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New Theatrical Education Program for Elementary and Middle Schools

Doug Cornelius — Fri, 06 Aug 2010 23:51:39 +0000

Newton Country Players presents “Broadway Bound” musical theater class this fall for grades 4-8!

An exciting new adventure for the Newton Country Players…..We will present our first class “Broadway Bound” this fall offering a unique experience for children in grades 4-8! All students will benefit as they engage in activities geared towards a well-balanced understanding of the art of musical theater performance from seasoned teachers and performers.

The class will culminate in a production to be performed for family and friends at the lovely MassBay Community College Theater. Don’t miss this opportunity to expose your budding performer to the arts in a low-pressure, collaborative, energetic and incredibly fun atmosphere!

The class will run from September – November, 2010 on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

For more information and to register, please visit
http://newtoncountryplayers.org/broadwaybound.html or email
NCPBroadwayBound@gmail.com

Community Input Meeting

Doug Cornelius — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 01:09:50 +0000

One last bit of business from the Newton Public Schools as you start your summer vacation…

Community Input Meeting about the Student Placement Task Force
Monday, June 28, 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Education Center, 100 Walnut Street, Room 210
In response to recent discussion of various student placement policies, the Superintendent of Schools has established a task force to:

review all existing policies and procedures related to student placements
review enrollments and feeder patterns, including the goal of two high schools of equal size; out-of-district policies for elementary, middle and high school students, as well as policies for students in choice and/or optional zones for elementary schools and feeder patterns to middle and high schools
recommend timelines for all out-of-district placements
review recent enrollment projections and procedures for placement of Boston (METCO) students and students of staff who are eligible to attend the Newton Public Schools.

It is not the charge of this Task Force to study facilities use or facilities planning. However, to fully complete its work, the Task Force will review: school capacity, potential redistricting, and School Committee guidelines around class size. This information will inform the work of the Long Range Facilities Committee and short-term space options.

The Student Placement Task Force is a school department working group that will be led by Sandra Guryan, Assistant Superintendent for Business, Finance, and Planning. The timeline for the review will be June 2010 through October 2010. A second public forum will be held in September and a final report will be presented to the School Committee for their approval in November 2010.

Meeting about Riverside Development

wendyhurwitz — Wed, 16 Jun 2010 18:35:08 +0000

Riverside Development Informational Meeting:
Developer BH Normandy will be presenting its most recent proposal for the development of the Riverside MBTA station to the community on Thursday, June 17, at 7:00 p.m. in the Williams Auditorium.
The developer is planning to create more than one million square feet of offices, retail stores, residential housing and parking at the current Riverside T station on Grove Street. The housing includes a five-story apartment building with 240 housing units, including 23 one-bedroom studios, 103 one-bedroom units, 109 two-bedroom units, and 5 three-bedroom units. To try to handle an expected 12,000 – 13,000 vehicle trips per day, BH Normandy is planning two roundabouts on Grove Street.

Come to the meeting to hear directly from the developers. This is your opportunity to learn more about the proposed project, and to ask questions and raise concerns about the impact this development will have on our neighborhoods and schools, including Williams.

For more information, visit the Riverside Station Neighborhood Coalition’s website: www.riversidestation.info

Community Listings for June 13

Doug Cornelius — Sun, 13 Jun 2010 12:31:42 +0000

Riverside Station Development

On Thursday, June 17 at 7:00 pm at the Williams School Auditorium (141 Grove St.), BH Normandy will be present at a community meeting to answer questions and update the community on their current proposals for the Station @ Riverside development. You can get more information on Riverside Station Neighborhood Coalition including copies of the Environmental Notification Form.

Honor Thy Teacher

As this school year draws to a close, we reflect on how much our children have grown with the help of so many outstanding educators. Exceptional teachers motivate, educate and inspire our children everyday. How to thank them? District-wide policy prohibits direct gifts to teachers. The Newton Schools Foundation offers an option that will allow your teacher to be thanked in a public way. By donating to the 13th annual ‘Honor Thy Teacher’ campaign, the teacher you wish to honor will receive a card of thanks in your name, the teacher’s name will be included in the 13th Annual ”Honor Thy Teacher” spread in the Newton TAB in the fall, Principals and Superintendents will be notified of all honorees, and your donation will help support building 21st century classrooms in Newton. The Newton Schools Foundation raises funds for all of Newton’s public schools. For more information or to Honor the teacher(s) of your choice, go to: www.newtonschoolsfoundation.org

Strawberry Solstice Family Event. Come celebrate Father’s Day and the Summer Solstice at Newton Community Farm! Strawberry and sun-themed activities such as make-your-own sundial, planting sunflowers, bubble printing, make-your-own musical instruments, and relay races. Enter to win a basket of strawberries or strawberry baked goods. Fresh strawberries for sale.
Sunday, June 20, 2010, 1-3PM, At Newton Community Farm, 303 Nahanton Street, Newton. Ages: Preschool – 3rd grade, with adult Fee: $5 per family For more about the farm, visit www.newtoncommunityfarm.org.

Kindergarten Soccer

Newton Kindergarten Soccer Registration is open for Fall 2010!

Kindergarten Soccer is a fun and non-competitive soccer program for all Newton boys and girls of kindergarten age and has been a program of the Zervas Elementary PTO since 1993. Games are held on Saturday mornings at Richardson Field in Waban. Join us and meet other Kindergarten families in your neighborhood. Late Registrations are accepted on a space available basis. Register by August 18th for the Fall Season! www.KindergartenSoccer.org

Register Now for GCKS K and Pre-K Fall Soccer

Garden City Kindergarten and Pre-K Soccer is now accepting registrations for our 2010 Fall Session. Children in Pre-K (4-5 years old) and students entering Kindergarten this Fall are invited to participate. Pre-K children must be 4 years old by Sept 1, 2010. GCKS provides an introduction to the game of soccer; teaching a variety of basic skills in a fun, non-competitive environment. Team sizes are limited to 10 players in each group. Registration is limited to 80 players per league. Fall session runs from September 11 to November 13, 2010. Practice/games are held Saturdays from 9:30-10:30 am for the Kindergarten league and 10:45-11:45 am for the Pre-K league. Games are played on the field at Burr School, Pine Street in Auburndale. Volunteer parent coaches are needed. No experience is necessary and training will be provided. Cost is $60 per child. GCKS is a joint venture of Lincoln-Eliot & Franklin School’s Parent Teacher Organization. Proceeds benefit both schools PTO programs. To register, email gardencitysoccer@gmail.com. Registration forms can also be downloaded from the PTO website’s at www.lepto.org or www.franklinpto.org. For more information, call L-E School parent Melanie Varady at 617-244-5773 or Franklin School parent Deb Rooney at (617) 630-8520. Registration deadline is August 13th. Space is limited.

Summer Camps

NCSC Summer Day Camp at Hale Reservation (Grades 1 – 8)

Still have a gap in your summer schedule and you wish your child had something exciting to do? Openings are still available at NCSC Summer Day Camp at the beautiful Hale Reservation in Westwood (transportation from our West Newton location is included). Join us for fun-filled days of boating, Red Cross swim lessons and free swim, arts and crafts, fishing, archery, a ropes challenge course, nature activities, sports, cookouts, special events, overnights and more at our ACA-accredited camp. For more information and registration materials, visit www.NCSCweb.org. To check openings, please contact Megan Cap-Renzi at mcap-renzi@ncscweb.org or (617) 969-5906, ext. 224.

Club Invention!

July 12-16 & July 19-23 NSHS. Club Invention focuses on projects that enhance creativity, teamwork, and inventive-thinking skills. Children entering grades 1-6 participate in 5 project modules promoting science, math, history, and the arts through creative problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Newton teachers lead the curricula and Judi Fitts, a Cabot 4^th grade teacher, returns as director. Register for one or both weeks: July 12-16 and/or July 19-23. Newton South High School, 9-3:30. Extended day program available. $275 includes all materials and a T-shirt. For more info or to register, contact Newton Community Ed at www.newtoncommunityed.org or call 617-559-6999.

Newton Track and Field Camp

For Youth Ages 8-14. A fun, challenging and informative camp. Highly experienced and knowledgeable staff. Small camper to staff ratio
Week One: July 5-9
Week Two: July 19-23
Week Three: August 2-6
For more information and to sign up visit: http://newtontrackcamp.weebly.com or email tomdavis@letsrun.com

Newton Cultural Center Summer Programs for Children

Summer is almost here! The places are filling up quickly for our Summer Classes for children at the Newton Cultural Center. We have some spaces in the June Time for Families and the Time for Partners classes from 9:30 – 11:15. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to share a special time each week with your child (18 months – 4 years) making art projects and singing with new friends in our cheerful, air conditioned classrooms. There is also Summer Swing, a drop-off program for 3 – 6 years olds from 9 am – noon from June 28 – August 5, with art, music and creative movement with a different theme each week. There is a lot of flexibility in the available days to fit your schedule. For more information, please call 617-527-8283 or visit www.newtonculturalcenter.org

Joanne Langione Dance Center

Registration has begun for 2010 Summerdance programs. Playdance (ages 2-5) has class offerings every morning 10-11:30 am. The Full Day Dance Program (ages 6-14) runs July 5th- August 13^th from 9-5 pm. Students may register for any number of weeks. Summerdance Intensives (ages 9-12, 13-18) for Intermediate/Advanced students run throughout the summer. info@jldancecenter.com * 617-969-8724 * www.jldancecenter.com

MATH SUMMER

Summer is a great time to catch up, keep up and get ahead in Math. Mathnasium Learning Center in Newton Highlands offers individualized math summer programs in a fun, relaxing environment. Schedule your 12 tutoring sessions ($495) around your vacations and camps. (617) 340-3665 or www.mathsummer.com

Learn Chess from a State Champion

Last day of school is Monday, June 21st. No plans yet for the rest of the week? There is still room in our fun-filled chess camp Tuesday through Friday, 9:30 am through 12:30 pm. Run by Maryanne Riley, mother and teacher of 2-time state champion, Reilly Nathans. Hosted at Mathnasium in Newton Highlands.
For details or to register, go to http://www.newtonchess.org

Classifieds

Fruits of their Labors: The Kenrick Nursery’s Legacy on Farlow Hill, Historic Newton, Sunday, June 27, 2 pm. Welcome In his nursery catalog of 1831, William Kenrick boasted that his family nursery was about 35 years old and “now without doubt, the oldest of note in New England.” Many of our most beloved fruit and tree varieties, including many in our gardens today, first came to this country through the Kenrick family nurseries. Their Waverley Avenue home, and the trees shading the streets of Farlow Hill, are fitting tribute to their labors. Join Lucinda Brockway, landscape preservationist, for a walk over Farlow Hill looking at the legacy of the Kenrick Nursery. Meet at the Durant-Kenrick House, 286 Waverley Avenue, Newton.

Host Families Needed for Newton-Beijing Jingshan School Exchange Program - Learn about China and have a family on the other side of the world. Share your home and culture with a Chinese exchange student or teacher coming to Newton North High School and Newton South High School. Participants all speak English and are eager to learn about American culture and to share their culture with you. The Chinese exchange participants are expected to arrive sometime around September 23rd and depart January 23rd. Students attend regular classes at NNHS and NSHS. Lunches are provided. Participants will travel on Columbus Day weekend, the long Thanksgiving Day weekend and winter holiday. Back-up families available for times when host families may be away. Info: http://www.newton.k12.ma.us/JingshanExchange/ Questions? Contact the chairperson of the Newton-Beijing Jingshan School Exchange Program: Donna_Fong@newton.k12.ma.us

Affordable Housing Needed for VISTA Volunteer Beginning, August 1, 2010. The VISTA is the acronym for a Volunteer In Service To America, a domestic peace corps. Some VISTAs work in higher education, and the proposal we are writing is for a VISTA to help the Center For Community-Based Learning work in an inner city charter school developing a college awareness program with Lasell, and several other very meaningful projects. VISTAs work at the poverty level in terms of wages, getting a small stipend which is about $1300 per month. As you know, apartments in this area could easily be that much! So, anything we can do to get an inexpensive rental for the VISTA would be awesome. The student who is graduating that is applying for the position is fabulous, totally responsible, and is an education major. At Lasell she has been (already) a teaching assistant for four courses already and she has participated on three international service-learning trips, as well as served as a coordinator of our America Counts after school math tutoring program. She is currently student teaching this semester in Waltham (in a kindergarten and second grade). If you have affordable housing to offer, please contact Sharyn Lowenstein at SLowenstein@Lasell.edu.

Registration for the 2010-2011 Fourth Grade Instrumental Music Lesson Program is now open. Parents may now register and pay user fees online. Look for the link to this program on the Newton Public Schools website at www.newton.k12.ma.us. The website will provide all essential information about this program including how and where to acquire a musical instrument, a roster of our instrumental music teachers listed by school, and registration and financial assistance information.Households without access to the internet may contact the fine arts office to request information by mail. Contact, Program Administrative Assistant, Barbara Sauro at 617-559-9090.

Read a Book and you could Win a Bike – The more books you read, the more chances to win. 12 bikes will be given away. Children 6-15 eligible to enter. No purchase necessary. Entries accepted May 17 through July 16^th. Entries may be dropped off at Farina’s Bicycle Center, Anderson Bicycle or any Dependable Cleaners. Rules, entry forms and locations at www.DependableCleaners.com, then click on “In your community” at the bottom of the screen.

The United Parish of Auburndale is seeking a part-time Church Administrator and a Director of Education Ministries. Complete job descriptions and contact information are available online at http://www.upanewtonma.org/templates/System/details.asp?id=33780&PID=765304.

Nurturing, goal oriented FLUTE TEACHER welcomes new students of all ages and levels. Professional Flute Studio in Newton. First lesson is complimentary. Barbara@newtonfluteteacher.com or call Barbara Nakazawa (617)527-4413

The Newton Mustangs Pop Warner Football and Cheerleading Program announces that registration for the 2010 Season is now open. The Newton Mustangs compete in the Greater Boston League. Come join our returning GBL championship B Squad team. The season starts in early August and runs through late October. For more information please write: Registration@newtonpopwarner.org or visit our website: www.newtonpopwarner.org

Pierce Elementary School Family Provides Pet Sitting. While you are on business trips, vacations, day outings, etc. give your dog a fun time too! Your puppy/dog will be well cared for while you are away. Your pet will be fed, walked, pampered, played with – in short, will be having fun! Two Pierce School Family kids, age 17 and 10, with experience with their own family dogs, look forward to taking care of your dog while you are away. They have been providing this service for the last few years and it works very well for the animals and the kids. Only one or two dogs will be taken care of at a time. Reasonable rates. References provided. Contact: EMagids@aol.com or 617-527-6654

Parents, are you starting to think about summer reading lists? Please check out this great Summer Reading Program at Borders for ages 6-12. Read any ten books and get one book free (their list but great selection!). Details at http://www.pragmaticmom.com/?p=7103 I have other reading lists as well as suggestions for math and phonics if that is part of your summer plans as well. Pragmatic Mom, http://PragmaticMom.com Type A Parenting for the Modern World.

ActiveMinds Tutoring, LLC. Your source for in-home tutoring. Effective, Personalized and Convenient. All grades/all subjects, including test preparation (MCAS, SSAT, ISEE, SAT…). Sign your child up for academic success and receive a free lesson! Call: (617) 663-5700 during business hours, or (617) 227-2225 Eve/Wknds. Please visit our web site at www.activemindstutoring.com

Two Newton South Juniors have started a new DJ company specializing in Bar and Bat-Mitzvahs, Birthday and Sweet 16 Parties, Graduation Events, Family Functions, Holiday Parties and School Dances. The M&A DJ Company will bring to you a successful dance party or background music for any type of event. High quality professional equipment and an array of enjoyable music for all occasions. Prices start at $300 per function. For booking information, contact Alex at vwlyon@verizon.net or 617-866-3871.

The Sunday School for Jewish Studies is now accepting registrations for grades K-7 for the 2010-2011 school year. The Sunday School is an independent school offering a once-a-week program for children in the greater Boston area for over 40 years. Located at the Oak Hill School in Newton, our school is committed to providing a Jewish education that fosters a strong sense of Jewish identity for children and families with diverse traditions of Jewish observance. Bar/Bat Mitzvah preparation is available but not required, and students may enter in any grade. Interfaith and nontraditional families are welcome. For additional information, please visit our website at www.sundayschoolforjewishstudies.org or call 617.264.8855.

A few spaces have opened up in both classrooms of the Newton South Preschool Program for the 2010-2011 school year. We are a Child Development Lab School based in the Family and Consumer Sciences Dept. at Newton South High School. We provide a rich and nurturing learning environment that is focused on supporting each child’s individual interests and learning styles within a developmental play curriculum. Our aim is to encourage children to acquire competence and self-confidence as they explore a wide variety of experiences and interact with our dedicated teaching staff. A full “school day” tuition option or a four-hour “half-day” tuition option is available. The preschool one classroom serves children two years, nine months by September 1, and the preschool two classroom serves children three years, nine months by September 1. The curriculum follows the NAEYC and MA. DOE guidelines and standards for quality early childhood education programs. We follow the Newton Public Schools calendar, opening on September 1, 2010 for the upcoming school year. All interested families should contact Melissa Hammel, Director, by emailing, Melissa_Hammel@newton.k12.ma.us.

Who knew that Jewish Education could be this much fun?!? Fall registration is now open for the Ansin Religious School of Ohabei Shalom (a few blocks from Coolidge Corner). This school prides itself on being on the cutting edge and constantly striving to “break the mold” of a traditional Jewish Education. The goal is to ensure that students and families who walk through the doors feel at home. Offering an exciting and innovative Tuesday-only (K – 6) classroom program in a newly renovated facility along with a robust selection of hands-on Jewish experiences: Shabbat services, retreats, shul-ins, mitzvah projects, youth group events, etc, which compliment classroom learning. Offering a flexible choice in scheduling. Education programs are open to the community and non-members. For more information or to schedule a visit contact Shari Churwin, Education Director 617-739-9200 – schurwin@ohabei.org or visit www.ohabei.org.

The Pine Manor College Child Study Center has openings for the 2010-2011 academic year. This private, non-profit, preschool program serves families with children ages 2 years 9 months up to Kindergarten age. If you have any questions, you may reach Lynne Love, Director at 617 731-7039.

Are you looking for a unique creative Jewish educational experience for your children after school? Kesher Newton provides excellence in Jewish and Hebrew education on weekday afternoons. In a joy-filled, camp-like environment, we explore Jewish knowledge and cultivate a sense of community as our children grow to become proud, educated Jews. Limited openings remain for new students for 2010-11. For more information and a tour please contact Dan Brosgol at (617) 244-5390 or check our website www.keshernewton.org Kesher is licensed by the state of Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care.

The BC Lady Eagles Soccer School will be holding their summer clinics clinic for girls ages 6-14 during June 28-July and also July 19-22, 9:00am-3:00pm at the BC Newton campus. Come join us for soccer fun and development. Registration may be found at:
http://bceagles.cstv.com/auto_pdf/p_hotos/s_chools/bc/sports/w-soccer/auto_pdf/summerreg

MATH SUMMER PROGRAMS – Summer is a great time to catch up, keep up and get a jump start on next year’s Math. Mathnasium Learning Center in Newton Highlands offers individualized math summer programs in a fun, relaxing environment. Schedule your 12 tutoring sessions ($495) around your vacations and camps. Save $50 when you register before June 1. (617) 340-3665 or www.mathsummer.com

Sunday, June 27, 2 pm

Fruits of their Labors: The Kenrick Nursery’s Legacy on Farlow Hill

Welcome In his nursery catalog of 1831, William Kenrick boasted that his family nursery was about 35 years old and “now without doubt, the oldest of note in New England.” Many of our most beloved fruit and tree varieties, including many in our gardens today, first came to this country through the Kenrick family nurseries. Their Waverley Avenue home, and the trees shading the streets of Farlow Hill, are fitting tribute to their labors. Join Lucinda Brockway, landscape preservationist, for a walk over Farlow Hill looking at the legacy of the Kenrick Nursery. Meet at the Durant-Kenrick House, 286 Waverley Avenue, Newton.

Community Listings for May 16

Doug Cornelius — Sun, 16 May 2010 13:44:47 +0000

May 17-21, 2010 is Bay State Bike Week (and National Bike Week), and Newtonites will have lots of opportunities to participate right here in the Garden City. Kicking off the week will be the 3rd Annual Bike Newton Rally and Ride on Sunday, May 16, from noon-3pm at Newton City Hall. See here for details. On Monday May 17, at 6pm, the Bike Newton “No Rider Left Behind” bike ride will depart from the Main Library at 6pm. See the “rides” section of www.bikenewton.org for more info. On Friday morning May 21, a Bike-to-Work convoy will ride from Newton City Hall to Boston City Hall. Check the Newton Bike and Pedestrian Task Force website for details. For more information about the Bay State Bike Week, go here and here.

Parenting

Preparing For Summer Camp: Creating a Positive Experience for your Child

Parents of preschool and elementary students are invited to attend, PREPARING FOR SUMMER CAMP: CREATING A POSITIVE EXPERIENCE FOR YOUR CHILD, a free workshop to help prepare children for the transition from the school year to day camp. This workshop will be held on Thursday, May 27^th from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Franklin Elementary School, 125 Derby St., 02465. Participants in this workshop will learn how to best prepare for a new camp experience, such as: how to ease camper anxiety, how to best partner with camps regarding your child’s unique needs and learn strategies to ensure a smooth transition to camp. Child care and a light supper for children will be provided at no charge. PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. To register, contact: Jenny Gamson, The Newton Partnership, 617.559.9064 or jenny_gamson@newton.k12.ma.us

How Can I Help My Child Manage Emotions?

In this complex age with so many demands on children and families, even children who are doing well at school and socially may be stressed and struggling emotionally. Attend the free workshop, How Can I Help My Child Manage Emotions? Thursday, May 20, 2010 7:00 – 8:30 P.M., Pomroy Auditorium (use door in rear), Newton Community Service Center (NCSC), 492 Waltham St, Newton MA 02465 PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Space is limited. Register by phone/email: 617.5906 x223 or cebenstein@ncscweb.org. This workshop will have a small group discussion format and is targeted for those parenting children who are 4 to 9 years old. The presenter will discuss the typical emotional development of children as well as how stressors get in the way or strengthen childrenís coping skills. Strategies for helping your children will be discussed. Cheryl Ebenstein, LICSW, is an experienced child and family therapist. She is currently a senior clinician with the Parents Program at NCSC. Co-sponsored by Newton Community Service Center and The Newton Partnership.

Events

Yard Sale and More to Benefit Community Rowing Saturday June 5^th, 8am-2pm.

Open House with Free Barge Rowing and food available from the grill. At the wood-sheathed Community Rowing Boathouse, 20 Nonantum Road, on the Newton/Brighton line. (Down Charlesbank Road and straight ahead on Nonantu, on the left just past the Daley Ice Rink on the Charles River). Yard sale donations now being accepted. Drop off at the boathouse weekdays 9-noon or 5-8pm or weekends 10am-2pm. www.communityrowing.org. 617-779-8267.

Bringing Down the House: June 4-6 at Newton North

Join in a fun-filled retrospective of student and community life at Newton North on June 4-6, before the building closes its doors for the last time. “Bringing Down the House” celebrates the more than 30 years of high school life at Newton North. The weekend features a free Open House from noon-5 p.m. Saturday, with a walk down memory lane on Main Street, memorabilia displays, video and music clips, alumni gatherings, art activities, live music, dining and the Great North Yard Sale. Other festivities include a Theatre Ink retrospective on Friday night, Jubilee concert on Saturday night and Alumni Jazz Brunch on Sunday morning. Times and ticket prices for these events will be announced soon. We are looking for volunteers to help plan and execute the commemoration. Please email klgrannan@northptso.org or phone 925-324-4519 for more information on the event or how to get involved.

Calling all Kids to participate in the 5th Annual Pan Mass Challenge

The Newton/Needham/Brookline Bike Ride to benefit the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and the Jimmy Fund. Sunday May 23rd Noon-4 at 180 Wells Office Park in Newton. Teens age 13 and up can ride in the 17-mile road race, starting promptly at 1:30. (Strong 12 year old 6th graders may participate with the teens at their parent’s discretion). Younger kids ride as long as they want, starting at 1pm, on the office park course. Post-party celebration includes refreshments, music, games, kids’ activities, a raffle with great prizes and more! The minimum fundraising amount per rider is just $50, but additional money raised would be most welcome. Come on your own or build a team with friends, school or teammates, or your neighborhood and make a long-lasting difference in the fight against cancer. Register online at www.kids.pmc.org/nnb. For more info, or to learn about how you can volunteer to help with the event, contact Jordana Alford: jlalford@rcn.com, May Chiu: mayfchiu@earthlink.net or Jane Quinn: janequinn419@gmail.com.

Underwood School’s Annual Spring Fair

Rides, music, games, food, prizes and raffles, will be featured at Underwood School’s Annual Spring Fair. The fair will take place on Saturday, June 5^th, 2010 from -10am-2pm, rain or shine, 101 Vernon Street! Take your chances at the Color Wheel or slide down the giant inflatable slide, the fair promises a day of fun for families of all ages. The school which is located in Newton Corner, is raising money for the school’s PTO. For directions or more information, please email Becky Manley, at becky@calare.com

ROOTS IN OUR HISTORY—THE 2010 NEWTON HISTORY SERIES

Newton’s 28^th Annual House Tour – Sunday May 23^rd, noon to 5pm. View distinctive Newton homes, innovative renovations, unique additions and inspiring interior and landscape design. This year features 8 private homes located in several of Newton’s historic neighborhoods and villages, as well as a carriage house and the 1732 Durant-Kenrick house and grounds. A special ‘Preview Party’ is to be held Saturday May 22^nd. More info: 617-796-1450. Proceeds from the house tour benefit ‘Historic Newton’ and support its many programs at the Jackson Homestead and Museum and throughout the community. Tickets cost $25 ($20 for members) if purchased by May 21 or $30 ($25 for members) if purchased on May 22 or 23. They may be ordered online at www.historicnewton.org or may be ordered by phone at 617-796-1450.

Plant Exchange

May 22nd: 9am-3pm. Bring a Plant/Take a Plant: Ferns creeping out of bounds? Hostas growing like weeds? Lily of the Valley taking over your side yard? May is the month to divide and thin your garden plants. Why put those beautiful Iris divisions in the compost bin? Share them with your Newton neighbors at the 1st Annual Plant Exchange. Now’s the time to save old flower pots, milk cartons, coffee cans, large yoghurt containers, even plastic bags to pot up those divisions. If you can’t dig them up just before the event, keep them moist and in the shade until The Exchange Date: Saturday, May 22nd, 9am-3pm, rain or shine. Bring what you don’t want and find something new for your garden at 27 George Street just off Centre Street in Newton Corner. (One block north of the light where Sargent/Cabot Street crosses Centre Street). All exchanges are free, but please consider making a donation in any amount to the box marked ‘METCO Community Scholarship Fund’ which helps Newton METCO graduates attend college. For more information, email: BHoward617@aol.com. (This is a Bigelow Middle School Student’s Community Service Project)

Newton-Brookline Relay for Life Fundraiser for the American Cancer Society.

May 22-23 at Forte Park in Nonantum. Last year only Mason-Rice and Angier Schools had teams of walkers…the entire event had only 10 teams participate, but raised over $30,000. If you would like to organize a group for our school or for your neighborhood or for a group of friends, etc, go to: http://main.acsevents.org/site/TR?pg=entry&fr_id=23334

Summer Camps

NCSC Summer Day Camp at Hale Reservation (Grades 1 – 8)

Registration is now open for the Newton Community Service Center Summer Day Camp at the beautiful Hale Reservation in Westwood (transportation from our West Newton location is included). Join us for fun-filled days of boating, Red Cross swim lessons and free swim, arts and crafts, fishing, boating, archery, a ropes challenge course, nature activities, sports, cookouts, special events, overnights and more at our ACA-accredited camp. From June 28th through August 27^th, join us for two, four, six, eight weeks – or the entire summer! For more information or to register, please go to our web site at www.NCSCweb.org. If you have questions, please contact Megan Cap-Renzi at mcap-renzi@ncscweb.org or (617) 969-5906, ext. 224.

Club Invention!

Newton Track and Field Camp

Newton Cultural Center Summer Programs for Children

Joanne Langione Dance Center

MATH SUMMER

Classifieds

Boston College Summer Soccer Clinic. BOYS Ages 6-12. Boston College Newton Campus. July 26-29, 9:00am-3:00pm. For registration contact us at saccoccs@bc.edu. 617-552-4085

Calling All Dancers! All That Jazz Dance Studio is having our Spring Open House on Sunday, May 23rd from 4:00-5:30 at All That Jazz Dance Studio, 232 California St. in Newton. There will be sample classes, informal performances, refreshments and more! We are now accepting registration for our summer and fall classes. Please check out our website, www.allthatjazznewton.com, or call Miss Deb Lifson Vogel at 617-641-0784 for more information about all of our exciting classes!

Relay for Life – Now’s the time to organize a team to benefit the American Cancer Society. The Newton-Brookline Relay this year will take place at Forte Park in Nonantum on May 22^nd and 23^rd. For more information or to register: http://main.acsevents.org/site/TR?pg=entry&fr_id=23334

Art and Music programs for children, with and without a caregiver. June Time for Families: Twice a week, Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:30 – 11:15 am, June 1, 3, 8, 10. Leading up to “Time for Partners”. Art each day with Kim, Jacques or Mary Bruno and music with David Polansky. $85. Time for Partners: For children ages 18 months – 4 years with an adult Choose Mondays – Thursdays, 9:30 – 11:15 am June 28 – August 5. Music and art every day. Mondays – $100, Tuesdays – Thursdays – $120. Summer Swing A drop-off program for children ages 3 – 6, June 28 – August 5, 9 am – noon 2, 3 and 4-day options available. One hour lunch bunch available $10 per day. Art, music and creative movement program with different themes each week. 2 – day: $465, 3 – day: $665, 4 – day: $865. Call 617-527-8283 to register, or visit www.newtonculturalcenter.org for more information.

School of Rock Boston invites you to find out why 42% of our music students hail from Newton! Come visit our studios at 120 Elm Street in Watertown, and sign up for a free bass, keyboard, guitar, or vocal lesson. Accepting new students ages 7-17 all year round. Call 617-923-3434 or attend our open houses every Saturday from 9a-5pm.

NSHS Book Sale for literacy. Sale dates: May 25, 26, and 27 in Wheeler House Commons. We’re currently collecting books for the sale and need your donations! Looking for gently used or new books, including fiction, non-fiction, classics, best-sellers, test prep materials, etc. for all ages!! Books may be dropped off in collection boxes located in Wheeler Commons or at the POD located in the parking lot outside Wheeler House starting May 3rd daily from 7:30 – 8:30 a.m. and 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. If you’re unable to drop off books during these times, please email Patrice Wilson @ pwwilson1@verizon.net to arrange a drop off.

DONATIONS OF PROM DRESSES NEEDED. Clean Your Closets and Make a Teenager Happy! Newton South High School juniors Rachel Davidson and Sammie Levin are collecting new and “gently worn” prom dresses, purses and shoes to donate to Becca’s Closet, a global non-profit that provides formal attire to high school students with financial need. Please bring all donations to Holly Cleaners, 1314 Centre St, Newton, by mid-May. Send questions to dressdonation@gmail.com.

Community Listings for May 7

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Bike Newton Rally and Friends & Family Ride

Sunday, May 16 2010 from 12 to 3 pm. We are expecting a big crowd. The Rally meets at the Newton City Hall War Memorial Steps and Circle. There will be a raffle, ice cream, bicycle services, and merchants, a display of projects, speakers, and live entertainment. Our key speaker will be Steve Miller from the Livable Streets Alliance. The group will take a 3.5-mile bike ride through the residential neighborhoods of West Newton. Bike Newton has applied to the League of American Bicyclists for Newton to be designated a Bicycle-Friendly community.

Parenting

Preparing For Summer Camp: Creating a Positive Experience for your Child

How Can I Help My Child Manage Emotions?

This workshop will have a small group discussion format and is targeted for those parenting children who are 4 to 9 years old. The presenter will discuss the typical emotional development of children as well as how stressors get in the way or strengthen childrenís coping skills. Strategies for helping your children will be discussed. Cheryl Ebenstein, LICSW, is an experienced child and family therapist. She is currently a senior clinician with the Parents Program at NCSC. Co-sponsored by Newton Community Service Center and The Newton Partnership.

“Anxiety and Your Child”

Are you worried about your child being anxious? What’s the difference between the occasional headache and stomachache and the early signs of anxiety? Internationally recognized Clinical Psychologist Catherine Steiner-Adair, Ed.D will present a free parenting workshop Thursday May 13th from 7:30pm to 9pm at the Williams School Auditorium, 141 Grove Street. No registration required. Dr. Steiner-Adair will discuss what anxiety looks like in children. She will define the difference between an anxious moment and an anxiety disorder. Parents will learn how anxiety impacts families and the different ways to help your child throught anxious moments and more serious anxiety issues. Transitions to camp, new beginnings, handling the end of the school year and more will be discussed. Dr. Steiner-Adair is an internationally recognized clinical psychologist, school consultant and author. She consults to parents and K-12 schools on a wide range of topics related to strengthening children’s social and emotional development and deepening parents’ connections to their children. Affiliated wtih McLean Hospital and Harvard Medical School, she has a private practice in Newton. (Sponsored by the Newton Partnership)

Free Parenting Group Enrolling Now

The popular Parent Management Training (PMT) series is beginning again. Leading this group is Rachel Nenner-Payton, LICSW, a senior clinician at Riverside Community Care in Newton, a practitioner trained and experienced in running PMT groups. This group will focus on decreasing behavioral problems and increasing positive behavior in children and is highly effective in reducing tantrums, fighting and disruptiveness. The group runs on 6 consecutive Fridays, from May 7th through June 11th at the Newton Outpatient Center, 64 Eldredge Street, Newton, 02458. Registration required. To register or for more information, call Rachel Nenner-Payton: 617-969-4925. (A program of The Newton Partnership)

What Parents of School-Age Children Need to Know About Bullying

A free parenting workshop will be held at Lincoln Eliot Elementary School, 191 Pearl St. 02458 on Tuesday, May 11th from 7:15 to 8:30 p.m. NO REGISTRATION IS NEEDED. Meghan McCoy, affiliated with the Massachusetts Aggression Reduction Center at Bridgewater State College, will speak about what is and is not bullying, how to recognize if your own child is a bully or being bullied, and how parents should respond if their child becomes involved in a bullying incident. Ms. McCoy has worked with over 80 schools in New England on issues related to bullying and cyberbullying reduction.

Parent Management Training

Free Parent Group enrolling now! The popular Parent Management Training (PMT) series is beginning again. Leading this group is Rachel Nenner-Payton LICSW, a senior clinician at Riverside Community Care in Newton. She is trained and experienced in running PMT groups. This group will focus on decreasing behavioral problems and increasing positive behavior in children and is highly effective in reducing tantrums, fighting, and disruptiveness. The group will run for six weeks (5/7, 5/14, 5/21, 5/28, 6/4, 6/11) and is located at the Newton Outpatient Center at 64 Eldredge St, Newton 02458. Registration is required. To register or gain more information call Rachel Nenner-Payton at 617.969.4925.

Events

Bringing Down the House: June 4-6 at Newton North

We are looking for volunteers to help plan and execute the commemoration. Please email klgrannan@northptso.org or phone 925-324-4519 for more information on the event or how to get involved.

24th Annual Newton METCO Community Scholarship Celebration

METCO families and supporters are invited to attend the 24th Annual Newton METCO Community Scholarship Celebration and fundraiser Sunday May 16th. Since 2000, over 192 students have been granted scholarships from the fund that has raised nearly $170,000. The fund is facing uncertainty in these rough economic times. Contributions may be sent to: Newton METCO Community Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 600053, Newtonville, Ma. 02460. The Newton METCO Scholarship Celebration takes place Sunday May 16th from 4-6pm at the Myrtle Baptist Church, 21 Curve Street, West Newton, where the keynote speaker will be the newly appointed minister from Myrtle Baptist Church, Reverend Brandon T. Crowley. A light dinner will follow. (Church office: 617-332-5870)

The 26th Annual Book and Author Luncheon sponsored by The Friends of the Newton Free Library

Friday, May 7th. Cash bar at noon, luncheon at 12:30. Speakers and book signing to follow. At the Newton Marriott Hotel Ballroom, 2345 Commonwealth Avenue at Route 128. Featured authors: Anita Shreve “A Change in Attitude” and Andre Dubus III “The Garden of Last Days”. To reserve a spot, mail a check for $36 per person, payable to “Friends of the Newton Free Library” to: Book and Author Luncheon, P.O. Box 600533, Newtonville, Ma. 02460. Please indicate preference for chicken, fish or vegetarian entrée for lunch. Reservations received after May 1st will be held at the door. Questions? Contact bookandauthor@gmail.com or visit www.newtonfreelibrary.net

Shakespeare’s Comedy of Errors

The Comedy of Errors, is the 27th Annual performing Shakespeare collaboration between Newton North and South, directed by Dev Luthra. The Comedy of Errors tells the story of two sets of identical twins that were accidentally separated at birth, and the series of wild mishaps that results. May 6th, 7th and 8th at 7:30 p.m., Little Theatre at NNHS, 360 Lowell Avenue , Newtonville. Tickets $8 at www.theatreink.net or 617-559-6406. This is one of several productions being staged in the final months of this final year in NNHS’s theatre before the building comes down. From Cabaret amazing improv to a Playwrights’ Festival to a reunion of former NNHS actors…lots going on in the coming days. Visit www.theatreink.net for more info.

Talent Show for Haiti

Want to get out on a Saturday night and see some amazing talent? Come to the NSHS Talent Show for Haiti. ALL PROCEEDS GO DIRECTLY TO HAITI TO HELP THE RELIEF! (through the Partners in Health organization). Watch great acts from Tertulia and other talented students at NSHS. Also, hear from a speaker who has just returned from Haiti. Saturday May 8th at 7pm at the NSHS auditorium. Tickets cost $10 ($12 at the door). E-mail Nshshaitirelief@gmail.com to reserve your ticket for $10 or more info.

‘Mother’s Day Walk for Peace’ reaches out to Newton with a Visit by its Founder

Stand Up Against Violence – a Great Community Service Event for Families. Every year, thousands of people from across the state gather for the annual 3.6 miles Mother’s Day Walk for Peace. ‘The Walk’, held this year on Sunday May 9^th, was started in 1996 by Tina Chery after her 14 year old son, Louis, was killed on his way to a “Youth Against Gang Violence” meeting near his Dorchester home. Tina Chery has since become an outspoken proponent for peace. ‘The Walk’ is one way to show that “people care”. Funds raised from ‘The Walk’ go to The Louis D Brown Peace Institute to educate young people about the importance of peace and to provide crisis management and counseling to Boston families impacted by violence. More at www.louisbrownpeaceinstitute.org.

Calling all Kids to participate in the 5th Annual Pan Mass Challenge

Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive

This Saturday May 8th – Your part could not be easier. Simply leave a food donation by your mailbox this Saturday and your postal carrier will pick it up and distribute it to families in need on our community. Non-perishables only, like canned meats and fish, canned soup, juice, pasta, vegetables, cereal and rice. Please, no items that have expired or items in glass containers. More information at: www.usps.com/stampouthunger.

ROOTS IN OUR HISTORY—THE 2010 NEWTON HISTORY SERIES

Plant Exchange

Newton-Brookline Relay for Life Fundraiser for the American Cancer Society.

Summer Camps

NCSC Summer Day Camp at Hale Reservation (Grades 1 – 8)

Club Invention!

Newton Track and Field Camp

Newton Cultural Center Summer Programs for Children

Joanne Langione Dance Center

MATH SUMMER

Classifieds

Shine, presented by the Musical Theatre Cabaret Troupe at Theatre Ink and student directed by Kelly McIntyre, John Paul Roby and Hayley Travers. Cabaret Troupe was established to spread the word about new and contemporary musical theatre! It showcases songs mostly written post 1995, and will appeal to all contemporary audiences. The troupe consists of freshman-seniors and you will be delighted with full troupe numbers along with small group and solo performances. The show is directed by and accompanied by students. May 14^th at 7:30pm, Lasker Auditorium at NNHS, 360 Lowell Avenue, Newtonville. Tickets $5 at www.theatreink.net or 617-559-6406

Pragmatic Mom Blog. Looking for parenting advice on How to Get an Athletic Scholarship? or Top 10: Korean American Children’s Books, or How to Get Rid of Lice? or Science Projects? or Public vs. Private School? or need book ideas for your children? If so, please check out parenting blog by Newton Mom, http://pragmaticmom.com

The Boston Ballet Newton Studio Presents: “Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs”, Friday May 7th at 7:30pm and Sunday May 9th at 1:30pm and 6:30pm. Choreography by Bruce Wells. Sorenson Center for the Arts at Babson College, Babson Park. Tickets and more info at www.bostonballet.org/school or 617-456-6263.

Meet YoElena Tkebuchava: Author of Poetic Easel YoElena has been interested in fine art and history since before starting her formal education. She began writing poetry at age 8, and published her first book at age 12. In Poetic Easel, YoElena Tkebuchava shares the beautiful world of fine art through the work of forty artists. Saturday, May 8, at 2:00 pm in Druker Auditorium at the Newton Free Library. Registration is required and begins on Monday, May 3rd. For more information, please call (617) 796-1370 or check online at www.newtonfreelibrary.net

Community Listings for April 30

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Kids FunFest

Saturday & Sunday, May 1 & 2 – 10 am – 5 pm
Newton City Hall grounds, 1000 Commonwealth Avenue, Newton.
Free Admission. Fun for the whole family! Childrens’ amusement rides, refreshments, face painting and childrens’ activities on both days. Outstanding craft booths on Sunday. Demonstrations by local dance studios, with audience participation! There’s something for everyone! For more information, call 617-527-8283 or visit www.newtonculturalcenter.org
Sponsored by Newton Civic Pride

Mason-Rice’s 50th Birthday

RSVP Today for Mason-Rice’s 50th Birthday from 1-4 pm May 1, 2010 (rain date May 2)! Are you a Mason-Rice alumni or former faculty member? Visit our website at MasonRice50.info and SUBSCRIBE today so we can send you an invitation to our 50th Celebration! Do you know anyone who attended Mason-Rice? Contact us at masonrice50@gmail.com to and let us so we can invite them to the celebration! There will be games, food, live music, and presentations. Don’t miss out on this once in a lifetime event.

Bike Newton Rally and Friends & Family Ride

May 17-21, 2010 is Bay State Bike Week (and National Bike Week), and Newtonites will have lots of opportunities to participate right here in the Garden City. Kicking off the week will be the 3rd Annual Bike Newton Rally and Ride on Sunday, May 16, from noon-3pm at Newton City Hall. See here for details. On Monday May 17, at 6pm, the Bike Newton “No Rider Left Behind” bike ride will depart from the Main Library at 6pm. See the “rides” section of www.bikenewton.org for more info. On Friday morning May 21, a Bike-to-Work convoy will ride from Newton City Hall to Boston City Hall. Check the Newton Bike and Pedestrian Task Force website for details. For more information about the Bay State Bike Week, go here and here.

Parenting

Newton PAC for Special Education Meeting

“Academic Strategies in Newton High Schools: the Who, Why, When, Where and How”. Thursday May 6th at 7:30 pm. Ann Walker of Newton South High School (NSHS) and Walter Lyons of Newton North High School (NNHS) and their staff working in academic support programs will describe what to expect from the academic strategies program at the two high schools, the types of kids who benefit, the range of services available and what typical programs designed to meet students’ needs look like during a school day. This meeting takes place May 6th at 7:30 at the Education Center 100 Walnut Street, Newtonville, Room 210 Light refreshments and networking begin at 7:15 pm. For more information or to join the Newton PAC online discussion group, email info@newtonpac.org go to the website: www.newtonpac.org.

“Anxiety and Your Child”

Free Parenting Group Enrolling Now

What Parents of School-Age Children Need to Know About Bullying

Parent Management Training

Events

‘Food and Wine for the Soul — Technology for the Schools’

Join special guests Mayor Setti Warren and Shelley Chamberlain, Newton Public Schools Director of Information Technology for a night of fabulous food and wine pairings and an impressive demonstration of new 21st century technology currently being used in our schools. At the Charles River Country Club, Friday April 30th 7-9pm. Ticket/donation: $75 per person, 100% tax deductible. Bring family and friends! All proceeds support the Newton Schools Foundation’s campaign to outfit every NPS classroom with 21st century tools in support of Newton’s strategic goal of 21st century teaching and learning. Purchase tickets at http://www.newtonschoolsfoundation.org/news%20and%20events/2010/wineforsoul_dinner.html. More info at www.newtonschoolsfoundation.org or contact Tori Filler at tori_filler@newton.k12.ma.us or 617-559-6120.

Bringing Down the House: June 4-6 at Newton North

We are looking for volunteers to help plan and execute the commemoration. Please email klgrannan@northptso.org or phone 925-324-4519 for more information on the event or how to get involved.

24th Annual Newton METCO Community Scholarship Celebration

The 26th Annual Book and Author Luncheon sponsored by The Friends of the Newton Free Library

FAMILY FUN and COMMUNITY YARD SALE

Ice cream, face painting, children’s entertainment and more! Featuring ‘Davey the Clown’ and his magic, juggling, musical act – fun for all ages! Bowen Cooperative Nursery School in Newtonville (96 Otis Street off Lowell Avenue) is hosting its annual Family Day and Yard Sale on Saturday, May 1 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Join us for this fun-filled community fundraising event –fun, entertainment and tons of bargains. Dozens of families will be contributing to this yard sale – don’t miss out!

Shakespeare’s Comedy of Errors

Talent Show for Haiti

Zervas Spring Fair

Zervas Elementary School invites you to the newly expanded Zervas Spring Fair. Indoor games, outdoor rides, food, fun, prizes galore! Come one; come all on Sunday, May 2, 2010, 11:00am – 4:00pm. Zervas Gymnasium and Back Yard at 30 Beethoven Ave (Beacon and Beethoven) in Waban. Free admission. Contact pto@zervaspto.org with any questions.

‘Mother’s Day Walk for Peace’ reaches out to Newton with a Visit by its Founder

Calling all Kids to participate in the 5th Annual Pan Mass Challenge

ROOTS IN OUR HISTORY—THE 2010 NEWTON HISTORY SERIES

Plant Exchange

Newton-Brookline Relay for Life Fundraiser for the American Cancer Society.

Go to a Red Sox game and help Newton Kids

The Hyde Community Center has purchased group tickets for two Red Sox games at Fenway Park this summer, Thursday June 17th at 7:10pm vs Arizona Diamondbacks, and Wednesday September 22nd at 7:10pm vs Baltimore Orioles. The seats are in the Right Field Terrace section. Half of the game tickets are Bar Stool seats and half are Standing Room. The seats, both bar stool and standing, are together in one private area. This will facilitate groups of friends and neighbors who want to mingle and chat while they watch the game. Also parents of kids who don’t want to sit still for the entire game might like this arrangement. The bar stool tickets are $55 each and the standing tickets are $35 each. Each ticket price includes a $5 donation to the ‘Highlands After School Program Scholarship fund’. This fund allows Newton Highlands Middle Schoolers whose families have financial need to attend this wonderful program. Please email John Rice at director@hydecenter.org or call him at 617-527-4933 if you are interested in purchasing tickets.

Summer Camps

NCSC Summer Day Camp at Hale Reservation (Grades 1 – 8)

Club Invention!

Newton Track and Field Camp

Newton Cultural Center Summer Programs for Children

Art and Music programs for children, with and without a caregiver for the summer at the Newton Cultural Center, 225 Nevada Street, Newton // June Time for Families: Twice a week, Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:30 – 11:15 am, June 1,3,8,10. Leading up to “Time for Partners”. Art each day with Kim, Jacques or Mary Bruno and music with David Polansky. $85. Call 617-527-8283 to register, or visit www.newtonculturalcenter.org for more information. // Time for Partners: For children ages 18 months – 4 years with an adult Choose Mondays – Thursdays, 9:30 – 11:15 am June 28 – August 5. Music and art every day. Mondays – $100, Tuesdays – Thursdays – $120. Call 617-527-8283 to register, or visit www.newtonculturalcenter.org. for more information // Summer Swing A drop-off program for children ages 3 – 6 // June 28 – August 5, 9 am – noon 2, 3 and 4-day options available. One hour lunch bunch available $10 per day. Art, music and creative movement program with different themes each week. 2 – day: $465, 3 – day: $665, 4 – day: $865. Call 617-527-8283 to register, or visit www.newtonculturalcenter.org for more information

Joanne Langione Dance Center

MATH SUMMER

Classifieds

PIZZA PARTY at the Highlands After-School Program on Friday, April 30^th at 6:00 PM. for 5^th graders and their parents. This is a fantastic chance to visit the program and meet the staff. Located in the heart of Newton Highlands at 20 Hartford Street, we offer great after-school activities for middle school kids attending Brown and Oak Hill with transportation provided daily. We have limited opening for the 2010-2011 school year. Join us for pizza (or arrange your own time to visit the program). R.S.V.P highlandsafterschool@gmail.com or call 617-999-4617 or just drop by!

Spring into Tennis! Registration is open for the Spring 2010 Tennis program. Clinics are available for kids and adults of all ages and levels. Classes are offered a.m. and p.m., weekdays and/or weekends. Some clinics begin the end of April and others, the beginning of May. For more information and to download a registration form, please visit us at www.newtontennis.com. Questions? Email newtontennis@earthlink.net

Underwood Kindergartner Mom wants You in Her Focus Group. Incentives offered: Participate in a fun focus group and earn a $25 VISA gift card and be entered to win dinner at Skipjacks and movie tickets for 2. Give feedback on a new business venture aimed at connecting parents to one another online, founded by a Newton mom. Meet other parents. Pick a date convenient for you, May 3, 6, 7, 12 or 13 from 7-8:30pm. Refreshments provided. Not church related, but held in the Parlor of the Eliot Church in Newton Corner, 474 Centre Steet. For more info or to sign up, contact Amy McPherson amymcp@verizon.net.

Community Listings for April 11

Doug Cornelius — Sun, 11 Apr 2010 21:55:21 +0000

Bringing Down the House: June 4-6 at Newton North

We are looking for volunteers to help plan and execute the commemoration. Please email klgrannan@northptso.org or phone 925-324-4519 for more information on the event or how to get involved.

Mason-Rice’s 50th Birthday

Kindergarten Soccer Spring 2010

All children entering kindergarten or first grade in Newton in the fall of 2010 are invited to join the program which has been introducing children to soccer since 1993. The program is co-ed and focuses on fun while developing confidence as children learn the basics of the game. Teams are typically organized by elementary school so this is a great opportunity to meet other families from your school and give your child a chance to make friends before starting kindergarten. Kindergarten Soccer will meet on 8 Saturday mornings, April 24 – June 19 (except 5/29) at Richardson Field. Kindergartners will play from 9:15 to 10:15, and pre-kindergartners will play from 10:45 to 11:45. Kindergarten Soccer is run by parent volunteers and we need parents to help as coaches and assistant coaches. No previous knowledge of soccer is required. The fee for Kindergarten Soccer is $60. (Financial assistance is available and is confidential). Your child will receive a team t-shirt, as well as a medal or trophy at the end of the program. Every child must bring a size 3 soccer ball and wear shin guards each week. The deadline to submit your registration is March 31, 2010. Enrollment is limited and handled on a first come first serve basis. You will be contacted by a coach the week prior to the first session. Please register now and tell your pre-school friends too! www.kindergartensoccer.org

18th Annual Newton Heartbreak Hill Youth Race

Sunday, April 18th, noon – 3 pm.
The race is one mile, up and down Heartbreak Hill. Pre-registration required.
Youths (9 – 18) $10, Adults (19 – 90) $12, Wheelchair athletes $10, Family walk $10. First 500
registrants receive free t- shirt. All registrants receive a race medallion, seedling tree and a free ticket to
pre-race pasta/pizza party on Saturday, April 17th, 5:30 pm at Newton City Hall. Sports celebrity
appearances include photo-ops with “Pat” the N.E. England Patriots Mascot, and face painting by the N.E.
Revolution cheerleaders! Call 617-527-8283 for more info, or register at www.newtoncivicpride.org

Parenting

Ages and Stages: Healthy Social-Emotional Development in School-Age Children

Dr. Craig Murphy, psychologist and social workers, Mary Gartland and Stephanie Baumann will discuss the changes, challenges and concerns that elementary school children face as they grow and develop. This free parenting workshop entitled Ages and Stages: Healthy Social-Emotional Development in School-Age Children, will be held on Wednesday, April 28th from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m in room 210 of the Newton Public School’s Education Center, 100 Walnut St., 02460. No registration is required. Dr. Murphy is the director of the Elementary Counseling Program and a psychologist in the Newton Public Schools. Mary Gartland and Stephanie Baumann have both worked for many years in schools with children and families. They are school social workers and lead the Behavioral and Emotional Support Teams at several Newton elementary schools. Co-sponsored by the Elementary Counseling Program and The Newton Partnership. Call Nancy Holczer, 617.559.9063 with questions. Nancy Holczer, LICSW, Program Director, Newton’s One to One Program and The Newton Partnership, Parent Education and Outreach Specialist

Attention to parents who have a child with ADHD currently in 1^st or 3^rd grade.

The Floating Hospital for Children in cooperation with the Newton Public Schools is delighted to offer again a computer-based attention training systems to children with ADHD throughout 15 Newton Elementary Schools for children next school year in 2^nd and 4^th grades.One system uses EEG biofeedback (or neurofeedback, www.playattention.com) and the other uses a Standard Computer Format (www.braintrain.com) for cognitive training. Both systems are considered clinically equivalent. Private coaching sessions can be very expensive. This intervention does not involve any medication; however, if a child on medication can enroll. This research project is fully funded by a grant from the Federal Department of Education. Students enrolled will not pay for any services received. The project has been discussed and approved by the superintendent’s office of the Newton Public Schools. Enrollment is in April 2010. Interested parents contact Elizabeth Frenette, Enrollment Coordinator, at CATS@tuftsmedicalcenter.org.

Understanding Psychological and Neuropsychological Testing

is the topic of the Newton PAC for Special Education Meeting, Thurs. April 15th at 7:30pm. Speaker: Dr. Joseph Moldover, developmental neuropsychologist specializing in evaluating children, adolescents and young adults will talk about what the tests measure and what the results mean, the concepts and theories behind testing, different types of tests, understanding test results and important questions for parents to ask. Targeted at parents whose children undergo neuropsychological assessment to determine special education needs. Light refreshments and networking begin at 7:15 followed by the presentation. The Ed Center, 100 Walnut Street, Room 210, Newtonville. For more info or to join the online discussion group, email info@newtonpac.or or visit the website: www.newtonpac.org.

Understanding Psychological and Neuropsychological Testing.

Thursday, April 15 at 7:30 pm. Dr. Joseph Moldover will speak on Understanding Psychological and Neuropsychological Testing. What do the tests measure, and what do the results mean? The seminar is particularly intended for parents whose children undergo neuropsychological assessment to determine the presence of special learning needs. Dr. Moldover discusses the concepts and theories behind testing, different types of tests, understanding test results, and important questions to ask when your child participates in testing. Dr. Moldover is a developmental neuropsychologist specializing in the evaluation of children, adolescents and young adults. Light refreshments and networking begin at 7:15 pm, 100 Walnut St, Room 210, Newtonville. For more information about the Newton PAC or to join our online discussion group, please email info@newtonpac.org or visit our website at www.newtonpac.org.

April Vacation Events

BC Soccer School

The BC Lady Eagles Soccer School will be holding their April Vacation clinic for girls ages 6-14 during April 20-23, 9:00am-3:00pm at the BC Newton campus. Come join us for soccer fun and development. Registration may be found at: http://bceagles.cstv.com/camps/bc-w-soccer-camps-april.html.

April Break Rock Star Boot Camp

For details about this event, click the link below: http://www.teenlife.com/events/event_details.asp?id=100308

April Vacation Programs with Newton Community Ed for All Ages

From Babysitting Certification for older kids to programs for elementary and toddler kids: ‘Marble Machine Madness’, ‘Create a TV Show’, ‘Engineering with Legos’ and more. Summer camp offerings for all ages through middle school, as well with lots of new offerings this year. See what Newton Community Ed has to offer at: www.newtoncommunityed.org or call 617-559-6999.

A Step Ahead Basketball April Vacation program.

Location: Mackenzie Center Newton (1337 Centre St)
Age: Boys & Girls 8-15
Dates: April 20 – 23
Time: 9AM – 1PM
For more information please visit www.asahoops.com
or contact Coachb@asahoops.com / 617-909-5990

Events

‘Food and Wine for the Soul — Technology for the Schools’

“25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” Musical

The Newton Country Players proudly presents “THE 25th ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE”, a Tony award winning musical to be performed April 16-17 and 23-24, 2010 at MassBay Community College. Please go to www.ncpspellingbee.org to meet the cast, see previews and buy tickets. 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE is a hilarious tale of overachievers’ angst chronicling the experience of six adolescent outsiders vying for the spelling championship of a lifetime. This show is recommended for audiences age middle school through adult

‘Mother’s Day Walk for Peace’ reaches out to Newton with a Visit by its Founder

Calling all Kids to participate in the 5th Annual Pan Mass Challenge

Suzuki School of Newton Artist Concert Series

April 25, 2010. Carol Wincenc, flute; Ann Hobson Pilot, harp; and Joy Cline Phinney, piano will perform a delightful chamber music program in Newton Centre’s Wilson Chapel on Sunday, April 25 at 3PM. This concert is part of Suzuki School of Newton’s Artist Concert Series, and is made possible by grants from Henschel Community Award of Harvard Musical Association and Mass. Cultural Council organizational support. Ticket prices: adults $16, students and seniors $10, families $50 (for two adults and up to five children). Call us at 617-964-4522 or visit www.SuzukiNewton.org for more information. All proceeds benefit need-based music scholarships.

ROOTS IN OUR HISTORY—THE 2010 NEWTON HISTORY SERIES

Suburban Destiny: Wauwinet, Dairy or Subdivision? Thursday, April 29, 7 pm In 1903, according to the Boston Daily Globe, dairy farms were among “the most profitable agricultural pursuits in Massachusetts.” Wauwinet Dairy, said to be the largest dairy in Massachusetts at that time, was located on the newly laid-out Commonwealth Avenue in the middle of Newton. The proprietor, George Ellis, whose house still stands at the corner of Ellis Road and Commonwealth Avenue, established the farm in 1895 on land that was appreciating in real estate value. The parallel history of planning and construction of Commonwealth Avenue and establishment of Wauwinet Dairy is a curious study of assumptions and choices made, and questions asked in hindsight about the value and best use of land. This lecture will be presented by Susan Abele, Curator of Manuscripts and Photographs for Historic Newton. At the Newton Free Library, 330 Homer Street, Newton. Free.

Newton Serves – Burying Grounds Clean-Up: Sunday April 25^th. Join community members in Newton’s ‘Day of Service’ by cleaning up Newton’s historic Burying Grounds. http://www.ci.newton.ma.us/newtonserves/default.html

Turning Wool into Cloth: A Family Program during April Break – Spring is here and it’s sheep shearing time! Come learn about how nineteenth century farm families harvested wool from sheep to produce fabric for clothing. Try your hand at carding some wool, then weave your own fabric to take home. Wednesday April 21^st at 3pm. Cost: $15/family ($10 for members) includes museum admission, materials and snack. Prepaid registration is recommended. Call 617-796-1450.

Concerts in the Kitchen – Traditional English Musicwith Hannah Sanders and Liz Simmons, Sunday April 11th at 5pm at the Jackson Homestead. Folk musicians drawing from elements of jazz and old time music while still maintaining the authenticity of traditional balladry. Suggested admission donation: $12, $10 for members and those who reserve in advance. $45 family maximum. Reserve via email to notlobmusic@gmail.com.

School Vacation Week Concert for the Younger Set and the Young at Heart

Get ready some sing-along, dance-along, laugh-along family fun in this rockin’ musical journey through classic kids’ tales and original songs with ‘Debbie and Friends’ (www.debbieandfriends.net). Parents and kids join in this interactive ‘variety show’, which includes a wide range of styles including rock, pop, country, reggae and Broadway-esque tunes. You’ll become the Big Bad Wolf and blow the house down, fix Rosie’s wrong rhymes, test your skills with Simon Sez Song and share a special moment wtih your loved ones singing “Love Is a Family.” Thurs. April 22nd, 10:30am at the Hyde Community Center, 90 Lincoln Street, Newton Highlands. $6 in advance, $8 at the door, Free for childen under age 1. Tickets on sale at Learning Express in Newton Centre or by calling 617-527-8539. Proceeds benefit the Newton Children’s Cooperative Nursery School

Summer Camps

NCSC Summer Day Camp at Hale Reservation (Grades 1 – 8)

Club Invention!

Newton Track and Field Camp

For Youth Ages 8-14. A fun, challenging and informative camp. Highly experienced and knowledgable staff. Small camper to staff ratio
Week One: July 5-9
Week Two: July 19-23
Week Three: August 2-6
For more information and to sign up visit: http://newtontrackcamp.weebly.com or email tomdavis@letsrun.com

Newton Cultural Center Summer Programs for Children

Joanne Langione Dance Center

MATH SUMMER

Classifieds

Education Job Opening, Part time: Newton Highlands Congregational Church (a United Church of Christ) is seeking a Director of Children’s & Youth Ministry. This person will provide leadership and teaching for the congregation’s children, including guidance for all aspects of our program. NHCC is a faithful, progressive, Open & Affirming Christian parish, with an active and educated congregation. We seek a collaborative leader who celebrates “hands-on” praxis in a resource-rich community. Up to 22 hours per week; salary commensurate with experience and training. For more information go to www.nhcc.net or contact ce@nhcc.net

Mindful Shopping: A Special Presentation & Book Signing with best-selling Dan Goleman, author of Emotional Intelligence which was on the New York Times Best Seller list for a year and a half. Goleman will be introducing his new book, Ecological Intelligence: The Hidden Impact of What We Buy, which reveals the hidden environmental consequences of what we make and buy and show how new market forces can drive changes essential to helping save our planet. April 28th at 7pm at Oak Hill Middle School. All are welcome. This is part of a 4-part speaker series continuing through May sponsored by Newton Community Education. Tickets for this event are $20 at the door with discounts available for the entire series at www.newtoncommunityed.org or call 617-559-6999.

Seeking Host Family this Summer – Give your family a wonderful cross-cultural experience this summer … and offer a promising young East European the same! Nothing brings the world closer to home than a friendship with someone from abroad. Educational Enrichment for Romanian Children (EERC), a small local non-profit, seeks a host family this summer for EnviSci camper Sergiu D., who will be coming from Romania to attend camp. Sergiu is 15, speaks English well, and comes from a medieval hilltop town in the beautiful Carpathian Mountains of Romania. He attends 8th grade in the nearby city of Brasov, Romania’s “mountain jewel.” Sergiu was selected in a competitive process for his exceptional personal and academic qualities. Intrigued but can’t host for the entire period? A family-share situation may be possible. To find out more, or to apply, please contact Michelle Ciurea at mciurea@eercboston.org or (617) 331-9436. A wonderful opportunity to bring the world closer to home!

Community Listings for March 26

Doug Cornelius — Fri, 26 Mar 2010 12:00:48 +0000

Bringing Down the House: June 4-6 at Newton North

We are looking for volunteers to help plan and execute the commemoration. Please email klgrannan@northptso.org or phone 925-324-4519 for more information on the event or how to get involved.

Mason-Rice’s 50th Birthday

Kindergarten Soccer Spring 2010

18th Annual Newton Heartbreak Hill Youth Race

Parenting

Attention to parents who have a child with ADHD currently in 1^st or 3^rd grade.

Understanding Psychological and Neuropsychological Testing

Understanding Psychological and Neuropsychological Testing.

April Vacation Events

BC Soccer School

April Break Rock Star Boot Camp

For details about this event, click the link below: http://www.teenlife.com/events/event_details.asp?id=100308

April Vacation Programs with Newton Community Ed for All Ages

A Step Ahead Basketball April Vacation program.

Events

‘Food and Wine for the Soul — Technology for the Schools’

4th Annual Winter Dinner Series to benefit programs of The Newton Schools Foundation.

“Tailgate 2010″ on Saturday March 27^th funds technology in the classroom. “4^th Annual Winter Dinner” April 10th raises more funds to keep classrooms technologically up-to-date. “Turkish Delights” Sunday April 11th helps fund The Newton Schools Foundation. Find out more about these great nights out at www.newtonschoolsfoundation.org

FitKids Jamboree at NCSC, West Newton: Saturday, March 27^th.

Parents, looking for a new way to get the wiggles out? Bring your kids ages 2-5 to the FitKids Jamboree. Athletic activities provided by Knucklebones, healthy snack choices provided by Whole Foods Market, and the Lakeshore Learning Art Experience gives kids the ability to create things that reinforce active, healthy lifestyles. Divided into three 2 hour sessions (9-11 a.m., 11:30-1:30 p.m., and 2-4 p.m.). Located at 492 Waltham Street, West Newton. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit www.FitKidsJamboree.com or call 617-935-9856.

Lincoln-Eliot PTO Year of the Tiger Fundraiser

When: Friday, April 9, 7 PM
Where: American Legion Post 440, 295 California Street, Newton, Ma 02458
What: An adults-only evening of sipping cocktails, eating hors d’oeuvres, socializing with other parents, and bidding on great items like restaurant and spa certificates … and much more. Tickets are $10 ($15 at the door).
Why: We need to raise $10,000 to continue excellence in Arts and Sciences for Lincoln-Eliot.
please contact president@lepto.org for tickets or information

“25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” Musical

Newton Children’s Cooperative Nursery School FUNRAISER Concert.

Get ready for some sing-along, dance-along, laugh-along family fun in this rockin’ musical journey through classic kids’ tales and original songs with Debbie and Friends (www.debbieandfriends.net). Parents and kids join in this interactive “variety show”, which includes a diverse array of styles including rock, pop, country, reggae, and Broadway-esque tunes. You’ll become the Big Bad Wolf and blow the house down, fix Rosie’s wrong rhymes, test your skills with the Simon Sez Song, and share a special moment with your loved ones singing “Love Is a Family.” Thursday, April 22, 2010 10:30 a.m. Hyde Community Center, 90 Lincoln Street, Newton Highlands, MA 02461. $6 in advance, $8 at the door – children under 1 free. Tickets available at Learning Express, Newton Centre starting Monday, March 22nd. Ticket info: 617.527.8539

‘Mother’s Day Walk for Peace’ reaches out to Newton with a Visit by its Founder

Turtle Lane Playhouse Newton Youth Talent Show

Turtle Lane Playhouse will have its first ever Youth Talent Show March 27th, 2010. The show is open to students from the Newton area with any kind of performance talent. Finalists will perform on the Turtle Lane stage and the winner will receive a $500 savings bond. NEWTON YOUTH ONLY! Ages 8 to 18. Perform live on our professional stage.Top Prize includes a $500 Savings bond.Professional Judges. If you have a talent and would like to participate you must have your parent or guardian fill out an Application at http://www.turtlelane.org/talentshow.html or call 617 244 0169.
Auditions March 18 & 19 5:00-9:00PM
Semi Finals March 20 at 2:00 and 7:00PM
Finals Rehearsal Saturday March 27, 12:00PM
FINALS SATURDAY MARCH 27, 7:00 PM

Spontaneous Generation

Presented by Theatre Ink and student directed by Mercer Gary and Graham Techler. In a world where fear rules and all hope is lost, there is only one improvisational troupe the planet can depend on: SPONTANEOUS GENERATION! It’s back and it’s better than ever. Spontaneous Generation is Newton North High School’s only improv troupe and stuffed to the brim with chuckles, giggles, and snorts. Spon. Gen. performs at Newton North and at improv clubs around the Boston area. So call the neighbors because Spon. Gen. is back. April 7th, 8th, 9th & 10th at 7:30. Little Theatre at NNHS, 360 Lowell Avenue, Newtonville. Tickets $5 at www.theatreink.net or 617-559-6406.

Calling all Kids to participate in the 5th Annual Pan Mass Challenge

Suzuki School of Newton Artist Concert Series

Family Concert at Symphony Hall

The Boston Symphony Orchestra in collaboration with the Boston Youth Symphony Orchestra presents ”Music and Magic” Saturday, March 27th at Noon. Featuring the ‘Young People’s String Orchestra’ and members of the ‘Intensive Community Program’. Kids under 18 are free with adults paying $20. Up to four children per adult. Additional children $10. More information and tickets at www.bso.org or call 617-266-1200.

Summer Camps

NCSC Summer Day Camp at Hale Reservation (Grades 1 – 8)

Club Invention!

July 12-16 & July 19-23 NSHS. Club Invention focuses on projects that enhance creativity, teamwork, and inventive-thinking skills. Children entering grades 1-6 participate in 5 project modules promoting science, math, history, and the arts through creative problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Newton teachers lead the curricula and Judi Fitts, a Cabot 4^th grade teacher, returns as director. Register for one or both weeks: July 12-16 and/or July 19-23. Newton South High School, 9-3:30. Extended day program available. $275 includes all materials and a T-shirt. For more info or to register, contact Newton Community Ed at www.newtoncommunityed.org or call 617-559-6999.

JCC Kaleidoscope Creative Arts + Science Camp Open House

Sunday March 28, 2-4pm Leventhal-Sidman JCC, 333 Nahanton Street. Meet the director, tour the facilities and learn about this day camp for boys and girls K-8. (CIT program grades 9-11) Camp dates June 28-August 20. www.kaleidoscopecamp.org. Contact: 617-558-6523 or kaleidoscope@jccgb.org

Newton Track and Field Camp

Newton Cultural Center Summer Programs for Children

Art and Music programs for children, with and without a caregiver for the summer at the Newton Cultural Center, 225 Nevada Street, Newton // June Time for Families: Twice a week, Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:30 – 11:15 am, June 1,3,8,10. Leading up to “Time for Partners”. Art each day with Kim, Jacques or Mary Bruno and music with David Polansky. $85. Call 617-527-8283 to register, or visit www.newtonculturalcenter.org for more information. // Time for Partners: For children ages 18 months – 4 years with an adult Choose Mondays – Thursdays, 9:30 – 11:15 am June 28 – August 5. Music and art every day. Mondays – $100, Tuesdays – Thursdays – $120. Call 617-527-8283 to register, or visit www.newtonculturalcenter.org. for more information // Summer Swing A drop-off program for children ages 3 – 6 // June 28 – August 5, 9 am – noon 2, 3 and 4-day options available. One hour lunch bunch available $10 per day. Art, music and creative movement program with different themes each week. 2 – day: $465, 3 – day: $665, 4 – day: $865. Call 617-527-8283 to register, or visit www.newtonculturalcenter.org for more information

Joanne Langione Dance Center

Registration has begun for 2010 Summerdance programs. Playdance (ages 2-5) has class offerings every morning 10-11:30 am. The Full Day Dance Program (ages 6-14) runs July 5th- August 13^th from 9-5 pm. Students may register for any number of weeks. Summerdance Intensives (ages 9-12, 13-18) for Intermediate/Advanced students run throughout the summer. info@jldancecenter.com * 617-969-8724 * www.jldancecenter.com

Classifieds

All That Jazz Dance Studio is pleased to announce our next Free Fairy Princess Tea Party! Sunday, April 11th from 2:00-3:30 at All That Jazz Dance Studio 232 California St. Newton, MA 02458. Come dressed as your favorite Fairy or Princess and be prepared to Dine and Dance the afternoon away! Also, please come see the All That Jazz Dancers at Kids FunFest at Newton City Hall on Sunday, May 2nd- Free Performances at 11:30 and 2:30 and Booth open from 10:00-5:00 and at the Atrium Mall on Sunday, May 16th- Free Performances at 12:30 and 2:00.

Two Newton South Juniors have started a new DJ company specializing in Bar and Bat-Mitzvahs, Birthday and Sweet 16 Parties, Graduation Events, Family Functions, Holiday Parties and School Dances. The M&A DJ Company will bring to you a successful dance party or background music for any type of event. High quality professional equipment and an array of enjoyable music for all occasions. Prices start at $300 per function. For booking information, contact Alex at vwlyon@verizon.net or 617-866-3871.

Education Job Opening, Part time: Newton Highlands Congregational Church (a United Church of Christ) is seeking a Director of Children’s & Youth Ministry. This person will provide leadership and teaching for the congregation’s children, including guidance for all aspects of our program. NHCC is a faithful, progressive, Open & Affirming Christian parish, with an active and educated congregation. We seek a collaborative leader who celebrates “hands-on” praxis in a resource-rich community. Up to 22 hours per week; salary commensurate with experience and training. For more information go to www.nhcc.net or contact ce@nhcc.net

Mindful Shopping: A Special Presentation & Book Signing with best-selling Dan Goleman, author of Emotional Intelligence which was on the New York Times Best Seller list for a year and a half. Goleman will be introducing his new book, Ecological Intelligence: The Hidden Impact of What We Buy, which reveals the hidden environmental consequences of what we make and buy and show how new market forces can drive changes essential to helping save our planet. April 28th at 7pm at Oak Hill Middle School. All are welcome. This is part of a 4-part speaker series continuing through May sponsored by Newton Community Education. Tickets for this event are $20 at the door with discounts available for the entire series at www.newtoncommunityed.org or call 617-559-6999.

Please join Burr Cooperative Nursery School for our spring Play Date & Open House, where parents and children can meet our teachers, talk to current families, and enjoy a craft and a snack! We are now enrolling for the 2010-2011 school year. Wednesday, April 7, 3:00 – 5:00p.m 64 Hancock Street, Newton, MA 02466. www.burrcoop.org

Blood Drive Donors Needed: A Red Cross Blood Drive is to be held Wednesday April 7th 8am to 1pm in the Newton North High School Auditorium. Parents welcome. Students can participate too. Must be at least 17 years old, 110 pounds and in good health. Students who are 16 may also donate if they complete the parental permission form. To sign up or obtain a permission form, have your student see Ms. Reynolds (Math Dept, office 230A). Volunteers are also needed to help during he day at the registration table and the canteen.

“Greek Mythology“, part of the “Children’s Book Reading Series – Books of the World”, Saturday March 27th at 3pm. This free series explores books from various regions of the world. Children will enjoy samples of desserts from the featured region. This week that region is Greece, with story books based on ancient Greek mythology. For questions or to sign up, email customerservice@queenbeegirls.com or call 617-630-0006. Include your name, and the names and ages of the children who will be attending.

A few spaces have opened up in both classrooms of the Newton South Preschool Program for the 2010-2011 school year. We are a Child Development Lab School based in the Family and Consumer Sciences Dept. at Newton South High School. We provide a rich and nurturing learning environment that is focused on supporting each child’s individual interests and learning styles within a developmental play curriculum. Our aim is to encourage children to acquire competence and self-confidence as they explore a wide variety of experiences and interact with our dedicated teaching staff. A full “school day” tuition option or a four-hour “half-day” tuition option is available. The preschool one classroom serves children two years, nine months by September 1, and the preschool two classroom serves children three years, nine months by September 1. The curriculum follows the NAEYC and MA. DOE guidelines and standards for quality early childhood education programs. We follow the Newton Public Schools calendar, opening on September 1, 2010 for the upcoming school year. All interested families should contact Melissa Hammel, Director, by emailing, Melissa_Hammel@newton.k12.ma.us.

Community Listings for March 19

Doug Cornelius — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 12:00:05 +0000

Bringing Down the House: June 4-6 at Newton North

We are looking for volunteers to help plan and execute the commemoration. Please email klgrannan@northptso.org or phone 925-324-4519 for more information on the event or how to get involved.

Mason-Rice’s 50th Birthday

Kindergarten Soccer Spring 2010

Parenting

Attention to parents who have a child with ADHD currently in 1^st or 3^rd grade.

Learning Disabilities: What We Know…How We Can Help

Presented by Dr. David Urion, a nationally renowned expert on learning disabilities. Dr. Urion will discuss the biological basis for learning disabilities and provide an in-depth discussion of how to identify learning disabilities in children. He will review the latest neurobiology research and what treatments are shown to be the most effective. Parents attending this free presentation will gain a better understanding of why children sometimes struggle in school. Dr. Urion, M.D., is Director, Learning Disabilties/Behavioral Neurology Program, and Director of Education, Department of Neurology, Children’s Hospital Boston, Associate Professor of Neurology, Harvard Medical School. Thursday March 18 from 7-9pm at the Williams Elementary School, 141 Grove Street. Questions: 617-559-9063 or Nancy_Holczer@newton.k12.ma.us

Strategies to Help Prevent and Intervene with Cyberbullying

Saturday, March 20 8:30 A.M.-1:00 P.M. at Brown Middle School. A half day parent conference, with a keynote presentation by Dr. Elizabeth Englander, Founder and Director of the Massachusetts Aggression Reduction Center (MARC), as well as Technology and “How To” Clinics, workshops on adolescents and cell phones, special issues of technology and children with special needs, and more. RSVP not required.

April Vacation Events

BC Soccer School

April Break Rock Star Boot Camp

For details about this event, click the link below: http://www.teenlife.com/events/event_details.asp?id=100308

April Vacation Programs with Newton Community Ed for All Ages

Events

Bike Newton Meeting

Featuring Bicycle safety for kids and bike-friendly city-wide projects: Sunday, March 21^st 2-5pm at the Newton Cultural Center, 225 Nevada Street. Free event featuring displays about “Bike Newton’s” projects and discussions regarding the recently submitted application for Newton to be designated a ‘Bicycle-Friendly Community’ by the League of American Bicyclists. Newton’s mayor and several Aldermen are expected to attend. A SmartCycling clinic for youth (all ages) will be held. It’s a great way to teach safety while having fun. RSVP to bikenewton@gmail.com or 617-527-1237. To register for the clinic: sheinr4143@aol.com.

18th Annual newton Heartbreak Hill Youth Race

Historic Newton Events

WHAT WOMEN WORE: A FAMILY PROGRAM
What did women wear in the 1800s in New England? How was the clothing different or similar to what they wear today? Get an exclusive view of historic dresses selected from the museum’s collection in this hands-on program for all ages. Look at styles of the time and consider how women’s day-to-day lives would have been impacted by their clothes. Complete the afternoon by designing your own fashions for a 19th-century paper doll.
Cost: $15 per family ($10 for members); includes museum admission, materials, and snack.
Prepaid registration is recommended: call 617.796.1450

ENCOUNTERING SLAVERY AND RACE IN NEW ENGLAND LECTURE SERIES
Monday, March 22, 7 pm
Myrtle Baptist Church, 21 Curve Street, West Newton
State Representative and Historian Byron Rushing will reflect on the first two centuries of Africans in New England by comparing the origin story of Africans in the Massachusetts Bay colony recorded in Winthrop’s
journal with the visit of South Carolinian John Rutledge’s enslaved servant to Boston in 1803.
Funded by the Foundation for Racial, Ethnic, & Religious Harmony, this free event will be held at Myrtle Baptist Church, 21 Curve Street in West Newton.

ROOTS IN OUR HISTORY: THE 2010 NEWTON HISTORY SERIES
Thursday, March 25, 7 pm
Newton Free Library, Homer Street, Newton
Newton’s Only Working Farm: The Historic Newton Angino Community Farm and Sustainable Local Food
The 2.25-acre homestead on the corner of Winchester and Nahanton Streets was a family farm for 300 years, garnering its name from the Angino family that worked and lived there from 1917-2005. Now owned by the city and operated by the non-profit Newton Community Farm, Inc., the farm preserves a valuable cultural and historical landscape and serves as a model for sustainable agriculture in our community. Join Newton Community Farm board member and landscape designer Ted Chapman for a talk about what this special piece of land can tell us about the history of Newton and the vital role of farming in our lives.

FitKids Jamboree at NCSC, West Newton: Saturday, March 27^th.

Lincoln-Eliot PTO Year of the Tiger Fundraiser

“25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” Musical

Newton Children’s Cooperative Nursery School FUNRAISER Concert.

Early Release Movie Day March 18^th,at the West Newton Cinema

1296 Washington Street Pizza at 1pm. Movie from 1:30-3pm Alvin and the Chipmunks, the Squeakquel Seating is limited, so RSVP as soon as possible. For more information, please email Becky Manley at becky@calare.com. $10 per ticket, $15 includes pizza and drink. You will receive an email confirmation. A list of attendees will be at the door.

‘Mother’s Day Walk for Peace’ reaches out to Newton with a Visit by its Founder

Turtle Lane Playhouse Newton Youth Talent Show

Spontaneous Generation

presented by Theatre Ink and student directed by Mercer Gary and Graham Techler. In a world where fear rules and all hope is lost, there is only one improvisational troupe the planet can depend on: SPONTANEOUS GENERATION! It’s back and it’s better than ever. Spontaneous Generation is Newton North High School’s only improv troupe and stuffed to the brim with chuckles, giggles, and snorts. Spon. Gen. performs at Newton North and at improv clubs around the Boston area. So call the neighbors because Spon. Gen. is back. April 7th, 8th, 9th & 10th at 7:30. Little Theatre at NNHS, 360 Lowell Avenue, Newtonville. Tickets $5 at www.theatreink.net or 617-559-6406.

Summer Camps

NCSC Summer Day Camp at Hale Reservation (Grades 1 – 8)

Club Invention!

JCC Kaleidoscope Creative Arts + Science Camp Open House

Newton Track and Field Camp

Classifieds

ActiveMinds Tutoring, LLC: Your source for in-home tutoring. Effective, Personalized and Convenient. All grades/all subjects, including test preparation (MCAS, SSAT, ISEE, SAT…). Sign your child up for academic success and receive a free lesson! Call: (617) 663-5700 during business hours, or (617) 227-2225 Eve/Wknds. Please visit our web site at www.activemindstutoring.com