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Around Town: St. Patrick's Day, Spring Fling, Food Pantry Donations & More

Here's a roundup of events, activities and meetings in Foxborough this week, March 11-17.

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The following meetings and events will be held in Foxborough this week:

Tuesday, March 12:

Foxborough Board of Selectmen, 7 p.m., Andrew Gala Meeting Room, Town Hall

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Foxborough’s Board of Selectmen will meet Tuesday to discuss the town’s event license indemnity agreement with the Kraft Organization before going into executive session to discuss litigation.

PTO Meeting, Igo Elementary School, 7-8 p.m.

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The Igo Elementary School PTO will meet Tuesday.

PTO Meeting, Taylor Elementary School, 7-8 p.m.

The Taylor Elementary School PTO will meet Tuesday.

Trivia at CBS Scene, 7-9 p.m., Patriot Place

Join CBS Scene for this new and exciting concept in team trivia, using state of the art HDTV's. You could win prizes provided by MA State Lottery, CBS Scene gift cards or exclusive apple products provided by Tech Superpowers - Apple Specialists of Patriot Place.

Storytime at Showcase Cinema de Lux, 11 a.m., Patriot Place

Meet Elmo at Kids Club Storytime Tuesday.

Tastings Wine Bar & Bistro – Braketenology, 7-9 p.m., Patriot Place

Stop into Tastings Tuesday for its unique take on the NCAA March Madness. Instead of great basketball, Tastings is showcasing a Sweet-16 of great wines from the four corners of the Globe.

Wednesday, March 13:

An Evening of Spirit Communication with Maria Halvorsen, The Reiki Room

Maria Halvorsen is a Spiritual Medium and Teacher with over 15 years experience.  Accompanying Spirit, she delivers exceptional messages demonstrating that life is continuous. Her facts are specific and incredibly accurate.  Her authenticity is established beyond expectation, as she brings forth evidential and undeniable information. Maria hopes her understanding of and connection with Spirit will bring you to a place of peace and harmony.

Join Maria as she delivers messages in an intimate and uplifting setting. Maria works directly with Spirit bringing through messages in a loving and compassionate manner. These evenings are sure to bring a smile to your face, joy and a sense of peace that your loved ones are always with you. This event is limited to 8 people.

Each person is guaranteed a reading. This is not a gallery style event.

Registration info is available on the Buy Tickets link below.  And, to see what else is available at The Reiki Room, click here. Cost of the event is $50.

Burrell Elementary PTO, 7 p.m., Burrell Elementary School

The Burrell Elementary School PTO meets Wednesday.

Foxboro Fit Club is Back, 7 p.m., Taylor Elementary School

Foxboro Fit Club is back now through April. Burn that holiday fat and get primed for spring. Feeling less than inspired at the gym? Hang with Foxboro Fit Club for an hour a week. Guaranteed to put a spark back in your workout. You'll sweat to best selling Beachbody programs like P90X, Turbo Fire and Insanity. All fitness levels are welcome to the free event.

Foxborough Advisory Committee, 7 p.m., Andrew Gala Meeting Room, Town Hall

Foxborough’s Advisory Committee will meet to discuss the Annual Town Meeting Warrant Articles.

Brighten Someone's Day Campaign, Sharon Credit Union

Join Sharon Credit Union in helping to support local food pantries by filling the baskets found in all Sharon Credit Union branches with laundry detergent. This is part of the third annual "Brighten Someone’s Day Campaign." Collection runs through March 31.

Thursday, March 14:

Planning Board, 7:30 p.m., Andrew Gala Meeting Room, Town Hall

Foxborough’s Planning Board will hold eight public hearings to consider proposed warrant articles to be presented at Foxborough’s Annual Town Meeting on May 6. Click here to review the warrant articles.

Program of Studies Night at Ahern Middle School, 6-8 p.m.

Ahern Middle School will hold a program of studies night Thursday.

Friday, March 15:

Pre-School Lottery, All Day, Burrell Elementary School

The preschool lottery is pulled at Burrell Elementary School.

Taylor Elementary School Principal Coffee Hours, 9:15 to 10:15 a.m.

Meet with Taylor Elementary School Principal over coffee Friday.

Burrell Elementary School Reading Assembly, 2-3 p.m.

Burrell Elementary School will hold its reading assembly Friday.

Foxborough High School Drama Club Presents “Anything Goes,” 7 p.m., Foxborough High School Auditorium

The Foxborough High School Drama Club has been busy prepping for next weekend’s spring musical, “Anything Goes” by Cole Porter, which will showcase the collective work of 22 FHS students.

“Twenty-two students worked on and built the ship that is used for the set,” said Foxborough High School Drama Club Director Joan Marino.

Students playing lead roles in the musical are:

  • Sydney Raymond
  • Shane Walsh
  • Alex Procaccini
  • Mollie Madigan
  • Jamie Engler
  • Tom Donelly

A student pit band will also be performing during the musical. Marino describes the production as a “hilarious musical comedy.”

“A cast of zany characters, played by 18 students, is let loose on a ship heading to London,” said Marino. “With romance and slapstick comedy and gangsters and angels, chaos inevitably ensues.”

Saturday, March 16:

Mick Morgan's Annual St. Patrick's Day 5K Road Race to benefit HESSCO Elder Services

HESSCO Elder Services is again partnering with Mick Morgan's Irish Pub for the Second Annual Mick Morgan's 5K Road Race to benefit HESSCO.  All proceeds from the race will be used to support HESSCO's programs for local seniors and those who care for them.

Taylor Elementary School Spring Fling, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Taylor Elementary School

Taylor Elementary School will be holding their annual Spring Fling on March 16 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Spring Fling transforms the school into a carnival atmosphere and features games, crafts and refreshments that the whole family can enjoy. Kids can race their friends through the obstacle course, bounce till they drop in the moonwalk, try their luck at games to win prizes. Meet our balloon guy! Visit Taylor Hospital! Win a raffle basket! And that's not all - cookie decorating, face painting and much more. Snow or shine! 

Foxborough High School Drama Club Presents “Anything Goes,” 7 p.m., Foxborough High School Auditorium

The Foxborough High School Drama Club has been busy prepping for next weekend’s spring musical, “Anything Goes” by Cole Porter, which will showcase the collective work of 22 FHS students.

“Twenty-two students worked on and built the ship that is used for the set,” said Foxborough High School Drama Club Director Joan Marino.

Students playing lead roles in the musical are:

  • Sydney Raymond
  • Shane Walsh
  • Alex Procaccini
  • Mollie Madigan
  • Jamie Engler
  • Tom Donelly

A student pit band will also be performing during the musical. Marino describes the production as a “hilarious musical comedy.”

“A cast of zany characters, played by 18 students, is let loose on a ship heading to London,” said Marino. “With romance and slapstick comedy and gangsters and angels, chaos inevitably ensues.”

St. Patrick's Day Weekend at Tastings, Patriot Place

Chef Lacy is putting his spin on traditional Irish fare with a special St. Patrick's Day Prix Fixe menu that will be available in addition to Tastings’ regular menu on Saturday plus WaWayz & Meansyz & Means on Saturday night starting at 9 p.m.

4th Annual Irish Festival at Patriot Place Schedule

All live performances will be on the main stage in front of “Life is good” unless otherwise noted:

  • 6 a.m. - Breakfast Buffet at Bar Louie
  • 9:45 a.m. - High Voltage perform at “Life is good”
  • 11 a.m. - Foxborough Art Association art show and paint out
  • Enjoy bounce houses, visit with Revolution mascot, Slyde and the Revs Girls, and meet the street team from Boston’s New AMP 103.3 at the New England Revolution FunZone next to Tastings Wine Bar & Bistro.
  • Face Painting with Susana and Friends outside the Patriot Place Activity Center
  • Enter your little leprechauns into the FishOARmajig contest brought to you by Fanautical by stopping by the store to sign up for the best Irish jig dance battle at noon.                      
  • Noon - “Life is good” St. Patrick’s Day party with coloring, fun, games and more!
  • 12:15 p.m. - Harney Irish Step Dancers perform
  • 12:30 p.m. - Stuart Highlanders perform
  •  1 p.m. - Devri perform
  • Boston Blades professional women’s hockey team kicks off the Bruins viewing party at CBS Scene Restaurant & Bar
  •  2 p.m. - Dunleavy Irish Step Dancers perform
  • Boston Blades professional women’s hockey team signs autographs and greets crowds at the main stage
  • Story time with a very special guest Leprechaun at Old Navy (2-4 p.m.)
  • 2:30 p.m. - William O’Wayz Band perform
  • Sullivan School of Dance performs live at Old Navy
  • 3 p.m. - Luck of the Irish Creation Station at the Patriot Place Activity Center
  • Hughie and Ger perform inside CBS Scene Restaurant & Bar
  • Join the MIX 104.1 Street Team outside of Bar Louie for prizes, giveaways and more
  • 3:30 p.m. - Sullivan School of Dance performs
  • 4 p.m. - Joshua Tree presented by “Life is good”
  • 9 p.m. - Wayz & Means perform at Tastings Wine Bar & Bistro

Click here for more information!

Sunday, March 17:

Foxborough High School Drama Club Presents “Anything Goes,” 2 p.m., Foxborough High School Auditorium

The Foxborough High School Drama Club has been busy prepping for next weekend’s spring musical, “Anything Goes” by Cole Porter, which will showcase the collective work of 22 FHS students.

“Twenty-two students worked on and built the ship that is used for the set,” said Foxborough High School Drama Club Director Joan Marino.

Students playing lead roles in the musical are:

  • Sydney Raymond
  • Shane Walsh
  • Alex Procaccini
  • Mollie Madigan
  • Jamie Engler
  • Tom Donelly

A student pit band will also be performing during the musical. Marino describes the production as a “hilarious musical comedy.”

“A cast of zany characters, played by 18 students, is let loose on a ship heading to London,” said Marino. “With romance and slapstick comedy and gangsters and angels, chaos inevitably ensues.”

Holiday Inn Mansfield/Foxboro 2013 Bridal Show

Bridal show with 35 vendors attending. The grand prize will be a wedding for 80 people.

St. Patrick's Day Weekend at Tastings, Patriot Place

Chef Lacy is putting his spin on traditional Irish fare with a special St. Patrick's Day Prix Fixe menu that will be available in addition to Tastings’ regular menu.


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