The Zoning & Planning Committee voted to hold the following (read the report and watch the meeting video): Present: Councilors Baker (Chair), Oliver, Albright, Wright, Krintzman, Getz, Danberg, and KalisAlso Present: Councilors Malakie, Lucas, Block, Farrell, and GreenbergCity Staff: Jennifer Caira, Deputy Director of Planning; Zachary LeMel, Chief of Long…
Posts published in February 2025
The Traffic Council approved the following (read the report and watch the meeting video): All approved items can be appealed through the close of business January 8, 2025. The Traffic Council voted to hold the following: Voting Members Present: Captain Devine (Police), Councilor Bixby, David Koses (DPW),Adrian Ayala (DPW), and…
Boston Ultimate Disc Alliance (BUDA) will host a program, Newton Youth Ultimate, to teach youth players the basic skills and habits needed to play a self-officiated game of ultimate. It will include learn-to-play clinics, ultimate leagues, and partnerships with local organizations. Register for grades K-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8, and high…
Music Mondays will offer a concert on Monday, February 17, 2PM-3PM — both in-person at the Scandinavian Cultural Center (206 Waltham Street, West Newton) and live-streamed via Zoom. The concert will feature violinist Jennifer Hsiao and pianist Lois Shapiro performing masterpieces by Beethoven, Franck, and Bagdasarian in “The Romantic Spirit.” Admission…
Historic Newton will be hosting Eager Engineers, a 4-day program during the February School Vacation Week. Participants can expand their engineering skills by using the design process to build a supertall tower, a bridge that can hold weight, a marble run roller coaster, a brand-new invention, and more. Registration is…
Highlights this week… City Council City Council will meet on Monday to hear the Mayor presenting her annual State of the City address with special guest, Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll. The Council is expected to vote on the following (see Reports Docket): The New Docket includes the following: Finance will…
Green Newton invites Newton residents to help shape a new campaign to expand renewable energy and boost energy efficiency in Newton. Participate in a brief survey that will guide efforts to promote effective climate-friendly actions — such as installing heat pumps and solar panels. The survey takes just two minutes…
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).
The Cooper Center for Active Living in Newton is hosting monthly LGBTQIA+ socials. The next one will be on Wednesday, February 19, 1PM-2:30PM, at the Brigham House (20 Hartford Street, Newton Highlands). Meet, socialize and celebrate community connections! Bring your lunch, invite a friend. There will be a different theme…
Tanglewood Marionettes presents Cinderella, a story about a girl, her bumptious stepsisters, and a charming prince. This story is based on the original beloved tale, but it offers a few new surprises. It will take place on Thursday, February 20, 11AM at Newton City Hall (1000 Commonwealth Avenue, Newton Centre).…