Manor Neighborhood Association

10/12/2026

Ardmore Rd looking spooky!!

10/11/2026

Our Neighbor-Joan Connors asked for this information be shared with the neighborhood.

Subject: Why the Oct. 7 Facilities Strategy Meeting affects every Dedham taxpayer and parent

Hello Fellow Dedham Residents,

On October 7, I attended the Dedham Facilities Strategy Meeting, and it was an eye-opener. A staggeringly large percentage of Dedham’s municipal and school buildings are currently in poor condition. Maintaining aging structures in this state leads to increased municipal spending due to skyrocketing emergency maintenance costs, which are funded by us as taxpayers.

The purpose of this meeting was to identify creative ways to address infrastructure in poor condition. Many of our buildings have code violations and major, costly mechanical components reaching their end-of-life cycle. In most cases, continually patching up these older structures is simply beyond the financial resources of the town.

Compounding this fiscal issue is a human one: many of these structures house our CHILDREN. The quality of their learning environment—including poor air quality, inadequate safety measures, limited programming space, lack of accessibility, and outdated technology—is adversely affecting their development and education.

Furthermore, while the schools require a long-term vision, our town's most immediate and critical safety priority is the East Dedham Fire Department building, which is in critical condition and desperately needs structural intervention.

How We Can Take Action:

We cannot afford to stay silent or ignore the data. To protect our tax dollars, our public safety, and our children's future, we need a united town response:

• Review the Findings: Read the finalized Facilities Existing Conditions Report released by the town to see the state of your neighborhood's buildings. Each building is listed with its current condition, deficiencies and recommended maintenance (See Link).

• Show Up and Speak Out: Keep an eye out for upcoming School Committee and Select Board meetings on the Be Heard Dedham Facilities Management Project (FMP) Page.

We need parents, neighbors, and taxpayers in those seats making our voices heard in decision making.

State of Dedham's current infrastructure on page 11: https://www.dedhamma.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/28859/639253468855630000
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Whether you plan to vote by mail, vote early, vote absentee, or vote in person on Election Day, we want to make sure you are registered and ready!

10/10/2026

The Mums at the Greenhouse are selling fast. Get yours at The Greenhouse. They make a beautiful additions to your fall decor. Look at those colors

10/10/2026

As we get closer to the Halloween Block Party and Halloween night. We will share more pictures of decorated houses.

10/10/2026

We can't wait to see you at Trunk or Treat! October 24th! Dedham Square

10/08/2026

Thank you Tex's BBQ Express for your generous donation to the Manor Neighborhood Association Block Party on October 17th.

10/05/2026

Manor Neighborhood Halloween Block Party is looking for two families/businesses to host a Trunk or Treat. Please email [email protected]

10/03/2026

Open today - Sunday this week! Come shop all things fall and Bean Farm fresh 🎃

10/02/2026

🤝🍂 Community Partner Spotlight!

We’re so excited to welcome the Dedham Junior Women's Club to our Fall Family Festival this year!
The DJWC is a group of intergenerational women from all walks of life, united by a commitment to give back to the community. ❤️
Be sure to stop by their tent, say hello, and learn more about the amazing work they’re doing right here in Dedham!
We’re proud to bring organizations like this together for a day of fun, connection, and community.

📅 Sunday, October 18th, 2026 10am-2pm
📍 Dedham Community House Playing Field

10/02/2026

Our annual Cook-Off Silent Auction is going virtual this year!

You don’t have to be at the event to join in on the fun—just start bidding from wherever you are!

Bidding opens: Friday, October 2 at 10:00 AM

Bidding closes: Saturday, October 3 at 10:00 PM

We’ve got some incredible items up for grabs, so don’t miss your chance to score something great while supporting Dedham Youth Football & Cheer.

Happy bidding, and thank you for supporting our program! ❤️🏈📣

https://www.kbksports.com/product-category/dyfc-fundraiser-auction-10-3/?orderby=bid_asc