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Everwood Summer Camp Open House
Everwood Summer Camp Open House
SPONSORED CONTENT: EVENT: New and Prospective Family Open House DATE: Jan. 26, 2025 TIME: 11am-3pm LOCATION: 125 Lakeview Street, Sharon, MA 02067 RSVP here. DESCRIPTION: An open house is the perfect opportunity to learn more about Everwood. This warm and welcoming introduction is designed to help prepare you for your family’s 1st summer at […]
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Charles River Regional Chamber’s Coffee Connect at Papa Razzi Wellesley
Charles River Regional Chamber’s Coffee Connect at Papa Razzi Wellesley
Coffee Connect at Papa Razzi Wellesley Tuesday, Jan 28, 8:30-9:30 a.m. 16 Washington Street, Wellesley Free for members & future members Start your morning off with coffee, conversation, and connections! Our popular Coffee Connect series kicks off 2025 at Papa Razzi in Wellesley Hills. Our hosts are opening early exclusively for this event. Join us […]
Wellesley Health Dept. Keep Well Clinic
Wellesley Health Dept. Keep Well Clinic
The Wellesley Health Department will hold a Keep Well Clinic on Tuesday, Jan. 28, 1:30pm-2:30pm, at 60 Grove St., Washington St., Wellesley, MA. Keep Well clinics are open to residents. For more information call 781-235-0135 or visit www.wellesleyma.gov/health Keep Well Clinic services Have your health questions answered Blood pressure check and monitoring Review medications with a nurse […]
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Select Board office hours open to all in the community
Select Board office hours open to all in the community
Sign up to speak with Select Board member Lise Olney Wednesday, January 29 from 8:30 - 10 a.m. in-person at Wellesley Town Hall. Ask questions, give input, and share concerns about Town operations, economic development, housing, and other issues. Email Lise at lolney@wellesleyma.gov to request a 15-minute appointment. Select Board office hours are open to everyone in […]
Jigsaw puzzle race at Wellesley Free Library
Jigsaw puzzle race at Wellesley Free Library
Make a team of 1 to 4 people and race against others to see who can solve a 500 piece puzzle first. Adult, teens, and families with kids 8+ are welcome to join. Limited to 8 teams. Have one person register for the team Wednesday, Jan. 29, 7-8:30pm at Wellesley Free Library, main branch. YES, […]
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World of Wellesley presents film screening and discussion of “Race: The Power of an Illusion”
World of Wellesley presents film screening and discussion of “Race: The Power of an Illusion”
EVENT: Film screening and discussion of Race: The Power of an Illusion DATE: Thursday, Jan. 30 TIME: 6:30pm-9pm LOCATION: Wellesley Free Library, 530 Washington St. COST: Free Register Here DESCRIPTION: Engage in a thought-provoking community discussion inspired by Race: The Power of an Illusion, a compelling PBS documentary that examines race through the lenses of […]
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Celebrate Chinese New Year at Wellesley Council on Aging
Celebrate Chinese New Year at Wellesley Council on Aging
Register for this and other Wellesley Council on Aging events YES, sign me up for Swellesley’s free weekday email newsletter
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Wellesley Choral Society’s ‘True Colors’ concert
Wellesley Choral Society’s ‘True Colors’ concert
The Wellesley Choral Society will present its second concert of the 2024-2025 season on Saturday, Feb. 1, at 7pm at the Wellesley Hills Congregational Church, 207 Washington St. The theme of the concert is "True Colors"—all music will have a color in the title or lyrics. The music performed will be a mix of movie, television, […]
Wellesley Cotillion
Wellesley Cotillion
The Wellesley Cotillion, the town’s annual formal winter dance for high school juniors and seniors, this year is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 1 from 7:30-10:30pm at the Verve Hotel in Natick. Tickets should be purchased by Jan. 10 and financial help is available to ensure anyone who wants to attend can do so. (Invites have been sent; if […]
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Author visit at WFL—Dan Dain, “A History of Boston”
Author visit at WFL—Dan Dain, “A History of Boston”
EVENT: Author visit: Dan Dain, A History of Boston DATE: Sunday, February 2 TIME: 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM LOCATION: Wakelin Room and Online REGISTER HERE DESCRIPTION: Boston is today one of the world’s greatest cities, first in higher education, hospitals, life science companies, and sports teams. It was the home of the Great Puritan […]
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“A Purposeful Life: Ages 80, 90, & Beyond,” presentation by J. Brooks Fenno
“A Purposeful Life: Ages 80, 90, & Beyond,” presentation by J. Brooks Fenno
EVENT: Speaker/author J. Brooks Fenno, "A Purposeful Life: Ages 80, 90, & Beyond" DATE: Monday, February 3 TIME: 2:00pm - 3:00pm LOCATION: Wellesley Free Library, 530 Washington St. REGISTRATION REQUIRED: https://wellesleyfreelibrary.libcal.com/event/14072176 DESCRIPTION: Brooks Fenno is a seasoned marketing professional with a 40-year career managing a specialty marketing consulting firm, SALESMARK, which served over 250 clients worldwide, […]
Teen Summer Expo
Teen Summer Expo
EVENT: Teen Summer Expo DATE: Monday, Feb. 3 TIME: 5:30pm-8:30pm LOCATION: Newton South High School, 140 Brandeis Rd., Newton, MA
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“Art Sparks: Finding and Harnessing Inspiration in Your Art,” with Carol Bershad and Nan Rumpf
“Art Sparks: Finding and Harnessing Inspiration in Your Art,” with Carol Bershad and Nan Rumpf
EVENT: “Art Sparks: Finding and Harnessing Inspiration in Your Art," with Carol Bershad and Nan Rumpf DATE: February 4th TIME: 7:00-8:30pm LOCATION: Wellesley Free Library, 530 Washington St. DESCRIPTION: Every artist has experienced the dreaded “creative block” when inspiration and ideas are hard to find, or maybe you feel your subject matter has become overdone […]
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St. Olaf Choir at Houghton Chapel
St. Olaf Choir at Houghton Chapel
SOLD OUT—The St. Olaf Choir, conducted by Anton Armstrong will perform at Houghton Chapel at Wellesley College in Wellesley, MA on Wednesday, February 5 at 7:30 p.m. during its 2025 National Tour. For more than a century, the St. Olaf Choir has set the gold standard for choral singing, performing for millions around the world. […]
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Davis Museum opening reception for spring exhibitions
Davis Museum opening reception for spring exhibitions
EVENT: Davis Museum Opening Reception DATE: Thursday, February 6, 2025 TIME: 5:00pm to 8:00pm LOCATION:Davis Lobby and Galleries, on the campus of Wellesley College COST: Free and open to the public DESCRIPTION: Join the Davis Museum for the opening of our spring 2025 exhibitions, and celebrate the ways that Wellesley’s long-term collections support inclusive excellence at the […]
Art Wellesley presents artists panel discussion at WFL
Art Wellesley presents artists panel discussion at WFL
EVENT: Artists panel discussion DATE: Feb. 6 TIME: 6:30pm LOCATION: Wellesley Free Library, 530 Washington St. DESCRIPTION: Art Wellesley, in partnership with the Wellesley Free Library, will host and celebrate the work of guest curator and Wellesley resident Rachael Arauz with an exhibition entitled, Shelter, abstracted. The exhibition will feature the art of Meg Alexander, Emily Hass, and […]
Candidate forum—meet those seeking town-wide office in the upcoming election
Candidate forum—meet those seeking town-wide office in the upcoming election
EVENT: Candidate Forum DATE: Thursday, Feb. 6, 2025 TIME: 7pm-9pm LOCATION: Wellesley Free Library, 530 Washington St. DESCRIPTION: The Wellesley Democratic Town Committee will present a Candidate Forum so that voters can get to know the candidates for Wellesley Town Government. Wellesley's annual town election takes place on March 4, 2025.
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Wellesley High School Performing Arts Spring Musical, “Anything Goes”
Wellesley High School Performing Arts Spring Musical, “Anything Goes”
EVENT: Wellesley High School Performing Arts Spring Musical, "Anything Goes" DATE: Feb. 7 TIME: 7pm LOCATION: Wellesley High School, 50 Rice St.
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RESCHEDULED EVENT—Wellesley High School Performing Arts Spring Musical, “Anything Goes”
RESCHEDULED EVENT—Wellesley High School Performing Arts Spring Musical, “Anything Goes”
RESCHEDULED EVENT: Wellesley High School performance of "Anything Goes" DATE: Saturday, Feb. 8 TIME: Noon LOCATION: Wellesley High School, 50 Rice St. DESCRIPTION: As a result of the school closure on Thursday, Feb. 6, that night's performance of "Anything Goes" has been RESCHEDULED and held instead on SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 8th at 12PM. All tickets to […]
Wellesley High School Performing Arts Spring Musical, “Anything Goes”
Wellesley High School Performing Arts Spring Musical, “Anything Goes”
EVENT: Wellesley High School Performing Arts Spring Musical, "Anything Goes" DATE: Feb. 8 TIME: 5pm LOCATION: Wellesley High School, 50 Rice St.
A Wellesley College Faculty Recital: Erica Johnson, organ
A Wellesley College Faculty Recital: Erica Johnson, organ
Wellesley College Organist Erica Johnson presents a recital titled "The Musical Circle of Ferdinando de Medici" on the famed Fisk Organ. Erica will be joined by Music Performance Faculty member Tom Duprey, Jazz and Classical Trumpet instructor, for a program that features works by Vivaldi, Bach, Handel, Zachow, and Scarlatti. To be held on Feb. […]
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Wellesley Symphony Orchestra concert—”Celebrate the Symphony”
Wellesley Symphony Orchestra concert—”Celebrate the Symphony”
EVENT: Wellesley Symphony Orchestra concert DATE: Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025 TIME: 2pm LOCATION: MassBay Community College, 50 Oakland St., Wellesley Hills, MA 02481 TICKETS here
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Friends of Wellesley Free Libraries Donation Days
Friends of Wellesley Free Libraries Donation Days
FWFL Donation Days! This Sunday and Monday Wakelin Room, Main Library
Be heard at Select Board office hours at Town Hall
Be heard at Select Board office hours at Town Hall
Sign up to speak with Select Board member Colette Aufranc, Monday, Feb. 10, 11:00am-12:30pm, in-person at Wellesley Town Hall. Ask questions, give input, and share concerns about Town operations, economic development, housing, and other issues. Email Colette at coletteaufranc@gmail.com to request a 15-minute appointment. Select Board office hours are open to everyone in the community.
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Town of Wellesley pizza party/climate action event
Town of Wellesley pizza party/climate action event
The Town of Wellesley is hosting a climate action learning event, and throwing in free pizza for attendees, on Tuesday, Feb. 11, 6:30-8:30pm at Wellesley Free Library's main branch (530 Washington St.). Pizza and socializing at 6:30pm, followed by the program at 7pm. Registration is open. Learn about home weatherization, heat pumps, solar, transportation, and […]
Wellesley College Theatre presents “Decompositions”
Wellesley College Theatre presents “Decompositions”
EVENT: Wellesley College Theatre presents Decompositions, by Farm Arts Collective artistic director Tannis Kowalchuk DATE: Tuesday, February 11 TIME: 7pm LOCATION: Ruth Nagel Jones Theatre, Alumnae Hall, 106 Central St., Wellesley College COST: Free DESCRIPTION: Wellesley College Theatre will bring guest artist Tannis Kowalchuk to campus, to present her original work Decompositions in a free performance […]
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Wellesley resident to speak on climate change at Gardeners’ Guild meeting—public welcome
Wellesley resident to speak on climate change at Gardeners’ Guild meeting—public welcome
EVENT: Wellesley Gardeners' Guild meeting DATE: Wednesday, Feb. 12 TIME: Meeting starts at 9am with coffee and light refreshments. The WGG business meeting begins at 9:30am, and Quentin Prideaux's talk runs 10am-11am LOCATION: Wellesley Free Library, 530 Washington St. COST: Free Quentin Prideaux DESCRIPTION: The Wellesley Gardeners' Guild invites any interested Wellesley residents to join […]
Between Black and White: Intro to Chinese Ink Painting
Between Black and White: Intro to Chinese Ink Painting
EVENT: Between Black and White: Intro to Chinese Ink Painting DATE: Wednesday, February 12 TIME: 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM LOCATION: Wellesley Free Library, 530 Washington St. REGISTER DESCRIPTION: This is an introductory course for traditional Chinese ink painting. Learners will be introduced to the materials and techniques used in creating various brush strokes and […]
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Town social worker drop-in meeting at library
Town social worker drop-in meeting at library
Meet with Joyce Saret, a Town of Wellesley social worker. She will be open for drop-in meetings in conference room 211 at Wellesley Free Library on Feb. 13, 2:30-3:30pm. YES, sign me up for Swellesley’s free weekday email newsletter
Wellesley League of Women Voters “Meet the Candidates Night”
Wellesley League of Women Voters “Meet the Candidates Night”
EVENT: Meet the Candidates Night DATE: Feb. 13, 2025 TIME: 6:30pm LOCATION: Wellesley Free Library, 530 Washington St.
Wellesley High School & Middle School annual step-up concert
Wellesley High School & Middle School annual step-up concert
EVENT: Wellesley High School and Wellesley Middle School is presenting their annual step-up concert DATE: Thursday, Feb. 13 TIME: 7pm LOCATION: Wellesley High School, 50 Rice St. (in the Gigatorium) COST: Free DESCRIPTION: Come join us for a night of music theater, popular music, light classical music, and a lot of fun along the way!
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Keep Well Clinic
Keep Well Clinic
The Wellesley Health Department is holding a get well clinic at the Tolles Parsons Center at 500 Washington St. Get your blood pressure monitored and health questions asnwered from 10-11am on Feb. 19. Tolles Parsons Center, Wellesley YES, sign me up for Swellesley’s free weekday email newsletter
Wellesley Select Board Debate hosted by Charles River Regional Chamber (online)
Wellesley Select Board Debate hosted by Charles River Regional Chamber (online)
Wellesley Select Board Debate Wed. Feb 19, 11:00 a.m to 12:00 p.m. Via Zoom Free, open to all Join the Charles River Regional Chamber for the virtual debate between the candidates Kenneth Largess, Odessa Sanchez, and Michael Tauer, competing in the March 4 annual town election for one open seat on the Wellesley Select Board. […]
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Learn to crochet at Wellesley Free Library for a town wide community event
Learn to crochet at Wellesley Free Library for a town wide community event
In preparation for the town's first Yarn Bomb to be installed on Linden Street in May, Art Wellesley has partnered with fiber enthusiast and local resident Rosann Fleischauer to lead a series of workshops for residents. During the two hour session, Rosann will introduce participants to the project, provide design guidelines, and guide participants through […]
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Whitin Observatory Public Night at Wellesley College
Whitin Observatory Public Night at Wellesley College
Please join Wellesley College for a public night (Feb. 21, 7-9pm) including an astronomy talk, demonstrations, and crafts at the Whitin Observatory. The subject of this talk will be announced later. Visual observing opportunities with the historic telescopes and digital observing opportunities with the research telescope may be available if the skies are clear. These […]
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Open House: Bach to Rock Music School
Open House: Bach to Rock Music School
Curious about B2R's music programs? New to the area? Want to learn more about scheduling and pricing for our group classes and private lessons? Stop by Bach to Rock during our Open House! We offer early childhood classes, private lessons, summer camps, rock band, performance opportunities, and more. Learn about becoming a Swellesley Report advertising […]
UU Wellesley Hills presents Celtic music duo Matt & Shannon Heaton in concert
UU Wellesley Hills presents Celtic music duo Matt & Shannon Heaton in concert
Matt and Shannon Heaton, a Celtic music duo, will perform both traditional and updated songs at UU Wellesley Hills (309 Washington St.) on Feb 22 at 6pm. The couple is well known in the Boston Irish music scene, for both vocals and instrumentals, including flute, accordian, guitar, and bouzouki. Tickets cost $20 for adults, $10 […]
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Wellesley Symphony Orchestra Brass Group performs at library
Wellesley Symphony Orchestra Brass Group performs at library
EVENT: Wellesley Symphony Orchestra Brass Group performance DATE: Sunday, Feb. 23 TIME: 2pm-3pm LOCATION: Wellesley Free Library, 530 Washington S. DESCRIPTION: The Wellesley Symphony Orchestra will present a small group of musicians to perform a program of short pieces for your enjoyment and enrichment on Sunday, Feb. 23, 2pm-3pm, at the Wellesley Free Library. The musicians […]
Wellesley College concert—”Requiem for the Adrift and Shattered”
Wellesley College concert—”Requiem for the Adrift and Shattered”
EVENT: Concert DATE: Feb. 23 TIME: 4pm LOCATION: Jewett Auditorium, Wellesley College COST: Free DESCRIPTION: Requiem for the Adrift and Shattered combines poetry, film, and solo piano music to foster reflection and catharsis in the wake of the 2020 pandemic. Inspired by the great requiems of classical music's European past, but with the aim of fostering […]
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Keep Well Clinic at 60 Grove St.
Keep Well Clinic at 60 Grove St.
VENT: Keep Well Clinic Time: 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM Address: 60 Grove Street, Wellesley, MA 02481 DESCRIPTION: The Wellesley Health Department is holding a get well clinic at the Tolles Parsons Center at 60 Grove St. Get your blood pressure monitored and health questions answered from 10-11am on Tuesday, Feb. 25.
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Newton-Wellesley Hospital’s Virtual Winter Conversation – From Crisis to Comfort: Navigating Pediatric Emergencies and Care at NWH
Newton-Wellesley Hospital’s Virtual Winter Conversation – From Crisis to Comfort: Navigating Pediatric Emergencies and Care at NWH
EVENT: Newton-Wellesley Hospital’s Virtual Winter Conversation – From Crisis to Comfort: Navigating Pediatric Emergencies and Care at NWH DATE: Wednesday, February 26th TIME: 1:00 – 2:00PM LOCATION: Virtual event. To register, please use this link: NWH Winter Conversation Registration Link. Event Summary Join Newton-Wellesley Hospital for an informative webinar designed to help parents and caregivers navigate […]
Sustainable Wellesley presents: A Conversation with the Candidates
Sustainable Wellesley presents: A Conversation with the Candidates
Join Sustainable Wellesley’s annual event: A Conversation with the Candidates on Wednesday, February 26th from 7-9pm. Meet the candidates running for the many important town positions and hear where candidates stand on issues specifically related to meeting Wellesley's climate goals and prioritizing resiliency. Local issues matter and these folks will be at the table making decisions.
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How immigration policy shifts may impact your employees and business (webinar)
How immigration policy shifts may impact your employees and business (webinar)
Webinar: How immigration policy shifts may impact your employees and business Wed. Feb 27, 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Via Zoom Free, open to all As immigration policies continue to evolve, understanding the impact on your immigrant workforce is essential for business success. This webinar will provide valuable insights on how businesses can support their […]
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West Suburban YMCA Winter Carnival—Free and Open to All!
West Suburban YMCA Winter Carnival—Free and Open to All!
EVENT: WSYMCA Winter Carnival- Free and Open to All! DATE: Friday, February 28 TIME: 5:30 to 7:30 PM LOCATION: West Suburban YMCA, 135 Wells Ave, Newton, MA 02459 DESCRIPTION: Looking to brighten up the chilly days of February? Join us on Friday, February 28, 2025, from 5:30 to 7:30 PM at the Wells Ave Y […]
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