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  • Lyman Estate southern woods cleanup

    Lyman Estate 185 Lyman Street, Waltham

    Help remove trash that has accumulated in the woods on the south side of the property near the Mass Central Rail Trail. Afterwards, volunteers can enjoy a free tour of the property, light refreshments, and the satisfaction of a job well done. Supplies and instructions will be provided, but bring work gloves if you have […]

    Free
  • Crazy Rube Goldberg Week!

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

    A Week-Long Build In The Museum Main Gallery! Zachs Contraptions Starting on Monday, March 30th, and continuing through Friday April 3rd Rube Goldberg Machine Build in the Museum Main Gallery FREE with Museum Admission Using parts and pieces found here at the Museum, as well as in his own collection, master contraption builder Zach Umperovich […]

    Free
  • Community Town Hall on surveillance cameras, use of Waltham Common

    City of Waltham Government Center 119 School Street, Waltham, MA

    This town hall is a forum for community members to present information about two topics: The use of surveillance technology and automatic license plate reader technology. Use of Waltham Common Residents will hear brief presentations from community members. The floor will then be open for residents to speak.

  • New England Donor Services (NEDS) Banner Raising

    Waltham City Hall 610 Main St., Waltham, MA, United States

    To kick-off National Donate Life Month, which is celebrated every year in April, New England Donor Services (NEDS) will be hosting a banner raising event at Waltham City Hall to bring awareness […]

    Free
  • The Tiny Gardens Of The Mvcma: A National Historic Landmark

    Waltham Public Library 735 Main St, Waltham, MA, United States

    The Gingerbread Cottages of the Martha's Vineyard Camp Meeting Association in Oak Bluffs are a National Historic Landmark: a collection of over 300 colorful, 19th-century Carpenter Gothic-style homes known for their fairytale-like woodwork, vibrant paint, intricate designs and gardens. Nancy Manzon D'Ercole of The Waltham Garden Club will talk about the fascinating history of this […]

    Free
  • Community Passover Seder in Waltham

    Join Temple Beth Israel in Waltham for a joyful and participatory community seder open to all. Our seder is uplifting with traditional and new songs, relevant discussion and an opportunity to connect with friends and family or meet new people. Our in-house volunteer committee prepares a homemade kosher for Passover meal in our kitchen. Fee: […]

    $75
  • Waltham Partnership for Youth: Now accepting summer internship applications

    online via https://bit.ly/WPYInternshipApply

    The 2026 Waltham Partnership for Youth (WPY) summer internship program application is now open. WPY’s paid 2026 summer internship program runs from June 29 to August 7 and is open to Waltham residents in high school, ages 14 and older. Students must be available for all six weeks of the program. Some placements may have […]

  • Mill Talk: Failing Forward: The Critical Role of Failure in Creating Successful Rube Goldberg Machines

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

    This Mill Talk explores how failure functions not as a setback, but as an essential tool in the design and construction of successful Rube Goldberg Machines, highlighting how misfires, breakdowns, and unexpected outcomes inform engineering decisions, improve reliability, and foster creative problem-solving. Zach Umperovitch is a three-time Guinness World Records holder, a National Rube Goldberg […]

    Free
  • Good Friday movie — ‘The Passion of the Christ’

    First Baptist Church in Waltham 400 Lexington Street, Waltham

    Jesus Christ's final hours unfold in this intense, emotional biblical epic. Doors open at 6:30. Movie starts at 7:00. Rated R: No small children admitted.  

    Free
  • Shifter’s 5K to benefit Dana Farber

    Waverley Oaks Athletic Club 425 Waverley Oaks RD Suite 200, Waltham, MA

    Register now for the Shifter’s 5K to benefit Dana Farber Marathon Challenge! This fun 5k for all levels will take place on Saturday, April 4th, and will start and end […]

    $40
  • The 2026 Official Rube Goldberg Machine Contest Regional Qualifier Event

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

    Registration required to participate in the Rube Goldberg Machine Contest! Watch the contestants throughout the day! Included with Museum Admission Open To Grades K-12 Plus Anyone 18+ May Now Compete! […]

    Free
  • Tapas brunch at Solea: Celebrating 9 years of Friends Beyond Boston

    Solea Restaurant & Tapas Bar 388 Moody Street, Waltham

    This April marks nine years of Friends Beyond Boston – Waltham Social and we’re celebrating that milestone by gathering at Solea, one of Moody Street’s longtime favorites, known for its […]

    $45