Waylandenews Executive Director Kim Reichelt is a member of the Wayland School Committee
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Wayland Girls Varsity Basketball will take the court to take on cancer, Friday, January 5th at 7 pm in the WHS Field House. Our team goal is to beat last year’s fundraising record of $3,500.00 AND beat last year’s average of 40 points per game! Please consider pledging and come see as we take on DCL rival Concord Carlisle.
The teams will also be selling Coaches vs. Cancer t-shirts for $10. If you are interested in purchasing a t-shirt or would like to donate, please email Coach Amanda Cosenza.
Martin Luther King Jr. Dinner and Program. The Boston Parent Council presents the annual Martin Luther King Jr. Dinner and Program on Friday, January 19, 6-9:30pm at Wayland Middle School. All are invited to attend and participate. The program includes performances by school choruses, a jazz band and a fashion show. There will be crafts for kids, historical displays and a silent auction. Menu: Caribbean meal with choice of jerk or fried chicken, rice and peas, mac and cheese, beverage and dessert. All proceeds will benefit the Boston Parent Council to support the Wayland Metco Program. Sponsored by the Boston Parent Council with support from Wayland PTO. Please pay at the door: Adults $15, Kids $8, Vegetarian $12
Ways you can help:
* VOLUNTEER: We are looking for Wayland and Boston parents to volunteer that night to set up, donate desserts, prepare salads on site, serve food, and clean up. For questions, contact Michelle Mathis at bostonparentcouncil16@gmail.com. Please sign up here: http://signup.com/go/caTURCA
* SILENT AUCTION DONATIONS: We are in need of silent auction donations from both communities. Suggestions for donations include gift cards, sports tickets, baskets with themes OR individual items that would go into baskets with these themes (movie night, reading, kitchen, bath and beauty, sports, gourmet food). If you are a business, we will showcase your business card and/or information. For questions, contact Jen Pearlman at jenpearlman00@gmail.com. If you would like to donate something for the silent auction, please fill out this form.
Boosters seeks donations in Annual Appeal. Winter Sports Season is Here!! Support our student-athletes with a donation to our Annual Appeal. Please donate today at www.waylandboosters.org
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.
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.
There are no meetings currently posted for this week.
Announcements
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New announcements this week
The Library will be closed December 25 and 31, and January 1.
* Movie Time: Cars 3Wednesday, December 27, 3:00 p.m. Movie time at the library! Children are invited to watch Cars 3 at the library. Rated G. Running time 103 minutes. For ages 4 and up.
* Lego Club, Wednesday, January 3, 3:00-4:00 p.m. Children will make fabulous creations out of legos. This month’s theme: Star Wars. For ages 5 and up.
* Book Buddies. Wednesday, January 10, 3:00-3:45 p.m. This month’s book is Spark by Kallie George. We will read the book, enjoy a snack, and make a craft. For children in grades K-2 with parent/caregiver. This program is co-run with the WCPA.
* STEAM TEAM: Fairytale Challenge. Wednesday, January 17, 3:00-3:45 p.m. Can you design a slide to help Rapunzel escape her tower? Can you build a house for the 3 pigs that the wolf can’t blow down? Can you make a carpet fly? Join us for an afternoon of creativity and collaboration with fairytale inspired STEAM activities. Led by librarian Carly Moniz. For ages 5 and up.
* Parent/Child Book Group, Wednesday, January 17, 7:00-8:00 p.m. This book club is for 4th and 5th graders with a parent. January’s book is The War That Saved My Life by Kimberly Bradley.
Baby and Preschool Programs at the Library
* Upcoming Storytimes
* Mother Goose Time (Infants-2.5 years) Tuesdays, Jan. 2, 9, 16 and 23 at 10:30 a.m.
* StoryVine (2.5 -5 years) Thursdays, Dec. 28 and Jan. 11, 25 at 10:30 a.m.
* Zumba Kids Jr. Tuesday, December 26, 10:30-11:00 a.m. Rhythm and dance program for children ages 2.5 to 4 years old. Led by Julia Walderzak of H2K Happy Healthy Kids Fitness Studio.
* Brain Building Storytime, Wednesday, Jan. 24, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Storytime, parachute play, and brain building activity. Program led by Beverly Mobilia of Wayland Community Partnerships for Children and Families. For ages 2 to 5, with parent/caregiver.
* Sing-along with Jeannie Mack. Thursday, January 4, at 10:30 a.m. Jeannie Mack will perform all kinds of fun, bounce-around, sing-along songs geared for young children. Plenty of opportunity for audience participation! For babies, toddlers, and preschoolers with caregiver.
* Storytime with Corbyn the Dog. Thursday, January 18, 10:30 a.m. Children will listen to dog stories and have a chance to visit with Corbyn, a beautiful Samoyed. Corbyn (with her owner Helen) has been certified as a therapy dog by Pets and People Foundation. For ages 3 and up.
Announcements from prior newsletters
Press Release from Wayland Treasurer/Collector’s Office regarding property tax prepayment. In anticipation of the passing of the proposed federal tax legislation, the Treasurer/Collector’s office will begin accepting prepayments of your third and fourth quarter real estate tax bills on December 18, 2017. You may remit funds either directly to this office during business hours (see below), or use the drop box that is located in the front hallway of Town Hall. Our offices will close at 12:30pm on December 29th, 2017. Any payments placed in the drop box after 12:30 on December 29 but before the open of business on January 2, 2018 will be credited with a payment date of December 31, 2017. Due to software limitations, you will NOT be able to pay your bills on-line or via Century Bank’s lockbox in Medford. Additionally, please keep in mind that state law prohibits us from honoring postmarks. If you choose to make your payment using an e-check process through your bank , be sure you allow for enough mailing time. Finally, if you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact our office at 508-358-3635.
The following is a detailed schedule of our office hours during this two week period:
* Monday 12/18/17 8am-7pm
* Tuesday thru Thursday 12/19/17-12/21/17 8am-4pm
* Friday 12/22/17 8am-12:30pm
* Monday 12/25/17 Closed
* Tuesday 12/26/17 8am-7pm
* Wednesday & Thursday 12/27/17-12/28/17 8am-4pm
* Friday 12/29/17 8am-12:30pm
Storytime at the Wayland Winter Farmer’s Market, Saturday, January 6, at 11:00-11:30 a.m. Come to a storytime upstairs at Russell’s Winter Farmer’s Market. Program led by librarian Carly Moniz. For ages babies to 5 years, with parent/caregivers.
Library Book Groups. Groups are open to all and the books are available at the library. No registration required.
* Sci-Fi/Dystopian: This next title for discussion is William Gibson’s contemporary classic, Neuromancer. Wednesday, January 3 at 7:00 p.m.
* Non-Fiction: In The Hidden Life of Trees, forester Peter Wholleben’s fascinating stories, supported by the latest scientific research, reveal the extraordinary world of forests and illustrate how trees communicate and care for each other. Wednesday, January 3 at 1pm
* Evening: Darkly funny and deeply emotive, Jem Lester’s Shtum tells the story of a couple who pretend to separate in hopes of benefitting their autistic son. Monday, January 8 at 7:00 p.m.
* Armchair Travel: Rachel Friedman surprises no one more than herself when, on a whim, she buys a ticket to Ireland, a place she has never been. She recounts her adventures there in A Good Girl’s Guide to Getting Lost. Wednesday, January 10 at 10:00 a.m.
* Noon: This month: My Brilliant Friend, a modern masterpiece by one of Italy’s most acclaimed authors. Friday, January 12.
Now Open: Mainstone Farm Trails in Wayland. SVT and the Town of Wayland have finished the trails at Mainstone Farm and have opened a small parking area at a new trail head on Rice Road. The Hamlen Family, which owns the farm, agreed to put trails on the property when they sold a conservation restriction to the Town and SVT in April 2017. The new trails meander through the forested portion of Mainstone Farm and connect with trails on adjacent conservation lands, creating a network of more than 11 miles of trails in the heart of Wayland. When you visit, please remember that the farm is still privately owned and large portions of the land are not open to the public. Please stay on marked trails. For directions and a trail map, see Hamlen Woods and Mainstone Farm.
Did you know LEDs reduce lighting energy (and cost) by 85% compared with standard bulbs? And they don’t burn out nearly as quickly. In this season of lights, switching to inexpensive LEDs is an excellent way to make a difference. But where’s the best place to find them? And how do you know which ones work best? Your MassEnergize Wayland volunteers researched local lighting suppliers and concluded that Wayland Home and Design, located at 70 Andrew Street in Town Center, offers the best combination of expert advice, product selection and competitive cost. They have a buy-one-get-one free promotion until the end of the year, and they have a great choice of LED Christmas lights. Finding a local place to buy LEDs is just a start. To learn more about LEDs and find more good deals on solar energy, home repairs, electric cars, recycling and so much more, visit www.MassEnergize.org. Join the collective genius in caring for our common home!
* Great Presenters: Wild Ways-Corridors of Life. Wildlife the world over need to roam for breeding, foraging, and to carry out their traditional migrations-but they are often blocked by human-made obstacles. Now there’s new hope for them through an approach called “connectivity conservation.” From North America’s Yellowstone to the Yukon, to Southern Africa’s elephant highways stretching across five nations, animals are on the move again in the stunning cinematography of Wild Ways. Linda Harrar of WGBH (Channel 2) Boston will present a 20-minute clip and talk about the documentary. Tuesday, January 9 at 7:30 p.m.
* Book-A-Librarian. Our librarians love to help patrons, but sometimes they need more time than is available on a drop-in basis. With the Book-a-Librarian service, librarians will meet with patrons in half-hour sessions to personally assist with research questions, technology, downloading ebooks, resume/job search questions, and more. Please call 508-358-2311, ext. 24 to set upan appointment with one of our reference librarians.
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Archaeology for Genealogists. All are welcome to the monthly meeting of the Massachusetts Society of Genealogists- Middlesex Chapter. Following a brief business meeting, Wayland resident Tonya Largy will give a talk titled “Archaeology for Genealogists.” Saturday, January 13 at 1:30 p.m
CALLING ALL COMIC BOOK ARTISTS. The Library will be hosting our first-ever ComicCon Wayland on Saturday, April 7. If you would like to have a table to show off your books, or would like to lead a workshop, please contact Youth Services Librarian Pam McCuen. If your art is for adults, contact Reference Librarian Rachel Sideman-Kurtz.
Police to offer Adult R.A.D. Training (Rape Aggression Defense Systems). When: the class will total 12 hours and be conducted in 4 sessions (January 16, 18, 23 and 25, 6-9pm) at Wayland Town Hall (Large Hearing Room). Cost: The class is free. The class is open to females who reside or work in Wayland. Class size is limited. If interested, contact Detective Sergeant Jamie Berger (508-358-1722 or email jberger@wayland.ma.us)Click herefor details.
Announcing Mini-grant Funding for Projects in Effective Teen Relationships & Violence Prevention, the Arts, and Community Service
Following the success of past years, The Lauren Dunne Astley Memorial Fund is offering an exciting program to fund small projects in three areas: Effective Teen Relationships & Violence Prevention, the Arts, and Community Service.
In Lauren’s spirit and memory, small grants are now available for individuals and groups with dynamic project ideas in any of the above areas.Keep On Sparkling! Interested parties are invited to complete an online application by January 31, 2018. New applicants encouraged! Please visit www.laurendunneastleymemorialfund.org
Arts Wayland Holiday Small Works Exhibit and Reception at the Library.This show will feature original paintings and photographs in a wide variety of styles and materials, sized 12″ x 12″ or smaller, by over 20 local artists.
Registration open for Baseball Winter Clinics and Spring Baseball and Softball
Baseball Winter Clinics. Championships are made in the offseason! Get a head start on the season with Wayland Little League’s Winter Clinics available for baseball players ages 7-16. There are two separate clinics: an 8-week session focusing on throwing, hitting, and fielding, and a 4-week session later in the season dedicated to pitching and catching. These sessions will be held Sunday afternoons starting in January at Doug Carroll Baseball Academy in the nearby Saxonville area of Framingham. Each clinic will feature instruction from Wayland Little League coaches and Doug Carroll instructors.Registration is now open with an early bird discount of $30 for registrations paid by November 15th. Registration closes 12/31/17. These clinics are expected to sell out so register now at www.waylandlittleleague.org
Spring Baseball and Softball. Registration is now open for all spring 2018 Wayland Little League baseball and softball programs including our newly-introduced T-Ball Spinners program for boys and girls ages 5-6. All baseball programs are transitioning to age-based programs to align with Little League International, with specific divisions for each age group: Sea Dogs (ages 7), Paw Sox (ages 8), Minors (ages 9-10), Majors (ages 11-12), and Babe Ruth (ages 13-16). Dedicated softball programs begin for kids in grades 2-3 (Rookie) and continue on for grades 4-5 (Juniors) and grades 6-8 (Seniors). An early bird discount of $25 is available for registrations paid by November 30. Registration for all spring programs close 12/31/17. To learn more about the spring baseball and softball programs and to register, visit www.waylandlittleleague.org.
Raise your voice with Golden Tones chorus! If you love music and enjoy singing pop classics and show tunes for a variety of audiences, come to an open rehearsal, every Tuesday, 10am-12pm at the Wayland Senior Center. There are no auditions and no attendance requirements, only a friendly group of music-lovers from all over MetroWest. To learn more, visit goldentones.org, or call 508-318-6318. The chorus, now 29 years young, performs almost 50 concerts a year, many to disadvantaged audiences and also at community events and schools. You can help continue this outreach with a tax-deductible gift at goldentones.org.
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Events and Happenings
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Martin Luther King Jr. Dinner and Program. 
Upcoming Storytimes
Announcing Mini-grant Funding for Projects in Effective Teen Relationships & Violence Prevention, the Arts, and Community Service
The Wayland Depot Adds Holiday Hours. 
Registration open for Baseball Winter Clinics and Spring Baseball and Softball
Raise your voice with Golden Tones chorus! 
