Events for July, 2010
Trolley Stop Tour of the Gore Place Grounds
This tour will focus on the agricultural history of the Governor Gore Estate
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | Gore Place |
| Where: | 52 Gore Street |
| When: |
July 2, 2010 |
| Hours: | 7pm |
| Admission: | Free |
| Phone: | (781) 894-2798 |
| Email: | |
| Website: | LINK |
| Handicapped: | No |
Family Events
July 4th events for the whole family.
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | City of Waltham |
| Where: | Prospect Hill Park |
| When: |
July 4, 2010 |
| Hours: | 10am - 2pm |
| Handicapped: | No |
Fireworks Display
Annual Fireworks display.
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | City of Waltham |
| Where: | Leary Field |
| When: |
July 4, 2010 |
| Hours: | 5:30-9:30pm |
| Admission: | Free |
| Handicapped: | Yes |
Tour of St. Mary's Church
Tour of the church.
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | St. Mary's Church |
| Where: | 133 School Street, Waltham, MA |
| When: |
July 5, 2010 |
| Hours: | 5pm |
| Handicapped: | Yes |
Behind the Scenes at the National Archives
A behind the scenes tour. Light refreshments will be served.
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | The National Archives |
| Where: | 380 Trapelo Road, Waltham, MA |
| When: |
July 6, 2010 |
| Hours: | 1-2pm |
| Admission: | Free |
| Handicapped: | Yes |
Genealogy Workshop: Censuses, Passenger Lists, Naturalizations
Workshop. Light refreshments will be served.
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | The National Archives |
| Where: | 380 Trapelo Road, Waltham, MA |
| When: |
July 6, 2010 |
| Hours: | 2-3:30pm |
| Admission: | Free |
| Handicapped: | Yes |
Night Sky Viewing
BU astronomer Andrew West, 8:30-10pm leads a tour of the night sky.
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | Waltham Fields Community Farm |
| Where: | 240 Beaver Street Waltham, MA |
| When: |
July 6, 2010 |
| Hours: | 8:30-10pm |
| Admission: | Free |
| Handicapped: | Yes |
Summer Concerts
The John Penny Band
Sponsored by: Danversbank
Special Children's performance at 6:15 pm - featuring "Benjamin Juggler and Clown" sponsored by Mary's Make a Wish Foundation in Memory of Mary Brasco.
Part of Historic Waltham Month
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | Waltham Arts Council |
| Where: | Waltham Common |
| When: |
July 6, 2010 |
| Hours: | 7-8:30pm |
| Admission: | Free |
| Handicapped: | Yes |
Concert in the Carriage House
Back Bay Guitar Trio
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | Gore Place |
| Where: | 52 Gore Street |
| When: |
July 7, 2010 |
| Hours: | 7:30PM |
| Admission: | 15.00 |
| Handicapped: | Yes |
Ice Cream Social
Ice Cream Social on the Library Lawn featuring Steve Taddeo & His Swing Senders on Wednesday, July 7th, 6:30 PM. Lizzie's Ice Cream $1.00.cup. BYO chairs or blankets.
Seating is limited. Please call 781-314-3425 x2 to reserve a place or register online under Events Calendar at waltham.lib.ma.us
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | Friends of the Waltham Public Library |
| Where: | 735 Main Street, Waltham MA 02451 |
| When: |
July 7, 2010 |
| Hours: | 6:30 PM |
| Admission: | Free |
| Phone: | 781-314-3425 x2 |
| Website: | LINK |
| Handicapped: | Yes |
Lecture on Native Americans
Lecture.
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | Waltham Museum |
| Where: | 25 Lexington Street, Waltham, MA |
| When: |
July 7, 2010 |
| Hours: | 2pm |
| Admission: | Free |
| Handicapped: | No |
Tour of St. Mary's Church
Tour of the church.
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | St. Mary's Church |
| Where: | 133 School Street, Waltham, MA |
| When: |
July 7, 2010 |
| Hours: | 5pm |
| Handicapped: | Yes |
Genealogy for Kids Workshop
Geneology For Kids. Light refreshments will be served.
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | The National Archives |
| Where: | 380 Trapelo Road, Waltham, MA |
| When: |
July 8, 2010 |
| Hours: | 2-3:30pm |
| Admission: | Free |
| Handicapped: | Yes |
Open House at The Lyman Estate
Open House. Greenhouse open 10am-4pm.
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | The Lyman Estate |
| Where: | 185 Lyman Street, Waltham, MA |
| When: |
July 8, 2010 |
| Admission: | Free |
| Handicapped: | Yes |
Tours of the National Archives
Tour.
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | The National Archives |
| Where: | 380 Trapelo Road, Waltham, MA |
| When: |
July 8, 2010 |
| Hours: | 7pm |
| Admission: | Free |
| Handicapped: | Yes |
Open House at The Lyman Estate
Open House
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | The Lyman Estate |
| Where: | 185 Lyman Street, Waltham, MA |
| When: |
July 9, 2010 |
| Hours: | 1-3:00PM |
| Admission: | Free |
| Handicapped: | No |
Metz Auto Day
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | Waltham Museum |
| Where: | 25 Lexington Street, Waltham, MA |
| When: |
July 10, 2010 |
| Hours: | 9am - 4pm |
| Handicapped: | No |
Service of Historic Morning Prayer and Tours of the Church
Service of Historic Morning Prayer at 9:00 and Tours of the Church until 11:00am.
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | Christ Church Episcopal |
| Where: | 750 Main Street, Waltham, MA |
| When: |
July 10, 2010 |
| Hours: | 9am - 11:00am |
| Admission: | Free |
| Handicapped: | Yes |
Super Sidewalk Saturdays
Super Sidewalk Sale Saturdays (Weather permitting) Stroll down Main and Moody Streets and discover bargains at area stores. Many stores will feature special sales and discounts on items both inside and outside their stores each Saturday in July.
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | Down Town Initiative |
| Where: | Main and Moody Streets |
| When: |
July 10, 2010 |
| Hours: | Varies |
| Handicapped: | Yes |
Trolley Stop Tour of the Gore Estate
Focus on the agricultural history of the Governor Gore Estate
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | Gore Place |
| Where: | 52 Gore Street, Waltham, MA |
| When: |
July 10, 2010 |
| Hours: | 11am |
| Admission: | Free |
| Handicapped: | Yes |
Trolley Ride to Top of Prospect Hill
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | Prospect Hill Park Advocacy Group |
| Where: | Prospect Hill Park |
| When: |
July 11, 2010 |
| Hours: | 2 & 3pm |
| Admission: | Free |
| Handicapped: | Yes |
Charles River: Headwaters of Invention
Lecture with Joe Hunter at RTN Federal Credit Union.
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | Waltham Historical Society |
| Where: | 600 Main Street, Waltham MA |
| When: |
July 13, 2010 |
| Hours: | 7-8:30pm |
| Admission: | Free |
| Handicapped: | Yes |
Summer Concerts
Classic Groove
Sponsored by: Gordon's Liquors
Part of Historic Waltham Month
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | Waltham Arts Council |
| Where: | Waltham Common |
| When: |
July 13, 2010 |
| Hours: | 7-8:30pm |
| Admission: | Free |
| Handicapped: | Yes |
Concert in the Carriage House
HuDost Duo
Wednesday, July 14 at 7:30pm
Admission $12, $8 members
Moksha Sommer and Jemal Wade Hines offer a rich, eclectic blending of traditional music from around the world. Their sound crosses all borders and barriers, taking the listener on a journey they will not soon forget.
in the Carriage House
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | Gore Place |
| Where: | 52 Gore Street, Waltham, MA |
| When: |
July 14, 2010 |
| Hours: | 7:30pm |
| Admission: | 12.00 |
| Handicapped: | Yes |
Lecture on Waltham Police History
Part of Historic Waltham Month
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | Waltham Museum |
| Where: | 25 Lexington Street, Waltham, MA |
| When: |
July 14, 2010 |
| Hours: | 2pm |
| Admission: | Free |
| Handicapped: | Yes |
Tours of the National Archives
Part of Historic Waltham Month
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | The National Archives |
| Where: | 380 Trapelo Road, Waltham, MA |
| When: |
July 15, 2010 |
| Hours: | 2pm |
| Admission: | Free |
| Handicapped: | Yes |
70th Reunion
Saint Mary’s & Saint Charles High, Waltham. Held at the Chateau Restaurant.
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | Waltham Museum |
| Where: | |
| When: |
July 17, 2010 |
| Hours: | 12noon |
| Admission: | 30.00 |
| Handicapped: | Yes |
Hands On History
Canceled
Interactive exhibits & activities
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | Charles River Museum Of Industry And Innovation |
| Where: | 154 Moody Street Waltham, MA |
| When: |
July 17, 2010 |
| Hours: | 10am-2pm |
| Handicapped: | Yes |
Super Sidewalk Saturdays
Super Sidewalk Sale Saturdays (Weather permitting) Stroll down Main and Moody Streets and discover bargains at area stores. Many stores will feature special sales and discounts on items both inside and outside their stores each Saturday in July.
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | Down Town Initiative |
| Where: | Main and Moody Streets |
| When: |
July 17, 2010 |
| Hours: | Varies |
| Admission: | Free |
| Handicapped: | Yes |
Waltham Walks at Stonehurst
Fun for all ages! Explore the forests, fields, rocks and hills of Stonehurst, the surrounding Storer Conservation Lands, and the Western Greenway. Go questing! Have fun trying one of Stonehurst's new self-guided treasure hunts or take a guided tour led by the Waltham Land Trust. Kids' activities with the Waltham YMCA and Healthy Waltham. Yoga Energizers by TriYoga Boston. Healthy snacks provided by Hannaford Supermarkets. Bring your water bottle and a picnic lunch. Rain or shine.
Guided Tour Schedule:
12:30 PM - Western Greenway Walk led by Waltham Land Trust
2:00 PM - Walk to ruins in the woods led by Stonehurst
3:00 PM - Tour of Stonehurst mansion led by Stonehurst
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | Stonehurst -Healthy Waltham - Waltham Land Trust |
| Where: | Stonehurst, 100 Robert Treat Paine Dr. |
| When: |
July 17, 2010 |
| Hours: | 12-4pm |
| Admission: | Free |
| Phone: | 781-314-3237 |
| Website: | LINK |
| Handicapped: | Yes |
Cooking with Tim Braceland
Well-known professional financial advisor, cookbook author and Waltham resident Timothy Braceland will delight guests with a cooking demonstration
and food sampling featuring his own original recipes at Gordon’s state-of-the-art culinary center.
Watch as Tim cooks up some mouth watering dishes, and sample the dishes that you’ll want to make at home!
Food and produce for cooking demonstration provided by Hannaford Supermarket of Waltham.
Gordon's Wine Expert will offer wine pairing suggestions for Tim's recipes.
This is a free event. Seating at Gordon's Culinary Center is limited and RSVP is necessary and on a first come basis.
To reserve seating call Sally at 781-891-1900
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | Gordon's Fine Wines Culinary Center |
| Where: | 894 Main Street, Waltham, MA |
| When: |
July 20, 2010 |
| Hours: | 6-8pm |
| Admission: | Free |
| Phone: | 781-891-1900 |
| Handicapped: | Yes |
Summer Concerts
Dick Donovans 18pc Orchestra
Directed by Steve Taddeo
Sponsored by: Watertown Savings Bank
Part of Historic Waltham Month
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | Waltham Arts Council |
| Where: | Waltham Common |
| When: |
July 20, 2010 |
| Hours: | 7-8:30pm |
| Admission: | Free |
| Handicapped: | Yes |
Concert in the Carriage House
Sinti Rhythm
Wednesday, July 21 at 7:30pm
Admission $12, $8 members
...an exciting string and wind quartet inspired by the music of the great gypsy guitarists. Sinti Rhythms perform a mix of traditional and original pieces.
in the Carriage House
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | Gore Estate |
| Where: | 52 Gore Street, Waltham, MA |
| When: |
July 21, 2010 |
| Hours: | 7:30pm |
| Admission: | 12.00 |
| Handicapped: | Yes |
Ice Age Waltham: The Ice Age Legacy of Waltham and the Greater Boston Basin
Lecture with Robin Hazard Ray.
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | Waltham Public Library |
| Where: | 735 Main Street, Waltham, MA |
| When: |
July 21, 2010 |
| Hours: | 7pm |
| Admission: | Free |
| Handicapped: | Yes |
Lecture on Waltham Military History
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | Waltham Museum |
| Where: | 25 Lexington Street, Waltham, MA |
| When: |
July 21, 2010 |
| Hours: | 2pm |
| Admission: | Free |
| Handicapped: | Yes |
Lecture on Waltham Watch Company
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | Waltham Museum |
| Where: | 25 Lexington Street, Waltham, MA |
| When: |
July 21, 2010 |
| Hours: | 7pm |
| Admission: | Free |
| Handicapped: | No |
Preserving Family Photos & Letters
Penny Andler of Creative Memories will give a talk on preserving your family photos and letters.
Penny will offer advice and tips on organizing and storing your precious family photographs, letters and other items for future generations.
Discussion will include scrapbooking, software program and other tools for preserving and organizing.
Guests are encouraged to bring a few photos and/or letters, childrens art or other precious items so that Penny may advise you.
Tea will be served. This is a free event. Seating is limited and
RSVP is necessay. Call Sally at 781-891-1900 to reserve your seat.
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | The Tea Leaf |
| Where: | 487 Moody Street, Waltham, MA |
| When: |
July 21, 2010 |
| Hours: | 6:30-8:15pm |
| Admission: | Free |
| Handicapped: | Yes |
Tea Talk & Tasting
Join certified tea specialist Sally Collura for a tea tasting and tea talk about tea traditions in New England and around the world.
Sally will also speak about tea for health and will answer any questions guests may have about tea.
This is a free event. Seating is limited, RSVP Sally at 781-891-1900
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | The Tea Leaf |
| Where: | 487 Moody Street, Waltham, MA |
| When: |
July 22, 2010 |
| Hours: | 6:30-7:45pm |
| Admission: | Free |
| Handicapped: | Yes |
Tours of the National Archives
Part of Historic Waltham Month.
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | The National Archives |
| Where: | 380 Trapelo Road, Waltham, MA |
| When: |
July 22, 2010 |
| Hours: | 7pm |
| Admission: | Free |
| Handicapped: | Yes |
Historic Bus Tour
Starts at Sacred Heart parking lot, 305 River Street, Waltham, MA. We’ll lunch on Waltham Common (drinks provided).
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | Waltham Museum |
| Where: | 25 Lexington Street, Waltham, MA |
| When: |
July 24, 2010 |
| Hours: | 9:30am-3:30pm |
| Admission: | 20.00 |
| Handicapped: | Yes |
Preserving Memories: Maintaining Family Photos and Memorabilia
Melissa Mannon, Archivist. Limited to 20 participants
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | Waltham Public Library |
| Where: | 735 Main Street, Waltham, MA |
| When: |
July 24, 2010 |
| Hours: | 2:30pm |
| Admission: | Free |
| Handicapped: | Yes |
Super Sidewalk Saturdays
Super Sidewalk Sale Saturdays (Weather permitting) Stroll down Main and Moody Streets and discover bargains at area stores. Many stores will feature special sales and discounts on items both inside and outside their stores each Saturday in July.
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | Down Town Initiative |
| Where: | Main and Moody Streets |
| When: |
July 24, 2010 |
| Hours: | Varies |
| Admission: | Free |
| Handicapped: | Yes |
Unwelcome Guests Who Came to Stay
Nature walk identifying invasive species. Refreshments served.
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | Girl Scout Museum At Cedar Hill |
| Where: | 265 Beaver Street, Waltham, MA |
| When: |
July 25, 2010 |
| Hours: | 2-4pm |
| Admission: | Free |
| Handicapped: | No |
Summer Concerts
Continentals
Sponsored by: Waltham Kiwanis Club
Part of Historic Waltham Month
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | Waltham Arts Council |
| Where: | Waltham Common |
| When: |
July 27, 2010 |
| Hours: | 7-8:30pm |
| Admission: | Free |
| Handicapped: | Yes |
Concert in the Carriage House
Bill Staines
Wed, July 28, 7:30pm
Admission $15, $10 members.
“Staines is one of the best songwriters in folk music today, penning lyrics that evoke a sense of place and a generous spirit to go along with his pretty melodies.”
- Associated Press
in the Carriage House
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | Gore Place |
| Where: | 52 Gore Street, Waltham, MA |
| When: |
July 28, 2010 |
| Hours: | 7:30pm |
| Admission: | 15.00 |
| Handicapped: | Yes |
Lecture on WCRB & Old Waltham
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | Waltham Museum |
| Where: | 25 Lexington Street, Waltham, MA |
| When: |
July 28, 2010 |
| Hours: | 2pm |
| Admission: | Free |
| Handicapped: | Yes |
Tours of the National Archives
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | The National Archives |
| Where: | 380 Trapelo Road, Waltham, MA |
| When: |
July 28, 2010 |
| Hours: | 2pm |
| Admission: | Free |
| Handicapped: | Yes |
Charles River, Riverwalk Along With Kevin Hollenbeck
Join Mr. Kevin Hollenbeck, West District Urban Parks Manager, Massachusetts Department of Recreation and Conservation and Councillor at Large Sally Collura on a walk-along and talk about the riverwalk, flora and fauna along the Charles River.
Mr. Hollenbeck will answer any questions walkers have regarding the downtown and urban parks of the DCR.
The walk begins at 6:00pm (rain or shine) and walkers should meet at the Moody Street Bridge near Cronin's landing and Margarita’s Restaurant at 5:50pm. Light refreshments will be available at the Carter Street sub-station following the walk.
Wear comfortable walking shoes or sneakers. This is a free event. For more information call Sally at 781-891-1900
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | Down Town Initiative |
| Where: | Main and Moody Streets |
| When: |
July 29, 2010 |
| Hours: | 6pm |
| Admission: | Free |
| Handicapped: | Yes |
Super Sidewalk Saturdays
Super Sidewalk Sale Saturdays (Weather permitting) Stroll down Main and Moody Streets and discover bargains at area stores. Many stores will feature special sales and discounts on items both inside and outside their stores each Saturday in July.
AT A GLANCE
| Sponsor: | Down Town Initiative |
| Where: | Main and Moody Streets |
| When: |
July 31, 2010 |
| Hours: | Varies |
| Admission: | Free |
| Handicapped: | Yes |