By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
It was all things teapots this past Saturday, October 14th, at the Westwood Public Library (WPL) as pottery expert, Rick Hamelin, showcased his talent for all in attendance. Adults gathered within the Community Room to learn how to make different teapots...
By Avonlea Cummings
Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter
As darkness shrouded the sky, the Walpole turf stage was bathed in light, setting the stage for an exciting evening match. The hosting Walpole field hockey team faced off against the Westwood Wolverines, creating the perfect backdrop to witness both...
By Avonlea Cummings
Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter
On a brisk evening, as the sun dipped below the horizon at Westwood High turf, the Dover-Sherborn boys' soccer team made their way to face the formidable Wolverines.
As the temperature dropped, the bundled-up crowd rallied behind...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
A breathtaking array of dahlias were set up within the Community Meeting Room at the Westwood Public Library (WPL) this past Saturday, September 30th. Run by the New England Dahlia Society (NEDS), members welcomed all those who wanted to learn more...
By Avonlea Cummings
Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter
The Xaverian soccer team's home turf was enveloped in a frigid embrace as dedicated fans clad in layers of warm attire vociferously cheered, their exhalations forming visible condensation. This contest marked the season's inaugural epic showdown, a yearly spectacle when...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
No matter if you had a “green thumb” or not, all were welcome to the Islington Branch of the Westwood Public Library to partake in an Herb Container Gardening program. This unique program allowed those who registered to pick and choose...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Fall weather is officially here which means that it is time for soup season! In honor of this, the Westwood Council on Aging (COA) welcomed Therapy Gardens’ owner, David, to talk about all things soup.
David is...
By Ethan Lu
Hometown Weekly Correspondent
The rising seniors of Westwood High School found themselves bracketed by two major milestones. The first of August kicked off college admissions for Fall 2024 with the rollover of Common App, the digital one-stop shop for college applications. The thirtieth signaled...
By Max Clifford
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Westwood High School football team celebrated Westwood Day 2023 in style on Friday night, picking up a dominant 35-14 victory over visiting Quincy before welcoming fans onto the field for postgame fireworks.
After suffering from a slow...
by Audrey Anderson
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Even though rain was forecast for most of the day, a steady stream of people attended a festive Westwood Day on Saturday September, 23rd. Visitors enjoyed most of the day in a light drizzle, before heavy rain began to fall toward...
By Julia Beauregard
Hometown Weekly Editor
The back-to-school season brings a host of emotions, adjustments, and preparations for both parents and their children. This annual transition requires a comprehensive approach, addressing not only academic aspects but also prioritizing the mental and emotional well-being of the students. Questions...
By Max Clifford
Hometown Weekly Reporter
A second-half stalemate in Bellingham on Thursday night initially hinted at an impending overtime battle. However, a fortuitous missed extra point on the potential game-tying touchdown resulted in the Westwood High School football team securing a razor-thin 17-16 victory.
By Avonlea Cummings
Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter
The sun cast its warm glow upon Westwood athletes on Thursday, September 14th, illuminating the trails for the cross-country boys' varsity team as they went head-to-head against their hosts, Medfield High. After several weeks of preseason preparation, the boys were...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Not only were kiddos able to go back to school but they were also able to go back to Hogwarts! On Thursday, September 14th, the Westwood Public Library (WPL) hosted a “Back to Hogwarts: A Harry Potter Celebration” night for all...
By Julia Beauregard
Hometown Weekly Editor
During the final days of summer vacation, Through Me to You Puppetry entertained children of all ages at the Westwood Public Library (WPL). The program encompassed puppet storytime, songs, and puppet freeplay for all attending children.
Leigh Baltzer, the puppeteer behind this...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
As a special treat this week, Hometown Weekly Reporter Madison Butkus had the pleasure of sitting down with Westwood Public Library’s Children’s Librarian, Caitlyn Moore. Caitlyn details her time at the library, her favorite events to host, and some good book...
By Avonlea Cummings
Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter
Crowds filled the Medfield gymnasium on Wednesday, September 6th, as the Westwood girls volleyball team prepared to compete against the Medfield Warriors in their season-opening match. Despite the hot and humid conditions, the Westwood girls showcased their talent, engaging in...
By Riley Fontana
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Westwood Public Library (WPL) hosted a notebook-making event on August 29th in their community room, led by librarian Sean O'Donnell. It proved to be a delightful hands-on craft experience, resulting in unique creations for each attendee.
The...
Avonlea Cummings
Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter
The Westwood turf field was shrouded in darkness due to ominous clouds that loomed overhead. While it had been a cloudy day, the rain had decided to subside for the day's scrimmage. The Wolverine girls' soccer team embarked on their first...
By Ethan Lu
Hometown Weekly Correspondent
Few Zoom meetings inspire the lower half of the jaw to escape the embrace of its upper sibling and swan-dive for the floor. The joint meeting of the Permanent Building and School Building Committees on August 16th at 6:00 PM was...
