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Goddesses in the Garden welcomes public
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By Laura Drinan
Hometown Weekly Reporter
As notes of sweet, fresh florals lingered in the air, visitors of Wellesley’s Massachusetts Horticultural Society enjoyed the perfect weather, talented band, and joyous atmosphere at the “Goddesses in the Garden” event. The event, sponsored by the Wellesley Bank Charitable Foundation, welcomed the public to the gardens to listen...
Frattasio, Goss, Damren taking over at Wesleyan
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By Michael Flanagan
Hometown Weekly Sports Editor
Hockey is one of those sports where everybody knows everybody, especially here in New England where hockey is life. Oftentimes, relationships between hockey teammates and rivals can last a lifetime, and sometimes, rivalries can turn to friendship. Throughout their upbringings in adjacent towns, Westwood’s Allie Damren, Walpole’s Cici...
Artists collaborate on Wellesley Library show
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Yvonne Unger and Nancy Present-Van Broekhoven will be exhibiting their watercolors for the month of September at the Wellesley Public Library’s Wakelin Room. The show, entitled “Nature, Naturally,” reflects the inspiration they find in the everyday world of nature.
This will be the second time Nancy and Yvonne have collaborated in exhibiting their work....
WOW organizes Charlottesville Solidarity Vigil
By Rama K. Ramaswamy
On Sunday evening, August 13, World Of Wellesley organized a “Solidarity Vigil with Charlottesville” on the Wellesley Town Hall green.
Approximately 150 people were in attendance (ranging in age between 2 and 80) and “ready to speak up and act,” according to WOW organizers...
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Approximately 150 people were in attendance (ranging in age between 2 and 80) and “ready to speak up and act,” according to WOW organizers...
Kaleidoscopic foliage ‘leaves’ library patrons smiling
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By Mary Kate Nolan
Hometown Weekly Intern
In the lobby of the Wellesley Free Library, artist Kira Seamon studied her work at a distance, clothed in nature as if she were emerging from the Garden of Eden. Flowers adorned her white-blonde curls and her breezy shawl floated behind her with soft hues of brown, green,...
Thorbjornsen 2017 Pre-Junior Amateur champ
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By Michael Flanagan
Hometown Weekly Sports Editor
Michael Thorbjornsen continues to make his mark on the golf world at the young age of 15 after winning the 2017 Massachusetts Pre-Junior Amateur Championship on August 2 at The Orchards Golf Course in South Hadley (ages 14 and 15).
The Wellesley resident shot 214 overall across three rounds,...
The great American eclipse of 2017
By Rama K. Ramaswamy
On August 21, 2017, Americans will experience the first complete solar eclipse in decades that will be completely visible throughout the continental United States. Furthermore, no one outside the continental US will be able to see it.
The August 21 eclipse has been aptly dubbed “The Great American Eclipse.” It will be viewable...
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Barefoot Soccer raises AIDS funds, awareness
By Lisa Moore
Hometown Weekly Correspondent
Last weekend, Wellesley United Soccer Club hosted the 7th annual 24 Hours of Barefoot Soccer in Wellesley. Due to severe weather on Saturday, the event was shortened to a nine-hour event on Sunday. Run by volunteers each year, 24 Hours of Barefoot Soccer is a fundraiser to support Grassroot Soccer Inc....
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‘Chicago’ arrives in Wellesley
“I didn’t do it!”
Well, someone had to, so Wellesley Theatre Project (WTP) will find out who with "Chicago," the longest running American musical in Broadway history. Performances will take place Thursday, August 17 at 7:00 p.m., Friday, August 18 at 7:00 p.m. and Saturday, August 19 at 2:00 p.m. All performances will be held at...
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Summer Movie Series marches on
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As part of the Summer Movie Series, Wellesley residents and their families gathered on the lawn of Wellesley Town Hall at sunset on August 9 for a viewing of the modern classic, “Field of Dreams.”
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Wellesley Dental Group celebrates 20 years
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Doctors Femina and Ejaz Ali celebrated Wellesley Dental Group's 20th anniversary on August 4.
The Dental Group team wanted to honor this milestone with a fun, cookout-style party for friends, family, patients and community members. Over 100 people attended, enjoying hot-off-the-grill barbeque, cool refreshments and great company.
The year marks another milestone for the Dental...
Kiddie car wash delights in Westwood
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Christina Perrone
Hometown Weekly Intern
Thursday, August 8 was a bright, sunny day at the Westwood Library — perfect conditions for a car wash, or even a toy car wash. Librarians invited young motorists to come wash, wax, shine and detail their favorite toy vehicles on the afternoon.
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Stacey Peasley Band rocks Medfield concert
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By Laura Drinan
Hometown Weekly Reporter
After hearing some songs of the “Top 100” radio stations, rock fanatics may worry about the future of their beloved music genre and culture. But fear not, for Stacey Peasley has combined rock and children’s music, which inspires an enjoyment for rock and its subgenres. Peasley, a critically acclaimed...
Westwood Youth Track concludes successful summer
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By Ned Sheehan
Hometown Weekly Intern
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A group of Westwood boys get warmed up out on the turf before...
Science and storytelling intertwine in Westwood
By Laura Drinan
Hometown Weekly Reporter
ScienceTellers makes learning about science more engaging and enjoyable by pairing scientific demonstrations with a riveting story. Westwood Public Library hosted a Science Tellers event on Monday, July 31, during which children from ages four to eight participated in experiments and a listened to the tale of two children, Grace and...
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Football Academy announces awards
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Medfield football recently held its annual Jr. Warrior Football Academy. The Academy has announced its award winners:
Camper of the day I: Eddie Viles
Camper of the day II: David Hill
Camper of the day III: Jackson Foscaldo
Camper of the day IV: Colby Guarnagia
Spirit: Will Griffin
Leadership: Nick Caro
Hard work: Ryan Murray
Most Improved: David Hill
Camper of Week:...
Medfield Library hosts tie-dye event
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By Laura Drinan
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Children at the Medfield Public Library customized their clothes with pops of color at the library’s tie-dye event in the Craft Room. Led by instructor Brenda, children transformed their plain white clothes into beautiful, colorful creations. “There’s no such things as a bad tie-dye, just one you might not...
Dwight-Derby House holding Anniversary Gala
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The Dwight-Derby House will host its 20th Anniversary Gala on Sept. 9 to celebrate 20 years since the Town of Medfield purchased the house and property. The evening of local food and music promises to be a fun-filled event with local musicians Tom Duprey, David Hawthorn, and Jeri Bergonzi with her trio, hors d’oeuvres (6 p.m.) and an elegant buffet...
Betro Pharmacy retires after 65 years
