Join the Harmony Foundation, its event partners and sponsors, and other community members, Monday, January 19, 2026, 9:00 a.m., at First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton (FUUSN - 1326 Washington St., Newton), for reflection, music, student voices, children's programming with Story Starters, followed by a reception and community resource fair. This year's program theme will […]
Our popular annual Women in Government Breakfast returns to Charles River Country Club for a not-to-be-missed morning of conversation and connection. Following coffee and time for networking in the clubhouse, we’ll sit for a fireside chat with Martha J. Sheridan, President & CEO of Meet Boston. Sheridan will reflect on her extensive career in public-facing […]
On the fourth anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion, renowned Ukrainian pianist and composer Vadim Neselovskyi donate his performance to raise emergency winter aid for Kyiv. On Saturday, February 28 at 5pm the Yamawaki Art and Cultural Center at Lasell University in Newton will host Warmth & Solidarity Concert, a charity event bringing together artists, medical […]
Historic Newton celebrates the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution! Join us in exploring what life was like in 18th-century New England. Reenactors will scatter the museum exhibits and grounds to create an immersive experience of revolutionary life. Guests can participate in hands-on period-specific activities and listen to reenactors debate politics, describe daily life, reminisce […]
When: Sunday, March 29, 2026 4:00PM - 6:00 PM Where: The Home of Ruthanne Fuller Champagne & Chocolate is a fundraising event for the League of Women Voters of Newton (LWVN). Funds raised will endow LWVN’s High School Scholarship Program to ensure its long term viability. The featured guest speaker is Massachusetts Lt. Gov Kim […]
Join the Newton Youth Commission and Advisory Board for an evening of civic engagement at Newton City Hall on Tuesday, April 28, from 5:00–6:30 pm. Part of the City of Newton’s 250th Celebration, the 2026 Newton Civic Spotlight is a free, youth-led event that offers a unique opportunity for middle and high school–aged residents to […]
The League of Women Voters of Newton invites all students in Grades 6-8 to participate in its Middle School Civics Challenge. Compete for prizes while engaging in an exciting test of your knowledge of civics. Questions are similar to those from the middle school civics curriculum and on the MCAS Civics Assessment Test. Snacks will […]
Why does building a home in Newton often require years of special permits, committee hearings, and appeals? And why does this exhaustive process mean that Newton ends up with so many expensive McMansions instead of the diverse housing options our community needs? The answer lies in both the zoning regulations and the permitting process itself. […]
Join Service Stars for a fun day of community impact! Kids will: Run a lemonade and cookie stand at Newton North during NCE's Patriots & Sports Clinics - raising funds to donate Black and multicultural dolls from Fusion Dolls to children in need Have the option to join a basketball or soccer clinic hosted by […]
Meet Mayor Marc and city staff at City Hall for a 1-mile walk and roll around Bullough’s Pond. Enjoy casual conversation with Mayor Marc and his team during the route and explore the beautiful City Hall grounds afterwards.
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