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NCP Celebrate Black History: Panel Discussion on “American Fiction”

West Newton Cinema 1296 Washington Street, West Newton, MA, United States

NCP is pleased to partner with West Newton Cinema Foundation for this event. This informative panel discussion is moderated by film critic Sarah Vincent and focuses on the themes of the five-time Oscar-nominated film, “American Fiction.” The expert panelists include Callie Crossley, renowned for her work in radio, television, and film, Nerissa Williams Scott, CEO/Lead...

Free

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...

free

Vernal Pool BioBlitz at Nahanton Park

Nahanton Park 471 Nahanton Street, Newton, MA, United States

Join Newton Conservators and naturalist Jon Regosin for a free Vernal Pool BioBlitz at Nahanton Park on Sunday, April 14 from 3 to 4:30 pm. Vernal pools are small wetlands that are important habitats for a great diversity of amphibians, aquatic insects, and other invertebrates. We will explore a vernal pool in Nahanton Park and...

Free
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

Behind the Screen – One Life

West Newton Cinema 1296 Washington Street, West Newton, MA, United States

Join us on April 25th at 8:00 PM for a compelling panel discussion on the film One Life, a poignant biographical drama that chronicles the heroic efforts of Nicholas Winton to save Jewish children during the Holocaust. This event, titled "Behind the Screen: One Life," is set against the backdrop of the film’s rich narrative...

Free

Inundation District screening at West Newton Cinema

West Newton Cinema 1296 Washington Street, West Newton, MA, United States

There will be a complimentary screening of the documentary Inundation District at West Newton Cinema on Sunday, April 28 at 3:30pm. After the 79-minute film, there will be a discussion/Q&A with producer/director and Boston Globe environmental reporter David Abel, moderated by Charles River Watershed Association executive director (and former city councilor) Emily Norton. The event...

Free

The Beatles’ Revolver Lecture

West Newton Cinema 1296 Washington Street, West Newton, MA, United States

This lecture goes behind the scenes into Abbey Road studios in 1966 and the making of Revolver by The Beatles. A multitude of images, video and audio clips reveal the stories behind the songs. A result of an extensive research, the event is packed with insights into the groundbreaking techniques that the Fab Four and...

Free

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...