Calendar 9/18

COMMUNITY EVENTS
JAZZ AND WINE The Newton Jazz and Wine Festival is Sept 20-21. An afternoon of free jazz in Washington Park on Saturday, noon to 6 p.m., and an evening jazz dinner concert with vocalist Patrice Williamson and the Rusty Scott Quartet on Sunday, 7 p.m., at Ariadne Restaurant and Bar, 344 Walnut St. Tickets are $10, $15 at the door. Tickets: 617-641-2880.
SMART GROWTH WATCH is hosting a community forum on smart growth, housing and public transportation, to discuss the future of downtown Waltham, learn about how development happens and share your views on what it should look like and more at Christ Church Parish, 750 Main St., on Tuesday, Sept. 23, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. A light dinner will be served. RSVP/information: 781-891-6689, Ext. 206; darline@watchcdc.org.
CHILD SAFETY The free Child Safety and Protection Festival, sponsored by New York Life Insurance Company, is Saturday, Sept. 20, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Waltham Athletic Club, 249 Lexington St.am. Activities include fingerprinting and photos for child identification cards, stranger danger, bike safety, fire safety, self defense, car seat safety checks, and face, painting, music, refreshments. Information: 781-398-9878; www.boston.NYLoffices.com.
HISTORY HUNT Newton History Museum, 527 Washington St., presents, Newton Center History Hunt, on Sunday, Sept. 21, 2 p.m. Free event to test and expand your knowledge of Newton. Use old maps and photos to find important sites, learn about their historic significance, and claim your prize at the end. Information: 617-796-1450.
SPELLING BEE The Waltham Partnership for Youth Inc. presents its third annual Community Spelling Bee on Thursday, Oct. 23, 6:30 p.m., at McDevitt Middle School, 75 Church St. Teams of three adults will compete for the best spellers in the city. Cost is $300 per team. Entry deadline is Oct. 9.
Registration/information: www.partnership.walthamhighschool.org; 781-314-3031; partnershipforyouth@city.waltham.ma.us.
MEDICAL RESERVES The Waltham Medical Reserve Corps will meet Thursday, Sept. 25, 7 p.m., at Government Center, 119 School St. The training schedule, upcoming events and the regions update on planning and nonprofit status will be reviewed. Information: 781-314-3307; celinajohn@aol.com.
BLOOD DRIVE Children's Hospital Waltham, 9 Hope Ave., will be holding a blood drive Tuesday, Sept. 23, noon to 6 p.m. All donors will be entered to win a $100 gas card. Information: 617-355-1997; 781-216-1110.
RECORDS The National Archives and Records Administration, 380 Trapelo Road, presents, Census, Passenger Lists, and Naturalization Records, on Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2 p.m. Tours of the archives at 1:30 p.m. Registration: 866-406-2379; 781-663-0121; waltham.archives@nara.gov.
JANE AUSTEN TOURS Gore Place will offer Jane Austen Tours of the 1806 Governor Gore mansion Friday, Sept. 20, 7 p.m., and Sunday, Sept. 21, on the hour, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. During these special tours, a guide in period costume will use the famous author's words to describe the decor of the mansion and the gracious lifestyle of the Gores. Admission: Friday, $12 adults and $8 for children 5-12; Sunday, $10 and $5. Reservations are recommended. Information: 781-894-2798; www.goreplace.org.
TENANTS RIGHTS The new Student Tenant Advocacy Clinic, staffed by Brandeis students, is an open, drop-in clinic to answer questions and concerns about tenant rights and housing issues. It is held at WATCH, 517 Moody St., on Mondays and Thursdays, 7 to 8:30 p.m., starting Sept. 16. Childcare and language translators are available. Information: 781-891-6689.
WCONA The Waltham Council of Neighborhood Advocates will hold a public meeting Thursday, Sept 18, 7 to 9 p.m., at Government Center auditorium, 119 School St. Guest speaker is state Sen. Susan Fargo. Information: 781-894-6936.
POLICE ACADEMY The Police Department is offering residents a free behind-the-scenes glimpse at police work Wednesdays, Sept. 24 to Dec. 10, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. The 12 weeks include patrol ride-alongs and provide information on how the police handle patrol procedures, narcotics investigations, domestic violence, field exercises and firearm training. Applications at 155 Lexington St. or 11 Carter St. Information: 781-314-3600.
SPIRIT OF AMERICA Those looking to attend the free U.S. Army's Spirit of America Show at the DCU Center in Worcester on Sept. 20, 2 to 4:30 p.m., can get a seat on a reserved bus for $15. Mail checks, payable to Waltham RH (including names attending) to Waltham RH, P.O. Box 540114, Waltham, MA 02454-0114, or bring to The Tea Leaf, 487 Moody St. Information: 781-891-1900; www. spiritofamerica.mdw.army.mil/index.html.
YMCA The West Suburban YMCA will offer a series of fun, free community events open to the public in September. Each day will focus on a different theme catering to all ages. Information: www.westsuburbanymca.org.
FARMERS' MARKET The Waltham Farmers' Market, in the Sovereign Bank parking lot, 1 Moody St., is held rain or shine, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., through Nov. 1. Nine free one-hour concerts at 11 a.m., with the Triveni School of Dance performing classical Indian dances Sept. 27. Information: 781-894-0357; 781-899-6230; www.waltham-community.org/FarmersMarket.html.
NEWTON FARMERS' MARKET The Newton Farmers' Market runs Fridays, 1:30 to 6 p.m., at the American Legion Post 440, 295 California St.; and Tuesdays, 1:30 to 6 p.m., at Cold Spring Park, 1200 Beacon St. On sale will be fruits, vegetables, turkey pies, beef, fresh fish, goat cheese, cider, jams and jellies, breads, pies, cookies, ice cream, plants and flowers. Special events are featured each week. The farmer's market will be open through the end of October. Information: 617-796-1525.
WALTHAM RAW Waltham Raw Food Community New England raw vegan potluck dinner featuring guest speaker Dr. Brian Clement is Tuesday, Sept. 23, 5:30 to 9:30 p.m., at UMass Waltham Center, 240 Beaver St. Cost is $5, $10 for non-members who bring organic, unprocessed, raw/vegan dish to feed 6-8 people; $20 with no meal. Information: 781-899-6664; 617-835-2913.
WILDS AND GARDENS Touring Urban Wilds and Gardens: on the bus with COGdesign, Sunday, Sept. 21, 1 to 4:30 p.m. Board the bus in Brookline and tour a selection of gardens and landscapes in Dorchester, Roxbury, and Jamaica Plain. End the tour with afternoon tea in an historic carriage house once owned by Isabella Stewart Gardner. Registration/information: www.cogdesign.org
HARBOR ISLANDS Waltham resident Christopher Klein, author of the new guide, ``Discovering the Boston Harbor Islands,'' will sign books and talk about the book Thursday, Sept. 25, 7 p.m., at Wellesley Booksmith, 82 Central St., Wellesley. Information: 781-431-1160; www.wellesleybooksmith.com.

SALES/FAIRS/FUNDRAISERS
BOOK SALE The 2008 Friends of the Waltham Public Library annual Book Sale is Saturday, Sept. 20 to Saturday, Oct. 4, during regular Library hours at the library, 735 Main St. A Preview for Friends is Friday, Sept. 19, 6:30 to 8:45 p.m. Information: 781-314-3425.
GARDENCREST Gardencrest Tenant's Association Community Yard Sale is Saturday, Sept. 20, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (rain date: Sept. 21), at the Gardencrest Linden Street lot, across the street from the Dunkin Donuts. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Bristol Lodge. Information: rbordenca@comcast.net.
CEDARWOOD The 26th annual Cedarwood Neighborhood Yard Sale is Saturday Sept. 20, 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. (rain date: Sept. 21). More than 30 houses participating. Refreshments and maps of participating homes available at White Elephant Table, 94 Cedarwood Ave. All proceeds from the White Elephant Table benefit the Cedarwood Scholarship Fund. Information: 781-891-9737.
SHOW CHOIR A car wash benefiting Waltham High School Show Choir and Show Band is Saturday, Sept. 20, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Government Center, 119 School St. Information: 781-891-8042.
REACH REACH Beyond Domestic Violence is raffling off two Red Sox-Yankees tickets for the Sept. 26 game to help sustain its direct services and education for those affected by domestic violence. Donate at www.reachma.org to be entered. Raffle ends Friday, Sept. 19, 5 p.m. The seats do a have an obstructed view. Information: courtney@reachma.org; 781-891-0724, Ext 104.
FIRE AND ICE Competition dance teams Fire and Ice from Studio of Creative Movement are hosting a fundraiser Wednesday, Sept. 24, 11 a.m. to midnight, at Uno Chicago Grill, 155 Bear Hill Road, Waltham. At least 15% of the proceeds raised from eat in, take out and bar orders will go to funding competition fees and costumes. A coupon is neede: http://fireandicedanceteams.synthasite.com.
CRWA The Charles River Watershed Association will host, Make Way for Duck Boats, a dinner and private guided river tour of normally inaccessible sites, on Wednesday, Sept. 24, 5:30 p.m. Guests will learn more about our waterway and CRWA's prominent role in ensuring that redevelopment creates a healthier environment. Information: psunshine@crwa.org; 781-788-0007, Ext. 235.
GOLF TOURNAMENT The Waltham YMCA is having it's annual golf tournament on Thursday, Sept. 25, at Stow Country Club. Registration begins at 8 a.m., with a 9 a.m. start. There are many ways you can support the YMCA through this tournament: play or become a sponsor. Information: www.ymcaboston.org/waltham.
CLOTHING EXCHANGE The Waltham Clothing Exchange at the Unitarian Church, 50 Church St., opens for the season Tuesday, Sept. 16, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Information: 781-893-6240.

FAMILIES/CHILDREN/TEENS
DAY FOR KIDS Boys & Girls Clubs Day for Kids, a major annual family event highlighting the value of meaningful time between adults and children, is Saturday, Sept. 20, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Waltham Club, 20 Exchange St. Activities include face painting, carnival games, music, aquatics activities, balloon artist, bounce house, Waltham Police K-9 unit, Waltham Fire department, games room tournament, food and more. Information: 781-893-6620.
HEALTHY KIDS Healthy Families, Healthy Kids: Helping Your Child Achieve a Healthy Body Weight, is Thursday, Sept. 18, 7:30 p.m., at Newton Free Library, 330 Homer St. Information: 617-796-1360.
NEWTON HISTORY Newton History Museum, 527 Washington St., presents, Newton Eerly release day program, Games Through Time, on Tuesday, Sept. 23, 3:30 to 5 p.m. For ages 6 and up, find out how today's games and popular pastimes evolved. Cost: $10 ($8 for members); includes admission, materials, and snack. Registration: 617-796-1450.
STREET HOCKEY Waltham Police Athletic League Fall Street Hockey runs Saturdays, Sept. 13-Nov. 15, 10 a.m. to noon, at the MDC Rink, River and Newton streets. Applications are available at the Waltham Police Station, 155 Lexington St., or at the Substation at 11 Carter St. Information: 781-314-3600.
GIRL SCOUTS The Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts is having a membership drive Thursday, Sept. 18, 5 to 7 p.m., at Our Lady Comforter of the Afflicted Parish, 880 Trapelo Road, Waltham. Information: www.girlscoutseasternmass.org; 888-9-GIRLSCOUT.
NEWTON GIRL SCOUTS Newton Girl Scouts announces open registration for this school year Sunday, Sept. 21, 2:30 to 4:30 p.m., at Lasell College, and Thursday, Sept. 25, 2 to 8 p.m., at the Newton Free Library, 330 Homer St. Information: 617-671-1223; newtongs@gmail.com.
CUB SCOUTS Cub Pack 274 is registering new scouts for 2008-09. Chartered with St. Mary's Parish, with members from the Plympton, MacArthur and Our Lady's schools, meetings are Fridays. Information: 781-209-1725.
WALK AROUND GORE During August guided tours of Gore Place will be available Monday through Friday, 1 p.m., and Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. (on the hour). The grounds are open, year-round, from dawn to dusk with the exception of special event days. Information: www.goreplace.org.

THEATER/FILM/PERFORMANCE
RODGERS AND HAMMERSTEIN Reagle Players presents a salute to the works of Rodgers and Hammerstein on Sunday, Sept. 21, 2 p.m., at Robinson Theatre, 617 Lexington St., Waltham. Tickets: 781-891-5600; www.reagleplayers.com.
`FALSETTOS' ``Falsettos'' plays at Turtle Lane Playhouse, 283 Melrose St., Newton, Sept. 12-Oct. 12. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the AIDS Action Committee. Tickets are $20-$27.50. Information: www.turtlelane.org; turtlelanesoup@comcast.net; 617-244-0169.

MUSIC/DANCE
ELVIS Elvis impersonator Donny ``Elvis'' Romines will perform at EPOCH Senior Healthcare of Chestnut Hill, 615 Heath St., on Friday, Sept. 19, 2:30 p.m. Free. Information/RSVP: 617-243-9990.
AFTERNOON WITH SONGS Soprano Lauren Woo, mezzo-soprano Joo Yeun Chung, and pianist Jung Sun Yoon will perform music by Schumann, Duparc, Gershwin, Turina, and Offenbach at An Afternoon with Songs at the First Presbyterian Church, 34 Alder St., Waltham, on Sunday, Sept. 21, 2 p.m. Free, but donations are welcome. Information: 781-893-3087; info@fpcwaltham.org.
JAMBOREE The French American Victory Club Jamborees the first and third Sunday of the month, 2 to 6 p.m., at 193 Elm St., Waltham. All amateur performers are accepted. Admission is $5. Information: 781-899-8195; www.favclub.org.

EXHIBITS
MATERIAL MEDITATION The New Art Center, 61 Washington Park, Newton, presents Material Meditation, from Sept. 15-Oct. 26, an exhibit featuring six artists who combine sculpture, drawing, and photography in a collaborative installation. The opening reception is Friday, Sept. 19, 6 to 8 p.m. Information: 617-964-3424; cecimendez@newartcenter.org; visit www.newartcenter.org.
CIVIL RIGHTS Icons of the Civil Rights, an exhibition in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and several other Americans who struggled in the civil rights movement, will be at Brandeis University Goldfarb Library, 415 South St., Aug. 26-Sept. 30. Information/related events: brandeis.libguides.com/icons; 781-736-8580; mgnanar@brandeis.edu.
MOUNT IDA The Mount Ida College School of Design Faculty Exhibition is Sept. 9-Oct. 12 at The Gallery, 777 Dedham St. Information: 617-928-4654; kdriscoll@mountida.edu; www.mountida.edu.
BOSTON COLLEGE The McMullen Museum of Art at Boston College will host an exclusive exhibition, ``Mystic Masque: Semblance and Reality in Georges Rouault,'' on view through Dec. 7. The exhibition will comprise approximately 240 of Rouault's finest paintings, works on paper and stained glass - many never before displayed in North America. Information: www.bc.edu/artmuseum; 617-552-8100.
MOUNT IDA The following gallery exhibit is scheduled at Mount Ida College, 777 Dedham St., Newton: Sept. 9-Oct. 12, School of Design Faculty of Mount Ida College Exhibition. The exhibit includes the recent work of faculty members from Mount Ida College's School of Design. Works include graphics, textiles, architectural rendering, digital media, traditional and experimental drawing, sculpture, and mixed media installation. Information: 617-928-4500; www.mountida.edu.
FOLK COLORS Folk Colors of India by Sunanda Sahay will be on display at the Newton Free Library, 330 Homer St., Sept. 3-29. Information: 617-796-1360.
VIEWS FROM AIRPLANE Views from an Airplane Window by Anna Comella will be on view at the Newton Free Library, 330 Homer St., Sept. 3-29. Comella created these lofty monotype collages by painting images onto Plexiglas, transferring them to paper via an etching press and ripping the paper into many smaller pieces. Information: 617-796-1360.
DRESS-REDRESSDress-Redress will address how and why our identities are so closely linked to our clothing, in an exhibition at Brandeis University Women's Studies Research Center, 515 South St., which runs June 19-Sept. 25. It will include painting, sculpture, collage and drawing. Information/related events: www.brandeis.edu/centers/wsrc/.

CLASSES
ADULT ED The Waltham Public Schools Adult Continuing Education classes at the high school begin the week of Sept. 23. There are many new class offerings including circuit training, French, Spanish, cooking, knitting and computer classes. Registration/information: Waltham High School, 617 Lexington St.; Waltham Public Library, 735 Main St.; www.city.waltham.ma.us/SCHOOL; 781-314-5572.

SENIORS
WORK-OFF The City of Waltham announces that applications are now available for its senior citizen for the 9th annual Senior Property Tax Work-Off Program. Waltham's Treasurer and Collector Office has applications and brochures available located at City Hall, 610 Main St., at www.city.waltham.ma.us or will be mailed if you call 781-314-3250.
GOLDEN TONES The Golden Tones, a MetroWest 60-voice senior citizen chorus, welcomes new members. An annual $25 membership fee includes the cost of all music. Information: 508-358-0111; www.goldentones.org.
ALZHEIMERS/DOWN SYNDROME Attend a free workshop Friday, Sept 19, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. (registration at 9:30), at Springwell, 125 Walnut St., Watertown, and learn from the experts about how to maintain community living for your loved one who has Down Syndrome and Alzheimer's. Pre-registration is required. Information: 617-926-4100; events@springwell.com.