Photo: Snowman thanks first responders

Jul 2026 1

Arts Residency: Jean Bertschmann

Quilting’s focus on community and expression has kept Jean Bertschmann involved with the art form for 40 years. “[Quilts] are often a community vehicle,” she said. “They’ve been used to raise awareness, to raise money [and] to protest.” A Marathon Quilters Guild...

Jun 2026 30

Senior Snippets, July 1 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....

Jun 2026 30

Professional Insights: Is underpricing your home a good strategy in today’s market?

Real estate agents have a fiduciary responsibility to act in their clients' best interests and help sellers achieve the highest possible value for their homes. Given that responsibility, why might an agent recommend listing a property below its perceived market...

Jun 2026 29

Library Corner, July 1 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. ALL AGES...

Jun 2026 25

Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Big Bertha

Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 5-year-old Big Bertha. Here is Baypath's description of Big Bertha: “Meet Big Bertha (or Bertha for short)! “Bertha has...

Jun 2026 22

Photos: Run for Rafa 5K at HHS

The Run for Rafa 5K was held at Hopkinton High School on Saturday. The event included a post-race celebration, community partner booths and a raffle. Organizers put the race together as a fundraiser for HHS student Raphaela Cristeli, who is recovering from...