By Riley Fontana
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Medfield Public Library (MPL) hosts an extensive Makers Space, filled with craft supplies and machines not everyone has access to. Librarians will often host classes to help teach patrons about the different types of technologies available, the most recent being a sewing machine class.
Dwight-Derby House unveils East Parlor exhibit
By Riley Fontana
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Dwight-Derby House has been hard at work creating its latest exhibit, the East Parlor. This project pays homage to Mary Derby and her in-home bonnet shop, where she worked creating and selling hats and bonnets to provide for herself and her family as a...
Michael McCarthy announces 30th Annual Coat Drive
Medfield High School 10th grade student Michael McCarthy is announcing the start of his annual coat drive. He has teamed up again with Coats for Kids and Families and Anton’s Cleaners to collect winter coat donations. Winter coats for both children and adults are gladly accepted.
The goal of Coats...
Justice Curran discusses Salem Witch Trials
By Julia Beauregard
Hometown Weekly Editor
The Medfield Public Library (MPL) and the Medfield Historical Society co-sponsored a Halloween inspired talk regarding The Salem Witch Trials at the end of last month. Retired Massachusetts Superior Court Justice Dennis J Curran returned to the MPL to lead this...
Troop 89 digs into Medfield history
By Riley Fontana
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Boy Scout Troop 89 in Medfield has been working hard to earn their Archeology Merit Badge. They have partnered with the Dwight Derby House to examine artifacts they found digging in moved dirt from a construction project.
John...
Families flock for Fun at the ‘Forge
By Julia Beauregard
Hometown Weekly Editor
The Bellforge Arts Center recently hosted their end of the season family event, entitled Fun At The ‘Forge: Fall Edition. This event returned to the grounds of the former Medfield State Hospital after the success of the Spring edition of this...
Scarecrow Spooktacular delights Baxter Park
By Julia Beauregard
Hometown Weekly Editor
MedfieldTV hosted their second annual Scarecrow Spooktacular at Baxter Park with a variety of uniquely crafted scarecrows. The success and excitement surrounding this event last year brought back this new annual, autumnal themed event.
Local families and businesses...
Gino Ellison’s Big Year
by Audrey Anderson
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Recently, Massachusetts native Gino Ellison visited The Center at Medfield to share his experiences during his 2023 quest to identify as many birds as possible in the ABA Area Big Year competition.
According to Wikipedia, “A big year is a...
CultureFest comes to life at MHS
By Riley Fontana
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Bellforge held their annual CultureFest, and the rain did not put a damper on the festivities. A last-minute move to the Medfield High School (MHS) gym gave a dry space for live music, dancing and a celebration of all cultures.
Bellforge showcases rising women artists
By Riley Fontana
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Bellforge is always putting on a good time and uplifting local artists. The collaborative concert between The Bellforge and Women in Music Boston was no exception. This performance showcased three artists making waves in the local music scene.
The Church of the Advent calls Rev. Lynn Campbell as Rector
The Episcopal Church of the Advent recently voted to confirm the Reverend Lynn Campbell’s call to the tenured position of Rector after serving the last two and half years as the Priest-in-Charge. Over the past year, guided by Jesus’ commandment to “love one another as I have loved you,” she has worked with...
30th Annual Juried Exhibition at the Zullo
By Audrey Anderson
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Zullo Gallery hosted a milestone 30th Annual Jured Exhibition with many artists in attendance and a big turnout of art fans.
Each year, Boston area artists that are 18 years of age and older submit their work...
Locals enjoy MPL’s annual fall social
By Riley Fontana
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Medfield Public Library (MPL) hosts an annual trivia night with varying themes. This year trivia night was welcoming in fall with the library’s “It’s Fall Y’all” social and trivia night. The Daily Room was decorated with autumnal colors to ring...
A fun filled Medfield Day
By Riley Fontana
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Discover Medfield Day is an annual celebration of the town of Medfield. Countless people flood to North Street to learn more about the town's offerings and their community. This year's celebration was bigger and better than ever with games and countless...
Locals enjoy Polo in the Country
By Audrey Anderson
Hometown Weekly Newspaper
The Norfolk Hunt Club’s annual Polo in the Country event was held at their storied Steeplechase Field in Medfield. Polo has been played on this field for 130 years. In addition, according to the club’s web site, “The Norfolk Hunt Club...
Jason Voorhees visits Rocky Woods
By Riley Fontana
Hometown Weekly Reporter
While Friday the Thirteenth isn’t a national holiday, it’s celebrated by everyone in the horror community. The Coolidge Corner Theater in Brookline takes the pseudo-holiday pretty seriously and teamed up with the Rocky Woods Reservation for the 10th year to bring...
Grand opening of Hinkley Playground
by Elizabeth Connolly
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Hundreds of children, parents, grandparents, neighbors, family and friends gathered at Hinkley Memorial Park on Sunday, September 15th. They were there to celebrate the grand opening of the park’s brand new, accessible, and inclusive playground. This modern facility is the result...
LaRue brings women of the Gilded Age to life
By Riley Fontana
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Michèle LaRue is a beloved guest at both Medfield Public Library and The Center at Medfield, recently returning for her fourth performance in town. She captivates audiences of all ages with her one-woman live readings of Gilded Age stories.
Local author discusses first book
By Julia Beauregard
Hometown Weekly Editor
Local author and educator, Dr. Beth Godett, recently published her new book, “Toward the Bigger Half: Equity in Public Education,” which offers an exploration regarding equity and schooling uncomfortable, yet necessary, companions. Hometown Weekly Editor, Julia Beauregard, had the pleasure of interviewing...
Lanterns illuminate the Bellforge
By Julia Beauregard
Hometown Weekly Editor
Folks of all ages ventured out to the Bellforge Arts Center this past Saturday night to participate in the eagerly awaited Lantern Parade and Festival. This event had been rescheduled earlier this year due to poor weather conditions. Many locals had...
