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Happy weekend, Leominster!Â
In today’s happening-today edition: Old Sturbridge Village living history, a pizza crawl, a deep-sea crab claw sale, and more. + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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đź“° In the news
Massachusetts’ largest outdoor history museum: Old Sturbridge Village in Worcester County brings early 1800s New England to life with costumed historians and hands-on demos, and since 1946 it welcomes over 200,000 visitors a year — read the full story.
Home prices show mixed signals: January home listings across Worcester County, including the Leominster area, had a median price of $525,000, up 3.2% from last year, according to a Realtor analysis — get all the details.
Community food aid in flux: Lunenburg Community Food Pantry seeks 3,500 to 4,000 square feet after being asked to vacate TC Passios, hoping to move before winter 2026 to 2027 to avoid $120,000 in costs — get all the details.
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Highlights this week:
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đź’Ž Local business spotlight
Serious fry fix: At Hot Shotz Bar & Grill, fries come two ways, classic and spicy, stacked generously beside burgers and sandwiches. Crispy, salty, and primed for sharing… or hoarding. Those golden bites turn any meal into a mini fry mission.
Skin goals, activated: Revital Med Spa keeps it local and low-key with RN-led treatments: Botox and fillers, fractional CO2 laser, microneedling, IPL hair removal, and the Glo2Facial. Quietly level up your glow… no fuss, no spotlight, just results that look like you, only fresher.
Time to toss a disc: When cabin fever hits, Coggshall Park Disc Golf Course brings a legit woods vibe without leaving town, with tight lines, sneaky elevation, and just enough bite to keep the group chat humble. It’s ideal for a quick after work loop with friends, no fuss, just flights.
These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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📆 Around town today & tomorrow
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🏺 Pottery Wheel Class @ Art on the Rocks | Saturday (3/14) at 12:00 PM – Trade doomscrolling for a pottery wheel and learn to center clay like you finally sorted your retirement account. Make a bowl or vessel in durable stoneware, oven, dishwasher, and microwave safe, and leave pleasantly smudged, and oddly proud. All levels welcome.
🛠Explore Your World Makerspace Event @ Leominster Public Library | Saturday (3/14) at 2:30 PM – Whether your kid builds forts from couch cushions or just loves taking things apart, this makerspace at the Leominster Public Library will channel that energy. Ages 8 to 13 get gadgets, guided tinkering, and bragging rights, you get a rare, peaceful hour.
🤠Line Dancing Benefit @ Leominster Eagles #477 | Saturday (3/14) at 5:00 PM – Line dancing lessons and open dance are raising money for Bill MacDonald Memorial Washington DC Fund, plus Samoset and Skyview Middle Schools. Cathy of Granite State Stomp keeps it friendly for two left feet, country to pop, tickets $15 advance or $20 at the door.
📚 Book Release Party @ The Fay Club (Fitchburg) | Saturday (3/14) at 6:00 PM – A new book is here, and we’re toasting it like seasoned locals. Debbie reads from All The World’s a Stage, answers your nosy questions, and signs your fresh copy, with light bites, a full bar, and zero pressure to quote Shakespeare. Reserve your spot.
🍕 Pizza Crawl @ Leominster, Massachusetts | Sunday (3/15) at 12:00 AM – Grab a Crawl card at the Mayor’s Office at City Hall, then snag $1 cheese slices all week at NY Pizza, Pizza King, and more. Vote for your favorite, crown Leominster’s best, and maybe win a gift card. Consider it civic duty with extra carbs.
🦀 Deep-Sea Red Crab Claw Sale @ KofC 99 Fitchburg | Sunday (3/15) at 10:00 AM – U.S.-caught deep-sea red crab claws, ready to crack, make their first Fitchburg stop at the Knights of Columbus on Electric Ave, with bulk bags for $8.99 or $9.99 a pound. First come, first served, so bring a cooler, butter, and restraint.
🕺 Irish American Step Dancers @ Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical School (Fitchburg) | Sunday (3/15) at 2:00 PM – Whether your family tree has a shamrock or you just admire crisp footwork, this Irish dance and music showcase delivers toe-taps, smiles, and zero pretense. Grab tickets at the door, with wallet-friendly adult, senior, and kid pricing, plus a 50/50 raffle, and merch.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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đź“» Leominster report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 44°F – Low: 26°F – Precip: 7%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 44. West wind 12 to 21 mph, with gusts as high as 44 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 26. West wind 3 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 37 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 44°F – Low: 32°F – Precip: 0%
Mostly cloudy, with a high near 44. Northeast wind 1 to 6 mph. Later: A chance of rain after 2am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 32. Southeast wind around 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
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