Arts Wayland December Member Exhibit Visit the Arts Wayland Gallery at 35 Andrew Ave, Wayland, or explore the show online through the end of the month! This beautiful December exhibit features 78 artworks by 19 talented artists, offering a vibrant and diverse collection perfect for holiday giving. All artwork is available for purchase—find a unique gift for someone special! Browse the exhibit online: www.artswayland.com
Enhance your colorful walk or bike along The Mass Central Rail Trail by stopping in to The Wayland Depot. The Wayland Depot, located in the historic train station in the center of Wayland, has hostess gifts, baby gifts, beautiful scarves and jewelry, local books, honey and maple syrup, plus Wayland Booster apparel. Stop in for that elusive find. Wednesday through Saturday, 10am - 4pm One Cochituate Road (rte. 27), Wayland, MA 01778 thewaylanddepot.com 508-358-5386
The Wayland Depot Open Every Day December 15 - 24 Collect those last minute hostess gifts, special treats, and local crafts. Vibrant potholders, scented candles, maple syrup, artisan chocolate, beautiful scarves and wool mittens, booster apparel, and many more creative gifts can be found at The Wayland Depot. Monday - Saturday 10am - 4pm. Sundays 12pm - 4pm One Cochituate Road, Wayland, MA 01778 thewaylanddepot.com 508-358-5386
Celebrate Community Wayland Center Holiday Open House Sunday, December 7, 12pm to 5pm at The Wayland Depot Shop at The Depot for holiday ornaments; local honey and maple syrup; beautiful jewelry and scarves; wooden bowls and boxes; artisan chocolate; local books and many more wonderful gifts to make your celebrations special. The Depot will be open Sundays 12 pm to 4 pm, December 7, 14, and 21. Wednesday - Saturday, 10am - 4pm Sundays 12pm - 4pm Extended holiday hours all week Dec. 15 - 24 One Cochituate Road, Wayland, MA 01778 thewaylanddepot.com 508-358-5386
The January Members Exhibit features a stunning collection of 44 artworks by 13 Arts Wayland artists. Spanning a variety of styles and mediums, this exhibit offers a vibrant snapshot of the creativity within our artist community. Explore the full exhibit online and discover new and inspiring work throughout the month of January. See the exhibit online or in person at 35 Andrew Ave, Wayland or at www.artswayland.com through the end of January.
Join us for an inspiring Watercolor Studio Class at the Arts Wayland Gallery (35 Andrew Ave)! Wednesdays, 5:45–7:15 PM • 8 Weeks • Starting January 7 Develop or refine your drawing and painting skills in this supportive, small-group studio class. Under the guidance of talented artist Rahul Ray, students will learn to draw objects three-dimensionally and bring them to life with watercolor. Great for both beginners and experienced artists—each participant is encouraged to grow their own unique style. Register now at www.artswayland.com
Thinking about running for office? Want to know more before deciding? Join the League of Women Voters of Wayland and the Wayland Free Public Library on January 7th at 7 pm on Zoom to learn more! Trudi Reid, Wayland Town Clerk, will be joined by Lea Anderson and Cherry Karlson to talk about the "nuts and bolts" of running for office--how to get your name on the ballot, how to organize a campaign, etc. Come with your questions and learn what you need to know about running for office here in Wayland! Register for the Zoom link at tinyurl.com/lwv-howto
Reset Your Nervous System: An Adult Creative Journey Into 2026 Arts Wayland Gallery | 4 Thursdays beginning January 8 10:30–11:45 AM Designed for adults, this 4-week creative series offers a grounding, neuroscience-based approach to closing out 2025 and stepping intentionally into 2026. More than an art class or vision board workshop, this is a hands-on experience that helps you regulate your nervous system, reduce stress, and rewire your inner state through non-verbal creative expression. Using rhythm, bilateral movement, gratitude practices, and guided reflection, participants build a 2026 vision from a calm, aligned, and empowered place. No art experience required —
Think your child is too young to learn violin? Think again! In our upbeat class, students get a great start on violin through creative, playful activities including games, movement and song. This class is based on the Suzuki method of music education.There’s plenty of individual attention in this small class, and no prior experience needed for child or caregiver. Class fee includes quality rental instrument for class and home use, sized to your child, plus book and CD to keep. With Instructor Zoe Chau, Violin Faculty,WSM Fee: $509 includes 15 weeks of class and violin rental in child’s size Location:
Enjoy an evening of step lively Americana Roots music with the Squeezebox Stompers on Saturday January 10 at 8 pm at the Vokes Theater. This Boston area band brings a joyful blend of Cajun, Zydeco, Blues, Folk, and original tunes performed with accordion, saxophone, harmonica, penny whistle, guitar, bass, and drums. With award winning musicians and twenty five years of New England performances, they promise a Rockin good time for all. Tickets available at www.artswayland.com .
Arts Wayland proudly opens its 2026 season with the Berklee Faculty Jazz Series, under the direction of Neil Olmstead, Berklee College Professor Emeritus, on Sunday, January 11 at 3:00 pm at First Parish in Wayland. Internationally acclaimed trumpeter and Berklee professor Tiger Okoshi presents his extraordinary new quintet, Truly True, joined by violinist Louis Thélot, cellist Peter Sumner, bassist Ferran Rico Andres, and vibraphonist Sam Cerra. Tiger describes this innovative music as sound waves invoking verticality and horizontality, clarity, joy, love, and color—painting the air, one note at a time. Audiences should expect a jazz experience that surprises, refreshes, and
Join us for an online discussion with prominent cultural writer and bestselling author David Brooks on his book, How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply, in which he helps us pose essential questions: If you want to know a person, what kind of attention should you cast on them? What kind of conversations should you have? What parts of a person’s story should you pay attention to?
Join us for an inspiring evening of creativity at the stunning new Arts Wayland Gallery! In this hands-on mosaic workshop, you’ll create your own small mosaic picture frame or wearable mosaic jewelry—the choice is yours when you arrive. Explore a vast selection of shimmering glass and beads, then craft your one-of-a-kind design using Apoxie Sculpt (no grouting required!). Whether you're a total beginner or an experienced maker, you’ll leave with a sparkling keepsake and a full heart. 🎨 All materials included 💎 No experience needed ✨ Come for the art, stay for the vibe 👉 Sign up now at www.artswayland.com
Wayland Concert Series presents hornists Hazel Dean Davis and Nicholas Auer and pianist Elaine Rombola Aveni. The program includes Brahms songs, Gina Gillies' "The Great Migration," and Richard Bissil's "Time and Space". The Gillies piece is inspired by the migration of the wildebeest which, like this concert, has two horns. We will also be treated to a duet of alphorns -- 12-foot-long tyrolean didgiriedoos. The concert is free and open to all.
What Is This Thing Called Music? A Multimedia Masterclass with Jim Scott — Arts Wayland Date: Sunday, January 18 | Time: 2:00–4:00 PM Location: Arts Wayland Gallery, 35 Andrew Ave., Wayland MA Explore the science and emotion behind music in this interactive multimedia workshop led by composer/performer Jim Scott. Learn how rhythm, vibration, harmony, and melody shape our bodies and minds. Register: www.artswayland.com Free for Arts Wayland members & students (registration required). $25 for non-members. Funded by the Margaret Stewart Lindsay Foundation.
Join our Wayland METCO Community Celebration Luncheon! This is an incredible opportunity for us to gather as a community to celebrate our AMAZING Wayland METCO Students. Come and enjoy: Student Performances Catered Buffet Luncheon Date: January 19, 2026 Time: 1:30pm - 3:30pm Place: Thelma Burns Building 575 Warren Street Boston, MA All proceeds go to the Wayland METCO Scholarship Fund FREE Bus Transportation to Boston from Wayland High School - 12:30pm Fill out BUS FORM and get details if interested! Tickets: $30 adults, $15 children PURCHASE LUNCHEON TICKETS https://cur8.com/24842/project/135973 METCO T-Shirts will be for SALE with items for raffle so
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Ready to dive into a fresh perspective on wellness? Beyond the Scale is an in-person event where we focus on what really matters—feeling good and living better. It’s all about celebrating your journey, breaking free from numbers, and embracing a healthier, happier you. Come meet awesome people, enjoy inspiring talks, and take away tips that go way beyond just weight. Don’t miss out on this uplifting experience!
Imagine the brilliance of color flowing across silk, the freedom of your brush dancing with each stroke. Let your creativity pour out as we paint the magic of winter together in “Silk Painting: A Winter Fairy Tale,” a workshop led by artist Lidia on Friday, January 24, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Arts Wayland Gallery. True, winter can feel long and cold—the days are short, the layers endless, and the sunlight fleeting. Yet hidden within the quiet of the season are its many gifts: the sparkle of fresh snow, the laughter of skating or sledding, the scent
To meet Massachusetts’ goals for reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, 2040 and 2050, we need to replace our fossil-fuel appliances, including heating/cooling systems, with electric ones as they wear out. When an appliance dies, it is almost always at a time when we need to act immediately. A good plan ensures that we replace appliances before they die, thus avoiding costly last-minute decisions, and at worst, installing another fossil-fuel model. Edith Buhs will walk us through the planning process, identifying the most critical items to replace and when to do so, providing guidance on useful planning tools, and identifying
Focusing Your Research – You don’t have to be a professional to work like one. Discover how organization, questions, and knowledge of records can help you become a better genealogist and researcher.
Title: Kids’ Art & Leadership Lab: From the Inside Out Ages: 11–13 Dates: Saturdays – Jan 31, Feb 7, Feb 28, Mar 7, Mar 14, Mar 21, Mar 28, Apr 4 Time: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM Tuition: $550 Materials Fee: $25 Minimum Enrollment: 8–15 students Location: Arts Wayland Register: www.artswayland.com Description: What if your child could learn to see their life the way an artist does — with imagination, openness, and courage to experiment? Designed for ages 11–13, this 8-week creative leadership lab blends art-making, brain science, and social-emotional learning to nurture focus, empathy, and resilience. Students explore how
Please join State Representative Carmine Gentile and Senator Jamie Eldridge for a presentation and remarks by Quentin Palfrey, Director of the Commonwealth’s Federal Funds and Infrastructure Office, followed by audience Q&A. Director Palfrey will provide an overview of how Massachusetts is responding to the recent, dramatic changes in federal funding, the potential impacts on local governments, non-profits, and others, and what lies ahead. This event is open to the public and intended to provide clear, nonpartisan information and an opportunity for residents to engage directly with state leaders. It will be broadcast and recorded by SudburyTV. Date/Time: Tuesday, February 3,
The brass quintet Cinque Ottoni comprises trumpeters Margaret Romero and Charlie Anderson, hornist Jeff Stewart, and trombonists Mike Rosen and Andy Knight. Their program includes: Herman Stein's "Mock March," reminiscent of a Rocky and Bullwinkle sound track; Scott Joplin's "Bethena," which is not a rag but a gentle waltz; Eric Ewazen's "Balkanika Suite," a suite on eastern european themes written for a Croatian brass quintet; Neil Hefti's classic "Li'l Darlin'," made famous by the Count Basie big band; and Jack Gale's spectacular arrangement of Leonard Bernstein's "West Side Story." Free and open to all.
Step into the vivid world of Lilimarq, a visual artist transforming discarded materials into poetic statements on renewal, resilience, and ecological consciousness. Her practice, which she calls REPOP ART, grows from a deep belief in the power of transformation and the urgent need to rethink waste as we shape a more intentional future.