Winter 2018: Dedham Square e-Scoop!

The Square Scoop
Winter 2018

Welcome Back, Scoop Fans!
There's lots going on in the Square over the next several weeks - The Annual Square Crawl, family-friendly events and activities, live music, art house films, author visits, guest lectures, artist receptions, and more. A sure cure for cabin fever! Read on for more details!

In This Issue

News

Events & Happenings

Square Biz Buzz

Around Town

Save the Date

About DSC

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News Circling the Square

The 4th Annual Dedham Square Crawl is TONIGHT!

What exactly is a "crawl" you ask? It's a fun night out on the town that brings together friends and neighbors from every corner of Dedham and beyond to support the small businesses and enjoy good food & drink and live music. All are welcome!

Click here for more info. and the Crawl's schedule of events.

Extra, Extra! A crew from Channel 5's long running show "Chronicle" was in the Square on Monday shooting some footage for an upcoming segment of "Happening Hoods" in which Dedham Square will be featured! The air date is TBA but will be within the next week. Check our Facebook page for an announcement. Go DSq!

Hey Lovebirds! Valentine's Day is just a few weeks away. Looking for ideas on how to celebrate with that special someone? You'll find unique and memorable gifts right here in Dedham Square - and you'll be supporting our locally owned businesses to boot! Find our Valentine's Gift Guide click here.

Square Events & Happenings

Want more info. on the events listed below? Simply click on the link in the

listing! Visit our website for the most up-to-date calendar of events.

It's Showt ime - Here's what's playing at the Dedham Community Theatre. Click on the name of the film below to watch the trailer.

Call Me By Your Name

Darkest Hour

Lady Bird

Music Notes - Every Friday and Saturday night Dedham Square Coffeehouse showcases some of best local musicians in the Boston area. No cover charge. On Wednesday evenings, DSCH hosts Stump Trivia. All ages welcome!

Click here for their event calendar.

book sale

Book Nook - The Friends of the Dedham Public Library are hosting their monthly book sale at the Main Branch today from 10 -3. Proceeds benefit the Children's Room and the Museum Pass Program.

Something for Everyone - Both the Main Library and the Endicott Branch has a really awesome variety of programs and activities for kids, teens and adults. Click here for their calendar.

Free Fun - Emily & Addie Children's Boutique has some free events coming up - A Clap for Classics music class on Wed. Jan. 24, a morning mingle on Wed. Feb. 7 and a floral event with Alice's Table on Sun. Feb. 11.

Time for a Story - Preschool Storytime is back at The Blue Bunny. Mondays at 10:30 a.m. All are welcome! The book launch party for Peter H. Reynolds' newest book "The Word Collector" is on Sat. Jan. 27 from 11-1.

Make the Time - The Dedham Historical Society will host a guest lecture about the conservation of their historic 1763 clock featuring conservator Christine Thompson on Sun. Jan. 28.

See the Light - The Opening Reception for the Dedham Square Artist Guild's Artist Challenge "Light" will be on Thurs. Feb. 1 at 6 pm at the Dedham Community Theatre.

Justice for All - First Church of Dedham is offering their February Justice Matinee Film Series again this year on Sundays at 2:30 pm. A different film and discussion each week. Free and all are welcome.

DCH Happenings

Get a Jump on Summer - The Dedham Community House is hosting an Open House for their Summer Camp and Summer Preschool Program on Sun. Jan. 28.

Keep Movin' - Several winter programs are about to begin at DCH. There's still time to sign up for indoor intramural soccer, intro. to field hockey, kids & adult yoga, Pilates, babysitting class and home alone safety, among others. Click here for more info.

Square Biz Buzz

Making Room - Several shops around the Square are having sales on winter items to make room for new spring merchandise. Stop in soon to nest, Boston General Store, Emily & Addie and The Dedham Exchange.

It's Snow Problem - Dedham Bike is now offering basic ski and snowboard tuning - waxing, edging, basic base repairs. It's also a great time to beat the rush and get a tune up on your bike so you're ready to hit the road this spring!


	Vincenzo's

Need Game Day Snacks? Who wants to spend hours in the kitchen getting ready for the upcoming big games? Order ahead! Catering options in the Square include Vincenzo's, Salem Food Market, Kouzina, Pancho's Taqueria, Big Bear Cafe, Dedham House of Pizza, Eggs &Thai, Deli After Dark, High Street Pizza and Cathay Kitchen. Vincenzo's also sells a selection of Italian wines and La Luce Pastry Shop has all of your favorite sweet treats!

Square Scoops - Ron's Gourmet Ice Cream is staying open in the Square on the weekends this winter Fri. 2-10 PM, Sat. 12-10 PM, Sun. 12-6PM. They will expand their hours come early March.

Souper News - Big Bear Cafe is now serving homemade soup. Go warm your bones with a cup of Donna's famous chicken noodle!

Muy delicioso! Pancho's Taqueria now serves breakfast daily until 2 pm. Huevos rancheros, breakfast burritos, panqueques (pancakes) among other Mexican faves. A great way to start your day!

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Elsewhere Around Town

Learn More - The Friends of the Dedham Heritage Rail Trail are hosting a guest speaker from the Topsfield Linear Common on Wed. Jan. 24 at the Endicott Estate.

Your Input is Needed - On Tues. Jan. 30 the Dedham Square Master Plan Steering Committee is hosting a community meeting "Designing the Future of Dedham Square" at Dedham Middle School. Come share your thoughts and ideas about what Dedham Square might look like in the next 10,20,30 years.

Get Involved - Want to learn more about how our local government works in Dedham? Women in Democracy Dedham is hosting Local Gov. 101 - How You Can Make a Difference in Dedham on Wed. Jan. 31 at the Endicott Estate.

Save the Date

Winter Escape - The Dedham Community House will host A Night at the Beach, their annual winter cocktail party, on Fri. March 2.

Happy Campers - Head to the Discover Summer! Camps & Activities Fair on Sat. March 3 at the Avery School to learn about fun, educational and challenging summer activities for your kids.

Fun Run - The 35th Annual James Joyce Ramble will be held on Sun. Aug. 29.

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