Friends, family, and City officials filled the hall of the American Legion Nonantum Post 440 on the morning of November 11 to honor Newton’s veterans during the city’s annual Veterans Day ceremony. The ceremony began with the Post’s Honor Guard marching into the hall. Seth Bai, Newton’s director of Veteran…
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This Kwanzaa, I am reminded that the most meaningful gifts don’t come wrapped in ribbons but from the heart and from community. For the past few years, I’ve had the honor of working with the New Art Center as an Expressive Therapy Teacher for neurodivergent adults. Teaching this class has…
The West Suburban YMCA’s gala, Country for a Cause — An Evening of Western Charm, drew more than 200 guests to the Wells Avenue YMCA on October 25 and raised $191,500 to support financial aid programs, surpassing its goal by $30,000. Jack Fucci, president and CEO of the West Suburban…
In response to the cut-back of SNAP benefits, American Legion Post #440 (295 California Street, Nonantum) will collect donations of NON-perishable foods on Wednesday, November 5, 12PM-5:30PM. Drop off donations at the ramp entry to the building and look for a note on the door. The food collected will be…
Newton Neighbors invites you to join them in supporting local families this holiday season through donations to The Bruce Hugh Wilson Giving Thanks Gift Card Drive. Your donations will go to grocery gift cards to families in need across Newton and nearby communities. Last year they raised over $25,000, helping more…
In partnership with Chamber Music For Your Cause, Newton at Home will be hosting a benefit concert on Sunday, November 16 from 3-5PM at the Scandinavian Living Center (206 Waltham Street, West Newton). The concert will feature music by Johannes Brahms, Max Bruch, Leonard Bernstein, and John Williams. Musicians will…
Set the table for one more this Thanksgiving and purchase a delicious Pie in the Sky pie from the Newton Rotary Club – deadline is Saturday, November 22nd. Your purchase will fund a week of nutritious meals from Community Servings for a critically ill neighbor. Last year 75 pies were…
The Newton Rotary Club will be holding its last Helpsy clothing drive of 2025 at the Scandinavian Living Center (206 Waltham Street, West Newton) on Saturday, November 22 from 9AM – 12PM. The Rotary is working with Helpsy, which accepts clothing and textiles in any clean condition (see details). This…
The Newton Turkey Trot will be held on Sunday, November 23. Two races start and end at Zervas Elementary School (30 Beethoven Avenue): The 1-mile family race starts at 8:30AM and the 5K starts at 9AM. The run sells out every year! Register by October 22 to secure your spot, this year’s…
Federal cutbacks to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) have left millions of Americans struggling to put food on the table. In Newton, local organizations are stepping up to fill the gap and ensure residents continue to have access to essential food resources. Putting food on the table Greg Reibman,…
From Friday, December 5 – Sunday, December 7 City Hall is being transformed into an 18-hole mini golf course complete with greens and holes winding through the secret staircase in the Mayor’s Office, City Council Chambers, and War Memorial. To sign up, go to the city’s website. Admission Fee: A new…
On Sunday, December 7, from 2-6 PM, Boston-based nonprofit Ukraine Forward is holding an exhibition and sale of Ukrainian fine arts and handicrafts at the New Art Center (61 Washington Park, Newton). Artwork includes paintings and graphic art as well as ceramic, wood, and textile objects by artisans in Ukraine and the…