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Arts roundup—Wellesley Repertory Theatre presents “Come From Away”; Colossal Collage Night; Music Collective at Babson; new director coming to the Davis; “Dance” with WSO; and more

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Wellesley is fortunate to have a lively arts scene, with various opportunities to engage with or make art at any given time. Check out a concert, theater performance, or art reception this month. Here are just a few events happening soon, here and beyond Wellesley.

Wellesley Theatre Project presents Come From Away

Wellesley Theatre Project, "Come from Away"Come From Away is a moving and uplifting musical based on the true story of what happened in the small town of Gander, Newfoundland, on September 11, 2001. When 38 planes carrying nearly 7,000 passengers were unexpectedly diverted there, the residents of this isolated community opened their hearts and homes to the stranded travelers.

DATES: April 16, 17, 18 & 19
TICKETS here

Art Wellesley, Colossal Collage Maker Night

LOCATION: St. Paul Church Parish Hall (Rear building), 502 Washington Street
DESCRIPTION: Let’s create a colossal collage together. During community maker nights, participants use found papers to cut, glue, and assemble a botanical-themed collage. Think big, as in colossally big. Elizabeth Cohen and Jenny Schneider will expertly guide the process. The colossal collage will be hung at the Wellesley Free Library throughout June. This event is free and open to everyone. No art experience required.

Babson Music Collective Concert

DATE/TIME: Tuesday, April 27, 7pm
LOCATION: Babson College, Carling-Sorenson Theater
COST: Free, and open to the public
REGISTRATION encouraged, (walk-ins welcome)
DESCRIPTION: The Collective is rooted in the jazz traditions of improvisation and creative expression. The strudent group finds inspiration in a range of musical styles from pop and afro beat to classic jazz standards.

Wellesley College arts news

Wellesley College has announced the appointment of Dina Deitsch as the new Ruth Gordon Shapiro ’37 Director of the Davis Museum. Currently director and chief curator of Tufts University Art Galleries, Deitsch will begin work at Wellesley in mid-July.

Deitsch  has worked at Boston area art organizations for nearly two decades. Deitsch earned her B.A. at the Stern College for Women at Yeshiva University. She holds an M.A. in the history of art from Williams College and completed additional graduate work at New York University’s Institute of Fine Arts, specializing at both schools in modern and contemporary American and European art.

Currently leading the Davis are interim co-directors Amanda Gilvin and Mary Beth Timm.

In other Wellesley College arts news, congratulations to Wellesley Repertory Theatre, which produced “Lifted,” written by Wellesley College alumna Mfoniso Udofia.

Presented as a work-in- progress last week at the College’s Alumnae Hall, the ‘text-in-hand’ presentations treated the audience to creativity in action as Udofia continues to hone this powerful play about a Harvard researcher accused of plagiarism for incorporating her deceased father’s work into her own.

Wellesley Repertory Theatre
“Lifted,” a work-in-progress presentation. Photo by Annielly Camargo.

Exhibit at Beth Urdang Gallery

LOCATION: 15 Central Street / 16 Grove Street, Wellesley, MA 02482
DATE: through April 25
ARTISTS: Clara  Berta, recent paintings, a brilliant painter of exuberant light-filled abstractions based in Laguna Beach, CA whose works reflect the natural radiance of her surroundings.

Wellesley Symphony Orchestra, “Dance!”

DATE/TIME: Sunday, May 10, 2pm
LOCATION: The WSO is back at the beautifully renovated Mass Bay Auditorium, 5o Oakland St., Wellesley
TICKETS here
HIGHLIGHTS: Samuel Coleridge-Taylor (1875-1912) – Four Waltzes; Gabriel Pierné (1863-1937) – Concert Piece, Harp, Op. 39; Claude Debussy (1862-1918) – Dances Sacres et Profanes, Emily Richardson, Harp; Alberto Ginastera (1916-1983) – Estancia: Four Dances; Igor Stravinsky (1882-1971) – Petruchka

Apply to be a Community Art Advisor

The Community Foundation for MetroWest is seeking 3-5 Community Advisors to help guide the Foundation’s investment in arts and culture across the region. This is for nine months with a stipend of $6,500.

Community Advisors will work with the Foundation over a 9-month period beginning in July 2026, bringing community perspectives to conversations about outreach, strategy, and investment in MetroWest’s arts and culture ecosystem. Advisors will help identify key needs and opportunities for creatives and cultural organizations, connect the Foundation to a broader range of voices, and inform more equitable, community-driven strategies for supporting the arts.

Learn more and apply here.

Beyond Wellesley

EVENT: Boston Lyric Opera presents Daughter of the Regiment
DATES: April 24 – May 3
LOCATION: Emerson Colonial Theatre, 106 Boylston St
TICKETS here
DESCRIPTION: Laughter meets revolutionary spirit in BLO’s staging of Donizetti’s comedy. This production tells a heartfelt tale of love and loyalty in a patriotic toast to America at 250. Presented in partnership with Everyone250.

Not that we’re being dramatic, but we simply cannot survive without your help.

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Wellesley High senior Riley Spangler honored by CRWA for environmental leadership

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Wellesley High School senior Riley Spangler is proving that environmental stewardship doesn’t require a trip to a remote rainforest—it can begin right in one’s own backyard. Last month, at the Charles River Watershed Association’s (CRWA) annual meeting, Spangler was recognized for her years of dedication to the health of the Charles River, receiving the prestigious 2025 Young Leaders Award.

Riley Spanger, Charles River Watershed Assoc. award
Riley Spangler receives award presented by CRWA Volunteer and Outreach manager Ryan Smith.

Spangler has been a fixture of the CRWA’s Biological Monitoring Program since 2021. Her work involves knee-deep immersion in the watershed, conducting habitat assessments and sampling benthic macroinvertebrates—small aquatic animals and larval insects that serve as vital indicators of river health.

While legislators continue to debate the ongoing issues of sewage flow into the Charles, volunteers like Spangler are on the front lines providing the data necessary to protect the waterway. The CRWA relies on over one hundred volunteers annually to monitor these “little critters,” which vary in their tolerance to pollution. By surveying these populations, the association can gauge the true condition of the ecosystem.

“I really enjoyed my time volunteering for CRWA,” Spangler noted. “Who knew these little critters could tell us so much about the river?” Among the many species she has encountered, her favorite to date is the Serrate Dark Fishfly.

Turning curiosity into action

Spangler’s impact on the program went beyond data collection. Last year, she secured a $500 grant from the National Charity League (NCL) Wellesley Chapter. This funding allowed the CRWA to purchase brand-new sampling nets, ensuring that the Biological Monitoring Program can continue its mission with high-quality equipment.

Her experiences in the river even became the focal point of her college applications. In her essay, she reflected on how standing in the water shifted her perspective on her role in the world:”What started as a love of water has become a commitment to make a difference. Each time I pick up my net, I never quite know what I will find, but I recognize that my part in this world, no matter how small or wiggly, is important.”

Looking Toward a Sustainable Future

As she prepares for college this fall, Spangler plans to merge her passion for the environment with her interest in business. She intends to study sustainable real estate practices, aiming to bring innovative, eco-friendly approaches to the world of development.

For those inspired by Riley’s path, the CRWA offers numerous ways for community members—from young children to adults—to get involved in protecting local waters.

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My Gym opens in Wellesley Square with activities for babies and kids

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The landscape of youth fitness in Wellesley has a new addition as energetic as a kid before recess. My Gym Children’s Fitness Center has officially opened its doors, offering active play experiences and classes for children from as young as three months up to 10 years old. Located at the former We Rock the Spectrum space in Wellesley Square, My Gym, with over 600 franchised locations worldwide, is all about physical play and developmental growth.

My Gym, Wellesley
The Swellesley Report stopped into My Gym during one of the play spaces rare quiet moments.

Under the leadership of Ryan Debin, CEO and founder of Momentum Enterprises, this new location marks the eleventh My Gym under his corporate umbrella. Debin’s Momentum Enterprises, a Boston-based firm, includes a variety of fitness-oriented ventures such as adult fitness clubs and racquet sports. For Debin, the Wellesley opening is more than just a business expansion.

“Opening our eleventh My Gym location in Wellesley is an exciting milestone for Momentum Enterprises,” says Debin. “Everything we do is rooted in helping families feel connected, supported, and inspired.”

Let’s keep it moving, people

The core philosophy of My Gym is simple: keep kids moving. The curriculum is structured so that there is no sitting or waiting in line. Instead, children rotate through various stations with active supervision from trained instructors.

“Every kid loves the ball pit,” says Craig Semenza, director of operations. “The rock wall is a big hit with the older kids, and we also have the trampoline, which they love.” Semenza says a zip line is expected to be operational by the end of the month, pending the arrival of final safety components.

My Gym, Wellesley
Ball pit

Semenza is currently overseeing the Wellesley start-up, hiring staff and establishing the fun-and-safe vibe of the place. He’ll drop down from a full-time presence in Wellesley to occasional visits before he “slowly fades away” to allow the local team to lead.

Healthy body, healthy mind

The programming at My Gym is built around four core developmental pillars:

  • Cognitive Development:Focusing on following directions and creative problem-solving.
  • Physical Growth:Promoting strength, balance, and agility.
  • Emotional IQ: Building trust, confidence, and self-esteem.
  • Social Skills: Moving from parallel play to teamwork and fostering friendships.

For the youngest participants, the gym serves as a resource for caretakers as well. Semenza observed that parents and guardians often use the class time to discuss learning milestones and share parenting insights.

My Gym, Wellesley

Class structure and accessibility

To ensure safety and personalized attention, My Gym maintains capacity strict limits and instructor ratios. The facility is designed to be family-friendly, welcoming grandparents to participate or watch. There’s also a comfortable entry area with a sofa for parents who need to catch up on work while their children play.

There are no long-term contracts or membership fees, and families can start or pause their enrollment at any time.

For more information on class schedules or to book an introductory session, check out My Gym’s website.

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Rock wall/parallel bar

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Taste Buds Kitchen redefines the joy of cooking in Wellesley

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For Adam Maleh, the kitchen has always been a place of joy, but it took years of whisking and sautéing to realize that the magic wasn’t just in the recipes.

“I discovered that I love cooking a long time ago,” says Maleh, the owner of Wellesley’s newest culinary destination. “But what I’ve realized is that more than the joy of cooking itself, what I really love is sharing cooking and sharing food with people that I love. That was ultimately what made me want to open Taste Buds Kitchen.”

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Adam Maleh (center) and family celebrate the opening of Taste Buds Kitchen on Linden St.

 

Located at 161 Linden St., the 2,000-square-foot custom-designed kitchen studio is more than just a place to follow a recipe; it’s a happy place where the mess stays behind, but the memories travel home.

By day, Taste Buds is a Kids Kitchen, hosting baking workshops, summer camps, and birthday parties for aspiring chefs as young as two. By night, the space transforms into an grown-ups only BYOB kitchen, perfect for sophisticated date nights and  corporate team-building events.

The philosophy is simple: aspiring chefs of all ages are there to learn, laugh, and cook. Every session is designed to be hands-on and entertaining, ensuring that everyone creates a culinary masterpiece without the soul-sapping downer of clean-up.

Safety and inclusivity at the table

In true welcoming fashion Taste Buds understands the complexities of modern dietary needs. The studio does not cook with peanuts or tree nuts, nor are these ingredients part of their recipes. While they cannot guarantee that third-party ingredients were produced in nut-free facilities, they take rigorous steps to ensure no whole nuts, nut butters, oils, or flours enter their kitchen.

Taste Buds menus can be tailored for:

  • vegetarian preferences
  • gluten-free diets
  • dairy-free and egg-free requirements
  • vegan requirements

Taste Buds Kitchen, Wellesley

What’s cooking?

The upcoming schedule offers an array of crowd pleasers. Adults can try out “Rustic Italian” nights featuring chicken parmesan with wild mushroom and truffle oil risotto, or “Tasty Thai” sessions that offer gluten-free and dairy-free Pad Thai and pineapple chicken satay with nut-free Thai sauce.

Kids and families can have fun with “Under the Sea” cupcakes and “unicorn pizza” for ages 2-8; while the Family Cooking Class (ages 6+) menu features Italian favorites like handmade pasta dough and lasagna cupcakes.

Events are offered seven days a week. As Maleh notes, the goal is always the same: sharing the love of food with the people who matter most.

Taste Buds Kitchen
161 Linden St., Wellesley
Open seven days a week

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Charles River Chamber, Spring Seasonings—April 13
LOCATION: Newton Marriot

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2026 Easter services in Wellesley

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Easter falls on Sunday, April 5 this year, and a happy one to those who celebrate the holiday. Wellesley has many houses of worship that observe Easter, as well as the solemn holy days leading up to what is considered the most important, fundamental holiday in Christianity.

St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church
79 Denton Rd., 781-235-7310

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Wellesley Hills Congregational Church
207 Washington St., 781-235-4424

Wellesley Hills Congregational Church

Wellesley Congregational (Village) Church
2 Central St., 781-235-1988

Wellesley Village Church, Easter

First Church of Christ, Scientist
8 Rockland St, 781-235-1114

MetroWest Baptist Church
42 Elmwood Rd.    781-235-6025

St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church
79 Denton Rd., 781-235-7310

St. John the Evangelist Parish (Catholic)
9 Glen Rd., 781-235-0045

St. Paul Parish (Catholic)
502 Washington St., 781-235-1060

Unitarian Universalist Society of Wellesley Hills
309 Washington St., 781-235-9423

Wellesley Congregational (Village) Church
2 Central St., 781-235-1988

Wellesley Hills Congregational Church
207 Washington St., 781-235-4424

Wellesley Friends Meeting (Quaker)
26 Benvenue St., 781-237-0268

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Third ‘No Kings’ rally in Wellesley Square draws biggest crowd yet

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Wellesley residents turnout out in big numbers as part of the 3rd major round of country-wide “No Kings” rallies since June 2025. The events started up shortly after Donald Trump was inaugurated into his second term as president in Jan. 2025.

Protesters were there to stand up against what they said were the authoritarian policies of the Trump administration, the need to protect democracy, and to speak against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

No Kings Rally, 2026
No Kings Rally, 2026

ICE raids were on the minds—and placards—of many. “It’s the violence and the lawlessness against people that I object to,” said a member of the crowd who did not want to be named.

Wellesley police were on hand and would occasionally ask people to keep the sidewalks clear.

No Kings Rally, 2026
The “Hold the ICE” message refers to the federal law enforcement agency that was created in 2003. ICE agents have been accused of using excessive force against both immigrants and U.S. citizens.
No Kings Rally, 2026
No Kings Rally, 2026

Against the backdrop of Wellesley’s historic Town Hall, an estimated 600-700 people, some costumed, put in a showing and enjoyed the support of drivers who honked horns as they passed through the busy Washington Street strip. No counterprotests were in evidence at the event.

No Kings Rally, 2026
No Kings Rally, 2026

The peaceful protest was supported by  groups including the League of Women Voters of Wellesley; Neighbors United Indivisible; Immigration Justice Group at Temple Beth Elohim; UU Wellesley Hills; World of Wellesley; Wellesley College Young Democratic Socialists; and Wellesley College Democrats.

No Kings Rally, 2026
Lynne and Gary Smith of Wellesley can whip up an on-point costume for any occasion.

Many “No Kings” rallies were held in the area, including in Natick, Newton, Needham, and Boston.

News reports say that this was the biggest outcry yet, with over 3,000 organized events from small towns to big cities that drew an estimated 8-9 million people.

White House officials and Trump supporters have been widely quoted as disparaging the protests and saying that they are of no concern to the administration or those who agree with the president’s policies.

More: On Sunday, local college students rallied in front of Wellesley Town Hall to demand the return of Babson College freshman Any Lucia Lopez Belloza, who was mistakenly deported while trying to visit her parents over Thanksgiving. (Boston Globe)

 

Arts roundup—Wellesley Symphony Orchestra concert; “Starry Nights” at Clever Hand; Dana Hall School student is poetry champ; Society of Artists presents pastels demonstration; and more

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Wellesley is fortunate to have a lively arts scene, with various opportunities to engage with or make art at any given time. Check out a concert, theater performance, or art reception this month. Here are just a few events happening soon, here and beyond Wellesley.

Wellesley Symphony Orchestra, “Women Compose”

DATE/TIME: Sunday, March 22, 2pm
LOCATION: This concert will be at the Wellesley High School Auditorium, 50 Rice St, Wellesley, MA
TICKETS here
A HIGHLIGHT: Daphne Lee, winner of the 2025 Michael H. Welles Young Soloist Competition, performs the 3rd Movement of Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto

Wellesley Society of Artists presents, “Who is Your  Muse?”

DATE/TIME: Sunday March 22 at 1:30pm
LOCATION: Wellesley Free Library, 530 Washington St.
DESCRIPTION: Awards reception for the WSA’s exhibition “Inspired By.” The judge for this show is artist Katherine Miller. The awards announcement will be followed by a panel discussion, “Who’s Your Muse?” with WSA members Darryl Abbey, John Ellefsen, Pilar Figueira, Ginit Marten, Yale Nicolls, Mark Richards, Robert Savage, who will discuss how their artwork was inspired by a particular artist’s style or genre. This will be an informal dialogue with audience members about how each of us draws from the collective art community to create works that both inspire us and those around us. Join us for light refreshments and a chance to chat with local artists beginning at 1:30pm. Free and open to the public.

Art Wellesley, exhibit and artists reception

RECEPTION DATE/TIME: March 26, 6pm-8pm
RECEPTION free, but registration required
EXHIBIT runs March 26 – April 11, Wednesday-Saturday, 11am-4pm
LOCATION: Wellesley History and Exhibit Center, 323 Washington St.
JURORS: David Teng Olsen and Samara Pearlstein

The Clever Hand Gallery presents “Starry Nights”

EVENT: Artists reception
DATE: Friday, March 27, 4pm-6 pm
LOCATION: The Clever Hand Gallery, 52 Central St, Wellesley

Clever Hand, Wellesley
Necklace by Jackie Mosher.

The Clever Hand Gallery, an artisans’ cooperative, is presenting “Starry Nights,” an imaginative exhibition inspired by Starry Night by Vincent van Gogh. The show features original interpretations by its members and consigning artists of van Gogh’s radiant stars and kinetic swirls, reinterpreted in various media including glass, pottery, textiles and beaded jewelry. The show will run March 24- April 12, with an artists reception on March 27, from 4-6 pm.

Dana Hall School student is poetry champ

Nia Cao, Dana Hall School, Poetry Out Loud Champion
Nia Cao, Dana Hall School

Congratulations to Nia Cao, a Junior from Dana Hall School in Wellesley, who has been named the 2026 Poetry Out Loud Massachusetts State Champion. The national recitation contest run is locally by The Huntington Theatre, in partnership with the Mass Cultural Council, and nationwide by the National Endowment for the Arts. The honor comes with prize earnings of $200 and an all expenses paid trip to Washington, D.C. to compete at Nationals in Washington, DC, April 27-29. Dana Hall School also will receive a $500 stipend to purchase poetry books for the school’s library. Nationals will be livestreamed online at arts.gov.

The 21st annual Massachusetts state finals competition was held at the Old South Meeting House earlier this month, with twelve student finalists competing, representing high schools from across the state, with five emerging as the top finalists.

Wellesley Society of Artists presents pastels demonstration

Wellesley Society of Artsts
Painting by Janet Schwartz

EVENT: Janet Schwartz—Figurative Painting with Pastels
DATE/TIME: Tuesday, April 7, 6:30pm
LOCATION: Needham Free Public Library, 1139 Highland Ave., Needham
COST: Free
DESCRIPTION: Needham Art Association and the Wellesley Society of Artists are pleased to welcome pastel artist Janet Schwartz. The driving force behind Janet’s figurative paintings is the connection between people and/or the environment. In this demo, Janet will focus on capturing the gesture and mood in a figurative painting to tell a story.

Wellesley memorialized on Boston Marathon quilt

EVENT: Quilt show, “A Thread Runs Through It”
DATE: Saturday, April 11, 2026 and Sunday, April 12, 2026 from 10 am – 5 pm
LOCATION: Hopkinton Center for the Arts, 98 Hayden Rowe Street, Hopkinton
COST: $10/person; children 12 and under are free of charge
DESCRIPTION: The Marathon Quilt Guild, located in Hopkinton, MA, is celebrating its 30th anniversary by presenting a quilt show which will celebrate 30 years of the guild’s history, the 130th running of the Boston Marathon, and the 250th anniversary of the United States. The show’s highlight includes a unique “Go the Distance” Boston Marathon Invitational Quilt Exhibit, in which an especially SWELL town we all know and love will be showcased.

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater coming to Boston

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Alvin Ailey company

DATES: 5 performances, April 30-May 3.
LOCATION: Boch Center Wang Theater, 270 Tremont Street in Boston
TICKETS here
PRESENTED BY: Vivo Performing Arts
DESCRIPTION: The annual run of Alvin Ailey company’s 20-city national tour returns with several Boston premieres, part of the inaugural season with new Artistic Director Alicia Graf Mack. Fresh for local audiences are Boston-born choreographer Matthew Neenan’s “Difference Between,” among other luminaries. Ailey’s own iconic “Revelations” closes each of the five performances

An Evening with Megan Hilty

DATES: May 29 and 30, 8pm
LOCATION: Umbrella Arts Center, 40 Stow St., Concord, Mass.
DESCRIPTION: The Tony nominee and television star, well known for NBC’s “Smash” and for starring as Glinda in the national tour of Wicked, headlines a concert featuring songs from her celebrated stage and screen career.
TICKETS here

Not that we’re being dramatic, but we simply can’t survive without your help

Summer plans are starting to shape up in Wellesley—here’s what’s on tap

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The Wellesley Recreation Department has a full roster of fun planned for this summer, so don’t be so hasty to leave town. Between the concerts lineup, the annual MOPO miler, and the Family Fishing Clinic, good times are coming soon. Concerts take place on the bandstand behind Town Hall, and usually start at 7pm. In past years, there have been plenty of active games set up for the kids, too.

Plus, summer camp. The Swellesley Report’s Summer Camps page, sponsored by NEOC, lists over 100 programs from local day camps to overnight adventures.

Here’s the gist of the scheduled activities. We’ll dive into the details once summer looks like it’s really going to happen. Don’t see your free or low-cost Wellesley summer 2026 event listed? Email us at theswellesleyreport@gmail.com for inclusion.

Family Fishing Clinic

DATE/TIME: Wednesday, May 20, 5:30pm-7:30pm
LOCATION: Longfellow Pond, 204 Oakland St., Wellesley
FEE: $5
DESCRIPTION: Have you ever wanted to learn how to fish? Now’s your chance, let the MassWildlife Angler Education Program be your guide. We’ll have equipment on hand for use, as well as terminal tackle, and live bait. You’ll learn the basics, from casting out, to baiting up, and the best part – you’ll be able to fish. So come try your hand at this great pastime, guaranteed to catch some fun! Pre-registration is required.
PRO TIP: This one is popular. You might want to sign up now. Check out Rec’s brochure.

Morses Pond, the beach within reach

2026 Morses Pond season operation dates are June 22, 2026- August 16, 2026.

Residents can purchase MOPO beach tags online or at the Recreation Office.

Fun to be had: BBQ Pavillion rentals, swim lessons, non-motorized water craft rentals, playground.

MOPO is open seven days a week; lifeguards on duty 10am to 5pm
Park Rangers on duty: 5pm to dusk

During the hours of 10am-5pm, walkers /runners/dogs are not allowed through the beach area

Summer concerts

Thursday, June 24: Wellesley Town Band—Our very own Town Band performs a lively mix of familiar, crowd-pleasing music designed to appeal to audiences of all ages. Their repertoire typically includes classic marches, beloved show tunes from Broadway musicals, and recognizable themes from popular movies.

Wellesley summer concert
Wellesley summer concert scene

Wednesday, July 8: The Rico Barr Band—New England’s Premier Classic Rock, Soul and Blues Band. Gritty and groovy music that’s fun to listen to and fun to dance to. The Band’s song list includes The History of Rock & Roll, 50s to the present.

Wednesday, July 15: Classic Groove—A repertoire range from R&B and Top 40 to Smooth Jazz and Latin, and more.

Wednesday, July 22: The Reminisants—Classic hits and golden oldies from the ‘50s through the ‘70s, playing a collection of great music appealing to all kinds of musical tastes and generations.

MOPO Miler

DATE: July 19, 8:45am check-in; swim starts at 9:30am

There’s typically a small fee to take part. Participants must be at least 16 years old, and those under age 18 must have a parent or guardian sign a waiver. We swear we’re going to swim it this year.

Music at Morses Pond

DATES: Sundays, July 5; July 12; August 9; August 16
TIME: 2pm-4pm

Sign up now for summer camp

SPONSORED CONTENT: It’s that exciting time of year again—time to register your children for summer camp. Programs have their sign-up links ready to go, so now’s the time to jump on things, before spaces fill up.

The Swellesley Report’s Summer Camps page lists over 100 programs from local day camps to overnight adventures.

Thanks to NEOC for their swell sponsorship of our Summer Camps page. NEOC sparks and stokes the excitement, discovery, and fun children have while outside and builds their understanding of nature, where kids explore and play outside at an easy pace, without any technology at all.