9 Things to Do in the Dedham Area This Weekend

Artist Reception: New Work--Nick Conte at the Dedham Guild

Friday, June 20
6 p.m.
Dedham Square Artist Guild
553 High St., Dedham

From 6 to 8 p.m., the Dedham Square Artist Guild will host an artist reception for Nick Conte, the Guild's artist of the month. 

Dedham Trails Day & Dedham 5K Trail run

Saturday, June 21
9:30 a.m.
Trail Run: Rashi School, 800 Great Meadow Rd.
Trails Day: Recreation center, 269 Common St.

The Dedham Trails Day Event begins at 9:30 a.m. Saturday. The event is coordinated by Dedham officials and L.L. Bean. The 5K will travel through the Newbridge trail through Whitcomb Woods. The Dedham Water Trail Festival will include free boat demos, food and more.

The Musical Legacy of Walt Disney: Family Concert

Saturday, June 21
4 p.m.
950 East St., Dedham

This educational event will take a look at the music from famous Disney films and theme park attractions, including a 50th Anniversary tribute to Marry Poppins and a medley from "Pirates of the Caribbean." 

Calvary Baptist Church's Anniversary Sunday

Sunday, June 22
1 p.m.
42 Needham St., Dedham

The Calvary Baptist Church is celebrating its 24th year in Dedham, as well as the building's 100th anniversary. The event will include music, activities, cake and ice cream. 

Balloon Sculptor Arrives at Summer Shack

Sunday, June 22
5 p.m.
Summer Shack, 850 Providence Hwy., Dedham

World Premier Balloon Sculptor Royal Sorrell will be on hand at the Summer Shack in Dedham on Sunday. 

Industry Night at King's Dedham

Sunday, June 22
9 p.m.
Kings Dedham, Legacy Place

Individuals who work in a restaurant, bar or hotel are invited to King's on Sunday for Industry Night, which includes free bowling, roller bowling, skee ball and shuffleboard after 9 p.m.

NEARBY: Westwood Touch-a-Truck Fun Fair

Saturday, June 21
10 a.m.
Westwood High School, Westwood

This event allows area residents to touch and explore big trucks and vehicles, and will include a 4H Club petting zoo, games and an obstacle course. 

NEARBY: Roslindale Village Celebrates Third Ann. Customer Appreciation Day

Saturday, June 21
8:30 a.m.
Roslindale Village

This event is a day-long celebration that promotes a "buy local" mission for the nearby community.

NEARBY: Plugged In Band Program Hosts Car Wash

Saturday, June 21
9 a.m.
Claxton Field, Needham

Students and parents from the Plugged In Teen Band Program will hold a car wash from 9 a.m. until noon to benefit the program. Cost is $5 per car, cash or check.