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The Sheffield Chamber Players Perform in Wellesley

The Sheffield Chamber Players Perform in Wellesley
By Rama K. Ramaswamy Chamber music, since its introduction to society in the 18th century, by Haydn, Mozart and Beethoven during the so-called Viennese Classic Era, continues to be as much an enriching social experience as it is a deep and meaningful musical extravaganza for fans. At the heart of it is instrumental music played by...
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Hearing Scheduled for Proposed Plastic Bag Ban in Wellesley

Hearing Scheduled for Proposed Plastic Bag Ban in Wellesley
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Following several years of study concerning the rising tide of plastic litter in Wellesley parks and conservation areas, the Wellesley Natural Resources Commission is proposing a bylaw banning the distribution of single-use plastic checkout bags in the town. The five-member commission will present the proposal at Wellesley Annual Town Meeting on March 28....
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Wellesley Free Library Hosts Mini Golf Event

Wellesley Free Library Hosts Mini Golf Event
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By Lisa Moore Hometown Weekly Correspondent The Wellesley Free Library hosted a mini golf event this past weekend that was “A Hole Lot of Fun” for everyone. Organized by the Wellesley Free Library Foundation, a private organization dedicated to supporting enrichment of the Wellesley Free Library, this family friendly event helped to raise funds to support...
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Wellesley Chinese Language School Celebrates Chinese New Year

Wellesley Chinese Language School Celebrates Chinese New Year
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By Via Perkins Hometown Weekly Correspondent An innovative school is serving the needs of Wellesley beyond the public school systems. The Wellesley Chinese Language School was built by parents who wanted to incorporate the study of Chinese, appreciation for Chinese culture and a respect for all types of backgrounds into their curriculum, and their annual...
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Brothers Sing On! Festival Impresses Crowd

Brothers Sing On! Festival Impresses Crowd
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By Lisa Moore Hometown Weekly Correspondent On Sunday afternoon, Wellesley High presented Brother’s Sing On!, an all-male a cappella festival hosted by the Boston Saengerfest Men’s Chorus. Former Wellesley resident Linus Travers is the Compere or master of ceremony for Saengerfest concerts and kept the afternoon running smoothly, introducing each group and providing insight into...
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Glee Club to perform ‘Singing Valentines’ in Needham and Wellesley

Glee Club to perform ‘Singing Valentines’ in Needham and Wellesley
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After a very successful debut last year, the Highland Glee Club is excited for the return of its “Singing Valentine” program in Needham, Newton and Wellesley.

The group will send a group of singers to perform three classic love songs to your Valentine at his or her home, workplace,...

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Wellesley dodgeball program keeping students active

Wellesley dodgeball program keeping students active
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By Robert Rosen Hometown Weekly Staff Each Friday afternoon, from 2:30-3:15 p.m., Community Investors, a local nonprofit that offer programs that get kids active and connect with one another, offers dodgeball at the Wellesley Middle School in Gym B. Joe Roberts, President of Community Investors, has been running sports-based development programs with the Terriers and Wellesley...
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‘Portraits of Hope’ grace Dana Hall’s art gallery in Wellesley

‘Portraits of Hope’ grace Dana Hall’s art gallery in Wellesley
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By Via Perkins Hometown Weekly Correspondent The Dana Hall School in Wellesley is currently displaying images by photographer Jeff Adams in their visual arts gallery. From student and faculty work to local and regional artists, Dana Hall has utilized their gallery as a haven for all types of creative work. The show features portraits taken at...
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Wellesley Students Create Books for Patients

Wellesley Students Create Books for Patients
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By Rama K. Ramaswamy Hardy School PTO members Carrie Chu, Karen McAdams and Lauren Lin hosted a very successful, “Book Building for Children’s Hospital” community service project last week. McAdams, who has chaired community service in past years, said that last week’s event drew the largest number of participants she has seen in the last...
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Wellesley Administration Gives Views On School Debate

Wellesley Administration Gives Views On School Debate
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By Robert Rosen Hometown Weekly Staff With one of the largest conversations around Wellesley currently focused around the future of the Hardy, Hunnewell and Upham Schools, the School Committee and Superintendent Dr. David Lussier believe a lot of data was collected over time and that the best option is to ultimately close Hardy, renovate Hunnewell...
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Wellesley METCO Director Leads Conversation On Diversity

Wellesley METCO Director Leads Conversation On Diversity
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By Rama K. Ramaswamy This January has been dubbed, “the diversity month” by many Wellesley residents. Last week Kalise Wornum, K-12 METCO Director, and facilitators Anne D. Hall and Delissa Prideaux, also Wellesley High PTSO Co-Presidents, conducted a workshop on, “Difficult conversations: talking about race and racism with children and colleagues.” This workshop was open...
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Wellesley Celebrates MLK Day With Breakfast

Wellesley Celebrates MLK Day With Breakfast
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By Via Perkins Hometown Weekly Correspondent World of Wellesley orchestrated a poignant and stirring presentation on January 18 to celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Faculty, students, and community members gathered in Wellesley College’s Alumnae Hall for the 8:30 a.m. event, complete with singers, dancers, speeches and an activity. 2016 marked the 16th annual Martin Luther...
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Wellesley Historical Society to honor Suzanne Frederick

Wellesley Historical Society to honor Suzanne Frederick
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The Wellesley Historical Society will be holding its annual dinner at Alumnae Hall, Wellesley College, on January 13. The honoree for the evening is Suzanne Frederick, a Society member since 2006 when she became interested in the Society’s costume and textile collection and provided funding for collection processing. Subsequently she was instrumental in launching...
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Wellesley Community Center launches ‘Strive for Five’

Wellesley Community Center launches ‘Strive for Five’
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The waning direct mail market for fundraising has reached the tipping point for the Wellesley Community Center as they embark on their first fully digital Annual Appeal. And they have an ambitious goal of securing donations from five percent of Wellesley residents. The Wellesley Community Center, a private 501c3, is in its fifth decade...
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Wellesley Library mini-golf event coming at end of January

Wellesley Library mini-golf event coming at end of January
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The Wellesley Free Library Foundation (WFLF) is busy preparing for the second annual “A Hole Lot of Fun” miniature golf event, scheduled for January 30 (5-8 p.m.) and 31 (9 a.m. -1 p.m.). More than 500 people golfed at the library last year, and this year’s event is expected to draw an even bigger...
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Wellesley COA enjoys Methuen Ballet Ensemble production

Wellesley COA enjoys Methuen Ballet Ensemble production
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On Monday, December 28, more than 80 guests of all ages attended Methuen Ballet Ensemble’s (MBE) performance of “The Nutcracker” at the Wellesley Community Center. This was the third year MBE, a semi-professional ballet company, graced the audience with their wonderful talents. Vanessa Rae Voter, Artistic Director, choreographed the performance based on the company’s...
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Plaque Honors Founders Of Medfield High Boosters Club

Plaque Honors Founders Of Medfield High Boosters Club
BY JOSH PERRY (@Josh_Perry10)
Hometown Weekly Staff
Last week, a small group of people gathered in the hallway outside the Medfield High gym to unveil a plaque, which had been moved from Blake Middle School, honoring John Miner for helping to create the Boosters Club and becoming its first president. Miner’s son Gary was on...
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Wellesley Police Chief Named IACP President

Wellesley Police Chief Named IACP President
BY ROBERT ROSEN (@roberterosen) Wed, Nov 04, 2015 Wellesley Police Chief Terrence Cunningham was sworn in as the new President of the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) by FBI Director James Comey on Tuesday, October 27 during the annual IACP Convention held in Chicago. Cunningham has 30 years of experience in law enforcement, including 13 as...
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