Tower Hill Botanic Garden hosts orchid show Nov. 4 to 6
Tower Hill Botanic Garden, 11 French Dr., Boylston, is proud to host “A New England Rain Forest,” the Massachusetts Orchid Society's Annual Orchid Show. The show will take place on Friday, Nov. 4, from 1 to 5 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 5 and 6, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Orchid vendors from across the country will offer a wide variety of plants, supplies and even jewelry for sale. Art and educational exhibits will be held each day of the show and experts will answer orchid growing questions from visitors. Also, members of the Massachusetts Orchid Society will offer demonstrations on orchid care, instructional videos and guided tours of the show. The show and its associated programs are included with general admission. For further information, visit www.towerhillbg.org.
Jacob Jewelers holds grand opening Nov. 10 – 12
Jacob Jewelers, a full-service jewelry store, will be holding its grand opening Thursday, Nov. 10 through Saturday, Nov. 12. Family-owned and-operated, Jacob Jewelers specializes in custom designs, special orders, and expert watch and jewelry repairs, as well as offers unique designs of jewelry for all occasions. Jacob Jewelers also offers cash for your unwanted gold and diamonds, with the highest prices offered. Stop in during the grand opening for a $5 special on watch batteries. Jacob Jewelers is conveniently located at Quinsigamond Plaza, 103 Boston Tpke., Shrewsbury, the same location as Petco, Trader Joe's, Chipottle Grill, Perrone Barber Shop and Shrewsbury Tailors & Alterations.
“Ladies Night” at the Purple Rose
The Purple Rose, located at 140 Main St. in Northborough (across from White Cliffs), will be hosting their annual fall “Ladies Night.” Join them Thursday, Nov. 10, from 6 to 9 p.m., for a night out with the girls. Indulge in decadent cupcakes from CocoBeni, delicious fresh sushi from Yama Zakura, and make-up demonstrations by Piel Skin Boutique while enjoying wine, cocktails and girl talk. While you'se there, get a jump on your holiday shopping and decorating, and don's forget to enter the drawing for free giveaways. Look for their ad in this week's paper or visit them on Facebook and at purplerosehome.com.
Free music class at Children's Music Academy
Nov. 5 and 6 and Nov. 19 and 20, a free music class will be offered at Children's Music Academy in Westborough. See for yourself how you'sl learn so much more than piano at the Children's Music Academy. The free music class includes keyboard playing, singing, ear training, theory and ensemble playing. You and your child will enjoy a full hour of music, fun, information and refreshments. New classes are forming now for January 2012. Contact the Children's Music Academy today to reserve your spot in one of the free classes. Space is limited and registration is required. For more information, visit www.childrensmusicacademy.org.
Couples Night Cubanisimo at Culinary Underground
Join the chefs at Culinary Underground School for Home Cooks, 21 Turnpike Rd., Southborough, for their Couples Night: Cubanisimo Workshop Saturday, Nov. 12. If you love the flavors of the Caribbean, join CU for a feast from Havana – by way of Miami. This is simple, direct food that is nonetheless exciting. Come and experience it together. The workshop will run from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., and the cost is $150 per couple. To register or for more information, visit www.culinaryunderground.com.
Reliant Medical Group wins BEST Award
Reliant Medical Group, a large multi-specialty medical group practice in Central Massachusetts, has been awarded the American Society for Training & Development's (ASTD) BEST Award. It is the only organization in Massachusetts to win the BEST Award, which recognizes organizations that demonstrate enterprise-wide success through employee learning and development. Reliant Medical Group's Learning and Organizational Development was recognized for its patient shadowing program and its partnership with the Kaizen Promotion Office team in providing training and consultation in support of continuous improvement efforts, including its Patient-Centered Improvement System and Patient-Centered Medical Home initiatives. For more information on Reliant Medical Group, visit www.reliantmedicalgroup.org.
Dr. Poulos holds “head-to-toe” discussion Nov. 10
Discover how you can look younger, better proportioned, and most importantly, natural as Dr. Cynthia Poulos, a multiple award-winning plastic surgeon, presents a discussion on real patient results and insight into which procedures correct the most obvious signs of aging, with an anonymous Q&A session to address specific concerns. The event will be held Thursday, Nov. 10, from 5:30 to 7: 30 p.m., at DoubleTree Hotel in Westborough. Enjoy complimentary wine and hors d'seuvres, incredible special offers, and fabulous gift bags stuffed with goodies. A $10 donation, which will benefit a local charity, is required to reserve your place. For more information or to make reservation, call Mary at 1-508-393-4544.
