Name: Famous Women in Boston History
Start: 2026-09-24T18:30:00-04:00
Location: High Rock Middle School

High Rock Middle School

Join Dan Dain, author of the award-winning book A History of Boston, as he leads us through his subjective list of the most famous, and infamous, women from Massachusetts history. <a href="https://nce.reg.eleyo.com/course/3397/adult-fall-2026/famous-women-in-boston-history" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Register here at Needham Community Education.</a>

Local Event: Famous Women in Boston History

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Boston Metropolitan Area

Needham

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Join Dan Dain, author of the award-winning book A History of Boston, as he leads us through his subjective list of the most...

Needham Town Hall

Acclaimed actor and singer Lauren Ambrose will open the 13th season of the Needham Bank Great Hall Concert Series with a special, one-night-only evening of music and storytelling at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, September 19, at Needham Town Hall. Joined by Grammy-nominated pianist, singer and songwriter Matt Cusson, Ambrose is creating an intimate evening of songs, stories and special guests exclusively for the Great Hall audience. A Tony, Emmy and Grammy nominee, Ambrose is known for her work across theater, television and film, from her Tony-nominated performance as Eliza Doolittle in&nbsp;My Fair Lady&nbsp;to her Emmy-nominated role in&nbsp;Six Feet Under, as well as&nbsp;Yellowjackets,&nbsp;Buried Child,&nbsp;Awake and Sing!,&nbsp;Romeo and Juliet,&nbsp;Hamlet&nbsp;and&nbsp;Exit the King.For tickets, go to&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://protect.checkpoint.com/v2/r01/___http://greathallperformance.org/___.YzJ1OmJvc3Rvbmdsb2JlMTpjOmc6ZTA1Y2YwYjdlZWI0MDRmNzgxNzA5Y2Y3ZmM1Yzk2YzM6NzpkZWI5OmZlNTQyOGJlMDYwN2I1ZjM2ZWY2MTdhNjhiZGU1MGQyOWNhODc3M2ZiMjM2Y2QzOTdiN2QwNDUyY2JhNzJkOGU6aDpUOkY" rel="nofollow noopener">greathallperformance.org</a>&nbsp;or call&nbsp;<a href="https://null" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">781-355-6076</a>.

Local Event: An Evening with Tony-Nominated Lauren Ambrose

An Evening with Tony-Nominated Lauren Ambrose

Acclaimed actor and singer Lauren Ambrose will open the 13th season of the Needham Bank Great Hall Concert Series with a...

The Rashi School

Come to The Rashi School on Sunday, September 20, from 10:00 AM-Noon for a fun morning of outdoor games and reptile encounters!
Your child will have a blast mastering the hula-hoop or challenging friends to an engaging obstacle course. Then, for all our budding biologists, meet with exotic animal ambassadors and learn about the wild world of reptiles! This hands-on activity will allow you to get up close and personal with snakes, lizards, and more.
This event is open to the public, and perfect for children ages 2-7. Snack will be provided. Event to be held outdoors, weather permitting.<a href="https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/the-rashi-school/reptiles2026" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"></a>Please RSVP here <a href="https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/the-rashi-school/reptiles2026" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">events.ticketleap.com/tickets/the-rashi-school/reptiles2026</a>

Local Event: Reptile Meet & Greet with Outdoor Games

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$6.95 Sushi Rolls, 20+ Choices! Take out or Delivery

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Join us at Avenue on Wednesday, September 23 at 6:00pm for The Harvest Table, the second edition of our seasonal dining series, The Quarterly. Inspired by the abundance of the late-summer harvest and featuring produce from Volante Farms, a fourth-generation family farm in Needham, the evening will feature a five-course menu shaped by the best of the season. Thoughtful wine and cocktail pairings will accompany each course, creating an intimate evening celebrating local ingredients and the season.
Tickets are $200 per person and include the five-course dinner, beverage pairings, and gratuity. Seating is limited.

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Avenue Restaurant: Farm-to-Table Dinner

Join us at Avenue on Wednesday, September 23 at 6:00pm for The Harvest Table, the second edition of our seasonal dining series,...

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Hosted by: R. Miller &amp; Associates, a private wealth advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial LLC
To reserve a spot: call us at <a href="tel:6176073366">617.607.3366 Ext. 250</a> or email us at <a href="mailto:christina.cobas@ampf.com?subject=Five%20things%20to%20know%20about%20Medicare">christina.cobas@ampf.com</a>

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Complimentary Presentation - Five Things to Know About Medicare

Have you ever wanted to Square Dance? Come and learn something new! Join us for our next exciting Free Fun Nights on September 23rd and 30th, 2026
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Experience a vibrant quilt show presented by the Boston Modern Quilt Guild, featuring over 150 quilts that explore styles from minimalism to traditionalism. Admission is $10 (children free) and includes access to a well-stocked guild marketplace and a chance to win a sparkly raffle quilt benefiting Project Bread.

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Jessie Castellano

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You may not expect a community so deeply academic to be so warm and welcoming, but Commonwealth contains multitudes—just like you. 
Are you interested in applying&nbsp;for the 2027–2028&nbsp;school year? <a href="https://www.commschool.org/admissions-aid/admissions-events/registration" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Come to our Virtual Open House</a> to hear from current students and faculty, learn about different areas of school life, and discover all that makes Commonwealth so uncommon.
You will&nbsp;get a real sense of the Commonwealth experience and what your future here might be like:
<ul><li>Connect with inquisitive current students and friendly faculty</li><li>Learn about different areas of school life</li><li>Get answers to your admissions and financial aid questions</li><li>And much more…</li></ul>
Please register to reserve your spot. Both&nbsp;students and parents/primary caregivers are welcome to join us.
We cannot wait to meet you!

Local Event: Commonwealth School Virtual Open House

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Natarelli &amp; Son Roofing and Gutters is a family-owned and operated roofing contractor based at 6 Austin Way in Natick, Massachusetts. With over 35 years of experience, they provide professional residential and commercial roofing, gutter installation, and exterior maintenance services to homeowners throughout the MetroWest and Greater Boston area. Specializing in roof replacement, roof repair, and seamless gutter systems, the company is an IKO certified installer known for high-quality workmanship. Their expertise extends to micro-mesh gutter guard installation, siding, and window services, all designed to withstand the specific challenges of New England weather, including heavy snow and ice dams. As a BBB A+ rated business, Natarelli &amp; Son Roofing and Gutters is fully licensed and insured, offering a unique zero money down guarantee until project completion. Customers can expect transparent, line-item estimates and reliable service from a team backed by over 150 five-star Google reviews.

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Since 1995, Borchers Cusano Trust Law has been committed to providing straightforward and innovative solutions for individuals, families,...

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Canton

Southeast Railing Co Inc is a premier railing contractor and steel fabricator based in Canton, Massachusetts. With over 50 years of experience, the...

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RARE Restoration (now in Newton) is a full-scale repair and restoration service specializing primarily in furniture and lighting, though we’re happy to restore treasures of any kind - valuable or sentimental. From seat weaving to refinishing, from carving to rewiring, our team of experts will help bring your belongings back into tip-top shape.”

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Insurcomm Restoration

After everything goes wrong, you deserve the confidence and comfort of everything going right. Insurcomm Restoration is your trusted local partner for full-service property damage restoration — from emergency response and mitigation through complete reconstruction, all under one roof. For over 30 years, we've helped homeowners, businesses, municipalities, and insurance carriers recover from water damage, fire and smoke, mold, biohazard incidents, and catastrophic events. Our Services: • Water Damage Cleanup &amp; Mitigation • Fire &amp; Smoke Damage Restoration • Mold Remediation • Biohazard &amp; Environmental Cleanup • Contents Cleaning &amp; Restoration • Full Reconstruction &amp; Rebuild • 24/7 Catastrophe Response Why Insurcomm: • 24/7 Emergency Help Line — fast response when minutes matter • IICRC-Certified Professionals delivering precision craftsmanship • Dedicated project management with a single point of contact • Clear, transparent communication from first notice of loss to final walkthrough • Trusted by national and regional insurers for day-to-day claims and complex losses Insurcomm is a Fortify Company, a national property protection platform with 100+ markets nationwide. Locally rooted, nationally backed. Call our 24-hour response line: (844) 424-9283

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Evan Walsh | The Walsh Team at William Raveis...

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Saltbox Catering is a full-service catering company dedicated to crafting exceptional culinary experiences for every occasion. Rooted in a passion...

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80onVernon | 8 Luxury Residences | New...

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