Celebrate Olympic hero Frederick Richard: Join the fun this Sunday at Stoughton High

STOUGHTON – Interested in celebrating with an Olympian? Join bronze-medal-winning gymnast Frederick Richard in person for a celebration hosted by the Town of Stoughton this Sunday.

The celebration will take place at Richard's alma mater, Stoughton High School, on Oct. 6, also known as Frederick Richard Day.

At the ceremony, Richard will receive the key to the town.

"We really want to show our appreciation for and acknowledge Richard's success," Stoughton Select Board member Debra Roberts said.

Richard is not an ordinary Stoughton native. Richard, who is “inspiring the youth" won a bronze medal in the team all-around event at the Paris Olympics this summer.

Richard was also recently named to the TIME100 Next list, an annual recognition of the world's 100 most influential rising stars in TIME magazine. He joined the likes of Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown and Olympic rugby player Ilona Maher on the list.

When is the celebration

The Frederick Richard key to the town presentation will be held on Sunday, Oct. 6 from noon to 1 p.m. Doors open at 11 a.m.

Where is the celebration

The celebration will be held in the auditorium at Stoughton High School, 232 Pearl St., Stoughton.

What will the celebration include

Residents will hear from Richard and his parents as they discuss his journey from Stoughton student to Olympic gymnast. During the festivities, the town will also present Richard with a key to the town and introduce the Frederick Richard Educational Scholarship.

Is there a cost to attend

The event is open to public and free of charge.

Spectators will also have a chance to win tickets to "Gold Over America" happening at the TD Garden this weekend. Merchandise will be on sale before the presentation.

Will there be a meet and greet

No. Organizers note that this is not a meet and greet event.

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