Lots to do with the TV off

SHARON — This is National TV Turn-off Week, and once again the Sharon Center School PTO has scheduled events to keep families entertained and engaged.On Monday evening, April 11, the pool at The Hotchkiss School in Lakeville was open for a family swim night that attracted a large crowd of pre-teens, toddlers, tadpoles and parents. Tuesday was fitness night. Families came to the Sharon Center School gym for fitness activities, then everyone was invited to the town Green for an evening stroll.On Wednesday, school librarian Judy Gafney hosted a story hour for youngsters, who were invited to wear their pajamas to a read-aloud session followed by milk and cookies.The schedule ends with a pizza and bingo party at the firehouse on April 14 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

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