Clyde's Corner
It's Happening Around the Winch!
FRIDAY APRIL 21
Teen Night: Murder Mystery 6:00-8:00 p.m. Free event for teens! At the Sunshine Café, Winchendon CAC, 273 Central St. Snacks and drinks available to purchase from the Café. Registration required: click here to register. https://forms.gle/HtarCTcXUTTUv3JK7
Beginner Line Dancing Class with Marylee 7:00-8:30 p.m. $10 per person. No experience necessary. You don’t need to sign up in advance. Club opens at 6:30 PM. Cash bar available, no outside beverages allowed. Come join the fun! This is all genres music not just country. At the Snowbound Club, 130 Baldwinville Rd, Winchendon.
Singo! 8:30 p.m. Free to play...prizes...Cash bar available! At the Snowbound Club, 130 Baldwinville Rd, Winchendon.
SATURDAY APRIL 22
Teen Night Arts and Crafts 6:00-8:00 p.m. Free for teens! At the Sunshine Café, Winchendon CAC, 273 Central St. Snacks and drinks available to purchase from the Café. Registration required: click here to register. https://forms.gle/HtarCTcXUTTUv3JK7
TUESDAY APRIL 25
Candidates' Night Forum 7:00 p.m. Candidates for seats in Winchendon's May 1 Town Election will speak, answer questions and meet voters. Moderator: Inanna Arthen. Public is welcome to attend. Sponsored by Beals Memorial Library. In Winchendon Town Hall 2nd Floor Auditorium, 109 Front St.
WEDNESDAY APRIL 26
Reader's Choice Book Club 6:00 p.m. A non-traditional book club for teens and adults! Reader's Choice is the book club with a monthly theme instead of a monthly book. Read any book you want that fits the theme and share your selection with the group! Last Wednesday of every month, at Beals Memorial Library, 50 Pleasant St., Winchendon. Book theme for April: "Neurodivergence."
THURSDAY APRIL 27
Our Neighbor's Kitchen Dinner 5:30 p.m. at UU Church of Winchendon. Dinner will be served in the Parish Hall. This week's menu will be an Earth Day-themed dinner. Free-will donation $2 per person, $5 per family; no one turned away. 126 Central Street. (NO drive-through service; take-out service will begin after all seated diners are served.)
On the Same Page Book Club 6:30 p.m. Join us to discuss our April book in honor of Autism Awareness Month, The Reason I Jump: The Inner Voice of a Thirteen-Year-Old Boy with Autism by Naoki Higashida! This book is written by Naoki Higashida, a very smart, very self-aware, and very charming thirteen-year-old boy with autism, it is a one-of-a-kind memoir that demonstrates how an autistic mind thinks, feels, perceives, and responds in ways few of us can imagine. Parents and family members who never thought they could get inside the head of their autistic loved one, at last, have a way to break through to the curious, subtle, and complex life within. Copies of the book are available at Beals Memorial Library, 50 Pleasant St., Winchendon. The Book Club meets at the Winchendon CAC, 273 Central St.
FRIDAY APRIL 28
Crochet & Knitting Circle 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. Come learn how to crochet or knit! Beginners to experts are welcome. Patterns and basic instruction (if needed) will be provided. At Beals Memorial Library, 50 Pleasant St, Winchendon.
One Book, One Community Author Signing 5:00-6:00 p.m. Jarrett J. Krosoczka, author of the One Book, One Community Town-Wide Read selection Hey, Kiddo, will hold an author Meet & Greet and book signing at Murdock High School Cafeteria. Registration required. Sponsored by Beals Memorial Library. At Murdock Middle High School, 3 Memorial Dr., Winchendon. www.bealslibrary.org/townwideread
One Book, One Community Author Talk 6:30 p.m. Jarrett J. Krosoczka, author of the One Book, One Community Town-Wide Read selection Hey, Kiddo, will give a free public talk at the Murdock High School Auditorium as the culminating event of the Town-Wide Read. Sponsored by Beals Memorial Library. At Murdock Middle High School, 3 Memorial Dr., Winchendon. (Watch Jarrett's TED Talk on YouTube) www.bealslibrary.org/townwideread
SATURDAY APRIL 29
Spring Fling Vendor Fair 10:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m. All proceeds benefit the Memorial & Toy Town PTO. To reserve a vendor space, or for more information, contact memorialschoolpto22@gmail.com before April 14. At Memorial Elementary School Gym, 32 Elmwood Rd., Winchendon.
May Day Spring Festival Concert 3:00 p.m. All ages welcome, $10 suggested donation (no one turned away). Music by Meraki Caravan and Sound Shaman, May Pole dance (bring a drum or instrument to play!), vendors, belly dance performance, refreshments. At Magnolia Studio Garden, 286 Front St., Winchendon.
Murder Mystery Dinner to Benefit Ahimsa Haven 6:00-9:00 p.m. A Fun Night Out Benefiting Ahimsa Haven Animal Rescue! You're working as a private investigator trying to solve a Murder full of twists and turns. Will you be able to figure out who the killer is? Tickets include the mystery, a buffet dinner (vegetarian option available, please email us) and dessert. You get all this for only $50 p/p! If you would like to play a role, please make sure you choose the participant option (only a few available). We will send out further info if you are participating in a role. Cash bar, 50/50 raffle and Basket Raffles!! All kinds of chances to be a winner! Join us for some laughs and fun! At Williams Restaurant, 184 Pearson Boulevard, Gardner, MA. Buy tickets at this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/murder-mystery-dinner-tickets-602707744087
"Heartless" Band Performance 8:00 p.m. New England's Ultimate Tribute to Ann Wilson of Heart Allies Tour. Age 21+. Tickets $20. 50/50 raffle and more. For info call 978-297-2753. At Winchendon American Legion Post 193, 295 School St. Proceeds benefit Winchendon Lions Club Charities. (for info about the tour, see www.HeartlessTribute.com)
MONDAY, MAY 1
ANNUAL TOWN ELECTION 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Old Murdock Senior Center, second floor, 52 Murdock Ave, Winchendon.
WEDNESDAY MAY 3
Narcan Training 6:00 p.m. Sponsored by the Winchendon CAC and MOC. Open to the public. Refreshments and free Narcan to take home. At the Winchendon CAC, 273 Central St. 978-297-1667.
THURSDAY MAY 4
Our Neighbor's Kitchen Dinner 5:15 p.m. at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church. 5:45 p.m. for takeout meals. Served in the Parish Hall. This week the menu is taco salad and all the fixings. Free-will donation $2 per person, $5 per family; no one turned away. 52 Spruce Street, Winchendon.
SATURDAY MAY 6
Town Wide Earth Day Clean-up 8:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m. Organized by the Board of Health. Dumpster will be available. Pitch in and clean up your neighborhood, or join a team!
Honoring All Moms Psychic Fair 10:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m. Join Medium Bonnie Page and other talented readers for a fun-filled day of readings, reiki and homemade sweets! Call 978-297-9790 for information. At the Murdock Whitney Mansion, 151 Front St., Winchendon.
Persson Smoke House BBQ 12:00-6:00 p.m. Burgers $12, hot dogs $5 (two for $8). At the Winchendon American Legion Post 193, 295 School St. 978-297-0754.
THURSDAY MAY 11
Our Neighbor's Kitchen Dinner 5:30 p.m. at UU Church of Winchendon. Dinner will be served in the Parish Hall. This week's menu TBA. Free-will donation $2 per person, $5 per family; no one turned away. 126 Central Street. (NO drive-through service; take-out service will begin after all seated diners are served.)
SATURDAY MAY 13
Taste of Winchendon 12:00-4:00 p.m. Taste of Winchendon is centered around celebrating Winchendon's melting pot of cultures and traditions. Experience a variety of cuisines, crafts, activities, live music, and all of the other delights our community has to offer! Taste of Winchendon is an entirely free event for the public thanks to the Winchendon Cultural Council, the Winchendon CAC, Growing Places, CHNA9, and Beals Memorial Library. Beals Memorial Library lawn, 50 Pleasant St., Winchendon.
MONDAY, MAY 15
ANNUAL TOWN MEETING 7:00 p.m. At the Murdock Middle High School Auditorium, 3 Memorial Dr., Winchendon.
THURSDAY MAY 18
Our Neighbor's Kitchen Dinner 5:15 p.m. at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church. 5:45 p.m. for takeout meals. Served in the Parish Hall. This week the menu is pork and mashed potatoes. Free-will donation $2 per person, $5 per family; no one turned away. 52 Spruce Street, Winchendon.
Paint Night Fundraiser 6:00-9:00 p.m. $40 per person. 50% of proceeds go to benefit Post 193 Scholarship Fund. Tickets may be purchased in the Members Lounge or from Katlin Murphy (@Katlinmurphy), cash or Venmo. At the Winchendon American Legion Post 193 downstairs back hall, 295 School St. 978-297-0754.
SUNDAY MAY 21
Lobster Bingo (Shoot) 2:00 p.m. Three card Bingo, 25 games for $20. Side raffles for 2.5 lb lobsters, scratch tickets, 50/50. Sponsored by Eugene M. Connor Post #193 and Sons Squadron #193. At the Winchendon American Legion Post 193, 295 School St. 978-297-0754.
WEDNESDAY MAY 24
Murdock Pops Concert time TBA. Murdock Middle High School choirs and bands spring performance. At Murdock Middle High School auditorium, 3 Memorial Dr., Winchendon.
THURSDAY MAY 25
Our Neighbor's Kitchen Dinner 5:30 p.m. at UU Church of Winchendon. Dinner will be served in the Parish Hall. This week's menu TBA. Free-will donation $2 per person, $5 per family; no one turned away. 126 Central Street. (NO drive-through service; take-out service will begin after all seated diners are served.)
AND COMING UP...
SUNDAY JUNE 4
Winchendon Winds Concert Band 2:00 p.m. "Win Winds" opens its 2023 season with the first of four concerts. Refreshments sold on the lawn before and during concert. Free admission. At the Unitarian Universalist Church of Winchendon, 126 Central Street.
SATURDAY JUNE 10
Performing Amphitheater Grand Opening 3:00-9:00 p.m. The Robinson Broadhurst Foundation Performing Arts Amphitheater will hold a Grand Opening Celebration at the Winchendon Community Park, with food and entertainment.
2:30 Shriners march down Maple Street
3:00 ribbon cutting and speakers
3:30 Bodega Dog
4:00 School theatre performance
4:25 Eddie Raymond - magician
5:00 Faceless Hobos
5:30 Kilroy
6:45 The Darren Bessette Band
8:00 Whiskey Johnson
9:00 Fireworks!
For more information, call 978-297-5410 or email Tnewton@townofwinchendon.com. Sponsored in part by the Winchendon, Templeton and Gardner Cultural Councils. At the Winchendon Community Park, 86 Ingleside Drive off Maple St.
SUNDAY JUNE 11
Winchendon Winds Concert Band 2:00 p.m. "Win Winds" continues its 2023 season with the second of four concerts. Refreshments sold on the lawn before and during concert. Free admission. At the Unitarian Universalist Church of Winchendon, 126 Central Street.
SATURDAY JUNE 17
Summer Solstice Fair All day! Road race, parade, vendors, entertainment, food. On Central Street. Organized by Clark Memorial YMCA.
SUNDAY JUNE 18
Winchendon Winds Concert Band 2:00 p.m. "Win Winds" continues its 2023 season with the third of four concerts. Refreshments sold on the lawn before and during concert. Free admission. At the Unitarian Universalist Church of Winchendon, 126 Central Street.
THURSDAY JUNE 22
Movie Night at the Park Dusk. Family movie, title TBD. At the Winchendon Community Park Performing Arts Amphitheater, 86 Ingleside Rd.
FRIDAY JUNE 23
Second Annual Food Truck Festival 4:00 - 9:00 p.m. Food trucks galore, Battle of the Bands and plenty of drinks. Be there or be square. Battling Bands line-up: Hit the Bus Band (4:30), The Mighty Suicide Squirrels (5:30), Ruthless Poe (6:30), and Sheep Dip (7:30pm). At GAR Park, Murdock Ave. & Grove St., Winchendon. Sponsored by the Winchendon Recreation Commission.
SUNDAY JUNE 25
American Legion Riders Chapter 193 Spring Breakout 11:00 a.m. Corn hole, slow ride, other games, 50/50 and basket raffles, burgers, hot dogs, sausage, salads. At the Winchendon American Legion Post 193 Pavillion, 295 School St. 978-297-0754.
THURSDAY JUNE 29
Movie Night at the Park Dusk. Family movie, title TBD. At the Winchendon Community Park Performing Arts Amphitheater, 86 Ingleside Rd.
SATURDAY JULY 1
Picnic in the Park 11:00 a.m. Free and open to all, at the Winchendon Community Park, 86 Ingleside Rd. July's theme is "All American BBQ." Featured performer Winchendon Winds Concert Band in their final concert of the 2023 season. Sponsored by the Winchendon Recreation Commission.
THURSDAY JULY 7
Movie Night at the Park Dusk. Family movie, title TBD. At the Winchendon Community Park Performing Arts Amphitheater, 86 Ingleside Rd.
FRIDAY JULY 7
2023 Summer Concert Series 6:00 p.m. Performers: The BIG RanDom. At the G.A.R. Park, 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon. Sponsored by the Winchendon Recreation Commission.
SATURDAY JULY 8
Opening Season at the Amphitheater - Whiskey Crossing 7:00 p.m. Country music. Tickets $25, or season ticket for $120, available at https://www.eventbrite.com/manage/collections/1811039/events. At the Winchendon Community Park Performing Arts Amphitheater, 86 Ingleside Rd.
THURSDAY JULY 13
Movie Night at the Park Dusk. Family movie, title TBD. At the Winchendon Community Park Performing Arts Amphitheater, 86 Ingleside Rd.
FRIDAY JULY 14
2023 Summer Concert Series 6:00 p.m. Performers: Mr. Strickland. At the G.A.R. Park, 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon. Sponsored by the Winchendon Recreation Commission.
THURSDAY JULY 20
Movie Night at the Park Dusk. Family movie, title TBD. At the Winchendon Community Park Performing Arts Amphitheater, 86 Ingleside Rd.
FRIDAY JULY 21
2023 Summer Concert Series 6:00 p.m. Performers: Ron Morey. At the G.A.R. Park, 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon. Sponsored by the Winchendon Recreation Commission.
THURSDAY JULY 27
Movie Night at the Park Dusk. Family movie, title TBD. At the Winchendon Community Park Performing Arts Amphitheater, 86 Ingleside Rd.
FRIDAY JULY 28
2023 Summer Concert Series 6:00 p.m. Performers: The Faceless Hobos. At the G.A.R. Park, 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon. Sponsored by the Winchendon Recreation Commission.
SATURDAY JULY 29
Opening Season at the Amphitheater - 4EverFab 7:00 p.m. Beatles Tribute Band. Tickets $20, or season ticket for $120, available at https://www.eventbrite.com/manage/collections/1811039/events. At the Winchendon Community Park Performing Arts Amphitheater, 86 Ingleside Rd.
FRIDAY AUGUST 4
2023 Summer Concert Series 6:00 p.m. Performers: Perfect Alibi. At the G.A.R. Park, 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon. Sponsored by the Winchendon Recreation Commission.
SATURDAY AUGUST 5
Picnic in the Park 11:00 a.m. Music and performances from "Winchendon's Got Talent" contestants! Free and open to all, at the Winchendon Community Park, 86 Ingleside Rd. August's theme is "Lazy Hazy Dayz of Summer." Sponsored by the Winchendon Recreation Commission.
Mass State Chili Cook-off Time TBA. At Bull Spit Brewery, 4 Summer Dr., Winchendon. Sponsored by the Kiwanis of Winchendon.
SATURDAY AUGUST 12
Winchenstock 2023 12:00-9:00 p.m. A benefit concert for the Winchendon Community Action Center, "Love 'n Local." Featuring local rockers including the BIG RanDom, Mid Life Crisis and TWO for the ROAD. Food trucks, vendors. At the Winchendon Community Park Performing Arts Center, 86 Ingleside Rd, Winchendon. Music sponsored by LaPointe Law Offices.
FRIDAY AUGUST 18
Winchendon Music Festival Time TBA. At the Winchendon Community Park Performing Arts Amphitheater, 86 Ingleside Rd. Sponsored by the Winchendon Recreation Commission.
SATURDAY AUGUST 19
Opening Season at the Amphitheater - John Pizzi Comedy Show 7:00 p.m. Comedy. Tickets $15, or season ticket for $120, available at https://www.eventbrite.com/manage/collections/1811039/events. At the Winchendon Community Park Performing Arts Amphitheater, 86 Ingleside Rd.
SATURDAY AUGUST 26
Opening Season at the Amphitheater - Scott Brown and the Diplomats 7:00 p.m. Rock Band. Tickets $20, or season ticket for $120, available at https://www.eventbrite.com/manage/collections/1811039/events. At the Winchendon Community Park Performing Arts Amphitheater, 86 Ingleside Rd.
SUNDAY AUGUST 27
Winchendon Music Festival Time TBA. At the Winchendon Community Park Performing Arts Amphitheater, 86 Ingleside Rd. Sponsored by the Winchendon Recreation Commission.
SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 2
Picnic in the Park 11:00 a.m. Free and open to all, at the Winchendon Community Park, 86 Ingleside Rd. Music by Teen DJ Kaela Rielly. September's theme is "Back to School Blowout." with a Nerf gun war! Sponsored by the Winchendon Recreation Commission.
SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 9
Opening Season at the Amphitheater - Reminicients 7:00 p.m. Oldies. Tickets $20, or season ticket for $120, available at https://www.eventbrite.com/manage/collections/1811039/events. At the Winchendon Community Park Performing Arts Amphitheater, 86 Ingleside Rd.
SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 15
Opening Season at the Amphitheater - Flock of A**holes 7:00 p.m. 80s Rock n' Roll. Tickets $20, or season ticket for $120, available at https://www.eventbrite.com/manage/collections/1811039/events. At the Winchendon Community Park Performing Arts Amphitheater, 86 Ingleside Rd.
SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 23
Opening Season at the Amphitheater - Whiskey Johnson 7:00 p.m. Rock n' Roll. Tickets $10, or season ticket for $120, available at https://www.eventbrite.com/manage/collections/1811039/events. At the Winchendon Community Park Performing Arts Amphitheater, 86 Ingleside Rd.
SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 30
Opening Season at the Amphitheater - The Green Sisters 7:00 p.m. Folk. Tickets $10, or season ticket for $120, available at https://www.eventbrite.com/manage/collections/1811039/events. At the Winchendon Community Park Performing Arts Amphitheater, 86 Ingleside Rd.
SATURDAY OCTOBER 7
Winchendon Fall Fest 2023 10:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. Join us for the 7th annual Winchendon Fall Fest! Pie Baking and Pie Eating Contests in the Clark parking lot, 10:00 a.m. On Central Street, Winchendon.
SATURDAY OCTOBER 14
Haunted Park Community Day Times TBD. Free and open to all, at the Winchendon Community Park, 86 Ingleside Rd. Music by Plead The 5th. Sponsored by the Winchendon Recreation Commission.
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 4
Fall Community Day Time TBA. Free and open to all, at the Winchendon Community Park, 86 Ingleside Rd. Theme TBA. Sponsored by the Winchendon Recreation Commission.
SATURDAY DECEMBER 2
Festival of Lights All day. Free and open to all, at the Winchendon Community Park, 86 Ingleside Rd. Theme TBA. Sponsored by the Winchendon Recreation Commission.
ONGOING
MONDAYS
Friends Book Sale The Friends of the Library Book Sale has been suspended until the library's infrastructure project is complete. The space is being repurposed for the provision of basic library services while building upgrades are undertaken. The Book Sale will return when the project is complete. Unfortunately, donations cannot be accepted at this time. As always, the Friends appreciate our generous donors and patrons. They help us to to support a wide array of library programming and activities.
AA Meeting 7:45 p.m. Open meeting, all are welcome. UU Church of Winchendon, 126 Central Street.
TUESDAYS
PPAL Family Networking and Social Group 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Are you looking for parent to parent support? Do you need help finding resources to support your child or have questions about services? If you answer "yes," you should definitely attend! This group meets both in person and via Zoom. At the Winchendon CAC, 273 Central St. AND Zoom link https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85808687434. Funded by the MA Department of Mental Health. For more info contact ParentSupportGroup@PPAL.net. www.PPAL.net, www.facebook.com/PPAL. (No meeting the 5th Tuesday of the month.)
Love'n Local Farm Stand 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. The CAC Farm Stand accepts SNAP/HIP, debit and credit cards for fresh produce. Inside the Winchendon CAC, 273 Central St.
WEDNESDAYS
Love'n Local Farm Stand 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. The CAC Farm Stand accepts SNAP/HIP, debit and credit cards for fresh produce. Inside the Winchendon CAC, 273 Central St.
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.
Girls' Circle Afterschool Program 3:00-4:30 p.m. Presented by the Winchendon Skillshare program. At the Winchendon CAC, 273 Central St. Sign up with this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfas8x0CbK3N-CwCXVK_T49TVuT1OyE408XfMVQAbrVwKEYVQ/viewform
Meet-Up With the Kiwanis 6:30 p.m. 2ND AND 4TH WEDNESDAYS EACH MONTH. All are welcome! Come join in community projects, make new friends, make your community better, have some fun! Younger folks welcome. For more information, call Cailte Kelly, 978-413-9930. Hosted by Kiwanis of Winchendon MA. At the Clark Memorial YMCA Community Room (in new gymnastics building down by the bike path), 155 Central St., Winchendon.
Sunshine Café 3:00-6:00 p.m. Come support youth programs and your community by enjoying fair trade coffee, herb tea, fresh pastries and treats at this 100% youth-run enterprise! Upstairs at the Winchendon CAC, 273 Central St.
THURSDAYS
Love'n Local Farm Stand 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. The CAC Farm Stand accepts SNAP/HIP, debit and credit cards for fresh produce. Inside the Winchendon CAC, 273 Central St.
FRIDAYS
Love'n Local Farm Stand 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. The CAC Farm Stand accepts SNAP/HIP, debit and credit cards for fresh produce. Inside the Winchendon CAC, 273 Central St.
SATURDAYS
Sunshine Café 9:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m. Come support youth programs and your community by enjoying fair trade coffee, herb tea, fresh pastries and treats at this 100% youth-run enterprise! Upstairs at the Winchendon CAC, 273 Central St.
Winchendon Citizen Science 9:30-10:30 a.m. Become a trained Citizen Scientist and help to collect information on plant and animal species in the Winchendon area. Your data will help develop tools to support a wide range of decisions related to allergies, wildfires, water and conservation. At the Sunshine Café, Winchendon CAC, 273 Central St. Register here: https://forms.gle/aiwtm5VhBvoiZwJn6