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  • Waltham Lions Club carnival

    300 Fifth Avenue 300 Fifth Avenue, Waltham, MA

    The Waltham Lions Club carnival returns for 2026! Join us for rides, games, food and family fun to benefit the Waltham Lions. Wednesday May 6 to Sunday May 10. Additional information.

    $3
  • Mill Talk: The Legacy of 1812—How a little war shaped the transatlantic world

    Charles River Museum of Industry & Innovation 154 Moody Street, Waltham, United States

    In this engaging dialogue, noted historians Don Hickey and Bob Allison explore the enduring legacy of the War of 1812—how a seemingly small conflict reshaped the relationships among the United States, Britain, and Canada. They’ll discuss the war’s political and economic reverberations in New England, its impact on transatlantic trade and diplomacy, and the ways […]

    Free
  • Ask Edie—Your aging questions answered

    Zoom

    Are you worried about a parent's safety? Feeling stretched thin as a caregiver? Or navigating aging, health changes, or loneliness yourself? In honor of Older Americans Month this May, JF&CS presents "Ask Edie"—a new community conversation about aging, caregiving, and later life transitions. Each conversation opens with a “Dear Edie” letter drawn from real questions […]

    Free
  • We Are Waltham: Spring Wee-WaW

    Common Good Co. 419 Moody Street, Waltham, MA, United States

    A mini We are Waltham show at the Common Good Co. Cafe on Moody Street. Tickets are $12-$15 (before tax). There are only 50 seats and past shows have sold out, so reserve yours early. Some complimentary tickets are available on request

    $12
  • The Community Chorus of Weston presents ‘Tapestry of Spring’

    Mugar Center 45 Georgian Road, Weston, MA

    Directed by Dr. Thérèse Provenzano. The Mugar Center at The Cambridge School of Weston. Tickets: $20 adults, $10 children, The Cambridge School of Weston Students free. In advance or at the door.

    $20
  • Blue Collar 101: Building trades & the path through apprenticeship

    Charles River Museum of Industry & Innovation 154 Moody Street, Waltham, United States

    What does it actually take to become a carpenter in the 21st century? What range of skills and specialties does the trade encompass, and how does someone learn them? For the inaugural session of Blue Collar 101, we're bringing together voices from across the carpentry and building trades to answer those questions directly. Joining us […]

    Free
  • Pattern & Place: Wallpapers of the Gore Mansion, 1806-Present

    Gore Place 52 Gore Street

    From May 8 through July 10, visitors to Gore Place will get to view a special exhibition of Gore Place wallpapers as part of the regularly scheduled mansion tour. Guests interested in seeing the exhibition should make a tour reservation at goreplace.org. Walk-ins are also welcome. Tours start on the hour at 11 a.m., 12 […]

    $16
  • Family Shabbat with Temple Beth Israel

    Join TBI families for an interactive and musical family Shabbat service, followed by Shabbat dinner together. Join our growing community! Suggested donation of $10/family here. For location and more information RSVP by May 5 to Rabbi Ben.  

  • Waltham Garden Club annual plant sale and seed giveaway

    Waltham Senior Center 488 Main Street, Waltham, MA

    Get your garden started with our favorite flowers and plants! Free seed packets for flowers, veggies and herbs. Please join us and help the club raise money for its various programming and community projects throughout the year. Note location: Parking lot at the Waltham Senior Center, 488 Main Street.

    Free
  • Blood drive at First Parish Church

    First Parish Church 50 Church St, Waltham, MA

    This is a Steampunk “Extra Hours” Event. The Watch City Steampunk Festival/Heinlein Society Blood Drive will take place at First Parish in Waltham on Saturday, May 9, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. You can arrive early, donate, help people in need, and still attend the festival! Give blood or platelets with the Red Cross […]

  • Waltham Fields Community Farm seedling sale

    Waltham Fields Community Farm 240 Beaver St, Waltham, MA, United States

    Join us for our annual seedling sale! Vegetable, herb, and flower starts available plus edible trees and shrubs from visiting vendor Twig Daddy. Visit the event page for a full list of 2026 selections below. Farmers and knowledgeable plant people will be on hand to answer your questions. Saturday, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Sunday, […]