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Jungle Jim coming to library

Jungle Jim coming to library

Jungle Jim’s Tubular Balloon Magic and 80’s Rock & Roll Show is scheduled for Wednesday, July 18, at 4:30 p.m., at the Needham Free Public Library. The show combines comedy, improv, and elements from 1980s classic rock. The program is appropriate for children ages four and up, and no registration is necessary. This program is...

Needham celebrates Independence Day

Needham celebrates Independence Day

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A young boy tries to give a high five to a very tall revolutionary soldier. Photos by Daniel Curtin

A young boy tries to give a high five to a very tall revolutionary soldier. Photos by Daniel...

Farm share program up and running

Farm share program up and running

Residents are already taking of advantage of the community supported agriculture program that the Needham Community Farm recently kicked off. The Needham Community Farm, a local nonprofit whose mission is to educate the community on sustainable growing and nutrition, while also providing food to those experiencing food insecurity. Roughly two dozen residents have subscribed up to...

Celebrating the Rockets

Celebrating the Rockets

Fannie Gilarde couldn't help celebrating the Needham Rockets' Cinderella run to the baseball state championship - and apparently, neither could the “Make Way for Ducklings” sculpture in Boston’s Public Gardens!...

Sheehy brings Mobile History to Medfield

Sheehy brings Mobile History to Medfield

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The Medfield Historical Society has launched a new project aimed at bringing the past into the present. The project, named “Mobile History,” aims to promote knowledge and awareness of the historic buildings in town. “There’s no better way to reach the people of Medfield than through their mobile phone,” quipped Caillian Sheehy, an...

Live animal show draws big crowd

Live animal show draws big crowd

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A little girl shares a moment with a chinchilla. Photos by Daniel Curtin[/caption] A rabbit, tarantula, and baby American alligator were just a few of the...

Arts on the Green coming soon

Arts on the Green coming soon

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LiveWire Quartet [/caption] The Gardens at Elm Bank will once again open their gates free to all for the Fourth Annual Arts on the Green on Thursday, July 26, from 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Attendees can wander the gardens, enjoy live...

Sculpture in Bloom at Elm Bank

Sculpture in Bloom at Elm Bank

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By Emily Greffenius Hometown Weekly Intern The Gardens at Elm Bank in Wellesley, operated by the Massachusetts Horticultural Society (Mass Hort), presented a design exhibition on June 30 and July 1 that paired together sculptures already on display in the gardens with floral designs created to match. The designs were on view both days during...

St. Dunstan’s VBS campers raise funds

St. Dunstan’s VBS campers raise funds

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St. Dunstan’s Episcopal Church in Dover held its 7th annual Vacation Bible School (VBS) from June 25-29. The theme this year was "Rolling River Rampage," and the kids learned that no matter what, God is always with them. The church was full of love and laughter...

VBS counselors make community impact

VBS counselors make community impact

After a long day of watching kids at St. Dunstan’s Vacation Bible School (VBS), some counselors chose to stay after hours to make an impact on the community with a service project. This year, the group was led by Cecilia Fielding and Alexis Leonard. The team of twenty 12-15 year olds decided to raise funds...

Ed the Wizard wows at Walpole Library

Ed the Wizard wows at Walpole Library

By Daniel Curtin Hometown Weekly Reporter Young children came to the Walpole Library last Monday to watch Ed the Wizard perform feats of magic using his cauldron and regular household items. The event, which kicked off the summer reading program at the library, had about 50 people in attendance watching the science-based magic show, “Ed the Wizard and...

Library hosts grey seal presentation

Library hosts grey seal presentation

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By Daniel Curtin Hometown Weekly Reporter Members of the community came out early on Tuesday night, June 19, to see Bob Michelson’s presentation, “Grey Seals & White Sharks of Cape Cod.” The event, hosted at the Walpole Library, had about two dozen fascinated individuals admiring pictures of grey seals taken by Michelson, a wildlife photographer. Michelson...

Clyde Wheatley entertains Needham seniors

Clyde Wheatley entertains Needham seniors

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By Daniel Curtin Hometown Weekly Reporter Senior citizens were serenaded by jazz saxophonist Clyde Wheatley last Wednesday night at Needham’s Summer Concert Series, held at Wingate Residences. The concert featured many different hits from the 1930s, 1940s and 1950s from the likes of Frank Sinatra, Glenn Miller and Louis Armstrong. Wheatley played over the recordings of...

ScienceTellers take Needham by storm

ScienceTellers take Needham by storm

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By Daniel Curtin Hometown Weekly Reporter ScienceTellers, an interactive science and storytelling program, was invited to help kick off the summer reading program at the Needham Free Library last Tuesday evening. Kids in attendance listened to a story called “The Mystery of the Golden Piano,” all while getting to conduct science experiments that related to...

Chief Carrico settles into new role

Chief Carrico settles into new role

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By Daniel Curtin Hometown Weekly Reporter Earlier this May, Medfield welcomed a new fire chief, William Carrico. Carrico is a second generation fireman, a father, and is going to be at the helm of the Medfield Fire Department as it continues to assist the surrounding area. He is looking forward to building a strong relationship with...

Auto show draws hundreds to Medfield

Auto show draws hundreds to Medfield

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By Daniel Curtin Hometown Weekly Reporter Hundreds came out on Sunday, June 24, to enjoy the sunny weather and admire a variety of different antique automobiles and classic motorcycles at the Medfield on the Charles Auto Show. The event gave owners not only the opportunity showcase their vehicles, but to share the personal stories and histories...

Happy Strummers entertain in Westwood

Happy Strummers entertain in Westwood

By Emily Greffenius Hometown Weekly Intern On June 21, the longest day of the year, the Westwood Library hosted The Happy Strummers, a senior ukulele troupe based in Dover, to lead a sing-along celebrating the summer solstice. The 14 players – 11 women and three men – meet to practice once a week on Wednesdays, simply for...

DSHS music boasts noteworthy year

DSHS music boasts noteworthy year

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By Laura Drinan Hometown Weekly Correspondent As Dover Sherborn High School closes its doors for the summer, and students and staff begin their plans for vacation, many have taken the time to reflect on the past year at the high school. For Janice Barry, Dover Sherborn’s K through 12 Fine and Performing Arts Department chair,...

Iona Stephen awarded scholarship

Iona Stephen awarded scholarship

In a ceremony in Franklin, Dover Sherborn High School graduate Iona Stephen was recently awarded a scholarship by the Scots’ Charitable Society. The Scots’ Charitable Society is the oldest charitable organization still existing in the Western Hemisphere. Founded in 1657 and incorporated in 1786 the organization exists to help people of Scottish heritage. The society is...

Chicatabot Garden Club recognized

Chicatabot Garden Club recognized

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The Chicatabot Garden Club of Dover has received a Yearbook Award Certificate from the Garden Club Federation of Massachusetts for its 2017 – 2018 yearbook. This yearbook is published yearly for members and includes, all in one place, important history and by-laws, membership listings for both the Federation and Club members, and details...

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