The Society of St. Vincent de Paul, a charity that helps those in need in Newton, is holding a clothing drive this Sunday, June 11, 9AM-Noon and 4PM-6PM. The truck will be located in the parking lot of Our Lady Help of Christians church (parking lot entrance at 279 Adams…
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The Upper Middlesex Commission on the Status of Women is hosting a Virtual Town Hall on Eldercare: “What to expect and what you need to know” on Monday, June 5, 2023, from 6PM – 7:30PM (see Flyer). The event will bring together experts and state legislators to discuss current legislation…
On May 20, a block party on Union Street in Newton Centre will celebrate the 50th anniversary of Piccadilly Square. The street will be pedestrian-only, 11AM-3PM, to make room for lawn games, shopping, a raffle, face painting (11AM-1PM), Cookie Monstah ice cream truck (noon-2PM), pet portraits by Bridget Foster Reed…
Newton’s Memorial Day Parade on May 28 starts at 3PM at Newton North High School and proceeds down Walnut Street and Watertown Street to Magni-Coletti Park in Nonantum. The Grand Marshall is Sgt. Arthur N. Heath, U.S. Air Force. The event features Mayor Ruthanne Fuller and other officials and dignitaries,…
William James College will host a group of experts to discuss the current mental health challenges facing high school and college students (video) and the ways in which educators, families, and communities can make a difference in the lives of young people by investing in behavioral health programs and services. The…
Newton’s Cappella Clausura will celebrate the finale of its 2022-2023 season with a history-making event: Three Women on May 7 at 4PM at Emmanuel Church (15 Newbury Street, Boston). Join us, Suffrage100MA, the Boston Women’s Heritage Trail, and other local partners as we celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Boston…
The Newton Planning and Development Department asks the public to visit and share this page with friends, family, and colleagues, and participate by sharing input by May 8, 2023. All are invited to participate. The “StoryMap” page describes the network plan’s purpose and goals, and asks for specific public input: Contact [email protected] with…
Girl Scout Troop 82343 will be running a free, fun, and educational drop-in program — The Importance of Pollinators — on May 13, 3PM-4PM, at the Auburndale Community Library (375 Auburn Street, Auburndale) for kids ages 4-7 (with parents/guardians welcome). The afternoon will include educational crafts and games. No pre-registration…
The Suzuki School of Newton (1615 Beacon Street, Waban) invites the public to its 2023 Multicultural Festival and Open House on Saturday, May 13 from 3PM to 6PM featuring outdoor interactive performances from Grooversity Brazilian Beats and Boston Bhangra. The festivities include an international potluck, the Suzuki Preschool Art Show,…
The City of Newton’s Department of Parks, Recreation & Culture will host Family FunFEST, on Saturday and Sunday, May 13-14 on the grounds of Newton City Hall, 10AM-4PM both days. It’s an event full of entertainment and a celebration of art for all ages, including live musical performances, a community…
The second weekend of the Newton Piano Summit will be May 13 & 14 with free concerts each day, 1PM-3PM, at Second Church in Newton (60 Highland Street, West Newton). Dennis Montgomery III – May 13, 1-2 pm Expect high-octane Gospel from Dennis Montgomery III, who grew up singing and playing in…
An online auction to fund the construction of an inclusive play structure at Wellington Park is near its goal — and ends May 14. Wellington Park in West Newton (Kilburn Road) has become one of the most beloved parks in Newton with its beautiful gardens, open fields, basketball and tennis…