Name: Fourth Annual Newton Pollinator Garden Tour
Start: 2026-09-19T12:00:00-04:00

Explore a mix of beautiful and functional private and public landscapes during the Fourth Annual Newton Pollinator Garden Tour, taking place on Saturday, September 19, 2026, from Noon to 4:00 pm, with a rain date the following weekend, Saturday, September 26, same time. Focused on gardens showcasing mostly native plants across several Newton villages, this self-paced tour will demonstrate how native flora can beautifully sustain vital local pollinators. Organized by the Newton Community Pollinator Project in conjunction with Newton Conservators, Newton Parks Recreation and Culture Department, Green Newton, Friends of Cold Spring Park, Friends of Wellington Park, and Mothers Out Front Newton, the event is free, but preregistration is requested so that garden maps and info can be emailed to participants in advance.  
Register for the tour at:  <a href="https://newtonconservators.org/events/fourth-annual-newton-pollinator-garden-tour/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">newtonconservators.org/events/fourth-annual-newton-pollinator-garden-tour/</a>Please sign up.  Registrants will receive detailed info and maps ahead of the tour to help plan your afternoon. and to alert you in case of a weather postponement.

Local Event: Fourth Annual Newton Pollinator Garden Tour

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Fourth Annual Newton Pollinator Garden Tour

Explore a mix of beautiful and functional private and public landscapes during the Fourth Annual Newton Pollinator Garden Tour,...

Newton City Hall

Newton Health &amp; Human Services, in partnership with the MGH Blood Donor Center, will host a mobile blood drive on Wednesday, August 26th from 8:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Donations will take place on the MGH Bloodmobile located in the War Memorial Circle at City Hall. Register at: <a href="https://bit.ly/NewtonCityHall?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExTGVvYlYwY0J2TlRyRXdBY3NydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR62z6-KN3l8J-_37WCcnaYW6JWI9Q5kDU8edd4m72ldygxa8PM72t0hykluXQ_aem_xzowa8GSxXRTm0IvgeRQSQ" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://bit.ly/NewtonCityHall</a>

Local Event: MGH Mobile Blood Drive

MGH Mobile Blood Drive

Newton Health & Human Services, in partnership with the MGH Blood Donor Center, will host a mobile blood drive on Wednesday,...

The Allen Center

Celebrate summer at The Allen Center with a free evening filled with art, live music, community, food, and fun. Explore paintings by featured artist and Auburndale resident Gene Mackles, take a turn in our historic bowling alley, and savor favorite summertime snacks and drinks. Bring your friends and family and enjoy a lively summer evening together. Free and open to all—registration required.

Local Event: Summer Pop-Up with Artist Gene Mackles

Summer Pop-Up with Artist Gene Mackles

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The Cat Connection Calendar Raffle Starts Soon!&nbsp;30 chances 
to win some fabulous prizes, donated by generous 
local businesses and supporters! Every day in September a new winner will be drawn 
for that day's prize. Tickets will be on sale throughout the month of 
September, but you'll miss out on some great prizes, so get your tickets
 now and help save cats! Every ticket helps support our rescue 
and the medical care, fostering, and adoption of cats in need. TCC found
 loving homes for over 500 cats and kittens last year because of generous 
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Local Event: The Cat Connection Calendar Raffle

The Cat Connection Calendar Raffle

The Cat Connection Calendar Raffle Starts Soon! 30 chances 
to win some fabulous prizes, donated by generous 
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Dance Fever Studio

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FREE Hip Hop + K Pop Group Class

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Zervas School

Newton friends—we'd love to have you join us!
On&nbsp;Sunday, August 30, the ALS Walk for Research returns to&nbsp;Zervas Elementary School&nbsp;for a scenic three-mile walk, roll, or stroll through the community.The event supports the&nbsp;ALS Therapy Development Institute (ALS TDI), a nonprofit biotech founded right here in&nbsp;Newton&nbsp;that is dedicated to discovering and developing treatments for ALS.
Bring your family, friends, and even your dog for a morning of community, music, and purpose. 
We'd love to see you there!Register today: <a href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Falswalkforresearch.als.net%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7Canelsen%40als.net%7C1cbb1658a2af436c1bbc08def166db21%7C22f86e62ba85409ba2eed293a0394796%7C0%7C0%7C639213621222512140%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=YtjMU1PGDUkaXaqPXZ9N6SDZa%2FMGMZrEQz9lRv9KMYQ%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://alswalkforresearch.als.net/</a>

Local Event: ALS Walk for Research

ALS Walk for Research

Newton friends—we'd love to have you join us!
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Calling all readers! Join us for the ultimate book launch party. We’re celebrating the release of MOTHER DAUGHTER SISTER STRANGER, the pulse-pounding new thriller from Newton’s very own bestselling author and Emmy-winning TV reporter, Hank Phillippi Ryan.
Come to The Allen Center for an evening of delicious food, great company, and the exclusive inside scoop on Hank’s latest page-turner. Rub elbows with guest authors and publishing insiders, and maybe even pick up a few tricks of the trade on how to craft your own manuscript. This event is free, but please register early to save your spot! Books will be available for purchase, courtesy of Newtonville Books.Click here to register: <a href="https://newtonculturalalliance.ticketspice.com/hank-phillippi-ryan-book-launch-party" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://newtonculturalalliance.ticketspice.com/hank-phillippi-ryan-book-launch-party</a>

Local Event: Book Launch Party with Hank Phillippi Ryan

Book Launch Party with Hank Phillippi Ryan

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Hannah's Dance Community

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Local Event: World Dance Rhythms with Andromeda

World Dance Rhythms with Andromeda

Uplifting Dance Classes with Dance Artist Andromeda! Waiver required.
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On Sunday, September 20th, Sudbury will host our third inaugural <a href="https://kids.pmc.org/sudbury" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Sudbury PMC Kids Bike Ride</a>.&nbsp;Our ride is a 1-mile loop that riders may enjoy as long as they would like. The one mile course is entirely paved and loops through the beautiful residential neighborhoods of historic Sudbury. Parents are welcome to ride with their children but it is not required. If a parent chooses to accompany their child on the bike, we ask that they register as volunteers.&nbsp;
Many kids choose to ride the loop 3-6-12 or even 15 times. We encourage riders to participate as long as they would like. We will have special badges for riders who accomplish 5-8-12 and 15 miles, too! Please indicate at registration an estimate of your rider's total distance (this will help us for event organization).&nbsp;There is also an enclosed parking lot loop all starting from Curtis Middle School in Sudbury, MA. (Adults may opt to register as volunteers if they would like to ride with the kids). Before the ride there will be music and bike decorating; during the ride and following there will be an Ice-Cream Truck, Food Truck, Coffee Truck, huge bouncy castle, lawn games, music and more. All registered riders will get a free ice cream from our friends at Trombetta’s Farm Ice Cream. Registration takes place from 8:30am-9:45am. The ride is from 10:00am-11:30am, and food and games will be available from 10:00am - 1:00pm.
“The Pan-Mass Challenge is a Massachusetts-based bike-a-thon that raises more money for charity than any other single athletic fundraising event in the country. Always held the first weekend in August, the PMC raises funds for Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, a world leader in adult and pediatric cancer treatment and research. Each summer, thousands of riders and volunteers from 43 states and 12 countries participate in the PMC, all with a common goal: to find a cure for cancer.
100 percent of all rider-raised funds go directly to cancer research and treatment at Dana-Farber and the Jimmy Fund. The PMC is Dana-Farber’s single largest supporter and is 62 percent of the Jimmy Fund’s annual revenue. Since 1980, the PMC has raised $972 million for Dana-Farber.”
The Sudbury PMC Kids Bike Ride empowers young participants to contribute to a meaningful cause while enjoying a fun activity. By offering multiple course options, every child will have the opportunity to participate and make a difference - regardless of age or ability. Each ride distance is carefully planned to be safe and enjoyable, with designated routes through historic Sudbury neighborhoods that are well-marked and closely monitored by volunteers. For the youngest participants, the tot lot loop provides a secure environment where kids can ride in a contained area - strollers, scooters, tricycles are ALL welcome!
Beyond the joy of bike riding, the Sudbury PMC Kids Bike Ride serves as a powerful educational experience for children, teaching them about the impact of collective efforts in fighting cancer. As they pedal for a purpose, they learn about empathy, community involvement, and the importance of supporting breakthroughs in treatment and cures at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. This event not only raises crucial funds for cancer research but also instills valuable life lessons in the young riders; collectively we all pedal towards a more cancer-free future. As with all PMC rides, every penny donated goes directly to cancer treatment and research at Dana-Farber.
Please join us on September 20th, 2026, for the <a href="https://kids.pmc.org/sudbury" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Sudbury PMC Kids Bike Ride</a>. We are also looking for volunteers of ALL ages to help us host an impactful and safe event. If you would prefer to contribute from a distance, you can donate to the ride by clicking the link below.
If you have any questions, please email the event organizer Tyler Steffey at <a href="mailto:tylersteffey@gmail.com" target="_blank">tylersteffey@gmail.com</a>.
<a href="https://kids.pmc.org/sudbury" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Register to RIDE here</a>
<a href="https://secure.kids.pmc.org/Volunteer" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Register to VOLUNTEER here</a>
<a href="https://donate.kids.pmc.org/Sudbury/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Donate to the Sudbury PMC Kids Bike Ride here</a>

Local Event: Sudbury PMC Kids Ride (all riders welcome!)

Sudbury

Sudbury PMC Kids Ride (all riders welcome!)

On Sunday, September 20th, Sudbury will host our third inaugural Sudbury PMC Kids Bike Ride. Our ride is a 1-mile loop that...

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8 New Luxury Residences in Coolidge Corner/Brookline

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