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9 Friday
Oak Middle School Spring Musical
Oak Middle School in Shrewsbury is presenting its spring musical, “The Boy Friend,” at 7 p.m. (also May 10 at 7 p.m. and May 11 at 2 p.m.). Tickets: $7, $5 seniors/student. Contact Donna at (508) 842-9395 for tickets or info.

Friends of the Northborough Library Book Sale
The Friends of the Northborough Library will be holding their annual Spring Book Preview Sale for Friends members from 1-4 p.m. at Rice Baptist Church, 85 Lincoln St. (off of Route 20), Northborough. The sale opens to the general public May 10, 9-2 p.m. A bag sale of $5 per bag will occur at the end of May 10.

Westborough High School's Center Stage Production
Students from Westborough High School will perform four one-act plays during the Student-Directed One Act Play Festival at 7 p.m. in the WHS auditorium, West Main St. The plays being performed are "Matterhorn," "The Role of Della," "Act III, Scene v" and "Just Business." Tickets are $10 and will be available at the door. For more info, call (508) 836-7720

Relay For Life “Paint the Town Purple”
The public is invited to help “Paint the Town PURPLE” through May 17 in honor of the American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Shrewsbury, to be held May 16-17 at the Oak Middle School track. To purchase purple bows to hang on your doors and mailboxes, contact Deanna at (508) 845-5341. For Relay info, contact Deb at deb.srfl@yahoo.com.

Westborough Players' Club "Not Now, Darling"
The Westborough Players' Club is presenting the adult British comedy "Not Now,
Darling" at The Willows of Westborough, Lyman Street, Westborough,  at 8 p.m. (also May 10, 11, 16 and 17. The May 11 performance will be a matinee at 2 p.m.; all other performances are at 8 p.m.). Tickets ($12, $10 seniors/students) may be reserved online at www.westboroughplayers.com or by calling (508) 393-4627.

Chamber Women’s Business Council Meeting
The Assabet Valley Chamber and the Marlborough Regional Chamber are hosting a joint Women’s Business Council Meeting from 11:15 a.m.-1:15 p.m. at the Embassy Suites Hotel, 123 Boston Post Rd. West, Marlborough. Guest speaker: Elizabeth Funk, principal of EFL Consulting and the former CEO of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Corporations of MA. Registration is due by May 7. Cost: $20 pp and payable at the door. For info, contact the Assabet Valley Chamber of Commerce at (978) 568-0360 or e-mail info@assabetvalleychamber.org.

Spring Connections Luncheon Deadline
Deadline to register for the Women's Business Network’s Annual Spring Connections Luncheon (to be held May 16, from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., at Fruitlands Museum in Harvard). The soup and sandwich networking event is open to members and any woman interested in business. For details, visit www.wbn-ma.org. To register ($15 - checks payable to Seasonal Specialties), contact Clare Harlow at (978) 394-1057 or clarehl@juno.com.


10 Saturday
Take It or Leave It Day
For Northborough residents only, Take It or Leave It Day (formerly Junque Day) will be held 8 a.m.-2 p.m. at Renewal By Anderson, 104 Otis St., Northborough. Drop off quality, reusable items and take home new (to you) items. For info or to volunteer, call Betty Tetreault at (508) 393-8514 or the Northborough Engineering Department at (508) 393-5015.

Mother’s Day Weekend, Concert at Tower Hill
In celebration of Mother’s Day, all mothers will have free admission to Tower Hill Botanic Garden, 11 French Dr., Boylston, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Also May 11 with 2 p.m. guided tour. A concert will also be held Saturday, “A Jazzy Welcome to Spring with Elliot Steger & Friends” from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Cost: $20, $18 members, $16 students. To order tickets, call (508) 869-6111 ext. 135. Visit www.towerhillbg.org for info.

AV Mastersingers Choral Concert
The Assabet Valley Mastersingers and orchestra will present “A Mass for Peace” at 8 p.m. at Algonquin Regional High School, 79 Bartlett St., Northborough. Tickets: $15, $12 students/seniors. Advanced sale discount $1. For info, call (978) 562-9838 or visit www.avmsingers.org

Southborough Gardeners Annual Plant Sale
The Southborough Gardeners will hold their annual Plant Sale from 8 a.m.-noon, at the Community House, located at the intersection of Routes 30/85. Come early for the best selection of plants shared by the gardeners from their own gardens, as well as local nursery stock. The plant sale will include a wide selection of annuals, perennials and hanging baskets, which are all suitable for spring planting or for Mother’s Day gifts.
For info, visit www.gardencentral.org/gcfm/southboroughgardeners.

Zeh School Kidzfest 2008
Come and celebrate 10 years of Zebra fun at Marion E. Zeh School, 33 Howard St., Northborough! The event will be held 10 a.m.-3 p.m. and includes moon-bounce, slide, dunk tank, lazer tag, speed pitch, Galaxy Blaster, Plinko, birthday candle ring toss, candy pitch, Zeh Bowladrome, basketball, cakewalk, raffles, food, more.

Westborough Storm Drain Stenciling
Westborough storm drains will be marked and stenciled starting at 7:30 a.m. Those interested in participating and learning more should e-mail Kris Allen at krisallen@charter.net.

Troop 382 Flower Sale
Westborough Boy Scout Troop 382 will hold its annual Flower Sale at the Tufts Machine Shop, Main St., Westborough. All profits are used to benefit the Troop.

Children’s Silhouette Portraits
The Immaculate Conception School (IC) in Marlborough will be offering free-hand portraits of children in silhouette from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Sittings take approximately 10 minutes and will be held at IC Upper School in Meehan Hall, located at 119 Washington St., Marlborough. Silhouettes are just $28 for the first cutting. One additional portrait of the same child can be purchased for $10. Frames will also be available for an additional charge. Space is limited. To schedule a sitting, contact Lisa at (508) 251-1600.

Symphony Pro Musica Concert
Symphony Pro Music, celebrating its 25th season, will present “Schachter – Rhapsody for Orchestra and Beethoven – Symphony No. 9” at 7:30 p.m. at Hudson High School, 69 Brigham St. For ticket info, call (978) 562-0939 or visit www.symphonypromusica.org.

Annual Cradles to Crayons Collection
St. Bernadette Outreach will be joined by Northboro’s Caring Kids Club in hosting the 3rd annual collection for Cradles to Crayons from 9 a.m.-noon at St. Bernadette Church’s parking lot, 266 Main St., Northborough. Cradles to Crayons is a non-profit organization which supplies children in need throughout Massachusetts with basic essentials. For info on acceptable donations, visit www.cradlestocrayons.org or call Julie at (508) 713-1412.

Motherless Daughter’s Day at FCC
There will be a Motherless Daughter's Day event at 10 a.m. at the First Congregational Church in Shrewsbury. Women who have lost their mothers are welcome to attend the breakfast and time of sharing and support. Participants may bring a photograph or memento of their mother to share. Free, everyone in the community is welcome to attend. For further info, contact Carol Geary at (508) 845-6070.


11 Sunday
Westborough Red Cross Blood Drive
An American Red Cross blood drive will be held 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at Congregation B’nai Shalom, 117 E. Main St., Westborough. Appointments are preferred, but walk-ins are welcome. Call (800) 448-3543 or visit www.givelife.org for info.

Rustic Furniture Design at Tower Hill
From 1-5 p.m., a program on rustic furniture design will be held at Tower Hill Botanic Garden, 11 French Dr., Boylston. Craftsman Frank Hamm will show how to construct a terrific garden gate, trellis or side table in this half-day, hands-on workshop. Students should bring a hand drill and small bits, measuring tape, hammer and saw and dress for the weather. Cost: $60 members, $65 non-members. Call (508) 869-6111 to register or for info.


12 Monday
LBJ Lecture, Discussion at Northborough Senior Center
“All the Way with LBJ: The 1964 Election,” an informative and entertaining program with Dr. Gary Hylander, will by presented at 1 p.m. at the Northborough Senior Center, 1 Centre Dr. Cost: $5. To register or for info, call (508) 393-5035.


13 Tuesday
SADD Presents “Not My Kid”
Northborough/ Southborough Student Safety Network and the Algonquin Chapter of SADD are proud to present “Not My Kid,” an interactive panel discussion for parents of middle and high school age students focused on current challenges facing our kids today. Event starts at 7 p.m. in the Algonquin Regional High School performance theatre, Bartlett St., Northborough.

Mehndi Demonstration at WPL
Experience the traditional art of Mehndi, the art of applying henna onto the skin to make temporary tattoos, from 4-6 p.m. at Westborough Public Library, West Main St. For grades 5 and up. Permission slips are available at the library. For more info, call (508) 366-3050.

Mothers and More Meeting
The Assabet Valley Chapter of Mothers and More meets at 7 p.m. at the 1870 Town Hall, 12 Woodward Ave., Berlin. Topic: "Probiotics." Learn what probiotics are and how they help to keep us healthy. Visitors welcome for information, refreshments, and an evening out. For more info, call (508) 936-6882 or visit www.mothersandmoreassabetvalley.org.


14 Wednesday
Stem Cell Research Presentation
Congregation B'nai Shalom, 117 East Main St. in Westborough, will co-host with the Greater Boroughs Chapter of Hadassah for an educational panel presentation on Stem Cell Research. The event will be held from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the sanctuary at B'nai Shalom. The evening will begin with refreshments at 6:30, with the panel at 7 p.m. A Q&A period follows after the panelists’ presentations.

AV Chamber After Five Business Networking
The Assabet Valley Chamber of Commerce invites the business community to attend a Business After Five networking experience. The event will be hosted by Serendipity, 63B Main St., Hudson, from 5-7 pm. After Five’s feature outstanding networking opportunities, delicious refreshments and complimentary raffles.  Businesses are encouraged to bring brochures for the literature table. Cost is $10 pp ($15 for nonmembers) and reservations are appreciated. To register, contact the Assabet Valley Chamber of Commerce at (978) 568-0360 or info@assabetvalleychamber.org.

Marlborough Red Cross Blood Drives
Two American Red Cross blood drives will be held from 2:30-7:30 p.m. at the Marlborough Masonic Hall, Main/Newton sts. Also May 28. Appointments are preferred, but walk-ins are welcome. Call (800) 448-3543 or visit www.givelife.org for info.


15 Thursday
Art Appreciation Talk
Post Road Art Center, 1 Boston Post Rd. East, Marlborough, will host an Art Appreciation Talk from 5:30-7 p.m. If you have ever felt in the dark about art and what everyone is looking at, then this talk is for you. Participants will view the current show hanging in the gallery and discuss the different mediums, composition styles and techniques. For info, call (508) 485-2580. To sign up, e-mail Randi@postroadartcenter.com.

Art in the Garden Opening Reception
Tower Hill Botanic Garden, 11 French Dr., Boylston, will hold the opening reception for Art in the Garden from 6-8 p.m. Free admission. Visitors will have the chance to meet artists Arlene Fins and Dominick Marcigliano and purchase their works. Refreshments provided. Visit www.towerhillbg.org or call (508) 869-6111 for info.


16 Friday
Friends Book and Media Sale
The Friends of the Shrewsbury Public Library, 609 Main St., will hold its Book and Media Sale from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (also May 17, and from 1-4 p.m. May 18). Donated items (books, audio books, CDs, video games, CD ROMs, DVDs, videos, music cassettes) can be dropped off during regular business hours. Call (508) 842-0081 for info.


17 Saturday
Westborough Garden Club Plant sale
The Westborough Garden Club invites the community to its annual Plant Sale from 9 a.m.-noon at the Tufts Machine parking lot, 49 East Main St. Includes perennials, annuals, herbs, vegetables and more, all locally grown. Proceeds will benefit the garden club’s community beautification program, scholarships and educational funds. 

Shining Stars Yard Sale
Shining Stars of Marlborough will hold its bi-annual benefit yard sale from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Navin Skating Rink, 451 Bolton St., Marlborough. All proceeds will go directly to fund opportunities for local children with autism. For info or to donate items, contact Robin Temple at (508) 485-9433 or RobinTemple@comcast.net.

Point & Swing Band Concert
Evangelical Congregational Church of Westborough, corner of West Main/Church sts., will host the Point & Swing Band starting at 7:30 p.m. The evening will also include
some Christian Jazz selection from the ECC Choir and other special guest artists.
Tickets: $10, $5 seniors/students. For advance tickets, call (508) 366-2000.

Art of Pastel Class
Hudson Public Library, Washington St., will host Gregory John Maichack from 1:30-3:30 p.m. in “The Art of Pastel.” The free class offers participants an engaging, hands-on experience of basic pastel painting, as well as advanced techniques. Registration is required and space is limited. Stop by the information desk to sign up or call Cora Arsenault at (978) 568-9644 for info.

Shrewsbury Garden Club Plant Sale
The Shrewsbury Garden Club will hold its annual Plant Sale from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. on the town common. The plant sale will feature Shrewsbury grown herbs, annuals, hanging baskets, vegetables, geraniums, perennials from member gardens, information tent and more. For additional info, contact Debbie Stefani at (508) 842-6168 or Laurie Hogan at (508) 754-2344.

First Annual Car Show at AVRTHS
There will be something new in the parking lot at Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School, 215 Fitchburg St., Marlborough. The Alumni Association, in conjunction with the Business Technology program, will be hosting a Car Show from 9 a.m.-2 p.m., with registration only $10 per car. The day promises to be a fun-filled event for car aficionados everywhere, with food provided by Assabet’s Culinary Arts department, music, prizes, a 50/50 raffle, and dash plaques for the first 200 cars. Admission is free. Rain date: May 31. For info, call Joe Dalton at (508) 485-9430 ext. 233 or visit www.assabettech.com.

Northborough Garden Club Plant Sale
The annual spring plant sale will be from 8 a.m.-noon at the corner of Blake and Main Streets, Northborough center. The sale will feature hardy sun and shade loving perennials, herbs and ground covers dug from members' and community residents' gardens. Sale proceeds will benefit the annual scholarship fund and town beautification projects. For more info, visit http://gardencentral.org/clubs/plantsale.

Cactus Show, Creative Cooking at Tower Hill
Tower Hill Botanic Garden, 11 French Dr., Boylston, will hold a Cactus & Succulent Show and Sale from 12-5 p.m. (also May 18, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.). Also “Creative Cooking in the Garden: Springtime Cuisine” will be presented 4-5:30 p.m. by Twigs Café chef CeCe Collier. Cost: $40 members, $45 non-members. For info or to register, call (508) 869-6111 or visit www.towerhillbg.org.

FUMC Yard Sale
The youth group of the First United Methodist Church of Marlborough, 52 Church St., will hold a yard sale (rain or shine) from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Includes great bargains, coffee shop and light lunch. For info, call (508) 485-1980.

SVT “Armed Services Day” Paddle
You are invited to celebrate Armed Services Day from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. with Sudbury Valley Trustees on a special paddle along the Assabet River. Starting at the Gleasondale Dam in Stow, the paddle will head towards the Assabet River National Wildlife Refuge and meet with Paul Boothroyd from the Maynard Historical Society. After returning to the river, the paddle will continue to Ice House Landing in Maynard. Registration required. Cost: members $15, non-members $25. Limited canoe rentals are available for an additional $20. Call (978) 443-5588 for info and registration.

Mothers and More Yard Sale
A huge yard sale will run from 9 a.m.-noon at the First Parish Unitarian Church, 40 Church St., Northborough. Includes toys, clothing, books, household items, fresh baked goods, more. Free admission. No early birds. The yard sale benefits Mothers and More, a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of mothers. Rain or shine. For info, call (508) 936-6882 or visit www.mothersandmoreassabetvalley.org.


18 Sunday
Central One Family Day Event
Central One Federal Credit Union, 714 Main St., Shrewsbury, will hold its 9th annual Family Day, with festivities from 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Includes games and prizes, music, pony rides, food and more. Visit www.centralfcu.com or call (508) 842-7400 for info.


Upcoming
Friends of Shrewsbury Senior Center Dance Program
The Joanne Warren Dancers will perform May 20, at 1 p.m., at the Shrewsbury Senior Center, 98 Maple Ave. The talented young people will provide an afternoon of delightful entertainment. Come and enjoy the performance and refreshments with your friends. Elections will be held also. This program is sponsored by The Friends of the Shrewsbury Senior Center, Inc.

Westborough Wildflower Walk
The Westborough Garden Club is sponsoring a Wildflower Walk May 28, starting at 6:30 p.m., at the Bowman Conservation Area. Participants should meet at the Bowman Conservation Area parking lot, Bowman Street. For info, e-mail Annie Reid at anneareid@aol.com.

The Worcester Chorus Tribute to Gershwin
Music Worcester will present the Worcester Chorus in “Fascinatin’ Rhythm – A Salute to Gershwin” May 31, at 8 p.m., at Alden Memorial Hall, WPI. Tickets: $25, $18 students. For info or tickets, visit www.musicworcester.org or call (508) 754-3231.

Shepherd Hill Craft Show Deadline
May 31 is the deadline for crafters to apply for the Shepherd Hill Regional High School’s “Festival of Crafts” in November. Visit www.shepherdhillchorus.com and click on “forms” for an application or call Robyn at (508) 248-0710 and Barbara at (508) 248-1493 for info.


Ongoing
Kitchen and Garden Tour
The Southborough Gardeners have announced that advance tickets for a Kitchen and Garden Tour (to be held June 1, from 1-5 p.m.) are available for $20. To purchase advance tickets, send a SASE with check to Southborough Gardeners, P.O. Box 184, Southborough, MA 01772; call (508) 485-8959; or e-mail mlaura291@aol.com. Advance tickets are also available at the Southborough Library. On the day of the tour, pick up a map and ticket for $25 at the Community House. For info, visit www.gardencentral.org/gcfm/southboroughgardeners.

Post Road Art Center Spring Flower Show
The Spring Flower Show at the Post Road Art Center, 1 Boston Post Rd. East, Marlborough, can be viewed during regular gallery hours, Mondays through Saturdays, 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., through June 5. For info, visit www.postroadartcenter.com.

AV Pastoral Counseling Support Groups
Are you looking for support, a listening ear, compassion from someone coping with a similar situation? Join a small group of others who come together to share and receive leadership and perspective. The new spring support groups available at Assabet Valley Pastoral Counseling Center in Westborough include a caregivers group for anyone feeling overwhelmed while taking care of another; a divorce group for anyone considering or going through separation or divorce or have been legally divorced; and a grief and loss group. For info, call Mary Taber at (508) 366-4000.

Ice Hockey Adult Leagues
Spring/summer ice hockey adult leagues are starting in May, and players and teams are needed for all levels of play at the New England Sports Center in Marlborough and other metro locations. If interested, call for a brochure at (888) 456-3745 or e-mail adulthockeyneshl@aol.com.

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 will be going to the Northshore Music Theatre May 21 to see the award-winning Broadway musical, "The Producers." An all-you-can eat buffet lunch is included for $69. The bus leaves from the Westborough Senior Center. Call Sue at (508) 476-3438 for more info.

Safe Place Support Group
Safe Place, a free, confidential support group for people who have lost loved ones to suicide, meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month, from 7-9 p.m., at the Plymouth Church, 87 Edgell Rd., Framingham, starting May 14. For info or directions, call Kim Kates at (617) 536-2460.

Westborough Fibromyalgia Support Group
The ongoing support group meets on the first Thursday of each month at Tatnuck Bookseller, 18 Lyman St. (Westborough Plaza), at 6:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome  (people with fibromyalgia/chronic fatigue, as well as family and household members) for discussion, coping tips and understanding. For more info, call Diana at (978) 568-0566.

Free GED Classes in Hudson
The Hudson Maynard Adult Learning Center offers a free GED preparation program in Hudson, including ABE classes in Basic Skills, pre-GED and GED. Registration is ongoing. Classes run through June at the Hudson High School on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6-9 p.m. Practice GED testing is also offered year-round. For more info, call (978) 567-6250 ext. 0137.

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.

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 Café
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 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.