By Cynthia Whitty

Events for Business Professionals

The Ashland Business Association (ABA) will cosponsor its Annual Regional Members’ BBQ, Aug. 3. Free for members. Enjoy the company of friends in a casual setting at the MetroWest YMCA Family Outdoor Center, with food and beverages provided. Invited associations are Ashland and Sherborn business associations and the MetroWest, Marlborough and Hopkinton chambers of commerce. Menu: Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Veggie Burgers, Gluten-free Rolls (optional), and Chips. Drinks: Water, Seltzer, Beer/Wine, and ice cream from Refreshin’ Concessions truck sponsored by Paul Netopski, Critical Prism Defense LLC. 

On Thursday, Sept. 2, attend the End-of-Summer Social at 126 Self Storage. Come and enjoy great company, delicious food, beer and wine provided by 126 Self Storage. This is a great way to kick back and connect with other like-minded business professionals. Free to members.

To attend, register online at ashlandbusinessassociation.com/events.

The Corner Spot is the Place to Be

The town’s Economic Development Office recently announced its August events for The Corner Spot, 1-19 Pleasant St. The public is invited to attend. For up-to-date information on activities and events, visit thecornerspot.com and www.facebook.com/thecornerspotashland.

Some highlights include: 

• Movie Night with WACA, Friday, Aug. 13 (Rain Date: Aug. 20). Raiders of the Lost Arc on the big screen! Bring a chair or blanket and pick your spot early. Enjoy music, food, face painting before the movie starts, 5 to 7 pm. 

• Meet the Authors, Saturday, Aug. 14, 2 to 5 pm. Ashland Public Library teams up with Framingham and Hopkinton Public Libraries to showcase local authors. Visit the library’s website for details.

• A Night under the Stars, Saturday, Aug. 14, 6pm. Len Rabinowitz on guitar, local community group’s tables, food trucks, then join Rabinowitz to observe the night sky. 

• Shop on the Spot, Saturday, Aug. 28, 4 to 7 pm. An event about successful women-owned businesses. Everyone is welcome to shop, sip, and nibble as we will have beverages from Decanted Wine, food, and tons of shopping!