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Locals volunteer for Cradles to Crayons

Locals volunteer for Cradles to Crayons

Team members from Walter & Shuffain, P.C. in Westwood volunteered at Cradles to Crayons in Brighton on June 15 as part of the 8th Annual Massachusetts Society of CPAs Day of Service, an event that encourages MSCPA members to get involved in their community through volunteerism projects. Over 550 MSCPA members participated in volunteer activities...

Hydro-raking cleans Perry Crouse Pond

Hydro-raking cleans Perry Crouse Pond

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By Laura Drinan Hometown Weekly Correspondent Anyone who drives through Westwood can see from the thriving greenery and perfectly manicured medians that the community places a special emphasis on preserving and maintain the town’s natural wonders. Although it prides itself on its ability to make Westwood a beautiful place to live, the community is not immune...

COA hosts Annual Ladies Tea

COA hosts Annual Ladies Tea

On Thursday May 31, the Westwood COA hosted their fourth Annual Ladies Tea sponsored by the Julia Ruth House of Westwood. Over 40 ladies came with hats and gloves to enjoy a delicious lunch of fruit, tea sandwiches, scones and dessert....

Seniors learn about Spanish artwork

Seniors learn about Spanish artwork

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By Daniel Curtin Hometown Weekly Reporter Art education and awareness group Art Matters recently joined senior citizens at Waterstone at Wellesley for a talk about three of the greatest Spanish artists of all time. The presentation, which revolved around El Greco, Diego Velazquez, and Francisco Goya, discussed how the respective artists were influenced by the...

Fireflies light up local skies

Fireflies light up local skies

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By Lisa Moore Hometown Weekly Correspondent There is something magical that happens when warm summer days slowly give way to night. It stars with a flash of light in the falling dusk, so swift and small that one might blink and miss. Within minutes, one flash is joined by many as the unique courtship of...

Wellesley Mothers Forum starts 2018-2019 year

Wellesley Mothers Forum starts 2018-2019 year

The Wellesley Mothers Forum announced the start of the 2018-2019 membership year at its recent kickoff event held at the Wellesley College Club. Co-Presidents Bettina Janco and Ariane Misialek are leading the Wellesley Mothers Forum this year, with 65 dedicated volunteers. The new board of directors and committee volunteers are proud to provide opportunities for...

Senior Center brick fundraiser underway

Senior Center brick fundraiser underway

The Friends of Walpole Elders are selling bricks to help build a patio in the back of the new Walpole Senior Center. Members of the community who would like to purchase a brick are encouraged to contact Richard McCarthy at (508-463-7515) or email bigmac2252@aol.com. They are also encouraged to see the insert on "how to buy a...

Walpole kicks off Independence Day

Walpole kicks off Independence Day

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Danvers Engine 4 takes part in the parade. Photos by Daniel Curtin

Danvers Engine 4 takes part in the parade. Photos by Daniel Curtin
[/caption] Community members dressed in red, white and blue were out in full force on Washington...

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

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...

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