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Author David Stephenson addresses Medfield

By Amelia Tarallo Hometown Weekly Staff David Stephenson, a former resident of Medfield, returned to town to give a talk about his book, “The Future is Smart,” and his thoughts on the constant changes occurring due to our love, and sometimes dependence, on the Internet of Things. The Internet of Things refers to the extension of internet...
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Dog show leaves audience in awe

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By Amelia Tarallo Hometown Weekly Staff A crowd gathered outside the Medfield Library to watch the Flying High Dogs group preform amidst a warm, sunny day on May 18. Parents brought picnic lunches and lawn chairs. Others sat on the perfectly placed lawn chairs and rocks. All were excited to see what tricks these...
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Ark of animals comes to library

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By Amelia Tarallo Hometown Weekly Staff Children and their parents recently gathered in the meeting room at the Medfield Library to learn all about some new animal friends. For an hour on April 18, the Medfield Library boasted its own ark of animals. Nick the animal handler brought a variety of critters with him,...
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Library holds Music Makers event

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By James Kinneen Hometown Weekly Reporter [caption id="attachment_32697" align="alignright" width="300"]Two girls get a cat and a chicken for their ‘Old MacDonald’ farm animals. Two girls get a cat and a chicken for their ‘Old MacDonald’ farm animals.[/caption] On Monday, April 8, the Medfield Library held their “Music...
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Shadow puppets pop up at library

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By Amelia Tarallo Hometown Weekly Staff One of the most pleasant forms of entertainment for children is the puppet show, though it often takes an extraordinary amount of skill and effort to perform a great one. On Thursday, March 28, the Medfield Library hosted what can only described as the most lively shadow puppet show...
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Medfield looks to ban plastic bags

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By James Kinneen Hometown Weekly Reporter Statewide, 93 towns and cities have banned single-use plastic bags. On Sunday afternoon at the Medfield Library, the Medfield Plastic Bag Reduction Initiative discussed the various ways they hope to make Medfield the 94th. The Initiative is technically not a non-profit because they seek to sway legislation, which a...
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Medfield women build crafts and confidence

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By James Kinneen Hometown Weekly Reporter [caption id="attachment_32067" align="alignright" width="300"]Despite her rough morning, Ozanne was incredibly helpful. Despite her rough morning, Ozanne was incredibly helpful.[/caption] Bri Ozanne was having a rough morning. Thursday afternoon at the Medfield Library, Ozanne was teaching the group of women that had come...
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Holiday Art and Craft Stroll upcoming

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The Cultural Alliance of Medfield (CAM) has announced its fourth annual Holiday Stroll on December 7 from 4:00 – 9:00 p.m. This is a festive family event that takes place at 17 venues along Main Street and North Streets, North Meadows Road (Route 27), and at the Dwight Derby House on Frairy...
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Medfield’s Nightmare on Main Street

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By Daniel Curtin Hometown Weekly Correspondent The wind howled, tugging at the few remaining leaves hanging on the trees. The cloudy sky blocked the moonlight as rain poured down. The foggy streets of Medfield provided the kind of atmosphere in which ghosts and goblins would feel at home. On this dark and foreboding Saturday night, the...
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Medfield Library hosts video game tournament

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By Robby McKittrick Hometown Weekly Reporter On Saturday, October 20, Medfield High Schoolers showed up to the Medfield Library to compete in a Super Smash Brothers tournament. “It’s been a lot of fun,” said 15-year-old player Peter Travis. Travis is a sophomore at Medfield High School and has participated in the tournament since he was...
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MSH Strategic Reuse Master Plan released

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The Medfield State Hospital Master Planning Committee has announced the release of the Medfield State Hospital Strategic Reuse Master Plan for the State Hospital site after four years of intensive effort. Residential, cultural, commercial, retail, and recreational uses are incorporated into the plan. Key features include: • Diverse housing types addressing needs for seniors,...
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Libraries participate in Minuteman Library Crawl

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By Daniel Curtin Hometown Weekly Reporter On Wednesday, August 1, libraries belonging to the Minuteman Library Network hosted a scavenger hunt. The event, now in its second year, introduced attendees to the friendly staff and myriad resources available to them at their local libraries. During the event, each participating library invited attendees to take a picture...
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Colette O’Connor takes Medfield Library stage

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By Daniel Curtin Hometown Weekly Reporter Members of the community of all different ages came out to the Medfield Library to listen to Colette O’Connor perform original songs on her acoustic guitar last Tuesday. O’Connor’s performance channeled her past experiences as a mother and from her own childhood. She described her musical style as “where Libba...
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Live animal show draws big crowd

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By Daniel Curtin Hometown Weekly Reporter [caption id="attachment_27355" align="alignright" width="225"]A little girl shares a moment with a chinchilla. Photos by Daniel Curtin A little girl shares a moment with a chinchilla. Photos by Daniel Curtin[/caption] A rabbit, tarantula, and baby American alligator were just a few of the...
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Library offers ‘pawsitive’ reading experiences

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By Laura Drinan Hometown Weekly Reporter The Medfield Public Library’s Children’s Department hosted a very special guest on January 13. He waltzed up the stairs to the Children’s Library, his golden brown locks bouncing with every step. He was a superstar at the library, with every visitor’s head turning to look at him and many...
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Susan’s Surprise inspires Halloween decorating

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By Laura Drinan Hometown Weekly Reporter Kindergarten and first graders excitedly await the third Thursday of every month for Susan’s Surprise. With Children’s Librarian, Susan Allison, kids enjoy a crafty activity and a chance to meet other children their age. In September, the students at Susan’s Surprise K – First Grade Fun made crafts using their...
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Kurt Jackson: Medfield’s resident storyteller

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Christina Perrone Hometown Weekly Intern It was Tuesday, June 25 at 7 p.m. Kids filtered through a large room at the back of the Medfield Library, some wearing pajamas, all eager to listen to Kurt Jackson’s stories before going to bed. Jackson is a resident storyteller at Medfield Library and has been its designated storyteller for...
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Rainforest reptiles last seen at Medfield Library

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Christina Perrone Hometown Weekly Intern “I have a question for you. Are alligators and crocodiles dinosaurs?” Kristen Bryan asked her young audience July 31, on a Monday afternoon at the Medfield Library. She put it up to a vote via hand raising. “Alligators and crocodiles are one of the oldest animals on the earth, but they...
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Sign language a hit at Medfield Library

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By Katrina Margolis Hometown Weekly Reporter Charlotte Cassidy loves teaching children sign language, and so when she had the chance to share her knowledge of the language at the Medfield Public Library, she immediately acceded. On July 11, 13, 18 and 20, children ages six to ten gathered in the Children’s Room of the library...
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Soap felting amuses at Medfield Library

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By Peter Kougias Hometown Weekly Intern On Thursday, July 13, librarian Kristen Chin lead a group through soap felting. Soap felting is an entertaining and cheap project for a rainy day or perhaps a new hobby. A novice to the craft, Chin confidently demonstrated the steps to the group. Felt is sheep’s wool that is unwoven....
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