The following was submitted by the office of Sen. Jason Lewis: State Sens. Jason Lewis and Pat Jehlen and state Reps. Michael Day and Michelle Ciccolo joined their colleagues in the Massachusetts Legislature to pass an animal welfare bill that bans the use of elephants, big cats, bears, primates, and
The following was submitted by the Network for Social Justice: On Wednesday, Sept. 25, the Network for Social Justice is hosting a meet and greet with its new executive director Rebecca Slisz at Shanahan Real Estate, 552 Main St., from 6-7:30 p.m. There will be light snacks and
The following was submitted by the Prison Book Program: Prison Book Program (PBP) is proud to announce the addition of three distinguished individuals to its Board of Directors, including Winchester resident Judy Doctoroff. These new members bring a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to PBP’s mission of
The following was submitted by Letters Trellis: Letters Trellis returns to the Winchester Farmers Market on Saturday, Sept. 14. This week the topic is “Just Write!” Of course, your well thought out, impeccably organized written letter builds to a mind-expanding conclusion that will impress the recipient of your letter. But
The following was submitted by Prassede Calabi: On Saturday, Sept. 21, join volunteers at Fast Forest for Planting Day, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Wright-Locke Farm, 82 Ridge St. Rain date: Sept. 22. The site is ready (mowed, weeded, spaded, limed, disced, tilled, twice-composted, and fenced)
The following was submitted by the Winton Club: On Thursday, Sept. 19, the Winton Club and Studio on the Common are back with their annual holiday shopping event to benefit Winchester Hospital. Get a jump on the holiday season, save money and create good for Winchester Hospital. The event will
The following was submitted by the Solo Ager Network: On Tuesday, Sept. 17, the Solo Ager Network will present “Navigating the Changing Healthcare System,” from 10:30 a.m.– 12:30 p.m., at the Jenks Center, 109 Skillings Road. Dealing with a major health issue can be very stressful,
The following was submitted by Trish Gannon: Locally-based artist Trish Gannon will be exhibiting her original pastels, as well as acrylic mono-prints, throughout September via Winchester Public Library’s monthly artist program. The exhibit is entitled “Bright and Brilliant Garden Glories” and features approximately 20 original pastels, as well as
On Thursday, Aug. 29, First Congregational Church in Winchester, UCC, 21 Church St., will be showing Disney Pixar’s “Inside Out” on the church lawn, beginning at 8 p.m. Bring a blanket or chair to sit on. There is no need to sign-up — just show up and enjoy the
The following was submitted by the Office of Sen. Jason Lewis: State Sens. Jason Lewis and Pat Jehlen and Reps. Michael Day and Michelle Ciccolo joined colleagues in the Massachusetts Legislature to pass the Affordable Homes Act, the largest investment in housing in Massachusetts history and a powerful step in
The following was submitted by Cummings Properties: Six years after first publishing his self-written memoir, longtime Winchester resident Bill Cummings has released a much changed and updated new edition. The local entrepreneur and philanthropist is inviting owners of any previous version to make a no-cost swap for the hot-off-the-press seventh
The following was submitted by Winchester Hospital: Winchester Hospital has received accreditation under the American College of Surgeons (ACS) National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC). Breast cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed in women in the United States after skin cancers. Programs accredited by the NAPBC follow a
EDITOR’S NOTE: The following was submitted by Kara Lynne McGillicuddy and is an interview with incoming Winchester High School freshman Kaylee Guo, who led a team of five other classmates (Vivian Busold, Bea Canzano, Ellie Nguy, Alyssa Vineis, and Mia Watson) who donated a grand total of $753.85
The following was submitted by the League of Women Voters in Winchester: Important elections are coming up on Sept. 3 and Nov. 5. Are you sure you are registered to vote? Has it been a while since the last time you made it to the polls, or have you moved
The following was submitted by the Winchester Arts Council: On Thursday, Aug. 22, Winchester residents have a special opportunity to see and meet local artists. Meet-the-artist receptions will take place at four locations around town, featuring six different artists: oil painters Joan Baldwin and Lucia Rubini, watercolorist Carolyn Latanision and
The following was submitted by the Winchester Community Music School: Winchester Community Music School (WCMS) is pleased to announce the return of MusicFest, its annual fall open house, on Sunday, Sept. 8, from 2-4 p.m., 407 Highland Ave. All are welcome to attend this free event and to enjoy
