The Becket Stories Project, initiated during the COVID pandemic, records personal narratives from diverse residents to document Becket’s history, capturing meaningful life experiences through interviews and storytelling sessions.
Author: DaveLab
Asian Jumping Worms: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly
Becket gardeners are facing the invasive Asian jumping worm, which can wreak havoc on our forests. Read up on tips to help keep these guys in check.
Scenic Snaps of Spring and Summer
From end-of-school picnic fun to summertime outdoor music, photographic evidence abounds in Becket.
Becket Washington Community Partnership (BWCP) News—July 2026
The Becket Arts Center features a vibrant July with music concerts, art exhibitions, classes, and creative gatherings. Highlights include performances from Bobby Sweet and The O-Tones, gallery openings, and various community activities. Meanwhile, the Athenaeum hosts a Book & Bake Sale, colonial crafts, Mahjong meetups, and summer reading for all ages.
Memorial Day in Becket 2026
Tableaux from this year’s observance seen through the lens of Art Alpert
Surprising Evening at the Two-Town Forum
The Becket-Washington Two-Town Forum at Becket Washington Elementary School celebrated community and democracy with over 140 attendees. Kicked off with a humorous skit on the importance of the census, the summit featured local leaders discussing civic engagement and community support programs.
Letter from the Editors
The Becket Beat highlights uplifting community stories, including a successful Becket/Washington meeting and a significant land preservation for wildlife.
Annual Town Meeting (ATM) Generates Strong Turnout and Limited Debate
well over a hundred residents participated in the ATM on May 9 held at the Becket Washington School (BWS). In little more than two hours, registered voters considered, discussed, and voted on all 24 articles included in the warrant. 23 articles passed either unanimously or by a simple majority;
$5 Million Sale Closes on Palmer Brook Property to Mass Audubon
Mass Audubon has purchased the 858-acre Palmer Brook property for $5 million, transforming it into a wildlife sanctuary, while continuing to raise funds for enhancements and community engagement.
Swimming and Hiking Enthusiast? Consider Upper Goose Pond
Becket offers unique swimming opportunities in its ponds, notably Upper Goose Pond, accessible via a scenic 1.7-mile hike along the Appalachian Trail, featuring beautiful natural surroundings and solitude.