Calendar

29 Friday
Congregation B’nai Shalom Hosts Acclaimed Singer
Beth Schafer, a nationally acclaimed and award-winning “Spiritual Tunesmith, Singer and Guitarist,” will help lead Friday night services at 8 p.m. at Congregation B’nai Shalom, 117 E. Main St. Following services, she will give a short concert. Call (508) 366-7191 for info.

Wine Tasting Benefit
Citizens for a Better Shrewsbury (CBS) will hold a Wine Tasting Benefit from 7-9:30 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus, 206 S. Quinsigamond Ave. Tickets: $25. The tasting is presented by Renaissance Wine & Spirits.

Northborough Historical Society Meeting
Rescheduled from Feb. 22, the Northborough Historical Society will meet at
7:30 p.m.†at 50 Main St. Walter Bickford of Berlin will present his program, "A Fur
Piece from America's Mountain Men," following the business meeting.†All
are welcome to attend, and there is no admission charge. Visit www.northboroughhistsoc.org
or call (508) 393-6298
for info.

An Evening of Celtic Music
A fun, high energy show is coming to Hudson Town Hall’s auditorium, 78 Main St., at 7:30 p.m. as the Kerry Boys perform Celtic music, both traditional and original. Come enjoy top-notch performers Tony Pasqualoni on bass and Connecticut State Troubadour Pierce Campbell on a variety of instruments, including guitar. Snow date is March 1. Tickets: $12 ($10 advance), $9 students ($7 advance). For info or tickets, call the Arts Alliance at (978) 562-1646 or visit www.upwitharts.org.

Shrewsbury Cultural Council presents “Love Letters”
At 1 p.m., A.R. Gurney’s play “Love Letters” will be performed at the Shrewsbury Senior Center, 98 Maple Ave. The hit play, set in the WWII era, is a poignant and humorous look at life and love as told through the reading of letters. The program is free and open to the public. Please call (508) 841-8640 to reserve your seat.

WMPA 30th Anniversary Gala
The Westborough Music Parents Association is celebrating its 30th anniversary 8:30 p.m.-midnight at the DoubleTree Hotel in Westborough. The adult party (over 21 years) will include carving stations, hors d'oeuvres, pasta station, desserts, coffee and cash bar. Tickets: $70 through Feb. 15. Checks payable to WMPA may be mailed to WMPA, P.O. Box 31, Westborough, MA 01581. Silent auction donations may be made by calling Judy at (508) 870-1895.

Westborough Blood Drive
An American Red Cross blood drive will be held 2-8 p.m. at the Westborough Senior Center, 4 Rogers Rd. Appointments preferred, but walk-ins are also welcome. Call (800) 448-3543 or visit www.givelife.org for an appointment or info.


1 Saturday
Shir Appeal Coffee House
Shir Appeal, a Jewish a capella group, will perform at a Coffee House at 8 p.m. at the Westboro Area Jewish Community Center (WAJCC), 45 Oak St., Westborough. Formed in 1995, Shir Appeal is a group of Tufts University students who have performed throughout the country. Tickets (free to members of Tapestry for Jewish Life, $20 non-members) are available at the WAJCC, online at www.jewishwestboro.org or at the door. The event is being presented by Tapestry of Jewish Life, a program sponsored by the Central Massachusetts Jewish Federation.

St. Nicholas Pre-Lenten Dance
St. Nicholas Orthodox Church, 34 Gold St., Shrewsbury, will host a Pre-Lenten Dance from 7-11 p.m., with music by Charlie’s DJ Company. Cost: $10, $5 kids 12 and under. Includes cash bar and appetizers/pastry buffet. For info, call (508) 845-0088.

Tap the Sap!
NRWA Maple Sugaring Workshop
The Nashua River Watershed
Association (NRWA) invites the public to "Tap the Sap!," a
maple sugaring workshop for families from 1-3 p.m. at Williams Barn, Chicopee Row, Groton.†The program is best suited for families with children ages 5 and up.†Fee: NRWA
members - $6/person or $18/family (of three members or more);
non-members -$8/person or $24/family (of three members or more).
Pre-registration is required.†To register or for info,
contact Stacey Chilcoat, NRWA River Classroom Director, at (978)
448-0299 or StaceyC@NashuaRiverWatershed.org.†

Spellman Museum Stamp Bazaar
The annual Philatelic Bazaar will take place from 12-4 p.m. at Spellman Museum of Stamps and Postal History in Weston (on the Regis College campus). All types of philatelic materials will be available for purchase. For info, call (781) 768-8367 or visit www.spellman.org.


2 Sunday
Westborough Spin For Hope
From 9 a.m.-noon, the Westboro Tennis and Swim Club will be joining more than 30 clubs across New England hosting the American Cancer Society's Spin For Hope 4th annual event.†Those interested in participating should visit www.cancer.org/spinforhope or www.westborotennisandswimclub.com†and click on the registration link.

Stamp Out Breast Cancer Fund-Raiser
Help stamp out breast cancer during a fund-raiser at 1 p.m. at the Marlborough Fraternal Order of Eagles. To purchase tickets or for info, visit www.Stampwithtami.com.

WPL Hosts One-Woman Play
The Westborough Public Library, 55 W. Main St., continues its centennial celebration at 2 p.m. with a presentation of “Yours for Humanity: Abby Kelley Foster,” a one-woman play. Free and open to the public. For info, call (508) 366-3050.

Westborough Interfaith Concert
The annual Westborough Interfaith Community Concert, featuring a variety of music groups from the town’s religious congregations, starts at 3 p.m. at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 183 West Main St., Westborough. Donation: $10, $5 seniors/students, children 5 and under free. For advance tickets or info, call (508) 366-2635.

BWA Blast Fund-Raiser
A ski-athon fund-raiser to benefit Bretton Woods Adaptive, Inc. will be held at Bretton Woods, N.H. Call (603) 278-3398 for info.


3 Monday
Artist Guild of Shrewsbury Meeting
The March Artist Guild of Shrewsbury meeting will be from 7-9 p.m. in the community room
at Southgate, 30 Julio Dr., Shrewsbury. Program:
"Sketch Happening." Participants are asked to bring
sketch materials and objects, which will be arranged
in groups around the room.†Sketches will be based on
artistic instinct and made in timed intervals and will
produce a variety of results.†Participants will share
and analyze their work to determine possibilities for
development and growth into new works. Prospective

members are welcome.†Admission is free to paid
members or $10 for non-members.†


4 Tuesday
GFWC Marlborough Junior Woman’s Club Meeting
The next meeting of the GFWC Marlborough Junior Woman's Club will start at 7 p.m. at New Horizons,†400 Hemenway St.,†Marlborough.††The March meeting†will include the annual "Brown Bag Auction" and dinner. MJWC is always looking for new members who live or work in Marlborough, Hudson, or surrounding communities to get involved in our many community service projects.†If you are a new or interested member who would like to attend or need more info, e-mail join@marlboroughjuniors.org or visit www.marlboroughjuniors.org.

WPL Hosts Award-Winning Novelist
William Martin, award-winning author of “Back Bay” and “Harvard Yard,” will speak about his latest book, “The Lost Constitution,” at 7 p.m. at Westborough Public Library, 55 W. Main St. A limited number of books will be available for purchase and signing. Free and open to the public. For info, call (508) 366-3050.

Marlborough Hospital Education Program
From 7-8:30 p.m., Dr. Parulkar will present “Restoring Continence and Confidence in Women” at the Leahy Conference Center, Marlborough Hospital, 157 Union St. Free, but registration is required. Call (508) 486-5805 for info or to register.


5 Wednesday
Interfaith Series at First Congregational Church
“Hinduism in Shrewsbury,” part of the free “Interfaith Tolerance & Understanding” seminar series, will be presented 7-8:30 p.m. at the First Congregational Church of Shrewsbury, Route 140/Main St. “Islam in Shrewsbury” will be held March 12. Public (both youth and adult) is invited. For info, call (508) 845-7286 or e-mail office@fccsm.org.


6 Thursday
Northborough Garden Club Meeting
The Northborough Garden Club will meet at 7 p.m. at the Northborough Senior Center, One Centre Dr. (off Hudson Street). Guest speaker Carolyn McCubrey will “All About Birds.” Guests are welcome to attend for a $3 fee. For info, visit http://gardencentral.org/clubs/march.
†
Post Road Art Center Open Show
Opening reception for the Group juried "Open Show" will be 5:30-8:30 p.m. at the Post Road Art Center, 1 Boston Post Rd. East,
Marlborough. For info, call (508) 485-2580 or visit www.postroadartcenter.com. The show can be viewed during regular gallery hours through March 29, Mondays through
Saturdays, 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.


 
Group Photography Show Opening
The public is invited to an opening reception from 5:30-7 p.m. at Citizens Bank, 17 Pope St., Hudson, to meet area photographers exhibiting in the 2008 Photography Exhibit. Refreshments will be served. The exhibit can be viewed through March 28 during regular banking hours. There is no admission charge and the exhibit is wheelchair-accessible. Most photographs are available for purchase.

“Bye Bye Birdie” Performance 
“Bye Bye Birdie,” one of the most loved musical shows of our time, will be performed through March 8 at 7 p.m. (also at 2 p.m. March 8) at Hudson High School, 69 Brigham St. A light-hearted comedy, “By By Birdie” tells the story of Conrad Birdie, an Elvis-like rock and roll singer, who is about to be inducted into the army. Tickets: $8, $5 students/seniors. To reserve tickets, call (978) 567-6250 ext. 0131. 


7 Friday
Shrewsbury Woman’s Club Meeting
The March meeting of the Shrewsbury Woman’s Club will take place at the Congregational Church. As part of Vintage Day, members should wear vintage clothes, accessories or anything old fashioned. Bingo to follow the business meeting.


8 Saturday
10th Annual Pasta Dinner Fund-Raiser
The Worcester Center for Crafts’ Ceramics Department, 25 Sagamore Rd., Worcester, will host its 10th annual Pasta Dinner Fund-Raiser with seatings at 5:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Cost: $30, $5 children under 12. For ticket info, call (508) 753-8183.

“Coolhead Luke” Authors Visit WPL
The Westborough Public Library, 55 W. Main St., will host children’s author Jennifer White and her son, illustrator Colin White, creators of “Coolhead Luke and Other Stories” at 10:30 a.m. Free and open to the public. Call (508) 366-3050 for info.

Gloucester Hornpipe and Clog Society Concert
As part of the Saturday Morning Discovery Series, the Gloucester Hornpipe and Clog Society will perform a concert of sea shanties and traditional Irish music with a variety of instruments starting at 11 a.m. at the Walker Building, 3rd floor auditorium, 255 Main St., Marlborough. Free admission. For info, visit www.upwitharts.org or call the Arts Alliance at (978) 562-1646.

Post Office Passport Day
A special Passport Day will be held 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Northborough Post Office, 235 W. Main St., and from 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at Shrewsbury Post Office, 43 Maple Ave. Requirements: evidence of citizenship, two passport photos and current photo I.D. Cost: $100, $85 ages 16 and under, $75 renewals, $15 for photos (if needed). For info, call (508) 393-8285 (Northborough) or (508) 842-0243 (Shrewsbury).

Assabet Valley Mastersingers Choral Concert
“Ye Shall Have a Song!” a choral concert featuring an exciting and eclectic program of choral classics, will be held by the Assabet Valley Mastersingers at 8 p.m. at St. Mary’s Church, 640 Main St., Shrewsbury. Also March 9, at 3:30 p.m., at St. Mark’s School, 25 Marlboro Rd. (Route 85), Southborough. Tickets: $15, $12 students/seniors. For info, call (978) 562-9838 or visit www.avmsingers.org.

Northborough Library Comedy Night Fund-Raiser
Comedian Jon Lincoln is producing a night for supporters of the Northborough Free Library at Guiseppe’s Grille. An encore to last year's successful Comedy Night, this year's library fund-raising goals have shifted from the expansion/renovation project to furnishing the new space.†Seatings are at 7 and 9:30 p.m. and tickets ($30) can be purchased at the Northborough Free Library, 71 Lyman St., and Guiseppe's Grille, 35 Solomon Pond Rd., Northborough. Doors open 45 minutes before each show for hors d'oeuvres and a cash bar.†For info, all (508) 393-5025.

Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner
Just in time for St. Patrick’s Day, the congregation at First United Methodist Church (FUMC) of Hudson, 34 Felton St., invites the public to its annual Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner with seatings at 4:30 p.m. and 6 p.m. Tickets: $8,  $6 seniors,  $5 children under 12, free for children under 4, $30 max per family. For info,  call (978) 562-2932 or visit  www.hudsonfumc.com.

National Wildlife Refuge Program
Assabet River National Wildlife Refuge, main entrance on Hudson Road, Sudbury, invites the public to visit the refuge and learn more about it. Open to all ages and includes light walking on paved, gravel or dirt trails. For directions, visit www.fws.gov/northeast/easternmanwrcomplex/.

Shrewsbury Parks & Rec Opens Registration
Shrewsbury Parks & Recreation spring registration opens from 8-10 a.m. at Town Hall, 100 Maple Ave. Registration continues weekdays during normal business hours. Brochures available online at www.shrewsburyma.gov/parkrec/brochure.asp and at Town Hall, the Senior Center and the Shrewsbury Public Library.


9 Sunday
Spring Street School Fun Fair
Spring Street School in Shrewsbury will hold its annual Fun Fair
from noon - 4 p.m. The event will include
inflatables, games, crafts, silent auction, food, basket raffle, student
art show, magic shows, animal adventure shows, and a special
guest, Boston Red Sox Mascot Wally The Green Monster (1-3 p.m.).
Bring your camera! The public is welcome.

Passport Day at Westborough Post Office
Westborough Post Office, 150 East Main St., will hold a Passport Day from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Requirements: evidence of citizenship, two passport photos and current photo I.D. Cost: $100 ages 16 and over, $85 ages under 16, $75 renewals, $15 photos (if needed). For info, call (508) 366-7803. Applications can be downloaded at www.usps.com/passport.


Upcoming
Senior Health Information Fair
On March 10, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences – School of Nursing and the Shrewsbury Senior Center will hold a Senior Health Information Fair at the Senior Center, 98 Maple Ave. Seniors are encouraged to bring their medications or a list of medications as there will be pharmacy students available to answer questions. Call the Center at (508) 841-8640 to sign up to speak with a pharmacy student as time slots are limited. Refreshments and raffle. Rain date: March 11. Free and open to the public. Call (508) 841-8640 for info.

Westborough Garden Club Fund-Raiser
Mark† your calendar for March 11, from 6-9 p.m.†as the Westborough Garden†Club hosts a fund-raising event at Boxwell'
s Home DÈcor, Gifts and More to support the Scholarship Fund. The evening will be an opportunity to purchase gifts for special occasions†and beautiful home dÈcor items while supporting the Westborough† Garden Club Scholarship Fund.†Boxwell's will donate 20 percent of the evening's sales to the Scholarship† Fund.†Refreshments will be†served.
Boxwell's is located at 122†Turnpike Rd. (Route 9 east), Westborough.†

Art Appreciation Talk
Post Road Art Center, 1 Boston Post Rd. East, Marlborough, will host an Art Appreciation Talk March 13, 5:30-7 p.m. If you have ever felt in the dark about art and what everyone is looking at, this talk is for you! Guests will be looking at the current show hanging in the gallery and discussing the different mediums, composition style and techniques. To register or for info, e-mail Randi@postroadartcenter.com or call (508) 485-2580.

“A Town Divided, Boylston in the Revolutionary War”
The Boylston Historical Society, 7 Central St. (behind the Deli), will present “A Town Divided, Boylston in the Revolutionary War” March 13, at 7:30 p.m. Free and open to the public.

Southborough Library Hosts “Coolhead Luke” Authors
Jennifer and Colin White, a mother and son author and illustrator team, will be holding a book reading and signing at the Southborough Library, corner of Route 85/Main St., March 15 at 11 a.m. Their book, “Coolhead Luke and Other Stories” is a collection of humorous children's poetry. Jennifer White is the author of the poems, and her son, Colin, a seventh-grader at Grafton Middle School, is the illustrator. They will read from their book and have signed copies available for sale. Refreshments will be served. For info, call (508) 485-5031.

SYFS 25th Anniversary Gala

On March 15, Shrewsbury Youth & Family Services will celebrate a key
milestone in style at its 25th Anniversary Gala. Held at the Salem Commons
Dining Facility on the campus Saint John's High School, the event begins at 6
p.m. Guests will enjoy a cocktail reception with live music, silent auction,
a gourmet dinner, outstanding youth service
awards, and a live grand drawing.†For tickets or sponsorship
opportunities, contact SYFS at (508) 845-6932 or visit www.syfs.cfsites.org.

St. Patrick’s Day Benefit
The public is cordially invited to a St. Patrick’s Day Benefit March 15, from 7 p.m.-midnight, at Maronis Park, 52 S. Quinsigamond Ave., Shrewsbury. Entertainment provided by Shrewsbury’s own classic rock band, “Tension.” Tickets: $20. The benefit is
sponsored by the Shrewsbury Education Foundation.

Friends MPL Young People’s Concert Auditions
Auditions for The Friends of the Marlborough Public Library’s 11th annual Young People’s Performing Arts Festival Concert will take place March 15, from 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., in the library’s Bigelow Auditorium, 35 West Main St. Applications or further info is available by calling (617) 524-3775, (508) 485-0290 or (413) 648-9663 or by e-mailing quintbrass@earthlink.net or rajohnson36@verizon.net. Applications also available at The Friends information table at Marlborough Public Library. Auditions are open to high school age instrumentalists in the greater Marlborough area. 

Hudson Boy Scouts Pancake Breakfast
The 35th annual Pancake Breakfast, sponsored by Hudson Boy Scouts of America
Troops 2, 35 and 77, will be March 16, from 8:30 a.m.- noon, at Hudson Elks Lodge, 91 Park St. Donations: $4pp or $10 per family.

“Understanding Prostate Health” Education Program
Dr. Parulkar will present “Understanding Prostate Health” March 18, 7-8:30 p.m., at the Leahy Conference Center, Marlborough Hospital, 157 Union St. Free, but registration is required. Call (508) 486-5805 for info or to register.

Arthur Lambert Memorial Tournament
The Boys & Girls Clubs of MetroWest Alumni will host the 7th annual Arthur Lambert Memorial 3 On 3 Basketball Tournament March 28, starting at 5 p.m. (Jr. High and High School divisions, Adult divisions start at 6 p.m.) at Marlborough High school. Entry fee: $110. Spaces are filling fast. For info or to register, call Dennis Zilembo at (978) 562-9924.

CMDART Emergency Animal Sheltering Event
CMDART (Central Massachusetts Disaster Animal Response
Team) is co-sponsoring an Emergency Animal Sheltering†March 29 and 30 in Worcester. Fee: $60. For info, contact Frances Gaeta at (301) 548-7731 or fgaeta@humanesociety.org, or visit
humanesociety.org/university.†Registration forms can be downloaded at
http://www.cmdart.org/HSU_EAS_WorchesterMAs_12_07.pdf††or†register online at
http://www.humanesocietyu.org/workshops_and_classes/emergency_animal_shelter
ing_6.html††
†

Ongoing
Good Shepherd Lent Services
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 183 W. Main St., Westborough, will hold Lent services every Wednesday through March 12. Call (508) 366-7095 for info.

Donations Sought for Shoebox Raffle, Silent Auction
The parent group at Westborough's Fales Elementary School is currently organizing its annual Silent Auction and Shoebox Raffle, to be held March 15, from 1-4 p.m. at Fales School, 50 Eli Whitney St. The Fales Parent Group is now collecting donated items for the auction. The auction is open to everyone in the community and a free magic show
will be held at 3 p.m. To donate items or for info, contact Cheryl Goebel at (508) 366-0625 or cagoebel@charter.net.

Route 9 Business Builders Membership
Route 9 Business Builders, an established business networking organization, is looking for energetic, like-minded individuals with experience and an interest in growing their business to become members. The organization meets every Thursday at Reliant Mortgage, Route 9 in Westborough. For info, call Mark at (508) 826-7347 or visit www.rte9bb.com.

New Daisy Girl Scout Troop Forming
Daisy Girl Scouts is open to all Westborough girls in kindergarten. Daisy Girl Scouts meet in small groups with two or more adult leaders in a nurturing, inclusive environment. They go on local trips, do crafts, hike and explore Westborough, and work on service projects that benefit the community. Daisy Girl Scouts also earn patches through a variety of activities. A new troop is forming that meets Tuesdays from 5:30-6:30. For more info, contact Jill at (508) 836-5495.

Young at Heart Trips Planned
The Young at Heart group has some day trips and an overnight trip planned, including Aqua Turf in Connecticut for a St. Patrick's Day luncheon and entertainment March 13 ($55); April 6-12 is a 7-day trip to Savannah and Jekyll Island, Georgia and Beaufort, S.C. ($529); the Newport and Old Colony Railroad April 27 ($45, including lunch); and a trip to Northshore Music Theatre to see "The Producers" May 14 ($69, including lunch.) All trips leave from Faith Fellowship Church in Uxbridge and the Westborough Senior Center, 4 Rogers Rd. Deposits are due soon for the Savannah trip, so call Sue at (508) 476-3438 as soon as possible.

Conversation Volunteers Wanted
The Conservation Department of New England Wild Flower Society seeks volunteers to join the Society’s award-winning conservation programs including invasive plant mapping, and other critical field projects throughout New England. An important focus is the early detection and response to new invasions. No previous experience is necessary and comprehensive free training will be provided. Volunteers are needed in central and western Massachusetts. For more info, visit www.newenglandwild.org, contact jburns@newenglandwild.org or call (508) 877-7630 ext. 3203

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 Framingham Samaritans Center, 235 Walnut St., Framingham. For info or directions, call Kim Kates at (617) 536-2460.

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.

Refuge Fledglings Nature Programs
The Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge, 73 Weir Hill Rd., Sudbury, will offer a new nature program series for ages 2-5 years (siblings welcome) the 1st Wednesday of every month from 10-11 a.m. Includes crafts, stories, and games or songs that relate to each month’s topics. For info, call (978) 443-4661.

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.

Agape CafÈ
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.

Assabet Valley Pastoral Counseling Center
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.

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 a 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.

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.

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.