Register for Recreation summer programs and Wayland Town Beach

Register online now for summer programs and Wayland Town Beach! Adult Programs Include:  Yoga on The Beach, Golf Lessons, Zumba, Yoga for Your Back, Drawing, Painting & Watercolor, Bonnie’s Boot Camp (2 summer sessions 8:30am or 9:30am and Monday Drop-In)   Pre-School Programs Include: Pre-K T-Ball, Pre-K Minisports, Kiddiecat Jam, Tennis, Pre-Ballet, Hippity Hop Dance, and [...]

Solar 101 Presentation, May 31 at Lincoln-Sudbury High School

Wayland, Sudbury and Lincoln together recently submitted an application to the Solarize Massachusetts initiative and were selected as participants by the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center!  This exciting initiative means Wayland residents and small business owners who would like to consider installing solar PV (electric generating) panels will be able to do so at very competitive prices.  It [...]

State Representative Conroy Announces Upcoming District Office Hours and Ask the Rep Show on Local Cable

  State Representative Conroy Announces Upcoming District Office Hours.  Representative Tom Conroy is pleased to announce his local office hours in Lincoln, Sudbury, and Wayland for the month of June, 2012.  Constituents are encouraged to come meet the Representative, share their views on relevant topics, and bring important issues to the Representative’s attention.  No appointments [...]

News and Updates from the Library, May 18, 2012

Library Closed Monday, May 21.  The library will be closed during the day from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Monday, May 21, to allow the full library staff to participate in the process of creating a long-range plan for the next five years.  The library will re-open that evening at 6:00 p.m.  SUMMER READING [...]

The Economics of Happiness, Wednesday, May 23

The Economics of Happiness – Movie and Discussion.  What is globalization? Is it good for the planet? For us? Is it contributing to our happiness? Join Transition Wayland in viewing the movie The Economics of Happiness, Wednesday, May 23 at 7pm at the Wayland Library, followed by a conversation about what changes can help us [...]

19th Annual David Snyder Memorial Concert at Temple Shir Tikva, featuring Joshua Nelson, Sunday, June 3

Temple Shir Tikva presents the 19th Annual David Snyder Memorial Concert, featuring the incomparable Joshua Nelson, the Prince of Kosher Gospel, Sunday, June 3 at 7pm at Temple Shir Tikva, 141 Boston Post Rd., Wayland.  Refreshments will follow.  Click here for information on purchasing tickets tickets.

WHS Spring Pops Choral Concert, Monday, May 21

You are cordially invited to join us for a WHS Spring Pops Choral Concert on Monday, May 21 at 7:30pm in the beautiful new Mainstage Theater. Donations will be accepted for the Lauren Dunne Astley Foundation and Jim Griffin Family Support Trust. We look forward to seeing you there.

Selectmen invite citizens to submit information to State Auditor regarding Town Meeting approved audit

At last night’s meeting, the Board of Selectmen discussed the transmittal letter to the State Auditor advising of the vote of Town Meeting to request an audit of school fee-based programs under Article 28.  Selectmen agreed to invite petitioners and other interested citizens to submit any information they deem useful to help the State Auditor [...]

Wayland Habitat Project suggests Father’s Day Brick Gift

  It wasn’t too difficult to figure out what to give Mom for Mother’s Day—a beautiful bouquet, a pretty scarf, a trip to the MFA. But, then comes Father’s Day. What do you do for Dad? A new tool, another shirt that he doesn’t wear, or a book he doesn’t read? The Wayland Habitat Project [...]

Professor Vladimir Bulović – Co-Chair of the MIT Energy Studies Program and Co-Director of the eni-MIT Solar Frontiers Center to Speak in Wayland: “Solar Energy – Fact, Fiction and Discovery”

Join us for a discussion with Professor Vladimir Bulović, co-chair of the MIT Energy Studies Program and the co-director of the eni-MIT Solar Frontiers Center, as he address the Walden Forum at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, May 21. The Walden Forum is held at the First Parish Meeting House, at the intersection of Routes 20 [...]

News and Events from the Wayland Library, May 11, 2012

  Library Closed Monday, May 21.  The library will be closed during the day from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Monday, May 21, to allow the full library staff to participate in the process of creating a long-range plan for the next five years.  The library will re-open that evening at 6:00 p.m.  SUMMER [...]

Preview of Board of Selectmen Meeting on Monday, May 14

The Board of Selectmen will meet on Monday, May 14, 2012 in Town Building. After reviewing the agenda for the public, the Board will interview two citizens for appointment to the temporary Town Center Green Design Advisory Committee. Three additional slots will likely be filled by representatives suggested by the Planning Board, Economic Development Committee [...]

Adrian Gomes 2012 Recipient of Maxine Gordon Award

Wayland Baseball & Softball Proudly announces Adrian Gomes of Framingham as 2012 Recipient of Maxine Gordon Award Enjoying the ride on Saturday, May 5. Well deserved & extremely honored ! In grateful appreciation for over 20 years of service to the community, Adrian has coached and mentored hundreds of Wayland children over the past 20 [...]

Kids’ Stuff Tag Sale

Kids' Stuff Tag Sale Gently-used clothing, toys and equipment for ages 0-10. Open to the Public! Saturday June 9th, 2012, 9am-12pm at Curtis Middle School Cafeteria, 22 Pratss Mill Rd., Sudbury Now Registering Sellers Sellers: $25, Sellers set their own prices, bring their own tables or blankets, and keep their own profits. Buyers: $1 admission [...]

D.A. Leone and Wayland Police Address the Dangers of Unused Prescription Drugs

New Drug Collection Units Offer Safe Disposal Wayland residents will now have a free, safe method to dispose of unused or expired prescription medication thanks to a new drug collection program announced today by Middlesex District Attorney Gerry Leone and Police Chief Robert Irving. MedReturn Drug Collection Units will be delivered by Friday to 29 [...]

MIT Researchers Talk Aging and A.G.N.E.S. in Wayland

Wayland Patch 5/10/12: MIT Researchers Talk Aging and A.G.N.E.S. in Wayland. The Age Lab at the Massachusetts Insititute of Technology has made quite the discovery: Young adults complain more than senior adults. That may not sound like much, but it is a key reason for the success of A.G.N.E.S., the Age Lab's unique suit designed to allow the wearer to experience common physical ailments and limitations experienced by older adults.

Wayland High School Summer Community Service Program

  Have fun this summer doing community service with your peers.  For students entering grades 9 through graduating seniors. The High School Summer Community Service Program, which will be led by WHS nurse Amy Schoeff, kicks off on Thursday, June 21and winds up on August 9.  All students from entering freshmen to graduating seniors are [...]

Wayland Youth Lacrosse would like to invite you to a special screening of “Crooked Arrows”, Friday-Sunday, May 18-20

Wayland Youth Lacrosse would like to invite you to a special screening of “CROOKED ARROWS”. Crooked Arrows is an original, uplifting sports movie in the tradition of such classics as Mighty Ducks, Rudy, and Hoosiers – set in the fresh, contemporary worlds of Native American reservations, prep schools, and lacrosse.   Wayland and Sudbury are partnering [...]

Support the Wayland Public Schools Foundation by shopping at Mahoney’s Garden Center on Wednesday, May 16

  The Wayland Public Schools Foundation (WSPF) was selected by Mahoney’s Garden Center in Wayland to be the recipient of its 10% Charitable Day on Wednesday, May 16.   Mahoney’s will generously donate10% of the total sales from all purchases made in the Wayland store throughout the day on Wednesday, May 16 to the WSPF. Please [...]

Kids’ Night Out to benefit Christopher’s Haven

Kids’ Night Out to benefit Christopher’s Haven. The Longfellow Children’s Center and Zip Zone will hold a special Kids’ Night Out to benefit Christopher’s Haven (“a home for kids when cancer hits home”) on Friday, May 11 from 6-9pm. Children ages preschool and up will enjoy an evening of crafts, games, Zip tennis, pizza and [...]

Event honoring Wayland High grad comes home

Wayland Town Crier 5/8/12: Event honoring Wayland High grad comes home. It seems only fitting that a collection of sporting events inspired by Katie Lynch and held in her honor in Newton for the past three years be hosted by her hometown and held at the high school she attended. In a highly anticipated and applauded move, Katie’s Races, previously called The Heartbreak Hill Half Marathon and Purple Shoes Challenge, will come home to Wayland this fall.

Coaches vs. Cancer Baseball Game

Come cheer on the Wayland varsity baseball team as they take on rival Weston High, and help fight cancer at the same time! Coaches vs. Cancer Game – Monday, May 14th, 7PM at Weston High School under the lights. $5.00 per person entry fee with a donation table accepting cash or checks. 50/50 raffle. 100% [...]

Board of Health Registers Residents for Hazardous Waste Day

The Wayland Board of Health is pre-registering Wayland residents for its next Household Hazardous Waste collection day to be held on Saturday, May 12, 2012. The collection location will be at 195 Main Street on Route 27 at the parking lot of the Highway garage at the Wayland Middle School. Residents interested in disposing of [...]

Town Crier editor to speak at Historical Society meeting

Wayland Town Crier 5/6/12: Town Crier editor to speak at Historical Society meeting. Town Crier editor Michael Wyner will be the guest speaker at the Wayland Historical Society’s annual meeting on Wednesday, May 9 at 7:30 p.m. at the Grout-Heard House Museum. His presentation will follow the Historical Society’s annual reports and election of officers. [...]

Annual Fair and Silent Auction at Church of the Holy Spirit, Saturday, May 12

Saturday, May 12, Annual Fair and Silent Auction, Church of the Holy Spirit, 10am-3pm. Come to the Church of the Holy Spirit's Annual Fair and Silent Auction on Saturday, May 12, 10am-3pm. Grab a bite to eat while browsing the White Elephant, Jewelry, and Book areas. Find fantastic bargains at the Silent Auction! The Church [...]

Rail Trail t-shirts on sale at Wayland Depot

New "Mass Central Rail Trail – Wayland" teeshirts are now on sale at the Wayland Depot. For $20 you can show your enthusiasm for the multi-use trail now being planned along the former right-of-way. Your entire contribution goes towards the ongoing volunteer work to improve the trail. Get yours now!

Summer rate discount at Wayland Community Pool ends May 16

Now is your last chance to join the WCP this summer at our reduced summer rates! Both Summer and Yearly pool pass rates go up by $100 on May 16th and you don't want to miss out. If you buy before May 16th, you receive unlimited swimming at a reduced rate, $5 off beach passes to the Wayland Town Beach and 5 free guest passes to the WCP! Join us! You will not regret this decision. Visit wcpswim.org for registration and information about our programs and classes.

Next Planning Meeting for 375th Anniversary Committee

The next meeting of the 375th Anniversary Planning Committee will be Wednesday, May 23rd at 7 pm in the Town Building. The focus of this meeting will be outdoor and environmental activities and events. We invite all sports and recreational groups, conservation, and ‘green’ organizations to attend the meeting to brainstorm and plan events for [...]

News and Events from the Wayland Library

LIBRARY CLOSED MONDAY, MAY 21 The library will be closed during the day from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Monday, May 21, to allow the full library staff to participate in the process of creating a long-range plan for the next five years. The library will re-open that evening at 6:00 p.m. WAYLAND READS [...]

Host Families Needed

Wayland Parents: International Cultural Exchange Services (ICES) is looking for a few loving host families for students that will be attending Wayland High School in September for the academic year. The students will arrive in August 2012. If you are interested in hosting, please contact Shereen Russell-Ahmed at 617-515-3800. By May 19th Related Articles:Paul Stein: [...]

Opportunities to Serve on Town Boards and Committees

Wayland MA 5/3/12: Opportunities to Serve on Town Boards and Committees. Citizens interested in serving on a town board or committee should visit the list of vacancies posted here. The list will be expanded later this month to include vacancies that are created by the expiration of terms for a number of positions on June [...]

News and Updates from the Council on Aging, May 3, 2012

HEALTHY BACK, Starts Monday, May 7, 1-2pm, Hearing Room 3-Week series: 5/7, 5/14, 5/21, $19 (Pre-Register by 4/25) Instructor: Ellen Cohen-Kaplan, Occupational Therapist and Certified Personal Trainer.  Learn practical, hands-on ways to prevent pain and build strength in your back. Learn proper body mechanics to strengthen your back and maintain function for everyday activities. Key concepts [...]

Wayland Business Association fundraiser on May 22nd

The Wayland Business Association (WBA) Annual FUNdraiser is scheduled for *Tuesday, May 22, 2012* and will be held at Viva Mexican Grill and Tequileria.  The evening promises to be a great time for all and will include food, entertainment and raffles. The WBA is more than just a business group. It is a part of the [...]

Flatbread Pizza donates to Guardian Angels Cat Rescue with your pizza purchases on Tuesday, May 8

Guardian Angels Cat Rescue will receive a donation of $3.50 from every large, and $1.75 from every small flatbread sold during this special evening.  Dine-in or take-out!  Here are the event details: Place: Flatbread Pizza Company Date:  May 8, 2012 (that's NEXT Tuesday) Time: 5-9pm Location:  213 Burlington Road Bedford, MA (Corner of Network Drive, 2 miles [...]

Spring Fling Dance Party, May 19th 3:30-5:30pm

Come out and have some family fun! The Wayland Children and Parents’ Association invites all ages for an afternoon of dancing, refreshments, and prizes at the Claypit Hill Elementary Gymnasium on Saturday, May 19th from 3:30-5:30pm. Entertainment will be provided by House of Dance. Admission is $10 per WCPA members and $12 per non-member family. [...]

5th Annual Boy Scout Troop 1 Cochituate Memorial Day Pancake Breakfast, Monday, May 28

The 5th Annual Boy Scout Troop 1 Cochituate  Memorial Day Pancake Breakfast will be held on Monday, May 28, 7:30-10am at St Zepherins Parish Hall.  The cost is $5 per person or $20 for a family.  The menu is pancakes, sausage, juice and coffee.  This event is put on by the Boy Scouts and enjoyed by [...]

Shop For Mother’s Day at the Depot

  There are wonderful gifts for mom at the Wayland Depot!  Consider the beautiful hand painted silk scarves by Terry Kessel Myers of Stow, featured in this photo. We also have greeting cards, pocketbooks, jewelry, placemats, pottery, and much more, all at reasonable prices. Select the perfect gift for Mother's Day at Wayland's only gift [...]

League of Women Voters hosts discussion of Concentration Camp History

The League of Women Voters of Wayland is inviting the public to its annual meeting on Tuesday, May 8, at 7:30 PM in the lecture room (small amphitheater) in the high school (second floor, next to the library).  The speaker will be Wayland High School social studies teacher Kevin Delaney, who will share his exciting [...]

Volunteer Brush Clearing at Wayland Depot

  The Wayland Historical Commission is sponsoring its 11th annual volunteer Spring brush clearing weekend at the Wayland Depot (1 Cochituate Rd.) on Saturday, May 5 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday May 6 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Volunteers are encouraged to come either day to help remove brush, vines and [...]

Patriots/Boosters Basketball Game, Wednesday, May 2

The Annual Patriots/Booster Basketball Game will be Wednesday, May 2nd at 7:00 in the Field House. Fresh off their spectacular Super Bowl Season members of the New England Patriots will once again come to Wayland to match up against members of the community and several of this year's senior basketball players. The Patriots players will [...]

Window Dance Performance, May 10-12

Don’t pass up the only performance this year of Wayland High School's own WINDOW Dance Troupe.  Featuring original pieces written and performed by the 15-member troupe, it's a chance to see the extremely talented WHS student choreographers and dancers in action in the Main Stage Theater. Members of the group will choreograph and perform this year’s show, “A Beautiful [...]

News and Events from the Wayland Library, April 27, 2012

  Shower for Shelters The Sudbury, Wayland, and Lincoln Domestic Violence Roundtable is sponsoring their yearly “Shower for Shelters” from Monday, April 23, through Monday, May 7.  Families transitioning from a shelter appreciate your gift of new household items to help them establish their new homes.  Unwrapped gifts (new items only, please) may be delivered [...]

Bottle and Can Collection Day at Wayland High School, Saturday, May 5

 Wayland High School’s Creative Arts Parents Association’s Bottle and Can Drive is in its final days!  Held every year in May, the drive offers an opportunity to go green – and to help Wayland’s only parents organization designed exclusively to support the arts at the high school.  So, if you’ve been collecting your bottles and [...]

Wayland Community Pool registration opportunities

You don't want to miss registering for our fun and challenging summer programs for kids at wcpswim.org!  Register for the Summer Jr. Warriors Swim Team starting Monday, May 9th!  Jr. Warrior practices will begin June 21st and will run Mon-Thurs, 5-7pm.  Register for Summer Swim Lessons in all levels starting the first week in June! [...]

Water Rate Hearing on Monday, April 30

The Board of Public Works will hold a public hearing on Monday, April 30 at 8 p.m. to set new water rates. Members of the board are interested in receiving public comment regarding water rates.  The hearing will be held at the Wayland Town Building. All interested citizens are encouraged to attend.  For more information [...]

Raccoon in North Wayland tested positive for rabies

Press release from the Wayland Health Director, April 25, 2012: We received confirmation today that a raccoon obtained from North Wayland off of Concord Road and Lincoln Road tested positive for rabies.  When an animal tests positive for rabies it is likely that there are other animals in the area that are carrying the disease.  [...]

A chance to try yoga: four classes for adults at Claypit Hill School

  A series of four Yoga for Adults classes is starting next Monday, April 30, 2012, at Claypit Hill School from 4-5pm. Dates for the four classes are:  April 30, May 14 and 21, and June 11. Community members are invited to participate. Nancy Wind, a Wayland resident, is the instructor. She has been teaching yoga [...]

Social Host Laws Presentation, Tuesday, May 15

All adults and high school students are invited to attend an evening with Attorney John Scheft to learn about social host laws. Those who attended WaylandCares' panel presentation in March, 2011 will remember Atty. Scheft for his entertaining and engaging presentation on marijuana laws. This is your opportunity to learn about social host laws and [...]

Open Mic Encore Night May 12th Recognizes the Power of Music

"You never know what you'll hear at Open Mic" is an apt description of Wayland's Open Mic at the Dudley Chateau.  Musicians from the age of 10 to 75 have performed Jazz, rap, classic rock, spanish guitar, Irish folk songs, acapella, and country music, all to appreciative audiences. To celebrate the first year of Open [...]

WSCP Programs Available for Viewing on WayCAM’s Video on Demand

  To view WSCP programs, click here, then go to "All Folders" at top of page and scroll down to "Pegasus Programs" or "WS BASE Programs." NOW SHOWING…. Annual Variety Show and PSAs – The BASE program's annual Family Night and Variety Show had record attendance in late March when more than 360 people came [...]

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