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Community Read continues with virtual talk with Author Sonia Purnell
FITCHBURG — The Community Read of Sonia Purnell’s acclaimed book “A Woman of No Importance: The Untold Story of the American Spy Who Helped Win World War II” (2020) will continue with a virtual discussion with the author at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 25. The online talk is free and open to the public. In […]
Second Chance stands by Loki, still searching for a home a year later
EAST BROOKFIELD — Handsome and full of potential, Loki can be nervous when meeting new people, but beneath his uncertainty lies a true adventure buddy who loves walks and outside time. He has been waiting patiently for over a year at Second Chance Animal Services, hoping to find his perfect match. As a no-kill shelter […]
Community Calendar
Friday, March 7 Preschool STEAM Story Time: 10:30 a.m.; Randall Library, 19 Crescent St., Stow. Tot Time: 10:30 a.m.; Ayer Library, 26 East Main St. Stories, songs, and crafts; ages 1-3. Yoga and Literacy: 10:30 a.m.; Groton Public Library, 99 Main St. Learn gentle yoga and early literacy skills with Ellen Olson-Brown; ages 3-5. Register […]
‘The flag is an important part of state pride’
FITCHBURG — Lifelong city resident Matt Haigh’s independent research project at school focused on changing the design of the state flag has grown into a movement that has reached thousands of people. The 18-year-old Cushing Academy senior started a small business his sophomore year, Old Mass Flag, which is dedicated to changing the design of […]
Stages: Hanover Theatre and Broadway in Boston announce new shows and season subscriptions
It’s a busy theater season in Worcester and Boston, with shows and subscriptions recently announced. Cast announcements, panel discussions, family-friendly entertainment, and a trip down memory lane from the 60s to the 90s are all on the horizon at Worcester’s The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts. On Thursday, March 13 at 5:30 […]
