Join the Suzuki School of Newton for their Multicultural Festival — a celebration of music and art — on Saturday, May 16 from 2-6PM at 1615 Beacon St, Waban. Free and open to all. This is more than a festival—it’s a reminder that when people celebrate their differences, they discover what connects…
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Waban Village Day, along with its Family Fun Run, will be on Sunday, May 17 in Waban Square. Family Fun Run starts at 10AM. Register at the link above. Racers of all ages are encouraged to participate, including children who are permitted to ride bikes and scooters along the racecourse. Walkers and…
As part of its Spring Guided Walk Series, Newton Conservators is hosting a 4.9-mile trek through Newton’s sections of the Sudbury and Cochituate aqueducts on Sunday, May 17, from 2PM to 4:30PM. Meet at the Newton Centre playground at the intersection of Centre Street and Tyler Terrace. A steady rain will…
Kara Miller, author of the Boston Globe’s The Big Idea column and host of the It Turns Out podcast, discusses the cultural shift in Massachusetts, D.C., and the U.S on Thursday, May 21 at 7:30PM at the Waban Library Center (1608 Beacon St, Waban). Refreshments will be served during the…
Newton PorchFest will be held on Saturday, June 6, 12-6PM (rain or shine!), with free music by performers playing in over 50 locations across Auburndale, Lower Falls, Waban Center, and West Newton. All events are free and open to the public. View the schedule and map here. Questions? Want to…
Newton Community Education’s April Vacation Programs at Angier Elementary School (1697 Beacon Street, Waban) offer engaging, hands-on experiences for children in grades K–8 during the week of April 21–24, with drop-off starting at 8:30 AM and extended day available until 5 PM. Programs are open to all children, whether or not they…
The 5th Annual Newton Earth Day Festival, hosted by Green Newton and the City of Newton, will be on Saturday, May 3 from 12-3:30PM at the Zervas Elementary School (30 Beethoven Ave, Waban). The festival brings together residents of all ages for a dynamic, family-friendly celebration of sustainability and local…
Come to Coffee Hour at Waban Library Center (1608 Beacon St, Waban – right near the T stop) on Saturdays in February (7th, 14th, and 21st) from 10AM-12 PM! Join us to get cozy with a book or newspaper, chat with your community, or to get some work done. Coffee…
Light up the night with the Newton Alliance of Chinese Americans (NACA) on Saturday, February 28 from 5:30 – 8:30PM at the Angier Elementary School (1697 Beacon Street, Waban) as they celebrate the Chinese Lantern Festival — a time for light, reunion, and new beginnings. Bring your family and friends for…
Three Councilors at Large — Andrea Kelley (Wd 3), Cyrus Dahmubed (Wd 4), and Brittany Hume Charm (Wd 5) — will hold joint office hours on Friday, March 6, 2PM-3PM at the Auburndale Community Library (375 Auburn Street, Auburndale). Bring your thoughts and questions, and the Councilors will bring some…
On December 9, the Community Preservation Commission voted unanimously to recommend a $600,000 grant to the Suzuki School of Music toward building an accessible rear addition at 1615 Beacon Street. Approval depends on votes by the Zoning and Planning and Finance Committees and the full City Council in 2026. “When…
The Newton Turkey Trot will be held on Sunday, November 23. Two races start and end at Zervas Elementary School (30 Beethoven Avenue): The 1-mile family race starts at 8:30AM and the 5K starts at 9AM. The run sells out every year! Register by October 22 to secure your spot, this year’s…