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Berlin Public Library: is open to the public. Summer reading is Read Beyond the Beaten Path and combines camp, adventure and skill development. Contact the library for information. Traveling backpack week at the beginning of August: Each orange backpack has two compasses, a flashlight, bookmarks to color, a notebook and pencil, postcards and a letter to young campers; stay tuned for more details. Story Time at the library, 10:30 a.m., Mondays, Aug. 8, 15, 22 and 29, either outside or in the children's room. A four-hour American Red Cross Babysitter Certification Class will be Thursday, Aug. 11, 3-7 p.m., in Barnes Hall at the 1870 Town Hall, 12 Woodward Ave. Cost is $68 per student, to be paid at registration, cash or check made payable to "Safety Savvy"  The recommended age is 11-15 and includes topics such as care of infants and children, what to do in case of emergencies, choosing age appropriate activities, basic first aid and hands-only CPR. Tournament of Books Character Showdown 2022, read the books and vote in person for your favorite characters, or via email to Ms. Sara.  Contact Berlin Public Library, (978) 838-2812 or email sfoster@cwmars.org.

Berlin’s Family Food Pantry: is open, by appointment, on Tuesdays and Saturdays, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Call (774) 245-8320 for information or to make an appointment. The Berlin Family Food Pantry serves residents of Berlin, as well as non-residents who are employed by the Town of Berlin, or students/families in the Berlin school system. Go to www.berlinfamilyfoodpantry.org for information on what is provided or to learn ways to donate and help the mission. 

Bolton Access TV: Aug. 7-14: On Channel 8 at 8 p.m. Cathy Neptune has a summer shrimp, slaw, and strawberry recipe. Then at 10 p.m., tune in for Harmonies. This week Denise interviews singer/songwriter Kirosha of Kirosha Voice and Music. Find the whole schedule online at BoltonAccess.TV.

Democratic Town Committee: will meet virtually via Zoom on Monday, Aug. 15 at 7 p.m. The only item on the agenda will be the selection of officers, as the current chairman has announced his intention to resign. Members should check their email or the DTC Facebook page for more information.

Early Voting: for the Sept. 6 primary in the town clerk's office in Town Hall, 663 Main St.: Saturday, Aug. 27, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; Monday, Aug. 29, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. and 5-7 p.m.; Tuesday, Aug. 30, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. and 5-7 p.m.; Wednesday, Aug. 31, 9:30-2:30 p.m. and 5-7 p.m.; and Thursday, Sept. 1, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. and 5-7 p.m. You can also vote by mail by submitting an application by Monday, Aug. 29, 5 p.m. Applications can be found on the town clerk’s page of the town’s website www.townofbolton.com. For information, call (978) 779-2771 or vote@townofbolton.com. On election day, voting is in the Nashoba auditorium, 12 Green Road, 7 a.m.-8 p.m.

Care Closet: at Nashoba Regional High School is stocked and products are available to students over the summer. Students can contact Tracy Landry, school librarian, tlandry@nrsd.net, or Emily Chaves, library assistant, at echaves@nrsd.net with a list of requested items. Care bags will be put together for pick up at the high school office. Donations accepted of gently used clothing, cold weather gear, personal care products and school supplies.  There is a bin located in the foyer at NRHS, 12 Green Road.  

DCR Summer Program:  Fishtory - The History of Fishing at the Reservoir, Thursday, Aug. 25, 6 to 7:30 p.m., at Boylston Library; registration required directly with the library or get a link to join online, www.boylstonlibrary.org, or (508) 869-2371; Watershed Rangers present the history of fishing from the 1890s to today from historical state records and showcase the species of fish in the reservoir from surveys; presentation is followed by a question and answer session. Dogs and domestic animals are prohibited on watershed lands. For information, contact program coordinator, Kathryn.Parent@mass.gov.

New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill: Uprooted Land Art, by W. Gary Smith, runs through Nov. 1. The Ramble is open  with a new children's garden. Summer evenings in August every Thursday, with small bites, craft beers and wine, hikes and sunsets over the reservoir. Visit www.nebg.org for information and registration.

Summer Star Wildlife Sanctuary: trails open Saturdays through Tuesdays, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Music in the Woods, featuring the Jasper String Quartet, Thursday, Aug. 18, 4 p.m., in the Tree Room of The Trailhead House. Seats limited, email info@summerstarwildlife.org to make a reservation. The exhibit, "The Sanctuary of Nature," by the Rockport Art Association and Museum," is on view through Sept. 11 at the Linden Street Gallery, 690 Linden St. The exhibit showcases the landscapes and seascapes of Cape Ann in every season. For information, call (508) 869-3434 or info@SummerStarWildlife.org.

Back to School Backpacks: Registration open for new clients 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and Monday and Thursdays  from 4:30-6 p.m. Parents/guardians need to bring ID and proof of enrollment from the school. Last day for new clients to register is Friday, Aug. 12. Backpacks with school supplies will be distributed on Monday, Aug. 22,  from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and 4 to 6 p.m. Questions can be directed to the WHEAT office at (508) 370-4943.

Programs at Bigelow Library: Presidential History Programs via Zoom, in collaboration with other libraries on the following Tuesdays at 2 p.m.: Aug. 9, "FDR's Four Freedoms"; Aug. 23, "The Energy Crisis of the 1970s," Jimmy Carter's presidency; and Aug. 30, "Life and Times of President Ronald Reagan." Armchair Travel program via Zoom, from 2-3 p.m.:  Aug. 16, a virtual trip to Norway with the Traveling Librarian. For information, contact the Bigelow Free Public Library, 54 Walnut St., (978) 365-4061, mfournier@cwmars.org. You can also reach the Bigelow Library by visiting 54 Walnut St. Hours are Tuesday and Friday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Wednesday and Thursday 9 a.m.-8 p.m. and Saturday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. The full calendar is available at  www.bigelowlibrary.org/calendar.

Block Dances: hosted by Clinton Police Relief Association Block Dances on Union Street next to the Police Station from 6 to 10 p.m. Future block dances are Thursdays, Aug. 11, 18 and 25.

Our Lady of Knock Mass: celebrated Sunday, Aug. 14, 10:30 a.m., at St. John's Church, 80 Union St.

Museum of Russian Icons:  August Adventures with Highland Street Foundation sponsoring free activities and admission; the Museum of Russian Icons is featured on Friday, Aug. 19, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. "Tea is for Tradition" exhibit, through Oct. 2, featuring an array of objects associated with tea drinking and the infusion of tea culture in Russian Art, craft and literature, including samovars, wooden dolls. "Images of Atheism: The Soviet Assault on Religion," through Oct. 2. Admission is free Friday, Aug. 19, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., thanks to the Highland Street Foundation and August Adventures; at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., the family-friendly program, "Young Curators: Discovering Fairy Tales Through Artifacts," will be offered for children 6 and older to explore Slavic fairy tails and receive their own pair of white museum gloves to learn how museum professionals handle cultural artifacts. The museum is collecting new school supplies or backpacks for WHEAT's Tools for School program for children in kindergarten through grade 12, with everything from crayons to calculators. Bring the supplies to the museum before Aug. 20. Iconographer Christopher Gosey will spend Saturday, Aug. 20, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., varnishing his icon of St. Tekle Haymanot; at 1 p.m., he will give an informal lecture on his work as an iconographer. Hours, Thursday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., no reservations needed. Masks required regardless of vaccination status.

Item Appeal Representatives: will meet with clients the first and third Wednesdays, 6-7 p.m., in the basement of St. John's Church. The next sessions are Aug. 17 and Sept. 7 and 21. Subject to change due to volunteer availability. Masks required. Money is not given out at the time; this is to fill out the forms to start the process. Funds are still very limited, but representatives will try their best to help those in need.

Summer Sidewalk Fest: hosted by Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce on High Street, Saturday, Aug. 20, noon-4 p.m. Theme is the '70s, an honor of Sunrise Boutique opening 50 years ago. Businesses not on High Street can purchase a 12-by-12-food space, $25 for Chamber members, $40 for non members; opportunities for sponsorships and advertising events at your non-High Street location. Sign up online at business.worcesterchamber.org/events/details/clinton-area-chamber-sidewalk-festival-13968.

Girl Scout Troop 65337: welcoming girls entering grades K and 1 in the fall. The troop will meet in Clinton with the day and time to be determined. Girl membership registration fee is $55 for the year. Financial assistance is available. Previous Girl Scout experience is not necessary. You can register for a spot in the troop at https://bit.ly/troop65337. For information, email info@gscwm.org or call (508) 365-0115.

Library Passes: The Bigelow Free Public Library offers discount tickets to attractions throughout Massachusetts, some of which are printable from home: American Heritage Museum in Hudson; Animal Adventures in Bolton; Discovery Museum in Acton; Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, Museum of Science, the Museum of Fine Arts, New England Aquarium and the USS Constitution Museum, all in Boston; Mass Audubon, with various locations around the state, notably Drumlin Farm in Lincoln; EcoTarium in Worcester; Old Sturbridge Village in Sturbridge; Tower Hill Botanic Garden in Boylston; Museum of Russian Icons in Clinton; Trustees of Reservation with sites around Massachusetts, including Fruitlands in Harvard and the deCordova Sculpture Museum in Lincoln. Discount passes can be reserved online through the library’s website, www.bigelowlibrary.org, or by calling (978) 365-4160.

Clinton Senior Center: See Clintonma.gov for details. To register for programs, call Shannon at (978) 733-4747, ext. 303.  Outreach, every day, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., at the center. Line dancing, Mondays, 9:30 a.m. , Parks and Recreation building. Caregivers Connect, third Monday, 9:30 a.m.  Art class, Mondays, 1-3 p.m. Cards, Tuesdays, 12:30-3:30 p.m. Home Cooked Meals, every Wednesday, registration $5 the Monday before lunch. Monthly Birthday Celebrations, first Wednesday of the month, 11 a.m. Bereavement Support, last Wednesday of the month, 1 p.m., call to reserve a spot. Cake Decorating the fourth Wednesday of the month, 1 p.m., $5 advance registration. Yarn It all Knitting, Wednesdays, 9-11 a.m. at the center, call for space. Cribbage, Thursdays, 9 a.m. Wellness Checks, Thursdays, 10-11 a.m. Bingo, Thursdays, 1-3 p.m., Turner Hall. Coffee Chat, Fridays, 9-11 a.m., in the main dining room of the center. Bandstand Revisited, music with Paul Daley from the '50s-'80s, first Friday a month, 9 a.m. Mahjong, Fridays, 1-3:30 p.m. Senior vans through the Worcester Regional Transit Authority are running on a normal schedule. Fuel Assistance Program for seniors: through New England Farm Worker's Council, based on household income. For information, call (978) 342-4520 or the senior center.

TOPS: Take Off Pounds Sensibly in person meetings at The Clinton Senior Center, 271 Church St., Wednesdays, 9:45 a.m. weigh-in, 10 a.m. meeting time.  TOPS is a non-profit, non-commercial weight-loss support group. First meeting is free. For information, contact Ann, (978) 368-1620, or www.tops.org.

Clinton Senior Center Fitness Programs: at the senior center unless noted. See Clintonma.gov for details. To register for programs or Zoom link, call (978) 733-4747. SilverSneakers BOOM Mind Mondays, 9-10 a.m. Zumba on Tuesdays, 12:30-1:30 p.m., Parks and Recreation. Chair Yoga, Tuesdays, 12:30 p.m. Taking Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS), Wednesdays, 9:45-11 a.m. Tai Chi, Wednesdays, 1 p.m., Parks and Recreation. Meditation with Jeff Cote, Wednesdays, 2:15 p.m. Strength-Balance, Thursdays, 8:30 a.m. Chair Yoga, Fridays, 12:30-1:30 p.m.

Clinton High School Food Pantry: open for students and families needing assistance. There is new clothing, personal care items and food to students in need. There are grab-and-go, easy to prepare meals, toiletries and a small selection of diapers. Students should email their counselors to gain access and they will be able to choose what they need, when they need it. Contact  Marissa Garrity, garritym@clinton.k12.ma.us or Libbie Sweatland, sweatlandl@clinton.k12.ma.us.

WHEAT updates: Office hours are Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., and Mondays and Thursdays, 4:30-6 p.m. WHEAT’s Community Café Free Lunch Program is available for pick-up Monday-Friday, 12:30-1:30 p.m. All welcome. WHEAT’s Community Café Free Dinner Program is available for pick-up Monday-Friday, 4:30-6 p.m. All welcome. WHEAT’s Food Pantry Program is available Monday-Thursdays, 4:30-6:30 p.m. and Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Looking to volunteer? Check out all the opportunities, www.uwotc.org/wheat. WHEAT’s program information can be found on www.uwotc.org/wheat or on Facebook at @WHEATCC.

Lancaster Recycling Center: will be open Saturday, Aug. 6, and Sunday, Aug. 7, and Saturday, Aug 20, and Sunday, Aug. 21, 10 a.m. to noon, weather permitting. 

Bolton Fair: Friday, Aug. 12-Sunday, Aug. 14, at the Lancaster Fairgrounds, Route 117. Check the schedule online at www.boltonfair.com.

Summer Reading Challenges: from Thayer Memorial Library, visit  thayermemoriallibrary.org/programs/youth-pgms for information and registration for all programs: Summer Reading Challenge continues through Aug. 10, using Beanstack; register to complete age-based challenges, browse reading lists, log minutes, write reviews and earn badges; weekly raffles for those eligible. There is also a paper BINGO sheet and reading tracker you can pick up at the library.

Summer programs week 8: at the Thayer Memorial library:  Saturday, Aug. 6, 12:30 p.m., "Ozzie Sweet, defining a New Era of Photography," with Clinton resident Larry Canale Jr., for adults. Aug. 8-10, theme talent show: Wicked Good Henna, for teens and adults with Mandy Roberge in the YA stacks, first come, first served, best for ages 13 and older; End of Summer Reading Talent Show for all ages, Wednesday, Aug. 10, 6 p.m.: Three groups (children, teens and adults) with prizes to the top choices, registration required and talents must be approved, space limited, email Maren Caulfield, mcaulfield@lancasterma.net or call (978) 368-8928, ext. 5, to reserve.

Little Free Pantry Summer Guidelines: accepting diapers, baby wipes, toiletries and feminine hygiene products. Also accepting dry foods like boxed cereal, summer snacks for children, fish crackers and chips.  USDA recommendations: Canned foods and other shelf-stable foods (condiments) cannot be stored in places exposed to high or low temperature extremes. The pantry gets hot in the summer and cannot keep donated perishables or canned foods in the pantry or donate them to the WHEAT food pantry.  The pantry is located at the First Church, 725 Main St., open 24/7 and stocked by the community for the community.

Library Summer Reading Programs: Sterlinglibrary.org, (978) 422-6409: Registration is required and limited unless specified; call (978) 422-6409, Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. to register. Families invited to join the 100 Books of Summer Reading Challenge. Stop by the Children's room to pick up a list of 100 favorite children's books and start checking them out; read all 100, or mix and match with some of your favorites, and turn in your completed list by Aug. 11 to earn a prize; call for information. Summer Reading StoryWalk About Town in the center of town, beginning and ending at the library; peek in windows, or in gardens, of buildings along the route to discover pages, while exploring businesses and organization. LEGO Family Challenge: LEGO That Book, through Aug. 11; create a LEGO masterpiece to celebrate a book you enjoyed during summer reading; you can work at home and submit photos of the book and creation; photos of creations made at home may be brought to the library or emailed to aiannucci@cwmars.org. 

Nature Almanac Club: Saturday, Aug. 13, noon-1 p.m. Meet at Stillwater Farm, 232 Redemption Rock Trail, Sterling. Observe seasonal changes, become a citizen scientist and experience a deeper connection with nature. Meets monthly. Join one month or all.  August topic is the sounds of summer; listen to sounds that often go unnoticed. Dogs and domestic animals are prohibited on watershed lands. For information, contact the program coordinator, Kathryn.Parent@mass.gov.

Library Children's Programs: Sterlinglibrary.org, (978) 422-6409: Registration is required and limited unless specified; call (978) 422-6409, Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. to register. Masterpiece Monday,  Aug. 8, 2-4 p.m., for all ages, art supplies and workspace available in the Baker Room, inspiration will be rock painting.  Drop-in LEGO, Wednesday, Aug. 10, 1-4 p.m., work on the family LEGO Challenge, or build your own, all ages, no registration. Family Paint Night, Wednesday, Aug. 10, 6 p.m., create a summer scene on canvas, for ages 5 and older, under 10 must have a supervising caregiver, who is encouraged to paint along; registration required. Ready for School storytime, Monday, Aug. 15, 10:30 a.m., for children starting kindergarten and their caregivers, stories, songs and crafts in the Baker Room, registration required. Kids in the Kitchen: Summer Snacks, Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2:30 p.m., create snacks including an edible camping scene and a cake in a cup, for ages 9 and older, registration required. Drop-in Clay Day, Wednesday, Aug. 24, 1-3 p.m., drop in for all ages, no registration, while supplies last. Storytime registration opens Monday, Aug. 29, 10 a.m., for a six-week session beginning the week of Sept. 12: Choose Mondays, 10:30 a.m. (2-6 years old with caregiver) or Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. (18 months-4 years old with caregiver); siblings welcome, registration required, ends the week of Oct. 17. Babytime for babies up to 18 months and their caregivers, with simple stories, songs, fingerplays and sensory activities, five week session begins Thursday, Sept. 22, 10:30-11 a.m. in the Baker Room, registration required, opens Monday, Sept. 12, 10 a.m.; program ends Oct. 20. StoryWalk, featuring "The Leaf Thief," by Alice Hemming, on display beginning Tuesday, Sept. 13, on the lawn next to the library. LEGO Club drop-in for children of all ages, Wednesday, Sept. 14, 4:30 p.m., no registration. Write Night for young writers, ages 8 to 16, Wednesday, Sept. 14, 6:30 p.m., to practice their craft with like-minded peers; registration required. Science Time, for grades 2 through 4, Wednesday, Sept. 21, 4:30 p.m.; registration required.  

Library Teen's Programs: Sterlinglibrary.org, (978) 422-6409: Write Night for young writers, ages 8 to 16, Wednesday, Sept. 14, 6:30 p.m., to practice their craft with like-minded peers; registration required. Teen Taste Test; Name Brands Vs. Store Brand Edition, Monday, Sept. 26, 6:30 p.m., for ages 12 and up; registration required. 

Library Adult Programs: Sterlinglibrary.org, (978) 422-6409: Registration is required and limited unless specified; call (978) 422-6409, Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. to register. Adult Summer Reading for ages 18 and older ends Aug. 31; receive a raffle ticket each day you visit and check out an adult book or audio book; local businesses offer prizes. Masterpiece Monday, Aug. 8, 2-4 p.m., for all ages, art supplies and workspace available in the Baker Room, inspiration will be rock painting. Books-to-Movies Discussion Group, Thursday, Aug. 18, 6:30 p.m., to explore Agatha Christie's murder mystery novel, "Murder on the Orient Express," as well as the 2017 movie adaptation; both available at the front desk, no registration required. Cookbook Club, Wednesday, Aug. 31, 6:30 p.m., bring in a favorite recipe, or one you have always wanted to try, registration required. Parents' Night Out Book Club, Wednesday, Aug. 31, 6:30 p.m., to discuss "The Lager Queen of Minnesota," by J. Ryan Stradal; weather permitting, it will be on the library lawn; no registration required. Autumn Mason Jar Carft, Thursday, Sept. 1, 1 and 6:30 p.m., all supplies provided, registration required. Virtual program, "Climate Change: What It Means for New England," Thursday, Sept. 8, 7 p.m., on Zoom, with Quentin Prideaux, board member of Sustainable Wellesley, presenting the basic science of climate change and its effect on New England; registration required. Candy masterpieces, using candy and frosting, on Tuesday, Sept. 13, 1 p.m.; registration required. Yoga for adults, with instructor Sharyn Hocurscak, Tuesdays, 7 p.m., at the 1835 Town Hall, beginning Sept. 13 and running through Oct. 18; registration required, beginning Aug. 29, 10 a.m.; sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Virtual Latina Heritage author panel, with Isabel Cañas, Romina Garber, Priscilla Oliveras and Caridad Piñeiro, Tuesday, Sept. 13, 7 p.m. on Zoom; registration required.  Adult Coloring, Thursday, Sept. 15, 2 p.m. in the Baker Room; supplies provided, no registration. Classics Book Club, Thursday, Sept. 15, 6:30 p.m., to discuss "Slaughterhouse-Five," by Kurt Vonnegut; no registration required. Author Marjorie Burke, of Clinton, will introduce her new book, "The Wednesday Ladies," Monday, Sept. 19, 6:30 p.m.; the book is based on Burke's real-life experiences, with her book centered on a group of women who met through a Silver Sneakers class in Clinton and goes through the group's adventures in Zoom cocktail hours and socially-distanced park meet-ups during the pandemic; registration required. Parents' Night Out Books Club, Wednesday< Sept. 28, 6:30 p.m., to discuss "The Push," by Ashley Audrain, no registration required. Cookbook Club, Wednesday, Sept. 28, 6:30 p.m. to share recipes from "Once Upon A Chef: Weeknight/Weekend," by Jennifer Segal; registration requ

Senior Center Events: Call (978) 422-3032 for information and any Zoom links.Cool down in the air conditioned center Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. and Friday, 8 a.m.-2 p.m.; call (978) 422-3032 if you are a Sterling resident and need a ride. Growing Places Pop-up Market, Tuesday, Aug. 9, noon-1:30 p.m. Parkinson's Support, Wednesday, Aug. 10 and 24, 3:30 p.m. (Zoom available). Dull Men's Club, Thursday, Aug. 11, 9:30 a.m., to discuss ideas for topics and speakers for future meeting. Foot clinic, with Andrea, Thursday, Aug. 11 and 25, by appointment, $45. Sterling Senior Center Classic Car Show, Thursday evening, Aug. 11 (rain date, Aug. 18), at the senior center; register your car through Rob or Pam, (978) 422-3032; snacks, hot dogs and drinks available; parking at the Chocksett and Houghton schools. Book Club, Wednesday, Aug. 17, 12:30 p.m., to discuss "The Shadow of Death," by Jane Willan. Food that Makes Me Feel Good, Wednesday, Aug. 17, 1 p.m., with Alex Welch, who will show how to transform food into powerful medicine; sign up and come for lunch and learning. Music and Pet Therapy, Thursday, Aug. 18, 9:30 a.m. sponsored by Trinity Hospice; sign up requested. Uke Can Do this, Thursday, Aug. 18, 12:30-1:30 p.m., try the ukulele and get questions answered; free classes begin Sept. 8. All ages pickleball week, come alone or in a group, bring children and grandchildren, Monday, Aug. 22, and Wednesday, Aug. 24, 4-7 p.m., and Tuesday, Aug. 23 and Thursday, Aug. 25, 9-11 a.m. at the West Sterling courts; youth players must sign up through the Recreation Department. Caregiver Support, Thursday, Aug. 25, 3-4:30 p.m. Pancake breakfast, Friday, Aug. 26, 7:30-9 a.m., with celebrity servers Sen. Anne Gobi and Rep. Meg Kilcoyne, $4 suggested donation. Congregate lunch daily, 11:30 a.m., reservations required, $3 suggested donation. Tai Chi Mondays, 8:30 a.m., reservations required. Beginner Tai Chi, Mondays, 9:45 a.m. Bingo, Mondays, 1 p.m., $1 a card. Evening Meditation, Mondays, 6 p.m., through Aug. 22, free. Pilates, Tuesdays, 8:15 a.m. Line Dancing, Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m. Game Day, Tuesdays, 12:30 p.m. Chair Yoga, Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. Rummikub, Wednesdays, 12:30 p.m.  Van shopping trips, Wednesdays, 1 p.m.; reservations required. Wii bowling, Wednesdays, 1 p.m. Pickleball, Mondays and Wednesdays, outdoors at the West Sterling Courts, 4-7 p.m., $3. Acrylic Painting, Thursdays, 1 p.m., $5 (call ahead to confirm). Mahjong, Thursdays, 2 p.m. Veterans Services, Fridays, 8 a.m.-noon. Sterling Strummers Ukelele Group, entry level classes, Thursdays, 1-1:45 p.m. (lender ukeleles available); Ukelele Club, Thursdays, 2-3 p.m.; Open Strumming, Mondays, 3-4 p.m. Knit and Crochet, Fridays, 9:30 a.m. Going Steady, Fridays, 10 a.m. Most events require reservations.

First Saturday Community Lunch: First Church Sterling lunch, Aug. 6, at noon, serving salad, beans and franks with brown bread and dessert. Vegetarian is available upon request. No cost, no reservations; 6 Meetinghouse Hill Road.

Cultural Council: announces grant application process begins Sept. 1. Deadline to apply is Oct. 15. Money can pay for local music concerts in the park during summer months, field trips for school children, artists in residence, community events and more. Groups or individuals may also come up with ideas and apply. Must be open to the public and in the areas of art, humanities, science, music, social studies and literary.  Vusut www.mass-culture.org for information.  Look under Local Cultural Councils.  Applicants can be from any town. If you have questions about the grant proposal process, contact Judy Doherty at Doherty_bwp@yahoo.com. The Sterling Cultural Council wants to expand its membership. Contact Rosanne Mapp, council chairperson, for information, ccofsterling@comcast.net.

American Legion Meeting: of Hiram O. Taylor Post 189, Monday, Aug. 29, 7:30 p.m. at the post hall, 32 School St. Hot dogs and beans served at 7 p.m.  E-Board, 6:30 p.m.  There will be a Sterling Association drawing. All veterans welcome.

Sterling Street Market: Saturdays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. on the Sterling Town Common, Route 12. Each week, there is a large number of new and returning vendors offering diverse goods. There is plenty of free parking. There is no fee for vendors; you need to provide your own table, chair and tent, if you want one, with weights on each of the legs. Register to be a vendor at artonpark@aol.com.

Sterling Farmers Market: Fridays, 3-6:30 p.m., 1 Park St., Butterick Building. Farmers interested in signing up should email Pineofamilyfarm@aol.com.

Summer Art and Creativity for Kids: run by Sterling Recreation: Crafty Kids, for those entering grades 1-4, Monday-Thursday, Aug. 14-18, 12:30-3 p.m., 1835 Old Town Hall, $150. For registration, visit www.sterling-ma.gov/recreation-department or call (978) 422-3041.

Girl Scout Troop 65313: welcoming girls entering grade 2 in the fall. The troop will meet in Sterling every other week on Sundays from 4-4:30 p.m.. Girl membership registration fee is $55 for the year. Financial assistance is available. Previous Girl Scout experience is not necessary. You can register for a spot in the troop at https://bit.ly/troop65313. For information, email info@gscwm.org or call (508) 365-0115 or (413) 584-2602..

DCR Summer Programs: Summer Stroll, Saturdays, Aug. 6 and 13, 9-11 a.m.; meet at Gate 22, parking at 167 Temple St.; all ages welcome on easy walk; water, sunscreen, hat, insect repellent, long pants and sleeves recommended. Dogs and domestic animals are prohibited on watershed lands. For information, contact the program coordinator, Kathryn.Parent@mass.gov.

Beaman Library Programs: email beaman@cwmars.org at least 24 hours prior to register for programs unless otherwise noted. Summer Reading program for adults, Read Beyond the Beaten Path for adults, runs through August. If you read at least 100 minutes of content during summer months, you will be eligible for prize drawings. Mindful Meditation with Carol McGuiggan, Wednesday, Aug. 10, 17, 24 and 31, 6:30 p.m., bring a yoga mat or sitting cushion; registration needed. Homemade Bug Repellant, Saturday, Aug. 6, 9:30 a.m. Creat your own Dichroic fused glass pendant or magnet, Tuesday, Aug. 16, 6 p.m., which will be kiln-fired by instructor Deenie Pacik before pick up; email to register, for ages 13 and older. Book Discussion Group, Thursday, Aug. 18,  12:30 p.m., to discuss "Normal People,"  by Sally Rooney. Nonfiction Book Discussion Group, Friday, Aug. 26, 1 p.m., to discuss "Why Fish Don't Exist," by Lulu Miller.  

Beaman Library Teen Programs: Email jwright@cwmars.org to register for all teen programs and receive link if needed. Read Beyond the Beaten Path summer reading; for 100 minutes of reading, the readers can earn a Beanstack badge and claim a scratch off ticket for prizes. Post-It Note Art ongoing throughout summer; stop by the teen space and create a piece of art with material provided, then add it to the display. Cosmic Postcard Crafting, Thursday, Aug. 18, 3 p.m. with a selection of intergalactic postcards, paint and brushes to reimagine the background. Crafternoon, Thursday, Aug. 25, 3 p.m., use a variety of materials available. Books and Banter, Wednesday, Aug. 31, 7 p.m., by Zoom to discuss your current reading.

West Boylston Senior Center: For information, costs and to register for a class/activity, call the Center at (508) 835-6916. Tie Dye with Wendy, Wednesday, Aug. 10, 1:30 p.m., bring a shirt (cotton, silk or rayon, no fabric softener) and be prepared to work outside; payment of $3 due upon registration, limited class size. BBQ party, sponsored by Rep. Jim O'Day, Wednesday, Aug. 17, 5:30 p.m., with hamburgers, hot dogs and fixings; music and desserts sponsored by the Friends of the West Boylston Senior Center, featuring Steel Accent, a steel drum band, call to register. Live Laugh, Learn, with Ted Reinstein, of "Chronicle," Thursday, Sept. 8, 7 p.m., sharing stories about the show; coffee and dessert will be served following, call to register, $5 at the door. 

Beaman Library Children's Programs: Email ssmith@cwmars.org to register and for any virtual links, unless notified otherwise. Read Beyond the Beaten Path Summer Reading Program is underway. Check with the staff for information. Zoo Animal Program, Wednesdays, Aug. 10 and 17, 11 a.m., with a live cam in the meeting room, participants will read stories about the featured animal and create a craft.  Take and Make Crafts, Tuesdays, through Aug. 16, grab a kit and make at home, email to reserve a kit. Summer reading Ends, Tuesday, Aug. 16. Family Frozen Ice Social, Thursday, Aug. 18, 6:30 p.m., with family time and live music; prizes for the highest readers in summer reading; email with "Frozen" in subject lien by Aug. 16. Books and Brownies the first Wednesday of the month, 6:30 p.m. for children beginning to read chapter books. Books and Brownies, Older Reader Edition, first Thursday of the month at 6:30 p.m. for children reading more difficult chapter books. Pokemon Club, the third Wednesday of the month, 6:30 p.m.in the library, to swap, trade, play and talk about Pokemon. Story Time every Wednesday, 4 p.m., on the Beaman Library Children's Room Facebook page. Outdoor Story Time and Songs, Thursdays at 11 a.m. during the summer reading program, weather permitting. Friday First Chapters, every Friday at 4 p.m., listen to the first chapters of four library books on the Facebook page.

Book Donations Needed: for Friends of the Beaman Library used book sale. Donations accepted through August: Gently-used fiction books published from 2000-2022; any non-fiction and children’s books, CDs; DVDs. puzzles and games. Call for a quick donation drop-off appointment: (508) 835-3711. The sale, plus raffles, is Saturday, Sept. 10, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., and Sunday, Sept. 11, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Outdoors, weather permitting. Sunday, fill a grocery bag for $10. Proceeds support library programs, events and museum passes. 

Town Wide Yard Sale: Saturday, Sept. 10, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., $10 to sign up. Contact Andy Sontag, asontag@charter.net or (781) 249-3627. More details can be found at the West Boylston Town Wide Yard Sale Facebook page. 

Water District Mandatory Water Use Restrictions: in effect through Sept. 30. Lawn watering is prohibited between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Outside watering is permitted on an odd/even basis. Addresses ending with an odd number may water on odd calendar days. Addresses ending with an even number may water on even calendar days. Violation of the Water Use Restriction may result in penalties. Call the Water District office at (508) 835-3025 or visit www.westboylstonwater.org for information.

Plastic Bag Recycling Program: sponsored by Wachusett Area Rotary Club, the third Saturday of the month. Bring your recyclable plastic bags to the Draught House, 44 West Boylston St., from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The goals is to collect 500 pounds of bags within six months with Trex Recycling Programs. All plastic from grocery bags, dry cleaning, newspaper sleeves, product wrap, stretch films, etc., must be clean, dry and free of food residue. Volunteers needed to help. For information, visit www.wachusettarearotaryclub.org. The group has breakfast meetings every Friday, 7:30 a.m., at The Manor.

Weekly activities at West Boylston Senior Center: For information, costs and to register for a class/activity, call the Center at (508) 835-6916. Quilting Workshop with Linda, Mondays, 10 a.m. (will be suspended in August). Tai Chi with Sifu Gary, Mondays, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Banquet of Fitness, with Marty, Monday, 1 p.m. and Thursday, 1 p.m.  Writer's group, first and third Monday, 1:30 p.m., no charge. Low-impact exercise with Grace, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:45-10:45 a.m. (will be suspended in August). Hatha Yoga with Divya, Tuesday, 9:30 a.m., bring your own mat or use a chair. Zumba Gold, with Rita, Tuesday, 11 -11:45 a.m. Gentle Yoga with Carol, Tuesday, noon and 1:15 p.m. (except first Tuesday of the month), dress comfortably and bring a mat. Pool Lessons with Joe, Tuesday, 1 p.m. Country Line Dancing with Linda, Wednesdays: 9:30 a.m., beginners; 10:30 a.m., beyond beginners. Cell Phone/Tablet help with Michele and Tim, one-on-one, Wednesday, noon-1 p.m., call the center to schedule individual appointments for Android or iPhone (will be suspended in August). Wii Bowling with Arlette, anyone can do it, even in a chair and some fun promised, Friday, 10 a.m.  Mahjong with Judy, Fridays, noon. Pitch with Toni and Dave, Friday, 1 p.m. Ask an Attorney, second Tuesday of the month, 9:30-10:30 a.m. with Nicholas Daviau, call (508) 835-6916 for an appointment. SHINE Counseling, third Tuesday of the month for a one-on-one appointment, 9 a.m. -noon, call (508) 835-6916. Wellness Clinic/Ask the Nurse, last Wednesday of the month, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., drop ins welcome.