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SUMMARY:Sun Prints at the Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join Green Newton and Newton Community Farm for an afternoon of creativity and discovery! \nKids will create their own one-of-a-kind sun print T-shirt using the power of sunlight\, then head out for a guided farm tour and learn how solar energy works. \nWhile the kids explore the farm\, parents and caregivers are invited to chat with Green Newton’s Energy Advocate about ways to make their homes more energy-efficient\, comfortable\, and climate-friendly. \nThe event will end with a fun round of solar trivia\, and families are welcome to stop by the Newton Community Farm stand on their way out to purchase fresh\, seasonal produce.
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/sun-prints-at-the-farm/
LOCATION:Newton Community Farm\, 303 Nahanton Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Community,Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Green Newton":MAILTO:judy@greennewton.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T123000
DTSTAMP:20260709T185600Z
CREATED:20260709T185600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T185600Z
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SUMMARY:Picnic & Play in the Park Event Series
DESCRIPTION:Newton families are invited to three hands-on sustainability activities this summer\, part of the City’s Picnic & Play in the Park series. The programs take place from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm on Wednesday\, July 15\, Thursday\, July 23\, and Thursday\, August 13 at Lincoln-Eliot School\, 150 Jackson Rd\, Newton. The events are sponsored by Green Newton and Newton Parks\, Recreation & Culture. \nThe series begins with Solar Oven S’mores on Wednesday\, July 15\, where children will build solar ovens and make s’mores using the sun’s energy. Families can enjoy also clean-energy games\, and parents can learn about home energy efficiency from Green Newton’s Energy Advocate. \nBright Ideas and LEGO® Bricks follows on Thursday\, July 23\, inviting children to create sustainability-inspired LEGO creations as parents explore clean energy solutions for their homes. \nThe series concludes with the Junk Jam and Upcycle Parade on Thursday\, August 13\, where families will transform recycled materials into costumes and instruments before celebrating with a colorful Sustainability Parade. \nAll events are free\, family-friendly\, and include a snack. We hope to see you there! Learn more at greennewton.org/events.
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/picnic-play-in-the-park-event-series/2026-07-23/
LOCATION:Lincoln-Eliot School\, 150 Jackson Rd\, Newton\, Lincoln-Eliot School\, 150 Jackson Rd\, Newton\, MA\, 02458\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Community,Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Green Newton":MAILTO:judy@greennewton.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T123000
DTSTAMP:20260709T185600Z
CREATED:20260709T185600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T185600Z
UID:10008843-1784111400-1784118600@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Picnic & Play in the Park Event Series
DESCRIPTION:Newton families are invited to three hands-on sustainability activities this summer\, part of the City’s Picnic & Play in the Park series. The programs take place from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm on Wednesday\, July 15\, Thursday\, July 23\, and Thursday\, August 13 at Lincoln-Eliot School\, 150 Jackson Rd\, Newton. The events are sponsored by Green Newton and Newton Parks\, Recreation & Culture. \nThe series begins with Solar Oven S’mores on Wednesday\, July 15\, where children will build solar ovens and make s’mores using the sun’s energy. Families can enjoy also clean-energy games\, and parents can learn about home energy efficiency from Green Newton’s Energy Advocate. \nBright Ideas and LEGO® Bricks follows on Thursday\, July 23\, inviting children to create sustainability-inspired LEGO creations as parents explore clean energy solutions for their homes. \nThe series concludes with the Junk Jam and Upcycle Parade on Thursday\, August 13\, where families will transform recycled materials into costumes and instruments before celebrating with a colorful Sustainability Parade. \nAll events are free\, family-friendly\, and include a snack. We hope to see you there! Learn more at greennewton.org/events.
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/picnic-play-in-the-park-event-series/2026-07-15/
LOCATION:Lincoln-Eliot School\, 150 Jackson Rd\, Newton\, Lincoln-Eliot School\, 150 Jackson Rd\, Newton\, MA\, 02458\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Community,Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Green Newton":MAILTO:judy@greennewton.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T193000
DTSTAMP:20260617T173832Z
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UID:10008827-1784052000-1784057400@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Walking Tour: Artists and Authors at Newton Cemetery
DESCRIPTION:Walking Tour: Artists and Authors at Newton Cemetery\nTuesday\, July 14 6:00 – 7:30pm\nNewton has been home to creative people throughout history\, and many are laid to rest\nin Newton Cemetery. During this new walking tour\, visit the final resting places of some\nof Newton’s famous artists and authors and see examples of their work. Learn about\ncelebrity photographer Louis Fabian Bachrach\, “My Country\, ‘Tis of Thee” writer Samuel\nFrancis Smith\, stained glass artist Charles Jay Connick\, and more.\nRegistration is required. Walking tours are $10 for Historic Newton members and $15\nfor non-members. Meeting location will be shared with registrants.
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/walking-tour-artists-and-authors-at-newton-cemetery/
LOCATION:Newton Cemetery & Arboretum\, 791 Walnut St\, Newton\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Historic Newton":MAILTO:info@historicnewton.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260707T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260707T200000
DTSTAMP:20260617T173644Z
CREATED:20260617T173644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T173644Z
UID:10008833-1783450800-1783454400@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Could Bugging Be the New Birding?  Tiny Creatures\, Big Discoveries!
DESCRIPTION:Discover the wonderful world of bugs that you can observe right in your own backyard! If you garden with native plants\, your yard is already hosting a vibrant\, miniature safari through bug-land. Finding and observing these small\, colorful creatures can be just as rewarding—and easy—as birdwatching! \nWith both birds and bugs on the decline\, see what you can do about it\, especially through native plant gardening. Learn some tips on how to use your smartphone as a tool for taking stunning\, detailed bug photos\, and apps like iNaturalist to help identify and easily log what you discover as part of a worldwide citizen science database. \nUnder the theme of “Buzz\, Crawl\, Flutter\, Wow!”\, attendees will be introduced to a fascinating cast of local characters\, including butterflies\, moths\, bees\, dragonflies\, ladybugs\, and spiders. Prepare to be amazed by the hidden\, dramatic spectacles playing out in the undergrowth: emerald bees packing copious amounts of pollen onto their legs\, clearwing moths that perfectly mimic hummingbirds\, tiny candy colored leafhoppers that shoot honeydew drops out their posterior\, carnivorous mantises stalking foraging bees\, and clever spiders masquerading as ants. The presentation will also feature an intimate look at the awe-inspiring lifecycle of monarch butterflies\, tracing their miraculous journey from a tiny egg to a winged marvel. \nOur guide for the evening is Ted Kuklinski\, an amateur bird and bug enthusiast who has been fascinated by the natural world since childhood. His focus shifted closer to home when his own front yard transitioned to milkweed and native plants\, revealing an unexpected explosion of life. A dedicated local conservationist\, Ted is a past president of the Newton Conservators\, steward of the Dolan Pond Conservation Area\, a board member of the Friends of Wellington Park\, and a key organizer of the popular Newton Monarch Festival and Newton Pollinator Garden Tour. \nThis free presentation is proudly cosponsored by the Newton Free Library\, the Newton Conservators\, Newton Parks\, Recreation & Culture\, and the Newton Community Pollinator Project. \nRegistration for this FREE event is encouraged\, and you’ll get a reminder if you sign up. Walk-ins are also welcome.
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/could-bugging-be-the-new-birding-tiny-creatures-big-discoveries/
LOCATION:Newton Free Library – Druker Auditorium\, 330 Homer Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Newton Conservators":MAILTO:info@newtonconservators.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T113000
DTSTAMP:20260624T144010Z
CREATED:20260624T144010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T144010Z
UID:10008834-1782813600-1782819000@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Senior Medicinal Wellness Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join herbalist Mo Katz-Christy for a slow meander through the fields of Newton Community Farm to learn how we can harvest local plants to use as medicine! We will explore weeds and cultivated plants\, trees and shrubs. \n$10 per person / Limited to 25 participants
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/senior-medicinal-wellness-walk/
LOCATION:Newton Community Farm\, 303 Nahanton Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Newton Community Farm":MAILTO:admin@newtoncommunityfarm.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T203000
DTSTAMP:20260513T154206Z
CREATED:20260513T154206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T154206Z
UID:10008778-1780599600-1780605000@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Webinar on "Nature for Newton: Learnings from Initial Restoration Efforts in Newton’s Central and Largest Park"
DESCRIPTION:Newton Conservators will host a webinar on “Nature for Newton: Learnings from Initial Restoration Efforts in Newton’s Central and Largest Park” (https://newtonconservators.org/events/webinar-nature-for-newton-learnings-from-initial-restoration-efforts-in-newtons-central-and-largest-park/) at 7:00 pm on Thursday\, June 4. Sign up: https://shorturl.at/k5BIx. \nClimate change can already feel overwhelming\, and now we have a biodiversity crisis\, too? Can local conservation in our own parks and yards make a real difference in protecting wildlife\, strengthening forest health\, slowing climate change\, and improving nature’s ability to adapt? Using Cold Spring Park restoration efforts as a case study\, we will highlight what we are learning from new and ongoing projects to restore native ecosystems and avoid catastrophic ecological tipping points. \nJoin us to learn why acting locally matters\, what’s working\, how you can apply this information in your own yard\, and how we can create a model for building community to ensure healthy and vibrant natural areas for our wildlife\, ourselves\, and future generations. \nThis webinar will feature three presenters: \n-Alan Nogee\, President\, Friends of Cold Spring Park and Newton Conservators Board Member \n-Zach Shein has worked for Parterre Ecological and the Arnold Arboretum and did much of the research for the Natural Resource and Biodiversity Management Plan \n-Dr. Jon Regosin\, former Deputy Director of Massachusetts Fish & Wildlife and Newton Conservators’ Board Member
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/webinar-on-nature-for-newton-learnings-from-initial-restoration-efforts-in-newtons-central-and-largest-park/
LOCATION:online\, Zoom\, Zoom\, MA\, Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Newton Conservators":MAILTO:info@newtonconservators.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T180000
DTSTAMP:20260521T234701Z
CREATED:20260521T234701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T234701Z
UID:10008784-1779958800-1780077600@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Plant Science 2026
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to invite to join the “World Congress on Plant Science\, Biotechnology & Sustainability”\, scheduled to take place from May 28-29\, 2026\, in Rome\, Italy. Focused on the theme “Innovating for a Greener Future: Research\, Technology & Sustainable Solutions for Planetary Health\,” this international congress will bring together experts\, researchers\, and emerging leaders committed to advancing sustainable innovations in plant sciences and global environmental stewardship. This event will serve as a premier platform for plant biologists\, biotechnologists\, agricultural scientists\, environmental specialists\, ecologists\, industry experts\, policymakers\, investors\, and students to engage in high-level scientific discussions and explore cutting-edge advancements shaping the future of agriculture and environmental sustainability.
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/plant-science-2026/
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T180000
DTSTAMP:20260429T171936Z
CREATED:20260429T171936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T171936Z
UID:10008759-1779033600-1779040800@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Middle School Civics Challenge
DESCRIPTION: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 be provided. \nWhen: Sunday\, May 17\, 2026\nWhere: Brown Middle School Cafeteria\, 125 Meadowbrook Road\nWho: Form teams of 2-4 people\, or sign up solo and be matched with others to form a team \nRegister here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1QNHMVUqbzG3a9f7qIBJ7xumFG20e808DumtFxMUdKQI/edit \nMore details here: https://lwvnewton.org/event/2026-middle-school-civics-challenge/
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/middle-school-civics-challenge/
LOCATION:Brown Middle School\, 125 Meadowbrook Road\, Newton Centre\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T154200Z
CREATED:20260513T154200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T154200Z
UID:10008780-1779012000-1779019200@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Spring Tree Tour
DESCRIPTION: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\, from small shrubs to giant trees faired over the winter and learn what is being done on the grounds to help them thrive! \nThe tour will take place rain or shine. Comfortable walking shoes\, water\, a camera\, and plenty of questions are recommended. The tour will last approximately 1.5-2 hours starting at the Cemetery’s Chapel parking lot. \nRegister in advance – space is limited!\nSuggested donation: $10
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/spring-tree-tour/
LOCATION:Newton Cemetery & Arboretum\, 791 Walnut St\, Newton\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T153000
DTSTAMP:20260429T172004Z
CREATED:20260429T172004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T172004Z
UID:10008754-1778940000-1778945400@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Free Self Defense Class & Demonstration
DESCRIPTION: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 Needham St.\, Newton Highlands will be sponsoring this event. All are welcome! \nIn this hands-on Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu workshop\, you’ll experience practical self-defense principles based on leverage\, balance\, and intelligent movement—not strength or athleticism. More importantly\, you’ll learn how to avoid dangerous situations and protect yourself if needed. \nNo experience required. Just show up ready to learn. \nWhat to bring:\n* Athletic clothing that allows free movement\n* Sneakers (no sandals)\n* A bottle of water \nCome train\, ask questions\, and see firsthand how effective self-defense really works.
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/free-self-defense-class-demonstration/
LOCATION:Hyde Community Center\, 90 Lincoln Street\, Newton Highlands\, MA\, 02460
CATEGORIES:Community,Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Newton Highlands Neighborhood Area Council":MAILTO:HighlandsAreaCouncil@newtonma.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T203000
DTSTAMP:20260422T200439Z
CREATED:20260422T200401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T200439Z
UID:10008745-1778785200-1778790600@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Newton Conservators' Webinar: Spotted Lanternfly: Impact\, current status\, and management optionsnar
DESCRIPTION:Elizabeth Barnes will present the latest information about the spotted lanternfly\, an invasive insect that feeds on over 100 plant species and is an agricultural and nuisance pest. In addition to killing grapes\, black walnut saplings\, and Ailanthus saplings\, they also are a major nuisance pest in yards\, parks\, and outdoor venues. This presentation will cover the issues they cause\, their current distribution\, and an overview of management options. \nElizabeth is the Forest Pest Outreach Coordinator with the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources and previously worked as the Exotic Forest Pest Educator at Purdue University. She received her doctorate in plant-insect interactions from the University of Denver\, where she studied tent caterpillars and fall webworms. \nSign up: https://shorturl.at/1fuFk
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/newton-conservators-webinar-spotted-lanternfly-impact-current-status-and-management-optionsnar/
LOCATION:online\, Zoom\, Zoom\, MA\, Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Newton Conservators":MAILTO:info@newtonconservators.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T194911Z
CREATED:20260422T194911Z
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UID:10008746-1778783400-1778788800@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Brush & Lens
DESCRIPTION: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 Belisle\, for a rare glimpse into their creative processes. All attendees will be entered to win one of two signed Peter Vanderwarker prints. Admission is free\, but registration is required.
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/brush-lens/
LOCATION:The Allen Center\, 35 Webster Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02465\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Education,Visual Arts
ORGANIZER;CN="Newton Cultural Alliance":MAILTO:contact@newtonculture.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T200717Z
CREATED:20260422T200717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T200717Z
UID:10008715-1778673600-1778677200@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Free Webinar: The Secret Chemistry of Hair Extensions
DESCRIPTION:A look at new research on harmful chemicals in synthetic hair extensions and what it reveals about the inequity of everyday beauty. This Science Café explores the health risks associated with this largely unregulated category of beauty products\, which disproportionately affect Black women. The discussion highlights the intersection of environmental health\, culture\, and personal care products\, and considers how science can inform safer choices and more health-protective policies. \nFeaturing: \nDr. Elissia Franklin\, Research Scientist\, Silent Spring Institute\nDr. Tamarra James-Todd\, Professor of Environmental Reproductive Epidemiology\, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health \nModerated by: \nDr. Beth Whelan\, Silent Spring board member and retired senior research epidemiologist at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/free-webinar-the-secret-chemistry-of-hair-extensions/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T153000
DTSTAMP:20260318T145400Z
CREATED:20260318T145400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T145400Z
UID:10008672-1777809600-1777822200@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Newton's Earth Day Festival
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Earth Day in Newton with a lively\, family-friendly festival full of music\, food\, and inspiring ways to live more sustainably! Join us May 3 from 12-3:30 at Zervas School and explore booths hosted by local businesses and nonprofits offering guidance on everything from going solar and choosing electric vehicles to home insulation\, composting\, gardening\, and more. Visit greennewton.org/earth-day-festival-2026 for detailed information. \nVisit the Conscious Closet and RePlay Corner\, where you can thrift clothing\, toys\, games\, and sports equipment while giving pre-loved items a second life. You can also bring items to donate and help keep great things in circulation within our community. \nGardeners and plant lovers won’t want to miss our Seed Swap\, where you can exchange seeds\, discover new varieties\, and connect with fellow gardeners. \nBe inspired at the eARTh Verse and Vision Gallery\, featuring artwork created by talented local youth celebrating our planet and imagining a more sustainable future. \nLittle ones will love the petting zoo\, face painting\, and engaging nature-themed activities\, making this Earth Day a memorable and educational experience for everyone!
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/newtons-earth-day-festival-3/
CATEGORIES:Children,Community,Education,Visual Arts
ORGANIZER;CN="Green Newton":MAILTO:judy@greennewton.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T210000
DTSTAMP:20260326T165653Z
CREATED:20260326T165653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T165653Z
UID:10008689-1777626000-1782853200@www.newtonbeacon.org
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T203000
DTSTAMP:20260415T162935Z
CREATED:20260415T162935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T162935Z
UID:10008727-1777575600-1777581000@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Forum—Planting Seeds of Hope: The Story of the Boston Food Forest Coalition
DESCRIPTION:Join Newton Community Farm as they welcome Orion Kriegman\, Executive Director of the Boston Food Forest Coalition (BFFC)\, to share the story of the creation and ongoing work of BFFC. Building on the Community Land Trust model\, BFFC has now established 14 food forest parks in Boston. These third spaces build community resilience\, engage democracy\, and strengthen civil society all while transforming vacant lots into edible public parks. \nCome be inspired by this story of building community resilience\, climate resilience\, and a city more prepared to adapt to climate change. \nThis event is free but registration is requested and space is limited. Register here: https://ncfarm.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/neonevents/events?path=%2Fportal%2Fevents%2F39496 \nThis forum is made possible thanks to The Bard Family Environmental Education Fund.
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/forum-planting-seeds-of-hope-the-story-of-the-boston-food-forest-coalition/
CATEGORIES:Education
ORGANIZER;CN="newton community farm":MAILTO:admin@newtoncommunityfarm.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T203000
DTSTAMP:20260326T165624Z
CREATED:20260326T165624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T165624Z
UID:10008685-1777575600-1777581000@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Newton Conservators' webinar: Bats 101
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Chris Richardson for his “Bats 101” presentation. After the basics on bats\, Dr.\nRichardson will dive into his current research applying the study of stress and energetic\ncost of immune function to understanding how bat physiology and ecology connect\nwith white-nose syndrome (WNS)\, a deadly disease killing bats. This will include his\nwork on how bat colonies are recovering from WNS. He will also present his research\nproject on the diversity and activity of bat species in urban ecosystems. \nChris Richardson is an adjunct assistant research professor at Boston University and\nBiology Instructor at Tufts University. He is also a major collaborator at the Mt. Auburn\nCemetery Urban Ecology Research and Education Project. \nhttps://shorturl.at/XQDD1
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/newton-conservators-webinar-bats-101/
LOCATION:online\, Zoom\, Zoom\, MA\, Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Newton Conservators":MAILTO:info@newtonconservators.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T160000
DTSTAMP:20260402T164922Z
CREATED:20260402T164922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T164922Z
UID:10008694-1776506400-1776528000@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Newton Fix-It Clinic returns\, Sat. April 18!
DESCRIPTION:BROKE IT? FIX IT!\nWe’ll show you how!\nFix-It Clinic\nNewton Free Library\, 330 Homer St.\nSaturday\, April 18 10a-4p \nFix-It Clinics empower Newton residents to fix for themselves\, and are totally no-cost! Bring in a broken household item and a Repair Coach will help guide you through diagnosing and repair. \nReserve a time slot based on the category of broken item. Walk-in repairs as time permits. Categories will include small appliance & electronics\, sewing and textiles\, lamp repair and rewiring\, jewelry\, computers\, gluing\,  musical instruments\, and more! \nFix-It Clinics are run by the Newton Recycling Committee\, with the Newton Free Library\, the Newton DPW Sustainable Materials Management Division\, and funds from a MassDEP grant. \nSign up for a repair appointment: https://tinyurl.com/FixItApril2026repair\nTo help out by volunteering\, sign up here: https://tinyurl.com/FixItApril2026volunteer
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/newton-fix-it-clinic-returns-sat-april-18/
LOCATION:Newton Free Library – Druker Auditorium\, 330 Homer Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T210000
DTSTAMP:20260326T170218Z
CREATED:20260326T170218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T170218Z
UID:10008674-1774684800-1775509200@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Win at Oak Hill Middle School's FIRST Online Auction!
DESCRIPTION:Ready? Set? BID! Support a local Newton school by participating in Oak Hill Middle School’s FIRST Zervas PTO Online Auction: www.32auctions.com/oakoill \nHelp make this one of the PTO’s largest fundraisers of the year. Any bid helps! \nNearly 130 items to choose from\, including sporting events\, fitness clubs\, spas\, restaurants\, summer camps\, shops\, and activities for the entire family. \nPlease visit and bid: www.32auctions.com/oakhill\nThank you\, and good luck with your bids! \nThe Oak Hill Middle School Parent Teacher Association (PTO) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization with a mission to enhance our children’s educational experience through community building\, family support\, volunteer work\, fundraising\, and parental involvement. Our goal is to build a strong community that fosters the support and participation of all of our enrolled families.
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/win-at-oak-hill-middle-schools-first-online-auction/
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T213000
DTSTAMP:20260312T160817Z
CREATED:20260312T160817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T160817Z
UID:10008660-1774524600-1774647000@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Dining for Dollars: Support NECP and eat at Aji Restaurant
DESCRIPTION:Help us bring student enrichment activities like a petting zoo to Newton’s only public preschool! \nMention NECP when ordering in-person or online at Aji Restaurant in Newtonville Wed Mar 25th and Thu Mar 26th and 15% of your order will be donated to NECP. \nJoin our Facebook event to confirm your attendance: https://www.facebook.com/events/1259414599713284 \nThank you for your support!
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/dining-for-dollars-support-necp-and-eat-at-aji-restaurant/
CATEGORIES:Education,Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T200000
DTSTAMP:20260107T154238Z
CREATED:20260107T154238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T154238Z
UID:10008565-1773342000-1773345600@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Newton History Series: The Origins and Transformations of Chinese Communities in Boston
DESCRIPTION:When did Chinese migration to Boston begin? How did Boston’s Chinatown take shape\, and what is its current status? This talk traces the origins of the Chinese presence in the region and examines their experiences from the early years of the United States\, through the Chinese Exclusion Era (1882–1943)\, to the recent decades that have witnessed the community’s significant growth across Greater Boston\, as well as the many challenges it continues to face. \nAbout the speaker: Lisong Liu is professor of history at Massachusetts College of Art and Design. His teaching and research interests focus on Chinese migration\, Asian American history\, U.S.-China relations\, and world history. His monograph on Chinese student and professional migration was published in 2015 as part of Routledge’s “Chinese Worlds” series. His current book project is about the history of Chinese immigrants in Boston. He is an associate in research at the Harvard Fairbank Center for Chinese Studies and also a member of the International Advisory Committee at the Chinese Heritage Center at Nanyang Technological University\, Singapore. \nThis program is part of the Newton History Series\, co-sponsored by Historic Newton and the Newton Free Library. \nRegistration is encouraged\, and you’ll get a reminder if you sign up. Walk-ins are also welcome.
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/newton-history-series-the-origins-and-transformations-of-chinese-communities-in-boston/
LOCATION:Newton Free Library – Druker Auditorium\, 330 Homer Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Historic Newton":MAILTO:info@historicnewton.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260227
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260228
DTSTAMP:20260226T163642Z
CREATED:20260226T163642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T163642Z
UID:10008641-1772150400-1772236799@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:SHINE mural project
DESCRIPTION:SHINE Mural project for Newton middle and high school artists \nNewton Community Events & Programs (formerly Newton Cultural Development) is once again offering student artists a chance to “shine” through our SHINE mural project. The full details are on our website here\, and here are the important bullet points: \n– Artists paint a 6’x3′ plywood panel that is later placed at a highly visible outdoor location in Newton\n– They are professional public artists on this project\, earning a stipend of $200 (to include their purchase of paint supplies)\n– The murals must represent their interpretation of the theme: America at 250\n– The link to apply is here and the deadline to apply is this Friday\, February 27 (samples needed by the following Friday) \nThe students who have participated in this project the last three years have offered very different perspectives on our SHINE theme\, all of them well thought out and wonderfully executed. The students gain great experience planning and implementing a public art project and working on schedule.
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/shine-mural-project/
CATEGORIES:Children,Community,Education,Visual Arts
ORGANIZER;CN="Newton Cultural Development":MAILTO:culture@newtonma.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T200000
DTSTAMP:20260107T154254Z
CREATED:20260107T154254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T154254Z
UID:10008564-1772046000-1772049600@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Newton History Series: The Troubled History of Race and Public Education in Massachusetts
DESCRIPTION:Many of us learn about school desegregation in the context of the mid-twentieth-century South: Brown v. Board of Education\, Ruby Bridges\, and the Little Rock Nine. Yet a century before that\, young Black women in Massachusetts led the fight for equal school rights—the right of all to a quality education on an equal basis. This lecture examines the lives of young Black women whose activism reshaped public education in the Bay State. Exploring this history is vital\, not only to spotlight the long struggle for Black educational justice\, but also to remind us of our collective obligation to democratize public schools today. \nAbout the speaker: Kabria Baumgartner is an award-winning historian who has worked with numerous historical organizations. In 2021\, she co-founded the award-winning Newburyport Black History Initiative (NBHI)\, an organization that highlights and incorporates Black history into the public landscape in downtown Newburyport. In 2019\, she published her first academic book\, In Pursuit of Knowledge: Black Women and Educational Activism in Antebellum America\, which tells the story of young Black women who fought to democratize public education in the nineteenth-century North. She is Dean’s Associate Professor of History and Africana Studies at Northeastern University. \nThis program is part of the Newton History Series\, co-sponsored by Historic Newton and the Newton Free Library. \nRegistration is encouraged\, and you’ll get a reminder if you sign up. Walk-ins are also welcome.
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/newton-history-series-the-troubled-history-of-race-and-public-education-in-massachusetts/
LOCATION:Newton Free Library – Druker Auditorium\, 330 Homer Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Historic Newton":MAILTO:info@historicnewton.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T160000
DTSTAMP:20260211T160853Z
CREATED:20260211T160853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T160853Z
UID:10008604-1771317000-1771689600@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:February Vacation with NCE
DESCRIPTION:No school? No problem! Newton Community Education’s February vacation programs offer flexible morning\, afternoon\, and full-day options to keep kids active\, creative\, and learning all break long. Enjoy hands-on STEAM\, art\, and sports this break!
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/february-vacation-with-nce/
CATEGORIES:Children,Community,Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Newton Community Education":MAILTO:nce-staff@newton.k12.ma.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260208T131500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260208T160000
DTSTAMP:20260128T161512Z
CREATED:20260128T161512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T161512Z
UID:10008600-1770556500-1770566400@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Newton Fix-It returns Sunday\, 2/8!
DESCRIPTION:BROKE IT? FIX IT!\nWe’ll show you how!\nFix-It Clinic
Newton Free Library\, 330 Homer St.\nSunday\, February 8\, 1:15 pm – 4pm

Fix-It \nClinics empower Newton residents to fix for themselves\, and are totally no-cost! Bring in a broken household item and a Repair Coach will help guide you through diagnosing and repair.
 
Reserve a time slot based on the category of broken item. Walk-in repairs as time permits. Categories will include small appliance & electronics\, sewing and textiles\, lamp repair and rewiring\, jewelry\, computers\, gluing\,  musical instruments\, and more! \nFix-It Clinics are run by the Newton Recycling Committee\, with the Newton Free Library\, the Newton DPW Sustainable Materials Management Division\, and funds from a MassDEP grant. \nSign up for a repair appointment: https://tinyurl.com/FixitFeb2026repair\nTo help out by volunteering\, sign up: https://tinyurl.com/FixitFeb2026helpout
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/newton-fix-it-returns-sunday-2-8/
LOCATION:Newton Free Library\, 330 Homer Street\, Newton Centre MA\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T180000
DTSTAMP:20260107T153436Z
CREATED:20260107T153436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T153436Z
UID:10008568-1769617800-1769623200@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Family Access Early Learning Center Open House
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free open house to learn more about our nurturing community for young learners (3 months – 5 years). Explore our brightly-lit classrooms\, library\, art room\, indoor gym and outdoor play spaces. Meet our staff and other families.
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/family-access-early-learning-center-open-house/
CATEGORIES:Children,Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T213000
DTSTAMP:20251231T150649Z
CREATED:20251231T150649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251231T150649Z
UID:10008552-1769542200-1769722200@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Holocaust Remembrance Day. Exhibition and Film Screening.
DESCRIPTION:Screening of the documentary film The Lost Brothers\, Israel.\nAn exhibition of graphic art\, photographs\, and wood inlay work.\nArtworks by Alexander Gassel\, Andrey Gagarin\, and Mikhail Faktorovich. \nArt About the Holocaust \nAlexander Gassel is a Russian-American artist and designer. Blending the avant-garde with traditional Russian iconography and combining ancient symbols with contemporary subjects\, Gassel creates surrealist works that reflect his cultural heritage alongside his experience of life in America. \nAlexander Gassel uses ancient techniques employed in the creation of icon paintings. He paints with egg yolk tempera\, making his own color pigments by grinding natural stones and minerals\, such as malachite\, cinnabar\, or lapis into powder\, which he then mixes with egg yolk. The artist often applies gold or silver leaf on the paintings. Blending the avant-garde with traditional Russian iconography\, combining ancient symbols with contemporary subjects\, Gassel creates surrealist works that reflect his cultural heritage alongside his experience of life in America. \nLearn more about Alexander Gassel and his works at https://alexandergassel.com \nAndrey Gagarin \nI am a 74-year-old psychiatrist with no formal photographic education\, but I have been making photographs since the age of twelve. My work arises from observation rather than instruction — from standing still\, listening\, and looking carefully at the world in front of me. \nThe image of Birkenau was taken six years ago using infrared optics. I chose infrared not for effect\, but because it reveals what ordinary sight cannot: the quiet trace of time\, the way memory lingers in light long after people have disappeared. For me\, this photograph is not a document of a place\, but an encounter with history — a way of seeing underlying presence and absence at the same moment. \nPhotography\, like psychiatry\, is an act of attention. It asks you to stay\, to witness\, and to hold what is often difficult to hold. This is what I try to do with my images. \nMichael Farro (Mikhail Faktorovich) — Marquetry \nhttps://michaelfarro.art \nMichael Farro was born in Bobruisk\, Belarus. He studied at MIIT in Moscow and earned a Ph.D. in Economics. Michael works as a computer programmer and has taught computer science at Boston University. In parallel with his technical career\, he pursues marquetry — creating narrative wood veneer panels that explore memory\, history\, and human experience. He lives in Massachusetts with his wife.
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/holocaust-remembrance-day-exhibition-and-film-screening/
LOCATION:Community Hub\, 1320 Centre St\, Newton Centre\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Education,Fundraiser,Visual Arts
ORGANIZER;CN="Center Makor":MAILTO:info@centermakor.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T210000
DTSTAMP:20260107T154605Z
CREATED:20260107T154605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T154605Z
UID:10008562-1769540400-1769547600@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Among Neighbors
DESCRIPTION:2026 Special Event DCP with Filmmaker Q&A intended for screenings on or around International Holocaust Remembrance Day | January 27\, 2026 \nABOUT THE SPECIAL EVENT\nThe Special Event Q&A includes a brief pre-recorded introduction by filmmaker Yoav Potash\, and an in-depth post-film Q&A compilation that reveals the fascinating making-of stories –– as well as the ongoing controversy –– behind this critically-acclaimed film. The Q&A compilation was filmed live at sold-out screenings in New York\, Los Angeles\, and the San Francisco Bay Area\, lending a special event feel to the content. \nFILM SYNOPSIS\nUsing beautiful hand-drawn animation to bring the past to life\, “Among Neighbors” investigates the story of a small\, rural town where the longstanding peace between Jewish and Polish neighbors was shattered by World War II. Now\, in an era where difficult truths about the past are being silenced for political gain\, the film focuses on the only living Holocaust survivor from the town\, and an aging eyewitness who saw Jews murdered there – six months after the Nazis were defeated. Produced and directed by award-winning filmmaker Yoav Potash (“Crime After Crime\,” Sundance Film Festival)\, “Among Neighbors” is an evocative and heart-pounding murder mystery with urgent political relevance.
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/among-neighbors/
LOCATION:West Newton Cinema\, 1296 Washington Street\, West Newton\, MA\, 02465\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Education
ORGANIZER;CN="West Newton Cinema Foundation":MAILTO:kbrown@mit.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T150000
DTSTAMP:20260114T152357Z
CREATED:20260114T152357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T152357Z
UID:10008582-1769247000-1769266800@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:The Friends Big Book Sale Event
DESCRIPTION:It’s Back! The Beloved Annual Book Sale Returns \nSaturday January 24\, 2026\n9:30AM – 3PM\nDruker Auditorium\, Newton Free Library \nGet ready\, book lovers—one of our most anticipated events of the year is officially back! The book sale is back and better than ever\, featuring a hand-picked selection of only the best books. From newly published titles hot off the press to beautiful\, high-quality reads perfect for gifting\, you’ll find something special on every table. \nWhether you’re hunting for your next great read\, searching for that perfect puzzle for your favorite puzzle master\, or simply love the thrill of discovering literary treasures\, this is one event you won’t want to miss. \nMark your calendar – great stories await! \nTo learn more\, please visit our website: https://www.friendsofthenewtonfreelibrary.org/
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/the-friends-big-book-sale-event/
LOCATION:Newton Free Library – Druker Auditorium\, 330 Homer Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Community,Education,Fundraiser
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