Pro Arte Chamber Orchestra presents Treasures of Youth and Age

Second Church in Newton 60 Highland St., West Newton, MA, United States

Pro Arte’s 47th season opens with Louisville-based conductor Gabriel Lefkowitz leading an expressive program for the strings, principal clarinetist Ian Greitzer, and principal bassoonist Ronald Haroutunian. In her Canyons, from 2018, Tanner Porter paints nature at its most jagged, imposing, and majestic. A work like no other, Richard Strauss’s vibrant Duett-Concertino features writing so organic,…

$15 – $60

Historic Newton presents Museum Makerdays: Toymaking

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

The school day is over early, and the museum is open! On Newton Public School’s special early release days, stop by Durant-Kenrick House & Grounds to try out a handicraft and make something new to take home with you. This month’s theme is toymaking! Explore the history of the craft and make your own working…

Historic Newton presents Trick-or-Treat at Durant-Kenrick

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

Add Historic Newton to your trick-or-treating route! On Halloween night, stop by the Durant-Kenrick House and Grounds to fill your treat bag with candy, a coloring page, and a coupon for a free return visit to the museum.

Free

Boston Baroque presents The X-tet

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

Join Boston Baroque for an intimate concert with the X-tet, Boston Baroque's premier period chamber ensemble, in the Great Hall at The Allen Center in Newton, MA. Prepare to be captivated by a diverse selection of works by many rarely-heard female composers of the 17th century. Featuring Soprano Sonja DuToit Tengblad. This program will also include…

Uncovering Your Home’s History

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

Are you curious about the history of your home but don’t know where to start? In this workshop, learn from the lead researcher of our House Marker Program. We’ll guide you through using available resources and creating a matrix of information about a property, and you’ll leave with a toolkit for continuing your own research…

$50

Susan Adler: A Life Seen, A Legacy Remembered

The Allen Center will host a reception for their upcoming exhibit, "Susan Adler: A Life Seen, A Legacy Remembered" on Saturday, November 2 at 6:30pm in celebration of Susan Seidner Adler's life and work. The exhibition of her figure paintings and soft figurines will be on display in The Allen Center gallery from November 2…

Free

Bay Colony Brass presents: Space and Beyond

Second Church in Newton 60 Highland St., West Newton, MA, United States

Music director Philip Sanborn leads Newton's 20-member BAY COLONY BRASS in a wide-ranging concert including Richard Strauss’ Fanfare from “Also Sprach Zarathustra,” Hoagy Carmichael’s “Stardust,” and selections from Gustav Holst’s monumental work, “The Planets.” This program is supported in part by a grant from the Newton Cultural Council, a local council that is supported by…

Free

Chamber Music for Your Cause…

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

Chamber Music for Your Cause… Sunday, November 3, 4:00 pm The Allen Center hosts a concert as part of the Chamber Music For Your Cause concert series. This event is organized by Paulette Bowes featuring Brahms' dynamic Clarinet Quintet and benefitting Shelter Music Boston.

West Newton Cinema presents Gen X series: The Breakfast Club

West Newton Cinema 1296 Washington Street, West Newton, MA, United States

This Friday, we invite you to step back, reconnect, and share a laugh together at our first Gen X Series film, THE BREAKFAST CLUB—the iconic story of five teens who, despite their differences, learn to find common ground. Brad Abraham, seasoned screenwriter and creator of the comic series Mixtape, together with Susannah Gora, pop culture…

West Newton Cinema presents Behind the Screen: ANORA

West Newton Cinema 1296 Washington Street, West Newton, MA, United States

Join us at West Newton Cinema for a special screening of Sean Baker’s critically acclaimed film "Anora" followed by a panel discussion featuring Lisa Goldblatt Grace, Malcolm Turvey, and Ty Burr. Anora* is a comedy-drama about a New York exotic dancer (Mikey Madison) whose involvement with the son of a Russian oligarch (Paul Weissman) leads…