Things To Do Around Westwood This Weekend and Beyond: Friday, April 25th to Thursday, May 1st

It's the time of year when festivals and yard sales pop up, and we've got the Science on State Street festival and a garage/estate sale hosted by the Daughters of the American Revolution this weekend, among other events. 

Looking ahead to next week, don't forget to vote in the Westwood Town Election! And take advantage of Westwood Council on Aging's Annual Shredding Day by bringing your sensitive documents that need shredding!

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FEATURED EVENTS

Westwood Annual Town Election (Updated) - Tue Apr 29 7:00 am

Westwood High School

Westwood's Annual Town Election will be held on Tuesday, April 29th. Registered voters can cast ballots at the Westwood High School gymnasium at 200 Nahatan Street, from from 7 AM to 8 PM. [more details]

Other Events

Everybody Loves Pirates by Frogtown Mountain Puppeteers - Fri, Sat & Sun Apr 25, 26, & 27 1:00 pm

Puppet Showplace Theater

A group of bumbling puppet pirates get in the way of the search for buried treasure undertaken by 8 year old Lucy and her goofy friend, Little Chucky. This performance is targeted for kids aged 4 through 9 years of age, but all ages can enjoy it. Everybody Loves Pirates stars 15 hand crafted mouth and rod puppets and an 8-foot paper mache pirate ship. [more details]

Live Music: Blues Express Plays High Powered Memphis Soul - Fri Apr 25 7:00 pm

The Fallout Shelter

This blues band plays guitar, drums, bass and harmonica with vocals all with an extra-large sense of performance. They've flipped a snare drum over mid-solo and then back again, tossed confetti into the audience, and play a "killer" harmonica. [more details]

DAR Garage/Estate Sale - Sat Apr 26 9:00 am

Barlow Lane

The Aaron Guild Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) will be holding its 21st Annual Garage/Estate Sale on Saturday, April 26 from 9 AM until 2 PM on Barlow Lane in Westwood (the first house on the right on Barlow Lane, just off Route 109). Take a peek at household items, jewelry, kitchen utensils, bric-a-brac, toys, books, tools, small furniture, and estate items. [more details]

Friends of the Westwood Library Book Sale - Sat Apr 26 10:00 am

Westwood Library Main Branch

The Friends of the Westwood Library opens its book store from 10 AM to 4 PM. Shop our collection of like-new books and puzzles! The inventory is updated weekly, which means you never know what gems you'll find on our shelves.  [more details]

Science on State Street - 10th Annual Science Festival - Sat Apr 26 12:00 pm

Christa McAuliffe Center and O'Connor Parking Lot at Framingham State University

From noon to 3 PM, visitors can enjoy Science on State Street - Framingham State University’s annual science festival, a community-wide event organized by the Christa McAuliffe Center in collaboration with MetroWest STEM Education Network. Participate in hands-on activities that explore science, technology, engineering, and math and the ways they support environmental justice, renewable energy, and environmental sustainability!  [more details]

2nd Annual Canton Public Library 5K Fun Run - Sun Apr 27 9:00 am

Canton Town Hall (start)

The Friends of the Canton Public Library are excited to announce the 2nd Annual Canton Public Library 5K Fun Run on Sunday, April 27, 2025.  The 5K Fun Run is open to serious runners, as well as casual enthusiasts, and anyone else who loves a good race! Families with strollers and walkers are encouraged to participate in this community event.
[more details]

Bereavement Group - Tue Apr 29 7:00 pm

St. Denis Church Hall

Seasons of Hope is a six week Christ-centered Bereavement Group that begins on April 29th. All are welcome, but must register in advance. [more details]

Annual Shredding Day - Thu May 1 10:00 am

Westwood Council on Aging

Westwood Council on Aging partners with the Norfolk District Attorney's Office to offer a free shredding day from 10 AM to 1 PM.  This is a rain or shine event. [more details]

You're in the loop! For more things to do, or to post your own event, visit Westwood Minute's Community Calendar.

You may also enjoy:

- DAR Announces 21st Annual Garage/Estate Sale

- EV Cars & Coffee Event, Sunday, May 18, 11 am-1 pm Westwood High School parking lot (Nahatan St side)

- 5K Fun Run on April 27th Benefits Canton Public Library

- Hale's Conservation Restrictions: Nearing the Finish Line . . . How We Got Here and What Comes Next?