Community

WinPAC is thrilled to launch WINter Lights — a magical community fundraiser shining bright on December 14th! Support our amazing students, families, teachers and staff by joining in two fun ways:

• Unite with Light - Buy several luminaries to light up your driveway or street on Dec 14!
• Holiday House Hunt - Buy a map of decorated houses for an outdoor holiday house tour with your family in Winchester!

Where to buy:

• Online anytime: https://winpac-winter-lights.myshopify.com/
• Sweet SurpriZe – Stop by the shop to pick up a kit!

And even brighter — 10% of all proceeds will be donated to Make-A-Wish to

The Winchester annual town election will be on March 22, 2025; all precincts vote at Winchester High School. The Winchester League will hold candidate forums for all town wide offices with more candidates than open seats. A forum for the Select Board will be held on Wednesday, March 5th and a forum for the School Committee on Thursday, March 6. More information, including candidate statements, can be found on the WLWV website

Select Board Candidates (2 openings for a 3-year term): Paras Bhayani, Anthea Brady (Incumbent), Dorothy Simboli, Richard Welch, Jr.

Before the event, you can also meet

The Winchester annual town election will be on March 22, 2025; all precincts vote at Winchester High School. The Winchester League will hold candidate forums for all town wide offices with more candidates than open seats. A forum for the Select Board will be held on Wednesday, March 5th and a forum for the School Committee on Thursday, March 6. More information, including candidate statements, can be found on the WLWV website

School Committee Candidates (2 openings for a 3-year term): Karen Maruyama Bolognese (incumbent), Stephanie Mnayarji, Christian Nixon (incumbent).

Before the event, you

Join us for a panel with the 2025 Women’s History Month honorees who are Empowering Women in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics): Rawan Angele, Maggie Jackson, Karin Lamson, Ashley Byrne, Riya Karunakaran, Fuxin Shi and Meredith Thompson.

Note that the location has been changed!

Any questions, email office@nfsj.org

How do you stay curious when emotions are strong?

On March 12, you can join this engaging workshop with facilitator jamele adams to build skills for engaging in complex conversations - especially with people whose life experiences or perspectives differ from your own.

Together, we’ll practice how to show up with curiosity and self-awareness, even when conversations feel uncomfortable or perspectives don’t align.

This workshop is intended for adults and high school students and is sponsored by Winchester A Better Chance, Network for Social Justice, the John and Mary Murphy Educational Foundation

Every year on the first Sunday in May, World Laughter Day raises awareness of laughter and the many healing benefits it provides. Another goal of the day is to manifest World Peace and build a global consciousness through laughter.

Please join us to celebrate the week of World Swim Day (October 26) at Playa Bowls Winchester (600 Main St). When you mention "Swim Winchester" at the register, 10% of in-store sales will benefit the local organization working to build a pool for YOU!

Learn more about our efforts to build a year-round, indoor pool accessible to all, and don’t forget to tell us why you Swim!

Join us for this beloved tradition of kicking off summer at our beautiful farmstead. Enjoy live music, delicious appetizers, and a refreshing cocktail as you mingle in our historic 1827 Barn. There will be auction items and opportunities to learn what's coming up at the Farm this season.

Spend Mother's Day weekend stocking up on seedlings grown at the farm, as well as gorgeous artisan goods made by local artists and makers in our community.

Celebrate the season at our Annual Spring Market! This year’s event features our beloved seedling sale alongside a vibrant art fair showcasing handmade crafts and original artwork from local makers. Bring Mom for a relaxed day out, or pick up beautiful flowers and seedlings for the perfect gift. Enjoy fresh, locally brewed coffee and tasty snacks as you browse. It’s the perfect way to spend a spring day—shop, snack, and soak in the season!