NAA presents A Demo With Ken Goshen

DEMO: Ken Goshen – Oil, Portrait Underpainting Zoom Underpainting is a humble technique that holds tremendous power. This monochromatic foundation layer quietly establishes proportions and composition, allowing artists to refine their vision and to lay the groundwork for vibrant colors to flourish. The Old Masters revered this method for its reliable guidance in achieving accurate…

The Allen Center Presents a Book Talk

Allen Center for the Arts 35 Webster St, WEST NEWTON, MA, United States

Book Talk: A History of Boston Thursday, February 8, 7:30 pm Join Daniel Dain & Peter Vanderwarker for an intriguing conversation about the central role that density, diversity, and good urban design play in the success of cities like Boston. Enjoy a free evening at The Allen Center with refreshments included.

New Art Center presents A Comedy Show

New Art Center 61 Washington Park, Newton, MA, United States

Join us for an evening of laughter and good times at the New Art Center! We have a great show planned with some of the funniest comedians in town! This in-person event will take place on Saturday, February 10th, 2023 at 8:00 PM (Eastern Daylight Time). At the New Art Center, you’ll find a cozy…

Lunar New Year: Year of the Dragon

New Art Center 61 Washington Park, Newton, MA, United States

Join the New Art Center as we celebrate the year of the dragon with a fun, FREE event for all ages! The year of the dragon is meant to bring growth, progress, and abundance. Art educators will lead participants through different make-and-take activities: coloring pages (illustrated by our Guest Artist Nell Valle), draw-along dragons, paper…

Free

FUUSN Musicians Annual Concert

First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton 1326 Washington St, Newton, MA, United States

Come and hear the wonderful musicians of the First Unitarian Universalist Society in concert on Sunday, February 11, 2024 at 2pm in the FUUSN Sanctuary. This concert is a fundraiser for the UU Urban Ministry. You’ll hear classical chamber music by renowned pianist Lois Shapiro, as well as performances by Paul Antonucci and Debra Minard.…

Free

Vintage Valentines

Durant-Kenrick House and Grounds 286 Waverley Ave,, Newton, MA

Looking for a family activity for Valentine's Day? Come craft the perfect valentine at our heartwarming event! Join us for a fun-filled workshop where you can express your creativity together. Create personalized Valentine's Day cards using materials inspired by our collection. This workshop is the perfect opportunity to bond with family members and spread love…

Free – $15

Pro Arte presents the Conifer Quartet

Allen Center for the Arts 35 Webster St, WEST NEWTON, MA, United States

This second concert in the Salon Series brings back the Conifer Quartet made up of Pro Arte's fantastic group of string players. They present a program featuring favorites for string quartet by Haydn, Milhaud, and Beethoven. Joseph Haydn String Quartet Op. 33 No. 6 Darius Milhaud String Quartet No. 1 Ludwig van Beethoven String Quartet…

Vintage Valentines (21+)

Durant-Kenrick House and Grounds 286 Waverley Ave,, Newton, MA

Thinking about what to do for Valentine’s Day this year? Craft unique valentines using materials inspired by the museum's collection, Come craft the perfect valentine at our heartwarming event! Join us for an evening of creativity, love, and fun. All materials provided. Let's celebrate love together! This event is open to adults 21 and older…

$20 – $25