The Becket Swap Shop, launched on August 1, allows residents to exchange reusable items, reducing waste while fostering community connections. Within two weeks, over 2,100 pounds were diverted from landfills.
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Special Town Meeting September 19: New and Revised Bylaws Up for Vote
The Special Town Meeting on September 19 will discuss four articles — including proposed bylaws for short-term rentals and clean energy — requiring voter approval and addressing community concerns and state compliance.
August 15, 2026: BVFD Centennial Beer Garden
Music, raffle, food, drinks — what’s not to like? Take a guided tour through our photo gallery of last month’s centennial celebration in North Becket.
Becket Washington Community Partnership (BWCP) News—September 2026
September at the Becket Arts Center offers diverse events, including Improvisational Circle Singing, Open Studio DriveAbout, and art exhibitions. The Athenaeum hosts a Book & Bake Sale while emphasizing programs on the natural world, including stargazing and tree identification. Both venues encourage community engagement and creativity throughout the month.
A Century of Showing Up: The Becket Volunteer Fire Department
Aaron Beatty highlights the Becket Volunteer Fire Department’s centennial, celebrating 100 years of service. Powered by tradition, strong mutual aid, and a new generation of volunteers, the department continues protecting our community.
Becket Marks 250 Years with New Oak on Historic Ground
Becket residents gathered at the historic parade grounds to celebrate the nation’s 250th birthday by planting an “Oak Tree of Liberty,” symbolizing community strength, resilience, and enduring freedom.
New Little Free Library Opens in Town Center Park
There’s a convenient new book-borrowing option in Becket Center, offering local residents a fresh alternative for finding a summer read without having to make your way to the north end of town.
A Naughty Weed
Susan Neul details Japanese Knotweed’s evolution from an admired 19th-century ornamental plant into a destructive invasive species. She highlights its aggressive root spread and introduces a novel starvation method used in Becket to eradicate it.
Charcoal City: A Becket Name That Endures
Adele Levine explores “Charcoal City,” a historic Becket neighborhood defined by its 19th-century charcoal industry. Despite the industry’s decline and vanished kilns, the area’s name survives through local heritage and official state designation.
Becket Establishes a Warming/Cooling Center
A new Warming/Cooling Center is open in the Becket Town Hall Community Room to help residents combat extreme weather. Volunteer-staffed daytime operations take place during severe temperature alerts.