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Newton Cemetery & Arboretum presents Pond Fish Tour
Newton Cemetery and Arboretum 791 Walnut St, Newton, Massachusetts, United StatesTake 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…
Suzuki School of Newton Presents ¡Cantemos Juntos! – Student Workshop
The Allen Center 35 Webster St, WEST NEWTON, MA, United StatesThis workshop is designed for children ages 8-12 of any instrument and any level of musical training. In this workshop Lydia will teach a variety of singing games in Spanish, as well as folk songs from the Andean region of South America. The children will learn the basic dance steps and accompaniment to the songs…
Suzuki School of Newton Presents Multicultural Festival 2026
Suzuki School of Newton 1615 Beacon St, Waban, MA, United StatesCelebrate 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.
ArsNova Presents Piano in Motion: Whispers to Wildfire
Newton Presbyterian Church 75 Vernon St., Newton, MA, United StatesPianist Tianhong Yang is celebrated for her profound artistry and commanding stage presence. As a laureate of top prizes in prestigious competitions—including the Liège International Piano Competition and the Antonio Bertolini Competition in Italy—she has captivated audiences at major venues across Europe and America, such as New York’s Carnegie Hall and London’s BBC Hoddinott Hall.…
The Carroll Center for the Blind presents 14th Annual Walk for Independence!
Mount Ida Campus of UMass Amherst 100 Carlson Ave, Newton, M, United StatesJoin Us for the 14th Annual Walk for Independence! The 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)! This free event invites you to walk to raise funds for vision loss and celebrate our…
Scandinavian Cultural Center & Library Presents Midsummer Pajaki Making
Scandinavian Cultural Center 206 Waltham St, Newton, MA, United StatesMidsummer Pajaki Making Celebrate the arrival of summer by making a pajaki (mobile) with us! Hosting a fun Midsummer craft mashup! Pajakis are a traditional Polish craft–and here we marry it with a Swedish maypole! They can be small mobiles hung in your home, massive chandeliers displayed in museums, or anything in between! We will…
Newton Open Studios 2026
Various Locations Across Newton Newton, MA, United StatesNewton Open Studios returns this spring, celebrating nearly 30 years of connecting artists and the community through a vibrant, citywide open studios weekend. This 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…
Newton Open Studios 2026
Various Locations Across Newton Newton, MA, United StatesNewton Open Studios returns this spring, celebrating nearly 30 years of connecting artists and the community through a vibrant, citywide open studios weekend. This 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…
The Hyde Community Center Presents 4th Annual Newton Highlands Klezmer in the Park
Hyde Community Center 90 Lincoln St, Newton Highlands, MA, United StatesJoin us for music, dancing, and fun for the whole family at the 4rd annual Newton Highlands Klezmer Dance! We'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. Last year's klezmer dance saw about 300…
Newton Highlands Village Day
Hyde Community Center 90 Lincoln St, Newton Highlands, MA, United StatesNewton Highlands Village Day Sunday, June 14, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Join The Hyde Community Center as we celebrate community at the 49th Annual Newton Highlands Village Day happening along Lincoln Street between Walnut and Bowdoin. Stop by for great food, music, arts & crafts, and lots of fun for the whole family. Thanks to…