Clyde’s Corner
It's Happening Around the Winch!
FRIDAY APRIL 30
Winchendon Mobile Market 12:30-2:30 p.m. Growing Places of Leominster will bring the Mobile Market to Not Just Produced, 290 Central Street (outside weather permitting). Fresh local produce can be purchased with cash, credit/debit card or SNAP cards. All produce is eligible for HIP (Healthy Incentives Program) which doubles SNAP credits for healthy food. For more information, contact Growing Places at 978-598-3723. All shoppers are asked to follow social distancing and safety guidelines; only ten (10) people may be inside the store at any time.
SATURDAY MAY 1
Cemetery Restoration Workshop 9:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. Winchendon History and Cultural Society is hosting a workshop for learning the basics of cemetery restoration. We will be learning proper cleaning of stones. We will also learn how to assess the state of stones and determine which are in need of resetting and repair, how to reset and some simple types of repair. This class will be taught by Jonathan Appell of Atlas Preservation, also with assistance from Michael Passmore of All Vets Matter. $20 per person. Hamburgers and hot dogs will be provided. Age 12 and up. See the Facebook event page or WHCC website page for details and tickets. At Old Centre Cemetery, Hall Road, Winchendon.
Spring Yoga in the Park Open House 9:00 a.m. Yoga class from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. followed by an Open House. Yoga isn't about doing the poses; it's about undoing what's in the way of the poses. Please bring water and a mat. All levels are welcomed. No sign up necessary and donations are appreciated. In Winchendon Community Park off Maple Street. simplygroundedyogapilates.com
Picnic in the Park 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Hosted by and at the Winchendon Community Park off Maple Street. You bring food and a blanket...we'll supply the fun! May baskets, crafts for kids, May Pole decoration, live music. Masks and social distancing required. Sign up at this link.
winchendoncommunitypark.org. Email info@winchendoncommunitypark.org.
Click here to register in advance for Balloon Pop Fundraiser.
MONDAY MAY 3
TOWN ELECTION 8:00 a.m.- 8:00 p.m. At Old Murdock Senior Center, 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon.
Children's Mental Health Awareness Week Ceremony 7:00 p.m. Come support Children's Mental Health Awareness Week with a reading of the Board of Selectmen's Proclamation and lighting up Town Hall in green. Wear something green! At Winchendon Town Hall, 109 Front Street.
AA Meeting 7:45 p.m. Open meeting, all are welcome. UU Church of Winchendon, 126 Central Street.
THURSDAY MAY 6
Our Neighbor's Kitchen Drive-Through Dinner 5:30 p.m. at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church. Our Neighbor's Kitchen goes take-out! Pick up a hearty meal to go, while practicing safe social distancing. This week the menu is Cheesy Ham & Potato Casserole, Coleslaw, bread, and dessert. Pick up at the side door into the parish hall. Free-will donation $2 per person, $5 per family; no one turned away. 52 Spruce Street, Winchendon.
Spring Yoga in the Park 6:00-7:00 p.m. Yoga isn't about doing the poses; it's about undoing what's in the way of the poses. Please bring water and a mat. All levels are welcomed. No sign up necessary and donations are appreciated. In Winchendon Community Park off Maple Street. simplygroundedyogapilates.com
FRIDAY MAY 7
Winchendon Mobile Market 12:30-2:30 p.m. Growing Places of Leominster will bring the Mobile Market to Not Just Produced, 290 Central Street (outside weather permitting). Fresh local produce can be purchased with cash, credit/debit card or SNAP cards. All produce is eligible for HIP (Healthy Incentives Program) which doubles SNAP credits for healthy food. For more information, contact Growing Places at 978-598-3723. All shoppers are asked to follow social distancing and safety guidelines; only ten (10) people may be inside the store at any time.
SATURDAY MAY 8
Spring Yoga in the Park 9:00-10:00 a.m. Yoga isn't about doing the poses; it's about undoing what's in the way of the poses. Please bring water and a mat. All levels are welcomed. No sign up necessary and donations are appreciated. In Winchendon Community Park off Maple Street. simplygroundedyogapilates.com
MONDAY MAY 10
AA Meeting 7:45 p.m. Open meeting, all are welcome. UU Church of Winchendon, 126 Central Street.
THURSDAY MAY 13
Our Neighbor's Kitchen Drive-Through Dinner 5:30 p.m. at UU Church of Winchendon. Our Neighbor's Kitchen goes take-out! Pick up a hearty meal to go, while practicing safe social distancing. This week's menu will be American goulash, with fresh salad, bread and dessert. Drive or walk on through our front circle to pick up your meal. Free-will donation $2 per person, $5 per family; no one turned away. 126 Central Street.
Mommy & Me Fairy/Gnome Garden Workshop 6:00-8:00 p.m. For this fun workshop, bring your child (or grandchild, niece, nephew) to create a magical dish garden together. You can choose fairies or gnomes, and add accessories to their tiny new homes! Groups can choose to let their creativity lead the way, or follow one of several examples during this event. Light refreshments will be provided. Guests are welcome to bring your own beverages and snacks. With Morgan Ruschioni. $30. Class fee covers price of adult +1 child. Click here for tickets and info. At the Homestead Market, 59 Gardner Rd, Winchendon.
Spring Yoga in the Park 6:00-7:00 p.m. Yoga isn't about doing the poses; it's about undoing what's in the way of the poses. Please bring water and a mat. All levels are welcomed. No sign up necessary and donations are appreciated. In Winchendon Community Park off Maple Street. simplygroundedyogapilates.com
FRIDAY MAY 14
Winchendon Mobile Market 12:30-2:30 p.m. Growing Places of Leominster will bring the Mobile Market to Not Just Produced, 290 Central Street (outside weather permitting). Fresh local produce can be purchased with cash, credit/debit card or SNAP cards. All produce is eligible for HIP (Healthy Incentives Program) which doubles SNAP credits for healthy food. For more information, contact Growing Places at 978-598-3723. All shoppers are asked to follow social distancing and safety guidelines; only ten (10) people may be inside the store at any time.
SATURDAY MAY 15
Spring Yoga in the Park 9:00-10:00 a.m. Yoga isn't about doing the poses; it's about undoing what's in the way of the poses. Please bring water and a mat. All levels are welcomed. No sign up necessary and donations are appreciated. In Winchendon Community Park off Maple Street. simplygroundedyogapilates.com
MONDAY MAY 17
ANNUAL TOWN MEETING 7:00 p.m. At Murdock Middle High School, 3 Memorial Dr., Winchendon.
AA Meeting 7:45 p.m. Open meeting, all are welcome. UU Church of Winchendon, 126 Central Street.
AND COMING UP...
SATURDAY MAY 22
Toy Town Outdoor Market Opens 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Crafts, fresh farm produce. Every Saturday on front lawn of the UU Church of Winchendon, 126 Central Street. Every Thursday, 4:00-7:00 p.m. Weather permitting.
MONDAY-SATURDAY JUNE 7-12
Taste of Winchendon hosted by HEAL Winchendon.
SATURDAY JUNE 19
Summer Lawn Fair 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Local vendors and businesses. Booth space available. See Summer Lawn Fair Event for more information. On lawns of UU Church of Winchendon, 126 Central Street. Please wear masks and observe COVID precautions!