Monday, May 6, 2013
A few things you need to know on Monday, May 6, 2013, in Wayland.
1. DRB and Finnerty's. The Design Review Board is scheduled to continue discussions today of revised plans for the Finnerty's site. The meeting is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. 2. Meeting Monday. There are multiple additional meetings tonight, including the Board of Selectmen, School Committee, Board of Health and others. See the Town of Wayland calendar for agendas and details. All meetings are scheduled to convene at 6:30 p.m. or later. 3. Did You Know? The Wayland public Library website features a section that showcases new additions to the library's collection. Check it out. 4. ICYMI. Over the weekend, we highlighted a Reader Photo Feature of some dogs blissfully enjoying the spring sunshine. Check out that photo and upload your own images …
Friday, May 3, 2013
A few things you need to know on Friday, May 3, 2013, in Wayland.
1. Theater Escape. It's the spring theater season and Wayland's thespians are involved in a number of productions. Check out details on "The Sound of Music" in Concord, "Sherlock Holmes: The Final Adventure" at Vokes and "On Golden Pond" in Watertown. 2. Health Clinic. The Parmenter Community Health Clinic will offer free blood glucose and blood pressure screenings today. 3. Poetry Headsup. The Massachusetts Poetry Festival begins today in Salem. In keeping with the Wayland Reads Poetry theme, we wanted to let you know. 4. Household Hazardous Waste. The Board of Health is registering residents now for Saturday's Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day on Saturday. 5. Pics & Clips. It's that time of year when you're snapping photos of …
Thursday, May 2, 2013
A few things you need to know on Thursday, May 2, 2013, in Wayland.
1. "It's Elementary." "Sherlock Holmes: The Final Adventure" premieres tonight at the Vokes Theater in Wayland. The play runs for a couple of weeks, with evening performances at 8 p.m. and weekend matinees at 2 p.m. Details. 2. Open Burning Season is Over. Just a reminder. No more open burning, even with a permit. 3. Golf Tournament. Sandy Burr Country Club will ost the 2nd Annual Jason Barnes Golf Tournament today. Heads up in case you want to participate ... 4. Mother Goose Time. Each Thursday, the Wayland PUblic Library holds a storytime geared specifically to infants through 2-year-olds. The 30-minute event features songs, stories, movement and more. 5. Post on Patch. We're always interested in seeing your announcements and events on …
Wednesday, May 1, 2013
A few things you need to know on Wednesday, May 1, 2013 in Wayland.
1. Taxes Due. Today's the due date for fourth quarter real estate and personal property taxes. There are a number of options for paying your bill. 2. New Small Group Training. One2One Bodyscapes is launching small group training options at its Boston Post Road location. Check out the information about when these session will take place. 3. New Library Resource. The Wayland Public Library has new "Movies" and "Music" sections of their website. You can browse the newest DVDs and CDs purchased for the library (and for you to check out). 4. Wayland Community Pool Discount. Through May 15, the Wayland Community pool is offering $100 off any family pre-paid Pool Pass. That means the "family summer only" pass is $395 (normally $495) and the "…
Tuesday, April 30, 2013
A few things you need to know on Tuesday, April 30, 2013, in Wayland.
1. Special State Primary Day. Today's the day voters will set the ballot for the special Senate election on June 25. Before you head to the polls, check out "Your Guide to Tuesday's Special State Primary in Wayland." 2. Chateau Restaurant Fundraiser. The Chateau Restaurant will donate 20 percent of sales today to One Fund Boston. If you're planning to eat out, perhaps Chateau is the way to go. The closest location to Wayland is located on School Street in Waltham. 3. Back to the Design Review Board. Developers for the Finnerty's restaurant site at 150 Main St., in Cochituate are scheduled to appear before the Design Review Board tonight to discuss their latest site plan application requesting approval for a single building on the property…
Monday, April 29, 2013
A few things you need to know on Monday, April 29, 2013, in Wayland.
1. Monday Meeting. The Wayland School Committee is scheduled to meet at 8 p.m. tonight at Twelfth Baptist Church, 50-160 Warren Street, Roxbury. 2. Open Burning Reminder. Open Burning Season ends on May 1. If you have a burning permit, remember to check the website each day before burning. There have been many days lately when it hasn't been allowed. 3. eReading at Wayland Library. There are plenty of eReader titles available through the Minuteman Library Network. Browse the selection and get started. 4. Warrior Sports. The varsity baseball team is at home this afternoon and will take on Bedfored High School at 4 p.m. 5. Post on Patch. We're always interested in seeing your announcements and events on Wayland Patch, and it's quick and easy…
Friday, April 26, 2013
A few things you need to know on Friday, April 26, 2013 in Wayland.
1. Earth Day Weekend. The weekend's Earth Day open houses and activities kick off tonight with a screening of "Chasing Ice" at Wayland High School tonight at 7:30 p.m. For a full list of the weekend's activities, check out this list. 2. Recreation Programs. The Wayland Recreation Department is continuing to enroll for its summer programs. Check out the brochure and sign up. 3. Instrument Drive. The Rivers School is continuing to accept musical instruments as part of its Musical Instrument Drive. Drop off instruments at the school that will go help children participate in musical programs who would not otherwise be able to. 4. Yoga Reaches Out Yogathon. A Wayland resident began Yoga Reaches Out with the idea of using her passion for yoga to…
Thursday, April 25, 2013
A few things you need to know on Thursday, April 25, 2013, in Wayland.
1. Book and Bake Sale Ahead. The Friends of the Wayland Public Library is holding its spring Book and Bake Sale this weekend. Get set for your chance to support your local library with "new," old books and plenty of cookies. 2. Emily Dickinson Returns. Speaking of the library, the Wayland Public Library's four-part series on Dickinson continues today at 11:45 a.m. 3. Morning Meeting. The Economic Development Committee will meet today at 9 a.m. at Wayland Town Building. Agenda items include continued discussion of the River's Edge project as well as talk of other commercial sites/issues in town. 4. More Meetings. Tonight, the Conservation Commission will meet at 7:30 p.m., the Cable Advisory Committee at 7 p.m. and the Wayland Housing …
Wednesday, April 24, 2013
A few things you need to know on Wednesday, April 24, 2013, in Wayland.
1. Town Meeting Debriefing. Town Moderator and the Town Meeting Procedures Subcommittee will hold a conversation tonight to go over Wayland's Annual Town Meeting and hear feedback. 2. Children's Poetry Workshop. Poet Janet Wong will be at the Wayland Public Library today for a special workshop geared toward kids. Wong is a well-published poet who read at the 2003 White House Easter Egg Roll. 3. Instrument Drive Continues. The Rivers School will continue collecting musical instruments through the end of the week. Your donated instrument will go to help a child who cannot afford an instrument. 4. ICYMI. The Wayland Dunkin' Donuts is collecting donations for One Fund, the fund established to assist marathon bombing victims. You can donate …
Tuesday, April 23, 2013
A few things you need to know on Tuesday, April 23, 2013, in Wayland.
1. Finnerty's Hearing. The Planning Board has scheduled a public hearing for the Finnerty's property regarding plans for a one-building project on the site. The hearing is scheduled to take place at 7:35 p.m. at Wayland Town Building. 2. Other Meeting. The Board of Health is also scheduled to meet tonight. Its agenda includes some variance hearings as well as a discussion of medical marijuana. 3. Musical Instrument Drive. The Rivers School in Weston, in sooperation with Berklee College of Music, is collecting unused musical instrument during a drive that runs throughout this week. Drop off your instruments at the Rivers School and help make it possible for a child to play an instrument. 4. Newsletters. If you aren't getting the Wayland …
Still have to go to work
7:59 am on Tuesday, April 30, 2013
I hope that the Finnerty's situation can be resolved before the building collapses on itself. One night I encountered one of its residents crossing from the ball field. A possum was making its way back to the restaurant for a good old time. Big possum too. So Lord knows what else is leasing the space while Wayland literally sleeps on the issue. more ›