The Newton Conservators will host a tour of Cold Spring Park with Friends of Cold Spring Parkfounder and president Alan Nogee on Saturday, September 20, from 10AM to 12 noon, to learnabout its natural wonders, threats, and intriguing history. Alan will also discuss what makes anatural plant community invaluable for wildlife, climate mitigation,…
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Green Newton is hosting a Sustainability Cafe in the Druker Auditorium at the Newton Free Library (330 Homer Street) on September 20, 2PM-4PM, where you’ll explore real-life examples of sustainable living! At this engaging drop-in event, you will meet local homeowners that will showcase the eco-friendly upgrades they’ve made to…
Fulfilled Goods will celebrate the opening of its second store — located in Newton Center inside Derby Farm Flowers (1280 Centre Street) — on Saturday, September 20, 11AM-6PM. Both retailers will feature deals and discounts, product samples, raffles, and giveaways. It’s also the third anniversary of the opening of Fulfilled…
Don’t Forget Your Art! (DFYA!) will host an event at the United Parish of Auburndale (64 Hancock Street) on Saturday, September 20 featuring the fabulous Laura Vecchione with some tunes by Ingrid Chiemi, and hosted by Eric Riley Moore. There will also be art by Anne-Catherine Higham, pottery by Julia…
On Sunday, September 21, from 1PM to 3PM, come explore the late summer and fall pollinatorsand plants of Newton’s largest conservation area, Hammond Woods, in this Bioblitz sponsoredby the Newton Conservators. Under the leadership of Jonathan Regosin, a NewtonConservators director and Consulting Biologist for the Massachusetts Division of Fisheries &Wildlife,…
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul, a charity that has been assisting people in Newton for over 100 years, is pleased to announce its semi-annual Clothing and Book Drive on September 21, 8AM-Noon. The drive gives everyone a chance to clean out their closets and bookshelves while providing for…
“In a time of turbulence, tumult, and uncertainty, it is critical for everyone to take concrete action to mobilize for peace,” says Cooperative Metropolitan Ministries, which has planned and organized the Boston-area celebration of the United Nations International Day of Peace each year since 2010. This year’s theme is “Act…
In the Spark Newton Fall Concert Series, Chris Steele will play on Sunday, September 21, 3PM-4PM at the Upper Falls Depot (1225 Chestnut Street, Newton Upper Falls). Chris’s songs balance sharp wit, emotional depth, and an undeniable sense of melody. Registration through Eventbrite is encouraged but not required.
On Sunday, September 21 at 2PM, the Newton Free Library will host Leaves, Lyrics, and Emotions: Song Compositions of Tagore. The first Nobel Laureate poet of Asia, Rabindranath Tagore composed songs about the unique connection of human spirits with nature and the universe. Vocalist Maitreyee Chakraborty will present songs on…
Join Newton Folk Music at the Newton Free Library on Saturday, September 13 from 2:30-4:30PM to sing and play a wide range of folk music, from traditional to contemporary, in a low-key, warm, and friendly environment. Singers and instrumentalists of all levels are welcome. Printed songbooks will be provided with selected favorites for…
The Newton Free Library will host a screening of Recovery City on Wednesday, September 24, 6PM-8:30PM in the Library’s Druker Auditorium (330 Homer Street). Recovery City is an award-winning documentary exploring addiction and recovery through the stories of four women in Worcester, MA. The event includes a 15-minute training in naloxone…
The History Book Club of Historic Newton will meet to discuss The British are Coming by Rick Atkinson on Thursday, September 25 at 7:30PM. Read the book in advance and join the meeting, which is held on Zoom and free and open to all. To receive book club updates and…