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Lakeville Lions to offer CPR classes

LAKEVILLE — Learn how to save a life at the Lakeville Lions Club monthly CPR classes. These CPR/AED courses are held at the group’s clubhouse on 170 Main St. and include Basic Life…

Don’t get burned: Lakeville residential burn permit requirements

LAKEVILLE — Residential burn permits are required for all open burning in Lakeville and must be obtained prior to any burning activity. Only permits that…

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Free energy efficiency guide for landlords

MIDDLEBORO — Making rental properties more energy efficient offers numerous financial benefits to landlords, even though they may not be the ones paying the heating bills. Area nonprofit Sustainable Middleboro has published a free 20-page “Guide to...

Middleboro Youth Citizenship Award

MIDDLEBORO — Do you know a young Middleboro resident who deserves a $500 citizenship award? The Middleboro Democratic Town Committee is introducing a new annual Youth Citizenship Award program that awards $500 cash prize to youth residents who are...

Fire performers and ice mosaics on their way to Middleboro

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MIDDLEBORO — A massive gallery of frozen artwork and fire dancing performances are coming to Middleboro. Attendees can explore a glacial gallery featuring dozens of large artworks composed of colorful ice shards at a two day event hosted at the KOA...

Things to do: Jan. 22 - Jan. 28

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UNTIL FEB. 17 Stitched sacrifice LAKEVILLE — An exhibit exploring the sacrifices of military members through quilt artwork will fill the Great Ponds Gallery at the Lakeville Public Library until Feb. 17. The Great Ponds Gallery's new exhibit...

‘Sacrifice: The Heart of the Military’ quilt art exhibit now showing at the Lakeville library

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LAKEVILLE — An exhibit exploring the sacrifices of military members through quilt artwork will fill the Great Ponds Gallery at the Lakeville Public Library until Feb. 17. The Great Ponds Gallery's new exhibit titled "Sacrifice: The Heart of the...

Lakeville adult knitters club hooks into good times at weekly knitting group

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LAKEVILLE — In a quiet corner of the Lakeville Public Library, an adult knitters group meets every week to collaborate, create and come together to share the love of knitting and crocheting. The club meets at the library every Thursday, from 4 to 6...

Alzheimer’s caregivers support group

MIDDLEBORO — A support group for caregivers, led by a representative of the Alzheimer’s Association, will be held at the Middleboro Council on Aging this month. At the support group, Jenn Hoadley of the Alzheimer’s Association will lead a discussion...

Learn about Social Security updates, new policies at Middleboro COA presentation

MIDDLEBORO — A discussion on Social Security updates and policies will be held at the Middleboro Council on Aging. The upcoming discussion will be held at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 13, and will focus on the latest changes from the Social Security...

Annual Lakeville Lions Comedy Show to return with roaring laughs

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LAKEVILLE — Three comedians will hit the stage of Loon Pond Lodge this month at the annual Lakeville Lions Comedy Show. Doors open for the show at 6:45 p.m., and performances begin at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 31 at Loon Pond Lodge at 28 Precinct...

Things to do: Jan. 8 - Jan.15

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THURSDAY, JAN. 8 Brain bootcamp MIDDLEBORO — The Middleboro Council on Aging will host a “Brain Teaser Boot Camp” workshop, an informational event on the mental and social benefits of puzzles. The event will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 8,...

Lakeville COA goes back in time to welcome new year

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LAKEVILLE — The Lakeville Council on Aging had a blast from the past on Friday, Jan. 2, welcoming 2026 by going back in time with a disco themed New Year’s party. Attendees danced as DJ Dave played disco-music favorites at the council. People...

Brain teaser bootcamp at the Middleboro COA

MIDDLEBORO — The Middleboro Council on Aging will host a “Brain Teaser Boot Camp” workshop, an informational event on the mental and social benefits of puzzles. The event will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 8, at the council, where presenters...

Recycling holiday decor lights? Here’s where to bring them

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LAKEVILLE — From now until Jan. 10, the Lakeville Public Library and the Center on Aging will be collecting string lights and extension cords for proper disposal. The collection aims to properly dispose of these items, since they can get tangled in...

Leftover Styrofoam can be recycled at Middleboro nonprofit event

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MIDDLEBORO — Bring Styrofoam from the holiday season to a recycling event in Middleboro. On Saturday, Jan. 10, a Styrofoam collection event will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Department of Public Works, located at 65 Sachem St. The...

Get filled-in on Lakeville happenings with the Lakeville Senior Connection

LAKEVILLE — Every month, leaders at the Lakeville Center on Aging host a broadcast show that discusses happenings at the center and across town. Lori, Cheryl and Karen from the center discuss and explain the current month's newsletter with some...

Things to do: Dec. 31 - Jan. 5

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WEDNESDAY, DEC. 31 Celebrate Middleboro MIDDLEBORO — The Town of Middleboro will host the second-ever “Celebrate Middleboro” New Year’s Eve event during the dawn of the new year. Attendees can expect a “noise parade” that will parade around the...

Happy New Year Disco

LAKEVILLE — Boogie into the New Year at the Lakeville Center on Aging. On Friday, Jan. 2 from 9:00 a.m. to 12 p.m., the center on aging will host a special edition of their weekly Friday Café with a disco-themed dance party. DJ Dave will spin...

PHOTOS: Middleboro police partake in pie-throwing fundraiser

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MIDDLEBORO — Middleboro School Resource Officers recently received a “pie-full” from kindergartens at the Memorial Early Childhood Center in Middleboro. School Resource Officers Wiksten, Porter, Valerio, along with Officer Marshall of the...

PHOTOS: Grinch spotted at Mullein Hill in Lakeville

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LAKEVILLE — The Grinch recently came by the Mullein Hill Christian Academy, accompanied by Lakeville Police officers, to hand out candy canes to students.

Lakeville COA finds the happiness in the holidays during annual luncheon

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LAKEVILLE — The Lakeville Center on Aging recently hosted their annual Holiday Luncheon, celebrating the holiday season with Lakeville’s older adults and special guests. During the festivities at Loon Pond Lodge at Ted Williams Camp, the Loon Pond...

Rotary Club members pitch in to help others during holiday season

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MIDDLEBORO — The Middleboro-Lakeville Rotary Club spent a recent Saturday fulfilling Christmas wish-lists for families in need. A dozen members and friends of the club spent last Saturday at My Brother’s Keeper, an area nonprofit that provides food...

Things to do: Dec. 24 - Jan. 5

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WEDNESDAY, DEC. 24 Candles and carols MIDDLEBORO — Sing a long to classic carols and find Chrsimas spirit this week. The Central Congregational Church of Middleboro will host a Christmas Eve candlelight service at the church, located at 2 Webster...

Middleboro to host second annual New Year’s Eve bonanza

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MIDDLEBORO — The Town of Middleboro will host the second-ever “Celebrate Middleboro” New Year’s Eve event during the dawn of the new year. Attendees can expect a “noise parade” that will parade around the block, and a firework display during the...

Arctic preschool playgroup at the Middleboro library

MIDDLEBORO — Join Julia Taylor, from Self Help Inc., for a five-week preschool playgroup for children ages 3 to 5. The group invites children and their caregivers to the Middleboro Public Library to explore Arctic Animals through crafts, activities...

Middleboro and Lakeville seek community input on internet access

Lakeville and Middleboro have partnered with the Southeastern Regional Planning and Economic Development District to complete a Regional Digital Equity Plan. The communities of Carver, Lakeville and Middleboro are working together to help everyone...

Middleboro Animal Shelter accepting donations

MIDDLEBORO — The Town of Middleboro is still accepting donations for the Middleboro Animal Shelter through the end of the year at the Town Clerk’s Office. There’s still time for dog owners to donate and be entered for a chance to receive a tag that...

Christmas Eve candlelight service at Central Congregational

MIDDLEBORO — Sing a long to classic carols and find Chrsimas spirit this week. The Central Congregational Church of Middleboro will host a Christmas Eve candlelight service at the church, located at 2 Webster St. at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 24. The...

Things to do: Dec. 17 - Dec. 25

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FRIDAY, DEC. 19 Drive through the holiday MIDDLEBORO — Drive through more than 500,000 holiday lights and inflatable displays at a holiday event at Peirce Playground this month. The Middleboro Parks Department is hosting their “Holiday Lights at...

Family fun craft days

LAKEVILLE — The HeArt and Soul Boutique and Studio of Lakeville will host two days of crafting fun for the whole family. The boutique, located at Unit 11 of the 54 Main St. business park in Lakeville, will have arts and crafts classes, hot cocoa and...

FreeLake Girl Scouts spread holiday cheer on half-day of school

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LAKEVILLE — Girl scouts recently took full advantage of a half day at school to sing holiday carols around town. The scouts of Freetown and Lakeville visited the Lakeville Senior Center, Lakeville Fire Department, Freetown Town Hall and the...

Christmas at the Oliver Estate: A Holiday Wonderland in Middleboro

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MIDDLEBORO — The historic Oliver Estate of Middleboro has transformed into a twinkling, Christmas site of celebration. Attendees can find festive holiday fun at the Oliver Estate, where the estate’s seven acres have been decorated with twinkling...

A Very Merry Middleboro caroling concert

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MIDDLEBORO — The Very Merry Dickens Carolers are coming to Middleboro this month. On Sunday, Dec. 21 at 2 p.m., the Peter H. Peirce Homestead group will be hosting a holiday concert at the Middleboro Town Hall. The Very Merry Dickens Carolers will...

Take a drive through Holiday Lights in Middleboro

MIDDLEBORO — Drive through more than 500,000 holiday lights and inflatable displays at a holiday event at Peirce Playground this month. The Middleboro Parks Department is hosting their “Holiday Lights at the Park” event through Dec. 19-21. Residents...

Things to do: Dec. 11 - Dec. 18

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THURSDAY, DEC. 11 It’s snow joke The Lakeville Public Library’s next crafting class will create 3D paper snowflakes during an evening of free, Christmas-crafting fun. The class will be held on Thursday, Dec. 11 at 6:00 p.m, and is free for the...

Free Christmas Concert full of the classics

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MIDDLEBORO — Those looking to get into the Christmas mood can find their fill at a free Christmas concert in Middleboro. Jamie Kimmett, a Scottish songwriter and recording artist, will perform a free Christmas concert as part of his Christmas...

Christmas Jubilee Pageant to wrap up Year of Hope

LAKEVILLE — St. Isidore Parish will host the final celebration of the Year of Hope with a pageant and musical program. The Christmas Jubilee Pageant event will be held at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 13, at Sts. Martha and Mary Church in Lakeville. The...

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer readys for Middleboro

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MIDDLEBORO — Rudolph will make a pitstop on the stage of Alley Theatre in Middleboro this month. Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer will soar off the screen in this youth musical adaptation of the age-old television special. The show opens Friday, Dec....

Things to do: Dec. 4 - Dec. 11

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Friday, Dec. 5 A Lions Christmas The Lakeville Lions Club is hosting their annual Christmas Tree Lighting and Toy Drive at 6 p.m. on Friday, Dec 5. The event will be held at the Lions Clubhouse, located at 170 Main St. Along with the tree lighting...

Support the Jimmy Fund while getting free snaps with Santa

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LAKEVILLE — Lakeville Reiki and meditation business, Trinity Lane, is hosting a free Santa-photo session, raffle contest and holiday activities to benefit the Dana Farber Cancer Institute’s Jimmy Fund Clinic. Photos with Santa are free of charge,...

Holly jolly holiday card making event

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LAKEVILLE — Tina Stracqualursi will instruct attendees, step by step, on how to make holiday cards using stamps, embossing and other embellishments during a workshop at the Lakeville library. Registration is now open for both workshops taking place...

Wrap it up before Christmas comes

MIDDLEBORO — Visit the Middleboro Public Library for a Holiday Wrapping Workshop to get ready for Chrismtas. Attendees can bring their gifts and use the library’s supply of holiday paper, gift tags, bags and bows to get their holiday packages...

Middleboro cannabis dispensary to host panel discussion, event on cannabis industry and social equity

MIDDLEBORO — The Thrive cannabis dispensary of Middleboro will host an educational event focused on job recruitment and social equity within the cannabis industry. This event will bring together experienced cannabis industry leaders, advocates,...

Christmas construction: Gingerbread House Making at the Lakeville library

LAKEVILLE — Find holiday cheer, food and fun at a Gingerbread House Making event at the Lakeville Public Library this month. The Friends of the Lakeville Library nonprofit are hosting the gingerbread house making workshop for their Holiday Open...

Duo holiday concert at the Lakeville library

LAKEVILLE — Get into the holiday spirit with Lisa Soares who has been singing professionally in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, senior centers and libraries for over 20 years. Soares will perform at the Lakeville library from 6 to 7:30...

Make toy donations and enjoy Christmas classics with the Lakeville Lions

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LAKEVILLE — The Lakeville Lions Club is hosting their annual Christmas Tree Lighting and Toy Drive at 6 p.m. on Friday, Dec 5. The event will be held at the Lions Clubhouse, located at 170 Main St. Along with the tree lighting and donation drive,...

Bend and stretch at the Middleboro library

MIDDLEBORO — Relaxation will flow into the library with Paige Hogg’s upcoming yoga class. Adults of all skill levels are encouraged to attend the Middleboro Public Library’s monthly yoga sessions, with the next being held Dec. 10 at 6:30 p.m. The...

Arts and crafts: 3D paper snowflakes

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LAKEVILLE — The Lakeville Public Library’s next crafting class will create 3D paper snowflakes during an evening of free, Christmas-crafting fun. The class will be held on Thursday, Dec. 11 at 6:00 p.m, and is free for the public to attend. The...

Things to do: Nov. 26 - Dec. 6

Shoppers browse goods at a past holiday craft fair. Photo source: Lakeville Arts Council

Friday, Dec. 5 Wrap up holiday shopping at Lakeville’s craft fair LAKEVILLE — The Loon Pond Lodge will be full of festive shopping, food and tunes at the All That Glitters holiday fair. The event at 28 Precinct St. will run from 5-8 p.m. on...

Donate to a paw-sitive cause

MIDDLEBORO — Competition will be ruff this year for the Town Clerk’s office’s new competition. The Top Dog competition will be a raffle to win the number one dog tag for 2026. Pet parents can donate items to the Middleborough Animal Shelter in...

Middleboro church sends gifts around the world

Volunteers stand with the gift boxes they packed at Central Congressional Church. Photo source: Central Congressional Church

MIDDLEBORO — Central Congressional Church members of all ages recently put a bow on their Christmas giving project. The team of volunteers filled over 250 shoebox-sized packages with school supplies, hygiene materials and toys for children in...