Newton Parks & Recreation is offering FREE outdoor activities for families this summer at Lincoln-Eliot School located at 150 Jackson Rd in Newton.  Families can bring a picnic lunch and join volunteers for field games, art projects, story time, playground and more.

Weekdays July 6 - August 14, 2026

10:30 am - 12:30 pm

Outdoors at Lincoln-Eliot School

Additional information, including weekly activity schedules, will be available closer to the start of the program.

Are you interested in volunteering to help run activities at Picnic and Play in the Park?  Newton Parks & Recreation is seeking people ages 14 and older who enjoy working with children of all ages to help plan and run a variety of outdoor activities.  Volunteers must be able to commit to at least 2 weeks of the program.  Please see the volunteer application for more information. 

Volunteer Application