Coming soon: Town Meeting
Town Meeting will take place Saturday, Oct. 21, noon, at the Bromfield School’s Cronin Auditorium. In the coming weeks, the Press will report on the warrant articles to be voted on at the meeting.
Flea market
The 51st annual Harvard Flea Market is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 7, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (rain date Oct. 8) on the field in front of the library and the Bromfield School, 14 Mass. Ave. Booth space is still available; download a vendor application at harvardfleamarket.com/Assets/2023_VendorApplication.pdf.
Social media and business
The Women’s Business Network meets Thursday, Sept. 14, at 7:15 p.m. at St. Theresa Church, 15 Still River Road. The program will be “Let’s Get Social—Social Media for Your Business,” with Leia Owen, marketing and social media expert. Learn how businesses can optimize their presence on social media based on their goals and brands. Guests are welcome; email dboliva@charter.net for more information.
Flu clinics
The Nashoba Associated Boards of Health’s flu clinic schedule for the 2023-24 flu season can be viewed at harvard-ma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif676/f/uploads/flu_clinic_23_schedule.pdf. The full flu clinic schedule, registration links and FAQ are posted on NABH’s website at nashoba.org/calendar.
Loaves & Fishes food pantry
This food pantry, located at 234 Barnum Road, Devens, offers drive-thru access for those needing help with groceries. Hours are first Tuesday of the month, 5 to 7 p.m., and Wednesdays, Fridays, and third Saturday, 9 a.m. to noon. Upcoming dates are Sept. 8, 13, 16, 20, 22, 27, and 29. For more information, visit loaves fishespantry.org or tinyurl.com/bdcrjf4k.
The pantry is seeking volunteers to help its video team with producing some short videos. If interested, contact volunteer@loavesfishespantry.org or 978-772-4627, ext. 317.
Restoring riverbanks
The Nashua River Watershed Association is working to create resilient riverbanks to protect water sources in the Merrimack River watershed. A goal is to plant native trees and shrubs in areas lacking a well-vegetated buffer to help reduce water temperatures and erosion and enhance biodiversity. If you live next to such a riverbank, you may qualify for free seedlings. If you believe you may qualify, contact the NRWA at marisabk@nashuariverwatershed.org or 978-448-0299 for additional details and information.
Beach report
Beach programs and lifeguarding have ended for the season. Swimming is now at one’s own risk.
The water at the Harvard Town Beach is observed and analyzed using a fluorometer on a weekly basis from mid-July through mid-September. E coli testing has ended for the year; however, results from observations and analysis performed on Sept. 5 indicate no harmful levels of cyanobacteria (blue-green algae) are present. As such, all allowed activities can continue. The state advises 4 feet of visibility when swimming in freshwater ponds.
Contact the Board of Health at boh@harvard-ma.gov or the Nashoba Associated Boards of Health at 978-772-3335 ext. 303 with any questions.
Community health survey
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health is asking residents to complete its Community Health Equity Survey. Results of this online anonymous survey will help the DPH and communities across the state change conditions adverse to health. This survey asks about access to health care and transportation, physical and mental health and well-being, experiences with COVID-19, housing, education, and work. Learn more at mass.gov/info-details/about-the-community-health-equity-survey-ches.
Devens noise report
Through Sept. 30: multiple small arms
- Sept. 8-10: grenade range
- Sept. 16-17: grenade range and rocket range
- Sept. 28: rocket range.
