Calendar 7/10

COMMUNITY EVENTS
HOUSING The Metropolitan Boston Housing Partnership, a regional nonprofit housing agency that serves Waltham and 29 nearby cities and towns, will have a discussion about housing challenges and resources Monday, July 14, 9:30 to 11 a.m., at the Waltham Public Library, 735 Main St. Light refreshments will be provided. RSVP: 617-425-6762.
REAL ESTATE The Newton-Needham Chamber of Commerce Lawyer's Council Committee presents, Uncovering Issues/Opportunities in Today's Real Estate Market, on Wednesday, July 16, 8 a.m., at The Law Office of Goldman and Pease, First Floor Dining Room, 160 Gould St., Needham. Short sales, buying opportunities and finance challenges are a few of many topics that will be covered. Cost is $10, $15 for guests, and includes continental breakfast. Information/registration: www.nnchamber.com; 617-244-5300.
SUMMER LUNCH The Waltham Boys & Girls Club 2008 Summer Foods Service Program runs June 30-Aug. 29, Monday through Friday, at MacDonald Spray Park/Playground (open site), Newton Street; 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.; Fitch School Playground (open site), Ash Street; 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; Waltham Boys & Girls Club (registration required), 20 Exchange St., 12:45 to 1:30 p.m.; Chester Brook Housing Unit (registration required), Lexington Street; 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.; Camp Hale (registration required), Westwood, noon to 12:30 p.m. All youth 18 years old and under are invited to join us for a delicious, free lunch. Information: 781-893-6620.
FARMER'S 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. Information: 781-894-0357; 781-899-6230; www.waltham-community.org/FarmersMark et.html.
WALTHAM RAW Dr. Thom Bober will discuss the changing landscape of environmental toxicity, its affect on a variety of conditions, and the natural solutions that exist within plants to combat this growing concern at the next Waltham Raw New England Community Dinner/Speaker Series on Tuesday, July 15, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., at UMass Waltham Center, 240 Beaver St. Cost is $5, $10 for non-members. Bring a raw, organic, unprocessed, non-animal based ready-to-serve dish for 6-8 people with recipe and serving utensils. Information: 781-891-0650, Ext. 56; hart.lisa@gmail.com; www.rawnewenglandcommunity.com.
WALK WITH OFFICIALS Healthy Waltham's Walk and Talk With Elected Officials is Mondays, 6 to 7:15 p.m., at the Leary Field track, across the street from Plympton Elementary School on Bacon Street. Information: www.healthy-waltham.org.
DANCE CANCELED Due to a conflict in dates, the First Friday Night Dance at the Sons of Italy on Pleasant Street in Watertown has been cancelled. To be notified of other cancellations or changes, call Sal at 781-894-5749 or mary at 781-646-8578.

SALES/FAIRS/FUNDRAISERS
LAND TRUST The Waltham Land Trust is holding, Ride, Row, Ramble Raffle, with prizes designed to encourage the active use of Waltham's open spaces. Prize include a Trek 7700 Bicycle ($1,179 value), a 10-foot Pamlico 100 Kayak ($659 value), and a REI gift certificate ($150 value). Tickets are $25; only 250 will be sold. Drawing will be held July 19. Tickets: www.walthamlandtrust.org; jrose@walthamlandtrust.org; 781-893-3355.
CAR WASH The High Adventure Crew of Boy Scout Troop 250 will be holding a car wash Saturday, July 12, 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., at Government Center, 119 School St., Waltham. Proceeds will help defray expenses for an 83-mile backpack trek in the mountains of New Mexico this summer. Rain date will be on July 13. Information: 781-899-7115.
ABC HEALTHCARE ABC Home Healthcare, which serves Waltham and the surrounding communities, is a sponsor of VNA Hospice Care's 5th annual Boston Harbor Cruise Fundraiser on Thursday, July 17, 6 to 10 p.m. The night features dinner, live music and raffles. Information/tickets: www.abchhp.com.
SUPPLIES FOR TROOPS Waltham VFW Post 2152 and Ladies Auxiliary will be collecting donations to send to our soldiers in Iraq - Master Sgt. Kathrine Ortaga, Sgt. Chris Physic, Spc. Jeremy Bray, Spc. Paul Briggs, Spc. Daniel Fernandez, Maater Sgt. Kathrine Ortaga and 2Lt. Ryan Galluzzo. Items: www.carepackageproject.com. Information: 781-894-9243.
OPERATION SOLDIER Operation American Soldier is collecting items or donations for shipping costs. Soldiers have requested the following items: candy, cookies (small packages), snacks, microwave popcorn, powdered drink singles, socks (crew), T-shirts, toiletries (unscented), feminine products, blank note cards, playing cards, DVDs & CDs. We need help packing boxes, paperwork and more. Information: 617-504-0532.
BOOKS TO SOLDIERS Got Books can send someone who is currently serving in the U.S. Armed Forces overseas a care package full of books. To submit the name and address, visit www.GotBooks.com/troops. Got Books provides all books and also handles and pays for all labor and shipping costs. Information: www.GotBooks.com; 978-396-6026.

FAMILIES/CHILDREN/TEENS
SCHOOL SUPPLIES The Waltham Salvation Army, 33 Myrtle St., provides needy families help with school supplies. Children in kindergarten through eighth grade are assigned sponsors who purchase grade-appropriate school supplies and one back-to-school outfit, including shoes/sneakers. In 2008, the Salvation Army will serve 100 families, including 300 children. Donate/information: 781-894-0413
PAL The Waltham Police Department begins its PAL Summer Program with expanded offerings, with junior and senior flag football, street hockey and soccer. This program is free to all area youth and runs from July 7-Aug. 15, inside Kennedy Middle School, 655 Lexington St. Information/applications: Waltham Police Station, 155 Lexington St., and Carter Street Substation, 11 Carter St.; 781-314-3600; gcorbett@police.waltham.ma.us.
TRACK NIGHTS The West Suburban YMCA, 276 Church St., Newton, hosts Family Track and Field Nights every Wednesday in July, 6 to 8 p.m. Family Track and Field Nights are open to YMCA members and non-members of all ages and fitness levels. Cost is $2 per event. There will be the 2nd annual Surf and Turf Party on the final Family Track and Field Night on Wednesday, July 30. There will be pool events, outdoor activities, including potato sack races, water balloon toss, and much more, and an old-fashioned barbeque. Cost is $5. Information: 617-224-6050, Ext. 3012; reneeg@westsuburbanymca.org.
LEARNING GARDEN Children in grades 1-4 can learn how farmers grow vegetables and fruits, from planting seeds to making compost to weeding and harvesting. Waltham Parks and Recreation presents Children's Learning Garden: Tuesdays, 9 to 11:30 a.m., July 8-Aug. 12, $35; Mondays and Wednesdays, 1:30 to 4 p.m., July 7-Aug. 13, $70. Information/registration: 781-314-3480.
CHILDREN'S SERIES Free Tuesday Afternoon Children's Performance Series at the Newton Center Playground, Tyler Terrace, Newton Center. On Tuesday, July 15, 1 p.m., the Beanie Bunch, an engaging, highly interactive children's music band, will perform a mix of humor, great songs and quality musicianship. Information: 617-796-1540; 617 527-8283; www.newtonpride.org.
CHILDREN'S SERIES II Free Thursday Afternoon Children's Performance Series on Thursday, July 17, 1 p.m., at Ware's Cove, Auburndale, shores of the Charles River. Rain location will be in the adjacent field house. Bonnie Greenberg will tell stories that are rooted in her love of people, her Appalachian childhood and her experiences in Israel. Information: 617-796-1540; 617-527-8283; www.newtonpride.org.
SPRAY PARKS The Waltham Recreation Department announces that spray parks will open for the summer season June 30, Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Information: 781-314-3475.
TEEN BASKETBALL Two new teen basketball programs will be held at the West Suburban YMCA, 276 Church St.: YMCA Summer Classic 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament, beginning June 30, and a basketball, beginning July 7. Information/registration: 617-244-6050, Ext. 3651.
SUMMER SCHOOL The Minuteman Summer School program, 758 Marrett Road, Lexington, has course offerings specifically designed to meet the needs of elementary school students and their parents. The program runs July 7-Aug. 1, with morning and afternoon sessions available. Registration/information: www.minuteman.org; 781-861-7150.
TENNIS Newton Parks & Rec. offers Summer 2008 tennis, through the middle of August. Information: www.newtontennis.com; newtontennis@earthlink.net; 617-661-PLAY.
BOYS & GIRLS CLUB CAMP The Waltham Boys & Girls Club is accepting registrations for Summer Camp 2008. The camp offers archery, arts and crafts, hiking, boating, swimming and weekly theme events. Camp runs June 30-Aug. 29, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Information: 781-893-6620, Ext. 14; mgranados@walthambgc.org.
YMCA CAMP The Waltham Family YMCA, 725 Lexington St., is taking registrations for Summer Camp. Information: 781-894-5295; Rbleeker@ymcaboston,org; www.ymcaboston.org/waltham.
SUMMER PROGRAMS Brimmer and May is currently accepting applications to its summer programs. Informatio: nwww.brimmerandmaycamp.org; summercamp@brimmer.org; 617-278-2350.
SCIENCE FOR GIRLS Summer Science Institute for girls entering grades 6-8 is offered free of charge and runs June 23-July 3. Information: www.brimmerandmaysummerscience.org; summerscience@brimmer.org; 617-264-1423.
ESSAY CONTEST Waltham students in grades 4-8 (in September 2008) can once again participate in an essay contest, Waltham's History - The Nation's History. Students must use at least two of Waltham's historic resources (free to participating students and their family members through Aug. 4.) Students can enter by sending an e-mail to walthamessay@nara.gov, or they may enter in person at the National Archives and Records Administration, 380 Trapelo Road, Waltham. Information: www.historicwaltham.org.

THEATER/FILM/PERFORMANCE
REAGLE PLAYERS ``All in the Family'' star Sally Struthers headlines the 40th anniversary season of Reagle Players in its July production of ``Annie'' Joining the star is Broadway's original Rooster Hannigan, Bob Fitch. Adding to the fun is Reagle favorite, Beverly Ward, Sarah Pfisterer and Scott Wahle. ``Annie'' plays July 10-19 at Robinson Theater, 617 Lexington St., Waltham. Tickets are $25-$49. Tickets/information: 781-891-5600; www.reagleplayers.com.
ALTERNATIVE FILMS Experimentally ILL: An Indie Showcase of Alternative Film for the Ages, shows July 10, 7 to 9 p.m., at Coolidge Corner Theatre, 209 Harvard St., Brookline. Waltham resident and video artist Lawrence Hollie has teamed up with indie filmmakers D.L. Polonsky and Tom Laskowski to present cinematic works that are not quite fit for the mainstream multiplex. Free. Information: 508-561-0733; capzap1@yahoo.com
NEWTON YOUTH PLAYERS Newton Youth Players summer classes and performance of ``Oklahoma,'' at the Newton Cultural Center, 225 Nevada St. Classes runs June 30-July 24, 9 a.m. to noon. Cost is $650; $700 for non-residents. Students learn basic acting techniques, dancing, scenery, and dancing. Information/registration: 617-796-1540.
COMEDY AND MUSIC World traveler, entertainer and author Derek Mann will present comedy and music at EPOCH Senior Healthcare of Chestnut Hill, 615 Heath St., on Tuesday, July 15, 2:30 p.m. Free. RSVP: 617-243-9990.

MUSIC/DANCE
CONCERTS ON THE COMMON The Waltham Arts Council Concerts on the Common Series runs Tuesdays, July 8-Aug. 26, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Concert-goers are encouraged to bring chairs or a blanket. There will be a refreshment stand. July 15: Jackie Lee Williams Band, '50s and '60s music. Rain date: July 17. Information: 781-893-ARTS; concerts@walthamarts.org; www.walthamarts.org.
JOE REID TRIO The Joe Reid Trio will perform jazz standards and more Thursday, July 17, 7:30 p.m., at the Newton Free Library, 330 Homer St. Free. Information: 617-796-1360.
SUNDAY MUSIC Free Sunday Evening Heritage Festivals on the Newton Centre Green from 6:15 to 8 p.m. Bring lawn chairs and blankets to the corner of Langley Road and Centre Street. On Sunday, July 13, InkasWasi, energized music and dance of traditional Andean heritage and popular American music, will perform. Information: 617-796-1540; 617-527-8283; www.newtonpride.org.
JANE AUSTEN Gore Place will present a concert by The Boston Chamber Ensemble, featuring music from the world of Jane Austen arranged for flute and strings, on Wednesday, July 16, 7 p.m., in the 1793 carriage house. Admission is $15, $10 for Gore Place members. Tickets/information: 781-894-2798; www.goreplace.org/concerts-2008.htm.
CHIMES Three concerts are scheduled on the 11 bell chime of the First Unitarian Society, 1326 Washington St., Newton, on July 8, July 15 and Aug. 9, 7 to 7:45 p.m. The public is invited to bring lawn chairs, blankets and picnic suppers to the church grounds. Both the July 15 and Aug. 19 concerts will feature local chimers Luca Antonucci and Bob Feldman. Information: 617-527-3203.

EXHIBITS
NEWTON ART ASSOC. The Newton Art Association's 59th annual Awards Show will run through July 30 at Newton Free Library, 330 Homer St. An opening reception will be held Thursday, July 10, 7 p.m. More than 70 artists will exhibit works in various media. 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/.
FIGHTING IRISHMEN Fighting Irishmen: Celebrating Celtic Prizefighters 1820 to Present, makes its Massachusetts debut at Boston College John J. Burns Library of Rare Books and Special Collections, 140 Commonwealth Ave., through August 2008. Fighting Irishmen is comprised of an eclectic collection of boxing artifacts, including prints, photographs, paintings, robes, gloves, boxing bags, films and other items. Information: 617-552-3282; www.bc.edu/burns
ROSE ART MUSEUM The Rose Art Museum, Brandeis University, 415 South St, Waltham, launches three spring exhibitions featuring Alexis Rockman, artists of the post-Jewish generation, and the work of Odili Donald Odita, showing May 8-July 27. Information: www.brandeis.edu.

MEETINGS/LECTURES
WOMEN IN NETWORKING The Women in Networking Committee for Newton-Needham Chamber of Commerce's luncheon buffet is Thursday, July 17, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., at the Sheraton Hotel in Needham. The topic is Real Women, Real Success, Hear How it Really Happens. Cost is $35, $45 for guests. Information/registration: 617-244-5300; www.nnchamber.com.
SMALL BUSINESSES The Newton-Needham Chamber of Commerce will have a free Small Business Summer Training event, Time Management Training for Peak Performance, on Thursday, July 10, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., at the Newton Free Library, 330 Homer St. Includes a light fare lunch. Reservations/information: 617-244-5300; www.nnchamber.com.
BRANDEIS IN BERKSHIRES Brandeis University explores key events and issues that shape our world during Brandeis in the Berkshires, Friday, July 11-Sunday, July 13, with, Presidential Election Decision '08. The programs are held at Cranwell Resort, Spa, and Golf Club, 55 Lee Road, Lenox. Breakfast and lunch are included. Information: 781-736-3355; www.brandeis.edu/berkshires.

SENIORS
SPRING/SUMMER PROGRAMS Newton Parks and Recreation offers many active programs to the over 55 participant. Information: 617-796-1506.