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Town urges storm prep ahead of weekend nor'easter

Town officials warn that a nor'easter expected this weekend could bring strong winds and heavy rain, with possible flooding and power outages, and urge residents to take precautions now. Residents should secure outdoor items, charge phones and run generators only outdoors in a well-ventilated area. Report power outages to Eversource at 800-592-2000, never drive or walk through floodwater, and call 911 for downed trees or wires or any emergency.

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Needham football falls 45-6 to St. John's Prep in home opener

Needham High School's Rockets lost 45-6 to St. John's Prep on Friday, Sept. 25, trailing 31-0 at halftime.

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Park and Rec Commission to review trail signage, usage stats Monday

The Needham Park and Recreation Commission plans to discuss trail signage and conservation trail improvements, along with a review of summer recreational program statistics, at its Monday, Sept. 28 meeting.

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Needham High PTC craft fair, bake sale wraps up today

The Needham High School PTC holds the final day of its Craft Fair and Bake Sale Saturday, Sept. 26, featuring local artisans and baked goods to support parent-teacher programs.

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Chinese Storytime for young children at Needham library today

Needham Free Public Library hosts Chinese Storytime for ages 2-5 with an adult, Saturday, Sept. 26, from 11 to 11:30 a.m. in the Children's Room. No registration required.

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Teen Doodle Club meets at Needham library today

Needham Free Public Library's Drop-In Doodle Club meets Saturday, Sept. 26, from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. in the Teen Room for grades 7-12, with coloring sheets and sketchbooks provided.

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Lovelane's Hoedown fundraiser set for Saturday night

Lovelane holds its Hoedown benefit Saturday evening, Sept. 26, with food from Boston chefs, live music and dancing to support its special-needs horseback-riding program.

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Volunteers to clear invasive bittersweet at Cutler Park today

The Charles River Watershed Association hosts a volunteer effort to remove invasive bittersweet vines at Cutler Park, 84 Kendrick St., Saturday, Sept. 26, from 9 a.m. to noon. Registration is limited.

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Beginner stained-glass class offered at The Glass Bar today

Aspiring Glass Artists of Massachusetts hosts a beginner-friendly stained-glass workshop Saturday, Sept. 26, from 2 to 5 p.m. at The Glass Bar, 60 Dedham Ave. Registration required.

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Nextet plays live at Hearth Pizzeria tonight

Nextet performs live music at Hearth Pizzeria, 974 Great Plain Ave., Saturday, Sept. 26, from 6 to 8 p.m., with no cover charge.

Nathan Aronow

Temple Beth Shalom holds Saturday Torah study

Temple Beth Shalom's Torah Study, including 'Uncovering Our Jewish Values in Torah,' meets Saturday, Sept. 26, from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m.

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Soul 13 meditation and energy-healing workshop set for today

A three-hour workshop introducing the Soul 13 system through guided meditation and energy-healing exercises is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 26, at 2 p.m. at 10 Oak St.

Diana Phillips

Finance Committee to meet Wednesday

The Needham Finance Committee holds a hybrid meeting Wednesday, Sept. 30, at Town Hall's Great Plain Room and via remote access, starting at 7 p.m.

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Historic District Commission to meet Thursday

The Needham Historic District Commission holds a hybrid meeting Thursday, Oct. 1, at 6 p.m. at Emery Grover School.

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