Upcoming 5/10, at 7pm: FORJ Newton May Citywide Meeting: In Search of Belonging: A Discussion with Palestinian-American Newtonians
On May 10th, FORJ Newton will host its May Citywide meeting called “In Search of Belonging: A Discussion with Palestinian-American-Newtonians”
This event will offer attendees a valuable opportunity to meet and learn from members of the Newton community who are often invisible or misunderstood.
Attendees will hear Palestinian-American-Newtonians talk about their experiences in Newton, which are varied and complex, and hear their responses to questions raised by the audience.
If you are interested in joining this conversation, please register here!
Other Upcoming Newton Events
Learn About Newton’s Indigenous History At May 4th Newton Conservator’s Annual Meeting on Zoom
Due to rising Covid-19 numbers in our region, the Newton Conservators, Newton’s all-volunteer open space advocacy and education organization, has moved its May 4, 2002 Annual Meeting to Zoom, beginning at 7 pm.
There is no charge to attend this Zoom meeting, but advance registration is required. Please register at https://newtonconservators.org/events/2022-annual-meeting-on-zoom/.
If you already purchased a ticket for the previously announced in-person dinner, you will receive an email explaining that you have already been registered on Zoom and offering you a full refund.
The meeting program remains as previously announced, with a keynote presentation on Newton: Land of the Massachusett, by two distinguished representatives of the Massachusett Tribe at Ponkapoag, the original people of the Charles River Basin and greater Boston, including Newton:
— Sagamore Faries Gray will focus on the tribe’s long history and association with our region’s landscapes. He has worked with local historical societies in both Natick and Newton, has done field research to reveal the enduring traces that indigenous land uses and technology left on the land, and has offered numerous presentations on Massachusett history.
— Tribal Elder Elizabeth Solomon will connect the tribe’s history to present policies and issues. She serves on many advisory boards, including for the Boston Harbor Islands’ Stone Living Lab, which develops collaborative approaches to managing climate change. She is committed to using her master’s degree in museum studies to bring to the forefront the voices of native communities.
Citywide Diaper Drive Now Through 5.13, Pick up on 5/14
One in three families struggle to afford diapers, making it even harder for them to buy food and other necessities. Support local families who need diapers!
Sizes requested: newborn — 6
Open boxes are welcome, but please put diapers in labeled plastic sleeves or bags.
Donate diapers at:
1. FamilyACCESS of Newton (492 Waltham St, West Newton)
Drop off inside the front doors from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm when the building is open. Look for a table with a diaper dropoff sign. NO weekend dropoffs.
2. FUUSN church (1326 Washington St, West Newton)
Drop off 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Monday-Friday. Enter the back door, and turn left. Follow hallway to Children’s Chapel (last door on the right before entering Parish Hall).
3. American Legion Nonantum Post 440 (295 California St, Nonantum)
Drop off in the main office 7 days a week from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. From the parking lot, enter the glass doors, up the steps, and turn left.
4. Porch dropoff (33 Hamlin Road, Newton Centre)
Leave your donation on the front porch.
5. Purchase diapers from our Amazon Wish List.
Diapers will be shipped directly to one of our collection points.
Pick up free diapers for your family on May 14, 7:30am – 12:30pm at:
American Legion Nonantum Post 440 (295 California St, Nonantum)
FamilyACCESS of Newton (492 Waltham St, West Newton)
https://www.newtonneighbors.org/
FAMILIES ORGANIZING FOR RACIAL JUSTICE (FORJ) is a group of diverse Newton families helping our children learn about issues of power and inequality and how to stand up for racial justice. We seek to generate understanding and curiosity about differences in our society, and to work together towards racial equity.
For more information about FORJ, contact Lincoln-Eliot FORJ PTO Liaison Lanni Isenberg, lanni_harris@yahoo.com.