A Halloween Contest, Electronic Reading and Sen Ki Opens

Fall was certainly in the air in Westwood this week! Things kicked off with a video-and-photo recap of , at which families from all around the Westwood area enjoyed a day of pumpkin picking and other great fall activities. 

From the school beat, Westwood school officials at Thursday night's meeting of the Westwood School Committee.

The announced this week that to residents interested in trying out a good read in electronic format.

On Thursday, , where he discussed a variety of local, national and international issues with residents as part of a "Congress on your Corner" event. 

This week we also announced . Send in photos of your kid's Halloween costume for a chance to win and meet Heidi Klum. 

Saturday marked the official as part of Hale Reservation. The lot has been open to the public for several months, but Saturday's celebration was the official kick off event. For a look inside the new area, .

Hale officials also said this week that they are . The season for hunting deer by bow began last week, and as such no hunters are allowed to engage in hunting at Hale. 

The on Sunday, an event that stems off its annual tradition of a Halloween parade and party at the school.