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Grant for Natick weed harvester denied

Metrowest Daily News 1/31/09: Grant for Natick weed harvester denied.

Preview of the Monday, February 2 meeting agenda for the Board of Selectmen

Here is a preview of the Monday, February 2, 2009 meeting agenda for the Board of Selectmen from Town Administrator, Fred Turkington. 
Immediately after convening the meeting, the Board will recess to attend the Finance Committee’s presentation of the draft FY10 operating and capital budget.  If the proposal includes a debt exclusion ballot question, the Finance Committee [...]

Sunday, February 1, Civil War Letters, Sudbury Town Hall, 2pm.

[ February 1, 2009; 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. ] What was life really like in and around Sudbury before and during the Civil War?  The Sudbury Historical Society will present a special program featuring the extensive collection of the letters of George Moore and his family during the Civil War.  The public is invited to come and step back in time and learn an [...]

Sunday, February 1, Local Author—Juliette Fay, Wayland Library, 3pm.

[ February 1, 2009; 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm. ] Come to the library to hear local author Juliette Fay. Shelter Me, Juliette’s first novel, was just released by major publishing house, Harper Collins—a huge coup for a new writer. Readers of the book may notice that its setting shares some similarities with Wayland. We will have books for sale and Juliette will be available [...]

Wayland Creative Preschool Announces Expanded Program Hours for Fall 2009

Wayland Creative Preschool is currently accepting applications for the 2009-2010 school year and is offering full day classes (8:30am–3pm) in addition to our traditional morning preschool classes (9am–12pm).
Wayland Creative Preschool offers a unique age appropriate curriculum with an emphasis on art, music and creative expression while also providing children with ample opportunities for science, nature, [...]

Purdue Foundation Development Council Members Selected

Inside Indiana Business 2/2/09: Purdue Foundation Development Council Members Selected. Purdue University President France Córdova has named 35 members of the business and civic worlds who will serve on the newly activated Purdue Foundation Development Council. The organization will meet twice a year to talk with top faculty and administrators about ideas and [...]

The Finance Committee will present its preliminary budget recommendations for FY10 at a hearing on Monday, February 2

The Finance Committee will present its preliminary budget recommendations for FY10 at a hearing on Monday, February 2 at 7pm at the Wayland Town Building. The Finance Committee will discuss the operating and capital budgets, budget drivers and the impact of recent announcements of reductions in State aid. Members of the public and [...]

Saturday, February 28, Annual Elementary Schools PTO Auction, Temple Shir Tikva, 7pm.

There will be light hors d’oeuvres, drinks, entertainment, music and most of all lots of great items to bid on!! Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door. In addition there will be a raffle ($5.00 per ticket) for a 42" plasma TV. Help us to raise money for our [...]

Wayland School Community Programs’ Pegasus summer program is enrolling now.

Pegasus is a Wayland Public Schools summer enrichment program for children ages 3 through entering Grade Six. It will be held at the Wayland Middle School this year. Session 1: June 29-July 17; Session 2: July 20-August 7. Check the Pegasus page on the Wayland Schools website or call 508-655-8146 [...]

Mondays, February 2 through March 2 (excluding Feb 16), Famous Trials, 7:30pm

[ February 2, 2009; 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm. ]  Presenter:  Prof. Gary Hylander.   Monday evenings, Feb. 2, 9, 23, Mar. 2, 7:30pm, No Charge.   February 2 and 9 will be at the Senior Center, the other dates will be at the Library.  Dr. Hylander is a dynamic speaker. Don’t miss this fascinating series co-sponsored by the Wayland Council On Aging and the Wayland Public [...]

Gardel sisters soaking up honors

Boston Globe 2/1/09: Gardel sisters soaking up honors. Twin sisters Lindsay and Melissa Gardel, who recorded a 1-2 finish at the 2006 Division 2 state diving championships while at Wayland High School, are starring as juniors at, respectively, Tufts University and the University of Pennsylvania.

Tuesdays, February 3, 10 and 24, Simply Storytime, Wayland Library, 10:30am

[ February 3, 2009; 10:30 am to 11:30 am. February 10, 2009; 10:30 am to 11:30 am. February 24, 2009; 10:30 am to 11:30 am. ]  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 [...]

New Library Trustee appointed

On Monday, February 2, at a joint meeting of the Library Trustees and the Board of Selectmen, Thaddeus Thompson was appointed to serve out the remainder of the Trustee term of the late Perry Hagenstein. Mr. Thompson has a Master’s degree from the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy. He and his wife, [...]

Building at center of town purchased

Wayland Town Crier 2/5/09: Building at town center purchased. Michael L. Price of Wayland, principal of Legacy Real Estate Ventures, recently purchased the property located at 260 Boston Post Road (Route 20) in Wayland for $1 million.

WaylandeNews adds Classifieds

WaylandeNews has added a new Classifieds system.  Check out the new Classifieds page to post an ad, or review ads that have been posted (well, none to date, but we hope soon)
We welcome your feedback, and suggestions for ad categories.

Summary of the Monday, February 2 meeting of the Board of Selectmen

The Board met in joint session with the Library Board of Trustees to interview Thaddeus Thompson to fill the vacancy on the board created by the death of Perry Hagenstein on December 26, 2008. Mr. Thompson has extensive experience in fund-raising, institutional non-profit management, and perspective as a patron of the library along with [...]

Gary Hylander’s Famous Trials series rescheduled, with new dates now available.

Presenter: Prof. Gary Hylander. Monday Feb. 2, Thursday, Feb 19, and Wednesday Feb 25 at 7:30pm, Friday March 6 (4-6pm), No Charge.
February 2 and 19 will be at the Senior Center at 7:30pm, the other dates will be at the Library. Dr. Hylander is a dynamic speaker. Don’t miss this fascinating series co-sponsored by [...]

Spotlight on the Golden Tones

Wayland Town Crier 2/5/09: Spotlight on the Golden Tones. The community’s (indeed the area’s) beloved senior choral group, the Golden Tones, is the focus of this month’s ArtSpace Exhibit at the Town Building sponsored by the Wayland Cultural Council.

Valentines for our soldiers

Wayland Town Crier 2/5/09: Valentines for our soldiers. Spread the Bread’s “Feed a Heart, Honor a Soldier” Valentine’s Day campaign involved sending care packages to the troops.

Changes brewing in Cochituate Village

Wayland Town Crier 2/5/09: Changes brewing in Cochituate Village. The appearance of Cochituate Village continues to evolve with the pending approval of a new branch of TD Bank, slated to replace the auto dealer Cochituate Motors at the intersection of routes 27 and 30.

Amen!: Trinitarian Church reopens for worship

Wayland Town Crier 2/5/09: Amen!: Trinitarian Church reopens for worship. After 79 Sundays of meeting in the Wayland Middle School auditorium, the Trinitarian Congregational Church (TCC) on Cochituate Road just south of the town center has finally moved into its new $8.7 million environmentally friendly digs.

Police sergeant back on the beat earlier than expected

Wayland Town Crier 2/5/09: Police sergeant back on the beat earlier than expected. Sgt. Richard Manley, a 30-year-veteran of the Wayland Police Department, is back at work earlier than anticipated after suffering serious injuries in a traffic accident last October while riding his bicycle near his home in Stow.

Youth Conservation Steward Program

Sudbury Valley Trustees is recruiting adults in Wayland to serve as liaisons in their Youth Conservation Steward Program. Liaisons provide guidance and oversight to youths ages 11 to 17 working on conservation projects with SVT. Youth from all affiliations or associations are invited to participate. It is a wonderful opportunity for churches, schools, Scouts or [...]

Domestic Violence Roundtable launches new Web site

The Sudbury-Wayland-Lincoln Domestic Violence Roundtable has created a Web site to raise awareness and provide useful information about abusive behaviors at www.domesticviolenceroundtable.org
"We wanted to accomplish two goals with the Web site," said Suzanne Sege of Sudbury, co-president of the Roundtable. "The first is to provide carefully vetted information about the several types of abusive behavior. [...]

Republicans celebrate Lincoln’s birthday

The Sudbury Republican Town Committee is sponsoring a dinner to celebrate Abraham Lincoln’s 200th birthday at the Wayside Inn’s upstairs ballroom on Wednesday, Feb. 11 starting at 6:30pm (dinner at 7:15pm).
As Lincoln was the first U.S. president of the modern Republican Party, his 200th birthday dinner will kick off the next election cycle [...]

Winter activities for people with disabilities

The Department of Conservation and Recreation’s (DCR) Universal Access Program will offer ice skating, cross-country skiing, kicksledding and snowshoeing for individuals with disabilities at the Leo J. Martin Memorial Golf Course in Weston from noon to 4  p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 8, 15 and 22 and March 1.
In the event of no snow or ice, [...]

High School Building Committee Update

The Wayland High School Building Committee (HSBC) introduced its new project manager, KV Associates, at its Jan. 29 meeting.  Attending the meeting were Frank Vanzler, project principal, and David Saindon, project director.
KVA met with the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) earlier in the month along with Superintendent Gary Burton, Business Administrator Joy Buhler, and HSBC [...]

Assessment Forums

The public forum schedule by RRG Regional Resource Group on the Wayland Assessment Practices Study is:

Monday, Feb. 9 – Results of the Data Quality Study
Monday. Feb. 23 – Compliance and Competencies
Monday March 9 – Best Practices and Recommendations
These meetings will start at 6 pm and will be held in the Large Hearing Room at the [...]

Conversion to Digital TV now scheduled for June 12

If you have an older television with a traditional antenna and have not yet purchased your conversion box, you now have until June 12. Federal Law requires that all full-power television stations stop broadcasting in analog format and broadcast only in digital format. The “boxes” (coupons available to help offset the cost) convert the [...]

SMS PGs take first place at home mountain race – The Manchester Journal

Manchester Journal 2/5/09: SMS PGs take first place at home mountain race. Blake Pendleton of Wayland finished 11th overall, and second best for his birth year.

Build a Scooter!

A three-day "Build a Scooter" program is being offered during February vacation week for elementary (Grades 1 – 5) children. The program will be held at Loker School from 9 am to 1 pm February 17, 18, and 19. Each child will build a riding scooter to take home. They will be able to [...]

Preview of the Monday, February 9, 2009 meeting agenda for the Board of Selectmen

Here is a preview of the Monday, February 9, 2009 meeting agenda for the Board of Selectmen. 
Immediately after convening the meeting, the Board will open the Petitioner’s Workshop for Annual Town Meeting.  All lead petitioners have been invited to pose procedural questions, inquire about access to town counsel regarding motions, and connect with selectmen and [...]

Both Wayland boys and girls swimmers win Dual County League title

Wayland Town Crier 2/7/09: Schools: Wayland boys swim to DCL crown . and
Milford Daily News 2/7/09:  DCL Swimming: Wayland girls complete sweep. 

Sunday, February 8, 7th Annual Summer Camp Fair, Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School, 11am-2pm.

[ February 8, 2009; 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. ] 7th Annual Summer Camp Fair, Lincoln Sudbury Regional High School, 390 Lincoln Road, Sudbury, MA, Sunday February 8, 11am-2pm.  80+ camps offering information on day, overnight and travel programs for students in grades K-12. [...]

Earning top dollar

Boston Globe 2/11/09: Earning top dollar. Community wealth, high value on education drive up pay for area’s school chiefs. The Boston Globe looked at salaries for 162 superintendents across Eastern Massachusetts, and produced this table of Superintendent compensation. Newton’s Jeffrey M. Young leads the pack of local superintendents, with total compensation of $229,460. [...]

Sunday, February 8, TeenLife Boston Community Service Fair, The Mall at Chestnut Hill, 1-4pm.

[ February 8, 2009; 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. ] Are you looking for ways to engage in community service? Wondering what to do this summer? Get started by attending the second annual TeenLife Boston Community Service Fair. Over fifty non-profits and sponsors will be present to speak with middle and high school students, parents and teachers about individual volunteer opportunities, group volunteer opportunities, special [...]

Wayland to Waveland Announces Two “Waves of Relief”

Wayland to Waveland High School Student Trip, March 1-4
Wayland to Waveland invites WHS juniors and seniors to join us on a 4-day trip to our sister city, Waveland, Mississippi, to participate in the Great American Cleanup Day on March 3. The national organization Keep America Beautiful has selected Waveland as one [...]

Backyard rinks dot the region for hockey enthusiasts – Wayland, MA – Wicked Local Wayland

Wayland Town Crier 2/8/09: Backyard rinks dot the region for hockey enthusiasts.

Canine rescue and adoption center finds a home

Metrowest Daily News 2/9/09: Canine rescue and adoption center finds a home. After running Save a Dog out of her Wayland home for nearly ten years, Shirley Moore’s dog rescue organization has opened a new shelter at 604 Boston Post Road in Sudbury.

Philanthropic Sponsor: KGI Properties suggests possible franchise opportunities for Wayland Town Center

This week’s Philanthropic Sponsor is KGI Properties, which has made a charitable contribution to Wayland METCO. WaylandeNews will publish a business notice in exchange for the business making a charitable contribution to a local nonprofit. We thank them for supporting our community!
Here’s their business posting:
The Town Center developer wants residents to be aware to [...]

Calling all middle school age musicians!

Calling all middle school age musicians! Are you looking to be a part of a music group outside of school? Want to form a rock or jazz band, or a guitar duo but don’t know anyone else who does? Need another guitar player or drummer to complete your current band but can’t find one? Mark [...]

Tuesday, February 10, “Golden Tones through the Years” Art Exhibit Reception, Wayland Senior Center, 11:45am-1pm

[ February 10, 2009; 11:45 am to 1:00 pm. ] 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 [...]

Special Town Meeting Warrant Opened

The Board of Selectmen voted on Monday, February 9, 2009, to open a Warrant for a Special Town Meeting to be held on Wednesday, April 15, 2009, at 7:30pm in the Wayland High School Field House. The warrant for said Special Town Meeting will be open from Tuesday, February 10, 2009, at 8:30am, through Wednesday, [...]

Warriors Honor Hockey Seniors

Warriors Honor Hockey Seniors
(l-r) Takoda Register, Mike Backman, Sean Haffey, Vincenzo Vitiello, Joe Fargnoli and Joe O’Brien will be honored Wednesday night during a pre-game ceremony when the Warriors face the Newton South Lions at New England Sports Center at 8:10pm.
 

Read Moody’s most recent report on Wayland

Wayland Town Crier 2/10/09: Read Moody’s most recent report on Wayland . The report is available online here.

Tuesday, February 10, Independent Living Options Taskforce, Wayland Town Building, Large Hearing Room, 2pm and 7pm.

[ February 10, 2009; 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ] The Independent Living Options Taskforce (ILOT), the group of Wayland/Lincoln citizens working to develop an organization similar to the Beacon Hill Village concept, is holding its next meeting on Tuesday, February 10, 2009.  ILOT’s purpose is to add an independent living-at-home option in the future for Wayland & Lincoln residents.   Based on requests, there will [...]

Douglas Leard stepping down from Board of Selectmen

Wayland Town Crier 2/11/09: Douglas Leard stepping down from Board of Selectmen. After two terms as a Selectman, Doug Leard will not be seeking re-election this spring, opting to focus on work and caring for his father.

New tutors needed to teach English for Speakers of Other Languages

Wayland Town Crier 2/11/09: New tutors needed to teach English for Speakers of Other Languages. The next five-session training course for tutors begins February 26. For more information or to enroll in the tutor training course, email Ginny Steel or call her 508-358-7517.

Wayland High School students earn honors in InvestWrite competition

Wayland Town Crier 2/11/09: Wayland High School students earn honors in InvestWrite competition.
Wayland High School student Alexander Fitzgerald recently placed first in Massachusetts and third in the country in the InvestWrite competition, an innovative national writing competition run in coordination with the Stock Market Game, and sponsored by the Securities Industry and [...]

Massachusetts Music Educators Association Eastern District Junior Festival

Wayland Town Crier 2/11/09: Massachusetts Music Educators Association Eastern District Junior Festival . Twenty-four student musicians from Wayland have been selected to participate in the 2009 Massachusetts Music Educators Association Eastern District Junior Festival. Overall, 1,063 students from 30 Eastern Massachusetts communities attended auditions on Jan. 31 at Concord-Carlisle High School. From these [...]