Calendar

28 Friday
Grafton Common Spring Fling
Join the merchants around the Grafton Common, 1 Grafton Common, for a special Spring Fling from 5-8 p.m. (the event will continue throughout the weekend). A gallery of fine arts will be presented by Cirrus Wine Cellar, along with wine tasting; musical performances by Apple Tree Arts; refreshments at The Tuscan Rose and Peggy’s Place Boutique; and open houses at Antiques on the Common, The Country Store and Le Petit Spa.

Dixieland Dance
The Ballroom Dance group at First Parish Church Unitarian Universalist, 40 Church St., Northborough, will sponsor a Dixieland Dance at 7 p.m. Proceeds from the event goes to support volunteers who will travel to Biloxi, Mississippi in April to help with ongoing rebuilding efforts following Hurricane Katrina.†Attendees may come to dance or to listen to the music. Donations will be collected at the door and refreshments will be sold during intermission.

SCDC Volunteer Fair
The Shrewsbury Child Development Committee is holding a Volunteer Fair from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. at Mount Olivet Church, 34 Prospect St., Shrewsbury. Come learn about the volunteer opportunities available. The SCDC is a volunteer organization dedicated to providing programs and activities for children age birth to 5 and their families. For info, visit www.scdc.org, e-mail scdckids@scdc.org or call (508) 841.8300 ext.  1477.

Pro Musica Youth Chorus “Spring Sing”
The Pro Musica Youth Chorus will perform “Spring Sing,” a spring concert, at 7 p.m. at Hudson Town Hall, 78 Main St. Special guest: Simple Harmonic Motion, a men’s collegiate a cappella ensemble from WPI. Tickets are $9, $7 seniors/students. To order tickets or for info, call the Arts Alliance at (978) 562-1646.

Arthur Lambert Memorial Tournament
The Boys & Girls Clubs of MetroWest Alumni will host the 7th annual Arthur Lambert Memorial 3 On 3 Basketball Tournament, 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 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 now be accepted through April 3. Opening reception is April 10, from 5:30-8:30 p.m. For info and registration forms, visit  www.postroadartcenter.com.


29 Saturday
Proctor Goes Hawaiian Celebration
The Fannie E. Proctor School, 26 Jefferson Rd., Northborough, will hold its annual spring fair from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. A variety of activities and entertainment for all ages includes a giant slide, obstacle course, moon bounce, hula hoop and limbo contests, raffles, silent auction and much more. Also, “Magician Extraordinaire” Fran Flynn will present a magic show. All are welcome.

Kensho Ryu Grand Opening
Kensho Ryu of Hudson, 21 Main St. (Cochran Building), Suite 3B, will hold a Grand Opening from 2-4 p.m. Bring a friend and enjoy refreshments, demonstrations and door prizes. For info, visit www.ksrhudson.com.

Armstrong Family Fun Day
The Armstrong Elementary School Family Fun Day will be held 12-4 p.m. at the school, 50 West St., Westborough. Includes games, magician, bounce house, cake walk, face painting, food, basket raffle and more.

Northborough Lions Club Casino Night
The Northborough Lions Club will hold a Casino Night from 6-11 p.m. at the American Legion on West Main Street.

Nobscot Scout Reservation Walk
As part of the Campaign to Conserve Nobscot Reservation, Sudbury Valley Trustees will be coordinating walks of the property on the weekends of March 29 & 30 and April 5 & 6.†Meet at White Lodge at the Nobscot Scout Reservation, Nobscot Road in Sudbury.† The walks will go from White Lodge to Tippling Rock and back, and will take approximately 1 hour 45 minutes. For more info, contact Christa Collins (ccollins@svtweb.org, 978-443-5588 x15) or visit www.svtweb.org.

Northborough Historical Society Supper
The Northborough Historical Society, 50 Main St., will hold a Spaghetti Supper from 5-7 p.m.
Menu includes spaghetti, meatballs, garden salad, bread, apple crisp and beverages. Cost: $7, $6 seniors, $3.50 kids.
For
info, call (508) 393-3869.

2nd Annual Faithlift Auction
The First United Methodist Church of Marlborough announces the 2nd Annual Faithlift Auction, featuring dinner, live and silent auctions, and trivia breaks, from 5:30-8:30 p.m., at the Moose Family Center, 67 Fitchburg St., Marlborough. Dine on home-made soups, chowders and chili and bid on a fabulous selection of items, including a hot-air balloon ride, airplane flying lessons, an autographed Red Sox baseball, gift certificates, more. For info, call (508) 303-5014.

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 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†in Worcester. Also March 30. 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.


30 Sunday
Music of the Gaslight Era Concert
The Westborough Public Library, W. Main St., presents “Popular Music of the Gaslight Era (1890-1920),” a concert by John Root, at 2 p.m. The concert features a diverse repertoire of instrumental and vocal musical styles from the turn of the previous century. Free and open to the public. For info, call the library at (508) 366-3050.

“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, 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/.

Westborough Historical Society Open House
Learn about Westborough’s rich history from 2 to 4 p.m. at an Open House hosted by the Westborough Historical Society, located at the Sibley House, 13 Parkman St.


31 Monday
Treasures in Your Attic: Old and Rare Books
Kenneth Gloss, proprietor of the nationally known Brattle Book Shop in Boston’s Downtown Crossing, will give a free and open talk on "Treasures in Your Attic: Old and Rare Books." The talk starts at 7:30 p.m. at the Willows of Westborough, 1 Lyman St. The event is sponsored by the Westborough Historical Society. For further info, call the Brattle Book Shop at 1-800-447-9595 or visit www.brattlebookshop.com.

MANN General Meeting
“Five Centuries of American Housing - On One Marlborough Street” will be the subject of a slide show presentation during the General Meeting of the Marlborough Area Newcomers and Neighbor (MANN) at 7 p.m. For those interested in joining Newcomers, half price membership of $12 per family is being offered during March. For info, call (508) 481-5689 or visit www.MarlboroughNewcomers.com.

Fall Prevention Workshop
The Northborough Senior Center, 1 Centre Dr., will offer a Fall Prevention and Educational Workshop at 1 p.m. Participants can take a simple test to determine whether they’re at risk for falling and get advice on lowering the risk of falls. For reservations or info, call (508) 393-5035.


1 Tuesday
GFWC Junior Woman’s Club Meeting
The next meeting of the GFWC Marlborough Junior Woman's Club starts at 7:30 p.m. at New Horizons,†400 Hemenway St.,†Marlborough.†The GFWC Marlborough Junior Woman's Club†is a non-profit civic organization dedicated to community improvement through volunteerism.†Those interested in becoming a member can e-mail join@marlboroughjuniors.org or visit www.marlboroughjuniors.org for info.

Family Scavenger Hunt at SPL
The Shrewsbury Public Library, 609 Main St., will offer “Escape From Miss Fortune’s Fun House,” a scavenger hunt-style program for families, at 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. Teams of up to four (at least one adult and one child grades 3-12) should register as soon as possible since space is limited. For info or to register, call the library at (508) 842-0081 ext. 4.


2 Wednesday
Young Adult Author Event at WPL
Westborough Public Library will host award-winning young adult novelist Marcella Pixley, author of  “Freak,” at 7 p.m. All are welcome. For info, call (508) 366-3050.

Hudson High School Faculty Recital
Come hear Hudson music teachers perform for their students at 6:30 p.m. at the Hudson High School Mini Theater, 69 Brigham St. All ages are welcome and admission is free.

Shrewsbury Relay For Life Meeting
“Soar for a Cure at the Miracle on Oak Street” and help the Relay For Life of Shrewsbury fight cancer! The next team meeting starts at 7:30 p.m. at the Oak Middle School media center. For info about joining or forming a team, contact Deb Ricardi at dgr.srfl@yahoo.com.


3 Thursday
Arts Alliance Members’ Spring Art Exhibit
The public is invited to attend the opening reception of the Arts Alliance Members’ Spring Art Exhibit from 5:30-7 p.m. at Citizens Bank, 17 Pope St., Hudson. Refreshments will be served and info about the Arts Alliance and the exhibiting artists will be available. The public is also welcome to view the work from April 3-25 during regular bank hours. For info, call (978) 562-1646 or visit www.upwitharts.org.

SVT Reading Group/Book Club
Join Sudbury Valley Trustees from 7-9 p.m. at Wolbach Farm for the launch of SVT’s new reading group. The first selection is Aldo Leopold’s “A Sand County Almanac.” The group will†meet the first Thursday of every month. Free for SVT members, $5 non-members. For further info on this and other events, visit www.svtweb.org.

Marlborough Rotary Club Meeting
The Marlborough Rotary Club meet at 12:15 p.m. at its new venue, Coral Seafoods in downtown Marlborough.

SVT Low Carbon Diet Workshop
Sudbury Valley trustees will present a 4-part “Low Carbon Diet” workshop from 7-9 p.m. at Wolbach Farm in Sudbury. The goal of the workshop is to reduce each participant’s yearly CO2 emissions by 5,000 pounds. Free, but participants are encouraged to purchase David Gershon’s “Low Carbon Diet” ($12.95) at the first meeting. Registration is required. Call (978) 443-7284 to register or for info.


4 Friday
YMCA of Central Mass Kid’s Auction
The YMCA of Central Massachusetts' Boroughs Family Branch will hold its annual live auction 6:30-11 p.m. at White Cliffs, 167 Main St., Northborough, to support the Strong Kids Campaign. Along with the live auction, there will be a dinner, and other entertainment. Tickets: $50 per person. For info or tickets, call (508) 870-1320.

Northborough Blood Drive
An American Red Cross blood drive will run from 1-7 p.m. at Trinity Church, 23 Main St., Northborough. Appointments preferred, but walk-ins are welcome also. For an appointment or info, call (800) 448-3543 or visit www.givelife.org.


5 Saturday
GFWC Fashion Show and Luncheon
GFWC Westborough Woman's Club†is sponsoring its annual Fashion Show and Luncheon, featuring Talbot’s, at DoubleTree Hotel in Westborough.†Tickets are $30 per person.†The event starts with a social hour from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., followed by the luncheon at 12:30 p.m. and the fashion show at 1:30†p.m. Proceeds will support community service projects and scholarships administered by the Westborough Woman's Club. For tickets (deadline is April 1) or info, call Judy at (508) 870-1895 or Marilyn at (508) 366-4025.

Shrewsbury’s Big Read Kick-Off
The kick-off event for Shrewsbury’s Big Read Community Reading Project starts at 2 p.m. with a puppet show at the Shrewsbury Senior Center, 98 Maple Ave. Through 5 p.m., guests can enjoy music, food and arts from various groups representing Shrewsbury’s many ethnic and cultural traditions. A performance for adults by storyteller Jay O’Callahan will be held at 7 p.m. (free tickets, available at the Shrewsbury Public Library, are needed to attend this performance).

Spring Is Coming at Tower Hill
Join Worcester County Horticultural Society past president, T&G's "Roots of Wisdom" columnist and WTAG Garden Radio host Paul Rogers at 1 p.m. at Tower Hill Botanic Garden, 11 French Dr., Boylston, for “Spring is Coming: Are You Ready?” The timely and informative discussion will focus on getting your property in tip-top shape and ready for the upcoming growing season. Cost: $15 members, $17.50 non-members. To register or for info, call (508) 869-6111 ext. 124 or visit www.towerhillbg.org.

Venture Crew 11 Spaghetti Dinner
Venture Crew 11 is having a spaghetti supper to benefit the Posluszny
Family of  Northborough, who lost their house in a fire last December.†The supper will be held 5-8 p.m.
at the American Legion Post, 402 West Main St., Northborough.
Tickets: $10, $5 children, $30 max per family.
Tickets will be sold at the door as well as through Venture Crew members.
For info or to purchase tickets, call Susan or Jim Halpin
at (508) 351-9527.

Habitat for Humanity Spring Auction
The community is invited to a Spring Auction to benefit the first Habitat for Humanity house to be built in Hudson. The event will take place at the Elks Lodge, Park Street in Hudson, beginning at 6 p.m. with a silent auction preview. A cash bar, appetizers and desserts will be provided until 10 p.m. Tickets can be purchased in advance for $20pp or $30 per couple by contacting Wendy Cohen at (978) 618-5672. Groups of 10 can also reserve a table for $150. Tickets will be available at the door for $25pp. For info, e-mail danielle.moskowitz@comcast.net.

“Tastefully Tower Hill”
A special "taste of" event from 6-9 p.m., “Tastefully Tower Hill’ features sumptuous and hearty foods from the area's finest caterers and restaurants, including Apple Spice Junction, Armeno Coffee Roasters, Aunty Ellen’s Creative Confections, Currier & Chives, Flying Rhino CafÈ, Pepper’s Fine Foods, and many more. Live music, cash bar and surprises. Tickets: $35. Call (508) 869-6111 ext. 136 to order tickets or download an order form at www.towerhillbg.org. Tower Hill Botanic Garden is located at 11 French Dr., Boylston.

Unitarian Universalist Annual Spring Auction
The Unitarian Universalist Church will hold its annual Spring Auction starting at 6 p.m., at St. Luke’s Parish Center on Ruggles Street, Westborough. Includes a live auction and a silent auction of items, services and week-weekend vacation homes. Entertainment provided by The Usual Suspects Band. Tickets are $12. For tickets, call Pauline at (508) 870-2863 or, for info, call the church office at (508) 366-2635.

N.E. Wild Flower Society Pruning Program
From 1:30-4:30 p.m., “Pruning Shrubs with the Pros” will be held at the New England Wild Flower Society, 180 Hemenway Rd., Framingham. In the hands-on workshop, participants will work in small groups for guided practice on woody members of Garden in the Woods’ shrub collection. Learn to enhance a plant’s vigor, health and appearance while discovering what types of tools to use, when to prune and how the plant responds. Preregistration required. Visit www.newenglandWILD.org or call (508) 877-7630 for info.

Stamp Collection Evaluations at Spellman Museum
The Spellman Museum of Stamps & Postal History at Regis College, 235 Wellesley St., Weston, will hold its annual Stamp Road Show from 12-4 p.m. For $15, stamp experts will review collections and provide advice. Info on starting or adding to collections will also be available. Admission is free for those bringing collections. For info, call (781) 768-8367 or visit www.spellman.org.


6 Sunday
Troop 2 Pancake and Sausage Breakfast
Marlborough Boy Scout Troop 2 will hold its 13th annual all-you-can-eat Pancake & Sausage Breakfast from 8 a.m.-noon at the Moose Lodge, 67 Fitchburg St., Marlborough. Cost: $5 adults, $3 seniors/children.


Upcoming
Artist Guild of Shrewsbury Meeting
The monthly Artist Guild of Shrewsbury meeting will be April 7, from 7-9 p.m., in the community room
at Southgate, 30 Julio Dr., Shrewsbury.†Joyce
Rettstadt of the Princeton Arts Society will present a workshop on "Successful Colors."†Participants should bring tubes of paint (acrylic or watercolor), a brush and paper. Discover how to avoid undesirable colors and learn to mix pigments to get the colors that you really want.
 Admission is free to paid members or $10 for
non-members, applicable towards membership dues.

AV Post Grad Technical Training Info Session
The next information session for the Assabet Valley Post Graduate Technical Training program will be held April 8, at 9 a.m., at Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School, 215 Fitchburg St., Marlborough. All applicants must attend an info session prior to applying. Serious applicants will bring proof of high school diploma or GED, medical records indicating two doses of MMR vaccine and a recent tetanus shot, and be prepared to schedule a personal interview with the Admissions rep. For info, contact Cindy Zomar at (508) 485-9430 ext. 250 or visit www.assabettech.com, under the Post Graduate tab.

Assabet Valley Mothers and More
The next meeting of the Assabet Valley Chapter of Mothers and More will be April 8, at 7 p.m. Topic: “Finding a
Hobby.” Visitors welcome
for information, refreshments and an evening out.†For the meeting location, visit
www.mothersandmoreassabetvalley.org or call the voice mail at (508)
936-6882.

SOLF Wild Flower Slide Show
The Southborough Open Land Foundation invites the public to celebrate spring with a slide show of wild flower from the Garden in the Woods in Framingham. The show will be at the Southborough Library, Main St./Route 85, April 9 at 7 p.m.
In addition to being beautiful, the slides will show guests how to introduce wild flowers into their home gardens.

Sudbury Valley Trustees Woodcock Walk
Enjoy a beautiful spring sunset while watching and listening for the incredible woodcock flight April 10, 6-7:30 p.m., at Greenways Reservation in Wayland. Male woodcocks fly in an upward spiral and make a distinctive call to attract nearby females. Join Framingham Conservation Agent Michele Grzenda and Sudbury Valley Trustees for a memorable walk and a most impressive display. Registration is required. Cost: free for members, $5 non-members. For info or to register, call (978) 443-5588.

JLW Girls’ Night Out
The Junior League of Worcester presents its 2nd annual Girls’ Night Out April 10, 5:30-9:30 p.m., at the College of the Holy Cross, Hogan Ballroom, 1 College St., Worcester. Tickets: $25. Visit www.jlwma.org for info and a list of participating vendors.

River’s Edge Players Present “Rumors”
Tickets are now available for the River’s Edge Players’ production of the Neil Simon comedy “Rumors.” The community theater is offering three evening performances April 11, 12 and 18 at 7:30 p.m. onstage at Hudson Town Hall, 78 Main St. Due to explicit language, parental guidance is recommended. Tickets are $15, $12 for seniors/students. To order, call (978) 562-1646 or visit www.upwitharts.org.

Tower Hill Workshops
On April 12, Tower Hill Botanic Garden, 11 French Dr., Boylston, will hold a workshop on “Apple Scion Grafting” from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. (cost: $60 members, $65 non-members), and “Pondless Waterfall Construction” from 1-4 p.m. (cost: $20 members, $25 non-members). For info or to register, call (508) 869-6111 or visit www.towerhillbg.org.

WCLT Birds of Prey Program
Falcons. Owls. Hawks… How are these magnificent raptors struggling to survive as their habitat disappears? Raptor expert and environmental educator Larry Keating from Rulers of the Wind will present a live birds of prey program April 12, 10-11 a.m., at the Westborough Knights of Columbus Hall, 17 Willow St. The Westborough Community Land Trust invites wildlife enthusiasts of all ages to the public program. Donations will be welcomed.

AVA Family Network Family Fun, Resource Fair
On April 12, from 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., the Assabet Valley Area Family Network will hold the Second Annual Family Fun and Resource Fair for families with children ages 0-5.†The fair is free and open to all, and will take place in the gymnasium at the Kane Elementary School, 520 Farm Rd., Marlborough. There will be free prizes, giveaways and entertainment from area musicians and more.†Please bring a non-perishable food item for the local food pantry.†For more info, call the AVAFN at (508) 485-0085.

Annual Westborough Rabies Clinic
The annual Rabies Clinic sponsored by the Westborough Woman's Club will be held April 12 at the Westborough Department of Public Works garage, Oak Street. Dogs on a leash will be seen from 9:30-10:15 a.m.†and cats in a carrier from 10:30-11 a.m. Participants should bring last year's rabies vaccine certification.†Rabies vaccine fee: cash or check payable to Westborough Woman's Club. Dog licenses will be for sale by the Town Clerk during the morning for an additional fee.†For info, call Judy at (508) 870-1895

Mark Train One-Man Play at WPL
In celebration of National Library Week and its centennial, Westborough Public Library will present “And Now…Mark Twain,” a one-person play by Richard Clark, April 13 at 2 p.m. Free and open to the public. For info, call (508) 366-3050.

Master Singers of Worcester Organ Concert
The Master Singers of Worcester will perform “Dueling Organs: Choral Music for a Splendid Space” April 13, at 4 p.m., at St. Paul’s Cathedral, 38 High St., Worcester. The concert will include music showcasing the splendid acoustics and magnificent pipe organs at each end of St. Paul’s Cathedral. Tickets: $20 general, $18 student/senior. Order by phone at (508) 842-1349 or online at www.mswma.org.

Charity Art Show to Benefit UNICEF
The MA Artist’s Charity Art Show & Silent Auction will take place April 19, from 2-10 p.m., at the Knights of Columbus, 17 Willow St., Westborough. Art exhibits will include acrylic, oil and watercolor paintings; photography; mixed media; and more. A silent auction will run from 2-8 p.m. and include such items as sailing lessons, bed & breakfast gift certificate, Comedy Club tickets, much more. Tickets (sold at the door) are $20 per person and include food and coffee. For more info, visit†http://maartists.tripod.com.
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Ongoing
Summer Drama Workshop Offerings
A variety of theater arts education programs is being offered by the Arts Alliance to area students entering grades 1-13. Each drama workshop concludes with a performance of a popular production. All sessions meet weekdays, with a few Saturday performances. Registration is limited and on a first-come, first-served basis. Tuition fees are discounted for members of the Arts Alliance. Most programs begin June 23. For info and a downloadable registration form that can be printed and forwarded, visit www.upwitharts.org or call (978) 562-1646.

Young at Heart Upcoming Trips
The Young at Heart group has trips planned for the next few months, including a trip to Newport w/a train ride along the water and lunch at a restaurant April 27; a 7-day trip to Savannah, Ga., from April 6-12; the Northshore Music Theatre for the Broadway hit "The Producers" May 21; and a trip to Essex, Conn., for The Essex steam train and riverboat cruise June 26. All trips leave from the Westborough Senior Center, 4 Rogers Rd. Call Sue at (508) 476-3438 for trip costs and info.

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.

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.

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.

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.