Name: Newton Porchfest is coming June 6 Noon - 6 PM - Signups open now!
Start: 2026-06-06T12:00:00-04:00

Newton Porchfest is an afternoon of free music performed outside of people's homes. This is a community event located in  four of Newton's 13 villages: Auburndale, Lower Falls, Waban and West Newton. Sign up to join the fun! Go to the website at <a href="https://Newton Porchfest" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">newton.porchfest.info/</a> and select the appropriate tab: performer signup or host signup - we need both!

Local Event: Newton Porchfest is coming June 6 Noon - 6 PM  - Signups open now! 

Middlesex County

Benjamin Pierce

Boston Metropolitan Area

Newton

Massachusetts

Newton Porchfest is coming June 6 Noon - 6 PM ...

Newton Porchfest is an afternoon of free music performed outside of people's homes. This is a community event located in  four...

Newton Porchfest is coming June 6 Noon - 6 PM  - Signups open now! 

Charles E. Brown Middle School

The League of Women Voters of Newton invites all students in Grades 6-8 to participate in its Middle School Civics Challenge.&nbsp; Compete for prizes while engaging in an exciting test of your knowledge of civics.&nbsp; Questions are similar to those from the middle school civics curriculum and on the MCAS Civics Assessment Test.&nbsp; Snacks will be provided.

When:&nbsp; Sunday, May 17, 2026, 4:00pm-6:00pm Where:&nbsp; Brown Middle School Cafeteria Who:&nbsp; Form teams of 2-4 people, or sign up solo and be matched with others to form a team

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Middle School Civics Challenge


The League of Women Voters of Newton invites all students in Grades 6-8 to participate in its Middle School Civics Challenge. ...

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Local Event: Newton Yacht Club Open House

Newton Yacht Club Open House

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Cellist Allison Eldredge and pianist Pei-Shan Lee perform Beethoven's celebrated cello sonatas— works renowned for their emotional depth, technical brilliance, and bold, innovative structures that offer a profound window into Beethoven's humanity and genius. This performance is part of The Allen Center's Cherry Street Music concert series with artistic director Allison Eldredge.

Local Event: Allison Eldredge & Pei-Shan Lee

Allison Eldredge & Pei-Shan Lee

Cellist Allison Eldredge and pianist Pei-Shan Lee perform Beethoven's celebrated cello sonatas— works renowned for their...

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The West Suburban YMCA strives to advance our mission of youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility for all in and around our community every day of the year. With your support on May 18th and beyond, you're lending a hand to support those experiencing financial hardships, those with childcare needs, those struggling to find a safe place to explore a healthy lifestyle, and more.&nbsp;
<h3>Everyone is Welcome!</h3>
Join us for at the Charles River Country Club on May 18, 2026, for an amazing day on the course. Participants enjoy a boxed lunch, refreshments on the course, player gifts, raffle draw, and a full dinner and award ceremony. The best part? Proceeds will provide critical funds and financial assistance to local families in need.&nbsp;
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We are excited to see you out on the links!

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 Zoom Link: <a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81963239351?pwd=UfiPJi92JpYkgS4ZuCg2aJbZK5OZXb.1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81963239351?pwd=UfiPJi92JpYkgS4ZuCg2aJbZK5OZXb.1</a> Meeting ID: 819 6323 9351 Passcode: mm2026
Admission is free but donations are appreciated, as usual, all of which will go to the musicians.
We are grateful to the Newton Cultural Council, a local council of the Massachusetts Cultural Council, as well as Village Bank of Newton, for their continued support, without which we would not be able to present this concert.

Local Event: Music Mondays presents Adrian Sicam Soul Jazz Ensemble

Music Mondays presents Adrian Sicam Soul Jazz...

We are excited to present the Adrian Sicam Soul Jazz Ensemble. Led by singer songwriter and Berklee professor Adrian Sicam, the...

Music Mondays presents Adrian Sicam Soul Jazz Ensemble

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Local Event: Join Rock Voices, the community choir that ONLY sings rock music!

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Join Rock Voices, the community choir that ONLY...

Join the 18+ community choir that ONLY sings rock music! NO AUDITIONS. Summer season starts Tuesday, May 19, 7pm. Rehearsals...

Join Rock Voices, the community choir that ONLY sings rock music!

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You must RSVP to receive access credentials for this event or seminar.Presented by: P Lennox Donlon, APMA®, Associate Financial Advisor - R. Miller &amp; Associates, a private wealth advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial LLC
Hosted by: R. Miller &amp; Associates, a private wealth advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial LLC

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<a href="https://www.commschool.org/admissions-aid/admissions-events/info-session" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Sign up now to reserve your spot.</a>
We look forward to seeing you there!

Local Event: Commonwealth School Virtual Information Session for Fall 2027 Admission

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At Skyeburst Wealth Management, we work with individuals and families to help them overcome the complexities of managing their financial lives,...

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Private and shared office suites available for lease in Newton Centre. Located at our buildings 93 Union Street, 53 Langley Road, and 73 Union...

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