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Framingham

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Wayland

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Sudbury

Benjamin Pierce

Newton

Westwood

Wayland Council On Aging

Training about domestic violence and coercive control following changes in the 209A law.&nbsp; Dr. Ellerman, domestic abuse expert and researcher, will share critical information for survivors, town/community leaders and allies.
In 2024, Massachusetts made a historic shift by expanding the Chapter 209A legal definition of domestic abuse to include coercive control, a pattern of behavior intended to harass, intimidate, and coerce compliance. This training is designed to raise awareness and equip the public with tools to identify and describe subtle patterns of abuse and control.
You will learn how to: 1) identify a wide range of abusive and controlling behaviors that change over time 2) understand how children are directly targeted and affected by coercive control 3) see through the ways that abusers disguise and normalize their abuse 4) learn how survivors can use the 209A law to obtain legal protection 5) understand the challenges of post-separation abuse.
Helpful for community members navigating controlling or abusive relationships, their friends, family, allies, and local leaders.

Local Event: Community Training on Domestic Abuse & Coercive Control

Community Training on Domestic Abuse & Coercive...

Training about domestic violence and coercive control following changes in the 209A law.  Dr. Ellerman, domestic abuse expert...

Community Training on Domestic Abuse & Coercive Control

Newton Community Stage

Join us at the Main Street Dance Center Annual Spring Showcase! Delight in a diverse range of performances featuring ballet, musical theatre, contemporary, jazz, and more. Plus an enchanting excerpt from Swan Lake! Experience the MSDC community as the dancers showcase their passion for dance on stage!

Local Event: 4th Annual Spring Showcase Main Street Dance Center

Waltham

4th Annual Spring Showcase Main Street Dance...

Join us at the Main Street Dance Center Annual Spring Showcase! Delight in a diverse range of performances featuring ballet,...

4th Annual Spring Showcase Main Street Dance Center

Paddle Natick 

🛶 Paddle Natick — Paddle Natick Event June 20th - South Natick Dam &amp; Kayak Rental Information.&nbsp; If you have problems with Links, email teimat@proton.me about the event.
Event: <a href="https://fb.me/e/9ykKCUl1f?mibextid=wwXIfr" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://fb.me/e/9ykKCUl1f?mibextid=wwXIfr</a>
Rental Information for Event Below::
For everyone asking about the kayak rentals for the Paddle Natick event — here are the details!
We have arranged delivery of professional grade Old Town kayaks directly to the launch site. These are the same boats used by paddling centers across New England — stable, comfortable, and perfect for beginners and experienced paddlers alike.
What is available:
Single Kayak — Old Town Loon 120 Perfect for a solo paddler. Exceptionally stable and easy to maneuver. One of the most popular recreational kayaks in New England.
🔗 <a href="https://oldtownwatercraft.johnsonoutdoors.com/us/shop/kayaks/recreation/loon-120" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://oldtownwatercraft.johnsonoutdoors.com/us/shop/kayaks/recreation/loon-120</a>
Tandem Kayak — Old Town Dirigo Tandem Plus Perfect for two people — a great option for couples, friends, or a parent and child. Stable and easy to paddle together.
🔗 <a href="https://paddling.com/gear/old-town-canoe-kayak-dirigo-tandem-plus-kayak" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://paddling.com/gear/old-town-canoe-kayak-dirigo-tandem-plus-kayak</a>
The Cost
Delivery and pickup to the site averages approximately $100 per boat. We are actively seeking sponsors to bring that cost down — and our goal is to make rental boats free or close to free for everyone who wants to paddle.
Every dollar donated to our GiveButter campaign goes directly toward covering rental costs so that nobody is left on shore because of cost. If you want to sponsor a boat visit our fundraising page. <a href="https://givebutter.com/paddle-the-dam-get-natick-on-the-water-before-its-gone-jguiix" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://givebutter.com/paddle-the-dam-get-natick-on-the-water-before-its-gone-jguiix</a>
Spots are Limited
We are limiting rentals to approximately 32 people from a logistics and coordination standpoint. If you want a rental boat reserve your spot now — reply to this post or send a private message with:
• Single or tandem kayak • Number of people in your group • Contact information for confirmation
You do not need experience. These boats are designed for beginners and the South Natick impoundment is calm flatwater — one of the most beautiful and most canoeable stretches of the entire Charles River according to the Charles River Watershed Association’s own 1973 guide. Bring your own boat if you have one — canoes, kayaks, paddleboards all welcome. The more boats on the water the better.
Not a paddler? We need volunteers on shore too — reply and let us know if you would like to help. See you on the water. 🌊

Local Event: Paddle Natick - Paddle the Charles River Before the Dam Comes Down!

Paddle Natick - Paddle the Charles River Before...

🛶 Paddle Natick —  Paddle Natick Event June 20th - South Natick Dam & Kayak Rental Information.  If you have problems with...

Paddle Natick - Paddle the Charles River Before the Dam Comes Down!

Natick Common

Join Charles River Rotary Club as we celebrate our 13th Annual Scoopapalooza All You Can Eat Ice Cream Fundraiser on Natick Common Saturday June 27 from 11:30 am to 3pm, rain or shine. Tickets are $8. Enjoy many ice cream flavors provided by our major sponsor Hood Ice Cream. Scoopapalooza raises significant funds for Charles River Rotary’s programs including youth scholarships and many nonprofits. &nbsp;We expect to draw over 2,000 people for frozen treats, community connecting, music and fun for the whole family. &nbsp;Volunteers and sponsors are still needed, please visit crrclub.org.

Local Event: Charles River Rotary Scoopapalooza 2026 Ice Cream Fundraiser June 27

Charles River Rotary Scoopapalooza 2026 Ice...

Join Charles River Rotary Club as we celebrate our 13th Annual Scoopapalooza All You Can Eat Ice Cream Fundraiser on Natick...

Charles River Rotary Scoopapalooza 2026 Ice Cream Fundraiser June 27

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