Events

Westborough – As part of Westborough’s 300th anniversary celebration, R. Christopher Noonan, historic preservationist and historic real estate specialist, will lead an architectural tour, “Vintonville: Immigrant Workers to International Business,” Saturday, Sept. 16, from 1-3 p.m.

By Melanie Petrucci, Senior Community Reporter Shrewsbury – Mother Nature provided a picture perfect backdrop for a fun, family friendly evening of pure Beatles enjoyment...

Grafton - Enjoy a delicious breakfast of yummy pancakes, fruit and hot chocolate with your favorite characters at Apple Tree Arts’ Character Breakfast Saturday,...

Northborough - The Marguerite E. Peaslee Elementary School PTO will be holding its annual Kids Fair Friday, Nov. 17, from 5:30 – 8 p.m.

Worcester - Saint George Orthodox Cathedral, 30 Anna St., Worcester, will be hosting its first Middle Eastern Festival in 25 years. The three-day event...

On Monday, May 1, there was a bike ride starting at Westborough High School, followed by a bike parade at Hastings Elementary School. About 60 children and adults came with decorated bikes to take a spin or two around the school.

Westborough – The next session of the popular Westborough 300th Anniversary Architectural Walking Tour will be held Saturday, Aug. 19, at 1 p.m.

Shrewsbury - Boy Scout Troop 114 will hold a redeemable bottle and can drive Saturday, Feb. 10, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at...

Westborough – The New Hope Chapel, 30 Milk St., will host a performance by the Bluegrass Gospel Project Saturday, Oct. 19. Doors will open...

Marlborough - Marlborough resident Kathy Leonard has mixed feelings about the growth of the annual International Overdose Awareness vigil she helps to organize in the city.

By Dakota Antelman, Contributing Writer Westborough – The first snowstorm of the season did not deter participants in area Big Brother Big Sister (BBBS) programs...

Marlborough – The Marlborough Public Library will be hosting a children’s concert featuring the Toe Jam Puppet Band Wednesday, Aug. 12 at 2 p.m.

Shrewsbury - The Shrewsbury Democratic Town Committee (DTC) will honor five local activists next month at its biennial Eleanor Roosevelt Humanitarian Awards brunch Sunday, Nov. 5, at 10:30 a.m. at Highfields Golf & Country Club, 42 Magill Drive, Grafton.

By Ed Karvoski Jr., Contributing Writer Hudson – Hudson residents have one more reason to be proud of their revitalized downtown. On June 16, the...

By Adway S. Wadekar, Contributing Writer Westborough - On May 22, the Westborough Community Land Trust (WCLT) hosted a New England Wildflower Walk in Libbey/Wilde...

Southborough - St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 27 Main St., Southborough, is hosting its annual Christmas Bazaar Saturday, Dec. 2, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Start your holiday season with a visit to the crafts, bake shop, and silent auction tables with many kinds of holiday treats. 

Region - Business leader Ann R. Klee spoke to a crowded room at the Boston Marriott Newton as keynote speaker for the Foundation for MetroWest’s sixth Community Leadership Breakfast, “Business Leaders and Community Philanthropy: An Essential Partnership,” Oct. 27.

Shrewsbury –This year’s Spirit of Shrewsbury Fall Festival, the 21st in its history, will culminate with a number of events the weekend of Saturday, Sept. 23, and Sunday, Sept. 24. Here are details on a few of the events taking place. Check next week’s issue of the Community Advocate for details on other events including the Town Expo Craft Fair, parade and more.

By Joan F. Simoneau, Community Reporter Marlborough-Marlborough Girl Scout Troop #72409 recently held a centennial celebration at the Senior Center, wearing and displaying a selection...

Marlborough – An informative seminar for home-buyers will be held Tuesday, March 6, from 6-8 p.m. at RE/MAX Executive Realty, 2 Mount Royal Avenue,...