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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T113000
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SUMMARY:Hyde Community Center presents Newton Taiwan Day
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendar for the largest outdoor Taiwan festival in Massachusetts. Each year the community comes together at the Hyde Community Center to enjoy vibrant cultural performances\, delicious food\, refreshing drinks\, and a joyful celebration of Taiwanese culture. Free admission. Everyone is welcome!
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/hyde-community-center-presents-newton-taiwan-day/
LOCATION:Hyde Community Center\, 90 Lincoln St\, Newton Highlands\, MA\, 02461\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Culture and Education,Family Friendly,Festival,Free Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T173000
DTSTAMP:20260518T174912
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SUMMARY:West Newton Cinema presents Join or Die
DESCRIPTION:Directed by Rebecca Davis\, Pete Davis \nStarring Robert Putnam\, Vivek Murthy\, Eddie S. Glaude Jr.\, Raj Chetty\, Priya Parker\, Jane McAlevey\, Glenn Loury\, Hahrie Han \nTHE POWER OF BELONGING: JOIN OR DIE\nStronger communities start with showing up. \n3:00 – 4:30 PM – “Join or Die” screening\n4:30 – 5:30 PM – Club Fair in the Cinema Lobby \nThe West Newton Cinema\, together with The Boston Club\, is hosting a special screening of “Join or Die” and a post screening “joining fair” with 15 area clubs and organizations. \n“Join or Die” is a film about why you should join a club—and why the fate of America may depend on it. Follow the story of America’s civic unraveling through the journey of legendary social scientist Robert Putnam\, whose viral “Bowling Alone” research into the decline in American community lights a path out of our democracy’s present crisis. The film shows that the solution is within reach: getting involved. \nAfter the film\, connect with local clubs and organizations\, including Green Newton\, Newton Free Library\, The Boston Club\, Ty Burr’s Movie Club\, The Highland Glee Club\, Newton Camera Club\, LGBTQ Newton\, Newton Rotary\, Newton Lions Club\, Newton Women’s Forum\, Rock Voices\, and more. Discover how you can turn inspiration into action by becoming part of a community. \n 
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/west-newton-cinema-presents-join-or-die/
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:20260503T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T170000
DTSTAMP:20260518T174912
CREATED:20260325T193033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T201720Z
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SUMMARY:New Art Center Presents New Yart Sale
DESCRIPTION:Discover an extraordinary collection of original artwork spanning styles\, mediums\, and price points\, generously donated by artists from across Greater Boston. Whether you are a seasoned collector or purchasing your first piece\, the New Yart Sale offers an accessible and inspiring way to bring art into your life while supporting creative education in our community. It’s like a yard sale\, but full of ART! \n 
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/new-art-center-presents-new-yart-sale/
LOCATION:New Art Center\, 61 Washington Park\, Newton\, MA\, 02460\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,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:20260503T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T163000
DTSTAMP:20260518T174912
CREATED:20260429T164348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T164348Z
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SUMMARY:Spark Newton Presents Newton Singers Spring Concert
DESCRIPTION:Join the Newton Singers at Elevation Chapel in Newtonville for an uplifting Spring Concert\, an afternoon of music that celebrates the season and our community. This friendly\, intergenerational chorus will share a mix of jazz\, show tunes\, folk songs\, and familiar favorites—perfect for music lovers of all ages. Come hear beautiful live choral music\, sing along to songs you know\, and enjoy a spring afternoon with neighbors and friends. \nFree and open to all! \nNewton Singers Spring Concert is fiscally sponsored by Spark Newton.
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/spark-newton-presents-newton-singers-spring-concert/
LOCATION:Elevation Chapel\, 150 Lowell Avenue\, Newton\, MA\, 02460\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Free Event,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T113000
DTSTAMP:20260518T174912
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SUMMARY:Newton Cemetery & Arboretum presents Pond Fish Tour
DESCRIPTION:Take a walk through Historic Newton Cemetery & Arboretum and learn about Cold Spring Brook\, the four ponds and two lagoons on the property\, and the fish and other aquatic life that call them home. Join former Newton resident and Executive Director for Native Fish Coalition Bob Mallard as he explains the history of the property’s waterways and how everything ties together today. Suggested donation: $15. Registration is required. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/newton-cemetery-arboretum-presents-pond-fish-tour/2026-05-08/1/
LOCATION:Newton Cemetery and Arboretum\, 791 Walnut St\, Newton\, Massachusetts\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Culture and Education,Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T150000
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SUMMARY:Newton Cemetery & Arboretum presents Pond Fish Tour
DESCRIPTION:Take a walk through Historic Newton Cemetery & Arboretum and learn about Cold Spring Brook\, the four ponds and two lagoons on the property\, and the fish and other aquatic life that call them home. Join former Newton resident and Executive Director for Native Fish Coalition Bob Mallard as he explains the history of the property’s waterways and how everything ties together today. Suggested donation: $15. Registration is required. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/newton-cemetery-arboretum-presents-pond-fish-tour/2026-05-08/2/
LOCATION:Newton Cemetery and Arboretum\, 791 Walnut St\, Newton\, Massachusetts\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Culture and Education,Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T203000
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SUMMARY:The Allen Center presents Kathryn Gearon Artist Reception
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to an evening celebrating Standing Still\, a new body of work by painter Kathryn Gearon. Spend time with the paintings\, meet the artist\, and enjoy drinks and light bites. Admission is free; registration is required. Click here to register. \nAbout Standing Still: \n“My practice is rooted in drawing and painting\, yet it is the process that drives the work. Moving between abstract painting\, sculpture\, and installation\, I explore landscapes in all their forms — urban\, geographical\, imagined\, and emotional — as well as the environmental forces that shape them. These layered terrains become metaphors for the equally complex architectures within us: neural pathways\, networks of memory\, and the lingering imprints of generational influence. Urban spaces\, with their weathered walls and shifting surfaces\, are a constant reference point. They are palimpsests — marked by grime\, graffiti\, and rust — where each layer obscures the last while laying the foundation for what is to come. This continual cycle of erasure and renewal parallels the way memory\, experience\, and history accumulate in the human mind. I see remembered mark-making as a form of storytelling — each gesture a fragment of narrative that connects the past to the present. In this way\, my work weaves together personal and collective histories\, exploring how generational legacies shape identity while also carving out space for autonomy and self-definition. Through processes of layering\, obscuring\, and revealing\, I consider which marks are allowed to remain visible and which become invisible yet essential\, forming the substrate for future gestures. My work invites reflection on how the landscapes we inhabit — both external and internal — are in a constant state of transformation\, shaped by time\, environment\, and the unseen forces of the past.” -Kathryn Gearon \nProvidence native Kathryn Gearon is a painter\, teacher and an advocate for the arts. She has been painting for over 20 years\, and received her BFA from Rhode Island College in 2001\, and a MFA from The Museum School of Fine Arts at Tufts\, in 2018. She has exhibited her work extensively in galleries and public venues throughout Southern New England. \nKathryn Gearon online: https://www.kathryn-gearon.com/
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/the-allen-center-presents-kathryn-gearon-artist-reception/
LOCATION:The Allen Center\, 35 Webster St\, WEST NEWTON\, MA\, 02465\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,At the Allen Center,Community Event,Free Event,Visual Arts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Newton Cultural Alliance":MAILTO:contact@newtonculture.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T200000
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SUMMARY:Newton Art Association presents 2026 New Members Show
DESCRIPTION:The Newton Art Association presents its New Members Show at the Scandinavian Cultural Center on view May 1 – June 29\, 2026.  Featuring first-time exhibiting artists and seasoned pros alike who have joined the Newton Art Association within the past 12 months\, this exhibition is a wonderful opportunity to view new work and connect with Newton’s artist community. Participating artists are also invited to join for the Awards Ceremony and Reception on Thursday\, May 14\, from 6–8 PM.
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/newton-art-association-presents-2026-new-members-show/
LOCATION:Scandinavian Cultural Center\, 206 Waltham St\, Newton\, MA\, 02465\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Community Event,Free Event,Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T200000
DTSTAMP:20260518T174912
CREATED:20260422T153112Z
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SUMMARY:The Allen Center Presents Brush & Lens: Artist Talk with Peter Vanderwarker and Sam Belisle
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a compelling lecture demonstration on the dynamic interplay between painting and photography— and go behind the scenes with two of Newton’s most celebrated artists\, Peter Vanderwarker and Sam Belisle\, for a rare glimpse into their creative processes. All attendees will be entered to win one of two signed Peter Vanderwarker prints. Admission is free\, but registration is required. \nClick here to register. \n 
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/the-allen-center-presents-brush-lens/
LOCATION:The Allen Center\, 35 Webster St\, WEST NEWTON\, MA\, 02465\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,At the Allen Center,Community Event,Culture and Education,Free Event,Visual Arts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Newton Cultural Alliance":MAILTO:contact@newtonculture.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T203000
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SUMMARY:Scandinavian Cultural Center & Library Presents A Book Talk with Pernille Ipsen
DESCRIPTION:Book Talk with Pernille Ipsen \nJoin us for an inspiring conversation with Pernille Ipsen\, acclaimed author and historian\, on her powerful memoir My Seven Mothers: Making a Family in the Danish Women’s Movement. Ipsen\, a longtime professor of gender and women’s studies and now full-time writer\, tells the remarkable story of the seven women who raised her\, weaving together themes of family\, feminism\, community\, and radical social change. \nThrough intimate storytelling and historical insight\, My Seven Mothers asks timeless questions about identity\, belonging\, and possibility — and reminds us that new worlds are always possible. \n🗣️ Don’t miss this chance to hear Ipsen discuss her work and the lives that shaped it\, followed by audience Q&A. \nFriday\, May 15th at 7pm | Free with registration \n*Books will be available for purchase. Sales will support the programming at the SCC&L* \n“This book is a treasure\, especially for a second-wave American feminist who was thrilled to learn of the boldness and courage of our Danish sisters at the very start of the 1970s women’s movement. I can’t recommend it highly enough.” \n—Vivian Gornick\, author of Fierce Attachments \nPernille Ipsen was professor of gender and women’s studies and history at the University of Wisconsin–Madison for fifteen years and is now a full-time writer. The Danish-language version of this book\, Et åbent øjeblik (An open moment)\, was published in 2020 and was awarded the Montana Prize for literature\, one of Denmark’s top literary prizes. She divides her time between Madison and Copenhagen. \nTiina Nunnally is the award-winning translator of more than seventy books from the Scandinavian languages\, including Sigrid Undset’s epic tetralogy Olav Audunssøn\, also published by the University of Minnesota Press. She was appointed Knight of the Royal Norwegian Order of Merit for her contributions to Norwegian literature in the United States.
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/scandinavian-cultural-center-library-presents-a-book-talk-with-pernille-ipsen/
LOCATION:Scandinavian Cultural Center\, 206 Waltham St\, Newton\, MA\, 02465\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Culture and Education,Literary Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T180000
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SUMMARY:Suzuki School of Newton Presents Multicultural Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate community and creativity at the Suzuki School of Newton’s Multicultural Festival 2026\, featuring international music\, an intergenerational art show\, and a delicious global potluck. Join us on Saturday\, May 16 from 2–6 PM in Waban for an afternoon of performances\, connection\, and cultural celebration for all ages.
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/suzuki-school-of-newton-presents-multicultural-festival-2026/
LOCATION:Suzuki School of Newton\, 1615 Beacon St\, Waban\, MA\, 02468\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Culture and Education,Family Friendly,Festival,Free Event,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Suzuki School of Newton":MAILTO:email@suzukinewton.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T150000
DTSTAMP:20260518T174912
CREATED:20260427T194013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T194013Z
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SUMMARY:Newton Yacht Club Open House
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Open House at the Newton Yacht Club\, where you can explore the club’s facilities\, meet members\, and learn about our social events\, and family-friendly activities. Whether you’re an experienced boater or simply curious\, it’s a great opportunity to discover what makes the club such a special place to gather\, connect\, and enjoy life on the Charles River and beyond.
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/newton-yacht-club-open-house/
LOCATION:newton yacht club\, Nontantum Road\, Newton\, M\, 02458\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Newton Yacht Club":MAILTO:family@cuccurullo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T170000
DTSTAMP:20260518T174912
CREATED:20260504T193231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T193231Z
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SUMMARY:Historic Newton Presents Newton House Tour
DESCRIPTION:Newton House Tour\nSunday\, May 17 12:00 noon – 5:00 PM\nAdvance Tickets: $40 Historic Newton members\, $50 general\nAll Day-Of Tickets: $55\nBooklet and wristband pickup at Durant-Kenrick House and Grounds \nWelcome to Historic Newton’s 43rd annual Newton House Tour! Each year\, Historic Newton presents the Newton House Tour to showcase historic homes in the city. Each private residence is carefully selected by a committee to exhibit how homeowners have made creative renovations and interesting interior design choices that add to the life of a historic structure. You’ll come away with a greater appreciation for historic homes and inspiration for your own projects!\nPurchase tickets at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-newton-house-tour-tickets-1983542471929?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/historic-newton-presents-newton-house-tour/
LOCATION:Durant-Kenrick House and Grounds\, 286 Waverley Ave\,\, Newton\, MA\, 02458
CATEGORIES:Architecture,Art,Community Event,History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260524T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260524T183000
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SUMMARY:West Newton Cinema Reads: Perrotta & Phillips
DESCRIPTION:West Newton Cinema Reads & Newtonville Books present: \nTom Perrotta\, author of The Leftovers\, Little Children\, and Election\, and Pulitzer Prize-winning author Jayne Anne Phillips reading from\, discussing\, and signing copies of their new books\, Ghost Town and Small Town Girls\, followed by a screening of The Last Picture Show. \nTom Perrotta’s new novel\, Ghost Town\, is a gripping and darkly nostalgic tale about a tumultuous summer in 1970s suburban New Jersey\, told from the perspective of a middle-aged writer looking back on events that changed his life—and the story he finally has the courage to tell. Ghost Town reveals the way our ghosts are always with us\, even when we think we’ve left them behind. \nSmall Town Girls is Oprah’s #1 most anticipated book of 2026. Part coming-of-age story\, part social history\, this tender\, sparkling memoir is Jayne Anne Phillips’s love letter to the place and the people who have shaped her perceptions and her writing. Phillips grew up in Buckhannon\, West Virginia—dense with forests and small churches\, rich in history and misunderstandings. In her singular voice\, Phillips re-creates the place she calls home and reflects on her origins\, the mysteries of memory\, and the troubled annals of the last American centuries. \nAnd in Peter Bogdonavich’s The Last Picture Show (1971)\, adapted from Larry McMurtry’s novel\, we experience an aching portrait of a dying West. Set in Texas in the early fifties\, The Last Picture Show portrays the daily shuffles of three futureless teens—enigmatic Sonny (Timothy Bottoms)\, wayward jock Duane (Jeff Bridges)\, and rich rebel Jacy (Cybill Shepherd)—and the aging\, lost souls who bump up against them. Shot in arresting black-and-white\, this hushed depiction of crumbling American values remains a pivotal film (Criterion). \nOur event will begin with a reading and conversation between the authors in our first-floor Cinema 2\, followed by an audience Q&A and book signing in our lobby\, with books for sale courtesy of Newtonville Books. We will then return to Cinema 2 to watch The Last Picture Show. \nPANEL DISCUSSION \nTOM PERROTTA\nTom Perrotta is the author of eleven works of fiction\, including Election and Little Children\, which were made into Oscar-nominated films\, and The Leftovers and Mrs. Fletcher\, which were adapted into acclaimed HBO series. \nJAYNE ANNE PHILLIPS\nJayne Anne Phillips is the author of Black Tickets\, Machine Dreams\, Fast Lanes\, Shelter\, MotherKind\, Lark and Termite\, Quiet Dell\, and Night Watch\, which was awarded the Pulitzer Prize. Her work has been a finalist once for the National Book Award and twice for the National Book Critics Circle Award. The recipient of Guggenheim\, National Endowment for the Arts\, Howard\, Bunting\, and Rockefeller Foundation Fellowships\, she is a member of the American Academy of Arts and Letters.
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/west-newton-cinema-reads-perrotta-phillips/
LOCATION:West Newton Cinema\, 1296 Washington Street\, West Newton\, MA\, 02465\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Film and Media,Literary Arts
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ORGANIZER;CN="West Newton Cinema Foundation":MAILTO:kbrown@mit.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T213000
DTSTAMP:20260518T174912
CREATED:20260403T155808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T155808Z
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SUMMARY:Strawberry Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL 2026\n\n\n\n\nThe Newton Cultural Alliance is happy to announce this year’s 12th annual Strawberry Festival on Thursday\, May 28th from 6:30 – 9:30 pm. This year’s Strawberry Festival reveals Newton’s best-kept secrets and the hidden gems of our community. You can expect tasting events with wine and chocolate\, signature cocktails\, fabulous music\, a raise the paddle event\, and a silent auction. Mark your calendars for the year’s most anticipated social soiree! Please view our Strawberry Festival website for single tickets and corporate sponsorship opportunities.\n\n\n\n\n Get Your Strawberry Festival Tickets Here
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/strawberry-festival-2026/
LOCATION:The Allen Center\, 35 Webster St\, WEST NEWTON\, MA\, 02465\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Performing Arts
ORGANIZER;CN="Newton Cultural Alliance":MAILTO:contact@newtonculture.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T120000
DTSTAMP:20260518T174912
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SUMMARY:The Carroll Center for the Blind presents 14th Annual Walk for Independence!
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for the 14th Annual Walk for Independence! \nThe 14th Annual Walk for Independence is happening Saturday\, May 30\, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Mount Ida Campus of UMass Amherst (100 Carlson Avenue\, Newton\, MA)! \nThis free event invites you to walk to raise funds for vision loss and celebrate our community coming together to improve the lives of people with vision loss. Attendees will complete a 1\, 2\, or 3-mile walk around the Mount Ida campus\, followed by activities for all ages! \nEvent Timeline:\n– Registration: 9:00 a.m.\n– Walk Kick-Off: 10:00 a.m.\n– Post-Walk BBQ & Activities: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. \nEvent Highlights:\n– Free BBQ & Popcorn\n– Accessible Activities\n– Assistive Technology Demonstrations\n– Event Emcee: Sam Seavey\, founder of The Blind Life\n– And more! \nLearn More & Register Today: carroll.org/walk
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/the-carroll-center-for-the-blind-presents-14th-annual-walk-for-independence/
LOCATION:Mount Ida Campus of UMass Amherst\, 100 Carlson Ave\, Newton\, M\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Family Friendly,Free Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Carroll Center for the Blind":MAILTO:development@carroll.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T120000
DTSTAMP:20260518T174912
CREATED:20260518T195307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T195307Z
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SUMMARY:Scandinavian Cultural Center & Library Presents Midsummer Pajaki Making
DESCRIPTION:Midsummer Pajaki Making \nCelebrate the arrival of summer by making a pajaki (mobile) with us! \nHosting a fun Midsummer craft mashup! Pajakis are a traditional Polish craft–and here we marry it with a Swedish maypole! \nThey can be small mobiles hung in your home\, massive chandeliers displayed in museums\, or anything in between! We will decorate ours with midsummer felted flower and strawberries. Leave with your own charming summer decoration. \nAll materials will be provided. Make sure to reserve your spot early\, as space is limited! \nSaturday\, May 30th | 10am-12pm | $50 per person\, $40 for members | tickets
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/scandinavian-cultural-center-library-presents-midsummer-pajaki-making/
LOCATION:Scandinavian Cultural Center\, 206 Waltham St\, Newton\, MA\, 02465\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Community Event,Culture and Education,Family Friendly,Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T170000
DTSTAMP:20260518T174912
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UID:10024123-1780138800-1780160400@newtonculture.org
SUMMARY:Newton Open Studios 2026
DESCRIPTION:Newton Open Studios returns this spring\, celebrating nearly 30 years of connecting artists and the community through a vibrant\, citywide open studios weekend. \nThis year\, approximately 110 artists will exhibit in homes\, private studios\, and group locations across Newton\, with the New Art Center (61 Washington Park in Newtonville) serving as one of the major host sites\, featuring 20 local artists under one roof. Visitors can explore a wide range of artwork\, meet artists in person\, and plan their route using the interactive online map\, with signature red balloons marking each location. \nThe event takes place May 30 and 31st\, Saturday and Sunday\, from 11:00 AM–5:00 PM\, offering a welcoming opportunity to experience Newton’s creative community while supporting local artists and businesses. \nFor more information about attending or participating\, visit the Newton Open Studio website here.
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/newton-open-studios-2026/2026-05-30/
LOCATION:Various Locations Across Newton\, Newton\, MA\, 02465\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Community Event,Family Friendly,Free Event,Visual Arts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Newton Open Studios":MAILTO:info@newtonopenstudios.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T170000
DTSTAMP:20260518T174912
CREATED:20260518T183311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T183311Z
UID:10024124-1780225200-1780246800@newtonculture.org
SUMMARY:Newton Open Studios 2026
DESCRIPTION:Newton Open Studios returns this spring\, celebrating nearly 30 years of connecting artists and the community through a vibrant\, citywide open studios weekend. \nThis year\, approximately 110 artists will exhibit in homes\, private studios\, and group locations across Newton\, with the New Art Center (61 Washington Park in Newtonville) serving as one of the major host sites\, featuring 20 local artists under one roof. Visitors can explore a wide range of artwork\, meet artists in person\, and plan their route using the interactive online map\, with signature red balloons marking each location. \nThe event takes place May 30 and 31st\, Saturday and Sunday\, from 11:00 AM–5:00 PM\, offering a welcoming opportunity to experience Newton’s creative community while supporting local artists and businesses. \nFor more information about attending or participating\, visit the Newton Open Studio website here.
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/newton-open-studios-2026/2026-05-31/
LOCATION:Various Locations Across Newton\, Newton\, MA\, 02465\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Community Event,Family Friendly,Free Event,Visual Arts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Newton Open Studios":MAILTO:info@newtonopenstudios.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T173000
DTSTAMP:20260518T174912
CREATED:20260518T175300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T175300Z
UID:10024119-1780243200-1780248600@newtonculture.org
SUMMARY:Newton Theatre Company Presents The Monologue Project: Voices of the Blind\, Deaf\, and Physically Disabled
DESCRIPTION:Newton Theatre Company is excited to announce our 2026 Monologue Project: Voices of the Blind\, Deaf\, and Physically Disbled! \nThis event is co-sponsored by Understanding Our Differences and The City of Newton Commission on Disabilities. \nSunday\, May 31st at 4pm\n​\nJoin us at The Cooper Center for Active Living\n345 Walnut Street\, Newton MA\nin the Multi-Purpose Room \nExperience powerful monologues that bring to life the unique stories of blind\, deaf\, and physically disabled members of our Newton community. It’s a chance to connect\, learn\, and be moved by voices in our own neighborhood that often go unheard. Don’t miss this heartfelt event celebrating the diversity and resilience of our local community. \nWe start with one prompt: Tell us your story.\n​\nFree admission\, but let us know if you can join us!\nRSVP at ntc-monologue2026.eventbrite.com
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/newton-theatre-company-presents-the-monologue-project-voices-of-the-blind-deaf-and-physically-disabled/
LOCATION:St. John’s Episcopal Church\, 297 Lowell Ave\, Newton\, MA\, 02460\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Culture and Education,Free Event,Performing Arts,Theater
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ORGANIZER;CN="Newton Theatre Company":MAILTO:info@newtontheatrecompany.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T193000
DTSTAMP:20260518T174912
CREATED:20260518T213359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T213359Z
UID:10024127-1780682400-1780687800@newtonculture.org
SUMMARY:The Hyde Community Center Presents 4th Annual Newton Highlands Klezmer in the Park
DESCRIPTION:Join us for music\, dancing\, and fun for the whole family at the 4rd annual Newton Highlands Klezmer Dance! \nWe’ll dance the evening away on the field in front of the Hyde Community Center Bandstand to the sounds of the Boston Festival of New Jewish Music All Stars. \nLast year’s klezmer dance saw about 300 people at the Hyde. This year\, let’s see if we can get even more friends\, family\, and neighbors to join in the fun. \n— \nHuge thanks to our sponsors and supporters\, without whom this could not happen: The Boston Festival of New Jewish Music\, the Newton Cultural Council\, The Massachusetts Cultural Council\, Spark Newton\, and the Boston Synagogue. \n— \nFAQs \nDo I need to reserve tickets? \n– No. But your registering lets us send you a reminder about the event and any notes about the weather or other updates. \n  \nIs it free? \n– Yes. But it’s definitely not free to produce\, so your donations are always welcome. \n  \nAre kids allowed? \n– Absolutely. This is a family-friend event. Plus\, there’s a playground on the side of the field. \n  \nDo I have to dance? \n– No. You’re welcome to hang out and listen to the music. \n  \nWhat if I want to dance but don’t know how? \n– Never fear. We’ll teach you! \n  \nDo I have to be Jewish to dance to klezmer music? \n– Of course not. The music and dances come from Ashkenazi Jewish culture but we welcome everyone to join in the fun. \n  \nIs there food? \n– While there is not food provided at the bandstand\, there are plenty of restaurants offering takeout within a four minute walk. \n  \nAre there restrooms at the bandstand? \n– Restrooms are available inside the community center behind the bandstand.
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/the-hyde-community-center-presents-4th-annual-newton-highlands-klezmer-in-the-park/
LOCATION:Hyde Community Center\, 90 Lincoln St\, Newton Highlands\, MA\, 02461\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Dance,Family Friendly,Festival,Free Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T200000
DTSTAMP:20260518T174912
CREATED:20260416T150807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T145903Z
UID:10023638-1781807400-1781812800@newtonculture.org
SUMMARY:Newton Cemetery & Arboretum presents Artist Talk with Kasey Kaufman
DESCRIPTION:Join Newton Cemetery & Arboretum Artist-in-Residence Kasey Kaufman for an artist talk on her ongoing 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 \nClick here to register.
URL:https://newtonculture.org/event/newton-cemetery-arboretum-presents-artist-talk-with-kasey-kaufman/
LOCATION:Newton Cemetery and Arboretum\, 791 Walnut St\, Newton\, Massachusetts\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Community Event,Visual Arts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Newton Cemetery &amp%3B Arboretum":MAILTO:mab@newcemcorp.org
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