image description — Third-grade teachers Maureen Andersen and Susan Langman got into the costume fun, too, with their classes.

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Words Are Wonderful Parade Marches Around WES

10:11AM / Wednesday, October 28, 2015Print Story | Email Story

A trio of fourth-grade friends chose to go as the three friends from the 'Dork Diaries' book series in the annual Words Are Wonderful costume parade at Williamstown Elementary School. More photos online here.

WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. —The students and staff of Williamstown Elementary School paraded around the school Wednesday morning for the school's annual Words Are Wonderful costume parade.

The costume parade encourages both the students and the staff to dress as their favorite character from a book or their favorite word. The parade is part of the school's Words Are Wonderful program, a community-wide celebration of the power and magic of words that includes activities like visiting authors, community readers and more.

As friends and family watched in a chilly drizzle, the parade wound its way around the front of the school on Church Street and then across the street and through the Harper Center, where senior citizens sat cheering on the students. Popular costumes this year included all things Minecraft and "Frozen" as well as characters from books such as "Little Red Riding Wood" and "Magic Tree House."

Many marchers chose words to embody instead of characters, including "bubble" and "assertive."

The festival continues Thursday with a couple public events: the PTO Book Fair in the school's auditorium from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and then again from 5 to 7:30 p.m. as well as the annual Scrabble tournament in the school library from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The book fair also will be open Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Tags: books, reading, williamstown elementary,

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Letter: Article 41 on Williamstown Town Meeting Warrant

Letter to the Editor04:00PM / Wednesday, May 08, 2024

To the Editor:

The town warrant for the upcoming town meeting has just been published. Many people think Article 41 warrants thought and discussion prior to the meeting. Here it is verbatim below:

Article 41. We the undersigned citizens [they are not listed on the warrant] of Williamstown submit this petition to respectfully request the amendment of bylaw 4.12a to include the display of the Progress Pride flag (designed by Daniel Quasar) as an expression of the Town's official sentiments.

WHEREAS: Inclusion and Representation: The addition of a Progress Pride flag to the list of flags permitted for display by the Town is essential to reflect the diversity and inclusivity of our community. It serves as a meaningful gesture of respect, support, and recognition of the LGBTQ+ individuals and allies with the Town of Williamstown.
WHEREAS: Symbol of Equality and Unity: A Progress Pride flag is globally recognized as a symbol of equality, acceptance, and unity. By officially allowing the display of a Progress Pride flag alongside other recognized flags, the Town of Williamstown can showcase its commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for all residents, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.
WHEREAS: Importance of Visibility: Public visibility of the Progress Pride flag serves to create a sense of belonging, safety and affirmation for LGBTQ+ individuals and their families. It sends a powerful message of solidarity and support, contributing to a more welcoming and cohesive community.
WHEREAS: As concerned citizens, we believe that the inclusion of the Progress Pride flag in the official display of flags aligns with the values of diversity, equality and inclusivity that we hold dear in our community.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED:
Bylaw 4.12a shall be amended to say, "and fourth, a Progress Pride flag."

The DIRE Committee unanimously recommends the adoption of this article.
The Select Board unanimously recommends the adoption of this article.

Donna Wied
Williamstown, Mass.

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