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Ball discusses Landing on the Moon

By Madison Butkus

Hometown Weekly Reporter

The Dover Town Library shared an online event sponsored by the Friends at the Tewksbury Library this past Thursday, July 13th. This event, titled “Landing on the Moon,” was led by Solar System Ambassador and volunteer educator with NASA’s Jet Propulsion...

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The Grass Gypsys rock Medfield

By Madison Butkus

Hometown Weekly Reporter

The Medfield Employers and Merchants Organization (MEMO) are in the midst of their Summer Concert Series happening Thursdays, 6-8pm. Most recently, the band The Grass Gypsys performed this past Thursday, July 12th, at the Gazebo right next to the Medfield Public...

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An evening with Lisa See

By Madison Butkus

Hometown Weekly Reporter

Sponsored by the Burlington Public Library, the Needham Free Public Library shared an online event last Wednesday, July 12th. The event, titled An Evening with Author Lisa See, involved See discussing her latest novel, Lady Tan’s Circle of Women, to over...

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Chad Finn discusses new book

By Madison Butkus

Hometown Weekly Reporter

Sponsored by the Ashland Public Library, the Needham Free Public Library shared an online event, ‘Red Sox Nation with Boston Globe Sports Writer Chad Finn.’ This event took place both in person and virtually on Wednesday, June 28th. 

Brian Rose discusses Sinatra 

By Madison Butkus

Hometown Weekly Reporter

In partnership with the Tewksbury Public Library, the Dover Town Library shared an online event this past Friday, July 7th, titled “One More For My Baby – The Hollywood Songbook of Frank Sinatra.” This virtual event was led by professor emeritus...

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Crafts bring out creativity and chatter

By Madison Butkus

Hometown Weekly Reporter

The Medfield Public Library hosted their ongoing program, Outdoor Craft & Chat for Adults, this past Wednesday, June 28th. Although the unpredictable weather made this program a bit challenging, all were welcome to bring their own chair or picnic blanket to...

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Lizards bring joy to The Center

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...

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Rainbow craft brings Pride to WPL

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...

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Seniors enjoy annual COA Summer BBQ

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...

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Medfield auto-show returns for 21st anniversary

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. 

Hale hosts Summer Solstice Swim & S’mores

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...

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Walpole celebrates Juneteenth

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...

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The Center welcomes summertime

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...

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Two Grannies share their story

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...

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Successful Sommerfest at the BSV

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! 

Dover Music Fest rocks the Legion

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,...

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Seniors learn about religion and acceptance

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...

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Seniors present spring art exhibit 

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...

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First Pride celebration at the ‘Forge

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,...

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Local author discusses new novel

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...

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