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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T100000
DTSTAMP:20260420T162221
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T153000
DTSTAMP:20260420T162221
CREATED:20251126T153302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T153302Z
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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:20260420T162221
CREATED:20251106T165632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T165632Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T162221
CREATED:20251120T211029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T164421Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T210000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T230000
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CREATED:20251126T151218Z
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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. 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:20260420T162221
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:20260420T162221
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:20260420T162221
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:20260420T162221
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:20260420T162221
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:20260420T162221
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T162221
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:20260420T162221
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:20260420T162221
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:20260420T162221
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T163000
DTSTAMP:20260420T162221
CREATED: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:20251025T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T213000
DTSTAMP:20260420T162221
CREATED:20250929T160432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T160432Z
UID:10001987-1761418800-1761427800@needhamlocal.org
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:20251024T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T210000
DTSTAMP:20260420T162221
CREATED:20250929T160432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T160432Z
UID:10001986-1761332400-1761339600@needhamlocal.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T230000
DTSTAMP:20260420T162221
CREATED:20250929T144619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T144619Z
UID:10001975-1761073200-1761087600@needhamlocal.org
SUMMARY:Needham Planning Board
DESCRIPTION:The Needham Planning Board is meeting for their regular session. Due to the simultaneous School Committee meeting\, we will be providing live coverage on the Needham Municipal Channel and the town’s hybrid feed available 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-21/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T200000
DTSTAMP:20260420T162221
CREATED:20250929T135946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T135946Z
UID:10001958-1759948200-1759953600@needhamlocal.org
SUMMARY:Strategies and Solutions for Social Anxiety in Tweens and Teens with ADHD
DESCRIPTION:For 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 engage more effectively with peers and adults at school and in life.\nDr. Sharon Saline\, an award-winning author\, international speaker\, and consultant\, will provide practical tools for teaching kids how to navigate social anxiety. She will show you how to assist your children and students in participating more fully in academic and social situations with greater confidence and less self-criticism.\nJoin us to gain insights on how to intervene effectively and support your children and students in overcoming the challenges of the neurodivergent brain. This workshop will leave you equipped with the knowledge to help kids feel understood and less lonely.
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/strategies-and-solutions-for-social-anxiety-in-tweens-and-teens-with-adhd/
LOCATION:Broadmeadow School Performance Center\, 120 Broad Meadow Rd\, Needham\, 02492
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Health & Wellness,Municipal Organizations,Needham Community Council,Needham Youth and Family Services,On Our Minds
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T230000
DTSTAMP:20260420T162221
CREATED:20250929T144600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T144600Z
UID:10001974-1759863600-1759878000@needhamlocal.org
SUMMARY:Needham Planning Board
DESCRIPTION:The Needham Planning Board is meeting for their regular session. Due to the simultaneous School Committee meeting\, we will be providing live coverage on the Needham Municipal Channel and the town’s hybrid feed available 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-2/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T163000
DTSTAMP:20260420T162221
CREATED:20250902T162302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T162302Z
UID:10001946-1758466800-1758472200@needhamlocal.org
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:20250921T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T170000
DTSTAMP:20260420T162221
CREATED:20250902T163948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T163948Z
UID:10001948-1758441600-1758474000@needhamlocal.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T210000
DTSTAMP:20260420T162221
CREATED:20250902T163300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T163353Z
UID:10001947-1758396600-1758402000@needhamlocal.org
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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ORGANIZER;CN="Great Hall Concert Series":MAILTO:info@greathallperformance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T230000
DTSTAMP:20260420T162221
CREATED:20250821T212257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T212307Z
UID:10001919-1758049200-1758063600@needhamlocal.org
SUMMARY:Needham Planning Board
DESCRIPTION:The Needham Planning Board is meeting for their first regular session this month. Due to the simultaneous School Committee meeting\, we will be providing live coverage on the Needham Municipal Channel and the town’s hybrid feed available 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-20/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T190000
DTSTAMP:20260420T162221
CREATED:20250902T161902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T213532Z
UID:10001945-1757527200-1757530800@needhamlocal.org
SUMMARY:Sen. Becca Raush - 2025 Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/sen-becca-raush-2025-town-hall/
LOCATION:Needham Town Hall – Powers Hall\, 1471 Highland Avenue\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beyond Needham,Community Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250902T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250902T230000
DTSTAMP:20260420T162221
CREATED:20250821T212225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T212225Z
UID:10001918-1756839600-1756854000@needhamlocal.org
SUMMARY:Needham Planning Board
DESCRIPTION:The Needham Planning Board is meeting for their first regular session this month. Due to the simultaneous School Committee meeting\, we will be providing live coverage on the Needham Municipal Channel and the town’s hybrid feed available 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/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T191000
DTSTAMP:20260420T162221
CREATED:20250724T212317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T155937Z
UID:10001908-1756405800-1756408200@needhamlocal.org
SUMMARY:Overdose Awareness Vigil
DESCRIPTION:Needham’s 4th Annual Overdose Awareness Vigil\n6:30-7:10pm at the Memorial Park Gazebo\nInternational 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 community members of all ages. The event is free and open to the public. All are welcome.
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/overdose-awareness-vigil/
LOCATION:Memorial Park\, Needham\, Needham\, MA\, 02494\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Health & Wellness,On Our Minds,Town Celebrations & Events
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