Welcome Welcome to the Newton Parks and Recreation web site. We hope you find the information contained within these pages to be informative. If you have any comments or suggestions about the website, you can submit them online to: parks@newtonma.gov
Robert J. DeRubeis, Commissioner
Mission Statement The Newton Parks and Recreation Department will provide traditional and innovative Recreation, Leisure and Cultural Activities in a quality environment for all residents of Newton, as well as managing the preservation, maintenance, and enhancement of the natural resources of the City.
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Newton Parks & Recreation
Robert J. DeRubeis, Commissioner
124 Vernon Street
Newton, MA 02458
617-796-1500
(fax) 617-796-1512
parks@newtonma.gov
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Parks & Recreation - Over 55 Recreation Programs | |
Walking Club: The Early Morning Walkers meet Monday through Friday at 7:00A.M. at the Albemarle Fieldhouse, 250 Albemarle Road, to walk measured miles at your own pace. After walking, enjoy coffee and company with friends. Call 617-796-1506 for more information. FREE
| | Date: | 7/29/2014 | | Time: | 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM |
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| Contact: Nancy Scammon @ 617-796-1506 | Add to my Outlook Calendar:  |
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tennis
Parks & Recreation - Over 55 Recreation Programs | |
Tennis: Tennis is a sport that can be played at any age. Although some seniors may be less mobile than younger players, they can still learn to play the game and accrue numerous health benefits from it, including improved cardiovascular health and bone density. Our tennis program runs on Tues & Thurs, 8-10 A.M at the Warren Courts.
| | Date: | 7/29/2014 | | Time: | 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM |
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Senior Golf League
Parks & Recreation - Over 55 Recreation Programs | |
Golf League: Newton Senior Golf League meets at the Commonwealth Golf Course on Tuesday mornings at 9:30 A.M. Cost is $23 for 9 holes, cart and green fees. League runs May through October.
| | Date: | 7/29/2014 | | Time: | 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM |
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| Contact: Nancy Scammon @ 617-796-1506 | Add to my Outlook Calendar: |
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Swim Lessons
Parks & Recreation - Gath Pool | |
| Swim Lessons - Main Pool Closed to all other activities. Wading Pool open 9AM.
| | Date: | 7/29/2014 | | Time: | 9:00 AM - 12:10 PM |
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Wading Pool Schedule
Parks & Recreation - Gath Pool | |
 Full Season Wading Pool is open 9AM to 7PM. This pool is closed during home swim meets on Tuesday nights.
| | Date: | 7/29/2014 | | Time: | 9:15 AM - 7:00 PM |
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Keep Moving Group
Parks & Recreation - Over 55 Recreation Programs | |
| Keep Moving Program: Joining a walking group is one of the best ways to start and maintain a healthy walking habit. “Keep Moving” promotes physical activity to help prevent and postpone chronic disease, build healthy bodies and minds, and keeps individuals socially connected. We meet on Tuesday mornings from 9:30-11:00 am.
| | Date: | 7/29/2014 | | Time: | 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM |
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| Contact: Nancy Scammon @ 617-796-1506 | Add to my Outlook Calendar: |
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Albemarle Acres Camp Swim
Parks & Recreation - Gath Pool | |
 Albemarle Acres Day Camp Swim. Pool Closed to public during camp time.
| | Date: | 7/29/2014 | | Time: | 11:30 AM - 12:05 PM |
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Adult Only Swim
Parks & Recreation - Gath Pool
Parks & Recreation - Over 55 Recreation Programs | |
 Adult Only Swim and Senior Aerobics, no children allowed on deck or in the pool.
| | Date: | 7/29/2014 | | Time: | 12:10 PM - 1:00 PM |
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Recreation Swim
Parks & Recreation - Gath Pool | |
 Recreation Swim all swimmers welcomed.
| | Date: | 7/29/2014 | | Time: | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
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Farmers Market @ Cold Spring Park
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Parks & Recreation - Field Use Conditions
Parks & Recreation - Over 55 Recreation Programs
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Parks & Recreation - Recreation Off Leash Program | |
| Location: | Cold Spring Park, Beacon St |
Farmers Market Open
Beacon Street entrance of Cold Spring Park
There will be Farm Fresh Fruits and Vegetables, Turkey, Beef, Fresh Fish, Goat Cheese, Gouda, Eggs, Olive Oil, Baked Goods, PopOvers, Jams, Jellies, Plants, and Flowers.
Now accepting SNAP/EBT, debit & credit. Stop by the Managers booth.
| | Date: | 7/29/2014 | | Time: | 1:30 PM - 6:00 PM |
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| Contact: Judy Dore, Market Manager @ 617.796.1500 | Add to my Outlook Calendar: |
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crafts
Parks & Recreation - Over 55 Recreation Programs | |
| Crafts: Crafts and sewing at the Albemarle Fieldhouse on Wednesday afternoons. FREE
| | Date: | 7/29/2014 | | Time: | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
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Childrens' Performances - Davey the Clown
Parks & Recreation - Arts in the Parks & Cultural Affairs
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Villages - West Newton | |
| Location: | Newton Center Green |
 Davey is a clown of international acclaim. Kids and parents alike love his juggling, amazing magic, incredible unicycle tricks, wacky anitcs, balloon sculpture and accordion playing. Free.
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Click Here for more Info | | Date: | 7/29/2014 | | Time: | 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
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| Contact: Jeannie Smith @ 617-796-1540 | Add to my Outlook Calendar:  |
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Newton Bluefish Home Swim Meet
Parks & Recreation - Gath Pool | |
 Newton Bluefish Home Swim Meet - Main Pool and Wading Pool Closed to public use, Crystal Lake remains open for your swimming pleasure.
| | Date: | 7/29/2014 | | Time: | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
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