Finnish author Tove Jansson’s 1972 novel Sommarboken (The Summer Book) has been adapted into a stunning film starring Glenn Close. Writing for RogerEbert.com, critic Nell Minow describes it as “a haiku of a movie, conveying profound thoughts about time, memory, loss, and nature through a simplified, meditative, cinematic language of exquisite images and gentle music.” […]
Historic Newton Hayfest Sunday October 4, 12 noon - 4:00 PM Jackson Homestead and Museum, Free Join us for a free, family-friendly day of fall fun! At Historic Newton’s Hayfest, travel back in time to the 19th century as you dip candles, press apples, churn butter, play games, and more. Registration is not required; stop […]
The Love That Remains (original Icelandic title: Ástin sem eftir er) is a story of an Icelandic family in which the parents are separating. Anna, an artist, and Magnus, a fisherman, share three children and live in Iceland’s stunning countryside. With wit and depth, auteur Hlynur Pálmason explores a year in the family’s life through […]
Newton Theatre Company presents "Parade"—the heart-wrenching, Tony-winning musical about faith, identity, and the impact of prejudice. "Parade" Music and Lyrics by: Jason Robert Brown Book by: Alfred Uhry Directed by: Brit Garner Music Directed by: Alex Taylor Winner of 3 Tony Awards! "Parade" is a powerful musical based on the true story of Leo Frank, […]
Hi everyone! Happy back-to-school season! If you are still looking for a creative, nurturing art program for your child this fall, we’d love to invite you to check out Sunflower Fine Art Academy. We are a boutique, community-rooted studio proudly serving local families for 10 years, led by two passionate educators: founder Lynn Ma, with […]
Music that unfolds and transforms - from Bach and Schubert to Brahms and Ravel.
Music that unfolds and transforms - from Bach and Schubert to Brahms and Ravel.
Join BFO Artistic Director Alyssa Wang, BFO musicians, and guest artists for an immersive chamber music experience that blends performance with thoughtful discussion, inviting audiences to engage with the music’s historical, cultural, and emotional context. PROGRAM Zara Levina, Kanzonetta Zara Levina, Fantasy on Bashkir Themes Dmitri Shostakovich, Piano Trio No. 2 in E minor, Op. […]
What’s this program about? Impressions features pieces that can be connected to a style of art that either influenced the piece directly or was heavily prominent in the region where it was created at the time it was written. Caroline Shaw talks about how she was inspired to write this piece after listening to the […]
Come explore the world of trolls with the Scandinavian Library! Our library volunteer Maya will read a Norwegian children’s book in both Norwegian and English. During the story, littles will have an opportunity to decorate their own Troll to take home! We’ll have coloring pages, markers, crayons, yarn, and assorted bits and bobs to customize […]
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