Boston College (BC) and St. Columbkille Partnership School (STCPS) are hosting a fundraising event – race to educate – with a 5K Run/Walk for ages 12 and up, and a kids fun run for ages 11 and below. It will take place on April 27 and start at Boston College Alumni Stadium (140 Commonwealth Ave, Chestnut Hill). Register online BEFORE April 25 (Kids $15, Adults $30) or register in-person on the day of the race. Race Schedule: 9:15AM – Kids 50-Yard Run (Ages 4 and younger) 9:20AM- Kids 1K Run (Ages 5-7) 9:30AM- Kids 1K Run (Ages 8-11) 9:50AM- Opening Ceremony 10AM – 5k Run/Walk ..read more

All Newton Music School is hosting a Woodwinds and Brass showcase on April 27, 4:30PM. It will take place at the All Newton Music School (321 Chestnut St, West Newton) and tickets are $10 for kids, $15 for adults. For more information, contact Bridget Struth at bridget@allnewton.org or (617) 433-8996 ..read more

The LigerBots, Newton’s dual-high-school FIRST Robotics team, traveled to Houston last weekend, April 17-20, to compete in the FIRST World Championship — an international competition that caps the FIRST robotics competition season. This was the first time in six years that the LigerBots had qualified for “the Worlds” — joining 600 other teams from 58 countries. The LigerBots qualified for the FIRST Championship by exceling in tough qualifying events and the New England District Championship: At the Greater Boston Event, the team won the FIRST Impact Award, the most prestigious award in ..read more

Last Friday, April 29th, Taylor Swift released her new album, The Tortured Poets’ Department. In celebration, Newton micropress Tandeta Books organized two community events hosted by Newton Centre businesses. The first was a tasting of two drinks mentioned in Swift’s music — champagne and screwtop rosé — at The Cork and Board at 1207 Centre Street. Proprietor Ryan Gott led a Taylor trivia contest complete with prizes, as well as a blind taste test to rank four different varieties of rosé. Their spirits thus elevated, some of the attendees then proceeded to an open mic at Bill’s Pizzeria on Be ..read more

This weekend (April 27-28), Newton Open Studios (NOS) will highlight the city’s thriving arts scene as 33 venues — homes, studios, and group locations — host the works of more than 130 creators. Venues are generally open 11AM-5PM both days. Each venue will be marked by printed signs with red balloons. Where possible, NOS encourages visitors to use bicycles and carpooling to travel among venues. Now in its 28th year, the event will feature an array of seasoned exhibitors and emerging talents, according to NOS director Claudia Fiks. In addition to the indoor displays, there will be an outdoor v ..read more

The Newton Senior Center will host a free book talk by Elizabeth Millane, author of Sixty Blades of Grass — “an intriguing and dramatic, yet personal, story about the Dutch resistance during the Second World War.” The talk will be on April 25, 1PM-2PM, at the Hyde Community Center (90 Lincoln Street, Newton Highlands). RSVP is requested. Please stop by the Front Desk at Brigham House (20 Hartford Street, Newton Highlands), or call 617-796-1675, or send your name, telephone number, and email address to seniorprograms@newtonma.gov. Inspired by the author’s own family history, Sixty Blades of Gr ..read more

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul, a charity that helps those in need in Newton, is holding a clothing drive on Sunday, April 28, 9AM-Noon and 4PM-6PM. The truck will be located in the parking lot of Our Lady Help of Christians church (parking lot entrance at 279 Adams Street). Accepted items include: clothing of all types and all seasons, coats and shoes, as well as other textile items, such as linens, towels and blankets. Do not bring non-textile items. Donations must be clean and in good condition. The drive gives everyone a chance to clean out their closets while providing for those in n ..read more

On Sunday, April 21, about 1,000 people learned about the latest green technology while listening to music, getting their faces painted, and meeting some adorable animals, among other activities, at Newton’s third-annual Earth Day Festival. The event, organized by Green Newton, the city’s Climate Team, and the EV Task Force, was held at Newton North High School and featured businesses, nonprofits, entertainment, and more. Leif, 5, enjoyed petting goats and bunnies from Enchanted Animal Parties. (photo: Julie M. Cohen) Bike Newton discussed bike safety. (photo: Julie M. Cohen) Michael and Ai ..read more

Mount Alvernia Academy will hold its Spring Open House on Friday, April 26, 8:30AM-11AM, at its campus (20 Manet Road, Chestnut Hill). Register here. Are you interested in an engaging, values-based education for your child? Mount Alvernia Academy is a two-time Blue Ribbon Awarded Preschool-Grade 6, co-ed school. Proudly rooted in the Franciscan tradition and employing 21st-century education methods, MAA creates a safe environment where children “share their gifts with others ..read more

Join the New Art Center for its 2024 POPpin’ at the Factory Gala on April 27, 7PM-11PM at Garage B (1420 Soldiers Field Road, Brighton) for a night of art, drinks, dancing, and delicious food — a gala inspired by the iconic Warhol Factory. POPpin’ at the Factory is a one-of-a-kind event — something extraordinary, with access to an exclusive curated art auction — all to support the New Art Center and its Cultural Access Program. Tickets available online ..read more