Newton Free Library

  • Newton Free Library 150th Anniversary Celebration

    Newton Free Library 330 Homer Street, Newton Centre MA, MA, United States

    This November is the 150th anniversary of the vote to transfer the Library to the City of Newton, so the Library is throwing an anniversary party! Throughout the day, there will be activities for adults [...]

    Free
  • Ukulele Workshop

    Ukulele Workshop

    Newton Free Library 330 Homer Street, Newton Centre MA, MA, United States

    Want to try an instrument that is fun and relatively easy to play? Learn the fundamentals of ukulele playing with Julie Stepanek Murray! This three part series will cover the basics (tuning, fretting, strumming, and [...]

    Free
  • Live Animal Lecture for Adults: Helping Endangered Species

    Newton Free Library 330 Homer Street, Newton Centre MA, MA, United States

    Join Joys of Nature to learn about endangered species and how to protect them in this live animal lecture for adults. What is an endangered species? Why are many animals and their habitats disappearing? Learn [...]

    Free
  • Community & Veterans Job Fair

    Newton Free Library 330 Homer Street, Newton Centre MA, MA, United States

    Join MassHire Metro South/West at the Newton Free Library for a free job fair! This event is a fantastic opportunity for job seekers, veterans, and community members to connect with local employers looking for talent. [...]

    Free
  • Nuevas Raíces Concert with Guitarist Jhon Alvarado

    Newton Free Library 330 Homer Street, Newton Centre MA, MA, United States

    Nuevas Raíces honors Mexican culture through the exploration and sharing of classical music written for the guitar by contemporary Mexican composers. These are composers who have been influenced by the sounds and colors that define [...]

    Free
  • Poetry Reading & Open Mic

    Newton Free Library 330 Homer Street, Newton Centre MA, MA, United States

    Enjoy an evening of poetry at the Library! This poetry series meets in September, November, February, and April. Each event features readings by three prominent, published poets, followed by an open mic. All attendees are [...]

    Free
  • Ukulele Workshop

    Ukulele Workshop

    Newton Free Library 330 Homer Street, Newton Centre MA, MA, United States

    Want to try an instrument that is fun and relatively easy to play? Learn the fundamentals of ukulele playing with Julie Stepanek Murray! This three part series will cover the basics (tuning, fretting, strumming, and [...]

    Free
  • Sing & Play with Newton Folk Music

    Sing & Play with Newton Folk Music

    Newton Free Library 330 Homer Street, Newton Centre MA, MA, United States

    Join Newton Folk Music at the Newton Free Library to sing and play a wide range of folk music, from traditional to contemporary, in a low-key, warm, and friendly environment. Singers and instrumentalists of all [...]

    Free
  • Reclaiming Folk: Celebrating People of Color in Folk Music

    Newton Free Library 330 Homer Street, Newton Centre MA, MA, United States

    Reclaiming Folk is an event series that celebrates and honors People of Color in folk music – we “reclaim” folk because, despite POCs being at the root of the genre, history and culture has erased [...]

    Free
  • Pysanky: Ukrainian Egg Decorating Demonstration

    Newton Free Library 330 Homer Street, Newton Centre MA, MA, United States

    Explore the art of pysanky, Ukrainian egg decorating. At this demonstration, Christina Pasicznyk Vogel will explain the history and symbolism of “writing eggs” in the ancient Ukrainian tradition. After a presentation about pysanky, Christina will [...]

    Free
  • Ukulele Workshop

    Ukulele Workshop

    Newton Free Library 330 Homer Street, Newton Centre MA, MA, United States

    Want to try an instrument that is fun and relatively easy to play? Learn the fundamentals of ukulele playing with Julie Stepanek Murray! This three part series will cover the basics (tuning, fretting, strumming, and [...]

    Free
  • Concert with Violinist Ilana Zaks

    Newton Free Library 330 Homer Street, Newton Centre MA, MA, United States

    Join acclaimed violinist Ilana Zaks for a captivating solo recital that showcases the expressive power and versatility of the violin. The program spans centuries and styles—from the timeless elegance of Bach to the rhythmic fire [...]

    Free
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