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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251111T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251111T120000
DTSTAMP:20260413T081627
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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:20251112T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T220000
DTSTAMP:20260413T081627
CREATED:20251030T163903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T163903Z
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SUMMARY:Needham Select Board
DESCRIPTION:Due to the Veterans Day holiday\, the board will meet on Wednesday evening in Powers Hall in the Needham Town Hall. The Needham Channel will be covering this meeting live on their HD Channel and on the Municipal Channel. This Select Board session will also be available through the Town’s Zoom Meeting link\, and streaming on the Needham Channel website and Roku app.
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/needham-select-board-11/
LOCATION:Needham Town Hall – Powers Hall\, 1471 Highland Avenue\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Select Board,The Needham Channel,Town Boards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T230000
DTSTAMP:20260413T081627
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:20251113T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T204500
DTSTAMP:20260413T081627
CREATED:20251017T162957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T221527Z
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SUMMARY:A Conversation with Needham's New Town Manager Katie King
DESCRIPTION:Join the League of Women Voters of Needham’s Fall Forum and meet Katie King\, Needham’s new Town Manager\, on Thursday\, November 13 at 7:30 pm in the Community Room at the Needham Public Library. League member Vicki Krupp will interview Ms. King\, followed by audience questions. \nKatie King is only the second Town Manager to serve Needham in its history. The Select Board appoints the Town Manager as the CEO for the Town. Come meet Ms. King and hear what she has to say about her new role\, plans\, etc. \nThe event is free and open to the public. For more information\, email president@lwv-needham.org.
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/a-conversation-with-needhams-new-town-manager-katie-king/
LOCATION:Needham Public Library Community Room\, 1139 Highland Avenue\, Needham\, MA\, 02494\, United States
CATEGORIES:League of Women Voters of Needham
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T103000
DTSTAMP:20260413T081627
CREATED:20251029T145341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T145351Z
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SUMMARY:Pollard Middle School Project: Open House — Tours and Q&A
DESCRIPTION:Community members are invited to Pollard Middle School (200 Harris Avenue) for an open house where you can tour the school and ask questions. This is a great opportunity to see the current conditions at Pollard and learn about the goals for the building project. Children are welcome to attend\, and on-site childcare will be available.
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/pollard-middle-school-project-open-house-tours-and-qa/
LOCATION:Pollard School\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Needham Public Schools
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T220000
DTSTAMP:20260413T081628
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:20260413T081628
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:20251118T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T170000
DTSTAMP:20260413T081628
CREATED:20251110T161030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T161030Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Wow! Beautiful Containers for the Colder Months
DESCRIPTION:Needham Public Library\nAs winter approaches it doesn’t mean window boxes or containers need to be filled with skeletons  of long-dead plants.  Deborah Trickett\, of the Captured Garden will share and entertain us with  creative ideas to carry you through the holidays to spring.
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/winter-wow-beautiful-containers-for-the-colder-months/2025-11-18/1/
LOCATION:Needham Public Library Community Room\, 1139 Highland Avenue\, Needham\, MA\, 02494\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Needham Garden Club":MAILTO:sbcondon@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T110000
DTSTAMP:20260413T081628
CREATED:20251110T161030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T161030Z
UID:10002026-1763458200-1763463600@needhamlocal.org
SUMMARY:Winter Wow! Beautiful Containers for the Colder Months
DESCRIPTION:Needham Public Library\nAs winter approaches it doesn’t mean window boxes or containers need to be filled with skeletons  of long-dead plants.  Deborah Trickett\, of the Captured Garden will share and entertain us with  creative ideas to carry you through the holidays to spring.
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/winter-wow-beautiful-containers-for-the-colder-months/2025-11-18/2/
LOCATION:Needham Public Library Community Room\, 1139 Highland Avenue\, Needham\, MA\, 02494\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Needham Garden Club":MAILTO:sbcondon@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T210000
DTSTAMP:20260413T081628
CREATED:20251030T163227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T140314Z
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SUMMARY:School Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Needham School Committee will hold meet for its regular session at the Broadmeadow School Performance Center. The Needham Channel will be recording this event and airing it LIVE on the Needham Education Channel only\, due to the Large House Community Meeting scheduled for this evening. The School Committee meeting will subsequently play back on the Needham Channel Education\, Municipal and HD Channels the following day. The meeting will also be available for streaming at www.needhamchannel.org and on the Needham Channel’s free Roku app. Agendas are available typically online the Friday prior to the meeting.
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/school-committee-meeting-8/
LOCATION:Broadmeadow School Performance Center\, 120 Broad Meadow Rd\, Needham\, 02492
CATEGORIES:School Committee,The Needham Channel
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T230000
DTSTAMP:20260413T081628
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:20251120T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T230000
DTSTAMP:20260413T081628
CREATED:20251030T170210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T170210Z
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SUMMARY:Needham Zoning Board of Appeals
DESCRIPTION:The Needham Zoning Board of Appeals will meet for their regular monthly session. The location of this meeting is the Charles River Room of the Public Services Administration Building at 500 Dedham Avenue. The Needham Channel will be covering this meeting live on their Municipal Channel and HD Channel. The session will also be available through the Town’s Zoom Meeting link\, and streaming on demand the following day on the Needham Channel website and Roku app.
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/needham-zoning-board-of-appeals-12/
LOCATION:Public Services Administration Building\, 500 Dedham Avenue\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:The Needham Channel,Town Boards,Zoning Board of Appeals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251121T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251121T223000
DTSTAMP:20260413T081628
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251122T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251122T173000
DTSTAMP:20260413T081628
CREATED:20251104T001451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T140915Z
UID:10002018-1763820000-1763832600@needhamlocal.org
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
DTSTAMP:20260413T081628
CREATED:20251104T001451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T140915Z
UID:10002019-1763906400-1763919000@needhamlocal.org
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
DTSTAMP:20260413T081628
CREATED:20251104T001451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T140915Z
UID:10002020-1763928000-1763937000@needhamlocal.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251125T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251125T190000
DTSTAMP:20260413T081628
CREATED:20250924T161435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T161519Z
UID:10001960-1764091800-1764097200@needhamlocal.org
SUMMARY:Bonfire 2025
DESCRIPTION:Bonfire 2025 is a community event where there is a lot of food\, a big fire\, and a few performances from the Needham Dance and Cheer teams\, as well as the Bomb squad. Throughout the night children will have the opportunity to meet some of the Needham High School football players.
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/bonfire/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Football,Sports
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251125T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251125T220000
DTSTAMP:20260413T081628
CREATED:20251030T164336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T164336Z
UID:10002013-1764093600-1764108000@needhamlocal.org
SUMMARY:Needham Select Board
DESCRIPTION:The Select Board return to their usual day\, time and venue for their second session of the month. The Needham Channel will be covering this meeting live on their HD Channel and on the Municipal Channel. This Select Board session will also be available through the Town’s Zoom Meeting link\, and streaming on the Needham Channel website and Roku app.
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/needham-select-board-12/
LOCATION:Needham Town Hall – Powers Hall\, 1471 Highland Avenue\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Select Board,The Needham Channel,Town Boards
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251128T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T150000
DTSTAMP:20260413T081628
CREATED:20251112T160604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T160604Z
UID:10002027-1764324000-1767193200@needhamlocal.org
SUMMARY:Needham Holiday Raffle 2025
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for some festive fun\, Needham! Event coordinators Tin Rabbit and Proud Mary are thrilled to announce the return of the Needham Holiday Raffle\, and this year\, it’s bigger and better than ever with 15 additional businesses joining in on the merriment! Now\, we have a total of 41 fantastic local spots for you to visit and support. \nA huge shout-out goes to our amazing sponsors\, Copley Motor Cars and Needham Bank. \nTo join the holiday hustle\, grab a flyer from any participating business and start collecting your stamps.  Here’s how it works: collect just 3 stamps for 1 entry into the raffle and 6 stamps for 2 entries—up to 2 entries max per person\, please! For each $35.00 you spend\, you’ll earn a stamp\, but remember\, those stamps must come from different businesses to count! Mark your calendars—the raffle runs from November 28th to December 31st\, and we’ll announce the lucky winners on January 10th\, 2026\, via email\, phone\, or your favorite social media platforms like Instagram and Facebook. \nLet the holiday spirit and local shopping begin! 🎉 Enjoy free street parking!! \nLIST OF PARTICIPATING BUSSINESSES \nBeauty Muse\, Bagel’s Best\, Cook Restaurant\, Shop Micki\, Pura Vida\, Tin Rabbit\, French Press\, Capella Restaurant\, Fresco\, Proud Mary\, Needham Center Fine Wines\, Learning Express\, The James\, Hearthstone Home\, Needham Florist\, Michelson’s Shoes\, Sky Candle\, W.O.W.\, Barre 3\, Hearth Pizzeria\, The Farm House\, The Common Room\, Blue Lotus Healing Arts\, Little Spoon\, Sweet Basil\, 2nd Hand Rose\, Wave Medical Aesthetics\, A New Leaf\, Needham House of Pizza\, Closet Exchange\, Needham Garden and Hardware\, Hazel’s Bakery\, Treat Cupcake Bar\, Conrad’s Restaurant\, Cookie Monstah\, Needham Wine and Spirits\, Hungry Coyote\, Vinodivino\, Volante Farms\, Sweet Tomatoes Pizza\, Reveler Beverage Co. \n 
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/needham-holiday-raffle-2025/
LOCATION:MA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251129T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251129T173000
DTSTAMP:20260413T081628
CREATED:20251104T001451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T140915Z
UID:10002021-1764424800-1764437400@needhamlocal.org
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:20260413T081628
CREATED:20251104T001451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T140915Z
UID:10002022-1764511200-1764523800@needhamlocal.org
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:20251202T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T220000
DTSTAMP:20260413T081628
CREATED:20251126T145440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T145658Z
UID:10002037-1764698400-1764712800@needhamlocal.org
SUMMARY:Needham Select Board
DESCRIPTION:In the month of December\, the Select Board have altered their usual dates for their meetings to accommodate the winter holidays. The Needham Channel will be covering this meeting live on their Municipal Channel. This Select Board session will also be available through the Town’s Zoom Meeting link\, and streaming on the Needham Channel website and Roku app.
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/needham-select-board-13/
LOCATION:Select Board Chambers at Town Hall\, 1471 Highland Avenue\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Select Board,The Needham Channel,Town Boards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T203000
DTSTAMP:20260413T081628
CREATED:20251119T182250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T182250Z
UID:10002032-1764700200-1764707400@needhamlocal.org
SUMMARY:Handmade Greeting Cards with Vidya Shyamsundar
DESCRIPTION:For Needham Art Association’s December program\, artist and NAA member Vidya Shyamsundar will lead us in a joyful mixed-media art activity. Explore the playful process of gelli printing by rolling acrylic paint onto a Gelli plate and adding texture and patterns with hand-cut stencils\, stamps\, and found objects. Then\, collage your unique prints and embellish them with thoughtful messages or materials such as beads\, mosaic pieces\, or decorative stones to create your very own one-of-a-kind holiday greeting cards. \n  \nThis event is free and open to the public. All materials and supplies will be provided — just bring your holiday spirit and creativity!
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/handmade-greeting-cards-with-vidya-shyamsundar/
LOCATION:Needham Public Library\, 1132 Highland Avenue\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Needham Art Association
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ORGANIZER;CN="Needham Art Association":MAILTO:hilary@hansonbruel.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T210000
DTSTAMP:20260413T081628
CREATED:20251126T150621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T150621Z
UID:10002039-1764700200-1764709200@needhamlocal.org
SUMMARY:School Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Needham School Committee will hold three meetings this month. For the first of its regular sessions at the Broadmeadow School Performance Center\, the Needham Channel will be recording this event and airing it LIVE on the Needham Education Channel and HD Channnel. The School Committee meeting will subsequently play back on the Needham Channel Education\, Municipal and HD Channels the following day. The meeting will also be available for streaming at www.needhamchannel.org and on the Needham Channel’s free Roku app. Agendas are available typically online the Friday prior to the meeting.
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/school-committee-meeting-9/
LOCATION:Broadmeadow School Performance Center\, 120 Broad Meadow Rd\, Needham\, 02492
CATEGORIES:School Committee,The Needham Channel
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T230000
DTSTAMP:20260413T081628
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:20251203T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T210000
DTSTAMP:20260413T081628
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T180000
DTSTAMP:20260413T081628
CREATED:20251114T012310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T143813Z
UID:10002035-1764842400-1764871200@needhamlocal.org
SUMMARY:Holiday Boutique at the Needham Community Council
DESCRIPTION:The Needham Community Council’s Holiday Boutique Sale will run from Thursday\,  December 4th through Saturday\, December 6th.  There are special seasonal items for December holidays and New Year’s Eve as well as holiday clothing\, jewelry\,  and beautiful serving pieces for your holiday tables.   Proceeds from the Holiday Boutique help fund Council programs throughout the year such as the food pantry\, Council Care Rides\, Tech & Tutors program\, and the English Language Learning program.  Holiday Boutique hours are Thursday\, December 4th from 10AM – 6PM\, Friday\, December 5th from 10AM to 4PM and Saturday\, December 6th from 10AM – 2PM.  The sale will be held at the Council offices at 570 Hillside Avenue.  For more information\, please call the Council offices at 781 444 2415\, email office@needhamcouncil.org or visit www.needhamcouncil.org.
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/holiday-boutique-at-the-needham-community-council/2025-12-04/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Needham Community Council
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T160000
DTSTAMP:20260413T081628
CREATED:20251114T012310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T143813Z
UID:10002029-1764928800-1764950400@needhamlocal.org
SUMMARY:Holiday Boutique at the Needham Community Council
DESCRIPTION:The Needham Community Council’s Holiday Boutique Sale will run from Thursday\,  December 4th through Saturday\, December 6th.  There are special seasonal items for December holidays and New Year’s Eve as well as holiday clothing\, jewelry\,  and beautiful serving pieces for your holiday tables.   Proceeds from the Holiday Boutique help fund Council programs throughout the year such as the food pantry\, Council Care Rides\, Tech & Tutors program\, and the English Language Learning program.  Holiday Boutique hours are Thursday\, December 4th from 10AM – 6PM\, Friday\, December 5th from 10AM to 4PM and Saturday\, December 6th from 10AM – 2PM.  The sale will be held at the Council offices at 570 Hillside Avenue.  For more information\, please call the Council offices at 781 444 2415\, email office@needhamcouncil.org or visit www.needhamcouncil.org.
URL:https://needhamlocal.org/event/holiday-boutique-at-the-needham-community-council/2025-12-05/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Needham Community Council
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T130000
DTSTAMP:20260413T081628
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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