Library Corner, Nov. 26 edition

ALL AGES PROGRAMS

Coffee House — Carols and Their Stories
Thursday, Dec. 4, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
HCA Harmony returns for another performance of its “Carols and Their Stories” program. The 12-part vocal ensemble will perform traditional carols and explore the history behind them. This program was made possible through the support of the Hopkinton Public Library Foundation.

Friends of the Library Book Sale
Saturday, Dec. 6, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Sunday, Dec. 7, 12-2 p.m.
The Friends of the Hopkinton Public Library will hold their annual winter book sale.

Holiday Harp in the Library
Saturday, Dec. 6, 1-3 p.m.
The library will celebrate the holiday season by featuring Sam, a talented harpist who will play as patrons check out books, shop the book sale or get warm from the Holiday Stroll.

Winter Crafternoon
Monday, Dec. 8, 3-5 p.m.
The public is invited to celebrate the upcoming solstice season with a crafternoon, featuring stations for cookie decorating along with various winter-themed crafts to make and take. This program is open to ages 9 through adult.

ADULT PROGRAMS

Scheming Wives and High-Stakes Hilarity
Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2-3:30 p.m.
In this virtual event, author Sue Hincenbergs will discuss her debut novel, “The Retirement Plan,” in which murder is the name of the game. When the only thing standing between three best friends and a sunny beachfront retirement condo are their husbands, what ensues is a diabolical plan to collect on their spouses’ life insurance policies.

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Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Benji

Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 4-year-old Benji. Here is Baypath's description of Benji: “Benji is the kind of dog who truly shines when he’s with...

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Business Profile: Financial advisor Mark Freeman focuses on clients’ success

Financial advisor Mark Freeman enjoys getting to know his clients. His aim is to help them clarify their objectives and then, working as partners, create a financial plan that achieves their goals. “I love this career because I love helping people,” said Freeman....

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Arts Residency: Chloe Demirbilek

Eighth grade student Chloe Demirbilek has a strong sense of herself as an artist. “Chloe is a thoughtful and confident young artist with a clear sense of her own creative voice,” said Hopkinton Middle School visual arts teacher Samantha Condon. Demirbilek likes to...

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Senior Snippets, Feb. 25 edition

The Hopkinton Senior Center is open Mondays through Thursdays from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. and Fridays from 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. For a more extensive listing of programs and services, including lunch program menus, as well as a newsletter, check hopkintonseniorcenter.com....

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Library Corner, Feb. 25 edition

For more information on any of the following programs or other activities at the library, visit hopkintonlibrary.org. Visit the library’s website calendar for event registration information. The library also can be found on Facebook, @hopkintonlibrary. SCHEDULE...

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Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Rosie

Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 3-year-old Rosie. Here is Baypath's description of Rosie: “Rosie is a big, lovable bulldog with an even bigger...

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