Grafton Rings in America's 250th as Town Closes Library, Raises Trash Bag Prices

Saturday, July 4 — Grafton Public Library is closed today in observance of Independence Day, as the library marks the nation's 250th birthday. The building will reopen on its regular Saturday hours — 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. — next week.

Saturday, July 4 — Pay-As-You-Throw trash bag prices increased July 1 in Grafton, following a town decision to fully fund solid waste operations through user fees and eliminate reliance on taxpayer support. Residents purchasing PAYT bags will see the new pricing reflected at retail locations.

Saturday, July 4 — Grafton Patch notes the town's Independence Day parade is on the local calendar for today, per the "🌱 Patch AM: 4th of July Parade and 11 more events" roundup. https://patch.com/massachusetts/grafton

Tuesday, July 7 — The Select Board holds its regular meeting, with a joint special meeting with the Planning Board also scheduled the same evening at Town Hall, 30 Providence Road.

Wednesday, July 8 — The Grafton Farmers Market returns to its weekly Wednesday slot. The market runs each Wednesday through the end of July.

Thursday, July 9 — The Zoning Board of Appeals holds a revised public meeting, and the Charter Review Committee meets to take up Section 3 of the charter. Both sessions are scheduled for July 9.

Wednesday, July 30 — The Grafton Recreation Concert Series takes the stage on the Grafton Common, capping a month of summer programming in town.