Greg Reibman, President and CEO of the Charles River Regional Chamber, is one of four recipients of the Housing Hero award presented by the Massachusetts Housing Partnership to honor “hard work and unwavering commitment” to supporting MHP’s goal to increase the supply of affordable housing in Massachusetts. MHP said, “He…
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On Sunday, June 9, residents joined the Newton Fire Department in paying tribute to the eight former Newton firefighters who died this past year. Those remembered were: Armando DelCampo Lieutenant George J. MacGillivary Firefighter Steve Gallant Lieutenant John P. Coffey Firefighter Harold S. Green Lieutenant James L. Antonellis Firefighter James…
The Newton 9-11 Memorial Committee is a non-profit 501(c)(3) public charity that designed, raised funds for, and installed a memorial to the victims and heroes of 9/11/2001, especially the eight Newton residents who lost their lives that day. Thanks to its generous contributors, the Committee offers annual scholarships to Newton…
The Boston Area Coffeehouse Association is promoting a house concert by Kerri Powers in a Newton residence on June 16, 2PM-4:30PM. Suggested donation: $25. All donations go to the performer. To receive an invitation and concert location, send name and email address to: [email protected] by June 12.
The West Newton Cinema Foundation will host the U.S. theatrical premiere of Beethoven’s Nine: Ode to Humanity on June 13 at 6PM at the West Newton Cinema, followed by a panel discussion featuring the filmmaker Larry Weinstein, philosopher and novelist Rebecca Goldstein, Harvard Professor Dr. Steven Pinker, and author Jeremy…
As part of Summer 2024 in the Highlands!, the Hyde Community Center (90 Lincoln Street, Newton Highlands) will host a concert (Ivory Rockers’ Dueling Pianos) at 6PM-8PM, followed by a movie (Barbie) at dusk. All free, thanks to The Village Bank. Outside if the weather’s good, otherwise indoors.
The West Newton Cinema Foundation welcomes all to a party on Saturday, June 15, 11:30AM to 2:30PM, to celebrate the release of Inside Out 2! The party will feature Inside Out 2 themed activities sponsored by Paper Mouse and Hipstitch, ensuring plenty of creative fun for everyone. Enjoy delicious pizza…
Historic Newton is hosting a plant swap where you can bring your extra plants, seeds, or garden supplies to trade with fellow garden enthusiasts. It will take place on June 15, 11AM-1PM at the Durant-Kenrick House and Grounds (286 Waverly Ave, Newton Corner). Registration is free. You can also volunteer…
Newton Parks, Recreation and Culture (Newton PRC) is offering swim lessons — $250 for residents and $300 for non-residents (Preschool lessons are $275 for residents, $325 for non-residents). To participate, you must have a membership to the location of your lessons — either Gath Pool (256 Albemarle Rd, Nonantum) and…
Celebration of Queer Culture (CQC) is a youth-focused Pride event that highlights and provides education for parts of queer culture that are typically erased or taken out of the spotlight. It will take place on June 15, 10AM-3PM at the Newton City Hall War Memorial and Lawn. Created by Rhiannon…
Families Organizing for Racial Justice (FORJ), the Newton Coalition of Black Residents, and FORJ NNHS are hosting a Juneteenth Celebration with food, face painting, dancing, and more. It will take place on Saturday, June 15, 12-4PM at Hyde Playground (90 Lincoln Street, Newton Highlands). RSVP’ing is requested but not required.…
The Highland Glee Club will host a concert, Love-In: MAKE LOVE NOT WAR, with music of “peace, love, and understanding”– covers of “counter culture” songs of the 60s and early 70s with men’s harmony vocals, full live band, and pro sound. This will take place on Sunday, June 16, 7PM…