Things To Do around Westwood this Labor Day Weekend: Friday, Aug 29 - Monday, September 1

After a little rain currently in the forecast for Friday, the Labor Day weekend is looking sunny and delightful with temperatures in the mid-70s. If it doesn't get rained out, the Wolverines scrimmage against the Dragons on Flahive Field. Or take shelter from the expected wet on Friday with an indoor planetarium program at the Christa McAuliffe Center. Then on Saturday, take a hike, explore the woods, and/or enjoy an outdoor concert. And there's yet another opportunity to introduce a new generation to the film that is considered the first summer blockbuster, Jaws, which will be screening in 35 mm through Labor Day weekend.

Especially for weather dependent events, make sure you check for any changes in scheduling before heading out. Enjoy your holiday weekend!

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Summer Public Planetarium Program: In Saturn's Rings - Fri Aug 29 6:00 pm

Christa McAuliffe Center and FSU Planetarium at Framingham State University

The program includes a live presentation of current astronomy topics paired with a planetarium film with lavishly arranged visuals as we visit distant galaxies, tour the planets of the inner Solar System, Jupiter, its moons, and - of course - Saturn's rings. [more details]

Varsity Football: Westwood High School vs. Duxbury High School - Fri Aug 29 6:00 pm

Westwood High School Flahive Field

The Westwood Wolverines warm up for their fall season. Watch a scrimmage with the Duxbury Dragons. [more details]

Herptiles on the Hill - Sat Aug 30 9:30 am

Blue Hills Trailside Museum

This guided hike through Blue Hills is an opportunity for adults to connect with nature in searching for the reptiles and amphibians of the area: frogs, salamanders, snakes and turtles. During the 1.5 hour event, participants will learn about the species and their adaptations. Registration is required. [more details]

The Life of a Log - Sat Aug 30 10:00 am

Blue Hills Trailside Museum

Through games and interactive activities for families with children aged 6 - 10 years old, learn how fallen trees become habitats for insects, small animals, and plants. A short hike will present an opportunity to search for a log habitat. Registration is required. [more details]

Rock the Woods! Outdoor Music Festival - Sun Aug 31 12:00 pm

Rocky Woods

From noon to 5:00 p.m., Trustees of Reservations holds its annual outdoor music festival with headliner, The Peacheaters, an Allman Brothers tribute band. Opening acts include local musicians Sarah Blacker and Eliza Smith. Bring a blanket and settle in. Well-behaved dogs on leash are welcome. Food and beverages are available for purchase, but no outside food/drink, please. Trustees members receive a discount on admission. [more details]

Jaws: 50th Anniversary - Showing daily from Fri Aug 29 through Thurs Sept 4, various times

Coolidge Corner Theatre

Considered to be the first summer blockbuster, this 1975 movie thriller was directed by Steven Spielberg and won three academy awards. The story about a great white shark terrorizing the public will be screening in 35mm through Labor Day weekend, from Friday, August 29th through Monday, September 1.  All other shows will be screening digitally. [more details]

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