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Imaginary Worlds” at Gorse Mill
September 13, 2024By Audrey Anderson Hometown Weekly Reporter The opening reception of Michael Bogdanow’s “Imaginary Worlds” art exhibition was held on Sunday, September 9, at the Gorse Mill Studios in Needham. The affable Bogdanow discussed the themes of his internationally recognized work and its progression. In the... more...
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ICON celebrates India Day
September 13, 2024By Madison Butkus Hometown Weekly Reporter The Indian Community of Needham (ICON) came together to celebrate India’s 78th Independence Day. Also known as India Day, this day marks the end of the British rule that happened in 1947 which was brought about by the Indian... more...
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Senior explore comedy crooners at the CATH
September 5, 2024By Riley Fontana Hometown Weekly Reporter Frank King is a beloved presenter at the Center at the Heights (CATH) in Needham. He educates audiences about music, mainly crooners. He was welcomed back recently for the second rendition of his comedy crooners series. Comedy Crooners focuses... more...
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Home canning workshop at the NFPL
September 5, 2024By Madison Butkus Hometown Weekly Reporter Sponsored by the Cary Library Foundation and in partnership with the Lexington Community Farm (LexFarm), the Needham Free Public Library (NFPL) shared an online home canning event. This event, which was led by Chef Afton Cyrus of Jam Sessions,... more...
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Sharon Kitchens discusses King’s Maine
August 29, 2024By Madison Butkus Hometown Weekly Reporter Sponsored by the Friends of the Tewksbury Library, the Needham Free Public Library (NFPL) shared an online event with Maine Author Sharon Kitchens. During this time, Kitchens discussed her new book “Stephen King’s Maine: A History & Guide.” As... more...
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NFPL celebrates summer reading success
August 29, 2024By Madison Butkus Hometown Weekly Reporter Throughout the summer, the Needham Free Public Library (NFPL) conducted a Summer Reading Program for all ages. Pre-registration began on May 20, logging started on June 25, and logging ended on August 18. The program featured three categories: Kids... more...
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NFPL hosts romance novelists
August 23, 2024By Madison Butkus Hometown Weekly Reporter Sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Public Library, the Needham Free Public Library (NFPL) shared an online event including Romance authors Christina Dodd in conversation with Susan Elizabeth Phillips. For this event, these authors discussed Dodd’s latest released... more...
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Animal adventures at the NFPL
August 23, 2024By Riley Fontana Hometown Weekly Reporter To celebrate the conclusion of its summer reading program, the Needham Free Public Library (NFPL) hosted a live animal showcase for all ages, featuring Animal World Experience. Matt Gabriel, the program’s engaging and knowledgeable presenter, brought a variety of... more...