• Notes and Novels: A Jazzy Author Talk

    Immerse yourself in the irregular rhythms of both piano and prose, as local author Isaiah Scott reads excerpts from his two debut novels and local jazz pianist Julian Laury performs original arrangements inspired by the [...]

    $12 – $27
  • Brush & Lens

    The Allen Center 35 Webster Street, Newton, MA, United States

    Join us at The Allen Center for a compelling lecture demonstration on the dynamic interplay between painting and photography— and go behind the scenes with two of Newton's most celebrated artists, Peter Vanderwarker and Sam [...]

    Free
  • Free Self Defense Class & Demonstration

    Hyde Community Center 90 Lincoln Street, Newton Highlands, MA

    Free self defense class and demonstration for all ages at the Hyde Center, 90 Lincoln St., Newton Highlands, on Saturday, May 16, 2026 from 2pm - 3:30pm. Daniel Mola from Atom, Jiu-Jitsu & Science on [...]

  • Spring Tree Tour

    Newton Cemetery & Arboretum 791 Walnut St, Newton, MA, United States

    Take a Sunday Stroll through Historic Newton Cemetery & Arboretum. This winter was one for the record books. Welcome Spring with the Cemetery’s Arborists and a guided tour. See how the plantings in the arboretum, [...]

  • Newton Yacht Club Open House

    Newton Yacht Club 1 Nonantum Road, MA, United States

    Join us for Open House at the Newton Yacht Club, where you can explore the club’s facilities, meet members, and learn about our social events, and family-friendly activities. Whether you’re an experienced boater or simply [...]

    Free
  • Newton House Tour

    Durant-Kenrick House and Grounds 286 Waverley Avenue, Newton, MA, United States

    Newton House Tour Sunday, May 17 12:00 noon - 5:00 PM Advance Tickets: $40 Historic Newton members, $50 general All Day-Of Tickets: $55 Booklet and wristband pickup at Durant-Kenrick House and Grounds Welcome to Historic [...]

    $40 – $55
  • Variaciones: Music from Argentina and Brazil

    First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton 1326 Washington Street, West Newton, MA, United States

    Orchestra Without Borders, under the baton of Conductor and Artistic Director Luca Antonucci, will present Variaciones: Music from Argentina and Brazil on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at 7:30 PM at the First Unitarian Universalist Society [...]

    $15 – $30
  • West Newton Cinema Reads: Perrotta & Phillips

    West Newton Cinema 1296 Washington Street, West Newton, MA, United States

    West Newton Cinema Reads & Newtonville Books present: Tom Perrotta, author of The Leftovers, Little Children, and Election, and Pulitzer Prize-winning author Jayne Anne Phillips reading from, discussing, and signing copies of their new books, [...]

    $21
  • Newton Open Studios

    Discover Newton Through Art at Newton Open Studios 2026! Join 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 [...]

    Free
  • New Phil POPS: Family Favorites

    New Phil POPS: Family Favorites featuring teachers and choruses from Newton Public Schools plus soloists from Boston College Bring your teens, tweens, big kids, and littles for a fabulous afternoon of live music! Featuring songs [...]

    $10 – $20
  • The Monologue Project: Voices of the Blind, Deaf, and Physically Disabled

    The Cooper Center for Active Living 345 Walnut Street, Newton, MA, United States

    This event is co-sponsored by Understanding Our Differences and The City of Newton Commission on Disabilities. Sunday, May 31st at 4pm. ​ Join us at The Cooper Center for Active Living 345 Walnut Street, Newton [...]

    Free