Boylston, Massachusetts
Community Organizations
Boylston is served by a small network of non-profits and local news that cover community life, from a nationally known botanic garden to the schools and the library. These are some of the most established, and every one of them takes volunteers.
Community Organizations
| Organization | What they do & contact |
|---|---|
| New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill | A 200-acre four-season botanic garden at 11 French Drive, operated by the Worcester County Horticultural Society and open to the public. |
| Boylston Public Library | The town’s public library at 695 Main Street, established in 1880, with programs, computers, and a card good across Massachusetts. |
| Boylston Education Foundation | A local foundation that funds enrichment and grants for the district’s schools. |
| Community Advocate | A weekly community newspaper covering Boylston and its neighboring towns. |
| Worcester Telegram and Gazette | The daily newspaper of record for Worcester County. |
Town & Senior Resources
| Organization | Notes |
|---|---|
| Council on Aging | The town senior center, outreach, and programs for older residents, at the Town House, 599 Main Street. Coordinator Kathy Lohnes. (508) 869-6022. |
| Boylston Public Library | Free programs, computers, and a card that works at libraries across Massachusetts. Director Erica Hout, 695 Main Street. 508-869-2371. |
| Parks and Recreation | Youth sports, summer programs, and the town’s parks and fields. Program Coordinator Pam Frechette. (508) 869-6009. |
For current hours and a fuller list, see the town’s community services pages at boylston-ma.gov.