On Sunday, December 7, Wayland’s Historic Center will come alive with holiday festivities from 2:00 – 5:00 p.m., as the Wayland Museum & Historical Society, the Wayland Free Public Library, the Depot, and First Parish in Wayland present an assortment of seasonal music and fun activities.
The Holiday Open House at the Wayland Museum & Historical Society will feature festive greenery by the Wayland Garden Club, “precious pets” themed crafts by Wayland Girl Scout troops in the Stone Room alcove, and musical entertainment provided by two Wayland High School groups during the afternoon. A popular reception of tea, punch, and homemade baked cookies will be served in the Stone Room. And our younger audience can take part in a scavenger hunt, searching for objects in the Wayland Museum & Historical Society rooms. Visitors are encouraged to tour the historic house; docents in each room will be able to point out collection features.
The Wayland Free Public Library, next door to the Wayland Museum & Historical Society, welcomes everyone to the Round Room to join local musician and joyful performer Stacey Peasley, at 3:00 p.m., for a festive holiday concert with the opportunity to sing along. Refreshments will be served courtesy of the Friends of the Wayland Library. Peasley is a music specialist, educator, and award-winning songwriter.
First Parish will host a “Community Holiday Singalong” at 4:30 p.m. Maddie Sifantus, former director of the Golden Tones, will lead the singing. The Sudbury Valley New Horizons Band, under the direction of Diane Muffitt, will accompany the singers. All are welcome to sing, or just enjoy hot cocoa and cookies, after the event. And Santa will make his annual appearance as well!
The Wayland Depot will be open from noon until 5:00 p.m. The Depot offers a unique selection of local crafts, pottery, jewelry, holiday items, and special gifts, as well as Booster apparel. It’s a great spot for holiday shopping!