Congregation Dorshei Tzedek, 60 Highland St, Newton, MA, 02465 (or Zoom)

With special guest Congressman Jake Auchincloss.
Since&nbsp;1970, our state has gone from&nbsp;12 to 9&nbsp;House&nbsp;seats, resulting in less representation in Congress and a reduced voice in the Electoral College. And we’ll likely lose another in the 2030 census. Why are people leaving Massachusetts? Among many reasons, housing availability is the most significant.
BU Professor Maxwell Palmer will connect the dots between local housing policy, demographic shifts, and national politics. If you’re unhappy with the current direction of national politics, this is a way to take concrete, meaningful action locally.

Local Event: How Housing Scarcity is Costing Massachusetts Political Power

Middlesex County

Newton

Massachusetts

How Housing Scarcity is Costing Massachusetts...

With special guest Congressman Jake Auchincloss.
Since 1970, our state has gone from 12 to 9 House seats, resulting in less...

How Housing Scarcity is Costing Massachusetts Political Power

Joshua Herzig-Marx 

Benjamin Pierce

Boston Metropolitan Area

Watertown

Norfolk County

Brookline

Needham

Boston

Suffolk County

West Roxbury

William Hall

Waltham

Wellesley

Belmont

Weston

Jamaica Plain

Roslindale

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

Dedham

Reptile Meet & Greet with Outdoor Games

Come to The Rashi School on Sunday, September 20, from 10:00 AM-Noon for a fun morning of outdoor games and reptile...

Ephraim Curtis Middle School

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...

First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton
Hosts Community Expo, Sept 20th &amp; 27th
Are you interested in a liberal religious community? First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton invites you to visit our Expos after worship services on two Sundays, September 20th &amp; 27th. From 11:30 - 12:30, representatives from our many committees and action groups will be available to tell you about opportunities you can explore at FUUSN. Different FUUSN groups will be represented each week, including but not limited to:
<ul><li>Social Justice</li></ul>
<ul><li>Religious Exploration</li></ul>
<ul><li>Music Programs</li></ul>
<ul><li>Events and Retreats</li></ul>
<ul><li>Community Building</li></ul>
<ul><li>Spiritual Offerings</li></ul>
Come learn about all the ways you can be supported and involved in the coming year. Childcare is available, and refreshments follow worship.
First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton, 1326 Washington Street, West Newton, 02465
617-527-3203
<a href="https://www.fuusn.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.fuusn.org</a>

About Us:&nbsp;First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton (FUUSN) is a liberal congregation with progressive theologies. Founded in 1848, for over 175 years, FUUSN has nurtured the spiritualities of its members and served the greater Newton community. Sunday services are held each week at 10:15 in person and on zoom.

Local Event: First Unitarian Universalist in Newton Hosts Community Expo, Sep 20th & 27th

First Unitarian Universalist in Newton Hosts...

First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton
Hosts Community Expo, Sept 20th & 27th
Are you interested in a liberal religious...

First Unitarian Universalist in Newton Hosts Community Expo, Sep 20th & 27th

First Parish of Sudbury

B’nai Torah MetroWest and Rabbi Emily Mathis invite members, friends, and the greater community to share the High Holy Days 5787/2026 with us!
We can’t wait to welcome back renowned singer-songwriter <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU2pXRejwigfudTQqoptPmQ/videos" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Julie Silver</a>,&nbsp;who will be accompanied by musician Eric Eid-Reiner, along with Sandy Pochapin and Leslee Olender, members of our BTM choir. We look forward to sharing meaningful High Holy Day services with the community.
SCHEDULE
Monday, September 21, 2026 10 am – Yom Kippur Morning Service 2-3:30 pm – Learning Session with Rabbi Emily: Standing at the Threshold Join Rabbi Emily for a close look at Ne’ilah, the final service of Yom Kippur, and the powerful image at its heart: the gates about to close. We’ll look at what our tradition says about those gates – and how our tradition itself argues about whether it ever really shuts. 4 pm – Yizkor 5 pm – Ne’ilah 6 pm – Break Fast
<a href="https://bnaitorahmetrowest.org/news/high-holy-days-5787-2026/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">READ MORE/REGISTRATION</a>B'nai Torah MetroWest (BTM) is an inclusive, Reform community, located in Wayland, MA. It is part of the <a href="https://jlcmw.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Jewish Learning Collaborative of Metrowest </a>(JLCMW), a Hebrew School that welcomes Jewish learners in grades Pre-K to Gr. 7 from area member synagogues and the greater community.
For additional information, see <a href="https://bnaitorahmetrowest.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">bnaitorahmetrowest.org</a> or contact <a href="mailto:btmoffice@bnaitorahmetrowest.org" target="_blank">btmoffice@bnaitorahmetrowest.org</a>/508•203•1833.

Local Event: Yom Kippur with Rabbi Emily Mathis, Singer-Songwriter Julie Silver & B'nai Torah MetroWest

Wayland

Yom Kippur with Rabbi Emily Mathis,...

B’nai Torah MetroWest and Rabbi Emily Mathis invite members, friends, and the greater community to share the High Holy Days...

Yom Kippur with Rabbi Emily Mathis, Singer-Songwriter Julie Silver & B'nai Torah MetroWest

Needham Town Hall

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.

Local Event: Quilts for Today

Quilts for Today

Experience a vibrant quilt show presented by the Boston Modern Quilt Guild, featuring over 150 quilts that explore styles from...

Spellman Museum of Stamps & Postal History

Join NobleSpirit at the Spellman Museum for a special Appraisal Roadshow and discover the stories — and potential value — behind the items you’ve collected, inherited, or tucked away over the years.
Guests are invited to bring a wide variety of collectibles and historical material for evaluation, including stamps, coins, paper money, gold &amp; silver jewelry, space &amp; aerospace memorabilia, vintage technology and computing, signed material and autographs, cryptology and code-related artifacts, pop culture collectibles, and historical artifacts.
Whether you’ve inherited a collection, are downsizing, settling an estate, or simply want to learn more about an unusual item, our specialists will be available to help identify, evaluate, and provide insight into what you have.
There is no obligation to sell. For items or collections that may be a good fit for the marketplace, information will also be available about consignment opportunities and upcoming live auctions.
Bring your albums, boxes, collections, documents, memorabilia, and curiosities — you may be surprised by what you have.
Saturday, October 3
10am - 4pm 
Spellman Museum of Stamps &amp; Postal History 
Weston, Massachusetts Reserve your appointment today at:
<a href="https://www.noblespirit.com/roadshow" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">noblespirit.com/roadshow</a>

Local Event: Coins, Stamps & Collectibles: Free Appraisal Day at the Spellman Museum

Coins, Stamps & Collectibles: Free Appraisal...

Join NobleSpirit at the Spellman Museum for a special Appraisal Roadshow and discover the stories — and potential value —...

Coins, Stamps & Collectibles: Free Appraisal Day at the Spellman Museum

Virtual

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

Commonwealth School Virtual Open House

You may not expect a community so deeply academic to be so warm and welcoming, but Commonwealth contains multitudes—just like...

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