LEOMINSTER — The Heart of New England Council, Scouting America will hold its annual Distinguished Citizen Award event this month to recognize two deserving individuals: former Fitchburg Public Library Director Sharon Bernard and First Financial Trust Senior VP Jim Hohman. Community leaders, family, and friends will gather on Thursday, Sept. 26 at the DoubleTree Hotel […]
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Finnish language classes to be offered at Finnish Center at Saima Park
FITCHBURG — The fall session of Finnish language classes will run for ten weeks, beginning Monday, Sept. 16 through Monday, Nov. 18, at the Finnish Center at Saima Park, located at 67 Scott Road. “While the Finnish language is unique and challenging, I will see to it that my students have fun while learning,” said […]
‘Anything is possible’
FITCHBURG — History is being made at Fitchburg State University (FSU), where the first female president of the higher education institution addressed the school community on Wednesday. Dr. Donna Hodge gave a powerful speech that outlined her goals for the current school year and beyond and promised transparency and fostering a safe, inclusive, and diverse […]
Trahan joins city officials to tour Fitchburg Arts Community project
FITCHBURG — U.S. Rep. Lori Trahan joined Fitchburg leaders to highlight the progress being made on NewVue Communities’ new housing project, the Fitchburg Arts Community. The housing project’s creation was made possible in part by federal American Rescue Plan Act funding and federal tax credits that support the creation of affordable housing. “Housing costs […]
Laurelwood Garden Club to host first meeting of the season
FITCHBURG — The Laurelwood Garden Club will hold its first meeting for the 2024-2025 season at 9:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 13, at the Fitchburg Art Museum, l85 Elm St. Judith Taylor, owner of Seeds2Plate, will give a presentation on the “Adventures in Propagation” focusing on houseplants – however outdoor plants will be covered. The discussion […]
Community Calendar
Friday, September 6 Preschool STEAM Story Time: 10:30 a.m.; Randall Library, 19 Crescent St., Stow. 978-897-8572. Tot Time – Bang-a-rang Yoga: 10:30 a.m.; Ayer Library, 26 East Main St. Stories, songs, games, and movement. 978-772-8250. Baby Boogie: 11 a.m.; Bolton Public Library, 738 Main St. Stories, songs, and engaging props; ages 0-2. boltonpubliclibrary.org. Llama Lounge: 11:30 […]
