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Buses will be rolling again next week as the school year starts in Grafton. Here are <a href="http://transportation.grafton.schoolfusion.us/modules/groups/integrated_home.phtml?gid=915637&amp;sessionid=9ea87e64b561aa5014b0705c7c778d2e&amp;t=5119cbc77422593101fa83781438d950&amp;t=ceef35459460b01adff7f479d83993b4/?sessionid=9ea87e64b561aa5014b0705c7c778d2e&amp;t=5119cbc77422593101fa83781438d950&amp;t/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">this year's bus routes</a>.

Buses will be rolling again next week as the school year starts in Grafton.

Here are <a href="http://transportation.grafton.schoolfusion.us/modules/groups/integrated_home.phtml?gid=915637&amp;sessionid=9ea87e64b561aa5014b0705c7c778d2e&amp;t=5119cbc77422593101fa83781438d950&amp;t=ceef35459460b01adff7f479d83993b4/?sessionid=9ea87e64b561aa5014b0705c7c778d2e&amp;t=5119cbc77422593101fa83781438d950&amp;t/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">this year's bus routes</a>.

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Be a part of the 79th season! Auditions for the Worcester Youth Orchestras are happening in May!&nbsp; All students grades 3 and up pursuing &nbsp;string, wind, brass, harp, jazz piano, jazz guitar, drum set and percussion are eligible to audition. Multiple days and times to choose from. Visit the link to schedule your audition!<a href="https://www.worcesteryouthorchestras.org/auditions.html" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Audition Information and Registration</a><h5></h5>

Local Event: Spring 2026 Auditions

Spring 2026 Auditions

Be a part of the 79th season! Auditions for the Worcester Youth Orchestras are happening in May!  All students grades 3 and up...

Bancroft School

It's not too late to join our community. The 2026-2027 school year is open for enrollment. Now is the perfect time to join us for an on campus event, webinar, or to schedule a personal tour or interview.

Local Event: Bancroft School Open House

Bancroft School Open House

It's not too late to join our community. The 2026-2027 school year is open for enrollment. Now is the perfect time to join us...

The Willows Retirement Community

In a spirited performance, George Baker presents John Adams and incidents in his life, including the Boston Massacre Trial of 1770. This “Living History” focuses on President Adams's wit, legal background, and family life with Abigail.&nbsp;&nbsp; George Baker brings President John Adams to life in historically accurate costume, highlighting the Founding Father's views on history, society, and his famous friendship with Thomas Jefferson. Sponsored by the Westborough Historical Society and the Willows. Admission: Free and open to all.

Local Event: Meet John Adams - A Lively and Revolutionary Conversation with America's Second President

Meet John Adams - A Lively and Revolutionary...

In a spirited performance, George Baker presents John Adams and incidents in his life, including the Boston Massacre Trial of...

Meet John Adams - A Lively and Revolutionary Conversation with America's Second President

St. Nicholas Romanian Orthodox Church

Join us at St. Nicholas Church for our annual Electronics Recycling Event!
📅 Saturday, May 16th, 9AM-2PM
📍 St. Nicholas Church- Parking Lot
34 Gold St, Shrewsbury, MA
We're accepting all electronics, appliances, ANYTHING with a plug or batteries, as well as reusable bicycles!
♻️ Items will be recycled responsibly for a small fee (see pricing details below).
Come help us reduce waste and keep hazardous materials out of landfills—rain or shine!
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What You Can Bring/ Cost to You:
• $5 each: each for Computer Towers,Laptops, DVD Players, VCR’s, Small Printers, Stereos, Radios, Alarm Clocks, Speakers, Video Game Consoles, Table Lamps, Fans, Hair Dryers, Curling Irons, Projectors, Power Tools, Drills, Cameras, Clocks, Trophies, Frying Pans, Holiday Lights, Other Small Electronics.
• $10 each for Small Household Appliances, Vacuum Cleaners/Roomba, Toaster Ovens, Ceiling Fans, Floor Lamps, Air Fryers, Electric Grills, Hot Plates, Small Radiators, Keyboard Pianos, Coffee Makers, Ice Makers, Sewing Machines, Car Seats.
• $20 each for Flat Screen Computer Monitors, Microwaves, Dehumidifiers, Air Conditioners, Water Coolers, Large Printers/Copiers, Leaf Blowers, Chainsaws, Heat Lamps, Artificial Christmas Trees, Fire Extinguishers, Propane Tanks (Empty).
• $25 each for TVs up to 26,” CRT Monitors, Outdoor Grills, Dorm Sized Refrigerators,
• $30 each for TVs between 26” and 35,” White Goods, Washing Machines, Dryers, Stoves, Dishwashers, Large Appliances, Large Yard Equipment,Treadmills, Exercise Equipment, Snow Blowers, Lawn Mowers, Rototillers, Large Generators, Motors, Water Tanks
• $35 each for TVs over 36,” Large Refrigerators, Ride-On Lawn Mowers.
• $40 each for Projection TVs.
• FREE! (Cash Donations Appreciated): Cell Phones, Bicycles (reusable please!), Video Game Media and Accessories, Wires, Cables, Chargers, Car Batteries, VHS/DVD’s, Keyboards, Tablets.
When you arrive, please follow the cones and directions from the workers. Bring your vehicle as close to the truck or dumpster as possible. Feel free to remain in your vehicle, our workers will unload your items for you. 
Residents from all towns and communities are welcome to recycle. The event will be rain or shine. Computer hard drives will be destroyed during the recycling process, but can be removed on-site at the event for an additional charge. Cash payment is preferred, but checks will be an acceptable form of payments over $30.
For additional questions, Business Cleanouts or to work with us to host an event with your organization, Email: GreenDayRecyclingMA@Gmail.com

Local Event: Shrewsbury Electronics Recycling Event ♻️

Shrewsbury Electronics Recycling Event ♻️

Join us at St. Nicholas Church for our annual Electronics Recycling Event!
📅 Saturday, May 16th, 9AM-2PM
📍 St. Nicholas Church-...

Pilgrim Tool &amp;&nbsp;Die and Worcester Molded Plastics between 1945-1975. Contact Brittney Fries at 813.230.7702 or <a href="mailto:bfries@mrhfmlaw.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">bfries@mrhfmlaw.com</a>

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Pilgrim Tool & Die and Worcester Molded Plastics between 1945-1975. Contact Brittney Fries at 813.230.7702 or bfries@mrhfmlaw.com

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