Name: How did English become the most popular global lingua tranca - and what is its future? (Dr. Beata Sc
Start: 2026-11-13T13:00:00-05:00
Location: Norton Public Library

Norton Public Library

Join us to hear a linguist discuss whether English, the primary language of global communication, and the main language spoken in the United States will be challenged by Mandarin Chinese, spoken by an enormous number of people in China.

Local Event: How did English become the most popular global lingua tranca - and what is its future? (Dr. Beata Sc

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How did English become the most popular global...

Join us to hear a linguist discuss whether English, the primary language of global communication, and the main language spoken...

How did English become the most popular global lingua tranca - and what is its future? (Dr. Beata Sc

Mars Science Center, Room SC 3147, Wheaton College 26 East Main StreetNorton, Massachusetts, 02766

This is a four session class. &nbsp;October 8, 15, 22, and 29. &nbsp;We will learn about the exploration of the Moon from the first lunar landing through the recent Artemis mission. Weather permitting, we will look at the Moon and other astronomical objects through the telescopes at the Wheaton College Observatory.
Professor Timothy Barker has been teaching astronomy at Wheaton College since 1974.

Local Event: Lunar Exploration with Professor Tim Barker

Lunar Exploration with Professor Tim Barker

This is a four session class.  October 8, 15, 22, and 29.  We will learn about the exploration of the Moon from the first lunar...

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The number of families needing help from the Norton Food Pantry is increasing. &nbsp;If you are able to contribute food or personal hygiene products it would be very helpful. &nbsp;Thanks so much.

Local Event: Monthly Food Drive for The Cupboard of Kindness, Norton's Food Pantry

Monthly Food Drive for The Cupboard of...

The number of families needing help from the Norton Food Pantry is increasing.  If you are able to contribute food or personal...

Monthly Food Drive for The Cupboard of Kindness, Norton's Food Pantry

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Calling all female singers! Join the NoteAble Blend Chorus, a 20 member women's 4-part harmony a cappella chorus, for a festive holiday singing experience where all women are welcome to come for 3 rehearsals on October - 14th, 21st, and 28th, from 7:00 - 8:00pm and learn 2 holiday songs with the chorus. No prior experience or music reading ability is required to learn the holiday music, and you can join the group in singing those 2 songs for their special Holiday performance on December 5th. For more information, check out the QR code on the flyer or look at their website: noteableblend.org

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Calling all female singers! Join the NoteAble Blend Chorus, a 20 member women's 4-part harmony a cappella chorus, for a festive...

<ul><li>Friday, October 16, 2026</li><li>1:00 PM&nbsp;&nbsp;2:00 PM</li><li>68 West Main St, Norton MA. 02766</li><li>Norton Public Library</li></ul><h4>Marilee Kenney Hunt has had a long career in Massachusetts state government, ultimately serving within the Governor’s Office as the Governor’s appointed Commissioner running the statewide Commission on Sexual and Domestic Violence. A resident of Bridgewater since 1986, has served as its elected Town Clerk from 2015 until April of 2024; she currently serves on Bridgewater’s Town Council, and also serves as President of the 125-year-old, private non-profit, Bridgewater Improvement Association.</h4>
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Local Event: Let's Talk Massachusetts Elections

Let's Talk Massachusetts Elections

Friday, October 16, 20261:00 PM  2:00 PM68 West Main St, Norton MA. 02766Norton Public LibraryMarilee Kenney Hunt has had a...

Join us to &nbsp;learn about what goes on behind the scenes in an election to be sure that it is free and fair. &nbsp;Marilee Kenney Hunt has had first-hand experience with town elections during nine years as the Town Clerk of Bridgewater MA. &nbsp;The lecture is free and no registration is required.

Local Event: Let's Talk Massachusetts with Marilee Kenney Hunt

Let's Talk Massachusetts with Marilee Kenney Hunt

Join us to  learn about what goes on behind the scenes in an election to be sure that it is free and fair.  Marilee Kenney Hunt...

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Join the community for a creative scarecrow building contest with all proceeds supporting the Norton Senior Center. Participants can enter at various tiers ranging from individual to business levels, with Wheaton College students participating for free. Displays will be featured on West Main Street leading up to the final winner announcement.

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Crows On The Corner Scarecrow Building Contest

Join the community for a creative scarecrow building contest with all proceeds supporting the Norton Senior Center....

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The public is always welcome to attend our free programs.

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