Shop at either of the Newton locations (647 Washington Street and 916 Walnut Street) of Whole Foods Market on March 1st and each store will generously donate 5% of net sales for the day to Historic Newton. Come in anytime between 8:00 am and 10:00 pm to shop.
Learn more about Historic Newton at their information table from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm and 4:00 to 8:00 pm. Historic Newton is proud to count Whole Foods as one of its corporate members.
The Newton Nomadic Theater acclaimed production of Molly Sweeney closes out this weekend with three shows. The show has been playing to sold out houses and great reviews for the past four weeks.
This week on March 4th and March 5th at 7:30pm, Molly Sweeney will come to the beautiful Gregorian Rugs in Lowe Falls. The final closing performance will be March 6th at 5:00 pm at Dunn Gaherins Pub in Upper Falls. These are likely to be sold out shows so get your tickets ($20.00) soon at http://NewtonNomadicTheater.org
Tickets are now on sale for South Stage’s big winter musical: Urinetown. Please visit the SouthStage.org website for more information and to purchase tickets. Urinetown is a socially and politically relevant satirical comedy that examines the long-term effects of oppression and capitalism on a population. With a timely story, great singing, dancing, amazing costumes and sets, this production is not to be missed! The winter musical usually sells out, so please buy your tickets as soon as you can. Rated PG for potty humor. No adult language.
March 3rd, 4th, and 5th, 7:30 pm
Seasholes Theatre, Newton South
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The Innovation Institute’s At the Frontiers program for grades 8-12 will begin March 16th. This year’s focus is “Materials that Matter”. This year’s specialists are an all MIT & Harvard team of postdocs and advanced grad students from some of the hottest research lab’s in materials sciences and engineering–materials transforming how we will live and work.
Classes will consist of 11 weeks of discussions and labs with specialists who change as the topics do. Topics to include:
For additional information, please visit http://theinnovationinstitute.org/at-the-frontiers or contact Jennifer Montana at 617 340-9907 or via email montana@theinnovationinstitute.org.
March 16th – June 3rd, 7:00 – 8:30pm
Able Bodies Physical Therapy and Balance Acupuncture have moved to 87 Wyman Street (formally FREEZE)! They will be hosting an Open House on March 24th, from 6:00-9:00 pm.
Stop by to see the space, learn more about the therapists and see if the practice is a good fit for you. Hors d’ouevres and beverages will be served.
For more information call 617-965-4055, or contact:
Kelly PT: ablebodiesphysicaltherapy@gmail.com
Katie Lic Ac: acubalanceboston@gmail.com
Kids learn how to act and sing in a teen theatre cabaret at the Leventhal-Sidman Jewish Community Center. Under the direction of theater professionals, teens will learn about acting through song and explore how to interpret and connect to the lyrics to tell a story. Teens will also receive professional vocal, acting and dance training.
Class will culminate in a performance to be held on May 22nd at 7:00 pm. Geared for teens ages 13-17 years old, cost is $375.00. Register at bostonjcc.org/teencabaret or for more information, contact artclasses@jccgb.org or 617-558-6486.
March 6th – May 22nd from 4:15-6:00 pm
333 Nahanton Street, Newton on Sundays
The Sisterhood of Temple Shalom of Newton is holding their annual Rummage Sale upstairs in the Social Hall featuring all sorts of useful items and unique treasures. Clothing, Furniture, Household, Antiques, Collectibles…you name it and they will have it! Everything is price to sell.
Sunday, March 6th and Monday March 7th
Temple Shalom of Newton
175 Temple Street
Come to an Open House for the STEAM Summer Program for kids ages 6-12 in Brighton. From puzzles and games to programming and painting, there is something for every student! The Studio of Engaging Math’s summer program offers kids the chance to experience just how fun science, math and engineering can be.
The hands on activities focus on the most engaging and exciting STEAM topics: science, technology, engineering, art & math. Learn about geometry by drawing tessellations and making beautiful origami. Study structure support by building bridges. Play strategy games to strengthen critical thinking and reasoning. Build a house of your dreams with a 3D modeling program. Learn how to program by making your own video games and animations. Have fun and learn at the same time! For more information, please visit: http://engagingmath.com/site/summer-program/ or 617-903-3168.
Open House February 26th, 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Studio of Engaging Math
www.engagingmath.com
Acoustic Newton presents “Song Swap” at the Newton Cultural Center at City Hall. Folk, Americana, Roots & Blues with Martin Grosswendt & Susanne Salem-Schatz and the Barbara Cassidy Band. Martin Grosswendt and Susanne Salem-Schatz make beautiful music together, presenting a delightful gumbo rooted in the blues and old-time traditions, with soul that comes from deep within and a wry humor that never fails to engage audiences.
Martin is a multi-instrumentalist, internationally known as an inspirational interpreter of pre-war blues and other southern roots music, he is one of roots music’s best kept secrets. Musical partner and remarkable singer Susanne Salem-Schatz complements Grosswendt’s stunning, understated instrumental work and soulful singing with rock solid rhythm, distinctive harmonies and powerful lead vocals. Tickets $10/$5 Students & Seniors www.newtoncommunitypride.org
February 27th, 7:00 pm
Newton City Hall