This well-appointed cemetery features more than 100 peaceful acres with a garden atmosphere and an almost rural feel -- rolling hills, exquisite trees and plantings abound. Careful attention is paid to maintenance and detail. Owned by the Newton Cemetery Corporation, the cemetery is nonsectarian and includes a fine chapel. Crematory services are also available.
The three-floor Newton Free Library offers an extensive collection of both print and non-print material including books, music scores, magazines, newspapers, audio CDs and movies. It is a popular place for locals to not only relax with a book, but also to study and work using the wireless Internet access and computer lab, which offers printing services.
Aside from Internet and computer access, library patrons can also use individual study rooms and study desks as well as larger meeting rooms.
Art exhibits are located throughout the library and a gallery on the main floor features monthly collections by regional artists.
The Newton Free Library is a one-mile walk from the Newton Center and Newton Highlands MBTA stops (green line, D branch) as well as the Newtonville MBTA Commuter Rail station (purple line, Framingham/Worcester line). The #59 bus also stops nearby at the corner of Homer Street and Walnut Street.
Nahanton Park is a public park along the Charles River. It encompasses Nahanton Nature Center, which provides activities and educational programs for children and adults. Visitors may use the park to kayak, canoe, hike and more. Nahanton Park is also home to community gardens, a soccer field and a baseball field.
Nahanton Park is accessible by the #52 MBTA bus, which stops at nearby 677 Winchester St.
Congregation Beth El-Atereth Israel is an orthodox Shul on Ward Street. The synagogue has about 250 members, and is committed to approaching the modern world through Zionism, religious growth and observance. People of all backgrounds are welcome to this haimish community.
The Church In Newton is a Christian Meeting Hall that welcomes all believers in the Lord Jesus Christ and the Holy Bible. The Church is open daily and hosts mass services at 10am. Additional services are held for bible study, fellowship and prayer. Tune into a live broadcast on WKOX 1200 AM on Mondays and Tuesdays at 6pm
Located in a quiet Newton Centre neighborhood, Hebrew College offers professional and graduate-level programs in Jewish studies, music and education. The college, which is adjacent to the Andover Newton Theological School, also offers a five-year, full-time Rabbinical School program. While many of the courses at Hebrew College are taught in English, the school offers Hebrew language courses for college and high school students.
Hebrew College is a five-minute walk from the Newton Center MBTA stop (green line, D branch). The #52 MBTA bus also stops nearby at the intersection of Cypress Street and Braeland Avenue.
The Lutheran Church of the Newtons is a member of the Greater Boston Interfaith Organization. They celebrate Mass according to the Lutheran liturgical tradition and wish to bring an understanding of Christ to others. Services are held on Sunday at 9:30. The church is open during construction and handicap access is on the lower level.
More than forty years ago, a group of Greek immigrants created the Greek Evangelical Church of Boston to worship in their culture's language and tradition. Lead by Pastor Emmanouilidis Kostas, the congregation worships in the historic First Church of Newton, previously occupied by the First Congregational Church of Newton. The church offers services and Sunday school in both Greek and English. In addition to religious services, a Greek school also occupies part of the church on Saturday mornings. Children, teens and adults attend the school to learn the Greek language and culture. The Greek Evangelical Church of Boston is a half-mile walk from the Newton Center MBTA stop (green line, D branch). The #52 MBTA bus also stops nearby at the intersection of Centre Street and Gibbs Street.
The Peanut Butter and Jelly Press was founded in 1998 and is a local family operated business that specializes in books focused on everyday issues and struggles that people may face. Some of the books include The Infertility Diet and Terrorism and Kids. The newest addition, The Publishing Game series, coaches authors and publishers, step-by-step, on how to publish a book in 30 days. Allow The Peanut Butter and Jelly Press inspire you with"Extraordinary Books on Everyday Topics."
Newton has been running a recycling program for more than 10 years. However, sometimes it's difficult to know or remember what materials can be recycled. Residents who have questions about what can and cannot be recycled may call the information line or visit the website.
Although it is one of several Episcopal churches in Newton, its stunning architecture sets it apart from many churches in the area. This gothic-style church is located just outside Newton Centre and includes many large and detailed stained-glass windows. Lead by the Reverend Todd Miller, Trinity offers two weekly worship services and various Christian education classes for children, teens and adults. In addition to its worship services, Trinity Church is also open for private and personal prayer during office hours.
Trinity Episcopal Church is a half-mile walk from the Newton Centre MBTA stop (green line, D branch). The #52 MBTA bus also stops nearby, at the intersection of Centre Street and Commonwealth Avenue.
The Sephardic Congregation of Newton was born out of the meeting of two Sephardim after Kol Nidre in 1987. Since its humble beginnings the congregation has grown into a 35-member family group. It is the first congregation of the Sephardic rite (Jews of Spanish and Middle Eastern origin) to be established in Newton. Services are held weekly.
Founded by independent label pioneer Gunther Schuller, this home-based music recording studio specializes in the creation of classical and jazz recordings by under-represented musicians.
Temple Emanuel is a conservative synagogue with more than 1,100 families in its membership. The temple is egalitarian and offers a wide variety of social, religious and educatioanl activities. Services are held every Saturday and a tot shabbat is also held each month. Check their website for accurate start times. Parking is limited.
This group offers a variety of local services and support services to people with developmental disabilities and their families. It has been a part of the Newton Community since 1975. The staff is always respectful and tries to help individuals build relationships as well as their own independence. To learn more about specific services that are offered, call Bruce Pemberton, Program Director, at 617-964-6860 extension 17.
The Synagogue Council of Massachusetts is a collective of conservative, orthodox, reform and reconstructionist congregations dedicated to advancing the religious and cultural welfare of the Jewish community. The Council, working together since 1985, makes great efforts to help individual Jewish communities grow and strengthen. It currently has over 120 due-paying members.
This fitness center is located on the corner of Centre and Crescent Street. The building is a part of the Sacred Heart Parish and features a basketball court and regulation volleyball court. The center is available for private functions and also has multiple meeting rooms and a capacity of 300. There is a free parking lot behind the building.