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The entire month of January. Bring pretty color and brightness to your home, office, and other third space this month! The Waltham Land Trust receives $1 for every specially-marked bouquet with a red sticker purchased. These flowers are found on the top shelf of the refrigerator in the floral department, immediately to the right of […]
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The ZBA generally meets on Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. at the Arthur Clark Government Center located at 119 School Street, Waltham. Office of the Zoning Board of Appeals, Second Floor […]
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Waltham Public Schools - Early Release Day Early Release Day Dismissal Times (lunch will be served): WHS and WVHS - 12:00 p.m. Middle Schools - 12:30 p.m. Elementary Schools - 1:00 p.m.
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The VoteDeis Campus Coalition presents "It's Not All About the President: Engaging with Local and State Government" featuring Waltham Mayor Jeannette McCarthy, Massachusetts State Representative Paul Stanley of Waltham, and Waltham City Councilor (and Brandeis alum) Paul Katz discussing their journeys in local and state government, the role and importance of local and state government, […]
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A "Night at the Museum" for local teens! Join us at the Rose Art Museum for interactive tours of our amazing exhibitions: Leonora Carrington: Dream Weaver, Hugh Hayden: Home Work, and Surrealism(s) Then & Now. After the museum closes at 5 p.m., the fun continues with an epic after-party at the Hassenfeld Conference Center. Enjoy […]
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Our popular outdoor walking tour returns! Come see an evolution of a historic textile mill: the Francis Cabot Lowell Mill. Curious about the old mill complex by the river? Discover the history and architecture of the world's first modern factory, the 1813 Boston Manufacturing Company, which lies right in your own backyard! Take a walk […]
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Please join us at John F. Kennedy Middle School. The game begins at 7:00 pm and the doors will open at 6:00 p.m. Be sure to purchase your tickets in advance. See you at the game! General Admission tickets purchased in advance are $20, and include general admission seating. Seating on a first come, first […]
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Please join us at John F. Kennedy Middle School. The game begins at 7:00 pm and the doors will open at 6:00 p.m. Be sure to purchase your tickets in advance. See you at the game! General Admission tickets purchased in advance are $20, and include general admission seating. Seating on a first come, first […]
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View and pay your city tax bill online here. Contact the treasurers office with any questions at 781-314-3250.
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Waltham City Council committee meetings. City Hall, City Council Chamber. See agendas for specific meeting rooms.
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National Grid Customer Advocates will be available to meet one-on-one to discuss options to manage your energy bill and help you find assistance, including: Discounted Rates Payment Plans Budget Plans Arrears Management Program (AMP) No appointment is needed, but please bring the following when you visit: If you receive SNAP, MassHealth, SSI or WIC, please […]
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Gore Place is excited to welcome Harry LaCoste and his puppet pals for stories and activities in the Carriage House. The sessions are recommended for 3 and 4-year-olds but all are welcome. $10 per child (ticket includes up to 2 adults), $5 per child of members (ticket includes up to 2 adults).
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Parks-Recreation Board meeting. Public agenda and additional information can be found here.
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The duo of Kyra Davies (fiddle, viola, vocals) and Sean Smith (guitar, bouzouki, tenor banjo, vocals) plays music from Ireland, Scotland and Cape Breton, but also further afield, like Shetland, Brittany and Galicia, among other places, bringing out the distinctive qualities of each tune or song for the enjoyment of their audiences. $21 General Admission, […]
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Think you know it all? Prove it! Compete in a game of Trivia for a Cause! Entry fee $250 per team of 8 players. The team that raises the most funds for WPY will win a basket of gift cards to restaurants in Waltham and Greater Boston! Entry fees and donations support Waltham Partnership for […]
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The Zoning Board of Appeals generally meets on Tuesdays at 7 p.m. at the Arthur Clark Government Center located at 119 School Street, Waltham. The public agenda and additional information can be found here.
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Waltham Recreation — Sweetheart Dance Children and family of all ages are welcome to join us for an enchanting Valentine's soirée! Dress to impress for a night of fun, photos, snacks, and dancing. Pre-registration is required $25 per couple, $10 per add-on. https://www.city.waltham.ma.us/recreation-department
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Come join us for More Than Words Waltham's monthly Open Mic Night! MTW is a nonprofit social enterprise that empowers system-involved youth to take charge of their lives by taking charge of a business. Every dollar spent at our Open Mic Night and in our bookstore goes back into our program to help young adults […] |
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Come get your Bridgerton on and dance like Jane Austen, as Gore Place hosts a winter Regency ball. Live musicians will play English country dances from the Regency period. Social dance historian Ruth Benson Levin will guide you through dances, involving simple, repeated step patterns.
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The Waltham Historical Commission meets monthly, year-round. Meetings are typically held on the second or third Monday of the month, at 7 p.m. To appear before the WHC or to submit correspondence or information you must contact the commission 10 business days prior to the meeting. Meetings are usually held remotely via Zoom and are […]
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The Waltham City Council will meet in the council chamber at City Hall. Committee meeting dockets and agendas can be found off the main City Council web page.
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The Waltham Clothing Exchange will be opening to kick off their spring season! They look forward to welcoming back their customers and consignors and hope to make many new friends as well! |
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The New Grown-Ups return! Taking a modern twist on American roots music, The New Grown-ups blend traditional blues, country, old-time, originals, and bluegrass into a heady blend of contemporary music. Tickets are on sale now. Parking is free.
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In honor of Black History Month, Gore Place will offer an evening tour highlighting the life and activism of Robert Roberts, author of "The House Servants Directory" (1827). The tour also highlights other activists and prominent Black leaders from the Boston area, some of whom worked with Roberts in the fight for equality in early […]
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A whimsical fable brought to life, "Hugh the Hunter," a Sundance-selected short film by Zachary Heinzerling, blends surreal storytelling and playful narrative to reimagine artist Hugh Hayden's vision, where art and fantasy collide in unexpected ways. This spine-chilling four-part series presented by the Rose Art Museum and curated by Brandeis Professor Brandon Callendar unmasks nature's […]
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Find your perfect literary match. Waltham Public Library Lecture Hall Are you looking for a new favorite author? Would you like to meet a new genre? Find your perfect literary match and go home with a new reading list for 2025! Sweet treats will be provided.
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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 […]
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Join us at our Waltham or online store for deep discounts on our pre-owned items. 50% off used books, vinyl, and pre-owned clothing. More Than Words is a non-profit social enterprise that empowers young adults who are in the foster care system, court involved, homeless or out of school to take charge of their lives […]
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Be part of the Great Backyard Bird Count! Join us for a walk along the Charles River pathways in search of fancy waterfowl including hooded and common mergansers, ring-necked, goldeneye, and ruddy ducks visiting from northern climes. Bring cameras and binoculars. Dogs are not allowed because they might scare away the birds. Dress for the […]
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Join us at the Waltham Museum as we continue our Saturday Social Series. "History of the Waltham Fire Department" Today more than 160 members make up the Waltham Fire Department and serve the public by providing fire suppression, emergency medical, fire prevention, fire safety education, rescue, and hazardous materials response services. A long way from […]
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Waltham Inclusive Neighborhoods is hosting an information session about ADUs (accessory dwelling units) in the lecture hall of the Waltham Public Library. ADUs are tiny homes that have been legalized across all of Massachusetts starting February 2nd, thanks to the Affordable Homes Act.
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British pianist Judith Gore will perform a recital of music from Jane Austen's personal collection in honor of the 250th anniversary of the author's birth. The concert will take place in the Mansion at Gore Place, with Judith playing our historic Broadwood piano. The music will include pieces by Hadyn, Piccinni, Kotzwara, Corri, and Kiallmark, […]
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Register here. Staying home this Presidents Day? Gather with your family and friends for a special family-friendly farm walk and crafting session in the cozy new greenhouse. Walk the farm with our educators, learn about the white pine stand on the land, say hello to the winter wildlife, and enjoy the fresh air! Collect twigs, […]
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An affordable housing lottery will be held in March 2025 for the new 210-unit development located at 73 Pond Street in Waltham. This six-story Class A building will offer 53 affordable units to households at or below certain income limits. Community amenities will include a large clubhouse, pool, fitness center, dog park, on-site parking, and […]
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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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Waltham City Council committee meetings. Moved to February 18 (because Monday is a holiday). City Council Chamber, City Hall.
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Traffic commission meetings are held on the third Thursday of each month (adjusted for holidays). Meetings take place in the City Council Chamber (on the second floor of City Hall). These meetings are public and all are welcome.
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After criticizing a fellow American for his lack of diplomatic skill, Christopher Gore got word the man was threatening to seek satisfaction for the insult. Though nothing came of it, Gore took to carrying a pistol, just in case. Historian Dan Breen will give a talk about this period in Christopher Gore's life and the […]
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Winter Wonders Animal Program for Children Ever wonder what animals do in winter? Join Matt Gabriel of Animal World Experience for a free program exploring the many ways that animals survive and thrive in winter. What you find out may shock and amaze you! Learn about how animals find or build shelter, locate water, and […]
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With the 1827 publication of his "House Servant’s Directory"—while employed as a manservant for the elite Bostonians Christopher and Rebecca Gore—Robert Roberts became America’s first commercially published Black author. A leader in Boston’s free Black community, he was a church deacon, a businessman, an abolitionist, and a fighter for civil rights. In this talk, we’ll […]
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It’s back! Waltham Repair Cafe returns to the Charles River Museum! Repair Cafes bring the community together and provide a place where folks can bring their well-loved, broken items to be fixed by volunteers (if possible). Bring in your broken items and our volunteers will try to repair them for you! We're looking for more […]
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Set in a dark and supernatural landscape, "The Enchanted," directed by Carter Lord, weaves a hypnotic atmosphere of unease as a young rancher returns to his Florida homestead, only to be drawn into a haunting romance with a mysterious woman who emerges from the wilderness. This spine-chilling four-part series presented by the Rose Art Museum […]
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Kitchen Princess is an award-winning manga series set in modern-day Japan. The "cooking romance" story follows Najika Kazami, a cheerful 13-year-old girl who searches for a mysterious boy who rescued her from drowning as a young girl and brought a little happiness to her life after her parents' death. She loves to cook and enrolls […]
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Waltham City Council normally meets on the second and fourth Mondays of each month, except during July and August. If a meeting falls on a Monday holiday, Council instead meets on Tuesday.
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City Council and the Board of Survey and Planning will hold a joint public hearing in the City Council chamber. This hearing will cover two amendments to the zoning ordinances: Accessory dwelling units (ADUs) Time limitations and changes in special permits |
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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 Girl Scout Cookie Season in Eastern MA! This year marks an exciting milestone: For the first time ever, Girl Scouts in Eastern MA are allowed […]
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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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Citixen Joy and 1 Hour Party, Inc. are thrilled to partner for 1 Hour Play Date, a dynamic pop-up event designed to connect young families and spotlight vendors and performers of color. The event is divided into two sessions with timed entry to maximize the window for busy families to get involved. Activities are geared […] |
