After a few last-minute changes, the new design for Newton’s city seal — in both monochrome and in color — will go before the City Council for a final vote on February 3. In the interim, Mayor Ruthanne Fuller in her January 24 newsletter invited residents to take a survey…
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On the day reserved in the U.S. to honor slain civil rights leader the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., several speakers at Newton’s 57th annual community celebration of his life contrasted Dr. King’s character, values, and ethics with those of President Donald J. Trump, the other man in the…
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.…
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…
The West Suburban YMCA (WSYMCA) is hosting its annual gala, Totally ’80s!, on Saturday, November 2, 6PM-10PM at the Wells Avenue YMCA (135 Wells Avenue, Oak Hill). There will be with cocktails, games, raffles, food, and more. Tickets are $200 per person ($150 before October 2 because of Early Bird…
Historic Newton is hosting a program, Uncovering Your Home’s History on Saturday, November 2, 10AM-12PM at the Durant-Kenrick House and Grounds (286 Waverley Avenue, Newton Corner). 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…
UPDATE: This program has been canceled and will be rescheduled in the spring. The Newton Free Library will be hosting Boston Light, with Lighthouse Keeper Sally Snowman. Participants will explore the history of Boston Light with Sally Snowman, Ph.D., the last official lighthouse keeper in the United States! Sally will…
The League of Women Voters of Newton invites all community members for an intimate gathering and book group discussion on the novel, James, by Percival Everett on Sunday, December 8, 1PM-3PM, at the Waban Library Center (1608 Beacon Street, Newton). James is a brilliant, action-packed reimagining of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, both harrowing and…
Historic Newton is hosting an event, Candlelight Scavenger Hunt, where participants can explore the Jackson Homestead after dark! Complete an active scavenger hunt around the galleries and grounds, lit mainly by candlelight, and win a prize! Make shadow puppets, tell spooky stories, and see the museum in a whole new…
As Courtney Ireland eagerly tried a sample of “Causa de Pollo,” a Peruvian dish made by food vendor Johanetts Kitchen, she marveled at the varied offerings at Newton’s Indigenous Peoples Day celebration on Monday, October 14. “It was worth the trek,” she said while offering her 16-year-old son, Cooper, a…