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Residents celebrate Denise Garlick

By Madison Butkus Hometown Weekly Reporter In honor of Representative Denise Garlick’s final days in office, a Celebration of Service was held at Powers Hall (Needham Town Hall) on Monday, December 9th. Those residents from Needham, Medfield and Dover were welcome to come and thank Garlick for all her hard work over the last 14 years and...
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HTW’s holiday bucket list 

By Julia Beauregard

Hometown Weekly Editor

As the holiday season unfolds, a sense of magic and joy permeates the air. December brings about feelings of merriment and delight, as well as a strong desire to revel in the spirit of the holidays. There is no better way...

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Volleyball’s successful playoff run

By Julia Beauregard

Hometown Weekly Editor

On Tuesday, November 12, the Needham girls’ varsity volleyball team put up a determined fight in a tough playoff match against Newton North. Despite their efforts and strong teamwork, Needham fell short, with a score of 0-3. Newton North took the...

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Justice Curran discusses Salem Witch Trials

By Julia Beauregard

Hometown Weekly Editor

The Medfield Public Library (MPL) and the Medfield Historical Society co-sponsored a Halloween inspired talk regarding The Salem Witch Trials at the end of last month. Retired Massachusetts Superior Court Justice Dennis J Curran returned to the MPL to lead this...

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Successful sensory friendly trunk or treat

By Julia Beauregard

Hometown Weekly Editor

Bierman Autism Center of Needham hosted their annual sensory friendly trunk or treat this past Saturday, October 26 in the Bierman parking lot. This event is a celebration for the amazing special needs community, carefully crafted to accommodate everyone in attendance. 

Pine Hill hosts 4th annual trunk or treat

By Julia Beauregard

Hometown Weekly Editor

Ghouls, witches, princesses, wizards, and creatures of all kids ventured out to Pine Hill Elementary this past Saturday, October 26th to take part in Sherborn’s fourth annual trunk-or-treating event. Trunk-or-treating is an event where adults decorate the back of their cars...

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Families flock for Fun at the ‘Forge

By Julia Beauregard

Hometown Weekly Editor

The Bellforge Arts Center recently hosted their end of the season family event, entitled Fun At The ‘Forge: Fall Edition. This event returned to the grounds of the former Medfield State Hospital after the success of the Spring edition of this...

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Scarecrow Spooktacular delights Baxter Park

By Julia Beauregard

Hometown Weekly Editor

MedfieldTV hosted their second annual Scarecrow Spooktacular at Baxter Park with a variety of uniquely crafted scarecrows. The success and excitement surrounding this event last year brought back this new annual, autumnal themed event. 

Local families and businesses...

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WPL hosts annual Halloween party for families

By Julia Beauregard

Hometown Weekly Editor

The Walpole Public Library’s (WPL) Teen Advisory Board hosted their annual Halloween party for local children of all ages. 

The event kicked off with a costume parade in the children’s room as kids dressed up as the likes...

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HTW’s October bucketlist 

By Julia Beauregard

Hometown Weekly Editor 

As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, the month of October is finally upon us with its enchanting blend of autumnal beauty and Halloween magic. For families, this month offers a unique opportunity to come together, celebrate the...

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HT10: Meet our feature reporter

By Julia Beauregard

Hometown Weekly Editor

Hometown Weekly Editor Julia Beauregard had the pleasure to sit down recently with Riley Fontana, Hometown Weekly Reporter. Fontana started working as a freelance writer at the paper last summer while on summer break before their senior year of college. After...

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Local author discusses first book

By Julia Beauregard

Hometown Weekly Editor

Local author and educator, Dr. Beth Godett, recently published her new book, “Toward the Bigger Half: Equity in Public Education,” which offers an exploration regarding equity and schooling uncomfortable, yet necessary, companions. Hometown Weekly Editor, Julia Beauregard, had the pleasure of interviewing...

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Lanterns illuminate the Bellforge

By Julia Beauregard

Hometown Weekly Editor

Folks of all ages ventured out to the Bellforge Arts Center this past Saturday night to participate in the eagerly awaited Lantern Parade and Festival. This event had been rescheduled earlier this year due to poor weather conditions. Many locals had...

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The Peacheaters Rock the Woods

By Julia Beauregard

Hometown Weekly Editor

At the end of last month, The Trustees hosted the first ever music festival at Rocky Woods in Medfield. This event, entitled, “Rock the Woods,” was an outdoor festival that was originally scheduled for Sunday, May 19, but due to poor...

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Creating comics at WPL

By Julia Beauregard

Hometown Weekly Editor

Recently, the Westwood Public Library (WPL) invited children ages seven and up to partake in a graphic novel writing workshop with graphic novelist Johnathan Todd.

Todd shared his approach to creating comics, expressing that he had been creating...

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Needham author discusses his latest release

By Julia Beauregard

Hometown Weekly Editor

Hometown Weekly Editor, Julia Beauregard, had the chance to interview Needham-based author Edward Eaton regarding his latest book, “An Empty God,” which was released earlier this year. The story is about a god and his ongoing conflict with man. 

The Whalemobile travels to Sherborn

By Julia Beauregard

Hometown Weekly Editor

To kick off summer vacation, Nile, the life-sized inflatable humpback whale, visited the Sherborn Library for a fun, interactive, and educational experience. According to their website, “The Whalemobile offers unique and innovative programming using a life sized inflatable whale. We bring...

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HTW’s guide to summer concerts

By Julia Beauregard

Hometown Weekly Editor

The summer concert series under the Hometown Weekly’s (HTW) umbrella of towns have become a beloved tradition, drawing music lovers of all ages to enjoy evenings filled with live performances under the stars. 

Out of the six towns...

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A fun filled Walpole Day

By Julia Beauregard

Hometown Weekly Editor

On Saturday, May 11, the town of Walpole held its annual and beloved Walpole Day. From 11am to 3pm Stone Field was filled with families, a variety of vendors, and fun to be had! 

When the annual event...

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Local author discusses historical biography

By Julia Beauregard

Hometown Weekly Editor 

Hometown Weekly Editor Julia Beauregard recently sat down with local author Paula Roberts to discuss her book, "Sealed With a Kiss: The World War II Love Letters of Second Lieutenant Paul E. Roberts, 320th Rifle Infantry Regiment, United States Army." This...

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