Some rodenticides (rodent poisons) have the ability to bioaccumulate in the food chain and can potentially affect a predator or scavenger that ingests an animal that consumed the poison bait. In this talk, Dr. Murray will present the findings of her research investigating exposure to rodenticides in four species of birds of prey in Massachusetts....
The native turkeys we currently see in such abundance were extirpated from Massachusetts not so long ago. Their revival is a true success story, unless you’ve tangled with an aggressive one. Join Newton Conservator’s Barbara Bates as she explores the habits and natural & cultural history of this interesting bird, including “pecking order” and how...
Join us for a conversation about the true events that inspired Martin Scorsese’s film adaptation of David Grann’s best-selling book by the same name. The Osage murders, a series of killings in the 1920s targeting members of the Osage Nation in Oklahoma due to their substantial oil wealth, prompted FBI involvement at a pivotal moment...
Join us for a conversation about the true events that inspired Martin Scorsese’s film adaptation of David Grann’s best-selling book by the same name. The Osage murders, a series of killings in the 1920s targeting members of the Osage Nation in Oklahoma due to their substantial oil wealth, prompted FBI involvement at a pivotal moment...
Meet the Author/UOD Family Book Event Featuring author Natalie Lloyd and her children’s book Hummingbird Wednesday November 15 at 7:00 PM Cabot Elementary School, Newton, in the Cafeteria Advance registration required. From the New York Times bestselling author of A Snicker of Magic and six other award-winning children’s books, Hummingbird is a heartfelt story about...
Come meet the Newton Fire Department at the Hyde Community Center, 90 Lincoln Street, and learn all about fire safety, including: how to use and maintain smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors, how to use a fire extinguisher, how to deal with different types of kitchen fires, and how to prevent common tripping and electrical...
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...
Join Lisa Heyer, City of Newton Public Health Nurse, for “Emergency Preparedness 101” on Thursday, January 25th, from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. at Hyde Community Center, 90 Lincoln Street. Lisa will cover the basics about how to prepare for emergency scenarios – from bad weather to power outages to medical emergencies – and also will...
Join Lisa Heyer, City of Newton Public Health Nurse, for “Emergency Preparedness 101” on Thursday, January 25th, from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. at Hyde Community Center, 90 Lincoln Street. Lisa will cover the basics about how to prepare for emergency scenarios – from bad weather to power outages to medical emergencies – and also will...
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...
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,...
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...
