Boylston and West Boylston calendars

BOYLSTON

Hope Lives Here: loss support group, organized by Boylston teacher Patty Inwood, meets at Hope Lives Here Headquarters, 1085 Main St., Holden, at 6:30 p.m. Spouse Loss, Jan. 21; General Loss, Jan. 28. For information, contact Patty Inwood at hope@hopeliveshere.com or (774) 345-9080. The group is hosting a fundraiser Thursday, Jan. 23, 4-9 p.m. at the Center Tree Bar and Grill. A copy of the flier is available at https://hopeliveshere.xyz/events.

Wachusett Reservoir Watershed Programs: Hike, Saturday, Jan. 18, 10-11:30 a.m., meet at Gate 8, intersection of Cross Street and Route 70 for a two-to-three mile round trip family friendly hike. Be prepared for cold weather and wind; dress in layers and wear winter boots. Dogs not permitted. Check the status at (774) 262-2809 or email Kathryn_Parent@Mass.gov. "Where is the Watershed?" Wednesday, Jan. 15, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Boylston Public Library, 695 Main St., for an interactive photo presentation of trails and view around the watershed.

Tai Chi with Kristin: Tuesday, Jan. 21, 7:30 p.m.; Boylston Town House, 599 Main St. Tai Chi focus on strength and balance with a modern twist and a sense of humor. Sponsored by Central Community Grange. Free and open to the public. Refreshments and door prizes.

Summer Star Wildlife Sanctuary: will be opening the photo exhibit, "Wild Nature: The Source of All Life and the Cradle For Its Survival," Saturday, Jan. 25, and Sunday, Jan. 26, 2 p.m. Summer Star is at 690 Linden St. Email Summer Star Wildlife Sanctuary at info@summerstarwildlife.org to register and information. Seats are limited. Parking will be limited at Summer Star parking and also along Linden Street in Boylston. During the reception, there will be a chance to meet Murphy, enjoying hors d'ouevres and enjoy talks and a slideshow. One talk — about Yellowstone National Park’s mission, its history and its future — will be given by Yellowstone Forever Vice President of Education Robert Petty with Yellowstone National Park’s Beth Taylor and Yellowstone Forever’s Board Susan Roeder. The second talk and slide presentation will be given by Murphy.

Tower Hill Happenings: Tower Hill Botanic Garden, 11 French Drive. For information, visit towerhillbg.org or call (508) 869-6111. Tower Hill will be closed to the public in January. Orchid Show, Feb. 10-March 31; flowers integrated with graffiti art by Worcester artist Croc.

Council on Aging Exercise Programs: Boylston Town House, 599 Main St. For information, call (508) 869-6022. Super Seniors with Lena Scaplen, 9:30 a.m. Thursdays. Become a “super senior” with a full body workout. All levels. Tai Chi with Kristin Higgins, 10:30 a.m. Mondays. No experience necessary. Flex and Tone with Rebecca Reber, 12:30 p.m. Mondays. This class will use yoga blocks and straps along with a variety of stretching methods to improve flexibility, range of motion, promote circulation and improve strength. Zumba Gold with Rita Vazquez-Torres, 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays. This low-impact dance fitness program focuses on balance, range of motion and coordination. Yoga with Kristin Higgins, 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays. This slower-moving yoga class is for seniors and can be done both standing and seated. Walking Club, 1 p.m. Wednesdays. Call or email the COA for meeting locations.

Special Education Services Child Find: is an effort to identify and provide services to Berlin and Boylston children with special education needs. Direct written inquires to Karen Molnar, director of Pupil Personnel Services, Berlin-Boylston Public Schools, 215 Main St., Boylston, MA 01505, or call (508) 869-2837, ext. 1106. The Berlin-Boylston Public School System invites parents of public and private school-age children, ages 3-21, to contact the special education office for information regarding the special education screening referral process, eligibility criteria for special education and special education services.

Volunteers Wanted: Boylston Historical Museum, 7 Central St. Call Kim Foster at (508) 869-3125. The historical museum needs help setting up displays. Help and see interesting items from the vault.

WEST BOYLSTON

Beaman Library Children's Programs: 8 Newton St. For information or to register, visit www.beamanlibrary.org, or call (508) 835-3711. Pipe Cleaner Animal Craft, Friday, Jan. 17, 2-3 p.m.; make a variety of animals from pipe cleaners. Arteca's Karate Academy, Friday, Jan. 17, 4-4:45 p.m.; for 5 to 7 year olds. Little STEAMers Class, Friday, Jan. 24, 11 a.m.012:30 p.m.; geared to children from toddlers to pre-school age. This class is sponsored by the CFCE Grant and the Friends of the Library; messy, so dress accordingly. PJ drive will run from Feb. 1 to March 15, in participation with Cradles to Crayons; drop off new pajamas for a child in need. Valentine Story Time and Craft, Thursday, Feb. 13, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Date Night for Adults and Play Night for their Kids, Friday, Feb. 14, 6-9 p.m.; Drop off your children and go out for Valentine's Day. The library will provide the children with snacks and activities; children must be able to stay the entire three hours. This program is for children ages 4 and older (potty trained). There is a $10 fee per family to defray the cost of a future Staycation program.

Beaman Library Teen Programs: 8 Newton St. For information or to register, visit www.beamanlibrary.org, or call (508) 835-3711. Dungeons and Dragons, 2-4:30 p.m. first and third Saturday of the month (next one is Jan. 18). Sign up at the library. Experienced or new players. Grades 6 to 12. Sign up by the day prior to the afternoon. Mythology Role Playing Game, Thursday, Jan. 23, 6-7:45 p.m.; stop by and watch or create your own character and join in. If this game is popular, the program will repeat on a regular schedule. Sign up by Jan. 17.

Beaman Library Adult Programs: 8 Newton St. For information or to register, visit www.beamanlibrary.org, or call (508) 835-3711. Watch Oscar Picks, Wednesdays, Jan. 22 and 29 and Feb. 5, 6 p.m. Call or stop in to sign up. Dungeons and Dragons for Adults and Teens, Thursday, Jan. 23, 6-7:45 p.m.; sign up at the library and coordinate with the group leader to create your character. Italian Conversation Circle, Saturday, Jan. 25 and Feb. 8, 10 a.m.-noon; join other Italian speakers and some Holy Cross students. Nonfiction Book Group, Friday, Jan. 31, 1 p.m.; discussing "Thunderstruck," by Erik Larson. Superbowl Saturday, Feb. 1, 12:30-1:30 p.m.; sign up and bring a pot of your favorite soup, stew or chili in a slow cooker, and a copy of the recipe to share. Monthly green living group, Friday, Feb. 7, 1 p.m. Group will discuss a variety of topics; suggestions welcome. Mystery Book Group, Wednesday, Feb. 12, 1 p.m.; discuss "Dying in the Wool," by Frances Brody. Italian Conversation Circle, 10 a.m.-noon second and fourth Saturdays of the month. February is Love Your Library Month: Stop by the library and write a valentine, letting the staff know how you use the library; your notes will be shared with Sen. Harriette Chandler and Rep. James O'Day.

Watershed Hike: Free, children must be accompanied by an adult. Reasonable accommodations available upon advanced request. Dress for the weather and wear appropriate footwear. Dogs and domestic animals are prohibited on watershed lands, except service dogs. For information, contact education staff by email Kathryn.Parent@Mass.gov or call (774) 261-1809. Saturday, Jan. 25, 10-11:30 a.m., meet at Gate 22, Route 140, near 211 Temple St.

Senior Center Programs: 120 Prescott St. For information or to register, call (508) 835-6916. Fluid Motion with Gypsy, Monday, Jan. 27, 10 a.m., $5 per class. Chair volleyball with Marty, Wednesday, Jan. 29, 1:30 p.m., $3 per class per person. Movie Matinee, "Poms," Friday, Jan. 24, 1:30 p.m. SHINE counselor, Tuesday, Jan. 21, 9-10:30 a.m., call for an appointment. Caregivers Support Group, Wednesday, Jan. 15, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. (third Wednesday of the month). Podiatry clinic, Thursday, Jan. 23, 8-11 a.m. (third Thursday), call to reserve a time. Ask an attorney, second Tuesday of the month, 9:30-10:30 a.m. with Nicholas Daviau.Blood pressure clinic, first Wednesday of the month, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. No appointment necessary; sign in when you arrive. Cancelled for January: Mindfulness meditation and Gentle Yoga; both return in February.

Kindergarten Registration: for children 5 years old on or before Aug. 31, will be held at the West Boylston Public Schools-Central Office, 125 Crescent St., from 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Feb. 3-21. No appointment is necessary. A birth certificate, proof of residency and a copy of immunization records are required. The 2020-2021 kindergarten registration packet is online at http://www.wbschools.com

Happy Travelers 2019 Trips: Saturday, Feb. 15, Museum Day in Boston (MFA and Isabella Gardner). Cost is $99, which includes a $10 lunch voucher. Saturday, March 14, Boston Flower Show with lunch at Maggiano's and a stop at Boston Market. Cost is $109. Sunday, April 26,"Matilda the Musical" at the Stoneham Theater, with lunch at the Chateau Restaurant in Burlington. Cost is $133 per person. May 14-17, Ottawa Tulip Festival, including Canadian War Museum and Ottawa River Cruise. Cost s $739 per person, $889 for a single, $699 per person for three in the room. Sept. 20-30, Canyonlands, Las Vegas, Grand Canyon, Lake Powell, Monument Valley, Moab, Arches National Park, Bryce Canyon, Zion and back to Las Vegas. Call for prices and details. For information, call Gladys Merrow at (508) 835-4312 or (508) 612-5312, or email glady2@verizon.net. Fliers available at the West Boylston Senior Center.

West Boylston Child Find: The schools wish to identify all West Boylston children with disabilities, ages 3 to 21 years, who may be in need of special education services, and who have not graduated from high school. Additionally, the school district wishes to identify any children who may be currently homeless and therefore have certain educational rights under the McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Assistance Act. Anyone who can identify a child with a disability or a child without a permanent home who is not receiving educational services should have the parents or any interested person contact the West Boylston Special Education Department at (508) 835-3391.

Wachusett Watershed Recycle Center Information: 131 Raymond Huntington Highway. Hours: 9-11 a.m. Tuesdays, 2:30-4:30 p.m. Wednesdays, and 8-11 a.m. every first and third Saturday through February. Accepting all reuse, bulk, recycle and electronics (some with fee). The center welcomes bicycles, seashells, evergreen cones, small smooth stones, yarn, home goods, reusable furniture, crafts, sporting goods and appliances for swap or to be passed on to families in need. There is a fee for disposal of furniture, hazardous materials and appliances. Check www.wachusettearthday.org or town websites for updates.

Pre-School Screening: The West Boylston Public Schools will conduct a pre-school screening for all children who will be ages 2½ to 4 years old on April 28, 2020, from 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. to see if special education services are needed. This screening is done on an ongoing scheduled basis. Parents who are interested in having their child screened may contact Sherri Traina at (508) 835-3391.

Ongoing Children's Library Programs: 8 Newton St. For information or to register, visit www.beamanlibrary.org, or call (508) 835-3711. Drop-in Story Time, Saturdays, 11-11:30 a.m. Mother Goose on the Loose, Tuesdays, 10:15-11 a.m. Stay 'n Play, Wednesdays, 10-11:30 a.m. Sensational Story Time, Wednesdays, 4:30-5:15 p.m. Books 'n Blankies, Thursdays, 9:15-10 a.m. and 10:15-11 a.m. A senior version is Thursdays, 11:15 a.m.-noon.

Senior Center Ongoing Activities: West Boylston Senior Center, 120 Prescott St. For information, call (508) 835-6916. Chair Yoga with Marty, 12:45-1:30 p.m. Mondays. Free. Quilting Club, 10 a.m. Mondays; an experience teacher will guide you through a project, call for information. Cribbage/Mexican Train dominos/cards, 1 p.m. Mondays. Free, and space for other days as well. Pool lessons with Joe, 1 p.m. Tuesdays. Free. Zumba Gold with Rita, 11:15 a.m.-noon Tuesdays. Cost is $3 per person, per class. Low-impact Exercise, with Grace, 10-11 a.m. Tuesday and Thursday. Free. Gentle Yoga with Carol, noon Tuesdays. Not offered the first Tuesday of month. Free. Tai Chi with Sifu Gary, 2-3 p.m. Tuesdays. Cost is $3 per class. Country Line Dancing with Linda, Wednesdays. 11 a.m.-noon beginners; 10-11 a.m. intermediate. Cost is $3 per person. Painting with Janice, 1-2:30 p.m. Wednesday. Cost is $10 per class. Mindfulness Meditation with Carol, noon Thursdays . Not offered the first Thursday of month. Free. Pilates with Jennifer, 11:15 a.m.-noon Thursdays. Cost is $5 per class. Bingo, 1 p.m. Thursdays. Wii Bowling, 10 a.m. Fridays. Free. Pitch with Toni, 1 p.m., Fridays. Writers Group, 1 p.m., first and third Fridays, open to anyone interested in writing. Mahjong with Judy, Friday, 1 p.m.

West Boylston Child Find: the schools wish to identify all West Boylston children with disabilities, ages 3 to 21, who may be in need of special education services and who have not graduated from high school. Additionally, the school district wishes to identify any children who may be currently homeless and therefore have certain educational rights under the McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Assistance Act. Anyone who can identify a child with a disability or a child without a permanent home who is not receiving educational services, should have the parents or any interested person contact the West Boylston Special Education Department at (508) 835-3391.

Sew What: 5:15-6:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Beaman Memorial Library, 8 Newton St. "The Sew What" group is making simple quilts and burp cloths for infants in the neonatal units of area hospitals, as well as breast pillows, port pillows and large fleece blankets for cancer centers, as well as donations to local nursing homes. If interested, call Sue Smith at (508) 835-3711, ext. 229. To donate clean fabric or batting for this project, call the library at (508) 835-3711 to arrange pickup, or bring them in directly. To help if you cannot make the scheduled time, arrangements can be made to provide materials and patterns.

Caregiver's Support Group: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. every third Wednesday of the month; First Congregational Church, 26 Central St. For information, call (508) 835-6916 and ask for Lisa. Caregiver stress is highly prevalent. Most caregivers experience it, and usually feel lost when it happens. One of the most common features is feeling alone, with no one to speak with, no place to find answers. Peer run with occasional guest speakers and opportunities for support and service information.

Personal and Confidential Prayer: 10 a.m.-noon Saturdays (bimonthly); The Healing Room Ministry at Freedom Worship Center, 141 West Boylston St. For dates, visit www.freedomworshipcenter.us or call (508) 832-3322. The Healing Room provides personal and confidential prayer for emotional, physical and spiritual healing.

Volunteers Needed: at the Wachusett Regional Recycle Center. The center has opportunities for volunteering Monday through Saturday, at all levels of physical activity. If you share a passion for reuse, recycling and reducing the waste stream, and can spare several hours a month or even every week, visit wachusettearthday.org or call (508) 464-2854. Leave a message with your name and a phone number.