Life at the Lake: A Crystal Lake Walking Tour
Ever wondered about the evolution of Crystal Lake? This Newton landmark has been a spot for ice harvesting, recreational activities, famous neighbors, preservation efforts, and more. During this early morning walking tour we’ll share stories, photos, and seasonal memories as we walk all the way around the pond. Walking tours are $10 for members and…
The Aston Magna Music Festival
Allen Center for the Arts 35 Webster St, WEST NEWTON, MA, United StatesAston Magna's 51st summer festival is coming to The Allen Center on Thursday nights, featuring four varied programs, two of them planned and led by guest curators. Check their website for additional information regarding programming for each date.
Hyde Community Center presents Summer Series
Hyde Bandshell 90 Lincoln Street, Newton, MA, United StatesThe Hyde Community Center is proud to host its annual summer series featuring family-friendly concerts, movies, theater productions, and cultural celebrations. The community is invited to attend this wide range of events at the Hyde Bandstand. An all-star band of blues/roots, The Charles River Reprobates, plays at 6 PM followed by the movie Luca. The Hyde…
The Tree Nursery on Nonantum Hill: A Durant-Kenrick Walking Tour
Durant-Kenrick House and Grounds 286 Waverley Ave,, Newton, MADid you know Newton Corner was the site of one of New England’s first commercial nurseries? Put yourself back in time to when the Kenrick family cultivated fruit trees, ornamental trees, and shrubberies. Travel the original acreage of the nursery, see an 1882 Kenrick house, and visit the Durant-Kenrick House and Grounds. As nature allows,…
Hyde Community Center presents Summer Series
Hyde Bandshell 90 Lincoln Street, Newton, MA, United StatesThe Hyde Community Center is proud to host its annual summer series featuring family-friendly concerts, movies, theater productions, and cultural celebrations. The community is invited to attend this wide range of events at the Hyde Bandstand. An all-star band of blues/roots, The Charles River Reprobates, plays at 6 PM followed by the movie Luca. The Hyde…
FUUSN Chime Concert
First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton 1326 Washington St, Newton, MA, United StatesFUUSN Chime Concert Saturday, August 10, 5:00 pm Forged by the McShane foundry in 1916, the FUUSN chime consists of eleven bells housed in the tower of the First Unitarian Universalist Society’s historic landmark building. The bells range in weight from 575 pounds to 3,350 pounds, with a combined weight just shy of seven tons.…
Walking Tour: 100+ Years Ago in Auburndale
Walking Tour: 100+ Years Ago in Auburndale Wednesday, August 14, 6:00 pm Did you know that Auburndale was almost called Pigeonville? Historic Newton's newest tour takes you past sites of importance from the 18th through the early 20th century, telling you colorful stories about the people and institutions that shaped the village we know today. You’ll see…
Hyde Community Center presents Summer Series
Hyde Bandshell 90 Lincoln Street, Newton, MA, United StatesThe Hyde Community Center is proud to host its annual summer series featuring family-friendly concerts, movies, theater productions, and cultural celebrations. The community is invited to attend this wide range of events at the Hyde Bandstand. An all-star band of blues/roots, The Charles River Reprobates, plays at 6 PM followed by the movie Luca. The Hyde…
Lunchtime Pop-Ups
Allen Center for the Arts 35 Webster St, WEST NEWTON, MA, United StatesLunchtime Pop-Ups Are Back! Wednesday, August 21st and 28th, 11:30 am - 2:30 pm August 21 will feature Newton’s women-owned businesses, with lunch offered by two new entries on Newton’s food scene — Hungry Ninja (popular Vegan Sushi Salad Bowls) and NaisLee Catering (crowd-pleasing summery lunch menu). Pop-up shops of local women-owned businesses will offer…
Hyde Community Center presents Summer Series
Hyde Bandshell 90 Lincoln Street, Newton, MA, United StatesThe Hyde Community Center is proud to host its annual summer series featuring family-friendly concerts, movies, theater productions, and cultural celebrations. The community is invited to attend this wide range of events at the Hyde Bandstand. An all-star band of blues/roots, The Charles River Reprobates, plays at 6 PM followed by the movie Luca. The Hyde…