By Riley Fontana
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Walpole Council on Aging (COA) hosts a monthly card-making class for its members, led by Marilyn Healy, who provides instructions to the group. These classes foster community engagement and provide opportunities for participants to celebrate various occasions each month.
Needhamite takes a stand against banned books
By Riley Fontana
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Book bans have proliferated across the United States, prompting Nutmeg from Needham to take a stand against such measures. To raise awareness about these bans, she devised cookies themed after six frequently banned books.
For her bat mitzvah...
Inside Flow Yoga enchants Medfielders
By Riley Fontana
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Inside Flow Yoga recently visited the Medfield Public Library, offering a unique approach to yoga that emphasizes movement through music rather than traditional breath-centric practices. Instructor Christine conducted a beginner-friendly class, introducing attendees to the fundamentals of Inside Flow Yoga. She...
Beekeeping with Hannah Adams Women’s Club
By Riley Fontana
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Hannah Adams Women’s Club recently hosted a session titled "Bee Keeping with Nancy Tella" at The Church of the Advent in Medfield, aiming to educate its members about the beekeeping hobby. Beekeeper Nancy Tella, with experience since 2021, shared insights...
Seniors enjoy annual Winter Luncheon
By Riley Fontana
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Westwood Council on Aging held its inaugural Winter Luncheon on January 11, marking the beginning of what is anticipated to be an annual tradition due to its positive reception. The focus of these luncheon events is to provide a communal...
First day of 350 years
By Riley Fontana
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Sherborn kicked off both the first day of 2024 and its 350th-anniversary celebration with fire pits and community camaraderie. The Committee to Celebrate Sherborn’s 350th Anniversary, in collaboration with numerous local organizations, orchestrated the event with the aim of providing warmth...
Milane discusses “Sixty Blades of Grass”
By Riley Fontana
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Westwood Public Library hosted author Elizabeth Millane on January 13 to discuss her book, "Sixty Blades of Grass." Millane, a first-time author, recounts her family's experiences during World War II in this historical fiction novel set in the Dutch Underground...
Crafting gratitude at the MPL
By Riley Fontana
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Gratitude, the expression of thankfulness, takes center stage at the Medfield Public Library (MPL) as it endeavors to assist patrons in cultivating more gratitude in the approaching new year. The library recently conducted a workshop dedicated to crafting gratitude journals for...
First Day farm tours
By Riley Fontana
Hometown Weekly Reporter
As part of Sherborn's First Day celebration, Unity Farm Sanctuary provided several complimentary tours for residents. This offered an exceptional opportunity for individuals to explore a facet of the town they might not typically encounter and gain insights into the farm's...
Cookies and Cocoa brings community together
By Riley Fontana
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Walpole Council on Aging (COA) conducted its third annual Cookies and Cocoa event at the end of last year. This gathering brought together members of the Council on Aging and their families for an afternoon featuring hot chocolate, cookies, and...
Birds of Prey visit WPL
By Riley Fontana
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Westwood Public Library (WPL) had a presentation on Birds of Prey from Wingmasters late last month. Wingmasters is a partnership dedicated to spreading knowledge about North American birds of prey. Wingmasters is made up of Julie Anne Collier and Jim...
Seniors move and groove at the CATH
By Riley Fontana
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Needham Council on Aging (COA) hosted a groovy 1950s sing-a-long at the Center at the Heights (CATH) late last month. This event invited members to gather together and sing their hearts out to the hits of their youth. The sing-a-long...
Gingerbread Gala at The Center
By Riley Fontana
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Center in Medfield held its third annual Gingerbread House Decorating Competition late last month. This is an annual event that many look forward to because it fosters creativity and holiday spirit within The Center. This year there were three teams...
December Daily delights COA community
By Riley Fontana
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Walpole Council on Aging (COA) is a critical part of the Walpole community and their programs during December have been no different. The COA has been hosting a “December Daily” crafting time where everyone involved receives an album to decorate...
The legend of the Dover Demon
By Riley Fontana
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Dover Demon is a legendary creature that has mystified and intrigued Massachusetts residents since it was initially sighted in 1977. The Dover Demon is one of the most commonly searched cryptids in America and local to the area. It is...
Crafting connections at WPL
By Riley Fontana
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Westwood Public Library (WPL) hosted a notebook-making event on August 29th in their community room, led by librarian Sean O'Donnell. It proved to be a delightful hands-on craft experience, resulting in unique creations for each attendee.
The...
The status of Walpole’s new middle school
By Riley Fontana
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Walpole has been actively constructing its new middle school for several months. Positioned in front of Bird Middle School, this new facility will accommodate all of the town's middle school students, marking a significant change from the previous arrangement. For years,...
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...
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...
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...
