By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Seniors were in for a treat this past Tuesday, June 27th, as Joy Marzolf presented her show, Leaping Lizards. Hosted by the Medfield Council on Aging, Marzolf brought six different lizards with her and talked about even more that are living...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Walpole Public Library hosted the Needle Felted Rainbow Patches crafting event on Friday, June 23rd. In honor of Pride month, attendees were able to pick from an array of fuzzy felted rainbow designs.
These wool felted patches...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Westwood Council on Aging hosted their annual Summer BBQ this past Tuesday, June 27th. This kickoff to summer celebration included your traditional barbecue food like that of hot dogs, hamburgers, potato salad, watermelon, and more!
The room...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Returning for their twenty-first anniversary, Medfield on the Charles, New England’s Premier Auto Show, was held on Sunday, June 25th on Hospital Road. This classic and custom auto show welcomed an array of cars from vintage to brand new.
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Hale Education held their annual Summer Solstice Swim and S’mores event on Wednesday, June 21st. This kickoff-to-summer event was located at South Beach for families and friends to enjoy Noannet Pond.
Despite the rather chilly weather, those who...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Walpole was ready to celebrate Juneteenth on Monday, June 19th at the Walpole Commons. The Black woman-led organization, Be Inclusive, held their fourth annual Juneteenth Celebration for everyone to come and enjoy. This family-friendly event included multiple musical performances, a live...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Medfield Council on Aging kicked off summer with their event, “Welcome to Summer” Cookout. Seniors gathered at The Center at Medfield to enjoy hot dogs, macaroni salad, beans, chips, coleslaw and ice cream sandwiches in honor of the official start...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Sponsored by the Friends of the Tewksbury Public Library, Dover Town Library shared an online event, ‘The Adventures of Two Grannies on the Road,’ starring Beth Sobiloff and Marcia Rothwell. These two adventurous grannies travel around Massachusetts to try an array...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
On and off rain showers did not stop the crowd from funneling into the Bolyston Schul-Verein (BSV) on Saturday, June 10th. The Walpole German American Club hosted their annual Sommerfest on both Saturday and Sunday and it certainly did not disappoint!
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Despite some rain delays, the Dover American Legion put on an amazing Music Festival this past Saturday, June 10th. This family-friendly event included live performances by local bands, craft beers and some delicious food. The bands who performed included Eddy’s Shoe,...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
On Wednesday, June 14th, The Center at The Heights hosted local clergy members to speak about Religion and LGBTQIA+ Acceptance through a historical lens. Various faiths were discussed including Christianity, Judaism, Unitarian, and Baptists.
In honor of Pride...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Westwood Public Library happily hosted the Westwood Council on Aging seniors for their Spring Art Exhibit, ‘Creative Inspirations.’ On Thursday, June 8th, all were welcome to enjoy some light refreshments while taking in the amazing artwork done by local Westwood...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The crazy mix of weather alternating between sun and rain did not stop the Bellforge from hosting their first annual Pride event this past Saturday, June 10th. This joyful celebration was in partnership with ONCE Somerville and honored the equality, visibility,...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Author and local real estate agent, Betsy Milane, spoke about her recently published book ‘Sixty Blades of Grass’ at The Center at The Heights on Wednesday, June 7th. Seniors listened on while Milane explained how her book is based around her...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
On Tuesday, May 30th, the Memorial Day Committee held a beautiful Memorial Day Observation at the Dover Town Commons. This event honored all those who currently serve and who have served over the years. What made this event truly special was...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
On Friday, May 26th, the German/American Club of Walpole kicked off the start of summer with their May Country Biergarten. This event took place in Walpole at Boylston Schul-Verein, also known as the BSV. The venue included beautiful outdoor covered seating...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Author William Landay returned for his second appearance at the Westwood Public Library on Wednesday, May 31st. Landay discussed, to a room full of fans, his most recent novel, ‘All That Is Mine, I Carry With Me.’
This...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
In honor of their 125th Anniversary, the Walpole Historical Society hosted a celebratory event on Saturday, May 27th, at their specific location, the Deacon Willard Lewis House. According to their website, the Walpole Historical Society began on May 23rd, 1898, and...
