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Woburn Veterans Day Parade 2026
Woburn Veterans Day Parade 2026 is Wednesday, November 11th, 2026. Times, route, Main Street closures, and the 11 a.m. ceremony on Woburn Common.
School committee negotiation team set executive session
The Woburn School Committee Negotiation Team subcommittee posted an executive session for November 9th, 2026, at 4 p.m. The meeting was in the library at Malcolm White Elementary School, 36 Bow Street. The notice says the session was to discuss strategy and bargain with the Woburn Teachers Association.
Festival on the Common permit was on the November 9th, 2026 agenda
The Committee on Public Safety and Licenses was scheduled to discuss a special event permit for the Festival on the Common. The festival date on the notice is November 28th, 2026, on Woburn Common and surrounding streets. The petitioner requested a waiver of umbrella liability insurance, and the notice does not record a vote.
HLE Target seeks all-alcohol license transfer
The Woburn License Commission is to consider an application from HLE Target Co. LLC to transfer an all-alcohol license at 25 Middlesex Canal Park Drive. The hearing is Thursday, November 12th, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. in the Committee Room at 10 Common Street. The item is continued from October 15th, 2026, and the notice does not record a vote.
Gun violence vigil set for December 6th, 2026
The Woburn Senior Center shared a flyer for the 14th Annual National Vigil for All Victims of Gun Violence. It is scheduled for Sunday, December 6th, 2026, at 4 p.m. at the Woburn United Methodist Church on Main Street. The flyer says the vigil will also be livestreamed.
Woburn Little League seeks sponsors
Woburn Little League is seeking sponsors for its 75th anniversary season in 2027. Sponsorships help provide fields, equipment, uniforms, and resources for the baseball and softball programs. Interested sponsors can view packages and opportunities on the Woburn Little League website.
Woburn Chamber annual gala set for December 10th, 2026
The Woburn Chamber of Commerce is hosting its annual gala on December 10th, 2026 at 5pm at the Crowne Plaza. The event will include dinner, recognition of amazing people, and dancing. Secure a spot by registering at the provided link.
Woburn library offers free ComicsPlus access
The Woburn Public Library is offering free access to ComicsPlus, a database of thousands of graphic novels, manga, and picture books, with a library card. The titles are available 24/7 on any device. Residents can check out ComicsPlus and other databases through the library's website.
Woburn in mild drought
Woburn is in a Level 1 - Mild Drought as declared by Energy and Environmental Affairs Secretary Rebecca Tepper on November 9th, 2026. Residents and businesses are encouraged to conserve water by minimizing overall water use, limiting outdoor watering, and fixing indoor leaks. The Drought Management Task Force will continue monitoring conditions to determine whether recent rain will lead to lasting improvements.
Woburn Little League registration opens
Woburn Little League celebrates 75 years and opens registration for its Winter Clinic and Spring Baseball, Softball, and Challenger programs. The league brings the community together through baseball, softball, and memories. Registration is now available on the Woburn Little League website.
Woburn recycling drive set for November 21st, 2026
The Medeiros Crew Recycling group is hosting an appliance, Freon, CRT, and electronics recycling drive on Saturday, November 21st, 2026, from 9 to 1 at Spence Farm, 41 Wyman Street in Woburn. Residents and businesses from all communities can participate and pay by cash or check. The event aims to provide a cost-effective way to recycle these items while supporting local non-profit organizations and the Woburn Memorial High School Scholarship Fund.
Scarf Decorating Class canceled Monday
The Scarf Decorating Class at the Woburn Senior Center on Monday, November 9th, 2026 has been canceled and will be rescheduled at a later date
Zumba classes cancelled Friday and Monday
The Woburn Senior Center posted that there is no Zumba on Friday, November 6th, 2026 and Monday, November 9th, 2026. The notice does not give a makeup date.
Woburn school committee to adopt library materials selection policy
The Woburn School Committee Policy Subcommittee is to adopt changes to the library materials selection and adoption policy on November 24th, 2026, at 4:00 PM in the Joseph Crowley Jr. Conference Room at the Joyce Middle School. The changes incorporate feedback from the Massachusetts Library System and update cross-references to adhere to American Library Association standards.