Action Unlimited

Serving everyone because financial difficulties and hunger have no boundary lines.

Please consider donating the following items to the Chelmsford Food Pantry.
Cooking Oil
Ramen Noodles
Soup
Spaghetti Sauce
Mac’n cheese
Canned fruit or vegetables
Boxed Cereal and Oatmeal
Shelf Stable Milk
Condiments
Paper Bags
Donations can be dropped off at the pantry located at:
50 Rear Billerica Road
Chelmsford, MA
(white trailer behind town hall)
Thursdays: 10:30-1:00pm and 6:30-7:45pm
As well as donation boxes located inside Market Basket, Stop & Shop and the Chelmsford Public Library
Monetary donations also welcome
For more ways to help the pantry and your community visit:
chelmsfordfoodpantry.org

Divorce Support Group by Remote Meeting

Are you thinking of separating or going through the divorce process? The Metro-West Boston Divorce Support Group is a confidential peer-support group with no religious affiliation. Men and women from all towns are welcome. Our group has been meeting in Acton for decades. Now we are continuing weekly on Thursday evenings by remote videoconference. For more information, call Doreen 617-957-0838 or contact paulbaker01@verizon.net
Freshstart furniture bank

Fresh Start Furniture Bank
www.freshstartfurniturebank.org

   We are a 501C3 non-profit furniture bank, located in Hudson.  We provide furniture and furnishings to people in need at no charge.  Almost all of our inventory has been donated; some things, like new bed pillows, are purchased with grant money or monetary donations.  Check our website for more information.
  On Saturday (9/20)our volunteers arrived early and set up the parking lot to welcome donors.  We accept donations of furniture (and all other housewares and linens)on Saturdays.  We were short-handed but we started to work.  As we were bringing carts from the warehouse to the lot, we lost power.  It was on and off for awhile; the inside lights were on but the scissor lift did not work, and that is critical for our operation; we use the lift to bring the loaded carts from the parking lot into the storage area.  What to do??  We quickly repositioned the orange cones which define the traffic pattern in the lot.  We unloaded the items from the donors’ cars and the full carts were taken uphill through the front door.
     It was a seamless transition; some of our frequent donors wondered about the change but it all worked well.
     By the end of the day it was found that the problem was a tripped circuit breaker for the scissor lift, not the lift motor as we had feared!
     This week we are in need of silverware and butter knives, kitchen utensils, measuring cups, cutting boards and strainers, serving and mixing bowls and sauce pans. We need rugs!  All sizes!  Clean and in good shape, please!  Also throw blankets for kids and shower curtains.  We are very low on queen size sheet sets.
     Thank you for helping us to help others!

Classic Plastic Model Club

31st Annual Model Car Exhibition
Sunday, October 5, 2025, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Elks Hall, Lawrence, MA

See the best scale model vehicles in New England at the Classic Plastic Model Club’s 31st Annual Model Car Exhibition on Sunday, October 5, 2025. Enjoy 29 classes of competition, 3 awards per class, 8 major awards, 15 member’s favorite awards. Military modelers are welcome to enter our military class. The 2025 theme class is 70 years of Tri-Five Chevies:’55, ’56, or ’57 Chevrolets. The 2025 Sub-Theme Class is “Stolen cars from Gone in 60 Seconds” movie (2000 remake). One huge hall with breakfast and lunch available, vendor tables with kits and aftermarket parts, model kits raffled all day. Admission: $5 plus $3 per entry; age 17 and under free. 652 Andover Street, Lawrence. Directions: Rt. 93, exit 42 (River Rd.), turn east toward Lawrence. Elks Hall is 1.5 miles on left. Visit http://www.classicplastic.org for show flyer and model entry form, or contact Paul Anagnostopoulos, 978-852-4240.

DVSN’s Candlelight Vigil

Domestic Violence Services Network, Inc. (DVSN) will host its annual Light in the Darkness Candlelight Vigil on Thursday, October 30, 2025, at 6:00 PM at the Lexington Community Center, 39 Marret Road, Lexington. Held during Domestic Violence Awareness Month each October, the Vigil commemorates the lives lost in Massachusetts to domestic violence in the past year.
Community members will read each victim's story as their lives are represented by the reader, a rose, and a candle that is lit in their memory. In this year's keynote address, Chief Michael McLean of the Lexington Police Department will speak on the importance of community partnerships in supporting those who experience domestic violence.
"While the Vigil is a solemn occasion," says DVSN Executive Director Jacquelin Apsler, "It is also a night of hope. By publicly standing together to witness and commemorate, we build awareness and show the survivors in our communities that we believe their stories and support their journeys."
The public is invited to attend this free event. A light supper will be served following the ceremony. For more information regarding DVSN’s Candlelight Vigil, visit DVSN.org/Vigil or call 978-318-3421.
A cuba benefit concert with sol y canto

A Cuba Benefit Concert with Sol Y Canto
A fundraiser for desperately needed aid for the Cuban people

The United Church of Christ in Boxborough will be hosting a Cuba Benefit Concert featuring Boston-based Pan-Latin Band, Sol y Canto, on Saturday, October 25th, at 7:30 PM at the United Church of Christ in Boxborough, 723 Massachusetts Avenue, Boxborough, MA.
Tickets are $25 per person, ($30 at the door), $15 for students To make a donation or to purchase tickets, go to: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-cuba-benefit-concert-with-sol-y-canto-tickets-1611092764829?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

The COVID Pandemic forced Cuba to close its doors to tourism for several years, which severely impacted the economy. In addition, the main power plant broke down last fall, resulting in widespread power outages across the island for several weeks. Since then, electricity has been rationed, and families can expect to have power for only a few hours each day. Food and water are also rationed. The people are struggling to survive.

In an effort to support to the Cuban people, the United Church of Christ in Boxborough, MA will host a benefit concert at UCCB on October 25th, featuring the Boston-based band Sol Y Canto, an award-winning, Pan-Latin ensemble known for their vibrant concerts and critically acclaimed music that blends diverse Latin American styles. The Boston Globe and WBUR describe their performances as “exhilarating and moving,”  highlighting the duo's poetic lyrics, intricate guitar work, and engaging stage presence. Their music is often described as a "journey" through different rhythms and cultures, making it accessible to both Spanish- and non-Spanish-speaking audiences.

Proceeds from the event will benefit the congregation of the Second Baptist Church in Santiago de Cuba and neighboring communities.

The event organizer is Cuban-born Maricel Lucero. Her father, Oscar Lucero, played a significant role in the Cuban Revolution of 1959.  Unfortunately, he was captured and killed by Batista’s officers, only months before the triumph of the Revolution.  Today, he is known as “The Martyr of Silence” because he refused to reveal the names of other rebels when he was captured.

Maricel immigrated to the U.S. as a child, leaving behind a significant part of her extended family.  She has journeyed back to Cuba many times to learn about her father's legacy and to reunite with loved ones. Over the years, she has guided groups from the U.S. to Cuba, bringing not only visitors but also vital humanitarian aid.

If you are interested in interviewing Maricel or writing a feature about the event, please contact Maricel Lucero at 802-376-4717 or email her at: maricellucero50@gmail.com

Make a Plan to Give Blood or Platelets with the Red Cross this Fall

 
BOSTON, Sept. 22, 2025 — As fall officially begins, the American Red Cross urges people to mark the new season with a lifesaving blood or platelet donation to help keep the blood supply strong. Donors of all blood types, especially those with types O positive and B negative blood, are needed now. 
For many, daily routines shift as the seasons change, but blood and platelet donations must remain top of mind. Every single donation is key to making sure all patients relying on critical transfusions, including car accident victims, those living with sickle cell disease and those facing cancer, get the care they need.
Fall into donating blood or platelets. Make an appointment to give now by visiting RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App. All who come to give blood, platelets or plasma Sept. 22-Oct. 19, 2025, will receive a $10 Amazon.com Gift Card by email. For details, visit RedCrossBlood.org/Fall.

Upcoming blood donation opportunities Oct. 1-15

Middlesex County
Bedford
10/1/2025: 12 p.m. - 7 p.m., Bedford MA Blood Donor Center, 213 Burlington Rd
10/3/2025: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Bedford MA Blood Donor Center, 213 Burlington Rd
10/4/2025: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Bedford MA Blood Donor Center, 213 Burlington Rd
10/7/2025: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., V.A. Hospital Building 80, 200 Springs Road
10/7/2025: 12 p.m. - 7 p.m., Bedford MA Blood Donor Center, 213 Burlington Rd
10/8/2025: 12 p.m. - 7 p.m., Bedford MA Blood Donor Center, 213 Burlington Rd
10/10/2025: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Bedford MA Blood Donor Center, 213 Burlington Rd
10/11/2025: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Bedford MA Blood Donor Center, 213 Burlington Rd
10/14/2025: 12 p.m. - 7 p.m., Bedford MA Blood Donor Center, 213 Burlington Rd
10/15/2025: 12 p.m. - 7 p.m., Bedford MA Blood Donor Center, 213 Burlington Rd

Chelmsford
10/4/2025: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., Aldersgate United Methodist, 242 Boston Rd.

North Chelmsford
10/8/2025: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., Chelmsford American Legion, 90 Groton Road

Sudbury
10/1/2025: 2 p.m. - 7 p.m., First Baptist Church of Sudbury, 162 Landham Rd
10/6/2025: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., First Baptist Church of Sudbury, 162 Landham Rd

Westford
10/3/2025: 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., Nashoba Valley Technical High School, 100 Littleton Road
10/3/2025: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m., First Parish Church, 48 Main Street
10/12/2025: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., Roudenbush Community Center, 65 Main Street

Central Food Ministry Receives Cummings Foundation Grant to Support Local Families

Lowell, MA — Central Food Ministry, Inc. is pleased to announce that it has been selected as one of the 150 Greater Boston nonprofits to receive funding through the Cummings Foundation’s $30 Million Grant Program. The three-year award, totaling $45,000, will help expand access to fresh and nutritious food for families throughout Greater Lowell and the surrounding communities.
The funding will allow the pantry to purchase new, energy-efficient refrigeration to safely store fresh foods and to buy high-quality protein items such as fresh meat and nut butters, which are often difficult or costly to provide.
“This grant will make a significant difference in our ability to provide nutritious, balanced meals for families across the region,” said Timothy Nadler, President of Central Food Ministry’s Board of Trustees. “We are deeply grateful to the Cummings Foundation for recognizing the importance of this work and for investing in the health of our communities.”
Each year Central Food Ministry serves approximately 6,500 households from Lowell and 12 other surrounding communities. When a client visits the pantry, they are provided with enough food for 5 days of meals for each member of their household. The pantry is open 3 days a week, 51 weeks per year.
While Central Food Ministry is based in Lowell, its reach extends to families across Middlesex county. Many donors and supporters also come from across the communities covered by Action Unlimited.
The Cummings $30 Million Grant Program is a place-based philanthropic initiative supporting nonprofits in Middlesex, Essex, and Suffolk counties. Founded by Joyce and Bill Cummings of Winchester, the Cummings Foundation has awarded more than $600 million in grants to date.
For more information about Central Food Ministry, including opportunities to support its work, visit www.cfministry.org.
For more information about The Cummings Foundation and its grant programs, visit www.cummingsfoundation.org.

Chelmsford Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale

Location:  Chelmsford Town Offices' Gym, 50 Billerica Road, Chelmsford

The book sale will be Friday, October 3, 9:00-7:30, Saturday, October 4, 9:00-5:00 and Sunday, October 5, 9:00-1:00.

We'll have plenty of fiction, children's books, biography, history, cookbooks, sciences, social sciences, DVDs and CDs.  All proceeds help support library programs and services.

Princeton, MA:  Something for Everyone! - Small Works & Holiday Marketplace

Come make your holiday shopping more meaningful by supporting local artists! Members of the Princeton Arts Society invite you to come browse, shop, and enjoy hundreds of their fine, artisan-made items. Peruse creative, unique, yet affordable small wall art in many media, as well as tables overflowing with jewelry, cards, prints, ornaments, fabric items, original books, bags, ceramics, woodworking, and so much more! Don’t miss out on this amazing holiday art extravaganza!

Fridays, November 14 & 21,  6-8:00 PM
Saturdays and Sundays, November 15 & 16 and 22 & 23,  10 AM-4 PM

Location:  206 Worcester Road, Princeton Senior & Community Center, Princeton MA

The Princeton Arts Society is a nonprofit organization promoting the arts in Central Massachusetts through programs, events, and shows. 

Serving everyone because financial difficulties and hunger have no boundary lines.

Please consider donating the following items to the Chelmsford Food Pantry.
Cooking Oil
Ramen Noodles
Soup
Spaghetti Sauce
Mac’n cheese
Canned fruit or vegetables
Boxed Cereal and Oatmeal
Shelf Stable Milk
Condiments
Paper Bags
Donations can be dropped off at the pantry located at:
50 Rear Billerica Road
Chelmsford, MA
(white trailer behind town hall)
Thursdays: 10:30-1:00pm and 6:30-7:45pm
As well as donation boxes located inside Market Basket, Stop & Shop and the Chelmsford Public Library
Monetary donations also welcome
For more ways to help the pantry and your community visit:
chelmsfordfoodpantry.org
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Tales from the Rail Trail

The Friends of the Goodnow Library will launch their 2025-2026 Program Series with a presentation by Len Simon entitled Tales from the Rail Trail. This program will take place on Sunday, October 19, 2025, at 3 PM in the Community Meeting Room of the Goodnow Library, 21 Concord Road, Sudbury. This program is free and open to the public.

Please join the Friends for a slide presentation, stories, and commentary about the history and development of the trail, future plans for the trail, and how best to use and enjoy one of Sudbury’s newest recreational resources. Following the presentation, there will be a question and answer period.

Len Simon has lived in Sudbury for 43 years. He is a former pharmacist, Navy veteran, and trial lawyer. He retired from the practice of law in 2012 and in 2013 decided to get involved in local politics, He served two terms on the Sudbury Select Board. Before becoming a Select Board member, Len was a member of the Friends of the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail. As a member of the Select Board, one of Len’s priorities was to work to bring the Rail Trail to Sudbury.

The Friends of the Goodnow Library is a 501(c)3 organization. To learn more about the Friends, please visit our website www.friendsofgoodnow.org, follow us on Facebook and Instagram, and contact us at friendsofgoodnow@gmail.com.

WCMS Celebrates & Performs 9/27 in Worcester

 
Who: Worcester Chamber Music Society
What: “Serenade & Souvenir: Our Twentieth-Year Celebration”

Program
Heinrich Hofmann | Serenade for flute and strings, Op. 65
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart | Piano Trio in G Major, K.564
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky | Souvenir de Florence, Op. 70


When & Where: Saturday, September 27 at 7:30 PM
Mechanics Hall
321 Main Street, Worcester

Pre-concert talk ½ hour prior to the performance
Intermission dessert reception for all


How: Gold $55, Silver $45, Bronze $25, Community $10
EBT/WIC/ConnectorCare $5, Youth 17 and under free

Information and tickets for these concerts are available on the ensemble’s website, www.worcesterchambermusic.org, or by calling the office at (508) 926-8624.
Free parenting webinar october 9

Free Parenting Webinar October 9
Nervous System Care for Parents, Caregivers and Educators

Presented by Chrissy Dagostino, M.Ed.

This workshop is an invitation to re-define "self-care" so we can stop putting it off and start integrating practices that support our nervous systems into the thousands of tiny moments we spend with our children each day. This reflective workshop will take participants through a process of identifying and normalizing the ways our children challenge our ability to remain regulated, and exploring how we can rewire our brains toward new responses that better support connection and emotional intelligence in our homes and classrooms. Our presenter has an M.Ed. in Early Childhood Special Education, and is Certified in Applied Educational Neuroscience and in The Powerfully You Self-Regulation Curriculum. To attend this free live webinar on Thursday, October 9, 8-9:00 pm, email your name and town to First Connections: lmatthews@jri.org. This program is funded by the Mass. Dept. of Early Education and Care. 

First Friday Nights Free return to Discovery Museum

Free admission on the first Friday night of each month kicks off on Friday, October 3
ACTON - Discovery Museum announced today that their popular First Friday Nights Free will return beginning Friday, October 3. Visitors can enjoy the Museum with free admission from 4:30pm to 8:00pm on the first Friday night of each month, October through June.
Though not required for admission, visitors are encouraged to bring a non-perishable food donation to be distributed to the Acton Food Pantry and Open Table.
First Friday Nights Free are made possible by MathWorks.

Divorce Support Group by Remote Meeting

Are you thinking of separating or going through the divorce process? The Metro-West Boston Divorce Support Group is a confidential peer-support group with no religious affiliation. Men and women from all towns are welcome. Our group has been meeting in Acton for decades. Now we are continuing weekly on Thursday evenings by remote videoconference. For more information, call Doreen 617-957-0838 or contact paulbaker01@verizon.net

Bike Safety Is Important!

240% More Noticeable
Riders using a flashing taillight during the day are 2.4 times more noticeable than riders using no lights at all (and up to 1.4 times more noticeable than riders using a light in steady mode).

33% Fewer Collisions
Research shows a 33% decrease in accidents for bicycles outfitted with daytime running lights. There's a similar trend in both automobiles and motorcycles that use DRLs, with 25% and 13% drops in collisions respectively.

80% of Accidents Happen During the Day
Eight out of ten cycling accidents occur during daylight hours, when most people are riding and driving. Daytime running lights are the single most effective product to help increase noticeability during these peak hours.

700% Less Visible Than You Think
Studies show riders overestimate their visibility by 700%.
Toastmasters open house on october 6

Toastmasters Open House on October 6

There are many facets of Toastmasters, who have been in existence for over 100 years. 
The latest improvement is Pathways. The Pathways learning experience is an interactive and flexible education program like no other.
It provides the  opportunity to build more than 300 unique skill set competencies on 6 specialized learning paths:  Dynamic Leadership,  Engaging Humor,  Visionary Communication,   Motivational Strategies,  Persuasive Influence, and Presentation Mastery.  Online content, which allows you to learn anytime, anywhere, real-world, transferable skills.  Come to learn & experience more at the Open House Meeting on October 6 at 7 PM at the Acton Public Safety Building.    For more information, contact us at https://2193.toastmastersclubs.org/

Westford Town Wide Yard Sale!

Come shop and see what treasures you can take home from Westford’s Town Wide Yard Sale, Saturday, Sept. 27 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Main location: Abbot School lawn, 25 Depot Street -- plus additional shopping at homes throughout the town.

With lots of sellers and tables all in one place, Abbot School is the perfect spot to start your hunt for bargains and unique items you won’t find anywhere else. You might stumble upon rare collectibles, antiques, china, artwork, jewelry, household goods, ceramics, toys, furniture, sports gear, or one-of-a-kind finds. You name it...we'll have it.

Or, grab a map of participating households at Roudenbush Community Center (65 Main St.) and go on an adventure! Sales will be running concurrently at homes throughout town. For more information, visit: www.roudenbush.org

Crafters Market at the Garrison House

The Old Chelmsford Garrison House is holding its annual Crafter Market on September 21, 2025. The hours are 12:30 to 4:00. Crafts from local artisans will include: stained glass, quilted items, crochet items, jewelry, teapot birdfeeders, silk floral arrangements, dog items, fabric crafts, books and more. Kathy Cryan Hicks will also be at the Market with her book, Derailed.
Start your holiday shopping early! The Garrison House is located at 105 Garrison Road in Chelmsford. For more information, visit out Facebook page, our website garrisonhouse.org, or call 978-256-8832.
 

Chelmsford Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale

Location: Chelmsford Town Offices' Gym, 50 Billerica Road, Chelmsford

The book sale will be Friday, October 3, 9:00-7:30, Saturday, October 4, 9:00-5:00 and Sunday, October 5, 9:00-1:00.

We'll have plenty of fiction, children's books, biography, history, cookbooks, sciences, social sciences, DVDs and CDs.  All proceeds help support library programs and services.

Elvis: One Night With You

 
Sunday, 9/21 at the Chelmsford Center for the Arts

Join us in the CCA auditorium as award-winning Elvis Presley tribute artist Dan Fontaine presents “Elvis: One Night With You”!
Clap, sing and dance along as he performs highlights from the King's musical legacy, including his greatest hits, movie tunes, gospel, deep-cuts, and even your requests!

Sunday, 9/21 at 2:00 pm. Doors open at 1:30.

Tickets $25
www.chelmsfordarts.org
Chelmsford Center for the Arts | 1A North Road | Chelmsford, MA 01824 US

Arthur Bakopolus Jazz Quartet Concert

9/21 at the Chelmsford Center for the Arts.


Looking for a perfect way to spend a Sunday evening?

Then join us in the Cabaret Cafe for a genre-blending evening of instrumental arrangements, performed by the Arthur Bakopolus Jazz Quartet!

Sunday, 9/21 at 6:00 pm. Doors open at 5:30.

Tickets $20, full bar available!
www.chelmsfordarts.org
Chelmsford Center for the Arts | 1A North Road | Chelmsford, MA 01824 US

Serving everyone because financial difficulties and hunger have no boundary lines.

Please consider donating the following items to the Chelmsford Food Pantry.
Cooking Oil
Ramen Noodles
Soup
Spaghetti Sauce
Mac’n cheese
Canned fruit or vegetables
Boxed Cereal and Oatmeal
Shelf Stable Milk
Condiments
Paper Bags
Donations can be dropped off at the pantry located at:
50 Rear Billerica Road
Chelmsford, MA
(white trailer behind town hall)
Thursdays: 10:30-1:00pm and 6:30-7:45pm
As well as donation boxes located inside Market Basket, Stop & Shop and the Chelmsford Public Library
Monetary donations also welcome
For more ways to help the pantry and your community visit:
chelmsfordfoodpantry.org
Fitchburgnativeresident

Fitchburg Native Resident Celebrates 100th Birthday and Lifetime Achievements

AYER, MA - On August 11th, Pauline Sala celebrated her 100th birthday at Nashoba Park Assisted Living with cake, champagne, and some very special surprises. Pauline was overjoyed to receive over 100 birthday cards from her friends, neighbors, and others across the country. Ernie Guertin, a local Ayer resident who displays a prominent sign in his yard in honor of local birthdays, also surprised her with a “Happy Birthday Pauline” sign in his front yard.

The Town of Ayer issued a certificate of recognition in honor of Pauline’s milestone birthday. She was thrilled to receive so much love and appreciation from family, friends, the Nashoba Park team, and the greater Nashoba Valley community. Pauline was born in Fitchburg and lived there for most of her life. She worked at her husband’s grocery store, Sala’s Market, helping out wherever she was needed. 

Become a Tutor of English

Have you ever thought about tutoring someone in English? Most people who decide to become tutors are thinking of the good it can do, helping others become more proficient in English and better able to cope with employment, landlords, schools or the medical profession. But then they discover the rewards, the satisfaction that comes as progress is made and a relationship develops that enriches both learner and tutor. Tutors often speak of their pleasure in learning about another culture and their greater appreciation of the challenges facing those who are adapting to ours.

Because of the constant demand for tutoring, all available tutors are now working with students, and the next tutor-training course has been scheduled. ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) program directors Ginny Steel and Jane Albert are currently enrolling prospective tutors for the five-session course that starts on October 22. The class will meet on five consecutive Wednesday evenings, 6-9, Oct. 22 – Nov. 19. The first four classes will meet virtually, using Zoom, and the last one will be in person, in the Wayland library.
No prior knowledge of a foreign language is needed, just an openness to other cultures and the
desire to share your knowledge of English. The training is free, although it is necessary to purchase a textbook for about $40.

Tutors will be prepared to work with their learners either remotely, as we often do now, or in person, as is sometimes possible. Tutors now are using Skype, FaceTime, Zoom, telephone and email as they “meet” with their learners and enjoy both success and personal connection.
For more information or to enroll in the tutor training course, you can phone Ginny Steel at 508-
358-7517 or email her at virginia@thesteels.com.
Worcester chamber music society

Worcester Chamber Music Society Celebrates 20 Years on September 27 at Mechanics Hall With a Special Concert Event

September 11, 2025   Worcester, MA –  Worcester Chamber Music Society kicks off its 20th Season with a concert titled “Serenade and Souvenir: Our Twentieth-Year Celebration” at Mechanics Hall in Worcester on September 27. All of the core members of the ensemble get their chance to shine as they take the stage in a joyous performance. Souvenir de Florence is at the heart of this concert. Written for the city Tchaikovsky adored, it is offered here as a tribute to Worcester, the city WCMS adores, whose people welcomed them twenty years ago and continue to support them today. Free dessert will be served at intermission as a thank you to their loyal and wonderful patrons. It will be quite the occasion, designed to be the highlight of this momentous season!
Saturday, September 27 @7:30PM
Mechanics Hall
321 Main Street, Worcester
Pre-concert talk @7 PM
Intermission dessert reception for all

Program
Heinrich Hofmann | Serenade for flute and strings, Op. 65
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart | Piano Trio in G Major, K.564
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky | Souvenir de Florence, Op. 70
Venues are handicapped accessible.
Several levels of admission are available, including Community seats for $10. Tickets are available at https://worcesterchambermusic.org/serenade-and-souvenir/ or by calling the WCMS office at (508) 926-8624.
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About Worcester Chamber Music Society
Hailed as a group with imagination, style and chops, the Worcester Chamber Music Society took the Worcester, MA scene by storm with its initial concert in 2006. It has become a recognized cultural presence within the Greater Worcester area by presenting sold-out concerts to captivated audiences, receiving consistent critical acclaim, building new young audiences, and training rising musicians through both its Neighborhood Strings and Summer ChamberFest programs. WCMS brings world-class chamber music to intimate, beautiful, and uniquely New England venues. WCMS nurtures the community through a unique combination of affordable concerts, education and community engagement.
Charm bracelet 25th anniversary hike

Charm Bracelet 25th Anniversary Hike

Sunday, October 5, 2025, 1:00-3:00 pm

Join the Westborough Community Land Trust on a free walk commemorating the 25th anniversary of the Charm Bracelet trail loop network, on Sunday October 5, 2025, from 1-3 pm.  The Charm Bracelet was introduced at WCLT’s inaugural hike at the Bowman West property on October 9, 2000. We will re-create much of that walk, with commentary about the history of Bowman West, the early days of WCLT, and the work that has been done at that property and our other trails in the past 25 years. The “Father of the Charm Bracelet” Don Burn will be the walk leader. Meet at Minuteman Park on Upton Road, Westborough. About 2.5 miles of walking on woodland trails.
Free, open to the public, no reservation needed.

Before leaving check https://westboroughlandtrust.org/ for cancellations.
For questions contact: events@westboroughlandtrust.org
Trail Map: https://westboroughlandtrust.org/maps/HM
Scarecrow contest in acton

SCARECROW CONTEST IN ACTON

Enter the annual “Stand Up to Stigma” Scarecrow Contest to benefit the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) of Central Middlesex. Bring your $25 donation to Cucurbit Farm at 32 Parker St. in Acton and pick up your scarecrow starter frame. Then drop off your family friendly scarecrow at the farm stand. Individuals, organizations, and businesses are invited to participate. The scarecrows will be on display for the month of October, and the public is invited to cast their vote for the winning entry. Our goal is 100 scarecrows along the fence and many conversations about mental health! It’s the 10th anniversary of the event! Additional info a namicentralmiddlesex.org/newsletter/scarecrow-contest2025.

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An invitation to share high holy days 5786

An Invitation to Share High Holy Days 5786

Kerem Shalom—Vineyard of Peace—of Concord, warmly invites the community to join us for the High Holy Days 5786, led by Rabbi Darby Leigh and Molly Bajot, Interim Cantorial Soloist. Services will all be held in-person and online with live captioning.

We welcome non-members and friends to join us in uplifting and spiritual prayer and song as we welcome the new year together.

Erev Rosh Hashanah - Monday, Sep. 22
6:30 pm - Community Service*

Rosh Hashanah - Tuesday, Sep. 23
8:30 am - Early Childhood Family Service
10 am - Community Service*
4 pm - Tashlich at Old North Bridge (at Monument St. entrance)

Rosh Hashanah Day 2 - Wednesday, Sep. 24
10 am - Community Service (Lay-led)

Erev Yom Kippur (Kol Nidre) - Wednesday, Oct. 1
6:30 pm - Community Service*

Yom Kippur - Thursday, Oct. 2
8:30 am - Early Childhood Family Service
10 am - Community Service*
12:30 pm - Yizkor Memorial Service*
2 pm - Torah Study, Contemplative Chanting Circle, Musical Musaf (Tiferet
Ensemble)
5 pm - Mincha*
6 pm - Neilah*
7 pm - Havdalah*

*Childcare available, registration required


See keremshalom.org for the full schedule as well as registration and further details.

Kerem Shalom is a vibrant, diverse, and welcoming Jewish community where tradition and innovation are celebrated.  For questions, contact the Kerem Shalom Office at ksadmin@keremshalom.org or 978-369-1223.
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THE CCA IS THE PLACE TO PLAY!

The Chelmsford Center for the Arts is located at 1A North Road, Chelmsford, MA.
Knitting with Marion: Tuesdays and every other Saturday from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm.
Fall Watercolor Painting Class with Diane: September 10, 17, 24, October 1, 8, 15 from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm.

EPISODE 32 OF OUR PODCAST IS AVAILABLE NOW!
Looking for your next listening obsession? Check out our podcast:
"The Arts in Action", an arts-centric podcast by and for Massachusetts residents. Hosted by the CCA's own Lauren Cochran and Timmy Chase.




EPISODE 32: Who's Your Favorite Co-Host? (with Fred Robbins)
This week, Timmy and Lauren continue their Spotlight on Community Theatre, hosting a visitor from the Burlington Players! Fred Robbins has been a member of Burlington's community theater group since the mid-80's, and in addition to his stage acting experience, he has credited appearances in major Hollywood productions- including an upcoming show on Apple TV.Plus, stick around through the end of the episode to hear Timmy go on strike, and join us in our longest-ever round of Theatre Trivia...
AVAILABLE NOW ON ALL LISTENING PLATFORMS!
Or listen online at
https://www.chelmsfordtv.org/podcasts/arts-in-action
"The Arts in Action" drops every week on all streaming platforms.

Serving everyone because financial difficulties and hunger have no boundary lines.

Please consider donating the following items to the Chelmsford Food Pantry.
Cooking Oil
Ramen Noodles
Soup
Spaghetti Sauce
Mac’n cheese
Canned fruit or vegetables
Boxed Cereal and Oatmeal
Shelf Stable Milk
Condiments
Paper Bags
Donations can be dropped off at the pantry located at:
50 Rear Billerica Road
Chelmsford, MA
(white trailer behind town hall)
Thursdays: 10:30-1:00pm and 6:30-7:45pm
As well as donation boxes located inside Market Basket, Stop & Shop and the Chelmsford Public Library
Monetary donations also welcome
For more ways to help the pantry and your community visit:
chelmsfordfoodpantry.org
 

READY! SET! PLAY!

Fundraiser sponsored by the Friends to benefit the Senior Center  Thursday, September 18th from 1:00 – 4:30 PM in Brigham Hall
at the Chelmsford Senior Center, 75 Groton Rd, North Chelmsford, MA 
Kevin Richman, our game show emcee, will be hosting Jeopardy and Wheel of Fortune and the lucky contestants who guess correctly will win a prize. Tickets are $10 each and are available for purchase in the Treasure Shop, open daily from 9 am-2 pm. Tickets are limited so do not wait until the last minute.
The Hall doors will open at 1:00 pm. At 1:30, the exciting games begin! Complimentary baked goods and non-alcoholic beverages will be available. There will be raffle gift baskets & a 50/50 raffle. Raffle drawings will begin at 4:15 pm and winners must be present to claim their prize. This will be a fun-filled event and 100% of the proceeds will go toward the Chelmsford Senior Center to continue providing a great, positive environment and activities for seniors!
Annual farm fair

Annual Farm Fair

The Chelmsford Historical Society will hold one of our most popular events, the Annual Farm Fair, on Saturday, September 20th from 12-4pm at the Barrett-Byam Homestead.

Bring your family, enjoy the festivities, and meet friends old and new. Join us for this free event, which will have farm animals, hay rides, live music, local farms and vendors, tours of the homestead, food and drinks for sale, and more!

The Barrett-Byam Homestead is located at 40 Byam Road, Chelmsford, MA.

http://www.chelmhist.org/

Treasurer Goldberg and the Unclaimed Property Division to Return Purple Heart to Grandson of Veteran Thomas Flynn of Worcester, MA

 
WHAT:
State Treasurer Deborah B. Goldberg and the Massachusetts Unclaimed Property Division will return a long-lost Purple Heart medal to Thomas Brigham, the grandson of Sgt. Thomas Flynn. The medal was recovered by the Unclaimed Property Division and traced back to the Flynn family as part of the Treasury’s efforts to reunite military honors with rightful heirs.

Sgt. Thomas Flynn was born in August. 27, 1896, in Worcester, Massachusetts. He served with Company G of the 9th Infantry and 101st Infantry with the Massachusetts National Guard.

WHEN:
September 9, 2025
12:00PM

WHERE:
Massachusetts State House, Treasurer’s Office, Rm. 227

WHO:
  • Treasurer Deborah B. Goldberg
  • Thomas Brigham, grandson of Sgt. Thomas Flynn
  • Brig. Gen. Lisa Ahaesy from the National Guard
  • Veterans Services Representatives

WHY:
The return of military medals is part of the Massachusetts Treasurer’s Office mission to honor the legacy of veterans and reunite families with their treasured heirlooms.

VOTING OPENS FOR 
MASSACHUSETTS TEEN CHOICE 
BOOK AWARD, SEPT. 15 - OCT. 5, 2025

 
MASSACHUSETTS (September 9, 2025) - Hey MA Teens! Voting will open for the MA Teen Choice Book Award (MTCBA) on September 15!  Young people from across Massachusetts are invited to vote for their top teen book from a list of nominees until Oct. 5. This is the only award in the Bay State that invites students in grades 7-12 to vote for their top new books.
The list of nominees has been curated by a committee of public librarians, school library media specialists and educators. The top teen choices will be announced in late October..

“There are two ways for teens to cast their votes - they can vote directly using our digital ballot (available at https://www.mateenchoicebook.org/home) or they can cast a paper ballot at any participating library,” said Suzanne Larson, committee chair and high school library media specialist at Seekonk High School in Seekonk, MA.  “We encourage school and public libraries interested in participating to create displays and ballot boxes by using MTCBA resources, also available on the award website.” (https://www.mateenchoicebook.org/home)

The twenty-one 2025 Massachusetts Teen Choice Book Award Nominees are:
  • Aisle Nine - Cho, Ian X.
  • America Redux: Visual Stories from Our Dynamic History - Aberg-Riger, Ariel
  • The Bletchley Riddle - Sepetys, Ruta & Sheinkin, Steve
  • Call Me Iggy - Aguirre, Jorge & Rosado, Rafael (Illustrator)
  • The Great Cool Ranch Dorito in the Sky - Galarza, Josh
  • Gwen & Art Are Not in Love - Croucher, Lex
  • HappyHead - Silver, Josh
  • I Kick and I Fly - Gupta, Ruchira
  • I Will Never Leave You - Kennedy, Kara
  • The Last Boyfriends Rules for Revenge - Hubbard, Matthew
  • Looking for Smoke - Cobell, K. A.
  • Navigating With You - Whitley, Jeremy & Ribeiro, Cassio (Illustrator)
  • The No-Girlfriend Rule - Randall, Christen 
  • The Reappearance of Rachel Price - Jackson, Holly
  • Red - Cardi, Annie
  • Spirit Sleuths: How Magicians and Detectives Exposed the Ghost Hoaxes - Jarrow, Gail
  • Star Splitter - Kirby, Matthew J.
  • Twenty-four Seconds From Now… - Reynolds, Jason
  • Where Sleeping Girls Lie - Àbíké-Íyímídé, Faridah
  • The Wilderness of Girls - Franklin, Madeline Claire
  • Wish You Weren’t Here - Baldwin, Erin


The Massachusetts Teen Choice Book Award is a cooperative project between the Massachusetts School Library Association (MSLA) and the Massachusetts Library Association (MLA) with support from Salem State University. For more information on the selected titles and how to participate and vote, please visit www.mateenchoicebook.org.

Divorce Support Group by Remote Meeting

Are you thinking of separating or going through the divorce process? The Metro-West Boston Divorce Support Group is a confidential peer-support group with no religious affiliation. Men and women from all towns are welcome. Our group has been meeting in Acton for decades. Now we are continuing weekly on Thursday evenings by remote videoconference. For more information, call Doreen 617-957-0838 or contact paulbaker01@verizon.net

Mental Health Support Groups

One in five people across the country live with a mental health condition including children, adolescents and adults. Family members, in the role as "care supporter" for their loved one often need support as well. NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, a non-profit organization founded in 1979, is dedicated to improving the lives of those with mental illness and their families through support, education and advocacy at state and national levels. Volunteers trained by NAMI now offer many support groups and educational programs in communities across Massachusetts for those with illness and separately supportive family members. Programs are offered in person and digitally via the Zoom format and are completely free to the public. You can find details at the NAMI Massachusetts website www.NAMIMASS.org .
If you have a family member with mental health challenges you can also connect to a support-group I facilitate with my co-facilitator at fsgroup25@aol.com.  Our NAMI group meets once a month, every 2nd Thursday of the month, from 6:15 pm – 8:45 pm on Zoom and has been meeting for four years. The group usually has around 6-8 participants and creates time enough for all to share and feel much better at meetings end. If you would like to speak with someone ahead about our NAMI support-group feel free to call me. My name is Dee and my cell number is 978.697.3441.

Never Forget: The Legacy of September 11

Written By Deb Paul
“We’re not about what happened on 9/11. We’re about what happened on 9/12.” Jeff Parness, founder of New York Says Thank You, captured the essence of American resilience in just thirteen words.

This year marks the 24th anniversary of a day that changed our nation forever. September 11, 2001, is etched into our collective memory—not just for the horror we witnessed, but for the unity that followed. Most Americans remember exactly where they were when the news broke. The images of the Twin Towers collapsing, the chaos, the courage—they remain vivid, unshakable.

We lost thousands of innocent lives—on planes, in offices, on the streets. First responders ran toward danger, not away from it. Families were shattered. The American spirit was tested. And yet, as Rudy Giuliani said, “The attacks of September 11th were intended to break our spirit. Instead, we have emerged stronger and more unified.”

In the days that followed, something extraordinary happened. Strangers became neighbors. Political differences faded. Compassion surged. We remembered what it meant to be one nation, indivisible—not just in theory, but in practice. Flags flew from every porch. Blood banks overflowed with volunteers. People prayed together, cried together, and stood together.

We saw firefighters and police officers risk everything without hesitation. They didn’t ask who someone voted for or what religion they practiced. They saw fellow human beings in need—and they responded with courage and compassion. That spirit of selflessness defined the days after 9/11. It reminded us of who we are at our best.

But today, that unity feels distant. We are a nation divided—by politics, by ideology, by mistrust. The spirit of 9/12, once so palpable, now flickers faintly. The sense of shared purpose that once bound us has been replaced by suspicion and polarization.

Let this anniversary be more than a moment of mourning. Let it be a call to remember—not only the lives lost, but the values we rediscovered. Patriotism is not a relic. Unity is not naïve. These are the foundations of a resilient democracy.

We must reflect not only on what we lost, but on what we found: courage, compassion, and a renewed sense of community. These qualities are still within us. They are not confined to history—they are waiting to be revived.

So this September 11, pause. Reflect. Recommit. Not just to memory, but to meaning. To kindness. To courage. To each other.

Because the legacy of 9/11 isn’t just about what happened. It’s about who we became—and who we still have the power to be.

Tim Kelly - Oct. 3 Performance at
the Franco-American Center

The public is invited to hear an exciting show with Las Vegas Entertainer Extraordinaire, TIM KELLY- at the Franco-American Center in Westford  on Friday, October 3 from 6-7:30 p.m. This fast paced show will include Piano and Vocal Features, Sinatra, Broadway, Rock and Roll, Country, Jazz, Audience Interaction, and many more musical styles to delight his audiences.
Starting in Boston at age 14 as a professional singer, and then graduating from Berklee College of Music, he has performed in many venues including on stages in New York, Europe, and Asia to name a few, along with stars such as Rosemary Clooney, Patti LaBelle in his 9,000+ show career that also included performing on cruise ships and for several US Presidents!
Don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy this fun performance- bring a friend and sign up for your tickets on sale ( $20- Friends Member and $25 for non-members) at the Cameron Senior Center Lobby in Westford from 10-3,  beginning Tuesday, September 2nd. Go ahead and wear your Vegas Bling! Proceeds from this performance will benefit programs at the Cameron Center.
Things you can recycle “beyond the bin”

Things You Can Recycle “Beyond the Bin”


We all have a pretty good idea by now of what can be recycled in the “blue bins”:  bottles and cans, cardboard and paper.  But did you know that there are also places like TerraCycle that can recycle non-standard items like hairbrushes and manual toothbrushes, empty toothpaste tubes, and old clean socks?  The Acton C.R.A.F.T. 4-H club is collecting those items, plus empty toner/ink cartridges, squeezable snack food pouches like GoGoSqueez, and more “beyond the bin” items listed on https://tinyurl.com/littletonmarecycles.

We have four collection points in the area: the Acton or Littleton Donelan’s grocery store, the Reuben Hoar Library in Littleton, and if you have a Littleton transfer sticker, look for the yellow bin there.  Details and pictures on website.  If the bin is getting full, please contact us to let us know.

Terracycle gives points for these recyclables which translate into cash for non-profits such as 4-H, schools, and libraries.  This recycling stream helps fund the Acton C.R.A.F.T. 4-H club’s community service activities.  Still have questions?  Email littletonma.recycles@gmail.com

4-H is a community of young people across America learning leadership, citizenship, and life skills.  For more information about the Acton C.R.A.F.T. 4-H Club, please contact Elaine Shirron, 4-H Leader, at 978-635-0122.  4-H is the outreach education program of UMass Extension in cooperation with the United States Department of Agriculture and local government.  Contact the 4-H Northeast Regional Extension Office at 413-545-2646 for more information.
Family fun at the country fair

Family Fun at the Country Fair, Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025 10am-2pm

Spend a day not a fortune at the Country Fair at 19 Foster St. in Littleton, Saturday, Oct. 4, 10 am to 2 p.m. Start with fresh homemade scones and coffee. Next, peruse a gigantic yard sale then go across the street for homemade jams, jellies and pickles and tables of gently used gems earrings, necklaces and rings. Inside there’s a huge used bookstore and a cafe with homemade BBQ with the sides along with old-fashioned hot dogs and modern gluten free and vegan entrees. Finish off the meal at the bake table. Ready for a break? Take a peek at your future with an expert Tarot card reader and head to the Reiki table.
“Free” is the name of the game for family activities, face painting, admission and parking according to Susan Tordella, chairperson of the event. “We create an affordable family-friendly event for kids and shoppers of all ages,” she said.
The Country Fair dates back to the late 1800s when Unitarian women started making and selling jam. “Since then, we have embraced our value of reduce-reuse-recycle with our pre-owned books, jewelry and the humongous array of household and kitchen goods, toys, tools, sporting goods, bric-brac, art, small appliances and furniture. We exceed the promise of ‘Spend a day, not a fortune,’” Tordella said.
Come early for the best selections at the yard sale and our famous homemade jams, jellies and pickles and crafts. The jewelry tables have a cluster of people around them from the opening bell and you are sure to find something that appeals to your style.
Yard sale donations from the community will be accepted Friday, Oct. 3 from 4-6 pm, and 8-10 am before the sale on Oct. 4. PLEASE NOTE: TVs, car seats, computer monitors and artificial Christmas trees will NOT be accepted.
All contributions are tax-deductible, to benefit First Church Unitarian of Littleton, which awards 10 percent of income to a Littleton non-profit. Email questions to fair@fculittle.org. Hope to see you there for a fun, frugal, delicious time.
Annual farm fair

Annual Farm Fair

The Chelmsford Historical Society will hold one of our most popular events, the Annual Farm Fair, on Saturday, September 20th from 12-4pm at the Barrett-Byam Homestead.

Bring your family, enjoy the festivities, and meet friends old and new. Join us for this free event, which will have farm animals, hay rides, live music, local farms and vendors, tours of the homestead, food and drinks for sale, and more!

The Barrett-Byam Homestead is located at 40 Byam Road, Chelmsford, MA.

http://www.chelmhist.org/

READY! SET! PLAY!

 
Fundraiser Sponsored by the Friends to Benefit the Senior Center
Thursday, September 18thfrom 1:00 – 4:30 PM in Brigham Hall
at the Chelmsford Senior Center
75 Groton Rd, North Chelmsford, MA 
Kevin Richman, our game show emcee, will be hosting Jeopardy and Wheel of Fortune and the lucky contestants who guess correctly will win a prize. Tickets are $10 each and are available for purchase in the Treasure Shop, open daily from 9 am-2 pm. Tickets are limited so do not wait until the last minute.

The Hall doors will open at 1:00 pm. At 1:30, the exciting games begin! Complimentary baked goods and non-alcoholic beverages will be available. There will be raffle gift baskets & a 50/50 raffle. Raffle drawings will begin at 4:15 pm and winners must be present to claim their prize. This will be a fun-filled event and 100% of the proceeds will go toward the Chelmsford Senior Center to continue providing a great, positive environment and activities for seniors!

Serving everyone because financial difficulties and hunger have no boundary lines.

 
Please consider donating the following items to the Chelmsford Food Pantry.
Cooking Oil
Ramen Noodles
Soup
Spaghetti Sauce
Mac’n cheese
Canned fruit or vegetables
Boxed Cereal and Oatmeal
Shelf Stable Milk
Condiments
Paper Bags
Donations can be dropped off at the pantry located at:
50 Rear Billerica Road
Chelmsford, MA
(white trailer behind town hall)
Thursdays: 10:30-1:00pm and 6:30-7:45pm
As well as donation boxes located inside Market Basket, Stop & Shop and the Chelmsford Public Library
Monetary donations also welcome
For more ways to help the pantry and your community visit:
chelmsfordfoodpantry.org
Open table welcomes reesa morabito as first chief development officer

Open Table Welcomes Reesa Morabito as First Chief Development Officer 

Concord and Maynard, MA (September 2, 2025) – Open Table, the MetroWest charity dedicated to fighting hunger and building healthy communities, today announced that Reesa Morabito has joined the organization as chief development officer. In this new position, Reesa will be responsible for developing multi-channel fundraising campaigns, stewarding major gifts, and creating thoughtful donor experiences that deepen engagement and inspire giving.
“Reesa is a strategic and relationship-driven fundraising leader with over a decade of experience helping nonprofit organizations grow through philanthropy,” said Alexandra DePalo, executive director, Open Table. “She is compassionate and genuine and will be a terrific addition to our team as we work together to meet the needs of our clients.”
Prior to Open Table, Reesa served as chief development officer at SMILE Mass, where she secured the largest gift in the organization’s 16-year history, launched its first Annual Golf Tournament, and cultivated meaningful relationships across all areas of the community -- including donors, board members, and program participants. Before SMILE Mass, Reesa worked at MGB Spaulding Rehabilitation, where she led high-impact initiatives like the Race for Rehab Boston Marathon program and developed long-term engagement opportunities for major donors, physicians, and hospital leadership.
“Open Table is fortunate to have a community that supports it in so many ways,” said Reesa Morabito, chief development officer, Open Table. “I look forward to getting to know the staff, volunteers, and donors so that we can work together to help fight food insecurity among our neighbors.”
Reesa Morabito lives in Framingham with her husband and children. Outside the office, she enjoys spending time outdoors, riding bikes, cooking, reading, and sharing time with family and friends.

New England Chapter of the North American Rock Garden Society to Host Annual Seedling Sale and Discussion on Seed Saving in Sudbury

On Saturday, September 20, all gardeners are welcome to join the New England Chapter of the North American Rock Garden Society (NARGS) for their fall kick-off meeting. The topic of the day is seed saving, processing, and growing. The event will take place at the Goodnow Library in Sudbury from 10:30 am to 2:00 pm.
Attendees are asked to bring their own bag lunch, with beverages and snacks provided. At 11 am, Jan Sacks and Marty Schafer of Carlisle lead the panel discussion on Seeds - Collecting and Cleaning Techniques. These expert growers will share tips they’ve found valuable. After the lunch break, our Annual Seedling Sale begins at 1 pm. Members bring their extra seedlings of clearly labelled rock garden plants, including some natives, to share. The first-round price is $2 per pot until buying slows down, after which the price is $1 per pot. Very special, higher-value plants may be raffled off.
Come to buy, even if you can’t bring seedlings of your own!
Household goods in urgent need

Household Goods in Urgent Need of Essential Household Items
Please Donate or Host a Collection Drive


Acton, MA  Household Goods, a local non-profit organization that provides a full range of donated furniture and household items, free of charge, to help people in need make a home, is experiencing a surge in demand and is in need of more essential items. The organization is urgently requesting donations of the following:
  • Blankets and comforters in all sizes (no rips or stains)
  • Towels in all sizes (bath/hand/washcloths; no rips or stains)
  • Sheet sets (all sizes, but especially King, Queen and Full)
  • Sets of drinking glasses (no stemware)
  • Sets of Flatware/silverware
  • Pots and pans (especially larger frying pans)
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Baking dishes (especially size 13 x 9)
"We are seeing a significant increase in the number of clients referred to us because they cannot afford to buy the furniture they need to fill their empty homes," said Sharon Martens, Executive Director of Household Goods. "Many of our clients are starting over after experiencing homelessness, fleeing domestic violence, or overcoming other challenges. These items are essential for creating a comfortable and functional home environment."
Household Goods is open for donation drop-offs every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday from 9am to 12 noon at 530 Main Street in Acton. Volunteers are on hand to assist donors with unloading their vehicles.
Individuals or groups interested in hosting a collection drive can find guidance here: https://www.householdgoods.org/volunteering/host-a-drive/
"We are grateful for the community's support in helping us meet the needs of our clients," said Martens. "Every donation, big and small, makes a difference in the lives of people who are working hard to make a home."
For a complete list of items that Household Goods can accept, please visit their website at https://householdgoods.org/guidelines.
About Household Goods
Household Goods, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization located in Acton, MA that provides donated furniture and household items to individuals and families in need. The organization has been serving the community for over 30 years and has helped thousands of people make a home. Learn more at householdgoods.org and follow on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

Divorce Support Group by Remote Meeting

Are you thinking of separating or going through the divorce process? The Metro-West Boston Divorce Support Group is a confidential peer-support group with no religious affiliation. Men and women from all towns are welcome. Our group has been meeting in Acton for decades. Now we are continuing weekly on Thursday evenings by remote videoconference. For more information, call Doreen 617-957-0838 or contact paulbaker01@verizon.net