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Needham’s Hammer delights with watercolors
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By Emily Greffenius
Hometown Weekly Intern
Needham’s Nelson Hammer, whose artwork currently adorns the Wellesley Free Library, began painting birds in watercolor at the age of 68. Although he had dabbled in oil paintings while in college, he laid the painting hobby aside to raise a family and pursue his career.
It wasn’t until he came...
Drum circle coming to library
The Needham Free Public Library Children’s Department, will host a Hands on Drumming Circle with Craig Norton on Saturday, July 28, at 2:30 p.m.
Talented drummer Craig Norton will lead a community drum circle in which participants will learn different rhythms from around the world and have fun taking turns pounding out a beat. There is...
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This Old Town A Visit to Early Medfield
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The first settlers of Medfield came to the New World starting in 1630, in what became known as the Great Migration. During a twelve-year period, some 21,000 emigrants made their way from England to the Massachusetts Bay Colony.
These first settlers were Puritans who left England primarily due to religious persecution, but also...
MAP remembers Sean Moore
By Amelia Tarallo
Hometown Weekly Special Correspondent
Outside of family members, there are few individuals in the lives of children as profoundly impactful as teachers. They learn and grow together. They build routines together. They share experiences, jokes, and observations together.
In times of sadness, they also grieve together.
Recently, attendees of the Medfield Afterschool Program (MAP) and members...
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Sullivan’s photos on display at library
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By Emily Greffenius
Hometown Weekly Intern
“I’ve always liked photography, even as a kid,” Colleen Sullivan says.
Sullivan’s work, currently on display in the Dailey Room at the Medfield Public Library, showcases this lifelong passion. Photos of landscapes, birds, flowers, picturesque New England, iconic shots of Boston, and even snapshots of Sullivan’s local town of...
DS riders to take on PMC
On August 4 and 5, 51 riders from Dover and Sherborn will cycle up to 192 miles in the Pan-Mass Challenge (PMC) with the goal of topping last year’s record-breaking gift and raising $52 million for critical cancer research and patient care at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.
The Dover riders are as follows: David Adams, Michael Boussy,...
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Goats, alpacas, miniature ponies, oh my!
By Amelia Tarallo
Hometown Weekly Special Correspondent
Drive up the road to Unity Sanctuary and you’ll notice a few things.
The first is probably the apiary, buzzing with bees, that you pass. As you pull into the parking lot, you’ll notice the goats, staring at you as if they knew you were coming. Then, when you actually...
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Chickering School students make a difference
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By Laura Drinan
Hometown Weekly Correspondent
If you were to ask an elementary school student what his or her favorite subject is, you shouldn’t be surprised if the student cleverly responds with “recess.” While spending time playing outdoors is certainly the highlight of many students’ days at school, for others, recess can be an...
Hometown stars shine in All-American game
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By Michael Flanagan
Hometown Weekly Sports Editor
The 2018 high school lacrosse season may have come to an official end two weeks ago at Nickerson Field in Boston, but some of the state’s top talent assembled at Xaverian Brothers High School for one final tilt on Monday night for the BostonLax All-American Game.
Playing on...
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...
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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
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....
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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
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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
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...
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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...
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Walpole kicks off Independence Day
By Daniel Curtin
Hometown Weekly Reporter
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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...
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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’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...
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Needham celebrates Independence Day
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By Daniel Curtin
Hometown Weekly Reporter
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A young boy tries to give a high five to a very tall revolutionary soldier. Photos by Daniel...
