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2026 Easter services in Wellesley

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Easter falls on Sunday, April 5 this year, and a happy one to those who celebrate the holiday. Wellesley has many houses of worship that observe Easter, as well as the solemn holy days leading up to what is considered the most important, fundamental holiday in Christianity.

St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church
79 Denton Rd., 781-235-7310

St. Andrews, Wellesley

Wellesley Hills Congregational Church
207 Washington St., 781-235-4424

Wellesley Hills Congregational Church

Wellesley Congregational (Village) Church
2 Central St., 781-235-1988

Wellesley Village Church, Easter

First Church of Christ, Scientist
8 Rockland St, 781-235-1114

MetroWest Baptist Church
42 Elmwood Rd.    781-235-6025

St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church
79 Denton Rd., 781-235-7310

St. John the Evangelist Parish (Catholic)
9 Glen Rd., 781-235-0045

St. Paul Parish (Catholic)
502 Washington St., 781-235-1060

Unitarian Universalist Society of Wellesley Hills
309 Washington St., 781-235-9423

Wellesley Congregational (Village) Church
2 Central St., 781-235-1988

Wellesley Hills Congregational Church
207 Washington St., 781-235-4424

Wellesley Friends Meeting (Quaker)
26 Benvenue St., 781-237-0268

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Wellesley Council on Aging has full house for St. Patrick’s Day lunch

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The Wellesley Council on Aging brought a touch of Ireland to town with its annual St. Patrick’s Day lunch, drawing a full house of patrons for an afternoon of food, music, and easygoing celebration.

Patrons enjoyed a classic Irish-inspired meal while the Matt Wright Duo provided live entertainment, mixing traditional tunes with familiar favorites that had the room tapping along.

Thanks to COA’s Kevin McDonald for sharing info & photos.

COA St. Patrick's Day Lunch

COA St. Patrick's Day Lunch

COA St. Patrick's Day Lunch

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Wellesley seniors welcome in the Year of the Horse

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The Wellesley Council on Aging celebrated the Year of the Horse with a Chinese New Year gathering on Feb. 20 that brought together patrons for an afternoon of food, conversation, and festive decor.

The COA dining room was transformed with red lanterns, hanging dragons, and traditional accents.

The COA extends its thanks to the volunteers who helped decorate the space and serve refreshments.

Chinese New Year, Council on Aging
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What’s open and closed on Presidents Day 2026 in Wellesley; schools on February break

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The Town of Wellesley will follow a holiday schedule on Presidents Day.

Closed on Monday, February 16 for Presidents Day

  • Wellesley municipal buildings and offices
  • Wellesley libraries
  • Wellesley Recycling & Disposal Facility
  • Council on Aging, Tolles Parsons Center
  • Wellesley Public Schools Feb. break—Feb. 16 – 20 (classes resume on Monday, Feb. 23)

For Town departments, please check webpages for specific hours of operation as these may vary by department.

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Wellesley Symphony Orchestra, 2026

Wellesley galloping into Lunar New Year activities

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Wellesley residents have a slew of options for celebrating Lunar New Year, which on Feb. 17 kicks off the Year of the Horse, with the community.

Wellesley Free Library on Feb. 5 hosts a paper lantern craft activity at 5pm (seats were filling up fast for this limited capacity event for ages 14+).

Wellesley Middle School celebrates Lunar New Year, also known as Chinese New Year, with a lunchtime event in the cafeteria on Feb. 10. In addition to holiday-themed food, students will enjoy crafts and trivia throughout the week, plus performances by Chinese language students.

Wellesley Chinese Language School on Feb. 8 will host a a Chinese New Year Gala at Village Church in Wellesley Square from 2:30–8:30pm, featuring games, food, and performances. Tickets are available online.

Wellesley Chinese Language School New Year Gala

Wellesley seniors celebrate Lunar New Year on Feb. 19 at the Tolles Parsons Center at noon, with music, performances, and cuisine.

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Wellesley in Bloom starts May 2!

Wellesley in Bloom starts May 2!