Category Archives: Community Notes

Theatre Ink presents “Blood Relations,” May 22-25

Posted on May 19, 2013 by Newton PTO Council in Community Notes, Events for , |

Newton North’s award-winning theatre program, Theatre Ink, presents “Blood Relations” by Sharon Pollock.

May 22-25 at 7:30pm
Little Theatre at Newton North High School, 457 Walnut St Newtonville
Tickets: $7 — available online

“Blood Relations” is a psychological thriller that follows the story of Lizzie Borden, an 1890′s spinster convicted of murdering her parents. Watching the action through Lizzie’s eyes you may begin to question whether the dreamy visions of this psychopathic killer are reality or hallucination. Directed by Sam Raby and Anna Nemetz.

 

 

Honor a Teacher with donation to Newton Schools Foundation

Posted on May 19, 2013 by Newton PTO Council in Advertisements, Community Notes, Education/Enrichment for , , |

Every day, your child benefits from the exceptional Newton teachers and staff who motivate, educate, and inspire them to be the best they can be. Please support their efforts and honor their dedication to our children by donating to the 16th Annual “Honor Thy Teacher” Campaign of the Newton Schools Foundation. The Newton Schools Foundation supports teaching, learning and innovation in the Newton Public Schools.

The suggested donation is $25 per teacher or staff member. Donations are tax-deductible. There are several ways to donate:

· By check – Made out to “Newton Schools Foundation” and mailed, along with a note containing the name and school of the teacher(s) to be honored, to: 
Newton Schools Foundation, 100 Walnut Street, Newton, MA 02460

· By credit card – Phone the NSF office at 617-559-6120

· Online – Go to the NSF website, click the “Honor Thy Teacher” button and follow the instructions

We will notify staff and teachers of donations in their honor and publish their names in the Newton Tab in the fall. Donating to Honor Thy Teacher is the perfect way recognize Newton’s wonderful educators while supporting our schools.

 

Poems, Prayers, & Songs for Peace + Unity, May 20

Posted on May 19, 2013 by Newton PTO Council in Community Notes, Events for , , |

Poems, Prayers, and Songs for Peace and Unity: An Interfaith Call for Healing and Peace in our World

In honor of the victims and survivors of the Boston Marathon bombings. Donations to the One Fund for the victims will be accepted.

Come join others from many faiths to share your hopes, wishes, and dreams for peace in our world and unity among our human family. Bring a poem, prayer or song to share or just come to listen and be with others who share a similar interest in peace and unity.

All ages are welcome. An art table will be available for anyone who wishes to draw or create something. Light healthy refreshments will be served at the close of the program.

Newton Free Library, Druker Auditorium
Monday, May 20th
3:45-5:00pm

Sponsored by the Newton Bahá’í Community and the Peacemakers Class of Newton

Fashion Show to Benefit Boys & Girls Club, May 22

Posted on May 19, 2013 by Newton PTO Council in Advertisements, Community Notes, Events for , , |

The John M. Barry Boys & Girls Club will host its 16th Annual Fashion Show,
BOLD and Beautiful, on Wednesday, May 22, at Karoun Restaurant in Newton.

Featuring fashions and accessories from some of Newton’s most original shops, including Brussels Sprouts, Folklorica, Stash and CERI|COMO, this stylish affair will focus on individual style, with a particular eye toward wear-ability for women of many different shapes, sizes, ages and tastes.

This year, we are asking guests to, “Find yourself on the runway,” – whether by seeing a new look or possibly modeling one! Guests will also enjoy the colorful décor and sizzling Middle Eastern cuisine at Karoun. Once again, there will be an array of must-have baskets for raffle, an exciting BLING prize, and all that swag!

Tickets are $75 each and include dinner and table seating. Table sizes will vary and can be reserved by contacting the club’s Events Coordinator by phone at (617) 630-2066 or by email. 

End-of-May Offerings from Historic Newton

Posted on May 19, 2013 by Newton PTO Council in Community Notes, Education/Enrichment, Events for , , |

Historic Newton offers the following special programs and events during the month of May:

Thursday, May 23, 7:30 PM
HISTORY BOOK CLUB MEETING
This month’s book selection is Choosing War: The Lost Chance for Peace and the Escalation of War in Vietnam by Fredrik Logevall. Recognized as a major work and a touchstone for any future discussion of the origins of America’s military escalation in Vietnam, the book exploits a wide array of new sources to explore America’s Vietnam policy. Well written and accessible, it cogently and systematically undermines the argument that America’s military escalation in Vietnam was in any way inevitable or necessary. The book club is free and open to all, new members are welcome.

In addition, current exhibitions include:

Confronting Our Legacy: Slavery and Antislavery in the North: a three-dimensional learning center with hands-on activities and information about colonial slavery, the Underground Railroad, and local abolitionists.

An Architect Ahead of Her Time: Annie Cobb (1830-1911): Arguably the first woman architect in America, Cobb succeeded in fashioning a career for herself in the male world of building in a time when women’s work was mainly limited to the home.

Newton and the Civil War: showcasing Newton residents in the Civil War. Also be sure to visit our new Women’s Fashions of the Civil War Era exhibit.

 

Register for Newton SouthEast Little League’s Summer Season

Posted on May 18, 2013 by Newton PTO Council in Community Notes, Sports, Summer for , |

Following the tremendous success of the Sandlot program last year, Newton South East Little League is pleased to announce registration for the Summer 2013 Sandlot Program for eligible 9-12 year olds.

Instead of forming teams with set rosters and coaching staffs. NSELL conducts “Sandlot Baseball Nights” on two weeknights per week from the last week of June through the middle of August. The league provides shirts, hats, umpires, coaches and other game-related logistics. The objective is to give everyone a chance to have fun playing competitive baseball in a well organized environment.

The cost is $75 and limited to 75 participants on a first come, first serve basis. Please visit  the NSELL website for more details and to register.

 

Too Busy to Cook? Personal Chef Services Available

Posted on May 18, 2013 by Newton PTO Council in Advertisements, Community Notes for , , |

Too Busy to Cook is a one-woman personal chef service based in Newton. Hiring a personal chef is so much easier than you think!

Learn more at the Too Busy to Cook website or contact owner Eileen Rielly for more information.

Martial Arts Demonstration & Fundraiser, June 16

Posted on May 18, 2013 by Newton PTO Council in Community Notes, Events, Sports for , , |

Calvin Chin’s Martial Arts Academy is holding its 2013 Open House on Sunday, June 16,  and selling tickets to benefit the Helen Gee Chin Scholarship Foundation, a 501(c)(3) charity.

The event will include lion dance, dragon dance, kung fu and tai chi demonstrations, and Chinese choreographed dance.

Sunday, June 16, 2013 1:00-3:00pm
Newton North High School (NNHS) Lasker Auditorium
Tickets are $20 and can be purchased online.

Helen Gee Chin was the administrator at CCMAA for 15 years and a proponent of preserving the history and promoting the practice of traditional Chinese martial arts. The Foundation is a tribute to her life’s passion. The Foundation awards college scholarships to encourage academic achievement and motivate individuals to become serious martial artists. Last year, the Foundation awarded more than $10,000 in scholarships.

To buy tickets or to learn more about the Foundation, please go to www.hgcscholarshipfoundation.org

Half-price camp days at Newton Sewing Studio

Posted on May 18, 2013 by Newton PTO Council in Advertisements, Community Notes, Summer for , |

If you plan to send your child to Newton Sewing Studio this summer, why not get a great deal by buying camp days in advance?! Act now because this 50% off sale ends May 31.

Full Day 9am – 5pm Regular price $100 — on sale now $50
Full Week (morning) 9am – 1pm Regular price $250 — on sale now $125
Full Week (afternoon) 1pm – 5pm Regular price $250 — on sale now $125
Full Week 9am – 5pm Regular price $425 — on sale now $212

All discount camp days must be purchased before May 31. Camp days purchased after May 31st will be at regular prices.

Call 617-213-0344 or email Newton Sewing Studio with any questions. Feel free to pass this invitation along.

New music school

Posted on May 15, 2013 by Newton PTO Council in Advertisements, Community Notes, Education/Enrichment for , , |

Announcing the grand opening of the Maestro Musicians Academy at the Young Israel of Brookline in Coolidge Corner. Expert lessons in violin, viola, and cello. Perfect for children ages 4 and up.

Stellar faculty with emphasis on developing the potential of every unique student. Sign up for one week of our introductory sessions from 4:00-5:30 p.m. on June 24th-30th, July 22nd-28th, and August 19th- 25th.

Contact Artistic Director Daniel Broniatowski,  D.M.A. at 857-756-5230 or view the website. Parent tested, child approved!