By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Former Medfield Parks & Recreation employee, Kevin Ryder, was indicted on Thursday for the corruption and stealing of money from public funds, authorities said. Ryder served as the Director of the Medfield Parks & Recreation Department for almost eight years.
Fun Friday at Preschool Pageturners
By Julia Beauregard
Hometown Weekly Editor
Recently, local littles joined Miss Gretchen in the Children’s Activity Room at Medfield Public Library (MPL) for the weekly Preschool Pageturners program! Each week the program has a different theme and little ones were lucky to enjoy a furry friend theme...
Annual Juried Exhibition at the Zullo
By Audrey Anderson
Hometown Weekly Reporter
An opening reception for the Zullo Gallery's 29th Annual Juried Exhibition was held on Saturday, September 30, in Medfield. A large crowd gathered at the opening, viewing the art works, meeting up with friends, and enjoying refreshments. The outdoor patio was open...
Mulvey rocks Rocky Woods
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Despite the abrupt temperature drop, music enthusiasts packed the Rocky Woods pavilion to enjoy a performance by singer/songwriter Peter Mulvey on the evening of Friday, September 15th. This event was sponsored by the Trustees and is a recurring part of his...
Successful Discover Medfield Day
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Residents of Medfield and more braved the rainy weather this past Saturday, September 23rd, for the 43rd annual Discover Medfield Day. Run by Medfield Employers & Merchants Organizations (MEMO), this year included over 140 booths that highlighted an array of Medfield...
20th Annual Polo in the Country
By Audrey Anderson
Hometown Weekly Reporter
There was a celebratory atmosphere as a crowd of adults and children gathered at the Norfolk Hunt Club Steeplechase Course in Medfield for the 20th Annual Polo in the Country event.The Norfolk Hunt Club holds this yearly event to raise funds...
Words with Friends at the ‘Forge
By Julia Beauregard
Hometown Weekly Editor
Hosted through the Medfield Public Library (MPL), Bri Ozanne, the adult librarian, holds Word Games with Friends twice a month at the Medfield State Hospital Grounds (now often referred to as The Bellforge). Guests are encouraged to bring a chair to...
Excited crowd relives youth at Buffalo Tom
By Audrey Anderson
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Buffalo Tom and their opening act, Dutch Tulips, braved the forecast thunderstorms to entertain a large crowd of enthusiastic music fans on September 9th at the Belleforge Arts Center in Medfield. The musicians managed to get through their performances, even though the...
Summer Sounds sizzles out
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The final Summer Sounds concert happened this past Thursday, August 31st, at the Bellforge Arts Center. Throughout the summer, an array of amazing bands have taken the stage to perform on Thursday nights for all to enjoy.
This...
Youthful yoga: kids discover wellness at library
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Yoga does not just have to be for adults and the Medfield Public Library (MPL) is showing that to be just the case! This past Monday, August 21st, the MPL invited Certified Children’s Yoga Instructor, Erin Mann, to teach the bigger...
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...
Craft and chat at MPL
By Avonlea Cummings
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The morning rain on Friday gave way to blue skies in the afternoon on August 18th, just in time for the outdoor craft and chat event at the Medfield Public Library (MPL). Quilted blankets adorned with threads, needles, and yarn set...
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...
Tai Chi at the Center
By Avonlea Cummings
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Tai Chi, an ancient Chinese martial art dating back to 1670, is a multifaceted practice encompassing martial prowess, self-defense, and meditation. It serves as a conduit for achieving harmony between mind and body through its fluid and graceful motions.
Children experiment with plant prints
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Little ones were in for a treat this past Wednesday, August 9th, as Holly Miller held a Plant Prints craft event. Holly is the education outreach coordinator at the New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill. This craft event was centered...
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...
Exploring pies at MPL
By Avonlea Cummings
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The smell of sweetness in the air lured young bakers to the Medfield Public Library (MPL) community room on Wednesday, August 2nd. Scents of fresh lemon, lime, and a sugary crust awaited their arrival, it was a perfect day to make...
Back Pages wow MEMO crowd
By Audrey Anderson
Hometown Weekly Reporter
On August 3rd, a large, enthusiastic crowd of adults of all ages and many children gathered near the gazebo to enjoy 60s, 70s, and 80s rock hits played by one of their favorite local bands. The band Back Pages is well...
Casual creativity for Adults
By Avonlea Cummings
Hometown Weekly Reporter
When days get long, and work continues to get busier and busier, or even if you just need a break from the fast-paced culture, hobbies can be the perfect escape. The Medfield Public Library has created the perfect group for artists...
Locals enjoy summer sounds
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The ongoing event of Summer Sounds hosted at the Bellforge Arts Center returned this past Wednesday, July 27th. The headliners for this evening included performances by Little Fuss and Jay Alan, both of which are rising homegrown artists. The event as...
