Julie M. Cohen

Julie M. Cohen

Julie M. Cohen is a contributor to the Belmont Voice.

Local Conductor Launches Boston Opera Company

August 9, 2026
Nathaniel Meyer’s enthusiasm for opera is not only contagious, but also inspiring. The Belmont native and current resident has deep music roots and an impressive, international resume as an award-winning conductor and teacher. Over the years, his love of and devotion to…

Teens Launch Independent Theater Troupe

August 3, 2026
For many teens, summer means hanging out with friends at the beach, working a first job, or learning to drive. One group of Belmont High School students, however, have decided to use their creativity and bring their love of theater to life.…

‘Milkweed Meadow’ Books are Rooted In Belmont

June 19, 2026
You don’t have to sail away to exotic locations to have adventures — sometimes the most fascinating scenes play out in your own backyard. This was the case for Belmont resident Elaine Dimopoulos, who found inspiration for her children’s book, “The Remarkable…

LGBTQ Alliance Marks 25 Years; Pride Parade Set for May 31

May 29, 2026
As the Belmont LGBTQ+ Alliance marks its 25th anniversary this year, it continues to embrace a simple message: You are welcome here, you are safe, and you are seen. Participants in the group’s May 31 Belmont Pride Parade will put those words…

Butler Student Aims For Jr. Ranger Title

May 20, 2026
Even though Livia Rocha has traveled across the country visiting numerous national parks, she said her favorite nature spot is her own Belmont backyard. The 8-year-old “loves worms and snails, getting her hands dirty, and spending time observing wildlife and wildflowers,” said…

Reading What’s in the Tarot Cards

May 6, 2026
Drawing a “Death” card from a tarot deck doesn’t predict your imminent demise. Instead, Janina Majeran, community outreach librarian at the Belmont Public Library, wants you to know it’s not as scary as it may seem. “Death” is one of 78 illustrated…

Celebrating the Arrival of Spring

April 15, 2026
Concentrating on her target, Olivia Chen, 5, threw her arrow like a javelin during a game of “pitch pot” on April 11, outside the Belmont Public Library. She and her 2-year-old sister Rylee were there enjoying activities and crafts at the Qingming…

Belmont Marks Transgender Day of Visibility

April 2, 2026
A modest but dedicated crowd slowly made its way around the green space at the corner of Leonard Street and Concord Avenue on March 31 marking Transgender Day of Visibility (TDOV) by reading about people who made a difference. Posters were arranged…

Age in Place Fair is April 29

April 1, 2026
Belmont seniors have spoken, and overwhelmingly, they want to remain in their homes as they age, reflecting nationwide sentiments. “People want to find ways to live in their home as long as possible,” said Ellen Sullivan, a board member of Belmont’s Council…

Hoppy Days as Easter Bunny Visits Belmont Center

March 31, 2026
Unlike most who eagerly greeted and hugged the giant, furry Easter bunny visiting Belmont Center on March 28, Otis looked a bit wary. However, the docile pup sat obediently in the white rabbit’s arms and posed for a photo while wearing his…
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