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Remember the Moody 5K? A successful reboot was held last spring by the Waltham Education and Beyond Foundation (WEBF). More than 600 took part in the Strides for Education 5K and Kids Fun Run, including roughly 80 kids ages 5 to 8. The road race is returning on Sunday, May 4, and registration is now […]
$15
Tuesdays - Saturdays, February 18 - March 18, 9:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Visit our celebrated collection of camellias in the 1804 Camellia House at the Lyman Estate Greenhouses. Treat yourself to a mini-vacation and soak up the atmosphere and colors of the tropics, along with some history. Enjoy the 100-year-old camellias in full bloom […]
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Dine in or order take-out today from one of Waltham's oldest restaurants and the Waltham Land Trust will earn 20% of your tab as a donation. Details here.
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Join us for a coffee hour at the City of Waltham Auditorium. Meet fellow Veterans and Veteran Service Officer Michael S. Russo. Refreshments are provided by Launch for Vets.
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Food and fun! Celebrate Black History Month with leaders from the Waltham High School Black Student Union. Register here.
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Part of the Mill Talks collection. Includes a screening of "Riveted: The History of Jeans." The Charles River Museum is at the site of Francis Cabot Lowell's first cotton textile mill, and it was cotton manufacturing that powered the Industrial Revolution. Now, jeans are the iconic American fashion staple that almost all of us own. […]
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Since 2014 its Waltham's party of the year! We proudly call Waltham our home, and we're reaching out to you with a shared passion for our vibrant community. Over a decade ago, we initiated the Breezers Ball as a heartfelt tribute to our city. What started as a modest celebration has blossomed into the premier […]
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Yes, you heard right: Beer & Cookies! Stop by Mighty Squirrel Brewery, where local Girl Scouts will be selling their iconic cookies just in time for the end of the […]
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The Waltham Housing Coalition is a group of concerned residents and community leaders working to identify and advocate for housing solutions in Waltham that will make us a more affordable, inclusive, and climate-resilient community. Its first initiative will engage with Waltham's comprehensive zoning review, which dictates what kinds of housing are allowed in our community […]
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Care Dimensions, the region's largest provider of hospice care, will hold online training classes for those interested in becoming volunteers for the nonprofit organization. You can make a difference in a patient's life by: Engaging in a shared interest or hobby Helping with letter-writing or life review Visiting with your approved dog Reading to the patient […]
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Join us for an evening with Jean Trounstine, professor, activist, and author of "Mother Love." With over 30 years in the criminal legal system, including teaching at Framingham Women's Prison, […]
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And unveiling: “Kittie Knox in the Charles River Museum” Presented by Lorenz Finison. Kittie Knox was a young biracial cyclist in the 1890s who fought against race-based limitations in America’s […]
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Join us for an inspiring afternoon of art and discovery across Brandeis University! Start at the Kniznick Gallery in the Women's Research Center with an artist-guided tour of "Hannah Altman: As It Were, Suspended in Midair." Drawing from Yiddish literature and Jewish mystical texts, Altman’s evocative photographs situate her female protagonists in lush landscapes and […]
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Find out about green burial, a natural alternative to traditional burial, in a presentation with the leadership of Green Burial Massachusetts, sponsored by the Waltham Land Trust. What is green burial? Is it legal? (Yes, it's legal in Massachusetts, but check the bylaws for your local cemetery.) How does green burial compare with conventional burial? […]
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The annual Gently Used Book Sale returns to Gore Place. On Friday, March 7, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday, March 8, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., book lovers can buy gently used books at bargain prices ($2 for paperbacks, $5 for most hardcovers) during the annual Gently Used Book Sale. The […]
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This exhibit showcases the creativity and innovation of area students and high school art programs and helps raise funds for our high school scholarship program. Featured schools: Waltham High School and Winchester High School. On view: March 8 - 23. Exhibit hours: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., Tuesday to Sunday.
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Give new life to old textiles in this hands-on workshop at the Charles River Museum of Industry and Innovation. With 11.5 million tons of fabric wasted annually, upcycling offers a creative way to reduce waste while learning hand sewing, embroidery, and darning techniques. Held in the historic mill where America's textile industry began, this class […]
$21.05
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Congresswoman and Democratic Whip Katherine Clark and Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell will be in Waltham on Saturday to answer questions from the community and talk about how they are confronting Donald Trump and Elon Musk's damaging agenda. This in-person town hall at McDevitt Middle School is a great opportunity to hear from your representatives […]
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John McTiernan's 1987 classic "Predator," starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, delivers an adrenaline-charged battle for survival as a team of soldiers faces off against nature's ultimate hunter, an unseen alien predator stalking them in the jungle. This spine-chilling four-part series presented by the Rose Art Museum and curated by Brandeis Professor Brandon Callendar unmasks natures relentless, ever-shifting […]
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Neuropathy: How sensation changes can affect our balance, strength and mobility. Learn more here. The Clinical Outreach Program is an initiative of Mass General Brigham (MGB) Sports Medicine in Waltham.
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Join us for a discussion during Ramadan where Aaron (Harun) Spevack will explore the intersections between Hip Hop identity and the Muslim faith including an analysis of lyrics by Alim Braxton — a writer, rapper, and activist living on North Carolina's Death Row in Raleigh. This event is hosted by The Vic '63 and Bobbi […]
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What leads someone to take another's life? What do we owe those whom we incarcerate? What is, or what should be, the purpose of the United States carceral system? How can the impulses that lead to violence be transformed, and what role can art play in that transformation? Are there limits to redemption? "Rap and […]
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Fall Prevention For Older Adults. Learn more here. The Clinical Outreach Program is an initiative of Mass General Brigham (MGB) Sports Medicine in Waltham.
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The League of Women Voters of Waltham continues its Know Your City event with a discussion with Joe Vizard, Waltham's City Clerk. We will discuss the various tasks his office manages, including elections and City Council meetings. Zoom.
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Join us for a special concert with esteemed singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Grace Givertz! Givertz captivates audiences with her indie folk compositions, blending earworm melodies with heartfelt storytelling. As a multi-instrumentalist, she infuses her music with a diverse array of sounds, weaving folk, Americana, and indie rock into a tapestry uniquely her own. She's been nominated […]
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Join us for an exciting family fun night at 510 Moody Street! Enjoy bouncing in the bounce house, rolling strikes at our bowling alley, skating and scooting in our designated […]
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New England Model Engineering Society — 26th Annual Model Engineering Show At the Charles River Museum of Industry and Innovation. Standard museum admission ($10) applies. The museum and show are wheelchair accessible. Non-member exhibitors welcome! Compressed air for running models provided. Gas engines allowed. Free admission for show exhibitors. Setup starts at 8 a.m. For […]
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Join us at Gore Place for an interactive art fair. You can watch artists create art in real time, purchase pieces directly from the artisans themselves, or try your hand at making your own art. The Art Classes: We will hold three 1-hour long art workshops: mosaics, mixed media on canvas, and miniature plantscapes. Pre-registration […]
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We continue our Saturday Social Series with "Hooked on Fishing: 50 years fishing in Waltham." Join us as Jack Cox takes us along, fishing with him on the Charles and […]
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Bring the kids to the Waltham Public Library for a free, drop-in art-making adventure, where they can unleash their creativity by crafting mythical beasts and monsters inspired by the enchanting worlds in the exhibition "Leonora Carrington: Dream Weaver" at the Rose Art Museum. All materials will be provided. Activities are geared toward children ages 5-10 […]
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Teens! Join us to plant an herb seed and paint your own plant pot to celebrate the start of spring! WPL Teen Room. Registration required. This event is generously supported by the Friends of the Waltham Public Library. Planta una semilla y pinta tu propia maceta para celebrar el comienzo de la primavera. ¡Martes, 18 […]
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The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA) offers free tax help to people who make $72,000 or less and need assistance in preparing their own tax returns. IRS-certified volunteers provide […]
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Join us at More Than Words for an inspiring evening as we celebrate the launch of "Conflict Resilience: Negotiating Disagreement Without Giving Up or Giving In" by Robert Bordone and Joel Salinas, M.D. This special event marks the publication day of this groundbreaking book, making it a truly memorable occasion. The launch event is free, […]
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Waltham Walks. Learn more here. The Clinical Outreach Program is an initiative of Mass General Brigham (MGB) Sports Medicine in Waltham.
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Exercise/Stroke. Learn more here. The Clinical Outreach Program is an initiative of Mass General Brigham (MGB) Sports Medicine in Waltham.
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Join Mass Audubon Field Naturalist Jonathan Kranz as he reveals what mushrooms are and how they live. He'll review the most common and most spectacular mushrooms of New England, the basics of safe mushroom foraging, and more!
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The production will open March 21 and run through April 5. Evening shows begin at 8 p.m., and two matinee performances (March 23 and March 30) begin at 2 p.m. See the Hovey website for all performance dates. Tickets can be purchased on the website. Hovey Players is located at 9 Spring Street, Waltham MA. […]
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And exhibit opening: "Rediscovering Waltham's Harpsichord History" Presented by Mark Kroll, Professor Emeritus, Boston University. Join us for the kickoff of this very special exhibition, which will examine the […]
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George McCowan's 1972 horror-comedy "Frogs" delivers a campy yet chilling cautionary tale as a ruthless millionaire's war on nature backfires, unleashing a vengeful swarm of frogs and other creatures upon […]
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Update meeting for what was accomplished last month and what is happening in the next month. Trustees Room. This is not a library sponsored event.
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Teens! Join us for board game nights in the WPL Teen Room on Tuesdays from 6 - 8 p.m.! We'll play classics like "Clue," chess, and "Settlers of Catan," while […]
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Welcome to another edition of Data Bites! Learn about WPL digital resources with a librarian. This month we'll be highlighting Freegal and Hoopla.
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Join us for a nature drawing workshop with artist and Maud Morgan Arts instructor Juliet Wyse! Lecture Hall. No Registration Required.
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CORRECTION: This event will take place at More Than Words Boston, 242 East Berkeley Street Boston. Join us at More Than Words for an evening with Aaron Kupchik, author of […]
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Join us for our monthly movie night! We'll be playing "The Punk Singer," a documentary on musician Kathleen Hanna. Fresh popcorn will be served Kathleen Hanna, lead singer of the punk band Bikini Kill and the dance-punk trio Le Tigre, rose to national attention as the voice of the Riot Grrrl movement. She became one […]
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Put together your best team for a night of trivia, friends and FUNdraising! Each team will compete as a group in two one-hour pub-style trivia games. Prizes will be awarded for each game and a grand prize for the overall winner. To benefit Waltham Scouts. Professionally run by Sporcle Events. Maximum of eight players per […]
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Give new life to old textiles in this hands-on workshop at the Charles River Museum of Industry and Innovation. With 11.5 million tons of fabric wasted annually, upcycling offers a […]
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We advocate for safer streets and a more bike- and pedestrian-friendly city. Join us on our four-mile group ride along the rail trail and to the Highlands. The route uses some steep streets in the Highlands. Coffee and snacks at Cafe on the Common afterward (2 p.m.).
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Join members of the Waltham node of 350Mass to discuss what can be done locally and statewide to tackle climate change. |
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Join us at the Waltham Comic Book and Collectibles Show for a day of geeking out over comics, toys, and all things collectible! From rare comics to vintage toys to trading cards to video games, you'll find treasures galore at this event. Meet fellow fans, browse through unique items, and maybe even score that missing […]
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April is National Donate Life Month, and New England Donor Services (NEDS) and the Waltham Lions Club will host an event at Waltham City Hall on April 1 to strengthen community awareness of the importance of organ and tissue donation. The event will also honor donor recipients and families and encourage people to register as potential donors. Mayor […]
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The rise, fall, and redemption of the doctor behind America's first public school for mentally disabled people From the moment he became superintendent of the nation's oldest public school for intellectually and developmentally disabled children in 1887 until his death in 1924, Dr. Walter E. Fernald led a wholesale transformation of our understanding of disabilities […] |
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Beginning Monday, March 31, 2025, and continuing through Friday, April 25, 2025, the Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) will intermittently close the Mass Central Rail Trail (MCRT) between Bacon […]
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Come join Good News Gus and his puppet pals for songs, stories, and activities in the Gore Place Carriage House. This interactive puppet show is both fun and funny; you’ll be in stitches by the end! The sessions are recommended for 3- and 4-year-olds but all are welcome! $16 per child, $11 per child of […]
$16
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The Richard Saivetz '69 Memorial Architectural Lecture. Join us for a compelling conversation with acclaimed artist Hugh Hayden, whose uncanny sculptures and installations reimagine American craft and architectural traditions, challenging our perceptions of built and natural environments. Hayden will be joined by Dr. Muna Güvenç, Assistant Professor of Fine Arts at Brandeis University, and Dr. […]
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Presented by Professor Amy Bentley, New York University, author of "Inventing Baby Food: Taste, Health, and the Industrialization of the American Diet." Free to the public, but registration required.
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Long before social media & Snapchat filters, Victorians had fun creating fantastical collages mixing photos cut from their visiting cards (or “cartes de visite”) with elaborate drawn or painted images. We invite you to bring your whimsy, explore your “absurdly” crafty side and create your very own Victorian photocollage artwork with us — with no […]
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Indivisible Waltham and Waltham Concerned Citizens will hold a pro-democracy rally at the corner of Main and Moody Streets on Waltham Common, as part of a national movement to protest […]
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Join us for a brunch book launch with Waltham-based author Tammy Donroe Inman to celebrate her new cookbook, "New England Brunch." Taste the recipes from the book and learn about New England's favorite brunch foods. This event will include refreshments, a short talk from the author, raffle and book signing. Ticket information. $38 - Includes […]
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