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Newton Free Library presents: Twisted Sisters – Killer Hurricanes of the 1950s
Newton Free Library presents: Twisted Sisters – Killer Hurricanes of the 1950s
Join Eamon McCarthy Earls for a wild ride as he dives into the history of the Twisted Sisters, four storms – Carol, Edna, Connie and Diane – that hammered New England and the Northeast all in a period of 12 months during the 1950s. These storms brought devastating winds, pounding waves, record tidal surges and…
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Newton Art Association presents: Demo with Lisa Regopoulos
Newton Art Association presents: Demo with Lisa Regopoulos
When Realism meets Impressionism in pastel, that’s where the excitement begins for Massachusetts artist Lisa Regopoulos. That’s how she likes to paint. It need not be a specific object, but a strong shape or pleasing color harmony combined with movement and texture that get transformed into an impressionistic pastel. First impressions of a scene, life…
Newton Theatre Kids presents: Fall Classes – Charlotte’s Web
Newton Theatre Kids presents: Fall Classes – Charlotte’s Web
Join lovable pig Wilbur and his best friend, Charlotte the spider, in this fun, heartwarming re-telling of E.B. White's classic story, Charlotte’s Web. We've got dancing, acting, scenery-making, and parts for everybody! Tuition: $385. Open to Students in Grades K-5 Location for all classes: FUUSN - First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton 1326 Washington St, Newton, MA…
Newton Theatre Kids presents: Fall Classes – Devising Ensemble
Newton Theatre Kids presents: Fall Classes – Devising Ensemble
Join NTK’s all new Devising Ensemble! Our first program for middle schoolers gives participants the opportunity to explore new forms of performance and hone their artistic skills, all while creating an original piece of theatre as an ensemble. Specifically tailored to the interests of the students, this class is an excellent opportunity for young performers…
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Storied Nights – Open-Mic Storytelling at the Hyde Bandshell
Storied Nights – Open-Mic Storytelling at the Hyde Bandshell
Come listen to great stories, or, put your name in the hat to tell your own, true, 5-minute story. Bring your friends, a picnic and libations. Come enjoy the outdoors while we can! Story Theme: "Fall" Tell us about a time when you took a fall (literal or otherwise); or when you fell in love,…
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New Art Center presents: Pastel Landscapes
New Art Center presents: Pastel Landscapes
Capture the beauty of the seasons with the immediacy of dry pastel in this Zoom class. Working from photos, explore how to build a landscape using many layers of colors. After taking this class, you will be ready to draw landscapes from life using a medium that is easy to carry! All levels welcome, but…
Newton Theatre Kids presents: Fall Classes – Charlotte’s Web
Newton Theatre Kids presents: Fall Classes – Charlotte’s Web
Join lovable pig Wilbur and his best friend, Charlotte the spider, in this fun, heartwarming re-telling of E.B. White's classic story, Charlotte’s Web. We've got dancing, acting, scenery-making, and parts for everybody! Tuition: $385. Open to Students in Grades K-5 Location for all classes: FUUSN - First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton 1326 Washington St, Newton, MA…
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New Art Center presents: Site Specific Dance – For All Movers, Artists, and Dancers
New Art Center presents: Site Specific Dance – For All Movers, Artists, and Dancers
Improvise and make dances (all levels are invited) live, and, in-person, inspired by the world around you: your kitchen, your car, a skyscraper, a park bench. You will receive prompts one week in advance of class to inspire you to create a short movement piece. These short dances (~1 min) can provide a jumping-off point…
Newton Free Library presents: Poetry Series and Open Mic
Newton Free Library presents: Poetry Series and Open Mic
Marcia Karp, Kevin Gallagher and Janet Sylvester will give virtual readings in this year's first poetry series event. An open mike will follow with a limit of one poem per person, limited slots are available. Sign ups for the open mic will happen during the actual session. The series is facilitated by Doug Holder of Ibetston…
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Newton Theatre Kids presents: Fall Classes – Charlotte’s Web
Newton Theatre Kids presents: Fall Classes – Charlotte’s Web
Join lovable pig Wilbur and his best friend, Charlotte the spider, in this fun, heartwarming re-telling of E.B. White's classic story, Charlotte’s Web. We've got dancing, acting, scenery-making, and parts for everybody! Tuition: $385. Open to Students in Grades K-5 Location for all classes: FUUSN - First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton 1326 Washington St, Newton, MA…
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Newton Theatre Kids presents: Fall Classes – Charlotte’s Web
Newton Theatre Kids presents: Fall Classes – Charlotte’s Web
Join lovable pig Wilbur and his best friend, Charlotte the spider, in this fun, heartwarming re-telling of E.B. White's classic story, Charlotte’s Web. We've got dancing, acting, scenery-making, and parts for everybody! Tuition: $385. Open to Students in Grades K-5 Location for all classes: FUUSN - First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton 1326 Washington St, Newton, MA…
Newton Theatre Kids presents: Fall Classes – Devising Ensemble
Newton Theatre Kids presents: Fall Classes – Devising Ensemble
Join NTK’s all new Devising Ensemble! Our first program for middle schoolers gives participants the opportunity to explore new forms of performance and hone their artistic skills, all while creating an original piece of theatre as an ensemble. Specifically tailored to the interests of the students, this class is an excellent opportunity for young performers…
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Smithsonian Magazine’s Museum Day with Historic Newton
Smithsonian Magazine’s Museum Day with Historic Newton
Visit Historic Newton at the Jackson Homestead or the Durant-Kenrick House and Grounds for Smithsonian Magazine's Museum Day, a one-day event in which participating museums and cultural institutions across the country provide free entry to anyone presenting a Museum Day ticket. Participants are allowed to download one ticket per email address. The ticket provides free general admission on…
Scandinavian Cultural Center presents: Karin Larsson – Consummate Needle Craft Artist
Scandinavian Cultural Center presents: Karin Larsson – Consummate Needle Craft Artist
Please join us for a virtual lecture with needlecraft expert Pat Olski. Karin Larsson was a co creator of the home décor and lifestyle movement that we have come to know as “Swedish Style”. Often eclipsed by her famous artist husband, Carl, her imaginative tapestries and textiles are now as revered as his paintings which…
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New Art Center presents: Pastel Landscapes
New Art Center presents: Pastel Landscapes
Capture the beauty of the seasons with the immediacy of dry pastel in this Zoom class. Working from photos, explore how to build a landscape using many layers of colors. After taking this class, you will be ready to draw landscapes from life using a medium that is easy to carry! All levels welcome, but…
Newton Theatre Kids presents: Fall Classes – Charlotte’s Web
Newton Theatre Kids presents: Fall Classes – Charlotte’s Web
Join lovable pig Wilbur and his best friend, Charlotte the spider, in this fun, heartwarming re-telling of E.B. White's classic story, Charlotte’s Web. We've got dancing, acting, scenery-making, and parts for everybody! Tuition: $385. Open to Students in Grades K-5 Location for all classes: FUUSN - First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton 1326 Washington St, Newton, MA…
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New Art Center presents: Let’s Put On A Play! – GR 3-5
New Art Center presents: Let’s Put On A Play! – GR 3-5
Children will explore theater games, stories and shorter character pieces, using imagination and creative skills, in this exciting class. Have fun as you develop self confidence and showmanship while working with award winning actor and sought-after Boston drama teacher Danny Bolton. Many of you know Danny as New Art Center’s summer performance instructor since 2004.…
New Art Center presents: Site Specific Dance – For All Movers, Artists, and Dancers
New Art Center presents: Site Specific Dance – For All Movers, Artists, and Dancers
Improvise and make dances (all levels are invited) live, and, in-person, inspired by the world around you: your kitchen, your car, a skyscraper, a park bench. You will receive prompts one week in advance of class to inspire you to create a short movement piece. These short dances (~1 min) can provide a jumping-off point…
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Newton Theatre Kids presents: Fall Classes – Charlotte’s Web
Newton Theatre Kids presents: Fall Classes – Charlotte’s Web
Join lovable pig Wilbur and his best friend, Charlotte the spider, in this fun, heartwarming re-telling of E.B. White's classic story, Charlotte’s Web. We've got dancing, acting, scenery-making, and parts for everybody! Tuition: $385. Open to Students in Grades K-5 Location for all classes: FUUSN - First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton 1326 Washington St, Newton, MA…
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Newton Theatre Kids presents: Fall Classes – Charlotte’s Web
Newton Theatre Kids presents: Fall Classes – Charlotte’s Web
Join lovable pig Wilbur and his best friend, Charlotte the spider, in this fun, heartwarming re-telling of E.B. White's classic story, Charlotte’s Web. We've got dancing, acting, scenery-making, and parts for everybody! Tuition: $385. Open to Students in Grades K-5 Location for all classes: FUUSN - First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton 1326 Washington St, Newton, MA…
Newton Theatre Kids presents: Fall Classes – Devising Ensemble
Newton Theatre Kids presents: Fall Classes – Devising Ensemble
Join NTK’s all new Devising Ensemble! Our first program for middle schoolers gives participants the opportunity to explore new forms of performance and hone their artistic skills, all while creating an original piece of theatre as an ensemble. Specifically tailored to the interests of the students, this class is an excellent opportunity for young performers…
Postponed-Newton Free Library presents: You Came Through The Ruins – Tagore’s Songs and Poems of Life and Renewal
Postponed-Newton Free Library presents: You Came Through The Ruins – Tagore’s Songs and Poems of Life and Renewal
Join Maitreyee Chakraborty and friends for a special concert that will focus on the works of the Bengali poet, Rabindranath Tagore. He was a writer, playwright, composer, philosopher, social reformer and painter who won the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1913. Maitreyee is trained in the classical Indian vocal tradition. When the world crumbles around…
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Scandinavian Cultural Center presents: Snapshots – Traveling with the Poet Hans Christian Andersen
Scandinavian Cultural Center presents: Snapshots – Traveling with the Poet Hans Christian Andersen
“To travel is to live,” said Danish fairytale author, H.C. Andersen. See his words come to life in “Snapshots,” an art exhibition by Danish artist, Susanne Thea. H.C. Andersen is known for his world-famous fairytales from “The Little Mermaid” to “The Ugly Duckling,” “The Emperor’s New Clothes,” and many more. Exhibit will be on display…
New Art Center presents: Xscape Into Comix
New Art Center presents: Xscape Into Comix
Craft your reality in the world of comics and sequential storytelling with cartoonist LJ-Baptiste! Learn the tools of the trade for making your own cast of characters, stories, and gags! In this workshop for grades 3-5, we focus on the art of crafting original character-driven comics and cartoons, while also studying the work of pros…
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New Art Center presents: Pastel Landscapes
New Art Center presents: Pastel Landscapes
Capture the beauty of the seasons with the immediacy of dry pastel in this Zoom class. Working from photos, explore how to build a landscape using many layers of colors. After taking this class, you will be ready to draw landscapes from life using a medium that is easy to carry! All levels welcome, but…
Newton Theatre Kids presents: Fall Classes – Charlotte’s Web
Newton Theatre Kids presents: Fall Classes – Charlotte’s Web
Join lovable pig Wilbur and his best friend, Charlotte the spider, in this fun, heartwarming re-telling of E.B. White's classic story, Charlotte’s Web. We've got dancing, acting, scenery-making, and parts for everybody! Tuition: $385. Open to Students in Grades K-5 Location for all classes: FUUSN - First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton 1326 Washington St, Newton, MA…
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New Art Center presents: Let’s Put On A Play! – GR 3-5
New Art Center presents: Let’s Put On A Play! – GR 3-5
Children will explore theater games, stories and shorter character pieces, using imagination and creative skills, in this exciting class. Have fun as you develop self confidence and showmanship while working with award winning actor and sought-after Boston drama teacher Danny Bolton. Many of you know Danny as New Art Center’s summer performance instructor since 2004.…
New Art Center presents: Site Specific Dance – For All Movers, Artists, and Dancers
New Art Center presents: Site Specific Dance – For All Movers, Artists, and Dancers
Improvise and make dances (all levels are invited) live, and, in-person, inspired by the world around you: your kitchen, your car, a skyscraper, a park bench. You will receive prompts one week in advance of class to inspire you to create a short movement piece. These short dances (~1 min) can provide a jumping-off point…
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Newton Theatre Kids presents: Fall Classes – Charlotte’s Web
Newton Theatre Kids presents: Fall Classes – Charlotte’s Web
Join lovable pig Wilbur and his best friend, Charlotte the spider, in this fun, heartwarming re-telling of E.B. White's classic story, Charlotte’s Web. We've got dancing, acting, scenery-making, and parts for everybody! Tuition: $385. Open to Students in Grades K-5 Location for all classes: FUUSN - First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton 1326 Washington St, Newton, MA…
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Newton Theatre Kids presents: Fall Classes – Charlotte’s Web
Newton Theatre Kids presents: Fall Classes – Charlotte’s Web
Join lovable pig Wilbur and his best friend, Charlotte the spider, in this fun, heartwarming re-telling of E.B. White's classic story, Charlotte’s Web. We've got dancing, acting, scenery-making, and parts for everybody! Tuition: $385. Open to Students in Grades K-5 Location for all classes: FUUSN - First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton 1326 Washington St, Newton, MA…
Newton Theatre Kids presents: Fall Classes – Devising Ensemble
Newton Theatre Kids presents: Fall Classes – Devising Ensemble
Join NTK’s all new Devising Ensemble! Our first program for middle schoolers gives participants the opportunity to explore new forms of performance and hone their artistic skills, all while creating an original piece of theatre as an ensemble. Specifically tailored to the interests of the students, this class is an excellent opportunity for young performers…
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New Art Center presents: Xscape Into Comix
New Art Center presents: Xscape Into Comix
Craft your reality in the world of comics and sequential storytelling with cartoonist LJ-Baptiste! Learn the tools of the trade for making your own cast of characters, stories, and gags! In this workshop for grades 3-5, we focus on the art of crafting original character-driven comics and cartoons, while also studying the work of pros…
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Historic Newton’s Homestead Hayfest
Historic Newton’s Homestead Hayfest
Step back into the 19th century to try activities, such as apple cider pressing and butter churning, that were once part of life at the Jackson Homestead. Everyone is welcome at our free, family-friendly festival in the back yard of the Jackson Homestead.