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…
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Aji Restaurant is having a Dining for Dollars event for NECP (Newton Early Childhood Education) all day Wednesday, March 25 and Thursday, March 26. NECP gets 15% of the proceeds if you mention NECP while dining or in your online order.
Get ready to move, groove, and make a difference at the Spring Break Glow Party a the WSYMCA (276 Church St, Newton Corner) Friday, March 27 from 5:30 – 7:30PM. The Glow Party is MEGA group exercise class that promises music, movement, and community connection like no other! All proceeds benefit…
Newton Neighbors is thrilled to launch its 2026 Summer Camp Campaign with the 130th Boston Marathon! Ranjani Paradise, one of the founders of Newton Neighbors, is running to raise funds to support summer camp scholarships for Newton Public School (NPS) elementary and middle school students. In the last six years,…
Newton At Home — a volunteer-powered nonprofit membership organization dedicated to helping older residents age well in their own homes — is seeking engaged, community-minded individuals to join its Board of Directors. See details here.
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…
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…
Interested in making a meaningful difference in the lives of hospice patients with Good Shepherd Community Care? Apply online. You will receive comprehensive training to visit patients in the greater-Boston area. Volunteers are needed for: ● Companionship & friendly visits● Pet Therapy● Reiki Therapy● Massage Therapy● Bereavement support● Administrative support…
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…