The Smithsonian exhibit “Voices and Votes” that explores American democracy from multiple perspectives is coming to Ashby Free Public Library. Topics include the origins of American democracy; the struggles to obtain and keep the vote; the machinery of democracy; the right to petition and protest beyond the ballot; and the rights and responsibilities of citizens.… Read More »Voices & Votes
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Join author Bruce Watson as he discusses Freedom Summer; the Savage Season of 1964 that made Mississippi burn and America a Democracy. |
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A real old-time band concert. Traditional brass and woodwind band plays favorites from traditional marches to pop adaptations on Ashby's historic Town Common. Hotdogs & hamburgers while they last. Bring your own chair or blanket. This event is weather dependent. Check scheduling if the weather is questionable. Cancellation is announced the same day by 3… Read More »Band Concert on the Common |
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Join us for Voices on the Common, a vibrant celebration of community, creativity, and democracy—part of the Smithsonian’s Voices and Votes: Democracy in America traveling exhibition! Enjoy live music from talented performers like Matt York, Dan Kirouac, and more throughout the day. Meet local authors, share your own stories by recording a Microhistory—a short memory… Read More »Voices on the Common
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Thinking of adding a 4-legged friend to your family? Check out the pups needing forever homes at Great Dog Rescue New England and get pre-approved to adopt today! https://gdrne.com/adopt/ The Ashby Legion is proud to host a Meet and Greet event from 3-5pm, as well as stay open late to raise some money for the… Read More »Great Dog Rescue of New England Meet & Greet Fundraiser |
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In this time of change and possibility we invite residents to join a powerful, inclusive conversation about our shared civic future. We explore the question: How can we create a vibrant connected and engaged community? This is part of Voices & Votes program. |
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A real old-time band concert. Traditional brass and woodwind band plays favorites from traditional marches to pop adaptations on Ashby's historic Town Common. Hotdogs & hamburgers while they last. Bring your own chair or blanket. This event is weather dependent. Check scheduling if the weather is questionable. Cancellation is announced the same day by 3… Read More »Band Concert on the Common |
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A real old-time band concert. Traditional brass and woodwind band plays favorites from traditional marches to pop adaptations on Ashby's historic Town Common. Hotdogs & hamburgers while they last. Bring your own chair or blanket. This event is weather dependent. Check scheduling if the weather is questionable. Cancellation is announced the same day by 3… Read More »Band Concert on the Common |
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Join the Legion for some LRC fun while we grill up hamburgers + hotdogs! Don't know how to play? No problem we'll teach you! Cash only bar will be open |
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Join us on Saturday, August 16th at 1:30 PM at the Ashby Free Public Library for a special screening of Majority Rules, a thought-provoking documentary that explores ranked choice voting and its potential to transform the way we elect our representatives. Through compelling stories and expert insights, the film asks timely and important questions: Is… Read More »The Majority Rules screening |
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An unforgettable talk by Kati Preston, a Holocaust survivor who inspires us with her story of resilience, compassion. the power of one. |
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Join us for a delicious meal and trivia! The Amazing Trivia Faqtory will be stopping by Ashby for some fun. Prizes: 1) Trivia winners 2) Team with the best name 3) raffle prize drawing for teams who register with the legion by 6/27. $10 Taco plates Beef or Chicken Taco's (hard or soft shell) served… Read More »American Legion – Tacos & Trivia |
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Seventy years of friendships, struggles, betrayals and divisions ... one day of redemption. A musical journey on women's fight for the vote by Steve Adams, Sufferage Balladeer. |
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Classic cars, muscle cars, antique cars at the show. Awards for best in class. Food vendors all day. Join us for a day of classic cars, community spirit, and honoring our veterans. |
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Explore the season’s harvest with delicious veggie-based dishes. New members are always welcome! Contact Heather at hperry@cwmars.org or text/call 508-345-7585 to join.
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Disney’s Live Action Lilo & Stitch Bring your family, bring your friends—it’s movie magic at the library! |
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