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Arlington man honors fallen Vietnam War friend at Veterans Park

Arlington resident Rocky Rogers paid tribute at Veterans Memorial Park to his lifelong friend, Specialist Five Robert Charles Tedford, who enlisted in the Army to provide for his family and was killed in Vietnam on March 22, 1969. Rogers, who lives in Arlington center, told photographer Dave Shrewsbury he often offers a small tribute when he passes Tedford's name on the memorial. Rogers said he is eager to see the park's planned renovation.

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Robbins Library book group discusses Kent Haruf novel tonight

Robbins Library's Monday Night Book Group meets July 6 from 7-8 p.m. in the Community Room to discuss Kent Haruf's "Our Souls at Night."

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Arlington Community Center hosts evening hip mobility workshop

The Arlington Community Center holds a Hip Mobility Workshop July 6 to help residents improve flexibility and joint health.

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Fox Walking Club leads walk along Minuteman Bikeway

The Fox Walking Club hosts an outdoor neighborhood walk July 6 through the Arlington Cultural District and along the Minuteman Bikeway.

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Art Academy summer session begins at Arlington Center for the Arts

The Arlington Center for the Arts kicks off its summer program July 6 with Youth Art Academy, Teen Studios, and Ceramics Independent Study.

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Youth and adult softball leagues take over Hurd Field

Arlington Recreation runs youth baseball and softball leagues July 6 from 3 to 7:30 p.m., followed by an adult softball game on the lighted field from 7:45 to 10 p.m.

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Weekly in-person meditation meets at First Parish Arlington

First Parish Unitarian Universalist of Arlington hosts its weekly silent meditation session in the Parlor July 6 at 6 p.m., welcoming beginners and experienced practitioners.

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Extinction Rebellion Boston hosts virtual welcome call

Climate advocacy group Extinction Rebellion Boston holds a Zoom introduction session July 6 at 7:30 p.m. for newcomers interested in local actions and campaign strategies.

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ACA launches 'Witches and Wizards' summer camp week

The Arlington Center for the Arts starts Week 3 of its Vacation Arts Camp July 6, bringing magic-themed crafts, games, and drama to St. Paul's Lutheran Church.

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School Committee schedules special summer retreat

The Arlington School Committee will hold a special retreat Saturday, July 11, from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. in the District Office's Large Conference Room.

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SummerFun program begins at Arlington High School

Arlington Community Education's SummerFun program starts July 6 and runs through August 14 at Arlington High School, serving students in grades 1-12 with full- and half-day classes.

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Youth sports-and-games class opens at Arlington High

ACE's "You've Got Game!" SummerFun class begins July 6 at 9 a.m. at Arlington High School, featuring capture the flag, kickball, and floor hockey.

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