As the days get warmer and the signs of spring are officially in the air, the South Asian Student Association (SASA) of Westford Academy begins preparations for the Indian festival, Holi. From 5 to 6:30pm on Friday, May 3, SASA will be hosting their Holi celebration in the senior parking lot,...

On March 6-7 of this year, Jewish people will celebrate the festival of Purim. Purim is arguably the most popular Jewish holiday as it is one of the more enjoyable and lighthearted holidays. Because the Jewish calendar is based on the moon cycle, Purim, like all Jewish holidays, falls on a different...

On Saturday, February 8 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at St. Marks Church was the 27th annual Chocolate Festival. This was where people could eat as many chocolates as they wanted. There were many varieties of chocolates available for the guests to try and enjoy while raffles tickets being sold and the prizes,...

The Westford Strawberries N' Arts Festival is an annual event which takes place in the Westford Common that showcases great local food and art. Hosted by the First Parish Church United of Westford, it is one of the largest events in Westford. Read more about it here. Here are my favorite foods from...

Each year, Westford Academy Theater Arts presents a new, under forty minute play to submit to the Massachusetts Educational Theater Guild festival competition. The cast and crew this year presented Love Song, by John Kolvenbach. The short play with its comedic elements is a sharp contrast from some of...

By Abby Cianciolo Photography Editor Growing up in Westford, the Apple Blossom festival is the largest event that happens during the year. From the carnival to the parade, it’s a major highlight for local residents of Westford and neighboring towns. For many young girls, it is a dream to...