Thursday, October 25, 2012
Looking for Halloween and autumn events this weekend? Check out this roundup of things to do across Massachusetts this Thursday through Sunday.
This is Halloween! 'Tis the season when happy haunts begin to materialize and grim grinning ghosts come out to socialize. Of course there's plenty to do in Salem, the Halloween Capital of the World, but there's plenty of local events happening, too. Here's a roundup of local Halloween and autumnal events taking place in and around Stoneham on Thursday, Oct. 25, Friday, Oct. 26, Saturday, Oct. 27 and Sunday, Oct. 28. SALEM Fangtasm: A True Blood Bash: This Halloween, Bon Temps is coming to Salem! Join Go Out Loud in dressing up as your favorite True Blood folklore character: vampires, werewolves, fairies, witches, shapeshifters, zombies, annoying white girl or obligatory shirtless male in celebration of Salem’s biggest gay Halloween …
Sunday, October 7, 2012
See what's happening in Melrose this coming week.
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Sunday, October 7, 2012
When/Where: Tuesday, October 9, 2012, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. / Fred Green Field, 360 Lynn Fells Pkwy, Melrose, MA |Get Directions » Why Go: October is national child health month and Melrose will be celebrating its first “Melrose in Motion” month. Save time by filling out a medical history/waiver form before the event. Price: Free. When/Where: Wednesday, October 10, 2012, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. / 84 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA | Get Directions » Why Go: Meet parents who use carriers, try some out for yourself and celebrate International Babywearing Week by entering a raffle and listening to stories. Price: Free. When/Where: Wednesday, October 10, 2012, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. / Milano Senior Center, 201 W Foster St, Melrose, MA |Get Directions…
Wednesday, October 3, 2012
Plus, four other events happening in and around Melrose Thursday through Saturday.
When/Where: Tomorrow, October 4, 2012, 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. / Bowden Park, W Emerson St & Vinton St, Melrose, MA |Get Directions » Why Go: There will be soap, wheat and wheat-free baked goods, fine foods, fish and farm-fresh fruits and vegetables for sale. Also, there will be music, face-painting and a fundraiser for Smile Train. Price: Free. When/Where: Tomorrow, October 4, 2012, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. / Melrose High School, 360 Lynn Fells Pkwy, Melrose, MA |Get Directions » Why Go: Superintendent Taymore and Curriculum Director Margaret Adams will present: “What's the Common Core? What Common Core Standards Mean for Massachusetts, the Melrose Public Schools, and Your Child.” This forum, the first in a series on topics in education, also will…
Sunday, September 30, 2012
See what's happening in Melrose this week.
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Sunday, September 30, 2012
When/Where: Tomorrow, October 1, 2012, 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. / Melrose Veterans Memorial Middle School, 350 Lynn Fells Pkwy,Melrose, MA | Get Directions » Why Go: See Melrose High School's girls' volleyball teams play Central Catholic. The freshman and junior varsity teams start at 5 p.m., followed by the varsity team. Price: Free. When/Where: Tomorrow, October 1, 2012, 5:30 p.m. / 3 N Maple St, Woburn, MA | Get Directions » Why Go: The featured speaker will be Robin C. Federici, CPCU, who will present a 2 CEU class on “Unique Condo Issues”. The evening will include a buffet style meal wiith salad, rolls & butter, grilled steak tips, grilled chicken, rice, broccoli, pasta primavera, coffee and dessert. There is a $20 fee, which covers …
Wednesday, September 26, 2012
Plus, four other events happening in and around the city.
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Wednesday, September 26, 2012
When/Where: Saturday, September 29, 2012, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. / The Beebe Estate, 235 W Foster St, Melrose, MA | Get Directions » Why Go: It's the last class in a series that's part of Fells Arts Month for children 5 and older. Space is limited. For more information and reservations, call 781-662-2340. Price: Free. When/Where: Saturday, September 29, 2012, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. / Melrose High School, 360 Lynn Fells Pkwy, Melrose, MA |Get Directions » Why Go: A total of 15 marching band and color guard teams from across New England will be coming to Melrose to perform. At the end of the competition there will be performances by the marching bands from UMass Lowell and Holy Cross; both college bands bring MHS alumni with them. Price: $5 When/…
Sunday, September 23, 2012
And four other events happening this week in Melrose.
When/Where: Tomorrow, September 24, 2012, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. / Milano Senior Center, 201 W Foster St, Melrose, MA |Get Directions » Why Go: Michele Ellicks, Community Outreach Coordinator for the Registry of Motor Vehicles, presents “Shifting Gears” a program that discusses key issues facing senior drivers today including: changes at the RMV, the rules of the road, handicap requirements, and alternative forms of transportation available in your community. Price: Free. When/Where: Wednesday, September 26, 2012, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. / Absolutely Fabulous, 454 Main St, Melrose, MA | Get Directions » Why Go: Come down with your friends or meet some new friends as you answer a wide array of trivia questions. There will be nightly prizes and …
Wednesday, September 19, 2012
Check out these five events happening in and around Melrose Thursday through Sunday.
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Wednesday, September 19, 2012
When/Where: Friday, September 21, 2012, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. / Melrose Highlands Congregational Church, 355 Franklin St, Melrose,MA | Get Directions » Why Go: Middle school students are invited to dance and hang out with friends at this regular event. Price: $6 When/Where: Saturday, September 22, 2012, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. / Lincoln Elementary School, 80 W Wyoming Ave, Melrose, MA |Get Directions » Why Go: Support the scholarship fund to benefit the students of Courtney's graduating class by bringing your car to the Lincoln school to be washed. Refreshments will be available for sale. Price: Donation. When/Where: Saturday, September 22, 2012, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. / The Beebe Estate, 235 W Foster St, Melrose, MA | Get Directions » Why Go: As…
Sunday, September 16, 2012
See what's happening in Melrose this week.
When/Where: Tuesday, September 18, 2012, 7:30 p.m. / Melrose Unitarian Universalist Church, 70 W Emerson St, Melrose, MA |Get Directions » Why Go: Polymnia Choral Society invites experienced singers of any age for the 2012-2013 season. Price: Free. When/Where: Tuesday, September 18, 2012, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. / Melrose Highlands Congregational Church, 355 Franklin St, Melrose,MA | Get Directions » Why Go: Meet in the church library and study the scripture for the coming Sunday’s worship. All are welcome. There is no prior understanding of the Bible needed to participate. Price: Free. When/Where: Thursday, September 20, 2012, 10 a.m. / Milano Senior Center, 201 W Foster St, Melrose, MA |Get Directions » Why Go: A SHINE representative …
Wednesday, September 12, 2012
Also, hike Mount Hood with your family and learn to wear a baby.
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Wednesday, September 12, 2012
When/Where: Saturday, September 15, 2012, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. / Foodmaster Supermarkets, 880 Main St, Melrose, MA | Get Directions » Why Go: The Melrose Veterans Advisory Board is teaming up with Foodmaster to fill the shelves at two local food pantries. Come out and help support those families in the community who are struggling during these difficult economic times. Price: Donation. When/Where: Saturday, September 15, 2012, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. / The Beebe Estate, 235 W Foster St, Melrose, MA | Get Directions » Why Go: As part of Fells Arts Month, during the month of September, The Friends of the Middlesex Fells Reservation will be offering free Creating Art from Nature classes for children ages 5 and up. Space is limited. For more …
Sunday, September 9, 2012
And four other free events happening this week in Melrose.
When/Where: Tomorrow, September 10, 2012, 4 p.m. / Melrose Veterans Memorial Middle School, 350 Lynn Fells Pkwy,Melrose, MA | Get Directions » Why Go: Cheer on the junior varsity and varsity teams as they play Woburn. Price: Free. When/Where: Tomorrow, September 10, 2012, 7 p.m. / The Beebe Estate, 235 W Foster St, Melrose, MA | Get Directions » Why Go: Bob Ghika, and Mike Ryan, Fells historian and executive director of the Friends of the Middlesex Fells Reservation will talk about the driving force between the creation of the Fells and the reservation’s historical significance. Price: Free. When/Where: Tuesday, September 11, 2012, 7:30 p.m. / Melrose Unitarian Universalist Church, 70 W Emerson St, Melrose, MA |Get Directions » Why …
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