12 events found.
Health & Wellness
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Rajani LaRocca Kicks Off “Family Conversations”
First Parish in Needham 23 Dedham Avenue, NeedhamStory Starters is delighted to welcome award-winning author Rajani LaRocca to its Family Conversations program kickoff on January 26. Now through January 10, Needham families can sign up for the opportunity to meet LaRocca and participate in an eight-week program that uses children’s literature to initiate and deepen in-home conversations about race and racism. Join […]
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FeaturedWhat’s ‘Normal’ Anyway: A (Stigma-Obliterating) Disability Film Series
Newman Elementary School Auditorium 1155 Central Ave., NeedhamAward-Winning Film In A Different Key Premieres in Needham February 11, 2025 – Needham invites the community to the premiere of In A Different Key, an award-winning documentary that follows a mother’s journey to uncover the life story of the first person diagnosed with autism, now an elderly man living in rural Mississippi. Her search […]
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Emotions 101: Helping your child name and navigate emotions with Deborah Farmer Kris, Child Development Expert & Author
Broadmeadow School Performance Center 120 Broad Meadow Rd, NeedhamPractical Advice for Supporting Kids in Navigating Their Feelings and Building Emotional Awareness, Social Competency, and Resilience. For parents and caregivers of preschool, elementary school, and younger middle school aged children. This event is free. Please registration for the event here: https://bit.ly/MindfulMar5
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What’s ‘Normal’ Anyway: A (Stigma-Obliterating) Disability Film Series
Newman Elementary School Auditorium 1155 Central Ave., NeedhamThe Disrupters- a special screening of the award-winning documentary Directed by Emmy-nominated filmmaker Stephanie Soechtig, The Disruptors provides an eye-opening look at Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and the individuals who transform their challenges into strengths. The film shares powerful stories of children, parents, and experts striving to shift the conversation around ADHD from stigma […]
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Needham Area Community Cabinet to host benefit for Visiting Nurses
MIT Endicott House 80 Haven Street, Dedham, MA, United StatesEvening Under the Stars to benefit VNA Care will be held Thursday, May 1, from 6 to 8 p.m. on the Terrace of the MIT Endicott House Estate, 80 Haven St., Dedham. This 12th annual event, hosted by VNA Care’s Needham Area Community Cabinet volunteers, will be an unforgettable night with delicious food and spectacular […]
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Overdose Awareness Vigil
Memorial Park, Needham Needham, MA, United StatesNeedham's 4th Annual Overdose Awareness Vigil 6:30-7:10pm at the Memorial Park Gazebo International Overdose Awareness Day is an opportunity to remember, without stigma, those who have died, and acknowledge the grief of the family and friends left behind. Needham's observance will include speakers, a memorial flag display, and the distribution of informational materials to support […]
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Friends Program: Dr. Susan Rogers – Individuality and the Music-Listening Brain
Needham Public Library Community Room 1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, United StatesFriends Program: Dr. Susan Rogers - "Individuality and the Music-Listening Brain” Dr. 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 […]
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Strategies and Solutions for Social Anxiety in Tweens and Teens with ADHD
Broadmeadow School Performance Center 120 Broad Meadow Rd, NeedhamFor Parents, Caregivers & Educators of Kids in Grades 6-12. Do your tweens and teens with ADHD struggle with making and keeping friends, speaking in front of others, or joining group activities? This presentation offers useful strategies to help students initiate and foster friendships, boosting their self-esteem and improving their conversational skills. Learn how to […]
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SAMD Performance: Chicago
Newman Elementary School Auditorium 1155 Central Ave., NeedhamStudents Acting to Make a Difference is performing the musical "Chicago (Teen Edition)". October 24 at 7pm October 25 at 7pm October 26 at 2pm Newman Auditorium Tickets Available Oct. 1st The link to the site is here. Contact Naomi Goldman for any questions regarding Tickets: naomi_goldman@needham.k12.ma.us
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SAMD Performance: Chicago
Newman Elementary School Auditorium 1155 Central Ave., NeedhamStudents Acting to Make a Difference is performing the musical "Chicago (Teen Edition)". October 24 at 7pm October 25 at 7pm October 26 at 2pm Newman Auditorium Tickets Available Oct. 1st The link to the site is here. Contact Naomi Goldman for any questions regarding Tickets: naomi_goldman@needham.k12.ma.us
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SAMD Performance: Chicago
Newman Elementary School Auditorium 1155 Central Ave., NeedhamStudents Acting to Make a Difference is performing the musical "Chicago (Teen Edition)". October 24 at 7pm October 25 at 7pm October 26 at 2pm Newman Auditorium Tickets Available Oct. 1st The link to the site is here. Contact Naomi Goldman for any questions regarding Tickets: naomi_goldman@needham.k12.ma.us
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Through My Eyes: A Survivor’s Journey Through Domestic Abuse
Powers Hall at Needham Town Hall 1471 Highland Ave., Needham, MA, United StatesOver the past 2 years, The Needham Domestic Violence Action Committee (DVAC) has been busy creating and filming a 5-part series on Domestic Violence- Through My Eyes: A Survivor’s Journey Through Domestic Abuse. DVAC was fortunate to have a survivor that was willing to engage in meaningful conversation with different experts in the field about […]