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SUMMARY:Needham Planning Board
DESCRIPTION:The Needham Planning Board meets for its regular session at the Public Service Administration Building at 500 Dedham Avenue. This meeting will be carried on our Municipal Channel\, and will stream via the Zoom Meeting platform\, with the link available on the agenda. Look for the Needham Channel to subsequently air and stream the meeting through the Municipal Channel\, HD Channel\, at needhamchannel.org\, and through its free Roku App.
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/needham-planning-board-8/
LOCATION:Public Services Administration Building\, 500 Dedham Avenue\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Housing,On Our Minds,Planning Board,The Needham Channel,Town Boards,Town Growth,Transportation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260126T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260126T210000
DTSTAMP:20260420T111351
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T152447Z
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SUMMARY:Forum on Immigration
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/forum-on-immigration/
LOCATION:Center at the Heights\, 300 Hillside Avenue\, Needham Heights\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Diversity, Equity & Inclusion,Municipal Organizations,On Our Minds
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260126T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260126T194500
DTSTAMP:20260420T111351
CREATED:20260105T210257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T210257Z
UID:10002076-1769452200-1769456700@needhamlocal.org
SUMMARY:Conversations with Your Middle Schooler: Why You Shouldn't Wait to Talk About Substance Use
DESCRIPTION:The Needham Public Health Division and the Substance Prevention Alliance of Needham (SPAN)\, in partnership with the Needham Youth & Family Services Department\, are hosting Conversations with Your Middle Schooler: Why You Shouldn’t Wait to Talk About Substance Use. This free series\, is designed for parents and caregivers of children in grades 5–8. \nThis program provides parents with practical information about underage drinking and other substance use\, along with guidance and strategies for having age-appropriate\, meaningful conversations with their children. Parents will have the opportunity to connect with one another and feel supported in navigating these conversations. \nSessions are scheduled on Monday evenings\, 6:30 – 7:45pm on January 26\, February 23\, & March 23 at The Center at the Heights\, 300 Hillside Ave\, Needham. \nPlease see the attached program flyer for registration details and additional information.
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/conversations-with-your-middle-schooler-why-you-shouldnt-wait-to-talk-about-substance-use/2026-01-26/
LOCATION:Center at the Heights\, 300 Hillside Avenue\, Needham Heights\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Needham Public Health,Parenting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T230000
DTSTAMP:20260420T111351
CREATED:20260109T210314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T210513Z
UID:10002087-1768935600-1768950000@needhamlocal.org
SUMMARY:Needham Planning Board
DESCRIPTION:The Needham Planning Board meets for its regular session at the Public Service Administration Building at 500 Dedham Avenue. This meeting will be held on our Municipal Channel\, and will stream via the Zoom Meeting platform\, with the link available on the agenda. Look for the Needham Channel to subsequently air and stream the meeting through the Municipal Channel\, HD Channel\, at needhamchannel.org\, and through its free Roku App.
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/needham-planning-board-7/
LOCATION:Public Services Administration Building\, 500 Dedham Avenue\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Housing,On Our Minds,Planning Board,The Needham Channel,Town Boards,Town Growth,Transportation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260119T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260119T113000
DTSTAMP:20260420T111351
CREATED:20251215T164505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T164505Z
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SUMMARY:Martin Luther King\, Jr. Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/martin-luther-king-jr-day-celebration/
LOCATION:Needham High School\, 609 Webster Street\, Needham\, MA\, 02494\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beyond Needham,Community Event,Needham Public Schools,On Our Minds,Town Celebrations & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260112T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260112T210000
DTSTAMP:20260420T111351
CREATED:20260109T215721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T215721Z
UID:10002094-1768244400-1768251600@needhamlocal.org
SUMMARY:Stephen Palmer COMMUNITY MEETING
DESCRIPTION:Stephen Palmer Development Review Committee \nCOMMUNITY MEETING\nJanuary 12\, 2026 • 7:00 p.m.  \nTown Hall • Powers Hall\n1471 Highland Avenue\, Needham\, MA   \nYou can also watch this meeting stream live on the Needham Channel\, or participate in the meeting via ZOOM
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/stephen-palmer-community-meeting/
LOCATION:Needham Town Hall – Powers Hall\, 1471 Highland Avenue\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business & Economy,Housing,Municipal Organizations,Town Boards,Town Growth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260112T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260112T203000
DTSTAMP:20260420T111351
CREATED:20251217T213020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T214017Z
UID:10002067-1768244400-1768249800@needhamlocal.org
SUMMARY:Crime of the Century: How the Brink's Robbers Stole Millions and the Hearts of Boston
DESCRIPTION:Stephanie Schorow is back\, with a story that is “stranger—and far more compelling—than Hollywood led us to believe” (author David Kruh). On January 17\, 1950\, seven robbers in Halloween masks walked into a counting room of the Brink’s armored car garage on Prince Street in Boston and walked out with $2.5 million in cash\, checks\, and securities. It was the\nlargest robbery in U.S. history to date. Yet not a shot was fired\, not a drop of blood shed. The robbers simply said\, “This is a stick-up\,” before gagging and tying up the guards. Within minutes they escaped into the night with bags stuffed with money\, leaving almost no clues behind. \nThis is Stephanie’s third program for the Needham History Center. She has previously spoken to us about the Cocoanut Grove Fire\, and the Boston Harbor Islands Adventure. After stints as a journalist at the Boston Herald\, the Associated Press and newspapers large and small\, Stephanie Schorow turned to nonfiction narratives. She has written or co-written six other books on Boston’s history: Boston On Fire: A History of Fire and Firefighting in Boston; The Cocoanut Grove Fire; East of Boston: Notes from the Harbor Islands; The Boston Mob Guide: Hitmen\, Hoodlums and Hangouts (with Beverly Ford); and Drinking Boston: A History of the City and its Spirits. \nThis talk is free and open to everyone. Refreshments will be served.
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/crime-of-the-century-how-the-brinks-robbers-stole-millions-and-the-hearts-of-boston/
LOCATION:Needham History Center & Museum\, 1147 Central Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beyond Needham,Community Event,Needham History Center & Museum
ORGANIZER;CN="Needham History Center & Museum":MAILTO:g.greis@rcn.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260111T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260111T153000
DTSTAMP:20260420T111351
CREATED:20260109T215112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T215114Z
UID:10002093-1768140000-1768145400@needhamlocal.org
SUMMARY:Flavorama: A Guide to Unlocking the Art and Science of Flavor
DESCRIPTION:Friends of the Needham Public Library \nSunday Salon\nFor Dr. Arielle Johnson\, it’s never been enough to just have great food experiences.  Understanding how they work—the deep mechanisms that go into making real\, delicious food real and delicious—that’s the stuff. From a PhD in the science of flavor to the test kitchens and labs behind the world’s best restaurants\, Arielle has explored the cosmos of taste from every angle and condensed it down into a single\, handy book. Flavorama: a guide to unlocking the art and science of flavor. Because if it’s exciting to know what you’re doing in the kitchen\, it’s positively elating to know why you’re doing what you’re doing—and how you can do it with more smarts\, confidence\, and creativity. \nFlavorama: A guide to unlocking the art and science of flavor will be available for purchase and autographing courtesy of Wellesley Books at the conclusion of the event. \nThis Program is sponsored by the Friends of the Needham Public Library. Registration is required. \n***IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE A CONFIRMATION E-MAIL AFTER REGISTERING\, PLEASE CALL THE REFERENCE DEPARTMENT (781-455-7559 X2) TO CHECK REGISTRATION STATUS***
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/flavorama-a-guide-to-unlocking-the-art-and-science-of-flavor/
LOCATION:Needham Public Library Community Room\, 1139 Highland Avenue\, Needham\, MA\, 02494\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Friends of The Needham Public Library,On Our Minds
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T213000
DTSTAMP:20260420T111351
CREATED:20251127T194040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T163520Z
UID:10002056-1767207600-1767216600@needhamlocal.org
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:20251221T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251221T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T111351
CREATED:20251219T183426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T183426Z
UID:10002069-1766309400-1766314800@needhamlocal.org
SUMMARY:World Meditation Day Event
DESCRIPTION:Needham will join 100+ cities across the U.S. in celebrating the UN’s second annual World Meditation Day\, streamed LIVE and led by Gurudev from New York City. FREE event\, open to all. No prior experience needed. \nWhere: Blue Lotus Healing Arts\, 945 Great Plain Ave\, Needham MA\nWhen: Sunday\, December 21\, 2025 @ 9:30am ET\nFREE Event. RSVP @ https://tiny.cc/needhammeditates \nLet’s come together to fill our town with calm\, compassion\, and collective intention.\nYour presence matters. Your silence is powerful.
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/world-meditation-day-event/2025-12-21/2/
LOCATION:Blue Lotus Healing Arts\, 945 Great Plain Ave\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art of Living%2C Needham-Newton":MAILTO:shruti.dalvi@artofliving.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251221T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251221T170000
DTSTAMP:20260420T111351
CREATED:20251219T183426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T183426Z
UID:10002070-1766304000-1766336400@needhamlocal.org
SUMMARY:World Meditation Day Event
DESCRIPTION:Needham will join 100+ cities across the U.S. in celebrating the UN’s second annual World Meditation Day\, streamed LIVE and led by Gurudev from New York City. FREE event\, open to all. No prior experience needed. \nWhere: Blue Lotus Healing Arts\, 945 Great Plain Ave\, Needham MA\nWhen: Sunday\, December 21\, 2025 @ 9:30am ET\nFREE Event. RSVP @ https://tiny.cc/needhammeditates \nLet’s come together to fill our town with calm\, compassion\, and collective intention.\nYour presence matters. Your silence is powerful.
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/world-meditation-day-event/2025-12-21/1/
LOCATION:Blue Lotus Healing Arts\, 945 Great Plain Ave\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art of Living%2C Needham-Newton":MAILTO:shruti.dalvi@artofliving.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T230000
DTSTAMP:20260420T111351
CREATED:20251126T151230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T151230Z
UID:10002043-1765911600-1765926000@needhamlocal.org
SUMMARY:Needham Planning Board
DESCRIPTION:The Needham Planning Board meets for its regular session at the Public Service Administration Building at 500 Dedham Avenue. Due to multiple simultaneous meetings\, the Needham Channel will not be providing coverage. However\, the Planning Board holds their sessions in a hybrid manner\, so live coverage will be available online through Zoom. Look for the Needham Channel to subsequently air and stream the meeting through the Municipal Channel\, HD Channel\, at needhamchannel.org\, and through its free Roku App.
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/needham-planning-board-6/
LOCATION:Public Services Administration Building\, 500 Dedham Avenue\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Housing,On Our Minds,Planning Board,The Needham Channel,Town Boards,Town Growth,Transportation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T111351
CREATED:20251117T213233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T164523Z
UID:10002031-1765627200-1765630800@needhamlocal.org
SUMMARY:Wreaths Across America
DESCRIPTION:Please join Needham’s Col. William McIntosh Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution in honoring all of Needham’s deceased veterans during our fifth annual Wreaths Across America ceremony. The event starts at noon at the veterans’ section of the Needham Cemetery. All are welcome and refreshments will be served.
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/wreaths-across-america/
LOCATION:Needham Cemetery\, 128 Nehoiden St\, Needham\, MA\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Needham Veterans Services,Town Celebrations & Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Daughters of the American Revolution":MAILTO:jenbello.dar@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T100000
DTSTAMP:20260420T111351
CREATED:20251126T144929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T144929Z
UID:10002036-1765269000-1765274400@needhamlocal.org
SUMMARY:SPAN Winter Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Substance Prevention Alliance of Needham\, in collaboration with the Needham Public Health Division will hold its winter meeting on Tuesday\, December 9th at 8:30am. It is an in-person event taking place at the Rosemary Recreation Complex\, 178 Rosemary Street. Registration is required. Click on this link to learn more.
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/span-winter-meeting/
LOCATION:Rosemary Recreation Complex\, 178 Rosemary Street\, Needham\, 02494\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Municipal Organizations,Needham Public Health,On Our Minds,Parenting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T153000
DTSTAMP:20260420T111351
CREATED:20251126T153302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T153302Z
UID:10002045-1765116000-1765121400@needhamlocal.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Salon: “American Eldercide and Ageism Today”
DESCRIPTION:The Friends of the Needham Public Library present: \nA Fresh Voice from the Harlem Renaissance: Dorothy Peterson\nWellesley College professor Octavio Gonzalez will celebrate the Harlem Renaissance of 100 years ago through the lens of educator/translator Dorothy R. Peterson\, an important figure whose legacy has been overshadowed by other luminaries. Peterson was a close friend of novelist Nella Larsen\, as well as poet Langston Hughes\, with whom Peterson collaborated on many translations from the Spanish to the English. Peterson also introduced Hughes to major Puerto Rican poets of the era\, including Nicolás Guillén\, with whom Hughes developed a close relationship as fellow poets. Professor Gonzalez will present other aspects of Peterson’s life\, including her lifelong work as a teacher and educator as well as her final years as an expatriate in Spain. In the final decades of her career\, Peterson devoted herself to archiving the manuscripts and ephemera of the Harlem Renaissance\, ensuring the continuity of that period into the present\, by curating and helping to promote the James Weldon Johnson Memorial Collection of African-American Arts and Letters at Yale University. This Collection is where Peterson’s own papers are found.  \nProfessor González is the Barbara Morris Caspersen Associate Professor of Humanities and an Associate Professor of English & Creative Writing at Wellesley College. He is the President of the Modernist Studies Association and on the editorial board of the Queer Feminist Maternities Book Series. \nThis Program is sponsored by the Friends of the Needham Public Library. Registration is required\, as we have a current capacity limit of 108.  \n***IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE A CONFIRMATION E-MAIL AFTER REGISTERING\, PLEASE CALL THE REFERENCE DEPARTMENT (781-455-7559 X2) TO CHECK REGISTRATION STATUS***
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/sunday-salon-american-eldercide-and-ageism-today-2/
LOCATION:Needham Public Library Community Room\, 1139 Highland Avenue\, Needham\, MA\, 02494\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beyond Needham,Community Event,Friends of The Needham Public Library,Municipal Organizations,Needham Public Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T150000
DTSTAMP:20260420T111351
CREATED:20251106T165632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T165632Z
UID:10002024-1765101600-1765119600@needhamlocal.org
SUMMARY:Holiday Sale & Book Signing
DESCRIPTION:Do your holiday shopping while enjoying refreshments\, music\, and exhibits! We have unique Needham merchandise – gifts for everyone on your list! (You know it’s not too early to start…) \nAnd check out our Heirloom Shop for serveware\, barware\, and vintage table pieces to decorate your home and dress up your holiday table. Here is your big chance to pick up that extra set of matching glasses before the guests arrive! \nGloria will also be on hand to sign her new book\, All Roads Lead to Needham. Wow! So much to do\, all in one place!
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/holiday-sale-book-signing/
LOCATION:Needham History Center & Museum\, 1147 Central Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Needham History Center & Museum,Town Celebrations & Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Needham History Center & Museum":MAILTO:g.greis@rcn.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T111351
CREATED:20251120T211029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T164421Z
UID:10002033-1765011600-1765026000@needhamlocal.org
SUMMARY:Annual Holiday Wreath and Arrangement Sale
DESCRIPTION:The Needham Garden Club will host its annual Holiday Wreath and Arrangement Sale on Saturday\, December 6th from 9 – 1 in the Fellowship Hall of the Needham Congregational Church (1154 Great Plain Avenue\, Needham). The sale will feature hand-crafted wreaths and a wide variety of creative arrangements for the holidays.\nParking for the event is in the rear of the building and the entrance to the sale is on Linden Street across from the Post Office.\nProceeds from the sale help sponsor educational programs in horticulture and floral design at the Needham Library\, Garden Therapy sessions at local assisted living and nursing homes\, a college scholarship for a Needham Senior planning to study biology\, horticulture\, conservation or environmental science and the planting and maintenance of community garden spaces around town.
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/annual-holiday-wreath-and-arrangement-sale/
LOCATION:Congregational Church of Needham\, 1154 Great Plain Avenue\, Needham\, 02492
CATEGORIES:Town Celebrations & Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Needham Garden Club":MAILTO:sbcondon@aol.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T210000
DTSTAMP:20260420T111351
CREATED:20251126T152117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T164323Z
UID:10002044-1764788400-1764795600@needhamlocal.org
SUMMARY:Needham Street Design Forum
DESCRIPTION:The Town of Needham is embarking on an initiative to develop a Street Design Guide. \nThe Street Design Guide will:\n• Translate the Town’s Complete Streets goals into everyday design practice\n• Establish clear\, consistent design features based on road usage and context \n• Integrate internal standards with state and federal best practices\n• Recommend new policies that will support Town’s transportation goals\n• Improve transparency and communication with residents about how roadway infrastructure is designed \nJoin the Mobility Planning & Coordination Committee and the Department of Public Works at a Hybrid Public Forum to learn more about the Street Design Guide where community members are invited to share ideas and help guide the future of Needham’s streets.  \nThe Forum will be held on Wednesday\, December 3rd from 7-9 pm in Powers Hall in Needham Town Hall\, via Zoom*\, and live streamed on The Needham Channel.  \n*Zoom link:   https://needham-k12-ma-us.zoom.us/j/81437464537?pwd=aWXQsQ0Rt6nWvw7IA8hQLJgX914Pwg.1
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/needham-street-design-forum/
LOCATION:Needham Town Hall – Powers Hall\, 1471 Highland Avenue\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business & Economy,Municipal Organizations,On Our Minds,Public Works,Town Growth,Transportation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T230000
DTSTAMP:20260420T111351
CREATED:20251126T151218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T151218Z
UID:10002042-1764702000-1764716400@needhamlocal.org
SUMMARY:Needham Planning Board
DESCRIPTION:The Needham Planning Board meets for its regular session at the Public Service Administration Building at 500 Dedham Avenue. Due to multiple simultaneous meetings\, the Needham Channel will not be providing coverage. However\, the Planning Board holds their sessions in a hybrid manner\, so live coverage will be available online through Zoom. Look for the Needham Channel to subsequently air and stream the meeting through the Municipal Channel\, HD Channel\, at needhamchannel.org\, and through its free Roku App.
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/needham-planning-board-4/
LOCATION:Public Services Administration Building\, 500 Dedham Avenue\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Housing,On Our Minds,Planning Board,The Needham Channel,Town Boards,Town Growth,Transportation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T230000
DTSTAMP:20260420T111351
CREATED:20251030T164625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T164645Z
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SUMMARY:Needham Planning Board
DESCRIPTION:The Needham Planning Board is meeting at unusual times this month due to the addition of several community meetings. Due to this\, the Needham Channel will not be providing coverage for its regular sessions. However\, the Planning Board will be holding their sessions in a hybrid manner\, so live coverage will be available online. Look for the Needham Channel to subsequently air and stream the meeting through the Municipal Channel\, HD Channel\, at needhamchannel.org\, and through its free Roku App.
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/needham-planning-board-22/
LOCATION:Public Services Administration Building\, 500 Dedham Avenue\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Housing,On Our Minds,Planning Board,The Needham Channel,Town Boards,Town Growth,Transportation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251116T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251116T140000
DTSTAMP:20260420T111351
CREATED:20251030T160629Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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:20251115T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T220000
DTSTAMP:20260420T111351
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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ORGANIZER;CN="New Philharmonia Orchestra":MAILTO:treasurer@newphil.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T230000
DTSTAMP:20260420T111351
CREATED:20251030T164552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T164552Z
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SUMMARY:Needham Planning Board
DESCRIPTION:The Needham Planning Board is meeting at unusual times this month due to the addition of several community meetings. Due to this\, the Needham Channel will not be providing coverage for its regular sessions. However\, the Planning Board will be holding their sessions in a hybrid manner\, so live coverage will be available online. Look for the Needham Channel to subsequently air and stream the meeting through the Municipal Channel\, HD Channel\, at needhamchannel.org\, and through its free Roku App.
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/needham-planning-board-3/
LOCATION:Select Board Chambers at Town Hall\, 1471 Highland Avenue\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Housing,On Our Minds,Planning Board,The Needham Channel,Town Boards,Town Growth,Transportation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251111T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251111T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T111351
CREATED:20251030T161551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T161551Z
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SUMMARY:Veterans Day Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:11:00 A.M. VETERANS DAY CEREMONIES AT MEMORIAL PARK:\n• Introduction and Welcome to the Veterans and Citizens: Jason Kravetz\n• Opening Prayer: Reverend Nicholas Morris-Kliment\, Christ Episcopal Church\n• Raising the National Ensign and National Anthem\n• Original Reading\n• Address by Senator\n• Placement of Wreath\n• Address by State Representative\n• The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Proclamation\n• In Flanders Field Reading\n• Address by Heidi Frail\, Select Board\, Chair\, Town of Needham\n• Proclamation by Select Board\n• Speech by VFW Commander: Gene Charny\n• Benediction: Reverend Nicholas Morris-Kliment\, Christ Episcopal Church\n• Closing Remarks: Master of Ceremony\, Jason Kravetz\n\n\n\n\nFree and all are welcome.
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/veterans-day-ceremony/
LOCATION:Memorial Park\, Needham\, Needham\, MA\, 02494\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Municipal Organizations,Needham Veterans Services,On Our Minds,Town Celebrations & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T210000
DTSTAMP:20260420T111351
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:20251101T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T111351
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:20251101T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T111351
CREATED:20251030T153804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T153804Z
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SUMMARY:Rotary Pancake Breakfast Festival
DESCRIPTION:This year’s Needham Rotary Pancake Breakfast will be on Saturday\, November 1 from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Newman Elementary School in Needham. All you can eat pancakes\, sausages\, and drinks for $8.\n \nOrder your tickets now online to avoid long lines the day of the event.  NeedhamPancakes.com\n \nJoin us for kids games like the Lollipop Tree\, the Hockey Shoot\, the Fishing Pond\, the Wheel of Wow\, and more… You can pre-order tickets for the kids games: 40 tickets for $20. Pre-order now and we’ll hand you the tickets when you sign in — no need to wait in a second line!
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/rotary-pancake-breakfast-festival/
LOCATION:Newman School\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Giving Back,Needham Rotary Club,Town Celebrations & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251027T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251027T203000
DTSTAMP:20260420T111351
CREATED:20251001T160118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T160118Z
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SUMMARY:Through My Eyes: A Survivor’s Journey Through Domestic Abuse
DESCRIPTION:Over 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 her experiences and hardships on her road to becoming a survivor. Please consider joining us for a Hearth Pizzeria dinner\, followed by the premiere of our 1st episode: Domestic Violence 101. This is a free event\, but reservations are required at https://bit.ly/DVAC_Oct27 and seats are limited.
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/through-my-eyes-a-survivors-journey-through-domestic-abuse/
LOCATION:Powers Hall at Needham Town Hall\, 1471 Highland Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Needham Public Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T180000
DTSTAMP:20260420T111351
CREATED:20251020T123607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T123607Z
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SUMMARY:Trunk or Treat at Goldfish Swim School Needham
DESCRIPTION:Join us on October 26th\, 2025 in the Goldfish Swim School Needham location parking lot for a fun-filled Trunk or Treat event the whole family will enjoy! \nFrom 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM\, kids dress up in their favorite costumes and trick-or-treat safely from decorated car trunks\, enjoy festive games\, music\, a bouncy house and maybe even spot some of their favorite Goldfish instructors joining the fun! This event is open to the community — so bring your friends\, wear your best costume\, and get ready for a night of spooky smiles and sweet treats! \nThe first 50 people to arrive will receive a Trunk or Treat bag! \nMany local vendors will be there including: \nKidcasso\nABA Centers of America\nElite Dough Cookies \nIf it ends up raining\, we will move the fun inside!
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/trunk-or-treat-at-goldfish-swim-school-needham/
LOCATION:Goldfish Swim School Needham\, 45 Fourth Avenue\, Needham\, 02494
CATEGORIES:Business & Economy,Town Celebrations & Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Goldfish Swim School Needham":MAILTO:swimneedham@goldfishss.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T163000
DTSTAMP:20260420T111351
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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