The next monthly meeting for the Friends of Hopkinton is Monday, Aug. 11, at 7 p.m. in the basement of Town Hall. Residents of any age are welcome to join. Friends of Hopkinton’s mission is to provide community activities and events that encourage and support spirit, enthusiasm and pride for the town, including Family Fling in March and Family Day in September. For more information, visit friendsofhopkinton.org.