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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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: […]
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.
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.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Licenses and Franchises Committee meets at 7:00 p.m. The Veterans Services Committee, the Public Works and Public Safety Committee, the Economic and Community Development Committee, and the Long Term […]
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, Trounstine will discuss her book and ways to support system-involved youth. She will be joined by a panel from More Than Words.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
If virtuosic fiddle that reimagines traditional and modern musical styles with boundless groove and playful, improvisational spirit is your thing, you're going to fall in love with Kathleen Parks. You may recognize Parks from her extensive touring and recording with local visionary string band Twisted Pine. Last year, she released a debut solo album that highlights […]
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.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
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.
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 […]
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 […]
Fall Prevention For Older Adults. Learn more here. The Clinical Outreach Program is an initiative of Mass General Brigham (MGB) Sports Medicine in Waltham.
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 […]
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 […]
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 area, and exploring the vibrant arcade room. Get creative with our glowing paint station, where you can make your own glow-in-the-dark art! Bring the whole […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Licenses and Franchises Committee meets at 7:00 p.m. The Veterans Services Committee, the Public Works and Public Safety Committee, the Economic and Community Development Committee, and the Long Term […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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.
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.
Celebrate the spring equinox by enjoying delicious Italian American family food at or from The Chateau. Follow the instructions found at walthamlandtrust.org when dining in or ordering takeout and the […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
Mark Kroll's distinguished career as a performer, scholar and educator spans a period of more than 50 years. He has performed worldwide as a recitalist and chamber musician, winning critical […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 learning new Teen Room favorites like "Squirmish" and "We Didn't Playtest This At All!" This event is generously supported by the Friends of the Waltham […]
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 […]
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 […]
Dr. Susan Aberth, prominent cultural historian and leading Leonora Carrington scholar, has observed, “Like the alchemical processes of distillation and transmutation that abound in her work, continues to shift across boundaries and elude easy classification.” Join Aberth in conversation with Gannit Ankori, Henry and Lois Foster Director and Chief Curator, and curator of the Rose’s […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Program Alan Silvestri: Back to the Future Suite Bohdana Frolyak: Symphony No. 2 (U. S. Premiere) Max Bruch: Violin Concerto No. 1, Lillian Arnold Mages, soloist Purchase tickets here. Questions? […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
Join the Waltham Democratic City Committee (WDCC) where we will elect delegates to the Massachusetts State Democratic Convention in September. If you are interested in learning more about the caucus or getting involved in the local branch of the Democratic party, please send an e-mail to WatchCityDems@gmail.com.
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. […]
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 the unconstitutional actions of the Trump administration, including the gutting of services, firing of federal workers, shutting down of essential agencies, ignoring court orders, deporting […]
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 […]