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Eager young fishers cast their lines in Wayland

Kim Reichelt — Sun, 20 May 2012 12:21:36 +0000

Wayland Town Crier 5/18/12: Eager young fishers cast their lines in Wayland. The fish were flying at the Wayland Youth Fishing Derby on May 12 at Mill Pond in Wayland. For the past 13 years, the event has been organized and sponsored thanks to the efforts of Carpentry by Tom Antonellis. The derby supports a different charity or nonprofit in the community each year, hoping to encourage the community to give back.

WHS Spring Pops Choral Concert, Monday, May 21

Kim Reichelt — Wed, 16 May 2012 16:47:18 +0000

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.

Wayland Habitat Project suggests Father’s Day Brick Gift

Kim Reichelt — Mon, 14 May 2012 18:13:54 +0000

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 can solve your problem! Buy your father (and father-in-law) foundation blocks for the two duplexes that will be built on Stonebridge Road. It is big and showy but the certificate he will receive doesn’t take up a lot of space. It appeals to his engineering/handyman instincts (the blocks fit together like Legos and you can build the whole foundation with them). He will know that he brought you up well because you spent your money wisely (a two-for-one—a gift for him and support for a worthwhile project). And it is easy for you to do. We can even provide you with a card for Dad.

To buy the blocks online, simply go to http://www.habitatmwgw.org/ and click on the DONATE button at the top of the home page. Then click on the DONATE NOW button, fill out the form, and direct your donation to the Wayland Build—buy one or two blocks.

Or you can buy a block at Russell’s and pay by credit card or cash or send a check to Mary Antes, 11 Old Farm Circle, Wayland, MA 01778. Make checks payable to Habitat for Humanity MWGW (for the MetroWest Greater Worcester Chapter). In the memo line put Foundation Blocks.

The blocks are $75 each or $125 for two. On the appropriate day or days, Dad can put a message on the block for the family that will live in the house or have his children or grandchildren decorate the blocks and then place them in the foundation. It is a meaningful gift for the entire family!

If the blocks are a little out of your price range, consider “five bucks a board.” You can purchase one or more boards that will be used in the construction of the house. Please let any member of the committee know how we can help you honor Dad on his special day, June 17th.

Team Cure of Wayland to be honored at Hearts and Heroes Gala

Kim Reichelt — Thu, 10 May 2012 18:06:07 +0000

Wayland Town Crier 5/10/12: Team Cure of Wayland to be honored at Hearts and Heroes Gala. The 30th annual Hearts and Heroes Gala on Saturday, May 12 at the Boston Marriott Copley Place will include the presentation of the Nancy Jones Diabetes Champion Award to Team Cure of Wayland. The goal of the black tie event is to raise more than $1.2 million to fund research to cure, treat and prevent type 1 diabetes (T1D).

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

Kim Reichelt — Thu, 10 May 2012 15:16:48 +0000

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 on this fundraising event that will be Friday, May 18 – Sunday, May 20^th, hosting 5 movie premieres at the Framingham AMC, 22 Flutie Pass, Natick.

Show times are: Friday, May 18 at 7pm, Saturday, May 19 at 4:15 and 7pm, and Sunday, May 20 at 1:40 and 5pm. Tickets must be purchased through the WYL on-line store at www.waylandlacrosse.com. This is a great film for the family, friends, and players to see together with proceeds benefiting the Wayland and Sudbury Lacrosse programs. If you have any questions please contact: Kelly Frissora at kelly@frissoraconsulting.com or at 978-460-4346.

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

Kim Reichelt — Wed, 09 May 2012 14:06:14 +0000

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 shop at Mahoney’s on May16 and show your support for the work The Wayland Public Schools Foundation does on behalf of all school-age children throughout Wayland’s five schools.

Since its inception in 1983, The Wayland Public Schools Foundation has awarded over two million dollars to Wayland’s schools, through 587 individual grants. For 29 years the WPSF has been raising funds for grant proposals submitted by Wayland teachers and staff for cutting-edge programs that would otherwise go unfunded by school budgets. With school budgets under continual pressure, WPSF grants are increasingly important in maintaining Wayland Schools’ tradition of excellence.

May 16 is the perfect time to buy spring planting supplies, shrubs, flowers and plants and support the WSPF and Wayland schools at the same time. Mahoney’s Garden Center is located at 115 Boston Post Road. For more information about the WPSF, go to www.waylandpublicschoolsfoundation.org

Kids’ Night Out to benefit Christopher’s Haven

Kim Reichelt — Wed, 09 May 2012 13:21:20 +0000

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 play on our amazing maze!
Do your Mother’s Day shopping or just have a night out while your children have a great time at Longfellow!

Suggested donation is $30 for the first child and $20 per sibling, with checks made payable to “Christopher’s Haven.”
Support this wonderful cause and give your children a special treat. Call 508-358-0710 for more information.

Event honoring Wayland High grad comes home

Kim Reichelt — Wed, 09 May 2012 13:16:44 +0000

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

jim murphy — Tue, 08 May 2012 19:21:10 +0000

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% of the proceeds go to the American Cancer Society. The Wayland varsity players will be wearing Purple socks in memory of WHS guidance councilor Jim Griffin. Please come support a great cause and watch a great game!

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

Kim Reichelt — Sat, 05 May 2012 13:13:19 +0000

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 of the Holy Spirit is located at 169 Rice Road in Wayland.

Rail Trail t-shirts on sale at Wayland Depot

Kim Reichelt — Sat, 05 May 2012 12:41:01 +0000

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!

Wayland resident hopes to make a difference through yoga

Kim Reichelt — Thu, 03 May 2012 16:40:57 +0000

Wayland Town Crier 5/3/12: Wayland resident hopes to make a difference through yoga . Sarah Gardner of Wayland will share her mat with close to 1,000 men and women at the second annual Yoga Reaches Out Yogathon on Sunday, May 6 at the Gillette Stadium Field House.
Yoga Reaches Out (YRO) is a nonprofit organization committed to making a difference in the lives of children by raising funds through yoga events in Massachusetts and beyond.
This day-long event will be filled with renowned yoga instructors (including special guest Baron Baptiste), plus music, healthy food and a workout for all yoga levels.
The ultimate goal is to raise money and awareness for Children’s Hospital Boston’s autism programs and the Africa Yoga Project, an organization dedicated to helping children living in East Africa.

Wayland Business Association fundraiser on May 22nd

Kim Reichelt — Thu, 03 May 2012 13:00:01 +0000

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 fiber of the community. It is also a well respected civic organization. As a civic organization, the WBA has made generous donations to local concerns including The Golden Tones, The Wellness Summit and the Wayland High School Scholarship Fund.

Appetizers and entertainment (with a cash bar) are provided for your admission ticket, along with the opportunity to go home with some amazing prizes! Proceeds of this event are donated to support local Wayland non-profit programs and associations, including WHS Scholarships. Admission to event is $30. Admission tickets purchased separately from raffle tickets.

Raffle tickets for pre-sale with your Admission ticket, or at the event. This is your chance to win a big prize (so bring cash or checks on 5/22 as well!) Raffle tickets are $1/each; $10 for 12 tickets; or $20 for 25 tickets. Theme prizes valued at $300 and up.

Email Patty MacNeil (PMacNeil@village-bank.com), Patti McGlynn (pmcglynn@mchinsure.com), or Lisa Shapiro (lshapiro@help4computers.com) to make a donation, volunteer or get more information!

DATE: Tuesday, May 22, 2012

TIME: 6-9pm (raffles drawn 8pm)

PLACE: Viva Mexican Grill and Tequileria, 15 East Plain St., Wayland, MA

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

Kim Reichelt — Thu, 03 May 2012 12:57:38 +0000

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 past Burlington Mall)

Check out the menu at the Flatbread Pizza Company Website

Shop For Mother’s Day at the Depot

Kim Reichelt — Wed, 02 May 2012 14:08:51 +0000

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 and consignment shop that features the work of local and regional artisans. The Depot is located on Route 27 near the Wayland Library, open Tuesday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mother's Day is May 13, so stop by soon!

Girls tennis to host tournament in Astley’s honor

Kim Reichelt — Sat, 28 Apr 2012 09:54:28 +0000

Wayland Student Press 4/27/12: Girls tennis to host tournament in Astley’s honor. This Saturday, April 28, the girls tennis team will be hosting a round robin tournament to raise money for the Lauren Dunne Astley Memorial Fund. All varsity teams are required to complete a community service project, and the senior tennis captains wished to do something in Astley’s honor.

“We’re there for Lauren,” senior captain Katrina Gaddis said. “We’re there to celebrate her and remember her through something that’s fun and something that she would have enjoyed.”

Gaddis and fellow senior captains Emma Barton and Dina Berdichevsky have been marketing the tournament throughout the community. They hope that people of all skill levels and even those who didn’t know Astley attend.

Wayland Yogi Brings Gillette Stadium Dream to Life

Kim Reichelt — Sat, 28 Apr 2012 09:50:25 +0000

Wayland Patch 4/28/12: Wayland Yogi Brings Gillette Stadium Dream to Life. On May 6, Wayland resident Sarah Gardner hopes to bring 1,000 people together for an all-day yogathon at Gillette Stadium. It’s hard to believe Gardner, now a Lululemon ambassador, resisted even trying yoga about nine years ago when a friend presented it as an option. ”At first, I was like, ‘No way, I have to pound the pavement,’” said Gardner, a longtime runner who earned a Master’s of Education in health and fitness and went right into personal training after graduate school. “It took me awhile to understand the benefits and joy that come from [yoga]. Now it is not what I do, but who I am. I love every aspect of it.” But going from personally understanding the benefits of yoga to hosting a yoga fundraiser for 1,000 people at Gillette Stadium didn’t happen overnight.

Patriots/Boosters Basketball Game, Wednesday, May 2

Kim Reichelt — Sat, 28 Apr 2012 09:43:39 +0000

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 once again be available to sign autographs and have pictures taken. Every child will have a chance to meet the Patriots players on a One-on-One basis. The Booster Store will be open that night for your Wayland apparel needs. There will be a raffle and concessions available. There will be a limited number of complimentary tickets available at your schools. If you have any questions please contact Lisa Massicotte, Booster President at LisaMassicotte@comcast.net

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

Kim Reichelt — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 19:38:06 +0000

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 cans, now is the time to being them in. Collection Day is this Saturday, May 5 from 10 AM to 2 PM in the pool parking lot at the high school. All proceeds go directly to CAPA’s efforts to support the visual and performing arts at WHS.

Tennis Fundraiser for Lauren Dunne Astley Memorial Fund, Saturday, April 28

Kim Reichelt — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 10:59:41 +0000

The wayland girls tennis team is hosting a round robin tennis tournament in memory of Lauren Astley. It will be held from 11-1 on Saturday April 28th, 2012. All ages and skill levels are welcome. There will be light refreshments and optional donations to the Lauren Dunne Astley Memorial Fund. Doubles teams are currently being accepted at: keeponsparklingtennis@gmail.com. If you are unable to attend but would still like to donate you can do so at, laurendunneastleymemorialfund.org

Wayland Moodz Day Spa offers haircuts for charity, Sunday, April 29

Kim Reichelt — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 16:01:23 +0000

Wayland Patch 4/18/12: Wayland Moodz day spa salon offers haircuts for charity. On Sunday, April 29 more than 70 salons throughout Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut and New Hampshire will participate in Boston Children's Hospital's annual HAIRraising event. For the third year in a row, participating salons will provide customers with a stylish haircut for a $40 donation to Children's Hospital. Your local Salon: Moodz Day Spa & Salon

The Human Relations Service (HRS) Honors Dr. Cheryl Maloney at Annual Arnold Kerzner Dinner, May 15

Kim Reichelt — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 11:59:32 +0000

HRS will hold its Seventh Annual Arnold Kerzner Award Dinner and Auction to benefit The Human Relations Service on Tuesday, May 15, 2012, 6:00 pm at Hunnewell House at Elm Bank, Wellesley. Celebrity Chefs include: Geoff Gardner, Sel de la Terre; Mitchell Maxwell, Maxwell’s 148; Derek Labounty, The Cottage Restaurant, and Richard Rayment, Seaport Boston Hotel. Celebrity Auctioneer will be Susan Wornick, WCVB-TV Boston.

HRS will honor Dr. Cheryl Maloney, the Superintendent of Weston Public Schools. HRS has been an important partner in her educational work over the years. In her own words, “As I look back on my 27 years as an educator in the Weston Public Schools, no matter what position I have held, I cannot imagine working without the support of HRS. HRS has also been there when each of our districts needed help coping with tragedy, working with entire schools and individuals.”

The Human Relations Service (HRS) is the non-profit community mental health agency serving Wellesley, Weston and Wayland. Founded in 1948, HRS was the first clinic in the nation to emphasize prevention, as well as treatment, in its programs. Today, HRS provides a wide variety of clinical, consultation, community education and employee assistance services. Sliding-scale fees are available to residents who can’t afford the full cost of care. Up to 25% of HRS’ clients qualify for such fees in any given year. The funds raised at this annual event help ensure that HRS can keep providing the highest quality care to those in need and continue to support the well-being of our community.

We hope you will join us for an evening of delicious food from local celebrity chefs, entertainment, fine wines and spirits, and an auction at Elm Bank, 900 Washington Street. Wellesley. Tickets to the dinner are $250 per person. Many funding opportunities exist at all levels (ads, tributes, table hosting) within various levels of donations. For further information on the Arnold Kerzner Award Dinner and Auction event, please call Tara at KMC Productions, Inc. at 781-356-6616. To donate or learn more about HRS call Director of Development, Donna Poretsky at 781-235-4950

Florence Adler METCO 5K Road Race to be held Saturday, May 12

Kim Reichelt — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 18:10:08 +0000

Florence Adler METCO 5K Road Race will be held on Saturday, May 12. Registration 9-10:45 a.m. Race starts at 11:00 at Wayland Middle School. Contact the METCO Office 358-3755 or register on line. Please click on the following link for all the necessary materials for participation. www.wayland.k12.ma.us/administration/m_e_t_c_o/news/

Electronics Recycling Event, Wednesday, April 18 at Wayland Town Building

Kim Reichelt — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 15:29:05 +0000

For the second year running, the student-run “ Servolution” community service team, in conjunction with the Wayland Council on Aging, welcome serving the elderly of the Town of Wayland at their upcoming Electronics Recycling Event, to take place next Wednesday, April 18 from 3pm to 6pm. For the students, their mission is to participate in providing a team of devoted student volunteers as part of the Solid Rock 2nd Annual “SERVOLUTION” Wayland Community Service Project. Their goal: to assist the Council on Aging with the unloading of resident vehicles as they pull up to Wayland’s “Drive-thru” Drop Off behind the Wayland Town Building.

The Wayland Council on Aging is sponsoring this “Mostly” FREE ELECTRONICS RECYCLING Event” to help seniors who are downsizing or spring cleaning and would like to dispose of no longer needed items without incurring a great cost.

The Solid Rock Students will be an excellent addition, once again, to the Council’s annual event. Pastor Marc Minerella notes, “Our student ministry is trained not only in areas of the Bible, but students welcome exiting the four walls of the church to assist those in need around them. We welcome being of service to the elderly of our local community.”

The Servolution concept is a program designed to train students on the valuable life lesson of serving as they seek to engage the community with Acts of Kindness and Service. Students can “act out” their faith by responding to the needs within the local community and providing the connection between need and resources. This team has been serving communities throughout Metro-West, including Wayland, Wellesley and Framingham, for the past three years.

Links to Photos of Past Events:

Wayland Council on Aging: http://www.facebook.com//#!/photo.php?fbid=1942921488368&set=a.1545457192009.2079082.1102398718&type=3&theater
Wellesley Recycling Center: http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=1942921488368&set=a.1545457192009.2079082.1102398718&type=3&theater#!/photo.php?fbid=1647236496428&set=a.1647215695908.2090116.1102398718&type=3&theater
Turkey Express – Food Drive to Metro west Community: http://www.facebook.com//#!/media/set/?set=a.2548775274334.2138212.1102398718&type=3

“Puttin’ On a Little Ritz”, Golden Tones fundraiser, May 6 at Sandy Burr

Kim Reichelt — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 17:08:40 +0000

You’re invited to join us in… “Puttin’ On a Little Ritz”

a FUNraiser to benefit Golden Tones chorus

Sunday, May 6^th at 2:00pm, Sandy Burr Country Club, Wayland

Festivities will include:

· Celebrity guest - curious? View our most recent newsletter at www.goldentones.org.

· Vocal festival throughout the afternoon featuring 3 different singing groups

· Dancing to Wayland’s own Mid Life Crisis Band

· Silent and live auctions (focused on EXPERIENCES and SERVICES)

· 50/50 raffle (enter now; last year’s prize was over $1,000!)

· Raffle baskets and games – win a Bose Wave!

· Gourmet refreshments and a cash bar.

Tickets: $25, available by calling 508-318-6318, emailing office@goldentones.org, or at the door.