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There will be no school Monday-Friday, February 20-24 for Winter Break. We hope you and your families enjoy the week!
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2023-2024 SCHOOL CALENDAR |
At the School Committee meeting that was held on Thursday, February 2, the 2023-2024 School Year Calendar was Approved. School Committee also approved the 2024 Medway High School Graduation date. Click here to view!
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KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION |
Kindergarten registration for 2023-2024 school year is now OPEN! Directions on how to register. Use this link to register. Please reach out to the McGovern Elementary School with questions at 508-533-3243.
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Join us as we celebrate Read Across America Week with a family bingo night on March 3! Doors open at 5:30. First game at 6:00.
Concessions will be available for sale. Registration is required. Suggested donation $20 per family includes: bingo cards, raffle tickets and a gift for each child!
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88 KEYS FOR KIDS CAMPAIGN |
88 Keys for Kids Campaign and Medway Friends of Performing Arts Annual Campaign. Medway Public Schools, in partnership with our support organizations, are excited to invite funding contributions to support the purchase of a new professional performance piano and additional performing arts department needs! For fundraising details, please click here.
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MEDWAY COMMUNITY EDUCATION |
Learn all about the High School Student Athlete to College Student Athlete Recruitment process! Join "College Solutions" for this Webinar on Feburary 28th, 6:30-7:30pm. Register here.
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MEDWAY COMMUNITY EDUCATION |
GIRLS DAY OUT! Make your own luxurious beauty products at Molly Apothecary! This program is specifically for girls ages 12-17. Class will be held on February 23 from 2:00-4:00 pm. Sign your teen up with a bunch of friends and they will have fun making their own full-size beauty products.
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SPRING FLORAL BASKET DESIGN CLASS- Learn how to create a vibrant floral basket design with spring blooms! Your instructor, Dawn, will guide you through the process to create your own beautiful arrangement.Class to be held on Monday, March 13 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Sign up today!
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Join us on one of the most unique trips to Green Animal Topiary Garden part of the Newport Mansion association.
Daffodils and tulips should be in bloom. A perfect trip for Mother's Day, on Saturday, May 13. Pack a picnic lunch
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All Town Offices will be CLOSED on Monday, February 20, 2023 in observance of the President's Day holiday.
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This Black History Month, Medway Marches are hosting an Art Workshop for Medway Middle School students (grades 5-8) at the Medway Public Library, 26 High Street. Join us in the Cole Room on February 23 from 11:00 am-3:00 pm. Students will learn about three influential Black Artists and have the opportunity to create 2-D and 3-D works of art inspired by their unique styles. This event is FREE. Please register using this link.
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The Town Clerk's Office would like to make residents aware to keep an eye out in their mailboxes for the census. We would appreciate it if you could return the census within 10 days of receipt. If you have any questions, please call the Town Clerk's Office at 508-533-3204.
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The Town Clerk's Office would like to remind residents that dog licensing is open. First-time licensing or renewals will be available through March 31, 2023. There are a few ways to obtain a license: in person at the Town Clerk's Office, online (visit www.townofmedway.org/departments/townclerk or apply using the application or the QR code found on the back of the Census. Please note - there is a new dog licensing program due to the previous program unexpectedly closing business August 2022. OG LICENSING
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Nomination papers are now available for the May 16th, 2023, Town Election. To view the open seats and positions and for more information about what it means to be on a committee and the time commitment involved, please reach out to the town employee and/or board chair listed here. As always, we appreciate your time and commitment to the Town of Medway.
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CHARLES RIVER FLOOD MODEL PROJECT |
Climate change isn’t coming– it's here. Precipitation during heavy rain events increased by more than 71% between 1985 and 2007 in the northeastern United States. And, as our climate continues to warm, we are expecting even more severe storms. Watch this VIDEO to learn more about building resilience in the watershed with the Charles River floor model project:
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MEDWAY PARKS AND RECREATION
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Kids Charcuterie Fun! – St. Patrick’s Day themed
Grab your friends and head to the park to make a charcuterie board! It will be a great time with food, friends, and fun! Join us on Wednesday March 15 at 4pm in the Choate Park Snack Shack for the fun! For more details and to register visit: Kids Charcuterie Fun!
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MEDWAY PARKS AND RECREATION |
Puzzlers, get your family/team together and come to the Puzzlepalooza jigsaw puzzle challenge! Teams of two to five people will compete to finish a 500-piece puzzle in the shortest amount of time! Puzzle is provided. Maximum of 10 teams, so register early. There is a prize for first- and second-place finishers. Join us on Sunday March 12 at 4pm in the Medway Senior Center to be a puzzle palooza champion. For more details and to register visit: Puzzle Palooza
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MEDWAY PARKS AND RECREATION |
Are you and your grown-up ready for an adventure?! Meet at the playground at Choate Park for a Treasure Hike! Each week we will “hike” to a different part of the park and find some treasure! We will also see what nature has to offer! Join us on Thursdays in March from 11-11:45 am at Choate Park to be a treasure hunter. For more details and to register visit: Treasure Hikes
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MEDWAY PARKS AND RECREATION |
Summer Camp Registration!
Are you ready to plan your summer? Keep your kids busy this summer with our various programs. There is something for everyone whether you like sports, science, or even Slime! Registration is OPEN. To register please visit: Summer Programs
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FEBRUARY 2023 TAKE-OUT LUNCH OR EAT IN:
Lunch is offered every Tuesday and Thursday at the Oakland Café (76 Oakland St) from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM. All are welcome to join, just call and place your order, 508-533-3210. Meals are $4.00 and come with a dessert. Take-out meals can be picked up between 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM. All dine-ins to begin between 12:00 PM and 12:45 PM
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Are you an Elder who has questions about one of your technological devices? Sign up for this free session at the Center where a student will sit with you one on one and answer questions. Call the center at 508-533-3210 to register.
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Do you know a Veteran who would be willing to share their life story? We are starting to plan for the 6th Annual Veterans Project and would love to meet Veterans of any age. If you are interested or know someone who is, please contact the Medway Center at 508-533-3210.
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Annual Town Meeting is Monday, May 8, 2023. A special Town meeting will take place at 7:00 p.m. followed by the Annual Town meeting at 7:30 p.m. The meeting will take place in the auditorium of the High School, 88 Summer Street.
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Medway's Clean Sweep is Saturday, April 29. Get your team together to clean up Medway. This annual event is from 8:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. RAIN or SHINE. More information to come as the date gets closer.
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HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE DAY |
Household Hazardous Waste Day is Saturday, May 13, 2023, rain or shine, from 9:00 am. to 1:00 pm. at the Recycling Center, 46 Broad Street. (Event is for Medway residents ONLY). Please limit your items to 25 gallons or 25 pounds. It is a free drop-off service, and all the items will be removed from your vehicle! FLYER
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Town Election is Tuesday, May 16, 2023, from 7:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. at the Medway Middle School, 45 Holliston Street. More information to follow as the election date gets closer. Until then, save the date!
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This weekend, the Girl Scouts will have multiple cookie booths through out Town. The community is welcome to stop by the Loyal Companion on Saturday, February 18, from 10:00 am-4:00 pm. and/or the Muffin House Cafe (Main St.) on Sunday, February 19, from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Cookies can also be purchased online using this link:
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ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT FOR WATER & SEWER |
The Town of Medway seeks qualified candidates for a full-time (40) hour position as the Assistant Superintendent of Water & Sewer. Under the general supervision of the Water & Sewer Superintendent, the candidate is responsible for assisting the Superintendent in the administration of the Water and Sewer Division’s staff and programs pertaining to the construction, maintenance, and operation of the Town’s Water and Sewer systems. Submit resume to jsinclair@townofmedway.org. The full job description.
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HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE/HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR |
The Town of Medway, Department of Public Works, seeks qualified candidates for the position of Heavy Equipment Operator in the Highway Department. Responsibilities: Road maintenance and repair; operate all light and heavy department equipment to include but not limited to front end loaders, street sweepers, snowplows and sanders, back hoes, and trucks.Submit resume to jsinclair@townofmedway.org
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MEDWAY PARKS AND RECREATION |
Medway Parks and Recreation is looking for an experienced, patient, knowledgeable, and energetic staff member to serve as the Head Swimming Coach Director for the Medway/Millis Summer Swim Team. Responsibilities include attending all practices and swim meets (practice times are typically 7:00 am – 8:00 am); meets are held on Tuesday & Thursday evenings. A complete job description can be found here.
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MEDWAY PARKS AND RECREATION |
The Town of Medway’s Parks and Recreation Department is looking for an experienced, patient, knowledgeable, and energetic staff member to serve as the Assistant Director for the Choate Summer day program. Assist the Director in planning all facets of the camp, including theme days/weeks, leading meetings of entire staff and campers. Camp runs from July 10 - Aug. 25. Email jsinclair@townofmedway.org. The complete job description can be found here.
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MEDWAY PARKS AND RECREATION |
Choate Summer Camp Counselors - The Town of Medway’s Parks and Recreation Department is looking for experienced, patient, knowledgeable, and energetic staff to serve as camp counselors for the Choate Summer day program. Must be 18 years of age or older, experience working with children grade K-5 preferred, CPR and first aid certification required. (CPR and First Aid Training provided during staff training). Please email your application and resume to: jsinclair@townofmedway.org or send it to Human Resource Coordinator, 155 Village St. Medway, MA 02053
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The Town of Medway’s Parks and Recreation department is looking for an experienced, patient, knowledgeable, and energetic staff member to serve as the Camp Director for the Choate Summer day program. Responsibilities include: planning all facets of the camp, including theme days/weeks. Leading meetings of entire staff and campers. Responsible for the supervision and evaluation of staff. Creating activities that will be fun, educational, and developmentally appropriate for camp. Interacts frequently with parents and guardians of campers during drop-off and pick-up. Assists with organizing schedules and groups for each session. The complete job description.
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Medway Trail Club is hosting another Winterfire! Join us this Sunday, February 19 from 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. at Williamsburg Way (located off of West Street) and check out this great open space along Hopping Brook.
Enjoy complimentary hot chocolate, coffee and snacks, and discover the trails along Williamsburg Way!
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Medway Area Rainbow Community. This support group is a safe and welcoming space to meet with others who have
LGBTQ+ people in their lives, including families whose children have come out to
them, friends and significant others, or those who are interested in learning how to
become a better ally to LGBTQ+ people. Join us for support, connection & education. The next meeting is March 14 at 7:00 p.m. in the Medway Public Library. Flyer
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MEDWAY PARKS AND RECREATION |
We are putting the finishing touches on our Spring and Summer brochure. We are so excited for so many new and exciting programs that are scheduled. Registration for Medway residents opens on Monday, February 27 at 9am and Monday, March 6th at 9am for non-residents. Stay tuned for all the fun details!
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MEDWAY COMMUNITY EDUCATION |
Medway Community Education's 2023 Winter brochure. Check out the brochure here.
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Many people have asked how they can help our food pantries: Medway Village Church Food Pantry & Mahan Circle Food Pantry.
Monetary donations are currently being accepted.
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