where I was thrust into a world of new ideas. Did I fancy poetry? I did
September 2025
Letter From the Editors
Over the past few months we have put out a call for new writers, and our calls have been answered. We would like to extend an enthusiastic welcome to our two new contributing writers, Susan Neul and Mark Hanford. Susan moved to Becket full time in 2022 after raising her two daughters in Summit, New
Becket Family Fun Festival Returns with Expanded Entertainment and Activities
September 27th, as the Becket Family Fun Festival transforms North Becket Park into a hub of community celebration. The second annual event, hosted by the Becket Parks and Recreation Committee (BPRC), runs from noon to 5 pm at the park across from Becket Washington Elementary School, with
Becket Cultural Council: Now Accepting Applications for Town AND State Grants
concerts, art and science exhibits, live performances, and museums. School field trips bring these opportunities to life for our kids, making learning fun and engaging. But every adventure comes with a cost. The good news is… We have money! The Becket Cultural Council works to
Summer Photos from Around Town by Art Alpert
So much to do around town! Visit becketbeat.org/community-calendar!
Public Hearing Sets the Stage for September 20th Special Town Meeting
the Bylaw Review Committee, and Town Administrator Kathe Warden on August 13th played out like a dress rehearsal. The meeting, held in the Community Room at Town Hall, was attended by approximately thirty residents, all of whom were there to better understand a proposed
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org/may-2025), there have been many questions circulating about how it will play out. As a refresher, Governor Healey signed into law the Affordable Homes Act (AHA) effective February 25, 2025, to address the housing crisis in
There is Gold Everywhere
Whereas spring-blooming forsythia and daffodils are carefully planted and tended by homeowners, the end-of-summer goldenrod establishes itself without human help. Goldenrod needs no compost, fertilizer, or watering to maintain its stunning display. Just when
Becket Washington Community Partnership (BWCP) News—September 2025
Becket Arts Center—Storytelling, Music, Exhibits & More Art openings—always free and open to the public—for “Creature” and “Receptive” grace our galleries on September 5 and 19, respectively. Senator Paul Mark addresses “The Importance of Art to Community Building” as part of our Speaker Series on September 11. Music Brings Communities Together continues September 13 with