At 3PM on Saturday, February 28, the halls of Grace Episcopal Church will echo with the sounds of Brahms, Britten, and Schubert as part of a joint program between the Newton-based New Philharmonia Orchestra and two emerging artists: 12-year-old Sofia Hernandez-Williams, cellist, and 10-year-old Valerie Bai, violinist. They come together…
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Classic takes on a new look as the beloved children’s book Library Lion by Michelle Knudsen is reimagined as a professional theatrical production at the Adam Theater, January 10-25. Newton resident Karin Sharav-Zalkind co-leads the theater as its Executive Director, working to expand its resources and reach. Library Lion features…
As snowflakes swirl in the air and temperatures drop below freezing, you might be tempted to curl up with a blanket and a cup of hot cocoa this December. While staying warm, though, you’d be missing out on a magical, memorable event: the Newton Centre Holiday Shop and Stroll from…
Looking to hear something new at a local concert? Some of the most unique performances take place in intimate, comfortably lively settings – the living rooms of dedicated music-lovers. This weekend, you can cozy up in couches and folding chairs to hear performances by folk collective Floyds Row (September 27th)…
Looking to hear the next great classical pianist perform? You won’t have to travel across the globe to faraway concert halls: Newton’s 11-year-old piano prodigy, Rui Gong, performs a lot closer to home. Video of his solo recital at Newton’s Scandinavian Cultural Center on September 7 provides a glimpse of…
Newton’s Neighborhood Area Councils function as an all-purpose solution for a plethora of problems. From discussion about new development projects to debate about how to best use and protect an area’s historic spaces, you can bet that any hyper-local happening will be brought to the table. There are four Area…
Many postal workers might exchange a friendly wave or quick hello with residents as they deliver mail, but USPS letter carrier Elizabeth Crowe was committed to creating a meaningful relationship with each and every Newton Highlands resident on her route. There are often few constants in Newton locals’ hectic lives,…
It’s rare for moviegoers to meet-and-greet the director of the film for which they’ve paid admission. In its Director’s Spotlight series, West Newton Cinema offers viewers much more than that. Each Q&A session marks the start of a dynamic conversation between audience and filmmaker. After seeing Justin Schien’s film, Death…
The mission of the Newton-based Price Center is to “empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including autism, to thrive in living, social, and work communities.” In her first year as CEO, Abigail Parrilla has been instrumental in creating new opportunities, developing existing programs, and setting a path for the…
Behind the wooden gates of a Waban home’s backyard, Newton residents made small talk about the weather, their summer plans, and—clean energy? Green Newton’s neighborly “Summer Pizza Party” event at the home of David Miller, parent of a former Green Newton intern, took place on Monday, August 4. This event…