Today is Friday, Sept. 7. Here are five things you need to know: 1. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms this morning. Patchy fog before 9 a.m. Otherwise, partly sunny, with a high near 83. West wind 5 to 7 mph becoming south in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 20 percent. Tonight, partly cloudy, with a low around 67. South wind around 6 mph. (Forecast by the National Weather Service.) 2. American Red Cross community blood drive today. Pop into the Sheraton Colonial Hotel, which is sponsoring the drive, from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Every presenting donor will receive a Red Sox T-shirt…
Today is Thursday, Sept. 6. Here are five things you need to know: 1. Partly sunny today with a high near 79. Calm wind becoming southeast 5 to 8 mph in the morning. Tonight, patchy fog after 2 a.m. Otherwise, mostly cloudy, with a low around 65. South wind around 8 mph. (Forecast by the National Weather Service.) 2. Jazz at the library. Plaza Jazz, part of the 2012 Berklee Summer in the City concert series presented by Natixis Global Asset Management, continues with a free concert by Javier Garcia tonight at 5:30 p.m. at the Lucius Beebe Memorial Library. 3. French Club. A weekly informal …
Good morning. Here are some things worth knowing in Wakefield this morning, Bus Passes: The School District reports that: “If you paid for a School Bus Pass for the school year 2012-2013 you will be able to pick them up in the Galvin Main Office starting Monday, August 27.” Street List: The 2012 Wakefield Street List is now available for sale at $10.00 at the Town Clerk’s Office in Town Hall, or at Lubie’s Jewelry Store, 374 Main St., Wakefield. Drop In Genealogy: If you’re into ancestry and family trees, the Beebe Library has been holding “Drop In Genealogy” gatherings for researchers and …
Good morning. Here are some things worth knowing in Wakefield this morning, August 16, 2012. Jazz Concert Tonight: Tonight from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., jazz pianist Witness Matlou performs on the library’s front plaza. For more information, click here. Save The Date: On Saturday, October 20 from 7 to 11 p.m., local nonprofit group BKP (Bagong Kulturang Pinoy/New Filipino Culture) has a Halloween fundraising dance at the Wakefield Elks Club. The group sends donated books to stock libraries in impoverished communities in the Philippines. Tickets are $35 for adults and $20 for children and will …
Today is Tuesday, August 14. Here are some things worth knowing. Memorial Blood Drive: A blood drive in Wakefield today will benefit the Boston Children’s Hospital and The Jimmy Fund Clinic. Stop by the West Side Social Club at 4 Harrington Court in Wakefield on Tuesday or Wednesday from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. In previous years, this drive has collected 2,083 pints of blood, which has the potential to help more than 8,000 young patients. The drive is in memory of Dillon Ahern, Christopher Barnes and in honor of Ashley Cashell, Patrick Connolly, Jessica Downing, Justin Hayes, Milana Ruffo, Gianna …
Today is Monday, August 14. Here are some things worth knowing. Owl Presentation: Tomorrow at the Beebe Library, there’s a “World of Owls” presentation for grades 5 through 12, but you need to register for it in advance. Jim Parks will lead the presentation, focusing on the abilities of owls and their folklore and facts. Town Business: The Wakefield Selectmen meet tonight at the WCAT studio, 64 Hemlock Road at 7 p.m. The planning board meets tomorrow at 7 p.m. Reader’s Choice: This is the final week to vote in the Patch.com 2012 Reader’s Choice contest. Want to help your favorite local …
Good morning. Here are some things knowing this Friday, August 10. Festival Italia: The Festival Italia 2012 is happening this weekend. This link offers a full look at the weekend's festivities. Are you going to the festival? Bring your camera and send some pictures to Wakefield Patch! Farmer's Market: While at the festival this weekend, head over to check out the Wakefield Farmer's Market. For more info, click here. Kidstock: A week from today - Friday, August 17 - Kidstock! Theater For Kids is back at the Beebe Library at 10:30 a.m., featuring live theater for children. Do you have an …
Good morning. Here are some things worth knowing in Wakefield this morning, August 9, 2012. Concert: Tonight’s Plaza Jazz concert on the plaza features “Dangerous Men” from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The band includes guitarist Rick Campbell, proprietor of Cravings on Main Street. Pilates: The Unitarian Church on Main Street in downtown Wakefield holds a free Pilates Form and Fitness class this Saturday, August 11, from 9 to 10 a.m. in the church hall. Bring a mat, 3-5 pound weights, and some water. Festival Italia: The town’s Festival Italia event is Friday and Saturday, and if you want to go to the …
Good morning. Here's a few things in Wakefield worth knowing this Wednesday, August 8. Fun Run: On Wednesdays at 6:45 p.m., the Mystic Runners Club holds a 5K Fun Run around Lake Quannapowitt. The cost is $2 and results from the timed event are posted on coolrunning.com. Whoo Wants To Learn About Owls? Looking ahead to next week, the Beebe Library holds a presentation on owls featuring Wingmasters. The presentation is geared toward grades 5 through 12 and registration is required – you can sign up here. Golf Tournament: The David K. Johnson Foundation will holds its 12th annual DKJ Foundation…
Good morning. Here's a few things in Wakefield worth knowing this Tuesday, August 7: Jump Roping Demonstration: This morning at 10:30 a.m., the BeanTown Jumpers will be at the Beebe Library to demonstrate their jump roping skills. The team is set to compete nationally in the coming months and will talk to the kids about how they got to that level. Facebook Challenge: Speaking of the Beebe Library, they are having a competition with the Weymouth Public Library to see who can get to 1,000 Facebook “likes” first. Right now the two sides are said to be pretty close and they have a ways to go. …
Good morning. Here's a few things in Wakefield worth knowing this Monday, August 6: Irish Set Dancing: Tonight is the last of the Summer Irish set dancing classes at Harrington’s on 17 Water Street. Classes are upstairs from 7:30 to 9 p.m. For more information, email frank@irishsetdancing.org or call 781-205-9721. Festival Italia: One of the town’s major annual events is coming up this weekend, starting with Friday’s Festival Italia dinner at the Sheraton Colonial. Dinner will feature food from various area restaurants, and tickets can be purchased for $30 at Tickets are $30 at the Wakefield …
Here are a few things worth knowing on Friday August 3, 2012: Weather: Today will be sunny with a high near 87 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. Kid's Activities: The Wakefield Recreation Department has openings in the following programs for next week (August 6-10): Pretty Pretty Princess, Tennis, Boys Outdoor Bonus, Wicked Cool Lego Engineering (half day program), Explore the Ocean, and Track and Field. To register and see a full list of programs please go to our website www.wakefieldrec.net. If you have any questions please call 781-246-6389 or email recreation@…
Here are a few things worth knowing on Thursday, August 2, 2012: Weather: Today will be sunny with a high near 83 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. Business: Several Wakefield businesses are open later on Thursday nights during the summer: Avon Beauty Center, Butterfly Yarns,Gone to the Dogs, (who encourages dogs and their humans to attend) J'Adore, Rada Boutique, Silver Clay Gifts, The Queen's Vaultand Your IT Solutions will each be open until 8 p.m., and some stores will even have refreshments. Entertainment: Join the Middlesex Concert Band as they perform a variety of …
Here are a few things worth knowing on Wednesday, August 1, 2012: Weather: Today will be partly sunny with a high near 83 degrees and a 30 percent chance of thunderstorms, according to the National Weather Service. Kid's Activities: Send your artisitic kids to the Beebe Library today to experience Yarnbombing, or colorful knitted graffiti. Beginners and knitters of all levels are welcome, some materials provided and crocheters also welcome. This activity is meant for kids in grades five through 12. See here for more information. Community: Every Wednesday evening, The Mystic Runners Club …
Here are a few things worth knowing on Tuesday, July 31, 2012: Weather: Today will be sunny with a high near 76 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. Kid's Activities: Today at the Beebe Library, Guard Up is coming at 10:30 a.m. for A Samurai Tale: Warriors and Weapons of Ancient Japan. Guard Up staff members will share their knowledge of the Japan’s historical weaponry and ancient Samurai culture. Registration and a signed waiver are required for this program. See here for more details. Community: Tickets are now on sale for the Friday night Festival Italia Dinner Buffet to …
Here are a few things worth knowing on Monday, July 30, 2012: Weather: Today will be sunny with a high near 81 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. Kid's Activities: Today at the Beebe Library, kids in grades five can attend a Museum of Science Rocket workshop. Kids will create an air rocket that launches across the room, and engineer a way for a payload to return safely to Earth. This hands-on workshop explores the science behind rockets and space exploration. Registration is required. See here for more details. Community: Tickets are now on sale for the Friday night …
Here are a few things worth knowing on Friday, July 27, 2012: Weather: Today will be cloudy with a high near 82 degrees and a 50 percent chance of rain and thunderstorms, according to the National Weather Service. Some of the storms could produce heavy rain and severe thunderstorms. Community: If you think you're seeing people running around the lake at all hours of the night, you're not crazy. This weekend is the annual 24-hour road race around Lake Quannapowitt. There's a marathon, a 12-hour race, a team relay race, and an ultra 24 hour race. See here for more details. Community: Tickets …
Here are a few things worth knowing on Wednesday, July 25, 2012: Weather: Today will be partly sunny with a high near 86 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. Business: The Wakefield Chamber of Commerce is hosting a free workshop tonight at 7 p.m. at the Americal Civic Center for small business owners or HR reps to receive quotes for health insurance programs using the state chamber health discount. Tables will be manned by Chamber Health Services, Aflac, Lynch Insurance Group, Health Services Administrators, HD Physical Therapy and others.You do not have to be a member of a …
Here are a few things worth knowing on Tuesday, July 24, 2012: Weather: Today will be partly sunny with a high near 89 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. There's a slight chance of thunderstorms before 2 p.m. Kids' Activities: The Beebe Library is holding a glow-in-the-dark t-shirt decorating hour for kids entering grades 5 through 12, today from 6-7 p.m. Kids will use glow in the dark fabric paints to decorate a t-shirt. Materials will be provided. Registration is required, call 781-246-6334 to register. Health: Since the Olympics inspire so many of us to try new sports and…
Here are a few things worth knowing on Monday, July 23, 2012: Weather: Today will be partly sunny with a high near 89 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. Kids' Activities: For the younger set: The Beebe Library is holding a preschool story time for children ages 3-5 today from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. See here for more information. Health: Since the Olympics inspire so many of us to try new sports and activities, we're teaming up with First Lady's Let's Move initiative to bring Olympic sports to life for you and your family. (The First Lady is leading the USA Olympic delegation …
