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Wayland residents to participate in Boston Marathon® Jimmy Fund Walk presented by Hyundai. Twenty-four residents from Wayland will participate in the Boston Marathon® Jimmy Fund Walk presented by Hyundai on Sunday, October 2. Haley Cohn, Lauren Grant, Rachel Tolmach, Harris Cohn, Jennifer Altreuter, Lewis Cohn, Lindsey Carapezza, Sara Berenson, Jen Gorke, Amanda Moran, and 14 Wayland residents along with thousands of other walkers, will participate in the iconic annual event that will unite the community to raise funds to support all forms of adult and pediatric care and cancer research at the nation’s premier cancer center, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. The Jimmy Fund Walk has raised more than $155 million for Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in its 33-year history.
Ellie Levine, age eight, and Chloe Marzilli, age eight, will participate as Walk Heroes for the Boston Marathon Jimmy Fund Walk. Heroes are matched with Jimmy Fund Walk teams to give participants an opportunity to connect with patients. Ellie was diagnosed with B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia and is matched with Definitive Cares. “The Jimmy Fund has been so nice to me,” Ellie says. “My hobby is soccer. My interest is technology. When I grow up, I want to be a doctor.”
Chloe was diagnosed with rhabdomyosarcoma. Chloe’s family walks on her Match Team, Chloe’s Sunshine Squad. “The Jimmy Fund is an extension of our family,” Chloe says. “We couldn’t fight this fight without their expertise, care, and support.”
Participants have the flexibility to choose from four distance options: 5K Walk (3.1 miles from Dana-Farber Cancer Institute), 10K Walk (6.2 miles from Newton), Half Marathon Walk (13.1 miles from Wellesley), or Marathon Walk (26.2 miles from Hopkinton). Participants can also choose to join the event virtually by “walking their way” from wherever they are most comfortable—in their neighborhood, on a favorite hiking trail, or on a treadmill at home. Virtual programming and supporting materials are available.
To register for the Jimmy Fund Walk (#JimmyFundWalk) or to support a walker, visit www.JimmyFundWalk.org or call (866) 531-9255. Registrants can enter the promo code NEWS for $5 off the registration fee. All registered walkers will receive a bib, medal, and a Jimmy Fund Walk T-shirt.
Neighbor Brigade Announces 10th Anniversary Pam’s Run 5K/10K.
This year marks the tenth anniversary of Pam’s Run, one of New England’s largest charity 5K Run or Walk, 10K Run and Kids’ Run for ages 2-9. Pam’s Run is the signature event supporting Neighbor Brigade, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization that supports local families facing sudden crises. The race will take place on Sunday, October 16 at Claypit Hill School in Wayland. Chief Human Resources Officer of Reliant Medical Group, 1983 Wayland High School graduate and childhood friend of Neighbor Brigade founder Pam Manikas Washek, Joe Ricciardi will emcee the event with registration tables opening at 8:15 a.m. and the first gun going off at 10:00 a.m.
Pam’s Run is dedicated to the memory and legacy of Pam Manikas Washek, a tireless champion for families facing sudden crisis. Pam was inspired to found Neighbor Brigade (formerly Wayland Angels) in 2002 while battling cancer. Her vision was to help others in crisis with free and immediate services provided by fellow community members. It is a simple idea with tremendous impact in providing relief while strengthening the fabric of a community, according to the Neighbor Brigade website. Pam’s sister and Pam’s Run Race Director Joanna Manikas states, “Pam’s dream was to spread the mission of neighbors helping neighbors to as many communities as possible, because ‘who wouldn’t want to live in a community like that?”” Sadly, Pam lost her battle with cancer in 2012. Ten years later, Pam’s mission lives on through the twenty-eight Neighbor Brigade chapters throughout Massachusetts and beyond, the thousands of volunteers and their services to thousands of families in need, and through Pam’s Run.
Since the inaugural event in 2013, Pam’s Run has gained increasing notoriety as one of the foremost 5K/10K races in New England. With marked routes throughout tree-lined backstreets of Wayland, Pam’s Run offers several age divisions with prizes for the top three placers in each division. Every participant in the Kids’ Run will receive a ribbon. All runners and walkers that register before September 29th will receive an early bird discount and commemorative t-shirt.
In addition to the race, there will be live music by local cover band Daddios, food trucks, a kids’ tent filled with activities and an obstacle course. There is truly something for everyone at Pam’s Run.
Pam’s Run Planning Committee Needs Your Help! For those that don’t want to walk or run but still want to help ensure the day is a success, there are two ways to contribute:
* Sponsorship: As with any non-profit charitable organization, this event would be not be possible without the generosity and financial support of sponsors. Several sponsorship levels are available and can be viewed at https://pamsrun.com/sponsorship/.
* Volunteers: Pam’s Run is an enormous undertaking that requires the help of more than 120 volunteers on race day. Whether you sign up as a course marshal, water station attendant, finish line support or wherever is needed, there is a role for everyone and no experience is necessary! High school students who need community service hours are encouraged to sign up. Please visit https://pamsrun.com/volunteer/ to sign up.
To register or to obtain more information about Pam’s Run visit the website at https://pamsrun.com/ or email Race Director Joanna Manikas at pamsrundirector@gmail.com.
Wayland CERT Training comes to Wayland beginning September 27.
This fall and early winter, Wayland’s Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) will be conducting training for those who are interested in becoming members of the CERT team. Training will take place on Tuesday evenings, 7-9pm, beginning September 27 at the Wayland Public Safety Building, at the intersection of routes 27 and 20, and will run for 10 weeks.
In addition to this multi-week, comprehensive training course, CERT also conducts sessions on a variety of relevant topics throughout the year.
CERT is comprised of volunteer residents of Wayland who are willing to assist the town in the event of any emergency that requires additional backup resources. CERT’s main responsibility is to operate and staff the town’s emergency shelter, located at the Wayland Middle School, in the event of a disaster caused by blizzards, hurricanes, or other situations forcing people to leave their homes to seek shelter.
CERT operates under the direction of Wayland’s Emergency Management Director (Police Chief) and the Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC).
No special skills are required to join CERT. The standard FEMA training program offered covers such items as disaster preparedness, fire safety, disaster medical operations including CPR and first aid, light search and rescue operations, CERT organization, and terrorism. In practice, the CERT team is divided up into several sub-teams, including shelter, first aid, animal rescue and care, and general support. Once trained, members participate when available and to the extent of their comfort level.
So please consider becoming a member of Wayland CERT and learn how to take care of yourself, family and neighbors in the event of an emergency! For more information, and to register for the upcoming training, please contact Joseph Gordon, Wayland CERT Coordinator, or Doug Leard, LEPC Chairman.
24th Dudley Pond 5k Run, Walk and Kids Fun Run, September 18. 5K Run, 2 mile Walk, Kids Fun Run by scenic Dudley Pond. Benefits preservation of beautiful public watershed. USATF sanctioned. Day of race registration is available: $20 for runners and walkers, $6 for kids’ run entrants. Registration is online here
Library seeking volunteer coding teachers for Girls Who Code. The Wayland Library Girls Who Code Club is looking for volunteer facilitators for the 2022-2023 academic year. Affiliated with the national Girls Who Code organization (girlswhocode.com) and its mission of closing the gender gap in technology, the Wayland club brings together girls for hands-on learning about code and technology. The Wayland library plans to have two clubs: one for girls in grades 3-5 and one for girls in grades 6 and up. Enthusiasm for working with the girls is required; technical skill is helpful but not necessary, especially if you are willing to learn along with them. If you are interested, or would like to know more, please contact Head of Youth Services, Pam McCuen, at pmccuen@minlib.net
Wayland Community Fund serving Wayland residents temporarily in need of financial assistance. Please call us if you need help!
The Wayland Community Fund (WCF) provides short-term emergency financial assistance to Wayland residents who have lived in Wayland for at least one year. WCF provides funding for basic needs such as utilities, rent, food, medical bills, and other living expenses. Please call us if you need help with your bills, 508-358-3624 or go to the town website for an application.
Join the MRC! New Medical Reserve Corps Volunteers are always needed! We have a great group of volunteers, however, we would love to recruit new members. If you are interested in helping out your community and would like to volunteer please contact the Health Department at Health@wayland.ma.us.
Upcoming Meetings
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 Calendar to confirm meeting times, locations and agenda. There can be updates from when we capture the schedule below.
Note: Links to all remote and hybrid meetings are available via this page
Monday, September 19
* Trust Fund Commission, 12:30pm [Remote]. Agenda includes: public comment and commissioners’ response, FY22 Annual Report
* Finance Subcommittee of the School Committee, 4pm [In Person]. Agenda includes: operating budget and revolving funds, FY24 budget, support organization reporting update, facilities study update
* Board of Health, 6:30pm [Hybrid] Agenda includes: Animal keeping permit for chickens, turkeys and emus (202 Boston Post Rd), animal keeping permit regulations overview, updates on department activity and projects, COVID 19 updates
* Select Board, 7pm [Hybrid] Agenda includes: ARPA subcommittee report, remote participation, Glezen Lane Traffic forum follow-up, Town Manager Search
Tuesday, September 20
* Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee, 7pm. [Remote] Agenda includes: volunteering and training for community reporting line, engaging community volunteers, Cultural Council grant opportunity, planning a town-wide multicultural event, public education programs
* Board of Public Works, 6:30pm [Remote] Agenda includes: irrigation permit, PFAS project update, Hultman water connection, MWRA conversion, MassDEP review of Old South Landfill test pit diggings, sidewalk from Cow Commons to Sedgemeadow Rd, BoPW vacancies, continuation of water restrictions
* Cable Advisory Committee, 6:30pm [Remote] Agenda includes: update on negotiation with Verizon, WayCAM streaming membership, capital requests for studio equipment for town meetings
Thursday, September 22
* No meetings currently scheduled
Friday, September 23
* No meetings currently scheduled
Announcements
New Listings
The latest from the Wayland Library (full newsletter online here).
Note: Most events require registration. Please visit the Wayland Library calendar for registration links.
Adult Services:
* Virtual Author Talks:
* Simon Winchester (September 20)
* Building Rte. 128 (September 22)
* Hernan Diaz and Trust (September 27)
* Ask a Medicare Plan Options Expert (September 20)
* ONE Read Discussion Group (September 23)
* The Opening of China and the Chinese American Experience (September 28)
* Rosh Hashanah Storytime and Craft (September 21)
* Design a Box: Tinkercard Workshop (September 22)
* Make a Nature Mobile with Ms. Elise (September 28)
* Lego Club (October 5)
For Teens:
* Magic the Gathering for Teens (September 30)
* For Families: Outdoor Family Concert with Thomas Meunier. Join local musician Thomas Meunier for an outdoor family concert! He will get everyone singing with his repertoire of original songs and old favorites. A great way to reconnect with friends at the beginning of the school year! For all ages. Please register HERE or from our online eventkeeper calendar. Saturday, September 24, at 11:00 a.m.
Seeking Volunteer Coding Teachers. The Wayland Library Girls Who Code Club is looking for volunteer facilitators for the 2022-2023 academic year. Affiliated with the national Girls Who Code organization (girlswhocode.com) and its mission of closing the gender gap in technology, the Wayland club brings together girls for hands-on learning about code and technology. The Wayland library plans to have two clubs: one for girls in grades 3-5 and one for girls in grades 6 and up. Enthusiasm for working with the girls is required; technical skill is helpful but not necessary, especially if you are willing to learn along with them. If you are interested, or would like to know more, please contact Head of Youth Services, Pam McCuen at pmccuen@minlib.net
Wayland Health Department Encourages Residents to Register for Community Flu Clinics. Director Julia Junghanns announces that the Wayland Health Department and Medical Reserve Corps Volunteers are holding free injectable flu vaccine clinics throughout September and October for all interested individuals, and encourages everyone to book an appointment.
Clinics will be held on:
* Seniors Only Drive-Thru Clinic: Wednesday, Sept. 28, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the old Whole Foods parking lot at Wayland Village Plaza, 297 Boston Post Road. Register here.
* Drive-Thru Clinic: Wednesday, Oct. 12, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the old Whole Foods parking lot at Wayland Village Plaza, 297 Boston Post Road. Registration will open Sept. 29.
* Monday, Oct. 17, from 4-7 p.m. in the Large Hearing Room at Town Hall, 41 Cochituate Road. Registration will open Sept. 29.
The Wayland Depot has fabulous gifts for you and all your special occasions. Soft cloth books for babies, unique hand-crafted jewelry, clever wooden boxes, beautiful scarves, pretty pottery, local honey and maple syrup are all available at the gift shop located in the historic Wayland train station. Wayland Booster apparel is also sold at The Depot. Stop on by!
Shop Small Shop Local
Wednesday – Saturday, 10am – 4pm
One Cochituate Road, Wayland, MA 01778
thewaylanddepot.com 508-358-5386
Worldwide Debut of Boston Based Film “Growing Through Covid-19”
A new full-length documentary film called “Growing Through Covid-19” features Russell’s Garden Center. This is an emotional yet uplifting film about the small business struggles faced during covid-19 and the happiness people found from gardening. It illustrates the support and love of a family business and their employees, along with the customers who rallied around them.
The film will be making its worldwide debut at the Boston Film Festival. It will be available to view virtually from September 22nd through September 26th only. To view a trailer and purchase tickets (available now) click here or visit growingthroughcovid19.com. For complete details, click here.
Fall Flute and Piano Recital, Sunday, October 23 at 5pm at First Parish in Wayland. Join us for a concert of baroque, classical and jazz works, performed by Wayland locals Claire Sehringer, flute and Eve Budnick, piano. Composers include J.S. Bach, Reinecke, Rachmaninoff. 1 hour concert with short reception to follow
First Parish in Wayland: Encountering Difference. Please join us on September 25 at 10am for a service on the topic, “Encountering Difference.” Our world is rife with varied opinions and differences—including about religion. As a country devoted to religious freedom, the U.S. has become a widely religiously diverse nation, despite efforts by some to define the U.S. as a “Christian Nation.” What is at stake in defining the U.S. as a haven for religious pluralism or as a Christian nation? The Rev. Dr. Stephanie May will lead the service. For in-person attendance, please see our latest Covid protocols at https://www.uuwayland.org/covid-information/. You may also watch our services on Facebook or contact our office for Zoom information. To sign up for our newsletter, visit: https://www.uuwayland.org/NewsSignup.
From the COA
Weston COA: Local and Global Discussion Group to discuss Dana Milbank’s The Deconstructionists at October 13. Amidst all the current political turmoil – the search of Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lag residence, constant accusations of racial injustice, school shootings, stock market fluctuations, the war in Ukraine, Fauci’s resignation and his Covid legacy – the Local and Global Discussion Group of the Weston Council on Aging will review the recent bestseller The Deconstructionists: The Twenty-Five Year Crack-Up of the Republican Party by Dana Milbank at its October 13 meeting. Milbank is a popular Washington Post columnist and The Deconstructionists has been described as a “scathing history” of a quarter century of Republican attempts to hold on to political power by any means necessary. The book, which is available on Amazon, is more than 400 pages long; for those who don’t wish to read the entire work, a number of summaries are also available on Amazon. The meeting will be hybrid, meaning that discussants can participate in person or via Zoom. It will take place from 1:15 to 3 pm. Anyone who is interested in a civil discussion of the issues with a wide variety of participants is welcome to attend. Just show up at the Council on Aging at the appointed time or contact Susan Wagner (susanwgnr@gmail.com, 508-733-8810) for a Zoom link or if you have questions/comments.
Announcements from Prior Newsletters
Event Listings from the W Gallery:
The September Exhibit Online Through September 30. Take some time to view the spectacular collection of art in our online September exhibit. The genres range in style, and the talent on display is second to none. This exhibit will be available for viewing through September 30th.
The beloved Arts Wayland jazz concert series will resume with the band “Neil’s Trio with guest artist Phil Grenedier” in a beautiful new venue, the Weston AIC (356 Boston Post Road, Weston MA). In this new venue, pianist Neil Olmstead is joined by the intuitive bassist Barry Smith and the ever-colorful Casey Scheuerell on drums.
In this one day workshop you will learn how to design a beautiful round mosaic mirror. You’ll create intricate and simple patterns using the richness of millefiori, beads, recycled jewelry and glass. The possibilities are endless. You’ll also learn about the benefits of using apoxie sculpt as an adhesive (no grouting!) as well as the basics of color and design theory.
Grab a ten minute/2 song slot by signing in on the chalkboard at the door. We’ve got a full PA, however we ask that singers bring their own microphones if possible. Our stage is large enough to hold a small band. Light percussion is welcome! The gallery has very comfortable seating, room for safe distancing if desired, great acoustics, and a wonderfully respectful listening audience!
Arts Wayland Presents an evening of painting pictures with words and music with four award winning songwriters from all four corners of Massachusetts.
Rep. Gentile to hold September District Office Hours. State Representative Carmine Gentile (D-Sudbury) will hold virtual office hours on Monday, September 26. Office hours are for constituents only. Meetings will take place via Microsoft Teams video call, 11am-1pm.Residents of the 13th Middlesex District (Sudbury; Wayland: Precincts 1, 2, 3; Marlborough: Ward 1, Ward 2: Precinct 2, Ward 7: Precinct 1; Framingham: Precinct 3) are encouraged to schedule a time to talk with Representative Gentile and his staff.
Any constituent who wishes to speak to Representative Gentile can sign up for a 20-minute time slot by emailing Rep. Gentile’s legislative aide, Ravi Simon, at ravi.simon@mahouse.gov. Constituents signing up for a meeting must provide their full name, address, phone number, email, and their discussion topic. Please provide all necessary details in describing the topic of discussion so the Representative may prepare for the meeting. Individuals should make sure that they have the appropriate equipment and good internet service for a video call.
For any questions regarding office hours and other matters, please email Rep. Gentile’s legislative aide, Ravi Simon.
Metrowest Readers Fest announces community-wide read of Thank You, Mr. Nixon by Gish Jen. MetroWest Readers Fest announces its second annual regional community-wide read called ONE. The title for this year’s initiative is Thank You, Mr. Nixon, a short story collection by the acclaimed writer Gish Jen. In this collection of 11 linked short stories, Jen “embarks on a fictional journey through U.S.-China relations, capturing the excitement of a world on the brink of tectonic change.” Thank You, Mr. Nixon was named the #1 Recommendation for AAPI Month by Oprah Daily, an Amazon Editor’s Pick for Best Literature & Fiction, and was called “marvelous” by Claire Oshetsky in the New York Times. In addition to Thank You, Mr. Nixon, Jen is the author of eight other books and has had short stories selected for The Best American Short Stories five times, including The Best American Short Stories of the Century, edited by John Updike. Gish Jen is currently a Visiting Professor at Harvard. For more details, click here.
Wayland Dads’ Father-Daughter Breakfast Club. One of the best and longest-standing town traditions, the Wayland Dads Father-Daughter Breakfast Club is back! Open to all Wayland elementary school aged girls K-5 and their fathers, these breakfasts are a great way to connect with other Wayland dads and daughters in a fun, welcoming environment. We meet one morning a month at Mel’s Commonwealth Cafe throughout the school year to enjoy breakfast, share town updates and kids’ highlights, and end with a fun prize raffle. If you are interested in signing up or learning more, please email evanberenson@gmail.com.
Children’s Business Fair – Weston and Wayland. Calling all young entrepreneurs, ages 6-14. Applications are now open to the 2nd Annual Weston Wayland Children’s Business Fair on Saturday, October 15. The Business Fair is an annual one-day marketplace where young entrepreneurs can showcase their businesses and obtain firsthand experiences in the business world. Children are provided with a way to discover their entrepreneurial talents. And our event stands out as something unique to offer to instill leadership, courage, perseverance, and responsibility into young hearts and minds and succeed in creating a self-made business.
We will host approximately 25 booths at the 2nd annual event on October 15, 11am-3pm. Space is limited. Inquire now. This event is hosted by the Rotary Club of Weston and Wayland and sponsored by Acton Academy, the Acton School of Business, and the generous support of our donors and volunteers. We all believe that entrepreneurs are heroes and role models for the next generation.
How to Register: For more information and to register, please click here. Spaces are limited. Registration deadline is September 16. Cost: Free. Complete details online here.
Golden Tones Chorus is back – come sing with us! Created in Wayland in 1988, Golden Tones chorus offers a non-auditioned, come-when-you-can singing opportunity for MetroWest people of retirement age. With weekly daytime rehearsals September through May, and now booking live concerts for the community, the chorus welcomes anyone who loves music. No choir experience? No music-reading skills? No worries! We make it easy and fun! Visit us at goldentones.org, email office@goldentones.org, or call us at 508-318-6318.
Musicians of the Old Post Road’s announces its 22-23 Season: Forgotten Voices – A Season of Discovery. For over three decades, the period instrument chamber ensemble Musicians of the Old Post Road has delighted in introducing audiences to “rediscovered” works from the Baroque through the Romantic. For its 34th season, entitled Forgotten Voices – A Season of Discovery, the ensemble offers more revived works than ever, curating each mainstage concert program and its new online Delving Deeper episode to feature little-known composers worthy of celebration. This season, the group resumes its full in-person concert schedule and in-person subscriptions while continuing to offer online subscriptions. There will be two performances of each program—one in Boston, and one in Wayland, Sudbury, or Worcester—reuniting concertgoers with the beautiful ambiance of historical venues. Learn more online here
The Country Store Yard & Bake Sale. Saturday, September 17, 10 am-1 pm. A super special place that is very popular—our Country Store usually found at our Nov. Fair—is jumping ahead to an earlier date. As usual, look for lots of useful “second time around” household items, sports equipment, books, odds and ends. A fun place to browse and perhaps find something you want but really don’t need ! Buy it anyway ! Plan to buy some treats at the Bake table and enjoy a hot dog lunch, too. Hosted by United Women in Faith at Community United Methodist Church, 80 Main St., Cochituate Village, Wayland, MA. Our “Christmas Potpourri” Fair will be Saturday, November 19.
The Wayland Cultural Council (WCC) is seeking new members. A town committee, members are appointed by the Select Board. Working as part of the MA Cultural Council, the WCC distributes state allocated funds into the community through a grant process which kicks off in September. The Council would love to onboard new members ahead of this exciting time. Meetings are the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. and are currently occurring by Zoom. If you could be interested to join or have general questions about what’s involved, email wccmembers@wayland.ma.us or visit their webpage. Also follow the Council on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
Vokes Players announces its production of August Wilson’s The Piano Lesson. Tony and Pulitzer winner August Wilson, one of the top dramatists of the 20th century, wrote The Piano Lesson as part of his 10-play “Century Cycle” (which also includes Fences and Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom) that tells of the African-American experience through the decades. This Pulitzer-winning play, although modest in its storytelling, displays Wilson’s uncanny ability to capture a snapshot of humanity, in a supernatural-laced story set in 1936 Pittsburgh. Boy Willie, wanting to be his own boss and to own his own land, wants to sell a piano that resides in his sister’s home. This piano has huge family and cultural significance, and his sister Berniece refuses to part with it. Their fight culminates in a stand-off in which the family and the community gather to give witness, as the siblings bear the weight of history and eventually come to honor it. Performances are Thursday-Saturday, 8pm with 2pm matinees on Saturday. More details and ticket information online here
Wayland Summer Farmers’ Market The Wayland Summer Farmers’ Market takes place weekly on Wednesdays from 12-4pm, June 29 through October 12 at Russell’s Garden Center in Wayland.
A total of 36 vendors will join us during the season, with up to 22 vendors attending weekly. Invite a friend and join us for local foods shopping and lunch in the shade. Three vegetable farms will attend. Vendors will also bring meat, seafood, eggs, maple syrup, honey, jam, cheese, spices, frozen prepared foods (dumplings, tamales, empanadas, lasagna, pot pies), granola, bread, baked goods, bagels, coffee and nut butter. Look for the bright pink Uncle Joey’s Cannoli truck weekly.
New this season: The Village Bank has generously offered funding to support a $15 weekly SNAP Match benefit for those enrolled in the program. Stay in touch with the latest news on the Farmers’ Market website. To find out who will attend each week, sign up for the market email through the website link.
Coming this Fall: Wayland Junior Broadway.Wayland Junior Broadway is an opportunity for 5th graders at the three elementary schools to participate in an afterschool Musical. The Production Team (Directors, Choreographers, Music Directors, Technicians, etc.) would be older high school students already involved in the Wayland High School Theater Ensemble (WHSTE). The Advisor for Wayland Junior Broadway will be Aidan O’Hara, the Drama Teacher and Director at Wayland High School.
The title for this inaugural year is still TBD, but it will be a recognizable and super fun musical that has a running time of about an hour.
Wayland Junior Broadway will run from mid-September 2022, thru January 2023. Rehearsals (and performances) will be at Wayland High School on Wednesdays, 2-4:15 or 4:30pm (with more rehearsals the weeks during January). Performances will be Friday, January 20, 2023 at 7pm, and Saturday, January 21, 2023 at 5pm.
Wayland Junior Broadway will be a collaborative effort between WHSTE and WSCP (Wayland Schools Community Programs.)
Reserve your spot and register online here. Contact Wayland High School Drama Teacher & Director Aidan O’Hara with any questions Complete details online here
Discovery Museum celebrates its 40th Anniversary, Special programs and events including free outdoor movie nights, accessible arts performances, a free-admission day, a 21+ party, and more will be held June through October. Most events require advance registration, unless noted otherwise. Click here for a an event list, and more information.
Office hours with Select Board member Adam Gutbezahl. Select Board Member Adam Gutbezahl invites you to attend his weekly remote, virtual office hours. Please feel free to sign up to ask questions, discuss topics of interest, or simply say hello. Office hours are held on Wednesday evenings from 7:30-9pm and Thursday afternoons from 12-2pm. You can reserve an appointment online through Calendly.
Office Hours with Senator Rausch: Senator Rausch has shifted her monthly in-person office hours to remote, virtual office hours held on Fridays. Conversations with the Senator and her staff will take place via phone call or video conference. During these virtual office hours, residents from any part of the Norfolk, Bristol and Middlesex District are welcome to share their questions and opinions on state issues with Senator Rausch and her staff. Any constituent may reserve a 15-minute appointment. Click here to sign up for a slot.
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