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The Week Ahead: Celebrate The Arts, Dana Farber Fundraising and More

A look at some events in and around Melrose this upcoming week.

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This is only a sample of some of the events happening this week. To find more—and add your owncheck out our calendar.

When/Where: Monday, April 9, 7 p.m. / , 100 Slayton Rd, Melrose, MA | Get Directions »

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Why Go: There will be a public hearing at the Mt. Hood Clubhouse to discuss a proposed dog park at Ell Pond.

Price: Free.

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When/Where: Tuesday, April 10, 2012, 2 p.m. / , 201 W Foster St, Melrose, MA | Get Directions »

Why Go: EPOCH Senior Healthcare will be hosting a Spring Tea and Hat contest. Delicious tea and dainty little pastries will be served at the Milano Senior Center. Great prizes will be awarded for the most unique and unusual hats. If you need a ride, please call 781-665-4304. Reservations required.

Price: Free.

When/Where: Tuesday, April 10, 6 p.m. / , 75 Myrtle St, Melrose, MA | Get Directions »

Why Go: Stop by to meet members of the Melrose Association of Pop Warner Football, who will be available to register players or address any questions you may have regarding the upcoming season.

Price: Free.

When/Where: Thursday, April 12, 5 p.m. / , 350 Lynn Fells Pkwy, Melrose, MA | Get Directions »

Why Go: The Victoria McLaughlin Foundation invites you to the 4th Annual Celebrate the Arts! Night. For the fourth year, the night combines the 2012 Melrose Public School Annual Art Exhibit with the Celebrate the Arts! Evening line-up. The evening will include:

  • 5-7 p.m.: Melrose Public School Annual Art Exhibit
  • 7-7:45 p.m.: Music Program featuring MHS Orchestra & Chorus
  • 7:45-8:30 p.m.: Musical Entertainment featuring MHS Jazz Band & String Quartet

Throughout the evening you will have the opportunity to purchase previously selected books for the Victoria McLaughlin Library, participate in raffles, a silent auction and make a donation to the Victoria McLaughlin Foundation.

Price: Free.

When/Where: Sunday, April 15, 12 p.m. / , 538 Main St, Melrose, MA | Get Directions »

Why Go: Beacon Hill Wine & Gourmet's 3rd Annual Dana Farber Fundraiser is held in conjunction with Melrose Boot Camp's Joy Fay, who is running the Marathon the following day and  will present a check on Beacon Hill's behalf.  Fifteen percent of the total sales for the day will be donated to Dana Farber. Vendors include Harpoon Beer, wines presented by MS Walker, The Gelato Fiasco, Jan's Cookies, and one other vendor that will be updated once confirmed. You must be 21 years of age to be in the store unless accompanied by a familial adult.

Price: Free admission.


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