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Vacancy: on the Berlin-Boylston Regional School Committee for the period March 8 through election day on Nov. 8. Interested candidates must be Berlin residents and should submit a letter of interest and resume of relevant experience to Lori-Anne Hart, acting chair, no later than March 25, for review and consideration. Mail to BBRSD School Committee, 215 Main St., Boylston, MA 01505 or via email to lhart@bbrsd.org. The committee will interview all applicants at its scheduled meeting on April 5, at 6:30 p.m. The successful candidate will be chosen by member vote at that meeting. Any questions or concerns should be directed to Hart at lhart@bbrsd.org.
Berlin Public Library: is open to the public. Book in a Bag Jr., for younger patrons, subscription for five library books and goodies, just return the books for a month; pickup will be the first Monday of the month. email sfoster@cwmars.org to register. Tournament of Books character showdown now going on. Each week there are four new match-ups with the quarter finals beginning April 4. Contact sfoster@cwmars.org for more information. Advisory Board Zoom meetings, Monday, March 28, April 25, May 23, and June 27, 7 p.m.; email sfoster@cwmars.org. BookTalk for Teens Mondays, April (TBD), May 16, and June 20, 7 p.m. on Zoom. Email sfoster@cwmars.org. Tired of Arguing with your teen? Join parent coach Lianne Dixon on Monday, April 4, 7 p.m., for a virtual presentation on how to improve communications and relationships; email for information. To sign up for virtual programming, contact Berlin Public Library, (978) 838-2812 or email sfoster@cwmars.org.
Pet Rabies Clinic: Nashoba Associated Boards of Health have scheduled rabies vaccination clinics throughout the district to provide an opportunity for residents to have their dogs and cats vaccinated. Rabies immunization for dogs and cats over 6 months of age, not previously immunized, and those with a green bell (2019) rabies tag must be immunized. Depending on the vaccination status of your dog or cat the veterinarian will inform you of the expiration date for the rabies vaccine given to your pet at this visit. Bring a copy of your pet’s last rabies certificate if you have it. Residents of Nashoba towns may attend any of the clinics. Berlin: Saturday, April 9, 9:30-11:30 a.m. with Michelle Bianco, Highway Barn, 112 West St., $20 cash.
Berlin Clean-up: Saturday, April 23, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Meet at 223 West St. for maps, trash bags and safety gear anytime during the day. For information, contact Laurence Holyoak, (508) 826-1083.
Moses Reed Tyler Scholarship: applications available to Berlin residents from Berlin-Boylston Regional School Committee. Applications must be received or postmarked no later than 4 p.m., Tuesday, May 3. There is a check list for completing the application on the form. Mail or deliver applications directly to Berlin Memorial School, Attn: Moses Reed Tyler Scholarship Committee, 34 South St. Berlin, MA 01503. Call Berlin Memorial Principal John Campbell with any questions: (978) 838-2417.
Berlin Lions Club: accepting applications from eligible, graduating Berlin residents. Completed applications must be received to the Berlin Lions Club by Thursday, May 12. Applications may be obtained from Tahanto Regional Middle-High School or Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School guidance departments. Send applications to: Berlin Lions Club, c/o Tom Sharon, 132 Pleasant St., Berlin, MA 01503.
Berlin’s Family Food Pantry: is open, by appointment, on Tuesdays and Saturdays, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Call (774) 245-8320 for information or to make an appointment. The Berlin Family Food Pantry serves residents of Berlin, as well as non-residents who are employed by the Town of Berlin, or students/families in the Berlin school system. Go to www.berlinfamilyfoodpantry.org for information on what is provided or to learn ways to donate and help the mission.
Bolton Access TV: March 27- April 2: On Channel 8 at 8 p.m., watch the newest episode of "Cathy Neptune's Kitchen." This week, she teaches how to make stuffed meatloaf!. Then at 10 p.m., watch "The Old Fashion Way" to learn about making maple syrup. Find the whole schedule online at BoltonAccess.TV.
Art Exhibit: for young students at Gallery in the Pines, through March, Bolton Public Library, during library hours. All works shown were finished with guidance from teacher/gallery owner Tracy Wesinger. Call (978) 779-2839 to confirm there is no activity in the room when you plan to visit.
Nashoba Spring Concerts: Choral groups perform Monday, March 28, 7 p.m.; and Bands perform Tuesday, March 29, 7 p.m., in the school auditorium, 12 Green Road. Admission is $5 per person (seniors and students free), payable at the door. Masks required for attendees.
Nashoba Building Public Forum: Wednesday, March 30, 6 p.m., Nashoba Regional High School auditorium. This is the first of multiple forums hosted by the Nashoba Regional High School Building Committee. This first forum will focus on the project schedule and feasibility study process, including a review of the current facility’s conditions.
Pet Rabies Clinic: Nashoba Associated Boards of Health have scheduled rabies vaccination clinics throughout the district to provide an opportunity for residents to have their dogs and cats vaccinated. Rabies immunization for dogs and cats over 6 months of age, not previously immunized, and those with a green bell (2019) rabies tag must be immunized. Depending on the vaccination status of your dog or cat the veterinarian will inform you of the expiration date for the rabies vaccine given to your pet at this visit. Bring a copy of your pet’s last rabies certificate if you have it. Residents of Nashoba towns may attend any of the clinics. Bolton/Stow: Thursday, April 7, 6-7:30 p.m. with Heather Gould, Stow Highway Barn, 88 South Actor Road, $20 payable to vet.
Volunteers Sought for Financial Reality Fair: Friday, April 8, 7-11:30 a.m., Nashoba Regional High School for sophomores. The club is seeking volunteers to bring a taste of financial literacy to the students in a fun and engaging way. Interested volunteers should contact info@nashobarotary.org or leave a message at (978) 627-4135. This event is sponsored by the Rotary Club of Nashoba Valley, Nashoba Regional High School, and Clinton Savings Bank. The objective is to give students a better understanding of the financial responsibilities they will face in the real world. Students pick a career, get a monthly paycheck, and have to maintain a lifestyle within their budget. After students visit the various tables at the fair, they will balance their budgets and review their spreadsheets with a credit counselor. The completed ledgers are then sent home to the students for further discussion. For more information about the Rotary Club of Nashoba Valley, visit www.nashobarotary.org and www.facebook.com/nashobarotary.
Nashoba Wolves Baseball Clinic: Saturday, April 23 (snow date, April 24), on the fields at Nashoba Regional High School, Route 117. Sign up for one or both sessions: 9 a.m.-noon or 1-4 p.m. Separated into three age groups: 5-7 year olds; 8-10 year olds; and 11-13 year olds. Staff includes Chuck Schoolcraft, Nashoba varsity baseball coach; Jim Rivella, Nashoba assistant varsity baseball coach; Don Martin, JR baseball coach; Charlie Tinschert, Nashoba assistant varsity baseball coach; and a Nashoba certified athletic trainer. Costs: pre-registration, $40 for one session, $65 for both and includes a T-shirt; day of clinic, $45 one session, $70 for both. Gatorade and water available for purchase ($1) or bring your own. Bring your lunch if plan to attend both sessions. Proceeds support the Nashoba baseball teams. Call Coach Schoolcraft at (508) 561-4268 or email cschoolcraft@nrsd.net for registration forms before April 16 for early registration.
Nashoba Symphonic Band: will hold four concerts during the 2021-22 season. Musicians from almost 30 towns in Central Massachusetts and beyond will perform at Nashoba on Sunday, May 1, at 3 p.m., and wrap up the season at Nashoba on Thursday, June 16 at 7:30 p.m. All performances are free. At this time masks are required. Nashoba Symphonic Band welcomes new wind, brass and percussion players of all ages with experience at the intermediate or advanced high school level. No auditions are necessary. Students grade 8 and above are encouraged to join with a recommendation from their high school music director or private music teacher. For information on joining, contact David Bailey at baileydavidwayne@gmail.com.
Red Cross Swim Lessons: Bolton Town Beach July 11-15, July 18-22 and July 25-29. For information or to register, go to www.townofbolton.com/parks-recreation-commission/pages/current-program-information. You must be a Bolton resident to register for the Learn to Swim program.
Tom Denney Nature Camp: open for summer 2022. The nonprofit camp will follow state guidelines for social distancing and masking. Kindergarten – ninth graders: Games in the fields and woods; swimming, Predator and Prey, arts and crafts, tracking, hiking, shelter building, campfires and more. Sixth-ninth graders – Eco Adventures program with kayaking, laser tag, water gun fights, nighttime games and s’mores. Ninth grade or older – Counselor-in-Training program. Campers welcome from all towns. Before/after care available. Open Mondays–Fridays in July and August, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. For information or to register, visit tomdenneynaturecamp.org.
Tower Hill: Digital Photo II, with instructor Steve McGrath, four classes begin April 2 to explore intermediate camera controls, such as metering, exposure, composition and intermediate and advanced techniques; virtual, $125 for members, $150 nonmembers. Uprooted Land Art, by W. Gary Smith, runs April 23 to Nov. 1. Visit www.towerhillbg.org for information and registration.
Spring Town Wide Clean up: Saturday, April 30 and Sunday, May 1. People are needed to help. Register as soon as possible for an accurate count for T-shirts and cleanup kits. Visit www.keepboylstonbeautiful.com.
Wachusett Reservoir North Dike Hike: free to the public. Hikes are moderate along forest roads and footpaths. Wear sturdy shoes and dress for the weather. Saturday, March 26, 10 a.m.-noon; meet at Wachusett Reservoir Gate 39, North Dike, parking at South Meadow Road and Route 110 for a three mile hike. Dogs are not allowed on water supply protection lands. For information, call (774) 261-1809, or email Katheryn.Parent@mass.gov.
Rummage Sale: at the Church of the Good Shepherd, 209 Church St., Saturday, March 26, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., in the basement of the church, across from Central Park.
Clinton Tribute Road Race: seeking nominations for the 43rd annual race, which will be held on Saturday, May 14, 10 a.m.; 5-miler, traditional route. Start and finish at the Clinton Elementary, Church Street. Nominations due by Thursday, March 31. Return nominations to clintonboosters@gmail.com.
Blood Drive: Thursday, March 31, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., Clinton High School gymnasium, to benefit the Rhode Island Blood Center and the Tomorrow Fund. During March, all blood donations to RIBC will be matched with a $1 donation to the Tomorrow Fund. Schedule an appointment through RIBC's website, www.ribc.org/drives, enter sponsor code M038. Walk-ins accepted depending on availability. Masks required regardless of vaccination status. Every donor must have some form of identification prior to donating.
Spring Fling: hosted by the Feel Good Foundation, Saturday, April 9, 6:30 p.m. at the Berlin Country Club; a buffet dinner will be served. Ron Boston will be DJ and the night will end with a set by Clinton's "01510," featuring Pat McIntyre, Bobby McGeehan, Mike Hastings, Sean Hastings and Patrick McNally. Donations optional.
Adult Programs at Bigelow Library: For information, contact the Bigelow Free Public Library, 54 Walnut St., (978) 365-4061, mfournier@cwmars.org. Ask a Muslim Anything, Wednesday, March 30, 6;30 p.m., with Robert Azzi, photojournalist, author and Arab-American Muslim, in a presentation funded by the Cultural Council; register at www.bigelowlibrary.org/calendar. In collaboration with the Lyme Public Library, there will be a monthly discussion of race during the Racial Equity Book Club, the first Wednesday of the month viz Zoom at 6:30 p.m.: On April 6, the discussion is "The Killers of the Flower Moon," and host-guest speaker Christopher Strobel, who will talk about Native Americans in New England. Along with 10 other libraries, the Bigelow Free Public Library will be co-hosting the following Zoom-based financial literacy programs for emerging adults ages 17-30, presented by the Babson Financial Literacy Project. Each program starts at 7 p.m. and must be registered individually: Tuesday, April 5, “Decisions! Decisions!” will address essential decisions on retirement, investments and health insurance; Tuesday, April 19, “Protecting Your and Your Assets,” this workshop will help you organize and prepare for your adult life. Call for information or to register at (978) 365-4160. You can also reach the Bigelow Library by visiting 54 Walnut St. Hours are Tuesday and Friday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Wednesday and Thursday 9 a.m.-8 p.m. and Saturday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. The full calendar is available at www.bigelowlibrary.org/calendar.
Democratic Town Committee Seeks Add-on Delegates: to the Democratic State Convention to be held June 4 at the DCU Center in Worcester. This is a nominating convention and will determine which candidates receive the party’s nomination. Add-on Delegates will include Democrats who apply by April 9. Online applications can be found at secure.ngpvan.com/wzGTo0V0CUaap10WjrTUtQ2. Add-ons in the following categories. Youth (age 16 to 35); Underrepresented Ethnic and Racial Groups; Disability; LGBTQ Add-Ons. For information, contact Mary Richards, chair of the Clinton Democratic Town Committee, at maryjrichards@gmail.com or (617) 930-2727.
Museum of Russian Icons: "Icons for Our Time: Orthodox Art From Around the World," through April 3, in celebration of the museum's 15th anniversary. Register on the museum website, museumofrussianicons.com. In support of Ukraine, the museum reinstalls Lesia Sochor's "Pysanka: Symbol of Renewal," through July 24, featuring three new works in response to the crisis. Mother's Day tea, Saturday, April 30, 1-3 p.m.; members $35, nonmembers $40, limited to 30 participants, registration required by Friday, April 22. "Tea is for Tradition" exhibit, through Oct. 2, featuring an array of objects associated with tea drinking and the infusion of tea culture in Russian Art, craft and literature, including samovars, wooden dolls doubling as tea caddies, decorative lacquer boxes, sugar jars, tea glasses and more. New hours, Thursday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., no reservations needed. Masks required regardless of vaccination status.
Dog Licenses: available in the town clerk's office, Town Hall, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Bring a current copy of your rabies certificate. To license your dog by mail, send a check made out to the Town of Clinton, a current copy of the rabies certificate and self-addressed, stamped envelop and your tag will be mailed back to you. Dog owners whose pets are not licensed by April 1 will be fined $10 per dog.
Kindergarten Pre-registration: will close on Friday, April 1. There will be more information after April vacation about completing the registration packets and screening information. Information can be found on the school district’s website under the PK & K tab. The Clinton Public School District conducts child find activities for all students living or attending school in the district (ages 3–21), regardless of whether students attend public or private schools or are home-schooled. Under federal and state special education regulations, the Clinton Public School District has a duty to locate, identify, refer, evaluate and, if eligible, provide a free, appropriate public education to students with disabilities who reside in the town. For parents or guardians of children ages 3-21 years of age, who are suspected of having a disability, and who would like more information, contact: The Office of Pupil Services, 150 School St., Clinton, MA 01510, (978) 365-4238.
Item Appeal Representatives: will meet with clients the first and third Wednesdays, 6-7 p.m., in the basement of St. John's Church. The next sessions are April 6 and 20. Subject to change due to COVID and volunteer availability. Masks required. Money is not given out at the time; this is to fill out the forms to start the process. Funds are still very limited, but representatives will try their best to help those in need.
Lankton Scholarship: applications are being accepted by the Museum of Russian Icons; deadline May 1. Scholarship is available to a Clinton High senior in good academic standing (GPW 3.0 or higher), who is actively involved in community activities, intending to pursue a degree in arts and humanities or humanistic social sciences. And essay and recommendation required. Visit www.museumofrussianicons.org/community-scholarship-form for a form and additional information.
Clinton Senior Center: is open. See Clintonma.gov for details. To register for programs, call Shannon at (978) 733-4747, ext. 303. Outreach, every day, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., at the center. Line dancing, Mondays, 9:30 a.m. , Parks and Recreation building. Caregivers Connect, third Monday, 9:30 a.m. Art class, Mondays, 1-3 p.m. Cards, Tuesdays, 12:30-3:30 p.m. Home Cooked Meals, every Wednesday, registration $5 the Monday before lunch. Monthly Birthday Celebrations, first Wednesday of the month, 11 a.m. Bereavement Support, last Wednesday of the month, 1 p.m., call to reserve a spot. Cake Decorating the fourth Wednesday of the month, 1 p.m., $5 advance registration. Yarn It all Knitting, Wednesdays, 9-11 a.m. at the center, call for space. Cribbage, Thursdays, 9 a.m. Wellness Checks, Thursdays, 10-11 a.m. Bingo, Thursdays, 1-3 p.m., Turner Hall. Coffee Chat, Fridays, 9-11 a.m., in the main dining room of the center. Bandstand Revisited, music with Paul Daley from the '50s-'80s, first Friday a month, 9 a.m. Mahjong, Fridays, 1-3:30 p.m. Senior vans through the Worcester Regional Transit Authority are running on a normal schedule. Fuel Assistance Program for seniors: through New England Farm Worker's Council, based on household income. For information, call (978) 342-4520 or the senior center.
TOPS: Take Off Pounds Sensibly in person meetings at The Clinton Senior Center, 271 Church St., Wednesdays, 9:45 a.m. weigh-in, 10 a.m. meeting time. TOPS is a non-profit, non-commercial weight-loss support group. First meeting is free. For information, contact Ann, (978) 368-1620, or www.tops.org.
Clinton Senior Center Fitness Programs: at the senior center unless noted. See Clintonma.gov for details. To register for programs or Zoom link, call (978) 733-4747. SilverSneakers BOOM Mind Mondays, 9-10 a.m. Zumba on Tuesdays, 12:30-1:30 p.m., Parks and Recreation. Chair Yoga, Tuesdays, 12:30 p.m. Taking Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS), Wednesdays, 9:45-11 a.m. Tai Chi, Wednesdays, 1 p.m., Parks and Recreation. Meditation with Jeff Cote, Wednesdays, 2:15 p.m. Strength-Balance, Thursdays, 8:30 a.m. Chair Yoga, Fridays, 12:30-1:30 p.m.
Clinton High School Food Pantry: open for students and families needing assistance. There is new clothing, personal care items and food to students in need. There are grab-and-go, easy to prepare meals, toiletries and a small selection of diapers. Students should email their counselors to gain access and they will be able to choose what they need, when they need it. Contact Lauren Pupecki, pupeckil@clinton.k12.ma.us or Marissa Garrity, garritym@clinton.k12.ma.us.
WHEAT updates: Office hours are Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., and Mondays and Thursdays, 4:30-6 p.m. WHEAT’s Community Café Free Lunch Program is available for pick-up Monday-Friday, 12:30-1:30 p.m. All welcome. WHEAT’s Community Café Free Dinner Program is available for pick-up Monday-Friday, 4:30-6 p.m. All welcome. WHEAT’s Food Pantry Program is available Monday-Thursdays, 4:30-6:30 p.m. and Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Looking to volunteer? Check out all the opportunities, www.uwotc.org/wheat. WHEAT’s program information can be found on www.uwotc.org/wheat or on Facebook at @WHEATCC.
Nashoba Building Public Forum: Wednesday, March 30, 6 p.m., Nashoba Regional High School auditorium, Bolton. This is the first of multiple forums hosted by the Nashoba Regional High School Building Committee. This first forum will focus on the project schedule and feasibility study process, including a review of the current facility’s conditions.
Town-wide Clean-up: Saturday, April 2, First Church on the Town Green. The Cub Scouts will be hosting their annual pancake breakfast from 8-11 a.m. Yellow bags can be picked up then or during regular business hours at the Lancaster Town Clerk, Thayer Memorial Library and Senior Center/Community Center. Bags can be left at the side of the road during April. For questions, contact Bob Lidstone, (978) 660-8739, or info@lancasterlandtrust.org. Sponsored by: Lancaster Land Trust, Lancaster Community Center, First Church, Boy Scouts, Cub Scouts, Girl Scouts, Lancaster fRecreation, Lancaster Recycling Center and the Nashobe Valley Climate Coalition.
Pet Rabies Clinic: Nashoba Associated Boards of Health have scheduled rabies vaccination clinics throughout the district to provide an opportunity for residents to have their dogs and cats vaccinated. Rabies immunization for dogs and cats over 6 months of age, not previously immunized, and those with a green bell (2019) rabies tag must be immunized. Depending on the vaccination status of your dog or cat the veterinarian will inform you of the expiration date for the rabies vaccine given to your pet at this visit. Bring a copy of your pet’s last rabies certificate if you have it. Residents of Nashoba towns may attend any of the clinics. Lancaster: Sunday, April 3, noon-2 p.m. with Michelle Bianco, Lancaster Fire Station, 1055 Main St., $20 cash.
Buddy Ball Baseball Registration: for mentally and physically challenged children and adults open. Visit www.lancasterlittleleague.com to register for players, or contact Joe at Kennedy2004@comcast.net to register as a Buddy. Free program paid for by the Mark Fidrych Foundation. Games are played at Thayer Field in Lancaster
Community Center and Senior Center: register at (978) 733-4076 or coaadmin@lancasterma.net for programs. Gentle Hatha Yoga, Mondays, 11 a.m., mats provided, $5 or six for $25. Friends Pancake Breakfast, Tuesdays, 8-10 a.m., specialty pancakes, fruit, french toast, scrambled eggs, orange juice, coffee and tea, $3. Tai Chi, Tuesdays, 9 a.m. in the gym or outdoors, $5 or six for $25. Bingo Tuesdays, 1 p.m., 25 cents for three cards. Mah Jong, Wednesdays, 10 a.m., call (978) 733-4076 for questions. Ballroom Dance, Thursdays, 7 p.m., each month a different style, $13 to drop in.
Boston Bruins Pajama Drive: through end of March at Conant Library. Donate new pajamas, appropriate for all seasons, from sizes 2T through adult medium. Do not give pajamas that include any family or holiday references. The most needed sizes are: Girls: 5/6 (child S), 7/8 (child M), 14/16 (child XL/adult S), 18/20 (child XXL/adult M); Boys: 7/8 (child M), 14/16 (child XL/adult S), 18/20 (child XXL/adult M). To donate money, go to:www.cradlestocrayons.org/boston/pjdrive.
AMVETS Post 38: meeting Monday, March 28, 7 p.m., Leominster Veterans Memorial Center,100 West St. For information, call (978) 537-1541.
Village Green Preschool scholarship: Applications available at guidance department of local high schools or via email from the preschool office; completed applications must be postmarked by April 1. The $1,000 scholarship is awarded each year to a graduating senior who attended VGP and plans to attend a two- or four-year accredited college or university. For information, contact Preschool Director Karen Ormsbee at (978) 422-8256 or sterlingvgp@gmail.com, or Scholarship Committee Chair Audrey Learned at (978) 660-8426 or audreylearned@yahoo.com.
Library Children's Programs: Sterlinglibrary.org, (978) 422-6409: Registration is required and limited unless specified; call (978) 422-6409, Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. to register. Explorers' Club: Wonderful Words, Wednesday, March 30, 4:30 p.m., with stories, games and making up some works; open to kindergarten through grade 4, registration required.
Library Adult Programs: Sterlinglibrary.org, (978) 422-6409: Registration is required and limited unless specified; call (978) 422-6409, Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. to register. March Cookbook Club, Wednesday, March 30, 6:30 p.m., with recipes from "The Pioneer Woman Cooks: Super Easy," by Ree Drummond; registration required with which recipe you will be preparing. Parents' Night Out Book Club, Wednesday, March 30, 6:30 p.m., to discuss "The Extraordinary Life of Sam Hell," by Robert Dugoni; no registration required. Composting 101, with the Blackstone Valley Veggie Gardens, Thursday, March 31, 6:30 p.m., to learn to compost at home; registration required, sponsored by the Friends of the Conant Public Library.
Senior Center Events: Call (978) 422-3032 for information and any Zoom links. Foot clinic, with Andrea, Thursday, April 14 and 28, by appointment, $45. Pancake Breakfast, Friday, March 25, 7:30-9 a.m. Caregiver Support, Thursday, March 31, 3-4:30 p.m. Congregate lunch daily, 11:30 a.m., reservations required, $3 suggested donation. Tai Chi Mondays, 8:30 a.m., 1835 Town Hall, reservations required. Bingo, Mondays, 1 p.m., $1 a card. Meditation, Mondays, 6 p.m. Pilates, Tuesdays, 8:15 a.m. Line Dancing, Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m. Game Day, Tuesdays, 12:30 p.m. Chair Yoga, Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. Rummikub, Wednesdays, 12:30 p.m. Van shopping trips, Wednesdays, 1 p.m.; reservations required. Wii bowling, Wednesdays, 1 p.m. Pickleball, Wednesdays, indoors at the First Church, 4-7 p.m., $3. Acrylic Painting, Thursdays, 1 p.m., $5 (call ahead to confirm). Veterans Services, Fridays, 8 a.m.-noon. Sterling Strummers Ukelele Group, entry level classes, Thursdays, 1-1:45 p.m. (lender ukeleles available); Ukelele Club, Thursdays, 2-3 p.m.; Open Strumming, Mondays, 3-4 p.m. Knit and Crochet, Fridays, 9:30 a.m. Going Steady, Fridays, 10 a.m. Most events require reservations.
American Legion Meeting: of Hiram O. Taylor Post 189, Monday, April 4, 7:30 p.m. at the post hall, 32 School St. Spaghetti with sauce and garlic bread served at 7 p.m. E-Board, 6:30 p.m. All veterans welcome.
Sterling Rec Road Race: 5K and 10K races, Saturday, April 9. Registration opens 8-8:45 a.m. at Griffin Road Athletic Complex. Race starts at 9 a.m. Cost is $25 for the 5K, $35 for the 10K; an additional $5 on race day. Register at sterlingrecruns.racewire.com. Parking location, 40 Boutelle Road.
Vendors For Holiday Craft Fair: at First Church in Sterling, 6 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Saturday, Nov. 19, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., hosted by Friends of the Conant Public Library. Craftspeople will offer a broad range of high-quality, handmade gift items at the juried fair, which will also feature a lunch café, bake sale and raffle. The application deadline is May 1. After that date, applications will be reviewed on a space-available basis. For more information and an application, visit SterlingLibrary.org, click on “About,” then “Friends of the Library,” or send an email to sterlingcraftfair@gmail.com.
Sterling EMS Scholarships: available for Sterling residents who are training in medically-related training programs. In 2022 the organization voted to increase the amounts of the scholarships to $1,000 for the standard scholarships, $2,500 for the memorial scholarships. Recipients of the standard scholarship are Sterling residents enrolled in a medically-related training program. Recipients of the memorial scholarship are residents who are recent graduates entering an undergraduate, post-secondary educational program in a medically-related field. Applicants must be graduates (or soon to be graduates) of an accredited high school, possess a GED or have taken the state test of competency for home schooled/alternatively schooled individuals. Applications and the related process will be conducted online. Interested students can download or request an application form on the Sterling EMS Facebook page or email sterling_ems@yahoo.com. Deadline is May 30.
Beaman Library Adult Programs: email beaman@cwmars.org at least 24 hours prior to register for programs unless otherwise noted. Italian Conversation Circle, in person, Saturday, March 26, 10 a.m.; space limited, registration needed. Yoga class with Taylor Merk, in person, Tuesday, March 29, 6:30 p.m.; dress for movement and bring a yoga mat or thick towel. Nonfiction Book Discussion Group, Friday, March 25, 1 p.m., to discuss "Maid: Hard Work, Low Pay and a Mother's Will to Survive," by Stephanie Land.
Plastic Bag Recycling Program: sponsored by Wachusett Area Rotary Club, the third Saturday of the month. Bring your recyclable plastic bags to the Draught House, 44 West Boylston St., from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The goals is to collect 500 pounds of bags within six months with Trex Recycling Programs. All plastic from grocery bags, dry cleaning, newspaper sleeves, product wrap, stretch films, etc., must be clean, dry and free of food residue. Volunteers needed to help. For information, visit www.wachusettarearotaryclub.org. The group has breakfast meetings every Friday, 7:30 a.m., at The Manor.
Secret Plot to Assassinate President Lincoln: Wednesday, April 6, 2 and 7 p.m., at the West Boylston Historical Society, 65 Worcester St. Following Abraham Lincoln’s election in 1860, the southern states were talking about seceding and forming their own confederacy. Having learned of this secret organization that could possibly destroy Samuel Morse Felton’s Philadelphia, Wilmington & Baltimore Railroad, he hired the Pinkerton Detective Agency to uncover a plot to destroy his tracks and assassinate Abraham Lincoln. You will hear about this “cloak and dagger” mystery involving undercover detectives with assumed identities, disguises, secret meetings and the key people that saved Abraham Lincoln from the assassins. The presenter is Carol Parker, president of the West Boylston Historical Society. The event is free.
Beaman Library Teen Programs: Email jwright@cwmars.org to register for all teen programs and receive link if needed. Stop by the Teen Space and check out the giant Boggle board; each teen participant will be entered in a monthly raffle for a $10 gift card (one entry per month). Books and Banter virtual, Wednesday, March 30, 7 p.m., to talk about your current read.
Beaman Library Children's Programs: Email ssmith@cwmars.org to register and for any virtual links, unless notified otherwise. The library received a mini-grant from the Ezra Jack Keats Foundation and are looking for children to write a puppet show; others needed to make puppets; this is for upper elementary school children; email with "Ezra" in the subject line if interested in participating; project starts in April. Scavenger Hunt through March 31; special prize when you are done. Dog Man Party, Wednesday, April 6, noon-5 p.m. Send an email with "Dog Man" in the subject line by March 30 to sign up for an all-afternoon rolling party (you will get a time slot) for crafts, trivia and more for Dog Man lovers.
West Boylston Senior Center Special programs: For information, costs and to register for a class/activity, call the Center at (508) 835-6916. Office Hours with Rep. Jim O'Day, Friday, April 8, 10-11 a.m., meet in person to discuss concerns or share a cup of coffee. Acrylic Art Workshop, with Sharon, begins April 11, running Mondays, 1 p.m., for five weeks; cost is $25; class size limited, payment at registration. Watercolor Art Workshop with Sharon, beginning April 13, running Wednesday, 1 p.m., for five weeks; cost is $25; class size limited, payment due at the time of registration. Music of the Decades with Arizona Doug, Tuesday, April 19, 2 p.m., with Doug Urquhard, singer/guitarist; refreshments will be served; call to reserve. Bemis Farms Nursery Spring Color Bow, Wednesday, April 20, 1:30 p.m., $25; registration begins Thursday, March 31; no reservations taken outside of business hours or weekends. Movie matinee, "The Lady in the Van," Friday, April 22, 1:30 p.m., popcorn will be served. Coffee Club with Lisa Casillo, financial advisor with Edward Jones, Wednesday, April 27, 2 p.m., learn about the market with a free cup of coffee; just drop in. Anything Goes Card Making with Ellen, Thursday, April 21, 1:30 p.m. to layer common household items on cardstock to create one-of-a-kind cards; bring scissors; class size limited, payment due at time of reservation. Council on Aging informal meeting to discuss what goes on at the senior center, Thursday, May 5, 6 p.m., including a discussion of the article on the annual town meeting to bring a chef on board.
Weekly activities at West Boylston Senior Center: For information, costs and to register for a class/activity, call the Center at (508) 835-6916. Quilting Workshop with Linda, Mondays, 10 a.m.. Tai Chi with Sifu Gary, Mondays, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Banquet of Fitness, with Marty, Monday, 1 p.m. and Thursday, 1 p.m. Writer's group, first and third Monday, 1:30 p.m., no charge. Low-impact exercise with Grace, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:45-10:45 a.m. Hatha Yoga with Divya, Tuesday, 10 a.m., bring your own mat or use a chair. Zumba Gold, with Rita, Tuesday, 11 -11:45 a.m. Gentle Yoga with Carol, Tuesday, noon (except first Tuesday of the month), and Thursdays at noon (except first Thursday of the month), dress comfortably and bring a mat. Pool Lessons with Joe, Tuesday, 1 p.m. Country Line Dancing with Linda, Wednesdays: 9:30 a.m., beginners; 10:30 a.m., beyond beginners. Cell Phone/Tablet help with Michele and Tim, one-on-one, Wednesday, noon-1 p.m., call the center to schedule individual appointments for Android or iPhone. Pickleball Clinic, begins March 30 through April, Wednesdays, 3-5 p.m., in the multipurpose room for beginners. Wii Bowling with Arlette, anyone can do it, even in a chair and some fun promised, Friday, 10 a.m. Mahjong with Judy, Fridays, noon. Pitch with Toni and Dave, Friday, 1 p.m. Ask an Attorney, second Tuesday of the month, 9:30-10:30 a.m. with Nicholas Daviau, call (508) 835-6916 for an appointment. SHINE Counseling, third Tuesday of the month for a one-on-one appointment, 9 a.m. -noon, call (508) 835-6916. Wellness Clinic/Ask the Nurse, last Wednesday of the month, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., drop ins welcome.
Regional Recycling Center: 131 Raymond Huntington Highway, West Boylston, is open to residents of Boylston, Sterling and West Boylston. Visit wachusettearthday.org for the latest updates on both hours and announcements. Tuesdays, 9-11 a.m.; Thursdays, 4-6 p.m.; and the first and third Saturday of the month, 9 a.m.-noon. Masks are still required inside the ReUse building, but not in the outside areas. Accepting only two boxes per vehicle due to limited volunteers and storage capacity. Face masks are required on the site or in the building. Have your ID ready. The recycle center welcomes home goods, reusable furniture, crafts, sporting goods, fabric, bicycles, school supplies and appliances for swap or to be passed on to families in need. Fees are collected for some items. New volunteers welcome. Check the website, www.wachusettearthday.org, for other fees, hours and virus requirements. The Wachusett Watershed Regional Recycling Center will be closed if the actual or perceived (wind chill or real feel) temperature is predicted to be below 10 degrees Fahrenheit during the open hours. The center will be closed for snow if a significant snow event is ongoing into the open hours, or if the total snowfall is greater than four inches within the 12 hours previous to the center being open to the public. Visit wachusettearthday.org, Facebook and the phone message at (978) 464-2854 for the most up-to-date notifications, schedule changes and weather announcements.