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Town Launches Tax Impact Calculator for Pollard Project

The town's new Property Tax Calculator, online since Sept. 1, lets residents enter a home address and see what the $325.4 million Pollard Middle School project would add to their tax bills over the life of the debt, which runs from 2028 to 2062. For an average single-family home assessed at $1,541,061, the town estimates the debt adds $40,854 over 35 years, an average of $1,167 a year, starting at about $77 in 2028 and reaching $1,218 in 2031. Deputy Town Manager Dave Davison discussed the calculator at the Sept. 9 Finance Committee meeting.

Needham Observer

Council on Aging Board Reviews Programs and Renovations

The Needham Council on Aging Board of Directors meets today, Sept. 10, at 5 p.m. at The Center at the Heights and via Zoom to hear division reports and review facility renovation progress.

Town of Needham

Lecture Explores How Japanese Manga Achieved Global Influence

Ibaraki University professor Noriko Inomata discusses the cultural history and global rise of Japanese manga tonight, Sept. 10, at 7 p.m. at the Needham Free Public Library.

Needham Free Public Library

Needham Library Hosts 'Dance Me a Story' for Young Children

The Needham Free Public Library and Joanne Langione Dance Center host 'Dance Me a Story,' a movement and reading program for children ages 1 to 5, today, Sept. 10, at 10 a.m.

Needham Free Public Library

Silent Book Club for High Schoolers Gathers at Needham Library

High school students in grades 9-12 can bring a leisure book to the Needham Free Public Library's Teen Room today, Sept. 10, from 4 to 5 p.m. for Silent Book Club.

Needham Free Public Library

One Wingate East Opens in Needham with 61 Senior Residences

One Wingate East has opened on the Wingate Living campus, welcoming its first residents to the new 61-unit boutique independent senior living community.

Boston Real Estate Times

St. Joseph School PSA Welcomes New Families at Reception

St. Joseph School's Parent School Association hosts a New Parent Welcome Reception today, Sept. 10, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., for incoming families to meet school leaders.

Saint Joseph School

Caregiver Shared Strength Circle Meets This Evening

The Shared Strength Circle, a support gathering for caregivers, meets today, Sept. 10, from 5 to 6 p.m.

Town of Needham

Landry's Needham Women's and Non-Binary Road Ride Rolls Tonight

Landry's Bicycles hosts its weekly women's and non-binary road ride from its Needham shop at 100 Highland Ave tonight; riders should arrive by 5:45 p.m. for a safety talk before the 6 p.m. start of the 15-25 mile paced ride.

Green Streets Initiative

Needham Police and Fire Non-Emergency Phone Lines Down

The non-emergency phone lines for Needham Police and Fire are down; residents should use the alternate numbers and email addresses listed on the town's alert page to reach the departments.

Town of Needham

Kalmia Garden Club Lecture: 'All About Irises'

The Kalmia Garden Club presents 'All About Irises,' open to the public, tonight, Sept. 10, at 7 p.m. at The Center at the Heights.

Town of Needham

Zoning Board of Appeals Holds Joint Meeting with Planning Board Tonight

The Needham Zoning Board of Appeals meets jointly with the Planning Board tonight, Sept. 10, at 7 p.m. in Select Board Chambers at Town Hall and via Zoom.

Town of Needham

Fraud Alert Issued Over Fake Town Application Fee Emails

The Town of Needham warns that scammers are sending emails falsely requesting payment for application fees; residents should verify any such messages with the Planning Department.

Town of Needham