Updates from the Newton Free Library
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Newton Free Library Programs for adults
A Conversation with Robert Reich: 7 p.m. Feb. 11. Join us for an engaging conversation with Robert Reich on his latest book, “The System: Who Rigged It, How We Fix It.” Christopher Lydon, host of the original podcast, “Open Source,” heard in Boston on WBUR, will moderate. Presented in partnership with libraries across Massachusetts and in New Hampshire.
Light Up Valentine’s Day Cards: 7 p.m. Feb. 11. Join us in creating handmade Valentine’s Day Cards with a bright twist! We’ll create cards with copper tape, LED lights and a button battery to create a simple circuit that will add light to your Valentine’s Day cards. After registering, come by the library to grab your kit with all the necessary supplies then join us on Zoom to create your card.
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In response to concerns about the coronavirus, area events may be subject to cancellation, postponement or attendance limits. Please contact organizers to confirm event details.
Upcoming events
Sunday, Feb. 21
PLANNING A FUTURE FOR YOUR FAMILY’S PAST WITH MARIAN BURK WOOD: 1:30-3:30 p.m. Presented by the Jewish Genealogical Society of Greater Boston. Cost: Members, free; Non-members, $5. To register: https://jgsgb.org. Old family photos, documents, and heirlooms are important in preserving your family’s past. Learn how to organize and store these special items safely. Discover an easy step-by-step process for deciding what to retain in your collection and what to give to relatives or institutions. Finally, attendees will get ideas for preparing a “genealogical will” to preserve family’s photos, documents and heirlooms for future generations.
Newton Art Association partners with local food pantries
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The Newton Art Association is partnering with the Centre Street Food Pantry and the Newton Food Pantry for a fundraising event where NAA members will sell their art works and half of the selling price will go to the two food pantries.
The virtual exhibit will be online through Dec. 31. Art works can be viewed and purchased online and timely delivery will be arranged between the buyer and the artist.
“You can help feed the hungry and give something entirely surprising to your loved ones in one efficient act online,” said NAA co-president, Nancy DuVergne Smith.
Newton Art Association to partner with Centre Street Food Pantry, Newton Food Pantry
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This holiday season the Newton Art Association will partner with the Centre Street Food Pantry and the Newton Food Pantry for a fundraising event.
NAA members will sell their art works and half of the selling price will go to the two food pantries. The virtual exhibit will be online throughout December 2020. Art works can be viewed and purchased as holiday gifts and for your home. Timely delivery will be arranged between the buyer and the artist.
“You can help feed the hungry and give something entirely surprising to your loved ones in one efficient act online,” said NAA Co-President Nancy DuVergne Smith.