Spring and summer programs galore in this week's Community Bulletin. #everythinginoneplace

‌

Medway Public Schools

BLACKSTONE VALLEY'S

EDUCATOR JOB FAIR

Are you seeking a position as a teacher, counselor, paraprofessional, substitute teacher, custodian, or cafeteria worker? Medway Public Schools, along with the Towns of Bellingham, Blackstone-Millville, DESE Licensure Personnel, Douglas, Grafton, Hopedale, Marlboro, Mendon-Upton, Millbury, Milford, Northbridge, Sutton and Uxbridge will hold a Job Fair on April 3! The Blackstone Valley's annual job fair will be held in the cafeteria of the Milford High School, 31 West Fountain Street from 4:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.. Stay tuned for a list of job openings. Flyer

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.

BURKE/MEMORIAL SCHOOL PLAQUE NOMINATIONS

Do you know someone who has made a significant or memorable contribution to Medway Schools or the Town of Medway? The nominee, through service, volunteerism or dedication must have made Medway school or town life better for those who follow. Residents, past or present, which have sacrificed their lives or freedom in service to their country, either as members of the military or as civilians contributing to military or peace efforts may also be nominated. Please find the form using this link.

Medway Public Schools 2023-2024 Calendar

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!

NO SCHOOL

All Medway Public Schools will be closed on Friday, April 7, 2023, in observance of the Good Friday holiday. School calendar.

MEPTO

Save the Date for MEPTO's Basket Raffle & Ice Cream social! It's coming up on April 28 from 5:00 pm-8:00 pm Medway High School, 88 Summer Street. For more information on the event and to volunteer, visit the Medway Elementary PTO (@MEPTO) Fb page

MASS HEALTH

Mass Health members need to renew their health coverage. Update your information and report changes using your Mass Login account at mahix.org/individual

SUP MEDWAY

Wait until you see what 'SUP Medway has in store!

#SUPMedway #BuildingBrightBrains #thisisprevention #NDAFW

MEDWAY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

We are loving our new app! Access news updates, and emergency notification, right from your pocket.

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.

MEDWAY COMMUNITY EDUCATION

PAINT NIGHT - Sunny Tulips

Create your own personal piece of art! Join us for an enjoyable and relaxing evening learning how to paint these beautiful Spring tulips with acrylics. $39 - All materials included

Registration link:

MEDWAY COMMUNITY EDUCATION

Join us on Tuesday evenings, starting April 4, to learn how to knit. While knitting, engage in conversation with your fellow knitters and develop new friendships! Classes will run from 7:00-8:30 pm Hope to see you there! Registration link.

MEDWAY COMMUNITY EDUCATION

Summer is right around the corner! Take a look at what Medway Community Ed has to offer. Sports, cooking, arts & crafts, musical theater, film studio....something for everyone! Register today!

View Brochure here. Register here.

MEDWAY COMMUNITY EDUCATION

VIRTUAL CLASS OFFERINGS

Do you need help with Facebook? Get the Answers you need in this class with Medway Community Education. Class is Thursday,

May 4 from 1:00 pm-2:00 pm.

A Podcast for Beginners Class is Tuesday, May 9 from 1:00 pm-2:00 pm. Register here.

ACTION ITEMS

Friendly reminder to take a few minutes to take action and complete the yearly information update, chromebook insurance review, and free and reduced lunch forms. All documents .

MEDWAY DAY CARE

Medway Day Care is looking for full & part-time assistant teachers to join our team! If you are interested, please send your resume to kliard@medwayschools.org. Full job description.

SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS

Medway Public Schools seeks substitute teachers for all schools! Send an email to John Redfield at jredfield@medwayschools.org or apply through School Spring using this link.

PARAPROFESSIONALS WANTED

All schools within the Medway Public School System are currently seeking Paraprofessionals. If you are interested or know someone that is, we encourage you to reach out John Redfield at jredfield@medwayschools.org to Apply through School Spring using this link.

Town of Medway

BOTTLE AND CAN DRIVE

This Saturday, April 1st, is the Medway Lions Club Bottle and Can Drive! Place your redeemable bottles and cans at the end of your driveway by 8:00 a.m. Thanks to all the Medway Lions volunteers who transform these bottles and cans into community charitable giving.

MEDWAY LIONS PANCAKE BREAKFAST

The Medway Lions Club's annual pancake breakfast is this Sunday, April 2, from 8:00 a.m.-Noon in the Medway High School cafeteria, 88 Summer Street. Tim Rice Photo will attend to take pictures with the Easter bunny. Enjoy breakfast with us .....eggs, quiche, bacon, ham, sausage, baked beans & more!

MEDWAY PARKS AND RECREATION

It's a twist on the traditional egg hunt. Eggs will be filled with candy, treats, gift cards, and other surprises. Bring your flashlight and basket. This event is rain or shine on Friday, April 7, at Choate Park. -Middle/High School egg hunt starts at 7:00 p.m. and the adult egg hunt starts at 7:45 p.m. Come out and enjoy all the fun! Visit medwayma.myrec.com

MEDWAY PARKS AND RECREATION

Spend the morning hunting for eggs with Medway Parks and Recreation on Saturday, April 8, 2023. Tim Rice Photo will be at Oakland Park to take your picture with the Easter Bunny. Sign-up here.

CLEAN SWEEP

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.

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

Veterans Needs for Medway Council on Aging Project

VETERANS DAY PROJECT

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.

ANNUAL TOWN MEETING

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.

TOWN ELECTION

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!

DOG LICENSING

The Town Clerk's Office would like to remind residents that the deadline to license your dog is March 31. There are a few ways to obtain a license: in person at the Town Clerk's Office, online (visit www.townofmedway.org/departments/townclerk.OG L

MEALS ON WHEELS

There's nothing stronger than the heart of a volunteer." Some of the wise words spoken by General Jimmy Doolittle. We are Tri-Valley Meals on Wheels and we are always looking for volunteers to help package or drive & deliver meals to our homebound elders. Our office is in Franklin & we serve the communities of Bellingham, Blackstone, Franklin & Medway. If you have an hour or two each week to help out, please give us a call at (508) 520-1422.

MEDWAY CULTURAL COUNCIL

Mark your calendars for Medway Cultural Council's Pixie Festival. It's back this year at Choate park on July 29 from 12:00-5:00 pm. Pack a lunch, bring a chair and explore the pixie village display while listening to music. Ice cream, face painting and other family friendly events will be available. Visit medwayculturalcouncil.org to learn more.

MEDWAY PRIDE DAY

Medway Pride Day will be held on Saturday, May 20, 2023, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 pm at the Medway Middle School (45 Holliston Street).

Medway Pride Day encourages local businesses and residents to show their community spirit. Learn more about Medway Pride Day by visiting their Fb page @medwayprideday

PRIDE FLAG RAISING DAY

JUNE IS PRIDE MONTH! Celebrate as the Town of Medway raises Progress Pride Flags along Rte. 109 by Choate Park on Friday, June 2 starting at 5:00 pm. Stay tuned for more information!

MEDWAY PARKS AND RECREATION

Bunny Bloom Centerpieces

Join us for a handcrafted centerpiece class for your Easter table. Participants will create their own unique centerpiece to share with family and friends! Join us on Wednesday April 5 at 4pm! For more details and to register visit: Bunny Bloom Centerpiece

MEDWAY PARKS AND RECREATION

Medway Parks and Recreation is partnering with USTA New England to run an intermediate and advanced pickleball league. Medway's team will be part of a four-team division and games will be played against the other teams in the division over the course of a 6-week season. Each week, players will play four 15-minute games against the opposing team. Games start Sunday April 30. For more details and to register visit: Metro West Pickleball League

MEDWAY PARKS AND RECREATION

Early release day on a Friday = Fun! Kick your weekend off with some adventure. Grab your friends and hop on the bus for a fun field trip! We are heading to Boundless Adventures in Berlin on Friday, May 19 and you don’t want to miss out! For more details and to register visit: Middle School – Early Release Adventure

MEDWAY PARKS AND RECREATION

Getting Organized with Salera Home Solutions: Clutter

Join us as we discuss clutter on Thursday April 13 at 6:00pm! It can be overwhelming and debilitating to deal with the stuff that surrounds us. Most of us want our spaces to feel calm and function in an organized way but getting started can be challenging. Learn what clutter is and strategies to deal with it. Brainstorm system ideas specific to your needs with organizational professionals. For more details and to register visit: Getting Organized

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

Choate Summer Camp Counselors Job Description .

HATHON APARTMENTS

Hathon, Medway’s newest Luxury Apartment community is hiring full time & part time seasonal lifeguards. Please contact Eric Brathwaite at Ebrathwaite@tollbrothers.com for more information. livehathon.com

Opioid Rescue and Prevention Training - April 24 & May 4

NARCON TRAINING

The Board of Health would like to offer Medway residents two free virtual training sessions through the Behavioral Health and Racial Equity (BEHERE) Training Initiative of Health Resources in Action. This two-part training includes information on opioid overdose on rescue, prevention, harm reduction, and safety planning. Registration is required for both dates. Training #1: Opioid Overdose Rescue Training is on April 24 from 6:00-8:00 pm. Register here and Training #2: Opioid Overdose Prevention & Rescue on May 4 from 6:00-8:15 pm. Register here.

SPEAKOUT

SpeakOUT is an LGBTQ+ speakers bureau that raises awareness about our community in various settings across the region. Join us on Tuesday, April 11, at 7 pm to hear from panelists with varied LGBTQ+ identities who will share their personal stories and open up a dialogue with the audience. SpeakOUT's motto is "Ask Us Anything" and we create a space for folks to ask questions that may not have any other place to ask them. Open to all who are interested. This a great opportunity for parents or other family members to find out about community resources and to share strategies with each other. This event will be held at the Medway Public Library from 7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.

MEDWAY FIRE DEPARTMENT

The Medway Fire Department seeks a full-time FF/EMT . Responsibilities include responding to medical emergencies, fire suppression, fire prevention, and station duties. Applicants must have a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and a current paramedics license issued by the MDPH or be able to obtain a license within ten months. Please send a cover letter and resume to Jessical Sinclair at jsinclair@townofmedway.org. The full job description can be read here .

NORFOLK COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE

The Norfolk County Sheriff's Office is holding a Youth Leadership Academy Clinic in Medway. The summer camp is for children ages 10-14. One-week sessions are available. Please contact the academy office with questions at 781-751-3501 or via email at youth@norfolksheriffma.org.

PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR

The Town of Medway seeks qualified candidates for the position of Planning and Economic Development Coordinator (PEDC). This position provides professional and technical support to Town boards and committees, including primarily the Planning and Economic Development Board, with all aspects of land use planning including zoning, site plan, long-range planning, urban design, subdivision and related matters. The complete job description.

DPW seeks Heavy Equipment Operator for Highway Dept.

HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT

The Town of Medway, Department of Public Works, seeks qualified candidates for the position of Heavy Equipment Operator in the Highway Department. Responsibilities include 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.The complete job description.

HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR - PARKS DEPARTMENT

The Parks Division seeks qualified candidates for a full-time Grounds Worker/Heavy Motor Equipment Operator/Skilled Laborer. Responsibilities include maintaining recreation fields, the recycling center, school grounds, parks, and open spaces. The role primarily involves grounds and landscape functions, including handwork using manual and powered hand tools. This individual will perform skilled labor and related work incidental to the assigned task and drive and operate assigned motor equipment following all applicable regulations and safety practices. The complete job description can be read here.

MEDWAY COUNCIL ON AGING

The presentation from lawyer Paula Nedder at the Medway Senior Center has been rescheduled for Wednesday, April 19 at 11:30 AM. Sorry for any inconvenience.

MEDWAY COUNCIL ON AGING

April 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 starting at 11:30 AM.

MEDWAY COUNCIL ON AGING

Phase 1 started this week at the Center for the new outdoor exercise area. This project is made possible thanks to a grant from Senate President Karen Spilka. Feel free to stop by and watch the progress.

Brochures

MEDWAY PARKS AND RECREATION

Our Spring & Summer Brochure is now online and will be in mailboxes soon. We are SO excited to be offering lots of new and fun programs and community events! Registration is open for all.

Medway Community Ed - Spring & Summer Brochure

MEDWAY COMMUNITY EDUCATION

Spring has Sprung at Medway Community Education!

We are happy to announce our Spring 2023 Course Registration is open and available to register for classes! Check us out and see what we have to offer this Spring.

Volunteer Opportunities