The Newton Highlands Neighborhood Area Council will host a free Astronomy Night on February 5, 6PM-7:30PM at the Hyde Community Center Playground (90 Lincoln Street, Newton Highlands). Led by astronomer Alex Trunnell (in photo), this free event will enable visitors to view planets up close and personal through a telescope,…
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Historic Newton will be hosting Museum Makerday — String Art where participants can make string art, explore exhibits, build with LEGOs, and play games. Adults must remain onsite with their kids. It will take place on Thursday, February 6, 1-3PM at the Durant-Kenrick House and Grounds (286 Waverley Avenue, Newton…
The Newton Free Library will present Exploring Music with Madison with music, movement, and sing-alongs designed for toddlers and their families. This event is timed to help families decide which Early Childhood Classes to enroll in for the year. It will take place on Saturday, February 15, at 10:30AM at…
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…
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…
Registration opens on February 22 for the Spring Session of Plugged In Band Program, a non-profit music program open to students ages 8 and up of all skill levels and abilities. Bands are formed based on age, skill level, and musical preference. Students get the chance to learn music creation…
The West Suburban YMCA (YMCA) is hosting a Winter Carnival with inflatable attractions, carnival games, open-play basketball, snacks and more. It will take place on Friday, February 28, 5:30-7:30PM in the Fieldhouse gymnasium at the Wells Ave YMCA (135 Wells Avenue, Oak Hill). Admission is free.
Newton Cultural Development is inviting middle school and high school students from Newton to contribute to the city’s creative landscape by painting mural boards that will be displayed as temporary public art installations throughout Newton as part of SHINE 2025. Selected students will design and paint mural boards. Artists who…
The Walnut Street Minyan will host its next Family Shabbat on March 1 from 10:15AM to 12PM at 858 Walnut Street in Newton. There will be special activities and treats for children, and all are welcome. Register in advance here so each child — and their parents — can feel welcome. The…
Mount Alvernia Academy will hold an Open House on Wednesday, January 29, 8:30AM-11AM, on its campus (20 Manet Road, Chestnut Hill). Register here. Are you interested in an engaging, values-based education for your child? Mount Alvernia Academy is a two-time Blue Ribbon Awarded Preschool-Grade 6, co-ed school. Proudly rooted in the Franciscan…