On Sunday, December 7, from 2-6 PM, Boston-based nonprofit Ukraine Forward is holding an exhibition and sale of Ukrainian fine arts and handicrafts at the New Art Center (61 Washington Park, Newton). Artwork includes paintings and graphic art as well as ceramic, wood, and textile objects by artisans in Ukraine and the…
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On Tuesday, December 9, OTTO of Portland Pizza (344 Walnut Street, Newtonville) will be generously donating a portion of the day’s sales to the Friends of the Newton Free Library which will help the Friends continue to support programming that is so important to the Newton Free Library. Newton North…
The American Legion Nonantum Post’s annual Hannukkah/Christmas party will be on Thursday, December 18 at 6PM. There is a $25 per person cash donation. You will enjoy a buffet dinner, cash bar, two great door prizes, a legacy dance exhibition, and dancing the night away to the “Watch City Cadillacs.”…
Since 1899, the John M. Barry Boys & Girls Club of Newton has been fighting to give children enriching programs, and that spirit continues as its next fundraiser is a boxing tournament. Director David Sellers said the Watertown Street nonprofit hopes to raise $5,000 from its Joe DeNucci Fight Night…
The Newton Food Pantry brought together state officials, local leaders, and community supporters Thursday afternoon to mark construction progress on its future home at 131 Rumford Avenue in Auburndale. The single-story building — scheduled to open in May 2026 — represents a major expansion for the organization, which has operated…
On October 15, 5PM-9PM, Cabot’s Ice Cream & Restaurant (743 Washington Street, Newtonville) will donate a portion of its revenue for a fundraiser for the Friends of the Newton Free Library, to help enable the Friends to continue supporting programming at the library.
Join Newton at Home on Tuesday, October 7 from 5:30-7:30PM at the Scandinavian Living Center, Nordic Hall (206 Waltham Street) for the book launch of Women of Courage and Conviction by Newton writer Dorothy Anger, along with four of the book’s women — also Newton residents — as they share…
Newton at Home will host a Senior Resource Fair at Sunrise of Newton (431 Washington Street, Newton) on October 9, 10AM-12PM. It’s a free community event designed to connect older adults and their families with a wide range of local resources that support aging with dignity and ease. Highlights include:…
The West Suburban YMCA, in partnership with MGB Newton-Wellesley Hospital, will hold a Flu Vaccine Clinic on Friday, October 10, from 8AM to 12PM at the Wells Avenue YMCA (135 Wells Avenue). This free Community Clinic will provide flu shots for anyone 18 and over, with no appointment or insurance…
Join All Newton Music School (321 Chestnut Street) on Tuesday, October 14 from 1:30-3PM for All Newton’s Musical Memory Café, an informal social gathering for people with cognitive changes and their care partners. Guests are welcome regardless of diagnosis. Attendees can connect with fellow community members while enjoying a musical…
To celebrate its 50th anniversary, the American Legion Post 440 will host a Casino Night Fundraiser on Friday, October 17 at Post #440 (295 California Street). Doors will open at 6:30PM. Tickets ($50) through Venmo. Proceeds will be used for ongoing repairs and maintenance of the Post so the American…
Join Baramor (45 Union Street, Newton Centre) on Sunday, October 19, 12PM–4PM, for the 5th Annual Barktoberfest. This community fundraiser will benefit Last Hope K-9 Rescue, a dedicated Boston nonprofit that works tirelessly to rescue and rehome abandoned and neglected dogs. Their mission and passion have saved countless lives, and Baramor is honored…