A free event for teens and tweens in grades 6–12. Enjoy an evening of food and fun featuring Africano Waltham’s Afro Diamond dancers, music, games, and delicious food from Waltham’s own local restaurants highlighting flavors of the African diaspora from around the world. The event will be held in the Waltham Public Library lecture hall. Programming […]
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. Refer here for the full 2026 meeting schedule and full council and committee meeting times.
Vegetable, fruit, flower, and mushroom CSA shares are now available for the 2026 season at Waltham Fields Community Farm (WFCF). Learn more about CSA shares and sign up here. WFCF offers flexible pick up days and a choice-based system, which allows you to tailor your share to fit your household's needs. Each vegetable share also […]
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 at one of the oldest greenhouses in the United States. Historic New England […]
The 30th Annual Regional High School Exhibit is ongoing February 10 to March 15 at the LexArt Gallery, Tuesday to Sunday, 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Featuring the work of students from Bedford, Burlington, Concord-Carlisle, Lexington, Minuteman, Waltham, and Winchester high schools, this exhibit showcases the creativity and innovation of area students and high school […]
The Zoning Board of Appeals generally meets on Tuesday evenings at 7:00 p.m. in the Public Meeting Room located on the ground level, or in the auditorium on the first floor, of the Arthur Clark Government Center at 119 School Street. The meeting schedule is determined by the volume of applications filed with the ZBA. […]
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! Recommended for 3- and 4-year-olds but all are welcome. $16 per child, $11 per child of members, $5 for Card […]
The Board of License Commissioners meets monthly, year-round. Meetings are typically held on the fourth Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m., but may be moved due to holidays or other circumstances. Contact the Licensing Department to confirm each meeting and for additional information.
The School Committee typically meets twice per month (once each in July and August) on Wednesday evenings. Check the School Committee web site to confirm meeting dates and times. Unless specifically noted, all regular meetings of the Waltham School Committee begin at 7 p.m. and are held in the Cannon Lecture Hall at 617 Lexington […]
Enjoy delicious Italian American family food, steaks, seafood, and many vegetarian options at or from this beloved Waltham institution. Follow the instructions at walthamlandtrust.org for the fundraiser and the Waltham Land Trust gets 20% of your sale to use towards saving land, building trails, and outfitting our volunteer trail stewards. Good for dine-in or takeout.
On Thursday, February 26, 20% of net sales at Panera on Main Street will be donated to WFM. Bring this flyer to show your cashier when ordering at the cafe or use code FUND4U when online ordering to ensure that WFM gets a portion of net sales.
Chakras, crystals and chill with Body, Stone and Soul. Join us for a fun and fascinating night! The wonderful Tasha of Body, Stone and Soul is back to teach us about chakras, crystals and the relationship between the two. In the lecture hall.
Formed in the fog of the timeline around the fall of the Twin Towers, the death of Elliott Smith, the peak influence of Pitchfork and the dawn of the iPod, the members of Winterpills met and began making music in the old-fashioned winter of 2003 in the shambolic Northampton, Massachusetts, music scene. They gleefully stumbled […]
CANCELLED DUE TO POOR PATH CONDITION Join the Waltham Land Trust for a walk along the Charles River trail in search of dazzling waterfowl visiting from northern climes, as well as our resident birds. Possible sightings include bufflehead, ring-necked, and goldeneye ducks, hooded and common mergansers, great blue herons, red-tailed hawks, and bald eagles! Bring […]
This event is open to Waltham and Weston students who will be in grades 9-12 in fall 2026. You've seen Waltham's Julia Kern race in this year's Olympics. Follow in her tracks with your high school cross country ski team! This Saturday, Feb. 28, 10:30-Noon, we will have a 'try it' recruitment day for next […]
Meet at Waltham City Hall on this last Saturday in February for a group bike ride. We will determine the route closer to the time of the ride based on riding conditions. Get updates here or here. See you Saturday!
Enjoy a Sunday afternoon of beautiful traditional music from the British Isles and beyond with Mrs. Wilberforce. Come early to enjoy tea, biscuits and good company in the beautifully restored (and heated!) 1793 Carriage House, the perfect venue for music and socializing! The duo of Kyra Davies (fiddle, viola, vocals) and Sean Smith (guitar, bouzouki, […]
Join the Jewish community of Waltham to celebrate Purim with carnival games, hamantaschen contest, crafts like make your own mask and gragger, and a costume parade! Sign up here to throw your hamantaschen into the ring and contribute to our vegetarian potluck. 5:30-6:15: Carnival, hamantaschen contest, and family-friendly crafts over potluck 6:15: Costume parade 6:30: Megillah […]
Note new date: This event was rescheduled due to last week's snow storm. A free event for teens and tweens in grades 6–12. Enjoy an evening of food and fun featuring Africano Waltham’s Afro Diamond dancers, music, games, and delicious food from Waltham’s own local restaurants highlighting flavors of the African diaspora from around the world. […]
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 Debt and Capital Planning Committee meet upon the call of the Chairperson of each committee. The remaining committees meet in the following order, beginning at […]
Vegetable, fruit, flower, and mushroom CSA shares are now available for the 2026 season at Waltham Fields Community Farm (WFCF). Learn more about CSA shares and sign up here. WFCF offers flexible pick up days and a choice-based system, which allows you to tailor your share to fit your household's needs. Each vegetable share also […]
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 at one of the oldest greenhouses in the United States. Historic New England […]
The 30th Annual Regional High School Exhibit is ongoing February 10 to March 15 at the LexArt Gallery, Tuesday to Sunday, 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Featuring the work of students from Bedford, Burlington, Concord-Carlisle, Lexington, Minuteman, Waltham, and Winchester high schools, this exhibit showcases the creativity and innovation of area students and high school […]
The School Committee typically meets twice per month (once each in July and August) on Wednesday evenings. Check the School Committee web site to confirm meeting dates and times. Unless specifically noted, all regular meetings of the Waltham School Committee begin at 7 p.m. and are held in the Cannon Lecture Hall at 617 Lexington […]
The Rose Art Museum is honored to host Judy Chicago for a special conversation with Catherine Morris, Senior Curator for the Elizabeth A. Sackler Center for Feminist Art at the Brooklyn Museum. Together, they will explore Chicago’s groundbreaking "Birth Project" (1980–1985), a series that reimagines childbirth as a powerful, sacred, and creative act. Produced in […]
Dive into soil and composting in this Plant Parenthood class with Quontay Turner, founder of Emerald City Plant Shop. Learn the different components to mix your own soil for different plants along with the different ways to reduce your food waste and create nutrient rich compost at home. Please come with any questions as well […]
The Waltham Cultural Council is a part of the Massachusetts Cultural Council’s local council program. It allocates funds for arts, sciences and humanities projects and events which focus on Waltham’s cultural diversity and local history. The council meets approximately once per month. It accepts grant applications from September 1 to October 15 for the 18-month period […]
Gain confidence as a public speaker. Our club, within Toastmasters International, works on improving communication and leadership skills in a supportive environment. We meet twice a month, first and third Thursday nights. The first meeting of the month is via Zoom, while the third Thursday meeting is hybrid with the in-person location at Meadow Green. […]
The 30th Annual Regional High School Exhibit is ongoing February 10 to March 15 at the LexArt Gallery, Tuesday to Sunday, 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. A reception for the artists from Waltham High School, as well as Lexington, Minuteman and Concord-Carlisle high schools, will be held at the gallery Friday, March 6, 3:00 - […]
Shabbat Service at 6:15 p.m., followed by Shabbat dinner at 7:30 p.m. and Tish at 8:30 p.m. Join Temple Beth Israel for our annual Tish: Shabbes in Upper Remety honoring our beloved former members Morris and Edith Hollender, who brought to Boston melodies, stories, and wisdom from Europe. Hankus Netsky of New England Conservatory and […]
The goal of the seventh annual Waltham Parenting Awareness Conference is to connect and empower parents to be powerful advocates for themselves and their children. With keynote speakers workshops, parents will have the opportunity to contribute to and engage in meaningful conversations, and gain insights alongside other parents and professionals on topics that matter most […]
The Waltham Democratic City Committee announces details for this year’s Waltham Democratic Caucus. Open to the public. Caucuses are held each year to nominate delegates to the Annual MassDems State Convention. This year’s state convention is a nominating convention, to be held in Worcester at the DCU Center on Friday and Saturday, May 29 and […]
Join us as we continue our Social Series with "Evolution of the Game of Baseball in the 19th Century" with baseball historian Brian Sheehy, the History Department Coordinator at North Andover High School and an award-winning educator. Did you know the original home plate was circular? Did you know the National League that we know […]
Looking to meet new people over a great cup of coffee? Join us at Café on the Common in Waltham for a relaxed, conversational coffee social. The café’s cozy atmosphere makes it a perfect spot to connect with others, unwind, and start your morning with community. We’ll get together for friendly conversation and a laid-back […]
Join us as we continue our Social Series with Traditional Folk and Celtic Duo: Bob and Jen Strom with Emily Peterson on concertina. Bob and Jen will sing a blend of American folk songs and Irish ballads along with Irish fiddle tunes and will be joined by local favorite and Beverly resident, Emily Peterson, on […]
Please join the Kharis Chamber Players, with Natacha Rist and friends, for an afternoon of chamber music. "Les Voix Humaines: The Clarinet, the Viola, and the Human Voice" is a collaborative program featuring a diverse repertoire highlighting the expressive capabilities of each instrument and of the human voice. Featuring Waltham’s Janet Pohli, Soprano; Celine Ferro, […]
The Waltham Historical Commission meets monthly, year-round. Meetings are typically held on the second Monday of the month at 7 p.m. To appear before the WHC or to submit correspondence or information, contact the commission 10 business days prior to the meeting. Meetings are usually held remotely via Zoom and are open to the public. […]
You want to learn more about Judaism, but where do you start? We are known as The People of the Book, so it's a great idea to get to know the framework of some of our foundational literature. Introduction to the Jewish bookshelf presents texts that will be your entryway into conversations about creation in […]
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. Refer here for the full 2026 meeting schedule and full council and committee meeting times.
Vegetable, fruit, flower, and mushroom CSA shares are now available for the 2026 season at Waltham Fields Community Farm (WFCF). Learn more about CSA shares and sign up here. WFCF offers flexible pick up days and a choice-based system, which allows you to tailor your share to fit your household's needs. Each vegetable share also […]
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 […]
The 30th Annual Regional High School Exhibit is ongoing February 10 to March 15 at the LexArt Gallery, Tuesday to Sunday, 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Featuring the work of students from Bedford, Burlington, Concord-Carlisle, Lexington, Minuteman, Waltham, and Winchester high schools, this exhibit showcases the creativity and innovation of area students and high school […]
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 at one of the oldest greenhouses in the United States. Historic New England […]
Waltham deserves elections where winners earn broad support, and every voter can cast their vote in line with their values without "wasting" it. This launch event is the start of a citywide effort to bring Ranked Choice Voting (RCV) to Waltham. We'll cover what RCV is, why it's gaining momentum across Massachusetts, and what it […]
The clockmaking tradition carried out by Chelsea Clock Company traces it’s roots back to the founding of the Harvard Clock Company in 1880 by Joseph Eastman. This talk will trace the evolution of the Boston style marine clock from it’s humble beginnings as a gauge clock through to the modern day manufacturing of these storied […]
The Jewish Family and Children's Service, in connection with Hora del Cafe, is offering a bi-lingual cycle of dance classes for those with Parkinson's disease or similar symptoms. Discover how dance can help older adults who have challenges with movement, balance and coordination, all while having fun! Our instructor, Rafael Rivera, is especially trained to […]
Join us for Waltham Partnership for Youth's 11th annual Trivia for a Cause. Enjoy a competitive night out with your friends and colleagues, while supporting vital youth programming in Waltham. The team that raises the most funds for WPY by the end of the evening will win a basket of gift cards to restaurants in […]
Join us for a fun night of community and crafting. Bring your fiber arts projects—any project, from knitting to embroidery, crochet to cross-stitch, weaving and beyond. In the lecture hall.
The Conservation Commission typically meets twice each month on Thursdays at 7 p.m. Meetings are usually held remotely via Zoom and are open to the public. Visit the commission's web page for more information (Zoom links are included in each posted agenda).
This Thursday and Friday nights at 7:00 p.m. the 2026 Waltham High School Senior Class will present their Senior Revue, "For Good." Tickets are available at the door.
Waltham’s next regular municipal Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2027. So, from March 2026 to October 2027, Massachusetts Forward Party candidate Sean Diamond invites you to walk with him to and through every neighborhood in Waltham at least once as part of a 20-month Waltham Forward Neighborhood Walk-a-thon. We will meet in front of […]
Indivisible Waltham will hold a rally on Saturday, March 14 from 11 a.m. to noon at Main Street and Moody Street. The purpose of the rally is to protest the Trump administration's war on Iran and inhumane actions against immigrants.
This event has been cancelled. Gather at Waltham Fields Community Farm in the crisp March air for a sensory and educational journey into the world of Ayurvedic spices and healing spice teas with Ayurvedic practitioner Anjana Bhargava. In this interactive, hands-on workshop, Anjana will guide participants to explore how simple spices grown from the earth […]
Join us in the withdrawing room of the mansion for a special harp concert by internationally acclaimed harpist Lily Neill. Entitled "The Story of the Harp," Neill's performance will explore the music of one of the world’s best loved instruments. Every corner of the world seems to have its version of the harp, and the […]
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 Debt and Capital Planning Committee meet upon the call of the Chairperson of each committee. The remaining committees meet in the following order, beginning at […]
Hosted by Marisa and Malissa every third Monday at the Waltham Museum, the Watch City Ukers #207 provide a relaxed atmosphere where any level is welcome. We are thrilled to share our newly revised Watch City Ukers Songbook with you. It’s packed with fresh favorites we think you’ll love whether you’re a beginner or seasoned […]
Vegetable, fruit, flower, and mushroom CSA shares are now available for the 2026 season at Waltham Fields Community Farm (WFCF). Learn more about CSA shares and sign up here. WFCF offers flexible pick up days and a choice-based system, which allows you to tailor your share to fit your household's needs. Each vegetable share also […]
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 at one of the oldest greenhouses in the United States. Historic New England […]
The Waltham Clothing Exchange (WCE) is now open for its spring season on Tuesdays only from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. through May 12. WCE is a friendly thrift shop and consignment store serving the community for 67 years. It’s a lot more than clothing. We offer affordable clothing for all ages, shoes, dozens of […]
This talk will discuss the overlap between neurologic disorders and mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety. It will explore common presentations of these mental health symptoms in neurological conditions and their frequency. We will identify ways to increase awareness of these common conditions, how to advocate for yourself, and what treatment may look […]
In this workshop a physical therapist will educate on the components of good posture for a healthy lower back. They will discuss the causes and types of low back pain as well as topics for improving back pain and prevention of low back pain. This health workshop is a continuation of the Community Outreach Program […]
The Board of Health meets monthly, year-round. Meetings are typically held on the third Wednesday of each month at 5 p.m. Contact the Health Department to confirm each meeting and for additional information.
The Waltham Traffic Commission meets monthly, September to June. Meetings are typically held on the third Thursday of each month, at 10 a.m., with changes to accommodate special meetings and holidays. Meetings are held at City Hall, 610 Main Street, on the second floor, in the council chamber. Members of the public are invited to […]
Join Faith Johnson, internationally exhibiting artist and healing arts practitioner of Full Circle Healing Arts, for a relaxing meditation followed by quiet reflective journaling and intuitive watercolor painting (with local water sources!). Take a moment to reconnect and replenish through contemplative creativity and community connection! All materials provided and no experience necessary. "Intuitive watercolor painting […]
Gain confidence as a public speaker. Our club, within Toastmasters International, works on improving communication and leadership skills in a supportive environment. We meet twice a month, first and third Thursday nights. The first meeting of the month is via Zoom, while the third Thursday meeting is hybrid with the in-person location at Meadow Green. […]
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 […]
Beginning March 16, the LUCE Immigrant Justice Network of Massachusetts will gather at courthouses from Brockton to Lynn to demand state leaders protect all residents and put an end to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) presence in state courts. The rally at Waltham District Court will take place on Friday, March 20, from 3:30 to […]
Book lovers can buy gently-used books at bargain prices ($2 for paperbacks, $5 for most hardcovers) during the sale. The event will be held in the Carriage House at Gore Place. You can donate books too! We can accept donated books from March 1 through March 13. To arrange a drop-off time, please email events@goreplace.org. […]
Book lovers can buy gently-used books at bargain prices ($2 for paperbacks, $5 for most hardcovers) during the sale. The event will be held in the Carriage House at Gore Place. You can donate books too! We can accept donated books from March 1 through March 13. To arrange a drop-off time, please email events@goreplace.org. […]
Join us for our annual Easter Bunny Celebration Saturday, March 21st at Government Center from 10am-12pm! Stop by with your camera to take pictures with the Easter Bunny. There will also be balloons, temporary tattoos, arts & crafts, and a visit with the Waltham Fire Department. For further information, please contact the Mayor’s Office at […]
UPDATE: Change of venue to Plympton School, 20 Farnsworth Street, Waltham MA. Come on out for a fun-filled day of local vendors, free pictures with the Easter bunny, Easter egg hunts, face painting and more! All ages welcome. Proceeds go to local veterans. Tickets for the egg hunt, which includes story time, egg hunt, pictures, […]
Looking to meet new people over a great cup of coffee? Join us at Café on the Common in Waltham for a relaxed, conversational coffee social. This event is great for anyone looking to meet like-minded people, whether you’re new to the area or just looking to expand your circle. The café’s cozy atmosphere makes […]
Join us as we continue our Social Series with “More than Money: The world of coin collecting” with Neil Musante, a collector and numismatic researcher and author of two books that have become standard references on the subject, with a third coming soon. This talk will explore various aspects of collecting, including some of the […]
A one-woman show featuring Beth Goldman as Golda Meir, "Golda's Balcony" is set on the eve of the 1973 Yom Kippur War and uses flashbacks to trace Golda's life from Russia to Milwaukee and her move to Palestine in 1921. These personal stories frame a gripping exploration of idealism, leadership and the resolve required to […]
You want to learn more about Judaism, but where do you start? We are known as The People of the Book, so it's a great idea to get to know the framework of some of our foundational literature. Introduction to the Jewish bookshelf presents texts that will be your entryway into conversations about creation in […]
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. Refer here for the full 2026 meeting schedule and full council and committee meeting times.
Vegetable, fruit, flower, and mushroom CSA shares are now available for the 2026 season at Waltham Fields Community Farm (WFCF). Learn more about CSA shares and sign up here. WFCF offers flexible pick up days and a choice-based system, which allows you to tailor your share to fit your household's needs. Each vegetable share also […]
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 at one of the oldest greenhouses in the United States. Historic New England […]
The Waltham Clothing Exchange (WCE) is now open for its spring season on Tuesdays only from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. through May 12. WCE is a friendly thrift shop and consignment store serving the community for 67 years. It’s a lot more than clothing. We offer affordable clothing for all ages, shoes, dozens of […]
Get ready for a fun, educational twist on classic bingo! Each bingo square highlights a real-world financial concept: budgeting, investing, taxes, college funding, insurance, and more. You'll learn practical tips that help you make smarter money decisions. Expect: Fast-paced, family-friendly fun Bite-sized money lessons with every square Prizes for winners Easy explanations anyone can understand […]
The Board of License Commissioners meets monthly, year-round. Meetings are typically held on the fourth Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m., but may be moved due to holidays or other circumstances. Contact the Licensing Department to confirm each meeting and for additional information.
Join artist Zoë Buckman for the virtual premiere of her new three-channel film, "Show Me Your Bruises, Then," followed by a conversation with Rose Director and Chief Curator Dr. Gannit Ankori. Written, directed, and performed by Buckman and featuring Cush Jumbo and Sienna Miller, the 17-minute film examines the multigenerational impact of domestic violence and […]
The Gore Roll of Arms, the earliest known collection of heraldic arms in America, was the work of Christopher Gore's father, John Gore (1718-1796). John Gore ran a paint shop in Boston and did fine decorative painting on coaches for the elite of Boston. The Gore Roll includes pen, ink, and watercolor arms for New […]
Join us to learn more about Opportunities for Inclusion's proposed renovation plans for 15 Fiske Ave. Light refreshments will be served. This is a great opportunity to ask questions, share feedback, and stay informed about whats happening in your neighborhood. First Lutheran Church
The Conservation Commission typically meets twice each month on Thursdays at 7 p.m. Meetings are usually held remotely via Zoom and are open to the public. Visit the commission's web page for more information (Zoom links are included in each posted agenda).
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 […]
Graduate students at Brandeis University will have an opportunity to show their skills at presenting their original research in a short, engaging form for a general audience during the 5th annual Three Minute Thesis Competition. Ten students from a variety of disciplines will compete in front of a panel of judges including Waltham Mayor Jeannette […]
Waltham High School Show Choirs are excited to host the 2026 Eastern Show Choir Festival (ESCF). ESCF holds the distinction of being the longest running show choir competition in New England. All proceeds directly support Waltham Show Choirs including Music Unlimited, Music Express and Show Band. Music Express is scheduled to perform at 12:15 p.m., […]
Join us in the warmth of the greenhouse as we welcome Hannah Lawson from Wildly Rooted Culinary Garden. Hannah will be sharing the magic of micro greens, including how to grow and harvest them at home, a culinary tasting, and information about the incredible nutritional value of micros. You'll go home with a container of […]
Indivisible Waltham will hold its No KIngs 3 rally at Main and Moody and on the Common. Waltham is part of the national No Kings 3 event on Saturday. The rally is to protest the authoritarian actions of the Trump administration to use violence against citizens and both legal and undocumented immigrants, starting a war […]
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 […]
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 […]
Belmont World Film's 24th International Film Series, "Thicker Than Water," explores the ties that bind—and sometimes limit us—through an intimate and far-reaching collection of stories about families in all their complexity. Across cultures and continents, these films ask what we inherit, what we carry, and what we owe one another. The series unfolds over eight […]
The Waltham Clothing Exchange (WCE) is now open for its spring season on Tuesdays only from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. through May 12. WCE is a friendly thrift shop and consignment store serving the community for 67 years. It’s a lot more than clothing. We offer affordable clothing for all ages, shoes, dozens of […]
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.
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 to the importance of organ and tissue donation. On Wednesday, April 1st at 11:00 AM, Waltham Mayor Jeannette McCarthy, State Senator Mike Barrett, City Councilors, […]
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: […]
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 […]
The Waltham Cultural Council is a part of the Massachusetts Cultural Council’s local council program. It allocates funds for arts, sciences and humanities projects and events which focus on Waltham’s cultural diversity and local history. The council meets approximately once per month. It accepts grant applications from September 1 to October 15 for the 18-month period […]
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 […]
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.
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 […]
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 at Waverley Oaks Athletic Club! A post-race after party featuring food, beer, and live entertainment by Brian Burrill will kickoff at Mighty Squirrel Brewery immediately […]
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!
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 warm atmosphere, authentic Spanish flavors, and excellent wines and sangrias. This anniversary dinner isn’t about networking or pressure. It’s about celebrating community, showing up as […]
Deadline to submit applications for the WPY Summer Internship Program is tonight at 11:59 p.m. 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. […]
Looking to meet new people over a great cup of coffee? Join us at Café on the Common in Waltham for a relaxed, conversational coffee social. This event is great for anyonbe looking to meet like-minded people, whether you’re new to the area or just looking to expand your circle. The café’s cozy atmosphere makes […]