Newton-based composer Ruth Hertzman-Miller has created Composite Chamber Players (CCP) to bring new music by living composers to the metropolitan Boston community. CCP will present a post-holiday concert, Explorations, on January 12 at 7PM in the Keller Room at Jordan Hall (30 Gainsborough Street, Boston). The concert by four local…
Posts published in December 2024
UPDATE: This event has been rescheduled to January 13, due to illness.Newton for Everyone will host a hybrid discussion — What would it take to build 100% affordable housing in Newton? — on January 13 at 7PM, at the Congregation Dorshei Tzedek/Second Church (60 Highland Street, West Newton) and on Zoom.…
The West Suburban YMCA (WSYMCA) will host a Kickoff Event for their new Y Not? Club, a 21+ group for adults looking to connect and have fun. The event will include games, food trucks, a firepit, and more. It will take place on Monday, January 13, 7:30-9:30PM in the back…
The Newton Free Library will host a Community Song Circle with local singers Julie Crosson and Shruti Mandana on Monday, January 13, 7:30PM-8:30PM. Lyrics for folk and rock favorites will be provided, and all are invited to come together in community to sing songs new and old. No knowledge of music or…
Historic Newton will offer a hands-on embroidery workshop on January 14 at 7PM, at the Durant-Kenrick House and Grounds (286 Waverley Avenue). Participants will recreate a design inspired by an object from the museum’s collection. This beginner-friendly session is open to all skill levels, from first-time stitchers to experienced embroiderers.…
The American Red Cross will hold blood drives in Newton — for both blood and Power-Red donations: Donors must schedule an appointment beforehand, either online or by calling 800-RED-CROS (800-733-2767).
Historic Newton will present a free lecture — 18th Century Media Literacy and Bias — at the Newton Free Library’s Druker Auditorium on January 16 at 7PM. The presenter will be Michele Gabrielson, a local history teacher and historic interpreter of the 18th century. She will analyze perspective, language, and…
Newton at Home is a volunteer-based organization, helping older adults independently remain in their homes while staying connected to the community. In recent months, Newton at Home has seen an uptick in service requests — especially for transportation. This is due to a combination of members’ needs increasing as they age,…
Belmont World Film’s 22nd Family Festival will present films for ages 3-12 in Newton, Arlington, and Cambridge over January 18-20 — kicking off at the West Newton Cinema (1296 Washington Street, West Newton) on January 18 for a day of films for kids:
On Saturday, January 18 at 3PM, the All Newton Music School (321 Chestnut Street, West Newton) will host its free Winter Music Explorers Jamboree, where families can meet the school’s summer program instructors, enjoy songs, make crafts, play games, and eat treats while dreaming of fun that awaits at the 2025…