Hopkinton Center for the Arts

<h3>The Writer’s Room</h3>
The Writer’s Room meets on the first Thursday of every month, offering a welcoming space for writers to connect, create, and share their love of writing.
Writers and readers of all genres and experience levels are encouraged to join us! Whether you’re hoping to meet fellow writers, find a writing group, get feedback on your work, or simply make more room for writing in your life, The Writer’s Room is for you.
Each month, we’ll:
<ul><li>Get our creativity flowing with fun, engaging writing exercises</li><li>Share work and offer constructive, supportive peer feedback</li><li>Connect with fellow local writers and learn more about writing opportunities at the HCA</li></ul>

Local Event: The Writer's Room Workshop

Middlesex County

Holliston-Hopkinton

Massachusetts

The Writer's Room Workshop

The Writer’s Room
The Writer’s Room meets on the first Thursday of every month, offering a welcoming space for writers to...

Spellman Museum of Stamps & Postal History

Join NobleSpirit at the Spellman Museum for a special Appraisal Roadshow and discover the stories — and potential value — behind the items you’ve collected, inherited, or tucked away over the years.
Guests are invited to bring a wide variety of collectibles and historical material for evaluation, including stamps, coins, paper money, gold &amp; silver jewelry, space &amp; aerospace memorabilia, vintage technology and computing, signed material and autographs, cryptology and code-related artifacts, pop culture collectibles, and historical artifacts.
Whether you’ve inherited a collection, are downsizing, settling an estate, or simply want to learn more about an unusual item, our specialists will be available to help identify, evaluate, and provide insight into what you have.
There is no obligation to sell. For items or collections that may be a good fit for the marketplace, information will also be available about consignment opportunities and upcoming live auctions.
Bring your albums, boxes, collections, documents, memorabilia, and curiosities — you may be surprised by what you have.
Saturday, October 3
10am - 4pm 
Spellman Museum of Stamps &amp; Postal History 
Weston, Massachusetts Reserve your appointment today at:
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Local Event: Coins, Stamps & Collectibles: Free Appraisal Day at the Spellman Museum

Weston

Coins, Stamps & Collectibles: Free Appraisal...

Join NobleSpirit at the Spellman Museum for a special Appraisal Roadshow and discover the stories — and potential value —...

Coins, Stamps & Collectibles: Free Appraisal Day at the Spellman Museum

Julio's Liquors

Experience an afternoon of curated sake tasting at Sake Day East, featuring a collection of 100+ premium sake. Choose between an exclusive VIP hour for early access or General Admission to explore unique flavors at this premier beverage event.

Local Event: Sake Day East

Worcester County

Westborough

Sake Day East

Experience an afternoon of curated sake tasting at Sake Day East, featuring a collection of 100+ premium sake. Choose between...

Hopkinton Center for the Arts, 34 Hayden Rowe St, Hopkinton, MA, 01748

Artist Courtney Fern, winner of the 2025 Members Art Show, will have her own exhibition titled "EXPERIMENTAL" at the HCA Gallery located at 34 Hayden Rowe Street. The exhibition runs from September 28 to December 5, with an opening reception on October 9 at 6 p.m. The reception is open to the public.&nbsp;

Local Event: EXPERIMENTAL: Exhibition by Courtney Fern

EXPERIMENTAL: Exhibition by Courtney Fern

Artist Courtney Fern, winner of the 2025 Members Art Show, will have her own exhibition titled "EXPERIMENTAL" at the HCA...

The Islamic Society of Greater Milford

Join the Metrowest Interfaith Community and Peace Islands Institute for an enlightening afternoon of stimulating table sharing among Jewish, Sikh, Muslim, Hindu, Baha'i, and Christian neighbors. Snacks and refreshments will be available at this inclusive community event; registration is requested online.

Local Event: Abraham's Table Series: One Creator: Many Paths, Finding Common Ground

Abraham's Table Series: One Creator: Many...

Join the Metrowest Interfaith Community and Peace Islands Institute for an enlightening afternoon of stimulating table sharing...

Abraham's Table Series: One Creator: Many Paths, Finding Common Ground

Portuguese Club

Shop and/or sell at our October kids consignment pop up event!
CONSIGN/SELL: Earn cash for your child's outgrown or unwanted toys, clothing, baby gear and other items!&nbsp;
SHOP: Shop thousands of new and gently used kids' items all under one roof and pre-inspected to ensure quality! Free public shopping for 3 days only - don't miss it!
Public Sale Hours - Free Admission: Fri., Oct. 16: 5 PM - 8 PM Sat., Oct. 17: 10 AM - 2 PM Sun., Oct. 18: 10 AM - 2 PM Select items will be 1/2 price on Sunday 
Early Shopping - Registration is required and quantities are limited Thurs., Oct. 15 &amp; Fri., Oct. 16&nbsp;&nbsp; *both paid and free early shopping opportunities - see website for details!

Local Event: Next Size Up Kids' In Person Consignment Event

Milford

Next Size Up Kids' In Person Consignment Event

Shop and/or sell at our October kids consignment pop up event!
CONSIGN/SELL: Earn cash for your child's outgrown or unwanted...

Islamic Center of Boston, Wayland

Join the Islamic Center of Boston in celebrating twenty-five years of building bridges through the Interfaith Book Club. All are welcome to attend this community milestone, and no previous book club participation is necessary. Come as a neighbor and leave as a friend at this special anniversary gathering. First time comers are welcome, join us in building bridges in our community.

Local Event: Interfaith Book Club 25th Anniversary Celebration

Interfaith Book Club 25th Anniversary Celebration

Join the Islamic Center of Boston in celebrating twenty-five years of building bridges through the Interfaith Book Club. All...

Fun run for young runners, preceding the HCA's Wicked 5K 2026. Finish prizes of a mini pumpkin. Costume parade after the run!

Local Event: Wee Wicked Dash

Wee Wicked Dash

Fun run for young runners, preceding the HCA's Wicked 5K 2026. Finish prizes of a mini pumpkin. Costume parade after the run!

Lace up your sneakers, grab your (optional) costume, and join us for the Wicked 5K, a fun-filled community fundraiser benefiting the Hopkinton Center for the Arts! Whether you're running for a personal best or strolling with friends and family, every step you take helps support arts education, performances, exhibitions, scholarships, and community programs that make the arts accessible to all.
Your registration is more than race entry—it's an investment in creativity and community. You will automatically be set up as a FUNdraiser!&nbsp; It is not required to fundraise to join us but it makes it more FUN!
Proceeds from the event directly support the Hopkinton Center for the Arts, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to fostering joy, belonging, and lifelong learning through the arts.
Create your own fundraising page! &nbsp;Join one of the fundraising teams! Win prizes!!
This festive fall tradition features a relatively flat 5K walk/run course with traffic-free roads and groomed gravel trails, making it enjoyable for participants of all ages and abilities. Little goblins and ghouls can join the excitement, too, in our 100-meter Wee Wicked Dash, held just before the start of the 5K.
Costumes are encouraged, holiday spirit is welcome, and every mile makes a difference!

Local Event: HCA Wicked 5K 2026

HCA Wicked 5K 2026

Lace up your sneakers, grab your (optional) costume, and join us for the Wicked 5K, a fun-filled community fundraiser...

Blair Square

Holliston Newcomers &amp; Neighbors&nbsp;invites you to join us at our&nbsp;Great Pumpkin Trail Walk&nbsp;on&nbsp;Sunday, October 25th&nbsp;from 10:00am-12:00pm&nbsp;at the&nbsp;Holliston Rail Trail starting at Blair Square.



There are games set up along the first section of the trail up to the first bridge – great for young kids of all ages - and small prizes are distributed. The Great Pumpkin Trail Walk Fundraiser is an allergy-free way to&nbsp;celebrate Fall for the whole family.
The Great Pumpkin Trail Walk Fundraiser is just one of Holliston&nbsp;Newcomers &amp; Neighbors fundraisers with proceeds going to the HNN Community&nbsp;Grant Fund. Recent grant recipients include the Parks &amp; Recreation Summer&nbsp;Concerts, Holliston Public Library Museum passes and the Holliston Police Department.
The event is $6 per child. Cash, checks and Venmo are accepted on the day of the event.&nbsp; Adults are free and&nbsp;encouraged to come in costume as well. This outdoor event is a great way to see&nbsp;friends and join in the spirit of the season!

HNN fundraiser proceeds go to the HNN Community Grant Fund which gives back to our community. Past Grant recipients include Holliston Public Library Museum Passes, Holliston Parks &amp; Recreations Summer Concerts, Holliston Police and Fire Departments.
Holliston Newcomers &amp; Neighbors - Building Friendships, Building Community

Local Event: HNN Great Pumpkin Trail Walk Fundraiser

HNN Great Pumpkin Trail Walk Fundraiser

Holliston Newcomers & Neighbors invites you to join us at our Great Pumpkin Trail Walk on Sunday, October 25th from...

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TerraNova Engineering Lab STEM education 

TerraNova Engineering Lab

**TerraNova Engineering Lab** is a premier STEM education hub dedicated to transforming curious students into the innovators of tomorrow. Based in Milford, MA, and serving a global audience online, we specialize in bridging the gap between fundamental physics and high-level aerospace engineering. We are recruiting for all programs but our big event is We are specifically recruiting for https://www.terranovaengineeringlab.com/2026-2027-competitions Our mission is simple: **Build. Fly. Discover.** Led by a **U.S. Navy Veteran** (Aviation Electronics) with a **Master’s in Computer Science**, we offer more than just kits—we provide mentorship. Our curriculum takes students on a journey from "Earth to Orbit," exploring everything from the forces of lift and propulsion to complex orbital mechanics and Python-based simulations. ### The TerraNova Advantage * **Veteran-Led Mentorship:** We bring the discipline of military aviation and the rigor of advanced computer science to every workshop. * **Applied Science:** From TARC (The American Rocketry Challenge) to historical flight simulations in "Wings of History," students apply real-world physics to solve engineering trade-offs. * **Future Ready:** We focus on skills that stand out on college applications and professional resumes, including Python coding, critical problem solving, and aerospace design. * **Hands-On Innovation:** Whether in-person or via our digital classroom, our students engage with premium hardware like Arduino and advanced rocketry to see their calculations take flight. At TerraNova, we don't just teach science—we take the fundamental forces that shape our world and show how those same principles can be used to reach for the stars. Join us to pilot the past and engineer the future.

**TerraNova Engineering Lab** is a premier STEM education hub dedicated to transforming curious students into the innovators of tomorrow. Based in...

Metrowest Pet Homestead, Cage Free Dog Care

Metrowest Pet Homestead 

MetroWest Pet Homestead provides a premier, cage-free boarding and daycare experience tailored for those who view their pets as family. Located in the heart of the MetroWest area, our Veteran-owned homestead offers a unique "home-away-from-home" environment where guest dogs enjoy 24/7 companionship, personalized care, and supervised play in a secure backyard. To guarantee safety and maximum attention, we limit our intake to a maximum of four dogs at a time, ensuring your pet never gets lost in a crowd. Whether it’s for a full day of socialization or an extended overnight stay, we pride ourselves on a disciplined yet loving atmosphere where cuddles are mandatory and peace of mind is our mission.

MetroWest Pet Homestead provides a premier, cage-free boarding and daycare experience tailored for those who view their pets as family. Located in...

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Owner-Supervised Projects. Superior Quality. Complete Peace of Mind. Your home is your greatest investment. At Regulus Construction, we treat it that way. We built our reputation not on promises, but on proven results, delivering premium craftsmanship and a seamless, owner-supervised construction experience to every client in the Milford community. We believe trust is built through transparency, communication, and an unwavering commitment to getting every detail right. When you partner with us, you’re choosing a team that is as invested in protecting your investment and realizing your vision as you are. When you hire Regulus Construction, you’re not just hiring a contractor, you’re gaining a trusted partner who is as invested in the outcome as you are. Licensed &amp; Insured: CSL #120627 | HIC #214172

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Saturday, October 3

Coins, Stamps & Collectibles: Free Appraisal Day at the Spellman Museum

OCT

3

10:00 AM

Spellman Museum of Stamps & Postal History, 241 Wellesley St, Weston, MA

Sake Day East

OCT

3

3:30 PM

Julio's Liquors, 140 Turnpike Rd, Westborough, MA

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Sunday, October 25

Coins, Stamps & Collectibles: Free Appraisal Day at the Spellman Museum

Sake Day East

Insurcomm Restoration

TerraNova Engineering Lab

Metrowest Pet Homestead

Regulus Construction Corp

Paradise moving