Sullivan s Travels: Help determine future of South Natick dam
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For nearly 90 years, since the days of the Great Depression, the dam at South Natick has drawn visitors – animal and human – to its beauty.
It has been the inspiration for artists, a few moments of peace for bench-sitters, and even where the occasional fish becomes dinner for the occasional heron.
But the dam is aging. There’s the possibility the dam could fail, causing damage to property downriver.
According to information provided by the town, the current dam – there’s been a dam at this site since colonial times – provides no flood control. It’s there more for aesthetic and recreational purposes.
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Sullivan s Travels: Natick begins planning for Memorial Day
The calendar may read April, but Natick is already making plans for Memorial Day.
Like last year, there will be no “traditional” parade. Instead, there will be a car parade through town, with stops at the cemeteries and the Town Common.
There will also be a stop at the Indian Burial Ground on Pond Street, where the Sons of the American Revolution will conduct a re-internment ceremony for Alexander Quapish, a Praying Indian who fought during the Revolutionary War.
Also, the annual Transfer of Flags will be held virtually this year.
Details will be announced in the coming weeks.