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Wellesley’s Wonderful Weekend May 17-18

The 40th Annual Wellesley Veterans' Parade and the 10th Wellesley’s Wonderful Weekend  will be held on the weekend of Saturday and Sunday May 17 and 18.

The parade is to be held from 1 to 3 PM on Sunday. A major concert will follow in the evening at Hunnewell Field and a spectacular fireworks show.

The web site  is   http://wellesleyweekend.com

Boston Globe: A ($10) taste of Wellesley life

Only in Wellesley.
Where else would Mercedes-Benz pay random passersby to take a brand-new, $53,000 SUV out for a spin on a busy street? ...

http://www.boston.com/news/local/articles/2007/11/18/a_10_taste_of_wellesley_life/

Wellesley Recreation Fall 2007 Programs online

Wellesley Resident signups begin Wed Sept 5th
NonResidents on Wed Sept 12th
Lots of classes - Puddlestompers, Tot Time, Royal Tea Party, Mom & Baby Yoga, Creative Movement, Kid's Club, Creative Movement & Art, Winter Fun Days, Preschool Science, BAllet, Jazz, Irish Step Dancing, Chess, Spanish, Reading, and more! http://wellesleyma.virtualtownhall.net/Pages/WellesleyMA_Recreation/index

Wellesley July Jubilation Fun Saturday 21st 10-4

July Jubilation will run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 21, on Central and Church streets. Participating stores will offer great deals on merchandise, and there will be fun for the whole family. The event will feature a DJ, face painting, a stiltwalker, Wellesley P.D.’s bloodhound, hot dogs and other treats, and more. Central Street will be closed from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Wellesley Harry Potter Happenings Friday Nite!

From the Wellesley Townsman Blog:
Here’s what the library and the Wellesley Booksmith are planning:

Magical events will be happening all day long on Friday, July 20th as the Wellesley Free Library counts down to the arrival of the final Harry Potter book.

Starting at 11:00 a.m., families with pre-school children are invited to enjoy short magical stories on film. Then join us for our Lemonade Lunch and Wand Making craft following the films at about 11:30 a.m. Bring a picnic lunch and a beach towel to sit on. Weather permitting, we’ll gather on the patio outside the Children’s Department for a picnic and crafts. Otherwise, we’ll meet in the Craft Room. Lemonade, cookies and a simple craft will be provided.

In the afternoon, drop in for our Harry Potter Film Festival. Starting at noon, we’ll show the third Harry Potter movie (136 min, rated PG) followed by an intermission with refreshments. Starting at 3:15 p.m., we’ll show the fourth Harry Potter movie (157 min, rated PG-13).

Make a diorama of your favorite scene from any Harry Potter book then drop it off at the library anytime before 6:00 p.m. on Friday, July 20. The base should not be larger than 20”x20”. Prizes will be awarded for the best individual and group projects. These dioramas will be displayed at the library at the Countdown Party and through mid-August.

Don’t miss the Harry Potter Countdown Party starting at 7:00 p.m. The Library will be closed from 6-7:00 p.m., then reopen for this special event. Costumes are welcome with prizes for the best. At 7:00 p.m., enjoy crafts & refreshments. Revlak’s School of Magic & Wizardry Magic Show begins at 7:45 p.m. for families with children of all ages. Following the show, we will gather for a Torchlight (Flashlight) Procession from the Library to the Wellesley Booksmith where the festivities will continue!

Registration not required for any of these events. For more information call the Children’s Department at 781-235-1610, ext 1.

Harry Potter Returns at midnight on July 21st!
Come join the excitement at the Wellesley Booksmith - See their Harry Potter Events page here

Friday, July 20th

Beginning at 9:00am, GET YOUR TICKET! Pay for your book, get your numbered ticket. DO NOT LOSE YOUR TICKET!

Beginning at 9:oo pm (rain or moonlight) join us, White Mountain Creamery, &
Rosie’s Bakery for magical happenings including wand making, trivia, face painting, and a film! Bring a chair.

Great Children's Summer Programs @ Mass Hort

Check out the fun summertime programs in Weezie’s Garden at Elm Bank! This summer we have great LEARNING THEMES to add excitement to each week. Check the schedule and sign up today

Summer Science Fun! Learning University

Learning University is an enriching and creative summer program developed by the innovative teachers and curriculum experts at Math Advantage/Kids’ Lab. The main goal of Learning University is to provide students [Grades 2-6] the opportunity to explore academic subjects and artistic interests in greater depth than is usually possible. Each ten hour program has a specific academic focus that your child will master through hands-on projects, daily practice and exciting challenges. Small learning groups ensure your child enjoys full participation throughout the program.
Topics include:
∗ Science and Engineering
∗ Space and Rocketry
∗ Robotics
∗ Actors Studio
∗ Sci-Fi Movie Making
∗ Flash Programming and Animation

Programs start the week of July 9 and continue through the week of August 20. Courses are offered during the morning from 9:30 to 11:30 and in the afternoon from 12:30 to 2:30.

16 Prescott St, Wellesley Hills, Ma
781-237-0899

Family Music Makers

Family Music Makers has fun music classes for young children with caregivers.

Classes are offered year round. There are classes in Needham (Congregational Church on Great Plain Ave) and Wellesley (Unitarian Universalist Society on Rte 16), as well as in : Boston's Back Bay, Brookline, Cambridge, Hamilton-Wenham, and Manchester.

They also do birthday parties and offer sample classes!

Summer Pool & Pond Memberships

Summer is officially here and it's time to swim!

Pools:
Boston Sports Club in Wellesley has Summer Memberships to its Outdoor Pool
140 Great Plain Avenue, Wellesley, MA 02482 / 781.263.5700
General info on the Boston Sports Club Pool Memberships - But you need to call to get the full details.

JCC in Newton Summer Memberships
LEVENTHAL-SIDMAN JCC - NEWTON, 333 Nahanton Street, Newton Center, MA 02459 / (617) 558-6522

Dedham Sports & Health Club's Summer Pool
200 Providence Highway, Dedham, MA 02026 / 781-326-290

Dedham Town Pool ["Anthony P Mucciaccio" Pool] has daily rates as well as memberships
At Dedham High School / 140 Whiting Ave, Dedham, MA (781) 461-5991

Brookline Swimming Pool has non-resident punch cards as well as daily rates
60 Tappan Street, Brookline, MA 02446 / (617) 713-5435

Beaver Country Day Summer Pool Membership in Newton
791 Hammond St, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467 / 617-738-2700

Rosemary Pool in Needham ("pool in a pond") has daily rates as well as season passes
Rosemary St, Needham, MA / (781) 455-7521

Ponds:

Medfield's Hinkley Swim Pond has daily rates as well as season passes for residents and nonresidents
508-359-2715

Cochituate State Park in Natick
Rte. 30, Natick, MA / 508 653-9641

Farm Pond in Sherborn : Go to http://www.sherbornma.org/ then click on "Farm Pond" at right for menu
Lake St, Sherborn, MA / 508-651-7850 (Sherborn town offices)

Hale Reservation Membership Beach
80 Carby Street, Westwood, MA 02090 / 781-326-1770

Morses Pond in Wellesley
Turner Rd, Wellesley, MA / (781) 431-1019

Did I miss any local ones? let me know!

Wellesley Summer Theatre for KIDS

Need something fun to do on a Saturday or Sunday? Don't drive all the way in to Boston, try Wellesley Summer Theatre for Children. WSTC is a company of adults and children whose mission is to bring family friendly theatre to the Metrowest area.

In addition to a large scale production every summer, they also offer theatre classes during the school year.

In Summer, 2007 Wellesley Summer Theatre Company for CHILDREN PRESENTS

The Wind in the Willows
In this classic tale of friendship, Rat, Mole and Badger encounter the eccentric Mr. Toad and their world turns topsy-turvy. In this production of Kenneth Grahame's story, young audiences' are encouraged to use their imaginations and accept the differences of others.

Saturday, June 16th at 9;30am & 11:30am
Sunday, June 17th at 1pm & 3pm
Saturday, June 23rd at 9:30am & 11:30am

Tickets: $8 adult, $5 children & seniors

Call the Box Office at (781) 283-2000 or click here to order tickets.

Wellesley Park & Rec Summer 2007 Programs online

http://wellesleyma.virtualtownhall.net/Pages/WellesleyMA_Recreation/New%20Spring%20Programs Includes many types of classes, including:
Arts & Crafts
Certification
Cooking
Dance, Acting & Etiquette
Enrichment
Kaplan
Movie Night
Music
Physical Pursuits
Preschool
Science
Shooting Stars

Linx enrichment classes in Wellesley

Pre-registration for Fall Programs has begun - Save 50% on 2nd class (limited time)
http://linx-usa.com/drilldown.phtml?time_period=&category_id=&grade_rank=&day_of_week=&term=Fall%202007

Classes include:
Activity & Exploration
Kids need to move! Why lie around and relax when you can get up and get going? That’s where LINX comes in. Come have the time of your life in the LINX Activity and Exploration room - part of our new 5000 sq. ft. facility. In here there’s always room to run around and be a kid!
Art & Creativity
Drawing and painting and sculpting OH MY! The LINX Art and Creativity program has a variety of art programs for different ages and interests. From classical to alternative - we have just the program. Get messy! Get Crafty! Get Creative!
Martial Arts
Beginning in September 2007, LINX will offer kids martial arts programs to many different age levels.
Science & Technology
LINX- Where Science & Technology go above and beyond traditional. From model rockets and household chemical reactions to web design and digital photography, kids will be intrigued and excited to explore science and technology here at LINX.
Theater, Music, & Dance
Performing is fun, and even more fun at LINX. Through our innovative curriculum, children will have the opportunity to explore new talents and develop their existing natural abilities.
Tree House Languages
Tree House Spanish is a unique, fun way for children to learn Spanish through immersion.
Yoga
Beginning in September 2007, LINX will offer kids yoga programs.

Friday Story Hour @ Wellesley Booksmith

Every Friday at 10.30AM in the Wellesley Booksmith's children's section, one of their booksellers reads a selection of books based on that week's theme. Storytime is geared towards children aged 3-6, but children (and parents!) of all ages are welcome.

wellesley booksmith
82 central st.
wellesley, ma 02482
781 431 1160

monday - saturday: 9am - 9pm
sunday: 11am - 6pm

http://www.wellesleybooksmith.com/story.htm

Club Invention Camp coming again this summer

Children will have the opportunity to investigate a make-believe crime scene; create exciting new games; design boats, hovercrafts and gliders; and transform ordinary household items into extraordinary inventions when the Club Invention program arrives at Dover this summer.

The program, hosted by Dover-Sherborn Community Education, is scheduled for Aug. 6-10 at Dover-Sherborn High School. [from Dover Sherborn Press article below...] Club Invention will also be offered in the following towns:
Holliston, Hopkington, Littleton, Marlborough, Medway, Norfolk, Watertown, Wayland, Wellesley, Westford

Register online at: campinvention.org

See article in the Dover-Sherborn Press at: http://www.townonline.com/dover/homepage/8998904651596169215

Elm Bank Children's Programs

Mass Horticulture Society's Elm Bank in Wellesley [Rte 16 - 900 Washington St] has some fun programs for kids for ages 3+.  Beautiful setting and close by!  Weezie’s Garden for Children features an array of smaller gardens, each with its own theme and different way of engaging the senses. Located off the main path, each smaller spiral gives visitors the opportunity to plant, water, or interact in some way with the garden’s elements. Join us in this wonderfully engaging space for summer activities!  Craft classes, storytelling, music, and “Caterpillar Club” nature walks through Elm Bank will help young children learn to love the natural world around them. Classes include:

• Caterpillar Club(ages 3-6)
• Story Hour(all ages)
• Grandparents Mornings (all ages)
• Junior Master Gardener Camp (ages 7-11)

More info at: http://masshort.org/showpage.asp?page=3_6&image=3.6

Fall 2006 Wellesley Rec Brochure now online

Wellesley's Fall Programs for kids have just been posted on the web.

Includes ballet, puddlestompers, theatre, music, creative movement, cooking and more!

http://www.wellesleyma.gov/Pages/WellesleyMA_Recreation/YouthPrograms

Puddlestompers

New Schedule posted on Puddlestompers' website - Classes in Wellesley, Needham and Newton. Parent Talk Members are eligible for a 10% discount on Needham classes. Now they offer birthday parties too [in Newton]. Schedule at: http://puddlestompers.com/sched.htm