By Julia Beauregard
Hometown Weekly Editor
In a significant achievement for the Walpole High School gymnastics team, coached by Jessica (Doyle) Buss and Kristen (Ridge) Rudenauer, the squad showcased its progress at the recent Bay State League meet. Buss and Rudenauer, both alumni of WHS and former...
By Julia Beauregard
Hometown Weekly Editor
The Westwood High School boys’ varsity hockey team fought hard against Ashland on Thursday, February 15th at the Loring Ice Arena, toppling the other team with a score of 5-2 and pushing the record to 10-7. The boys clinched the playoffs...
By Julia Beauregard
Hometown Weekly Editor
Erin Hawkins, a resident artist, teacher, and instructional designer, has recently curated an exhibition featuring the artwork of local children (Kindergarten - 7th grade) at the Westwood Public Library (WPL). The pieces on display originate from various after-school art classes conducted...
By Julia Beauregard
Hometown Weekly Editor
Recently, Sound Sculptures illuminated Medfield as local families bundled up in their finest winter gear to venture out to the Bellforge Arts Center and experiment with this unique structure.
The Sound Sculpture, crafted by MASARY Studios, is an...
By Julia Beauregard
Hometown Weekly Editor
February vacation, unless you’re one of the lucky people venturing out-of-state, can be a tricky time for parents. No one can depend on the warm weather and sunshine to come our way so children can play out in the great outdoors...
By Julia Beauregard
Hometown Weekly Editor
Looking for some family-friendly activities to keep the kids entertained during February vacation? Look no further! From Dover to Walpole, there are plenty of exciting events happening in your area, catering to children of all ages.
For All...
By Julia Beauregard
Hometown Weekly Editor
Recently, the Friends of the Westwood Public Library (WPL) hosted yoga instructor Susie Masters. Masters is a E- R.Y.T (500) ,YACEP certified yoga instructor who came to the WPL to guide locals through a Yoga Nidra practice, welcoming guests to come...
By Julia Beauregard
Hometown Weekly Editor
Recently, Local author and professional Jason M. Rubin visited the Medfield Public Library (MPL) to detail the benefits and rewards of keeping a regular journaling practice. Attendees gathered together in the community room downstairs, journals in their grasp, to learn how...
By Julia Beauregard
Hometown Weekly Editor
After dedicating over eight years to the Walpole Council On Aging (COA), cherished Outreach Worker, Laurel St. Pierre, retired from her role in December. Laurel departs with a commendable list of achievements. Throughout her tenure, the COA extended outreach services 35,750...
By Julia Beauregard
Hometown Weekly Editor
On Monday, January 1, Walpole Trails hosted their fifth annual First Day Hike. According to their Facebook page, the group “added a 5th hike in our 5th year and as we celebrate the 300th anniversary of Walpole's founding.” This First Day...
By Julia Beauregard
Hometown Weekly Editor
At the tail end of the holiday break, families with little ones ventured out to the Sherborn Library to spend a morning with local children’s performer, Deb Hudgins.
As the program began, the performer introduced herself to her...
By Julia Beauregard
Hometown Weekly Editor
During winter break, Sherborn children were invited to attend the Animal Adventures program hosted by the Sherborn Library. According to their website, “Animal Adventures is an exotic animal rescue founded by Ed and Brenda Laquidara… Ed and Brenda formed Animal Adventures...
By Julia Beauregard
Hometown Weekly Editor
On the evening of Thursday, December 21st families gathered at Hale Education to celebrate the winter solstice. The winter solstice is an astronomical event that occurs each year when the Northern Hemisphere is tilted farthest away from the sun, resulting in...
By Julia Beauregard
Hometown Weekly Editor
On Saturday, December 9, the Dover Town Library (DTL) held their third and final Gingerbread House Making session. This event occurs annually, offering multiple sessions for families with children of all ages. The multiple sessions are necessary due to the sheer...
By Julia Beauregard
Hometown Weekly Editor
This year, on Sunday, December 3rd, the Medfield Foundation (MFi) organized the 18th annual Angel Run. Participants of all ages, from both Medfield and other areas, joined in this festive-themed fun-run.
Runners and walkers adorned themselves in Christmas...
By Julia Beauregard
Hometown Weekly Editor
On the first day of December, Medfield held the ninth annual Holiday Stroll. The Stroll allowed for the town to come alive with a plethora of activities for folks of all ages when it kicked off at 4pm.
By Julia Beauregard
Hometown Weekly Editor
Throughout the fall, the Dedham Art Association has held their Fall Members’ Exhibit at the Walpole Public Library (WPL) for locals and library goers to enjoy. The various pieces of artwork were featured in the library function room, hung on the...
By Julia Beauregard
Hometown Weekly Editor
On Monday, November 13th, John Thompson, a prominent archaeologist known for his work in Medfield, delivered a presentation at the First Parish Unitarian Universalist Church on Pre-Colonial Medfield. The event, organized by the Medfield Historical Society in honor of Indigenous People’s...
By Julia Beauregard
Hometown Weekly Editor
Last Friday, seniors were welcomed to travel back in time and enjoy an afternoon in the 50s! The Junior Women’s Club of Walpole (JWCW) and the Council on Aging (COA) teamed up to host an Ice Cream Social for local seniors...
By Julia Beauregard
Hometown Weekly Editor
As the holiday season unfolds, a palpable sense of magic and joy permeates the air. The conclusion of November heralds a season of merriment, and December glistens with the luminosity of festive lights. Revel in the spirit of the holidays and...
