Category Archive for "Needham"

NHS students participate in walkout

By Ethan Lee Hometown Weekly Correspondent On Wednesday, March 14, over 200 Needham High School students participated in a 17-minute walkout aiming to honor the 17 victims of the school shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School last month. The walkout, part of a national student walkout for stricter gun regulations, took place at 10:00 a.m.,...

Borrelli, Pitman Brown among Open Studios artists

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More than forty local artists will open their doors for Needham Open Studios during the weekend of May 5 and 6; Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. Visitors to this free event can meet artists, tour studios, and browse and purchase original artwork at fifteen...

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By Ilene Hoffman Hometown Weekly Correspondent Did you know the hottest hangout spot in Needham this February was the Recycling and Transfer Station (RTS) on Central Avenue? There is still a flurry of activity at the place Needhamites used to call “the Dump.” Birders are flocking in to see what most of us think is just...

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By Laura Drinan Hometown Weekly Reporter Wet, heavy snow covered the grass and lined the sidewalks outside, but inside of the Needham Free Public Library, flowers were blooming. Every year, the Beth Shalom Garden Club and Needham High School’s art department team up with the town to bring Needham Art in Bloom, a celebration in...

March’s second nor’easter storms through

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By Laura Drinan Hometown Weekly Reporter March certainly came in like a lion with a nor’easter at the beginning of the month that left many without power. Just days later, Massachusetts was hit with another nor’easter – this time bringing wet, heavy snow to the Greater Boston area. Dover Sherborn Regional Schools closed on Thursday, March...

Friends, neighbors, Needham Public School students, members of the local business community, and civic leaders are gearing up for the annual NEF Spelling Bee on Sunday, March 18, at 3 p.m. in the Needham High School "A" gym. Admission and refreshments are free, thanks to the generous support of many sponsors. Members of the community...

For the eighth consecutive year, teachers and parents from Hillside and Eliot schools will meet at Needham High School on Friday, March 16, for a spirited game of basketball to raise money for each school’s Parent Teacher Council. The game will take place at Needham High School. Doors open and pizza and other concession sales...

The Quilt Show is returning to Needham. Every two years, members of Quinobequin Quilters from Needham, Newton, Wellesley, and surrounding towns present a two-day Quilt Show. The 2018 show will be held on Friday and Saturday, March 23 and 24, at the Masonic Lodge, 1101 Highland Ave, Needham. Over 120 beautiful quilts will be displayed,...

On Wednesday, March 7, Gov. Charlie Baker, Speaker Robert DeLeo, and others helped The Arc of Massachusetts and the Massachusetts Developmental Disabilities Council (MDDC) recognize Senator Jamie Eldridge and Representative Denise Garlick as Legislators of the Year. WROR-Radio personality Lauren Beckham Falcone, a parent of a child with Down syndrome, emceed the event titled “Honoring 40...

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By Laura Drinan Hometown Weekly Reporter Children and caregivers filed into the Needham Free Library’s Community Room to enjoy a classical music concert on March 3. Four strings players from the Wellesley Symphony Orchestra (WSO) sat with their instruments at the front of the room, practicing before being introduced by WSO President Leslie Holmes, who...

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By Laura Drinan Hometown Weekly Reporter Over the years, libraries have evolved to meet the growing needs of their communities. With dozens of programs offered in conjunction with computers for use, as well as books and audiovisual materials to check out, the Needham Free Public Library attracts hundreds of community members each month.  In the last...

Paul Christian to read at Library

The Needham Free Public Library will host retired Boston Fire Commissioner Paul A. Christian, author of "South Boston on Parade," on Thursday, March 15, at 7:30 p.m., in the Library’s Community Room. In this most enjoyable and informative work, author Paul Christian traces the Saint Patrick’s Day Parade’s history from 1901 to the present, through hundreds...

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By Laura Drinan Hometown Weekly Reporter It may have been February vacation for Needham’s students, but they were still eager to learn. Thankfully, while their teachers were enjoying well-deserved time off, the Needham Free Public Library hosted Mad Science to give an engaging demonstration to the town’s youngsters. Specializing in visually captivating demonstrations to inspire children,...

As part of Art in Bloom, innovative photographer Kira Seamon will display her eye-catching photos of fall foliage trees and debut her new “flower eggs” at the Needham Library throughout the month of March. "Stained Glass Sky" showcases stunning autumn trees in a unique fashion ranging from the delicate to the dramatic. Kira's kaleidoscope photography...

Eliot to host first Leprechaun Run

Eliot Elementary School’s first annual Leprechaun Run (5K) and Pot O’ Gold Mile (kids fun run) is scheduled for 8 a.m. on Saturday, March 17, at Cricket Field. The chip-timed 5K event is not limited to Eliot families; all are invited to participate. This is a run/walk meant for people of all ages. The Pot...

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The Needham Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) was recently certified by the State Emergency Response Commission. The Local Emergency Planning Committee’s goal is to ensure the community is ready to respond during any emergency. This goal is accomplished by encouraging partnerships between the town, state, local businesses and residents through the exchange of...

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Needham’s Art in Bloom is celebrating its 10th anniversary at the Needham Public Library next Saturday, March 10, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Sunday, March 11, from 1 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. There will be 70+ mixed medium pieces of artwork by talented Needham High School students and teachers, each...

Taylor’s Stationery marches towards retirement

By Laura Drinan Hometown Weekly Reporter Taylor’s Stationery has been Needham’s most beloved store for paper goods. However, March 3 will mark the end of an era, as owners and siblings Jack McQuillan and Maureen Fitzgerald have announced they will be closing the store and beginning their retirement. “It’s time for us to say – while we’re on...

Needham Library hosts Valentine’s Day crafts

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By Laura Drinan Hometown Weekly Reporter There’s nothing more special than receiving a handmade card on Valentine’s Day. It’s so special, in fact, that it became the inspiration for the Needham Free Public Library’s Valentine’s Day craft activity. From 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. on February 14, children were invited to celebrate the holiday with...

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NEF Spelling Bee set for March 18 On Sunday, March 18, at 3 p.m. in the Needham High School gymnasium, the Needham Education Foundation (NEF) will hold its annual spelling bee. As the NEF’s largest fundraiser, the Bee draws spellers of all ages from Needham schools, businesses, and the community. This year’s bee will...

Category Archives: Needham

NHS students participate in walkout

Borrelli, Pitman Brown among Open Studios artists

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Local hotspot attracts out-of-towners

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Art in Bloom blossoms at library

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March’s second nor’easter storms through

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Community excited for NEF Spelling Bee

Hillside/Eliot basketball game on tap

Quilt Show returning to Needham

Rep. Garlick, Legislator of the Year

WSO draws music lovers to library

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Bassett boosts library’s YA Services

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Paul Christian to read at Library

Mad Science sparks chemistry interest

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Kira Seamon to exhibit at library

Eliot to host first Leprechaun Run

Needham LEPC is state-certified

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Art in Bloom coming next week

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Taylor’s Stationery marches towards retirement

Needham Library hosts Valentine’s Day crafts

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NEF Spelling Bee set for March 18

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