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Austin Preparatory School

Austin Preparatory School, located in Reading, Massachusetts, is an independent Catholic prep school rooted in the Augustinian tradition. Serving students in grades 6 through 12, Austin Prep has cultivated a close-knit learning community since its founding in 1961. Guided by its mission to inspire hearts to unite, minds to inquire, and hands to serve, the school challenges students through a rigorous college preparatory program that includes honors and Advanced Placement courses, personalized instruction, and intentionally small classes. An Austin Prep education is preparation for the journey of life. Beyond academics, the school’s unwritten curriculum – the lived expression of veritas, unitas, and caritas (truth, unity, and love) – forms the heart of its mission. “At Austin Prep, we are on a journey that is life-changing and important,” says Head of School James Hickey, Ph.D. “Our patron, St. Augustine, embarked on a journey for the truth. At our core is an institution on the same journey, committed to exemplary teaching and learning.” Serving grades 6–12 under one roof allows this leading prep school to guide students through every stage of development—academic, social, emotional, physical, and spiritual. Community stands at the center of this experience, nurturing belonging and inspiring students to lead lives of purpose. Austin Prep athletics teams, competing in the New England Preparatory School Athletic Council (NEPSAC), are recognized among the best north of Boston, reflecting the same drive and integrity found in the classroom. Nearly every graduate continues on to a four-year college, prepared not only for success in higher education but for a meaningful life shaped by faith, friendship, and service.

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Austin Preparatory School, located in Reading, Massachusetts, is an independent Catholic prep school rooted in the Augustinian tradition. Serving...

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Harbor View Real Estate Corp.

Harbor View Real Estate Corp. is committed to being at the forefront of the real estate industry by doing all that we can to anticipate your real estate needs and exceed your expectations. Harbor View Real Estate Corp. is a local woman owned business with seven additional agents working on our team.  We have access to many professions to help you in your life changes if needed.  Feel free to stop by or call us with any questions regarding the home buying/selling or leasing process.  Although walk-ins are welcome, a phone call (781-661-8021)  is recommended to be sure one of us is here and not out on client appointments. 

Benjamin Pierce

Melrose

Harbor View Real Estate Corp. is committed to being at the forefront of the real estate industry by doing all that we can to anticipate your real...

School of Fashion Design

Celebrating over 90 years of excellence in fashion education, The School of Fashion Design is the only educational institution in New England dedicated exclusively to the study of fashion design. SFD provides students with a solid foundation in apparel design and construction, and the skills required for a successful career in fashion. Our technical Certificate program is taught by experts in the field of fashion design. Students may take courses toward the Certificate or on a class-by-class basis to fill professional education interests. For creatives and textile arts enthusiasts, SFD offers workshops in various fiber arts such as weaving, lace making, embroidery, millinery, upcycling, and more. As an SFD student, you will join a diverse community of emerging designers. Our studios are filled with recent high school graduates, students from nearby colleges enriching their education with fashion, and working professionals embarking on a new career path. SFD faculty and students are active partners in our local community, collaborating regularly with organizations and businesses through internships, exhibitions, field trips, and special events. Our reputation for excellence is on display each time our students show their work at fashion shows and exhibits throughout the year. With an SFD Certificate in Fashion Design, our alumni have enjoyed fashion careers with Adidas, Coldwater Creek, J. Jill, New Balance, PUMA, Ralph Lauren, Talbots, Timberland, TJX Companies, and more. Our alumni are designers and costumers for stage and screen, while others have found success launching their own label. Our varied class levels and flexible schedules are designed to meet the needs and profiles of all students. So whatever your level, background, or educational goals, we invite you to schedule a tour to see yourself at The School of Fashion Design. New semesters begin September, January, and June. Your fashion education begins here!

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Celebrating over 90 years of excellence in fashion education, The School of Fashion Design is the only educational institution in New England...

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We protect Greater Boston home buyers in a seller-focused industry by providing trusted advice and helping avoid costly mistakes all the way home. We understand you may feel overwhelmed and nervous about buying a home. It's a big decision. Home buyers deserve a trusted, patient, and loyal advocate who has their best interests in mind. Home buyers should not have to question their real estate agent's loyalty. You deserve 100 percent loyalty 100 percent of the time. Buyers Brokers Only puts clients before commissions, having helped more than 2,000 home-buying consumers purchase more than $1 billion in residential real estate and avoid costly mistakes over over 20 years. Search "Buyers Brokers Only reviews" to hear what our clients say about us. Learn more: https://www.buyersbrokersonly.com/about?patch Book an Online Consultation: https://info.buyersbrokersonly.com/personal-home-buyer-consultation?patch

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The following Melrose students have made the second-quarter honor roll at Austin Preparatory School in Reading. DISTINCTION: Cara Bancroft, Maura Bancroft, Olivia Calias, Timothy Cray, Marie-Elena Gerety, Bridget Kelley, Jenna Laidley, Olivia Lloyd, Elizabeth May, Isabella Totino, Elizabeth WalshHONORS: Bradford Barker, Jacob Bryer, Samantha Calias, Kara Cronin, Darina DeBenedictis, Bennett Donnelly, Giulia Ensing, Andrew Gerety, Kyra Guzzo, Emily Hickey, Patrick Hickey, Lauren Joyce, Abigail Lynch, Owen Mone, Liam O'Donnell, Margaret O'Donnell, Caroline Russell, Isabella Saracco, Michael Saracco, Christian Tammaro, Denis Taylor, Abigail Walsh

The following Melrose students have made the second-quarter honor roll at Austin Preparatory School in Reading.

DISTINCTION: Cara Bancroft, Maura Bancroft, Olivia Calias, Timothy Cray, Marie-Elena Gerety, Bridget Kelley, Jenna Laidley, Olivia Lloyd, Elizabeth May, Isabella Totino, Elizabeth Walsh

HONORS: Bradford Barker, Jacob Bryer, Samantha Calias, Kara Cronin, Darina DeBenedictis, Bennett Donnelly, Giulia Ensing, Andrew Gerety, Kyra Guzzo, Emily Hickey, Patrick Hickey, Lauren Joyce, Abigail Lynch, Owen Mone, Liam O’Donnell, Margaret O’Donnell, Caroline Russell, Isabella Saracco, Michael Saracco, Christian Tammaro, Denis Taylor, Abigail Walsh

Teens make second-quarter honor roll at Austin Prep

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Discover the path to wealth creation, stability, and community during National Home Ownership month. This informative session explores why homeowners are significantly wealthier than renters and provides a foothold for those ready to enter the real estate market.

Local Event: National Home Ownership Month June 2026

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National Home Ownership Month June 2026

Discover the path to wealth creation, stability, and community during National Home Ownership month. This informative session...

Melrose Unitarian Universalist Church

We are accustomed to viewing buildings, waterscapes, and lighthouses by looking at them straight ahead, from ground level. What if you could see them from a unique point of view, from above?
This presentation includes dramatic aerial photographs and videos of waterways, light houses, beaches and other colorful water sites. It is compelling because most of us have never seen views like this before; from an aerial photographer’s viewpoint.
The program also demystifies the use of drones, illustrates the variety of uses in the public sector, and highlights current FAA’s emphasis on safety. This program has been presented to over 40 colleges, civic organizations, senior living centers, art associations, libraries, camera clubs and houses of worship.
Joe Turner will show off his gorgeous aerial photos and teach us the ins-and-outs of drone photography. What are the best drones for a budget hobbyist? What are the rules about where you can fly? How do you get the best shots? Come and ask Joe!
This program is part of our Thoughtful Thursday series. Every second Thursday of the month (September – June), we present speakers of topics of general interest that align with our <a href="https://www.melroseuu.org/about-us/links/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">UU values</a>. Join us!

Local Event: "Melrose from Above: A New Perspective" 

"Melrose from Above: A New Perspective" 

We are accustomed to viewing buildings, waterscapes, and lighthouses by looking at them straight ahead, from ground level. What...

Melrose Public Library

To help you get answers and make your energy bill more affordable we are bringing together a set of experts that can work with you on multiple options:
<ul><li>·Make sure you pay the best and lowest fuel rate for you</li><li>Examine fuel assistance options</li><li>Lower your heating costs with weatherization rebates</li><li>Answer your general energy questions</li></ul>

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Energy Bill Clinic

To help you get answers and make your energy bill more affordable we are bringing together a set of experts that can work with...

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Coming up: National Home Ownership Month June 2026 on the Melrose Patch calendar

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