By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Little ones were in for a fluffy, cuddly treat this past Saturday, September 14th as the Westwood Public Library (WPL) hosted two therapy dogs from Dog B.O.N.E.S: Therapy Dogs of Massachusetts. This program was for children in grades K-5th in which...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Just last month, the Westwood Public Library (WPL) wrapped up their annual Summer Reading Program. According to their website, this fun program is “designed to engage all age groups in exploring new ideas, books and activities. As you read books and...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Indian Community of Needham (ICON) came together to celebrate India’s 78th Independence Day. Also known as India Day, this day marks the end of the British rule that happened in 1947 which was brought about by the Indian Independence Act...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Returning for the 25th Anniversary, the Friends of Farm Pond hosted their perimeter swim on Saturday, September 7th. Despite the faint chill in the air, the weather could not have been more perfect for this non-competitive 1.6 mile swim.
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Dover Town Library (DTL) hosted a Mushroom Madness Craft Extravaganza. Leading this event was Mandy Roberge from Wicked Good Henna.
Tweens and teens gathered together in the Community Room of the DTL ready to partake in multiple...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Sponsored by the Cary Library Foundation and in partnership with the Lexington Community Farm (LexFarm), the Needham Free Public Library (NFPL) shared an online home canning event. This event, which was led by Chef Afton Cyrus of Jam Sessions, was in...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
On Sunday, August 18th thousands of runners gathered together down in Falmouth, MA to partake in the 52nd Annual Falmouth Road Race (FRR). Among these runners was a local Walpole family, consisting of parents Andy and Kate Butler, along with two...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
On a beautiful August day in Westwood, Vinny the Bubble Guy made a splash at the Westwood Public Library (WPL). Families gathered on the library lawn to celebrate the end of summer and the conclusion of their summer reading challenges.
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Sponsored by the Friends of the Tewksbury Library, the Needham Free Public Library (NFPL) shared an online event with Maine Author Sharon Kitchens. During this time, Kitchens discussed her new book “Stephen King’s Maine: A History & Guide.”
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Tweens and teens were in for a delicious treat as the Sherborn Library hosted the Food Explorers. Leading the class was Katie Shepherd, owner and founder of Food Explorers.
Shepherd, a registered dietitian and graduate of UConn’s Coordinated...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Throughout the summer, the Needham Free Public Library (NFPL) conducted a Summer Reading Program for all ages. Pre-registration began on May 20, logging started on June 25, and logging ended on August 18.
The program featured three categories:...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
It was all about waves, sound, and light when the Children’s Museum Easton made a special visit to the Sherborn Library. Attendees gathered in the community room to explore vibrations, absorption, and variables through various science experiments.
The...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Eleven-year-old Walpole native Aaliyah Grinion recently competed in her first-ever AAU Junior Olympics in Greensboro, North Carolina. Going head-to-head against hundreds of athletes, Grinion brought home four medals and set multiple personal records.
To prepare for these Junior...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Children, teens, and their families gathered at the Islington Branch of the Westwood Public Library (WPL) to play some Glow Golf. This unique LED mini golf course was provided by One Up Games - On The Go located in Plainville, MA.
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Dover Town Library (DTL) welcomed the New England Foam Factory (NEFF). Little ones and their guardians gathered on the lawn right outside of the DTL to partake in this foam-tastic party.
Sporting their bathing suits and play...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Little ones and their guardians took a trip to the land down under at the Sherborn Library. Here, they welcomed Rob Thomas of Didgeridoo Down Under to perform a high-energy, Australian themed show.
This event, which was sponsored...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Public Library, the Needham Free Public Library (NFPL) shared an online event including Romance authors Christina Dodd in conversation with Susan Elizabeth Phillips. For this event, these authors discussed Dodd’s latest released book, “A...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
It was all things whales at the Westwood Public Library (WPL) as the Whalemobile made an exciting visit. The day consisted of four different event times, two for the little ones and two for the older children.
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
In honor of Walpole’s 300th Anniversary, the Walpole Council on Aging (COA) hosted a Taste of Walpole night. Fifteen Walpole businesses and restaurants showcased a taste of their offerings in which COA members would vote for their favorites.
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Little ones and their families were in for a creative treat as the Westwood Public Library (WPL) hosted the Playful Engineers. Throughout this event, everyone was able to conduct some hands-on, play-based STEAM powered learning using an array of different items.
