Join us at the West Branch for a cozy evening viewing of a film about a fantastic furry creature stuck between responsibility and adventure while rallying against evil farmers. This film is rated PG and popcorn will be provided. This event will be held Tuesday, Sept. 30 from 6-8 p.m. in the West Branch Community Room. This program is free and open to the public and is … [Read more...] about West Branch hosts free family movie night
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Library hosts felting workshop with Pop Up Art School
In this fun and beginner-friendly class, you’ll learn how to needle felt the expressive face of an owl using soft wool roving and a barbed felting needle. Step-by-step instructions will guide you as you sculpt tufts of wool into feathery textures and create a wise owl’s face with large, glowing yellow eyes. Learn the joy of needle felting with Pop up Art School in a friendly … [Read more...] about Library hosts felting workshop with Pop Up Art School
Peabody hosts Preservation in a Changing Climate conference
The City of Salem and the Preservation in a Changing Climate Committee are excited to announce the fifth annual conference focusing on addressing climate impacts to the region’s historic resources. The one-day conference will be held in person Wednesday, Sept. 17 at the Peabody Essex Museum (PEM) Morse Auditorium. Building on past Preservation in a Changing Climate … [Read more...] about Peabody hosts Preservation in a Changing Climate conference
Healey demands Republic resolves strike
Monday, Gov. Maura Healey wrote to Jon Vander Ark, President & Chief Executive Officer at Republic Services, the waste disposal company that has halted trash and recycling pickup in several Massachusetts towns and cities for seven weeks now, to demand the company return to the bargaining table and negotiate in good faith to end the strike. The letter reads as … [Read more...] about Healey demands Republic resolves strike
State approves road and bridge funding
The Massachusetts legislature passed a bill July 31 to distribute $1.2 billion among cities and towns to maintain and repair roads and bridges across the state. The funding, derived from bonding, will expand the Chapter 90 program and help address transportation-related improvements, road and bridge repairs and the impacts of climate change on local infrastructure. The … [Read more...] about State approves road and bridge funding