Boston CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) is issuing an urgent call for volunteers to advocate on behalf of children in the foster care system. Currently, only 15% of eligible foster youth in Suffolk and Middlesex Counties have a CASA, and the need is critical. The next virtual information session is on January…
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It’s unlikely there will be a mosh pit at the upcoming Rock Voices Newton show on January 17, even with the late Ozzy Osbourne’s “Crazy Train” on the group’s set list. Director Adam Bernstein has been busy helping the 100-person-strong choir get ready for the performance at Newton South, where…
Join the Wells Ave Y on Monday, January 19, from 11AM to 1PM for their MLK Day of Service: Share Joy Through Letters event. Loneliness affects nearly 40% of adults aged 45 and older. Make a difference for seniors in local nursing homes who may feel disconnected. All supplies will be provided. Can’t attend? Drop…
CAN-DO (Citizens for Affordable Housing in Newton Development Organization, Inc.) will again offer free income tax preparation for low- to moderate-income households (generally less than $75,000), by appointment, starting February 11 at 413 Watertown Street in Newton. Beginning February 4, you can schedule an in-person appointment for a Wednesday or Saturday…
BROKE IT? FIX IT! The Fix-It Clinic will show you how! Come to the Newton Free Library (330 Homer St, Newton Centre) on Sunday, February 8, from 1:15PM – 4PM. Fix-It Clinics empower Newton residents to fix for themselves, and are totally no-cost! Bring in a broken household item and…
Parks, Recreation & Culture is partnering with the American Red Cross during February and April vacation weeks for lifeguard training courses to provide participants with the knowledge and skills needed to prevent, recognize, and respond to aquatic emergencies in both shallow water and deeper water and to provide professional-level care until emergency…
Every week, staff members at Good Shepherd Community Care competed for the privilege of driving Theresa Nicolazzo home. The elderly woman lived with physical challenges and ongoing health needs. For her to volunteer at the Newton-based hospice’s offices, someone had to pick her up at her house, work carefully with…
Friends, family, and City officials filled the hall of the American Legion Nonantum Post 440 on the morning of November 11 to honor Newton’s veterans during the city’s annual Veterans Day ceremony. The ceremony began with the Post’s Honor Guard marching into the hall. Seth Bai, Newton’s director of Veteran…
This Kwanzaa, I am reminded that the most meaningful gifts don’t come wrapped in ribbons but from the heart and from community. For the past few years, I’ve had the honor of working with the New Art Center as an Expressive Therapy Teacher for neurodivergent adults. Teaching this class has…
The West Suburban YMCA’s gala, Country for a Cause — An Evening of Western Charm, drew more than 200 guests to the Wells Avenue YMCA on October 25 and raised $191,500 to support financial aid programs, surpassing its goal by $30,000. Jack Fucci, president and CEO of the West Suburban…