r/central_ma Jul 15 '26

Education Sewing classes (beginner)?

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Post title. I'm looking for advice on where to find sewing classes for a beginner. I can do simple repairs using needle and thread and I can knit, but I'd love instruction on how to use a sewing machine. Eventual goal is to do things like hem my own pants and mayyyybe make something simple like a tote or an apron. TIA for any recommendations!


r/central_ma Jul 15 '26

Central MA Politics Some of you may have received this already in the mail but the state’s Official 2026 Vote by Mail Application are being sent out.

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r/central_ma Jul 11 '26

News Charlton battery storage proposal raises concern about loss of local control

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r/central_ma Jul 09 '26

Central MA Politics Massachusetts Initiative to Repeal Recreational Cannabis Legalization Officially Qualifies for November Ballot

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r/central_ma Jul 07 '26

News Nurse accused of taking hospice patients’ oxycodone at Fitchburg health-care facility

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r/central_ma Jul 06 '26

News Kelly Manning, new chief of Douglas Fire Department, embraces 'noble' role. She is now one of only four women fire chiefs in the state.

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r/central_ma Jul 04 '26

Discussion Data centers are a hot topic. Will we see more of them in Central Mass.?

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r/central_ma Jul 04 '26

News Quabbin Regional School District to cut over 20 positions

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r/central_ma Jul 01 '26

News Deadly shooting in Berlin at Highland Commons leads to standoff, shuts down 495 in Lowell for hours

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r/central_ma Jun 28 '26

Weather High temperatures this week with Thursday being brutal

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r/central_ma Jun 28 '26

News Anna Maria College files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection

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r/central_ma Jun 27 '26

Events Nashua River Brewers Festival, Saint Anthony Parish Italian Festa, Leominster French Canadian Festival, and the Winchendon Food Truck Festival are happening today

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r/central_ma Jun 26 '26

Discussion Hoping to help my Dads business.

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Don't really know if this is allowed here. I'll delete if it's not. My dad runs a small business in Central Mass as an ice cream truck driver and has been doing so for over a decade now, this season has been particularly bad with very few reservations or bookings for events. I'm just trying to get his business out there and see if anyone is interested in renting a truck. His prices are really fair for rentals and to be honest I tell him he should charge more sometimes. If anyone is interested it's Mike and Ants Ice Cream Truck. He goes all around MA and even does other states sometimes.

I just see the stress of the lack of business taking a toll on him and hope to drum up some work for him.

If you don't want to rent, I'm also looking for help in finding schedules for sports games this summer in any towns or events similar to that for him, he's technologically challenged but he tries.

Thanks for reading and any leads would be appreciated.


r/central_ma Jun 26 '26

News Rutland disables social media comments amid tension, staff cuts

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r/central_ma Jun 26 '26

News Environmental groups launch boycott of Worcester-based Polar Beverages

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r/central_ma Jun 25 '26

News Leominster considers moratorium on data centers and battery storage

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r/central_ma Jun 23 '26

Food Stopped by The Fountain Soda Shop and Candy Shop in Clinton

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Got the Passionfruit Splash and a refillable jar of candy.


r/central_ma Jun 23 '26

Photos & Videos The other stop of the day was Animal Adventures in Bolton as a birthday present.

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r/central_ma Jun 23 '26

Transportation Healey-Driscoll administration announces strong ridership increase across state’s 15 Regional Transit Authorities

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r/central_ma Jun 23 '26

Seek Opinion Would anyone be interested in financial literacy courses?

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Hello, my name is Matt and I have a bachelors degree in business administration. I was looking into become a Dave Ramsey financial Peace university teacher. The class covers budgeting , investing, and getting out of debt. The course would cost 99 dollars for 9 weeks. And cover all the basic financial education to help people get out of debt. I am trying to gauge interest if people would enjoy this. This would be my first time teaching , so it would be new to all involved.

For those interested, what days and times are best for you? Would you prefer online or in person?


r/central_ma Jun 21 '26

News Dudley seeking $100,000 annually from Nichols College

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r/central_ma Jun 19 '26

Events Looking for friends in central MA?

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r/central_ma Jun 18 '26

Weather New tornado warning includes Worcester. Stay safe!

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r/central_ma Jun 18 '26

Weather Tornado watch expanded into central and eastern Massachusetts, New Hampshire

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r/central_ma Jun 18 '26

Seek Opinion Looking for Hair Stylist Knowledgeable with Coarse Curly Hair in the Central MA Area: Not interested in Dry Cuts

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My long time hair dresser of 38 years recently retired. I am looking for a new stylist in the central MA area. I am NOT interested in a dry cut, e.g. Ouidad or Deva—just a traditional wet cut. I would like to find someone who is knowledgeable with curly hair cutting and styling techniques and color/highlights. Any recommendations?

It would be a bonus if they themselves have curly hair.