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Friday

The First Parish Unitarian Universalist of Northborough, Church St., invites the community to its Applefest Coffeehouse from 8-10 p.m. Musical guests: "R&T" and Justine Sullivan. Free admission.

The Hastings Parent Group will meet at 7:15 p.m. at the Hastings School library, Westborough. Also Oct. 9, Nov. 13, Dec. 11, Jan. 8, Feb. 12, March 11, April 8, May 13 and June TBA. Babysitting is available.

La Leche League of Northboro meets 9:30-11 a.m. at the Unitarian Church, 64 West Main St., Westborough. Topic: "The Benefits of Human Milk."  LLL of Northboro offers advice and support to pregnant and nursing mothers in the area. Children welcome at the meeting. For info, contact Cathleen at (508) 435-4421.

Temple Emanuel of Marlborough, 150 Berlin Rd., holds its Rosh Hashanah service at 9:30 a.m. Yom Kippur services will be Sept. 21, 6:15 p.m., and Sept. 22, 9:30 a.m. For ticket info, call Penny Letichevsky at (508) 839-1785.

The Northborough Senior Center, 1 Centre Dr., will participate in Applefest activities with an Apple-Ingredient Baking Contest. All are welcome to participate and entries should be brought to center by 11 a.m. Also, a special Applefest lunch will be held at 12 p.m. To sign-up for lunch, call (508) 393-5035 by Sept. 12.

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Saturday

A yard sale will be held by the Marlborough Lions Club 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at Navin Skating Rink, 451 Bolton Rd., Marlborough. Proceeds to benefit Mass. Eye Research, other charities. For info, call Larry at (978) 562-0920.

Jazzercise Fitness Center at Westmeadow Plaza in Westborough will hold an Open House through Sept. 17, with free classes. Visit www.jazzercise.com or call (508) 366-1991 for info.

Stop by Choson Taekwondo's booth at the Applefest Street Fair on Blake St., Northborough, for the Break-A-Thon fund-raiser for DARE. Instructors will also teach the public how to break boards for $5 donations. For info or to make a donations, call (508) 393-6900.

Enjoy live music, dancing, food, cash bar, raffles during the annual Benefit for the ADA Committee of Hudson from 7-11 p.m. at Riverside Rod & Gun Club, R-62, 16 Wilkins St., Hudson.. Admission: $10. For tickets or info, contact Nancy at (978) 562-2475 or NSS91250@aol.com.

A new writers' group is getting started at Shrewsbury Public Library, 609 Main St., and a brief get-acquainted and set-up meeting will be held at 1 p.m. Call George Brown at (508) 841-8531 for info.

A September Bird Walk at Tower Hill Botanic Garden, 11 French Dr., Boylston, will be held 7-10 a.m. with instructors Jim and Kathleen Hogan. Cost: $10 members, $15 non-members.â028Call (508) 869-6111 ext. 124 to registerâ028or for info.â028

Join OAR for the 21^st annual Assabet River Clean Up 9 a.m.-noon, followed by pizza lunch. To volunteer and for location and safety info, call (978) 369-3956 or e-mail OAR@assabetriver.org.

The 2^nd annual "Recovery Rocks the ARC" barbecue will be held at the Hudson Elks Lodge, 91 Park St. Tickets: $10, kids 12 and under free. Includes live music, dancing, raffles. For more info or tickets, call the ARC at (408) 485-4357.

A Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off Day will be held by the Westborough Board of Health 7:30 a.m.-noon at the DPW facility, 133 Oak St. Proof of Westborough residency will be required. Call (508) 366-3045 for info.

The 12^th Tennis Court Dance Reunion featuring Sunny Down Snuff will be 7-11 p.m. at the Hudson Elks Pavilion, 91 Park St., Hudson. All are welcome. Admission: $10. For info or to reserve tickets, call John McClellan at (978) 562-2792.

The New England Wild Flower Society premieres the Gardeners Day Festival from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at Garden in the Woods, 180 Hemenway Rd., Framingham. For info, call (508) 877-7630 or visit www.newenglandwild.org.

A Northborough Library Book Sale presented by the Friends of the Northborough Library will run during the Applefest Street Fair on Blake Street, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

The GFWC Northboro Junior Woman's Club will hold an Apple Pie Café from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at Trinity Church, 23 Main St., Northborough, during the Applefest celebration.

A hands-on Invasive Plant Identification and Control program will be held 2-4:30 p.m. at Wolbach Farm, 18 Wolbach Rd., Sudbury. Also Sept. 16 at Walkup & Robinson Reservation, Westborough. Wear long sleeves, long pants and closed shoes. Free, but registration required. Call SVT at (978) 443-5588 to register or for info.

The yard waste drop-off at the Shrewsbury Municipal Garage, 211 South St., will be open for Shrewsbury residents from 8:30-11:30 a.m. Also Sept. 29. Curbside yard waste collections will begin the week of Oct. 15-19 and continue every other week through Nov. 30.

The 9^th annual North Quabbin Garlic and Arts Festival will be held at Forster's Farm. 60 Chestnut Hill Rd., Orange, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Also Sept. 16. Admission: $5, $8 weekend pass, kids 12 and under free. For directions or program of events, visit www.garlicandarts.org.

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Sunday

During the 10:30 a.m. service of First Federated Church of Hudson,200 Central St., the Christian Education program will kick off its fall program with a Rally Day. Theme: "the Value Seekers." In celebration of Rally Day there will be a cook-out for the congregation after the service. For info, call (978) 562-9207.

Northborough Boy Scout Troop 1's annual Pancake Breakfast takes place 7-11 a.m. at American Legion Post 234, 402 West Main St. Cost: $5pp, $20 max per family, kids under 5 free. Tickets will be available at Northborough's CVS, Rocky's and Lyman Street Stop & Shop a week prior to event.

DivorceCare, a divorce recovery program, begins at First United Methodist Church of Hudson, 34 Felton St., from 9:15--10:30 a.m. For info, call Rosanne Roberts at (978) 562-2932.

Celebrate Applefest with Noodle Noggin' 'N Bean, 38 Southwest Cutoff (Route 20), Northborough. Day includes Dora and her Moonwalk; Cinderella and Prince Charming LIVE from 10 a.m.-noon; the Music of Carrie Daigneault from noon-1 p.m.; and Magic Matt from 1-3 p.m. Tickets: $5 at the door. Call (508) 351-7060 or visit www.noodlenogginnbean.com for info.

Shrewsbury High School A Cappella Choir will hold its annual Car Wash-a-thon from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at Beal School, 1 Maple Ave., Shrewsbury. Rain date: Sept. 23. All proceeds will go towards A Cappella performances. For info, call (508) 841-8826.

A program on "Asters and Goldenrods" for adults runs from 1-4:30 p.m. at Broad Meadow Brook Wildlife Sanct., 414 Massasoit Rd., Worcester. Fee: $9 members, $12 non-members. To register, call (508) 753-6087.

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Monday

A free Walkable Communities Workshop will be presented 4:30-6:30 p.m. by Boston Region Metropolitan Planning Organization at Hudson Town Hall, 78 Main St. The workshop consists of a presentation, a community "walking audit" and a follow-up session for brainstorming. All invited. For info or pre-registration, contact Michelle Ciccolo at (978) 562-9963 or mciccolo@townofhudson.org

"Finding...And Keeping...the Right Nanny for your Children!," a free presentation for parents, will be presented by Jan Lewis 7-8:30 p.m. at Shrewsbury Public Library, 609 Main St. No registration required.

The Marlborough Council on Aging and Senior Center fall session starts. Programs and classes include creative writing, beginning and advanced art, cardio toning, yoga, line dancing, mah jongg, and much more. Registration may be required for some programs, classes. For info, stop by the senior center, 250 Main St., or call (508) 485-6492.

Prudential Prime Properties' 4th annual Charity Golf Tournament and Silent Auction will be held at Wedgewood Pines Country Club in Stow. Golfers and sponsors are being sought for the event. For info, call Cathi DeCiero at (781) 861-6363.

The Mill Pond Parent Group starts its LET'S DANCE Program for sixth-graders 6:30-7:30 p.m. in the Mill Pond School cafeteria. The fee is $65, with need-based scholarships available. Bring a check and register on the first session night. For info, call Kris Callender at (508) 898-9591 or Debbi Silverman at (508) 836-8983.

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Tuesday

Deadline to register for the Fall Golf League that is being formed by the Hudson Senior Center in partnership with Berlin Country Club. Men and women interested in joining should call the senior center at (978) 568-9638 by Sept. 18 for info, to register.

Chinese Garden Traditions, a slide lecture with Sharon C. Davis, starts at 1 p.m. at Tower Hill Botanic Garden, 11 French Dr., Boylston. Cost: $10 members, $12 non-members. Call (508) 869-6111 ext. 124 to register or for info.â028â028

Back by popular demand, Linda Jean will help the Friends of the Shrewsbury Senior Center, 98 Maple Ave., kick off the new year at 1 p.m. Her musical presentations will have everyone tapping their toes and singing along. Refreshments will be served. Bring a friend and enjoy a very entertaining afternoon at the Senior Center.

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Wednesday

The Friends of the Southborough Library will hold its first meeting Sept. 19, at 10 a.m., at the library, corner of Main St. and Route 85. Plans for Heritage Day will be discussed. All those interested are invited to attend.

The Massachusetts Association for the Blind's low vision support group meets at 10 a.m. at the Community Center, 397 Bolton St., Marlborough. Call (508) 229-0585 for info.

An Introduction to Pruning withâ028arborist Joseph Biagioni starts at Tower Hill Botanic Garden, 11 French Dr., Boylston. A prerequisite for HORT 1700: Advancedâ028Pruning Techniques, the classes will run through Oct. 3, 6-9 p.m. Cost: $200 for credit, $125 for non-credit members,â028$150 for non-credit/non-members. Call (508) 869-6111 ext. 124 to register, for info.â028â028

The Assabet Valley Chamber of Commerce invites the business community to attend a Business After Five networking experience from 5-7 p.m., hosted by DF Murphy Insurance Agency in downtown Hudson. Businesses encouraged to bring brochures for the literature table. Cost: $7pp, $14 for nonmembers. Reservations are appreciated. To register, call (978) 568-0360 or e-mail info@assabetvalleychamber.org.

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Thursday

At 2 p.m., the Shrewsbury Council on Aging will hold a 45-minute Identity Theft Workshop at the Senior Center, 98 Maple Ave., focusing on how to protect your identity in today's technology-driven age. Free and open to the public. Please register in advance by calling (508) 841-8640.

As part of the 2007 NJWC Film Festival, GFWC Northboro Junior Woman's Club will present "Peace One Day" at 7 p.m. in the community room at Whitney Place, 238 West Main St., Northborough. Free and open to all. Refreshments served.

Travel Solutions and Sandals and Beaches cordially invite you to attend a Caribbean Night at 7 p.m. at Tatnuck Booksellers, 18 Lyman St., Westborough. Meet with representatives and specialists from Sandals and Beaches to help plan your dream honeymoon, anniversary, family reunion or vacation getaway of a lifetime. Special savings for those in attendance. For info, contact Travel Solutions at maria@trvlsolutions.com.

The Hudson Girl Scouts invite girls ages 5-17 to their annual Fall Registration Fair from 5-7 p.m., at the Hudson VFW, 3 Palmieri Dr. Volunteers over age 18 are also needed. For info or to register online, visit www.hudsongirlscouts.com. Please bring non-perishable food, toiletry item for the local food pantry.

ADHD Parents' Networking Group will meet Sept. 20,â0287-8:30 p.m., at Shrewsbury Public Library, 609 Main St. Connect with parents seeking help and information about ADHD. This is a free event.â028For info, contact Helen Porter, MSW, LICSW at (508) 842-1391 or hvporter@townisp.com.

Catholic Charities' Literacy Program will begin orientation and training for volunteer tutors 6-8 p.m. (also Sept. 24, 10 a.m.-noon) at 10 Hammond St., Worcester. Contact Maddy Hennessy at (508) 860-2261 or e-mail mhennessy@ccworc.org for info.

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Friday

Deadline to RSVP for the 2007 Encore Party Rentals Sweet Dreams Gala to benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of MetroWest. Gala to be held Oct. 11, 6-11 p.m., at Sheraton Framingham Hotel. Tickets: $100. Visit www.bgcmetrowest.org for info.

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Saturday

A CSF Scholarship Motorcycle Ride fund-raiser will start with registration from 9-11 a.m., at the Moose Family Lodge, Fitchburg St., Marlborough. Registration: $25 drivers, $10 guests. E-mail ride4csf@aol.com or call (508) 481-0056 for info, to register.

A Trail Blazing with Johnâ028Trexler will be held 9 a.m.-noon at Tower Hill Botanic Garden, 11 French Dr., Boylston. Free. Also, a Flower Bed Design Workshop with Michael J. Nelson will held 9 a.m.-noon (and Sept. 23, noon-4 p.m.). Cost: $35 members, $40 non-members. For info or to register for either program, call (508) 869-6111 x 124.â028

The Jo Len Festival will be held 8 a.m.-3 p.m. at Jo Len Village, Boston Post Rd. East, Marlborough. Rain date: Sept. 23. Includes yard sale, baked goods, crafts, silent auction, more. Free admission, all are welcome.

"Yak Fest," to benefit the ethnically Tibetan Manjushree Vidyapith Orphanage, starts at 6:30 p.m. at Berlin's 1870 Town Hall, Route 62, Berlin center. Free, with donations gladly accepted. For info, call Beezy Bentzen at (978) 838-2307.

Horizons for Homeless Children will be holding a volunteer training session in Worcester. Those who wish to be volunteers need to commit at least 2 hours a week for at least 6 months. Day and evening hours are available. For info or to register for a training, visit www.horizonsforhomelesschildren.org or call (508) 755-2615.

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Sunday

Newcomers' Club of Northborough is kicking off its new membership year with a Community Social from 3-5 p.m. at the Ellsworth-McAfee Park Pavilion in Northborough. Potential and returning members welcome.

Upcoming

St. Michael Parish Schools' annual Golf Tournament will start with 10 a.m. registration (11 a.m. start) Sept. 24 at Wedgewood Pines Country Club in Stow. Entrance fee: $150. Sponsorships available. For info, call (978) 562-7174 or visit www.stmikes.org.

Pro Musica Youth Chorus invites singers in grades 3-12 to audition and rehearsal nights Sept. 24 and Oct. 1, starting at 6:30 p.m., at Hudson High School, Room C110, 69 Brigham St. Call the Arts Alliance at (978) 562-1646 or visit www.upwitharts.org for info.

The Northborough Art Guild will hold its monthly meeting Sept. 25, at 7:30 p.m., at the Northborough Historical Society building, 50 Main St. Kathy Copper will present a demo of oil color painting.

Book groups looking for titles to discuss are invited to an informal get-together Sept. 25, at 7 p.m., at Westborough Public Library, 55 W. Main St. Bring along a list of favorite books and the library will compile the recommended titles and keep the list at the reference desk. Free and open to public. For info, call (508) 366-3050.

The Diabetic Support Group at Northborough Senior Center, 1 Centre Dr., will meet Sept. 25, at 1 p.m. Those with Type 1 or Type 2 are invited to join the lively group. Call (508) 393-5035 for info, reservations.

"Music of the Gaslight Era" will be presented by performer/educator John Root at the meeting of the Hudson Historical Society Sept. 25, at 7:30 p.m., at First Federated Church hall, 200 Central St., Hudson. The vocalist and multi-instrumentalist has appeared at many New England venues and is founder of the Pioneer Valley Jazz Society Big Band. Refreshments will be served. The public is invited.

Starting Sept. 25, Post Road Chorus will hold an open enrollment every Tuesday, 7:15-9:30 p.m., through Oct. 16 at Briarwood Community Center, 65 Briarwood Cir., Worcester. Visit www.postroadchorus.org or call Deb at (508) 865-5929 for info.

The Shrewsbury Historical Society will host narrated slide presentation on "Fatal Forecast," a true story of survival at Georges Bank, by Michael Tougias Sept. 26, at 7 p.m., at the 1830 Schoolhouse on Shrewsbury Common. Free, public welcome. For info, call Dorby Thomas at (508) 842-8665.

Preservation 101: An Historic Preservation Workshop will be presented by Preservation Massachusetts Sept. 26, 4-6 p.m., at Hudson Town Hall, 2^nd floor, 78 Main St. The workshop will introduce the critical preservation tools available to communities and their historical commissions. For info, contact Elsa Fitzgerald at elsafitzgerald@aol.com or (978) 979-9707.

"Raising Boys" will be the topic of the Sept. 26 meeting of the Assabet Valley Chapter of Mothers and More. Visitors and mothers of daughters are also welcome. Meeting to start at 7 p.m. at National Grid, 55 Bearfoot Rd., Northborough. For info, call (508) 936-6882 or visit www.mothersandmoreassabetvalley.org.

The Northborough Senior Center, 1 Centre Dr., will take I.D. pictures for those interested at 2:30 p.m., Sept. 27. Call the Senior Center at (508) 393-5035 for info, to sign up.

Sept. 27 is the deadline for area artists to register for the annual Fall Juried Art Exhibit sponsored by the Arts Alliance. The exhibit will be on view Oct. 11 to Nov. 2 at Citizens Bank in Hudson during business hours. There is an exhibit fee. For info, visit www.upwitharts.org or call (978) 562-1646.

Westborough boys in grades 1-5 (as of Sept. 2007) are invited to join Westborough Cub Scouting at a Sept. 28 sign-up night, 7-8 p.m., at Fales School cafeteria. Those unable to attend can call Pack 4 Cubmaster Mike Smith (508) 366-7090, Pack 33 Cubmaster Bill Buress (508) 898-0110 or Pack 100 Cubmaster David Riberti (508) 836-4881 or Sue Brush (508) 898-3914.

The Northborough Historical Society will hold its first monthly meetingâ028of the season on Sept. 28 at the Historical Society building, 50 Main St. Evening begins withâ028a Pot Luck Supper at 6:15. Members and the public are invited to bringâ028their favorite dish and gather for an old-fashioned supper. The meetingâ028will follow at 7:30 p.m. Program: "The Magic Touch: Parker & Claire Swan¹s Other Life." Free, all are welcome.

Tickets are now available for the 2nd annual "Dancing with Celebrities -- Marlborough Style" fund-raiser, to be held Sept. 28, at 7:30 p.m., at Best Western Marlborough. Tickets: $20 advance, $25 door. For info, visit www.dancingwithcelebs.com.

The Shrewsbury Council on Aging will hold a Senior Center Open House Sept. 28,â028from noon-3 p.m. All ages are welcome! Learn about programs, enjoy a specialâ028luncheon (pre-registration required, $2 suggested donation at door).â028Those 60 and older can have theirâ028cholesterol/blood sugar checked (pre-registration required). For info, call (508) 841-8640 or visit www.shrewsbury-ma.gov/councilaging/events.asp.

The Friends of the Southborough Library are accepting donations of books, movies and music for its October Book Sale. Please bring in all donations by Sept. 29. Call (508) 485-5031 for info.

The Westborough Players' Club will celebrate its 70 years in community theater Sept. 29 at Indian Meadows Country Club. Past members are invited. Party tickets: $20. For info or to reserve a ticket, visit www.westboroughplayers.com.

Wagner BMW of Shrewsbury, 752 Boston Tpke., hosts the Spirit of Shrewsbury Beer & Wine Tasting Sept. 29, 6:30-9 p.m. Admission: $15. For info, contact Danielle at (508) 797-6965 or dduran@bankatcommerce.com.

The Westborough Community Chorus will hold its annual Giant Yard, Bake and Book Sale Sept. 29, from 9 a.m.-2 p.m., at the Harvey School Building, Phillips St. Proceeds benefit the Chorus Scholarship Fund. Rain date: Oct. 6. For info, call Nancy at (508) 278-3326 or visit www.westborough.com/communitychorus.

The Shrewsbury High School Class of 1982 will host its 25th reunion Sept. 29 at Doubletree in Westborough and is still looking for classmates. Those not yet contacted should call Maureen (Mulcahy) Jarvis at (508) 753-5978.

Find incredible bargains at a yard sale hosted by the First United Methodist Church youth group Sept. 29, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Coffee shop and light lunch also available. First United Methodist Church is located at 52 Church St., Marlborough. Call (508) 485-1980 for info.

Join the 2^nd annual Central Massachusetts Independent Physician Association "Step Up for Weight Loss 3-Mile Walk & Health Fair" Sept. 29, starting with registration from 8-8:30 a.m., at St. Vincent Hospital, 123 Summer St., Worcester. Visit www.cmipa.com for info or to download a registration form.

Marlborough Fraternal Order of Eagles, with Child Protection Resources, will sponsor a free Child Safety Fingerprinting/Photo I.D. event Sept. 30 at Marlborough Heritage Day. Child Protection Services will be at Sorrentos Restaurant, 128 Main St., from 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Sept. 30 is the last day to register for a special jewelry-making workshop (to be held Oct. 16, 6-8:45 p.m.) at Shrewsbury Public Library, 609 Main St. Pre-registration and pre-paid $25 fee is required. Call (508) 841-0082 for info.

Oct. 12 is the deadline for crafters to register for the Autumn Harvest Craft Show (to be held Oct. 20, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.) at Burncoat Baptist Church, 475 Burncoat St., Worcester. Cost per table: $15. For info, call (508) 867-3012.

The Westborough High School class of 1982's 25-year reunion will be held Oct. 13, at Indian Meadows in Westborough. Contact Kristen Casso Richards at (508) 839-5565 or Kristen.richards@charter.net for info.

The Marlborough High School Girls Soccer Alumnae is planning a reunion event Oct. 27 at the high school. For info, e-mail MHS.WSC.Alumni@hotmail.com.

The Richer School PTO in Marlborough has planned its annual Holiday Shopping Boutique for Nov. 8 at the school, Foley Rd. Vendors with unique handmade items are being sought and should e-mail Michele at mdcaissie@comcast.net or call (508) 303-0778 for info.

The Assabet Valley High School classes of 1977 and 1978 will be holding a combined 30th reunion at the Best Western Hotel in Marlborough Nov. 23. A special room rate at the hotel and a full breakfast the next morning are available. A few after-reunion events are planned for the weekend. All those that graduated (or would have graduated) Assabet in the years 1977 and 1978 are welcome. For info on attending, contact Ed Horrigan at (978) 897-6707 or e-mail edhorrigan1@yahoo.com.

The Algonquin Regional High School class of 2002 will hold its 5-year reunion Nov. 23, at 7:30 p.m., at McFadden's in Boston. For info on registering, call Molly McDonald at (508) 868-6482, Colleen Ellsworth at (508) 572-4825 or Caitlin Mackie at (508) 341-1968.

Ongoing

Symphony Pro-Musica and music director Mark Churchill will hold player auditions in Hudson throughout the month of September. To schedule an appointment, contact Steve Low at (978) 562-0939. Players of all orchestra instruments are encouraged to audition.

"Paradigm: New Work by Bruce Collins" will be on view at Post Road Art Center, 1 Boston Post Rd., Marlborough, through Oct. 3 during regular gallery hours. Visit www.postroadartcenter.com or call (508) 485-2580 for info.

Support groups for caregivers, divorce and post-divorce are available at the Assabet Valley Pastoral Counseling Center. For info or to sign up, call Mary Taber at (508) 366-4000.

The Longfellow's Wayside Inn Gallery, Wayside Inn Rd., Sudbury, will host its newest fine art exhibition, "Interpretations" by photographer Roy Hughes, through Oct. 31. The show is available for viewing free of charge during regular hours, 9 a.m.-8 p.m., seven days a week. Call (978) 443-1776 or visit www.wayside.org for info.

Vendors are needed for Holiday Craft Fair (to be held Nov. 17) at the Marlborough Senior Center, Main St. Includes large bake sale, handmade crafts, jewelry sale, country store, more. For info or application, call Judy at (508) 485-0785.

"Inconsolable -- Reflections on Life, Love and Loss," mixed media collages by Joanne Russavage, will be on exhibit at the Westboro Gallery, 8 West Main St., through Nov. 11. For info, call (508) 870-0110.

Morning prayer at Rice Memorial Baptist Church, 85 Lincoln St., Northborough, is held 6:30-7:30 a.m. Spend a few moments of quiet time before beginning the day. Christian/non-denominational, all are welcome. Call the church office at (508) 393-3481 for info.

Whitney Place at Northborough, 238 W. Main St., offers free support groups for people with early-stage memory disorders and their care partners. Groups meet 2^nd and 4^th Thursdays of every month from 10:30 a.m.-noon. All meetings open to the public and other support groups are available. For info or to reserve a space, call Aimee at (508) 393-5655 ext. 256.

Horizons for Homeless Children is seeking volunteers to help out 22 family homeless shelters in Central Massachusetts. A commitment of 2 hours a week is required for at least 6 months. Day and evening hours are available. For info or to register for a training, visit www.horizonsforhomelesschildren.org or call (508) 755-2615.

VNA Care Hospice offers a free grief support group for adults coping with the death of a loved one. The group meets from 1-2:30 p.m. on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month at Whitney Place Assisted Living at Northborough, 238 West Main St. To register or for info, call Susan Tarantino at (800) 521-5539 ext. 5624, e-mail starantino@vnacarenetwork.org or visit www.vnacarenetwork.org.

Colonial Spirit Chorus is offering the chance for mothers and daughters to sing with them for the summer. The chorus holds open rehearsals Thursdays at 7:15 p.m. at the Church of the Good Shepherd, Newtown Rd. (off Route 27), Acton. Women of all ages are welcome. Visit www.colonialspirit.org or call Norma at (978) 692-2270 or Noreen at (978) 263-0562 for info.

Road to Recovery drivers are needed in the greater Westborough area to transport local cancer patients to treatments. For info on volunteering, call the American Cancer Society at (800) ACS-2345.

State Rep. Patricia Walrath meets with Hudson seniors from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. the first Friday of each month at the Hudson Senior Center, 29 Church St.

The American Lung Association is seeking the donation of unwanted cars to help support its lung health programs. Call (800) 577-LUNG or visit www.donateyourcar.com for info.

The Worcester Animal Rescue League, 139 Holden St., is now open for adoptions until 7 p.m. on Thursdays. Visit www.worcester-arl.org for info.

Overeaters Anonymous now meets at St. Luke the Evangelist Church's Parish Center, 1 Ruggles St., Westborough, at 7:30 p.m. every Tuesday evening.

The Boys & Girls Club Car Campaign is seeking the donation of unwanted cars to benefit local clubs. Call (800) 246-0493 for info. No restrictions.

S.T.A.R.S. (Students Teach and Reach Seniors) invites Westborough seniors to learn the computer from high school students every Monday 2:15-3:15 p.m. at the high school library. Free, all levels of experience welcome. For info or to register, call (508) 366-3000.The fibromyalgia/CFS support group

Crossroads FM meets the 1st Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at Tatnuck Booksellers & Cafe, 18 Lyman St., Westborough. For info, e-mail Merle Portnoy at meport@charter.net or call (508) 366-7998.

Marlborough Hospital, 157 Union St., is offering CPR classes to the community on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month. Heartsaver CPR classes cost $45 per participant ($55pp for Heartsaver and automatic electronic defibrillation classes). Call Michael Sawtelle at (508) 486-5465 for info or to register.

The Brain Injury Association's Westborough Survivor and Caregiver Support Group meets the 3rd Monday of each month, 6-7:30 p.m., at its office, 30 Lyman St., Suite 10.The

Northborough Senior Center, 1 Centre Dr., holds an Elder "Keep Well" Clinic the 3rd Tuesday of each month, from 12:30-2:30 p.m. Call (508) 393-5035 for info.

NAMI (National Alliance for the Mentally Ill) support meetings are held 7-9 p.m. the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month at 373 Plantation St., 2 Biotech Park, 3rd floor, Worcester.

Shrewsbury Public Library, 609 Main St., offers morning games for adults (chess, checkers, Scrabble, Chinese checkers) 1st and 3rd Fridays of each month.

The New Parent Group (for first-time parents with a child under 6 months) meets at Assabet Valley Area Family Network, 169 Pleasant St., Marlborough. Call (508) 485-0085 for meeting times, dates or other info.

Women in Transition, a mutual support group for women, meets 2nd Monday of each month, 7:30-9 p.m., at the Church of the Nativity in Northborough. For info, call Jenny Church at (508) 393-5447.

MetroWest Parent Support Group for parents of kids/adolescents with behavioral, emotional or mental health special needs meets 2nd and 4th Monday of each month, 7-9 p.m., at Wayside Youth & Family Network, 75 Fountain St., Framingham. Free, confidential. For info, call Lois DeRusha at (508) 620-0010 ext. 342.

Parents Helping Parents offers free, confidential and anonymous weekly support groups throughout Massachusetts. Volunteers are also being sought as group facilitators. For info, call (800) 882-1250.