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An Evening of Jazz at the COA

By Riley Fontana

Hometown Weekly Reporter

On August 22, the Walpole Council on Aging orchestrated an enchanting dinner party, embracing this year's theme, An Evening of Jazz. The event proved to be a resounding success, with attendees donning their finest attire and relishing one another's company. Against...

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Illusionist mesmerizes CATH crowd

By Riley Fontana

Hometown Weekly Reporter

Master illusionist Lyn Dillies graced the Center at the Heights (CATH) with her presence on August 24 for her second performance at the venue. She captivated the packed room with an array of magic tricks and illusions that left attendees in...

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End of Summer Social at MPL

By Riley Fontana

Hometown Weekly Reporter

The Medfield Library played host to its second annual "End of Summer Social for Adults." The event, held after library hours, provided an intimate gathering for adult patrons, offering a perfect setting for book enthusiasts to connect. Set within one of...

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DTL ends summer with Peasley concert

By Riley Fontana

Hometown Weekly Reporter

The Dover Library extended an invitation to Stacey Peasley to perform at its "End of Summer Concert" on August 24. The event unfolded on the Town Hall Lawn, situated just across the street from the library. 

Peasley's musical...

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COA learns about reptiles 

By Riley Fontana 

Hometown Weekly Reporter

On August 17, the Walpole Council on Aging (COA) extended an invitation to Lara Kazo from Mass Audubon, who delivered a presentation on the reptiles of Massachusetts. The event took place within the Council on Aging's designated event space, drawing a...

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Dog Days of Summer at WPL

By Riley Fontana 

Hometown Weekly Reporter

The Westwood Public Library (WPL) concluded its "Dog Days of Summer" events on August 16. This event had been held earlier in the summer in July. The library extended invitations to therapy dogs, creating an opportunity for patrons to unwind and...

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Dogs fly through Medfield

By Riley Fontana

Hometown Weekly Reporter

On August 19, the Medfield Library extended an invitation to Mike Piazza and his Flying High Dogs for a captivating performance on the grass. Piazza specializes in training border collies to execute frisbee-catching feats and mesmerizing tricks for the audience. While...

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Porchfest rocks downtown

By Riley Fontana

Hometown Weekly Reporter

Walpole's fourth annual Porchfest took place on August 13, 2023. This vibrant event immerses the town in music, as its residents transform their porches into stages to showcase local talent. The latest edition featured an impressive lineup of 12 distinct performances...

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Music in the barn delights Adams Farm

By Riley Fontana

Hometown Weekly Reporter

On August 5, 2023, The Friends of Adams Farm, in collaboration with Walpole Co-Operative Bank, hosted a complimentary concert at Adams Farm, featuring two bands that provided a delightful afternoon of outdoor entertainment. The event unfolded against the charming backdrop of...

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NFPL honors Kate Winner Fieldsteel

By Riley Fontana 

Hometown Weekly Reporter

On August 10, the Needham Free Public Library (NFPL) paid tribute to the late Kate Wilner Fieldsteel by dedicating its local history and genealogy room in her memory. The library's second floor was filled with friends and family of Kate who...

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Teddy Larkin and the Haulers delight Zullo

By Riley Fontana 

Hometown Weekly Reporter

On August 11th at 8 pm, the Zullo Art Gallery and Center for the Arts played host to Teddy Larkin and the Haulers. The band, featuring two Medfield High School alumni, showcased Teddy Larkin on guitar and vocals, along with Lawrence...

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Walpole enjoys National Night Out

By Riley Fontana
Hometown Weekly Reporter


Walpole Recreation hosted its National Night Out on August 1, 2023, in collaboration with the Walpole Public Safety Departments. National Night Out is a nationwide, family-friendly event designed to foster community connections between local police forces and the towns they serve. Walpole held its National...

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Sweet night at Bird Park

By Riley Fontana 

Hometown Weekly Reporter

The Annual Bird Park Ice Cream Festival was held this year on July 15th. Presented by the Trustees and Friends of Bird Park, this event was fun for the whole family. As the annual festival was held on a day with...

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WYWC kicks off Summer Concert Series

By Riley Fontana 

Hometown Weekly Reporter 

The Westwood Young Women's Club (WYWC) kicked off its Summer Concert Series with Vanessa Trien and the Jumping Monkeys. Families gathered on the grass to enjoy the music and the sunshine. The gazebo’s location is perfect for families with children as...

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A wonderful night before the Fourth

By Riley Fontana 

Hometown Weekly Reporter

Walpole’s annual “Night Before the Fourth'' celebration started with its iconic fire truck parade. This marked Walpole's 63rd year of hosting the parade. The parade attracts people from all over, lining Common St. The parade featured new and historic fire trucks...

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