The Hopkinton Community Partnership held their annual Elf Scavenger Hunt, aiming to raise funds for needy Hopkinton families over the holidays. Children were encouraged to find “Elf on the Shelf” at local businesses, receiving goodie bags and raffle prizes. The event is part of the organization’s mission to support the diverse needs of the community.
On December 13, Chuck Joseph will present the history of Hopkinton since the 1950s at the Hopkinton Center for the Arts. The lecture follows the town’s growth from a small farming community to a thriving suburb, and ends with a Q&A session. Sponsored by the Hopkinton Historical Society and Chamber of Commerce, the event is open to all.
The Hopkinton Chamber of Commerce is re-introducing its “Business of the Year” award in 2023, with Weston Nurseries named as the honoree. The family-run business is celebrating its 100th anniversary, and the award ceremony will take place during the Chamber’s Holiday Celebration. The event will feature foods with a 1920s theme, a cash bar, and a bonfire for marshmallow roasting.
On November 14, the Hopkinton Public Library will host a wildfire educational program from 6:30-7:30 pm. The program, led by Alex Belote, Fire Program Coordinator for the Bureau of Forestry and Fire Control, will cover fire history, mitigation, and national strategies for living with fire. The event, organized by Friends of Whitehall, is free and open to all.
As part of their Hope for Heroes campaign, Imperial Cars, which is headquartered in Mendon, is collecting items for homeless veterans and veterans in need. The drive runs from November 1 – November 11. Thanks To Yanks is a non-political 501(c)(3) organization...
Demons Youth Hockey, the town hockey program for Hopkinton, Holliston and Ashland is hosting “Learn to Skate” and “Learn to Hockey” programs starting this weekend. The sessions will be held at Navin Arena in Marlborough, and participants...
The Hopkinton Center for the Arts concluded their Wicked Weekend with a 5k fun run and 100m dash for kids where participants earned a pumpkin as reward. Top finishers were Tim Bolick with a time of 16:03, and Kim Dixon, the top female finisher, with a time of 18:40.
Deadwoodville, a spooky town created by the Hopkinton Center for the Arts and volunteers, offers a unique experience, complete with unsettling characters and gruesome oddities. It showcases a creative set design and talented actors. The production is a collaboration with the Metrowest YMCA. Recommendations are for children aged 10 and upwards, with a less scary version offered for younger visitors.
The Hopkinton Public Library and Hopkinton Trails Club will host a “not so spooky” nighttime walk on the Center Trail on Friday, October 27. The easy walking trail will be illuminated by a near-full moon, giving attendees a new perspective. The community-friendly event at Hopkinton High School includes post-walk cider and donut holes.
State Representative James Arena-DeRosa is hosting a roundtable discussion for Hopkinton small business owners at the Town Hall on October 23.
HopNews