Community Content
Sterling RTC meeting
STERLING — The Sterling Republican Town Committee will meet at 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept.15, in the 1835 Town Hall, front room on left at the front door. All registered Republican residents are welcome. For any questions or to join the committee, email loret. schur@gmail.com or call 978-399-4186.
Outdoor movie night
PAXTON — Paxton Recreation is presenting Clifford the Big Red Dog outdoors at the Paxton Bandstand on Friday, Sept. 16. The bandstand is on the fields behind the school via access road at the end of the school parking lot. Activities begin at 6:15 with a K9 unit from the Rutland and Holden police department and activities by the Girl and Boy Scouts. The movie will start at sundown (approximately 7:30 p.m.).
Food will be available for sale at the snack shack. This is a family event. Do not drop off unsupervised children.
Rutland concerts on the common
RUTLAND — The Rutland 300th Anniversary Committee continues the Friday Concert on the Common series. The evening concerts on the town common include a beer tent and varying food trucks. Headliner bands play starting at 6 p.m. At 5 p.m., select local talents have been invited to perform an open mic session on the grounds. The concerts are free and available courtesy of the community sponsors.
Sept. 16: The Otters, sponsored by the Ruchala family. Sept. 23: Rabble Rounders, sponsored by Cornerstone Bank. Sept. 30: The Midnight Riders, sponsored by Cornerstone Bank.
Concerts are organized by the Rutland 300th Anniversary Committee
Book and bake sale
PAXTON — The First Congregational Church is sponsoring a book and bake sale from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 17, on the Paxton Common.
Come by and pick up a book or two along with a delicious homemade baked good. In case of rain, the Book/Bake Sale will be held inside the church.
Extension Group/Homemakers meeting
STERLING — The Sterling Extension Group / Homemakers will meet at 9:30 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 22, 2022. For more information and location, call or email at 978-399-4186 or Loret. schur@gmail.com. If you are interested in joining or attending, you will be welcome.
Festival of Forgotten Arts
RUTLAND — The Rutland Historical Society is seeking crafters and artists of the forgotten arts to participate in their annual Fall Festival of the Forgotten Arts on Saturday, Oct. 15, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information, contact Sheila Judkins at sljwheeler@ gmail.com.
Harvest supper, auction
HOLDEN — Holden Grange invites all to enjoy some home cooking, have some fun, and support a local food pantry on Saturday, Oct. 1, at the Holden Senior Center, 1130 Main St., at 5:30 p.m.
The annual harvest supper and auction is returning after a two-year hiatus. The menu includes homemade meatloaf, mashed potatoes, butternut squash, bread, coffee, tea, milk, and homemade apple crisp. Tickets are $15 for adults, $8 for children younger than 12. For reservations, call 508-829-6293 by Sept. 23. Following the supper, there will be an auction of home-grown produce, flowers, and homemade food and items. Proceeds will benefit the Wachusett Food Pantry.
Furniture and household goods drive
WEST BOYLSTON — Donate your good quality used furniture and household items from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 1, at the Wachusett Watershed Regional Recycling Center, 131 Raymond Huntington Hwy Household Goods Inc. provides furniture and other household items, free of charge, to help people in need make a home. Household Goods will accept items in good condition at no charge. Any item they cannot accept, Wachusett Earthday will take for the usual fee. Residents of the seven Wachusett Watershed towns should bring their good quality used: Couches/love seats/upholstered chairs (no stains, rips, pet damage); dining and kitchen tables (no glass tops) and chairs; coffee tables, end tables, night stands, TV stands; dressers and bureaus; bed frames (all parts please); mattresses and box springs (absolutely no stains or rips); kitchen items such as pots and pans, baking dishes, cooking utensils; and small kitchen appliances including microwaves, toasters, toaster ovens and coffee makers.
For more information, visit www.householdgoods. org. The Recycle Center will be open for normal use on Saturday, Oct. 1. Check www.wachusettearthday. org for additional information.
American Legion meeting
STERLING — The regular meeting of the Hiram O. Taylor Post 189 of the American Legion will be at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 3, at the post hall, 32 School St. Spaghetti and meatballs at 7 p.m., EBoard at 6:30 p.m. All veterans welcome.
Cultural Council grant submissions
PAXTON — The Paxton Cultural Council wishes to encourage applicants to submit new grants for fiscal year 2023. Grant applications will be accepted until Oct. 17 at the Massachusetts Cultural Council website: https:// massculturalcouncil.org/ communities/local-cultural- council-program/ application-process/.
The Paxton Cultural Council supports equality in service to all ages from toddlers to the elderly and interests as varied as musical, scientific, historical and literary, with added attention given so that those with disabilities may also enjoy its programs.
Sterling Street Market
STERLING — The Sterling Street Market is an outdoor market with a wide variety of vendors held every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the town common in Sterling Center (weather permitting). There is no charge to be a vendor, but please register at artonpark@ aol.com.
Friends of Library craft fair
STERLING — The annual Friends of the Conant Public Library Arts & Crafts Show will be held the Saturday before Thanksgiving, Nov. 19, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the First Church, 6 Meetinghouse Hill Road.
Holiday and gift items, handmade by local artisans, will fill the main hall of the First Church and two additional rooms. The fair will also feature a raffle, bake sale, and lunch café. Signup sheets will be available at the library’s front desk in October and November for those who would like to volunteer their time or contribute to the bake sale. Leominster Credit Union is a co-sponsor of this year’s fair. For more information about the Friends of the Library or the craft fair, search Facebook for Friends of the Conant Public Library Arts & Crafts Show or visit sterlinglibrary. org, click on About the Library, then Friends of the Library.
Paxton COA art gallery
PAXTON — The Paxton Senior Center,17 West St., is hosting art shows through the end of 2022. Artwork on display at the Paxton COA from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. weekdays through September is from Paxton residents Joan Bedard and Chuck Belisle.
Call for performers, artists
STERLING — Local artists, join the fun Oct. 1 by displaying and even selling your original creations. Dare to dance, sing, play music or read your poems in public.
The Sterling Cultural Council is sponsoring a special day for visual artists and musicians (dancers, poets, storytellers and comedians, too) to gather on the town green and at Memorial Park to share talents and enjoy an outdoor gathering.
From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., artists are invited to showcase their creations, sell their art or CDs, and entertain the community. The council will provide a table ($25 vendor application fee required by the town of Sterling) for selling original works of art. Food vendors are also encouraged to sign up.
A schedule of performers will be planned, but people are needed to spread the word and get involved. Art activities for children would be welcomed. To participate as an artist or volunteer, contact council members Rosanne Mapp, Beth Stephenson, Chris Coriff, Patricia Ward, Judy Doherty or Diane Pedersen. Send questions to Judy Doherty at doherty_bwp@yahoo. com or call 508-6882122. For more information and an application, email ccofsterling@comcast. net.
Rutland Library passes
RUTLAND — The Friends of the Rutland Library offer passes for free or discounted admission at a variety of attractions around the state. This year, passes are available for Davis Farmland, Massachusetts State Parks, Old Sturbridge Village, New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill and Worcester Art Museum. The program is funded in part by the Rutland Cultural Council, a local agency supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency. For more information, call the library at 508– 886-4108.
Conant Library
STERLING — Conant Public Library, 4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, is open Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Registration for the following programs (if required) can be done at sterlinglibrary.org or by calling 978-422-6409.
Storytime. Come hear stories, sing, and craft with friends. Registration opened Aug. 29 for a six week session of Storytime beginning the week of Sept. 12. Choice of two sessions: Mondays at 10:30 a.m. (2-6 years old with caregiver), or Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. (18 months-4 years with caregiver). Siblings welcome; registration required. Sessions end the week of Oct. 17.
Babytime. Enjoy a time just for babies up to 18 months and their caregivers. Share in simple stories, songs, fingerplays, and sensory activities to bond with your little one in a safe and social environment. Babytime will run for a five-week session beginning Thursday, Sept. 22, from 10:30 to 11 a.m. in the Baker Room. Registration is required and opens Monday, Sept. 12, at 10 a.m. Ends Oct. 20.
StoryWalk. Take a walk with a good book and enjoy the beautiful fall weather. A StoryWalk featuring ‘The Leaf Thief’ by Alice Hemming will be on display beginning Tuesday, Sept. 13. The StoryWalk is located on the lawn next to the library and features a colorful fall story sure to have participants giggling.
Yoga for Adults. Wind down at the end of the day with a relaxing yoga class. Instructor Sharyn Hocurscak will lead yoga classes Tuesday nights at 7 p.m. at the 1835 Town Hall in Sterling, beginning Sept. 13 and running through Oct. 18. Registration is required. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Adult Coloring. Discover the stress-reducing, relaxing benefits of coloring. Thursdays, Sept. 15 and Oct. 13 at 2 p.m. in the Baker Room. Supplies provided. No registration required.
Classics Book Club. Thursday, Sept.15, at 6:30 p.m. Discuss ‘Slaughterhouse-Five’ by Kurt Vonnegut. Copies of the book will be available at the library. No registration required.
Local Author Talk with Marjorie Burke. Monday, Sept. 19, at 6:30 p.m. Meet local author Marjorie Burke of Clinton as she introduces her new book: The Wednesday Ladies – a story of friendship and perseverance amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Based on Burke’s real-life experiences, the book centers on a group of women who met through a Silver Sneakers class in Clinton and walks us through the group’s adventures in Zoom cocktail hours and socially distanced park meetups. Hear how these adventures unfolded and were made into a book. Registration required.
Science Time. Come explore science. Experiment, learn, and play on Wednesday, Sept. 21, at 4:30 p.m. Registration required, open to children in grades 2 through 4.
Teen Taste Test: Name Brand vs. Store Brand Edition. Monday, Sept. 26, at 6:30 p.m. Can you tell the difference between common name brand and store brand snacks? Could you do it blindfolded? Teens age 12 and older are welcome to this night of fun (and somewhat competitive) taste testing, where we’ll decide once and for all whether the brand is really as important as we think it is — all while finding out whose taste buds are the sharpest. Registration required; visit sterlinglibrary.org or call 978-422-6409 to register. (Bonus: suggest some songs to help us build our teen program music playlist! bit.ly/3PtT0cn) Keva STEM Challenges. Wednesday, Sept. 28, 2:30-4:30 p.m. Use the library’s collection of Keva planks to engineer solutions to a series of STEM challenges. Try one or try them all, or just let your creativity flow and build with these versatile blocks. For all ages, no registration required.
Parents’ Night Out Book Club. On Wednesday, Sept. 28, at 6:30 p.m. the group will discuss ‘The Push’ by Ashley Audrain. Come to the library without the kids and enjoy some great conversation. No registration required. Books are available at the library for checkout.
Cookbook Club. Wednesday, Sept. 28, at 6:30 p.m. Choose a recipe from ‘Once Upon a Chef: Weeknight/Weekend’ by Jennifer Segal, prepare it at home, then bring it to the library to share with others. Cookbooks are available at the library for checkout; let us know which recipe you have chosen to avoid duplicates. Registration required.
Picture Book Club. Wednesday, Oct. 5, at 4:30 p.m. Meet to explore ‘Potato Pants’ by Laurie Keller. Join friends to talk about this book, read a few more and have some fun inspired by your reading. Books can be checked out at the library (participants do not need to bring their copy to the meeting). Registration required. Open to children in grades K-2.
Teen Volunteer Time. Volunteer in your community. On Wednesday, Oct. 5, from 6 to 8 p.m., teens can help with program preparation and keeping library materials in shipshape. Registration required. Open to ages 12-18.
Handkerchief Pumpkin Craft for Adults. Jazz up your seasonal decor with some hand-sewn pumpkins made from handkerchiefs. No sewing experience required. Meet Thursday, Oct. 6, at 1 or 6:30 p.m.; choose whichever time works best for you. All supplies provided. Registration required.
Panel Discussion with Horror Writers S.A. Barnes, Christopher Golden, and Anne Heltzel. Virtual program Tuesday, Oct. 11, at 7 p.m. on Zoom. Love to read scary stories into the night? Do you shiver when you see a Stephen King book? If so, join us on Zoom for a conversation with horror writers S.A. Barnes, Christopher Golden and Anne Heltzel as they discuss their books and the appeal of horror novels. Registration required.
3rd and 4th Grade Book Club. On Wednesday, Oct.12, at 4:30 p.m., we will talk about ‘Max and the Midknights’ by Lincoln Peirce, creator of Big Nate. Participants should read the book before the meeting and bring the book with them; copies will be available at the library. Registration required. Open to children in grades 3 and 4.
Write Night. Are you a daydreamer with stories in your head, or a scribbler who draws comics on your worksheets? Is there poetry in your pocket? Come to a club just for you. Young people interested in writing can come and chat about their craft with like-minded peers on Wednesday, Oct.12, at 6:30 p.m. Let’s encourage each other to write something wonderful. Creativity welcome, no pressure allowed. Open to young writers 8-16; registration required.
Fun with Fairy Tales: The Three Little Pigs. There are many versions of The Three Little Pigs — we’ll read a few, then create our own. Kids in grades K-4 are invited to have fun with fairy tales on Wednesday, Oct. 19, at 4:30 p.m. Registration required.
Middle School Book Club. Wednesday, Oct. 19, at 6:30 p.m. Explore ‘Fake Blood’ by Whitney Gardner. This graphic novel is an enjoyable read that pokes fun at the horror genre in telling the story of a group of teen friends. Participants should read the book before the meeting and bring the book with them; copies will be available at the library. Registration required. Open to readers in grades 5-8.
Books-to-Movies Discussion Group. Thursday, Oct. 20, at 6:30 p.m. This month, the group will read Stephen Chbosky’s short novel ‘The Perks of Being a Wallflower,’ and watch its 2012 movie adaptation featuring Logan Lerman and Emma Watson. Copies of each format will be available for checkout at the front desk. No registration required.
Needle Felting with Pop Up Art School. Monday, Oct. 24, at 6:30 p.m. Ever wanted to try your hand at needle felting? Do you think cats (especially ones sitting in little tiny boxes) are just the most adorable? Adults and teens ages 13 and older are invited to learn how to needle felt a cat using a barbed needle and wool. Patrons will get a small amount of different colors to add in a calico pattern, or they can make stripes on their white cat. Tiny box to perch your cat in included because, of course, “If it fits, it sits.” Registration required.
Not-So-Spooky Storytime. For children 18 months and older. Monday, Oct. 24, and Tuesday, Oct. 25, at 10:30 a.m. Come enjoy stories, songs, and a craft celebrating Halloween – costumes encouraged. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. Registration required.
Spooky Crafternoon – Trick or Treat Lanterns. Wednesday, Oct. 26, at 4:30 p.m. Spend the afternoon listening to spooky stories and crafting lanterns to guide you on your trick-or-treating adventures. For children ages 6 and older; registration required.
Southeast Asian Heritage Author Panel. Virtual program on Zoom. Tuesday, Oct. 25, at 8. Chat with authors Piper J. Drake, Mia Manansala, Sarah Echavarre Smith and Jesse Q. Sutanto about their journeys to becoming published authors, keeping in mind their diverse Southeast Asian backgrounds. How has their heritage influenced their writing, characters, publishing journey, and fan base? Registration required.
When Objects Talk Back: A Look into Haunted Objects and Paranormal Research.
Join “The Paranormal Couple” Cody Ray DesBiens and Satori Hawes from Travel Channel’s “Ghost Hunters” and “Ghost Nation” as they dive deep into the phenomena of haunted objects. Explore the origins of haunted artifacts, see some haunted objects from around the world, and hear the creepy yet intriguing stories that accompany each item on Tuesday, Oct. 25, at 6:30 p.m. at the Sterling Senior Center, 36 Muddy Pond Road. Registration required. Presented by the Friends of the Library.
Parents’ Night Out Book Club. Wednesday, Oct. 26, at 6:30 p.m. Spend time at the library without the kids. Enjoy conversations about ‘The Sun Down Motel’ by Simone St. James. Books are available for checkout at the library; no registration required.
Cookbook Club. Wednesday, Oct. 26, at 6:30 p.m. Sample creative dishes from ‘Boards: Stylish Spreads for Casual Gatherings’ by America’s Test Kitchen. Choose a recipe from one of the charcuterie boards presented, prepare it at home, then bring it to the library to share with others. Find great ideas for your upcoming holiday entertaining. Cookbooks are available at the library for checkout; let us know which recipe you have chosen to avoid duplicates. Registration required.
Pokémon Card Painting for Teens. Thursday, Oct. 27, at 6:30 p.m. What beautiful art can you create within the bounds of a Pokémon card? Can you paint a brand-new environment for a favorite Pokémon? Teens and tweens ages 10 and older are invited to come to the library for a night of miniature painting fun. Bring your favorite cards (that you wouldn’t mind painting on), or choose from some of the library’s. Art supplies provided; registration required. Bonus: Suggest some songs to help us build our teen program music playlist. bit.ly/3PtT0cn.
MuseumPass. The library has a pass to the American Heritage Museum in Hudson. This pass provides half-price admission for up to six visitors. The American Heritage Museum is a military history museum that features one of the world’s largest collections of armored vehicles and tanks. For more information and to reserve a pass, call 978-422-6409.
Princeton Public Library
PRINCETON — The Princeton Public Library, 2 Town Hall Drive, offers Storytimes. Join Jessie for Virtual Story Hour on Wednesdays at 10 a.m. Email jtrowbridge@ cwmars.org for the Zoom link. In-person story hour takes place Fridays at 10 a.m. in the Children’s Room. For more information, call 978-464-2115 or stop by the library.
Richards Memorial Library
PAXTON — Fall into … September at the library.
After a busy summer of pirates, family drama, drumming, reading to dogs, summer reading, playful engineering, outdoor library adventures, soap making, spice club, Adult Summer Reading, Ocean Adventure LEGOs, Game Cafe, and more than our share of beach reads, the library is ready for fall.
Events do not require registration unless otherwise noted.
All month, while supplies last: Spice Club for Adults – Ground ginger, plus a couple of surprises; Young Adult Take & Make Craft. Leaf scratch art. Ages 1217; Drop-in Crafts – Back-to-school inspirational apples. Ages 3-plus.
Sept. 1-16, Batman Battle Voting. Visit the library to vote for the “Best” TV or film Batman. Anyone who votes will be entered to win a Funko Batman. The Best Batman as selected by you will be announced on Sept. 17, Batman Day.
Drop-in LEGO Challenge: Tuesdays, 3:30-5 p.m. beginning Sept. 13. Take the challenge or build from your imagination. Completed challenges displayed for one week. Ages 5-plus due to small pieces.
Wednesday, Sept. 21 & 28, 10:30-11:30 a.m.: Outdoor Story & Play Time. Join in for healthy outdoor play in the library yard. Sing songs, go on scavenger hunts, tell stories, create, and play. Dress for outdoors. Check the library website for weather-related updates.
Saturday, Sept. 17, 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. – Batman Day. Best Batman winner announced. If your Batman won, you will be entered to win a Batman LEGO set. Drop-in Batman crafts. Browse our Batman DVDs and books. All ages. (Funded by the Friends of Richards Memorial Library.)
Saturday, Sept. 17, 10:30-11:30 a.m. – 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Celebration. For children registered in the 1000BBK program, their families/caregivers and families interested in the program. The library will recognize wherever children are on the 1000BBK journey and play in large, themed sensory bins thanks to Jaclyn Morse from Purposeful Play. In the library yard. Dress for the outdoors and mess.
Banned Book Week: Sept. 18-24. View our YA banned book display or try the Banned Book Trivia Challenge for adults. Drop-in.
Thursday, Sept. 22, 4-5 p.m., How to Bake a Universe STEM program. Massachusetts author Alec Carvlin, takes visitors through the cosmic cookbook for the beginning of everything. Grounded in science with humor, fun and action, this program is accessible to ages 4-8 but sure to be a favorite with children of all ages and their families. Dress for outdoors.
Thursday, Sept. 22, 7-8 p.m., Walking to Wachusett. A lively and personal re-enactment of Henry David Thoreau’s ‘A Walk to Wachusett” with author Robert “Bob” Young. Recommended for adults and teens.
Wed. Sept. 28, noon-4 p.m., Pokemon Picnic. All ages. Noon-4 p.m. (WRSD half day). A Pokemon Lure will be placed at the library PokeStop. Grab & Go: Pokemon Snack Bag (one per person, please). Pokemon craft, drop in. All ages. Funded by the Friends of Richards Memorial Library.
Tues. Oct. 4 – 7-8 p.m., Ghosts & Legends with Jeff Belanger. Funded by the Friends of Richards Memorial Library.
Wed. Oct. 5, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Special Storytime author visit: Caterpillar’s Search for the Perfect Halloween Costume Library App Tech Help. Tech Help service is focused on library apps (Libby, Overdrive, CWMars). Call for an appointment.
Literacy and STEM Kits Available for Check-Out: Read, discuss, build, and create with our new literacy kits, designed to prevent summer learning loss and keep kids reading and learning all summer long. Also check out new STEM kits, with engaging activities ranging from electronics to natural history, thanks to support from the Barre Savings Foundation.
Ongoing: Puzzle Exchange, bring a puzzle or take a puzzle. 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten, museum passes to local museums and other venues.
The library will be closed Friday, Nov. 11 for Veterans Day.
For more information, visit rmlpaxton. org or call 508-754-0793.
Sterling Senior Center
STERLING — The Sterling Senior Center is located at 36 Muddy Pond Road. The center is air-conditioned and open Monday-Thursday 8 a.m.-4 p.m. and Friday 8 a.m.-2 p.m. If you are a Sterling resident and need a ride to the center, call 978-422-3032.
Lunch is served daily at11:30 a.m. Tables inside or on the patio. No reservations required. $3 suggested donation.
Pancake Breakfast is on Friday, Sept. 30, 7:30-9 a.m. This month’s celebrity server will be Sterling Selectman David Smith. $4 suggested donation.
Join the Wii Bowling group on Wednesdays at 1 p.m.
Pool tables are available every day Monday through Friday.
Mobile Market at Sholan Terrace on Tuesday, Sept. 21, 1-1:45 p.m.
Book Club will discuss ‘The Yellow Bird Sings’ by Jennifer Rosen on Wednesday, Sept. 21, at 12:30 p.m. Copies of the book are available to borrow at the Senior Center.
Exercise classes: Tai Chi on Mondays at 8:30 a.m.; Beginner Tai Chi on Mondays at 9:45 a.m.; Pilates on Tuesdays at 8:15 a.m.; Line Dancing on Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m.; Chair Yoga on Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m.; Going Steady on Fridays at 10 a.m. Registration required for all exercise classes. Evening Mindful Meditation is on Mondays at 6 p.m. $5.
Pickleball outdoors at West Sterling Courts on Mondays and Wednesdays, 4-7 p.m. New players welcome and must complete registration and waiver forms.
Learn to play the Ukulele! New weekly beginner classes start Thursday, Sept. 8, at 1 p.m. Loaner ukuleles available.
Sterling Strummers Ukulele Group meets for Ukulele Club on Thursdays at 2 p.m. and Open Strumming on Mondays 3 p.m.
BINGO: Mondays at 1 p.m. Game Day: Tuesdays at 12:30pm; Game Day: Tuesdays, 12:30 p.m. Rummikub: Wednesdays, 12:30 p.m. Wii Bowling: Wednesdays, 1 p.m. Acrylic painting: $5, Thursdays at 1 p.m.
Mahjong: Thursdays at 2 p.m. Knit & Crochet Fridays at 9:30 a.m. Sign up for Foot Clinic (Sept. 22, Oct. 13 & 27).
Caregiver Support. Sept. 29, 3-4:30 p.m.
Parkinson’s Support meets Wednesday, Sept. 28 at 3:30 p.m. (Zoom available).
Veterans Services every Friday, 8 a.m.-noon.
Weekly van shopping trips on Wednesdays at 1 p.m. See newsletter or call for schedule.
Reservations required for most programs. For more information, call 978422-3032. Check out www.sterlingma. gov/senior-center for the latest newsletter including all services, programming, lunch menu, special news and more.
Princeton Historical Society scavenger hunt
PRINCETON — The Princeton Historical Society added eight locations to its clue-based family, small group and/ or individual scavenger hunt activity, Can You Find It? This activity began July 1, 2021, to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the town of Princeton’s incorporation in 1771. Last year there were more than 100 participants.
To join in the fun and learn about the 16 historical locations in Princeton, an updated Scavenger Hunt Game Card and Directions can be picked up at the Princeton Library checkout desk during normal hours of operation.
The updated game card and directions can also be downloaded at https:// www.princetonmahistory.org/can-youfind.
PHS plans to continue to add a minimum of eight locations each summer, which will result in 32-plus locations by the summer of 2024.
For more information, email princetonmahistory@ gmail.com.
Our Town Paxton video online
PAXTON — The Audio Journal was funded by the Paxton Cultural Council to prepare an Our Town Paxton CD based on historical texts supplied by the Historical Commission. The commission then added photos from its archives to create an Our Town Paxton DVD. Residents can access the video on the Paxton town website.
Two methods may be used to access it.
1) Go to https://www.townofpaxton. net/historical-commission. Click on Our Town: Historical Video, OR 2) Go to https://www.townofpaxton. net and click on the link (in red letters) below the photo (left side of the home page) of the outdoor town meeting. The Search bar may then be used to find the Our Town Paxton video as well as other town videos, including the 250th Anniversary Parade.
