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Newton Centre Holiday Shop & Stroll
December 4, 5-8 PM
Kick off the holiday season in Newton Centre on Thursday evening December 4th, and shop, sip and stroll through the Centre, stopping at 28 small businesses, restaurants, and pop-ups with special holiday offers, tastings, giveaways, and freebies…
The Holiday Shop & Stroll starts at 5 PM with caroling on the Newton Centre Plaza. Lighted luminaries guide strollers to participating businesses along Newton Centre’s main roads and side streets and every stop has something special in store.
At the Plaza strollers can stop to help stuff a Newton Police cruiser with toys at The Village Bank Holiday Gift Drive, and for there's a Touch-A-Trcuk with a Newton Fire Department truck and EMT emergency vehicle. Welcome Home, Newton’s free home goods pantry, will be there, too, collecting new or gently used blankets.
PARTICIPATING BUSINESSES
CARLA SHAW Sustainable Fashion
Holiday Gifts in Silver + Gold (& Popcorn!)
79 Union Street
Lately, Carla from CARLA SHAW Sustainable Fashion is popping up regularly in the news either winning one award after another or being featured on Chronicle. Stop into her shop during the Stroll to take in her jewelry made from real plants dipped in gold or silver and her new collection of 24k gold holiday ornaments. Pick up a loyalty card to earn stamps with purchases, and shoppers making purchases $300+ get scratch tickets for cash rewards and entry into a holiday raffle. Don't forget your bag of popcorn! And if you’re strolling with kids in tow, Carla has a special surprise for them, too.
Christine's Day Spa & Electrolysis
The Lowest Prices of the Year
1280 Centre Street
All day-long on December 4th and throughout the Shop & Stroll, Christine’s Day Spa is offering several holiday specials to be revealed first thing that morning. The only hint Christine will share is that the specials are the spa’s most popular treatments and on that day they’ll be offered at the lowest prices of the year. Visit Christine’s and buy them for yourself or as a gift to use all year long. While there, stock up on stocking stuffers, too—all skincare products will be 10% off, and boutique items reduced 10-50%. To make the day even more festive, the spa has free give-aways, light bites, and holiday cheer for strollers.
A Newton fixture for 30+ years, Christine's Day Spa & Electrolysis has earned a reputation as the local go-to spot for much needed pampering. This woman-owned and operated small business is also known for its philanthropy, donating 20% of all boutique purchases to a different local charity every month. In December, boutique purchases benefit the Newton Food Pantry.
Cork & Board
Sip, Sample & Shop
1207 Centre Street
Sip and snack while you shop? At The Cork & Board, you absolutely can! Stop in during the Stroll, where owner Ryan Gott will be hosting a wine tasting accompanied by light bites pulled from the shop’s expansive selection of specialty foods, including fresh bread, cheese and charcuterie.
Planning or attending a holiday gathering? The Cork & Board is a must-visit destination—fully stocked with fine wines, New England craft beer, and everything you need to build crowd-pleasing cheese and charcuterie boards. It’s also one of the best spots for holiday gifting, offering a curated selection of unique items (many from local vendors) at a range of price points. Browse candles, soaps, puzzles, boards, diffusers, glassware, chocolates, teas, and even custom gift baskets filled with local specialty foods and gifts.
Dear Duchess
Free Candle with Purchase & 15% off Clothing
49 Union Street
Make Dear Duchess one of your first stops during the Shop & Stroll and get a free candle (while they last) with purchase AND 15% off clothing. This cute Union Street shop is filled with exactly the type of on-trend clothing we want for upping our daily look or dressing up for something special. Sweaters, blouses, pants, jeans, jewelry, and toasty warm gloves get us ready for the winter and are welcome gifts for the holidays. We even spotted holiday pajama sets with dreidels and menorahs! And yes, there are gift cards, too, for stocking stuffers and Hanukkah presents.
Derby Farm Flowers
20% off Thymes Frasier Fir Candles
1280 Centre Street
Tucked away in Piccadilly Square, Derby Farm Flowers is part full service florist and part home decor and gift shop. Here we can order European-style arrangements so stunning they’ve graced the pages of Vogue, and shop for tasteful home accents and gifts including tableware, kitchen items, objets d’art, candles, balms, and other thoughtful finds. Visit during the Shop & Stroll for 20% off Thymes Frasier Fir Candles, that lend a subtle woodland scent to our homes over the holidays and all winter long.
Figurella
3 Session Stroll Discount
95 Union Street
There’s a lot to love about Figurella— the woman's body design center on Union Street in Newton Center.
Figurella is a women-only wellness center offering a science-based, personalized approach to weight loss, toning, and healthy living. In just 30 minutes, targeted low-impact movements in a temperature-controlled Bubble (yes, Bubble!) deliver the benefits of a 1.5-hour workout, showing visible results within two weeks. Clients then have an oxygen detox, further boosting circulation and metabolism for up to 72 hours, leaving us glowing and recharged. And to make sure weight loss continues at home, every Figurella client receives one-on-one personalized nutrition support keeping us motivated and on track.
With roots in Italy, Figurella is different from any other exercise studio. Learn more during the Shop & Stroll and take advantage of Figurella’s promotion: 3 Figurella sessions for $150. It’s a perfect gift for ourselves or for anyone eager to try a new approach to fitness.
Folklorica
20% off SantaCana cashmere blend gloves
61 Union Street
For 53 years, Folklorica has styled generations of customers in the greater Boston area and has earned a reputation as one of the region’s top destinations for jewelry, accessories and home accents. From timeless classics to bold contemporary designs, Folklorica’s thoughtfully curated collections offer something special for every taste, occasion, and budget. Stop in and explore this magical shop where art, culture and craftmanship come together. During the Shop & Stroll Folklorica is offering 20% off SantaCana cashmere blend gloves in a variety of colors.
Formosa Bun & Dumpling Factory
$1 Buns
740 Beacon Street
After sampling the dumplings and buns from this new Taiwanese restaurant we can't wait for it to fully open. We're all invited for a preview during the Shop & Stroll and purchase pan-fried buns for just $1 (while they last) and meet owner and Chef Kristina Pan, a well-known NYC restaurateur who is now setting up shop right here in Newton Centre! In the former location of Jake's Falafel.
Four Spoons
Dinner & A Holiday Raffle
796 Beacon Street
In the heart of Newton Centre, Four Spoons has made a name for itself for its flavorful Thai-inspired dishes using fresh vegetables, top-quality ingredients, and family-crafted recipes. And for those on gluten-free diets or with food allergies, Four Spoons has lots of safe and tasty options. Stop in for dinner during the Shop & Stroll, and customers who spend $60+ can enter a holiday raffle for a chance to win free appetizers, entrées or discounts.
Fulfilled Goods
Sustainable Gift Bundles, Ornament Swap & Give-aways
1280 Centre Street
Fulfilled Goods always has great ideas for sustainable shopping—and some won’t even cost us a penny. Visit Newton Centre’s newest store during the Shop & Stroll for a free give-one-take-one Christmas ornament and menorah swap. While there, peruse their sustainable gift bundles and get a free sustainable give-away while they last. Here we can save money while bringing home needed, every day products that are good for us and the planet. Whether we’re looking for snacks, kitchen gear, dog treats, a hostess gift, pantry items, or household necessities like detergents, soaps, or shampoo, we can find them, and more, at Fulfilled Goods
Glo Medical Aesthetics
Big Discounts & Free Hot Chocolate
1251 Centre Street
Before heading to the plaza for caroling, visit Glō Medical Aesthetics for free hot chocolate and other festivities. Guess the number of candy canes in the jar for a chance to win a Fire & Ice Facial and take advantage of their one-day-only Shop & Stroll promotion: 20% off treatments with Glō Aesthetician Michael, $50 0ff Botox for new clients, and 10% off products when booked or purchased during the Shop & Stroll. We can also get a free consult and watch a live DiamondGlow® demo. It’s the perfect stop for those of us who want to glow a little brighter over the holidays.
With hundreds of 5-star reviews from thrilled clients, Glō Medical Aesthetics is Newton’s premier destination for advanced aesthetic care blending medical expertise with luxury skincare. The Glō team specializes in Botox® and dermal fillers, laser rejuvenation, custom facials, and Emsculpt NEO® body contouring, featuring trusted brands like DiamondGlow®, Omnilux®, and iS Clinical® to deliver real, radiant results.
Gloss Bar
Discounted Gift Cards & Free Cuticle Oil
80 Langley Road
Popping up at KG Hair Artistry during the Shop & Stroll, The Gloss Bar is a new nail salon in Newton Centre’s Dellaria building with all of the thoughtful touches to create a first class spa experience. After 20 years in the salon business, owner Summer Tobin knows what clients want—comfort, efficiency, safety, and long-lasting manicures and pedicures. The Gloss Bar delivers on all fronts. Following European trends, Summer only uses polishes without the chemical TPO, which Europe has banned over toxicity concerns. Pedicures include exfoliating hot sugar scrubs, and hot rock massages, while manicures feature serum-based cuticle oil and hot lotion massages. And by incorporating e-files in cuticle trimming, manicures last longer with a lower risk of hangnails and chipping. Meet Summer at her pop-up location at 80 Langley Road, where she’ll have gift cards discounted 10% and complimentary cuticle oil in a gift bag. Perfect for stocking stuffers or treating ourselves.
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Good Dog Records & Books
Buy Any 3, Get the 4th Free
1187 Centre Street
Good Dog is the only record store in Newton and the city’s only used bookstore. It’s the type of place where we can explore the racks and shelves for hours and keep coming up with one cool find after another. Record lovers and readers can have a field day here, with its huge, eclectic inventory of records and books at modest prices. Stop in during the Shop & Stroll, and with a purchase of any 3 books or records get a 4th free (of equal or lesser value to the least expensive one purchased.)
Good Dog features imported, hard-to-find records of pretty much every music genre. And if you don’t yet have a turntable, or hope to get one for the holidays, it carries those too. Its books cover all genres, from charming $2 board books for kids to vintage offerings and first editions of favorite titles.
Great Escape Room
50% off Adventures
792 Beacon Street
The Great Escape Room is inviting us inside during the Shop & Stroll to get a peek at their themed escape rooms where visitors work together solving puzzles, unlocking locks, and finding hidden items to escape the confines of their rooms. Visit the escape rooms during the Shop & Stroll and book an hour-long immersive adventure for a future date at a whopping 50% discount! Adventures are a blast for kids, families, friends, birthday parties, and corporate team-building. Perfect for the upcoming holiday vacation, too, when we’re searching for fun ways to entertain kiddos.
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Green Lady Dispensary
Holiday Spirit Galore
740 Beacon Street
The Green Lady is bringing the holiday spirit in full force this season with festive music filling the shop, complimentary hot chocolate for shoppers, and a curated selection of fun stocking stuffers for those 21+ Step in for a little cheer, a little warmth, and a lot of added value during the Shop & Stroll.
Hungry Ninja
Vegan onigiri and Free Miso Soup Samples
1280 Centre Street
Newton’s hottest new take-out spot, Hungry Ninja, is popping up at Derby Farm Flowers during the Shop & Stroll with something new and delicious— onigiri (rice balls) which are popular grab-and-go foods in Japan and free samples of miso soup. Owner, chef, and Newton resident Yoko Bryden has amassed a huge local following for her I-can’t-believe-they’re-this-good vegan Japanese food. Stop in for a sample and we bet you’ll leave a fan.
JP Licks
Free Coupons, Double Points & Raffle
46 Langley Road
Warm up or chill out during the Shop & Stroll at JP Licks! Known for its huge selection of homemade ice cream in creative flavors, JP Licks also roasts its own coffee and is a fave spot for in-the-know coffee lovers. The shop is inviting all of us to try their coffee by handing out coupons for a free small cup during the Shop & Stroll. While there, take part in their holiday raffle and you may want to place an order because JP Licks is offering double points on purchases made using their app during the Stroll.
Johnny's Luncheonette
Free Cup of Soup
30 Langley Road
Come in from the cold and pick up a free hot cup of soup from Johnny’s Luncheonette during the Holiday Shop & Stroll. Enjoy it while strolling through Newton Centre or include it as part of your dinner. Like many of Johnny’s menu items, the soup will feature produce from Johnny's local farm partners.
KG Hair Artistry
Raffles, Discounts & Bubbles
80 Langley Road
Newton Centre’s newest hair stylist, Kellie Gaskill of KG Hair Artistry, is throwing a party during the Shop & Stroll, and we’re all invited. Stop in, meet Kellie, and check out her cute salon. While there pick an ornament or dreidel from the everyone’s-a-winner-bowl and claim a prize—Haircut and style? Gloss and blowout? Luxury products? They’re all possibilities. She’ll have stocking stuffer gift cards, too, discounted 10% during the Stroll, and complimentary glasses of something bubbly.
Luna's Cakes & Coffee
The Ultimate Hot Chocolate Bar
1269 Centre Street
Warm up at Luna’s Cakes & Coffee during the Shop & Stroll with the ultimate holiday Hot Chocolate Bar! Sisters and owners Valeria and Valentina are serving steaming cups of their made-from-scratch hot chocolate, complete with a variety of festive toppings making it a fun and interactive experience for everyone.
While you’re there, explore their new holiday treats and special seasonal items. From mini cakes to limited-edition sweets that are quickly making Luna’s Newton’s favorite destination.
Come sip, stroll, and celebrate the season!
Market Tiamo
Italian Wine + Panettone Tasting
36 Langley Road
Without a doubt, foodies, wine lovers, and those who appreciate all things Italian should visit Italian grocer Market-Tiamo for an Italian Food & Wine tasting during the Shop & Stroll. Sample authentic Panettone like none other in the area, with an airy texture and a taste that puts common Panettone—the only ones we ever knew existed— to shame. Strollers 21+ can sample wines perfect for warmer weather and celebrations. And if you’re holiday shopping for stylish foodies, Market Tiamo is the only local shop with a selection of fun kitchen and entertaining gifts from Alessi.
Newtonville Books
Holiday Book Bundles, Music & Refreshments
10 Langley Road
Newtonville Books is always a welcoming center of activity in Newton Centre and during the Shop & Stroll it’s taking things up a notch. Drop in for light bites and music—there will be records playing all evening long. Peruse the shop’s holiday book bundles—like their Love Your Local themed bundles that include non-book items from local shops. And make sure to check out their new Staff Picks: Local Business Edition for recommendations on fave shops and restaurants—it may help us pick out our next Shop & Stroll stop! Strollers who visit between 5-6 PM are welcome to drop into the shop’s High Tea Book Club discussion of Haruki Murakami’s novel Norwegian Wood.
Oak 'n Barrel
Free 21+ Tasting of Japan’s Suntory -196 products
1255 Centre Street
Step inside Oak n’ Barrel and right away you know it’s not your typical liquor store. One of the most gorgeous shops in Newton, its products are thoughtfully displayed for spirit enthusiasts. Oak ’n Barrel holds regular tastings, and during the Shop & Stroll those 21+ are invited to sample a cult favorite export from Japan—Suntory -196’s vodka selzers. There’ll be light bites from sister-restaurant Baramor, as well, and lots of recommendations for mixers, wine, spirits and more for the holidays.
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Pageo Fine Jewelers
Stroll Discount & Holiday Refreshments
843 Beacon Street
In Newton Center for almost 50 years, Pageo Fine Jewelers is a family-owned jewelry shop and greater Boston destination for fine jewelry. Pageo does it all—it has a large inventory of designer jewelry from all over the world at a range of price points, creates custom jewelry, and does repairs. Whether we’re in the market for an engagement ring, diamond studs, redesigning an heirloom piece, or just need links removed from a watch band, the Pageo team can handle it. Visit during the Shop & Stroll to browse their collections, take advantage of their 10% Stroll discount and enjoy light holiday refreshments.
Revolve Consignment Boutique
Storewide 10% Discount
67 Union Street
If there was any doubt that Union Street is Newton’s “Fashion Row,” just step into Revolve Boutique. Specializing in high-end consignment, Revolve has a curated selection of luxury handbags, fine jewelry, and premium designer clothing. Here we can pick up cozy cashmere sweaters, Chanel and Louis Vuitton handbags, Alo and Lululemon active wear to giftable jewelry and scarves—and that’s just for starters.
With five shops in greater Boston—including one on Newbury Street— Revolve may be the biggest player in the high-end consignment shop niche. This family-owned business’ three-part mission is to: provide everyone affordable access to quality clothing; support sustainability through reuse; and give back to the community. During The Shop & Stroll, Revolve is offering a store-wide 10% discount. 67 Union Street.
Studio North Mittens
Mitten Pop-Up at Johnny’s Luncheonette
30 Langley Road
Every year at the Holiday Shop & Stroll, mittens created by Barkley Shafer and her daughter Ellie Bernstein of Studio North, sell out quickly. Newton residents and seamstresses, this mother-daughter duo sews warm, buttery-soft mittens from reclaimed and up-cycled wool, in creative color and texture combinations. Mittens have a cozy fleece lining, with lots of attention to detail—like antique buttons—that you can only find with fine-quality hand-made items, produced one at a time. Studio North will be at Johnny’s Luncheonette during the Stroll. Our advise: shop early for the best selection.
Sweet Dream
Stroll Bag of Sweets
91 Union Street
Our friends at Newton Centre chocolate shop Sweet Dream are loaded with locally made holiday chocolates for filling stockings, hostess gifts, Hanukkah presents, and adding to the dessert table. But why wait until the holidays? Pop in during the Shop & Stroll for a sample bag of some of their most ho-ho-ho-holiday sweets. Bags are perfect for nibbling while strolling through the streets of Newton Centre.
Sweet Tomatoes
Cotton Candy, Ceramics, & More
47 Langley Road
During the Shop & Stroll Sweet Tomatoes transforms into a Winter Wonderland, offering one holiday surprise after another. Purchase pottery from talented students in Newton South High School’s Ceramics program. Visit the cotton candy machine for a feathery sweet treat, and enjoy complimentary small bites and beverages courtesy of owner Hedy Jarras. While there, grab a slice or pie—after all this Newton institution has some of the best Neapolitan style pizza in the city.
Tango Mango
Free Churros for Strollers
34 Langley Road
Tango Mango is Newton Centre’s only fast-casual Mexican restaurant and owner Shirley Spinetta always has something exciting going on for diners. Whether it’s a live band, classical guitarist, or a 21+ margarita bar, Tango Mango is the perfect spot for a fun, quick Mexican meal made form top quality, fresh ingredients. Stop at Tango Mango during the Shop & Stroll for a free churro, and while there we can grab a quick bite and even pick up Tango Mango gift cards for stocking stuffers and Hannukah gifts.
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