This past Monday, community members gathered to celebrate India’s Independence Day with a Flag Hoisting at Stone Park.
This year marks 75 years of India's independence from the United Kingdom.
Thank you to the local organization Ashland Indians for organizing this event. We are grateful to have you as an integral part of our community!
We hope you had a wonderful Independence Day!
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Pond Street/ Route 126 Construction Update
What to expect: Crews continue installing curbing and sidewalk down Rt. 126 at Eliot Street, in front of the Habitat for Humanity Restore and Mazi restaurant. Next week, sidewalk work will begin on Thursday, completing 30 -40 yards per day.
Lighting conduit work will resume late next week.
Please expect lane closures to continue throughout the project. Please bring your patience when traveling through the construction. Give yourself extra time or find alternative routes if you need to. See below for options.
Downtown Construction
Crews will complete the south side of Front Street by Monday, August 22nd. They will then move onto the north side of Front Street, starting at Concord Street towards Main Street with curbing and sidewalk work. The first week of September, crews will begin curbing and sidewalk work down Main Street towards Pleasants Street.
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Food Pantry Needs
The Ashland Food Pantry is in need of the following items:
- mayonnaise
- jars of pasta sauce
- spaghetti
- Ashland trash bags
- diapers (NB and size 3 and up)
- pull-ups
- wipes
- shampoo
- conditioner
- flour
- toilet paper
- jelly/jam
- snacks
Please donate your items at the donation bin at Shaws and Star Supermarket or in the donation bin located outside the downstairs entrance to the Ashland Community Center located on 162 West Union Street, lower level on Monday and Thursday from 8 am - 4 pm, and Wednesday from 10 am - 6 pm.
If you need assistance, please contact Caitlin, our food pantry coordinator, to set up your appointment to pick up items from our local pantry. Call 508-532-7949 or email humanservices@ashlandmass.com.
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We're Hiring
Are you looking for a new job close to home? Check out the following listings from the Town of Ashland, the Ashland Public School System, and other local employers.
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Vote Early In-Person for the State Primary Election
Town Hall, 101 Main Street.
Saturday, August 27th from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Sunday, August 28th- CLOSED
Monday, August 29th from 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM
Tuesday, August 30th from 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM
Wednesday, August 31st from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Thursday, September 1st from 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM
Friday, September 2nd from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
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Town Meetings, Community Programs, & Events |
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Zoning Board of Appeals
Tuesday, August 23rd
Agenda and Meeting Details here
Planning Board
Thursday, August 25th
Agenda and Meeting Details here
The Planning Department agenda will begin discussions on the following items.
The 399 Union Street project, the existing Walgreens, will be heard by the Zoning Board of Appeals on Tuesday, August 23rd at 7pm and it will be before the Planning Board on Thursday, August 25th at 7:15pm. The project consists of tearing down the existing Walgreens building and proposes the construction of a Starbucks restaurant which would consist of an energy-efficient, modern 2,575 square foot building, drive-thru and outdoor seating area.
In addition, the Planning Board will continue discussions of 10-60 Main Street, the Mill Buildings, and 300 Eliot Street.
Select Board
Wednesday, August 24th
Agenda and Meeting Details will be posted up to 48 hours in advance of the meeting here
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Beer Garden
Friday, August 18th- 21st
The Corner Spot | 6 Cherry Street
67 Degrees Brewery returns for a Beer Garden! Grab a cold brew, a bite to eat, and listen to live music!
Thursday, August 18th, from 5- 9 pm
Food: Flippin' the Bird BBQ
Music: Open Mic Night with Danny!
Friday, August 19th, from 5- 8 pm
Music: Fretbox Trio from 6- 8 pm
Saturday, August 20th, from 12-8 pm
Food: Sentie's Kitchen from 12- 4 pm & Kona Ice from 12- 2 pm
Music: Freddy Badger on banjo from 5- 7 pm
Sunday, August 21st, from 12- 5 pm
Food: Kayem BBQ Food Trailer
For updates, please visit The Corner Spot's Facebook Page here.
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The Friends of the Ashland Public Library Mini Book Sale and Book Donation Day
Saturday, August 20th, from 10 am to 1 pm
Ashland Public Library | 66 Front Street
In addition to more than 10,000 gently used books, DVDs, and CDs, we also have available for sale hundreds of stunning watercolor brush paintings generously donated by Don Gordon, owner of Premier Image Gallery, Ashland. These beautiful signed original works of art are priced “pay what you wish,” with all proceeds going to support the great APL programs.
Plus BOGO (buy 1, get 1 FREE) on all Family/Parenting and Health/Living books
Plus ALL CDs are 10/$1
Plus entire stock of DVDs is all new donations
Summer Reading Program teen and adult participants, redeem your prize coupons at this August sale to claim your free books!
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Ashland is United- Celebrating Ukraine
Saturday, August 20th from 12- 2 pm
The Corner Spot | 6 Cherry Street
Celebrate Ukraine, its flag, culture, and people.
Learn what a "vyshyvanka" is, enjoy photo-ops with a "vinok," and explore ways to support humanitarian aid organizations.
Help Ashland is United kick off their flag project!
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Ashland Day Committee Summer Concert Series
Tuesdays in August at 6:30 pm
Stone Park | 73 Summer Street
Bring a chair and a picnic dinner and enjoy the sweet sounds of summer with this concert series presented by our Ashland Day Committee!
August 23th at 6:30 pm-- Groove-A-Saurus Rex
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Town Forest- Mushroom Identification Walk
Saturday, August 27th from 10 am- 12 pm
Dave Babik, head of the Boston Mycological Club ID Committee, will lead this walk. David regularly walks the forest trails and is very familiar with the fungi of the area. Ashland has literally thousands of species of mushrooms in the summer months (Some rainfall always helps) We will explore the town forest and collect some specimens to identify. The walk usually runs about 1 ½ to 2 hours. After the walk, there will be a short break so we can organize what was found.
Our collections are laid out on a table, and a short talk is given, discussing what was found. You will be amazed at the diversity of fungi that exist in this area. We will point out many of the most common edible varieties, and which types are poisonous. This is a great event for both beginners and more experienced mushroomers.
Bring a snack and plenty of water and bug spray.
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Women in Business Shop on the Spot
Saturday, August 27th from 5- 8 pm
The Corner Spot | 6 Cherry Street
Celebrate Women-owned businesses and shop from different vendors all in one spot!
Featuring Deco~lores Houseware, Spoiled Consignment, B&Beauty, Bright Beginnings, Acorn Hill Gardens, 3MomsRollWithIt, Sari Katha, VL'Bassi Transformational Coaching, E.L.L.A Cosmetics, Mary Kay with Lori T., Crazed Mom Candles, Mayinarts, Escape into Fiction, and Tupperware with Brenda!
Enjoy music, food from Kith and Kin, beverages Decanted Wine, dessert Refreshin' Concessions, & Sweeties Candy Bus.
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