Chickering School students make a difference
Arts on the Green coming soon
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The Gardens at Elm Bank will once again open their gates free to all for the Fourth Annual Arts on the Green on Thursday, July 26, from 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Attendees can wander the gardens, enjoy live...
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The Gardens at Elm Bank will once again open their gates free to all for the Fourth Annual Arts on the Green on Thursday, July 26, from 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Attendees can wander the gardens, enjoy live...
Sculpture in Bloom at Elm Bank
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By Emily Greffenius
Hometown Weekly Intern
The Gardens at Elm Bank in Wellesley, operated by the Massachusetts Horticultural Society (Mass Hort), presented a design exhibition on June 30 and July 1 that paired together sculptures already on display in the gardens with floral designs created to match. The designs were on view both days during...
St. Dunstan’s VBS campers raise funds
St. Dunstan’s Episcopal Church in Dover held its 7th annual Vacation Bible School (VBS) from June 25-29. The theme this year was "Rolling River Rampage," and the kids learned that no matter what, God is always with them. The church was full of love and laughter...
VBS counselors make community impact
After a long day of watching kids at St. Dunstan’s Vacation Bible School (VBS), some counselors chose to stay after hours to make an impact on the community with a service project.
This year, the group was led by Cecilia Fielding and Alexis Leonard. The team of twenty 12-15 year olds decided to raise funds...
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Happy Strummers entertain in Westwood
By Emily Greffenius
Hometown Weekly Intern
On June 21, the longest day of the year, the Westwood Library hosted The Happy Strummers, a senior ukulele troupe based in Dover, to lead a sing-along celebrating the summer solstice. The 14 players – 11 women and three men – meet to practice once a week on Wednesdays, simply for...
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DSHS music boasts noteworthy year
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By Laura Drinan
Hometown Weekly Correspondent
As Dover Sherborn High School closes its doors for the summer, and students and staff begin their plans for vacation, many have taken the time to reflect on the past year at the high school.
For Janice Barry, Dover Sherborn’s K through 12 Fine and Performing Arts Department chair,...
Iona Stephen awarded scholarship
In a ceremony in Franklin, Dover Sherborn High School graduate Iona Stephen was recently awarded a scholarship by the Scots’ Charitable Society.
The Scots’ Charitable Society is the oldest charitable organization still existing in the Western Hemisphere. Founded in 1657 and incorporated in 1786 the organization exists to help people of Scottish heritage. The society is...
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Chicatabot Garden Club recognized
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The Chicatabot Garden Club of Dover has received a Yearbook Award Certificate from the Garden Club Federation of Massachusetts for its 2017 – 2018 yearbook.
This yearbook is published yearly for members and includes, all in one place, important history and by-laws, membership listings for both the Federation and Club members, and details...
Sherborn COA thanks first responders
The Sherborn Council on Aging was pleased to invite the Sherborn Police, Fire and Emergency Services personnel to a very special breakfast “in appreciation for your service” on Monday, June 18, at Pilgrim Church. The morning event gave the seniors, town officials and the community an opportunity to stop by and say "thank you" to...
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Sixth graders show off civ projects
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By Daniel Curtin
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Sixth graders at Dover Sherborn Middle School had an opportunity to show the different skills and knowledge they have acquired this past year when they displayed their civilization design presentations last Monday.
The project used the STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and math) educational approach. Cathy Simino, an art teacher...
The story of Sherborn’s famous outlaw
By Amelia Tarallo
Hometown Weekly Special Correspondent
The stories of the old west have captured the interest of Americans for years. Some of us grew up watching “Little House on the Prairie.” Others watched the Clint Eastwood classics. The stories of cowboys and criminals have been a fascination for decades. These stories usually take place in...
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Dover community serves up BBQ
By Daniel Curtin
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Members of the Dover community weren’t going to let a little rain stop them from enjoying the Friends of the Council on Aging’s Up In Smoke BBQ to kick off the summer last Tuesday evening.
The event outside the Caryl Community Center had to deal with a bit of rain at the...
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DSEF awards over $150K in grants
Pictured (L-R): Sarah O'Connell, DSEF Co-President; Kathy Moloy, DSMS math teacher; Tom Duprey, DSMS music teacher; Janice Barry, DSHS Fine and Performing Arts Department Head; Kristina Grace, DSEF Co-President.
The Dover Sherborn Educational Fund (DSEF) has awarded more than $150,000 in grants to the Public Schools of Dover and Sherborn for the 2018 – 2019 school...
Dover Foundation awards
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The Dover Foundation, an independent, non-profit, all-volunteer organization that has served the Dover community since 1947, has announced this year’s scholarship awards and community grants.
The Foundation, which promotes community spirit and service, is best known for its yearly outstanding theatrical productions held in Dover featuring many Dover citizens. Recent productions have included “Oliver,”...
DSHS celebrates class of 2018
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By Laura Drinan
Hometown Weekly Reporter
“Every journey begins with a known destination,” said Jason Zavras, Dover Sherborn High School’s class of 2018 president. “How you get there is the challenge. For all of us, we began on our journey walking through these doors for the first time on August 28, 2014, many of us...
Recycling Committee announces book donation bin
The Dover Recycling Committee has announced a new book donation bin at the Transfer Station provided by More Than Words (www.mtwyouth.org).
More Than Words is a nonprofit social enterprise that empowers youth who are in the foster care system, homeless, or out of school to take charge of their lives by taking charge of a business....
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Powisset Farm serves up brunch
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By Laura Drinan
Hometown Weekly Reporter
If you’ve ever wondered how to make the perfect meal, you might want to befriend some of the seniors in Dover and Westwood who frequently participate in the in the “Powisset Cooks!” program at Powisset Farm.
These Council on Aging members have honed their knife skills, refined their palates,...
Dover pays respects to town’s veterans
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By Laura Drinan
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Although Dover is a small town, many of its citizens have served for our country. On May 30, members of the community gathered in front of Town Hall to pay their respects to the men and women of Dover - and from all around the country - who lost...
Noanet Woodlands updates parking, dog policies
As the busy summer season kicks off at Trustees parks, woodlands, farms, historic homesteads and gardens, and beaches around the state, the statewide nonprofit has announced some important changes taking place at its Noanet Woodlands property in Dover.
Effective as of June 15, in line with many properties across the state, a parking kiosk will be...
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