$50K Grant to Study, Restore Pickerel Pond Cedars

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Natick Wins $50K Climate Grant for Atlantic White Cedar Study

The Metropolitan Area Planning Council has awarded the town $50,000 for an Atlantic White Cedar Study and Restoration Plan at Pickerel Pond, developed in partnership with the Nipmuc-led organization No Loose Braids. The Nipmuc community harvests Atlantic White Cedar at the pond, in part to build domed huts called wetus. Natick was one of eight communities to share $300,000 in Accelerating Climate Resilience grants out of some 45 applicants, and an MAPC official called the project unique.

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Guild Hall Learning Opens STEM Hub, Plans Open House Sept. 26

Guild Hall Learning's innovation and robotics center at 19 Willow St. offers hands-on STEM and 3D printing programs, with an open house featuring free drone and combat-robot workshops set for Saturday, Sept. 26, from noon to 4 p.m.

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Natick Cultural Council Meets Thursday to Discuss Arts Grant Philosophy

The Natick Cultural Council meets via Zoom at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 24, to discuss its arts grant philosophy.

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Sassamon Trace Golf Oversight Committee Meets Thursday Morning

The Sassamon Trace Golf Course Oversight Committee meets via Zoom at 9 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 24.

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Natick Wellness & Resource Fair Set for Thursday Afternoon

The Town of Natick hosts a free Wellness & Resource Fair Thursday, Sept. 24, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Natick Community Senior Center, connecting residents with town departments and local support agencies.

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Lucky Diaz Author Talk Streams at Morse Institute Library

The Morse Institute Library hosts a virtual talk with artist and author Lucky Diaz about his bilingual children's book, "Paletero Man," Thursday, Sept. 24, from 7 to 7:30 p.m.

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The Bros. Landreth Play TCAN Mainstage Thursday Night

The Bros. Landreth, with Madeleine Roger, perform at TCAN Mainstage, 14 Summer St., Thursday, Sept. 24, at 8 p.m.

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Native American Flute Circle Meets at Common Street Center

The monthly Native American-style flute circle welcomes players of all levels and listeners Thursday, Sept. 24, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Sanctuary at Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common St.

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New England Sci-Tech Offers Thursday Archery Workshop

An archery workshop for registered participants runs Thursday, Sept. 24, from 4 to 5 p.m. at New England Sci-Tech, 16 Tech Circle.

New England Sci-Tech

After-School Woodworking Workshop Set for New England Sci-Tech

Students in grades 4-9 can join a woodworking workshop Thursday, Sept. 24, from 5 to 6 p.m. at New England Sci-Tech, 16 Tech Circle; registration required.

New England Sci-Tech

Natick High Student Leads Origami Workshop at Sci-Tech

A Natick High student instructor leads an origami workshop Thursday, Sept. 24, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at New England Sci-Tech; registration required.

New England Sci-Tech

Amici Cellars Wine Master Class Scheduled in Natick

The Amici Cellars Premium Master Class runs Thursday, Sept. 24, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in Natick, featuring a winery-led tasting and discussion.

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