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Category Archives: Westwood

Yoga Nidra brings reflections to WPL

By Julia Beauregard

Hometown Weekly Editor

Recently, the Friends of the Westwood Public Library (WPL) hosted yoga instructor Susie Masters. Masters is a E- R.Y.T (500) ,YACEP certified yoga instructor who came to the WPL to guide locals through a Yoga Nidra practice, welcoming guests to come...

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WCT explores MJS on monthly hike

By Madison Butkus

Hometown Weekly Reporter

Happening throughout the year, Westwood Community Trails (WCT) is hosting free group hikes on the first Saturday of every month. All are welcome to join and enjoy the experience of hiking with fellow enthusiasts. This past Saturday, February 3rd, Westwood residents...

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Amigurumi Crochet Workshop

By Audrey Anderson

Hometown Weekly Reporter

At the Westwood Public Library on January 22, Becca Heyman led a workshop on crocheting a small amigurumi kitty key chain. The term “amigurumi” is a combination of two Japanese words, “ami” which means “crocheted or knitted and “nugurime” which means...

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Seniors learn social media

By Madison Butkus

Hometown Weekly Reporter

Seniors at the Westwood Council on Aging (COA) are in luck this year as they are hosting Social Media 101 classes throughout January and February. The first class was held on Monday, January 22nd and focused on explaining what exactly social...

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A paw-fect afternoon at WPL

By Madison Butkus

Hometown Weekly Reporter

Westwood residents were in for a furry treat this past Thursday, January 18th, as the Islington Branch of the Westwood Public Library (WPL) hosted a therapy dog for all to come and play with. This therapy dog welcomed everyone to the...

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Westwood to expand solar generated electricity

Two major new solar projects have been approved for the Town of Westwood and are entering the final design and construction phase. These projects will provide the town and the Westwood Public Schools with reliable, lower-cost energy supply and help insulate against price fluctuations in the future. Westwood currently has a long-term electric...

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Seniors enjoy annual Winter Luncheon

By Riley Fontana

Hometown Weekly Reporter

The Westwood Council on Aging held its inaugural Winter Luncheon on January 11, marking the beginning of what is anticipated to be an annual tradition due to its positive reception. The focus of these luncheon events is to provide a communal...

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Milane discusses “Sixty Blades of Grass”

By Riley Fontana 

Hometown Weekly Reporter

The Westwood Public Library hosted author Elizabeth Millane on January 13 to discuss her book, "Sixty Blades of Grass." Millane, a first-time author, recounts her family's experiences during World War II in this historical fiction novel set in the Dutch Underground...

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Birds of Prey visit WPL

By Riley Fontana

Hometown Weekly Reporter

The Westwood Public Library (WPL) had a presentation on Birds of Prey from Wingmasters late last month. Wingmasters is a partnership dedicated to spreading knowledge about North American birds of prey. Wingmasters is made up of Julie Anne Collier and Jim...

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Westwood Robotics Team inspires STEAM enthusiasm 

By Madison Butkus

Hometown Weekly Reporter

The Westwood High School Robotics Team (FRC Team 1757) traveled to the Westwood Public Library (WPL) this past Friday, January 5th to teach a class to local 3rd-5th graders. This class was geared towards all things science, technology, engineering, art, and...

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Hale celebrates the winter solstice

By Julia Beauregard

Hometown Weekly Editor

On the evening of Thursday, December 21st families gathered at Hale Education to celebrate the winter solstice. The winter solstice is an astronomical event that occurs each year when the Northern Hemisphere is tilted farthest away from the sun, resulting in...

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COA hosts annual holiday luncheon

By Madison Butkus

Hometown Weekly Reporter

On Wednesday, December 20th, the Westwood Council on Aging (COA) hosted their annual holiday luncheon at the Norfolk Country Club. This event was hosted by the Friends of the Westwood COA and packed a full house of Westwood seniors! 

A festive feast at Powisset Farm

By Madison Butkus

Hometown Weekly Reporter

The Westwood and Dover Council’s on Aging (COA) joined together once again this past Thursday, December 14th at Powisset Farm to learn how to host the perfect holiday gathering. Chef Thi put together this special class that featured both hand-on experiences...

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WYWC spreads holiday magic

By Madison Butkus

Hometown Weekly Reporter

On Sunday, December 10th, the Westwood Young Women’s Club (WYWC) hosted a festive event at the gazebo just outside the Westwood Council on Aging. Despite the threat of rain, the weather held off, providing a perfect opportunity for families and their...

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Festive seasoning fun at the COA

By Madison Butkus

Hometown Weekly Reporter

The smell of winter and the holiday season filled the air in the Westwood Council on Aging (COA) this past Monday, December 4th, as they held a Make Your Own Festive Seasoning event. This workshop was hosted by Therapy Gardens who...

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All Strings Considered entertain the COA

By Madison Butkus

Hometown Weekly Reporter

Hoping to bring some festive holiday spirit to local seniors, the Westwood Council on Aging (COA) hosted their annual Holiday Concert and Luncheon this past Thursday, November 7th. Members from the Westwood High School String Quartet, All Strings Considered, provided some...

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Intergenerational gift wrapping at the COA

By Madison Butkus

Hometown Weekly Reporter

Seniors were in luck this holiday season as members from the Westwood Girl Scouts dropped by the Westwood Council on Aging (COA) to help wrap presents for any who needed it. Members of the Westwood COA were welcome to bring any...

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Westwood holds first Holiday Walkabout

By Madison Butkus

Hometown Weekly Reporter

For the first time in history, Westwood Artists, First Parish of Westwood, and the First Baptist Church of Westwood collaborated to organize their annual December fairs on the same day. All three locations featured local artists, artisans, crafters, food, and a...

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Families enjoy scavenger hunt at Hale

By Madison Butkus

Hometown Weekly Reporter

Returning for its eighth year, Hale Education in Westwood hosted a Fall Family Scavenger Hunt this past Friday, November 24th. The chilly and windy weather did not stop families and friends from gathering together on the trails to find some treasure! 

WPL hosts poetry workshop 

By Madison Butkus

Hometown Weekly Reporter

Newbie or Wannabe poets in the Westwood area were in luck this past month as the Islington Branch of the Westwood Public Library (WPL) hosted a workshop for all to come and enjoy. This workshop was broken up into two different...

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