2009 Relay For Life of Weston-Wayland
2009 Relay For Life of Weston-Wayland will be held May 30, 2009. Contact Ashley for more information, or visit their website.
Friday February 13, Opera del West presents Die Feldermaus, The Center for the Arts in Natick, 8pm
Bring your valentine to Die Fledermaus (“The Bat”), a Viennese opera sung in English that takes us from manor to palace and finally to jail, all in waltz-time. Expect sly humor, romance, mistaken identity, class warfare, and of course, a masked ball. Attend in party attire, don a mask, and join characters in eating, drinking, [...]
Patrick’s new tax plans make food for thought
Metrowest Daily News 1/29/09: Patrick’s new tax plans make food for thought. Governor Patrick is proposing an increasing in the meals tax from 5 to 6%, and he is proposing that cities and towns have the option to add their own additional 1% tax. Restaurant owners, including J.J. McKay’s Sean McKiernan worry that it will [...]
Accidents rise as temperatures fall
Wayland Town Crier 1/29/09: Accidents rise as temperatures fall, but there were no morning accidents in Wayland. Wayland drivers and highway department plows seem to have gotten used to the weather. Related Articles:Destructive Wayland Storm Declared A Microburst (Jun 27, 2010)
Proposed Massachusetts budget cuts in Local Aid for FY2010
Boston Globe 1/29/09: Proposed Massachusetts budget cuts in Local Aid for FY2010. Wayland’s FY2009 local aid was $4,405,356, and the proposal for FY2010 is $4,321,633, a reduction of $83,723 (or 1.9%). Note: The current fiscal year amount includes a 9% reduction made earlier. Related Articles:FY12 School Budget Booklet (Mar 2, 2011) No override expected, but [...]
WayCAM hopes to overcome financial troubles
Wayland Town Crier 1/29/09: WayCAM hopes to overcome financial troubles. The nonprofit WayCam organization which runs the local cable channels on Comcast and Verizon has promised to gets its financial house in order after trying to use capital funds to pay for operational expenses. Related Articles:And the Winner is… (Jan 31, 2012) Wayland cable studio [...]
More Nike units to be sold
Wayland Town Crier 1/29/09: More NIke site units to be sold. A drawing to determine the new owners of the affordable housing units now nearing completion at 89 Oxbow Road in north Wayland (the former Nike site) was held last week at the Town Building. Eleven of 16 units have been spoken for, although the [...]
Excitement builds for Wayland Reads
Wayland Town Crier 1/29/09: Excitement builds for Wayland Reads. Starting this weekend, our library is sponsoring its first-ever town-wide “Wayland Reads” event to focus on Ronald Merullo’s road novel “Breakfast with Buddha.” The goal of the program is to foster community through a shared experience of literature, to promote a culture of reading, and to [...]
Town officials considering new ALS program
Wayland Town Crier 1/29/09: Town officials considering new ALS program. Despite possible operating costs of $57,000 and capital costs of $28,000 in the first year, the selectmen seem persuaded by arguments from the Advance Life Support Committee for the new program.
Traditions of Wayland Community Events
Traditions of Wayland Independent & Assisted Living, 10 Green Way, Wayland, invites the community to participate in two February programs. Interested individuals can call 508 358 0700 to register. Free Blood Pressure Screening Tuesday, February 10 at 3 PM. Linda Sullivan, the Sudbury Public Health Nurse, will spaeak about the causes, effects and risk [...]
State Representative Conroy Announces District Office Hours and “Ask the Rep” Show on Local Cable for February 2009
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 26, 2009 Contact: Tom Conroy State House Office: (617) 722-2460 State Representative Conroy Announces District Office Hours and “Ask the Rep” Show on Local Cable for February 2009 Representative Thomas Conroy is pleased to announce his local office hours in Lincoln, Sudbury, and Wayland for the month of January, 2009. No [...]
Wayland Board of Health Members and Staff would like to extend a sincere “thank you” for volunteer efforts
January 29, 2009 From the Wayland Board of Health and Staff to MA Region 4A Wayland Medical Reserve Corps Volunteers. Dear MA Region 4A Wayland Medical Reserve Corps Volunteers: The Wayland Board of Health Members and Staff would like to extend a sincere “thank you” for all the volunteer efforts provided throughout the 2008-2009 [...]
Cambridge students tough it out as most others have a snow day.
Boston Globe 1/29/09: Cambridge students tough it out as most others have a snow day, as "even tiny Wayland, a town west of Boston with a reputation for rarely calling a snow day, cancelled classes. Related Articles:Host Families Needed (May 4, 2012) Paul Stein: I always liked the values of the people that work here [...]
Gov. Patrick announces breakdown of local aid cuts
Wicked Local Blogs 1/28/09: Gov. Patrick announces breakdown of local aid cuts. A spreadsheet with town by town cuts is available here. Related Articles:Top Republican in Senate race makes his case (Nov 3, 2009) Brown’s bill would hike fine for pot in car (Oct 5, 2009) Conroy holds gambling forum in Sudbury (Sep 25, 2009) [...]
Girl Scout Cookie Sale at Donelan’s, Saturday, January 31, 12-4pm
On Saturday January 31st, Claypit Hill 4th grade Junior Girl Scout Troop 73145 will be selling cookies at Donelan’s from 12-4pm. Come stock up on some tasty snacks for the Superbowl, or buy a box or two for the troops. All donated cookies will be shipped from Hanscom AFB to our troops abroad and hospitalized vets back home. Last [...]
Towns finding ways to save by sharing
Boston Globe 1/29/09: Towns finding ways to save by sharing. Selectmen in Sudbury and Wayland have met recently to discuss additional opportunities for regionalization, especially in the areas of recreation, transfer stations for solid waste, developing clean energy sources, and library services. The towns have a framework for cooperation in the sewage-treatment facility they have shared [...]
It’s all a matter of zip code
Boston Globe 1/28/09: It’s all a matter of zip code. Seeking real estate? You’ll fall in love with some Cape Cod prices; Cambridge is another matter. For the Boston area, Case-Shiller reported that single-family home prices decreased 7.4 percent between November 2007 and November 2008. From the market’s peak in September 2005, home prices in [...]
Saturday, February 14, Sudbury Valley Trustees Valentine’s Day Cross Country Ski, Memorial Forest, Sudbury, 11am-1pm.
You are invited to join Sudbury Valley Trustees on this Valentine’s Day cross country ski, led by SVT Director Susan Crane. Memorial Forest’s extensive trails provide great cross country skiing. Susan loves this area so much, she wants to be there on Valentine’s Day and would like you to join her. All participants are required [...]
Support Maternal and Newborn Health
Infante Sano, Spanish for Healthy Infant, is a nonprofit (founded by two Wayland residents-Bill Haney and Kim Wilson!) with the mission to improve the health and well-being of mothers and infants in Latin America and the Caribbean. Every year over 10 million mothers and children die throughout the developing world. Yet providing simple, effective, low-cost [...]
Framingham, Wayland get $44K for lake cleanup
Metrowest Daily News 1/27/09: Framingham, Wayland get $44K for lake cleanup. The Department of Conservation and Recreation has awarded $44,000 to Framingham and Wayland to clean invasive weeds out of Lake Cochituate. With the money and an additional $22,00 contributed by the towns, the lake’s North Pond, which sits mostly in Framingham and Wayland with [...]
Tsongas to host telephone town hall meeting tonight
Congresswoman Niki Tsongas will be hosting a telephone town hall meeting for Wayland, Sudbury and Acton residents January 29, at 7pm. The telephone town hall will be similar to traditional town hall meetings in which participants ask questions and discuss current events directly with Congresswoman Tsongas, except it will take place over the telephone and [...]
Wayland Public Schools are closed.
All Wayland Public School are closed today, January 28, 2009. Related Articles:Wayland Schools Submit Bullying Prevention Plan (Jan 5, 2011) WPSF Grants Infuse Classrooms with $172,000 worth of Technology and Enrichment (Jan 5, 2011) WHS proposes condom availability for students (Jan 4, 2011) Details of new contract for Wayland teachers (Dec 1, 2010) Wayland [...]
Library cancels afternoon and evening programs for January 28
Due the impending storm tomorrow, the library is planning for an early close and is cancelling afternoon and evening programs. They plan to show Kung Fu Panda at the next first showing of the Kid’s Movie Club, Wednesday, February 25th .
Police Department Press Release: Phone Numbers listed incorrectly in telephone book
It has come to the attention of the Wayland Police and Fire Departments that the business lines for both departments are listed erroneously in the most recent edition of the Wayland/Weston telephone book. The numbers in the LocalTel book that was recently delivered to residents are for the police and fire departments in the city [...]
Tuesday, February 10, “Golden Tones through the Years” Art Exhibit Reception, Wayland Senior Center, 11:45am-1pm
The Wayland Cultural Council is pleased to announce a new exhibit, “The Golden Tones through the Years,” featuring photos and memorabilia accumulated during the 21-year history of the popular singing group. The community is invited to view the exhibit in the WCC Gallery in the Wayland Town Building and to attend a reception for the [...]
Gutter de-icer blamed for Wayland fire
Metrowest Daily News 1/26/09: Gutter de-icer blamed for Wayland fire. Related Articles:Wayland Firefighter Injured (Mar 16, 2009)
Wayland firefighters battle early-morning fire
Wayland Town Crier 1/25/09: Wayland firefighters battle early-morning fire. No one was hurt, but the Fuller Road home sustained smoke and water damage.
Cities, towns expect to fire thousands
Boston Globe 1/25/09: Cities, towns expect to fire thousands – . Brace yourself: Cities and towns across the state expect to lay off thousands of employees. The impact will be widespread and highly visible – shorter hours and longer waits at town halls, larger class sizes, more potholes. Related Articles:Bill To Ban Dog Debarking About [...]
Bourassa drives his passion to the Internet
Providence Journal 1/24/09: Bourassa drives his passion to the Internet Created by Wayland resident former auto-parts executive, and racing enthusiast Peter Bourassa, motorsportsmarketingresources.com provides some 850 links to almost every aspect of the hobby.
Saturday, February 21, Beginning Beading Workshop for Adults, Wayland Library, 1-4pm.
Beginning Beading Workshop for Adults: Expert “beader” Norma Radoff will present a workshop for beginners on Saturday, February 21, from 1-4 p.m. in the Raytheon Room. Each participant will leave with one finished piece of jewelry, either a necklace or a bracelet. All materials will be provided, but if you have your own beads, do [...]
Thursday, February 19, Hot Cocoa & Games, Wayland Library, 2-4pm.
Hot Cocoa & Games: On Thursday, February 19, during winter vacation, drop in anytime between 2-4 p.m. for hot cocoa, cookies and a variety of board games for children ages 4 and up. Try old favorites like Scrabble and new games like Apples to Apples. Children 8 and under must be accompanied by an [...]
Tuesday, February 17, Creative Dance Theater for Kids, Wayland Library, 10:30am
Creative Dance Theater for Kids: On Tuesday, February 17, at 10:30 a.m., children will explore dance, drama, and music by participating in a variety of creative activities at the library. Program by Susan Paino, who teaches dance and drama locally. This program is for children ages 2-5 and children must be accompanied by an adult. [...]
Tuesdays, February 3, 10 and 24, Simply Storytime, Wayland Library, 10:30am
Simply Storytime: We’ve scheduled Storytimes for the following Tuesday mornings at 10:30: February 3, 10, and 24. Come hear stories–new ones, old ones and many in-between. There will be time to play with friends too. Registration is not required. Storytime is for children of all ages with a caring adult. For more information, call the [...]
Mondays, February 23-March 30, Frank Smith on “Legends of the Trojan War in Literature and in Art”, Wayland Library, 1pm.
Frank Smith & the Trojan War: Classicist Frank Smith will return to the library with a series of programs entitled “Legends of the Trojan War in Literature and in Art.” The first program will be on Monday, February 23, at 1 pm, and the series will continue on all the Mondays in March.
Patrick to seek $128 million cut in local aid
Metrowest Daily News 1/23/09: Patrick to seek $128 million cut in local aid. Patrick said he would try to offset those reductions by asking the Legislature to approve a 1 percent increase in the state hotel and meals taxes. While the governor said he would not cut state educational assistance to cities and towns for [...]
MetroWest Free Medical Program
The MetroWest Free Medical Program has been offering free care each week at Congregation Beth El in Sudbury since November 2004. Because of the current economic situation, the Medical Program has expanded its all-volunteer medical staff to meet the growing need of MetroWest residents who have lost jobs and health insurance. Every Tuesday, there are [...]
Volunteer to assist with accessible recreation
Come volunteer with Outdoor Access and play in the snow and meet great people! We run accessible recreation events for people with varying abilities to snowshoe, ski, kick-sled and sit-ski with our custom equipment. We serve folks with all different types of physical, mental health and cognitive disabilities. We’ll train you to help with setting [...]
Adva Mobile salutes independent artists with social network app
Mass High Tech 1/23/09: Adva Mobile salutes independent artists with social network app. The days of musicians selling demo tapes out of the trunk of their car are gone, and musicians are moving online to gain exposure and engage fans. MySpace and sites like it have provided an Internet-based venue for artists, but a Wayland [...]
Beach Bums Deal Outfielder Roblin to Manchester
Our Sports Central 1/22/09: Beach Bums Deal Outfielder Roblin to Manchester. Wayland native Brad Roblin was traded to the Worcester (Mass.) Tornadoes of the CanAm League. He hit .232 last season with 30 runs-batted in, 15 doubles, a triple and three home runs, stole eight bases in 2008, and scored 21 runs. The right-hander originally [...]
Wayland author publishes debut novel
Wayland Town Crier 1/22/09: Wayland author publishes debut novel. Juliette Fay’s 400-page debut novel Shelter Me has been chosen by Target as one of its six best books of 2009 and by Good Housekeeping as a pick for February. It is available at amazon.com. Related Articles:DeHoratius publishes Follow Your Fates book series (Apr 10, 2012) [...]
Rep. Tom Conroy, D-Wayland, denies pay raise
Wayland Town Crier 1/22/09: Rep. Tom Conroy, D-Wayland, denies pay raise . The 200 members of the state Legislature are due to receive a 5.5% pay raise for the 2009-10 legislative session, boosting the base salary of each senator and representative by $3,203.02 – from the current $58,236.74 to $61,439.76. Related Articles:Local legislators defend hiking [...]
Friday, January 30, Celebration for Opening of New Field House, Wayland High School, 7pm.
The Celebration of the opening of the new renovated High School Field House will take place on Friday January 30th between games of a varsity basketball double header. The dedication will take place at approximately 7 pm. The first game (boys) of the double header against Bedford starts at 6. Related Articles:WHS says goodbye to [...]
Thursday, January 22, Fall Prevention, Traditions, 10 Green Way, 8am.
Traditions of Wayland Independent & Assisted Living is sponsoring a continuing education program on fall prevention on Thursday, January 22 at 8 AM. The program will take place at Traditions, 10 Green Way, Wayland, MA. Interested individuals should enroll by calling Traditions at 508 358 0700. Social workers, nurses and occupational therapists can earn 1 [...]
The traditions of Chinese New Year
Sudbury Town Crier 1/22/09: The traditions of Chinese New Year. In addition to special menus and red envelopes with $1 in them, Lotus Blossom plans to have two other New Year celebrations. For those who want to celebrate the Chinese New Year, Lotus Blossom is providing the food for a dinner Longfellow Clubs in Wayland, [...]
Thursday, February 12, Fundraiser for Adrian Gomes’ Family, 8 Barney Hill Rd., 7-9pm
On Thursday, February 12th from 7-9 PM, Jane Vanelli will be hosting a fundraiser for Adrian Gomes in her home at 8 Barney Hill Rd., Wayland. Adrian has coached many hundreds of Wayland children over the past 20 years through Park and Rec and is a Wayland institution. Adrian’s 16 year old daughter Alex recently [...]
Wednesday, January 21, Piano and Flute Concert, Traditions, 2pm.
Traditions of Wayland Independent & Assisted Living invites the community to the following events. All events are held at Traditions, 10 Green Way, Wayland. Please call 508 358 0700 to register: Jan 20 at 2 PM Stan Match on Piano, Jan 21 at 2 PM Piano and Flute Concert.
Supporting conservation efforts in China
Wayland Town Crier 1/20/09: Supporting conservation efforts in China. Claypit Hill School art teacher Dale Bentley’s students, with the help of retired Wayland Public Schools teacher Frances Srulowitz, are creating drawings that will be for sale to help the endangered Snub-Nose Monkey conservation project in China. Related Articles:Expanded state program gives solar opportunity to four [...]
Winter Clothing Drive for Afghanistan
WINTER CLOTHING DRIVE FOR AFGHANISTAN. This is an opportunity to extend the National Day of Service for those who almost missed it, or who want to do more! Click http://www.usaservice.org/page/event/detail/4vfyg#rsvp to view the invitation and submit your response: Or to find out more about this event or call Karen Krowne at 508 942-6685. A group of [...]
Tuesday, January 20, Stan Match on Piano, Traditions, 10 Green Way, 2pm.
Traditions of Wayland Independent & Assisted Living invites the community to the following events. All events are held at Traditions, 10 Green Way, Wayland. Please call 508 358 0700 to register: Jan 20 at 2 PM Stan Match on Piano, Jan 21 at 2 PM Piano and Flute Concert
Thursday, January 29, What Makes Your Toddler Tick, Wayland Library, 7-8:30pm
The Wayland Children & Parents Association presents a parent enrichment event: What Makes Your Toddler Tick? Please join us to explore how your child reacts to the world through their senses. This workshop will give you an understanding of Sensory Integration and prepare you to work with your child on these issues. This event is open [...]
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