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🎁 Give the Gift of Time Together This Holiday Season Roudenbush Gift Cards! The holidays are a time for connection, joy, and making memories with loved ones. This year, why not give the gift of meaningful experiences? A Roudenbush Community Center Gift Card is the perfect way to share the joy of learning, creativity, and togetherness! 🌟 Why a Roudenbush Gift Card? Our gift cards can be used for any class or ticketed event at the Roudenbush Community Center. Whether it’s an art class, fitness session, a creative workshop, or a fun community event, your gift can open the door to something new and exciting. 🎉 A Little Extra for Westford Residents Here’s an added bonus: remind your lucky recipient that Westford residents get a 10% discount on all community education programs! All they have to do is enter code WESTFORD in the coupon section during checkout. Discount code MUST be entered a the time of purchase, we can not issue price adjusments after prurchase. 🎁 Give a Gift That Lasts Instead of another item that might end up on a shelf, give a gift that creates lasting memories. A Roudenbush gift card isn’t just a present—it’s an opportunity to spend quality time learning, exploring, and growing. 🛒 Ready to Share the Joy? Purchase a gift card today and make this holiday season extra special for someone you care about! 🌐 Visit our Gift Card Shop to purchase your card! 🎄 Happy Holidays from all of us at Roudenbush Community Center! 🎁

Starting a new school year is an exciting milestone, but for many children—especially kindergarteners and first-time bus riders—it can also bring a few butterflies. At Roudenbush, we want to help make that first day feel a little more familiar and a lot more fun! Join us for our School Age Program Open House & Popsicle Social, AUGUST 13th from 4pm to 6pm at 65 Main Street Westford! Roudenbush Community Center) for a relaxed, family-friendly event where you can explore everything our School Age Program has to offer while helping your child feel confident about the transition back to school. Let us know you are coming! RSVP HERE One of the biggest highlights of the event is the opportunity for kindergarteners and children who are new to riding the bus to climb aboard the big yellow school bus. Kids can take a seat, look around, meet our staff, and get comfortable with what their daily ride will be like before the first day of school. Sometimes, seeing the bus ahead of time is all it takes to turn first-day nerves into excitement! While the kids enjoy a refreshing popsicle, parents can meet our School Age team, ask questions, tour the program, and learn more about our flexible before and after school care. Whether your child loves games, creative activities, quiet homework time, or spending time with friends, our program provides a safe, welcoming environment where every child can learn, play, and grow. Enroll for our after school program that day and we will waive your registration fee! ($150 savings) This event is a wonderful opportunity to connect with other families, meet the staff who will be caring for your child throughout the school year, and start the year feeling prepared and confident. We can't wait to welcome you and your family as we kick off another fantastic school year together. Hop on the bus, enjoy a popsicle, and get ready for an amazing year with Roudenbush!

We have exciting news for families looking to celebrate birthdays in a fun, easy, and stress-free way! Beginning this September, Roudenbush Community Center will be offering Saturday birthday parties in addition to our popular Sunday party options. When you host your child's birthday party at Roudenbush, we take the fun to the next level! Our standard party package includes: 🎪 One hour in our gym with our exciting gymnastics equipment set up for kids to climb, jump, swing, and play. 🎂 One hour in our spacious party room, complete with a full kitchen for preparing and serving food, plus plenty of storage space for cakes, snacks, and drinks. Our convenient location in the heart of Westford 📍makes celebrating easy for everyone. With ample parking 🚗, a fully handicap-accessible building ♿, and plenty of room for family and friends, Roudenbush is the perfect place to make birthday memories. ✨ Can't make a Saturday? No problem! Sunday party dates are still available, giving families even more flexibility. Best of all, there's one flat price—just $295—with no limit on the number of children you invite🎁🎈! That means more friends, more fun, and more value for your celebration. Fall dates are expected to book quickly, so don't wait! Reserve your birthday party today and let Roudenbush help make your child's special day one they'll never forget. We can't wait to celebrate with you!

The Cameron Senior Center is proud to be the recipient of the 2026 Roudenbush Trophy, awarded for the best float in this year's Apple Blossom Parade 🌸. Presented annually by the Roudenbush Community Center since 1988, the Roudenbush Trophy recognizes outstanding creativity and craftsmanship among parade participants. This year's winning float showcased the talent, imagination, and community spirit that are hallmarks of the Cameron Senior Center 🎉. The decorations for this year's award-winning float were created by members of the Cameron Senior Center. Their creativity and dedication helped bring the float to life and contributed to its recognition as the parade's best ✨. While the trophy is a wonderful honor, it also reflects the contributions of the many volunteers who helped make the float a success. Their enthusiasm, teamwork, and willingness to lend a hand played an important role in bringing the project to life 🤝. The Apple Blossom Parade remains a cherished community tradition, and the Cameron Senior Center is honored to be recognized among the parade's finest participants. We are grateful to everyone who contributed to this achievement and look forward to continuing our tradition of celebrating creativity, community, and the spirit of the parade 🌼. Congratulations to all who helped make this year's float a success and to the Cameron Senior Center on earning the 2026 Roudenbush Trophy 🏆. Past Roudenbowl winners are: 1988 Robinson School 1989 Westford & Sunny Acres Nursing Home 1990 Westford Girl Scouts 1991 NVTHS Vikings 1992 Westford Girl Scouts 1993 JV Fletcher Library 1994 Westford Girl Scouts 1995 WASA/SADD/WCTCP Westford Girl Scouts 1996 Westford Sportsman Club 1997 WITS 1998 Blanchard Scholl Productions "Jospeh" 1999 Parish Hall Steering Committee 2000 Westford Girl Scouts 2001 Westford Girl Scouts 2002 Robinson School 2003 Westford Littleton Pop Warner Football And Cheer 2004 Westford/Middlesex County 4-H 2005 The Camp at Nashoba Valley Ski Area 2006 The Camp at Nashoba Valley Ski Area 2007 Blanchard Stony Brook Productions "High School Musical" 2008 Robinson/Crisafulli Schools 2009 Blanchard Stony Brook Productions "High School Musical" 2010 JV Fletcher Library 2011 JV Fletcher Library 2012 JV Fletcher Library 2013 Westford Kiwanis 2014 Westford Sportsman Club 2015 JV Fletcher Club 2016 Cornerstone Congregation Church 2017 Westford Community Access TV 2018 JV Fletcher Library 2019 JV Fletcher Library 2020 Cancelled 2021 Cancelled 2022 JV Fletcher Library 2023 JV Fletcher Library 2024 JV Fletcher Library 2025 WestfordCAT 2026 Cameron Senior Center

UPDATE as of March 31, 2026 - CANCELLED due to low ticket sales The Spring Fling will not take place on May 1, 2026! Please check back in September for our October Halloween Party! Spring is in the air, and we’re celebrating the best way we know how — together! 🌸 Join us at Roudenbush Community Center for our K–5 Spring Fling Parent/Caregiver & Child Party , an evening designed for fun, connection, and making memories that last long after the music stops. A Party for Kids — and Their Grown-Ups The Spring Fling is more than just a dance — it’s a chance for children and their parent or caregiver to share a special night out. Whether your child is in kindergarten or fifth grade, this event is all about celebrating the joy of being together. Expect: 🎶 A live DJ spinning kid-friendly favorites 💃 Dancing, games, and high-energy fun 📸 Photo opportunities to capture the memories 🎉 A welcoming, community-centered atmosphere From the first song to the last dance, the gym will be filled with laughter, music, and smiling faces. Making Memories, Building Community At Roudenbush, we believe some of the most meaningful moments happen when families connect — not just with each other, but with their community. The Spring Fling brings together families from across Westford and surrounding towns for a night that feels both exciting and comfortable. For many children, this is their first “big” party experience. For grown-ups, it’s a chance to step away from busy schedules and be fully present. No drop-offs, no rushing — just quality time together. Dress Up (If You’d Like!) Whether your child wants to wear spring colors, a favorite outfit, or something a little extra special, we encourage families to have fun with it. Think bright, cheerful, and ready to dance! Join the Celebration The K–5 Spring Fling is always a highlight of the season, and spots fill quickly. We can’t wait to welcome you for an unforgettable night of music, movement, and memory-making. Come celebrate spring the Roudenbush way — with community, connection, and a whole lot of fun. But your tickets Here!

🏀 Open Gym and Open Court Are Back at Roudenbush! 🤸‍♂️ 🎉 We’re so excited to announce that Open Gym and Open Court are back, bringing tons of fun and active opportunities to our community! Here’s what you need to know to jump in and join the fun! 🙌 🤸‍♂️ Open Gym Perfect for younger kids and their caregivers,  🌈 Open Gym offers a safe, playful space full of gymnastics mats, equipment, and open space to explore!✨ Watch your little ones move, jump, and laugh as they enjoy active play time with friends. 🕒 When:  Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.💸 Cost:  Free! 📲 Registration:   Please register to stay updated if the schedule changes! 🔔 Open Gym 🏀 Open Court Calling all basketball lovers! 🏀💥 Open Court is the place for teens, adults, and anyone who wants to play or practice their shots. Join us Thursday nights to shoot around solo, play a pickup game, and meet fellow basketball fans! 🕖 When: Thursday nights, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. 🏀 What to Bring: Your own basketball 🏐💸 Cost: Free! 📲 Registration:   Please register  to stay updated if the schedule changes! 🔔 Open Count We can’t wait to see our community back and active at Roudenbush! Bring your friends, your energy, and your love for play—we’ll see you there! 💪✨

Last Hope K9 Rescue Adoption Event – Saturday, June 6 | Westford, MA The Roudenbush Community Center is excited to welcome Last Hope K9 Rescue (LHK9) to Westford on Saturday, June 6th for a special dog adoption event. If you’ve been thinking about adding a furry family member to your home, this is your chance to meet incredible rescue dogs looking for their forever families. Before You Attend – Application Required To enter the adoption event space, all attendees must have an adoption application on file with LHK9. We strongly recommend completing your application in advance. Applications may also be completed upon arrival. Fully approved adopters may enter at 12:00 PM . Adopters with applications in process may enter at 1:00 PM . All dogs are first come, first served , so if there’s a specific pup you’re hoping to meet, plan to arrive early! To ensure enough time for conversations and processing, all adoption and deposit discussions must conclude 15 minutes prior to the scheduled end of the event . Click Here for the Adoption Application What to Expect on Adoption Day 🐶 Fully Approved (No Other Pets or Additional Humans at Home) You may be able to adopt and bring your new pup home the same day! Please remember to bring a 6-foot, non-retractable leash . 🐶 Fully Approved (With Pets or Additional Humans at Home) If you make a connection at the event, you may place a $100 deposit toward the final adoption fee. Deposits hold the dog for 7 days to allow time for meet-and-greets and a smooth transition home. 🐶 Application In Process If you meet a dog you love, you may place a $100 deposit while your application is expedited. Deposits hold for 7 days once approved to complete meet-and-greets and finalize adoption. Please note: In most circumstances, deposits are non-refundable . Important Event Guidelines 👶 Children Children under 5 must be held or remain in strollers for safety. Groups with children under 10 will receive a family escort to help ensure safe interactions. 🐾 Pets Only adoptable dogs are permitted inside the event space. If you have pets at home, LHK9 will discuss personality matches and schedule a follow-up meet-and-greet. On-site pet-to-pet meetings are not available. ✈️ Upcoming Travel If anyone in your household has travel plans within 3 weeks following the event , you’re welcome to browse—but please wait to inquire about adoption or deposits until everyone has returned. LHK9 does not hold dogs in foster homes or place dogs in homes with immediate travel plans, ensuring a successful transition for each pup. Questions? For adoption-specific questions, please contact events@lasthopek9.org . We can’t wait to welcome these amazing rescue dogs—and hopefully help them find loving homes right here in our Westford community. Join us on June 6th and maybe meet your new best friend. 🐕💛

The Roudenbush Community Market is back for another vibrant summer season, and we can’t wait to gather with you on the Abbot School Lawn! Join us starting June 30 at 3:00 PM as we kick off a summer filled with local vendors, food trucks, themed market days, and meaningful community connections. The Roudenbush Community Market is more than just a place to shop — it’s a weekly celebration of Westford’s creativity, talent, and community spirit. 🌟 June 30 – Opening Day Our first market of the season launches a summer tradition of shopping local, enjoying fresh goods, and connecting with neighbors. Bring your friends, bring the kids, and start your Mondays with us on the lawn! 🚀 Children’s Entrepreneur Week Young creators, this one’s for you! During Children’s Entrepreneur Week, anyone 18 and under is invited to apply for a free table to sell their goods at the market. Whether it’s handmade crafts, baked treats, artwork, or creative inventions, this is a wonderful opportunity for young entrepreneurs to gain hands-on business experience and showcase their talents to the community. 🤝 July 14 – Nonprofit & Local Business Week Meet the organizations and small businesses that help Westford thrive. This special market highlights local nonprofits and business owners who are making a difference every day. Stop by to learn more about their missions, services, and ways to get involved. 🚒 July 28 – Health & Safety Week Visit with the Westford Fire Department, Westford Police Department, and Board of Health during this interactive and informative market day. It’s a great opportunity to learn about community safety resources while enjoying the market atmosphere. 🐾 August 11 – PetPalooza Bring your furry friends for an afternoon of pet-friendly fun! Meet local veterinarians and pet professionals, grab special treats, and celebrate our beloved pets together. (Leashes required — wagging tails encouraged!) 🌍 August 25 – International Block Party We’ll wrap up the season with an exciting International Block Party! Celebrate culture, food, music, and community as we close out the summer market in true Roudenbush style.

💐 Spring is officially taking root at Roudenbush Community Center, and we’re excited to welcome the season with two special events happening together on Saturday, April 12 : the Roudenbush Spring Market and our very first Community Plant Swap ! This day is all about growth, creativity, and coming together as a community—whether you’re a seasoned gardener, a curious beginner, or just looking for a fun way to spend a spring day with family and friends. Shop Local at the Roudenbush Spring Market The Roudenbush Spring Market is the perfect place to kick off the day. Browse a wonderful selection of local vendors offering handmade goods, seasonal treats, gifts, and more. It’s a great opportunity to support small businesses, find something unique, and enjoy the lively market atmosphere right here on Main Street. Introducing Our First-Ever Community Plant Swap 🌱 We’re thrilled to partner with the Westford Garden Club and Westford Rotary to host our first Community Plant Swap at Roudenbush. After shopping the market, head over to the swap area to exchange plant cuttings, seedlings, and garden favorites with fellow plant lovers. Have extra perennials? Too many seedlings? A cutting you’re ready to share? Bring them along and leave with something new to grow! The swap is a fun, sustainable way to refresh your garden and connect with neighbors who share a love of all things green. Family-Friendly Activities for Kids This event is designed for all ages, with hands-on activities just for kids: 🎨 Paint a mini birdhouse 🌱 Plant a seedling to take home 📚 Explore a fully stocked Seed Library for sharing and swapping seeds It’s a great way for kids to learn about gardening, nature, and caring for plants—while having fun and getting creative. A Celebration of Community & Growth Whether you’re coming to shop, swap, plant, or simply enjoy the energy of spring, the Roudenbush Spring Market and Plant Swap are all about building connections and welcoming the season together. 📅 Saturday, April 12 📍 Roudenbush Community Center Come grow with us this spring—we can’t wait to see what you bring and what you’ll take home 🌼🌿

📚 Roudenbush Community Center is excited to introduce our newly updated Tutor List , now proudly managed by Roudenbush! This valuable resource was previously overseen by Westford Academy , and we are honored to continue this tradition by expanding it into a community-wide platform. Our goal is to make it easier than ever for families to find academic support and for local tutors to share their expertise—all in one accessible, easy-to-use location. For years, families in Westford and surrounding towns have relied on word-of-mouth, scattered postings, or school-based referrals to find the academic help their children need. Now, Roudenbush is proud to provide a central, reliable, and easy-to-use hub  where tutors can share their expertise and students can discover the right match for their learning goals. 📝 Why a Tutor List? Because Community Matters. At Roudenbush, we’ve always believed in the power of connection. Whether it’s through classes, events, or community engagement, our mission is to bring people together. The Tutor List continues this mission by: Supporting Students:  Families can browse a variety of tutors in one place, saving time and helping them identify the right fit. Empowering Local Tutors:  Independent tutors gain visibility and can connect with families seeking their specialized skills. Strengthening Community Ties:  By hosting this resource, Roudenbush helps bridge the gap between academic needs and educational talent already in our community.  📌 What Families Can Expect Our Tutor List is easy to navigate and provides clear, direct information about each tutor, including: Subjects offered Grade levels served Experience and background Contact information CORI status (background check completed or not) Families can reach out to tutors directly to discuss scheduling, pricing, and expectations. All arrangements are made solely between the parent/student and the tutor. 🧑‍🏫 Important Notes About Tutor Participation While Roudenbush hosts and manages the directory, we do not endorse or recommend specific tutors. Each listing is provided as a community resource, and all tutoring services take place independently . We strongly encourage all tutors to be CORI-cleared , and beginning January 1st , all tutors on the list must have a valid CORI check completed either through Westford Academy or Roudenbush. (Please note: starting in August, only CORI checks completed through Roudenbush will be accepted.) 📖 Are You a Tutor? Join the List! If you’re a tutor looking to reach more families, we’d love to include you. Simply fill out our Tutor Sign-Up Form with the exact information you’d like to appear on our website. 👉 Sign Up Here:   https://roudenbush.org/tutor-information#tutor-sign-up-form

🎁 As the season of gratitude arrives , communities around the world come together for the Day of Giving—a time dedicated to lifting up the organizations that make a meaningful difference in our daily lives. Here in Westford, The Roudenbush Community Center has been that heartbeat for 50 years , offering programs, classes, events, and services that support families of all ages. 🏡 What many people don’t realize is that Roudenbush is an independent nonprofit. We are not a department of the Town of Westford, and we do not receive taxpayer dollars to operate. Every class you sign up for, every event you attend, every birthday party you host, and every donation you make directly supports our ability to keep the doors open and the lights on—literally. 💛 As a nonprofit, Roudenbush runs on the revenue we earn and the generosity of community members who believe in what we do. Your support helps us: Offer accessible programs for children, adults, and seniors Maintain historic buildings that serve as gathering spaces Provide safe, affordable childcare and enriching after-school programs Host beloved community traditions Create new opportunities for learning, creativity, and connection 💡 Every dollar truly stays right here in Westford , helping us invest back into the families and neighbors we serve. 🌟 On this Day of Giving, we invite you to consider Roudenbush in your year-end charitable plans. Whether it’s $10 or $100, your tax-deductible donation helps us continue our mission for the next 50 years—and ensures that Roudenbush remains a welcoming, lively, and inclusive place for our entire community. 🎉 Thank you for being part of our story , for celebrating with us throughout our 50th Anniversary year, and for supporting a nonprofit that works tirelessly to bring Westford together. We look forward to the next 50 years with you by our side. ❤️ Together, we keep community strong. If you'd like this converted into a shorter version for Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, or a printed flyer, I can make those too!

It’s that time of year again—ghosts, goblins, and ghouls are taking over Westford! The Roudenbush Community Center, in partnership with the Westford Police Department and the Westford Rotary Club, is thrilled to bring back our Annual Haunted House Decorating Contest. Do you have the creepiest cobwebs, the eeriest inflatables, or the most spine-chilling graveyard on your lawn? Whether it’s your own home or your neighbor’s, now’s the time to showcase your Halloween spirit! 👻 How to Enter: Submit your address between October 1, 2025 – October 20, 2025 to be added to the contest. Both self-submissions and neighbor nominations are welcome. 🕸️ Community Voting: A Haunted House Map will be available beginning October 21, 2025, so everyone can tour the spooky sights around town. Community members can vote for their favorite haunted home, making this a true town-wide Halloween celebration. 🏆 Winners: Votes will be tallied, and the winner will be announced November 1, 2025 on Roudenbush’s website and social media. Bragging rights (and the title of Westford’s Spookiest Home) are on the line! So dust off those skeletons, string up the spider webs, and light the jack-o’-lanterns—it’s time to show Westford just how spooky you can be!