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5-08-2025 9:09pm
Things To Do around Westwood This Weekend and Beyond: Friday, May 9th to Thursday, May 15th
Darlene Cancell
Editor
Rain on Friday has forced some changes, but need not dampen plans! Westwood High School juniors and seniors show off their fancy dress at an indoor Promenade this Friday afternoon. Also indoors is Needham Community Theatre's production of Little Women.
On Saturday, there's a pop up sale featuring Westwood Artists and a plant sale at Dedham's historic Fairbanks House, just in time for last-minute Mother's Day gifts.
For the civic minded, Westwood Democratic Caucus, open to any Westwood resident registered as a Democrat or Independent, elects its delegates to the MassDems Convention. You can also visit Westwood Fire Station's open house or celebrate the Town of Walpole at Walpole Day.
Speaking of celebrations, Westwood Public Library celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islanders Heritage Month with a free showing of My Neighbor Totoro, a G-rated animated film by Hayao Miyazaki.
Looking ahead to next week, on Monday, Westwood Girl Scouts holds a Try Girl Scouts event at their Scout House. On Wednesday, Mass Book Award-Honoree Francisco X. Stork, author of I Am Not Alone! gives a talk at Dedham Public Library. And on Thursday, Westwood Public School student musicians perform in their spring orchestra concert.
FEATURED EVENTS
Fairbanks Garden Club Plant Sale - Sat May 10 9:00 am
Fairbanks House
This annual plant sale by the Fairbanks Garden Club is being held from 9 AM to 12 PM, rain or shine. Cash or check only. Great plants at great prices! [more details]
Westwood Dems Coffee & Caucus - Sat May 10 10:00 am
Westwood Public Library
The 2025 Westwood Democratic Caucus will be held for the purpose of electing delegates to attend the MassDems Convention on Saturday, September 13, at the MassMutual Center in Springfield MA. Any registered Democrat or Independent residing in Westwood is welcome to attend. [more details]
Other Events
Westwood High School Promenade - Fri May 9 4:30 pm
Westwood High School gym
Come cheer on WHS juniors and seniors as they walk the red carpet, dressed to impress, before they board buses to head out for this year's prom! Due to weather, the Promenade will be held inside the WHS gym and begin at 4:30 p.m. [more details]
Stage: Little Women - Fri May 9 8:00 pm & Sat May 10 1:00 pm
Newman School
Needham Community Theatre's production of this timeless and timely story of family and love by Louisa May Alcott follows the March sisters’ journey from childhood to maturity in Concord, Massachusetts during the American Civil War. Get acquainted or reacquainted with the March sisters: Meg, the eldest; Jo, the high spirited tomboy; and gentle Beth, as well as their beloved Marmee and Father as they celebrate good times and endure the bad. [more details]
Westwood Artists Spring Pop Up Art Sale - Sat May 10 9:00 am
Westwood Plaza
Please join the Westwood Artists for their Mother's Day Pop Up Art Sale at the Westwood Plaza, between "Post and Toast," and in front of Decor & More, on Saturday, May 10th from 9 AM to 1 PM. [more details]
Westwood Fire Department Open House - Sat May 10 11:00 am
Fire Station 1
From 11 AM to 1 PM, the public is invited to visit Westwood's Fire Station 1, at 637 High Street, and gain insight into fire department operations and the needs of the current facility, as the Town of Westwood prepares to submit an article to voting residents, requesting funding for construction of a new building on the site. [more details]
Walpole Day - Sat May 10 11:00 am
Stone Field
Visitors will find a parade, live music, Kidz Zone, vendor market, food court, demonstrations and displays and more at Walpole Day. The event runs from 11 AM to 3 PM. [more details]
AAPI Film Series: My Neighbor Totoro - Sat May 10 2:00 pm
Westwood Main Library
For the first three Saturdays in May, Westwood Public Library celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islanders Heritage Month with a movie and fresh, hot, popcorn. The second film in the series is My Neighbor Totoro, a G-rated animated film by Hayao Miyazaki. [more details]
Try Westwood Girl Scouts - Animal Friends Party - Mon May 12 5:00 pm
Westwood Scout House
Caregivers and their school-aged children are encouraged to attend this free event to learn about Girl Scouting in their community. This Try Girl Scouts event includes a hands-on activity for kids, an overview of our programs for caregivers, and an opportunity to meet other families who are interested in participating in a local Girl Scout troop. [more details]
“I Am Not Alone”: A Conversation with Award-winning YA author, Francisco X. Stork - Wed May 14 4:00 pm
Dedham Public Library
Join the Dedham Public Library for a conversation with Mass Book Award-Honoree Francisco X. Stork, who is the author of the acclaimed Young Adult novel, I Am Not Alone! Stork’s page-turning thriller will appeal to anyone who has struggled to find their place in the world and offers insights into navigating mental health, love and community. [more details]
WPS Performing Arts: Orchestra Spring Concert - Thu May 15 6:30 pm
Westwood High School auditorium
Talented student musicians of Westwood Public Schools perform in their spring concert. Selections will be played by the elementary, middle, and high school orchestras. This performance is free and open to the community. [more details]
Stay in the loop of local things to do! For more, or to post your own event, visit Westwood Minute's Community Calendar.
Updated 5/9/2025 at 3:21 p.m.
