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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260810T190000
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SUMMARY:NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT & CONSTRUCTION UPDATE 459 – 471 WATERTOWN STREET AND 320 NEVADA STREET NEWTON\, MA RTN 3-0033794 & 3-0051142
DESCRIPTION:Arcadis will be holding the annual public meeting on August 10\, at 7:00 PM\, at:\nNewton Free Library Druker Auditorium\n330 Homer Street Newton\, MA 02459\n(hybrid meeting with on-line access) \nThe purpose of this meeting is to provide residents with an update on assessment activities completed to date in 2026 and to discuss planned work for the remainder of the year. Topics will include ongoing groundwater investigation including the installation of permanent monitoring wells and the vapor intrusion assessment program. For general information about the meeting\, please contact Matthew Coleman at nevadastpip@arcadis.com . The site file can be viewed at the MassDEP data portal by entering Release Tracking Numbers 3-0033794 and 3-0051142 at https://eeaonline.eea.state.ma.us/. Please email nevadastpip@arcadis.com for remote access details.
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/notice-of-public-meeting-environmental-assessment-construction-update-459-471-watertown-street-and-320-nevada-street-newton-ma-rtn-3-0033794-3-0051142/
LOCATION:Newton Free Library Druker Auditorium\, 330 Homer Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
ORGANIZER;CN="Arcadis":MAILTO:nevadastpip@arcadis.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T193000
DTSTAMP:20260702T181818Z
CREATED:20260702T181818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T181818Z
UID:10008838-1786039200-1786044600@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Early Life and Industry in Newton Lower Falls
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the rise and fall of industry in Lower Falls by seeing where the Charles\nRiver once powered nationally renowned paper mills. Also find places where early\nresidents built their village\, including St. Mary’s Church and the one-time community hall\nthat is now Lower Falls Wine Company. This tour will be led by local author and\nhistorian Clara Silverstein.\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/walking-tour-lower-falls
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/early-life-and-industry-in-newton-lower-falls/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community,Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Historic Newton":MAILTO:info@historicnewton.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T113000
DTSTAMP:20260805T154827Z
CREATED:20260805T154827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T154827Z
UID:10008864-1785839400-1785843000@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Intergenerational Animal Adventures!
DESCRIPTION:Meet a variety of animals including a (non-spraying) skunk\, a goat\, and an owl. Learn about these animals and get close. Controlled touching is allowed at the discretion of the Zookeeper. This event is run by Animal Adventures in Bolton and generously sponsored by Newton resident Justin Greene. \nNo cost\, but registration is requested at myactivecenter.com or 617-796-1660.
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/intergenerational-animal-adventures/
LOCATION:Cooper Center\, 345 Walnut Street\, Newtonville\, MA\, 02460\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Cooper Center":MAILTO:seniors@newtonma.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T170000
DTSTAMP:20260805T153531Z
CREATED:20260805T153531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T153531Z
UID:10008877-1785830400-1790442000@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Fall Art as Therapy Groups at New Art Center
DESCRIPTION:New Art currently offers four small\, supportive cohorts for grades 4-12 in expressive art as therapy and creative connection for children and teens navigating challenges such as anxiety\, depression\, and friendships/social connections. Led by registered art therapist Erin Palazzolo-Loparo\, MS-ATR alongside an art assistant\, sessions provide a safe\, confidential space for young people to connect\, create and share through a range of art modalities. Fall 2026 groups are now open online or contact Erin at erin@newartcenter.org.
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/fall-art-as-therapy-groups-at-new-art-center/
LOCATION:New Art Center\, 61 Washington Park\, Newton\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Community,Visual Arts
ORGANIZER;CN="New Art Center":MAILTO:info@newartcenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260802T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260802T170000
DTSTAMP:20260709T185511Z
CREATED:20260709T185511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T185511Z
UID:10008847-1785675600-1785690000@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Newton Youth Lifesavers Initiative
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to host a student-centered community project: the Newton Youth Lifesavers Initiative. \nThis event is organized by two local Newton high school students\, Lauren Li and Evan Li\, through their nonprofit organization\, Heart for Care. \nThe goal of the initiative is to provide FREE American Heart Association Heartsaver® CPR/AED certification training and lifesaving education to approximately 50–100 local high school students. All training will be provided by AHA-certified instructors from ACLS Academy. \nOur hope is to empower young people with practical lifesaving skills that could one day help them save a life and serve their community with confidence. \nAt this time\, we are grateful to have received encouragement and support from community leaders\, including State Representative Greg Schwartz and City Councilor Lisa Gordon. \nEvery participant will receive:\n-American Heart Association Heartsaver® CPR/AED Certification upon successful completion (Official AHA eCard)\n-Hands-on CPR & AED training\n-Adult\, child\, and infant CPR skills\n-Choking rescue training\n-Official Newton Youth Lifesavers commemorative T-shirt\n-Newton Youth Lifesavers Certificate of Participation \nThis event is free to Newton high school students. Space is limited\, and spots will be offered on a first-come\, first-served basis. \nRegister online: https://www.NewtonYouthLifesavers.org
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/newton-youth-lifesavers-initiative/
LOCATION:Hyde Community Center\, 90 Lincoln Street\, Newton Highlands\, MA\, 02460
CATEGORIES:Community,Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Heart for Care":MAILTO:aheartforcare@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T180000
DTSTAMP:20260722T201853Z
CREATED:20260722T201853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T201853Z
UID:10008856-1785603600-1785607200@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Chime Concert in West Newton
DESCRIPTION:Join the First Unitarian Universalist Society in West Newton for free outdoor concerts this summer\, Saturdays\, 5 pm\, July 11\, August 1 and August 29. Chimers in FUUSN’s historic bell tower will play a wide range of music styles. Bring a blanket and picnic. Indoor seating in case of rain. After each concert\, learn about the bells and how to play them!\nFUUSN\, 1326 Washington Street\, West Newton\, MA 02165 www.fuusn.org \nFor more info contact: Robert_Feldman@hotmail.com
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/chime-concert-in-west-newton/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton\, 1326 Washington Street\, West Newton\, MA\, 02465\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Music
ORGANIZER;CN="First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton":MAILTO:music@fusn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T160000
DTSTAMP:20260715T162815Z
CREATED:20260715T162815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T162815Z
UID:10008848-1785421800-1785427200@www.newtonbeacon.org
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:20260729T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T200000
DTSTAMP:20260715T161128Z
CREATED:20260715T161128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T161128Z
UID:10008852-1785349800-1785355200@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Reception for Nina Bellucci: Like Seeing Through Trees
DESCRIPTION:The main floor exhibit showcases the vibrant work of local mixed-media artist\, Nina Bellucci\, whose stretched canvases & banner paintings recall time spent in nature through the use of layers\, reflective materials\, and other delicate details. Join us on July 29th for a reception celebrating this vibrant exhibit and the joyousness of summer. The galleries will be open\, and we’ll enjoy live music and refreshments on the patio.
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/reception-for-nina-bellucci-like-seeing-through-trees/
LOCATION:The Allen Center\, 35 Webster Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02465\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
ORGANIZER;CN="Newton Cultural Alliance":MAILTO:contact@newtonculture.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T170000
DTSTAMP:20260722T230435Z
CREATED:20260722T201846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T230435Z
UID:10008857-1785078000-1785085200@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Let's Talk!  An Uncommon Conversation on America's 250th
DESCRIPTION:Local residents\, Luke of Newton Corner and Diane of Auburndale\, are teaming up to create space where we can pause\, reflect\, and list to others with openness and goodwill to explore our hopes and concerns as America turns 250. \nConversation is an easily underestimated but vital form of action. The simple act of visiting friends and neighbors\, building ties of friendship\, and exploring hopes and concerns together can help remedy the isolation and loss of purpose that are increasingly prevalent. Conversations — when carried out with goodwill\, fairmindedness\, a desire to learn and\, most importantly\, with love – can help build community\, catalyze action\, and facilitate progress. \nWe hope this event will inspire such conversations — in homes and neighborhoods\, in faith communities and civic settings — so that we can move forward together. \nLet’s talk!
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/lets-talk-an-uncommon-conversation-at-americas-250th/
LOCATION:Newton Lower Falls Community Center\, 545 Grove Street\, Auburndale\, MA\, 02462
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T143000
DTSTAMP:20260722T230226Z
CREATED:20260617T173752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T230226Z
UID:10008832-1785056400-1785076200@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Second Church in Newton: MGH Blood Drive July 26th
DESCRIPTION:The Second Church in Newton is hosting a Blood Drive by Mass General Hospital on July 26th from 9:00 am – 2:30pm. Second Church will host a light breakfast in Fellowship Hall for visitors from 9:00am-11:30am. Please register with this link for your donation time https://bit.ly/TheSecondChurchinNewton or the QR code above. This link will also have more information on the process and guidelines for how to prepare before your blood donation. Thank you for joining us\, to learn more https://www.2ndchurch.org 60 Highland St West Newton
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/second-church-in-newton-mgh-blood-drive-july-26th/
LOCATION:Second Church in Newton\, 60 Highland Street\, WEST NEWTON\, MA\, 02465\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
ORGANIZER;CN="Second Church in Newton":MAILTO:office@2ndchurch.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T123000
DTSTAMP:20260709T185600Z
CREATED:20260709T185600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T185600Z
UID:10008844-1784802600-1784809800@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/2026-07-23/
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:20260722T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T200000
DTSTAMP:20260715T162642Z
CREATED:20260715T162642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T162642Z
UID:10008851-1784743200-1784750400@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Grace Episcopal Church Summer Barbecue
DESCRIPTION:All are warmly invited to attend the Grace Church Summer Barbecue on Wednesday\, July 22\, from 6:00-8:00pm! Located in the backyard\, enjoy an evening of community\, conversation\, and kid-friendly activities over burgers\, veggie burgers\, and hotdogs. Donations of salads\, sides\, desserts and additional drinks are welcome but not required (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-episcopal-church-summer-barbecue-3/
LOCATION:Grace Episcopal Church\, 76 Eldredge Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02458\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T230000
DTSTAMP:20260709T185517Z
CREATED:20260709T185517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T185517Z
UID:10008846-1784134800-1784156400@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:91st Annual St Mary of Carmen Society Festival
DESCRIPTION:July 15 – 19\n5PM – 11PM Daily\nItalian Festival\nCarnival -Live Entertainment Nightly – Food \nSunday July 19th – Feast Day \n2PM Procession thru Nonantum of Our Lady Of Mt Carmel\n10PM Candlelight Procession ( Pellegrini Park – Our Lady’s Church)
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/91st-annual-st-mary-of-carmen-society-festival/2026-07-15/
LOCATION:Pellegrini Park Nonantum\, 11 Hawthorn Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02458\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
ORGANIZER;CN="St Mary of Carmen Society":MAILTO:chuck22p@gmail.com
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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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T193000
DTSTAMP:20260617T173832Z
CREATED:20260617T173832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T173832Z
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:20260711T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T180000
DTSTAMP:20260702T181746Z
CREATED:20260702T181746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T181746Z
UID:10008840-1783789200-1783792800@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Summer Chime Concert
DESCRIPTION:Join the First Unitarian Universalist Society in West Newton for free outdoor concerts this summer\, Saturdays\, 5 pm\, July 11\, August 1 and August 29. Chimers in FUUSN’s historic bell tower will play a wide range of music styles. Bring a blanket and picnic. Indoor seating in case of rain. After each concert\, learn about the bells and how to play them!\nFUUSN\, 1326 Washington Street\, West Newton\, MA 02165 www.fuusn.org \nFor more info contact: Robert_Feldman@hotmail.com
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/summer-chime-concert-3/2026-07-11/2/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton\, 1326 Washington Street\, West Newton\, MA\, 02465\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
ORGANIZER;CN="First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton":MAILTO:music@fusn.org
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T170000
DTSTAMP:20260702T181746Z
CREATED:20260702T181746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T181746Z
UID:10008839-1783756800-1783789200@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Summer Chime Concert
DESCRIPTION:Join the First Unitarian Universalist Society in West Newton for free outdoor concerts this summer\, Saturdays\, 5 pm\, July 11\, August 1 and August 29. Chimers in FUUSN’s historic bell tower will play a wide range of music styles. Bring a blanket and picnic. Indoor seating in case of rain. After each concert\, learn about the bells and how to play them!\nFUUSN\, 1326 Washington Street\, West Newton\, MA 02165 www.fuusn.org \nFor more info contact: Robert_Feldman@hotmail.com
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/summer-chime-concert-3/2026-07-11/1/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton\, 1326 Washington Street\, West Newton\, MA\, 02465\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
ORGANIZER;CN="First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton":MAILTO:music@fusn.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:20260704T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T170000
DTSTAMP:20260709T185604Z
CREATED:20260709T185604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T185604Z
UID:10008842-1783152000-1783184400@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Sale of the Turtle Lane theater
DESCRIPTION:You were kind enough to inform readers that an auction would be held on June 3oth for the Turtle Lane Theater area. Can you kindly tell us who won this auction and what their plans are for the area? Most people in Auburndale are very interested in this news item. Thank you.
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/sale-of-the-turtle-lane-theater/
LOCATION:MA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T200000
DTSTAMP:20260617T173835Z
CREATED:20260617T173835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T173835Z
UID:10008826-1782846000-1782849600@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Women of Courage and Conviction
DESCRIPTION:Women of Courage and Conviction\nTuesday\, June 30 7:00 – 8:00 PM\nDurant-Kenrick House and Grounds\nJoin the author of Women of Courage and Conviction\, Newton writer Dorothy Anger\,\nalong with three of the book’s Newton women\, as they share stories of their\nextraordinary lives. Hear about their journeys growing up in Argentina during the Peron\nregime\, as Jews under Nazi rule\, walking for peace in the Vietnam War era\, and\nbecoming a global leader in women’s reproductive health.\nThis program is free for Historic Newton and Newton at Home members; $5 for general\nadmission.
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/women-of-courage-and-conviction/
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: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:20260624T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T200000
DTSTAMP:20260617T173839Z
CREATED:20260617T173839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T173839Z
UID:10008825-1782324000-1782331200@www.newtonbeacon.org
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/
LOCATION:MA
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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