Blackstone brief: Wednesday, September 30, 2026
Blackstone's health department warns residents about a tick-borne allergy that can turn deadly after red meat
Blackstone's health department warns residents about a tick-borne allergy that can turn deadly after red meat.
Today in Blackstone
- Town warns of tick-borne Alpha-Gal meat allergy. The town's health department is warning residents about Alpha-Gal syndrome, a potentially life-threatening red meat allergy linked to lone star tick bites, and urging people to watch for symptoms after any tick exposure.Town of Blackstone
- Water main flushing set for October 20 through November 5. Blackstone's Water Department will flush hydrants and mains across town on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from October 20 to November 5, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., as part of twice-yearly maintenance.Town of Blackstone
Coming up
- Thu, Oct 1, 6:00 p.m.: Library hosts fall cookbook swap and potluck. The Blackstone Public Library's Cooking the Books Recipe Club meets Thursday, October 1 from 6 to 8 p.m. for a potluck and gently used cookbook swap; registration is required.Blackstone Public Library
- Thu, Oct 1, 7:00 p.m.: Library streams talk with author Veronica Roth. Blackstone Public Library hosts a free virtual conversation with Divergent author Veronica Roth on Thursday, October 1 from 7 to 8 p.m., with a preview of her new novel.Blackstone Public Library
- Sat, Oct 3, 10:00 a.m.: Library's Local Author Expo set for October 3. Blackstone Public Library will host its Local Author Expo on Saturday, October 3 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., showcasing local writers across the Craft, Historical and Meeting rooms.Blackstone Public Library
- Mon, Oct 5, 9:00 a.m.: SHINE counselor offers free Medicare help October 5. Jenna Gouin, a certified SHINE counselor, offers free one-on-one help with Medicare and related benefits at Blackstone Public Library Monday, October 5 from 9 to 11 a.m.Blackstone Public Library
- Mon, Oct 5, 6:30 p.m.: Library board of trustees meets October 5. The Blackstone Public Library's Board of Trustees meets Monday, October 5 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the Meeting Room; no registration is required to attend.Blackstone Public Library
- Tue, Oct 6, 6:30 p.m.: Library hosts folklore talk with Dustin Pari. Paranormal investigator Dustin Pari discusses legends, lore and superstitions at Blackstone Public Library on Tuesday, October 6 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.; registration is required.Blackstone Public Library