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12 Friday Silver Buffalo Hosts SuperSmith David Rosales Silver Buffalo Gallery, 23 Coburn Rd., Berlin, will host supersmith David Rosales and his collection of sterling silver and gold jewelry. Also Dec. 13 and 14. For more info, call (978) 838-2680 or visit www.silverbuffalo.com. Southborough Blood Drive A special American Red Cross blood drive will be held 1-7 p.m. at St. Anne Church, 20 Boston Rd. (Route 30) in Southborough. All donors will receive a long-sleeved Red Cross t-shirt and be entered into a raffle for a $100 mall shopping spree. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are preferred. For info, call (800) 448-3543 or visit www.givelife.org. 13 Saturday Post Road Art Center Holiday Open House Stop by the Post Road Art Center, 1 Boston Post Rd., Marlborough, from 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., for refreshments and specials during the Holiday Open House. PRAC offers art supplies and books, original artwork, jewelry, note cards, one-of-a-kind gifts and more. For info, call (508) 485-2580 or visit www.PostRoadArtCenter.com. Annual Westborough Ski Swap The 41st annual Westborough Ski Swap will start at 9 a.m. at its new location, the Hastings Elementary School, East Main Street (Route 30). Equipment will include new and used downhill skis, boots and clothing, skates and some cross country equipment. Used equipment may be dropped off only on Dec. 12, between 7-9 p.m. Used equipment is sold on a consignment basis. Explorer Post 85 will again run and benefit from this year's swap. Hudson Emblem Club Breakfast with Santa The Hudson Emblem Club will sponsor a Breakfast with Santa from 9-11 a.m. at the Hudson Lodge of Elks, 99 Park St. Come and enjoy donuts, juice and hot chocolate. Every child receives a gift from Santa. Admission: donation of a canned good (to be used to fill Christmas baskets or for the Food Pantry). Bring your camera and get pictures of your child with Santa and Mrs. Claus or just sit and listen to Christmas stories. For further info, call Barbara Sawyer (978) 568-9291 or Dorothy Barreira (978) 562-5276. Northborough’s Annual Breakfast with Santa Northborough Lions' and Newcomers' clubs are teaming up once again to bring Santa Claus to Northborough. Breakfast will be served 8:30-10:30 a.m. at Algonquin High School, Bartlett St. Santa will arrive by fire truck while children create holiday crafts and await their turn on Santa's knee. Tickets ($5 adults, $4 children under 12) are limited and available by advance purchase only. Toy raffles and pictures can be taken with Santa for $2 donations. For more info or tickets, e-mail santa@northboroughnewcomers.org “Support Our Troops” Care Package Event Donations are being sought for care packages to send to U.S. troops deployed abroad. Donations will be accepted 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Marlborough Historical Society, Peter Rice Homestead, 377 Elm St., Marlborough. Visit www.anysoldier.com to view the personal requests from soldiers. Cards and letters are welcome and will be inserted into the care packages. For info, call Peggy at Sen. Resor’s office at (508) 786-3040. Divine Kitchens Dream Kitchen Seminar Divine Kitchens, Lyman St., Westborough, will host a seminar on “How much will my dream kitchen cost?” from 10:30 a.m.-noon. For info or to register, call (508) 366-5670 or visit www.divinekitchens.com. Westborough Woman’s Club Holiday House Tour Tickets for the Westborough Woman's Club holiday house tour may be bought at the St. Stephen's Church hall, 3 John St., from 12-3 p.m. Refreshments will be served at St. Stephen's from 12:30-2:30 p.m. Please note that the venue for ticket sales and refreshments has been changed. Tickets may also be bought by calling Kathie at (508) 366-0902, Priscilla at (508) 366-4538 or Judy at (508) 870-1895. Boar’s Head Festival The Master Singers of Worcester will present its sixth Boar’s Head Festival at 4 p.m. at Wesley Methodist Church, 114 Main St., Worcester. The event will highlight the Worcester Children’s Chorus, Shrewsbury Youth Singers, Shrewsbury Ringers, organist Brett Maguire, brass and percussion in songs expressing the joy of Christmas and Hanukkah and the mystery of the winter solstice. Tickets: $20, students/seniors $18, WOO discount. For info or tickets, call (508) 842-1349 or visit www.mswma.org. Snow date: Dec. 14. Holiday Nature Crafts Open House Broad Meadow Brook Wildlife Sanctuary, 414 Massasoit Dr., Worcester, will host a Holiday Nature Crafts Open House from 1-4 p.m. Come to the visitor center to view the Christmas tree decorated with all-natural ornaments before going to the program room to make your own. Cost: $4 adult members/$5 nonmembers, $3 kids/$4 nonmembers. Snow date: Dec. 14. For info or registration, call (508) 753-6087. 14 Sunday *****PHOTO**** Holiday Family Concert At 3 p.m., the second annual Family Holiday Concert with folksingers Chuck & Mud will be held at Unitarian Universalist Church, 64 West Main St., Westborough. Tickets: $6 advance, $8 door, free for children. For info or advance tickets, call (508) 366-2635 or visit www.uuwestborough.org. FCC Marlborough Holiday Concert At 7 p.m., First Church Congregational in Marlborough, 37 High St., will host a holiday concert by the Merrimack Valley Ringers, an auditioned community handbell choir based in Chelmsford. Guests will be treated to an array of holiday favorites by the group, as well as solo and quartet performances of pieces from “The Nutcracker.” Admission is free. For more info about MVR, visit mvringers.com. N.A.C.C. Holiday Concert The Northborough Area Community Chorus, under the direction of Anthony Volpe with accompanist David Rose, invites you to its Christmas Musical at 3:15 p.m. at Algonquin Regional High School, Bartlett Street. Tickets are only $5. For more details, call (508) 393-8943 or visit www.nacc.net. “Open Microphone” at Mulligan’s Got Talent? Then share it during Mulligan’s “Open Microphone,” which will be hosted by blues guitarist JBB and friends from 5-7:30 p.m. All styles are welcome, including acoustic, blues, folk, alternative, country, Celtic and spoken word. Mulligan’s is located on Route 30 at the Westborough Country Club. For info, call (508) 361-4111. St. Luke’s Free Community Supper St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, at the rotary in Hudson, will be hosting a “Community Supper” from 5-6 p.m. This is not exclusive to St. Luke's members, but is for the whole community. The creative cooks at St. Luke's will prepare a seasonal meal featuring an apple & sausage main course. Additional parking is available behind the fire station. For more info, visit www.stlukeshudson.org/communitysupper.html ****PHOTO**** FUMC Westborough Handbell Concert The handbell choirs of the First United Methodist Church of Westborough, 120 West Main St., will present holiday handbell concerts at 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. The three handbell choirs of the church will be performing arrangements of familiar Christmas music. The church is handicapped accessible and listening devices are available. No charge for admission, but free-will offerings will be accepted. For info, contact the church office at (508) 366-4910 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. weekdays. Assabet Valley Mastersingers “Messiah Sing” A “Messiah Sing” will be presented by the Assabet Valley Mastersingers at 3:30 p.m.  The Christmas portion of Handel’s oratorio in addition to the “Hallelujah Chorus” will be sung at the Evangelical Congregational Church, West Main Street (Route 30) at Church Street, Westborough. Those in attendance will be invited to join with members of the chorus, sitting in sections according to voice part. Some scores are available to share, although participants are urged to bring their own if possible. Listeners are also welcome. Suggested donation: $5. For info, call (978)-562-9838 or visit www.avmsingers.org. 16 Tuesday ***PHOTO*** Longfellow’s Wayside Inn Holiday Concert Quintessential Brass will perform a medley of holiday classics at 7 p.m. at the historic Martha Mary Chapel in Sudbury. Families and people of all ages are invited to the concert, which includes a popular audience sing-a-long at the end. Tickets are $14 each and available by calling (978) 443-1776. For more info, call Longfellow’s Wayside Inn at (978) 443-1776, e-mail history@wayside.org or visit www.wayside.org/events. 17 Wednesday Stephanie G Jewelers Men’s Night Stephanie G Jewelers at 77 Main St. in Hopkinton will host s Men’s Night. Men are invited to stop in for appetizers and refreshments while looking for the perfect present for the lady in their lives. For more info, visit www.stephaniegjewelers.com. 18 Thursday Hudson Flu Clinic The Hudson Board of Health will hold a third flu clinic from 3-4 p.m. in the Hudson Town Hall auditorium, 78 Main St. Fee is $10 per person or free for seniors and town employees. Hudson residents age 9 years and older are eligible for the clinic. For info, call the Board of Health at (978) 562-2020. Westboro Youth Soccer Association Meeting The Westboro Youth Soccer Association is holding a Special General Meeting at 8 p.m. at the Forbes Building, Room 24, to vote on nominations for president, vice president, treasurer and secretary. All members are invited to attend and vote. Northborough Fire Department Toys for Tots The Northborough Fire Department, 11 Pierce St. (behind CVS), will be accepting donations for Toys for Tots during business hours through this date. An additional drop-off site is located at Northborough Town Hall, 63 Main St., in the Town Administrator’s Office. New toys should be non-violent, unwrapped and in the original packaging. 19 Friday New England Ringers Holiday Concert Trinity Church of Northborough, 23 Main St., will host the New England Ringers in holiday concert at 7:30 p.m. A reception will immediately follow the concert. Tickets: $10. For info or tickets, contact Laurie Hunter at (508) 269-2616 or lhunter243@yahoo.com. 20 Saturday Church of the Nativity holds Living Nativity The Church of the Nativity, 45 Howard St., Northborough, will hold a Living Nativity at 6 p.m. on the front lawn. The Spirit Singers and other musicians will perform and a reception with entertainment and refreshments will follow inside the church. Free and open to the public. Snow date: Dec. 21. For info, call (508) 393-3146 or visit www.churchofthenativity.org. Wellspring UMC Blue Christmas Service Wellspring United Methodist Church announces a Blue Christmas Service beginning at 5 p.m. at the Matthew John Whittall Lodge, 353 Boston Tpke. (Route 9 west) in Shrewsbury. The special worship service will feature prayers, scriptures and music for those who are mourning or struggling. A time of fellowship and a free meal of bread and soup will follow. For more info, call (508) 842-4665. Musicians of the Old Post Road Concert Musicians of the Old Post Road will present “Christmas in Baroque Europe” at 8 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, 73 Lancaster St., Worcester. Tickets: $25 general admission, $20 seniors and students. Children 7 to 17 admitted free of charge with an accompanying adult. To purchase tickets in advance or for info, call (781) 466-6694 or visit www.oldpostroad.org. Santa Claus Visits Central One Santa Claus will visit Central One Federal Credit Union in Shrewsbury, 714 Main St. Children are invited to visit with Santa, have their picture taken with him and receive a gift. Light refreshments will also be available. For more info, contact Central One’s Main Office at (508) 842-7400. Northboro Contra Dance People looking for a fun, friendly, active and engaging evening are invited to the third Saturday Northboro Contra Dance from 8-11 p.m. at the First Parish Unitarian Universalist Church, 40 Church St., Northborough. Singles and couples and new and experienced dancers of all ages are welcome. No prior dancing experience is needed as all dances are taught by the caller. Admission is $8. For additional info, visit www.jonweinberg.com/northboro. 21 Sunday “Open Microphone” at Mulligan’s Got Talent? Then share it during Mulligan’s “Open Microphone,” which will be hosted by blues guitarist JBB and friends from 5-7:30 p.m. All styles are welcome, including acoustic, blues, folk, alternative, country, Celtic and spoken word. Mulligan’s is located on Route 30 at the Westborough Country Club. For info, call (508) 361-4111. Upcoming “Celebrate Hanukkah” at SHPL Shrewsbury Public Library, 609 Main St., invites the community to “Celebrate Hanukkah” Dec. 22. Drop in anytime during the day to do a Hanukkah craft or listen to a Hanukkah story at 10:30 a.m. No registration is required. For info, call (508) 842-0081. Caroling on the Common 2008 Shrewsbury’s annual Caroling on the Common, at the intersection of Route 140 and Main Street, will be held Dec. 23, starting at 7 p.m. Musicians, song sheets and hot chocolate will be provided, and carolers should dress appropriately and bring a flashlight. The caroling will be held whether it’s snowing, raining or clear. Hudson FUMC Christmas Eve Services First United Methodist Church of Hudson, 34 Felton St., will hold its Christmas Eve services Dec. 24 at 4 p.m. (Flashlights in the Farmyard: family service), 6 p.m. (traditional candlelight service) and 11 p.m. (candlelight communion service). For info, call (978) 562-2932 or visit www.hudsonfumc.com. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Christmas Eve Service The Christmas Eve service schedule of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 183 West Main St., Westborough, starts Dec. 24 at 5 p.m. with a children’s service of carols, communion and children’s message; a traditional service of carols, candles and communion at 7 p.m.; and a festival service with full choir, bell choir, carols, candles and Communion at 11 p.m. For info, call (508) 366-7095. Wellspring UMC Starlight, Candlelight Service All are welcome to the Starlight and Candlelight Christmas Eve Worship Service sponsored by Wellspring United Methodist Church. Worship begins Dec. 24, at 5:30 p.m., at the bandstand in Dean Park in Shrewsbury. Choral music, Christmas carols, living nativity and special candle lighting will be a part of the worship service, which has become a Shrewsbury tradition. For more info, call 508-842-4665. First Church in Marlborough UCC Christmas Eve Service First Church in Marlborough (Congregational) UCC, 37 High St., will hold its Christmas Eve services Dec. 24 at 6 p.m., with a “Family Service with Pageant and Carols,” and 11 p.m., with a “Candle Light Service with Lessons and Carols.” For more info, call (508) 485-6297. St. Stephen’s Christmas Eve Service St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 3 John St., Westborough, will celebrate Christmas Eve with its annual children’s pageant at 5 p.m., carol singing at 9:30 p.m. and “Nativity of the Lord Jesus Christ” at 10 p.m. For info, visit www.ststeph.com or call (508) 366-4134. MetroWest Community Chanukah Celebration Community members of all ages are invited to attend a Chanukah celebration Dec. 24, from 10 a.m.-noon, at the MetroWest Jewish Day School, 29 Upper Joclyn Ave., Framingham. Admission: $5/person, $18/family. Please bring a can of kosher soup to donate to the Family Table food bank. Reservations are requested by e-mailing sara.sinai@mjwmds.org. For info, call (508) 620-5554 or visit www.mwjds.org. Christmas Carol Sing at Hudson FUMC First United Methodist Church of Hudson, 34 Felton St., will hold a Christmas Carol Sing Dec. 28 at 10:45 a.m. Come in to sing the songs of Christmas and celebrate with your church family. For info, call (978) 562-2932 or visit www.hudsonfumc.com. Magic Show at Shrewsbury Public Library A “Read to Achieve” Magic Show will be held Dec. 30, from 2:30-3:30 p.m., at Shrewsbury Public Library, 609 Main St. Space is limited and free tickets will be available starting Dec. 16. For info, call (508) 842-0081 or visit www.shrewsbury-ma.gov/library. Ongoing “Scenic Views of Central Massachusetts” Exhibit “Scenic Views of Central Massachusetts,” 20 oil paintings by Worcester artist Sid Solomon, will be on view through Dec. 31 at First Parish Unitarian Church, 40 Church St., Northborough. The paintings can be seen Sunday, from 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m., or by appointment. For info, call (508) 393-6422. Car Raffle to Benefit Sudbury Habitat Project Habitat for Humanity – MetroWest/Greater Worcester (HFH-MWGW) is raffling a brand new Volvo S40 2.4i sedan as a fund-raiser to benefit the Sudbury Habitat Project. Raffle tickets are $100 each, or six for $500, and a maximum 1,000 tickets will be sold. The raffle drawing will be held April 4, 2009, as part of Sudbury Day festivities. Raffle tickets are available through the Habitat for Humanity office at (508) 799-9249 or office@gwhfh.org. For info about Habitat for Humanity – MetroWest/Greater Worcester, visit www.gwhfh.org. “New Dimensions” Exhibit at PRAC “New Dimensions,” an exhibit of 2- and 3-dimensional works by Randi Isaacson and Liz Harrison, will be on display through Jan. 5 at Post Road Art Center, 1 Boston Post Rd., Marlborough. For info, visit www.PostRoadArtCenter.com. “Open Microphone” at Mulligan’s Got Talent? Then share it during Mulligan’s “Open Microphone,” which will be hosted by blues guitarist JBB and friends from 5-7:30 p.m. on Sundays. All styles are welcome, including acoustic, blues, folk, alternative, country, Celtic and spoken word. Mulligan’s is located on Route 30 at the Westborough Country Club. For info, call (508) 361-4111. Wayside Inn Gallery Hosts Exhibit Marlborough photographer Edward Roche will exhibit his newest work at the Wayside Inn Gallery, Wayside Rd. in Sudbury, through Dec. 28. The work will be displayed on two floors, including the main lobby area of Longfellow’s Wayside Inn and a special gallery space located above the gift shop. All photographs are available for sale, with 20 percent of all proceeds benefiting the non-profit mission of the Wayside Inn Historic Site. For more info, call (978) 443-1776 or visit www.wayside.org. Anytime Fitness Toys for Tots Drive Anytime Fitness of Hudson and Northborough will again participate in its annual Toys-for-Tots membership drive. Through Dec. 15, local residents and members are encouraged to drop off unwrapped toys that will be distributed to the needy children of the community. The drop-off boxes are located at Anytime Fitness Northborough, 4 West Main St., and Anytime Fitness Hudson, 312 Main St. For more info, call Anytime Fitness at (508) 393-0724 or visit www.anytimenorthboro.com. Westborough Woman's Club to "Keep the Heat On" The Westborough Woman's Club and Westborough schools recently announced a partnership to help with the town's fuel assistance program. "Keep The Heat On'' will involve community members of all ages collecting coins or making donations of any amount to the fuel assistance program in town. Fales Elementary and Mill Pond Intermediate Schools will have coin collection jars in their building for donations. Coins will be collected through Dec. 15. A donation may also be made by check, payable to the Friends of the Senior Center, P.O. Box 1072, Westborough, MA 01581. For info, call Judy at (508) 870-1895. Young at Heart Club 2009 Trips The Young at Heart Club has already planned some trips for 2009, including a three-day trip to Indianhead Resort in New Hampshire, March 11-13; a seven-day trip to Mackinac Island, MI, June 14-20; and a few day trips also. For more info, call Sue at (508) 476-3438. Deposits for the trips are now being accepted. Mount Olivet Play Group A drop-in play group for children up to grade 1 (accompanied by a parent, guardian or caretaker) is held Fridays, 9:30-11:30 a.m., at Mount Olivet Lutheran Church, Prospect/Spring Sts., Shrewsbury. The free play group includes light refreshments, toys, games, music and arts & crafts. For info, call (508) 842-2731 or e-mail office_mtolivet@townisp.com. BNI Meetings The local BNI Chapter in Westborough meets at noon every Wednesday at Tatnuck Bookseller, 18 Lyman St., Westborough. BNI is a non-profit business networking group. Artist Guild of Shrewsbury Meetings The Artist Guild of Shrewsbury meetings are held the first Monday of each month (if a holiday, the meeting will be held the second Monday) at 7 p.m. in the Community Room at Southgate, Julio Drive, Shrewsbury. Meetings are held September through May and new members are always welcome. Visit www.artistguildshrewsbury.com for more info. ACONE Support Groups Adoption Community of New England (ACONE) offers monthly support groups for all those touched by adoption, including adult adopted persons, birth families, adoptive parents and those waiting to adopt. Groups are free of charge, but RSVP is requested. The meetings are held at ACONE, 45 Lyman St., #2, Westborough. For info, call (508) 366-6812, e-mail info@AdoptionCommunityofNE.org or visit www.AdoptionCommunityofNE.org. Colonial Spirit Chorus Do you like to sing and dance? Are you looking for an educational experience that will stretch your mind and body while having fun? Join the Colonial Spirit Show Chorus each Thursday night from 7-10 p.m. at the Church of The Good Shepherd on Newtown Road (off Route 27, Acton. For further info, call (978) 692-2270 or (978) 263-0562 or visit www.colonialspirit.org. FUMC Agape Café Every Thursday evening, guests have the opportunity to enjoy the Agape Café at First United Methodist Church, 34 Felton St., Hudson. The doors to Lamson Hall open at 4 p.m. for coffee, tea, cribbage and visiting with friends or meeting new folks. A hearty three-course dinner is served from 5-6:30 p.m. and the menu varies weekly. Everyone is welcome, from young families to seniors and in-between. All meals are free and guests are encouraged to bring family and friends. For info, call (978) 562-2932. MWHS Adoption Hours The MetroWest Humane Society, 30 Pond St., Ashland, holds regular adoption hours Sundays, 1-4 p.m., and Wednesday and Thursdays, 6:30-8 p.m. Visit www.webpaws.com/mwhs or call (508) 375-3776 for info. Women For Sobriety Self-Help Group Women For Sobriety, Inc announces a new self-help group for women with substance abuse issues. This group will practice the “New Life” Program that teaches women ways to cope with life's problems and live a life free from substances of abuse. Meetings are held at the Unitarian Universalist Church, 90 Holden St., Worcester, weekly on Tuesdays from 7-8 p.m. Call Becky at (508) 853-3413 for info and to receive free program literature. AV Pastoral Counseling Support Groups Are you looking for support, a listening ear, compassion from someone coping with a similar situation? Join a small group of others who come together to share and receive leadership and perspective. The new spring support groups available at Assabet Valley Pastoral Counseling Center in Westborough include a caregivers group for anyone feeling overwhelmed while taking care of another; a divorce group for anyone considering or going through separation or divorce or have been legally divorced; and a grief and loss group. For info, call Mary Taber at (508) 366-4000. Alcohol Dependence Counseling for Women The Couples Project for Women (CPW) offers free treatment for women with alcohol dependence that 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 more info, call AdCare Hospital of Worcester at 1-800-345-3552 extension 4043. Safe Place Support Group Safe Place, a free, confidential support group for people who have lost loved ones to suicide, meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month, from 7-9 p.m., at the Plymouth Church, 87 Edgell Rd., Framingham, starting May 14. For info or directions, call Kim Kates at (617) 536-2460. Westborough Fibromyalgia Support Group The ongoing support group meets on the first Thursday of each month at Tatnuck Bookseller, 18 Lyman St. (Westborough Plaza), at 6:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome  (people with fibromyalgia/chronic fatigue, as well as family and household members) for discussion, coping tips and understanding. For more info, call Diana at (978) 568-0566. Free GED Classes in Hudson The Hudson Maynard Adult Learning Center offers a free GED preparation program in Hudson, including ABE classes in Basic Skills, pre-GED and GED. Registration is ongoing. Classes run through June at the Hudson High School on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6-9 p.m. Practice GED testing is also offered year-round. For more info, call (978) 567-6250 ext. 0137. MAB Car Donations MAB Community Services (formerly the Massachusetts Association of the Blind) is accepting the donation of unwanted cars to benefit its services and programs. Free tow and quick pick up. Boats, trailers, campers, motorcycles, jet skis and snowmobiles also accepted. For info, call (888) 613-2777 or (508) 854-0700. Home School Social Held at Hudson Public Library, 3 Washington St. (at Wood Square) on the first Thursday of every month at 1 p.m. Come discuss common issues/interest, 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. Westborough Seniors Cribbage Group The Westborough Seniors Cribbage Group welcomes new members at its Tuesday get-togethers, held 9:30 a.m.-noon at the Westborough Senior Center, 4 Rogers Rd. For info, call (508) 366-3000. Rice Memorial Baptist Church Morning Prayer Morning prayer at 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 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, at 238 W. Main St., Northborough. 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 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 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 training, visit www.horizonsforhomelesschildren.org or call (508) 755-2615. VNA Care Hospice Grief Support Group 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. 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. American Lung Association Seeks the donation of unwanted cars to help support its lung health programs. Call (800) 577-LUNG or visit www.donateyourcar.com for info. Worcester Animal Rescue League Now open for adoptions until 7 p.m. on Thursdays, at 139 Holden St., Worcester. 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. Boys & Girls Club Car Campaign 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. Crossroads FM The fibromyalgia/CFS support group 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 CPR Classes Offered 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. Elder “Keep Well” Clinic 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. The New Parent Group For first-time parents with a child under 6 months, the group 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 that 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.