Waylandenews Executive Director Kim Reichelt is a member of the Wayland School Committee
Non-Profit Highlight
Golden Tones Chorus
Mission: Golden Tones chorus practices and provides enriching entertainment for senior facilities, schools, and public events. Members, of retirement age, sing and dance to lift spirits and promote health and social engagement for everyone involved.
Method: The chorus performs close to 50 concerts a year, many to disadvantaged audiences and also at community events and schools. This year we will walk and perform in Boston’s Walk for Music on April 30. We will also collaborate with Natick High School’s Advanced Choir for a free intergenerational concert on May 5 in Natick’s Common Street Spiritual Center at 6:30 p.m. as part of Boston’s Art Week Festival.
You can help continue this outreach: support our Walk for Music team with a tax-deductible gift at goldentones.org and come to hear the Golden Tones sing on May 5!
Congratulations to Wayland-Weston Crew alums Ilana Zieff ’06 and Sam Kolovson ’12 whose Team USA boats at the 2017 Maccabiah Games in Israel won 5 of USA’s four rowing . Their boats captured 5 of Team USA’s 11 medals, including 3 gold medals. (Full results online here)
There are 85 museums and culture events opening their doors for free, a different set each Friday this summer. This week’s museums include Franklin Park Zoo, Fuller Craft Museum, Jacob’s Pillow Dance, Cape Cod Maritime Museum. Details are online here.
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In the News…
News from this past week
* Wayland signs deal on Route 20 apartment project. An Atlanta-based developer will purchase and clean up a town-owned property on Route 20 in Wayland if the builder is allowed to erect 188 rental apartments on the site, according to an agreement signed by the builder and selectmen last month. The move would allow the town to add land to its property tax rolls, and the development would increase the number of affordable housing units available in Wayland, Town Administrator Nan Balmer said.
* Wayland boards face Open Meeting Law complaints. Boards are facing Open Meeting Law complaints related to minutes, an executive session agenda and remote participation. In recent months, Wayland attorney George Harris, who frequently files Open Meeting Law complaints, has sent complaints against the School Committee and Audit Committee to the state Attorney General’s Office for review.
* Wayland’s Police Cruisers And The Carbon Monoxide Concern. Last week, numerous cruisers in the Austin, TX, police department tested positive for high levels of carbon monoxide in the vehicles. The issue prompted Ford to issue a statement that it would fix any of these Ford Explorer models that are experiencing issues.
* Wayland ZBA takes initial look at School Street 40B project. The Zoning Board of Appeals got an initial look Thursday at a controversial Chapter 40B town home development proposed for School Street in Cochituate. The board heard an overview of the project without getting in-depth on any particular aspect.
* Eversource to begin rail trail work in Weston and Wayland. Eversource expects to open a four-mile gravel road below its transmission towers in Wayland and Weston this December, a path the state will pave as part of the Mass Central Rail Trail. The rail trail could one day stretch 100 miles between Boston and Northampton. Locally, officials are focusing on the 23-mile “Wayside” section between Waltham and Berlin.
* Wayland officials eye water main work. Town officials hope to receive state money to help improve water infrastructure along Rte. 20. On Monday, selectmen supported seeking $2.4 million from the state MassWorks grant program to help extend and upgrade water piping.
* Wayland resident directed reading of her play. Author and poet Rosie Rosenzweig of Wayland, a resident scholar at Brandeis University’s Women’s Studies Research Center, directed a staged reading of her play “Myths and Ms,” which explores the relationship between reincarnation and abortion.
If you have any information on Elliott, please contact Jeff at 617-909-6020 or Cindi at 617-962-8460. Any updates about Elliott will be posted online here
Have you seen this cat? His name is Jasper, Russian Blue, 7 years old. He has been missing since Friday July 17. Be on the lookout for Jasper and help get him back home and safe.
Are you interested in volunteering on a town board (or commission or committee), but concerned that you don’t have enough time, the right skills, or sufficient information? The town has a variety of volunteer opportunities that call for light, medium, or heavy time commitments and for specific skills or no particular skills at all, only an interest in the board’s work and willingness to learn. We-the Board of Selectmen-are providing you with information that we hope will pique your interest. This column is the first of a series to familiarize you with opportunities to serve and the expectations of you as a town volunteer
Representative to the Wayland Housing Partnership
The Wayland Housing Partnership (WHP) is the town board that advocates for creating affordable housing by working with developers and raising awareness of the need for more housing for low- and moderate-income people. The WHP meets about one evening a month for around 1 ½ hours. The committee is looking for a thoughtful individual who recognizes the need for additional low- and moderate-income housing and is willing to spend about 18 hours per year helping to realize the town’s affordable housing goals. For complete details on this role, click here.
The Wayland Community Fund serves Wayland residents who need financial assistance
During the past fiscal year, the Wayland Community Fund provided $ 28,717 in financial assistance to Wayland residents. Overdue utilities accounted for 35% of the expenditures, rent 24% with the remainder covering a wide variety of bills including medical costs, food, and children’s’ items. The Wayland residents who were helped included elderly individuals with serious illnesses, single parents who were out of work, a severely disabled parent with small children, and a family who had taken in children who were at risk. The WCF is staffed by five volunteers who cover all operating expenses. It receives no public funding. More information on the fund, including who it serves, and how to donate, is available on the Wayland town website online here.
Medical Reserve Corps Volunteers Needed. If you would like to volunteer to become involved and help your community, you may be interested in joining the Medical Reserve Corps (MRC). The MRC is a great group of people and we are always looking for more volunteers. You do not need to be in the medical field to join the MRC. For more information, or to fill out an application, please contact PHN/Nurse Leader Ruth Mori at rmori@wayland.ma.us
Knee Slapping, Toes Tapping – Comedy & Jazz Coming to Wayland. The Friends of the Wayland Council On Aging is sponsoring a fundraiser featuring nationally known Social and Political Humorist Jimmy Tingle and the Shane Wood Jazz Trio, Saturday, September 23, 2017, 7:30pm at Sandy Burr Country Club. In addition to hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar, there will be a fabulous dessert buffet. All proceeds benefit the Wayland Council on Aging. Tickets are $75 and can be purchased online here, The Village Bank or The Wayland Council on Aging. Tables of four can be reserved if 4 tickets are purchased at the same time. The Friends of the Wayland Council On Aging is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
Wayland residents to participate in Pan-Mass Challenge. On August 5 and 6, 52 riders from Wayland will cycle up to 192 miles in the Pan-Mass Challenge with the goal of raising $48 million for critical research and cancer care at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. The linked article lists the 52 riders, and you can donate to support them at http://www.pmc.org/
Elise Goldfine (WHS ’12) is biking across the country to support affordable housing. Details on Elise, her 3966 mile ride, and Bike & Build are available online here.
Board of Selectmen seeks volunteers for Board and Committee Openings. The Board of Selectmen is beginning the process for filling volunteer openings on boards and committees. These openings are the result of expired terms as of June 30, 2017, or vacancies due to early resignation. Both reappointments and new appointments will be considered. A complete list of open positions as of June 30, 2017, is posted on the Wayland town website online here. For more details, click here.
Meeting Schedule for The Week: See the Town Website’s Calendar online here. Please check the online calendar for the latest updates, as meetings noted below could have been updated (change in date, time or location) since we captured them. Also, some meetings could have been added since we collected the calendar information.
Please check the Town Calendarto confirm meeting times, locations and agenda. There can be updates from when we capture the schedule below.
Monday, August 7
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Finance Committee of School Committee, 8am. Agenda includes: review High School Athletic Master Plan including outreach to other boards/committees, draft article for Fall Town Meeting and information for School Committee members
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School Committee, 7pm. Agenda includes: High School Master Athletic Plan, FY19 Capital Projects, school bus parking, report from Finance Subcommittee, update regarding School Start Times, superintendent’s report, education as to risks associated with concussions in secondary school athletics, Open Meeting Law complaints, policies for approval
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Board of Selectmen, 7pm. Agenda includes: Executive Session, potential Special Town Meeting articles, review School Committee recommendation on school bus parking, discuss 40B working group
Tuesday, August 8
* Board of Library Trustees, 8am. Agenda includes: Library Director update, state building grant, monthly reports, communications with boards, committees, and public
* Board of Public Works, 7pm. Agenda includes: irrigation application, potential Town Meeting article (107 Old Sudbury Rd demolition), irrigation application and abatement policies and procedures, Castle Gate pillars
* Planning Board, 7:30pm. Agendas include: site plan approval (91 Oxbow Rd), 150 Main St (reduce height of fence), 40B applications for 24 School Street and 113-119 Boston Post Rd
Wednesday, August 9
* Board of Library Trustees, 8am. Agenda includes: capital campaign consultant, state building grant, communications with public, committees and public
* Senior Tax Relief Committee, 7pm. Agenda includes: update on MCOA Property Tax Force Meeting, review senior work-off and Valor Act of the information cards for statutory exemptions, update from COA Director
Police announce Citizen Police Academy beginning September 14. This eight-week program is designed to teach interested Wayland residents about the various tasks that are performed by Wayland police officers in the community. In addition to a tour of the Public Safety Building, participants will be exposed to topics such as; powers of arrest, O.U.I. enforcement, motor vehicle law, domestic violence, the court process, detective services and patrol procedures. There will also be a presentation on the history of the Wayland Police Department. As part of the course, each student will “ride-along” for part of a shift with a Wayland police officer. The course is designed to give interested citizens a better understanding of police operations in Wayland and the value of the investment made for public safety. Space is limited for this course; applications are available at the Wayland Police Department or by contacting the Citizen Police Academy director, Detective Sergeant Jamie D. Berger via email at jberger@wayland.ma.us or phone 508-358-1722.
Father/Son and Father/Daughter Breakfasts Kick Off in September.
Come be a part of the long-standing Wayland tradition of monthly Father Son/Daughter breakfasts. Held throughout the school year for dads and their kids in grades K-5, these breakfasts are a great way to connect with our sons and daughters (and fellow dads) in a fun, welcoming environment. We meet at Mel’s Commonwealth Cafe in Wayland before school starts and enjoy a buffet breakfast, share town updates and kids’ highlights, and end with the kids’ favorite – prize raffle! Father/Son breakfasts are usually held the first Wednesday of the month while Father/Daughter breakfasts take place on the third Wednesday of the month. For more information or to be added to the mailing list, please contact Geoff Getz for Father/Son (geoff.getz@gmail.com) and Ward Russell for Father/Daughter (wwrussell11@yahoo.com).
Boosters to open Online Store. Getting your Warrior gear just got easier! New online store coming to Wayland Boosters’ website! Now, you can order all your Wayland apparel and gear with the click of a button! The store will be a link on the Wayland Boosters web site at www.waylandboosters.org. Stay tuned for the official announcement when the merchandise will be available.
Back To School Clean-Out. The Wayland Schools’ Green Team reminds you to recycle ALL textiles – while generating much needed PTO funds for all our schools. Wayland averages $150 per month – let’s double it! Donation bins are at each of our 5 schools and the town landfill.In the United States, each person throws away about 70 pounds of clothing and textiles each year. Those items take up space in landfills or they get incinerated, creating toxic fumes. You can help by donating or recycling clothes, shoes, towels, sheets, stuffed animals, and other household textile items.
Youth in Philanthropy announces Fall Programs. t’s not too late to get involved and make a difference! Register for fall #YIP programs. Details online here.
Announcements from Prior Newsletters
Musicians of the Old Post Road Announces 2017-2018 Season: Circles and Spheres of Inspiration and Influence
Musicians of the Old Post Road launches its 29th with a musical journey that encompasses an array of Baroque and Classical musical styles and topics sparked by concepts of circles and spheres. Musicians of the Old Post Road is a chamber music ensemble specializing in period instrument performance of music from the Baroque, Classical, and early Romantic eras. Over their nearly 30 year history, they have given special attention to rediscovering lost or neglected works of the past. The season includes programs in October, December, March and April, and includes a March performance at First Parish in Wayland. Complete details are online here.
Wayland-Weston Crew offerings this summer include programs for adults: Recreational Rowing (meets three times per week; the recreational masters rowing sessions will consist of organized coached rows focused on refining skills and building fitness), and Adult Learn to Row (offered weekday or weekend sessions, the Adult LTR programs will introduce the sport of rowing.) Please see their Summer Programs page for details of each program and specific information on times, days of the week, and weeks that each program is offered. WW Crew is also offering programs for athletes in grades 6-12.
New Inclusive Friendship & Play Group
“To encourage children to embrace differences, kids must first encounter differences.” Check out the new Facebook community, Together We Play, an inclusive friendship & play group. This group is for families (or caregivers) raising children with special needs AND families with typically developing children, primarily in the Boston suburbs. Have some fun, and help us make the world a more accepting place! There are benefits for everyone!
* For Adults: 3D Printing Class, Wednesday, August 16, 5:00 p.m. Participants will be using Fusion 360 to design their own decorative vase or pen cup. Fusion 360 is an intermediate-to-advanced level design software. Some familiarity with design software or at least proficiency with mouse and keyboard is advised. All 3D prints will be free. To register on your own you must be 12 or older. Parents of younger kids are welcome to register and are encouraged to design with their children.
* Baby and Pre-School Programs
* Mother Goose Time (Infants-2.5 years) Tuesdays, August 15 at 10:30am.
* StoryVine (2.5 -5 years) Thursdays, August 10, and 17 at 10:30 a.m.
* School Age Programs
* Drop-in Crafts: Recycled Art, Wednesday, August 9, 3-5pm. Make funky crafts from recycled materials. For ages 4 and up. Led by librarian Elise Katz.
* Firetruck Tour, Tuesday, August 8, 10:30 a.m., Wayland Firefighter Todd Winner will talk to kids about fire safety and give them a tour of the firetruck. For ages 2 and up.
Summer Reading Program: Build a Better World. The theme for this year’s Summer Reading Program for children in grades preK-Grade 5 is Build a Better World. Children can sign up at the library (and get a goodie bag) or online here. Kids will win a free t-shirt (while supplies last) once they sign up for Summer Reading and read their first book. There are many programs planned for the summer, and plenty of prizes. We will celebrate the children’s reading with an ice cream bash on Thursday, August 17. The theme for the Teen Summer Reading for youth in grades 6-12 is also Build a Better World. Teens who register online here and write at least one original book review will win a prize, and be entered into a lottery for a free Kindle Fire. There will also be great programs for teens this summer.
Wayland Youth Soccer Registration for Fall 2017. Registration for the fall 2017 season is now available online here. Don’t delay. Register now! The fall program includes intramural soccer for children entering the K, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd grades on Saturday mornings at the Middle School and travel soccer for grades 4-8. The emphasis at all levels is for kids to have fun learning to play soccer and to making new friends. And it is never too late to begin! For further information go to the Wayland Youth Soccer website.
Free Fun Fridays at Museums and Cultural Events around the state this summer. Free Fun Fridays offer visitors no-cost admission to many of the most treasured cultural venues in Massachusetts. This program was created to increase access and enrichment opportunities for children and families throughout Massachusetts during the summer months. Every Friday, from the end of June through the end of August, multiple sites are open for free. For a list of museums participating each Friday, click here.
Wayland Community for Social Justice & Friends of Wayland Youth & Family Services Offers Fall Workshop and seeks input
This fall, Wayland Community for Social Justice and Friends of Wayland Youth and Family Services will offer a workshop on engaging in difficult conversations with children about issues relating to identity and community or “our shared world.” They are conducting a brief survey, the results of which will help inform their work. The survey is online here.
Wayland Shares: A New Library Service. Wayland Shares is the Library’s newest experiment: It’s a way for patrons of the Wayland Library to share their own thoughts about library-related materials and events with each other via social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube. To see our WAYLAND SHARES videos check them out here on Facebook or here on Youtube. Details on how to submit a video online here.
Dates for Wayland Concert Series 2017-18 season
* Friday, September 29, 2017 at 8:00 pm: Jessica Tong, violin and Adam Golka, piano
* Saturday, November 4, 2017 at 8:00 pm, Marimolin, Nancy Zeltsman, marimba and Sharan Leventhal, violin
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Friday, January 12, 2018, Spencer Myer, piano
… and watch for a special jazz concert in March
Chinese Language and Culture Classes, 2017-18. The 2017-18 schedule for K-5 Chinese Language and Culture classes is now available on the Wayland School Community Programs website online here. The after-school classes are held at Claypit Hill, Happy Hollow, and Loker Schools right after dismissal. Each school offers different levels, ranging from beginning to intermediate and advanced. Happy Hollow’s classes will be on Mondays starting September 25; Loker’s will be on Tuesdays starting October 3. Claypit Hill’s will be on Wednesdays, starting October 4. The curriculum is designed for children whose primary language is English. Coco Min Zhou started the program in Wayland in 2006 and continues to lead it. She can be reached at mzhou728@gmail.com or 508-650-4884; families may also call Ling Zheng at 617-620-2241 or lingzheng2000us@yahoo.com.
Wayland Recreation along with Wicked Cool for Kids Provide Summer 2017 Programs. Since 2009, Wicked Cool for Kids has worked with Wayland Recreation to provide amazing kids’ programs that blend STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) education goals with the kind of fun that kids need on summer break. Wicked Cool for Kids champions a great mix of focused lessons and structured play that maintain academic integrity within a creative environment. Please see flyer online here for details.
Wailin’ Wednesdays Concert Series at the Wayland Town Center
Please join us for the 2017 Wailin’ Wednesdays Concert Series at the Wayland Town Center. The popular concert series returns for its third year. Concerts are at 5:30pm at The Wayland Town Center, East Green. This year, the series will be held on three Wednesdays throughout the summer, and feature live music, a variety of activities, giveaways and tasty food samplings courtesy of the Wayland Town Center businesses. The events are all free and open to the public. For more information visit www.facebook.com/waylandtowncenter. The remaining 2017 lineup is Wednesday, August 16: Jumpin’ Juba. West Roxbury based unique mix of blues and roots-y rock & roll, with flavors from many other genres like folk-Americana, Latin, Caribbean, jazz and country.
For details on all summer concert series in the area, click here. To see these listings in calendar format, click here.
Summer programs from Sudbury Valley Trustees and Stearns Farm CSA. Sudbury Valley Trustees (SVT) is partnering with Stearns Farm CSA in Framingham for a series of programs featuring the bounty of the summer garden. The relationship between Stearns Farm and SVT goes all the way back to 1959, when Margaret Welch of Framingham donated 87 acres to SVT, then a relatively new regional land trust, for protection. The gift included the agricultural field where her close friend Penelope Turton grew organic vegetables and flowers. This land now grows seasonal fresh vegetables for the farm sharers of Stearns Farm CSA. “SVT is thrilled that this conservation land, part of the Baiting Brook-Welch Reservation, is still farmed and continues the tradition of locally grown food in Framingham,” says Christa Collins, Director of Land Protection for SVT. The public is invited to register for the following offerings scheduled throughout the summer.
* On August 19, Melanie Hardy will lead “Cut Flower Basics” and share her favorite varieties for cut flowers, as well as harvesting techniques. Design and bring home a farm-style bouquet from the Stearns Farm cutting garden.
* On Saturday, September 23, Katy Riley of Tree House Farms in Millis offers “Tie Dying with Vegetables.” Transform white fabric into wearable pieces of art using natural vegetable dyes.
Space is limited for these programs, and registration is required at www.svtweb.org/calendar.
Events and Happenings
Below are highlights of the coming week. For all events, view our online calendar.
Monday, August 7, Natick Summer Concert Series: 3 of a Kind, Natick Common, 7-9pm.Each summer the Natick Recreation and Parks department, along with local sponsors, put on a free series of concerts on the Natick Common. These performances take place on Monday nights from 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Cancellations will be posted after 5pm at 508-647-6530
Tuesday, August 8, Firefighter Todd and Firetruck, Wayland Library, 10:30-11am.Wayland Firefighter Todd Winner will talk to kids about fire safety and give them a tour of the firetruck. Ages 2 and up, with parent/caregiver
Tuesdays, Oil Painting Tuesday on Tuesday afternoons, Arts/Wayland Studios, 1-3pm.
(Please note that some dates are skipped so please contact the teacher (see below) for dates) FEE: $25. per session. Pay as you go. Sign up by reserving directly with the teacher – Pearl McCarthy. Call or text: 508-740-4320, email: pearlgmccarthy@gmail.com.
Wednesdays until October 11, Wayland Summer Farmers’ Market, Russell’s Garden Center, 12-5pm.
The Farmers’ Market at Russell’s features Massachusetts-grown vegetables, fruit, bread, baked goods (including pies), eggs, locally made pasta and cheese, fresh pork, lamb, fish and lobster, plus more! Please note that not all of the vendors will be here every week. Sign up for the weekly Market email to receive up-to-date information about the Market. Like the Market on Facebook online here. and click here for the Summer Farmers’ Market page on Russell’s website.
Thursday, August 10, Cookbook Club, Wayland Library, 6-7:30pm. Join us as we all cook from the same book and enjoy it potluck style! Participants will make a recipe from a selected cookbook to share. While enjoying our homemade delights, we’ll discuss the book, its author, and what each has to offer. For more information, contact Sarah Hogan at shogan@minlib.net or Rachel Sideman-Kurtz at rsideman@minlib.net. This month’s book: Weeknight Wonders: Delicious Healthy Dinners in 30 Minutes or Less by Ellie Krieger
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The Town of Wayland wants you!
Father/Son and Father/Daughter Breakfasts Kick Off in September.
Boosters to open Online Store. 
Back To School Clean-Out. 
Musicians of the Old Post Road Announces 2017-2018 Season: Circles and Spheres of Inspiration and Influence
Wayland-Weston Crew offerings this summer include programs for adults: Recreational Rowing (meets three times per week; the recreational masters rowing sessions will consist of organized coached rows focused on refining skills and building fitness), and Adult Learn to Row (offered weekday or weekend sessions, the Adult LTR programs will introduce the sport of rowing.) Please see their 
New Inclusive Friendship & Play Group
Summer Reading Program: Build a Better World. The theme for this year’s Summer Reading Program for children in grades preK-Grade 5 is Build a Better World. Children can sign up at the library (and get a goodie bag) or 
Wayland Youth Soccer Registration for Fall 2017. 
Wayland Community for Social Justice & Friends of Wayland Youth & Family Services Offers Fall Workshop and seeks input
Dates for Wayland Concert Series 2017-18 season
Wayland Recreation along with Wicked Cool for Kids Provide Summer 2017 Programs. 
Wailin’ Wednesdays Concert Series at the Wayland Town Center 
Summer programs from Sudbury Valley Trustees and Stearns Farm CSA. 
Tuesdays, Oil Painting Tuesday on Tuesday afternoons, Arts/Wayland Studios, 1-3pm.
Thursday, August 10, Cookbook Club, Wayland Library, 6-7:30pm. Join us as we all cook from the same book and enjoy it potluck style! 
