The New Art Center will host a Holi Festival of Colors to welcome Spring. The event's conclusion will include outdoor color play, where you become the canvas for artmaking! You can participate in the very fun (and messy) tradition of throwing organic color powder at each other. Please wear white clothes you do not mind getting stained, […]
A special bilingual storytime with stories, songs and movement in English and Hindi. For kids ages 0-4 and their adults. Find us across the street from the Library on City Hall grounds: walk past the City Hall fountain and we'll be under the tree on the corner of City Hall Drive and Commonwealth Ave. Outdoor […]
Mix and mingle with local business leaders while playing at a top-notch golf course and supporting a great cause. Limited spots remain for our Aug. 1 tournament at Woodland Golf Club. A portion of the proceeds from this year's event will benefit the Ellie Fund, a Needham-based nonprofit that provides essential support services to women and […]
Practice English conversation while exploring Newton's many nature trails and historic places. For intermediate to advanced English learners. We will meet at a different place each class, following directions sent by email. You must provide your own transportation to the walking sites (parking is available). We will meet on Zoom on rainy days. The class […]
Get ready for bed by listening to these stories and songs that will help you drift off to dreamland. Put on your pajamas, cuddle with a loved one, and bring your favorite stuffed animal friend! For kids ages 3 and up. To connect to Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81563059113?pwd=eTdLUFN4c0Y1Z0hWYzIxcVplSU9UZz09 Meeting ID: 815 6305 9113 Passcode: 461859 One tap […]
A conversation group for adult English learners of all levels. No registration is required. Come when you can! This class meets in person (on the third floor of the library) on Tuesday mornings, from July 5 until August 30, 2022. For more information, contact Andrew Shapira, Program Coordinator, at 617-796-1364 or NewtonELL@minlib.net.
Join us for storytimes on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Start your day with stories, songs and rhymes led by Newton Free Library Children’s Librarians. For children 0-4 and their caregivers. Find us across the street from the Library on City Hall grounds: walk past the City Hall fountain and we'll be under the tree on the […]
Bring your lunch and join us at The Cove in Auburndale for a relaxed picnic. Plenty of picnic tables, but feel free to bring your chair. Playground, trails, ballfield, kayak launch...bring your family and enjoy the day!
The Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum and Revolution 250 are partnering with Historic Newton to place a marker at the grave of Boston Tea Party participants Obadiah Curtis and Michael Jackson (newly recognized for his participation) in the East Parish Burying Ground. Join us Tuesday, August 2 at 3:00 p.m. for a brief public ceremony with Mayor Ruthanne […]
Come see The O’Shea Chaplin Academy of Irish Dance perform their reels and jigs! They have been teaching children age 4 and up for over 65 years, and their dancers have won regional, national, and world titles. The performance lasts 15-20 minutes, and then children from the audience will be invited to learn some steps! […]
National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live. Millions of neighbors take part in National Night Out across thousands of communities from all fifty states, U.S. territories and military bases worldwide on the first Tuesday in August. Join the […]
A conversation group for adult English learners of all levels. No registration is necessary. Come when you can! This class meets in person (on the third floor of the library) on Tuesday evenings, from July 5 until August 2, 2022. For more information, contact Andrew Shapira, Program Coordinator, at 617-796-1364 or NewtonELL@minlib.net.
We invite you to spend a day visiting local libraries – find out what is special about each and what they have to offer to you and your family. This is an event for all ages. The challenge is to visit as many libraries as you can and take a picture of yourself with a […]
Reading Plays and Poetry Aloud is a class for intermediate to advanced English learners. A fun way to improve your English reading and speaking skills! This class meets in person (on the third floor of the library) on Wednesday mornings, from July 6 until August 3, 2022. For more information, contact Andrew Shapira, Program Coordinator, […]
Bring the whole family to this fun outdoor concert! Matt Heaton brings an infectious energy to his sing alongs. Peppered with well known classics and a few soon-to-be classics, and performed with panache on guitar & banjo, Matt makes music for parents and kids alike. This concert will take place at the Hyde Bandstand and […]
English learners will learn about and play a variety of word games, board games, and card games. A great way to learn new words and practice conversation! For intermediate to advanced adult learners. This class will meet on the third floor of the library on Wednesday afternoons, from July 13 until August 17, 2022. Masks […]
A conversation group for beginner English learners. No registration is required. Come when you can! This class meets on Zoom on Wednesday afternoons, from July 6 until August 24, 2022. For the Zoom link and more information, contact Andrew Shapira, Program Coordinator, at 617-796-1364 or NewtonELL@minlib.net.
Shadow boxes are a beautiful way to create a three-dimensional collage that you can display in your favorite space. Join us for an afternoon of cutting, pasting, and creating! Collage is perfect for those who would like to get creative and express themselves. Paper materials (magazines, paper, maps, books, newspapers, etc.) can be provided by […]
Join Mosesian Center for the Arts ASl interpreter and teaching artist Arlene Velleman for a storytime featuring Children Make Terrible Pets by Peter Brown. We will read the book, Arlene will interpret in ASL, and then she will teach participants the signs for some of the key words from the story. Arlene will also be […]
We are a community ukulele ensemble with players of all levels. We meet to strum and sing together and occassionally 'gig' in the community. Bring your instrument, a music stand and a care free attitude. Link to our songbook here.
Please register here. This program is sponsored by the Tewksbury Public Library. Every work of art has a story, and some of them are deadly. Travel the globe with five mystery authors and their amateur sleuths as they delve into the world of art and artifacts. Participating authors include: Connie Berry (The Kate Hamilton Mystery […]
Welcome back to our newly renovated children's room! Come in any time and ask for a scavenger hunt sheet at the desk in the children's room and complete the scavenger hunt to help you learn your way around our new space. Bring the completed sheet back to the desk to win a prize.
Please join us to celebrate the opening of our newly renovated and expanded Children's Room with festivities throughout the day. All Day - Scavenger Hunt to help you learn your way around the newly renovated Children's Room. 9:30 am - Official Grand Opening of the Children's Room - a ribbon cutting celebration with Mayor Fuller […]
Let's Speak English is a conversation group for intermediate English learners. Possible discussion topics include parenting, life in the United States, cultural differences, parenting, and more. This class meets on Zoom on Thursday mornings, from July 21 until August 25, 2022. For more information, please contact Andrew Shapira, Program Coordinator, at 617-796-1364 or NewtonELL@minlib.net.
This course will help advanced students prepare to take the TOEFL test for undergraduate or graduate study. Students should have a TOEFL book, which can be borrowed from Newton or other libraries. This class will only take place if at least four students have registered. It will meet in person (on the third floor of […]
Join us for our summer reading program, Read Beyond the Beaten Path, storytimes. Each will be based on the week's theme. This week's theme is Art and the World. Start your day with stories, songs and rhymes led by Newton Free Library Children’s Librarians. For children 0-4 and their caregivers.
A new summer class is up for grabs! If you are bored silly this summer, come brush up on some idioms and clichés! Don't chicken out — it's as easy as 1-2-3! This class, for intermediate to advanced English learners, is a golden opportunity to shoot the breeze! No registration is required. Come when you […]
Join us for our summer reading program, Read Beyond the Beaten Path, storytimes. Each will be based on the week's theme. This week's theme is Art and the World. Start your day with stories, songs and rhymes led by Newton Free Library Children’s Librarians. For children 0-4 and their caregivers. This is a repeat of […]
A conversation group for English language learners of all levels. No registration is required. Come when you can! This class meets in person (on the third floor of the library) on Thursday afternoons, from July 7 until August 25, 2022. For more information, contact Andrew Shapira, Program Coordinator, at 617-796-1364 or NewtonELL@minlib.net.
Get an introduction to our three most popular library eresources so you can start accessing books, music, movies, and more from home. On the day of the event you will receive an email with a link to join. At the time of the program simply click on the link and you'll see the host. For […]
Come explore with us! Join us for our summer reading program, Read Off the Beaten Path, story and activity time for kids ages 4 and 5. Each will be based on the week's theme. This week's theme is Art and the World.
Be a problem solver! Take on a new engineering challenge each week. Get creative, think outside the box, and hang out with other like-minded kids. Members can bring project ideas and we'll vote on the ones we want to do throughout the club. Registration is for ALL 4 sessions 7/21, 7/28. 8/4 & 8/11. Online […]
A conversation group for intermediate English learners. No registration is required. Come when you can! This class meets on Zoom on Thursday evenings, from July 7 until August 25, 2022. For the Zoom link or more information, please contact Andrew Shapira, Program Coordinator, at 617-796-1364 or NewtonELL@minlib.net.
Join us for a puppet show to celebrate the grand reopening of our Children's Room! Caravan Puppets presents Tales of Trails, a family-friendly puppet show that will bring you on a journey around the world through the following three multicultural puppet tales: Tokoyo - A brave girl rescues her samurai father from a sea monster […]
Welcome back to our newly renovated children's room! Come in any time and ask for a scavenger hunt sheet at the desk in the children's room and complete the scavenger hunt to help you learn your way around our new space. Bring the completed sheet back to the desk to win a prize.
A conversation group for beginner English language learners. No registration is required. Come when you can! This class meets in person (on the third floor of the library) on Friday afternoons, from July 8 until August 26, 2022. For more information, contact Andrew Shapira, Program Coordinator, at 617-796-1364 or NewtonELL@minlib.net.
Bring in a rock or two (or more) to paint! For easier painting, find rocks that are big and smooth.
In this class, students will take turns reading a news story out loud. We will talk about the topic, and students will be encouraged to share their ideas. We will also look at vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation. This class is for intermediate to advanced learners. This class meets in person (on the third floor of […]
Bring in a rock or two (or more) to paint! For easier painting, find rocks that are big and smooth.
Welcome back to our newly renovated children's room! Come in any time and ask for a scavenger hunt sheet at the desk in the children's room and complete the scavenger hunt to help you learn your way around our new space. Bring the completed sheet back to the desk to win a prize.
August paintings Summer landscape painting workshops Workshops will be held throughout the summer on the lawn outside my studio in Newton, MA. Each session will run 2 hours. We will simplify step-by-step the landscape painting process, guiding you to create a beautiful 5x7” acrylic painting on wood to take home with you. Join us for […]
A classic Indian dance thematic presentation that juxtaposes the traditional with the contemporary with Shiva as the muse. 'Akshaya' (Everlasting - Tradition Alive and Onwards) will showcase a team of accomplished, young dancers and musicians from the Greater Boston area. Akshaya employs the muse of Shiva to reinterpret tradition for today's performers and audiences. Tickets […]
Join us at Newton Centre Bowl* for our Summer Concert Series! Singer/songwriter/piano player Krisanthi Pappas and her band will be performing a set of music by Carole King, Carly Simon, Karen Carpenter, Linda Ronstadt and other classic soft rock favorites! Krisanthi has played throughout the U.S., Caribbean and most recently in Greece. She has performed […]
Welcome back to our newly renovated children's room! Come in any time and ask for a scavenger hunt sheet at the desk in the children's room and complete the scavenger hunt to help you learn your way around our new space. Bring the completed sheet back to the desk to win a prize.
Artful Piano concerts featuring Louise Ting, a Newton rising 2nd grader just back from a European competition. Louise will play slections by Mozart and Tchaikovsky. Bring a chair or a blanket for the grass, and enjoy these free performances by one of Newton's youngest virtuosos! Tour Schedule: Monday August 8th Coletti-Magni Park, Nonantum Tuesday August […]
Practice English conversation while exploring Newton's many nature trails and historic places. For intermediate to advanced English learners. We will meet at a different place each class, following directions sent by email. You must provide your own transportation to the walking sites (parking is available). We will meet on Zoom on rainy days. The class […]
Want to take a closer look at historic sites and landmarks around the City of Newton? Historic Newton is once again presenting walking tours this summer! We'll be visiting the Mount Ida campus, Newton Cemetery, and more. We also have a special bike tour planned. Information about the tours may be found here. The first tour […]
Come join us for some quirky Jackbox trivia and party games in the Teen Area. Registration is required. For ages 12 .
Mike Piazza and his team of some of the most athletic Border Collies on the planet will perform a variety of Frisbee and other awesome tricks to entertain all ages! Mike is a multiple-time world finalist and world record holder in the sport of K-9 Frisbee and the world's current #1 Professional K-9 Frisbee performer. […]
Get ready for bed by listening to these stories and songs that will help you drift off to dreamland. Put on your pajamas, cuddle with a loved one, and bring your favorite stuffed animal friend! For kids ages 3 and up. To connect to Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81563059113?pwd=eTdLUFN4c0Y1Z0hWYzIxcVplSU9UZz09 Meeting ID: 815 6305 9113 Passcode: 461859 One tap […]
Artful Piano concerts featuring Louise Ting, a Newton rising 2nd grader just back from a European competition. Louise will play slections by Mozart and Tchaikovsky. Bring a chair or a blanket for the grass, and enjoy these free performances by one of Newton's youngest virtuosos! Tour Schedule: Monday August 8th Coletti-Magni Park, Nonantum Tuesday August […]
A conversation group for adult English learners of all levels. No registration is required. Come when you can! This class meets in person (on the third floor of the library) on Tuesday mornings, from July 5 until August 30, 2022. For more information, contact Andrew Shapira, Program Coordinator, at 617-796-1364 or NewtonELL@minlib.net.
This group is currently full. They meet each month to discuss books with a mystery theme. The group is cosponsored by the City of Newton Department of Senior Services. Book selections will be listed each month. To be placed on the wait list or for info contact: khennrikus@minlib.net or call 617-796-1360.
Join us for our summer reading program, Read Beyond the Beaten Path, storytimes. Each will be based on the week's theme. This week's theme is Sky, Stars and Beyond. Start your day with stories, songs and rhymes led by Newton Free Library Children’s Librarians. For children 0-4 and their caregivers.
Learn about people who came to Newton from different parts of the world: why they immigrated, where they settled, and how they helped build our city. Our two-part series of videos introduces you to guest narrators telling the history of different immigrant groups. Watch excerpts from these videos and meet the narrators for Q&A […]
Artful Piano concerts featuring Louise Ting, a Newton rising 2nd grader just back from a European competition. Louise will play slections by Mozart and Tchaikovsky. Bring a chair or a blanket for the grass, and enjoy these free performances by one of Newton's youngest virtuosos! Tour Schedule: Monday August 8th Coletti-Magni Park, Nonantum Tuesday August […]
Artful Piano concerts featuring Louise Ting, a Newton rising 2nd grader just back from a European competition. Louise will play slections by Mozart and Tchaikovsky. Bring a chair or a blanket for the grass, and enjoy these free performances by one of Newton's youngest virtuosos! Tour Schedule: Monday August 8th Coletti-Magni Park, Nonantum Tuesday August […]
Artful Piano concerts featuring Louise Ting, a Newton rising 2nd grader just back from a European competition. Louise will play slections by Mozart and Tchaikovsky. Bring a chair or a blanket for the grass, and enjoy these free performances by one of Newton's youngest virtuosos! Tour Schedule: Monday August 8th Coletti-Magni Park, Nonantum Tuesday August […]
HELPSY is the largest clothing collection recycling company on the East Coast. In 2021, they helped to divert over 30 million tons of waste and our job is to help them continue this work (we also get some funding for our scholarships from it). We need: 4 volunteers on each collection date (shown below) to help unload […]
Join us at Newton Centre Bowl* for our Summer Concert Series! Take one red-hot horn section - we're talkin' alto, tenor, baritone saxes and trombone - down and dirty. Add liberal amounts of barrelhouse boogie-woogie piano and stinging Fender guitar. Pour over a funky and swinging rhythm section that Blues Review magazine called 'the best […]
We are a community ukulele ensemble with players of all levels. We meet to strum and sing together and occassionally 'gig' in the community. Bring your instrument, a music stand and a care free attitude. Link to our songbook here.
Join Chiara Durazzini, artistic director of local theatre troupe Pazzi Lazzi, and Eric Bornstein of Behind The Mask Theatre (Somerville) for an entertaining and informative presentation about the power and diversity of masks worldwide. Together, they 'unmask' the mysteries surrounding mask usage through history and around the world: in what context are they worn? What […]
Before this Oak Hill location became Mount Ida College and then a campus of the University of Massachusetts Amherst, it was an estate. See a former 18th-century farmhouse, a lavish Gilded Age mansion, and other buildings repurposed for campus life. Our tours are presented with support from Newton-Wellesley Hospital.
Local beekeeper Sean Sanker, who keeps hives at Newton Community Farm, will lead this class in a discussion of beekeeping basics. He will explain the general process of keeping bees and the equipment needed as well as interesting bee facts. Sean has been keeping bees as a hobby since 2013. He is a Newton resident […]
Learn about people who came to Newton from Italy, China, and the former Soviet Union in Part 2 of our immigration history program. Watch excerpts of videos with guest narrators from each community, followed by Q&A afterwards.
Grab your towel or yoga mat and join us outdoors at Hyde Playground in Newton Highlands for a fun, family event where music, movement and literature align to encourage exploration and imaginative play! Best for ages 1-5 but all are welcome.
Learn about people who have come to Newton from different parts of the world: why they came, where they settled, and how they helped build our city. Our two-part series of videos introduces you to guest narrators telling the history of different immigrant groups. Watch excerpts from these videos and meet the narrators for Q&A […]
Join Little Beats for 30 minutes of music and movement, from 11am to 11:30am, on the green at the Street, Chestnut Hill! This event is best for ages 0 - 4 but all ages are welcome. Register Here!
Do you have questions about plants you are growing in your garden? Want to share helpful information about a vegetable or flower that you love to grow? Come to our Gardening Circle Skill Share on Wednesday, August 24, 6–8 pm. This is a time to connect, share your knowledge, and help build a strong network of […]
Join the Lost Narratives music team for an exclusive behind the scenes look at our new concert! Our team will premiere three song-cycles for the first time, while our three composers will talk about the inspiration behind their works, creative process, and more. This workshop is a sneak preview of our final concert, premiering in […]
Ice cream from Wally’s Ice Cream, kids’ crafts, family portraits by Family Photography, sidewalk sales, a free cannoli or biscotti with lunch at Bocca Bella, free swag, music and more: Head to the Auburndale this Saturday, Aug. 27 from 10:00 a.m. to noon for Auburndale Village Day (at Lexington Street and Auburn Street). Have some […]
Joini us for our first wine dinner hosted by Chef Mario LaPosta and Ciro Pirone of Horizon Beverage. We’ll highlight Campania's region, its food, and wine from Villa Matilde. Villa Matilde is a winery in Campania, specifically the province of Caserta, about 1 kilometer from where Chef Mario's family is from. You'll be tasting Falanghina, […]
Please join us on Monday August 29th from 2 - 3pm when we will present Shirley Hunt (cello) and Sylvia Berry (fortepiano), rescheduled from this past winter. The Hunt-Berry Duo is comprised of two artists who have dedicated their careers not just to historical instruments, but to the study of late 18th and early 19th […]
Join The Dance Academy of Siagel Productions and Next Step Education Tutoring for a FREE fun filled afternoon working out your brain and your body. Groups will be split by age. From 2pm-3pm our Kindergarten through 3rd graders will participate in an upbeat dance class with the Dance Academy. Meanwhile our 4th through 6th graders […]
Our Great Inventions tour goes to Newton Cemetery to see the final resting place of people who invented items both useful and fanciful, including the microwave oven and the flat-bottom paper bag. We highlight the work of Frederick Law Olmsted on our Sunday, September 18 tour of Newton Centre Playground, which Olmsted designed in the […]
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