My regular monthly selectman office hours are at The Center on the first Friday of every month from 9:00 to 10:00 AM (this Friday).
Residents are welcome to stop by to talk in person about any town matters. Residents can also have coffee and see the Council on Aging in action (a vibrant organization with lots going on).
I can be reached via my cell phone at 508-359-9190 or my blog about Medfield matters, where any schedule changes will be posted.
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Posted in Select Board matters
Congressman Jake Auchincloss asked me to catch him up on things Medfield today at Blue Moon, and when I told him about the the world famous clocks MADE IN MEDFIELD at the Electric Time Company, Inc., he said lets go see them. Ten minutes later Tom and Brandie Erb had their Congressman drop in, and graciously gave him the cook’s tour.
Here we all are at Electric Time in its valley of the incipient post clocks.
The Congressman learned both what a preeminent world business Electric Time Company, Inc. is and what a headache of extra work Congress caused Electric Time Company, Inc. when Congress once changed daylight savings time – and tens of thousands of Electric Time Company, Inc.’s clocks needed to be adjusted by their owners.
Posted in Business, Federal Government, People
1325 attend, filling the gym, the cafeteria, the library, and overflowing into the auditorium.
CORRECTION = A technical glitch caused the auditorium to be on a five to ten second delay.
Crowd at the outset:
The s
talwarts at the end:
Colleen Sullivan’s PATCH article and photos from the other side of the gym:
Posted Mon, May 4, 2026 at 11:12 pm ET
The annual town meeting (ATM) ended around 11 PM and Colleen appears to have published her article immediately thereafter.
The Select Board held a continued meeting at the end of the ATM to vote to set the June 8 date for the ballot election on the override. One Select Board member then ate dinner around midnight
All articles passed, except:
Posted in Town Meeting
From MEA –
View this email in your browser  See the details for these and all upcoming events below.We hope to see you there! Be sure to check the MEA website for any last minute updates. Note: this daily email is being sent during Climate Week only.  Path for Hope — Medfield Rail Trail Nature Walk Date: May 03, 2026 11:30 am In Person Venue: Rail Trail entrance, Ice House Rd, Medfield Organized by: MCSP Join the Medfield Coalition for Suicide Prevention (MCSP) as we come together to walk. Walk to honor those we’ve lost to suicide. Walk to celebrate the strength and resilience of their loved ones. Walk to foster community, connection and hope. Sponsored by MCSP, a community-led coalition administered by Medfield Outreach, the Town of Medfield’s social… Read More  Share your EV at the Car Show Date: May 03, 2026 01:00 pm In Person Venue: The Center at Medfield, 1 Ice House Road, Medfield Organized by: Medfield Energy Committee Sunday, May 3rd from 1:00-3:00pm at the Center at Medfield (1 Ice House Road) We are looking for EV Owners to bring their cars to the show to display and talk to EV curious people. Contact us at: meccarshow-emails@yahoo.com Organized by the Medfield Energy Committee Read More  Electric Vehicle Show! Date: May 03, 2026 01:00 pm In Person Venue: The Center at Medfield, 1 Ice House Road, Medfield Organized by: Medfield Energy Committee Come check out a variety of all-electric and hybrid cars and talk to owners. We have an assortment of vehicles including battery-only and hybrid models. Learn what it is like to own an EV from real people in a no sale pressure environment. We also have the EV manufacturer Lucid bringing some of their new… Read More  Eversource Efficiency Experience Date: May 03, 2026 01:00 pm In Person Venue: The Center at Medfield, 1 Ice House Road, Medfield Organized by: Medfield Energy Committee Come explore the Eversource Efficiency Experience. It is an engaging mobile exhibit featuring guided, hands-on learning with energy-efficient technologies that will teach visitors about their benefits and savings potential. Visitors can learn about: • Insulation • Smart Thermostats • Electrical Panels • Heat Pumps • Heat Pump Water Heaters • Solar Panels • Battery Storage… Read More  Eco-Friendly Lawn Care Equipment Demonstration Date: May 03, 2026 04:00 pm In Person Venue: 14 Stagecoach Road, 14 Stagecoach Road, Medfield Homeowner will show and demonstrate a Battery-Operated Lawn Mower, a Battery-Operated String Trimmer (Weed Whacker), a Plug-in Electric Chipper/Shredder and a Plug-in Electric Vacuum/Shredder. You will have an opportunity to try them out for yourself on his lawn. Read More  Demo/Display of Temperature Blanket (knit and crochet) Date: May 04, 2026 01:00 pm In Person Venue: Medfield Public Library, Medfield The Temperature Blanket originated with the Tempestry Project to represent global warming – a way to visualize temperature change in fiber Art. This is a knitted or crocheted blanket that uses different colors of yarn to record each day’s temperature over the course of a year. It is a visual representation of climate change. Come… Read More  Annual Town Meeting Date: May 04, 2026 07:00 pm In Person Venue: Medfield High School Organized by: Town of Medfield All Medfield residents are encouraged to attend. Read More  Killing You Slowly Video Podcast Date: May 05, 2026 03:30 pm In Person Venue: Medfield Public Library, Medfield Organized by: Medfield Anti-Idling Alliance MAIA Come watch the new video podcast from Medfield TV, featuring an all-Medfield cast, about the unexpected health consequences of idling cars. A real eye-opener! Read More  The Week – Making Sense of The Climate Crisis 3-Session Program Date: May 05, 2026 06:00 pm In Person Venue: Medfield Public Library, Medfield Organized by: Medfield Public Library Session #1 The Week is a unique, informative, and potentially profound group experience to discuss our warming planet, and what we can actually do about it. Too often the issue of climate change feels abstract and overwhelming. The Week is a way to engage this issue in a supportive way that acknowledges our many different… Read More  Walk or Bike to School Day at Dale Street Date: May 06, 2026 07:15 am In Person Students in grades 4-5 are invited to Bike or Walk to School on Wed, May 6th. Dale Street students have the option to meet at Hinkley Pond at 7:15 am to join a “bike train” that will ride/walk together to the school. There will also be a raffle for students to win tokens for the… Read More  Swap Open Wednesday Date: May 06, 2026 09:00 am In Person Venue: Medfield Transfer Station, 135 North Meadows Road, Medfield Organized by: TSARC (Transfer Station & Recyling Committee) Come see what’s happening this season to save our planet! The purpose of the Swap Area is to divert items from going into the waste stream. The SWAP AREA is a convenient drop-off spot for unwanted items or a unique “shopping experience” at a bargain price, it is FREE! Items are NOT disposed of at… Read More  Forest Bathing at Bellforge Date: May 06, 2026 10:00 am In Person Venue: Bellforge Arts Center, 45 Hospital Road, Medfield Organized by: Bellforge Arts Center Join Bellforge for a guided forest bathing experience led by certified guide Tam Willey. This 2.5-hour outdoor session invites participants to slow down, engage the senses, and spend intentional time in nature through gentle, optional prompts.This program is offered with open pricing, with a $20 minimum. Participants are encouraged to contribute at a level that… Read More  Utility Bill Check-up Date: May 06, 2026 03:45 pm In Person Venue: Medfield Public Library, Medfield Organized by: Sustainable Medfield Attend this drop-in event to See if you are eligible for any discounts Understand your gas and electric bills Explore payment plans Check your electric supplier Prevent utility shutoffs Stop by and have a private conversation about your utility bills. Bring your bills with you or have access to them online. Sierra Moll from… Read More  Leaf Blowers – What’s All the Noise About? Date: May 06, 2026 04:30 pm In Person Venue: Medfield Public Safety Building, 112 North St, Medfield Organized by: MEA Leaf Blower Group Sustainable Yard Care Group of Medfield Environment Action is presenting this forum. Watch a 30 minute video of a panelist discussion on the harmful human and environmental effects of gas powered leaf blowers. Hear about healthier alternatives from two local landscapers and a Medfield homeowner. Followed by additional discussion and thoughtful conversation. Read More  Spring Cooking Class Date: May 07, 2026 12:00 pm In Person Venue: residence, Medfield Organized by: Peg Doyle Join others in making a delicious light salad and share with other attendees. Learn all about the benefits of CSAs (Community Supported Agriculture) and eating local for the earth and for humans. Handouts will be provided. Peg is an holistic health coach with expertise in nutrition and a healthy lifestyle. Please rsvp to Peg Doyle,… Read More  No Waste Sewing Workshop for Adults Date: May 07, 2026 06:00 pm In Person Venue: Medfield Public Library, Medfield Organized by: Medfield Public Library Learn to make a virtually waste-free “Bog” Shirt from a single square of fabric. This will give you the skills to make more waste-free patterns, with fabrics of your choice, on your own! All supplies provided. No worries if you’ve never used a sewing machine before – we’ll teach you! Space is limited. Please register Read More  Evening Beaver Pond Hike Date: May 07, 2026 06:00 pm In Person Venue: Rocky Woods, 38 Hartford Street, Medfield Organized by: Medfield Environment Action The hike will start at 6:15 pm sharp so arrive earlier to park and gather. Meet at Rocky Woods entrance. Meet Blanche and join fellow hikers for a special 3.3 mile hike through Rocky Woods and Hawthorne Village Conservation area. Will last approximately 2 hours (returning before last light at 8:18 PM). Will include an… Read More  Drinks and Green Conversation Date: May 07, 2026 07:00 pm In Person Venue: Noon Hill Grill, 530 Main Street, Medfield Organized by: Medfield Environment Action Drinks and Green Conversation 7:00 – 9:00 pm Noon Hill Grill Casual meet up with other like minded folks for some Climate Friendly conversation. Sit down with others to discuss your questions, concerns, ideas, and ways of coping. Read More  Swap Open Fridays Date: May 08, 2026 09:00 am In Person Venue: Medfield Transfer Station, 135 North Meadows Road, Medfield Organized by: TSARC (Transfer Station & Recyling Committee) Come see what’s happening this season to save our planet! The purpose of the Swap Area is to divert items from going into the waste stream. The SWAP AREA is a convenient drop-off spot for unwanted items or a unique “shopping experience” at a bargain price, it is FREE! Items are NOT disposed of at… Read More  No Spray Biologic Mosquito Control – Learn how it works! Date: May 08, 2026 03:30 pm In Person Venue: 24 Marlyn Rd., Medfield Organized by: Medfield Environment Action With warmer weather starting sooner and more precipitation predicted, we all worry about mosquitoes and the diseases they can carry. Frequently, monthly yard sprays are ineffective or use, even in their ‘natural’ mixes’, pesticides that are potential carcinogens and that persist for weeks on your lawn, flowers and bushes, harming people, pets and wildlife. Hilli… Read More  Swap Open Saturdays Date: May 09, 2026 09:00 am In Person Venue: Medfield Transfer Station, 135 North Meadows Road, Medfield Organized by: TSARC (Transfer Station & Recyling Committee) The SWAP AREA is a convenient drop-off spot for unwanted items or a unique “shopping experience” at a bargain price, it is FREE! Items are NOT disposed of at the end of the day (as was done in the past), items generally remain at the SWAP for a few weeks to give them a chance… Read More  Meet Mows-Art…our robotic electric lawn mower Date: May 09, 2026 09:00 am In Person Venue: Sullivan Home, 36 Whichita Road, Medfield Talk with the Sullivans and the team from Varsity Landscaping that provides our home with electric lawn care. Check out how efficient and quiet Mows-Art is! It is music to our ears!!! Read More  Peak House Date: May 09, 2026 10:00 am In Person Venue: Peak House, 347 Main St, Medfield Organized by: Peak House Heritage Center The Peak House will be open for visitors on May 9th. Free tickets (signup /registration is required) for adults, children and students are available at the following link; https://peakhouseheritagecenter.thundertix.com/ A “follow your nose” special exhibit experience will be available to visitors that Saturday. Drought was a common occurrence during the 1700s when the Clark family lived… Read More  Repair Cafe Date: May 09, 2026 02:00 pm In Person Venue: Church of the Advent, 28 Pleasant St., Medfield Come to the repair cafe and give your broken items new life! Volunteers with repair skills donate their time and tools to help community members fix common items including clothing, jewelry, lamps, locks (rekeying), bikes, furniture and small appliances. The fix is free but not guaranteed. Residents bring any required parts and sign a waiver…. Read More We’re so grateful to all of our event captains, businesses and organizations. Please reach out if you have any questions. Helen, Jeanette, Kirsten, Emily and Julia The Climate Week Committee Copyright © 2026 Medfield Environment Action, All rights reserved. This is an automated message sent to you. If you would rather not receive this events email you can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list. |
Posted in Climate, Events, Medfield Environmental Action
FOSI yard sale preparations at The Center on 5/1/26 are bumping my regular monthly office hours (usually on the first Friday of every month) to May 8 from 9:00 to 10:00 AM.
I will get back at FOSI for bumping me by buying all the good stuff at their sale!
Posted in Uncategorized
From Chris Gordon of the Medfield Energy Committee –
Posted in Energy Committee, Events, Uncategorized
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