Calendar

14 Friday
Marlborough Drama Club Presents “Footloose”
The Marlborough Drama Club is pleased to present its Spring Musical, “Footloose,” at 7 p.m. at the Marlborough Middle School auditorium. Also March 15. Advance tickets are $8 for adults ($5 for students/seniors). To purchase advance tickets, call Joanne Hanson at (508) 460-3500 ext. 7510. Tickets for general admission will be available at the door for $10 adults ($8 for students/seniors).

SHS Presents “Once on this Island”
The Shrewsbury Schools Music and Drama Department will present its spring musical, “Once on this Island,” at the SHS auditorium, 64 Holden St., at 7 p.m., through March 15 (also at 2 p.m. March 16). Tickets will be $15 for adults and $10 for students/seniors.

Parents Night Out at First Federated Church
Join other parents for a "Night Out" with food and conversation from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at First Federated Church, 200 Central St., Hudson. Child care is provided. Topic: single parenting and divorce. Free admission.

Adult Synchro Skating Class
The Colonials Masters Synchronized Skating Team is offering the first of three synchronized skating classes from 8:25- 9:25 p.m. at the Nashoba Valley Olympia Rink, Route 111, Boxboro. Also March 21 and 28. Men and women over age 25 are welcome and should have basic skating skills of forward and backward cross-overs, and have mastered or working on mohawks and three turns. Classes are $25/week and skaters need to join USFSA or ISI when they sign up. For info, contact Coach Amy Boucher at (978) 502-5786/amylboucher@gmail.com or team member Ellen Racine at (508) 393-2343.


15 Saturday
Symphony Pro Musica Presents “Celebrating Family Time”
Symphony Pro Musica will hold the third concert of its 25th anniversary season at 7:30 p.m. at Hudson High School, 69 Brigham St. Also March 16, at 3:30 p.m., at Westborough High School. The program consists of pieces sure to please all ages.
A pre-concert lecture will precede each performance one hour prior to concert time. Tickets: $18–$20, free for students grade 12 and under. To order tickets, call (978) 562‑0939. For info, visit www.symphonypromusica.org.

St. Stephen's Church Celebrates St. Patrick's Day
The public is welcome to help St. Stephen's Episcopal Church celebrate St. Patrick's Day with its traditional corned beef and cabbage dinner with all the trimmings. The 7th annual family event features live Irish music and will be served at 6 p.m. at St. Stephen's Church Hall, 3 John St., Westborough. Cost: $9 per adult, $5 per child, $30 max per family.  For info or tickets, call (508) 366-4134. Tickets will not be available at the door.

Silhouette Artist at Gastonart
Gastonart and Frame of Shrewsbury, Route 9, Shrewsbury, will host silhouette artist Carol Lebeaux from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (appointments are required). Framing will also be available For info, call (508) 754-3700 or visit www.gastonartandframe.com.

Palm Sunday Mass at St. Matthias Church
St. Matthias Parish, 409 Hemenway St., Marlborough, will hold Palm Sunday mass at 4 p.m. Also March 16, with procession and mass at 10 a.m. For info, call (508) 460-9255 or visit www.stmattpar.org.

Southborough Education Foundation Spelling Bee
The first annual SEF Spelling Bee starts at 7 p.m. at Trottier Middle School in Southborough. Cheer on your favorite team of Southborough teachers, Algonquin students, Southborough firefighters and local officials. Spectators can win great raffle prizes, including a baseball signed by Tim Wakefield and a Bose radio. Local businesses and individuals are invited to sponsor a team’s entry fee. Admission: $2pp, $5 per family. For info, visit www.southboroughed.org or call Nicki Healey at (508) 460-6977.

WMPA Yard Sale Fund-Raiser
The Westborough Music Parents Association (WMPA) will hold its annual yard sale from 8 a.m. to noon in the Westborough High School cafeteria. Bring any items you wish to donate (no clothing, stuffed animals or large furniture) to the Westborough High School cafeteria March 14, from 5-8 p.m. For info, contact Carol DeMichele at (508) 366-8949 or caroldemichele@verizon.net.

Gaming Night at Shrewsbury Public Library
Due to the success of last January’s event, the SPLAT teen group at Shrewsbury Public Library, 609 Main St., will hold another Gaming Night starting at 5:30 p.m. Free of charge and open only to students in grade 5-12. Registration required. For info, call (508) 842-0081.

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., 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

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 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 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. 

Westborough Little League Tryouts
Baseball tryouts for the spring 2008 Little League season will be held in the Mill Pond School gym. For a detailed schedule, visit www.westborolittleleague.com. For questions or a scheduling conflict, contact Michael Stanton (baseball) at (508) 366-4519 or stantonway1@aol.com.


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

Nature Photography Roundtable
The Westborough Community Land Trust will hold a Nature Photography Roundtable from 3-4 p.m. at Westborough Public Library. Join nature photographers Gary Kessler, Paul Weisbach, Barry Hall and Robin Fleming as they discuss their approaches, share tips and answer questions. For info, visit www.westboroughlandtrust.org.

Temple Emanuel Purim Celebration
Purim will be celebrated at Temple Emanuel, 150 Berlin Rd., Marlborough, starting at 9:30 a.m. with music, games and fun for all ages! A Purim carnival will follow the Megillah reading. Everyone is encouraged to come in costume. Light refreshments will be served and Hamantashen will be available. For more info, contact Marion at (508) 480-8316.   

Palm Sunday at First Church in Marlborough
First Church in Marlborough, 37 High St., will celebrate Palm Sunday with a 10 a.m. worship and a 5 p.m. showing of “Jesus Christ Superstar” with pizza and discussion. All ages are welcome. For info, call (508) 485-6297.


17 Monday
Irish Magic Show at MPL
Magician Debbie O’Carroll brings Irish tales and contemporary stage magic together in the special St. Patrick’s Day event from 6:30-7:30 p.m. in the Bigelow auditorium at  Marlborough Public Library, 35 W. Main St. Recommended for children age 4 and up.  The free program is open to the public, with no registration required. For info, call the Children’s Room at (508) 624-6902.

Westborough Library St. Patrick’s Day Concert
In celebration of St. Patrick’s Day and Westborough Public Library’s Centennial, October Rose (Celtic, traditional folk and original music) will perform a concert at 7 p.m. at the library, 55 W. Main St. Free and open to the public. For info, call (508) 366-3050.

St. Patrick’s Day Talk on Irish Immigration
Dr. John B. Anderson will speak on “The Irish Immigration Experience” at 7 p.m., at the Shrewsbury Public Library, 609 Main St. Free and open to all. For info, call the library at (508) 842-0081.

Conversation CafÈ
Conversation CafÈ will hold its monthly discussion from 7:30-9 p.m., at the Marlborough Starbucks, Routes 85/20. Everyone is invited to drop in for lively, open-minded discussion. Contact David Kimball at (508) 485-4795 for info.

Irish Night Dinner at First Parish Berlin
First Parish Church, 24 Central St., Berlin, will turn into a “land of lads, lasses and leprechauns” for Irish Dinner Night. Advance tickets: $8, $5 kids 12 and under ($9/$6 day of supper). For info or tickets, call Jim McNickol at (508) 485-9204.


18 Tuesday
College Funding Seminar
A free seminar on “9 Ways to Beat the High Cost of College” will run from 7-8:30 p.m. at Hudson High School, 69 Brigham St. Reservations are required. For info or to register, call (888) 745-0624.

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

Shrewsbury Senior Center Hosts Trinity Big Band
Welcome spring with music!†The Trinity Big Band will perform music of
the 1940s at 1 p.m. at the Shrewsbury Senior
Center, 98 Maple Ave.†Come for an afternoon of musical
entertainment, refreshments, fun and friendship.†The event is sponsored by the Friends of the Shrewsbury Senior Center, Inc.

Food/Diet Education Program at Whitney Place
“Making friends with food: How to change a love/hate relationship to a healthy one” will be presented by Ginger Hoffman, RD, LDN from 6-7 p.m. at Whitney Place at Natick, 3 Vision Dr. (Route 9 west). Tours and light refreshments from 5:30-6 p.m. To register or for info, call Sharon Stagy at (508) 655-3344 ext. 3952.


20 Thursday
Spring Sampler of Songs Deadline
Last day to register for “Spring Sampler of Songs from the Silver Screen,” to be held March 24, at 1 p.m., at Northborough Senior Center, 1 Centre Dr. Ben Sears and Brad Conner will present songs from movie musicals and dramatic films. Cost: $5. Refreshments will be served. For info, call (508) 393-5035.

Maundy Celebration at First Church in Marlborough
First Church in Marlborough, 37 High St., will have communion and a tenebrae starting at 7:30 p.m. Call (508) 485-6297 for info.

Maundy Thursday at Wellspring United Methodist Church
Wellspring United Methodist Church of Shrewsbury will hold Maundy services at 7 p.m. with North Grafton United Methodist Church, 10 Overlook St., N. Grafton. For info, call (508) 842-4665 or visit www.wellspring.methodists.org.

Assabet Valley Family Network Meets
Assabet Valley Family Network, 169 Pleasant St. (Boys & Girls Club of MetroWest building), 2nd floor, Marlborough, will meet from 9:30-11 a.m. For more info, contact Karen McCarthy at kmcport@comcast.com or Jane Parker at BPauhana@aol.com.


21 Friday
Holi Celebration at Shrewsbury Library
The Children’s Department at Shrewsbury Public Library, 609 Main St., will celebrate the Indian festival of Holi (a festival of colors) with storytime at 10:30 a.m. and a drop-in craft during the day. No registration required. For info, call (508) 842-0081.

Good Friday at St. Matthias Church
St. Matthias Parish, 409 Hemenway St., Marlborough, will observe Good Friday with Stations of the Cross at 3 p.m. and Veneration of the Cross at 7 p.m. For info, visit www.stmattpar.org or call (508) 460-9255.

Good Friday at Church of the Nativity
A program of meditations and music will be offered at 12 p.m. at Church of the Nativity, 45 Howard St., Northborough, followed by a children’s service with Stations of the Cross at 2:30 p.m. and a Good Friday service at 7:30 p.m. For info, call (508) 393-3146.

Good Friday at First Church in Marlborough
Celebrate Thresholds of Good Friday at the First Church in Marlborough, 37 High St., any time from 12-6:30 p.m. For info, call (508) 485-6297.

Good Friday at Trinity Church
The sanctuary at Trinity Church, 23 Main St., Northborough, will be open 12-7 p.m. for “Stepping Stone to the Cross,” a reflective and interactive display. A service will follow at 7:30 p.m. Visit www.trinitynorthborough.org for info.

“Round the Clock” Prayer Vigil
Beginning Good Friday at 7 p.m. through 6 a.m. Easter morning, March 23, Wellspring United Methodist Church of Shrewsbury will be holding an ongoing “at-home” Easter prayer vigil. People interested in signing up should contact the church office at (508) 842-4665 or e-mail wellspring@methodists.org with their name and preferred time slot. The Friday evening service and Easter Vigil booklet will then be mailed or e-mailed to them.

Westborough Blood Drive
Westboro Tennis & Swim, 35 Chauncy St., will host an American Red Cross blood drive from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Appointments are preferred. But walk-ins are also welcome. For an appointment or info, call (800) 448-3543 or visit www.givelife.org.

Shrewsbury Blood Drive
Shrewsbury Senior Center, 98 Maple Ave., will host an American Red Cross blood drive 2-8 p.m. Appointments are preferred, but walk-ins are also welcome. For an appointment or info, call (800) 448-3543 or visit www.givelife.org.


22 Saturday
Easter Vigil at Calvary Retreat Center
The Calvary Retreat Center, 59 South St., Shrewsbury, will hold its Holy Saturday Celebration of the Easter Vigil at 7:30 p.m. Open to the public. For info, call (508) 842-8821.

St. Matthias Easter Vigil
Liturgy will take place at 8 p.m. at St. Matthias Parish, 409 Hemenway St., Marlborough. Visit www.stmattpar.org or call (508) 460-9255 for info.


23 Sunday
Trinity Church Easter Services
An Easter sunrise service will be held by Trinity Church of Northborough at 6:30 a.m. at Tougas Farm, 246 Ball St. Easter services will also be held at 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. at the church, 23 Main St., Northborough. All are welcome. Visit www.trinitynorthborough.org for info.

Easter Sunday at St. Matthias†
Easter Sunday masses will be celebrated at 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. at St. Matthias parish, 409 Hemenway St., Marlborough. A children’s Easter egg hunt will follow the 9 a.m. mass. Call (508) 460-9255 or visit www.stmattpar.org for info.

Wellspring United Methodist Church Easter Sunday
An Easter sunrise service will be celebrated by Wellspring United Methodist Church of Shrewsbury starting at 6 a.m. at the Dean Park Bandstand. An Easter service will be held at 9:45 a.m. at the Matthew John Whittal Masonic Lodge, Route 9 west, Shrewsbury. Visit www.wellspring.methodists.org or call (508) 842-4665 for info.

Easter Sunday at First Church in Marlborough
Easter services at First Church in Marlborough will include a 6:30 a.m. sunrise service at Marlborough Country Club and a 10 a.m. worship celebration at the church, 37 High St., followed by an Easter egg hunt for children. For info, call (508) 485-6297.


Upcoming
Senior Center Diabetic Support Group
The Diabetic Support Group at Northborough Senior Center, 1 Centre Dr., meets March 25, at 1 p.m. Guest speaker Helen Morin will discuss tai chi for diabetics. All are welcome. Call (508) 393-5035 for info.

Maurice DePalo Campaign Rally
The Committee to Elect Maurice M. DePalo invites Shrewsbury residents to a Campaign Rally at the Italian American Victory Club on Dewey Road March 26 at 7 p.m.†For more info, contact the Committee to Elect at (508) 842-5453, e-mail mbdepalo@townisp.com, or visit www.mauricedepalo.com.


Marlborough Blood Drive
An American Red Cross blood drive will be held March 26, 2:30-7:30 p.m., at the Masonic Hall, Main/Newton sts., Marlborough. Appointments preferred, but walk-ins are welcome. For an appointment or info, call (800) 448-3543 or visit www.givelife.org.

Mothers and More Meeting
The Assabet Valley Chapter of Mothers and More meets March 26, at 7 p.m., at National Grid, 55 Bearfoot Rd., Northborough. Topic: “Keeping Your
Kids Safe From Ticks.” For more info, call (508)
936-6882 or visit www.mothersandmoreassabetvalley.org.


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.

MS Dance Fund-Raiser
Dancing for MS (Multiple† Sclerosis):†Stepping Out with†Cathy's Crew†fund-raiser will be held March 28, from 7 p.m.-midnight, at the Knights of Columbus Hall,†17 Willow
St.,†Westborough.†Includes DJ,
raffle/auction, and cash bar.†Tickets are $20 each and available in†Northborough
at Lowe's Market, Shattuck's Pharmacy and Strut; by calling (508) 393-1551; or†e-mailing
cathleen_mcauliffe@charter.net.†A limited number will be available at† the door.

Call to Artists!
“Creative Figure Show,” a group juried show, is coming up at the Post Road
Art Center in Marlborough. All artists are welcome to enter and prizes will be awarded.
Entries will be judging on composition, creativity and technique. Submissions
will be accepted March 28-April 3. Opening reception is April 10, from 5:30-8:30 p.m. For info and registration forms, visit  www.postroadartcenter.com.

Muscular Dystrophy Play-A-Thon Fund-Raiser
Falcetti Music, 246 Boston Turnpike Rd., Shrewsbury, will present the Play Forever Organ Program play-a-thon to help fight muscular dystrophy March 29, from 12-3 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. For info, call (508) 755-5443. 

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.

“Art in 3D Workshop”
The GFWC Marlborough Junior Woman's Club will be holding an"Art in 3D Workshop," an afternoon of creativity and design for children, March 30, from 1-4 p.m., at the Marlborough Intermediate Elementary School cafeteria.†The free event†provides multiple art mediums with which youngsters can experiment. Activities include Sculpting, Origami, Mobiles and Wire Art†and is†arranged in such a fashion that any Brownie or Junior level Girl Scout attending can earn her Art in 3D badge.†Registration is available online at http://marlboroughjuniors.org/artworkshop/.

Ongoing
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.

Post Road Art Center Exhibition
The Group juried "Open Show" at the Post Road Art Center, 1 Boston Post Rd. East,
Marlborough, can be viewed during regular gallery hours through March 29, Mondays through
Saturdays, 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
For info, call (508) 485-2580 or visit www.postroadartcenter.com.
 
Group Photography Show Exhibit
The 2008 Photography Exhibit can be viewed through March 28 at Citizens Bank, 17 Pope St., Hudson, during regular banking hours. There is no admission charge and the exhibit is wheelchair-accessible.

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.

Conservation 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.