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SUMMARY:Making pollinator gardens easy
DESCRIPTION:Register for the Waltham Land Trust‘s “Making Pollinator Gardens Easy.” Green Urb Gardens\, a local business supporting the future of mindful landscaping\, will present a simple step-by-step guide to creating your own backyard (or public) pollinator haven. You’ll learn about common pollinators in the area\, which native plants support them best\, and how to use the Somerville Pollinator Action Plan to design your own garden. Your confirmation registration email will contain the Zoom link to join! \nThis program will be recorded and shared through WLT’s YouTube channel.
URL:https://walthamtimes.org/event/making-pollinator-gardens-easy/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Gardening
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SUMMARY:Waltham's Wonderful Birds (Virtual Event)
DESCRIPTION:While spring and summer may steal the spotlight with colorful\, musical songbirds\, January and February are ideal months to appreciate our hardy resident birds and wintering waterfowl. Join Michele Grzenda\, Waltham resident and expert birder\, and the Waltham Land Trust for an engaging virtual program featuring beginner-friendly bird watching tips and tricks\, helpful birding resources for all seasons\, and simple ways you can support birds in your backyard and beyond. Whether you’re brand new to birding or a seasoned observer\, this program will help you appreciate Waltham’s birds in a whole new way. \nRegister for the Zoom link here.
URL:https://walthamtimes.org/event/walthams-wonderful-birds-virtual-event/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Educational opportunities
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SUMMARY:New Year's Day hikes at Prospect Hill Park
DESCRIPTION:Start off the new year with a hike up Prospect Hill to an amazing view during one of the Waltham Land Trust’s most popular events! Please note that there are TWO different departure times and locations. \nFolks wanting a longer hike on various paths through the park should leave from Craft Food Hall at 200 5th Ave at 12:30 p.m. Those seeking a shorter trek either along the paved (not plowed) service road or via steep trails should depart at 1 p.m. from the park’s South Gate near 186 Prospect Hill Road. Park on roads in the neighborhood and be mindful of driveways and “No Parking” signs. Please carpool if possible. \nRegardless of where you leave from\, be prepared to walk on slippery paths that may have rocks\, roots\, and challenging terrain. Both groups will meet at the accessible vista point of Little Prospect for fabulous views of Waltham below and Boston in the distance. \nDress for the weather; cancelled in very cold temperatures or if precipitation is falling. Well-mannered\, leashed dogs are welcome.
URL:https://walthamtimes.org/event/new-years-day-hikes-at-prospect-hill-park/
LOCATION:Prospect Hill Park\, 314 Totten Pond Road\, Waltham\, MA\, MA\, 02451\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walks and hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T150000
DTSTAMP:20251208T193150Z
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SUMMARY:Beaver Brook North hike
DESCRIPTION:Join WLT Board Director Debbie von Rechenberg for an adaptive hike around Beaver Brook North. The length and spots we’ll visit will be determined by the group\, but it’s likely we’ll stop at the Met Fern Cemetery. Children and well-behaved dogs welcome. \nThe hike will be 1 to 3 miles long\, depending on group consensus; we might split into 2 groups\, with Debbie’s husband Moritz leading the second group. We will stick to the main paths\, but those include dirt trails with exposed rocks and tree roots and at least a slight elevation change. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes with good treads. Please have your well-behaved dogs on short leashes. \nRegistration not required \nPark/meet at Waltham Dog Ranch\, use 475 Trapelo Road in GPS.
URL:https://walthamtimes.org/event/beaver-brook-north-hike/
LOCATION:City of Waltham Dog Ranch\, Metropolitan Parkway\, Waltham\, MA\, 02452\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walks and hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T220000
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SUMMARY:Waltham Land Trust — Fundraiser night at Bistro 781
DESCRIPTION:Support the Waltham Land Trust by eating dinner at Bistro 781 or ordering take out. Let your server or phone representative know that you are participating in the WLT fundraiser and to “flag your check” so that WLT gets 10% of the food sale. For online orders\, please add the comment “Fundraiser” as a special instruction. If you plan to dine there\, we strongly recommend making a reservation. Email Sonja to save a spot at the WLT group table at 6 p.m. We are especially interested in having folks who don’t normally join us attend! \nThank you to Bistro 781 for supporting our cause.
URL:https://walthamtimes.org/event/waltham-land-trust-fundraiser-night-at-bistro-781/
LOCATION:Bistro 781\, 336 Moody St.\, Waltham\, MA\, 02453\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fund raisers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T203000
DTSTAMP:20251108T180153Z
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SUMMARY:Waltham Land Trust 26th annual meeting
DESCRIPTION:Every fall\, the Waltham Land Trust board of directors holds a public meeting where updates are provided on issues we’ve been tackling\, where one wonderful person is honored as our Inge Uhlir Environmentalist of the Year\, where returning and new board members are voted on\, and where a presentation on an important environmental subject is provided. This year we are thrilled to welcome professors from Brandeis who have been collecting oral histories from Walthamites about flooding in our city. \nSome may say that the highlight each year happens when the meeting ends and attendees gather to chat with each other over complimentary Toscanini’s ice cream! Come see for yourself.
URL:https://walthamtimes.org/event/waltham-land-trust-26th-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:First Parish Church\, 50 Church St.\, Waltham\, MA\, 02452\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public interest
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T130000
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SUMMARY:Chester Brook Corridor hike
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the history and nature of the southern part of the Chester Brook Corridor with members of the Waltham Land Trust on a walk through the woods on the Western Greenway Trail past the YMCA and Bishops Forest to Shady’s Pond and back.\nWe’re watching the weather forecast and will postpone to Saturday\, November 15\, same time\, if necessary.
URL:https://walthamtimes.org/event/chester-brook-corridor-hike/
LOCATION:Kennedy Middle School\, 655 Lexington St.\, Waltham\, MA\, 02452\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health and fitness,History,Public interest
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T140000
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SUMMARY:Waltham Land Trust's Western Greenway 5k & first ever Monster Dash for kids!
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Halloween by taking to the trails in your costume (if it’s safe to do so) and help raise money for the Waltham Land Trust in a super fun\, family-friendly way! \nSince 2013\, the Waltham Land Trust has held the Western Greenway 5K walk and run benefit event where people of all ages traverse a 5K distance through the Western Greenway. Help preserve open space in Waltham while enjoying one of the properties maintained by WLT’s trail stewards for everyone to enjoy. \nThe 5K (3.1 mile) course goes through and around a variety of habitats in Beaver Brook North Reservation and Rock Meadow\, including cattail marshes\, forests\, vernal pools\, and open meadows. This year’s race route is new for 2025! \nBefore the main race kicks off\, kids ages 10 and under can join our 50-yard Monster Dash at 11:30 a.m.\, a quick\, fun sprint where every child gets a small treat for participating. Free for children who attend with an adult running the 5K\, $5 suggested donation otherwise. Perfect for little ghosts and goblins who want in on the action!
URL:https://walthamtimes.org/event/waltham-land-trusts-western-greenway-5k-first-ever-monster-dash-for-kids/
CATEGORIES:Health and fitness,Public interest
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T183000
DTSTAMP:20260728T154519Z
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SUMMARY:Yoga outside at the Met State property
DESCRIPTION:We wrap up the month performing yoga outside at the Met State property. \nLearn about and experience the vast beauty found in the lawns\, fields\, woods\, and trails of the Metropolitan State Hospital property and Beaver Brook North while stretching and holding poses! Jeanne Kelly\, a popular yoga instructor\, will lead the session. Fee is $20 for WLT dues-paying members\, $25 for non-members. Remember a mat/towel to lie on\, bug spray\, and water. \nRegister here\, or bring cash or a check made out to the Waltham Land Trust. Beginners strongly encouraged! \n 
URL:https://walthamtimes.org/event/yoga-outside-at-the-met-state-property/
LOCATION:City of Waltham Dog Ranch\, Metropolitan Parkway\, Waltham\, MA\, 02452\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health and fitness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T153000
DTSTAMP:20250923T021201Z
CREATED:20250923T021201Z
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SUMMARY:Hardy Pond walk and new WLT land celebration
DESCRIPTION:It’s National Public Lands Day! We can’t think of a better way to celebrate than with a stroll along the Hardy Pondside Walkway\, followed by a party at our newly expanded Lakeview Preserve! \nTag along on this 1.5-mile leisurely walk to learn about ongoing stewardship efforts to protect Hardy Pond while enjoying sights of nature along the way. Wear comfortable walking shoes. \nWe’ll end at the Land Trust’s Lakeview Preserve to admire the new land WLT purchased in June\, adding to what was bought in 2023. We’ll hear remarks from Land Trust leaders and Senator Michael Barrett\, whose FY25 earmark helped pay for the parcel. \nHelp us celebrate protecting more open space! Snacks provided.\n1:30 – 3:00 p.m.: Walk\, leaving from Lazazzero Playground\, 7 Shore Road.\n3:00 – 3:30 p.m.: Party at 153 Lakeview Ave. Park at Lazazzero Playground\, on Princeton Ave\, or on Shore Road.
URL:https://walthamtimes.org/event/hardy-pond-walk-and-new-wlt-land-celebration/
LOCATION:Lazazzero Playground\, 7 Shore Road\, Waltham\, MA\, 02452\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public interest
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T153000
DTSTAMP:20260729T162532Z
CREATED:20250917T161041Z
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SUMMARY:Joint cleanup along the Charles River
DESCRIPTION:The Waltham Land Trust is thrilled to show 350 Mass Waltham the ropes in a joint cleanup along the Charles River. \nWe will meet at the side parking lot at Shaw’s on River Street in Waltham. This is the lot to the right of Shaw’s as you enter the lot from River Street. We will have bags and gloves and will cross the footbridge to the path on the other side of the river and split into cleaning crews. \nPlease register before Friday\, September 19\, if you plan to attend. We ask that everyone be at the site by 2 p.m. sharp.
URL:https://walthamtimes.org/event/joint-cleanup-along-the-charles-river/
LOCATION:Shaw’s supermarket\, 130 River St.\, Waltham\, MA\, 02453\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food and agriculture|City government>Parks & Rec,Public interest
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T120000
DTSTAMP:20250904T022937Z
CREATED:20250904T022937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T022937Z
UID:10001141-1757154600-1757160000@walthamtimes.org
SUMMARY:Bug walk at Wellington Fields
DESCRIPTION:The WLT stewards\, along with the city of Waltham’s Ranger Adam\, are bringing this land back to life—to wildlife\, that is\, and first on the scene should be the insects who are necessary for supporting our life on earth! If you’re curious about insects and want to learn more\, please join us for this walk\, led by insect enthusiast and WLT and Save Waltham Wildlife member\, Linda Graetz. \nWear sunscreen\, long pants and closed-toed shoes. A looking sheet and field supplies will be available for use\, but please bring your own water\, tick/mosquito repellent\, and a hand lens if you have one. \nSpace in the program is limited—registration is required. \nChildren 8 and up\, accompanied by an adult\, are most welcome! \nRain date: Sunday\, September 7\, 1:00-2:30 p.m. \nThe walk will be at 775 Trapelo Road\, but park on neighborhood streets Sherwood Lane and Abbot Road\, and cross Trapelo to the site.
URL:https://walthamtimes.org/event/bug-walk-at-wellington-fields/
LOCATION:Wellington Fields\, 735 Trapelo Road\, Waltham\, MA\, 02452\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public interest
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