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SUMMARY:Motorheads Car Club Pre-War Vehicle Show (1893-1941) Automobiles - Bicycles - Motorcycles
DESCRIPTION:*Owners of Pre World War II & Brass Era Vehicles\, Veteran Motorcars\, bicycles and Motorcycles!*\nThis event will be held at Gore Place the former home of Charles H. Metz & offices of the Metz Automobile Co. between 1911-1921.\nThe Motorheads Car Club in conjunction with Gore Place\, Waltham Museum\, Metz / Waltham Vehicle Owners Group / Marsh Metz Owners & Waltham Historical Society invite you to participate in a show of prewar vehicles including those manufactured in Waltham\, Ma. by Charles Metz\, Piper & Tinker\, Orient Bicycles\, Orient Motorcycles & others including Marsh / Metz Motorcycles of Brockton\, Ma.\nTrailer parking on site. $20.00 per vehicle charity event.\n*Period dress is encouraged.\nGore Place\nwww.goreplace.org\nThe Motorheads 6th Annual Car Show.\nwww.motorheadscarclub.net\nWaltham Museum\nwww.walthammuseum.org\nWaltham Historical Society\nwww.walthamhistoricalsociety.org\nCharles River Museum\nhttps://www.charlesrivermuseum.org\nAwards\, Vendors\, Food\, Raffles\, Trophies.\nGore Place\n52 Gore St. Waltham\, Ma. 02453\nAugust 4th 7am-3pm\n7AM to 3PM\nFor additional information 508.320.8876\nGore Place is A 50-acre country estate in the City of Waltham\, Ma. A grand Federal Style mansion steeped in history\, a farm\, and an invaluable community resource.
URL:https://walthammuseum.org/index.php/event/motorheads-car-club-pre-war-vehicle-show-1893-1941-automobiles-bicycles-motorcycles/
LOCATION:Gore Place\, 52 Gore Street\, Waltham\, MA\, United States
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SUMMARY:Rick Wolfe: Bicycles & Motor Cycles and the Waltham / Brockton Connection the Marsh – Metz Motorcycle
DESCRIPTION:Waltham’s own innovator\, designer and manufacturer and founder of the Waltham Manufacturing Co. Charles Herman Metz is known for the Metz Automobile along with manufacturing bicycles beginning in 1893 under the name Orient and creating the first production Motor Cycles in the United States later known as “Motorcycles” in 1898 named the Orient – Astor. Metz left Waltham Manufacturing in 1902 to start his own company exclusively to manufacture motorcycles on Whitney Ave. In 1905 Charles Metz partnered with the Marsh brothers manufacturers of the Marsh Motorcycle in Brockton\, Ma. and produced the Marsh – Metz Motorcycle. \n The Waltham Museum welcomes Rick Wolfe a native of and resident of Canada\, who has been collecting bicycles and motorcycles since he was 14 years old. Now at age 67 Rick travels the United States and Canada educating people on the history of both motorcycles and bicycles. He will be discussing his passion for collecting motorcycles and bicycles and displaying for us his Marsh – Metz Motorcycle and Orient Bicycles from his collection. Rick also owned a 1906 Orient Buckboard manufactured in Waltham. Rick has been featured on cbc.ca/news.  \nRick’s taste for early machines began at an early age. He worked for the Ford Motor Co of Canada for over 30 years – eleven as an artist.  Rick is the Captain of The Wheelmen in Canada the organization\, whose main purpose is to keep the history of bicycling alive and to promote the restoration and riding of early cycles manufactured before 1932. Rick advocates getting youth involved. He’s also a member of the American Automobile Club of America\, American Motorcycle Club of America and the Horseless Carriage Club of America. Rick is quite active with these organizations and donates a lot of his time to charitable organizations. \n Metz Day is sponsored by the Village Bank \n 
URL:https://walthammuseum.org/index.php/event/rick-wolfe-bicycles-motor-cycles-and-the-waltham-brockton-connection-the-marsh-metz-motorcycle/
LOCATION:Waltham Museum\, 25 Lexington Street\, Waltham\, MA\, 02452\, United States
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SUMMARY:Lynne Tolman Presents an Illustrated Talk - Major Taylor “the Worcester Whirlwind”
DESCRIPTION:Learn the story of the 1899 world cycling champion’s remarkable life on and off the racetracks of the world at the turn of the 20th century\, and how the legacy of this African American pioneer is shaping cycling and our cities today. \nLynne Tolman is a cyclist herself\, an editor — retired from the Worcester Telegram & Gazette — and president of the nonprofit Major Taylor Association\, based in Worcester. She is a graduate of the Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University. She has written about bicycling for VeloNews\, USA Cycling\, and other publications\, and she bikes with the Seven Hills Wheelmen. One of her other hobbies is genealogy\, another species of the history bug.  \nYou can watch the New Major Taylor – Champion of the Race documentary at https://www.indianapublicmedia.org/majortaylor/ or https://youtu.be/nzDn3Ifmd0k \n Metz Day is sponsored by the Village Bank
URL:https://walthammuseum.org/index.php/event/lynne-tolman-presents-an-illustrated-talk-major-taylor-the-worcester-whirlwind/
LOCATION:Waltham Museum\, 25 Lexington Street\, Waltham\, MA\, 02452\, United States
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SUMMARY:Waltham Museum’s Annual Metz Day
DESCRIPTION:Join Us on Saturday\, August 3rd\, 2024 10am–3pm \nMetz Cars\, Vintage & Orient Bicycles\, and a Marsh-Metz Motorcycle on display. Talks & Tours – Free Admission. Parking available in the Public Parking Garage directly across from the museum. \n11am Lynne Tolman Illustrated Talk – Major Taylor “the Worcester Whirlwind” Learn the story of the 1899 world cycling champion’s remarkable life on and off the racetracks of the world at the turn of the 20th century\, and how the legacy of this African American pioneer is shaping cycling and our cities today. \nLynne Tolman is a cyclist herself\, an editor — retired from the Worcester Telegram & Gazette — and president of the nonprofit Major Taylor Association\, based in Worcester. \n  \n1pm Rick Wolfe Talk Bicycles & Motor Cycles and the Waltham/Brockton Connection \nWaltham’s Charles Herman Metz\, founded the Waltham Manufacturing Co\, known for the Metz Automobile. He also manufactured bicycles beginning in 1893 under the name Orient\, and in 1898 created the first production Motor Cycles in the United States the Orient – Astor. In 1902 Metz started his own company on Whitney Ave. to exclusively manufacture motorcycles\, and in 1905 he partnered with the Marsh brothers\, manufacturers of the Marsh Motorcycle in Brockton\, and produced the Marsh – Metz Motorcycle. \nRick Wolfe has been collecting motorcycle and bicycles since he was 14. He spent 30 years with the Ford Motor Co of Canada\, 11 of those as an artist. Rick is the Captain of The Wheelmen in Canada\, whose main purpose is to keep the history of bicycling alive\, and to promote the restoration and riding of early cycles manufactured before 1932. He’s a member of the American Automobile Club of America\, American Motorcycle Club of America and the Horseless Carriage Club of America. \n Metz Day is sponsored by the Village Bank \n  \n.       \nSUNDAY\, AUGUST 4th 7 AM–3 PM GORE PLACE: Metz / Waltham – Pre-War Vehicle Show @ Motorheads Car Show.The Motorheads Car Club in conjunction with Gore Place\, Waltham Museum\, Metz / Waltham Vehicle Owners Group / Marsh Metz Owners & Waltham Historical Society
URL:https://walthammuseum.org/index.php/event/waltham-museums-annual-metz-day/
LOCATION:Waltham Museum\, 25 Lexington Street\, Waltham\, MA\, 02452\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Waltham Museum":MAILTO:info@walthammuseum.org
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SUMMARY:Rolling In Waltham with Joe Maffei
DESCRIPTION:If you grew up roller skating at the Wal-lex\, your head fills with the sounds of organ music and wheels on woods – dimming lights and special dances. Joe Maffei will take us to the other side of roller skating\, the competitive side\, the rigors of daily practice\, meeting skaters throughout the country\, the pressure of competition and the reward of hard work.  \nJoe was born legally blind with a high IQ and the stigma of a hyperactive child. Doctors told his father\, Ralph Maffei\, a retired U.S. Army drill sergeant\, he would need to keep his son busy\, so he did! Joe became a 5 time U.S. National Roller Skating Champion. He was voted Skater of the Year and later inducted into the Roller Skating Hall of Fame\, ranking in the top 3 in the world. He was honored by the Massachusetts State Senate where a banquet was held in his honor. \nA natural athlete\, Joe was voted “Most Talented” in school and excelled in many areas such as gymnastics\, football\, martial arts and music. \nIn 2018\, Joe and his wife started a non-profit organization called MightyDrum\, Inc. providing transportation to those suffering from drug addiction. \nJoin us at the Waltham Museum\, 25 Lexington St.\, for this free fun interactive talk. Signup by calling 781-893-9020 or emailing info@walthammuseum.org with name\, phone# & email\, and number of participants. Parking available in the Public Parking Garage directly across from the Waltham Museum. \n This program is supported in part by a grant from the Waltham Cultural Council\, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency.
URL:https://walthammuseum.org/index.php/event/rolling-in-waltham-with-joe-maffei/
LOCATION:Waltham Museum\, 25 Lexington Street\, Waltham\, MA\, 02452\, United States
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SUMMARY:Steampunk 2024
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Waltham Museum Saturday May 11\, from10am-3pm \n  \n 
URL:https://walthammuseum.org/index.php/event/steampunk-2024/
LOCATION:Waltham Museum\, 25 Lexington Street\, Waltham\, MA\, 02452\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240504T140000
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SUMMARY:Jessica Lucci “History behind my steampunk book\, "Waltham Watch."
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Waltham Museum for the 6th in our Saturday Socials Series! \nThis family-friendly program will share some of the historic references as pertains to Jessica Lucci’s novel\, “Watch City: Waltham Watch.” says\, “This event is to arouse curiosity into further historic investigation\, and to express my absolute delight in learning for myself.”  Children’s activities will make history tangible and exciting.    \nJessica Lucci is a poet\, steampunk\, and historical fiction author who writes about modern issues while maintaining historic integrity.  She makes her home in Waltham\, MA\, where she serves as president of the Waltham Arts Council\, and on the board of directors of the Waltham Museum\, and High Tech Waltham committee.  She also helps organize faires and festivals in Waltham\, such as Waltham Pride\, and Kaleidoscope.   \nOur free event will take place on Saturday\, May 4th\, 2024\, from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM at. Seats are limited\, so signup by calling 781-893-9020 or emailing info@walthammuseum.org with name\, phone# & email\, and number of participants.  \nParking available in the Public Parking Garage directly across from the Waltham Museum. \nThis program is supported in part by a grant from the Waltham Cultural Council\, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency.  \n 
URL:https://walthammuseum.org/index.php/event/jessica-lucci-history-behind-my-steampunk-book-waltham-watch/
LOCATION:Waltham Museum\, 25 Lexington Street\, Waltham\, MA\, 02452\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240323T140000
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SUMMARY:Swing Into Spring West Coast Swing Dance Lesson!
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to **Swing into Spring – West Coast Swing Dance Lesson**! Get ready to kick off the spring season with some fun and energetic dancing. Join us for an exciting in-person dance lesson. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced dancer\, single or with a partner\, this event is perfect for anyone looking to learn or improve their West Coast Swing skills. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to meet new people\, get some exercise\, and have a great time. See you on the dance floor! 🕺💃 \nRon Margolin has been dancing West Coast Swing for over 15 years and teaching it for about 8 years. He has trained with several of the area’s best teachers.  His emphasis is on simplifying the dance so that students can quickly reach a level where they can enjoy it and participate in dances in the large and friendly local Westie community. Ron is a retired physician and a Waltham resident. \nOur free event will take place on Saturday\, March 23rd\, 2024\, from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM at 25 Lexington St. Waltham. Signup by calling 781-893-9020 or emailing info@walthammuseum.org with name\, phone # & email\, and number of participants. Parking available in the Public Parking Garage directly across from the Waltham Museum. \n This program is supported in part by a grant from the Waltham Cultural Council\, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency.
URL:https://walthammuseum.org/index.php/event/swing-into-spring-west-coast-swing-dance-lesson/
LOCATION:Waltham Museum\, 25 Lexington Street\, Waltham\, MA\, 02452\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240210T140000
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SUMMARY:A Bittersweet History: The Role of Chocolate in 18th Century New England
DESCRIPTION:“A Bittersweet History: The Role of Chocolate in 18th Century New England.” \n Join the Waltham Museum for an interactive experience to learn about the history and local production of colonial chocolate!  The location of Waltham and its proximity to the mills along the Charles River helped industry thrive in the region.  In this discussion\, historian Michele Gabrielson will explain how this delectable treat played a role in the lives of colonial New Englanders and how the Bemis Family had a direct link to chocolate.  \nMichele Gabrielson is a history teacher who frequently uses living history techniques in the classroom to bring the subject material alive for her middle school students. When she is not teaching in the classroom\, Michele can be found leading tours at historic sites in the greater Boston area\, or specializing in interpreting the history of colonial women printers\, chocolate makers\, and loyalist refugees.   \nOur free event will take place on Saturday\, February 10\, 2024\, from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM at 25 Lexington St. Waltham. Seats are limited\, so signup by calling 781-893-9020 or emailing info@walthammuseum.org with name\, phone# & email\, and number of participants. Parking available in the Public Parking Garage directly across from the Waltham Museum. \nJoin us at the Waltham Museum for the 4th in our Saturday Social Series! \nThis program is supported in part by a grant from the Waltham Cultural Council\, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency.
URL:https://walthammuseum.org/index.php/event/a-bittersweet-history-the-role-of-chocolate-in-18th-century-new-england/
LOCATION:Waltham Museum\, 25 Lexington Street\, Waltham\, MA\, 02452\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240120T140000
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SUMMARY:Winter Sowing of New England Pollinator Plants
DESCRIPTION:Are you passionate about supporting local pollinators\, creating a vibrant ecosystem in your own backyard\, or just having some native plants that you can grow in large flower pots or barrels?  Then this event is perfect for you!  \nHave you ever sowed seeds in winter\, which is what many perennial plants need to germinate in spring?  If not\, then attend this event and get “pollinated” with techniques to grow such plants. \nWaltham Garden Club’s Nancy Eyster-Smith will introduce you to New England native plant species that grow well in gardens and in large flower pots and will guide you through the process of winter sowing\, a technique that gives perennial native seeds the conditions needed for germination.  \nNancy will provide seeds of white foxglove beardtongue\, orange butterfly milkweed\, purple New England aster\, and red columbine (L-> R above).  All are New England natives that attract a variety of pollinators including bees\, butterflies\, and hummingbirds. \nItems to bring if you can: rinsed & dry plastic gallon milk jugs\, water mister spray bottle\, strong bag to carry planted jugs home\, and your questions.  Provided will be choice of 4 seeds options\, potting mix\, markers/pencils & plant labels\, tape\, and additional milk jugs.  \nOur free event will take place on Saturday\, January 20\, 2024\, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at 25 Lexington St. Waltham. Seats are limited to 25\, so signup by calling 781-893-9020 or emailing info@walthammuseum.org with name\, phone # & email\, and number of participants. Parking available in the Public Parking Garage directly across from the Waltham Museum.  \nDon’t miss out on this opportunity to connect with fellow nature enthusiasts and gain valuable insights into creating a pollinator-friendly environment.  Let’s sow the seeds of a brighter future for our beloved pollinators! 🌺🐝 \nJoin us at the Waltham Museum for the 3rd in our Saturday Social Series!! \nThis program is supported in part by a grant from the Waltham Cultural Council\, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency.
URL:https://walthammuseum.org/index.php/event/winter-sowing-of-new-england-pollinator-plants/
LOCATION:Waltham Museum\, 25 Lexington Street\, Waltham\, MA\, 02452\, United States
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SUMMARY:HOLIDAY SING & SING-A-LONG!
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the harmonious voices of Ashley\, Amy\, Jane and Sherri – Life’s a Pitch Quartet! Join us as we come together to celebrate the joyous holiday season through the power of music. Enjoy a festive time of barbershop-style music! Join your voices with theirs during the Sing-A-Long.\n\nGrab your loved ones\, put on your favorite holiday sweater\, and join us for an afternoon filled with laughter\, joy\, and or course\, singing!\n\nLight refreshments will be provided\, and an optional museum tour will be available! Parking available in the municipal lot across the street from 25 Lexington.\n\nDon’t miss out on this delightful FREE event that will leave you and your family and friends feeling merry and bright. Mark your calendars for the Holiday Sing and Sing-a-Long!
URL:https://walthammuseum.org/index.php/event/holiday-sing-sing-a-long/
LOCATION:Waltham Museum\, 25 Lexington Street\, Waltham\, MA\, 02452\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231028T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231028T153000
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SUMMARY:Chomsky and Me
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a talk with Waltham native\, former MIT staff member\, and author Bev Boisseau Stohl.  Bev ran the MIT office of the renowned linguist and social critic Noam Chomsky.  Chomsky and Me describes a relationship between two quite different people who\, through the happenstance of work\, form a bond that is both surprising and reciprocally rich. \nBev Stohl is a nonfiction writer with published essays in The Chronicle of Higher Education\, the MIT Press\, Stethoscopes and Pencils\, Chomsky.info\, and on Reddit and other social media. Chris Lydon interviewed Bev on his Open Source radio show. Chomsky and Me: A Memoir (OR Books\, 2023) is the story of her 24 years as Noam Chomsky’s assistant at MIT. Bev\, Noam\, and her dog Roxy have been featured in graphic novels\, and animated in Michel Gondry’s 2013 film\, Is the Man who is Tall Happy? Bev has performed stand-up comedy and appeared on TV news shows talking backward. She has dabbled in woodworking\, and is mediocre at piano\, guitar\, and ukulele. You can find Bev online at www.facebook.com/ChomskyandMeAMemoir and www.instagram.com/ChomskyandMeAMemoir \nThe Waltham Museum                                                   \n25 Lexington Street  Waltham\, MA       \nSaturday\, October 28   2PM to 3:30 PM  \nFree Event / Donations Accepted                                                                                     \n  \n                              \n                                                                     
URL:https://walthammuseum.org/index.php/event/chomsky-and-me/
LOCATION:Waltham Museum\, 25 Lexington Street\, Waltham\, MA\, 02452\, United States
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SUMMARY:Metz / Waltham - All Pre-War Vehicle Show @ Motorheads Car Show
DESCRIPTION:Calling all Pre World War 2 & Brass Era Vehicles\, Veteran Motorcars !\nRescheduled to Rain Date Sunday October 22nd. The Motorheads Car Club in conjunction with Gore Place\, Waltham Museum\, Metz / Waltham Vehicle Owners Group / Marsh Metz Owners & Waltham Historical Society invite you to participate in a show of prewar vehicles including those manufactured in Waltham\, Ma. by Charles Metz\, Piper Tinker\, Orient Bicycles\, Orient Motorcycles & others including Marsh / Metz Motorcycles of Brockton\, Ma. \nPublic: Free \nTrailer parking on site.\n$20.00 per vehicle charity event.\n*Period dress is encouraged.\nThis event will be held at Gore Place the former home of Charles H. Metz & offices of the Metz Automobile Co. between 1911-1921.\n\nGore Place\nwww.goreplace.org\nThe Motorheads 6th Annual Car Show.\nwww.motorheadscarclub.net\nWaltham Museum\nwww.walthammuseum.org\nWaltham Historical Society\nwww.walthamhistoricalsociety.org\n\nHighlighting Waltham & Brockton manufactured Automobiles\, Motorcycles\, Bicycles\, Buckboards.\nAwards\, Vendors\, Food\, Raffles\, Trophies.\n\nGore Place\n52 Gore St. Waltham\, Ma. 02453\nRescheduled to Rain Date October 22nd 7am-3pm\nFor additional information 508.320.8876\nGore Place is A 50-acre country estate in the City of Waltham\, Ma. A grand Federal Style mansion steeped in history\, a farm\, and an invaluable community resource.
URL:https://walthammuseum.org/index.php/event/metz-waltham-all-pre-war-vehicle-show-motorheads-car-show/
LOCATION:Gore Place\, 52 Gore Street\, Waltham\, MA\, United States
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SUMMARY:Metz Day at the Waltham Museum 1pm Talk: Bob McGann as Charles Herman Metz
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday Sept.23rd\, the Waltham Museum will be open 10am-2pm for tours and a 1pm talk with Charles Herman Metz. \nCome meet the man who raced and innovated bicycles in the 1890s\, who was the first mass producer of motorcycles in the U.S.\, and who as a peer of Henry Ford manufactured automobiles at the Waltham Manufacturing Company and then the Metz Company until 1922. Charles H. Metz bought the Gore Estate in 1911 and lined his cars on the top of the hill for display. \n\n  \n\nSaturday 9/23 1pm Charles Herman Metz talk by Waltham resident Bob McGann at the Waltham Museum\, 25 Lexington St. Regular admission for tours.
URL:https://walthammuseum.org/index.php/event/metz-day-at-the-waltham-museum-talk/
LOCATION:Waltham Museum\, 25 Lexington Street\, Waltham\, MA\, 02452\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Waltham Museum":MAILTO:info@walthammuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230923T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230923T120000
DTSTAMP:20260508T152902
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SUMMARY:Metz Day at the Waltham Museum 11am Talk: A Historic Look at Bicycling in Waltham
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a talk with David V. Herlihy. The City of Waltham was a hub of transportation innovation in the late 1800’s and early 1900’s from bicycles to automobiles. In Waltham there were 3 manufacturers that stand out. Orient\, Comet\, and Howe and Stanforth…David Herlihy will bring you the history of cycling in Waltham and the Boston area. \nParking available in the Public Parking Garage directly across from the Waltham Museum\, 25 Lexington St. Waltham MA. Free Admission to all museum events on September 23rd. \n David V. Herlihy is a historian and freelance writer specialized in bicycle and motorcycle history. He is the author of two books (Bicycle: The History with Yale University Press\, 2004; and The Lost Cyclist\, with Houghton Mifflin Harcourt; 2010) and numerous articles\, including annual contributions to Adventure Cyclist. His seminal research on the origins of the bicycle is well known internationally. He is responsible for the naming of the Pierre Lallement bicycle path in Boston\, and for a plaque by the New Haven Green commemorating America’s first recorded bicycle ride there in April 1866. He was the curator of two major exhibitions\, The Bicycle Takes Off (Lockwood-Mathews Museum of Norwalk\, CT 2000-2002) and Round Trip (UCLA’s Fowler Art Museum 2014-2015. \nThis program supported by a grant from the Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency.
URL:https://walthammuseum.org/index.php/event/metz-day-at-the-waltham-museum-11am-talk-a-historic-look-at-bicycling-in-waltham/
LOCATION:Waltham Museum\, 25 Lexington Street\, Waltham\, MA\, 02452\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Waltham Museum":MAILTO:info@walthammuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230923T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230923T140000
DTSTAMP:20260508T152902
CREATED:20230814T024005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230814T024005Z
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SUMMARY:Metz Day Returns to the Waltham Museum
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://walthammuseum.org/index.php/event/metz-day-returns-to-the-waltham-museum/
LOCATION:Waltham Museum\, 25 Lexington Street\, Waltham\, MA\, 02452\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Waltham Museum":MAILTO:info@walthammuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230909T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230909T160000
DTSTAMP:20260508T152902
CREATED:20230814T123328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230814T123328Z
UID:588-1694250000-1694275200@walthammuseum.org
SUMMARY:Something Funny's Going on at the Waltham Museum!!!
DESCRIPTION:A special exhibit of Waltham Cartoonist ‘Pat’ Arena’s Work:  \n\n92 Years in the making\nThousands of Cartoons!\nRaytheon Corp. Staff CARTOONIST\nE. Press Award Winner\nPrinter\, Teacher\, Cartoonist\, life long illustrator\nWWII Navy Veteran\nFREE Admission\, donations Welcomed\n\nSaturday September 9th 10am-4pm \nSunday September 10th 12pm-4pm
URL:https://walthammuseum.org/index.php/event/something-funnys-going-on-at-the-waltham-museum/
LOCATION:Waltham Museum\, 25 Lexington Street\, Waltham\, MA\, 02452\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Waltham Museum":MAILTO:info@walthammuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230627T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230627T210000
DTSTAMP:20260508T152902
CREATED:20230603T172756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230618T225716Z
UID:520-1687892400-1687899600@walthammuseum.org
SUMMARY:Summer Wines - Wine Tasting/Snack Pairing
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the World of Summer Wines!\nMother/daughter duo Roseanne and Elisa Simonsen return to the Waltham Museum to share their love of wine. Enjoy a sampling of Summer Wines and just the right snack to pair with each one. Learn what makes them go so well together. Close out the evening with coffee\, tea\, and something sweet. \nJoin us Tuesday\, June 27th 7-9pm at the Waltham Museum\, 25 Lexington St.\nTickets $35pp available by calling 781-893-9020\, emailing info@walthammuseum.org or stopping by the museum Wednesdays or Saturdays 10am-2pm. Member ticket $30pp\n\nAmple parking available in the municipal garage directly across from the museum\nProceeds benefit the Waltham Museum\nWines donated by Dion’s – Waltham\n\n“Drinking good wine with good food in good company is one of life’s most civilized pleasures”\n– Michael Broadbent
URL:https://walthammuseum.org/index.php/event/red-summer-wines-wine-tasting-snack-pairing/
LOCATION:Waltham Museum\, 25 Lexington Street\, Waltham\, MA\, 02452\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Waltham Museum":MAILTO:info@walthammuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221106T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221106T153000
DTSTAMP:20260508T152902
CREATED:20221001T162651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221003T174021Z
UID:408-1667739600-1667748600@walthammuseum.org
SUMMARY:Massachusetts License Plate History
DESCRIPTION:Please join us at the Waltham Museum. Alan Young\, license plate collector and historian of early plates and registrations invites you to attend his presentation to the Waltham Museum on Sunday\, November 6\, 2022\, at 1:00 PM.  \nAs a collector of early license plates for over thirty years\, Alan has built a library of research material and registration listing books that allow us to unlock the mysteries of the earliest registrants in Massachusetts cities and towns\, including what they drove and where they lived. Do you know who the first was to register in Waltham? Would you like to know how the 1908 Mass plate pictured here is tied to Waltham? You will learn this and much more at his presentation.  \nThis will be an interactive discussion\, so bring your license plate related questions along with any old license plates you would like to discuss. As a long-standing member and Colonial Region Director of ALPCA (the Automobile License Plate Collectors Association)\, if Alan doesn’t have the answer\, he will likely have the connections to seek it out. Alan has been a Massachusetts resident his entire life\, and lives in Westminster. Contact information is available upon request.  \nLight refreshment and brief museum tours available after the talk. \nTickets at the door: $20.00/nonmembers and $15.00/members. Ample parking available in the municipal garage directly across from the museum. Proceeds benefit the Waltham Museum.
URL:https://walthammuseum.org/index.php/event/massachusetts-license-plate-history/
LOCATION:Waltham Museum\, 25 Lexington Street\, Waltham\, MA\, 02452\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Waltham Museum":MAILTO:info@walthammuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221030T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221030T153000
DTSTAMP:20260508T152902
CREATED:20221003T173653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221006T183950Z
UID:416-1667134800-1667143800@walthammuseum.org
SUMMARY:History of Watchmaking in Waltham
DESCRIPTION:A brief survey of the watches and the people at Waltham Watch over 100+ years starting with The Boston Watch Company and ending with Waltham Precision Instrument company. Chris Carey and his wife Christine own and operate Watertown Watch and Clock\, now located on Trapelo Rd in Waltham\, Massachusetts. Chris honed his watch making skills with his grandfather\, Pasquale Caruso\, who worked at Waltham Watch Company starting in 1927 as the Waltham Watch Company and retired in 1974 from what was later known as Waltham Precision Instrument Company. Chris worked with his grandfather throughout high school and college\, he attended Berklee College of Music\, and when Chris graduated from college in 1993\, he opened Watertown Watch and Clock in Watertown Square. \nChris is currently the President of the Massachusetts Watchmakers-Clockmakers Association\, he is the Past President of the New England Chapter 8 of the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors\, and he serves as a Director on the Board of The American Watchmakers Clockmakers Institute. Chris has two boys who are sick of hearing him talk about watches and clocks so he is happy whenever he can find others interested in horology. Contact information is available upon request.  \nLight refreshment and brief museum tours available after the talk. \nTickets at the door: $20.00/nonmember and $15.00/member. Ample parking available in the municipal garage directly across from the museum. Proceeds benefit the Waltham Museum.
URL:https://walthammuseum.org/index.php/event/history-of-watchmaking-in-waltham/
LOCATION:Waltham Museum\, 25 Lexington Street\, Waltham\, MA\, 02452\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Waltham Museum":MAILTO:info@walthammuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220925T070000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220925T150000
DTSTAMP:20260508T152902
CREATED:20220930T184112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220930T184654Z
UID:383-1664089200-1664118000@walthammuseum.org
SUMMARY:2022 Metz / Waltham Vehicle Reunion @ Motorheads Car Show
DESCRIPTION:The Motorheads Car Club in conjunction with the Waltham Museum & Metz / Waltham Built Vehicle Owners / Marsh Metz Owners invite you to participate in a gathering of vehicles manufactured in Waltham Massachusetts by Charles Metz\, Piper Tinker\, Orient Bicycles\, Orient Motorcycles & others. This will include Marsh/Metz Motorcycles of Brockton\, MA. This event will be held at Gore Place\, the former home and offices of the Metz Automobile Co\, during the Motorheads Car Show. All owners and vehicles built in Waltham are welcome to participate in the reunion. Cars\, motorcycles\, bicycles\, Buckboard. \n*All Pre World War 2 vehicles are encouraged to attend.
URL:https://walthammuseum.org/index.php/event/2022-metz-waltham-vehicle-reunion-motorheads-car-show/
LOCATION:Gore Place\, 52 Gore Street\, Waltham\, MA\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Motorheads Car Club":MAILTO:info@walthammuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220924T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220924T140000
DTSTAMP:20260508T152902
CREATED:20220927T210307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220930T183040Z
UID:374-1664024400-1664028000@walthammuseum.org
SUMMARY:Waltham Transportation History Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Join us Saturday September 24th 2022 for a gathering of owners and historians & enthusiasts as we explore the rich history of motorized transportation manufactured and or related to the City of Waltham\, Massachusetts. A lecture of the rescue and restoration of a 1901 Orient by George King. A display of vehicles manufactured in Waltham. Question & Answer open discussion session where we explore Automobiles\, Bicycles\, Motorcycles\, Steam Cars and patent that were brought to light by people like Abner Doble\, Charles Metz\, George Tinker\, John Piper\, Leonard Gaylor\, Howe & Stainforth and others. Bring your pre-war vehicle and historical memorabilia to display.\nThis event will take place in the newly restored carriage house at Gore Place the former corporate office of the Waltham Manufacturing Co. (Metz Automobiles). $20 per person which will include a tour of Gore Place at the conclusion of the lecture. \nPrior to the Seminar THE WALTHAM MUSEUM WILL BE OPEN 10-12pm FOR TOURS and QUESTIONS ON THE METZ EXHIBIT. \n**This special event is taking place in conjunction with the Motorhead’s Car Show weekend of events and the Metz/Waltham Transportation reunion car display Sunday September 25th. at Gore Place. Pre World War 2 cars are encouraged to attend both days. \nThe event is Rain or Shine
URL:https://walthammuseum.org/index.php/event/waltham-transportation-history-seminar/
LOCATION:Gore Place Carriage House\, Waltham\, MA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220629T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220629T210000
DTSTAMP:20260508T152902
CREATED:20230117T002437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230117T002437Z
UID:432-1656529200-1656536400@walthammuseum.org
SUMMARY:Summer Wine Pairings
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://walthammuseum.org/index.php/event/summer-wine-pairings/
LOCATION:Waltham Museum\, 25 Lexington Street\, Waltham\, MA\, 02452\, United States
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