Tom Brady’s business moving to Upper Falls
Today’s Chamber of Commerce newsletter reported on this Upper Falls development … Tom Brady’s media company is setting up shop in a historic building Newton Upper Falls that has an, um, alarming history. Shadow Lion (which made the “Tom vs. Time”...
Newton Piano Summit kicks off this weekend
1 pm on Saturday, keyboardist and composer Hidemi Akaiwa brings her unique fusion of Japanese Zen principles, jazz, and microtonal contemporary classical music to the stage with her quartet. 2 pm on Saturday, Kevin Harris who has an international reputation for his...
NewtonSERVES registration ends today for Sunday’s projects
As Bob Dylan once said “you’ve got to serve somebody”, so sign up today to take part in on of the 35 or so different volunteer projects all around the city on Sunday for the annual NewtonSERVES event. Its a great way to meet some of your neighbors...
Real estate tax breaks for country clubs
A story in the Boston Globe today by John Hilliard reports on the substantial local tax breaks that three of Newton’s private country clubs enjoy. Between the three country clubs they get annual tax breaks of nearly $2 million thanks to a provision of state law...
Upper Falls Loop – a pleasant walk (updated)
This is an updated version of this post to reflect the recently updated route for this trail. The new slightly longer 3 mile route now goes over Route 9 to Eliot station and then overlaps with a bit of the much longer six mile aqueduct trail before heading up through...FYI: Replica WWII Cattle Car in City Hall War Memorial Circle today and Sunday
Info from City Councilor Vicki Danberg: A replica World War II cattle car which serves as the “classroom” for a powerful history lesson is at Newton City Hall outside in the War Memorial Circle. The Shadowlight Hate Ends Now Cattle Car Experience is...
Hemlock Gorge spring cleanup
The Friends of Hemlock Gorge are hosting their annual spring cleanup of Newton’s spectacular Hemlock Gorge park on Saturday April 29. Meet at Hamilton Place, just over the river in Needham between 9 – 9:30 AM. Gloves, bags and tools will be provided by...
Time for some art – Newton Open Studios this weekend
138 artists from all over Newton will be opening their studios to you, to come visit and see their art at the 26th annual Newton Open Studios this weekend. Here’s a preview of some of the art and here’s a map of all of the studios – some of which...
Donate diapers … or money for diapers
Consider donating either diapers or cash to Newton Neighbors diaper drive. Here’s the info: Newton Neighbors City-Wide Diaper Drive Did you know that 1 in 3 families struggle to afford diapers? Diapers are expensive, and having to buy them can take away from a...
Piano Pals wanted !!
Once again Newton is launching the wonderful Artful Piano project. They have a set of pianos that are currently being painted, each with unique designs by local artists. At the end of May the pianos will be delivered to outdoor spots around the city where they will...The Albemarle Neighborways Project
The Albermarle Neighborways project has been a long time coming and is long overdue. In the words of the city website, it “will help address longstanding safety concerns on a busy stretch of Albemarle Road.” Its stated goals are the following: Improve...
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