Community briefs 7/15

SPRINGWELL, Caregiver's guide workshop
Are you overwhelmed with the paperwork associated with caring for your aging parent? Do you want to get organized, but don't know where to start? Let Springwell help you with its new Caregiver's Notebook: A Guide for Organizing and Record Keeping. There will be a free workshop at the Waltham Public Library Trustee Room, 735 Main St., on Tuesday, July 22, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Each attendee will receive a complimentary Caregiver's Notebook. Family caregivers will also be able to schedule follow-up support sessions with Springwell's caregiver advisor.
Any family caregivers who are interested in the Caregiver's Notebook but is unable to attend can call Springwell's Information & Referral Department and ask for a referral to the Caregiver Program.
RSVP to 617-926-4100 or e-mail caregivers@springwell.com.

WORLD SERIES TROPHIES, On display during concert
The Boston Red Sox 2008 World Championship Trophy tour, sponsored by the Massachusetts State Lottery, will be in Waltham on Tuesday, July 15, 5:30 to 8 p.m., on Waltham Common during the Concerts on the Common. After the World Series victory in 2004, the Red Sox shared the triumph with their fan base by taking the World Championship Trophy to different cities and towns throughout Red Sox Nation for public viewings. The team continues the tradition after the win in 2007, bringing both the 2004 and 2007 World Series Trophies to a public facility in Waltham.
For more information, call the Waltham Mayor's Office at 781-314-3100.

ESSAY CONTEST, Still time to enter
There is still time to enter Waltham's History-The Nation's History essay contest. This contest is offered to encourage young people to explore local history and visit the city's treasures. Students in grades 4-8 in September 2008 are eligible. Students must use at least two of Waltham's historic resources. All historic organizations will offer free admission to participating students and their family members through Aug. 4. Prizes will be awarded.
Enter by sending an e-mail to walthamessay@nara.gov, or visit the National Archives and Records Administration, 380 Trapelo Road. Full contest rules are available at www.historicwaltham.org.

GORE PLACE, Boston Chamber Ensemble
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. The program is designed to compliment the Jane Austen Tours at Gore Place July 18-20. The concert takes place in the 1793 carriage house on the Governor Gore estate. Admission is $15, $10 for Gore Place members.
To reserve tickets, call 781-894-2798. For more information, visit www.goreplace.org/concerts-2008.htm.

WALTHAM LAND TRUST, On Hardy Pond event
Waltham Land Trust and Hardy Pond Association present On Hardy Pond, a free picnic and boating event with fun for the whole family, Saturday, July 19, 5 to 9 p.m., at Lazazzero Park, 7 Shore Road. Those who have kayaks and canoes should bring them, though there will be seats available for those who do not. Bring picnic food. Grills and some cooked food will be provided. The drawing for the Ride, Row, Ramble Raffle fundraiser will take place.
This event is part of an ongoing series sponsored by Waltham Land Trust to highlight Waltham's many open and green spaces. For more information, go to www.walthamlandtrust.org or call 781-893-3355.


NE WOMEN BUSINESS OWNERS, Meeting Wednesday
Come as You Will Be ... And Act "As If!" is the next New England Women Business Owners event Wednesday, July 16, 5:45 to 8:30 p.m., at Hilton Garden Inn, 420 Totten Pond Road. Arrive as who you will be five years from now or 10 years from now. Speak only in the present tense the entire evening, as if it was already your future, all your goals have been achieved, and all your dreams have come true. Bring props to show everyone what you have achieved in the years between, such as best-selling books you've written, magazine covers you've been on, awards you've won, and photographs or scrapbooks of your achievements.
For more information or to register, call 617-277-9162 or e-mail CompuWord@aol.com.

ABC HOME HEALTHCARE, Harbor Cruise fundraiser
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 in support of VNA Hospice Care. The funds earned will provide support for the services provided by VNA Hospice Care, which encompass medical, social, pastoral, bereavement and respite to those facing life limiting illness.
For more information or tickets, visit ABC Home Care's website at www.abchhp.com.

GORE PLACE, Jane Austen Tours
Gore Place, the historic Governor Gore estate, will offer Jane Austen Tours of the 1806 Governor Gore mansion Friday, July 18, 7 p.m., and Sunday, July 20, 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.
Call 781-894-2798 or visit www.goreplace.org for more information and tickets.

SUGARFOOT LATIN JAZZ DUO, At Farmer's Market
The Sugarfoot Latin Jazz Duo will perform at the Waltham Farmers' Market on Saturday, July 19, 11 a.m. Sugarfoot Latin Jazz Duo is headed by Cornell W. Coley, a musician, dancer, and educator based in Boston who has toured regionally and internationally as a dancer, musician, actor, teacher, and researcher. The free concert, which is sponsored by Watertown Savings Bank, will be rescheduled for July 26 in case of rain. This is the second of nine free one-hour concerts to be held at the market this season.
For more information, call 781-894-0357 or 781-899-6230 or visit go to http://www.waltham-community.org/FarmersMarket.html.

RAW WALTHAM, Environmental toxicity
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.
For more information, call 781-891-0650, Ext. 56, e-mail hart.lisa@gmail.com or visit www.rawnewenglandcommunity.com.

SUNDAY HERITAGE FESTIVAL, Bill and Bo Winiker
The Newton Pride Committee and The Mayor's Office for Cultural Affairs present the Free Sunday Evening Heritage Festivals on the Newton Centre Green from 6:15 to 8 p.m. On Sunday, July 20, Bill & Bo Winiker, Boston's famous band will trace American popular music from Ragtime to Hip Hop and everything in between.
For more information, call 617-796-1540 or 617-527-8283, or visit www.newtonpride.org.
If further information is needed, call 617-796-1540 or 617-527-8283, or visit www.newtonpride.org.
ST. MARY OF CARMEN, Festival runs July 16-20
The St. Mary of Carmen Society's 73rd annual Festival is at Joanne Pellegrini Park, Hawthorne Street, July 16-20. There will be a carnival, band concerts and plenty of Italian Food every night, and a procession through the streets of Nonantum on Sunday, 2 p.m.
For more information, e-mail cproia22@yahoo.com.

JOE REID TRIO, Performs at library
The Joe Reid Trio will perform jazz standards and more Thursday, July 17, 7:30 p.m.m at the Newton Free Library, 330 Homer St. Reid has played professionally for more than 30 years and maintains a busy schedule performing in jazz clubs with classical chamber ensembles, dance troupes and numerous theater groups.
For information on this free program, call the library at 617-796-1360.

EPOCH, Comedian and singer Paul Wayne
Paul Wayne, a local comedian, singer and guitar player, will perform at EPOCH Senior Healthcare of Chestnut Hill, 615 Heath St., on Friday, July 18, 10:30 a.m. This event is free and open to the public.
For more information or to RSVP, call Mary Rivera at 617-243-9990.

RUNNER'S WORKSHOP, At Newton-Wellesley Hospital
Do you want to start running? Are you getting ready for your first race? Do you want to improve your performance? On Saturday, July 19, 10 to 11:30 a.m., sports medicine experts from Newton-Wellesley Hospital will host Running Strong: Train Smart - Run Well, a free program for beginner to intermediate runners. The program will be held in the Department of Rehabilitation Services, Second Floor, Newton-Wellesley Hospital, 2014 Washington St. The free workshop is designed to provide beginning runners with the tools to develop a program for a sound running foundation. Intermediate runners will have the opportunity to develop smoother and more efficient running mechanics. Participants will take an active part in the workshop in a learn-by-doing format - so come dressed to run.
Registration is required. To reserve a spot, call CareFinder at 617-243-6383.

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, Real Estate seminar
The Newton-Needham Chamber of Commerce Lawyer's Council Committee will be presenting a seminar, 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. The seminar will be presented by Attorney Howard Goldman of The Law Offices of Goldman and Pease, Amy Tierce of Fairway New England Mortgage and Fran Yerardi of Homevestor's Bay State Properties. Short Sales, Buying Opportunities and Finance Challenges are a few of many topics that will be covered during this event.
The cost of the event is $10, $15 for guests and includes continental breakfast. For more information or to register for this event please visit the Newton-Needham Chamber of Commerce at www.nnchamber.com or call 617-244-5300.

CHILDREN'S SERIES, Storyteller Bonnie Greenberg
The Mayor's Office for Cultural Affairs and Arts in the Parks, Newton Parks and Recreation presents Bonnie Greenberg, storyteller with engaging stories that are rooted in her love of people, her Appalachian childhood and her experiences in Israel, at the Free Thursday Afternoon Children's Performance Series, on Thursday, July 17, 1. The performance, sponsored by The Village Bank, is at at Ware's Cove, on the shores of the Charles River in Auburndal. Rain location will be in the adjacent field house.
For further information, call 617-796-1540 or 617-527-8283, or visit www.newtonpride.org.

WOMEN IN NETWORKING, Real Women, Real Success
The next Newton-Needham Chamber of Commerce Women in Networking luncheon buffet is Thursday, July 17, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., at the Sheraton Hotel in Needham. The topic of discussion is Real Women, Real Success, Hear How it Really Happens, and will features the panel, Roz Garber, president and CEO of Garber Travel/FCM Travel Solutions, Linda Polodian, president and CEO of John Leonard Employment Services, Holly Rose, president and founder of Sage Strategies, LLC, and Tori Stuart, president and founder of Zoe Foods. Cost is $35, $45 for guests.
For more information or to register, contact the Newton-Needham Chamber of Commerce at 617-244-5300 or visit www.nnchamber.com.

CHILDREN'S SERIES, Beanie Bunch
The Mayor's Office for Cultural Affairs and Arts in the Parks, Newton Parks & Recreation Department will present a Free Tuesday Afternoon Children's Performance Series at 1 p.m., at the Newton Center Playground, Tyler Terrace, Newton Center. Tuesday, July 15, will feature the Beanie Bunch, an engaging, highly interactive children's music band. It mixes a healthy dose of humor, great songs and quality musicianship. This performance series is generously sponsored by Citizen's Bank.
For further information, call 617-796-1540 or 617-527-8283, or visit www.newtonpride.org.

CHIME CONCERT, 3 summer dates
Three concerts are scheduled for summer 2008 on the 11 bell chime of the First Unitarian Society, 1326 Washington St. The final two concerts are 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. The pair regularly play the West Newton chime on Sunday mornings and performed last summer's concert series.
For more information, call 617-527-3203.