Dedham Community House Tree Sale

The Dedham Community House’s annual Tree & Wreath Sale was off to a festive start last weekend, opening to a dusting of snow. More than 100 trees and 75 wreaths were purchased in the first of two weekends of the sale. Many more beautiful six to ten foot Balsam Firs from Novia Scotia, wreaths and gorgeous handmade bows remain for the final weekend of the sale this Saturday and Sunday Dec. 8 and 9. Sale runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. until supplies last on Sunday.  Volunteers working the sale are happy to give your tree a fresh cut and tie it onto your car. All proceeds benefit the Dedham Community House, a 90-year-old nonprofit community educational and recreational center operating a preschool, summer day camp, a …

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Dedham Community House Celebrates 90 Years

The Dedham Community House will be celebrating its 90th Anniversary in two ways, by having a gala along and an outdoor fair.

  The Dedham Community House (DCH) will be holding its 90th Anniversary Gala on Oct. 13 at 7 p.m. The organizers of the event are proud that DCH has been able to remain a "valuable resource" for the Dedham community. "We are really excited for this milestone celebration," Executive Director Michelle Persson Reilly said.  "Our volunteer planning committee has done a tremendous job and has a fun and festive evening planned.  Guests are sure to find plenty of delicious food, leave with fun photo momentoes and hopefully with some of our high-demand auction items such as sports tickets, Seinfeld tickets, or even an eliptical machine!" The cost to attend the gala will be $60 in advance and $65 at the door.  But if you can't afford the tickets, …

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5 Things to Do This Weekend: Easter Weekend

A tradition continues this weekend with the Annual Easter Egg Hunt at the Community House.

  It's Thursday, and you've got no idea what you'll do for the weekend. Dedham Patch is coming to the rescue.

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Five Things You Need to Know Today: Jan. 24

A MBCG meeting, a DJWC social and Zumba.

"Five Things you Need to Know Today" is a Patch column that provides readers with essential, daily information at a glance. 1. The day will begin cloudy, but unlike yesterday will be devoid of rain. Today’s high will be around 48 with an overnight low of 28. 2. The Mother Brook Community Group hosts its annual meeting tonight with a focus on a “Proud Past, Bright Future.” 3. The Dedham Junior Woman’s Club invites interested guests to partake in chocolate fondue and fruit as part of its General Meeting and New Member Social, held tonight at 7 p.m. 4. The Dedham Community House will host Zumba tonight at 7:15 p.m. The cost is $85 for a ten-week session. 5. On this day in 1908, the Boy Scouts movement began in England. Since that time, the …

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5 Things You Need to Know Today: Jan. 3

Zumba and a return to school are among things to know about today.

“Five Things You Need to Know Today" is a Patch column that provides readers with essential, daily information at a glance. 1. Today’s forecast calls for mostly sunny skies, but cold temperatures with a high of 25 and a low of 8. 2. Schools and government offices are back in session today. 3. The Dedham Community House will host Zumba tonight at 6:30 p.m. 4. If you missed it, check out our feature on three-sport athlete Emily Mosca. 5. Seven-time Formula One champion Michael Schumacher is born on this day in 1969.

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Fun for Kids Day Brings Games, Activities to Dedham

Third annual 4Cs Fun for Kids Day offers entertainment for all ages while benefitting Children's Hospital Boston.

Clouds filled the Dedham skies Saturday, but the Dedham Community House offered a bright spot for children and adults on an overcast afternoon.  The community house hosted the third annual Fun for Kids Day, a fundraiser benefitting Children's Hospital Boston.  At least 100 people attended this year's event.  "It's been great," event founder Mark Consentino said. "There's been so much work, but we've had a great turnout." Consentino created the 4Cs for Kids Fund, a nonprofit organization providing support to Children's Hospital Boston. The event founder said the afternoon festivities allow attendees to have fun while raising funds for a good cause. "My main goal is for kids to have a great time, win some prizes and to raise money for the …

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5 Things to Do This Weekend: July 29-31

Watch a free movie, cheer on neighbors at a softball game and tour Dedham history.

It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend.Dedham Patch is coming to the rescue. Celebrate summer with an outdoor movie, a little history, community baseball, crafts, and of course a hop in the pool!

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5 Things to Do This Weekend: June 24-26

Movies, bowling, swimming and singing - we've got your weekend mapped out for you!

It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. Dedham Patch is coming to the rescue. We’ve got the best bets for your done-work-outta-here time. Check our picks for the activities to hit and new bars/restaurants/shops to explore.

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Bands, Artists Rock Festival in Dedham Square

Artists and musicians entertained hundreds on Saturday.

The Dedham Music and Art Festival brought local artists and musicians to the Dedham Community House on Saturday. Miss the event? Rock out to these photos to get a glimpse at the day's festivities. 

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