Become A soccer ref!
Interested in becoming a Referee? Ages 14 and up, adults are very welcome! $25-$35 per hour! Plus Bonuses. Start by looking at this website: https://www.massref.net/becoming-a-referee/steps-to-become-referee/ Reach out to WaylandSoccer01778@gmail.com for more information.
Cradles to Crayons donation drive
Loker School 47 Loker St. +4 moreTime for spring cleaning and donations! Wayland is hosting Cradles to Crayons this spring to collect new & gently used kids clothes (now accepting sizes newborn through adult XL), shoes, winter coats, boots and books to support local children living in homeless or low-income situations. *Please note they no longer accept toys* see what donations Cradles to Crayons will accept – https://www.cradlestocrayons.org/boston/take-action/donate-goods/items-we-accept Bring your donations to any of the following spots between April 23-May 15 – Loker (storage bin in parking lot), Claypit Hill, Happy Hollow, Wayland Creative (permanent bin), Wayland High School or Wayland Library.
Reflections of a Travel Addict with Matt Davis
Wayland Free Public Library 5 Concord RoadColliding with a kangaroo in Australia, navigating Italy’s strict dining customs, strolling the shore of the Sea of Galilee… Join author and traveler Matt Davis as he discusses childhood influences that inspired his love of travel. Matt will share stories, photos, and travel advice from his book At Home in the World: Reflections of a Travel Addict. Copies will be available for sale. Raytheon Room or Zoom. Register: https://tinyurl.com/wyl-davis
Cocktails & Conversations: A Fundraiser
sandy Burr Country Club 103 Cochituate Road, WaylandCome share in an uplifting evening that shines a light on inclusion, connection, and possibility. Celebrate the impactful work of The Guild for Human Services’ empowering initiatives for youth and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Hosted by Guild Trustees Valerie Frissora, Will Kinlaw, Andrea Kraemer, Mike McDonnell, and Robert Sousa Appetizers will be provided.
Mosaic Jewelry Workshop
Amy Marks Studio Waltham 111 Riverview Avenue, WalthamWith Mother’s Day around the corner, this special mosaic jewelry workshop provides a fun way to celebrate mothers and the other women in your life, including daughters, cousins, grandmothers, mothers, significant others. Saturday, May 3, from 2 to 4:30 p.m. in mosaic artist Amy Marks’ studio in Waltham. Silver-plated pendant bases, rings, bracelets and earring blanks, and all the glass, china, beads, jewels and bling will be porovided. No previous jewelry or mosaic experience is needed. Feel free to bring beverages and snacks to share. The course fee includes all supplies to make one piece of jewelry.Sign up at artswayland.com/pages/special-mosaic-jewelry-workshop-may-2025.
Great Presenter: Xujun Eberlein
Wayland Free Public Library 5 Concord RoadEveryone has stories to tell, but what are the tricks to tell them even when English is your second language? In a world where writers are as likely to be attacked as admired, why write at all, and especially why write nonfiction instead of fiction? Xujun Eberlein shares her own journey as a writer, her experiences with censorship and cross-cultural communication, and her goals of telling a personal story that is universal in its elements and transcends cultural boundaries. She will use her Best American Essay, “Ms. Daylily,” to discuss both the emergence of a personal story, and the craft
Kids Closet
Community United Methodist Church 80 Main Street, WaylandFamilies with young children wearing Newborn-6T clothes are invited to come fill a bag with clothes they need. Families also have the opportunity to donate gently used clothing their children have outgrown.
STAMP OUT HUNGER
Food Drive – SECOND SATURDAY IN MAY PUT YOUR NON-PERISHABLE DONATION IN A BAG BY YOUR MAILBOX. WE’LL DELIVER IT TO A LOCAL FOOD BANK
Weston-Wayland Children’s Business Fair
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the Weston-Wayland Children’s Business Fair—a dynamic celebration of young entrepreneurial spirit! This one-day marketplace is part of the largest entrepreneurship event for kids in North America, inspiring children to unleash their creativity and discover their inner entrepreneurs. On May 17th, the Weston Town Green will come alive with energy and innovation as 50 amazing kidpreneurs showcase their unique businesses. These talented young minds will take on the full entrepreneurial journey—developing a brand, creating innovative products or services, crafting compelling marketing strategies, and bringing their ideas to life at their business booths. With over
Blues and Trouble Masterclass
First Parish in Wayland 225 Boston Post RoadThe Margaret Stewart Lindsay Masterclass Series is proud to present BLUES AND TROUBLE: AMERICAN STORIES ON RECORD Featuring world-renowned blues masters Paul Rishell and Annie Raines This masterclass, offered by Arts Wayland, and thanks to a generous grant from the Margaret Stewart Lindsay Foundation, is in co-sponsorship with First Parish in Wayland. When: Sunday, May 18th at 2:00 pm Where: First Parish in Wayland Cost: All masterclasses in the series are FREE for Arts Wayland members. Otherwise, tickets are $25 per person. This event will blend fascinating storytelling with a thrilling performance to create a powerful, immersive learning experience. This
Steve Uliss Culinary Foundation Announces First Annual BBQ & Birdies Golf Tournament
Marlborough Country Club Concord Road, MarlboroughMarlborough, MA – The Steve Uliss Culinary Foundation is proud to announce its First Annual BBQ & Birdies Golf Tournament, set to take place at the prestigious Marlborough Country Club on June 3, 2025. The event will kick off with an 8:00 AM continental breakfast, followed by a 9:00 AM shotgun start. The tournament will conclude with Reception and Dinner at Firefly’s BBQ, celebrating beloved restauranteur Steve Uliss, and his love for great food, community, and family. All proceeds from this exciting event will directly benefit the Steve Uliss Culinary Foundation, which is dedicated to supporting students who are looking