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Free: Christmas Eve Candlelight Service at First Church in Chestnut Hill, December 24.

First Church in Chestnut Hill 26 Suffolk Road, Chestnut Hill, MA

On Sunday, December 24 at 4:30 PM, First Church in Chestnut Hill will be holding its annual Christmas Eve Candlelight Service. The service, which is free and open to the public, includes favorite carols, readings from the Christmas story, and culminates in candlelight with the entire congregation singing Silent Night. All are welcome! First Church...

Free: Carol Sing Service at First Church in Chestnut Hill, December 31.

First Church in Chestnut Hill 26 Suffolk Road, Chestnut Hill, MA

Free: Carol Sing Service at First Church in Chestnut Hill, December 31. On Sunday, December 31 at 10:30 AM, First Church in Chestnut Hill will be holding its annual Carol Sing service, followed by a coffee hour. The service, which is free and open to the public, will include holiday favorites and plenty of good...

Parents’ Night Out, Friday, January 5: An Evening with the Newton North & Newton South Gymnastics Teams

Newton North 457 Walnut Street, Newton, United States

Drop your kids off with the North and South Gymnastics Teams at Newton North High School for an evening of gymnastics, games, crafts, fun and pizza! Ages: 4-10 $30 per kid ($20 if siblings) You can pay at the door - cash, check or Venmo Children should wear comfortable clothes, sneakers and bring a water...

$20 – $30

NCP Celebrate Black History: Storytime and Discussion

Hummingbird Books 55 Boylston Street Suite 5510, Chestnut Hill, MA, United States

NCP is pleased to partner with Story Starters and The Street Chestnut Hill to bring this free storytime and discussion with children's book authors Kaija Langley, the author of the award-winning Picture Book When Langston Dances, and Janet Costa Bates, the author of titles such as Time for Bed, Old House, Rica Babtista Llamas, Iguanas,...

Celebrate 200 Years of Braille with Understanding Our Differences

Newton Free Library 68 Pembroke St., Newton, MA, United States

Did you know that some people read with their fingers? Join UOD on March 9th at the Newton Free Library to learn how this is done using braille, a system of raised dots created by Louis Braille 200 years ago. Follow the “Braille Trail” of engaging hands-on stations for some interactive family fun, learn about...

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Event Series April Vacation Week: Eager Engineers

April Vacation Week: Eager Engineers

Durant-Kenrick House and Grounds 286 Waverley Avenue, Newton, MA, United States

Calling all kid engineers! Spend your spring break completing hands-on design challenges and crafts, each around a different daily theme. Build a boat that can float, design a transit system, construct a working Ferris wheel, invent something totally new, and more! Come to one or more sessions: each day will be different. Tuesday 4/16: Busy...

Free – $6
Event Series April Vacation Week: Eager Engineers

April Vacation Week: Eager Engineers

Durant-Kenrick House and Grounds 286 Waverley Avenue, Newton, MA, United States

Calling all kid engineers! Spend your spring break completing hands-on design challenges and crafts, each around a different daily theme. Build a boat that can float, design a transit system, construct a working Ferris wheel, invent something totally new, and more! Come to one or more sessions: each day will be different. Tuesday 4/16: Busy...

Free – $6
Event Series April Vacation Week: Eager Engineers

April Vacation Week: Eager Engineers

Durant-Kenrick House and Grounds 286 Waverley Avenue, Newton, MA, United States

Calling all kid engineers! Spend your spring break completing hands-on design challenges and crafts, each around a different daily theme. Build a boat that can float, design a transit system, construct a working Ferris wheel, invent something totally new, and more! Come to one or more sessions: each day will be different. Tuesday 4/16: Busy...

Free – $6
Event Series April Vacation Week: Eager Engineers

April Vacation Week: Eager Engineers

Durant-Kenrick House and Grounds 286 Waverley Avenue, Newton, MA, United States

Calling all kid engineers! Spend your spring break completing hands-on design challenges and crafts, each around a different daily theme. Build a boat that can float, design a transit system, construct a working Ferris wheel, invent something totally new, and more! Come to one or more sessions: each day will be different. Tuesday 4/16: Busy...

Free – $6

Newton Vegan Chef Challenge

The Newton Vegan Chef Challenge is a month-long event taking place in May where participating restaurants and businesses will offer new vegan options to their customers. Diners will then have a chance to vote for their favorites and chefs and owners will win awards and prizes based of their customers’ feedback. The challenge is sponsored...

Free Concert: “Best of Broadway” at First Church in Chestnut Hill, May 2

First Church in Chestnut Hill 26 Suffolk Road, Chestnut Hill, MA

Join us for an exciting evening of Broadway music at First Church in Chestnut Hill! On Thursday, May 2nd at 7 PM, our very own professional Quartet and Music Director will perform the "Best of Broadway," featuring selections from Rogers and Hammerstein II, Sondheim, Lerner, Lowe, and many more. The concert is free and open...

Play at DK

Durant-Kenrick House and Grounds 286 Waverley Avenue, Newton, MA, United States

You’re invited to Durant-Kenrick’s 10th birthday party! Join us for a free, fun-filled family day featuring a new scavenger hunt and garden guide, in-exhibit activities, outdoor games, and crafts. Whether you’re a longtime fan or a new visitor, there’s something new for everyone to enjoy. Drop in anytime during the museum’s open hours, 10am-5pm. Use...

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