This past Sunday, 450 volunteers helped out at over 30 sites throughout Newton. They cleaned, mulched and beautified our city for all to enjoy. Thank you to the project leaders and volunteers! A huge thank you also to the Newton Parks, Recreation and Culture Department who coordinated and provided the supplies.

Newton Community Pride is pleased to support this online event with a community micro grant. The virtual celebration will feature traditional cultural activity from past years and more. Watch here on youtube or log in on zoom.

We are happy to sponsor three free family friendly events that have been planned by the Newton Cultural Development Department for Saturday, May 15. Events are free, but sign up is required here. Masks and social distancing also required.

Schedule:

10:30 – 11:30am, Tanglewood Marionettes Puppet Show at Newton Centre Playground Join the Tanglewood Marionettes for a theatrical production of An Arabian Adventure.

Marcus Santos of Grooversity will lead a multi-generational drum circle at Newton Centre Green.

Story Starters program will open with a kid-friendly introduction of Story Starters followed by a read aloud by Newton-based author Mia Wenjen.

End Family Fun Day by watching SPY KIDS on a 40 foot screen from the comfort and safety of your car at the former Aquinas College parking lot at 150 Jackson Road Newton, MA 02458. Pre-order dinner or snacks from Better Life Foods when you purchase your ticket.

Tickets and registration required. $25 per car. Limited Capacity. Purchase HERE

Each car gets a special goodie bag!

Presenting Sponsor, The Village Bank

Newton Community Pride is thrilled to have been awarded a Community Impact Grant from the Massachusetts Cultural Council for our Newton Out Doors public art initiative. We are excited to install approximately 25 fabulous pieces in our village centers this month.