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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:20260624T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T200000
DTSTAMP:20260617T173839Z
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SUMMARY:Grace Church Summer Barbecue
DESCRIPTION:All are warmly invited to attend the Grace Church Summer Barbecue on Wednesday\, June 24\, from 6:00-8:00pm! Located in the backyard\, enjoy an evening of conversation and community over burgers\, veggie burgers\, and hotdogs. Donations of salads\, sides\, desserts and additional drinks are welcome (water provided). We hope you’ll join us. (In the event of rain\, we will gather in the Small Hall.) \nWherever you are on your spiritual journey\, you are welcome here. \nGrace Episcopal Church\, 76 Eldredge Street\, Newton Corner | 617-244-3221 | office@gracenewton.org
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/grace-church-summer-barbecue/
LOCATION:Grace Episcopal Church\, 76 Eldredge Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02458\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T183000
DTSTAMP:20260624T143858Z
CREATED:20260624T143858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T143858Z
UID:10008836-1782318600-1782325800@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:&Gallery Reception
DESCRIPTION:Reception to celebrate our pop-up gallery!\nLight snacks provided. \nHandmade art.\nCreated right here in\nNewton. & gallery is run by the local artist members of Shepherd & Maudsleigh\nStudio (located on 27 Dunstan St.) \nThank you to City of Newton Economic Development’s Activate Vacant Storefronts Initiative
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/gallery-reception/
CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T180000
DTSTAMP:20260617T173725Z
CREATED:20260617T173725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T173725Z
UID:10008830-1782221400-1782237600@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Native Plant Sales at Farmers Market Opening Days
DESCRIPTION:There will be native plant vendors at the opening day of both weekly Newton Farmers Markets this year. Bold Meadows will be attending the Newton North High School Farmers Market on Saturday\, June 20th\, 9:30 am-12:30 pm. Red Trillium Gardens and Hilltop Natives will be at the Cold Spring Park Market on Tuesday\, June 23rd from 1:30-6 pm. Now is still a great time to plant to support our native bees\, butterflies\, and birds with the indigenous plants they need!
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/native-plant-sales-at-farmers-market-opening-days/2026-06-23/
LOCATION:Cold Spring Park\, Beacon Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
ORGANIZER;CN="Newton Community Pollinator Project":MAILTO:friendsofcoldspringpark@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T123000
DTSTAMP:20260617T173725Z
CREATED:20260617T173725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T173725Z
UID:10008829-1781947800-1781958600@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Native Plant Sales at Farmers Market Opening Days
DESCRIPTION:There will be native plant vendors at the opening day of both weekly Newton Farmers Markets this year. Bold Meadows will be attending the Newton North High School Farmers Market on Saturday\, June 20th\, 9:30 am-12:30 pm. Red Trillium Gardens and Hilltop Natives will be at the Cold Spring Park Market on Tuesday\, June 23rd from 1:30-6 pm. Now is still a great time to plant to support our native bees\, butterflies\, and birds with the indigenous plants they need!
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/native-plant-sales-at-farmers-market-opening-days/2026-06-20/2/
LOCATION:Cold Spring Park\, Beacon Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
ORGANIZER;CN="Newton Community Pollinator Project":MAILTO:friendsofcoldspringpark@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T170000
DTSTAMP:20260617T173725Z
CREATED:20260617T173725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T173725Z
UID:10008828-1781942400-1781974800@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Native Plant Sales at Farmers Market Opening Days
DESCRIPTION:There will be native plant vendors at the opening day of both weekly Newton Farmers Markets this year. Bold Meadows will be attending the Newton North High School Farmers Market on Saturday\, June 20th\, 9:30 am-12:30 pm. Red Trillium Gardens and Hilltop Natives will be at the Cold Spring Park Market on Tuesday\, June 23rd from 1:30-6 pm. Now is still a great time to plant to support our native bees\, butterflies\, and birds with the indigenous plants they need!
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/native-plant-sales-at-farmers-market-opening-days/2026-06-20/1/
LOCATION:Cold Spring Park\, Beacon Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
ORGANIZER;CN="Newton Community Pollinator Project":MAILTO:friendsofcoldspringpark@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T210000
DTSTAMP:20260610T151213Z
CREATED:20260610T151213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T151213Z
UID:10008822-1781897400-1781902800@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:21st Annual Concert to Benefit the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Through the Pan-Mass Challenge
DESCRIPTION:The Allen Center presents the 21st Annual Pan-Mass Challenge Benefit Concert\, raising funds for the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. Newton Cultural Alliance board member Sayuri Miyamoto (piano) and her husband\, Joel Bard (oboe)\, will be joined by friends from the Boston and Atlanta Symphony Orchestras and the Lydian String Quartet. The program features music by Grażyna Bacewicz\, André Previn\, and Brahms. Register with a $35 donation.
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/21st-annual-concert-to-benefit-the-dana-farber-cancer-institute-through-the-pan-mass-challenge/
LOCATION:The Allen Center\, 35 Webster Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02465\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T123000
DTSTAMP:20260528T153133Z
CREATED:20260528T153133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T153133Z
UID:10008810-1781865000-1781872200@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Patriots Clinic Juneteenth Scholarship Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Join the Patriots’ rookie squad for a Juneteenth community non-contact football clinic focused on skills\, drills\, and teamwork. The professional athletes will lead participants through an on-field training experience designed to build fundamentals in a fun\, high-energy environment. Participants will be grouped by grade level\, and the clinic will conclude with time for photos and autographs. \nThis event serves as the kickoff to Newton’s Juneteenth celebration and supports scholarship opportunities through Newton Community Education (NCE) and the Newton Youth Success Collaborative (NYSC)\, helping expand access to educational and enrichment programs for local youth. \nStay for soccer and basketball clinics 1-3:00 at NNHS and then head to the Juneteenth celebration at the Hyde Community Center beginning at 3:00 PM. Together we commemorate the emancipation of enslaved African Americans\, specifically marking the day when enslaved people in Galveston TX finally received word of their freedom.
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/patriots-clinic-juneteenth-scholarship-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Newton North High School\, 457 Walnut St\, Newton\, MA\, 02460\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Community,Fundraiser
ORGANIZER;CN="Newton Community Education":MAILTO:nce-staff@newton.k12.ma.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T150000
DTSTAMP:20260610T151401Z
CREATED:20260610T151401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T151401Z
UID:10008821-1781859600-1781881200@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:SERVICE STARS JUNETEENTH DAY AT NEWTON NORTH
DESCRIPTION:9A-3P WITH LEMONADE\, COOKIES AND ICE CREAM FUNDRAISER FOR FUSION DOLLS. KIDS AGE 6-12.
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/service-stars-juneteenth-day-at-newton-north/
LOCATION:Newton North High School\, 457 Walnut St\, Newton\, MA\, 02460\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T200000
DTSTAMP:20260528T153337Z
CREATED:20260528T153337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T153337Z
UID:10008805-1781807400-1781812800@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Artist Talk: The Memory Quilt
DESCRIPTION:Join Newton Cemetery & Arboretum’s 2025-26 Artist-in-Residence Kasey Kaufman for a talk on her Memory Quilt Project\, an evolving series of mixed-media works composed of intimate “memory tiles” built from fragments—images of nature\, place\, objects\, handwriting\, and absence—layered together the way memory itself is formed: imperfectly\, emotionally\, and over time. \nInspired by the cemetery’s history and landscape—and by stories shared by families remembering loved ones buried there—the work reflects themes of grief\, connection\, love\, and remembrance\, and considers what remains after loss. Kasey will share images from the project\, discuss her process and research\, and reflect on how personal and collective memory shape the pieces. \nBefore becoming a full-time artist\, Kaufman spent more than two decades as an award-winning television journalist at WBZ-TV. She now explores storytelling through paint\, texture\, and collage\, exhibits throughout the East Coast\, and is a member of the Copley Society of Art. \nParking is available in the parking lot next to the chapel.\nRegister in advance ~ Space is limited.\nDonations gratefully accepted! Suggested donation: $15
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/artist-talk-the-memory-quilt/
LOCATION:Newton Cemetery & Arboretum\, 791 Walnut St\, Newton\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Visual Arts
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends":MAILTO:fonc@newcemcorp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T193000
DTSTAMP:20260610T151408Z
CREATED:20260610T151408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T151408Z
UID:10008819-1781803800-1781811000@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Creative Process 2026 Opening Reception
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an opening reception as New Art Center proudly presents Creative Process\, a community-wide exhibition celebrating artistic growth\, learning\, and discovery. \nFeaturing artwork created between September 2024 and June 2026\, the exhibition showcases the diverse voices and evolving talents of New Art students and faculty.\nThe exhibition includes work by children\, teens\, adults\, and teaching artists across a variety of mediums\, including painting\, pastels\, mixed media\, and more. \nFrom early explorations to refined pieces\, each work reflects experimentation\, dedication\, and the shared spirit of creativity that defines New Art!
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/creative-process-2026-opening-reception/
LOCATION:The New Art Corridor (Trio)\, 245 Walnut St\, Newton\, MA\, 02460\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
ORGANIZER;CN="New Art Center":MAILTO:info@newartcenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T143000
DTSTAMP:20260604T195107Z
CREATED:20260604T195107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T195107Z
UID:10008812-1781442000-1781447400@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Mellen Bray and the Union Street Historic District: A Newton Centre Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Mellen Bray and the Union Street Historic District: A Newton Centre Walking Tour\nSunday\, June 14 1:00 – 2:30pm\nConstruction of the new train station in Newton Centre in 1890 inspired local resident\nMellen Bray to commission construction of a commercial block that transformed this\nonce quiet village. In addition to retail on the ground floor\, Bray’s building included\nindoor tennis courts\, a bowling alley and a grand hall that became a focal point for\nsocial life in Newton Centre. Who was Mellen Bray and where can we see his impact in\nNewton Centre today? Explore the Union Street Historic District and learn about this\nremarkable inventor\, real estate investor and philanthropist who welcomed the new\ncentury with vision and enterprise. This tour will be led by local history buff Tori\nZissman.\nRegistration is required. Walking tours are $10 for Historic Newton members and $15\nfor non-members. Meeting location will be shared with registrants. Register at\nhttps://events.humanitix.com/mellen-bray-walking-tour.
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/mellen-bray-and-the-union-street-historic-district-a-newton-centre-walking-tour/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T113000
DTSTAMP:20260604T195102Z
CREATED:20260604T195102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T195102Z
UID:10008813-1781427600-1781436600@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Newton-Needham PMC Kids Ride
DESCRIPTION:The PMC Kids Ride is bike-a-thon that allows kids to raise money for pediatric cancer research and care at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and the Jimmy Fund. Join us on Sunday\, June 14th for the ride and stay for the after-party\, including a bouncy house\, raffle and food!
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/newton-needham-pmc-kids-ride-2/
LOCATION:89 A St. #100\, Needham\, MA 02494\, 89 A St. #100\, Needham\, MA\, 02494\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Community,Fundraiser
ORGANIZER;CN="PMC Kids Rides":MAILTO:robertmoruzzi@verizon.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T210000
DTSTAMP:20260604T194636Z
CREATED:20260604T194636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T194636Z
UID:10008816-1781379000-1781384400@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Music at The Allen Center Presents "In an Instant" Sheffield Chamber Players
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to a beautiful evening of chamber music at The Allen Center with Sheffield Chamber Players featuring Jessie Montgomery’s infectious Strum\, the world premiere of This Is It\, part 3\, a major new work by Reena Esmail\, and Schubert’s beloved Death and the Maiden. Tickets are $45 and can be purchased online and at the door.
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/music-at-the-allen-center-presents-in-an-instant-sheffield-chamber-players/
LOCATION:The Allen Center\, 35 Webster Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02465\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
ORGANIZER;CN="sheffield chamber players":MAILTO:info@sheffieldchamberplayers.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T120000
DTSTAMP:20260506T141231Z
CREATED:20260506T141231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T141231Z
UID:10008767-1781344800-1781352000@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Plant Swap
DESCRIPTION:Plant Swap\nSaturday\, June 13\, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM\nDurant-Kenrick House and Grounds\nFree \nJoin in a delightful morning of greenery exchange at this year’s Plant Swap! Bring plants\, seeds\, or garden supplies to trade with fellow plant enthusiasts. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting your plant journey\, come mingle\, share tips\, and expand your indoor or outdoor garden collection in a lively and green atmosphere! \nLearn more at: https://www.newtonma.gov/government/historic-newton/events/plant-swap
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/plant-swap/
LOCATION:Durant-Kenrick House and Grounds\, 286 Waverley Avenue\, Newton\, MA\, 02458\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
ORGANIZER;CN="Historic Newton":MAILTO:info@historicnewton.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T210000
DTSTAMP:20260521T234708Z
CREATED:20260521T234708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T234708Z
UID:10008783-1781292600-1781298000@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Ecumenical Worship Night
DESCRIPTION:An evening of live contemporary Christian music–praise and worship songs to sing along with.
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/ecumenical-worship-night/
CATEGORIES:Community,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T203000
DTSTAMP:20260528T153329Z
CREATED:20260528T153329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T153329Z
UID:10008807-1781204400-1781209800@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Bobby Joe Valentine Concert
DESCRIPTION:Bobby Jo Valentine’s music exists outside the lines of any genre\, but the music’s thoughtful\, spirit focused lyrics and catchy melodies reach listeners across all walks of life. The poetic nature and spiritual focus of his stories and songs has resulted in notable awards and a growing\, loyal following around the country. He’s found a voice with original\, hopeful songs about the gentle everyday spiritual awakenings of an openhearted life. \nThis concert has a suggested donation of $10. There is free parking on site.
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/bobby-joe-valentine-concert/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church in Newton\, 848 Beacon Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02459\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="First Baptist Church":MAILTO:info@fbcnewton.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T193000
DTSTAMP:20260610T151202Z
CREATED:20260610T151202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T151202Z
UID:10008823-1781202600-1781206200@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Earn the U.S. Congressional Award Through Community Service with BranchOut!
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn how students can pursue the U.S. Congressional Award through meaningful community service and leadership opportunities this summer.\nThe Lexington Chapter of BranchOut! will host an informational workshop introducing the U.S. Congressional Award program and volunteer opportunities available through BranchOut!. The session will also cover summer engagement opportunities and leadership pathways for middle and high school students.\nAbout BranchOut!\nBranchOut! is a youth-led multicultural STEAM education and community outreach organization dedicated to fostering civic engagement\, cultural understanding\, and youth empowerment through service and STEM initiatives.\nFounded in 2015 as a peer-mentoring program serving underserved youth\, BranchOut! has grown into a nationwide network of more than 600 volunteers from over 40 high schools across Boston\, Virginia\, Maryland\, Washington DC\, New York\, California\, and Iowa.\nBranchOut! has received recognition from numerous national and state leaders\, including endorsements from U.S. Senators and Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey\, Massachusetts State Auditor Diana DiZoglio\, and others.\nStudents are invited to explore opportunities to:\n• Earn volunteer service hours\n• Pursue the U.S. Congressional Award\n• Develop leadership skills\n• Engage in meaningful community impact projects\n• Join a growing network of student leaders\nWe welcome middle and high school students and their families to learn more about how BranchOut! can help students make a meaningful impact while building skills for future academic and professional success.\nPlease register the event through the link: https://forms.gle/BUBzfxUCY9m8f1Bf8
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/earn-the-u-s-congressional-award-through-community-service-with-branchout/
LOCATION:Newton Free Library\, 330 Homer Street\, Newton Centre MA\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
ORGANIZER;CN="BranchOut!":MAILTO:rwang@velbranchout.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T193000
DTSTAMP:20260604T194631Z
CREATED:20260604T194631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T194631Z
UID:10008817-1781029800-1781033400@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Workshop: Build your own self-watering veggie planter!
DESCRIPTION:At Fulfilled Goods\, we are all about reusing and repurposing existing materials vs. tossing them in a landfill. Many of the products we stock in our refillery come to us in 5 gallon buckets. We usually send the empties back to our closed-loop partners to clean and reuse. But when we heard about global buckets – a self-watering planter made from 5 gallon buckets – we were so excited by the idea that we wanted to try it out! \nJoin us and Farmer Tim (our CSA partner*) as he demonstrates how to build a global bucket. We’ll provide all the supplies you need including composted soil courtesy of Black Earth Composting. Farmer Tim will be bringing a variety of tomato\, pepper and eggplant plants from his greenhouse for you to choose from. So you’ll go home with your own self-watering planter ready to go! (or rather\, ready to GROW! ) \nDate and Time: Tuesday June 9\, 6:30pm\nWorkshop cost: $35
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/workshop-build-your-own-self-watering-veggie-planter/
LOCATION:1280 centre street\, 1280 Centre Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
ORGANIZER;CN="Fulfilled Goods":MAILTO:hello@fulfilledgoods.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T160000
DTSTAMP:20260528T154030Z
CREATED:20260528T154030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T154030Z
UID:10008794-1780844400-1780848000@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Chamber Music for Your Cause - Celebrating Understanding Our Differences
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special chamber music concert celebrating Understanding Our Differences featuring an outstanding lineup of musicians and vocalists: \nCholong Park\, Piano\nLing-Fei Kang\, Oboe\nNicholas Southwick\, Flute\nPaulette Bowes\, Clarinet\nLindey Wiehl\, Bassoon\nDennis Alves\, Vocalist\nPatrick Devlin\, Vocalist\nPatrick Alves\, Clarinet\nRita Moerschel\, Piano\nRose Moerschel\, Violin \nThe program will feature music by Louise Farrenc and Umoja by Valerie Coleman\, with additional repertoire to be announced. \nSuggested donation $25 per attendee\, all donations appreciated and go directly to Understanding Our Differences.
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/chamber-music-for-your-cause-celebrating-understanding-our-differences/
LOCATION:Allen Center for the Arts\, 35 Webster Street\, West Newton\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T160000
DTSTAMP:20260528T153819Z
CREATED:20260528T153819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T153819Z
UID:10008798-1780844400-1780848000@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Fundraising Event to Benefit "Understanding Our Differences"
DESCRIPTION:Chamber Music For Your Cause presents a concert to benefit the Newton non-profit organization\, “Understanding Our Differrences” at the Nathaniel Topliff Allen House in West Newton at 3:00pm on Sunday afternoon\, June 7\, 2026. The performance will feature CMFYC founder and clarinetist Paulette Bowes\, with Lindey Wiehl\, bassoon\, Patrick Alves\, clarinet\, Nicholas Southwick\, flute\, Justin Stanley\, horn\, Ling-Feng Kang\, oboe\, Rita Moerschel and Cholong Park\, piano\, Rose Moerschel\, violin\, and Dennis Alves and Patrick Devlin\, vocalists. The program will feature music by Louise Farrenc\, Valerie Colemean\, Darius Milhaud\, Alan Menken\, and more. Tickets can be purchased at https://www.chambermusicforyourcause.com/upcomingevents (click on”RSVP) or at the door. Suggested ticket price is $25.
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/fundraising-event-to-benefit-understanding-our-differences/
LOCATION:Allen Center for the Arts\, 35 Webster Street\, West Newton\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Music
ORGANIZER;CN="Chamber Music For Your Cause":MAILTO:chambermusicforyourcause@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T213000
DTSTAMP:20260415T162714Z
CREATED:20260415T162714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T162714Z
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SUMMARY:The Black Feathers
DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand\, Welsh folk duo The Black Feathers return to The Allen Center’s Cherry Street Music concert series. Serenading audiences with original songs that feel both modern and ancient\, you won’t want to miss these globe-trotting\, talented troubadours. This Linda Plaut Festival of the Arts program is generously supported by Spark Newton in partnership with The City of Newton.
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/the-black-feathers/
LOCATION:The Allen Center\, 35 Webster Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02465\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
ORGANIZER;CN="Cherry Street Music":MAILTO:operations@newtonculture.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T160000
DTSTAMP:20260528T153924Z
CREATED:20260528T153924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T153924Z
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SUMMARY:Encore! Favorite Songs from Recent Seasons
DESCRIPTION:Free performance by the Highland Glee Club Men’s Chorus! Join us for this very special recap of our favorites from recent concerts\, featuring sea shanties\, spring madrigals\, and a cracker jack barbershop quartet\nAt the beautiful Nordic Recital Hall at the Scandinavian Cultural Center in West Newton\, MA.
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/encore-favorite-songs-from-recent-seasons/
LOCATION:Scandinavian Cultural Center\, 206 Waltham St\, West Newton\, MA\, 02465\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
ORGANIZER;CN="Hgihland Glee Club":MAILTO:jficarelli@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T140000
DTSTAMP:20260415T163039Z
CREATED:20260415T163039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T163039Z
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SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drive at The Union Church in Waban
DESCRIPTION:Just one blood donation can help save up to three lives\, and the whole process usually takes about an hour from start to finish. \nBook your appointment for June 6th and be part of this lifesaving effort. Please share the link with your friends and family to help us reach even more people! \nEveryone is welcome\, and all blood types are needed. For eligibility details and more information about donating\, check out the Red Cross FAQs.
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/red-cross-blood-drive-at-the-union-church-in-waban/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T210000
DTSTAMP:20260521T234040Z
CREATED:20260521T234040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T234040Z
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SUMMARY:Folk/Americana house concert with Rupert Wates\, Eric Behr opens
DESCRIPTION:https://www.rupertwatesmusic.com/home \n“Terrific hooks\, deep lyrics\, awesome voice\, and nearly astonishing finger picking chops – the real deal.”\n— Paul Fried\, Monterey County Weekly (CA) \nCome join us for our last house concert of the season with Rupert Wates and Eric Behr. You’ll be welcome in our friendly home. Drinks\, snacks\, and plenty of joy provided. For more information about the concert or to register\, click on the link below. \nhttps://my.listeningroomnetwork.com/event-bailsMAUS20260605
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/folk-americana-house-concert-with-rupert-wates-eric-behr-opens/
LOCATION:House Of Play House Concerts
CATEGORIES:Music
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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:20260603T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T193000
DTSTAMP:20260506T141218Z
CREATED:20260506T141218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T141218Z
UID:10008771-1780506000-1780515000@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Newton Celebrates Pride
DESCRIPTION:The Newton Human Rights Commission is pleased to partner this year with the Celebration of Queer Culture (CQC) Planning Committee to host a shared Pride Month event in Newton. \nNewton Celebrates Pride Month will take place on Wednesday\, June 3 from 5-7:30pm at Newton City Hall (1000 Commonwealth Ave.). The celebration will be on the south lawn; in case of rain\, it will move indoors inside City Hall. Join the celebration for food\, art\, and resources. All are welcome at this free\, family-friendly event! \nLearn more about the celebration and the history of Pride in Newton at newtonma.gov/newtonpride! \nQuestions? Email cqc@newtonma.gov
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/newton-celebrates-pride/
LOCATION:Newton City Hall\, 1000 Commonwealth Ave.\, Newton Centre\, MA\, 02459
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T210000
DTSTAMP:20260528T153304Z
CREATED:20260528T153153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T153304Z
UID:10008809-1780426800-1780434000@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:250 Years Ago in Newton
DESCRIPTION:250 Years Ago in Newton\nTuesday\, June 2\, 7:00 PM\nNewton Free Library\nFree\nIf you lived in Newton 250 years ago\, who would have been your neighbors? Where\nwould your children have gone to school? What might you do for a living? In\ncommemoration of the 250th anniversary of the founding of America\, travel back in time\nwith Historic Newton and explore what life was like around the time of the American\nRevolution. Learn about the experience of a diverse array of individuals in Newton and\nexplore maps and images to immerse yourself in their world. Presented in partnership\nwith the Newton Free Library. Learn more and reserve your spot at\nhttps://newtonfreelibrary.libcal.com/event/16512072
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/250-years-ago-in-newton/
LOCATION:Newton Free Library\, 330 Homer Street\, Newton Centre MA\, MA\, 02459\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Historic Newton":MAILTO:info@historicnewton.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260602
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260521T234104Z
CREATED:20260521T234104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T234104Z
UID:10008786-1780358400-1782863999@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Wear\, Repair\, Repeat: The Beauty of Visible Mending
DESCRIPTION:Buying fewer clothes and maintaining what you have is the best way to reduce your environmental impact. Visible mending not only promotes sustainability but also fosters creativity\, saves money\, and builds community. This June\, stop by the Newton Free Library (330 Homer St\, Newton\, MA 02459) to see examples of locally mended textiles and learn about their history. \nThis exhibit is brought to you by local menders and Mariko Sugimori of Mona & Zoe Mending. Stay tuned for a visible mending workshop at the library June 8!
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/wear-repair-repeat-the-beauty-of-visible-mending/
LOCATION:Newton Free Library\, 330 Homer Street\, Newton Centre MA\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T183000
DTSTAMP:20260408T171350Z
CREATED:20260408T171350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T171350Z
UID:10008705-1780246800-1780252200@www.newtonbeacon.org
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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