By Julia Beauregard
Hometown Weekly Editor
Hometown Weekly Editor, Julia Beauregard, had the chance to interview Needham-based author Edward Eaton regarding his latest book, “An Empty God,” which was released earlier this year. The story is about a god and his ongoing conflict with man.
Composting with Needham DPW
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Needham Department of Public Works (DPW) stopped by the Needham Free Public Library (NFPL) to put on a demonstration about how composting works. Little ones and their guardians packed into the “snack” room of the NFPL to not only hear...
Needham marches fourth together
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
This past Wednesday, July 3rd the Exchange Club of Needham (ECON) put on a pre-fourth of July celebration at Memorial Park. This spectacular event consisted of children activities, a pie eating contest, a concert, fireworks, and more.
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True crime authors discuss Houston’s deadliest murderer
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Public Library, the Needham Free Public Library (NFPL) shared an online event with true crime authors Dr. Katherine Ramsland & Tracy Ullman. Throughout this event, Ramsland and Ullman discussed their book "The Serial Killer's...
King’s Own venture to Needham
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Needham Council for Arts & Culture and the Massachusetts Cultural Council invited His Majesty's 4th "King's Own" Regiment of Foot to Needham on Saturday, June 22nd. The King’s Own recreates a Light Infantry Company of British Regulars as they appeared...
Needham celebrates third annual Pride
By Riley Fontana
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Needham invited everyone to celebrate Pride for the third year in a row. This annual event brings together LGBTQ+ people and allies to show that love exists and everyone has a home in Needham. Hosted in collaboration with First Parish and...
Learning about writing YA novels at NFPL
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Sponsored by the Cary Library Foundation (CLF), the Needham Free Public Library (NFPL) shared an online event titled “Writing Young Adult (YA) Novels.” This is a part of the Cary Library’s “Library Cafe'' series that has been happening throughout the past...
Farmers Market returns for 13th season
By Riley Fontana
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Needham Farmers Market is back and better than ever. Celebrating its 13th season the Farmers Market offers something for everyone from fresh fruits to baked goods and coffee. This family-friendly market offers countless goods for all ages.
Crafting with Pride at NFPL
By Riley Fontana
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Needham Free Public Library (NFPL) partnered with Pop-Up Art School to introduce a needle felting workshop as part of its children's programming. During this event, children learned the basics of needle felting and created their own rainbow pins.
“Sealed With A Kiss” at NFPL
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Local Needham Author Paula Roberts was welcomed into the Needham Free Public Library (NFPL) to discuss her book “Sealed With A Kiss.” Attendees filed into the Community Room eager and excited to hearRoberts discuss her parents' love story during World War...
Prison education discussion at NFPL
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Sponsored by the Watertown Free Public Library (WFPL), the Needham Free Public Library (NFPL) shared an online event titled “Access to Books in the Context of Mass Incarceration.” This was a part of the WFPL’s Democracy Talks series where they dive...
NHS celebrates the Class of 2024
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Needham High School (NHS) celebrated the Class of 2024 on Sunday, June 2nd in front of a packed crowd of beaming family members, friends, faculty members, and more. Despite the rather humid conditions, the sunny and 80 degree weather made for...
Seniors experience the Joys of Nature
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Needham Council on Aging (COA) welcomed Joy Marzolf from The Joys of Nature to talk about our essential pollinators that can be found throughout New England. COA members gathered together at The Center at the Heights (CATH) to learn about...
CATH welcomes Queen Elizabeth II
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Needham Council on Aging (COA) members welcomed Queen Elizabeth II to The Center at the Heights (CATH). She was portrayed by Sheryl Faye, from Sheryl Faye Presents: Historical Women, Making The Past Present. This specific adaptation was titled Queen Elizabeth II...
Fishing for fun at Needham Reservoir
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Needham Parks and Recreation held an open invitation to the Needham Reservoir on the morning of Saturday, May 18th. Families and friends gathered together for the Rollie’s Family Fishing Festival (RFFF) in which they could spend a relaxing morning fishing.
Touch-a-Truck transforms rainy day
By Riley Fontana
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Needham Department of Public Works turned a rainy Saturday morning around with their Touch-a-Truck event at DeFazio Park. Eleven vehicles, including fire trucks, police cars, street sweepers, and construction vehicles, gathered to educate children about their roles in the community.
Jazz in the Sanctuary
by Audrey Anderson
Hometown Weekly Reporter
An audience of 210 filtered into newest jazz venue in Metrowest, the sanctuary of Christ Episcopal Church Needham, to lend their support to the church’s missions in Haiti and to hear some fantastic jazz played by the long-established local group, Portrait...
Jordan Rich discusses 50+ years in radio
By Audrey Anderson
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Matt Robinson interviewed WBZ Radio host Jordan Rich at the Needham Free Public Library, as the final discussion at the Library Foundation of Needham’s Author Series. Robinson and Rich discussed stories from the new book “ON AIR: My 50-year Love Affair...
Curtains up on NCT’s “The Crucible”
By Cameron Small
Hometown Weekly Correspondent
Curtains are up on a new production from Needham Community Theater (NCT) this upcoming weekend as “The Crucible” takes the stage. Arthur Miller’s 1953 drama The Crucible, directed by Marianne Phinney, opens at the Newman Elementary School on May 10. Tickets...
Showcasing the arts at NOS
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The first weekend in May was quite a busy one for Needham as Needham Open Studios (NOS) held an all-day, two-day event highlighting over 40 artists at 13 different locations around town. Residents were able to take a behind-the-scenes tour of...
