Dear Bigs, All the best, Angela Stokes

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1 Dear Bigs, Fall into fall! Whether it's apple picking with your Little, fall crafts or just pumpkin-spiced everything, we are excited to welcome fall. With the change of leaves comes a change at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Mass/Metrowest. I am sad to announce that I will be leaving the agency in a couple of weeks to pursue a new career opportunity at City Year Boston. The past 3 years at BBBSCM have truly been a honor and it's such fun supporting and getting to know so many of you. You are an inspiration to our Littles and to me and I will take all that I've learned with me to my next endeavor. Youth development and mentoring is imperative work and I'm grateful you all spend the time and dedication to make it a priority. Keep being awesome and I hope our paths cross in the future. All the best, Angela Stokes

2 If you are in need of support, resources or anything regarding your match, please do not hesitate to call the main BBBSCM office at (508) and someone can certainly assist you. Thank you for all that you do! The Community Team 35th Annual AppleFest Our most popular fall festival celebration including over 100 craft exhibitors, a farmers' market, kids entertainment and peak fall foliage viewing from the SkyRide. Also enjoy live music, the Giant Pumpkin Weigh-off, Apple Pie Baking and Eating Contests, along with additional family entertainment. Saturday October 13th-Sunday October 14th 10am-3pm 499 Mountain Rd. Princeton $11 Advance, $14 Door (Adults) ; $6 Advance, $9 Door Kids 6-12 Event details here. Kids Eat Free! Do you and your Little like to eat? Here s a way to make it more affordable! With the purchase of an adult

3 entrée kids (mostly 12 and under) eat free at the following places: Red Robin kids under 10 on Mondays TGI Fridays Mondays and Tuesdays Texas Roadhouse Tuesday nights Ruby Tuesday Tuesday nights Moe s Southwest Grill Tuesday nights UNO Chicago Grill Tuesday nights Denny s Tuesday nights Chick Fil-A Tuesdays 5:30-7:30pm Bertucci s Wednesday nights Qdoba Mexican Grill Sundays and Wednesdays 99 Restaurant day after the Red Sox win IHOP every day 4-8pm Community Harvest Project Drop-in and get your hands dirty volunteering to help the Community Harvest Project. Plant, tend, and harvest fresh fruits and vegetables that will be donated to local food banks. Drop in hours are available May

4 through October. Visit the website or Facebook page for details. Monday Saturday, May through October, 9 AM 12 PM, Community Harvest Project 37 Wheeler Rd, North Grafton, MA, Rent a Canoe at Wachusett Meadow Rent a canoe for use on Wachusett Meadow s Wildlife Pond! Explore the wildlife on the water. Visitors have been able to watch beavers and birds and experience the peaceful tranquility of canoeing on a sanctuary pond. Rentals available until October 31st. Saturday & Monday holidays, 10:00 am-3:30 pm; Sundays, 12:30-3:30 pm 11 Goodnow Rd. Princeton Members $10/hour, Non-members $15/hour STEM Saturday: Hour of Code with Minecraft Join us for this free drop-in thirty minute experience to take part in the global Hour of Code movement. Go behind the scenes to learn how to code, program, and play in your own Minecraft world. You ll use fun, interactive coding to learn how creativity and problem solving come together to make something all your own. Saturday October 6th 10-11am Microsoft The Natick Mall FREE

5 Register in advance here. Guided Tower Hill We ll explore a new theme each month and take a closer look at what nature has to offer on guided walks around our mile-long loop trail. Saturday October 6th 10:30am-12pm Tower Hill Botanic Garden Boylston $10 per match Pre-registration recommended here. Southborough Heritage Day Celebration There will be craft vendors, local community groups, live music, pie-eating contest, inflatable obstacle course, photo booth, food vendors/trucks, and more. Carve your own pumpkin and bring to the library to be joined with others and lit for a big Jack O Lantern viewing! Sunday October 7th-Monday October 8th Hours vary St. Mark s Field Southborough FREE Full schedule and event details here. Teen Read Week Celebrates: Reach for the Stars with Tarot Reading in the Teen Zone

6 Peer into the unknown with the Worcester Public Library's visiting tarot reader. Ask the cards your burning questions or take a peek into your future. Extra decks and books on tarot will be available for you to try your hand at reading for yourself. Specifically designed for ages Tuesday October 9th 4:30-6pm Teen The Main Library 3 Salem Square Worcester FREE Worcester Jazz Festival Break out your lawn chairs and picnic blankets as Worcester Jazz Festival 2018 is coming to the Worcester Common. Come out for a fun afternoon with some of the region s Best Jazz artists featuring the Worcester Jazz Collective, Carlos Odria group, NEJazz AllStars, International Touring Artists The Revolutionary Snake Ensemble, award-winning pianist Yoko Miwa, and Worcester's own Award-Winning ("7 time Entertainer of the Year" Worcester Living Magazine) Dale LePage and the Manhattans. There will be craft booths, Worcester food trucks, face-painting and balloons for the kids. Saturday October 13th 12-6pm Worcester Common Oval FREE Facebook Event here. 13th Annual Dog Costume Contest

7 WOW the crowd with your crazy costumes and WIN PRIZES! Each winner receives a trophy! Awards for Scariest, Most Original & Funniest! SAMPLES, RAFFLES, TRICK-or-TREATING for Dogs! Dog Portraits photo shoot for you and your pup! All dogs welcome. Saturday October 20th 11am-1pm Klem s 117 W. Main St. Spencer FREE Downtown Framingham Oktoberfest Come out for this four-hour, half-mile celebration of public art, live music, fun programming, local food, small business, & more! Saturday October 13th 2-6pm (rain date October 20th) Union Ave. Framingham FREE Movie Matinee: Celebrate Dia de los Muertos with Coco Miguel dreams of becoming a great musician although his family has banned music long ago. After entering the Land of the Dead, Miguel meets Hector, a very interesting new friend. Together they learn a lot about music and just as importantly, family. A small snack will be provided. Rated PG Saturday October 20th 2:30-4:30pm Children s The Main Library 3 Salem Square Worcester FREE

8 Tiny Dragon Music & Art Show, Halloween Dark Arts Celebration Join The folks at Tiny Dragon Promotions for an evening of art and music celebrating local artists specializing in photography, graphic design, and music. Saturday October 20th 6-9pm Worcester Pop-Up 20 Franklin St. 1st Floor FREE Campus Creative: A Celebration of the Arts at FSU Join us for a very special Teen Night this October. See A Matter of Perspective, our seventh annual collaboration with the Fitchburg Art Museum, meet award-winning painter and illustrator Raúl Gonzalez III, and create your own work of art for our virtual gallery! Monday October 22nd 6-8pm, artist talk at 6:15pm 660 Main St. Worcester FREE Event details here. Halloween Trick or Treat in Maynard and Hudson In both Hudson and Maynard, the Chamber coordinates Annual Downtown Trick or Treats on the Thursday before Halloween from 4 to 6 pm. This event draws approximately 2000 kids in Hudson and 1500 kids in Maynard. The event features dozens of stores to visit for treats, a Boys & Girls Club Haunted House,

9 storytelling at the Unitarian Church and middle school marching bands. Thursday October 25th 4-6pm In Hudson, Main Street is closed, and in Maynard, Nason Street is closed. Full Moon Owl Prowl Ever wondered if an owl really is as smart as they say? Why don't we hear them when they fly? Just how far can an owl see? Come learn about owl calls, behavior and habitat. We will explore Broadmoor under moonlit skies listening for our resident screech, barred and great horned owls. Pre-registration is required. Friday October 26th 7:30-9pm Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary 280 Eliot St. Natick Adult $13 Members/ $16 Non-Members, Child $7m/ $9nm Register here. Fall Fest The Living Earth invites you to Fall Fest featuring wholesome foods and wellness tools, samples and demos. Learn how to eat and shop healthier. Kids activities available. Saturday October 27th 11am-4pm The Living Earth 232 Chandler St. Worcester FREE

10 Spooktacular Come dressed as your favorite character and enjoy the painting of pumpkins, apple cider, the great pumpkin smash and the wonderful children's parade! At 2:00 p.m. there will be two separate children s parades winding their way through downtown seeking candy and treats. It's a great time to celebrate Halloween in downtown Natick! There NO rain date for this event. Saturday October 27th 12pm Natick Common FREE Worcester Public Library Teen Zone's Nightmare Carnival For one night the Teen Zone will be filled with the spirit of Halloween and host a Nightmare Carnival! There will be special effects, makeup artists, props for a photo booth, spooky crafts, and a tarot reader. Come in costume and enter to win a prize for best costume! Specifically designed for ages Tuesday October 30th 5-7pm Teen The Main Library 3 Salem Square Worcester FREE

11 Recipe of the month: Harvest Trail Mix (no cooking required!) Ingredients: Pretzels Bugles chips Honeycomb cereal Candy corn Candy corn pumpkins Chex muddy buddy M&Ms other options (nuts, marshmallows, popcorn, goldfish, cheerios, chocolate chips, Craisins, Reese's pieces) Mix together and serve--it's that easy! Quantities of each item can vary based on your preference and the total quantity needed. The key to a delicious looking snack is a variety of textures and shapes. Perfect for a fall snack, Halloween Party, or gift for teachers, parents, neighbors etc.