Real estate taxes due Nov. 1
Real estate tax payments are due Saturday, Nov. 1.
Cash or checks may be brought into Town Hall between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday to Thursday. Checks may be left in the drop box in front of Town Hall at any time.
Online via UniPay by electronic check, credit, debit, or bill pay through your personal bank. Bill pay checks are accepted but if using bill pay, taxpayers should mail the checks seven to 10 days ahead of the Nov. 1 deadline; late fees will be assessed if checks do not reach Town Hall by then.
A check may be mailed to the lockbox processing center at Town of Harvard–Dept 2700, PO Box 986535, Boston, MA 02298-6535. If not received by the processing center by Nov. 1, it will be sent back to you, and late fees and interest will be applied. If you send payment to the lockbox, you must send a check for the exact amount and a copy of the coupon that is attached to your bill.
For more information visit harvard-ma.gov/300/treasurer-collector.
Donate Halloween candy
Halloween candy donations are now being accepted at the Harvard Police Department, 40 Ayer Road. Trick-or-treating will be held Friday, Oct. 31, from 5 to 7 p.m., in town center.
Holistic treatment of substance use disorder
Worcester County District Attorney Joseph Early Jr. will host a free public event focused on holistic approaches to substance use disorder treatment and recovery Thursday, Oct. 23, 8 a.m. to noon, at Veterans Inc., 59 South St., Shrewsbury. Keynote speaker Linda Geraghty, a trauma-informed yoga instructor and family recovery specialist, will discuss the role of mindfulness, movement, and self-compassion when exploring addiction and trauma; a panel discussion will follow. Refreshments and resource tables open at 8 a.m.; program begins at 9 a.m.
Register at worcesterda.com/events>>Upcoming Event: Holistic Approaches to Substance Use Disorder Treatment & Recovery.
Still River Road repaving underway
Repaving began this week and is expected to be complete by the end of October, weather permitting. Drivers should use caution, expect delays, and seek alternate routes when possible. Updates will be posted on the DPW webpage at harvard-ma.gov/304/PublicWorks.
Harvard Lions Club citrus sale
The annual fruit sale is underway, featuring California navel oranges and Florida grapefruit; 10 lb. sizes are new this year. Sign up at the Transfer Station or Harvard Public Library on Saturdays starting Oct. 25, or order online at harvardlions.com. Orders due by Nov. 14 for delivery Dec. 13. No cash and carry sales.
Register for vaccine clinic
The Nashoba Associated Boards of Health will hold a vaccine clinic Wednesday, Oct. 22, 3 to 6 p.m., in the Bromfield School cafeteria at 14 Mass Ave. Flu, COVID, and RSV vaccines are available for all ages 5 years and older. Preregistration is recommended (links at nashoba.org/calendar); walk-ins accepted as supplies last. Register at sugeni.us/ebVh, or find information and regional registration.
Recycle reusable goods
Recycle Your Reusables 2025 will take place Saturday, Oct. 18, 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., at the Ayer Shirley Regional Middle School, 1 Hospital Road, Shirley. Materials accepted include electronics, tires, hearing aids, and musical instruments. Donations for the Loaves & Fishes food pantry will also be accepted. See details at www.masstoss.com/events/ryr25.
