Programs & Services Committee approved the following (see the report and watch the meeting video): Programs & Services Committee voted No Action Necessary on the following: Present: Councilors Krintzman (Chair), Oliver, Micley, Malakie, Humphrey, Lobovits, Baker, andFarrellCity Staff: Anna Nolin, Superintendent; Liam Hurley, Assistant Superintendent/ Chief Financialand Administrative Officer; Mignonne…
Posts published in December 2024
Public Facilities Committee approved the following (see the report and watch the meeting video): Public Facilities Committee voted to deny the following: Present: Councilors Albright (Chair), Getz, Kelley, Gentile, Leary, Laredo, and DanbergAbsent: Councilor KalisAlso Present: Councilors Greenberg and MalakieCity Staff: Associate City Engineer John Daghlian and Design Engineer Alfredo…
The Public Safety & Transportation Committee approved the following (see the report and watch the meeting video): The Public Safety & Transportation Committee voted No Action Necessary on the following: Present: Councilors Grossman (Chair), Downs, Lucas, Wright, Block, Greenberg, Lipof and BixbyCity Staff: Sergeant Babcock, Newton Police DepartmentOthers Present: Brian…
The First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton invites all to these holiday services (1326 Washington Street, West Newton): December 21 at 6PM: Winter Solstice Service. On the eve of the winter solstice, gather to reflect on the ways that the darkness nourishes and the light beckons. After readings and music…
Grace Episcopal Church invites all to its Advent and Christmas events! From worship services celebrating the coming of Christ to caroling, wreath-making, and more, Grace’s hope is to bring hope, peace, joy, and love to the Newton community during this season. Wherever you are on your spiritual journey, you are…
City Council will meet in person (Council Chamber) and virtually (Zoom link) on Monday, December 16 at 7:45PM. See Reports Docket and New Docket. Land Use will meet in person (Council Chamber) and virtually (Zoom link) on Tuesday, December 17 at 7PM. The agenda includes the following: Chair’s Note: The…
The New Art Center is presenting its annual Small Works Exhibition in the New Art Corridor (245 Walnut Street, Newtonville), December 2 through January 4. The exhibition features over 60 works of art for sale from 48 local artists. Each work is under 12″ x 12″ with prices ranging $15-$900.…
Newton’s dual-high-school robotics team, the LigerBots, hosted the Massachusetts-East FIRST LEGO League (FLL) tournament at Newton North High School on December 14. This was a FIRST tournament (as in FIRST LEGO League) for the LigerBots, but not their first. The LigerBots have hosted at least seven FIRST LEGO League Qualifier tournaments…
School Committee will meet in person (Education Center, Room 304) in Executive Session on Monday, December 16 at 5:30PM to: School Committee will then meet in person (Education Center, Room 304) in open meeting on Monday, December 16 at 6:30PM for a Special Meeting to Kick Off Strategic Planning Focus…
Newton Affordable Housing Trust will meet in person (Room 204) and virtually (Zoom link) on Monday, December 16 at 5PM. The agenda includes the following (see Meeting Packet): Newton Cultural Council will meet in person (1294 Centre Street) and virtually (Zoom link) on Monday, December 16 at 6PM. The agenda…
The Evangelical Baptist Church (23 Chapel Street in Newton) invites everyone to a Christmas Eve Candlelight Service on December 24 at 4PM. Take a moment in the hustle and bustle of the season to reflect on the true meaning of Christmas – The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has…
Come celebrate the festival of lights! Chestnut Hill Square, in partnership with Chabad at Chestnut Hill, will hold a Menorah Lighting on Thursday, December 26 at 5PM. Enjoy a fire show, live music, holiday treats, gelt drop, and more. Complimentary and open to the public. For more information, visit ChestnutHillSquare.com. 200 Boylston…