By Rama K. Ramaswamy
It’s comforting to know that our New England tradition of giving apples to our favorite teachers/ school staff is thriving, despite going digital. Wellesley Education Foundation’s Red Apple Program ensures recognition and the celebration of educators and school staff by raising funds to “pay it forward” by pumping those funds directly back...
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Wellesley Memorial Day ceremonies honor Veterans
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By Lisa Moore
Hometown Weekly Correspondent
Memorial Day is a day to honor the brave men and women who answered the call to service for our country, a day to remember those that sacrificed their lives in the call of duty and those veterans who have passed away this year. On this solemn day under...
Record attendance for Wellesley Teen Center
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On May 21, the Wellesley Teen Center, which has been a Wellesley institution for 31 years, held its annual fifth-grade-only event at the Wellesley Middle School. A record high 240 fifth graders were in attendance. The kids danced the night away to the music of DJRJ, played dodgeball, dolled themselves up at the...
Sunny skies over Dover Memorial Day
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Every day, thousands of cars zip by a pillar in the center of Dover. Atop the pillar, a statue of an eagle stands guard over the sleepy town. Beneath the eagle, a simple inscription: “Erected by the town of Dover in honor of her soldiers.”
After a dreary morning that threatened to cast a...
Wellesley Theatre Project holds Spring Soirée
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Wellesley Theatre Project will hold a Spring Soirée on Saturday, June 11, at 6:30 p.m. in the Wellesley Community Center’s Henderson Hall. This fundraising event will provide entertainment and fun for the whole family including a photo booth and performances by students. Ticket and silent auction sales help support this local nonprofit,...
Relay for Life raises funds
By Lisa Moore
Hometown Weekly Correspondent
On May 21 and 22, residents from Dedham, Needham and Wellesley participated in the annual Relay for Life, the signature fundraising event for the American Cancer Society. This year, participants raised over $158,000 to support the efforts of the American Cancer Society, surpassing last year’s total by over $10,000. This year,...
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WEF and Ruth Walter Fund celebrate
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By Rama K. Ramaswamy
The Wellesley Education Foundation (WEF) is a non-profit, tax-exempt community organization whose primary endeavor is to provide grants to educators for innovative educational projects at all grade levels. In awarding grants, WEF works closely with school administrators to fund projects that result in richer and deeper learning experiences and have...
D-S fifth graders love lacrosse
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The fifth grade lacrosse team played teams from Norwell, Needham, Lincoln Sudbury, Andover, and Marshfield over the past two weeks with much success. Their regular season wraps up against Westwood and Acton-Boxboro next week....
‘Renovation Celebration’ at Dover Library
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Join Library Staff, Trustees, and the Friends of the Dover Library on Thursday, June 9, from 4-6 p.m. for a ‘Renovation Celebration.’ Enjoy tea, juice, and sweets while touring the newly opened space.
The main floor of the Library was closed from December until February for painting and new carpet installation. This presented an...
Wellesley Farmers Market to open
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By Rama K. Ramaswamy
The Wellesley Farmers Market is back and opens on Saturday, June 4, from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., on the lawn of the Unitarian Universalist Church at 309 Washington Street, through October 15. On June 4, there will be live music by Andrew DiMarzo and kids will be entertained by...
Wellesley Cub Scouts cleaned up
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Thanks to Wellesley Cub Scout Pack 140 Bear Den and their families who recently cleaned up trash and debris around Morses Pond. As we head into the summer months, the Wellesley Natural Resources Commission wants to encourage everyone who visits playgrounds, parks and open spaces to please “pitch in after you picnic” and...
Greyhound Friends holds 5K fundraiser
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Greyhound Friends Kennel invites area residents to take a lengthy run or stroll with a pet, friend or family member while supporting local greyhounds and other breeds by participating in Greyhound Friends’ first-ever 5K Walk/Run Fundraiser. The event will be held at 167 Saddle Hille Road, Hopkinton, on Saturday, June 25, at 9...
Westwood honors the troops
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By Douglas McCulloch
Hometown Weekly Staff
The town of Westwood came together last Monday to honor and remember those who have given the ultimate sacrifice for their country at the annual Memorial Day ceremonies.
With a forecast of heavy downpours throughout the morning, the annual Memorial Day parade, which was scheduled to run from Westwood...
Westwood preschoolers enjoying surprise nature lesson
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By Douglas McCulloch
Hometown Weekly Staff
Preschoolers at the Westwood Integrated Preschool have been getting a unique nature lesson after a family of killdeer chose their playground as a nesting location.
On April 13, a staff member of the Westwood Integrated Preschool discovered one of the birds on the school playground. The bird squawked at...
Martha Jones ‘Talent For a Cause’ helps Westwood families
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Martha Jones School students who participated in the "Talent for a Cause" after-school mini course put on their talent show in April.
The students raised $1,461 from the event, and donated the money to the Westwood Community Chest for the benefit of families in need in Westwood.
Kris McDonough is the lead teacher...
Friends of the Westwood Library hosting annual book sale
The Friends of the Westwood Library will host its annual Spring Book Sale next week at the Westwood Public Library.
Need a great book to relax with at the beach? A new recipe for a backyard family barbecue? Or a "How To" book for that summer project? You will find just what you...
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Walpole honors those who sacrificed
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By Douglas McCulloch
Hometown Weekly Staff
The town of Walpole came together last Monday to honor and remember those who have given the ultimate sacrifice for their country at the annual Memorial Day ceremonies.
With a forecast of heavy downpours throughout the morning, the ceremonies were moved indoors, but that did not stop a sizable...
Red Sox player visits Walpole school
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By Douglas McCulloch
Hometown Weekly Staff
Students at the Fisher School got a special surprise on May 12, as Red Sox center fielder Jackie Bradley Jr. paid a visit to the school.
The impromptu visit was a result of the Fisher students’ participation in fundraising for the Rally for the Jimmy Fund. The fundraising contest...
Walpole Historical Society to host open house
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The Walpole Historical Society will have an Open House on Saturday, June 11 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The Deacon Willard Lewis House will be open for tours with members present to guide visitors through the house and answer questions about Walpole history. The house, built in 1826, is on the National...
Registration now open for the Village Fair Road Race
