The Hopkinton Community Partnership's Dress Up and Drive Thru Halloween event drew a big crowd to Faith Community Church on Saturday night.
Photos: Trunk-or-treat at Faith Community Church
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HCA’s annual gala heads online Nov. 14
While some may think there’s not much to celebrate these days, the Hopkinton Center for the Arts says otherwise. On Nov. 14, the HCA staff wants friends and families to put their dancing shoes on and get ready to “par-tay” with a festive evening of virtual...
HCA/ESL to host ‘Wicked’ fun Halloween events
With familiar Halloween traditions up in the air right now, the Hopkinton Center for the Arts and Enter Stage Left Theater are determined to provide some wicked fun for the community with a couple of events celebrating the All Hallows Eve holiday. Prior to the...
Independent Thoughts: Health director hopeful about safe Halloween
Halloween has a few things going for it in terms of being a pandemic activity. Many trick-or-treaters already are wearing masks, and they’re outside. The primary concern is contact with residents giving out treats. So Hopkinton health director Shaun McAuliffe is...
Business Profile: Studio Ampersand offers holistic approach to academic tutoring
Cierra Henderson, founder of Studio Ampersand in Holliston, is passionate about helping young people reach their greatest potential, both in academics and personal growth. Studio Ampersand offers expert tutors qualified to teach all ages from elementary through high...
Photo contest winner, Oct. 14 edition
The Hopkinton Independent presents “A Slice of Hopkinton” photo contest, sponsored by Bill’s Pizzeria. Readers are encouraged to submit photos of people, places or things in Hopkinton. The Independent staff will select one winner for each issue. The winner will have...
Women’s Club fundraiser features wooden signs
The Hopkinton Women's Club, celebrating 100 years, is selling hand-painted wooden multi-seasonal signs to raise money for its scholarship fund. Orders must be placed by Oct. 19. New holiday signs will go on sale Nov. 1. To order, go to the club's website at...
Library Corner, Oct. 14 edition
For more information on any of the following programs or other activities at the library, visit hopkintonlibrary.org. The library also can be found on Facebook, @hopkintonlibrary, and on Twitter, @HopkintonPLMA. October StoryWalk Throughout October The library’s...
Senior Snippets, Oct. 14 edition
The Hopkinton Senior Center remains closed to the public, but the staff remains available to assist residents. Call (508) 497-9730 if in need of assistance, with questions or just to say hi. For a more extensive listing of programs check...
Sousa marries Kirkwood
Katelyn Sarah Sousa and Connor William Kirkwood were married at Lakefalls Lodge in Stoddard, New Hampshire on Sept. 6. The wedding was officiated by Leonard Layne and followed by a reception at the lodge. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Mark Sousa of...
Police chief takes pride in town’s jail diversion program
This summer’s national protests that demanded changes in policing included a call for more people trained to handle mental health issues, individuals who would be better prepared than police to deal with those suffering from psychological or substance-abuse issues....
Girl Scout project focuses on young voter registration
By Megan Murchie For her Girl Scouts Gold Award project, Hopkinton’s Julianna Lucas sought to encourage her classmates to make their voices be heard. Lucas produced an educational...
Photos: Veterans Breakfast on Town Common
The monthly Veterans Breakfast, which has been on hiatus during the pandemic, returned Friday morning at the Town Common. Master of ceremonies Hank Allessio was recognized for his volunteer work, and state Rep. Carolyn Dykema was among those who spoke.
Independent Thoughts: Residents frustrated with yard sign thefts, vandalism
We might be a society that is driven by social media, but an old-fashioned method of communication has seen a surge in popularity this year. Yard signs are all over town. There are signs celebrating graduates of high school, middle school and even preschool. There are...
Smith receives state Women’s Club honor
Loyal. Enthusiastic. Dedicated. These are just a few words members of the Hopkinton Women’s Club use to describe Marie Smith. And it’s because of her loyalty, enthusiasm and dedication that Smith was recently named the General Federation of Women’s Club of...
Photo contest winner, Sept. 30 edition
The Hopkinton Independent presents “A Slice of Hopkinton” photo contest, sponsored by Bill’s Pizzeria. Readers are encouraged to submit photos of people, places or things in Hopkinton. The Independent staff will select one winner for each issue. The winner will have...
Business Profile: FIX IT! means trusted home repairs
People value the FIX IT! home service repair company because of owner Nestor Lopez, a professional who believes in providing exceptional service, high-quality work and outstanding customer service with every job. “This is not a regular handyman service,” Lopez...
Baypath 5K goes virtual; new facility ‘on hold for now’
This year, they’re taking a walk — or a run — on the milder side. Because of the pandemic conditions, the usual hustle and social interaction of the annual Paws & Claws 5K Run/Walk to benefit Baypath Humane Society of Hopkinton will be replaced with a virtual...
Library Corner, Sept. 30 edition
For more information on any of the following programs or other activities at the library, visit hopkintonlibrary.org. The library also can be found on Facebook, @hopkintonlibrary, and on Twitter, @HopkintonPLMA. Library has reopened The Hopkinton Public Library has...
Photos: Resident celebrates 100th birthday
Rita Doucette, a resident at Fairview Estates in Hopkinton, celebrated her 100th birthday on Friday with a party and a parade of classic cars — led by a police escort — through the center of town.
