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Newton Veterans’ Services Dept.
It is the intent of the Mayor for the City's Veterans Service Department to uphold the mission of providing quality services and benefits to veterans and their dependents in need of emergency financial and medical assistance under Chapter 115 M.G.L. and to provide assistance in filling out applications and/or answering questions regarding VA Compensation, pensions, burials, etc. For information concerning statewide veterans' events and programs, visit the MVSOA webpage
UPCOMING EVENTS & PROGRAMMING
Announcing New Cooper Center
Office Hours
1st Tuesday of each Month
3:00 PM - 5:00PM
3rd Floor Game Room
Dear Newton City Hall & Parade Route Neighbors:
As a neighbor abutting Newton City Hall, we are notifying you of activities planned in this space during the weekend of Newton Family Springfest on May 16th and 17th.
On Saturday, May 16th, an outdoor celebration of art for all ages will be held in the area of the War Memorial parking circle and will feature many activities including live musical performances, a community art painting party, a student public art event, craft/vendor booths, and kiddie carnival.
The carnival returns on Sunday May17th from 10am-6pm and the 250th Anniversary Salute to Services Parade will be held from 3-5 PM.
Please check our website www.newtonma.gov/events for updates. You can sign up for our monthly newsletter and follow us on social media - @newtoncommunityevents to stay informed about other events and programs throughout the city.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us. We look forward to seeing you at SpringFest and along the Parade Route !!!
250th CELEBRATION & SALUTE TO SERVICE PARADE
MAY 17th, 2026
A New Date for Our Annual Parade
Mark Sunday, May 17 on your calendars for the 250th Anniversary Salute to Service Parade. This year, we moved the date a week ahead to Armed Services Weekend. We are excited to share that this year’s parade will celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and include additional features, floats, and new traditions.
We will continue as a city to honor and remember those who have lost their lives in service to our country at solemn services over Memorial Day Weekend on Sunday, May 24 and Monday, May 25.
The 250th Anniversary Salute to Service Parade will begin at 3 p.m. from City Hall, proceed down Walnut Street through Newtonville, go right on Washington Street and then left onto Adams Street before ending at Coletti-Magni Park in Nonantum.
We want this to be a huge celebration. We are encouraging youth groups, schools, and community organizations to participate by marching or creating floats. Our hope is to expand community involvement while continuing to honor those who have served. Looking to march or get involved in some other way? Reach out to Charnel Luc at cluc@newtonma.gov.
CALLING ALL WW II & KOREA VETERANS !!!
The City wishes to offer you a ride on a Patriotic Float in this Years 250th Celebration and Salute to Service Parade.
Memorial Day
Monday May 25th, 2026
Reverent Ceremony
Newton Cemetery & Arboretum
791 Walnut St.
10:00 - 1:00
All are Welcome
Wish List Items for Soldier Care Packages
Cell Phones for Soldiers
Cell Phones for Soldiers is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing cost-free communication services to active-duty military members and veterans. Newton City Hall is an official drop site for used cell phones that are turned into calling minutes for our troops. Look for the collection box marked "Cell Phones for Soldiers"