The American Repertory Theatre in Cambridge is hosting a costume sale featuring unique and affordable items from past productions, including pieces with historical significance like those worn by Christopher Lloyd. The sale aims to attract visitors to the theatre, with all proceeds supporting the A.R.T. and encouraging attendees to purchase tickets for upcoming shows.

Suffolk Construction in Boston hosted students from four local schools during Massachusetts STEM Week to explore careers in construction. The event aimed to educate students about the diverse opportunities in the construction industry, emphasizing sustainability, AI, and technology. Patrick Lucey, Suffolk's executive vice president, highlighted the company's commitment to being a good partner in the community. Students like Alex Braga expressed enthusiasm for the hands-on learning experience, while Madison Leverich noted the eye-opening nature of the event. Suffolk aims to attract bright minds to STEM careers, showcasing the industry's potential beyond traditional perceptions.

MathWorks employees in Natick, Massachusetts, are participating in Habitat for Humanity's Operation Playhouse, building playhouses for veterans' families. This initiative, now in its 10th year, is one of Habitat for Humanity's most popular programs. Employees volunteer their time and creativity, designing playhouses with themes tailored to the families' preferences. The effort is part of MathWorks' social mission to give back to the communities where they operate, and by the end of the day, they will have contributed to the construction of the 500th playhouse.

First-year graduate students from the MGH Institute of Health Professions participated in a community service event in Boston, volunteering at Cradles to Crayons. About 500 students engaged in community impact activities across 30 organizations, focusing on sorting shoes and clothes for children in need. The initiative is part of an annual event aimed at fostering team-building and preparing students for future clinical roles. Assistant Professor Kim Mace emphasized the importance of building relationships and good dynamics in healthcare.

Henry Swensen, a dedicated pumpkin grower from Topsfield, is preparing to showcase his giant pumpkin at the Topsfield Fair. With a personal best of 1,197 pounds, Swensen is aiming to surpass his own record this year. His passion for growing giant pumpkins began when he was a child visiting the fair. Despite the challenges, including a high water bill, Swensen remains committed to his craft, spending extensive hours tending to his plants.

Worcester's Department of Public Works (DPW) and MassDOT are preparing for winter weather by testing and optimizing their salt and equipment strategies. They are using advanced techniques like pre-wetting salt with brine and employing roadside weather instrumentation systems to efficiently manage road conditions. The article highlights the challenges posed by varying weather conditions and the need for precise application of road treatments to minimize environmental impact and costs.

A new video reveals sparks flying from the ceiling at Boston's South Station, captured by the MBTA. The incident, which occurred on Sunday, involved a loud noise and visible sparks, attributed by Amtrak to a disturbance caused by a piece of equipment.

The Harlem Globetrotters will kick off their tour with two games at Boston's TD Garden on December 26, featuring performances at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Lucius 'Too Tall' Winston showcased his basketball skills at the WCVB studios, expressing excitement for the upcoming shows and the opportunity to engage with fans. The tour will also visit New York City, Hartford, and Bridgeport, among other locations.

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) is launching a new 'MyCharlie' website for CharlieCard users. The current site will expire soon, and users' information will be transferred automatically to the new site, provided they sign up for an MBTA account using the same email address. The major change is that online top-offs for CharlieCards will only be available to users enrolled in AutoPay. Recurring monthly passes through 'MyCharlie' will be discontinued but remain valid until the end of the month. Users wishing to continue recurring payments must sign up for AutoPay. The new site will also allow the registration of multiple cards and offer balance protection for lost, stolen, or damaged CharlieCards.

A message in a bottle written by Benjamin Lyons in October 1997 as part of a 5th-grade science project was discovered by a French fisherman 26 years later. The message, which discussed ocean currents, erosion, and climate change, was found on a beach in France. The discovery has excited the staff and students at Oak Ridge School in Sandwich, Massachusetts, where Lyons was a student. The school district is planning to display the contents of the bottle and has reached out to the fisherman, hoping he will speak to their French class about his find.