Clyde’s Corner
It's Happening Around the Winch!
FRIDAY JULY 23
Pop Up Bull Yard 12:00 - 8:00 p.m. Hosted by Bull Spit Brewing Company. Beer, wine, slushies, snacks, music, open-air seating. Live music from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. performed by The Maniac Loves You acoustic duo. Partnering with Not Just Produced and Gabby's Pizza. At 270 Central St., Winchendon.
2021 Summer Concert Series 6:30-8:00 p.m. sponsored by Winchendon Recreation Commission. Tonight: Winchendon's piano man, Cailte Kelley, will delight your ears with amazing covers of Elton John and Billy Joel to name a few. Free to the public. Bring a lawn chair or blanket; this is a carry in/carry out park. At G.A.R. Park, Grove Street and Murdock Avenue, Winchendon.
SATURDAY JULY 24
Pop Up Bull Yard 12:00 - 8:00 p.m. Hosted by Bull Spit Brewing Company. Beer, wine, slushies, snacks, music, open-air seating. Live music from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.: Kenny Chesney Tribute performed by the No Shoes Nation Band. Partnering with Not Just Produced and Gabby's Pizza. At 270 Central St., Winchendon.
SUNDAY JULY 25
Pop Up Bull Yard 12:00 - 6:00 p.m. Hosted by Bull Spit Brewing Company. Beer, wine, slushies, snacks, music, open-air seating. Live music from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. performed by Martin & Kelly country acoustic duo. Partnering with Not Just Produced and Gabby's Pizza. At 270 Central St., Winchendon.
Lobster Bingo 2:00 p.m. (Aka "Lobster Shoot") 25 games for $15.00. Side raffles: two 2+ lb lobsters, scratch tickets, 50/50 raffle. Sponsored by and to benefit Eugene M. Connor Post #193 and Sons Squadron #193 of the American Legion. At Winchendon American Legion Post 193, 295 School Street.
TUESDAY JULY 27
Tails and Tales Storywalk 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. Follow the path outside of the library from one poster board to the next, enjoying and interacting with each story. Each child will receive a free book, while supplies last. Beals Memorial Library partnered with the Winchendon CFCE. This week: Does a Kangaroo Have a Mother Too?. Held outside on the library lawn. 50 Pleasant St., Winchendon. 978-297-0300.
Little Justice Leaders 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. at the Beals Memorial Library. Little Justice Leaders is a weekly club for the whole family. Each week will feature a story, crafts, and learning activities themed around a social justice issue. This summer we will explore Asian American and Pacific Islander heritage, celebrate love in all types of families, and learn about pronouns! Registration is REQUIRED. Register at: Little Justice Leaders Summer Program. Held outside on the library lawn. Facilitated by HEAL Winchendon. 50 Pleasant St., Winchendon. 978-297-0300.
WEDNESDAY JULY 28
Mr. Vinny's Bubble Show 2:00-3:00 p.m. at the Beals Memorial Library. Big, giant, beautiful bubbles will fill the air above and around the library. Join Mr. Vinny the Bubble Guy to watch, chase, and pop bubbles! Held outside on the library lawn. Registration required, space limited. Contact the library to register. 50 Pleasant St., Winchendon. 978-297-0300. Funded in part by the Winchendon Cultural Council and the Friends of the Beals Memorial Library
Yoga with Paula Lashua-Brisbois 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Beals Memorial Library. $7 per class. Yoga mats are available. All skill levels are welcome. Held outside on the library lawn. 50 Pleasant St., Winchendon. 978-297-0300.
THURSDAY JULY 29
Our Neighbor's Kitchen Drive-Through Dinner 5:30 p.m. at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church. Served in the Parish Hall. This week the menu is Pasta Carbonara with garden salad. Free-will donation $2 per person, $5 per family; no one turned away. 52 Spruce Street, Winchendon.
Backyard Chickens with Ashely Livi 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. at the Beals Memorial Library. Learn about what it takes to raise chickens in your backyard from self-taught homesteader Ashely Livi. Held outside on the library lawn. Registration required, space limited. Contact the library to register. 50 Pleasant St., Winchendon. 978-297-0300.
FRIDAY JULY 30
Pop Up Bull Yard 12:00 - 8:00 p.m. Hosted by Bull Spit Brewing Company. Beer, wine, slushies, snacks, music, open-air seating. Live music from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. performed by Scott Babineau. Partnering with Not Just Produced and Gabby's Pizza. At 270 Central St., Winchendon.
2021 Summer Concert Series 6:30-8:00 p.m. sponsored by Winchendon Recreation Commission. Tonight: performers are Walkin' Antiques. Free to the public. Bring a lawn chair or blanket; this is a carry in/carry out park. At G.A.R. Park, Grove Street and Murdock Avenue, Winchendon.
SATURDAY JULY 31
Pop Up Bull Yard 12:00 - 8:00 p.m. Hosted by Bull Spit Brewing Company. Beer, wine, slushies, snacks, music, open-air seating. Live music from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. performed by the Rob Maxwell Group. Partnering with Not Just Produced and Gabby's Pizza. At 270 Central St., Winchendon.
2021 Summer Concert Series (Rain Date) 6:30-8:00 p.m. sponsored by Winchendon Recreation Commission. Tonight: performers are Midnight Harvest. Rain date for concert scheduled on July 9. Free to the public. Bring a lawn chair or blanket; this is a carry in/carry out park. At G.A.R. Park, Grove Street and Murdock Avenue, Winchendon.
SUNDAY AUGUST 1
Pop Up Bull Yard 12:00 - 6:00 p.m. Hosted by Bull Spit Brewing Company. Beer, wine, slushies, snacks, music, open-air seating. Live music from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. musicians TBA. Partnering with Not Just Produced and Gabby's Pizza. At 270 Central St., Winchendon.
MONDAY AUGUST 2
Office Hour With Senator Anne Gobi 4:00-5:00 p.m. Senator Anne Gobi will be available at the Winchendon Town Hall to speak with constituents. Winchendon Town Hall, 109 Front St.
TUESDAY AUGUST 3
Little Justice Leaders 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. at the Beals Memorial Library. Little Justice Leaders is a weekly club for the whole family. Each week will feature a story, crafts, and learning activities themed around a social justice issue. This summer we will explore Asian American and Pacific Islander heritage, celebrate love in all types of families, and learn about pronouns! Registration is REQUIRED. Register at: Little Justice Leaders Summer Program. Held outside on the library lawn. Facilitated by HEAL Winchendon. 50 Pleasant St., Winchendon. 978-297-0300.
WEDNESDAY AUGUST 4
Animal Mobile Craft 2:00-3:00 p.m. at the Beals Memorial Library. Join us to make a fun animal mobile to decorate your room! Limited Space Available, Register Today! Contact the library to register. 50 Pleasant St., Winchendon. 978-297-0300.
THURSDAY AUGUST 5
Our Neighbor's Kitchen Drive-Through Dinner 5:30 p.m. at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church. Served in the Parish Hall. This week the menu is TBA. Free-will donation $2 per person, $5 per family; no one turned away. 52 Spruce Street, Winchendon.
Lore of the Night Sky 6:00-7:00 p.m. at the Beals Memorial Library. Take a fascinating walk through the seasons as the Aldrich Astronomical Society introduces you to a diverse menagerie of creatures with tails, and how they ended up in the night sky! Stargazing on the Town Common will follow weather permitting. In case of rain, programs will be on the following Monday at the same scheduled time. 50 Pleasant St., Winchendon. 978-297-0300.
FRIDAY AUGUST 6
Pop Up Bull Yard 12:00 - 8:00 p.m. Hosted by Bull Spit Brewing Company. Beer, wine, slushies, snacks, music, open-air seating. Live music from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. musicians TBA. Partnering with Not Just Produced and Gabby's Pizza. At 270 Central St., Winchendon.
2021 Summer Concert Series 6:30-8:00 p.m. sponsored by Winchendon Recreation Commission. Tonight: Cold Chocolate. Free to the public. Bring a lawn chair or blanket; this is a carry in/carry out park. At G.A.R. Park, Grove Street and Murdock Avenue, Winchendon.
Outdoor Movie Night 6:00 p.m. at the Beals Memorial Library. We will be showing some great family-friendly films on Friday nights on the library lawn. Bring the whole family and some lawn chairs. This week: Zootopia. Musical Entertainment starts at 7:00 p.m. before each showing. This week: "Knock on Wood." The Friends Book Sale & Concession Stand will be open from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Movies will be started when it gets dark. In case of rain the movie will be on Thursday of the following week. 50 Pleasant St., Winchendon. 978-297-0300. Funded in part by the Winchendon Cultural Council and the Friends of the Beals Memorial Library
SATURDAY AUGUST 7
Pop Up Bull Yard 12:00 - 8:00 p.m. Hosted by Bull Spit Brewing Company. Beer, wine, slushies, snacks, music, open-air seating. Live music from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. musicians TBA. Partnering with Not Just Produced and Gabby's Pizza. At 270 Central St., Winchendon.
SUNDAY AUGUST 8
Pop Up Bull Yard 12:00 - 6:00 p.m. Hosted by Bull Spit Brewing Company. Beer, wine, slushies, snacks, music, open-air seating. Live music from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. musicians TBA. Partnering with Not Just Produced and Gabby's Pizza. At 270 Central St., Winchendon.
AND COMING UP...
SATURDAY AUGUST 14
Winchenstock 2021 12:00 p.m. Benefit concert for the Winchendon CAC. Local bands BIG RanDom, Point the Finger, The Fools and Beach Zombies. Food, vendors, free RV/tenting, Psycho Chicken BBQ. $25 donation. Click here for tickets. At Winchendon Rod & Gun Club, 169 Winchendon Rd., Royalston, MA.
Winchendon Town-wide Yard Sale 8:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m. To benefit Ahimsa Haven. No charge for participating. To sign up, email info@ahimsahaven.org.
Summer Lawn Fair 9:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m. at UU Church of Winchendon. Running concurrent with the town-wide yard sale. Tag sale, free cycle items, crafts, retails items and food. To benefit the church’s Set-in-Stone masonry repairs. To rent a spot, visit uucw.ncmuuc.org/summer-fair/ or email info@set-in-stone.org. 126 Central Street.
SATURDAY AUGUST 21
Passing On a Healthy Heritage 9:00-11:00 a.m. Family workshop including information on nutrition and a family fitness activity at the Winchendon Community Park. Begins at The Chapel Downtown, 286 Central St., Winchendon. RSVP Here. Email Heather.Lafond@bbchapel.net for more details.
SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 25
7th Annual Golf Tournament 8:00 a.m. All proceeds benefit the Winchendon Fire Relief Association. $125 per person, $500 per team for green fees, cart, food and entry into the Mathieu Ford Hole-in-One Contest. For information or to register, email WFDRelief@gmail.com. At Templewood Golf Course, 160 Brooks Rd., Templeton, MA.
SATURDAY OCTOBER 9
Winchendon Fall Festival 10:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. Vendors, raffles, demonstrations, food, live performances, local craftspersons, businesses, organizations and entrepreneurs. Click here for vendor application (PDF). For more info contact Nicole Roberts, 978-297-3537 or nroberts@townofwinchendon.com. On Central Street in Winchendon (from Front Street to Maple Street).
ONGOING
Regular ongoing activities will be added as they resume.
MONDAYS
Old Murdock Senior Center 9:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. A representative from Integrity Medicare Advisors will be at the Center to answer your insurance questions. Please call the Center at 978-297-3155 to make an appointment. 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon.
Old Murdock Senior Center 9:30 a.m. Chair Exercise/Yoga. Please call the Center at 978-297-3155 with any questions. 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon.
Old Murdock Senior Center 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Yoga with Sue. Indoors/Outdoors as weather permits. $3 per class. Please call the Center at 978-297-3155 with any questions. 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon.
AA Meeting 7:45 p.m. Open meeting, all are welcome. UU Church of Winchendon, 126 Central Street.
WEDNESDAYS
Old Murdock Senior Center 9:30 a.m. Chair Exercise/Yoga. Please call the Center at 978-297-3155 with any questions. 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon.
Old Murdock Senior Center 9:30 a.m. Wii bowling, Pool/Card Games/Shuffleboard. Come join us for Wii bowling, or play a game of pool or shuffleboard upstairs. 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon. 978-297-3155.
Old Murdock Senior Center 12:30-2:30 p.m. BINGO! $1.00 cover charge. Please bring your own snack and drink. 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon. 978-297-3155.
Community Gardening Hour 3:00-4:00 p.m. Come help out at The Winchendon Community Farm's weekly public community gardening session! No need to register. Put on your gardening clothes and shoes and drop in--materials and tools provided. Sponsored by Growing Places and HEAL Winchendon. Contact victoria@growingplaces.org or call 978-598-3723 with questions. Location: on the left (west) side of the Murdock Farm and Dairy Bar, behind 52 Elmwood Rd, Winchendon. Park by the large white building across the dirt road from the house and walk back to the garden.
Trivia Night at Zoe's 8:00 p.m. Ryan Murphy hosts Trivia Night at Zoe's Restaurant, 435 Spring St., Winchendon. No entry fee, gather your friends and create a team or come anyway and we'll match you up (some people challenge us all by themselves!).
THURSDAYS
Old Murdock Senior Center 9:30 a.m. Wii bowling, Pool/Card Games/Shuffleboard. Come join us for Wii bowling, or play a game of pool or shuffleboard upstairs. 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon. 978-297-3155.
Growing Places Mobile Produce Market 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. at Not Just Produced. Use your SNAP benefits to buy fresh produce and get double value with the HIP program! Cash also accepted for purchases. 290 Central St., Winchendon.
Old Murdock Senior Center 12:15 p.m. Card games. Do you play cribbage? Spades? Bridge? Canasta? Pinochle? Pitch? Perhaps you know how but do not have someone to "play with." We are looking for more card players to join us on Thursday afternoon just after lunch in the dining room. 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon. 978-297-3155.
Family Meet Up 4:00-5:00 p.m. Bring the kids for fun activities and games, meet other families, enjoy Winchendon's new park! Games and craft supplies supplied by HEAL Winchendon, snacks provided by the Winchendon CAC. Sign up on this form (Google form) to make sure there are enough snacks/supplies. At the Winchendon Community Park Soccer Field, Ingleside Dr. off Maple St., Winchendon.
Toy Town Outdoor Market 4:00-7:00 p.m. Crafts, fresh farm produce, baked goods. SNAP and HIP accepted. On front lawn of the UU Church of Winchendon, 126 Central Street. Weather permitting.
Thursday Nights on the Porch 6:00 p.m. Gather at the Winchendon History and Cultural Center with a bottle of beverage and some snacks to relax, tour the museums and socialize. Free of charge, all welcome. 151 Front St., Winchendon.
FRIDAYS
Old Murdock Senior Center 10:00 a.m. Senior Walking Group. Wear your comfy strolling shoes and take a walk with us! Please call the Center at 978-297-3155 with any questions. 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon.
SATURDAYS
Toy Town Outdoor Market 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Crafts, fresh farm produce, baked goods. SNAP and HIP accepted. On front lawn of the UU Church of Winchendon, 126 Central Street. Weather permitting.