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Things To Do around Westwood this New Year's Weekend - Saturday, Dec 31 - Sunday, Jan 1

Darlene Cancell Editor

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Still thinking about fun, local options for celebrating New Year's Eve or New Year's Day? Check out the ideas below. There are two opportunities for fireworks, hikes to get you started on your New Year's fitness resolutions, and entertainment options as well.

Be sure to call ahead before leaving home, to check if any event information has changed due to weather or other reason. Enjoy your time, however you close out this year, and have a Happy New Year!

New Year's Eve Hike- Sat Dec 31 8:30 am

Powisset Farm

Meet up with Westwood Community Trails at Powisset Farm's parking lot for a hike that explores Noanet Woodlands and Powisset Farm. No dogs allowed. [more details]

New Year's Eve at Patriot Place- Sat Dec 31 3:00 pm

Patriot Place

From 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., visitors can participate in magic tricks and have a caricature portrait taken while enjoying music and more. Pat Patriot, Slyde and the Patriot Cheerleaders will also be on hand to help celebrate. [more details]

Frog Pond Skating Spectacular- Sat Dec 31 6:00 pm

Boston Common Frog Pond

National and international figure skaters and synchronized skaters perform in this annual tradition and free event, open to the public. Fireworks will follow the show at 7:00 p.m. [more details]

New Year's Eve Fireworks - Sat Dec 31 7:00 pm

Westwood High School

Roche Bros. is sponsoring a New Year's Eve fireworks show at Westwood High School. This event is free and open to the public. [more details]

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King's New Year's Celebration - Sat Dec 31 9:00 pm

King's Dining and Entertainment

King's is holding a New Year's celebration from 9:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 31st through the first hour of the new year with the theme, "Shaken, not Stirred." Sounds like a party out of a 007 spy adventure! [more details]

Shaun the Sheep Movie- Sat Dec 31 10:30 am & Sun Jan 1 10:30 am

Coolidge Corner Theatre

This family movie follows Shaun the Sheep in his first big screen appearance, as he leaves the farm for city adventures. Suitable for ages two years-old and older, the story is also about appreciating the important people in our lives. [more details]

First Day Hike- Sun Jan 1 11:00 am

Blue Hills Reservation

A wildlife demo and options to purchase hot cocoa and snacks begin at 11:00 a.m. The hike, led by Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation staff, departs at noon. Choose an easy to moderate trek of one or two hours, based on your comfort and ability. Call for inclement weather updates. [more details]