October 2

Music After Hours at the Library: Matt York (musician) as Johnny Cash, 6-7 p.m., Holliston Public Library, 752 Washington St., Holliston, www.hollistonlibrary.org

Ambient Entertainment presents Ayla Brown: This Is Me, Acoustic Storyteller Show, 6:30 p.m., Niagara Coffee Haus, 8 Exchange St., Millis, https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1980051228526

October 3

CultureFest, 10 a.m., Bellforge Arts Center, 45 Hospital Road, Medfield, annual community celebration of music, food, dance, and cultural traditions from around the world — presented in partnership with Medfield Together. Register at www.bellforge.org 

Danielle Miraglia (Americana Blues) with special guest, Moonbellies, 7 p.m., Niagara Coffee Haus, 8 Exchange St., Millis, https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1981680279060

October 4

Simchat Torah Celebration and Bagel Brunch for All Ages, 9:30 a.m. -12 p.m.

Includes an interactive celebration of the Simchat Torah holiday, with singing, dancing, discussion, and edible Torah making, followed by a bagel brunch. Please RSVP at [email protected]

Blessing of the Animals with Rev. Christa, 10 a.m., St. Michael’s Episcopal Church, 1162 Highland St., Holliston, in celebration of St. Francis’ Day, bring your pet to church for a special service and blessing, or if your pet can’t come, a stuffed animal or photo, https://stmichaelshollistonma.org

October 5

Morning Book Club, 11 a.m., on Zoom, by Holliston Public Library, 752 Washington St., Holliston, please register, www.hollistonlibrary.org, “The Empusium,” by Olga Tokarczuk.

October 6

Health & Wellness Fair, 4-6 p.m., The Center, 150 Goulding St., Holliston, over 3 dozen vendors and organizations, find them at https://www.townofholliston.us/176/Senior-Center-The-Center, free.

Holliston Farmers Market, 3-7 p.m., 24 Water St., Holliston, music by The Detentions Band, find schedule at https://thewsk.org/farmers-market-schedule or find Holliston Farmers Market on Facebook for updates.

October 7

Tarot Reading with Antonio, 6-8 p.m., Holliston Public Library, 752 Washington St., Holliston, please register for a private time slot, www.hollistonlibrary.org

Holliston Non-Profit Fair, 6-8 p.m., Holliston Town Hall, 703 Washington St., Holliston, find volunteer opportunities & connect with nonprofits, bring friends, www.hollistoncommunityactionfund.org, [email protected]  

October 9

2nd Annual MusicFest for Holliston Community Action Fund, 5:30-9 p.m., Rushford & Sons Tap Room, 747 Washington St., Holliston, $20 in advance or at door. Features Duo Colin Fields and Angelo Damato with Special guest: The Jasper Anthony Downtown Band. Limited capacity. Contact [email protected] to reserve tickets.

October 10

Santana Tribute Band Abraxas, 7 p.m. (doors open 6:30), Niagara Coffee Haus, 8 Exchange St., Millis, https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1985640592464

October 11

Sunday Jazz Jam, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., Hopkinton Center for the Arts, 98 Hayden Rowe, Hopkinton, features MetroWest Jazz Project, free but donations gratefully accepted, RSVP at https://bit.ly/JazzJamDonation

Drop into Art, 1-4 p.m., Danforth Art Museum and School at Framingham State University, 14 Vernon Place on Framingham Town Common, popular, ongoing event encourages creativity for adults and kids alike, with materials provided. Free.

Abraham’s Table, One Creator: Many Paths, Finding Common Ground, 3-5 p.m., presented by the MetroWest Interfaith Community with Peace Islands Institute, The Islamic Society of Greater Milford, 2 West Elm St., Hopkinton, snacks and refreshments available register at hollistoninterfaith.org, text: 862-264-7000.

October 13

Mystery Book Club, 11 a.m.- 12:30 p.m., Holliston Public Library, 752 Washington St., Holliston, “We Are All Guilty Here,” by Karin Slaughter.

Holliston Farmers Market, 3-7 p.m., 24 Water St., Holliston, music by Alicia Marinelli, find schedule at https://thewsk.org/farmers-market-schedule or find Holliston Farmers Market on Facebook for updates.

Fatima Days 2026: Faith Moves Mountains, 6 p.m. Mass & outdoor rosary procession, The Missionary Shrine of Our Lady of Fatima, 101 Summer St., Holliston, www.fatimashrine.org

October 15

Sound Journey, 6-8 p.m., Danforth Art Museum and School at Framingham State University, 14 Vernon Place on Framingham Town Common, Pre-registration required, purchase tickets at htpps://danforth.framingham.edu/event

October 16

Oktoberfest at Holliston Historical Society, 6:30-10 p.m., 547 Washington St., Holliston. Features Double Eagle Oktoberfest Band. $40 ticket includes German-style meal of knockwurst, German potato salad, warm red cabbage and sauerkraut, and apple crisp, with a vegetarian option of Käsespätzle by pre-order, as well as soft drinks and seasonal beers provided by Crafted. For questions, contact Bea Hait at 774-292-9098, [email protected]

Free Flu/COVID-19 Clinic (with most health insurances, and subsidized for uninsured), 9 a.m.-noon, Placentino Cafetorium, 235 Woodland St., Holliston. Pre-registration recommended https://form.jotform.com/VCarePharmacy/Holliston_Health_Clinic

Walk-ins welcome as supplies last.  Ages 3+ (Flu).  Ages 12+ (COVID-19)

Please print/bring vaccine forms. Sponsored by Holliston Board of Health & Metro West Pharmacy. 508-429-0605.

Free Community Dinner, 5-7 p.m., Christ the King Lutheran Church, 600 Central St., Holliston, https://ctkholliston.org

October 18

Rushford & Hollipride Open Mic Night, 4 p.m. sign up, 4:30 performance, Rushford & Sons, 747 Washington St., Ste. A, Holliston, questions to [email protected] 

October 19

History Book Club, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Holliston Public Library, 752 Washington St., Holliston, please register, www.hollistonlibrary.org, “Ghosts of Iron Mountain,” by Phil Tinline.

Town Meeting, 7 p.m., Holliston High School, 370 Hollis St., Holliston, Anticipated topics for debate include: capital expenditures, personnel bylaw adjustments, groundwater protection zoning bylaw updates, master plan continuity bylaw, sewer commission bylaws. Follow the Town’s website and Facebook page for updates.

October 20

Tuesday Matinee, 12:30 p.m., Holliston Public Library, 752 Washington St., Holliston, “Remarkably Bright Creatures” Elderly widow learns of a life-changing discovery that may bring her joy and wonder once again. Running time 111 minutes. Rated PG-13 (2026.)

October 21

Remembering the Red Sox in the World Series, 1946-2018, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Please Register, Holliston Public Library, 752 Washington St., Holliston.

Welcome Wednesdays, 1-2 p.m., Hopkinton Center for the Arts, 98 Hayden Rowe, Hopkinton, docent-led tour of current exhibitions at the Hopkinton Center for the Arts (HCA), free, RSVP at https://canvas.hopartscenter.org/events/114

October 24

All Out Adventures adaptive cycling, to Blair Square in Holliston and provide skilled staff to outfit registered riders. More info. and registration at www.hollistontrails.org/pink-granite-pedalers 

Holliston SEPAC Trunk-or-Treat, 6-8 p.m. (6-6:30 p.m. sensory-friendly), Miller/Placentino School parking lots, 235 Woodland St., Holliston, $5 per child, $25 family maximum.

Sloan Wainwright, 7 p.m. (doors open 6:30), Niagara Coffee Haus, 8 Exchange St., Millis, https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1981683068403

October 25

Great Pumpkin Walk, 10 a.m. – noon, presented by Holliston Newcomers & Neighbors, Blair Square to the bridge, activities and games for all ages with prizes, allergy free, $6 per child, with cash, Venmo and checks accepted that day. Come in costume!

HCA Wicked 5k FUNdraiser & Wee Wicked Dash, Hopkinton Center for the Arts, 98 Hayden Rowe, Hopkinton, info. at https://runsignup.com/Race/MA/Hopkinton/Wicked5KHopkintonCenterArts 

October 28

The Golden Age of Silent Movies, 7 p.m., Holliston Historical Society barn, 6:30-10 p.m., 547 Washington St., Holliston. Pianist Richard Hughes will present a history of early movies featuring Harold Lloyd and Charlie Chaplin, with narration and musical accompaniment. Richard will also show sound effects and animation devices, including the praxinoscope. Also, a screening of Laurel and Hardy’s “Habeas Corpus,” for Halloween. Co-presented with the Holliston Public Library and the Friends of the Library. 

November 1

Butterfly Garden Reunion, Our Lady of Fatima Shrine Butterfly Garden, 101 Summer St., Holliston, 4-6 p.m., honors those lost to substance misuse, candlelight prayer, food and fun, table activities, loved ones exhibit, quilt-making exhibit, speakers, register at https://bit.ly/481LKAC