The First Unitarian Universalist Society of Newton’s (FUUSN) Social Justice Speakers Task Force is holding a discussion with Christine Nguyen, Jefferson Hussey, and Renee Hamilton, volunteer organizers with the Eastern Service Workers Association (ESWA), on Sunday, February 22 at 12PM in the FUUSN Alliance Room (1326 Washington Street, West Newton). ESWA is an all-volunteer association of…
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On Saturday, February 28th at 5 PM, the Yamawaki Art and Cultural Center at Lasell University in Newton will host the Warmth & Solidarity Concert—a charity event bringing together artists, medical professionals, and volunteers to expedite emergency aid to civilians in Ukraine. The concert will feature Vadim Neselovskyi, the internationally acclaimed Ukrainian pianist…
On Sunday, March 1 from 5-7PM at 288 Walnut St, Newtonville, Working Towards Change (WTC) is partnering with Boston Children’s Hospital to host a hygiene kit-building event supporting adolescents who are struggling to meet basic needs as a result of recent SNAP benefit cuts. Volunteers will collect donated personal hygiene…
Come and hear the wonderful musicians of the First Unitarian Universalist Society (FUUSN) in concert on Sunday, March 8, 2026 at 2PM in the FUUSN Sanctuary (1326 Washington Street, West Newton). This concert is a fundraiser for the UU Urban Ministry. You’ll hear classical chamber music by pianists Paul Antonucci and Lois Shapiro,…
Newton Schools Foundation (NSF) will host its second annual Trivia Night fundraiser on March 13, 7PM-10:30PM, at American Legion Post #440 (295 California Street). Proceeds from the event will fund grants for teachers to bring innovative programs and educational approaches to students in the Newton Public Schools. “Trivia Night is…
Fulfilled Goods will hold its second annual “sweater swap” from Friday-Saturday, March 13-15. All are invited to stop by to drop off sweaters at either location during store hours anytime before the swap. Sweaters must be in like-new condition with no stains or holes. Due to space limitations, only adult sizes will…
Registration is open for the Rise Against Hunger Community Meal Packing Event at St Mary’s Episcopal Church (258 Concord St, Newton Lower Falls) on Saturday, March 14 from 3-5 PM. Come lend a hand as we work together to pack nutritious meals for communities in need around the world. It’s a…
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…
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.