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The Hopkinton Center for the Arts (HCA) announces a new monthly series, First Friday Open Mic, hosted by singer-songwriter Barbara Kessler. The first open mic is scheduled for Friday, March 4 from 7 to 10 p.m., and will feature Tony-nominated actor Jere Shea. Singers, players, songwriters, poets, storytellers of all ages, and the general public are invited to attend. Sign-ups for performers begin at 7 p.m., with music starting at 7:30 p.m. A $5 suggested donation is welcome at the door. The event is free for HCA members.

Due to a major burst in a fire sprinkler line and large volume of water that flowed from it, you may notice some discoloration in the your water. Please check before you use it, and you may need to flush your cold water line to clear your pipes.

Message from: Water-Sewer Manager Eric Carty

Hopkinton Public Library Foundation, Inc. (HPLF) has received another exciting boost in its fundraising via the Hopkinton Weight Loss Challenge. With the help of 167 participants, “Lose it for the Library” raised $2,500 for the planned restoration, renovation and expansion of Hopkinton Public Library.

Under the direct supervision of the Library Director the Young Adult Librarian is responsible for managing the Young Adult Services (age 12 to 18) for the library. This includes providing library resources, services and programs aimed at the young adults in the community, assessing their needs, developing and maintaining school and community relationships, creating effective web pages and maintaining library presence in teen social media forums.