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Sherborn Library construction continues

Sherborn Library construction continues

Members of the community who have passed by the library project construction site lately may have spotted what appear to be metal spikes or frames where the addition will stand. This is reinforcing steel (or “rebar”) that will strengthen and provide reinforcement for the structure. With the new footings in place, the project’s general contractor,...

Seniors collaboratively cook at Powisset Farm

Seniors collaboratively cook at Powisset Farm

By Laura Drinan Hometown Weekly Reporter Sweet and savory aromas filled the Powisset Farm test kitchen on Thursday, October 26, as members of both the Westwood and Dover Council on Aging joined Chef Didi Emmons in making a three-course meal with delicious fruits and vegetables. Didi, who has published several vegetarian cookbooks, prepared an afternoon with the community’s...

Elm Bank 2018 calendar now available

Elm Bank 2018 calendar now available

The Gardens at Elm Bank 2018 calendar has arrived. This beautiful calendar features images of The Gardens at Elm Bank and the Elm Bank Reservation taken by Wellesley photographer John Harmon. Each month contains advice from horticulturists intended for growers in the region - tips for gardens, lawns, houseplants, and more. The calendar makes a wonderful...

Troop 1 developing next generation of leaders

Troop 1 developing next generation of leaders

One of the most valuable things scouting offers a Boy Scout is the opportunity to be a leader. Six students from Troop 1, Dover, broadened their leadership skills by attending National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) training last summer. Four scouts out of six attended this training at Cachelot Scout Reservation at South Carver, MA, and...

Paul Steen discussing ‘Tricky Tropical Plants’

Paul Steen discussing ‘Tricky Tropical Plants’

“Tricky Tropical Plants” is the title of a talk, sponsored by the Chicatabot Garden Club, on Tuesday, November 14 at 9:30 a.m. at the Dover Library, lower level. The Club’s speaker is Dr. Paul Steen, a retired internal medicine physician, software executive, and gardener for more than 50 years. He has lived in Sturbridge for...

Dover Foundation releasing 70th anniversary book

Dover Foundation releasing 70th anniversary book

The Dover Foundation has announced the release of its 70th anniversary book. The book has been compiled to celebrate the Foundation's 70th anniversary and covers all shows from 1947 to their most recent show, “Guys and Dolls,” which was performed in May of this year. The team who put the book together enjoyed discovering the history and...

Betty Sanders presenting to Garden Club

Betty Sanders presenting to Garden Club

The Holidays are rapidly approaching and decorating one’s home for each occasion is a special challenge, as Thanksgiving is quickly followed by Christmas and New Year’s. But some help is available. At the November 7 meeting of the Boggestow Garden Club of Sherborn, Betty Sanders will provide some time and money-saving tips on creating basic...

Seniors collaboratively cook at Powisset Farm

Seniors collaboratively cook at Powisset Farm

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By Laura Drinan Hometown Weekly Reporter Sweet and savory aromas filled the Powisset Farm test kitchen on Thursday, October 26, as members of both the Westwood and Dover Council on Aging joined Chef Didi Emmons in making a three-course meal with delicious fruits and vegetables. Didi, who has published several vegetarian cookbooks, prepared an afternoon with...

Celebrating longevity with the COA and cake

Celebrating longevity with the COA and cake

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By Laura Drinan Hometown Weekly Reporter Every year, the Westwood Council on Aging throws a giant birthday bash for their oldest community members. The annual 90s party is one that the seniors look forward to each year as a chance to celebrate with those in the community who were also born before 1927. “It’s my tenth...

Youth lax integrates with high school

Youth lax integrates with high school

Westwood Youth Lacrosse has a number of exciting enhancements to this year’s program designed to improve player experience. In addition to introducing full-time professional lacrosse coaching across all age groups, the league is working closely with Head Coach Todd Zahurak of the Westwood High School lacrosse program to align the philosophies and strategies in the...

Westwood Woman’s Club celebrates 71st season

Westwood Woman’s Club celebrates 71st season

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The October 19 first meeting of The Westwood Woman's Club 2017-18 season opened with retired president Peg Loughnane inducting new officers: President Margaret Rustrian, Vice President Marion Plaisted, Secretary Susan Scales and Co-Treasurers Betty Connors and Mary Ruth Geishecker. Member Barbara Hayes welcomed three new members, Myrna Brasie, Maria Ruggieri, and Mary Joyce....

St. John’s holds annual Pumpkinfest

St. John’s holds annual Pumpkinfest

On Saturday, October 21, St. John’s Nursery School held their annual Pumpkinfest at Hale Reservation. The warm weather provided the perfect day for visitors to enjoy live music, face painting, play multiple fun games, jump in the bouncy houses, explore Hale on hay rides, and engage...

First Parish sends buckets of hope

First Parish sends buckets of hope

Forty buckets full of help and hope. That’s how First Parish of Westwood, UCC showed its support to recovery efforts after the devastation caused by recent hurricanes. In the immediate aftermath of a natural disaster, monetary donations are usually the most effective response. However, it did not go unnoticed that many people were looking for more...

Needham Antiques Show coming soon

Needham Antiques Show coming soon

The 20th annual Needham Antiques Show will be held on Sunday, November 5, from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Needham High School. By bringing a printed copy of this article to the door, attendees will receive a Beth Shalom Garden Club (BSGC) $1 discount off the $7 admission fee. Beth Shalom Garden Club, sponsor...

Historical Society celebrates, rebrands at meeting

Historical Society celebrates, rebrands at meeting

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By Laura Drinan Hometown Weekly Reporter Everyone who attended third grade in Needham knows about the town’s Historical Society. Their 1850’s School House Days program sends third graders back to the mid nineteenth century to experience class in the little red schoolhouse. The Needham Historical Society invites not only third graders to review history, but...

Needhamites celebrate Indian culture with Diwali

Needhamites celebrate Indian culture with Diwali

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By Laura Drinan Hometown Weekly Reporter Needham’s Indian community gathered at the local VFW on October 21 for an evening of friends, food, music, and dancing to celebrate Diwali, the festival of lights. The annual festival is celebrated with different traditions and festivities over five days. Last year, Needhamites celebrating Diwali decided it was finally...

Emilia Dahlin playing Homegrown Coffeehouse

Emilia Dahlin playing Homegrown Coffeehouse

Emilia Dahlin will take the stage at the Homegrown Coffeehouse on Saturday, October 28, at 8:00 p.m., at the First Parish Unitarian Universalist Church, at the corner of Great Plain and Dedham Avenue in Needham center. There is free parking and full handicapped accessibility. Admission is $15, $12 for students and seniors, to benefit the...

St. Joseph’s hosting Information Night

St. Joseph’s hosting Information Night

St. Joseph Elementary School is inviting parents to their Information Night on Thursday, October 26, at 7:00 p.m., to learn more about its mission, curriculum, school community, and newly renovated building. The meeting will be held in the St. Joseph School Library on 90 Pickering Street in Needham. Noted for its academic excellence, the school provides...

Needham’s Haney wins CM Invitational

Needham’s Haney wins CM Invitational

By Michael Flanagan Hometown Weekly Sports Editor The Needham High School boys and girls cross country teams both earned a second-place finish at the CM Invitational on Saturday at Franklin Park in Dorchester. The second-place finish by the girls, who were led by senior Nell Haney, qualified Needham for states. Haney finished the 3.1-mile course with a...

Susan’s Surprise inspires Halloween decorating

Susan’s Surprise inspires Halloween decorating

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By Laura Drinan Hometown Weekly Reporter Kindergarten and first graders excitedly await the third Thursday of every month for Susan’s Surprise. With Children’s Librarian, Susan Allison, kids enjoy a crafty activity and a chance to meet other children their age. In September, the students at Susan’s Surprise K – First Grade Fun made crafts using their...

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