By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
On Friday, December 8th, Walpole students experienced an early dismissal, prompting the Walpole Public Library (WPL) to graciously organize an Early Release Day Movie showing. Families and friends gathered at the library to enjoy the popular Christmas movie, The Polar Express.
Line dancing party at the COA
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
On Friday, December 8th, the Walpole Council on Aging (COA) organized a Line Dance Party, encouraging participants to engage in physical activity. Lestyn Gilmore served as the instructor for the afternoon, motivating everyone to get on their feet.
Celebrating 100 years with “A Christmas Carol”
by Elizabeth Connolly
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Next year is an exciting year for the town of Walpole, as it celebrates 300 years since first being incorporated in 1724 (prior to that, it was part of South Dedham). Coinciding with this momentous occasion is another joyous one: Walpole...
JWCW hosts third annual Festival of Trees
by Elizabeth Connolly
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Junior Women’s Club of Walpole (JWCW) held their third annual Festival of Trees at the Walpole Senior Center on December 2nd and 3rd. This year’s event consisted of 38 creatively decorated trees that came in all sizes, shapes, and colors....
Christmas Festival at Weihnachtsmarkt
By Audrey Anderson
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Boylston Schul-Verein (BSV) German-American social club held a festive and fun Weihnachtsmarkt 2023 (Christmas Market 2023) in Walpole on Saturday, December 2. People of all ages enjoyed shopping at merry market booths, eating delicious food and beverages, and listening to cheery Christmas music as...
Members’ Exhibit at WPL
By Julia Beauregard
Hometown Weekly Editor
Throughout the fall, the Dedham Art Association has held their Fall Members’ Exhibit at the Walpole Public Library (WPL) for locals and library goers to enjoy. The various pieces of artwork were featured in the library function room, hung on the...
Santa comes to town
by Elizabeth Connolly
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Walpole’s beloved Santa Parade was back last Saturday and, judging by the size of the crowd, the town was ready for him! Despite being a chilly morning, hundreds of locals bundled up and came out to welcome the big guy in...
JWCW hosts ice cream social for seniors
By Julia Beauregard
Hometown Weekly Editor
Last Friday, seniors were welcomed to travel back in time and enjoy an afternoon in the 50s! The Junior Women’s Club of Walpole (JWCW) and the Council on Aging (COA) teamed up to host an Ice Cream Social for local seniors...
Residents come together for 23rd Camy 5K
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Returning for its 23rd year, the Camy 5K Run and David 5K Walk was held on Saturday, November 11th, at the Walpole Italian-American Club. Despite the rather chilly and windy weather, the turnout for this year was yet again incredible.
Walpole pays tribute to their veterans
by Elizabeth Connolly
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Just before the 11th hour of the 11th day of November 2023, a large crowd congregated by the gazebo on the town common. Some chatted with friends and neighbors, some enjoyed the hot coffee that was available, some sat solemnly on...
First time for Falloween
by Elizabeth Connolly
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Falloween, a new event combining Halloween on Main and Harvest Fest, took place on Saturday, October 28th. It was a spectacular day: unseasonably warm with wall-to-wall sunshine, which many people seemed to enjoy. “I love it, but it’s not so great...
A musical tour through Germany and Austria
by Audrey Anderson
Hometown Weekly Reporter
On October 22nd, the Boylston Schul-Verein in Walpole held a spirited luncheon and lively entertainment by the BSV Sängerchor Boston. Approximately 80 guests enjoyed the opportunity to gather with friends of German descent and celebrate their culture.
The...
UNICEF hosts Trunk-or-Treat
By Elizabeth Connolly
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Despite a veritable deluge of rain on yet another weekend day, the Walpole High School (WHS) UNICEF Club hosted their annual Trunk or Treat fundraiser on Saturday, October 21st. True to its name, the event had several parked vehicles with creatively...
October finale at Adams Farm
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Despite the on and off rain, along with the chilly wind, crowds gathered at Adams Farm to delight in some amazing music for the afternoon. Earlier this month, the Friends of the Adams Farm, in collaboration with Walpole Co-Operative Bank, hosted...
WFD open house brings community together
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
In honor of Fire Prevention Week, the Walpole Fire Department (WFD) opened their doors for an open house on Saturday, October 14th. Family and friends were welcomed to check out the facility and even enjoy some light refreshments too!
Walpole celebrates Ganesha Chaturthi Festival
By Julia Beauregard
Hometown Weekly Editor
In the charming neighborhood of Estates at Walpole, a heartwarming celebration of the Ganesha Chaturthi festival dinner unfolded on the evening of Wednesday, September 20th, 2023. This cherished tradition, originating from the Indian subcontinent, brought together neighbors from diverse backgrounds to...
Plenty of pumpkins at Epiphany Parish
by Elizabeth Connolly
Hometown Weekly Reporter
For 17 years, the lawn at Epiphany Parish on Front Street, directly behind the town common, has been splashed with orange every October. If you’ve walked, jogged, or driven by, you might’ve felt the desire to stop and stroll through thousands...
Mil Milagros vists Epiphany Parish
By Audrey Anderson
Hometown Weekly Reporter
On September 27, the Epiphany Parish of Walpole welcomed Carolyn Daly, Executive Director of Mil Milagros, who shared information about her organization's work in Guatemala. Mil Milagros (A Thousand Miracles in English) works to lift up indigenous women, thereby lifting up whole...
Bollywood dancing at WPL
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Hosted by the Teen Advisory Board, the Walpole Public Library (WPL) held their ongoing program, “Intro to Bollywood Dance,” this past Thursday, September 21st. This program is a continual effort to bring more diversity and culture to the WPL!
Fun at the Apple Fall Harvest Fair
By Julia Beauregard
Hometown Weekly Editor
On Saturday, September 30, Walpole residents ushered in the first day of autumn with a cherished tradition: the Apple Harvest Fair. This several decades old celebration draws thousands of attendees from Walpole and the surrounding areas. Despite the gloomy weather, several...
