Archive for July 2024

By Jane Derderian
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July 30, 2024
On June 15th, thirteen people took part in a stroll along the Charles River during Waltham Riverfest. WLT lead steward Jarek Reihner explained two restoration projects he’s undertaking in “Woerd Woods” between the Watch Factory and the boat launch on Woerd Ave. Join us at next year’s Riverfest, always the Saturday of Father’s Day weekend! See…

By Jane Derderian
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July 23, 2024
On June 13th, sixteen plant enthusiasts joined WLT members Lesley Sneddon and Betty MacKenzie on a walk around Cedar Hill Girl Scout Camp on Beaver Street. Several local historians also came, and a few WLT stewards couldn’t help removing invasive plants along the way. It was a beautiful evening! Many thanks to WLT Board member…

By Jane Derderian
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July 22, 2024
86 happy revelers celebrated WLT’s 20th Blues Jam, generously hosted once again by BXP at their 10 CityPoint location. Sonya Rae Taylor and her fabulous band got folks dancing, people mingled while looking at various auction items, and delicious food/drinks were consumed. We thank Ruth’s Chris Steak House, Boston Beer Company, Sumo Liquors, and Stormalong…
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August 3, 2026
BY EMILY SZCZYPEK ● AROUND TOWN ● JULY 30, 2026 Photo featuring: Stacey Daley, Dee Kricker, and Sonja Wadman. Twenty-six people gathered at Waltham Fields Community Farm on July 23 for an evening of local history, birdwatching and farm-fresh refreshments at the farm’s annual history walk and talk.

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July 27, 2026
BY CYD ABNET ● ENVIRONMENT ● JULY 19, 2026 The drought has significantly affected Waltham’s local flora and fauna. According to Waltham Land Trust Executive Director Sonja Wadman, the effects are cascading. “Water sources like the Charles River, Hardy Pond and our brooks shrink, resulting in concentrated amounts of pollutants and exposing critical habitat for fish, migrating birds and amphibians found along the edges of waterways and in wetlands,” she explained. Wadman also noted that trees and plants are affected by the lack of water and often die as a result. “Our volunteer trail and land restoration stewards are very busy trying their best to keep our recently planted and even more established vegetation moist,” she said.


