PUBLIC LIBRARY, Battle of Quebec
The Waltham Public Library, 735 Main St., presents, The Battle of Quebec, an illustrated talk by Dr. Helene Day to mark the 250th anniversary of The Battle of the Plains of Abraham, on Wednesday, Nov. 18, 6:30 p.m. Co-sponsored by the Ligue Francophone of New England.
For more information or to sign up, call 781-314-3425, Ext. 2, or visit www.waltham.lib.ma.us and click on Events Calendar.
BRANDEIS UNIVERSITY, Jewish writing
Writing Between Worlds: On Being a Jewish Writer with Tova Mirvis is Wednesday, Nov. 18, 6 p.m., at Brandeis University Liberman-Miller Lecture Hall, Women's Studies Research Center, 515 South St. Do you consider yourself a Jewish writer? Is this a Jewish book? These are often the first questions asked to a Jewish writer, and the ones that cause the most hedging and protest. HBI Scholar-in-Residence and author Tova Mirvis will discuss how both the preponderance of the question, and the anxiety in the response, are distinctly Jewish.
For questions, or to RSVP, e-mail at hbi@brandeis.edu or call 781-736-2064. For more information, visit www.brandeis.edu/hbi.
WALTHAM YMCA, Zumba dance party
Waltham YMCA, 725 Lexington St., presents a free Zumba dance party Nov. 18, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Bring a picture ID and you must be 18 years or older.
For more information, contact the YMCA at 781-894-5295, Ext. 105, or www.ymcaboston.org/waltham.
BLOOD DRIVE, At Children's Hospital
There will be a blood drive Wednesday, Nov. 18, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., at the Bloodmobile in front of Children's Hospital Boston @ Waltham, 9 Hope Ave. All donors will receive a gift.
For more information or to make an appointment, call Monique at 781-216-1155.
POST 2152, Buddy Poppies
Members of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2152 and its Ladies Auxiliary will distribute Buddy Poppies in Waltham during November.
Call Gerry or Janet Lyons at 781-894-9243 for more information or where to buy Poppies.
PERRY TAE KWON DO, Perry's Turky Brigade
Perry Tae Kwon Do again will assist 40 needy families with Perry's Turkey Brigade. Students and their families and friends and will assist 40 needy families with a Thanksgiving meal. Volunteers will prepare, package and deliver complete, uncooked turkey dinners to families in the area. The packages will include a 10-pound partially thawed turkey, potatoes, yams, vegetables, breads, cranberry sauce, dessert, and an oven pan to be used to cook the feast.
To learn more or to donate to the effort, contact Reggie Perry at 781-891-4800.
WALTHAM POLICE, Alcohol compliance check
Det. Lt. Steven Champeon of the Waltham police reports that the department will be conducting alcohol compliance checks at the restaurants, bars, and package stores in the city. The check will involve sending underage youth into liquor establishments with their Massachusetts under 21 driver's license on their person attempting to purchase alcohol. If the youth is asked for identification he or she will be instructed to present their license. Alcohol Compliance Checks will also involve the Waltham detectives entering bars and restaurants and spot-checking the identification of those persons who appear to be under the age of 21 who are consuming alcohol. The Detectives will be in possession of devices assisting them in the detection of fake identification cards and licenses.
The intent of this compliance check is to ensure that questionably aged youth who enter licensed establishments attempting the purchase of alcoholic beverages will be asked to produce identification and that the identification produced is actually scrutinized by their staff. Any liquor establishments found in violation will be reported to the Waltham License Commission.
WALTHAM HOSPITAL, Holiday reunion
There is a Waltham Hospital Holiday Reunion Party on Wednesday, Dec. 2, 5:30 p.m. (dinner at 6:30 p.m.), at Newton American Legion Post 440, 295 California St. There will be a DJ. Deadline for tickets is Nov. 17.
For more information, contact Mary Caira at 617-926-9944 or mcaira44@comcast.net, or e-mail cpeter4765@aol.com. Let either know if you can bring a desert for the desert table.
SALVATION ARMY, Red Kettle volunteers sought
The Salvation Army's annual Red Kettle Drive, the Christmas fundraising effort, begins Nov. 11. Many volunteers are needed: seasonal employment and volunteer opportunities. All interested persons may pickup an application at 33 Myrtle St.
For more information, call 617-780-6787 or walthamsalvationarmy@gmail.com.
CULTURAL ALLIANCE, Talk with director
Newton Cultural Alliance, Newton's new, city-wide collaborative arts organization, launches its programs with a talk with Anita Walker, executive director of the Massachusetts Cultural Council. She will lead a conversation on the impact of the arts on the local economy Thursday, Nov. 19, 6:30 p.m., at Wilson Chapel, Andover-Newton Theological Seminary School, 210 Herrick Road.
RSVPs are requested but not required at contact@newtonculture.org or 617-527-9717.
EPOCH, D&B Entertainment
Vocalists Tara Damiani and Bill Burke from D&B Entertainment will perform at EPOCH Assisted Living at Boylston Place, 615 Heath St., on Thursday, Nov. 19, 6:30 p.m. Their repertoire of songs that includes Broadway show tunes, oldies, jazz tunes and more. This concert is free and open to the public.
For more information or to request a reservation, call Brizida Koci at 617-244-6400.
TURTLE LANE, `Carousel'
Turtle Lane Players, 283 Melrose St., present Rodgers and Hammerstein's ``Carousel,'' Nov. 20-Dec. 6, with special holiday performances Dec. 27-30. Tickets are $27.50-$30. Cabaret seating, full bar.
For reservations or more information, visit www.turtlelane.org or call 617-244-0169.
JACKSON HOMESTEAD, Concerts in the Kitchen
Jackson Homestead and Museum, 527 Washington St., Concerts in the Kitchen series presents Claudia Nygaard on Saturday, Nov. 21, 7:30 p.m. Straddling the genres of Country and Folk music, her songs find their roots and rhythms in the Americana storytelling tradition, and her melodies are passionate and emotional. Suggested donation is $7.50; $10 at the door.
For tickets, e-mail notlobreservations@comcast.net (24 hours in advance). For more information, call 617-796-1450.
MAYOR'S OFFICE, Art & Craft Show
The Mayor's Office for Cultural Affairs sponsors the 5th annual juried Fine Art & Craft Show on Saturday, Nov. 21, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, Nov. 22, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Newton Cultural Center, 225 Nevada St. Many artists have generously donated a piece of their work for a raffle, the proceeds of which will support the many free programs sponsored by The Mayor's Office for Cultural Affairs.
For further information, call 617-796-1540 or 617-527-8283, or e-mail Lplaut@newtonma.gov or JAnderson@newtonma.gov.
CRAFT FAIR, Woman's Club and Hyde Center
The Newton Woman's Club and the Hyde Center sponsor the seventh annual Holiday Craft Fair at the Hyde Center, 90 Lincoln St., on Saturday, Nov. 21, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. All the Woman's Club receipts benefit high school students and other community service.
For questions, contact Millie at 617-527-5400, or Gloria at 617-964-2054 or glothompson@verizon.net.
MOVING ON, Bereavement group
Moving On - Life after Spousal Loss: A Unique Bereavement Support Group for 55+ next meeting is Wednesday, Nov. 18, 4:30 to 6 p.m., at Newton-Wellesley Hospital, Allen-Riddle, Rm. 100, 2014 Washington St. Subsequent meetings are on third Wednesday of the month.
For more information, call 781-899-7434.
