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This week the new light poles and bulbs arrived for the new Scituate High School Tennis Court renovation project. The crews from RAD Sports are diligently creating solid footing for each pole as well as drainage and base work for the entire project. The concrete work should be done by the start of the new school year and the entire renovation has an expected completion date in late Fall. Learn more about the project here: https://www.scituatema.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif11836/f/pages/22049-tennis_cpc_presentation_.pdf?fbclid=IwY2xjawEaB5lleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHbvy9lUxQH_AxpXXlZF4YO1_jgWoWRtXU-A37nmJA-XSuIg4dGQwsoBDhA_aem_d_NOt5fH9plvcJpyGx7TVA

Good information about parking and driving around town this weekend for the 2024 Scituate Heritage Days.

August 2nd, 3rd and 4th are Scituate Heritage Days. We look forward to an outstanding weekend of community events in the harbor district and encourage everyone to support our local merchants. There will be plenty of food, music, and family fun! When planning your visit to Heritage Days, the Scituate Police Department asks that you keep a few essential considerations in mind:

• Parking regulations & restrictions will be strictly enforced throughout the harbor and waterfronts areas.

• Parking on Kent Street will be limited to the east shoulder of the northbound lane of the roadway.

o Additionally, parking will not be permitted on Edward Foster Rd., Vinal Ave., Meetinghouse Ln., Greenfield Ln., Otis Place. and Allen Place – as well as other roadways as indicated.

o Cones, barricades, or signs will designate all restricted parking areas.

• Residents and visitors should anticipate periods of heavy congestion in the harbor area throughout the weekend.

• Those planning to attend Heritage Day's events are strongly encouraged to utilize the free shuttle bus service, which will run continuously from the Greenbush MBTA parking lot.

o On Saturday and Sunday, there will be FREE PARKING and 2 free, handicap-accessible SHUTTLE BUSES departing from the Greenbush Commuter Rail Station on Driftway.

o The shuttle buses will drop off at the corner of Front Street and Otis.

• Front Street, across from Allen Place, will provide access to the Mill Wharf Restaurant and shops' parking area.

• Otis Place, east of Front Street, will be closed to through traffic.

• Visitors to Heritage Days are reminded that public consumption of alcoholic beverages is prohibited throughout the Town of Scituate and will be strictly enforced.

• The Scituate Police Department and our law enforcement partners will be on hand throughout the event to help ensure the safety and security of attendees, but we can't do it alone.

o Please remember that if you observe unsafe or concerning behavior, you are urged to inform an officer or to call 911 immediately.

For more information and event details, please visit: https://scituatechamber.org/events-and-updates-for-2024

The 2024 Scituate Heritage Days officially kicked off tonight as the Scituate Chamber of Commerce held its annual cocktail reception at the Mill Wharf Restaurant with food, friends and the official State Proclamation. Take a look at pictures from the event and learn all about the weekend activities here: https://scituatechamber.org/events-and-updates-for-2024

What fun for the final Summer concert from the Scituate Town Library as Hula-La brought the Reggae and Island vibes! The Hawaiian-inspired act thrilled all who attended with music, dancing and more! Take a look at pictures from the event which is sponsored by the Friends of the Scituate Town Library... and watch the entire concert here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lr8umtTlRG0

Tomorrow, the Scituate Harbormaster Department starts the 2025 Slip Waitlist Sign-Up! You can only sign-up online (no walk-ins). Learn how to enter your request here: https://www.scituatema.gov/home/news/2025-slip-waitlist-signup

The Cohasset Historical Society invited Scituate Community Television to a riveting presentation and exhibit on the FIRST Minot Ledge Lighthouse that tragically fell into the sea in 1851, just 16 months after it was built. Renowned model maker and photographer Joe Lebherz's exhibit is currently on display at the Wilson House (104 Elm Street) in Cohasset. Take a look pictures from the exhibit and watch Joe's entire presentation here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m5E1ccyMxvk

The competition was fierce and fun at the Scituate Senior Center today for the first ever "Senior" Olympics Field Day! Games included bocce, a balloon toss, hula hoop contest and more! Take a look at some pictures from the festivities!

It was an evening of acoustic folk music at tonight's Scituate Town Library's Summer Concert series. Kim Moberg Music and Heather Swanson took the stage to delight the audience for the series which is sponsored by the Friends of the Scituate Town Library. Take a look at pictures from the event and watch the entire concert here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fAFnrGqKRR0

The Scituate High School Tennis Courts project is moving along at a good pace. The renovation includes brand new surfacing, an additional (fifth) court and better spectator options. The project should be complete by Fall with most of the concrete and heavy work done by the start of the new school year. Learn more about this CPC (Community Preservation Committee) funded project here: https://www.scituatema.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif11836/f/pages/22049-tennis_cpc_presentation_.pdf?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2a8r-lu8f3BNS5pLrYmSrZ6ZDDAcm96W6tK0GuElUam58iJDD21weikXE_aem_axdrBqpc5juUEw6PFORg4Q

Mystery, mayhem and laughs consumed the GAR Hall tonight for the newest performance from the Town of Scituate Recreation Department's The Short Fuse Theatre Project. Check out The Dreamwold Heist Mystery Edition!

Short Fuse Theatre Project: The Dreamwold Heist Mystery Edition The Town of Scituate Recreation Department's The Short Fuse Theatre Project unveiled its latest edition at the GAR Hall. The Dreamwold Heist Mystery Edition...

Get out the repellent! The Massachusetts Department of Public Health has alerted the Town of Scituate that a mosquito pool in Scituate has tested positive for the West Nile Virus. Learn more about it and how you can protect yourself and others here: https://www.scituatema.gov/home/news/massachusetts-department-of-health-notice-on-west-nile-virus-wnv

It was a classy night in the harbor for the Classic Cars in the Harbor event. Sponsored by the Scituate Harbor Business Association and Mass Cultural Council, the event features dozens of stunning vintage cars. Take a look!

Some cool jazz for a hot night at the Scituate Town Library! Tonight the Women In World Jazz took center stage for the 2024 Summer Concert Series sponsored by the Friends of the Scituate Town Library. Take a look at pictures from the concert and watch the entire concert here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1zC3iwunQus

Widow's Walk Golf Course was packed tonight for the inaugural Scituate Cyber Sailors (SHS Robotic Team) golf tournament fundraiser. The event featured raffles, games and the first public viewing of their new robot Dart! Take a look at pictures from the event and if you want to support the Cyber Sailors visit www.team8626.com

It was a fascinating and informative day at the Scituate Senior Center for a special screening of the documentary Fish & Men. The doc, which exposes the high cost of cheap fish on the seafood economy, was followed by a Q&A with Scituate fishing veteran Frank Mirarchi. The event also featured amazing fish & chips from Miss Emily Food Truck! Find out where you can watch the film here: www.fishandmen.com and learn about local efforts to support Scituate's vibrant fishing industry with Local Catch 143, www.localcatch143.org
You can watch Frank's Q&A here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-WcNtbVQ-dM

The construction of the new Scituate High School Tennis Courts is underway! This week crews arrived to begin the tear down of the old courts which had cracks, a sloped service and limited viewing options. The new plan fixes all that and adds additional courts. Learn more and see designs about this CPC (Community Preservation Committee) funded project here:https://www.scituatema.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif11836/f/pages/22049-tennis_cpc_presentation_.pdf

The heat didn't stop the beat at the Scituate Town Library tonight for the kick-off of the 2024 Summer Concert series! Sponsored by the Friends of the Scituate Town Library, the first concert featured Odaiko New England, one of the premier taiko (drum) groups on the East Coast! Take a look at some pictures from the event and watch the entire concert here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cGeKvfbvFKM

The Scituate Select Board is revisiting the future development of the Old Gates Building and wants residents to offer their thoughts. This week, architect and design firm Bargmann Hendrie + Archetype, Inc. presented a feasibility study to lay the groundwork for what might be possible. Take a look at some designs presented and watch the entire presentation here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tMi-7J9fEpE

Today, the Scituate Town Library hosted the LTJG John P. Connors Navy Memorial Paddle unveiling. LTJG Connors died in service in 1989 while on a mission in Panama. Take a look at pictures from the event and learn more about John and the importance of the paddle explained during today's ceremony here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xHsoSmsU4HE

The Purple Dinosaur Park (618 Old Country Way) should open very soon and when it does visitors will be greeted with these hidden historical gems: Dozens of the original dinosaur footprints leading to the park! The concrete footprints were part of a fundraising effort when the park opened nearly 3 decades ago! Over time they were completely covered by grass and haven't been seen in years! Take a look!

And a HUGE shout-out to Mike Breen with the Town of Scituate's Highway Division who has been uncovering each footprint and cleaning each one. He plans to repaint them with their original purple color too!

New traffic signs are going up around the Town of Scituate. MassDOT now requires motorists to pass bikers and pedestrians at a "safe passing distance" of at least 4 feet. What if there's oncoming traffic and you can't allow for 4 feet?? You must wait for the traffic to clear before passing the biker or pedestrian.

The carnival has come to town! This morning dozens of trucks and rides arrived in Cole Parkway for this week's Knights of Columbus, Scituate Council 3716 2024 Scituate Harbor Carnival! The fun kicks off Tuesday starting at 7 PM and each night following until Friday. New this year is Saturday when the carnival will start at 3 PM. Learn more here: https://www.fiestashows.com/fs/scituate-carnival/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR1qG4kqFeKCu2e7k9QJQ468vU8DIcMLHJCifcZbG2mzclArsmZhLvC8w20_aem_1bb4o4gR1Nyl9Nm4zA8cfg