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SUMMARY:Sustainability Awareness Scavenger Hunt
DESCRIPTION:This spring\, Newton North High School sophomore Linnea Dun Rappaport is hosting a community environmental scavenger hunt designed for elementary school aged students and their families. The event encourages the young participants to explore local parks and engage in hands-on\, creative challenges such as building art from recyclable materials and arranging natural objects found outdoors. \nThe goal is to foster curiosity\, creativity\, and environmental awareness in a fun\, accessible way!
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/sustainability-awareness-scavenger-hunt/
LOCATION:All over Newton
CATEGORIES:Children,Community,Education
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SUMMARY:Newton Open Studios
DESCRIPTION:Discover Newton Through Art at Newton Open Studios 2026! \nJoin us for Newton Open Studios (NOS)\, a beloved annual citywide event celebrating the creativity and diversity of Newton’s artistic community. For one inspiring weekend\, artists across Newton will open their homes\, studios\, and shared exhibition spaces to the public\, inviting visitors to experience art in unique and personal settings. \nExplore painting\, sculpture\, photography\, ceramics\, fiber arts\, mixed media\, jewelry\, printmaking\, and more while meeting the artists behind the work. Whether you are an avid collector\, curious visitor\, or simply looking for a meaningful cultural experience\, NOS offers a rare opportunity to connect directly with local artists and discover original artwork throughout the city. \nThis year’s event features more than 90 artists exhibiting across individual studios and vibrant group locations\, creating a dynamic and accessible art experience for all ages. \nBefore your visit\, explore artist images\, locations\, and previews of artwork on the NOS website to help plan your itinerary and make the most of the weekend. \nSupport local artists. Discover new perspectives. Experience the creative spirit of Newton. \nNewton Open Studios\nMay 30–31\, 2026\n11:00 AM – 5:00 PM\nFree and open to the public
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/newton-open-studios-4/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Children,Community,Visual Arts
ORGANIZER;CN="Newton Open Studios":MAILTO:cfiksnos@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:New Phil POPS: Family Favorites
DESCRIPTION:New Phil POPS: Family Favorites\nfeaturing teachers and choruses from Newton Public Schools plus soloists from Boston College \nBring your teens\, tweens\, big kids\, and littles for a fabulous afternoon of live music! Featuring songs from KPop Demon Hunters\, Wicked\, Queen\, Stevie Wonder\, and more. Come craft with us at 2pm\, doors open at 2:30pm \nTickets and more info at newphil.org
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/new-phil-pops-family-favorites/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community,Music
ORGANIZER;CN="New Philharmonia Orchestra":MAILTO:info@newphil.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T160000
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SUMMARY:The Monologue Project: Voices of the Blind\, Deaf\, and Physically Disabled
DESCRIPTION:This event is co-sponsored by Understanding Our Differences and The City of Newton Commission on Disabilities. \nSunday\, May 31st at 4pm.\n​\nJoin us at The Cooper Center for Active Living\n345 Walnut Street\, Newton MA\nin the Multi-Purpose Room \nExperience powerful monologues that bring to life the unique stories of blind\, deaf\, and physically disabled members of our Newton community. It’s a chance to connect\, learn\, and be moved by voices in our own neighborhood that often go unheard. Don’t miss this heartfelt event celebrating the diversity and resilience of our local community. \nWe start with one prompt: Tell us your story.\n​\nFree admission\, but let us know if you can join us!\nRSVP at newtontheatrecompany.com \nNote About Accommodations: \nThis event will take place in the Multipurpose Room of The Cooper Center for Active Living. The location is wheelchair accessible\, and the program will include ASL interpretation. Doors will open at 3:30pm.\n​\nReasonable accommodations will be provided to persons with disabilities who require assistance. If you need a reasonable accommodation\, please contact the city of Newton’s ADA Coordinator at least two business days in advance of the meeting: ADACoordinator@newtonma.gov or (617) 796-1253. The city’s TTY/TDD direct line is: 617-796-1089. For the Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS)\, please dial 711.
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/the-monologue-project-voices-of-the-blind-deaf-and-physically-disabled/
LOCATION:The Cooper Center for Active Living\, 345 Walnut Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02460\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
ORGANIZER;CN="Newton Theatre Company":MAILTO:alex@newtontheatrecompany.com
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SUMMARY:Diane Heffner and the Jet Set Octet
DESCRIPTION:Diane Heffner\, saxophone\, and Liz Horwitz\, bassist\, formed this group with the goal of performing pieces that were different and new to their repertoire. The Jet Set Octet\, named as an homage to the atomic age of the 1950s-60s\, performs the “West Coast Cool” jazz style of the Dave Pell Octet. \nFeaturing ANMS Faculty Diane Heffner\, tenor saxophone\, Katie Ronan\, baritone saxophone\, Karen McCarthy\, trumpet\, Kurt Thaller\, trombone\, Tammy Murawski\, guitar\, Cole Delgado\, piano\, Liz Horwitz\, bass\, and Tom Goodkind\, drums.
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/diane-heffner-and-the-jet-set-octet/
LOCATION:All Newton Music School\, 321 Chestnut Street\, West Newton\, MA\, 12465\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Music
ORGANIZER;CN="All Newton Music School":MAILTO:bridget@allnewton.org
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