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:...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Legion Baseball’s historic season
By Riley Fontana
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Legion Baseball is celebrating an undefeated season as summer winds down. The high school team went 16-0 during the regular season, featuring several thrilling comebacks. Although their journey ended at the state tournament, their performance is still commendable.
Inside Jobb’s “A Gentleman and a Thief”
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Library, the Needham Free Public Library (NFPL) shared an online event featuring True Crime Writer Dean Jobb in conversation with Joe Pompeo. Jobb discussed his most recently released book “A Gentleman and a Thief:...
Needham Carnival delights the community
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The highly anticipated Needham Carnival returned to Needham High School this past weekend for the seventh time. Sponsored by the Rotary Club, Needhamites filed in all throughout the weekend to enjoy these rides and attractions with family and friends.
Parr discusses World War II
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Sponsored by the Friends of the Tewksbury Public Library, the Needham Free Public Library (NFPL) shared an online event in which author James L. Parr discussed his newest book “World War II Massachusetts.” 100+ live attendees gathered together online, eager to...
Discovering Fuhro’s clay creations at NFPL
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Needham Free Public Library (NFPL) hosted an artist meet and greet with local artist Sarah Fuhro. Located in the Friends of the Needham Library Art Gallery on the second floor of the NFPL, Fuhro displayed an array of her incredible...
Needhamites visit the BSM
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 titled “A Virtual Tour of the Bata Shoe Museum (BSM).” The BSM is located in Toronto, Canada and is the only museum...
A magical afternoon at NFPL
By Riley Fontana
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Needham Free Public Library (NFPL) kicked off its summer reading program with a bang by inviting magician Matt Matthews to perform. Matthews, a professional magician from Connecticut, has been performing magic his whole life.
Countless children and...
Needham author discusses his latest release
By Julia Beauregard
Hometown Weekly Editor
Hometown Weekly Editor, Julia Beauregard, had the chance to interview Needham-based author Edward Eaton regarding his latest book, “An Empty God,” which was released earlier this year. The story is about a god and his ongoing conflict with man.
Composting with Needham DPW
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Needham Department of Public Works (DPW) stopped by the Needham Free Public Library (NFPL) to put on a demonstration about how composting works. Little ones and their guardians packed into the “snack” room of the NFPL to not only hear...
Needham marches fourth together
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
This past Wednesday, July 3rd the Exchange Club of Needham (ECON) put on a pre-fourth of July celebration at Memorial Park. This spectacular event consisted of children activities, a pie eating contest, a concert, fireworks, and more.
According...
True crime authors discuss Houston’s deadliest murderer
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 with true crime authors Dr. Katherine Ramsland & Tracy Ullman. Throughout this event, Ramsland and Ullman discussed their book "The Serial Killer's...
King’s Own venture to Needham
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Needham Council for Arts & Culture and the Massachusetts Cultural Council invited His Majesty's 4th "King's Own" Regiment of Foot to Needham on Saturday, June 22nd. The King’s Own recreates a Light Infantry Company of British Regulars as they appeared...
