Bike Newton has created a petition for better, safer mobility with specific actionable items, several of which are routes to schools. All parents are encouraged to read the petition and sign and share if they agree. Click here to view … Continue reading
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Overdue Series: When Getting Along is Not Enough
Newton Free Library hosts Maureen Walker, a licensed psychologist, speaker, educator, and writer who helps people bridge cultural differences such as race, religion, gender and other social status markers for this important education session. Ms. Walker will speak about her … Continue reading
Newton Community Freedge
Despite Newton’s image as an affluent suburb, too many of our neighbors struggle to put food on their tables. On March 14th, Newton will have a new, free, supplemental food program that is available at all times and in all … Continue reading
Newton Schools Foundation Awards a Record 20 Grants
The Newton Schools Foundation awarded a record 20 grants in the first half of the school year. In a particularly challenging year Newton Schools Foundation (NSF), the non-profit organization that provides grants to Newton educators, has received a record number … Continue reading
Volunteer at Welcome Home
Do you have an hour or two per week or per month you would like to spend volunteering at a Newton-based nonprofit? Welcome Home, in Newton Centre, strives to provide families experiencing hardship with basic household items they need to … Continue reading
LWVN Event with Barney Frank, Joe Kennedy III, and Jake Auchincloss
Join in a discussion among Barney Frank, Joe Kennedy III and Jake Auchincloss moderated by Gail Spector. For details visit Representing the 4th: A Conversation with Barney Frank, Joe Kennedy III, and Jake Auchincloss. Forum questions can be sent pre-program (through … Continue reading
Hospitality Homes 2021 Falmouth Road Race
Searching for people who have a passion for running and a commitment to supporting the Hospitality Homes mission. Hospitality Homes provides free (no cost) and low cost short-term housing in volunteer host homes and donated apartments for families and friends … Continue reading
Basic Rights under Special Education Laws presentation and discussion
Please join Newton SEPAC for a presentation and discussion about student and family basic rights under special education laws and regulations. Whether you’re new to the world of special education or a seasoned special education parent, there are always new … Continue reading
Next CPC Meeting on March 9th
The March 9th CPC Meeting Agenda – including a New Proposal for West Newton Armory Affordable Housing Development and a Pre-Proposal for Gath Memorial Pool Renovation Feasibility Study – is now available online for review. This will be a virtual … Continue reading
Mental Health: Starting the Conversation
Join Mayor Fuller, NAMI Newton-Wellesley, and Riverside Emergency Services to learn more about mental health, mental illness and the work of community organizations improving education and awareness. Register for the webinar at www.newtonma.gov/mentalhealth For additional information, please contact Aimee Sullivan … Continue reading