LENTEN BREAKFAST, At Trinity Church
Five Waltham churches will be hosting Lenten breakfasts on Thursdays mornings during Lent. The first will be held March 4, 6:30 a.m., at Trinity Church, 730 Main St. There will be a short devotional provided by the Pastor or a lay member of the host church followed by breakfast. The program is non-denominational.All breakfasts are supported by a free will donation.
For more information, call Dennis Bernhardt at 781-891-3920.
FOREIGN LANGUAGE, For elementary and middle schoolers
Waltham elementary and middle schools can learn German, French or Spanish after school, beginning at 3 p.m. Trained language teachers using curricula written by children's language experts. Games, songs activities and drama are used to teach the language naturally. Classes begin Tuesday, March 3. Tuition for 12 classes is $190. Enrollment and materials fees $15.
For more information, call Tanya Snyders at 781-577-9304.
LISA GENOVA, Speaking at library
First-time author and Waltham native Lisa Genova will discuss her New York Times bestseller, ``Still Alice,'' at the Waltham Public Library, 735 Main St., on Wednesday, March 4, at 7:30 p.m. ``Still Alice'' centers on Alice Howland, a 50-year-old celebrated Harvard professor at the height of her career who struggles to maintain her independence with her sudden descent into early onset Alzheimer's disease. Copies of novel will be on sale.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Waltham Public Library, the event is free. To RSVP, call 781-314-3425, Ext. 2, or register under Events Calendar at waltham.lib.ma.us.
REALTORS ASSOCIATION, Graduate program
The Massachusetts Association of Realtors presents Course 201 of the Graduate Realtor Institute program on March 4-5, 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., at the Association Headquarters, 256 Second Ave. The two-day course will provide instruction on Code of Ethics and Professional Standards; Negotiating and technology. Registration for the course is $250, $275 at the door. This course is open only to association members.
To register, contact the MAR Education Department at 800-725-6272 or visit the online calendar at www.marealtor.com.
OASIS COFFEEHOUSE, Rob Laurens
Folk balladeer Rob Laurens makes a return appearance to The Oasis Coffeehouse, 34 Alder St., on Friday, March 6, 7:30 p.m. The Oasis Coffeehouse is a not-for-profit gallery run by volunteers from the First Presbyterian Church where it is housed, and provides a safe, inclusive and alcohol-free environment where all ages can enjoy live music, visual arts, fair-trade coffee and tea, home-baked desserts, and free Wi-Fi. Admission is $12, $10 students/seniors, $10 for Waltham residents and $8 for Brandeis/Bentley students.
Tickets may be purchased at www.brownpapertickets.com. For additional information visit. www.oasiscoffeehouse.org.
FOREIGN LANGUAGE, For elementary and middle schoolers
Waltham elementary and middle schools can learn German, French or Spanish after school, beginning at 3 p.m. Trained language teachers using curricula written by children's language experts. Games, songs activities and drama are used to teach the language naturally. Classes begin Tuesday, March 3. Tuition for 12 classes is $190. Enrollment and materials fees $15.
For more information, call Tanya Snyders at 781-577-9304.
HOLLY BOYKO, Fundraiser for half marathon run
Waltham resident Holly Boyko is running a half marathon in May for Alzheimer's disease. She is holding a fuindraising benefit Friday, March 6, 8 p.m., at Copperfield's, 98 Brookline Ave, Boston. Ticiets are $10 in advance or at the door. There will be drawings for prizes, refreshments and more.
For more informaiton, contact Holly Boyko at hcboyko@yahoo.com.
TOM STANLEY, St. Patrick's Party
State Rep. Tom Stanley's annual St. Patrick's Party is Friday, March 6, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., at the American Legion Post 156, 215 Waverley Oaks Road. The family event features ice cream, pizza, arts and crafts and dancing for kids, Irish music by the Mike Reynolds Band, Irish step dancers and free faffle for adults. There will be a tradition corned beef and cabbage dinner. Suggested donation is $35 (childen are free).
Send check to The Stanley Committee, 19 Neighbors Lane, Waltham, MA 02453. For more information, e-mail stanleycommittee@verizon.net.
FRENCH CLUB, Fundraiser dance
The French American Victory Club, 193 Elm St., is holding a Springler fundraiser dance Saturday, March 7, 8 p.m., featuring the Country Masters. Admission is free with the purchase of a $25 raffle ticket, otherwise admission is $10. Only 500 tickets will be sold for 21 chances to win a total of $4,500 in prize money (10 prizes of $50, 5 of $100, 5 of $500, and 1 of $1,000).
For information, call 781-899-8195 or log on to www.favclub.org.
WALTHAM LIBRARY, Crafts for preschoolers
Craft projects for children will be available at the Waltham Public Library, 735 Main St., on Saturday, March 7, 10:30 a.m. This free program is ideal for preschool children. No sign-up is necessary.
For information, call 781-314-3425.
CHRISTINE LAVIN, At Brandeis
Multi-award winning singer, songwriter and entertainer Christine Lavin will deliver a Marquee Series performance at Brandeis on Friday, March 6, 8 p.m., at Slosberg Music Center, 415 South St. Her performances are one-of-a-kind, using shrewd insight and wit to present a smart and funny take on contemporary life.
For tickets, visit www.go.brandeis.edu/brandeistickets or call 781-736-3400. Tickets are also available at the daytime box office in the Spingold Theater Center and at the Slosberg box office one hour before event.
REAGLE PLAYERS, Gala fundraiser
``Laugh In'' zany comic, Jo Anne Worley, is winging in from Los Angeles to make a special guest appearance at the Reagle Players' fund raiser and gala, A Night to Remember, on Saturday, March 7, 7:30 p.m., at DoubleTree Guest Suites, 500 Winter St. The elegant cocktail party format includes music, cash bar, hors d'oevres, several high end live auction items plus the fun appearance by Jo Anne Worley. Waltham's own Jerry Walker will be the evening's MC. Tickets are $125.
For information, call 781-891-5600.
PARKS AND REC, Online registration for programs
Online registration for the Waltham Recreation Department's spring programs run Monday, March 2, 9 a.m., to Friday, March 6, 4 p.m. To register go to: www.city.waltham.ma.us and follow the link to Recreation.
Walk-in registration begins Tuesday, March 17, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Recreation Department, 314 Totten Pond Road. Registration will continue until the programs are full. For more information, call 781-314-3475.
BACK PAGES BOOKS, Lewis Robinson
Writer Lewis Robinson, author of ``Officer Friendly'' will read from and discuss his newly released novel, ``Water Dogs,'' with Michael Vollmer, author of ``Future Missionaries of America,'' at Back Pages Books, 289 Moody St., on Tuesday, March 3, 7:30 p.m. This event is free.
For more information, visit www.backpagesbooks.com or call 781-209-0631.
EPOCH, Paul Wayne
Local comedian, singer and guitarist Paul Wayne will perform at EPOCH Senior Healthcare of Chestnut Hill, 615 Heath St., on Friday, March 6, 10:30 a.m. Wayne's musical talents, sense of humor and unique performance style combine, making him a guaranteed crowd pleaser. Wayne's performance is free and open to the public.
For more information or to request a reservation, call Mary Rivera at 617-243-9990.
SAMANTHA'S HARVEST, Comedy night fundraiser
Samantha's Harvest, an organization devoted to enhancing the lives of individuals with Down syndrome, will host its second annual Comedy Night fundraiser featuring Boston's premier comedian, Tony V, on Saturday, March 7, 7 p.m. to midnight, at the Newton Marriott Hotel, 2345 Commonwealth Ave. There will be appetizers, dinner, cocktails, a decadent chocolate fountain and both live and silent auctions. Tickets are $55.
To purchase tickets or to get more information, call Samantha's Harvest at 781-354-0544, e-mail info@samanthasharvest.org, or visit www.samanthasharvest.org.
LA LECHE LEAGUE, Nutrition and Weaning
La Leche League of Newton's monthly meeting, Nutrition and Weaning, is Wednesday, March 4, 10 to 11:30 a.m. The meeting is open to mothers and their nursing babies and mothers-to-be.
For location and more information, call Linda at 617-527-8343.
GREEN DECADE, Student art and essay contest
The annual Student Energy Conservation Art & Essay Contest is back for 2009. All Newton students in grades 3-12, living or attending school in Newton, are eligible to enter either or both contests. Entries are due March 20. Students must register online at www.greendecade.org.
For more information, call 617-965-1995 or e-mail energycontest@greendecade.org.
EPOCH, Boston police strike of 1919
Historian and Stonehill College Professor of American History Gary L. Hylander, Ph.D., will give a lecture, Bay State Blues: The Boston Police Strike of 1919, at EPOCH Assisted Living at Boylston Place, 615 Heath St., on Tuesday, March 3, 2:30 p.m. Boston's police force was considered the finest in the early 1900s even though patrolmen were working more than 70 hours a week for only $0.29 an hour. In response, officers attempted to unionize and were fired for their efforts, sparking the strike of 1919.
Call 617-244-6400 for more information or to request a reservation.
CHILD STUDY CENTER, Open house
The Pine Manor College Child Study Center, 400 Heath St., an education center for preschoolers in Chestnut Hill, is currently enrolling for its summer camp program, to be offered June 1-July 24, on a full or part-time basis. Interested families can tour the newly-renovated facilities at an Open House on Wednesday, March 4, 6 to 8 p.m.
For more information, visit www.pmc.edu/csc .
CIRCLE OF CARING, Book discussion group
Circle of Caring at Hospice of the Good Shepherd is hosting its first Book Night and Discussion Group, as part of the educational series, Public Messages, Personal Experiences ... An exploration of the social context for end-of-life care, on Tuesday, March 3, 6 to 8 p.m. Participants will have read, ``Tuesdays with Morrie,'' and will be prepared to participate in both small and large group discussions. Free.
To reserve a space, send an e-mail to Jennifer at jsax@hospicegoodshepherd.org.
PALS, Purim Parade
Preschoolers and their families are invited to the PALS (Preschoolers And Little Siblings) Purim Parade, featuring Davey the Clown, who will share juggling, magic, unicycling and balloon sculpture Tuesday, March 3, 1:30 p.m., at Solomon Schechter Day School of Greater Boston, 60 Stein Circle. Admission for PALS programs is free.
To register or for more information, contact Stephanie Maroun at 617-630-4625 or stephanie.maroun@ssdsboston.org.
