Town Meeting Warrant Finalized

Town Meeting Warrant Finalized

At last week’s meeting, the Board of Selectmen finalized the warrant (agenda) for annual Town Meeting coming up in May. Town Meeting begins Monday, May 5 at 7:00pm at the Middle School. The meeting typically adjourns at 11:00pm and is continued on consecutive evenings usually 

Library Foundation Update

Library Foundation Update

According to an article in today’s Metrowest Daily News, the Hopkinton Public Library Foundation has raised $225,000 toward its goal of $1 million in four years. HPLF has started a ‘1,000 homes for Hopkinton Library’ campaign, and signs in the yards of donors are popping up around town. 

With lead gift by Sandra and Kevin Delbridge, 50 Families Contribute $175,000 to the Library Renovation

With lead gift by Sandra and Kevin Delbridge, 50 Families Contribute $175,000 to the Library Renovation

In the first month of the “1000 Homes for Hopkinton Library” Challenge,  50 families, individuals, businesses and organizations have pledged or given $1,000 or more to the Hopkinton Public Library Foundation (HPLF) for the renovation and expansion of Hopkinton Library.   With a generous lead gift 

Mother-Daughter Princess Tea Jan 26 to Benefit the Library

Mother-Daughter Princess Tea Jan 26 to Benefit the Library

3rd Annual Mother-Daughter Princess Tea You are cordially invited by the Hopkinton Public Library Foundation Date: Sunday, January 26, 2014 Time: 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. Location: Westborough DoubleTree 5400 Computer Dr, Westborough, MA 01581 This fun afternoon features: Live performances by Disney’s Belle, Cinderella, and Rapunzel Delicious sundae 

Sweet for the Library!

Sweet for the Library!

Treat yourself and our Library this holiday season! Place a holiday order for fabulous treat packages from local Hopkinton business P.Y.LE Sweets (Please Yourself with Luscious Edible Sweets) and 15% of the proceeds will be donated to the renovation and expansion of Hopkinton Public Library. 

Give the Gift of Reading

Give the Gift of Reading

Hopkinton Public Library Foundation is holding a book drive for Project Just because this holiday season. Books are needed across all ages, from preschool to high school.  All donations of NEW books will be included in children’s holiday packages. Donate NEW books until December 20th at the 

Jump for the Library – Tues Nov 12

Jump for the Library – Tues Nov 12

Come jump at Sky Zone on Tuesday November 12, 2013 between 3pm and 8pm.  Attendees that identify themselves as supporters of the Hopkinton Library will have 25% of the proceeds go to the Hopkinton Public Library expansion and renovation.  (Regular Sky Zone rates apply.  Kids of all ages welcome, jumping 

Hoptoberfest Raises $18,000 for Library Expansion Project

Hoptoberfest Raises $18,000 for Library Expansion Project

Press Release from the Hopkinton Public Library Foundation: Hopkinton Public Library Foundation’s “Hoptoberfest,” a fun night of tasting, generated over $18,000 for the planned expansion and renovation of Hopkinton Library.  Held on Friday, October 25, 275 guests enjoyed samples of numerous local microbrews, name brand beers 

Bond Bill to Fund Hopkinton Public Library Renovation and Expansion Now Pending

Bond Bill to Fund Hopkinton Public Library Renovation and Expansion Now Pending

Representative Carolyn Dykema is a co-sponsor a bond bill of $150 million, a portion of which will help fund the renovation and expansion of Hopkinton Public Library. When approved by the House and Senate and as funds become available through the Governor’s Capital Plan, the 

Permanent Building Committee’s Report of the Condition and Need Assessment of Town Buildings

Permanent Building Committee’s Report of the Condition and Need Assessment of Town Buildings

On September 18, the Board of Selectmen held a joint meeting with the School Committee, the Capital Improvement Committee and the Appropriations Committee, to discuss the Permanent Building Committee’s Report of the Condition and Need Assessment of Town Buildings and the development of the town’s 

Town and School Building Survey Results

Town and School Building Survey Results

Recently the Permanent Building Committee, in conjunction with the School Committee, did a survey of all Town and School Buildings. We are including a brief summary below, but you may click here to read the full results. The group was charged by Board of Selectmen 

Don’t Forget to Vote Tomorrow – Polls open 7:00am-8:00pm

Don’t Forget to Vote Tomorrow – Polls open 7:00am-8:00pm

There are contested races for School Committee and Library Trustee, as well as 10 ballot questions. See below for more info. All Hopkinton precincts vote at the Middle School. Polls are open 7:00am-8:00pm. SCHOOL COMMITTEE, For 3 years, Vote for 2 Jean Bertschmann, Incumbent http://jeanforsc.com/