Clyde’s Corner
It's Happening Around the Winch!
FRIDAY NOVEMBER 1
A Taste of Giving 13th Annual Tasting and Dance 7:00-11:30 p.m. To benefit programs and services at the Clark Memorial YMCA. Enjoy a night on the town, featuring music by Souled Out Showband, while sampling local beer, wine, cheese, appetizers and sweets. Tickets $25 per person. Sponsor a table for $300 per table. At American Legion Post 193, 295 School St., Winchendon.
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 2
Breakfast at the 99 7:30-9:30 a.m. All proceeds go to the Gardner Boys and Girls Club. $5 per person, $2 per kid, includes 2 pancakes, 2 strips of bacon, scrambled eggs, homefries, toast, coffee, juice. 99 Restaurant, 299 Tympani Blvd, Gardner, MA.
2nd Annual Harper Grace Scholarship Fund 5 K Run/Walk 9:00 a.m. The Harper Grace Memorial Scholarship Fund was established by dear friends of Harper Grace (November 2-November 4, 2017) and her parents as a way to honor her legacy. The fund provides scholarship money to senior student athletes studying for careers in human services at a four-year college or university. At the Murdock Middle-High School, 3 Memorial Dr., Winchendon. Register at Racewire.com.
Holiday Mailing Party 9:00-10:30 a.m. Operation Winchendon Cares will send its packages for the holidays to those serving from the area. We want to be certain everyone gets a good package with a great variety in time for the festive season, so if you can, bake, add a few words of encouragement to a card, check our list of needed supplies at winchendoncares.com, or come help! At the American Legion Post 193 (downstairs), 295 School St., Winchendon.
Kitten Yoga to Benefit Ahimsa Haven 10:00-11:00 a.m. Enjoy a gentle yoga session with adorable kittens, led by Jennifer Peck. $20 per person. To register, go to www.ahimsahaven.org and use the PayPal "Donate" button to pay. Type "Kitten Yoga" in the box for "special instructions." All proceeds benefit the shelter animals. At Ahimsa shelter space, 202 Central St., Winchendon.
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 9
Hyde Park Craft Fair 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Seasonal crafts, necklaces, beaded items, wreaths, etched glass, bracelets, key chains, flea market, refreshments, bake sale, ticket auction & raffles. 67 Hyde Park Dr., Winchendon
American Legion 100th Anniversary Ball. 6:00 p.m. Public welcome, tickets $30 per person, available from any Legion family member. 6:00 p.m., cocktails, 6:45 p.m. sit-down dinner, 8:00 p.m. dancing. At the American Legion Post 193, 295 School St., Winchendon.
SUNDAY NOVEMBER 10
A walk through time with The American Legion. 1:00-4:00 p.m. American Legion Post 193, 295 School Street, Winchendon. Come celebrate 100 years of Winchendon residents who served our country.
TUESDAY NOVEMBER 12
Community Dinner 5:30-7:00 p.m. Enjoy a yummy and healthy meal in community! The Winchendon School Main Dining Hall, 172 Ash St., Winchendon. 978-297-1223.
FRIDAY NOVEMBER 15
Open Mic Night 7:00-9:00 p.m. At H.O.P.E., 29 Pleasant St., Gardner, MA.
CATURDAY NOVEMBER 16
Ahimsa Haven Benefit Gala 5:00 p.m. Raise your paws for a great cause! Westminster Country Club, 51 Ellis Road, Westminster. Silent auction, buffet dinner, live auction. Tickets $30 per person from ahimsahaven.org.
SUNDAY NOVEMBER 24
Holiday Shopping with HOPE Come to Cup of HOPE and start your holiday shopping early with more than 10 vendors, Tarot card readings, free gift wrapping, delicious coffee and live music! At H.O.P.E., 29 Pleasant St. Gardner, MA.
FRIDAY NOVEMBER 29
Spirit of Christmas Toy Drive 12:00-4:00 p.m. Bring your new or gently used, unwrapped toys to the UU Church of Winchendon to be distributed to families in need this holiday. People with funny hats will be there to greet you and gratefully accept your donations. If you'd like to volunteer to help accept toys or decorate the sanctuary for our December open house, please just come on down! UU Church of Winchendon, 126 Central St., Winchendon.
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 30
Small Business Saturday! 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Shop at your local small businesses! Small Business Saturday Vendor Fair on Central Street, Winchendon.
Shop Small in downtown Gardner Downtown Gardner will be getting festive with holiday spirit! Come by Cup of HOPE and HOPEful Boutique for some great deals! 29 Pleasant St., Gardner, MA.
TUESDAY DECEMBER 10
Community Dinner 5:30-7:00 p.m. Enjoy a yummy and healthy meal in community! The Winchendon School Main Dining Hall, 172 Ash St., Winchendon. 978-297-1223.
SATURDAY DECEMBER 14
Holiday House Tour 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Please join the Winchendon History and Cultural Center for one of the favorite events of the holiday season. We have lined up a beautiful selection of homes and buildings this year. You are sure to enjoy it. Also, we will feature our newest acquisition: the Old Centre Church! On the lower level function hall of the church we will have holiday table settings for you to see and enjoy. This is always a fun day for us to showcase all the beautiful homes we have in town. Mark your calendars, this is the biggest house tour yet! Tickets are $20, and that gets you access to all the homes and buildings. Tour them at your own pace, and in any order you like. Tickets available at www.winchendonhistory.com.
ONGOING
MONDAYS
Old Murdock Senior Center 9:30 a.m. Chair Exercise - exercise to your skill level. 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon. 978-297-3155.
Beals Memorial Library 1:00-8:00 p.m. Friends of the Library Book Donation Day every Monday. No textbooks, encyclopedias, dictionaries, obsolete non-fiction, books in poor condition or books more than five years old. 50 Pleasant St., Winchendon.
Kendama Club at the CAC 4:00-5:00 p.m. Kids, teens and adults are welcome to try out this new craze from Japan. Kendama is a skill toy that develops self-confidence, hand/eye coordination and patience. The Kendama community is growing fast and holds nationwide competitions. To learn more, come on down and try it! Winchendon CAC, 273 Central St.
AA Meeting 7:45 p.m. Open meeting, all are welcome. UU Church of Winchendon, 126 Central Street.
TUESDAYS
Old Murdock Senior Center 9:30 a.m. Wii bowling, Pool/Card Games/Shuffleboard. Come join us for Wii bowling, or play a game of pool or shuffleboard upstairs. 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon. 978-297-3155.
Beals Memorial Library 3:30-4:30 p.m. Lego Club. For Children of all ages. Join in on the fun as the Library Auditorium becomes a Lego construction zone! Come and create, build and express your LEGO creativity! For more information about this and other programs by call 978-297-0300 or visit www.bealslibrary.org. 50 Pleasant Street, Winchendon.
Beals Memorial Library 5:30-6:30 p.m. Yoga with Paula Lashua-Brisbois For Adults and Teens. $7.00 Per Class. Yoga mats are available. Please bring your own block. All skill levels welcomed. For more information about this and other programs call 978-297-0300 or visit www.bealslibrary.org. 50 Pleasant Street, Winchendon.
WEDNESDAYS
Old Murdock Senior Center 9:30 a.m. Chair Exercise at Old Murdock - exercise to your skill level. 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon. 978-297-3155.
Old Murdock Senior Center 9:30 a.m. ZUMBA with Alisha. Join Alisha on Wednesday mornings and Zumba! Participate at your comfort level. 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon. 978-297-3155.
Old Murdock Senior Center 10:30 a.m. YOGA with Susan. Even if you’re a beginner, you’ll be gently stretching in no time. Please bring your own mat. Open to everyone aged 50 and up. 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon. 978-297-3155.
Old Murdock Senior Center 12:30 p.m. Even more BINGO! 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon. 978-297-3155.
Beals Memorial Library 3:30-5:00 p.m. Teen Dungeons & Dragons for Grades 6-12. Have you ever wanted to try a role-playing game? Join us every Wednesday for Dungeons and Dragons! In this classic role-playing game, you create your character, choose how they interact with the story, and use dice to decide the outcomes of your actions. The Beals Library will provide the materials, or bring your own! All skill levels welcomed. Snacks will be provided. For more information about this and other programs by call 978-297-0300 or visit www.bealslibrary.org. 50 Pleasant Street, Winchendon.
BINGO! at Hyde Park 6:00 p.m. Hyde Park residents hold bingo in the community hall every Wednesday night. It's inexpensive, just two cards for 5 cents, and the community is invited! Anyone over the age of 50 is welcome to join in. We'd love to have more players.
Dinner With The Kiwanis 6:30 p.m. The Kiwanis of Winchendon meet the second and fourth Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. at the Carriage House Restaurant. Come be part of the service club that concentrates on helping local children with the Backpack Program at the public elementary schools, Breakfast with Santa and yes, the Family Fun Day with the Massachusetts state level chili cook off every summer. We need your help. Stop in any Wednesday, we’d love to meet you! 660 Spring St., Winchendon.
Scouts BSA Troop 6 for Girls 7:00-8:30 p.m. The Troop offers monthly camp outs, hikes, paddling, peddling, and rock climbing depending on the interests of the youth. Troop 6 for Girls provides rank advancement opportunities, including Eagle Scout, in conjunction with resources from Scouts BSA Troop 6 for Boys, Heart of New England Council, and all National BSA programs. For further information email Troop6.Girls@gmail.com, or stop by a meeting. Sponsored by Gardner American Legion Post 129, 22 Elm St., Gardner, in the lower hall.
Trivia Night at Zoe's 8:00 p.m. Ryan Murphy hosts Trivia Night at Zoe's Restaurant, 435 Spring St., Winchendon. No entry fee, gather your friends and create a team or come anyway and we'll match you up (some people challenge us all by themselves!).
THURSDAYS
Old Murdock Senior Center 9:30 a.m. Wii bowling, Pool/Card Games/Shuffleboard. Come join us for Wii bowling, or play a game of pool or shuffleboard upstairs. 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon. 978-297-3155.
Toy Town Market 4:00-7:00 p.m. The Market will be on the front lawn of the UU Church, 126 Central St., Winchendon, as long as weather permits. New vendors welcome! Applications available at the market or request one at winchendon.agcom@gmail.com.
Our Neighbor's Kitchen Community Dinner 5:30 p.m. First and third Thursdays of the month at Immaculate Heart of Mary church, 52 Spruce Street, Winchendon. Second and fourth Thursdays of the month at UU Church of Winchendon, 126 Central Street, Winchendon. Suggested donation, $2 per person, $5 per family. No one turned away.
SATURDAYS
Toy Town Market 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. The Market will be on the front lawn of the UU Church, 126 Central St., Winchendon, as long as weather permits. New vendors welcome! Applications available at the market or request one at winchendon.agcom@gmail.com.
Beals Memorial Library is now open on Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
