The town of Needham will celebrate it 300th year in the 2011. I am serving on one of the committees that are planning activities and it is going to be a really fun year. The kick of will be at the end of 2010 and that is not so far away. We are all getting really excited about this momentous occasion. We have looked back at when was done in the 250th year celebration and that is fun to see too. I didn't come to town until after that celebration but from what I am told it was really great.
We have come so very far and have so much to celebrate. It would be wonderful if former residents will return for some of the fun things that will be happening. I won't leak a thing right now so you will just have to keep checking in as time approaches but I know it will be great fun for all ages.
If you once lived in Needham I would love to hear back from you of some of the things that you remember and enjoyed. We have a very rich heritage and some very famous people who came from Needham as well.
I personally live in an historical house built in 1870 and before that the land was owned by the Kingsbury family. I am a history buff and so doing the research on our house was fun.
Needham is a vibrant community now and basically always has been. We have much to celebrate and be proud of especially our school system.
We have the finest police department and fire department and we are very lucky to have each and every man and woman who serve us.
All who are involved in our town government are dilligent about the tasks of running this great town and we appreciate everyone as well.
It is the best place to live we think and close to major highways and 20 minutes to Boston and not much more to Logan Airport. It only takes a hour to get to the Sagamore Bridge and Cape Cod. We can be in New Hampshire in less than and hour. We are surrounded by wonderful culture and education and have much to be greatful for.
As time approaches and this great town is celebrated I will keep postng what is planned.
Pat Baker, Realtor Metro/West Boston/Needham, MA 617-435-3471 http://budurl.com/patbakerRE
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I lived in Needham growing up and loved it!
The blizzard always pops to mind when I think of being a kid in Needham.
Other than that, the thing I remember most about living there is just how safe it was. I roamed the neighborhoods with my friends, riding my bike to the elementary school and playing on the playground. Nothing fancy just enjoying being a kid.
Because of the world we live in, it's a shame most kids aren't able to enjoy that simple pleasure.