Wilmot Gets into the Holiday Spirit with Light Up Wilmot!

November 29 through January 5

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WILMOT — For some added sparkle through the holidays, the Wilmot Community Association (WCA) is encouraging everyone in town to participate in Light Up Wilmot! from November 29 through January 5. It is easy to participate. String up some lights and ask your neighbors to do the same. We are hoping to have people throughout […]

Franklin Opera House Presents Holly Jolly Holiday with Ida

Saturday, December 14, at 7:30 PM

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Franklin Opera House Presents Holly Jolly Holiday with Ida

Prepare to laugh when you join Ida LeClair for Christmas in Mahoosuc Mills. Ida’s holiday spirit is so bright, it could light up an entire inflatable penguin village. Actress Susan Poulin brings her warm and funny character to life at the Franklin Public Library in Franklin, on Saturday, December 14, at 7:30 PM.   “She just […]

Franklin Opera House Hosts Festival of Trees December 6–8

Franklin High presents A Christmas Carol, the musical

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Franklin Opera House Hosts Festival of Trees December 6–8

Happy Holidays! It’s time for the annual Festival of Trees in Franklin, on December 6, 7, and 8. As Franklin Opera House awaits renovations to its home in Soldiers Memorial Hall, this year’s Festival will be right next door at the Franklin Public Library, 310 Central Street. Join your friends on December 6, from 4 to […]

Salisbury Historical Society Holds Two Christmas Fairs

Saturdays, December 7 and 14, 9 AM–2 PM

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SALISBURY — Don’t miss the Salisbury Historical Society’s Fourth Annual Christmas Fairs on December 7 and 14, from 9 AM to 2 PM each Saturday, in the Hearse House Museum between Town Hall and the Baptist Meetinghouse on Route 4. You will find a super selection of ornaments, tree trimmings, lawn decorations, and more, all […]

News and Holiday Service Changes

Christmas Eve service at 4:30 PM, December 24

By Linda Wickstrom

ANDOVER — It’s hard to believe Thanksgiving is less than two weeks away and will be in the past when you get to read this! November has zipped by. The days are shortening as the earth, sun, and moon travel about their appointed rounds. Soon, and just four days after the Winter Solstice (the shortest […]

Wilmot Historical Society Awards Boston Post Cane

Claire L. Brown Moseley, 91, earns honor

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Wilmot Historical Society Awards Boston Post Cane

WILMOT — Claire L. Brown Moseley, longtime resident of Wilmot, was awarded Wilmot’s Boston Post Cane at the Wilmot Historical Society’s annual meeting on November 10. The tradition of this cane being given to the oldest citizen in town began in 1909 when Edwin Grozier, publisher of the Boston Post newspaper, presented a personalized gold-headed […]

Santa Pays a Visit to Wilmot

Sunday, December 8, 11 AM–1 PM

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WILMOT — The Jolly Old Elf will return to Wilmot, from 11 AM to 1 PM, on Sunday, December 8, at the Wilmot Community Association’s (WCA) Red Barn, 64 Village Road. Children will have a chance to share their wish lists with Santa, make a seasonal craft, and enjoy refreshments at this free event. For […]

The Red Barn Offers Free Classes for All

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WILMOT — Looking for local fun and free activities? Join one of the many free classes at the Red Barn, 64 Village Road, Wilmot. Join us the first Monday of each month, 12 to 1 PM, for our “Eat and Greet” lunchtime get-togethers. Each month, bring your bag lunch and get together with friends and […]

Wilmot Holds Annual Holiday Craft Fair

Saturday, December 7, 9 AM–1 PM

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WILMOT — If you’re looking for a handmade item to give as a Christmas gift, the Wilmot Community Association’s (WCA) Holiday Craft Fair is the perfect place to start. Admission is free. Featuring more than 40 local artists, this annual event will be held from 9 AM to 2 PM,  Saturday, December  7, at the […]