Yoked Parish Community Emergency Outreach Program (CEOP) As the holidays approach, perhaps you’ll consider a donation to the CEOP, which helps individuals with one-time emergencies such as fuel assistance (a tank of propane), car repair (a new tire), medical needs (eyeglasses, crutches, inhaler), or even just a tank of gasoline to get to work. Demand […]
Tag: Town Happenings
Becket Washington Children’s Holiday Party is Back
By Kimberly Allardyce The Becket-Washington community is coming together to revive a beloved tradition—a children’s holiday party that welcomes families of all faiths, backgrounds, and traditions. This event was originally organized by Becket Police Officer Nicole Miller, whose warmth and dedication made it a much-anticipated annual gathering. After a year’s absence, the community felt its […]
Becket Washington Community Partnership (BWCP) News—November 2025
First Congregational Church of Becket Holiday Pie Sale & Craft Sale Saturday, November 15, 9am-3pmCongregational Church Guild Hall, YMCA Road Proceeds to benefit the“Save the Bell” Building Fund Crafts from local artisans. Pies are $15 each. Varieties include: To order, call 413-623-8300 or 413-623-6455. Certified Organic Blueberries donated by MOUNTAIN PASTURE FARM, Becket, Massachusetts. Becket […]
State-Sponsored Medicare Enrollment Guidance for Seniors
By Marcia Parnell Known as the SHINE program (Serving the Health Information Needs of Everyone) and administered by local elder services organizations throughout the state, the SHINE program provides free health insurance information, counseling, and assistance to people who are Medicare-eligible. Becket resident and local SHINE representative Steve Rosenthal will be conducting an information session […]
Becket Washington Community Partnership (BWCP) News—October 2025
Annual Harvest Turkey Dinner Fundraiser Saturday, October 4th at the Congregational Church Guild Hall, YMCA Road Menu: Roast turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, gravy, butternut squash, coleslaw, cranberry sauce, and apple crisp with real whipped cream for dessert Price: $18; free for children under 12 Dinner will be served from 4:30 to 6:30 pm, and takeout […]
Becket Family Fun Festival Returns with Expanded Entertainment and Activities
By Adele Levine Mark your calendars for Saturday, 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 […]
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
By Marcia Parnell The public hearing hosted by the Planning Board, 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 […]
More On ADUs
By Al Blake Since the Town Meeting and the Becket Beat’s coverage of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) in May (becketbeat.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 […]
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 […]