Christina Rasmussen / Special to the Melrose Free Press
The bands are getting back together!
that s right. The third annual Melrose Porchfest is coming back on Sept. 25, after taking a year off due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Porchfest is the idea that members of the community open up their “porches,” or backyards and driveways, to host musical performers while others in the community walk around and listen to the various genres of music. With bands and performers spread out across a city, community members are able to connect and be in one’s company while enjoying live music.
“Porchfest is a wonderful way to build community,” Gina Martinez, Melrose resident and Porchfest organizer, said. “Music is something that most everyone can relate to, and it’s a joyful thing to come together around.”
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Town Meeting Capsules for Dover, Sherborn and Medfield
How Many Articles in Warrant: 26
What’s in the Warrant: In addition to deciding on the town’s annual budget, residents will also determine whether to amend the zoning bylaws on accessory apartments; accept Stagecoach Lane as a public way; amend the bylaws for Highland Cemetery; and transfer funds from free cash to reduce the tax rate.
Residents will also be asked to expend $100,000 for a water resources assessment (Article 12).
Capital budget requests include $75,000 from the Police Department to replace its portable radios; $700,000 to replace the Town House roof; and $80,000 for renovations to the offices, classrooms and floors at Chickering Elementary School.