Waltham Calendar: See What's Happening In The Area This Weekend

Waltham MA

02 December, 2021

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WALTHAM, MA — Looking for things to do in the Waltham area? Below, we've included some of this week's top events from around the Waltham area. Here's a roundup of local events coming up in the area this weekend. Want to add your own event? Whether you're planning a career fair, a coat drive, or yoga in the park, there's no better place to share it than Patch's event calendar. As always, it's free to post an event in your community. To reach more people, you can promote your event and share it nearby for $1 per day per community. Here are all of this weekend's events in and around Waltham: Featured Event: Beginner Level I Drawing Class VIRTUAL When: Thursday, December 2nd at 7:00 p.m. Where: Arts Wayland & the W Gallery What: Virtual Beginner Level I Drawing Class Join artist Mei-Ling Ellerman for this 8 week course taught online. You will learn the fundamentals of drawing and improve your observation skills through exercises and individual feedback. You will draw subjects ranging from the human fi... Learn MoreFeatured Event: Beginner Level I Drawing Class VIRTUAL (Arts Wayland) Beginner English Activities (online) / Actividades con inglés para principiantes (en línea) When: Thursday, December 2nd at 2:00 p.m. Where: Virtual What: Event listing from Waltham Public Library: Thursday and December 2 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PMPractice basic words and phrases. Learn library skills and how to use free online resources to study. Enjoy a supportive class. / Practica con palabras y frases basicas. Aprenda habilidades ... Learn More English Writing and Conversation (online) / Ingles: escritura y conversacion (en linea) When: Thursday, December 2nd at 3:00 p.m. Where: Virtual What: Event listing from Waltham Public Library: Thursday, December 2 from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PMImprove communication skills in English through guided writing and conversation activities. Topics include art, music, and storytelling. Recommended for intermediate levels or higher, and but al... Learn More Raytheon Retirement Seminar When: Thursday, December 2nd at 6:00 p.m. Where: Virtual via Microsoft Teams What: I would like to invite you to a retirement planning virtual presentation exclusively for Raytheon employees hosted by Rise Private Wealth Management. Featured speaker Financial Advisor Kendra Kearney, APMA®, will present "Raytheon Retirement Planning" in which she will review ... Learn More French Club Members Meeting When: Thursday, December 2nd at 7:00 p.m. Where: French American Victory Club What: All members are invited to attend the monthly meeting.  We welcome new members! (You don't have to be French!) Learn More Featured Event: Beginner Figure Drawing and Portraiture Course VIRTUAL When: Friday, December 3rd at 1:00 p.m. Where: Arts Wayland & the W GalleryWhat: Drawing And Portraiture Class Local artist Mei-Ling Ellerman will teach the fundamental concepts and techniques of drawing through a focus on portraits and figure drawing of adults and children. You will learn tricks to drawing proportional figures and portraits from a variety... Learn More Featured Event: Beginner Figure Drawing and Portraiture Course VIRTUAL (Arts Wayland) Walk & Talk: Conversation and Community for English language learners...on Foot! When: Friday, December 3rd at 10:00 a.m. Where: Waltham Public LibraryLearn More Waltham Show Choir & Show Band Christmas Tree Sale When: Friday, December 3rd at 4:00 p.m. Where: John F Kennedy Middle School What: Waltham Show Choir & Show Band Annual Christmas Tree Sale! Please support the arts! Christmas Trees, Holiday Wreaths & Kissing Balls. Join us & enjoy a hot cocoa while shopping for your tree. Participate in our raffle for a beautiful tree decorated with gift cards ... Learn More Featured Event: New England Model Train Expo When: Saturday, December 4th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Best Western Royal Plaza Hotel & Trade Center What: The region's largest holiday season train show with operating layouts in multiple scales, over 200 dealer tables, new and used model trains and supplies, manufacturer displays, railroadiana, books, collectibles, white elephant table, and more. Saturday, Dec. 4 10-5, Sunday Dec... Learn More Featured Event: New Covenant School Christmas Open House When: Saturday, December 4th at 10:00 a.m. Where: 9 Westminster Ave What: RSVP today at http://www.newcovschool.org/ad... for a look into a day in the life of New Covenant School 10:00am -11:30am Chapel, Discussion, Tour and Q&A Call 781-643-5511 for more information or to RSVP Learn More Featured Event: New Covenant School Christmas Open House(Chuck Chaney) Featured Event: Open Range Saturday! When: Saturday, December 4th at 11:00 a.m. Where: Gore Place What: Get outside this fall and learn archery! Enjoy the great outdoors at the historic Gore Place Estate mansion while experiencing a community engagement event unlike any other. Come solo or invite your family and friends along to participate in this Zen-like martial art requires ... Learn More Featured Event: Open Range Saturday! (On the Mark Archery) Featured Event: Christmas Family Fun - Outdoor Event When: Saturday, December 4th at 4:00 p.m. Where: 7 Clematis Rd What: A new tradition in the making! Join us for this free Christmas event. December 4th. 4pm - 6pm. This is designed to be a safe, outdoor experience for the entire family. Walk through thousands of sparkling lights, visit the land of snowmen and penguins, get a treat at the Ginger... Learn More Featured Event: Christmas Family Fun - Outdoor Event (Jane Martin) Featured Event: MA Wills and Trusts: Free 5-Day Email Course When: Saturday, December 4th at 4:00 p.m. Where: Free Email course starts when you enroll What: Free reports for MA residents whom want to learn more 6 Reasons Why People Avoid Planning Their Estates 7 Questions to Test the Strength of Your Estate Plan MY GIFT TO YOU - MA ESTATE PLANNING E-MAIL COURSE So many people I spoke with wanted to learn more about Massachusetts ... Learn More Featured Event: MA Wills and Trusts: Free 5-Day Email Course (Joel Bernstein) Featured Event: Jazz Guitar Summit: Howard Alden, Sheryl Bailey & Jon Wheatley When: Saturday, December 4th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Follen Community Church What: $20, before or at the door. Guitar Player Magazine calls Sheryl Bailey "One of the most compelling tones of her generation", and Frank Forte of Just Jazz Guitar ranks her "among the best bop guitar players with a fresh approach and something new." Sheryl has groomed incredible... Learn More Featured Event: Jazz Guitar Summit: Howard Alden, Sheryl Bailey & Jon Wheatley (Lexington Community Education) Saturday Sewing Class At Newton Sewing Studio, Beginners Welcome! When: Saturday, December 4th at 11:30 a.m. Where: Newton Sewing Studio What: Grab a friend or come on your own this Saturday for our all-ages sewing class.  If you've been looking for a relaxing parent/child activity that everyone can enjoy this might just be the ticket! What to expect: Project-Based teaching method with many project options at every s... Learn More 10:00 am Virtual Book Club Nothing to See Here When: Saturday, December 4th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Waltham Public Library Learn More Waltham High Class of 1971 - 50th Reunion Celebration! When: Saturday, December 4th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Waltham High School Class of 1971 What: Save The Date - December 4, 2021 The reunion committee needs your help.   If you would like to attend our 50th class reunion please send your contact information (home address/cell number) to [email protected]. Ongoing updates will be sent via email.  Reunion... Learn More Tree Tour When: Saturday, December 4th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Gore Place What: We'll leaf no branch unturned in this tour of trees at Gore Place. Join us to get to the root of both the science and history of individual trees and species on our grounds. We will lead you on a walk pointing out some of the most noticeable and iconic trees nearest our histor... Learn More Chanukah Wine Tasting!! When: Saturday, December 4th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Kappy's Fine Wine & Spirits What: Join Mark, the extremely knowledgeable and entertaining Wine Guy, in the tasting room at Kappy's for an hour-long tasting of reds, whites, a sparkling, a rosé and a Moscato paired with light refreshments. $10 per person / $18 per couple Registration is required: https://nsjcc.... Learn More Featured Event: Pancake Breakfast with Santa When: Sunday, December 5th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Watertown Sons of Italy What: Pancake breakfast with Santa.Sunday, Dec. 5 - 9am-1pm Enjoy a delicious breakfast of pancakes, scrambled eggs, bacon, hash browns, coffee, tea juice. Picture with Santa. Tickets:Adults - $20Kids Ages 5-10 - $10Kids under 5 FREE RESERVATIONS REQUIRED For more information or to ... Learn More Featured Event: Pancake Breakfast with Santa (Lilia Viscomi) Featured Event: Open Range Sunday! When: Sunday, December 5th at 11:00 a.m. Where: 52 Gore St What: Get outside this fall and learn archery! Enjoy the great outdoors at the historic Gore Place Estate mansion while experiencing a community engagement event unlike any other. Come solo or invite your family and friends along to participate in this Zen-like martial art requires ... Learn More Featured Event: Open Range Sunday! (On the Mark Archery) Breakfast With Santa When: Sunday, December 5th at 9:00 a.m. Where: French American Victory Club What: Join us for a big breakfast and a visit from Santa Claus! Each child receives a gift from Santa and Mrs Claus. Pick up your tickets soon. For more information please call the French Club at 781-899-8195. $12 per person 9:00 to 10:30 am Learn More Winter Fashion in the Austen Era When: Sunday, December 5th at 2:00 p.m. Where: Gore Place What: Early 19th-century fashion may be known for its semi-sheer lightweight dresses but how did fashionable women manage to keep warm during New England winters? Join Costume Historian Carrie Midura for an exploration of the hidden layers worn beneath dresses and discover the many ... Learn More French Club Country Jamboree When: Sunday, December 5th at 2:00 p.m. Where: 193 Elm St What: Frank Caruso & Country Gentlemen are back! Sunday 2 - 6 PM $10.00 at the door. Come dance on our big dance floor or listen and tap your toes to some lively country tunes! Learn More Sunday Afternoon Country Jamboree When: Sunday, December 5th at 2:00 p.m. Where: French American Victory Club What: Frank Caruso & the Country Gentlemen Join us for some lively country music. Dance on our big dance floor! 2:00 to 6:00 pmTickets $10 per person at the door Learn More Waltham Philharmonic Orchestra Holiday Pops: Music from Broadway and Beyond When: Sunday, December 5th at 3:00 p.m. Where: CLARK GOVERNMENT CENTER What: A fabulous blend of Pops favorites, Broadway melodies, and classical music--something for everyone! It's never too early to celebrate the holidays with great music, including pops, classical, and some of the Best of Broadway! Get your tickets now for a great musical event that... Learn More sunday recreational baseball players. 16-45. When: Sunday, December 5th at 6:00 p.m. What: WE PLAY EVERY SUNDAY IN THE SPRING SUMMER AND FALL. WE ARE LOOKING FOR DIE HARD PLAYERS FOR GROUNDERS, FLY BALLS, BATTING PRACTICE. IF WE GET 18 PEOPLE, I MAKE 2 LINE UPS AND WE PLAY SUNDAY BASEBALL.  BEST TO CALL 781 891 0621 AND LET ME KNOW IF YOU CAN MAKE IT.  WE ARE WORKIN... Learn More 90 feet bases. skilled baseball indoor winter work outs 16-30 no old ones!! When: Sunday, December 5th at 6:00 p.m. What: SOFT TOSS, LONG TOSS, GROUNDERS, AND HIT OFF A BATTING MACHINCE. I HR. WINDOW.  GET READY FOR THE SPRING 2022.  BASEBALL IS REPETITION. BASEBALL=TRAVEL.  BE THE BEST U CAN BE FOR YOUR BASEBALL TEAM!!!!! SKILLED PLAYERTS WILL BE GIVEN PRO BASEBALL TRYOUTS.  Learn More Featured Event: 7:00 pm Virtual Book Club Tell Us What You're Reading! When: Monday, December 6th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Waltham Public LibraryLearn More Featured Event: Tools for Stress: Self-care for the Holidays & Beyond When: Tuesday, December 7th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Virtual on Zoom What: Register today! The WPY Coalition strives to provide tools for students and the community around self-care and mental wellness. On December 7th from 6-8 PM, the WPY Coalition will be hosting Tools For Stress: Self-Care For the Holidays & Beyond. This event will be virtual ... Learn More Featured Event: Tools for Stress: Self-care for the Holidays & Beyond (Waltham Partnership for Youth) Tot TIme When: Tuesday, December 7th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Gore Place What: Explore nature with rocks, sticks, water, and more. Provocations to explore different elements of nature are open-ended and allow children to do as little or as much of an activity as they like. There will be a different focus each month with new activities.Children ages 2-6 y... Learn More Virtual Pajama Storytime - Waltham Public Library When: Tuesday, December 7th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Waltham Public LibraryLearn More Featured Event: Taxes In Retirement Webinar When: Wednesday, December 8th at 11:00 a.m. Where: Online Webinar - link sent once registered What: THE NEW TAX AND FINANCIAL RULES HAVE CHANGED. Understand the potential impact taxes have on your retirement income. PRE REGISTRATION REQUIRED - CLICK HERE TO REGISTER If you're nearing retirement or already retired, you need to understand how taxes (including the new changes) ... Learn More Featured Event: Taxes In Retirement Webinar (Enlighten 567 Workshops) Check out all the local events posted by your neighbors, or add your own, on the Waltham Patch community calendar. Editor's note: This article was automatically generated based on event information mainly provided by community members. Patch has not independently verified most of this information, always check with organizers to confirm posted events are proceeding as planned. Click on any event in the list for more details. You can also reach out to [email protected] with any questions or other feedback about this article.