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Sign up starts for the Shrewsbury Child Development Committee's next sessions of Baby & Toddler Time or Sing & Swing. Registration forms will be available at the Shrewsbury Public Library, 609 Main St., through Oct. 29. For info about the programs, visit www.scdc.org, e-mail scdckids@scdc.org or call (508) 841-8300 ext. 1477.
St. Luke's Church in Hudson, on the rotary, will kick off its Harvest Fair with a Harvest Fair Supper from 5-7 p.m. The fair will be held Oct. 27, starting at 9 a.m. Cost for supper: $8, with special prices for seniors, children and families.
The Hudson Portuguese Club, 13 Port St., is hosting a Tarot Reading Night from 5 p.m.-midnight in its gym, with professional readers. Appetizers will be available. Admission is free and readings cost $35 (with $5 going to the club). The lounge will be open with great music and dancing. For info, call Diane Rego Montanez at (978) 821-3642.
A Shrewsbury community blood drive will be held by the American Red Cross 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at the Glavin Regional Center, 214 Lake St., Shrewsbury. Appointments preferred, but walk-ins are also welcome. For info or an appointment, call (800) 448-3543.
The First Parish Church Unitarian Universalist of Northborough, 40 Church St., will host its October Ballroom Dance event in the Parish Hall from 7-10:30 p.m. An informal lesson will be offered at 7 p.m. Come alone or bring a partner. Beginners, including both leaders and followers, are welcome.â028Free, but donations are accepted. For info or to pre-register, contact Lee Ostrander at ostral@earthlink.net or Vicky Guo at guoy@alum.rpi.edu or call (508) 393-0718.
The Shrewsbury Democratic Town Committee will hold its Eleanor Roosevelt Award Dinner at 6:30 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Shrewsbury. Paula Buonomo and Joseph Ricca and Lt. Governor Tim Murray will be the recipients of the Eleanor Roosevelt awards and Jason Palitsch, Rachael Savageau and Emily Peeples will receive the Eleanor Roosevelt youth awards. For info and tickets, contact Jonathan Wright at (508) 842-4349.
The Friends of the Westborough Public Library Book Sale will be held through Oct. 28 in the library's meeting room, W. Main St. Book donations are needed and can be dropped off Mondays-Thursdays, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Fridays, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; and Saturdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. For info, call (508) 366-3050.
The Northborough Historical Society will hold its monthly meeting at 7:30 pm. Program: "Northborough Trails: A Snapshot in Time." Meetings are held at the Historical Society building, 50 Main St.â028(corner of Main and School streets), Northborough. There is no chargeâ028to attend and all are welcome.
A concert to benefit melanoma foundations will be presented by the Longwood Symphony Orchestra at 8 p.m. at Symphony Hall in Boston. Tickets: $40 reserved, $100 VIP. Visit skincheck.org/LSOConcert.htm or call (800) 259-1633 for info.
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Saturday
All are invited to the annual Yard and Bale Sale at St. Stephen's Episcopal Church, 3 John St., Westborough, from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Rain or shine. Includes household goods, unique treasures, toys, books, baby items, homemade baked goods, more. Refreshments will be sold. Ten tables will be offered in the parking lot for crafters to display their goods at $15 per table. Those interested should contact the church office at (508) 366-4134
Come join with Sudbury Valley Trustee's volunteers from 9 a.m.-noon at the Turenne Wildlife Habitat in Southborough to work on the expansion of the native plant bird garden. A mix of shrubs and trees will be planted and garden prep for future plantings will be completed. Gardening experience is helpful, but not essential. Registration is required. Call (978) 443-5588 for info, to register.
The NJWC Caring Kids Club will celebrate National Make A Difference Day by hosting a community-wide "birthday party" to benefit homeless children. The community is invited to join the Caring Kids Club to create birthday cards and banners, stuff goody bags and pinatas, and put together birthdays in a box. The event takes place at the Melican Middle School in Northborough from 3-5:30 p.m. Please consider bringing juice boxes as a birthday donation. For info or to sponsor a table, call Julie at (774) 245-0404.
St. Luke's Episcopal Church, junction of Routes 62 and 85 in Hudson, will hold its annual Harvest Fair from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Includes bake shop, candy table, country kitchen, Vermont cheddar cheese, hand-rolled beeswax candles, Grandma's Attic, crafts, knits, more. For info or directions, call (978) 562-2701 or visit www.stlukeshudson.org.
Westborough singer/songwriter Tom Postonak will mark the release of his CD, "No Way Out But Through," with a performance at 7:30 p.m. at Christina's Café, 12 South St., Westborough. Tickets: $10. Proceeds will be donated to WMPA. Visit www.tompostonak.com for info.
Northborough's Lincoln Street School Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) is pleased to host Fun Day at Lincoln Street School from 10 a.m.-3 p.m., rain or shine. Includes games, crafts, amusements, food and raffles. Tickets can be purchased at the door. The committee asks that everyone bring a donation for the Northborough Food Panty, The Hope House or The Worcester Animal Rescue League. E-mail LSS_PTO@hotmail.com for info.
The Marlborough High School Girls Soccer Alumnae is planning a reunion event at the high school. For info, e-mail MHS.WSC.Alumni@hotmail.com.
The First United Methodist Church of Hudson, 34 Felton St., will be observing its monthly free Friendship Dinner. An "all you can eat" spaghetti dinner with Italian bread, salad, dessert, cold drinks, coffee and tea, will be served from 5-7 p.m. Free and open, with free-will offerings accepted. For info, call (978) 562-2932 or visit www.hudsonfumc.com
The Northborough Art Guild will hold its 44th annual Craft Fair from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Margaret Peaslee School, Maple Street, Northborough. Includes over 30 exhibitors offering hand-made wares. Admission: 50 cents.
A free Monster Movie Marathon will be held 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Shrewsbury Public Library, 609 Main St. The public is welcome to come for the whole day or just stop by for as long as they would like. Show times and titles are posted at the library. For info, call Jason Cavanau at (508) 841-8533..
The Northborough Historical Society, 50 Main St., will hold its annual Turkey Supperâ028from 5:30-7 p.m. The menu includes turkeyâ028pie, squash, garden salad, roll and beverage, with gingerbread andâ028whipped cream for dessert. Cost: $7, $4 kids. All areâ028welcome.
"Stone Walls: Natural and Human History"â028will be sponsored 1-4 p.m. by Broad Meadow Brook Wildlife Sanctuary in Worcester. Come explore the sanctuary in search of stoneâ028walls defining old boundary lines, pastures, house lots, gardens,â028and old roads. Bring water and wear good walking shoes. For adults. Fees: members $9, non-members $13. For info or to register, callâ028(508) 753-6087.
Spellman Museum of Stamps & Postal History, 235 Wellesley St. at Regis College, Weston, will host a Fall/Halloween Family Day from 12-4 p.m. Children will receive a free packet of stamps and refreshments will be served. Free admission for ages 16 and under. Visit www.spellman.org or call (781) 768-8367 for info.
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Sunday
The Westborough Historical Society's October Open House will be held at its headquarters, 13 Parkman St., from 2-4 p.m. All area residents are cordially invited. Refreshments will be served. For info, call Carol Dolan at (508) 852-5940.
Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School's annual Ski and Snowboard Sale is scheduled from 10 a.m.-3 p.m., in the school's cafeteria, 215 Fitchburg St., Marlborough. Both new and used clothing and equipment for downhill, cross country, and snowboarding will be on display and reasonably priced. To register to sell your own equipment and clothing, please arrive between 8:30-9:30 a.m. and speak with Rich Tataronis. For info or directions, call Tataronis at (508) 485-9430 ext. 226.
Tatnuck Bookseller, 18 Lyman St., Westborough, will host the opening reception of "Pottery, Tapestry, Watercolor: Three Mediums, One Artist," works by Carol Mecagni, in the Westboro Gallery annex from 2-5 p.m. Includes a pottery demonstration by the artist. The exhibit will run through Jan. 31. For info, call Tatnuck at (508) 366-4959.
A Westborough community blood drive will be held by the American Red Cross 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at Congregation B'nai Shalom, 117 E. Main St., Westborough. Appointments preferred, but walk-ins are also welcome. All presenting donors will receive a Dunkin' Donuts gift card and Red Cross T-shirt. Call (800) 448-3543 for info or an appointment.
Join Miss Susan for a Halloween Festival from 1:30-3:30 p.m. at Marlborough Public Library, 35 W. Main St. The special children's event includes games, contests, crafts and more. Call (508) 624-6902 for info.
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Monday
The GFWC Marlborough Junior Woman's Club will be sponsoring a Wardrobe Party at Chico's at Solomon Pond Mall from 6-8 p.m. In observance of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Chico's will donate 10% of sales during the event to Abby's House in Worcester. Come for a fun night of shopping and help a great cause at the same time. For info on the organization, visit www.marlboroughjuniors.org.
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Tuesday
B&B Aesthetic and Skincare of Southborough and Apex Dental of Northborough will team up 6-7:30 p.m. at Tatnuck Booksellers, 18 Lyman St., Westborough, to present "What's it all about?" Learn about SmartLipo, laser hair removal, laser skin rejuvenation, Botox, Restylane, microdermabrasion, sclerotherapy, Zoom tooth whitening, Invisalign tooth straightening, Lumineer tooth veneers, more. LaRose Muscular Therapy will also be offering chair massages. Space is limited. To register, e-mail dallor@bbaesthetics.com.
Hudson resident Linda Palmer will enact her original, 17th century walking tour, "Dissent Among the Pilgrims," at the meeting of the Hudson Historical Society. The meeting will start at 7:30 p.m. at First Federated Church hall, 200 Central St. Refreshments will be served.
Last day to RSVP for the annual Education Showcase at Hillside School, 402 Robin Hill Rd.,â028Marlborough. The event will be held Nov. 1, from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Includes presentations by students and a tour of Hillside's school and campus. Refreshments will be served. Call (508) 485-7746 or email cmogave@marlboroughchamber.org to RSVP.
Deadline to register for a Holiday Decorations Workshop sponsored by
Shrewsbury Garden Club. Workshop to be held Nov. 17, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., at the Shrewsbury Public Library. $$. Reservations are available from 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. To reserve space, contact Bonnie Crevier at (508) 925-4600 or bonnie@artisanwomen.com.
Hudson Catholic High School invites all interested 7th and 8th gradeâ028students and their families to an Open House from 4:30-7:30 p.m. Meet the administration and faculty during a student-guided tour. Students can come and shadow at the school by calling the Admissions Officeâ028at (978) 562-6701. This year's entrance exam will be held Nov. 17 andâ028Dec. 8.
Make the Shrewsbury Public Library, 609 Main St., the first place to show off your new Halloween costume from 4-5 p.m. Ages 3 and up (with an adult) are invited to trick or treat around the library in their costumes. To register or for info, call (508) 842-0081 ext. 4.
The Diabetic Support Group at Northborough Senior Center, 1 Centre Dr., will meet 1-2:30 p.m. for a Diabetes Nutrition Workshop. All those interested are invited to attend, but space is limited. For info or reservations, call (508) 393-5035.
Vendor Night at Kane School in Marlborough starts at 7:30 p.m., following the monthly PTO meeting. Tables can be reserved for $25 and will be offered on a first-come, first-serve basis. Interested vendors should call Stacie Minerella at (508) 460-2074.
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Wednesday
The Sudbury Valley Trustees will present a Wildlife and Conservation Library Talk with SVT executive director Ron McAdow at 7:30 p.m. at Westborough Public Library, Main St. The slide lecture will cover how the SVT knows about resident bobcats and fishers, and how conservationists work with communities and landowners to protect habitat.
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Thursday
Hudson Public Library, 3 Washington St. at Wood Square, will be having a Home School Social at 1 p.m. Come discuss common issues/interests, meet other home school parents, and let the kids play board games together. No sign up is required. For info, contact Children's Librarian Deborah Backman at (978) 568-9645.
The Westborough Players' Club children's musical theater production of "Seussical the Musical" will be presented at 7:30 p.m. at Gibbons Middle School, Fisher St., Westborough. Also Nov. 2 and 3, with 2 p.m. matinee Nov. 4. Tickets: $7. For info or tickets, call (508) 842-9468 or visit westboroughplayers.com.
The Shrewsbury Board of Health will hold its annual Influenza and Pneumonia Immunization Clinic from 9 a.m.-noon at Shrewsbury Senior Center, 98 Maple Ave. People 65 years old who never had a pneumonia vaccination or anyone who had a pneumonia vaccination more than five years ago and is now 65 or over, should be re-vaccinated for pneumonia. Those who have had a pneumonia vaccination at least once since turning 65 do not need another. Please bring your Medicare card to the clinic.
The Northborough Garden Club will meet at 7 p.m. at the Northborough Senior Center, 1 Centre Dr. Guest Bill Murray of Places Site Consultants, Inc. will present a program on landscape design at 7:30 p.m. Guests are welcome to attend for a $3 fee. Visit http://gardencentral.org/clubs/november for info.
Hudson High School will be performing Zink: the Myth, the Legend, the Zebra at 7 p.m. in the Intel Mini Theatre at the high school, 69 Brigham St. Also, Nov. 2 and 3. Tickets are $5 and seating is by general admission. Tickets may be purchased at the door.
Tickets go on sale for Longfellow's Wayside Inn's annual bellringer concert. Performed by the Sudbury Bellringers of Memorial Congregational Church, shows will be held Dec. 9, at 5 p.m. and 6:30 p.m., in the Martha Mary Chapel. Tickets: $8. Each show is limited to 150 seats. For info or tickets, call (978) 440-9630 or (978) 443-1776.
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Friday
Boxwell's home décor, gifts and more, 122 Turnpike Rd., Westborough, presents its Holiday Preview from 9:30 a.m.-7 p.m. (also Nov. 2 and 3; and 2-6 p.m. Nov. 4). Boxwell's will be closed Nov. 1 in preparation for the event. For info, visit www.boxwells.com or call (508) 898-3933.
Last day to RSVP for a presentation on "Advanced Treatments for All Vein Problems" with Dr. Bergus during the Nov. 5 Community Forum at Northborough Senior Center, 1 Centre Dr. The event starts at 1 p.m. Call (508) 393-5035 for info, to register.
A meeting of the Shrewsbury Woman's Club will be held at the Congregational Church. The 12:15 p.m. luncheon will be followed by a business meeting. A mystery auction will also be held. Members are asked to bring an auction item valued from $5-$10. Guests are encouraged to attend.
The 21st annual Christmas Festival Gingerbread House Competition to benefit Rosie's Place will run through Nov. 4 at Seaport World Trade Center in Boston. For more info, call (617) 385-5000 or visit www.christmascraftfestival.com.
Algonkuin Theatre Company will present "The Importance of Being Ernest" every Friday and Saturday, through Nov. 17, at 8 p.m. at Alternative's Singh Performance Center, 54 Douglas Rd., Whitinville. Tickets: $12 advance, $15 door, $10 seniors/students under 18. For info or reservations, call (508) 272-0111.
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Saturday
MICON Financial Services will present "The Importance of Planning Ahead: 'Protect Your Assets' As You Navigate Through the Aging Process" at 1 p.m. at Tatnuck Bookseller, 18 Lyman St., Westborough. For info or to register, call (508) 793-8685 or visit www.MICONfs.com. Drop-ins welcome, too.
An all-day conference for adults will be held at the Church of the Nativity, 45 Howard St., Northborough. Leader: Rev. Nigel Mumford. Fee is $25 and advance registration is required. For info, call (508) 393-3146 or visit www.churchofthenativity.org.
The annual Friends Country Store Fair will be 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at Northborough Senior Center, 1 Centre Dr. Includes baked goods, craft tables, more. Call (508) 393-5035 for info.
The Hudson Emblem Club will sponsor a Psychic Fair at the Hudson Lodge of Elks, 99 Park St. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. for registration, with readings from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Cost: $15 for 15 minutes. There will also be books, jewelry, crystals, more. Proceeds to benefit the Hudson Emblem Club's charities.
The annual Indoor Craft Fair sponsored by the Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School Athletic Booster Club will be held 9 a.m.-3 p.m. in the school hallways and cafeteria, 215 Fitchburg St., Marlborough. Includes handmade pocketbooks, quilts, jewelry, photo arts, wooden items, much more. The Booster Club will have a concession stand, and there will be a bake sale table. Admission: $2.
Get a head start on holiday shopping at the St. Anne's Church Holiday Fair from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Includes crafts, food, jewelry, Christmas gifts for the whole family, raffles, much more. St. Anne's is located at 130 Boston Tpke. (Route 9), Shrewsbury.
If you have toys or baby gear that you no longer use, sell them at the Shrewsbury Child Development Committee's annual Toy and Baby Gear Sale from 9 a.m.-noon at Sherwood Middle School, Shrewsbury. Email scdckids@scdc.org to reserve a table (single tables: $25, double tables: $50). For info, visit www.scdc.org or call (508) 841-8300 ext. 1477.
The Northboro Junior Woman¹s Club 30th annualâ028Harvest Craft Fairâ028will be 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at Melican Middle School, Lincolnâ028St. Admission: $4, $2.50 seniors, kids under 12 free. Features over 65â028professional crafters, a crafters' raffle and a lunch cafe. For info and a $1 off coupon, visit www.northborojuniorwomansclub.org/craftfair.htm.â028â028
The Colonial Spirit Chorus presents its annual Cabaret Show, "Magic of Barbershop," at the Tewksbury Elks Club. Pre-show entertainment begins at 7:15 p.m. with show at 8 p.m. Something for everyone, cash bar, refreshments and raffle prizes. For tickets, call (978) 692-2270 or (978) 658-5083.
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Sunday
Author, photographer and adventurer Jonathan Waterman will present an illustrated lecture on Arctic warming at 2 p.m. at Westborough Public Library, 55 W. Main St. In 2006, Waterman was part of a National Geographic expedition to the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. Free and open to the public. Books available for purchase and signing. For info, call (508) 366-3050.
First Church in Marlborough (Congregational) UCC, Bolton/High sts., is offering a special Memorial Service at 6:30 p.m., with a time of remembrance and reflection on loved ones. Fellowship time and light refreshments will follow in the Parish Hall. All are welcome regardless of faith background or affiliation. To ensure inclusion of your loved one's name in the program, call the church office at (508) 485-6297. Suggested donation: $5.
Celebrate Veteran's Day at Shrewsbury's 3rd annual Veterans Memorial 5K Road Race & Walk. The event starts at 11 a.m. at Sherwood Middle School, 30 Sherwood Ave., with registration from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Cost: $12 pre-registration by Oct. 30, $15 day of race, $10 for veterans. Registration forms are available at the Shrewsbury Parks & Recreation Department at Town Hall and at www.massveterans.org.
Upcoming
The November Artist Guild of Shrewsbury meetingâ028will be Nov. 5, 7-9 p.m., in theâ028community room at Southgate, 35 Julio Dr.,â028Shrewsbury. Topic:â028"Emerging Textures from Layered Media." Prospective membersâ028are welcome. Admission: free to paid members,â028free for first-time guests. Admission for non-membersâ028for lectures or demonstrations is $5 and workshopâ028participation is $10.
A Holiday Shopping Boutique will be presented by the Women's Business Council of the Marlborough Regional Chamber of Commerce Nov. 6, 4-8 p.m., at the Residence Inn by Marriott, 112 Donald Lynch Blvd., Marlborough. Includes many crafts makers and other popular gift products such as EL Designs, Arbonne International, Pampered Chef, Tupperware, Mary Kay Cosmetics, Avon Products, more. Vendor tables: $35 MRCC members, $50 non-members.â028For info or to register for a table, contact Cathy or Penny at (508) 485-7746.
Beth Tikvah Synagogue, 40 Oak St.,â028Westborough, will present "Hear non-Jewish Spouses Speakâ028About Finding Their Place in the Jewish Community - A Panel Discussion withâ028some of Beth Tikvah's Intermarried Couples" Nov. 6 at 7:30 p.m. Free, and all areâ028welcome. For information orâ028to register, e-mail ranagrap@charter.net or call (508) 616-9037.
The next meeting of the GFWC Marlborough Junior Woman's Club will be Nov. 6, at 7:30 p.m., at New Horizons, 370 Hemenway St., Marlborough. The GFWC Marlborough Junior Woman's Club is a non-profit civic organization dedicated to community improvement through volunteerism. For info on attending, e-mail join@marlboroughjuniors.org or visit www.marlboroughjuniors.org .
On Nov. 6 and 7, Hastings Parent Group in Westborough will host its annual Scholastic Book Fair and Ice Cream Social and Game Night from 6:30-8 p.m. in the school cafeteria. For info, contact Kim Keogh at KKEOGH@necc.org.
Start your holiday shopping early at the Holiday Shopping Boutique/Scholastic Book Fair! The Richer School PTO will be holding its 2nd annual craft and vendor night Nov. 8 from 6:30-9 p.m. at the Richer Elementary School, 80 Foley Rd., Marlborough There will be over 30 vendors offering finished artwork, handmade crafts and jewelry, home goods, hand bags, beauty products, a Scholastic Book Fair, baked goods, and raffles. Open to the public and admission is free.
The opening reception for Molly Hamilton's "Small Works" will Nov. 8, 5:30-8:30 p.m., at Post Road Art Center, 1 Boston Post Rd., Marlborough. Call (508) 485-2580 or visit www.PostRoadArtCenter.com for info.
An Invisalign Open House will be held Nov. 8, 4-7 p.m., at Traci Portnoff, DMD, PC, 65 W. Main St., Westborough. Stop in for refreshments and learn about Invisalign. An Invisalign representative will also be on hand to answer questions. Visit www.portnoffdental.com or call (508) 366-3623 for info. Reservations limited to the first 10 people.
J.L. Mulready Elementary School in Hudson is looking for crafters and vendors for its 3rd Annual Holiday Shopping Night (to be held at the school Nov. 9, from 6-9 p.m.). Space is $20 plus a donated item for the raffle. To reserve a space, contact Sandra Maiuri at scmaiuri@yahoo.com or (978) 562-1119.
"It's Murder in the Wings!" will be performed Nov. 9, 10, 16 and 17, at 7:30 p.m., at Hudson Town Hall auditorium, 78 Main St. Tickets: $12, $9 seniors, $7 students. Call the Arts Alliance at (978) 562-1646 or visit www.upwitharts.org for info.
Join with SVT's Property Steward Volunteer Don Burn from 9 a.m.-noon in a hike of of the Mount Pisgah Conservation Area. With the use of SVT's new trail maps, the walk will primarily follow the ridgelines with a number of views of the surrounding areas, possibly all the way to Boston. Meet at the Smith Road parking area in Northborough. Registration is required. Rain date: Nov. 11. Fee: free for SVT members, $5 non-members. Call (978) 443-5588 for info, to register.
The 28th annual Westborough Newcomers Club Craft Fair will be held Nov. 10, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., at Westborough High School, W. Main St. Includes hand-crafted items from dozens of local artisans, raffle prizes and a bake sale. $4 general admission, $1 seniors, kids under 12 free. Crafters sought. Contact (508) 329-1020 or julie_krugman@yahoo.com for info.
Shrewsbury residents are invited to bring oil-based paints and oil-based stain, turpentine and paint thinner to a Nov. 10 Paint Drop-Off Event, from 8:30-11:30 a.m., at the Municipal Garage, 211 South St. Mercury-bearing waste, thermometers, thermostats, fluorescent light bulbs, compact fluorescent bulbs, mercury switches and barometers will be accepted free of charge. $5 fee for cars bringing in paint and stain. Cars with only mercury items will be free.â028No latex paint will be accepted, as well as no toxic chemicals or cleaners, car batteries, propane tanks.
Assabet Valley Mastersingers will present a Choral Celebration (30 years), featuring Bach, Haydn and Vivaldi, Nov. 10, at 8 p.m., at Immaculate Conception Church,
Prospect at Washington streets, Marlborough. Repeat performance: Nov. 11, at 3:30 p.m., at Evangelical Congregational Church, West Main St. (Route 30) at Church St., Westborough. Tickets: $15, $12 students/seniors. For info, call (978) 562-9838 or visit www.avmsingers.org.
Adoption Community of New England, Inc. will be holding its 40th Anniversary Gala Nov. 10 in Marlborough. The Gala will honor Joan Clark for her 15 years of service as ACONE's first Executive Director and features a silent auction, multi-media presentation, dinner, dancing and entertainment, and a keepsake Celebration Book. For info, call (508) 366-6812 or visit www.AdoptionCommunitofNE.
Traditional Russian artist and lecturer Marina Forbes will offer a unique workshop Nov. 13, 6-8:30 p.m., on the rich Russian folk tradition of Matryoshka (wooden nested doll) painting at the Hudson Public Library, 3 Washington St. at the rotary. Open to adults and families with children 6 and up. Cost: $10-$50, with $10 deposit upon registration. For info, contact Marina Forbes at (603) 332-2255 or marina@anylanguage.org. To pre-register, call the library at (978) 568-9645.
Travel Solutions and Brendan Tours invite you to a wonderful evening of Irish music as well as a seminar on touring Ireland Nov. 13, at 6:45 p.m., at Tatnuck Booksellers, 18 Lyman St., Westborough. Brendan Tours will familiarize you with Ireland's people, history, culture, folklore, and the rolling countryside. RSVP to Travel Solutions at 508-366-2678 or e-mail Maria@trvlsolutions.com.
Save the date! Westborough's 2007 Good Scout award recipient will be honored Nov. 14 at Indian Meadows Country Club.
The 18th Annual Evening of Giving to benefit Roland's House, the Marlborough-Hudson Homeless Shelter, will be held Nov. 15, from 7:30-midnight, at Best Western Royal Plaza Hotel in Marlborough. Tickets: $30 each. For reservations, call Madeline Dupuis at (508) 485-5705 or Paulina Lynch at (508) 485-3741.
An Information Night for the Marlborough Recreation Department's Epeeâ028Fencing Program will be held Nov. 15, 5:30-7 p.m.,â028at the Jericho Hill Lodge. This is an opportunity to meet the coaches, seeâ028some video of fencing, examine the equipment, talk to other fencers, andâ028register for the program. Maps and other details available atâ028www.marlborough-ma.gov (Recreation Programs) or www.crossroadsfencing.com.
First Church in Marlborough, Congregational will hold its traditional Meeting House Fair Nov. 17, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. The old-fashioned fair features a Country Store, the Plant Room, the Bakery Room, the Cookie Room, trash to treasures, used books, jewelry, knit n' purl, a craft table, a Christmas table, candy, silent auction, more. A ham and bean supper will be held at 6 p.m. First Church is located on Bolton Street (Route 85) at High Street, just above Union Common.
Crafters are invited to participate at the 3rd annual Holiday Magic Craft Fair (to be held Nov. 17, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.) at St. Bernadette Church, 266 Main St., Northborough. Space reservation fee: $60. To reserve a table, call Cathy Porter (508) 485-6764, Jeanette Farreh (508) 481-3512 or St. Bernadette's office (508) 393-2838.
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.
Community members are invited to a combined Christ Baptist Church and Burncoat Baptist Church Thanksgiving Eve service Nov. 21, beginning at 7 p.m. at Burncoat Baptist Church, 475 Burncoat St., Worcester. Call the church office at (508) 853-6240 for info.
Nov. 21 is the deadline to sign up for Northborough Senior Center Christmas Party (to be held Dec. 2 at the Manor restaurant in West Boylston). Cost: $33pp. Call (508) 393-5035 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. 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 Marlborough High School Class of 1982 willâ028celebrate its 25th reunion at the Marlboroughâ028Country Club Nov. 23, at 7 p.m. Classmates.comâ028has a list of the "missing" classmates. Callâ028Kristen Cappello at (508) 460-0253 if think you mayâ028have contact info about one of the classmatesâ028or if you are a member of the class of 1982 and haveâ028not received your invitation. Friends of the Class ofâ0281982 who graduated from private schools, vocationalâ028schools or other classes are welcome to join, too.
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.
Algonquin High School's class of 1997 10-year reunion will be Nov. 24, at 7:30 p.m., at Sheraton Terra in Framingham. Visit www.algonquin1997.com for more info. RSVPs needed now!
The North High School graduating class of 1982 is holding its 25th class reunion Nov. 24 at the Beechwood Hotel, 363 Plantation St., Worcester. Contact Ed Kelly at edjkelly@aol.com for info.
Ongoing
Northborough Recreation is offering three days of full day care for children in grades K-5 over the December vacation break. The program will run Dec. 26-28, 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Includes games, sports, arts & crafts and more, as well as a field trip to the Strand Theater to see "The Polar Express" and an all-day field trip to the Children's Museum in Boston. Cost: Dec. 26 $30, Dec. 27 and 28 $45, or $100 for all three days. For info and to register online, visit www.northboroughrecreation.com.
The Young at Heart group will be taking a bus trip to Savannah, Ga., Jekyll Island, and Beaufort, NC. from April 6-12, 2008 for 7 days. Most of the meals are included and many tours for a reasonable price of $529. There will be a pick up at the Westborough Senior Center, 4 Rogers Rd. Call Sue at (508) 476-3438 for more info.
The Westborough Girl Scout Fall Product Sale will run through Oct. 29. The annual fund-raiser includes the sale of nuts, candy and magazines. All proceeds from the sale stay here in Central Massachusetts, directly benefiting all of the Westborough Girl Scout Troops. To find a Girl Scout Troop in your area or to order products, contact Mary Donaty at (508) 871-0921.
From now until mid-December, The Arts Alliance invites the public to enjoy a free exhibit at Hudson Town Hall, 78 Main St., of new monotypes and watercolors by Lori Fryklund. The exhibition is available for viewing 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. weekdays. There is no admission fee. Visit www.upwitharts.org or call (978) 562-1646 for info.
The Genealogy Club meets at 7:30 p.m. the 4th Wednesday of each month, through June, at Shrewsbury Public Library, 609 Main St. All meetings are free and open to anyone interested in genealogy. For info, contact George Brown at (508) 841-8531 or gbrown@cwmars.org.
A variety of citrus products will be offered during the months of October and November by The Rotary Club of Westborough. All fresh fruit will be shipped to a Westborough location to be picked up in time for holiday gift giving. Dates and location are to be announced. To order or for info, contact Carol Burtt Borglund at (508) 449-4170 or Carolburttborg@aol.com.
Agape Café offers free weekly dinners every Thursday, 5-6:30 p.m., at First United Methodist Church, 34 Felton St., Hudson. The dining room opens at 4 p.m. for coffee, tea, cribbage, card games and socializing. Bring your family, friends and neighbors -- all are welcome. For info, call Rosanne Roberts at (978) 562-2932
The annual Fall Juried Art Exhibit sponsored by the Arts Alliance will be on view through Nov. 2 at Citizens Bank in Hudson during business hours. For info, visit www.upwitharts.org or call (978) 562-1646.
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.
"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 2nd and 4th 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.
Toastmasters -- Public Speaking meets every Thursday from 7:45-9 a.m. in the Hanover Insurance Building, 440 Lincoln St., Worcester. Call (508) 756-5677 or visit http://earlyrisers.freetoasthost.org/ for info.
The Couples Project for Women (CPW) offers free treatment for women with alcohol dependence who are married or live with a male partner. Weekly one-on-one outpatient therapy for 5 to 6 months promotes women's recovery. Some women also receive couples counseling to promote recovery and improve communication. The study is conducted by researchers at Harvard Medical School and AdCare Hospital. For info, call AdCare Hospital of Worcester at (800) 345-3552 ext. 4043.
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.
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