Save the Date for our annual Book Group. Whether you read the book or not, al are invited to attend and engage in our discussion. Bring family, friends and neighbors. Following the discussion, we invite all to celebrate with us the holiday season and join in some holiday cheer.
Stay tuned for details about the book.
Newton for Everyone is launching a petition drive calling on the City Council to hold a public hearing on three changes to the city’s zoning ordinance that would allow more types of housing across Newton. Several simple changes to Newton’s rules would bring us a great deal closer to being a more affordable and vital city.
The petition asks the Council to amend the zoning ordinance to allow, by right:
A citizen petition is the tool our City Charter gives us to require our elected officials to pay attention. The Charter mandates that the City Council hold a public hearing and act within 3 months.
LWVN supports the petition and asks that, if you see anyone on the streets of Newton asking for signatures, please consider signing the petition. If you haven’t seen Newton for Everyone around town and would like to sign the petition or would like to volunteer to collect signatures, please reach out to Newton for Everyone.
The 7th installment of the Democracy in Everyday Life series, Taking the Mystery Our of Voting, in now available!
With the all-important Congressional Mid-Term and Massachusetts State elections rapidly approaching, the LWVMA wants to ensure everyone’s VOTE is protected. This program is divided into three segments, with each featuring a subject matter expert (SME): Getting Ready to Vote, It’s Voting Day, and Your Vote is Safe and Secure.
On Monday, June 8, 2026, LWVN sat down with Newton City Clerk/Clark of the Council Drew Willison to help introduce Newton to its new City Clerk. The discussion ranged from learning about the work of the City Clerk’s office, the City Clerk’s background, how he has adjusted to his new role since taking over in late October 2025, and words of advice to voters on how to best use mail-in voting.
The interview was conducted by LWVN Board member Alex Jablon and was hosted by NewTV.