Weekend Activities Around The Dover-Sherborn Area: May 27-30

The weekend is just around the corner. If the only plans you have are not to stay home because lounging on the couch and watching TV just isn't cutting it, then don't worry, Dover-Sherborn Patch is here to assist you! Check out our list of suggestions of events to attend, places to go, sites to see – all within driving distance of home. It's a super-size edition of weekend activities in recognition of Memorial Day - get out and enjoy all the area has to offer!

1.   New Veteran’s Plaque to be Unveiled at Dale Street School

Where/When: , 45 Adams St, Medfield; Friday, May 27, 10 to 11 a.m.

Why Go: After several months of research and hard work, the Medfield Public School Veterans Plaque Committee in cooperation with the Medfield School System will hold a dedication ceremony on outside Dale Street School. The public is invited to the unveiling of the plaque, which will occur after a traditional Memorial Day Assembly in the school gym, which is not open to the public. Dale Street School Principal Kim Cave said “the school children are very active in participating in this annual event. Typically we ask the students to invite any of their family members who are veterans. Many veterans come in their military uniforms and are officially recognized and receive the appreciation and thanks for their service to their country.”

This year will be extra special since the school will be unveiling a new plaque purchased through local donations. The existing plaque erected in 1944 honors those young men and women who attended Hannah Adams Pfaff High School (HAPHS), now the Dale Street School and went on to join the armed forces in WWII.  The original plaque erected is in poor condition and warranted replacement. The Dale Street School students actively participated by raising almost $1,000 in proceeds from a gala talent show.

Pricing: Free and open to all

2. Springfest Music Event at Hospital Hill Fields

Where/When: 0 Hospital Road, Medfield (Hospital Road Baseball Diamonds; Saturday, May 28, 5 to 11 p.m.

Why Go: Springfest features the biggest and best local bands in town. The band Lineup is as follows:

Biaxident 5:30-5:50

Aveline - 5:55-6:15

The One Fingered Salute - 6:20 - 6:50

Devolution - 6:55 - 7:35

Travesty - 7:40 - 8:20

Beat Up And Broken Down - 8:25 - 9:25

The Groove Merchants - 9:30 - 10:10

Corduroy Thursday - 10:15 - 10:55

Pricing: $5.

3. The Inn Presents Saturday Night Music by Brogue

Where/When: 33 N Main St, Sherborn (The Sherborn Inn); Saturday, May 28, 9 p.m. to 12 a.m.

Why Go: Stop by the Sherborn Inn for a night of music by “Brogue.”

Pricing: Free.

4. 

Where/When: , 7 Butler St, Sherborn; Monday, May 30, 10 a.m.

Why Go: The Sherborn Memorial Day Dedication will be held today at 10:00am.  The March will start at the Town Garage on Butler St., to North Main Street to Pine Hill Cemetery and then proceed to the Memory Statue at Route 16 & 27.  The March will disband at the Community Center where ice cream will be served.

Pricing: Free and open to all.

5. 

Where/When: , 5 Springdale Ave, Dover; Monday, May 30, 6 p.m.

Why Go: The 2011 Annual Memorial Day Parade will commence on May 30th with the Dedication at 6pm in the Dover Town Hall. The parade will begin immediately following the dedication, starting on Springdale Avenue and will continue to Highland Cemetery for another brief service before returning back to the raising of the colors at Town Hall. The American Legion is proud to host the conclusion of Memorial Day with their annual cookout for all to attend. A large participation of veterans and families alike is expected.

Pricing: Free and open to all.

6. 

Where/When: , 650 Nichols St, Norwood; Saturday, May 28, 8:45 a.m.

Why Go: Proceeds to benefit Saint Timothy’s Social Outreach Program. Free T-shirt and High Performance New Balance Socks will be given to the first 150 applicants. 8:45 am: 75-Yard Kids Fun Run (Free); 9 a.m.: 5K.

Pricing: $18.

7. The Click Five at Showcase Live

Where/When: 23 Patriot Pl, Foxborough (Showcase Live); Saturday, May 28, 4 p.m.

Why Go: American Rock Band, The Click Five will be performing tonight at Showcase Live. Jesse Ruben and Alexis Babini are also scheduled to perform Saturday.

Pricing: Buy Tickets online

8. Medfield’s Memorial Day Parade

Where/When: Janes Ave., Medfield; Monday, May 30, 9:45 a.m.

Why Go: Memorial Day Parade starts on Janes Avenue and proceeds down Route 109 to Baxter Park to arrive at 10 a.m.  At Baxter Park, Medfield Police Chief Robert Meaney Jr. will lead a brief ceremony and Town Historian Richard DeSorgher will give the Memorial Day Address that will highlight Medfield’s participation and sacrifice during the Civil War.

Pricing: Free