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SUMMARY:Historic Newton Presents April Vacation Week 2026: Dazzling Decades
DESCRIPTION:Travel back in time and immerse yourself in crafts and activities from different decades\, including decoupage\, shrinky dinks\, perler beads\, and more! Each day features a unique theme and activities\, plus LEGOs\, coloring\, and outdoor games. Today: Fresh 1990s. Wednesday 4/22: Righteous 1980s. Thursday 4/23: Groovy 1970s. Friday 4/22: Far Out 1960s. Admission: $5 per child per day\, adults and kids under 5 are free. Accompanying adults must remain onsite with their child but can utilize a quiet space with free Wi-Fi if desired. Stop by any time during the program. Free street parking on Waverley Avenue is strongly encouraged Tickets can be purchased in advance or onsite.
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/historic-newton-presents-april-vacation-week-2026-dazzling-decades/2026-04-21/
LOCATION:Durant-Kenrick House and Grounds\, 286 Waverley Ave\,\, Newton\, MA\, 02458
CATEGORIES:Art,Community Event,Family Friendly,Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T213000
DTSTAMP:20260513T184551
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SUMMARY:Director's Spotlight: Age Group Winner
DESCRIPTION:In 1980 Jay Helgerson shocked the world\, becoming the first person to run a marathon a week for a year – each race completed in under three hours. For the last ten years\, his daughter\, filmmaker Alexandra Helgerson\, followed him with a camera in order to understand the eccentric man who raised her. What she gets are his projected anxieties\, his struggles with physical age and emotional distress\, all while he endlessly trains for the Boston Marathon. But as Jay trains\, the film is nearly derailed by Alexandra’s encounter with a life threatening illness. Ultimately\, AGE GROUP WINNER is an affirmation of the will to live. \nJoin us after the film for a discussion with the filmmakers: \nAlexandra Helgerson is a filmmaker\, actor and musician. She graduated from the University of California\, Berkeley\, where she played basketball her freshman year. After working in publishing in New York City\, she began a career in acting. Notable roles include Viola and Rosaline for the American Shakespeare Center\, Vivien in VIVIEN\, and Brynne in the horror-comedy HAPPY ENDING. AGE GROUP WINNER\, a ten year in the making cinema-verité documentary about her world record setting\, marathon running father\, is her directorial debut. A recent survivor of sarcoma\, Helgerson chronicles her experiences of love\, loss\, and desire on her debut album Halcyon Days\, to be released in the summer of 2026. \nJay Helgerson was born in Wichita\, KS and served in the U.S. Marine Corps before earning a degree in History at the University of California\, Berkeley. In 1980 he became the first person in the world to run 52 marathons in one year\, each in under 3 hours. His feat earned him a place in the Guiness Book of World Records. He trains daily in Portland’s Forest Park\, and at age 71 will run his 20th Boston Marathon in April of 2026. When not running\, Jay enjoys eating pizza\, reading the news\, and talking pop culture\, mostly with his three daughters and two granddaughters.
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/directors-spotlight-age-group-winner/
LOCATION:West Newton Cinema\, 1296 Washington Street\, West Newton\, MA\, 02465\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Community Event,Film and Media
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T193000
DTSTAMP:20260513T184551
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SUMMARY:West Newton Cinema presents Bending the Arc: The Journey Continues
DESCRIPTION:Global Spotlight: Partners in Health \nPartners In Health: The Journey Continues\nIn the 1980s\, Dr. Paul Farmer\, Dr. Jim Yong Kim\, activist Ophelia Dahl\, Todd McCormack\, and investor Thomas White began a movement that changed global health forever. Treating patients who had been abandoned by the health establishment\, they developed through Partners In Health (PIH) a community health model that saved millions of lives in the developing world. Their fight became a global battle in the highest halls of power for the right to health for all. Join PIH co-founder Todd McCormack\, their CEO Sheila Davis\, and Dr. Anatole Manzi to learn the challenges and opportunities for global health now and in the future. This event will begin at 5 pm with a pre-screening reception with PIH representatives. At 5:30 pm\, we will screen Bending the Arc\, the riveting documentary that shows how moral imagination\, strategy\, and sheer force of will can change the trajectory of the world. After the screening\, our panelists will discuss the film and their work followed by an audience Q&A. \nPANELISTS: \nDR. SHEILA DAVIS\nDr. Sheila Davis is Chief Executive Officer of Partners In Health (PIH)\, where she previously\nserved as Chief of Clinical Operations and Chief Nursing Officer\, overseeing global clinical and operational programs. She led PIH’s response to the 2014 West Africa Ebola epidemic and has spent more than two decades advancing global health\, HIV/AIDS care\, and nursing leadership worldwide. A nationally recognized speaker and Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing\, she holds doctoral and graduate nursing degrees from the MGH Institute of Health Professions. \nTODD MCCORMACK\nTodd McCormack is a co-founder of Partners In Health and has supported the organization\nsince meeting Paul Farmer at Duke University in 1978. He serves on PIH’s Board of Trustees\nand Board of Directors\, where he focuses on stewarding partnerships and mobilizing resources to advance the organization’s mission\, and chairs the Governance and Nominating Committee. A Senior Corporate Vice President at IMG\, he has been a pioneer in digital media strategy and continues to advise and invest in emerging media ventures. \nDR. ANATOLE MANZI\nDr. Anatole Manzi is a global health leader advancing equity and excellence in healthcare\ndelivery and serves as Cluster Lead for Capacity Strengthening & Professional Development at the University of Global Health Equity’s LEAP Center. He previously served as Deputy Chief Medical Officer at Partners In Health\, leading multi-country strategies to improve clinical quality and care systems. Born and raised in Rwanda\, he holds academic appointments at Harvard Medical School\, the University of Global Health Equity\, and Brigham and Women’s Hospital\, grounding his work in social justice and accompaniment.
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/west-newton-cinema-presents-bending-the-arc-the-journey-continues/
LOCATION:West Newton Cinema\, 1296 Washington Street\, West Newton\, MA\, 02465\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Film and Media
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T210000
DTSTAMP:20260513T184551
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SUMMARY:The Allen Center Presents An Uncommon Education
DESCRIPTION:The Allen Center and Historic Newton present a special screening of An Uncommon Education\, a documentary exploring the legacy of Nathaniel T. Allen—right here where his groundbreaking work took place. Learn about Allen’s English and Classical School\, a forward-looking program of study at a time when slavery was still the law of the land and women’s suffrage yet a distant goal.
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/the-allen-center-presents-an-uncommon-education/
LOCATION:The Allen Center\, 35 Webster St\, WEST NEWTON\, MA\, 02465\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Culture and Education,Film and Media
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ORGANIZER;CN="Newton Cultural Alliance":MAILTO:contact@newtonculture.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T220000
DTSTAMP:20260513T184551
CREATED:20260302T214838Z
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SUMMARY:Historic Newton presents Naughty Newton at Night: Hamilton's World
DESCRIPTION:Join the historic cocktail party of the year on Saturday\, April 11 from 7-10pm at the Durant-Kenrick House and Grounds. The theme for this year will be the smash musical Hamilton. \nEnjoy drinks and hors d’oeuvres while exploring the more scandalous topics of the 18th-century through the life of Alexander Hamilton. \nWhat were the favorite drinks of the day? What did people do for fun? How were topics like sex and pregnancy out of wedlock handled? Were there really rules to dueling? \nThis event is 21+ only. Wear your favorite cocktail party outfit or a historically-inspired outfit.
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/historic-newton-presents-naughty-newton-at-night-hamiltons-world/
LOCATION:Durant-Kenrick House and Grounds\, 286 Waverley Ave\,\, Newton\, MA\, 02458
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Culture and Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T210000
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SUMMARY:Suzuki School of Newton Presents 40th Anniversary Gala
DESCRIPTION:Join the Suzuki School of Newton as they celebrate 40 years of inspiring young musicians\, nurturing talent\, and sharing the joy of music. An elegant evening of music\, fine dining\, and celebration awaits commemorating four decades of artistic excellence and dedication. All proceeds benefit SSN’s need-based James Thornblade Memorial Scholarship Fund.
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/suzuki-school-of-newton-presents-40th-anniversary-gala/
LOCATION:American Legion Hall\, Nonatum\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Culture and Education,Family Friendly,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Suzuki School of Newton":MAILTO:email@suzukinewton.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T160000
DTSTAMP:20260513T184551
CREATED:20260126T212340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T212843Z
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SUMMARY:Historic Newton presents Revolutionary Newton
DESCRIPTION:Historic Newton celebrates the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution! Join us in exploring what life was like in 18th-century New England. Reenactors will scatter the museum exhibits and grounds to create an immersive experience of revolutionary life. Guests can participate in hands-on period-specific activities and listen to reenactors debate politics\, describe daily life\, reminisce on military service\, and much more. A scavenger hunt will guide visitors through interactive spaces where they can ask questions and engage with the exhibits and the people who once occupied them. View special 18th-century artifacts from the collection on display for the first time this decade. Shop new and exclusive merchandise and see what your local museum can do for you! This event is free and open to the public.
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/historic-newton-presents-revolutionary-newton/
LOCATION:Durant-Kenrick House and Grounds\, 286 Waverley Ave\,\, Newton\, MA\, 02458
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Culture and Education,Family Friendly,Free Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T160000
DTSTAMP:20260513T184551
CREATED:20260319T170349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T170349Z
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SUMMARY:FUUSN Presents What the World Needs Now: A Community Gathering for Justice and Peace
DESCRIPTION:First Unitarian Universalist Society presents a song filled interfaith community event\, featuring a community folk song sing-along\, a performance by an Interfaith choir\, and a keynote talk by Tinya Seeger (Pete Seeger’s daughter).  While the gathering is free and open to the public\, freewill donations will support non-profit Democracy Forward. Co-sponsors for the event include the First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton\, Green Newton\, and More Than Words.
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/fuusn-presents-what-the-world-needs-now-a-community-gathering-for-justice-and-peace/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton\, 1326 Washington St\, Newton\, MA\, 02465\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Free Event,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="FUUSN":MAILTO:office@fusn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T210000
DTSTAMP:20260513T184551
CREATED:20260309T143230Z
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SUMMARY:West Newton Cinema presents Ty Burr's Movie Club: The Holdovers
DESCRIPTION:From acclaimed director Alexander Payne\, THE HOLDOVERS follows a curmudgeonly instructor (Paul Giamatti) at a New England prep school who is forced to remain on campus during Christmas break to babysit the handful of students with nowhere to go. Eventually\, he forms an unlikely bond with one of them — a damaged\, brainy troublemaker (newcomer Dominic Sessa) — and with the school’s head cook\, who has just lost a son in Vietnam (Da’Vine Joy Randolph). \nTY BURR’S MOVIE CLUB is hosted by the nationally recognized film critic Ty Burr. \nEach month Ty presents and discusses one of his favorite films with the audience. His selections span the spectrum from classics that have stood the test of time to contemporary films that merit a second viewing.
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/west-newton-cinema-presents-ty-burrs-movie-club-the-holdovers/
LOCATION:West Newton Cinema\, 1296 Washington Street\, West Newton\, MA\, 02465\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Culture and Education,Film and Media
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ORGANIZER;CN="West Newton Cinema Foundation":MAILTO:kbrown@mit.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T193000
DTSTAMP:20260513T184551
CREATED:20260302T214903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T214903Z
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SUMMARY:New Art Center presents Art and Healing: Art Therapists on Creating Connections
DESCRIPTION:An illuminating talk with practicing studio artists and art therapists\, Erin Palazzolo Loparo\, M.S.-ATR and Tova Speter\, M.A.\, LMHC\, as they explore the intersection of personal creative practice and community-based healing. \nThis event is free and open to the public\, light refreshments will be served. \nView the work of Erin Loparo\, Tova Speter\, and other artists on view March 20th –May 1st in the Art and Healing exhibition at the Mosesian Center for the Arts.
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/new-art-center-presents-art-and-healing-art-therapists-on-creating-connections/
LOCATION:New Art Center\, 61 Washington Park\, Newton\, MA\, 02460\, United States
CATEGORIES:At the Allen Center,Community Event,Free Event,Visual Arts
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ORGANIZER;CN="New Art Center":MAILTO:info@newartcenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260301T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260301T150000
DTSTAMP:20260513T184551
CREATED:20260224T154025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T154025Z
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SUMMARY:West Newton Cinema presents Behind the Screen: Hoosiers with Brad Stevens
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT THE FILM:\nA coach with a checkered past and a local drunk train a small town high school basketball team to become a top contender for the championship. \nPANEL DISCUSSION FOLLOWS \nBRAD STEVENS\nBrad Stevens is the President of Basketball Operations for the NBA’s Boston Celtics\, a position he has held since June 2021\, where he built the 2024 NBA championship team. A former standout college coach at Butler University—leading them to two consecutive NCAA Championship games in 2010 and 2011—he previously served as the Celtics’ head coach for eight seasons (2013–2021). \nDAN SHAUGHNESSY\nDan Shaughnessy is a sports columnist and associate editor at the Boston Globe. He has been named Massachusetts Sportswriter of the Year 14 times and 12 times has been voted one of America’s top ten sports columnists by the Associated Press Sports Editors. In 2016 Shaughnessy was the recipient of the BBWAA Career Excellence Award for “meritorious contributions to baseball writing\,” presented at the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown\, New York. Shaughnessy has written thirteen books\, including New York Times bestseller “Francona\,” “The Curse of the Bambino\,” and “Senior Year.” He most recently wrote “Wish It Lasted Forever — Life With The Larry Bird Celtics”\, a book about his days covering the 1980s Bird Celtics.
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/west-newton-cinema-presents-behind-the-screen-hoosiers-with-brad-stevens/
LOCATION:West Newton Cinema\, 1296 Washington Street\, West Newton\, MA\, 02465\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Family Friendly,Film and Media
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ORGANIZER;CN="West Newton Cinema Foundation":MAILTO:kbrown@mit.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T200000
DTSTAMP:20260513T184551
CREATED:20260224T153950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T153950Z
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SUMMARY:NewTV Members Network Meet-Up
DESCRIPTION:Join us at our Needham Street studio on Wednesday\, February 25 at 6:00PM\, for a Members Network Meet-Up! This will be a fun and engaging evening in a relaxed atmosphere. There will be food\, technical help sessions\, and plenty of opportunities to connect with fellow members! Non-members are welcome to attend as well! \n6:00PM – 6:30PM – Networking and… (wait for it)… FREE PIZZA! \n6:30PM – 8:00PM – Introductions\, followed by technical help breakout sessions including: \nHow to Create & Manage Your Own YouTube Channel\, with Peter Taber-Simonian\nControl Room Basics\, with Kathleen Golden\nHow to Host an Interview\, with Jenn Adams \nPlease RSVP by Friday\, February 20\, so we can plan accordingly. \nIf you’re not a member and would like to join us\, sign-up for a NewTV membership at https://newtv.org/join \nEmail membership@newtv.org with any questions!
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/newtv-members-network-meet-up/
LOCATION:NewTV\, 23 Needham St\, Newton\, MA\, 02461\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Film and Media,Free Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="NewTV":MAILTO:newtv@newtv.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T153000
DTSTAMP:20260513T184551
CREATED:20260213T153904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T153925Z
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SUMMARY:West Newton Cinema presents Behind the Screen: All God's Children
DESCRIPTION:In an unprecedented attempt to heal centuries of racism and antisemitism\, and combat the rising racial and ethnic tension in their Brooklyn communities\, the largest reform synagogue and the oldest black Baptist Church attempt to unite their congregations and bring about peace\, by becoming family. Shot over five years by acclaimed documentary filmmaker Ondi Timoner\, ALL GOD’S CHILDREN follows her sister\, activist Rabbi Rachel Timoner\, and her Congregation Beth Elohim’s partnership with Reverend Dr. Robert Waterman of Antioch Baptist Church as their faith is put to the test\, and both congregations struggle not to let their differences drive them apart. Though it’s a fraught partnership\, they refuse to walk away\, no matter how hard it gets\, and ultimately emerge with an inspiring model for how other communities might build bridges across religious\, economic and class divides to foster enduring\, powerful partnerships. \nPANEL DISCUSSION FOLLOWS \nREVEREND ELIJAH GIPSON-DAVIS\nThe Rev. Elijah Gipson-Davis\, a native of Riverdale\, Georgia\, was ordained into the Gospel ministry at the New Macedonia Baptist Church. An anointed preacher\, talented scholar\, and skilled administrator\, he currently serves as the Minister of Administration and Assistant to the Pastor at the Myrtle Baptist Church of West Newton\, Massachusetts. Rev. Elijah shares academic interests in religion\, specifically African American and North American religious history\, gender and sexuality\, congregational studies\, Christian education\, and liturgics. \nRABBI TIFERET BERENBAUM\nRabbi Tiferet Berenbaum received Rabbinic Ordination and a Master’s in Jewish Education from Hebrew College in 2013\, after spending a year in Israel as part of her studies. Rav Tiferet served congregations in Milwaukee\, WI and Mt. Holly\, New Jersey\, then returned home to Boston and TBZ in 2019. Always desiring to continue to learn\, she is currently pursuing a doctorate in Educational Leadership at Lesley University in Cambridge\, MA. \nMODERATED BY: JAYMIE SAKS\nJaymie is the Director of Development at 2LifeCommunities and served for more than a decade as executive director of Boston Jewish Film (BJF) and was chief operating officer of the Jewish Women’s Archive.
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/behind-the-screen-all-gods-children/
LOCATION:West Newton Cinema\, 1296 Washington Street\, West Newton\, MA\, 02465\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Community Event,Culture and Education,Film and Media
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ORGANIZER;CN="West Newton Cinema Foundation":MAILTO:kbrown@mit.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260208T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260208T153000
DTSTAMP:20260513T184551
CREATED:20260113T173827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T173922Z
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SUMMARY:West Newton presents Behind the Screen: Sinners
DESCRIPTION:SINNERS is a genre-defying period horror drama written and directed by Ryan Coogler\, set in 1932 Mississippi during the Jim Crow era. The story follows twin brothers Elijah “Smoke” Moore and Elias “Stack” Moore\, portrayed by Michael B. Jordan in dual roles\, who return to their hometown to open a juke joint for the local Black community\, only to find that an ancient\, supernatural evil threatens their celebration and their lives. The film blends Southern Gothic\, blues music\, historical memory\, and supernatural horror\, creating a richly layered narrative about community\, survival\, and cultural expression. \nPOST SCREENING PANEL DISCUSSION\nOur panel will explore the film’s fusion of music\, history\, and horror\, considering how SINNERS engages with African-American cultural traditions\, the symbolic role of blues music in confronting evil\, and the artistic choices that make the film a singular cinematic experience. \nJAKE BLOUNT\, A.M.\nMusician\, Scholar\, and Music Consultant on SINNERS;\nSpecialist in Traditional African-American Music and Afrofuturism\nJake Blount is an award-winning musician and scholar whose work bridges performance\, research\, and advocacy. He specializes in African-American traditional music and Afrofuturist approaches\, and his recordings have appeared on best-of lists from NPR\, The New Yorker\, and Rolling Stone. Blount served as a music consultant on SINNERS and his work often interrogates the cultural and historical roots of American music. \nJOEL LARUE SMITH\, Ph.D.\nAssociate Teaching Professor\, Tufts\, Pianist\, Composer\, Arranger\nJoel LaRue Smith has been the Director of the Tufts Jazz Orchestra (formerly the Big Band) and Jazz Activities at Tufts University since 1996. He is also a pianist and composer known for moving seamlessly between jazz\, classical\, gospel\, and Afro-Cuban repertoire. He has performed globally at venues including Carnegie Hall\, Lincoln Center\, and the Royal Albert Hall\, and has received numerous awards including ASCAP’s distinguished George and Ira Gershwin Award. \nBILL LOWE\, Ph.D.\nComposer\, Performer\, Educator; Leader of Signifyin’ Natives\nBill Lowe is a distinguished bassist trombonist\, tuba player\, composer\, and educator with decades of experience in creative music. His ensemble Signifyin’ Natives explores African-American musical traditions through improvisation and collaboration\, and Lowe has performed and taught extensively throughout the United States and internationally.
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/west-newton-presents-behind-the-screen-sinners/
LOCATION:West Newton Cinema\, 1296 Washington Street\, West Newton\, MA\, 02465\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Community Event,Film and Media,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="West Newton Cinema Foundation":MAILTO:kbrown@mit.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T183000
DTSTAMP:20260513T184551
CREATED:20260113T174458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T174458Z
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SUMMARY:West Newton Cinema presents An Evening with John Sayles
DESCRIPTION:West Newton Cinema Reads & Newtonville Books present: \nThe iconic filmmaker John Sayles reading from and discussing his new novel\, The Crucible\, along with his classic film\, City of Hope\, with Here & Now’s Robin Young. \nJoin director John Sayles as he reads from his new novel\, The Crucible\, following a screening of his riveting film\, City of Hope (1991). \nIn The Crucible\, Henry Ford—the Elon Musk of his day—aims to rule both an automotive empire and the rambunctious city of Detroit. In an epic tale ranging from the Prohibition Era to the Second World War\, featuring violent labor disputes\, misbegotten jungle expeditions\, a tragic race riot\, and the gestapo tactics of Ford’s private army\, Sayles does what he’s become famous for: shows us\, through multiple perspectives\, the country in which we live. \nIn City of Hope\, an old apartment complex stands in the way of a major commercial development. Its owner\, Joe\, feels pressure to torch it\, and Joe’s estranged son\, Nick\, soon becomes a pawn in the game. Following the arrest of two teenagers\, idealistic city councilman Wynn finds himself torn between what he thinks is right\, and what his Black constituents want. \nSayles and Young will walk us through this incredible cast of characters and the themes that make both The Crucible and City of Hope so crucial to understanding our current moment. Their talk will follow with a signing in the lobby\, with books for sale courtesy of Newtonville Books. \nJohn Sayles is an independent filmmaker\, screenwriter\, actor\, and novelist. He has twice been nominated for the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay\, and once for the National Book Award. He has written eight novels\, including\, most recently\, Jamie MacGillivray and To Save the Man. \nRobin Young is a host of Here and Now\, the nationally syndicated radio program produced by WBUR. A Peabody Award-winning documentary filmmaker\, Robin has been a correspondent for ABC\, CBS\, NBC\, and the Discovery Channel. She is a former guest host of The Today Show and one of the first hosts on Boston’s ground-breaking television show\, Evening Magazine.
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/west-newton-cinema-presents-an-evening-with-john-sayles/
LOCATION:West Newton Cinema\, 1296 Washington Street\, West Newton\, MA\, 02465\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="West Newton Cinema Foundation":MAILTO:kbrown@mit.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T160000
DTSTAMP:20260513T184551
CREATED:20251219T150044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T150044Z
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SUMMARY:Newton Theatre Company Presents: OUR TOWN
DESCRIPTION:Experience this beloved classic up close with our exceptional professional cast in an intimate venue where every seat brings you into the heart of Grover’s Corners. \nWilder’s Pulitzer Prize winning play is a profound meditation on love\, loss\, and the precious ordinary moments that define our lives told in Newton Theatre Company’s signature style—immediate\, personal\, and unforgettable. \nIntimate staging. Beloved actors. Our original vision. \nLimited seating. Reserve soon. Tickets will sell out. \nOur Town will run for three weekends. Tickets available now!\n​\n​Friday\, January 16th at 8pm\nSaturday\, January 17th at 2pm\nSaturday\, January 17th at 8pm \nFriday\, January 23rd at 8pm\nSaturday\, January 24th at 2pm\n​Saturday\, January 24th at 8pm \nFriday\, January 30th at 8pm\nSaturday\, January 31st at 2pm\n​Saturday\, January 31st at 8pm \nSeating is intimate and limited\, so get your tickets now!\nAll performances are at:\nSt. John’s Episcopal Church\, DiMauro Hall\n​96 Otis Street\, Newtonville\, MA
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/newton-theatre-company-presents-our-town/2026-01-31/2/
LOCATION:Saint John’s Episcopal Church\, 96 Otis Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02460\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Theater
ORGANIZER;CN="Newton Theatre Company":MAILTO:info@newtontheatrecompany.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T170000
DTSTAMP:20260513T184551
CREATED:20251219T150044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T150044Z
UID:10023565-1769846400-1769878800@newtonculture.org
SUMMARY:Newton Theatre Company Presents: OUR TOWN
DESCRIPTION:Experience this beloved classic up close with our exceptional professional cast in an intimate venue where every seat brings you into the heart of Grover’s Corners. \nWilder’s Pulitzer Prize winning play is a profound meditation on love\, loss\, and the precious ordinary moments that define our lives told in Newton Theatre Company’s signature style—immediate\, personal\, and unforgettable. \nIntimate staging. Beloved actors. Our original vision. \nLimited seating. Reserve soon. Tickets will sell out. \nOur Town will run for three weekends. Tickets available now!\n​\n​Friday\, January 16th at 8pm\nSaturday\, January 17th at 2pm\nSaturday\, January 17th at 8pm \nFriday\, January 23rd at 8pm\nSaturday\, January 24th at 2pm\n​Saturday\, January 24th at 8pm \nFriday\, January 30th at 8pm\nSaturday\, January 31st at 2pm\n​Saturday\, January 31st at 8pm \nSeating is intimate and limited\, so get your tickets now!\nAll performances are at:\nSt. John’s Episcopal Church\, DiMauro Hall\n​96 Otis Street\, Newtonville\, MA
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/newton-theatre-company-presents-our-town/2026-01-31/1/
LOCATION:Saint John’s Episcopal Church\, 96 Otis Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02460\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Theater
ORGANIZER;CN="Newton Theatre Company":MAILTO:info@newtontheatrecompany.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T170000
DTSTAMP:20260513T184551
CREATED:20251219T150044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T150044Z
UID:10023564-1769760000-1769792400@newtonculture.org
SUMMARY:Newton Theatre Company Presents: OUR TOWN
DESCRIPTION:Experience this beloved classic up close with our exceptional professional cast in an intimate venue where every seat brings you into the heart of Grover’s Corners. \nWilder’s Pulitzer Prize winning play is a profound meditation on love\, loss\, and the precious ordinary moments that define our lives told in Newton Theatre Company’s signature style—immediate\, personal\, and unforgettable. \nIntimate staging. Beloved actors. Our original vision. \nLimited seating. Reserve soon. Tickets will sell out. \nOur Town will run for three weekends. Tickets available now!\n​\n​Friday\, January 16th at 8pm\nSaturday\, January 17th at 2pm\nSaturday\, January 17th at 8pm \nFriday\, January 23rd at 8pm\nSaturday\, January 24th at 2pm\n​Saturday\, January 24th at 8pm \nFriday\, January 30th at 8pm\nSaturday\, January 31st at 2pm\n​Saturday\, January 31st at 8pm \nSeating is intimate and limited\, so get your tickets now!\nAll performances are at:\nSt. John’s Episcopal Church\, DiMauro Hall\n​96 Otis Street\, Newtonville\, MA
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/newton-theatre-company-presents-our-town/2026-01-30/
LOCATION:Saint John’s Episcopal Church\, 96 Otis Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02460\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Theater
ORGANIZER;CN="Newton Theatre Company":MAILTO:info@newtontheatrecompany.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T160000
DTSTAMP:20260513T184551
CREATED:20251219T150044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T150044Z
UID:10023563-1769263200-1769270400@newtonculture.org
SUMMARY:Newton Theatre Company Presents: OUR TOWN
DESCRIPTION:Experience this beloved classic up close with our exceptional professional cast in an intimate venue where every seat brings you into the heart of Grover’s Corners. \nWilder’s Pulitzer Prize winning play is a profound meditation on love\, loss\, and the precious ordinary moments that define our lives told in Newton Theatre Company’s signature style—immediate\, personal\, and unforgettable. \nIntimate staging. Beloved actors. Our original vision. \nLimited seating. Reserve soon. Tickets will sell out. \nOur Town will run for three weekends. Tickets available now!\n​\n​Friday\, January 16th at 8pm\nSaturday\, January 17th at 2pm\nSaturday\, January 17th at 8pm \nFriday\, January 23rd at 8pm\nSaturday\, January 24th at 2pm\n​Saturday\, January 24th at 8pm \nFriday\, January 30th at 8pm\nSaturday\, January 31st at 2pm\n​Saturday\, January 31st at 8pm \nSeating is intimate and limited\, so get your tickets now!\nAll performances are at:\nSt. John’s Episcopal Church\, DiMauro Hall\n​96 Otis Street\, Newtonville\, MA
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/newton-theatre-company-presents-our-town/2026-01-24/2/
LOCATION:Saint John’s Episcopal Church\, 96 Otis Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02460\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Theater
ORGANIZER;CN="Newton Theatre Company":MAILTO:info@newtontheatrecompany.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T170000
DTSTAMP:20260513T184551
CREATED:20251219T150044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T150044Z
UID:10023562-1769241600-1769274000@newtonculture.org
SUMMARY:Newton Theatre Company Presents: OUR TOWN
DESCRIPTION:Experience this beloved classic up close with our exceptional professional cast in an intimate venue where every seat brings you into the heart of Grover’s Corners. \nWilder’s Pulitzer Prize winning play is a profound meditation on love\, loss\, and the precious ordinary moments that define our lives told in Newton Theatre Company’s signature style—immediate\, personal\, and unforgettable. \nIntimate staging. Beloved actors. Our original vision. \nLimited seating. Reserve soon. Tickets will sell out. \nOur Town will run for three weekends. Tickets available now!\n​\n​Friday\, January 16th at 8pm\nSaturday\, January 17th at 2pm\nSaturday\, January 17th at 8pm \nFriday\, January 23rd at 8pm\nSaturday\, January 24th at 2pm\n​Saturday\, January 24th at 8pm \nFriday\, January 30th at 8pm\nSaturday\, January 31st at 2pm\n​Saturday\, January 31st at 8pm \nSeating is intimate and limited\, so get your tickets now!\nAll performances are at:\nSt. John’s Episcopal Church\, DiMauro Hall\n​96 Otis Street\, Newtonville\, MA
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/newton-theatre-company-presents-our-town/2026-01-24/1/
LOCATION:Saint John’s Episcopal Church\, 96 Otis Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02460\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Theater
ORGANIZER;CN="Newton Theatre Company":MAILTO:info@newtontheatrecompany.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260123T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260123T170000
DTSTAMP:20260513T184551
CREATED:20251219T150044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T150044Z
UID:10023561-1769155200-1769187600@newtonculture.org
SUMMARY:Newton Theatre Company Presents: OUR TOWN
DESCRIPTION:Experience this beloved classic up close with our exceptional professional cast in an intimate venue where every seat brings you into the heart of Grover’s Corners. \nWilder’s Pulitzer Prize winning play is a profound meditation on love\, loss\, and the precious ordinary moments that define our lives told in Newton Theatre Company’s signature style—immediate\, personal\, and unforgettable. \nIntimate staging. Beloved actors. Our original vision. \nLimited seating. Reserve soon. Tickets will sell out. \nOur Town will run for three weekends. Tickets available now!\n​\n​Friday\, January 16th at 8pm\nSaturday\, January 17th at 2pm\nSaturday\, January 17th at 8pm \nFriday\, January 23rd at 8pm\nSaturday\, January 24th at 2pm\n​Saturday\, January 24th at 8pm \nFriday\, January 30th at 8pm\nSaturday\, January 31st at 2pm\n​Saturday\, January 31st at 8pm \nSeating is intimate and limited\, so get your tickets now!\nAll performances are at:\nSt. John’s Episcopal Church\, DiMauro Hall\n​96 Otis Street\, Newtonville\, MA
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/newton-theatre-company-presents-our-town/2026-01-23/
LOCATION:Saint John’s Episcopal Church\, 96 Otis Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02460\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Theater
ORGANIZER;CN="Newton Theatre Company":MAILTO:info@newtontheatrecompany.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T160000
DTSTAMP:20260513T184551
CREATED:20251219T150044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T150044Z
UID:10023560-1768658400-1768665600@newtonculture.org
SUMMARY:Newton Theatre Company Presents: OUR TOWN
DESCRIPTION:Experience this beloved classic up close with our exceptional professional cast in an intimate venue where every seat brings you into the heart of Grover’s Corners. \nWilder’s Pulitzer Prize winning play is a profound meditation on love\, loss\, and the precious ordinary moments that define our lives told in Newton Theatre Company’s signature style—immediate\, personal\, and unforgettable. \nIntimate staging. Beloved actors. Our original vision. \nLimited seating. Reserve soon. Tickets will sell out. \nOur Town will run for three weekends. Tickets available now!\n​\n​Friday\, January 16th at 8pm\nSaturday\, January 17th at 2pm\nSaturday\, January 17th at 8pm \nFriday\, January 23rd at 8pm\nSaturday\, January 24th at 2pm\n​Saturday\, January 24th at 8pm \nFriday\, January 30th at 8pm\nSaturday\, January 31st at 2pm\n​Saturday\, January 31st at 8pm \nSeating is intimate and limited\, so get your tickets now!\nAll performances are at:\nSt. John’s Episcopal Church\, DiMauro Hall\n​96 Otis Street\, Newtonville\, MA
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/newton-theatre-company-presents-our-town/2026-01-17/2/
LOCATION:Saint John’s Episcopal Church\, 96 Otis Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02460\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Theater
ORGANIZER;CN="Newton Theatre Company":MAILTO:info@newtontheatrecompany.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T170000
DTSTAMP:20260513T184551
CREATED:20251219T150044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T150044Z
UID:10023559-1768636800-1768669200@newtonculture.org
SUMMARY:Newton Theatre Company Presents: OUR TOWN
DESCRIPTION:Experience this beloved classic up close with our exceptional professional cast in an intimate venue where every seat brings you into the heart of Grover’s Corners. \nWilder’s Pulitzer Prize winning play is a profound meditation on love\, loss\, and the precious ordinary moments that define our lives told in Newton Theatre Company’s signature style—immediate\, personal\, and unforgettable. \nIntimate staging. Beloved actors. Our original vision. \nLimited seating. Reserve soon. Tickets will sell out. \nOur Town will run for three weekends. Tickets available now!\n​\n​Friday\, January 16th at 8pm\nSaturday\, January 17th at 2pm\nSaturday\, January 17th at 8pm \nFriday\, January 23rd at 8pm\nSaturday\, January 24th at 2pm\n​Saturday\, January 24th at 8pm \nFriday\, January 30th at 8pm\nSaturday\, January 31st at 2pm\n​Saturday\, January 31st at 8pm \nSeating is intimate and limited\, so get your tickets now!\nAll performances are at:\nSt. John’s Episcopal Church\, DiMauro Hall\n​96 Otis Street\, Newtonville\, MA
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/newton-theatre-company-presents-our-town/2026-01-17/1/
LOCATION:Saint John’s Episcopal Church\, 96 Otis Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02460\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Theater
ORGANIZER;CN="Newton Theatre Company":MAILTO:info@newtontheatrecompany.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T220000
DTSTAMP:20260513T184551
CREATED:20251219T150044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T150044Z
UID:10023558-1768593600-1768600800@newtonculture.org
SUMMARY:Newton Theatre Company Presents: OUR TOWN
DESCRIPTION:Experience this beloved classic up close with our exceptional professional cast in an intimate venue where every seat brings you into the heart of Grover’s Corners. \nWilder’s Pulitzer Prize winning play is a profound meditation on love\, loss\, and the precious ordinary moments that define our lives told in Newton Theatre Company’s signature style—immediate\, personal\, and unforgettable. \nIntimate staging. Beloved actors. Our original vision. \nLimited seating. Reserve soon. Tickets will sell out. \nOur Town will run for three weekends. Tickets available now!\n​\n​Friday\, January 16th at 8pm\nSaturday\, January 17th at 2pm\nSaturday\, January 17th at 8pm \nFriday\, January 23rd at 8pm\nSaturday\, January 24th at 2pm\n​Saturday\, January 24th at 8pm \nFriday\, January 30th at 8pm\nSaturday\, January 31st at 2pm\n​Saturday\, January 31st at 8pm \nSeating is intimate and limited\, so get your tickets now!\nAll performances are at:\nSt. John’s Episcopal Church\, DiMauro Hall\n​96 Otis Street\, Newtonville\, MA
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/newton-theatre-company-presents-our-town/2026-01-16/
LOCATION:Saint John’s Episcopal Church\, 96 Otis Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02460\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Theater
ORGANIZER;CN="Newton Theatre Company":MAILTO:info@newtontheatrecompany.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T210000
DTSTAMP:20260513T184551
CREATED:20251230T172438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T172439Z
UID:10023567-1767897000-1767906000@newtonculture.org
SUMMARY:West Newton Cinema presents Ty Burr's Movie Club: Her
DESCRIPTION:TY BURR’S MOVIE CLUB is hosted by the nationally recognized film critic Ty Burr. \nEach month Ty presents and discusses one of his favorite films with the audience. His selections span the spectrum from classics that have stood the test of time to contemporary films that merit a second viewing. \nABOUT THE FILM\nIn the near future\, a lonely writer develops an unlikely relationship with an operating system designed to meet his every need.
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/west-newton-cinema-presents-ty-burrs-movie-club-her/
LOCATION:West Newton Cinema\, 1296 Washington Street\, West Newton\, MA\, 02465\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Community Event,Film and Media
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ORGANIZER;CN="West Newton Cinema Foundation":MAILTO:kbrown@mit.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T140000
DTSTAMP:20260513T184551
CREATED:20251201T205741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T205747Z
UID:10023551-1765013400-1765029600@newtonculture.org
SUMMARY:FUUSN presents Holiday Fair
DESCRIPTION:The FUUSN Holiday Fair is a fun\, festive event on Saturday\, December 6. Join us as the Parish Hall is transformed into a Holiday marketplace. Shop for gifts\, toys\, homemade baked goods\, wreath\,s and swags. The Baked Goods table is overflowing with homemade cookies\, cakes and sweets\, pick up a fresh green wreath\, topped with a colorful bow.  Buy a ticket for the Quilt Raffle. You might win a handmade quilt. There’s a holiday caroling session open to all who want to join. Come one\, come all to the FUUSN Holiday Fair.
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/fuusn-presents-holiday-fair/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton\, 1326 Washington St\, Newton\, MA\, 02465\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Free Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="FUUSN":MAILTO:office@fusn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T133000
DTSTAMP:20260513T184551
CREATED:20251112T184037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T184037Z
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SUMMARY:Sy Montgomery & E.B. Bartels: A Turtle Celebration
DESCRIPTION:West Newton Cinema Reads and Newtonville Books present: \nFamed naturalist Sy Montgomery\, author of THE TRUE AND LUCKY LIFE OF A TURTLE\, and E. B. Bartels\, author of GOOD GRIEF\, together for a talk and book signing to benefit the Turtle Survival Alliance! \nOur day begins with a turtle meet and greet. Sy and E.B. will then share big-screen stories and more from their animal adventures\, followed by a Q&A. Guests are invited to stay for a screening of THE SLOWEST STAMPEDE ON EARTH and join Sy and E.B. for a book signing in our lobby. \nAnd don’t forget to bid on items—like turtle quilts—in the silent auction! \nThe day’s events:\n11am-11:30:\nTurtle meet & greet; mingle in the lobby to browse books & turtle merch & bid on the silent auction items\n11:30-12:30:\nAuthors talk books & turtles\, followed by a Q&A\, in the theater\n12:30-1:30:\nJoin us for a screening of THE SLOWEST STAMPEDE ON EARTH (20 mins\, in the theater) & a book signing (in the lobby) \nNational Book Award finalist and New York Times bestseller SY MONTGOMERY is the author of thirty-nine books for both adults and children\, including Soul of an Octopus and Of Time and Turtles\, and has been honored with a Sibert Medal\, three Sibert Honors\, two Science Book and Film Prizes from the National Association for the Advancement of Science\, four honorary degrees\, and many other awards. She lives in Hancock\, New Hampshire\, with her husband\, Howard Mansfield\, and their border collie\, Thurber. \nE.B. BARTELS is a nonfiction writer\, a teacher\, an editor\, and a former bookseller with an MFA from Columbia. She is the author of Good Grief: On Loving Pets\, Here and Hereafter (out in paperback from Mariner Books/HarperCollins on 11/11/25)\, a narrative nonfiction book about loving and losing animals\, which has received positive press from many media outlets including The Associated Press\, NPR\, The Boston Globe\, WBUR\, Kinship\, Psychology Today\, and the American Kennel Club\, and which has been translated into Korean. Her essays and interviews have appeared in Salon\, Slate\, WBUR\, Literary Hub\, Catapult\, Electric Literature\, The Believer\, and The Rumpus\, among others. E.B. lives in Arlington\, Massachusetts\, with her husband (Richie)\, her son (Luca)\, and a pair of red-footed tortoises (Terrence and Twyla).
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/sy-montgomery-e-b-bartels-a-turtle-celebration/
LOCATION:West Newton Cinema\, 1296 Washington Street\, West Newton\, MA\, 02465\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Community Event,Culture and Education,Film and Media
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ORGANIZER;CN="West Newton Cinema Foundation":MAILTO:kbrown@mit.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T203000
DTSTAMP:20260513T184551
CREATED:20251103T141310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T141310Z
UID:10023530-1763058600-1763065800@newtonculture.org
SUMMARY:Ty Burr's Movie Club: Children of Men
DESCRIPTION:TY BURR’S MOVIE CLUB is hosted by the nationally recognized film critic Ty Burr. \nEach month Ty presents and discusses one of his favorite films with the audience. His selections span the spectrum from classics that have stood the test of time to contemporary films that merit a second viewing. \nABOUT THE FILM\nIn 2027\, in a chaotic world in which women have become somehow infertile\, a former activist agrees to help transport a miraculously pregnant woman to a sanctuary at sea.
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/ty-burrs-movie-club-children-of-men/
LOCATION:West Newton Cinema\, 1296 Washington Street\, West Newton\, MA\, 02465\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Community Event,Film and Media
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ORGANIZER;CN="West Newton Cinema Foundation":MAILTO:kbrown@mit.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251102T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251102T170000
DTSTAMP:20260513T184551
CREATED:20251027T182211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T182211Z
UID:10023525-1762095600-1762102800@newtonculture.org
SUMMARY:40th Anniversary Boston Jazz Voices Concert
DESCRIPTION:Join Boston Jazz Voices as we celebrate 40 years of making beautiful music together.\nThe group was founded in 1985 by a bunch of barbershoppers looking to expand their musicianship by singing the great arrangements of Gene Puerling\, The Singers Unlimited\, and The Hi-Los. This concert will include songs from each decade of our history.\nReception to follow.
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/40th-anniversary-boston-jazz-voices-concert/
LOCATION:The Allen Center\, 35 Webster St\, WEST NEWTON\, MA\, 02465\, United States
CATEGORIES:At the Allen Center,Community Event,Free Event,Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T170000
DTSTAMP:20260513T184551
CREATED:20251008T172437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T172437Z
UID:10023513-1761292800-1761498000@newtonculture.org
SUMMARY:Jack Lemmon: A Centennial Tribute!
DESCRIPTION:Our hottest event of the season\, West Newton Cinema will present the Jack Lemmon 100th Anniversary Celebration from October 24–26\, 2025\, marking the centenary of the birth of one of Hollywood’s most celebrated actors and Newton’s own native son. \nOne of the most beloved actors in movie history\, Jack Lemmon (1925–2001) was born John Uhler Lemmon III\, in Newton\, Massachusetts. He grew up in Newton Center and attended Ward Elementary\, the Rivers School\, and Andover. After Harvard University\, where he was president of the Hasty Pudding Club\, and a brief stint in the Navy\, Lemmon moved to New York City and made his start in radio and early television before transitioning to film roles. Over five decades and more than sixty films\, Lemmon built a career as one of Hollywood’s most versatile actors\, known for his witty\, relatable “everyman” persona. \nThe three-day program will feature screenings of Jack Lemmon’s most acclaimed films\, a commemorative reception\, and a special conversation with members of the Lemmon family. Courtney Lemmon\, Chris Lemmon\, and Sydney Lemmon will take part in the event\, celebrating their father and grandfather’s enduring legacy.
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/jack-lemmon-a-centennial-tribute/
LOCATION:West Newton Cinema\, 1296 Washington Street\, West Newton\, MA\, 02465\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Community Event,Culture and Education,Film and Media
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ORGANIZER;CN="West Newton Cinema Foundation":MAILTO:kbrown@mit.edu
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