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Saturday, February 5

Marathon month kicks off on Dedham TV – Dedham TV teams with Deli after Dark for Dedham High School football “Super Saturday” marathon on Feb. 5, celebrate football Super Saturday with Dedham TV and 10 cent wings at Deli after Dark! The DTV DHS football marathon will air from 10 a.m. To 7 p.m. on DTV channels Comcast 08, Verizon 40 and RCN 15. Watch Dedham High blockbuster games at Deli After Dark and enjoy 10 cent wings starting at 4 p.m. Deli After Dark is located at 545 High St. We can’t cheer for the Pats, cheer for Dedham High! Watch for the “Greater Boston Gala Girls,” marathon On Feb. 12.

Tuesday, February 8

Networking event – The Neponset Valley Chamber of Commerce (NVCC) will hold its monthly Noon Networking program on Tuesday, February 8 from 12:00 -1:30 PM at Buca di Beppo Restaurant, 233 Elm St. The Networking Series is sponsored by The Cooperative Bank. Cost to attend is $25.00 for members and $50.00 for non-members and includes lunch.  Reservations are required and can be made by visiting www.nvcc.com or calling 781-769-1126. There is a $5 walk-in fee.

Wednesday February 9

Talk at library – MassSupport Network, a service of Riverside Community Care, has been tapped to provide outreach to those affected by the floods of March, 2010 as part of a Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and Massachusetts Department of Mental Health (DMH) funded crisis counseling grant. Due to weather, MassSupport Network is changing the date of their presentation at the Dedham Public Library at 43 Church St., to Wednesday, Feb. 9, from 7 p.m. – 8 p.m. The presentation will focus on stress management and disaster preparedness. If you were affected by the floods please come to receive information on community resources, support and guidance. We are working with voluntary organizations that may be able to help with home repairs and mold mitigation. For more information on Riverside and MassSupport, please call 781-433-0672, ext. 5637.

Thursday, February 10

BNI event – The Business Network International Rainmakers Chapter is pleased to announce that their Chapter will be hosting a special Visitors Networking Meeting at The Papa Razzi Restaurant, 16 Washington St., Wellesley on Thursday, Feb. 10 from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. A complimentary buffet will be served. For information about attending, or to get directions to this event please visit the Rainmakers Chapter Website www.bnirainmakers.org  or call Jim Martin at 781-956-8521.

Donation – Big Brother Big Sister Foundation needs your help! Please donate your lightly used clothing, small household items, jeans, books, and shoes. The Foundation will be picking up donations door to door in Dedham Thursday, Feb. 10. They also offer electronics recycling for a minimal fee and car donations. To schedule a free at home pick up please call 1-800-483-5503 or schedule online at www.bbbsfoundation.org. Your donations help support the children involved in your local Big Brother Big Sister mentoring organization. Donations are tax-deductible. Thank you for your support!

Friday, February 11

Roast – Hail and farewell roast for Michael Figlioli, state service officer, on Friday, Feb. 11, at the VFW Post 2017, 84 Eastern Ave. Dedham. Cocktails will be served at 6 p.m. with a party to follow. Come enjoy an evening with Mike as we celebrate his promotion to the Washington DC VFW Staff and his commitment to the veterans of the Department of Massachusetts. Have a funny story? Or a moment you would like to share? Write it down and tell all of our Comrades, Sisters and friends. Tickets: $10 per person; $20 couples; and $100 table. Proceeds to benefit the State Commander and State Presidents Project. Make checks payable to: “VFW Post 2017.” Mail to: Commander Dana McQuaid, 28 Lindale Ave. Dedham, MA 02026. Information: 617-462-7948 or dlmcquaid@comcast.net.

Riverdale School Fundraiser – The Riverdale School PTO will hold a fundraiser on Friday, Feb. 11, at 8 p.m. at the Irish Alehouse. Tickets are $20 a person (adults only). The 1980s themed fundraiser will include music, trivia, a silent auction, food, raffles and a cash bar. There will be a best male and female ’80s costume winner. All proceeds will go directly to the Riverdale school. Limited number of tickets will be sold at the door. Tickets can be purchased through any of the Riverdale PTO members: Jenn Harris: honey090907@verizon.net; Mona Farrell: msalt111@aol.com; Tom Griffin: tmgriffin68@hotmail.com; Greg Dignan: grignan5@yahoo.com; Lisa Whitney: holysmokenatasha@yahoo.com. Tickets can also be purchased at the school on Friday, Jan. 28, in the gym. They will also be at the school in the morning before school and in the afternoon when school is dismissed.

Saturday, February 12

Kid Movie – National Amusements will show “Barbie: A Fairy Secret,” to its Showcase Cinema de Lux location at Legacy Place in February for its monthly Kidtoons weekend event. “Barbie: A Fairy Secret,” is the story of an amazing adventure with Barbie where she learns the power of friendship as she travels through a magical fairyland. In the action-packed journey, Barbie and Raquelle travel through the magical secret fairy world on their hunt to find Ken, who has been whisked away by a group of fairies. Kidtoons is a monthly program hosted by Showcase Cinema de Lux at Legacy Place that is dedicated to helping parents connect with their kids by bringing family friendly animated movies to the big screen. Admission is only $3.50 and a free concession is received with each ticket purchase. The movie will be shown on Feb. 12 and 13 at noon.

Cocktails with Cupid  (375 kick-off event) – Enjoy an evening of live music, dancing, hors d’oeuves and fun at Cocktails with Cupid. The event will be a kick-off to the town’s 375 Celebration and will be held at the Endicott Estate on East Street from 7 p.m. to midnight. Cash bar will be available. Tickets are $37.50 and can be purchased at the Endicott Estate, Total Image Day Spa, Town Administrator’s Office at Town Hall, Dedham Community Theatre and by calling 781-326-3367.

Monday, February 14

Science with a Mission – What would motivate a talented scientist to leave her lucrative job to help the poor in developing countries?  Join us for an evening with Dr. Alynne MacLean, founder of Science With A Mission, on Monday, Feb.14, at 7 p.m. and be inspired by what you discover. MacLean combined her passion for chemistry with her desire to help people in the developing world when she left her career in biotech to start Science with a Mission, a nonprofit organization that creates low-cost diagnostic tests for diseases (e.g., HIV, malaria, typhoid, hepatitis) that are being used in over 50 countries in the developing world.  This free event is part of the “Modern Day Prophet” series presented by the Peace and Justice Adult Faith Formation Committees of St. Susanna.  St. Susanna Church is located at 262 Needham St., Dedham, MA, just off Rte 128/95.  For more info, see our web site, www.saintsusanna.org, call the parish office at 781-329-9575, or email lindamariebates@comcast.net.

Friday, February 18

Low Cost/Spay Neuter Clinic – The Neponset Valley Humane Society is sponsoring a low cost spay/neuter clinic for cats on Friday, Feb. 18 at Memorial Park in Needham. Call 781-769-1990 to make an appointment or for more information.  Please spay or neuter your pets to help stop the overpopulation of pets.  www.nvhumanesociety.org.

Saturday, March 4

DCH Mardi Gras Masquerade – All are invited to the Dedham Community House Mardi Gras Masquerade Party on Friday, March 4, at 7 p.m. at 671 High St. Come escape the winter doldrums with a night full of masks, beads, Creole Cuisine provided by Whole Foods Market, cash bar, silent auction and more! Tickets $40 in advance or $45 at the door. All proceeds to benefit DCH. More info and reply card at: www.dedhamcommunityhouse.org or 781-329-5740.

Saturday, March 12

Maple Sugaring Day – It’s sugarin’ time in the Blue Hills! Join us as we make maple syrup in the traditional way at beautiful Brookwood Farm in Milton. Put on your boots and flannel shirt and join in the outdoor fun!  Learn how to identify a sugar maple and see the sap drip into buckets from the trees. Travel along the trail of time and meet costumed characters demonstrating the changes in maple sugaring methods from Native Americans to Yankee farmers to modern day technology. Smell the wood smoke as you watch clouds of steam rise from the bubbling sap. Savor the taste of real maple syrup. Enjoy a free shuttle ride on the Maple Express Trolley.  Activities for all ages. Second day will be Sunday, March 13. Program Admission: $6, kids age 2 and under are free. Directions: Brookwood Farm is located in the Blue Hills Reservation on the Canton/Milton line. Take Exit 3 (Houghton’s Pond) off Route 93 and follow signs to Maple Sugar Days parking.