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SUMMARY:Needham History Center's Photography Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:The Needham History Center & Museum is privileged to exhibit the work of four talented Needham photographers – Thomas Gaitley\, Alison Borrelli\, Gail Fischer\, and Ilene Hoffman. \nJoin us on September 10th\, from 4:00 to 7:00 pm\, at the Needham History Center\, 1147 Central Avenue\, for a reception to celebrate the opening of the show and meet the artists! The show is in the Schoolhouse\, and refreshments will be served. \nMore information HERE
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/needham-history-centers-photography-exhibit/
LOCATION:Needham History Center & Museum\, 1147 Central Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment,Needham History Center & Museum
ORGANIZER;CN="Needham History Center & Museum":MAILTO:g.greis@rcn.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
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SUMMARY:Hamlet
DESCRIPTION:From yorickensemble.com: \nShakespeare’s Hamlet is a gripping tale of mystery\, ambition\, and the fragile line between reality and illusion. Set against the backdrop of a royal court shrouded in secrets\, this timeless tragedy follows a young prince whose world is upended by a sudden loss and an unsettling discovery. As he navigates a maze of loyalty\, betrayal\, and inner turmoil\, the boundaries between duty and desire begin to blur. With rich language\, unforgettable characters\, and an atmosphere thick with suspense\, Hamlet invites audiences into a world where nothing is as it seems. \nPerformances:\nFriday\, Sept. 5\nSaturday\, Sept. 6\nThursday\, Sept. 11\nFriday\, Sept. 12\nSaturday\, Sept. 13 \nNeedham Town Common\n1471 Highland Ave\, Needham\, MA 02492\n​\nFree Admission | No Reservation Required \n​\nCurtain at 6:30PM\, bring your own seating!
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/hamlet/2025-09-11/
LOCATION:Needham Town Hall\, 1471 Highland Avenue\, Needham\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment,Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
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SUMMARY:Hamlet
DESCRIPTION:From yorickensemble.com: \nShakespeare’s Hamlet is a gripping tale of mystery\, ambition\, and the fragile line between reality and illusion. Set against the backdrop of a royal court shrouded in secrets\, this timeless tragedy follows a young prince whose world is upended by a sudden loss and an unsettling discovery. As he navigates a maze of loyalty\, betrayal\, and inner turmoil\, the boundaries between duty and desire begin to blur. With rich language\, unforgettable characters\, and an atmosphere thick with suspense\, Hamlet invites audiences into a world where nothing is as it seems. \nPerformances:\nFriday\, Sept. 5\nSaturday\, Sept. 6\nThursday\, Sept. 11\nFriday\, Sept. 12\nSaturday\, Sept. 13 \nNeedham Town Common\n1471 Highland Ave\, Needham\, MA 02492\n​\nFree Admission | No Reservation Required \n​\nCurtain at 6:30PM\, bring your own seating!
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/hamlet/2025-09-12/
LOCATION:Needham Town Hall\, 1471 Highland Avenue\, Needham\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment,Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
CREATED:20250829T213610Z
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SUMMARY:Hamlet
DESCRIPTION:From yorickensemble.com: \nShakespeare’s Hamlet is a gripping tale of mystery\, ambition\, and the fragile line between reality and illusion. Set against the backdrop of a royal court shrouded in secrets\, this timeless tragedy follows a young prince whose world is upended by a sudden loss and an unsettling discovery. As he navigates a maze of loyalty\, betrayal\, and inner turmoil\, the boundaries between duty and desire begin to blur. With rich language\, unforgettable characters\, and an atmosphere thick with suspense\, Hamlet invites audiences into a world where nothing is as it seems. \nPerformances:\nFriday\, Sept. 5\nSaturday\, Sept. 6\nThursday\, Sept. 11\nFriday\, Sept. 12\nSaturday\, Sept. 13 \nNeedham Town Common\n1471 Highland Ave\, Needham\, MA 02492\n​\nFree Admission | No Reservation Required \n​\nCurtain at 6:30PM\, bring your own seating!
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/hamlet/2025-09-13/
LOCATION:Needham Town Hall\, 1471 Highland Avenue\, Needham\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment,Community Event
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SUMMARY:All Roads Lead to Needham
DESCRIPTION:The Needham History Center and Museum is proud to launch a new podcast\, produced in collaboration with the Needham Channel. The Needham Local website features Gloria Greis’ Weekly Stories\, from the Needham History Center and Museum’s Weekly Newsletter. The “All Roads” podcast revisits some of those stories and pairs them with thoughtful interviews that place the narrative in our modern context. Join Gloria as she tells some of her favorite tales from Needham’s past! \nTo listen to the podcast\, follow the link above\, or download it from your favorite podcast app.
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/all-roads-lead-to-needham/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment,Community Event,Needham History Center & Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
CREATED:20250902T163300Z
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SUMMARY:Seth’s Broadway Concert Series
DESCRIPTION:This show is SOLD OUT! There are still a limited number of Season Subscriptions available.\nSirius XM radio host Seth Rudetsky is bringing his Broadway concert series to The Great Hall Performance Foundation! Rudetsky is teaming up with Tony Award nominee Andrea McArdle who became world famous at the age of 13 when she created the title role in Annie. This one-night-only special-event concert that will be filled with intimate\, funny\, behind-the-scenes stories mixed with incredible performances of the songs McArdle has performed on Broadway and beyond. \nThe set list will have McArdle recreating show-stopping performances from her unique theatrical career which included singing the beautiful “It Might As Well Be Spring” in State Fair\, the title song from Beauty And The Beast in which she starred as Belle\, and “I Dreamed A Dream” from when she played Fantine in Les Misérables on Broadway where Seth and Andrea first worked together. \nPlus they’ll be doing some classic songs that Andrea first sang when she starred as the young Judy Garland in the TV film Rainbow. \nSeth’s Broadway Concerts are always one-of-a-kind because they’re never fully planned in advance. Rudetsky will definitely have McArdle singing songs from shows he feels she should be starring in like Mame and Hello\, Dolly\, but he often surprises his stars and “makes” them sing songs they’ve never performed before. Who knows what will happen at the performance you attend! \nThis spontaneous evening of show-stopping stories and hit songs will also feature McArdle singing the songs she made famous in the Tony Award winning Best Musical Annie. If you grew up loving “The Red Album” as Seth calls it and you enjoy amazing musicians and sassy comedy\, come see this one-night-only event! \nFind out More about the 2025 Great Hall Consert Series.
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/seths-broadway-concert-series/
LOCATION:Needham Town Hall – Powers Hall\, 1471 Highland Avenue\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment,On Our Minds
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T170000
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SUMMARY:Friends Program: Dr. Susan Rogers - Individuality and the Music-Listening Brain
DESCRIPTION:Friends Program: Dr. Susan Rogers – “Individuality and the Music-Listening Brain”\nDr. Susan Rogers\, a behavioral neuroscientist and a former record producer and engineer known for her work with Prince\, will speak September 21 at the Needham library about the uniqueness of every music lover’s listening. She will describe the “listener profile\,” a constellation of mental sweet spots where music delivers the optimal award for each listener. \nDr. Rogers teaches for Berklee College of Music Online and is the author of This Is What It Sounds Like: What the Music You Love Says About You\, published by W. W. Norton & Company in 2021. She holds a doctorate in psychology from McGill University\, where she studied music cognition and psychoacoustics. Her research focuses on auditory memory\, the perception of musical signals\, and the influence of musical training on auditory development. \nFor two decades prior to her science career\, Rogers was one of the world’s few women known for her work as a record producer\, engineer\, mixer\, and audio electronics technician. Career highlights include years (1983–1988) as staff engineer for recording artist Prince. \nThis Program is sponsored by the Friends of the Needham Public Library. Registration is required\, as we have a current capacity limit of 108. 
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/friends-program-dr-susan-rogers-individuality-and-the-music-listening-brain/
LOCATION:Needham Public Library Community Room\, 1139 Highland Avenue\, Needham\, MA\, 02494\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment,Community Event,Friends of The Needham Public Library,Health & Wellness,On Our Minds
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
CREATED:20250902T162302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T162302Z
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SUMMARY:Fundraiser Concert for Ukraine
DESCRIPTION:Come join us at Christ Episcopal Church 1132 Highland Ave\, Needham\, MA for an afternoon of music and show your support for the people of Ukraine! The event will take place on September 21\, 2025 at 3:00 PM\, on the day recognized as the International Day of Peace. Let’s show our solidarity and enjoy some great performances together of music by Ukrainian composers and selections from Karl Jenkins’ Mass for Peace. Proceeds from ticket sales will benefit the Ukrainian Red Cross Society. See you there!
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/fundraiser-concert-for-ukraine/
LOCATION:Christ Episcopal Church\, 1132 Highland Avenue\, Needham\, MA\, 02494\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment,Giving Back
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
CREATED:20250929T135814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T135814Z
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SUMMARY:Needham Council for Arts and Culture Grants Open House
DESCRIPTION:Please join the Needham Council for Arts and Culture for a Grants Open House\, which will take place on Tuesday\, September 30 in the Great Plain Room at Town Hall. Meet the members of the Council\, have your questions answered\, and learn more about the grant process! The deadline for grant applications is Thursday\, October 16 at 11:59 PM.
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/needham-council-for-arts-and-culture-grants-open-house-2/
LOCATION:Needham Town Hall\, 1471 Highland Avenue\, Needham\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment,Community Event,Municipal Organizations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T233000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
CREATED:20251007T175750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T131252Z
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SUMMARY:Grants Due for the Needham Council for Arts and Culture
DESCRIPTION:The Needham Council for Arts and Culture (NCAC) is now accepting applications from organizations and individuals in the arts and cultural sector or in the interpretive sciences seeking funding to support proposals  for the public benefit of our community. \nFunding Proposals for community-oriented arts\, humanities\, and interpretive science programs are due on Thursday\, October 16th\, at 11:59 PM EST. \nPlease contact needhamartsandculture@gmail.com with any questions.
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/grants-due-for-the-needham-council-for-arts-and-culture/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
CREATED:20250929T160432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T160432Z
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SUMMARY:SAMD Performance: Chicago
DESCRIPTION:Students Acting to Make a Difference is performing the musical “Chicago (Teen Edition)”. \nOctober 24 at 7pm\nOctober 25 at 7pm\nOctober 26 at 2pm\nNewman Auditorium \nTickets Available Oct. 1st\nThe link to the site is here.\nContact Naomi Goldman for any questions regarding Tickets: \nnaomi_goldman@needham.k12.ma.us
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/samd-performance-chicago/2025-10-24/
LOCATION:Newman Elementary School Auditorium\, 1155 Central Ave.\, Needham\, 02492
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment,Community Event,Health & Wellness,Municipal Organizations,Needham Public Schools,Parenting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
CREATED:20250929T160432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T160432Z
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SUMMARY:SAMD Performance: Chicago
DESCRIPTION:Students Acting to Make a Difference is performing the musical “Chicago (Teen Edition)”. \nOctober 24 at 7pm\nOctober 25 at 7pm\nOctober 26 at 2pm\nNewman Auditorium \nTickets Available Oct. 1st\nThe link to the site is here.\nContact Naomi Goldman for any questions regarding Tickets: \nnaomi_goldman@needham.k12.ma.us
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/samd-performance-chicago/2025-10-25/
LOCATION:Newman Elementary School Auditorium\, 1155 Central Ave.\, Needham\, 02492
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment,Community Event,Health & Wellness,Municipal Organizations,Needham Public Schools,Parenting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
CREATED:20250929T160432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T160432Z
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SUMMARY:SAMD Performance: Chicago
DESCRIPTION:Students Acting to Make a Difference is performing the musical “Chicago (Teen Edition)”. \nOctober 24 at 7pm\nOctober 25 at 7pm\nOctober 26 at 2pm\nNewman Auditorium \nTickets Available Oct. 1st\nThe link to the site is here.\nContact Naomi Goldman for any questions regarding Tickets: \nnaomi_goldman@needham.k12.ma.us
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/samd-performance-chicago/2025-10-26/
LOCATION:Newman Elementary School Auditorium\, 1155 Central Ave.\, Needham\, 02492
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment,Community Event,Health & Wellness,Municipal Organizations,Needham Public Schools,Parenting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
CREATED:20251030T154235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T154235Z
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SUMMARY:Needham Open Studios Fall Pop-up
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, November 1st\n11am – 4pm\nCongregational Church of Needham\n1154 Great Plain Avenue \nThe artists of Needham Open Studios welcome you to a Fall Pop-Up on Saturday\, November 1st\, at the Congregational Church of Needham. \nMeet the Needham artists and treat yourself to the quality and craftsmanship of original paintings\, photographs\, prints\, illustrations\, fiber arts\, mixed media and handcrafted fine jewelry. \nFree admission and parking.
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/needham-open-studios-fall-pop-up/
LOCATION:Congregational Church of Needham\, 1154 Great Plain Avenue\, Needham\, 02492
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment,Business & Economy,Town Celebrations & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
CREATED:20251030T152407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T152407Z
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SUMMARY:Great Hall Concert Series
DESCRIPTION:This show is SOLD OUT!\nWe all remember hits like “Still the One\,” “Dance with Me\,” and “Love Takes Time.” Platinum hit-makers ORLEANS are celebrating more than 50 YEARS of live performances! \nPraised by their peers for their songwriting skills\, instrumental prowess and classic trademark harmonies\, their iconic radio hits still resonate with audiences of all ages thanks to continued airplay on Classic Rock radio\, television\, film and streaming services.  Orleans have produced a body of work spanning 17 albums and several DVDs\, and they continue to be in demand for live shows\, as they have been for more than 5 decades. \nOver time\, Orleans have enjoyed great success\, but have also experienced tragedy. The untimely death of Wells Kelly in 1984 and the sudden passing of mainstay Larry Hoppen in 2012\, prompted the return of co-founder and former US Congressman John Hall (now retired from the road band). Co-Founder Lance Hoppen and longtime bandmates Lane Hoppen\, Fly Amero\, and Tony Hooper are now joined by Nashville veterans Brady Spencer and Tom Lane on drums and guitar\, respectively. Together they faithfully deliver the musical elements you have come to expect from this class act\, with power and integrity. \nSince their humble beginnings in Woodstock NY and throughout countless worldwide tours\, Orleans have set standards respected by other musicians. Today and beyond\, Orleans will continue to meet and exceed those standards at every show\, to the delight of audiences everywhere. \nFind out More about the 2025 Great Hall Consert Series.
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/great-hall-concert-series/
LOCATION:Needham Town Hall – Powers Hall\, 1471 Highland Avenue\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment,On Our Minds
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ORGANIZER;CN="Great Hall Concert Series":MAILTO:info@greathallperformance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251109T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251109T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
CREATED:20251029T145251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T145251Z
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SUMMARY:Needham Camera Club - Flexibility Behind the Lens
DESCRIPTION:First Camera Club in-person meeting since 2019! We will discuss and explore how your own strength\, stamina\, stretch\, and movement impact your photographs\, no matter your age or the equipment you use. Our guest speaker is Katie McCraven\, YMCA Healthy Living Director and Ilene Hoffman\, Photographer. Refreshments will be served. Bring your phone or camera and questions! RSVP to ilene at ilenesmachine@gmail.com.
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/needham-camera-club-flexibility-behind-the-lens/
LOCATION:5 Chambers Street\, 5 Chambers Street\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment
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ORGANIZER;CN="ilene Hoffman%2C Photographer":MAILTO:ilenesmachine@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
CREATED:20251114T012609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T012609Z
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SUMMARY:A Joyful Call for Unity: Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 Brings Together Our Local Communities
DESCRIPTION:This coming weekend\, the New Philharmonia Orchestra invites you to experience one of music’s most powerful celebrations of humanity—Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 in D minor\, Op. 125\, performed live in the heart of Newton. \nFew works speak so directly to the spirit of community as the Ninth Symphony. Beethoven’s visionary setting of Schiller’s “Ode to Joy” proclaims\, “All men become brothers\,” a message that transcends time\, culture\, and language. In an age when connection and compassion are more vital than ever\, the New Phil’s performance brings this call for unity to life—right here among our neighbors. The orchestra\, under the direction of Maestro Jorge Soto\, joins forces with local choirs and vocal soloists. Together\, they embody the orchestra’s motto\, “Music for All\,”  blending professional artistry with the warmth and diversity of our communities. The City of Newton Mayor Ruthanne Fuller will deliver an opening speech at 7:30 pm Saturday\, November 15th.
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/a-joyful-call-for-unity-beethovens-symphony-no-9-brings-together-our-local-communities/
LOCATION:Trinity Chapel\, Boston College\, 885 Centre Street\, Newton Centre\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment,Beyond Needham,Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251116T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251116T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
CREATED:20251030T160629Z
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SUMMARY:Needham Open Studios Art Exhibit & Opening Reception
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, November 16th\n11am – 2pm\nCommunity Art Gallery\, Christ Church\n1132 Highland Avenue \nHoliday Sale and Opening Reception\, with Orginal Art and Fine Crafts. The Gallery is open Monday through Friday from 9am to 2pm\, and Sundays from 9am to 12pm. A portion of the sales will be donated to the Needham Community Council.
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/needham-open-studios-art-exhibit-opening-reception/
LOCATION:Christ Episcopal Church\, 1132 Highland Avenue\, Needham\, MA\, 02494\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment,Business & Economy,Town Celebrations & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251121T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251121T223000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
CREATED:20251104T001451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T140915Z
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SUMMARY:Needham Community Theatre presents "Annie"
DESCRIPTION:  \nNeedham Community Theatre is presenting ANNIE directed and choreographed by Marianne Lonati\, music directed by Alan Rodi\, and produced by Heather Daley\, Naomi Goldman and Nina Barzilay. Performances at the at  Newman Elementary School Auditorium\, 1155 Central Avenue\, in Needham\, November 21-30\, 2025. \nANNIE is a musical about a spunky orphan girl in 1930s New York City who is adopted by the billionaire Oliver Warbucks\, while also trying to avoid the cruel orphanage mistress\, Miss Hannigan\, and her accomplices. The story\, based on the “Little Orphan Annie”\, comic strip\, follows Annie as she goes from a hard knock life in the orphanage to finding a new family with Warbucks\, his assistant Grace Farrell\, and her dog Sandy.  ANNIE  is a musical filled with love\, acceptance and courage\,  a classic must-see for the whole family ages 4 and up! \nThere are many restaurants and pubs in the Needham area and some theatergoers enjoy a refreshment before or after the show. \n The NCT production of ANNIE is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI)
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/needham-community-theatre-presents-annie/2025-11-21/
LOCATION:Newman Elementary School Auditorium\, 1155 Central Ave.\, Needham\, 02492
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment,Community Event,Needham Community Theatre
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251122T173000
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SUMMARY:Needham Community Theatre presents "Annie"
DESCRIPTION:  \nNeedham Community Theatre is presenting ANNIE directed and choreographed by Marianne Lonati\, music directed by Alan Rodi\, and produced by Heather Daley\, Naomi Goldman and Nina Barzilay. Performances at the at  Newman Elementary School Auditorium\, 1155 Central Avenue\, in Needham\, November 21-30\, 2025. \nANNIE is a musical about a spunky orphan girl in 1930s New York City who is adopted by the billionaire Oliver Warbucks\, while also trying to avoid the cruel orphanage mistress\, Miss Hannigan\, and her accomplices. The story\, based on the “Little Orphan Annie”\, comic strip\, follows Annie as she goes from a hard knock life in the orphanage to finding a new family with Warbucks\, his assistant Grace Farrell\, and her dog Sandy.  ANNIE  is a musical filled with love\, acceptance and courage\,  a classic must-see for the whole family ages 4 and up! \nThere are many restaurants and pubs in the Needham area and some theatergoers enjoy a refreshment before or after the show. \n The NCT production of ANNIE is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI)
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/needham-community-theatre-presents-annie/2025-11-22/
LOCATION:Newman Elementary School Auditorium\, 1155 Central Ave.\, Needham\, 02492
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment,Community Event,Needham Community Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251123T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251123T173000
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SUMMARY:Needham Community Theatre presents "Annie"
DESCRIPTION:  \nNeedham Community Theatre is presenting ANNIE directed and choreographed by Marianne Lonati\, music directed by Alan Rodi\, and produced by Heather Daley\, Naomi Goldman and Nina Barzilay. Performances at the at  Newman Elementary School Auditorium\, 1155 Central Avenue\, in Needham\, November 21-30\, 2025. \nANNIE is a musical about a spunky orphan girl in 1930s New York City who is adopted by the billionaire Oliver Warbucks\, while also trying to avoid the cruel orphanage mistress\, Miss Hannigan\, and her accomplices. The story\, based on the “Little Orphan Annie”\, comic strip\, follows Annie as she goes from a hard knock life in the orphanage to finding a new family with Warbucks\, his assistant Grace Farrell\, and her dog Sandy.  ANNIE  is a musical filled with love\, acceptance and courage\,  a classic must-see for the whole family ages 4 and up! \nThere are many restaurants and pubs in the Needham area and some theatergoers enjoy a refreshment before or after the show. \n The NCT production of ANNIE is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI)
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/needham-community-theatre-presents-annie/2025-11-23/1/
LOCATION:Newman Elementary School Auditorium\, 1155 Central Ave.\, Needham\, 02492
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment,Community Event,Needham Community Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251123T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251123T223000
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SUMMARY:Needham Community Theatre presents "Annie"
DESCRIPTION:  \nNeedham Community Theatre is presenting ANNIE directed and choreographed by Marianne Lonati\, music directed by Alan Rodi\, and produced by Heather Daley\, Naomi Goldman and Nina Barzilay. Performances at the at  Newman Elementary School Auditorium\, 1155 Central Avenue\, in Needham\, November 21-30\, 2025. \nANNIE is a musical about a spunky orphan girl in 1930s New York City who is adopted by the billionaire Oliver Warbucks\, while also trying to avoid the cruel orphanage mistress\, Miss Hannigan\, and her accomplices. The story\, based on the “Little Orphan Annie”\, comic strip\, follows Annie as she goes from a hard knock life in the orphanage to finding a new family with Warbucks\, his assistant Grace Farrell\, and her dog Sandy.  ANNIE  is a musical filled with love\, acceptance and courage\,  a classic must-see for the whole family ages 4 and up! \nThere are many restaurants and pubs in the Needham area and some theatergoers enjoy a refreshment before or after the show. \n The NCT production of ANNIE is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI)
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/needham-community-theatre-presents-annie/2025-11-23/2/
LOCATION:Newman Elementary School Auditorium\, 1155 Central Ave.\, Needham\, 02492
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment,Community Event,Needham Community Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251129T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251129T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
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SUMMARY:Needham Community Theatre presents "Annie"
DESCRIPTION:  \nNeedham Community Theatre is presenting ANNIE directed and choreographed by Marianne Lonati\, music directed by Alan Rodi\, and produced by Heather Daley\, Naomi Goldman and Nina Barzilay. Performances at the at  Newman Elementary School Auditorium\, 1155 Central Avenue\, in Needham\, November 21-30\, 2025. \nANNIE is a musical about a spunky orphan girl in 1930s New York City who is adopted by the billionaire Oliver Warbucks\, while also trying to avoid the cruel orphanage mistress\, Miss Hannigan\, and her accomplices. The story\, based on the “Little Orphan Annie”\, comic strip\, follows Annie as she goes from a hard knock life in the orphanage to finding a new family with Warbucks\, his assistant Grace Farrell\, and her dog Sandy.  ANNIE  is a musical filled with love\, acceptance and courage\,  a classic must-see for the whole family ages 4 and up! \nThere are many restaurants and pubs in the Needham area and some theatergoers enjoy a refreshment before or after the show. \n The NCT production of ANNIE is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI)
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/needham-community-theatre-presents-annie/2025-11-29/
LOCATION:Newman Elementary School Auditorium\, 1155 Central Ave.\, Needham\, 02492
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment,Community Event,Needham Community Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251130T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251130T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
CREATED:20251104T001451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T140915Z
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SUMMARY:Needham Community Theatre presents "Annie"
DESCRIPTION:  \nNeedham Community Theatre is presenting ANNIE directed and choreographed by Marianne Lonati\, music directed by Alan Rodi\, and produced by Heather Daley\, Naomi Goldman and Nina Barzilay. Performances at the at  Newman Elementary School Auditorium\, 1155 Central Avenue\, in Needham\, November 21-30\, 2025. \nANNIE is a musical about a spunky orphan girl in 1930s New York City who is adopted by the billionaire Oliver Warbucks\, while also trying to avoid the cruel orphanage mistress\, Miss Hannigan\, and her accomplices. The story\, based on the “Little Orphan Annie”\, comic strip\, follows Annie as she goes from a hard knock life in the orphanage to finding a new family with Warbucks\, his assistant Grace Farrell\, and her dog Sandy.  ANNIE  is a musical filled with love\, acceptance and courage\,  a classic must-see for the whole family ages 4 and up! \nThere are many restaurants and pubs in the Needham area and some theatergoers enjoy a refreshment before or after the show. \n The NCT production of ANNIE is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI)
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/needham-community-theatre-presents-annie/2025-11-30/
LOCATION:Newman Elementary School Auditorium\, 1155 Central Ave.\, Needham\, 02492
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment,Community Event,Needham Community Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
CREATED:20251127T194040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T163520Z
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SUMMARY:First Night | Needham Concert Society
DESCRIPTION:NEW YEAR’S SHOWCASE | The Needham Concert Society reprises their beloved First Night concert\, in which exceptionally talented students and the society’s favorite professional guests perform highlights from the chamber music and chamber orchestra repertoire. \nThese programs are supported in part by a grant from the Needham Council for Arts and Culture\, ​a local agency which is supported by the Town of Needham and the Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency.
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/first-night-needham-concert-society/
LOCATION:Carter Memorial UMC\, 800 Highland Avenue\, Needham\, 02494
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment,Community Event,Town Celebrations & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
CREATED:20260112T151334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T151334Z
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SUMMARY:Needham Library Winter Book Sale
DESCRIPTION:The Winter Book Sale of the Friends of the Needham Public Library will open on Friday\, January 30\, from 12:00 to 4:00. The sale continues on Saturday\, January 31 from 9:00 to 4:00\, and on Sunday\, February 1 from 1:00 to 4:00. \nIndividually priced books in the Friends’ Book Shop will be half-price starting at 12:00 Friday\, and continuing all day Saturday and Sunday. Items in the Community Room are uniformly priced from 12:00 to 4:00 on Friday and all day Saturday. These include hardcovers and trade paperbacks at $1.00\, mass market paperbacks at 50 cents\, and CDs and DVDs at $1.00. \nSunday is bargain day in the Community Room\, during which all items are half-price. A brown bag of books is a true bargain at $8.00. Fiction\, general non-fiction\, some separate non-fiction categories\, children’s youth\, and young adult books are among the many that will be available in the library’s community room. \nPlease note that only cash or checks will be accepted for payment. The Needham Free Library\, located at 1139 Highland Avenue\, is handicap accessible. The best access to the lower level Community Room is from the library parking lot on Rosemary Street. For further information\, visit the Friends’ website http://www.friendsneedhamlibrary.org or call 781-455-7559.
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/needham-library-winter-book-sale/2026-01-30/
LOCATION:Needham Public Library Community Room\, 1139 Highland Avenue\, Needham\, MA\, 02494\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment,Business & Economy,Community Event,Friends of The Needham Public Library,Needham Public Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
CREATED:20260112T151334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T151334Z
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SUMMARY:Needham Library Winter Book Sale
DESCRIPTION:The Winter Book Sale of the Friends of the Needham Public Library will open on Friday\, January 30\, from 12:00 to 4:00. The sale continues on Saturday\, January 31 from 9:00 to 4:00\, and on Sunday\, February 1 from 1:00 to 4:00. \nIndividually priced books in the Friends’ Book Shop will be half-price starting at 12:00 Friday\, and continuing all day Saturday and Sunday. Items in the Community Room are uniformly priced from 12:00 to 4:00 on Friday and all day Saturday. These include hardcovers and trade paperbacks at $1.00\, mass market paperbacks at 50 cents\, and CDs and DVDs at $1.00. \nSunday is bargain day in the Community Room\, during which all items are half-price. A brown bag of books is a true bargain at $8.00. Fiction\, general non-fiction\, some separate non-fiction categories\, children’s youth\, and young adult books are among the many that will be available in the library’s community room. \nPlease note that only cash or checks will be accepted for payment. The Needham Free Library\, located at 1139 Highland Avenue\, is handicap accessible. The best access to the lower level Community Room is from the library parking lot on Rosemary Street. For further information\, visit the Friends’ website http://www.friendsneedhamlibrary.org or call 781-455-7559.
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/needham-library-winter-book-sale/2026-01-31/
LOCATION:Needham Public Library Community Room\, 1139 Highland Avenue\, Needham\, MA\, 02494\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment,Business & Economy,Community Event,Friends of The Needham Public Library,Needham Public Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
CREATED:20251127T194156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T163951Z
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SUMMARY:Student String Festival | Needham Concert Society
DESCRIPTION:STRING FESTIVAL | The Needham Concert Society sponsors annual student festivals to give piano\, string\, and voice students an opportunity to perform in front of an audience of family\, friends\, and others. The recitals\, free and open to the public\, are also designed to foster community among students and their teachers. For eligibility and registration details\, see https://needhamconcertsociety.org/string_festival/. \nThese programs are supported in part by a grant from the Needham Council for Arts and Culture\, ​a local agency which is supported by the Town of Needham and the Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency.
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/student-string-festival-needham-concert-society/
LOCATION:Carter Memorial UMC\, 800 Highland Avenue\, Needham\, 02494
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment,Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260201T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260201T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
CREATED:20260112T151334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T151334Z
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SUMMARY:Needham Library Winter Book Sale
DESCRIPTION:The Winter Book Sale of the Friends of the Needham Public Library will open on Friday\, January 30\, from 12:00 to 4:00. The sale continues on Saturday\, January 31 from 9:00 to 4:00\, and on Sunday\, February 1 from 1:00 to 4:00. \nIndividually priced books in the Friends’ Book Shop will be half-price starting at 12:00 Friday\, and continuing all day Saturday and Sunday. Items in the Community Room are uniformly priced from 12:00 to 4:00 on Friday and all day Saturday. These include hardcovers and trade paperbacks at $1.00\, mass market paperbacks at 50 cents\, and CDs and DVDs at $1.00. \nSunday is bargain day in the Community Room\, during which all items are half-price. A brown bag of books is a true bargain at $8.00. Fiction\, general non-fiction\, some separate non-fiction categories\, children’s youth\, and young adult books are among the many that will be available in the library’s community room. \nPlease note that only cash or checks will be accepted for payment. The Needham Free Library\, located at 1139 Highland Avenue\, is handicap accessible. The best access to the lower level Community Room is from the library parking lot on Rosemary Street. For further information\, visit the Friends’ website http://www.friendsneedhamlibrary.org or call 781-455-7559.
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/needham-library-winter-book-sale/2026-02-01/
LOCATION:Needham Public Library Community Room\, 1139 Highland Avenue\, Needham\, MA\, 02494\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment,Business & Economy,Community Event,Friends of The Needham Public Library,Needham Public Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
CREATED:20260113T195026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T195026Z
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SUMMARY:Art Critique Night with John Rufo
DESCRIPTION:Please join Needham Art Association for an educational and engaging critique session of work by our members with artist John Rufo.  \nThis event is free and open to the public\, although only current NAA members may submit work to be critiqued. 
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/art-critique-night-with-john-rufo/
LOCATION:Needham Public Library\, 1132 Highland Avenue\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment
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