Local Events & Hot Spots
Art Studio · Wellesley, MA
The Painting Place
Beloved family creative studio- •No studio or firing fees
- •Walk-ins always welcome
- •Pottery, plaster, and canvas painting
- •Unique gem mining and slime bar
- •Custom handprint projects
Turkish Restaurant · Wellesley, MA
Cafe Mangal
Beloved neighborhood family restaurant- •Authentic Turkish & Mediterranean flavors
- •Upscale city vibe in Wellesley
- •Beautifully decorated with unique art
- •Generous portions & fresh ingredients
- •Best of Boston 2021 winner
Theatre · Needham, MA
Arlekin Players Theatre
Award-winning experimental theatre- •Innovative virtual & hybrid theatre
- •Award-winning set designs
- •Unique immigrant-led perspective
- •Intimate and creative performances
Coffeehouse & Roastery · Wellesley, MA
Jejes Coffee
Top-tier specialty roaster- •Hand-roasted specialty beans
- •Award-winning championship roaster
- •Kosher for Passover certified
- •Cozy and modern atmosphere
- •Freshly brewed Dutch coffee
Library · Newton, MA
Newton Free Library
Beloved community hub- •Extensive collection of 500,000+ items
- •Robust digital resources and streaming
- •Exciting community programs and events
- •Beautiful historic brick architecture
Park · Newton, MA
Cold Spring Park
Beloved green treasure- •Scenic walking and jogging trails
- •Weekly seasonal farmers' market
- •Tennis and basketball courts
- •Dedicated dog park area
- •Exercise course with stations
Cultural Center · West Newton, MA
Scandinavian Cultural Center & Library
Nordic arts and culture hub- •Authentic Kaffestugan coffee shop
- •Extensive 6,000-book Nordic library
- •Vibrant Viking festivals & events
- •Nordic Hall performance space
- •Multilingual conversation circles
Cafe · Newton, MA
Moments Cafe
Beloved neighborhood cafe- •Ceremonial grade Japanese matcha
- •Signature croffles & fresh pastries
- •Cozy and relaxed atmosphere
- •Unique specialty coffee drinks
American Restaurant · Lexington, MA
Omar's Bistro
Beloved community-focused kitchen- •House-ground burger blends
- •Daily fresh-baked buns
- •Hand-cut fries & poutine
- •Located inside a comic shop
- •Inclusive community mission
Comic Book Store · Lexington, MA
Omar's World of Comics
Beloved community-focused hub- •Inclusive vocational training mission
- •Pixel Paradise gaming & VR area
- •From-scratch bistro menu
- •Regular gaming tournaments & events
Art Studio & Gallery · Lexington, MA
Bain Studio & Gallery
Local art studio favorite- •Painting lessons for all ages
- •Private and group art classes
- •Eclectic local art gallery
- •Located in historic Lexington Center
Japanese Restaurant · Lexington, MA
Akame Nigiri and Sake
Highly rated omakase destination- •Intimate six-seat omakase counter
- •Creative 15-course tasting menu
- •Curated Japanese sake pairings
- •Rare ingredients like black truffle and A5 Wagyu
- •Tucked away in the Historic District