What are your plans this weekend? Looking for something to do? Here is a list of what is going on around/near Upton.
If you would like to see your event/activity listed email jenniferd@uptondaily.com
Friday January 24
ALS Dinner Fundraiser – 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. at Nipmuc Regional High School. $10 at the door. Enjoy delicious food, raffles, guest speakers, and guests will have the chance to win autographed items by Curt Schilling. Raising funds for ALS – Lou Gehrig’s disease.
The Milford Performing Arts Center presents The Voltakk – at the Hopedale Unitarian Parish, 65 Hopedale Street, Hopedale: 7:00 PM on Friday, January 24, 2014 and Saturday, January 25, 2014; and 1:00 PM on January 25, 2014. Tickets include show plus huge appetizers and dessert buffet: Advance $12 for students/seniors, $16 for adults; and $16 and $18 at the door. Cash bar also available. For more information visithttp://www.milfordpac.org/, call the studio at 508 473-1684, or email us at milfordpac@verizon.net.
A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Forum – 7 p.m. at Milford High School performed by the Milford Public Schools Faculty. A hilarious story of young love, mistaken identities, disguises, and surprises in the winding streets of ancient Rome. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students and children. All proceeds will be used to create an Emergency Fund for Milford students and their families who suffer a fire or other calamity.
Jersey Boys – 8 p.m. Hanover Theater
Saturday January 24
Public Skating at Blackstone Valley Ice Arena in Hopedale – 11 a.m. to 12:50
Guided Winter Hike at West Hill Dam – 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. – Explore one of the natural treasures within the watershed. Susan Thomas, BRWA Program Assistant and a natural history guide for Mass Audubon, will guide a scenic hike through pine and oak woodlands, along the West River, and past open meadows of this vibrant wildlife management area. Along the way, Ms. Thomas will share her knowledge of the plants and animals of the area, as well as the hydrological features of this federally managed flood control project. This will be a moderate, 3-mile hike. The ground is uneven and could be snow-covered or muddy depending on the weather. Wear appropriate footwear and bring water. Following the hike enjoy warm drinks and refreshments. Meet at the West Hill Dam and Office Entrance, 518 East Hartford Avenue, Uxbridge, MA (this entrance is just beyond the entrance for the West Hill Park) For more information please e-mailevents@thebrwa.org, or call 508-278-5200.
Flora in Winter Worcester Art Museum – Breathtaking flowers bloom in the galleries during our annual Flora in Winter four-day fundraiser. During this premier floral design event, skilled arrangers from across the region create captivating and imaginative interpretations of artworks in virtually every gallery of the Museum. It is a succulent feast for the eyes and spirit in the middle of winter.
FAFSA Day Massachusetts – 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 26, 2014, at Blackstone Valley Tech’s 65 Pleasant Street campus in Upton.
Upton Police Department Youth Recreation Night at BVT – 6:00-9:00 p.m.
The Milford Performing Arts Center presents The Voltakk – at the Hopedale Unitarian Parish, 65 Hopedale Street, Hopedale: 7:00 PM on Friday, January 24, 2014 and Saturday, January 25, 2014; and 1:00 PM on January 25, 2014. Tickets include show plus huge appetizers and dessert buffet: Advance $12 for students/seniors, $16 for adults; and $16 and $18 at the door. Cash bar also available. For more information visithttp://www.milfordpac.org/, call the studio at 508 473-1684, or email us at milfordpac@verizon.net.
A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Forum – 7 p.m. at Milford High School performed by the Milford Public Schools Faculty. A hilarious story of young love, mistaken identities, disguises, and surprises in the winding streets of ancient Rome. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students and children. All proceeds will be used to create an Emergency Fund for Milford students and their families who suffer a fire or other calamity.
Live Entertainment at the Rose Garden Upton
Live Music of Heather Deary – at Red Rock Grill Upton – 7:00 p.m. – 9:30
Sunday January 26
Jazz Brunch at V organic Cafe – 62 Main Street Upton – 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. – 508-529-2900
Goss Pond Hike – 1 p.m. Explore on of Upton’s Treasures – The small pond near the West River is fringed by a floating bog mat which is most easily accessed in winter. On the hike you will see black spruce and perhaps other bog plants poking through the snow and take an optional hike to the West River. For questions or cancellation notices send an email to uptonopenspaceevents@charter.net.
Flora in Winter Worcester Art Museum – Breathtaking flowers bloom in the galleries during our annual Flora in Winter four-day fundraiser. During this premier floral design event, skilled arrangers from across the region create captivating and imaginative interpretations of artworks in virtually every gallery of the Museum. It is a succulent feast for the eyes and spirit in the middle of winter.
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