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SUMMARY:Cooper Center Listening Session
DESCRIPTION:As we prepare for the opening of the Cooper Center this fall\, we will host several Director-led listening sessions across the community. These sessions will offer a chance for our Director\, Mignonne Murray\, to hear directly from you\, Newton’s older adults\, about the types of programs and services you would like to see offered. \nWe also invite caregivers\, relatives of older adults\, and community members of all ages to join the conversations\, because we intend to open the doors of the Cooper Center to a broad swath of Newtonians. \nRSVP requested. Please call 617-796-1675\, stop by the Front Desk at 20 Hartford Street\, or send your name\, telephone number\, and email address to our receptionists at OASprograms@newtonma.gov
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/cooper-center-listening-session/
LOCATION:Brigham House\, 341 Mt Auburn St\, Watertown\, Massachusetts\, 02472\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T130000
DTSTAMP:20260609T223652
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SUMMARY:Minis with a Mission
DESCRIPTION:Minis With a Mission provides opportunities for all people to receive the therapeutic and joyful benefits of interacting with miniature equines. Our minis will bring healing\, comfort\, and delight through connecting hands\, hearts\, and hooves. \nThis program is generously sponsored by local horse aficionado Justin Greene. \nGrandchildren and other young friends are welcome to attend with you. \nThis event will be re-scheduled in case of rain. Please RSVP so that you receive a notification about any weather-related changes. \nRSVP requested. Please call 617-796-1675\, stop by the Front Desk at 20 Hartford Street\, or send your name\, telephone number\, and email address to our receptionists at OASprograms@newtonma.gov
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/minis-with-a-mission/
LOCATION:Hyde Community Center\, 90 Lincoln Street\, Newton Highlands\, MA\, 02460
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T140000
DTSTAMP:20260609T223652
CREATED:20250402T162108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T162108Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Fair
DESCRIPTION:Have you recently moved to Newton? Are you a longtime resident looking for new ways to connect with the community? Do you like helping others and want to make a difference? Interested in volunteering but not sure where to start? \nJoin us at the Department of Older Adult Services Volunteer Fair where you can meet representatives from organizations from around the city and learn about available volunteer opportunities. \nThe vendors will include\, but are not limited to: Newton Food Pantry\, Newton-Wellesley Hospital\, FriendshipWorks\, Newton at Home\, Newton Free Library English Language Learning Program\, Newton Community Farm. \nJust show up!
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/volunteer-fair/
LOCATION:Hyde Community Center\, 90 Lincoln Street\, Newton Highlands\, MA\, 02460
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250415T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250415T140000
DTSTAMP:20260609T223652
CREATED:20250410T150733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T150733Z
UID:10007098-1744722000-1744725600@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Piano Concert with Mark West
DESCRIPTION:Local pianist Mark L. West will perform solo piano works ranging from classical music by Chopin and Mozart to “turn of the century” ragtime by Scott Joplin and jazz standards by Duke Ellington\, Hoagy Carmichael\, and other artists. \nThis program is generously sponsored by the Jayne Colino Fund of the Senior Citizens Fund of Newton. \nRSVP requested. Please call 617-796-1675\, stop by the Front Desk at 20 Hartford Street\, or send your name\, telephone number\, and email address to our receptionists at seniorprograms@newtonma.gov
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/piano-concert-with-mark-west-2/
LOCATION:Newton Free Library – Druker Auditorium\, 330 Homer Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250415T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250415T140000
DTSTAMP:20260609T223652
CREATED:20250410T145116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T145116Z
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SUMMARY:Piano Concert with Mark West
DESCRIPTION:Local pianist Mark L. West will perform solo piano works ranging from classical music by Chopin and Mozart to “turn of the century” ragtime by Scott Joplin and jazz standards by Duke Ellington\, Hoagy Carmichael\, and other artists. \nThis program is generously sponsored by the Jayne Colino Fund of the Senior Citizens Fund of Newton. \nRSVP requested. Please call 617-796-1675\, stop by the Front Desk at 20 Hartford Street\, or send your name\, telephone number\, and email address to our receptionists at seniorprograms@newtonma.gov
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/piano-concert-with-mark-west/
LOCATION:Newton Free Library – Druker Auditorium\, 330 Homer Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250415T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250415T120000
DTSTAMP:20260609T223652
CREATED:20250410T144157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T144157Z
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SUMMARY:Community Document Shredding & Medication Take-Back Day
DESCRIPTION:This event is rain or shine. Open to all Newton residents. Shredding service is for RESIDENTIAL materials only (no business materials). Staples and paper clips may be left in documents. Already shredded paper is also accepted since it’s not allowed in the green recycling carts. Limited to 4 document boxes OR 8 paper bags per car. \nBring your expired or unused prescription medications to be properly disposed. NO liquids\, aerosols\, or sharps will be accepted. Note: vitamins and over-the-counter medication are safe to go in the trash. \nAdvance sign-up required. Please call City Hall at 617-796-1000. \nCosponsored by the Newton Department of Senior Services\, the Newton Department of Public Works\, the Newton Police Department\, and the Newton Department of Health and Human Services.
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/community-document-shredding-medication-take-back-day/
LOCATION:Newton Resource Recovery Center\, 115 Rumford Avenue\, Auburndale\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T120000
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SUMMARY:Community Document Shredding  & Medication Take-Back Day
DESCRIPTION:Open to all Newton residents. Shredding service is for RESIDENTIAL materials only (no business materials). Staples and paper clips may be left in documents. Already shredded paper is also accepted since it’s not allowed in the green recycling carts. Limited to 4 document boxes OR 8 paper bags per car. \nBring your expired or unused prescription medications to be properly disposed. NO liquids\, aerosols\, or sharps will be accepted. Note: vitamins and over-the-counter medication are safe to go in the trash. \nAdvance sign-up required. Please call City Hall at 617-796-1000. \nCosponsored by the Newton Department of Senior Services\, the Newton Department of Public Works\, the Newton Police Department\, and the Newton Department of Health and Human Services.
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/community-document-shredding-medication-take-back-day-3/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T080000
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SUMMARY:Community Document Shredding & Medication Take-Back Day
DESCRIPTION:This event is rain or shine. Open to all Newton residents. Shredding service is for RESIDENTIAL materials only (no business materials). Staples and paper clips may be left in documents. Already shredded paper is also accepted since it’s not allowed in the green recycling carts. Limited to 4 document boxes OR 8 paper bags per car. \nBring your expired or unused prescription medications to be properly disposed. NO liquids\, aerosols\, or sharps will be accepted. Note: vitamins and over-the-counter medication are safe to go in the trash. \nAdvance sign-up required. Please call City Hall at 617-796-1000. \nCosponsored by the Newton Department of Senior Services\, the Newton Department of Public Works\, the Newton Police Department\, and the Newton Department of Health and Human Services.
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/community-document-shredding-medication-take-back-day-2/
LOCATION:Newton Resource Recovery Center\, 115 Rumford Avenue\, Auburndale\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T140000
DTSTAMP:20260609T223652
CREATED:20250410T145400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T145400Z
UID:10007110-1744290000-1744293600@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Jumpstart Your Healthy Lifestyle with Proven Strategies for Wellness!
DESCRIPTION:Today’s theme: Stress and Relaxation \nLed by Beth Keane\, Reiki Master and staff at Newton-Wellesley Hospital \nThis is part 1 of a three-part series that will meet for one-hour sessions over three months. We will provide tips for incorporating heart-healthy nutrition\, relaxation strategies to mitigate the stress of everyday life\, and provide stretching and strength training guidelines to reduce aches and pains. This is part of Newton Wellesley Hospital’s Community Collaborative Heart Health and Wellness Council. To learn more about our council visit https://www.nwh.org/classes-and-resources/community-education/community-events \nIn this session\, Beth Keane\, Reiki Master\, will present tips and tricks for understanding and managing stress. She will lead a conversation about stress and the impact it has on your health (some stress is good!). We will share tools and simple techniques for you to use to mitigate stress to have a healthier mind and body. \nThe series continues on April 29 (Nutrition) and May 15 (Exercise). \nRSVP requested. Please call 617-796-1675\, stop by the Front Desk at 20 Hartford Street\, or send your name\, telephone number\, and email address to our receptionists at seniorprograms@newtonma.gov
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/jumpstart-your-healthy-lifestyle-with-proven-strategies-for-wellness/
LOCATION:Hyde Community Center\, 90 Lincoln Street\, Newton Highlands\, MA\, 02460
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T140000
DTSTAMP:20260609T223652
CREATED:20250327T154041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T154041Z
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SUMMARY:Emergency Preparedness Seminar: Be Red Cross Ready
DESCRIPTION:Led by American Red Cross of Massachusetts \nFloods\, hurricanes\, and wildfires are becoming more frequent and can be devastating to our loved ones\, homes\, and communities. Build confidence by learning simple steps you can take now to help prepare and protect your family. This disaster preparedness training will make that process easy. \nHosted by the American Red Cross\, Be Red Cross Ready is a national\, standardized\, free preparedness education curriculum for adults taught by certified presenters. The program is designed to help people understand\, prepare for\, and respond appropriately to disasters. \nThe curriculum has the option to mix and match emergency preparedness modules on relevant local hazards for your community. These modules include: preparedness essentials\, home fires\, hurricanes\, earthquakes\, floods\, tsunamis\, tornadoes\, wildfires\, extreme heat\, thunderstorms\, winter storms\, volcanoes\, and landslides. \nRSVP requested. Please call 617-796-1675\, stop by the Front Desk at 20 Hartford Street\, or send your name\, telephone number\, and email address to our receptionists at seniorprograms@newtonma.gov
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/emergency-preparedness-seminar-be-red-cross-ready/
LOCATION:Hyde Community Center\, 90 Lincoln Street\, Newton Highlands\, MA\, 02460
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T140000
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CREATED:20250227T225548Z
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SUMMARY:Musical Baseball Show
DESCRIPTION:Performing a unique\, interactive and highly entertaining program\, local singer-songwriter (and former sportswriter) Howie Newman will sing baseball songs\, offer up baseball trivia and tell stories about his days as a sportswriter on the Red Sox beat. Howie covered baseball for the Patriot Ledger\, Lowell Sun\, Boston Globe and Lynn Item as well as several other newspapers and magazines. \nThe show also includes a free raffle for a baseball CD and a display of his personal baseball memorabilia. \nFor additional information about Howie’s baseball shows\, visit www.howienewman.com/baseball-show
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/musical-baseball-show/
LOCATION:Newton Free Library\, 330 Homer Street\, Newton Centre MA\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T123000
DTSTAMP:20260609T223652
CREATED:20250327T154225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T154225Z
UID:10007056-1742468400-1742473800@www.newtonbeacon.org
SUMMARY:Marie Curie: Love and Atoms
DESCRIPTION:Marie Curie won two Nobel prizes\, yet her earliest education had to be conducted in secret because it was illegal to teach women. She faced misogyny and bigotry her entire life but still managed to change physics and chemistry forever. She also challenged our understanding of gender and science. We will look at the full range of lessons she taught us. \nThis Zoom program will be Led by Steven Gimbel\, Professor of Philosophy\, Gettysburg College\, and shared with other older-adult communities around the country as part of a partnership with Oasis Everywhere. \nSpace is limited. Registration required. Please email seniorprograms@newtonma.gov
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/marie-curie-love-and-atoms-2/
CATEGORIES:Education
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