Name: Make a 3D stained glass Origami Crane with Margaret Stevens at LexArt
Start: 2026-08-16T10:00:00-04:00

Come and create a 3D Origami Crane in beautiful stained glass!
Students will choose their glass, cut out the shapes and wrap each piece in copper foil tape. Then using a template, they will learn how to assemble the pieces into a 3D Origami Crane. They will also add hanging rings so their crane can be hung up in their home or sit on a desk or shelf. 
Last day to sign up is Tuesday, August 11thLexArt, 130 Waltham St, Lexington, MA 02421, USA
Sunday, 10:00 AM-2:00 PM
August 16, Upstairs Classroom
Skills Level: Beginner
Class: $98 (Log in for membership discount prices)

Local Event: Make a 3D stained glass Origami Crane with Margaret Stevens at LexArt

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Make a 3D stained glass Origami Crane with...

Come and create a 3D Origami Crane in beautiful stained glass!
Students will choose their glass, cut out the shapes and wrap...

Make a 3D stained glass Origami Crane with Margaret Stevens at LexArt

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Register all youth under "Girl" spaces.
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The Cat Connection Calendar Raffle is back!&nbsp;30 chances 
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September, but you'll miss out on some great prizes, so get your tickets
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<h2>Thursday, August 13, 2026&nbsp;from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.</h2>
 Celebrate the sweet corn season with a Corn Roast&nbsp;at Gore Place.&nbsp;Enjoy roasted corn freshly picked from local farms, live music, and ice cream, plus the Mighty Squirrel biergarten!&nbsp;Bring a picnic blanket to stay and enjoy the music. This is a great way to support local farms, local businesses and your local museum.
Free admission and&nbsp;free parking! Food and drinks are sold a la carte and on a first-come-first-served&nbsp;basis.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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Annual Corn Roast at Gore Place

Thursday, August 13, 2026 from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
 Celebrate the sweet corn season with a Corn Roast at Gore Place. Enjoy roasted...

Come celebrate corn season at the annual Corn Roast on the historic farm at Gore Place on Thursday, August 13 from 5 to 7 pm. You'll enjoy delicious roasted corn freshly picked from local farms, dance to old-timey music by the Ruth and Ben String Band, have some Frosty Boston ice cream, and browse for books at the Waltham Public Library Bookmobile. Also available that evening is the ever-popular Mighty Squirrel Biergarten! The event is free to attend. Guests pay for food and drinks à la carte. Visit goreplace.org for details and updates.

Local Event: The Annual Corn Roast at Gore Place

The Annual Corn Roast at Gore Place

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Enjoy an evening tour of the 1806 Gore mansion highlighting the life and activism of Robert Roberts, author of the House Servant’s Directory (1827), Boston-based abolitionist, and onetime butler at Gore Place. The tour also highlights other activists and prominent Black leaders from the Boston area, some of whom worked with Roberts in the fight for equality in early 19th Century America. Along the way, you will see the beautiful Great Stairs, Peacock Parlor, Library, Withdrawing Room, Bed Chambers and Servant’s Quarters of the impressive 1806 mansion.&nbsp;

Local Event: The World of Robert Roberts Tour of Gore Mansion

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Join the <a href="https://walthamlandtrust.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Waltham Land Trust</a> in our first-ever water pistol fight! Come celebrate the great outdoors on our very own land, the Lakeview Preserve, <a href="https://irp.cdn-website.com/738775c1/files/uploaded/2025-09-24-GOS-Hardy-Pond-Pondside-Walkway.pdf" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">location&nbsp;#4 on this map</a>. This event is open to adults ages&nbsp;18–40. <a href="https://secure.walthamlandtrust.org/forms/mass-central-rail-trail-cleanupcopied-registration?event=3841" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Registration is required</a>. &nbsp;

What to bring:&nbsp;A water pistol, supply of water (a milk jug works great!), towel, sunscreen. Come prepared to get&nbsp;completely soaked and&nbsp;stick around for snacks and drinks after the water fight! &nbsp;

Parking is available along Lakeview Ave, or at the end of Shore Road or at Lazazzero Park and walk over.
*Rain date August 29 at 2:00.&nbsp;

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Water Pistol Fight for Folks Aged 18-40

Join the Waltham Land Trust in our first-ever water pistol fight! Come celebrate the great outdoors on our very own land, the...

About Our Community
Friends Beyond Boston – Waltham Social (20s–40s) is a local community built around genuine connection, small events, and welcoming spaces where people can actually get to know each other.
We put a lot of care into creating a friendly, intentional environment, both at events and between them.
We’re a member-led group, which means members are welcome (never required) to host or cohost simple events with support, it’s how we keep things fun, varied, and shaped by the people who make this community special.
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About this event:
Okay, so I "discovered" Don't Tell Comedy last year and it was way more fun than I expected. This will be our third event of these with the group and I'm excited to see where it'll be this time around. I'm inviting you all to come with me to find out again this year! 🎤This is one of those experiences that's better with people, which is exactly what our group is about: making new friends, trying new things together, and actually getting out there.Saturday, August 15 - secret indoor location in Waltham (address emailed morning-of)The comedian lineup is a surprise until showtime, but expect 4-7 performers and about 70-90 minutes of comedy. Drinks available for purchase, 21+ event.Tickets are $30. These shows are popular and sell out quickly, so don't wait!🎟️ You MUST purchase your ticket directly, RSVP-ing here doesn't secure your spot.👉 Grab your ticket here: https://www.donttellcomedy.com/shows/boston-19818/Perfect for anyone looking to meet new people and build friendships through a fun shared experience. Let's do this! 🙌Event will be capped at 10 given I don't know the venue.
RSVP: <a href="https://heylo.com/invite/sXKoiAIN" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">heylo.com/invite/sXKoiAIN</a><a href="https://heylo.com/invite/NhIH6DFd" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"></a>


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⏰ Timing
Saturday, August 15 - secret indoor location in Waltham (address emailed morning-of), doors open 6:30 PM, show starts at 7:00 PM.The comedian lineup is a surprise until showtime, but expect 4-7 performers and about 70-90 minutes of comedy.
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