Let’s be honest, Weston. Today is just stupid cold. This is the one day of the year that you think to yourself: why, when there are perfectly good warmer states and countries, do I live here? The Owl should know: we lived in the tropics for 15 years. It’s not good skiing today and if you don’t own microspikes, I
Read moreIt’s a long weekend for many of us, including the National Day of Service/MLK Day on Monday. You can look at some of the Owl’s ideas of what to do for service opportunities by looking at this prior post. Other than a couple of smaller events, there is not much going on this weekend that I can find. Anywhere. Hello,
Read moreNOTE: Due to extreme cold predicted for this Saturday, this event has been postponed. This Saturday, January 15, Weston Conservation and Weston Forest & Trail Association (WFTA) are leading a clean-up focused Stewardship Saturday at the Weston Reservoir, aka the Ash Street Reservoir. Volunteers are invited, with escort, “behind the fence” on the south side of the Reservoir to pick
Read moreIt’s a gorgeous day in the neighborhood–and you really can’t ask for more entertainment than building snow forts, sliding on your butt down your black-ice driveway and snowshoeing on the miles of trails around Weston. But if you must be further entertained, here are a few of the things going on around town, and nearby. In case holiday lights are
Read moreWelcome to 2022, Weston, and get outside. Yes, it’s a dreary day but did you move to the area because of swaying palm trees and crystalline waters? No, you didn’t. So, if you’re in town because plans were canceled or you’re back from swanning down the slopes a bit early, consider heading out for a First Day or Second Day
Read moreJoin Weston Forest & Trail on Sunday, January 2nd at 2 PM on a pleasant walk through Jericho Town Forest to French’s Field. Intrepid hikers have an option for an add-on loop to the new Cherry Brook arched bridge, constructed by Conservation Commissioner Rees Tulloss and nicknamed the Beaver Bridge. The hike will also touch on the Bay Circuit Trail
Read moreIf you celebrate Christmas, and are wondering what services and programs might be happening in Weston, here’s an overview of the ones that the Owl knows about. If you think we’re missing any, please let us know. Royal “we” and “us”. Please note that some events require pre-registration, and most require masks. Note that even if you are not religious,
Read moreWell, things do fall apart, not only for Mr. Achebe but also for the Owl, but not too badly. It’s Friday evening and no weekend calendar! How will anyone figure out what to do with their one precious weekend? Here are some ideas: All Weekend Commonwealth Ballet’s The Nutcracker at Regis College: Join the family party set before a magical
Read moreAnd here we are with 2 weeks to go until Christmas. Got your tree? You can still get one at the Rotary Club’s Christmas tree park across from the Golden Ball. Got your shopping done? Head out and shop local in Weston or Lincoln (Something Special is always great) or Concord (book shop!) or Wellesley (lots of stuff including a
Read moreHere we are, Weston, accelerating into end of year fun, family and friends. While the Owl is not a fan of darkness at 4:45 pm, it seems somehow that the town has leveled up on colorful and fun lighting this year. The light-up green reindeer on Merriam makes my evening, and a friend’s driveway lined with white-lighted tree trunks makes
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