Community Event
Newton Free Library presents: Make a Pollinator Hotel
Newton Free Library 330 Homer St, Newton, MA, United StatesJoin us at the library for our first in-person MakerSpace program! We’ll use materials like paper, branches, and other natural objects to create unique pollinator hotels. These hotels will hopefully attract local solitary bees and other helpful critters to your yard! We’ll have tools and supplies at the library, but we encourage you to bring…
Historic Newton presents: Book Launch – An Evening at Norumbega Park
Boston Marriott Newton 2345 Commonwealth Avenue, Newton, MA, United StatesA nostalgic return to the fun-loving days of historic Norumbega Park and the Totem Pole Ballroom to celebrate Historic Newton's new book! From its Grand Opening in 1897 to when the gates closed forever in 1963, Norumbega Park by the Charles River in Auburndale was the ultimate destination for thrill-seekers and fun-lovers. The park hosted…
Historic Newton presents: That’s Entertainment – Norumbega Park’s History of Fun
ONLINE United KingdomLearn about popular American entertainment by following Norumbega Park from its start as a “trolley park” at the end of the Commonwealth Avenue streetcar line through its heyday as an escape for young people to explore independence and love at the Totem Pole Ballroom. Images from "Norumbega Park and the Totem Pole Ballroom," a book…
Scavenger Hunt at the Newton Free Library
Newton Free Library 330 Homer St, Newton, MA, United StatesAre you ready for a Scavenger Hunt at the Library! Come to the Children's Desk anytime between 9am and 12pm and pick up a sheet with clues to find objects and images around the children's area. When you are done you will get to take home a special animal sticker of your choosing. This program is part…
Hyde Community Center presents: Gringo Kings Concert
Hyde Bandshell 90 Lincoln Street, Newton, MA, United StatesJoin the Hyde Community Center for a concert by the Gringo Kings, as part of the Summer in the Highlands series. All Movies and Concerts are free and take place outside on the Hyde Playground. Sponsors: The Village Bank, Newton Community Pride, Wholefoods Market, Newton Wellesley Hospital, O'Hara's, Pine Village Preschool, Newton Cultural Council. For…
Boston Ballet’s Back-to-School Open Houses
Boston Ballet School 153 Needham St, Suite N101, Newton Highlands, MA, United StatesChildren ages 16 months-7 years old are invited to experience a free sample class led by expert Boston Ballet School faculty, learn more about school year programming, and take a tour of the studios. Register here. Saturday, July 24 Newton Studio – 153 Needham Street 10 am: 16 months-age 2 11 am: Ages 3-4 12…
Newton Free Library presents: Ed Popielarczyk – Magic Show
Hyde Bandshell 90 Lincoln Street, Newton, MA, United StatesBring the whole family together for an afternoon filled with magic and wonder! Ed Popielarczyk is a professional magician, balloon sculptor, and storyteller who has been entertaining children and family audiences for over 35 years. His magic show uses a lot of audience participation so don't miss out on this opportunity to join in the…
Newton Free Library’s End of Summer Celebration – Minute to Win It!
Newton Free Library 330 Homer St, Newton, MA, United StatesCelebrate the end of our Tails & Tails summer with space themed Minute To Win It games and ice cream! The idea is to complete challenges in under a minute using simple, everyday items. Meet us in the Teen Area to head outside for fun and ice cream! For tweens and teens entering grades 6-12.
NewTV’s Summer Photo Contest
ONLINE United KingdomJoin in on the fun by voting in NewTV's Summer Photo Contest. Amazing entries from all over Newton have been submitted and are waiting for your verdict. Voting ends Friday, September 3, and winners will be announced on Tuesday, September 7. Choose the best overall image and the "in and around Newton" favorite by casting your ballot here.
NewTV’s Summer Photo Contest
ONLINE United KingdomJoin in on the fun by voting in NewTV's Summer Photo Contest. Amazing entries from all over Newton have been submitted and are waiting for your verdict. Voting ends Friday, September 3, and winners will be announced on Tuesday, September 7. Choose the best overall image and the "in and around Newton" favorite by casting your ballot here.