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Dr. Strobel discusses Native Americans at SPL

By Madison Butkus

Hometown Weekly Reporter

Dr. Christoph Strobel, professor of history at the University of Massachusetts/Lowell, virtually presented his most recent book, “Native Americans of New England,” through the Sherborn Public Library (SPL). This event was sponsored by the Sherborn History Center and Museum and in...

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SPL offers valuable network for job seekers

By Madison Butkus

Hometown Weekly Reporter

Are you over the age of fifty and looking for a job? Maybe you are on the hunt for a new career path? Well through the Sherborn Public Library, the 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group is here to help!

Girl Scouts create little readers

By Julia Beauregard

Hometown Weekly Editor

As summer officially draws to a close, so does the Lil Readers program, hosted by the Girl Scouts at the Sherborn Public Library. The Lil Readers program commenced on June 22, 2023, and continued every Thursday throughout the summer vacation until...

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Sherborn dances the evening away

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Reporter

Music always brings a crowd together, everyone comes from different backgrounds with many unique stories to share, the chances of their world’s colliding are slim but in the heat of summer the instrumental sounds fill the air and lure in crowds...

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Dover-Sherborn artists spring into art

By Julia Beauregard
Hometown Weekly Editor

On Saturday, May 20th, Dover-Sherborn locals gathered together in the new community room at Sherborn Public Library to view local pieces of artwork.

Guests enjoyed moving throughout the room to view the various pieces and discuss the artwork with the artists who...

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Birds of prey visit Sherborn Library

By Amelia Tarallo
Hometown Weekly Staff

For those of us stuck on the ground, raptors are a mysterious lot. While we can glance outside our windows and spot a chickadee, robin, or blue jay with relative ease, Massachusetts' birds of prey are more often than not outside of comfortable viewing range....

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Sherborn Library hosts spooktacular trivia night

By Amelia Tarallo
Hometown Weekly Staff

Rising numbers of COVID-19 cases and a Halloween season in full swing provided a fitting backdrop for a seasonal virtual trivia night in Sherborn. On Saturday, October 24, members of the Sherborn community attended a special trivia fundraiser to raise money for the new...

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Sherborn Library launches summer reading

Starting July 1, readers can participate in the Sherborn Public Library's 2020 summer reading program. Participants are encouraged to sign up and use the Beanstack app. Using Beanstack, a reading log app, kids, teens, and adults can record their reading. Those who prefer using a paper log can contact the library at (508-653-0770)....

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Pumpkin-spiced library presents autumnal storytime

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By Laura Drinan Hometown Weekly Reporter On September 29, children were invited to the Sherborn Public Library at the Community Center for “Stay and Play Storytime,” which included stories and activities for babies and preschoolers. During the event, families enjoyed fall-themed books and crafts to get excited for autumn. Filling in for Cheryl Ouellette, the...
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Davis Bates live at Sherborn Community Center

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By James Ensor Hometown Weekly Reporter Tuesday, August 16 featured a special show at the Sherborn Community Center with singer and storyteller Davis Bates performing live. His long beard giving the impression of a wizened teller of tales, Bates captivated the audience with interactive stories and songs that both kids and parents thoroughly enjoyed. “Davis...
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