Public Hearing about Spence Farm Rescheduled Yet Again

June 2, 2010 by Mike Cooper

Mayor Galvin has called a public hearing in the city council chambers to discuss the proposed plan of buying the Spence Farm property to preserve it as a wilderness area.  The plan would cost 2.7 million dollars and would purchase a valuable 7.6 acre plot of land. 

The meeting will be held on Wednesday, June 9th at 7pm in the City Council Chambers.  The meeting has been rescheduled twice in recent weeks, so it is a good idea to check this page and the city website often for the most recent information before making plans.

Woburn Cub Scouts Registration

June 2, 2010 by Mike Cooper

The Woburn Cub Scouts Pack 502 is currently recruiting for its Spring Registration.  Boys entering first grade or higher in the Fall are eligible for entrance into the scouts!

They are having discounted early registration until June 23rd!  The cost to join is $55.00, a savings of $15.00 off their fall registering fee of $70.00. Meetings are held one evening a week starting in September and run until June.  Depending on the age level of the den, Meetings are held Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday evenings at St. Charles School. 6:30-8.

Grand Opening of the YMCA's New Outdoor Training Studio

June 1, 2010 by Mike Cooper

The North Suburban YMCA will be celebrating the opening of their new outdoor training studio this Saturday, June 5th from 9 to 11am.  Some of the activities that will be showcased at the event are meeting trainers, a TRX session, ropes and agility session, Plyo boxes, 10-minute group trainings, 10-minute boot camps, a 10-minute introduction to spinning, medicine ball training and a raffle for an eight-pack of personal training.

Woburn Police Department Survey

May 30, 2010 by Mike Cooper

The Woburn Police Department has come up with a survey designed to provide a better understanding of the perceptions and wishes of our community. The results will be used to enhance policing methods and serve to direct the department as they strive to provide the most responsive, cost efficient and compassionate police services possible. Pease take a few moments to complete this survey and be assured that your answers are completely confidential and your identity will not be known.

Click here to take survey

WREN Education Series - "How to Grow Your Own Vegetables"

May 26, 2010 by Mike Cooper

Come and join Cheryl Heimlich from Heimlich's Nurseries in Woburn on Saturday, May 29th, 2010 from 9-10am. Cheryl will teach you how to create a lush and fruitful garden.

You will learn:
* What to plant and when to plant
* Basics of soil preparation
* Companion planting and container gardening
* Plant care and maintenance
* Tips for increasing your garden's yield

A Whole New Cookout

May 25, 2010 by Mike Cooper

Get ready to grill!  On Saturday, May 29th from 11:00am - 3:00pm, join Whole Foods and the North Suburban YMCA for a cookout.

Join them for a festival of fun activities, music, delicious grilled food, and great recipes to start your summer right.