Former starter Schilling a relief ace
Medfield photographer’s stunning shots grace library
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By Laura Drinan
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Photography is much more than just snapping a few pictures and posting it to social media; a photographer understands his or her camera, seeks photo-worthy occasions, and is able to evoke an appreciation for something that a person may have never noticed before. Medfield resident Chuck Ferullo accomplishes all...
Scarves for cancer at Medfield Day
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Medfield Day attendees can help raise money for cancer by making a donation to the American Cancer Society in exchange for hand-knit scarves. Hand knit scarves will be provided free at Medfield Day, September 16, with a donation to the American Cancer Society. All proceeds go directly to the American Cancer Society.
Ann Thompson...
Inspirational musical sings for gender equality
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By Laura Drinan
Hometown Weekly Reporter
On August 26, 1920, the Nineteenth Amendment was adopted into the Constitution, giving female citizens the right to vote in the United States. To mark this incredible victory for women, “We Did It For You!”, a musical about the amazing women who fought for gender equality, hit the stage...
Zullo Gallery hosting fall art classes
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Medfield's Zullo Gallery has announced its slate of fall art classes. They are described as follows:
St. Edward Golf Tournament coming soon
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The 7th Annual St. Edward Golf Tournament will be held on Monday, September 11, at the Walpole Country Club.
This fundraiser is a day filled with great fun on the course, followed by a delicious buffet dinner, raffles and auctions. Golfers are encouraged to register now and spouses who are non-golfers are encouraged to...
Kindergarteners get a taste of bus routine
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By Laura Drinan
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Kindergarten marks the beginning of a child’s path through the twelve-year school system. While it is an exciting time for a child to be starting school, it is also quite a daunting task. Besides the kids’ worries about being tossed into the unknown that is kindergarten, the parents (especially...
Farmers’ Market going strong in September
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With the arrival of Labor Day, life returns to normal for many Medfield residents who have spent the summer vacationing. The Medfield Farmers’ Market says “welcome back,” with a reminder that the market, with its dedicated vendors, will be on North St., on the lawn of the historic First Parish Meeting House, each...
Ferullo photography exhibited at library
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Through the end of the summer, the Medfield Public Library will be hosting a beautiful array of photographs from around the world, all taken by Medfield's Chuck Ferullo.
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Amilia’s Light hosts golf tournament
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Supporters of Amilia's Light participated in a golf tournament at Foxborough Country Club on August 14 to raise funds that will help survivors of human trafficking.
New England Patriots Hall of Famer, QB Steve Grogan, was one of the participating golfers. Prior to the event, Grogan and Amilia's Light founder, Michelle Luhrmann, were...
Medfield bids farewell to Tracy Mitchell
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H. Tracy Mitchell III, age 73 of Medfield, died Monday morning August 14th, 2017 at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston. He was surrounded by his loving family when his heart of gold stopped beating.
Tracy loved being a Funeral Director, but he loved his family even more. He leaves behind his "reason for...
Animal Shelter adoptables treated to makeovers
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It was a day of makeovers for four dogs at the Medfield Animal Shelter on Old Bridge Street. At-home pet services provider Canine Company sent one of its mobile pet spas and professional groomers to give the “spa treatment” to several newly adopted dogs and adoption candidates still awaiting homes.
“We were so thrilled...
Crafter’s World hosts castle building event
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By Laura Drinan
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Imagine living in the Cinderella Castle in the middle of the Magic Kingdom. How about Windsor Castle in England, owned by the Royal Family? Perhaps the Hohenzollern Castle in Germany? Then, of course, there are even some castles in New England for those wanting to stay local. While many...
Stacey Peasley Band rocks Medfield concert
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By Laura Drinan
Hometown Weekly Reporter
After hearing some songs of the “Top 100” radio stations, rock fanatics may worry about the future of their beloved music genre and culture. But fear not, for Stacey Peasley has combined rock and children’s music, which inspires an enjoyment for rock and its subgenres. Peasley, a critically acclaimed...
Medfield Library hosts tie-dye event
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By Laura Drinan
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Children at the Medfield Public Library customized their clothes with pops of color at the library’s tie-dye event in the Craft Room. Led by instructor Brenda, children transformed their plain white clothes into beautiful, colorful creations. “There’s no such things as a bad tie-dye, just one you might not...
Dwight-Derby House holding Anniversary Gala
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The Dwight-Derby House will host its 20th Anniversary Gala on Sept. 9 to celebrate 20 years since the Town of Medfield purchased the house and property. The evening of local food and music promises to be a fun-filled event with local musicians Tom Duprey, David Hawthorn, and Jeri Bergonzi with her trio, hors d’oeuvres (6 p.m.) and an elegant buffet...
Kurt Jackson: Medfield’s resident storyteller
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Christina Perrone
Hometown Weekly Intern
It was Tuesday, June 25 at 7 p.m. Kids filtered through a large room at the back of the Medfield Library, some wearing pajamas, all eager to listen to Kurt Jackson’s stories before going to bed.
Jackson is a resident storyteller at Medfield Library and has been its designated storyteller for...
Rainforest reptiles last seen at Medfield Library
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Christina Perrone
Hometown Weekly Intern
“I have a question for you. Are alligators and crocodiles dinosaurs?” Kristen Bryan asked her young audience July 31, on a Monday afternoon at the Medfield Library. She put it up to a vote via hand raising.
“Alligators and crocodiles are one of the oldest animals on the earth, but they...
Han receives Girl Scout Gold Award
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts (GSEMA) has announced that Medfield Girl Scout Hyesoo (Julie) Han has earned the highest award in Girl Scouting: the Girl Scout Gold Award. She was honored with Gold Awardees from across the Commonwealth at a ceremony on Friday, June 9 at the Massachusetts State House. More than 60 Girl Scouts...
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A Medfield fish story
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On the beautiful, picturesque Sunday, July 30, members of the community gathered at Medfield’s Rocky Woods reservation for a family fishing clinic.
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