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Needham resident fights for a cure

By Madison Butkus

Hometown Weekly Reporter

This month, thirty women will be fighting for a cure, literally, in the annual Haymakers for Hope Belles of the Brawl charity boxing event. Among these thirty brave fighters is Needham resident Holly Khachadoorian-Elia.

On Thursday, October 10th...

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HTW’s October bucketlist 

By Julia Beauregard

Hometown Weekly Editor 

As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, the month of October is finally upon us with its enchanting blend of autumnal beauty and Halloween magic. For families, this month offers a unique opportunity to come together, celebrate the...

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Carpenter talks cars at the CATH

By Riley Fontana

Hometown Weekly Reporter

Stu Carpenter is a favorite guest at the Center at the Heights (CATH) in Needham. He has been invited several times to discuss his life in the car business and share stories of classic automobiles. 

His most recent...

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LFN author series returns for the fall

By Madison Butkus

Hometown Weekly Reporter

With the fall season upon us, the Needham Free Public Library (NFPL), in sponsorship with the Library Foundation of Needham (LFN), hosted their first event that is part of the LFN Fall Author Series. For this discussion, Babson Professor Jennifer Tosti-Kharas...

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“Fun Night” with the Great Plain Squares

by Audrey Anderson

Hometown Weekly Reporter

The Great Plain Squares have been dancing regularly in Needham since 1973. Dancers love participating in the club to learn square dancing calls, get some exercise, and enjoy spending social time with a group of welcoming, friendly people.

Jason Voorhees visits Rocky Woods

By Riley Fontana

Hometown Weekly Reporter

While Friday the Thirteenth isn’t a national holiday, it’s celebrated by everyone in the horror community. The Coolidge Corner Theater in Brookline takes the pseudo-holiday pretty seriously and teamed up with the Rocky Woods Reservation for the 10th year to bring...

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Walpole girls’ soccer locks Needham in a tie

By Ken Chaisson

Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter 

The Walpole Timberwolves girls' soccer team played the Needham Rockets on Thursday, Sept. 12, 2024, at the S.M. Lorusso Field Complex, resulting in a scoreless tie.

Before the game, Needham arrived late due to transportation issues, giving...

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Imaginary Worlds” at Gorse Mill

By 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 exhibition, his...

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ICON celebrates India Day

By 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 Independence Act...

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Senior explore comedy crooners at the CATH

By 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...

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Home canning workshop at the NFPL

By 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, was in...

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Sharon Kitchens discusses King’s Maine

By 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.” 

NFPL celebrates summer reading success

By 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:...

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NFPL hosts romance novelists

By 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 book, “A...

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Animal adventures at the NFPL

By 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 exotic animals...

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Joys of Nature visit NFPL

By Riley Fontana

Hometown Weekly Reporter

The Needham Free Public Library (NFPL) recently hosted Joys of Nature, an educational program designed to teach children about endangered species. Joy, the program's leader, brings engaging educational content and incredible animals for children and adults to interact with—creatures they might...

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Local libraries participate in Minuteman Library Crawl

By Riley Fontana

Hometown Weekly Reporter

The Minuteman Library crawl is a yearly treasure hunt in the Minuteman system. Libraries sign up to have patrons come through their libraries and find hidden features within and offer small prizes to those traveling through the system. 

Tea time at the CATH

By Madison Butkus

Hometown Weekly Reporter

Tea lovers were in for a treat this past Wednesday, July 31st as the Needham Council on Aging (COA) welcomed historian Anthony Sammarco to The Center at the Heights (CATH). Seniors eagerly filed in to hear Sammarco present on, “Tea: A...

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Sheryl Faye honors Anne Frank

By Madison Butkus

Hometown Weekly Reporter

Needham Council on Aging (COA) members welcomed Anne Frank and Miep Gies to The Center at the Heights (CATH). They were each portrayed by Sheryl Faye, from Sheryl Faye Presents: Historical Women, Making The Past Present. This specific adaptation was titled...

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