By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
A breathtaking array of dahlias were set up within the Community Meeting Room at the Westwood Public Library (WPL) this past Saturday, September 30th. Run by the New England Dahlia Society (NEDS), members welcomed all those who wanted to learn more...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Former Medfield Parks & Recreation employee, Kevin Ryder, was indicted on Thursday for the corruption and stealing of money from public funds, authorities said. Ryder served as the Director of the Medfield Parks & Recreation Department for almost eight years.
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
No matter if you had a “green thumb” or not, all were welcome to the Islington Branch of the Westwood Public Library to partake in an Herb Container Gardening program. This unique program allowed those who registered to pick and choose...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Hosted by the Teen Advisory Board, the Walpole Public Library (WPL) held their ongoing program, “Intro to Bollywood Dance,” this past Thursday, September 21st. This program is a continual effort to bring more diversity and culture to the WPL!
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Fall weather is officially here which means that it is time for soup season! In honor of this, the Westwood Council on Aging (COA) welcomed Therapy Gardens’ owner, David, to talk about all things soup.
David is...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
After days of rainy and cold weather, Needhamites were finally treated with a beautiful day and the Needham Harvest Fair to accompany it. This annual event is presented by the Town of Needham and the Charles River Regional Chamber, in conjunction...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Chilly weather and scattered rain showers did not stop the crowds from filing into the Dover Fall Festival Double Header this past Saturday, September 30th. This kickoff-to-fall event was hosted by the Dover Mother’s Association (DMA) and the Dover Land Conservation...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Despite the abrupt temperature drop, music enthusiasts packed the Rocky Woods pavilion to enjoy a performance by singer/songwriter Peter Mulvey on the evening of Friday, September 15th. This event was sponsored by the Trustees and is a recurring part of his...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Sponsored by Dover’s Council on Aging (COA), the Dover Town Library (DTL) welcomed Deborah H. Stein, PhD, to discuss American Artists and the Landscape. This two part program started at the beginning of the seventeenth century in Europe and will eventually...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Residents of Medfield and more braved the rainy weather this past Saturday, September 23rd, for the 43rd annual Discover Medfield Day. Run by Medfield Employers & Merchants Organizations (MEMO), this year included over 140 booths that highlighted an array of Medfield...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Not only were kiddos able to go back to school but they were also able to go back to Hogwarts! On Thursday, September 14th, the Westwood Public Library (WPL) hosted a “Back to Hogwarts: A Harry Potter Celebration” night for all...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Sponsored by the Tewksbury Library, the Dover Town Library (DTL) shared an online travel event that was sure to please! Recently, Illinois native Gene Flynn took us on a tour through the Netherlands and Belgium.
The highlight of...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Back by popular demand, the Senior Moments Chorus has united for the first time since before COVID! Set up through the Walpole Council on Aging, new and existing members were welcomed back for their first official practice this past Wednesday, September...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The annual tradition of the Dover Days Street Fair returned yet again on Saturday, September 9th. Held on the second Saturday of September each year, this fair is an excellent way to bring community members together to celebrate the end of...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
As a special treat this week, Hometown Weekly Reporter Madison Butkus had the pleasure of sitting down with Westwood Public Library’s Children’s Librarian, Caitlyn Moore. Caitlyn details her time at the library, her favorite events to host, and some good book...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
It was off to the races this past Saturday, September 9th as the Dover-Sherborn High School Cross Country Team organized and managed the annual Dover Dash 5K and Fun Run. In connection with the Dover Days Fair, there was a packed...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Children’s Program Room at the Walpole Public Library (WPL) was packed with little ones eager to build some amazing lego creations this past Wednesday, August 30th. This ongoing Lego League is one of the most popular at the WPL and...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Presenting for the first time in a virtual setting, The Beer Can Museum curator, Kevin Logan, took us for a journey through the evolution of the beer can, as well as highlighted some cans he has within his museum. While this...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Indian Community of Needham (ICON) came together this past Sunday, August 27th to celebrate India Day. This is India’s own Independence Day and is celebrated annually on August 15th. This day marks the end of the British rule that happened...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The final Summer Sounds concert happened this past Thursday, August 31st, at the Bellforge Arts Center. Throughout the summer, an array of amazing bands have taken the stage to perform on Thursday nights for all to enjoy.
This...
