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Think Big! STEM Networking Event, Oct. 26, Grades 6-12

Middle- and high-school students are invited to Think Big! at the the Newton Free Library on  Saturday, October 26, 2PM-4PM, to meet local STEM professionals and talk informally (over ice cream from Cabots!) about challenges, satisfactions, and career paths in the wide range of STEM fields. It’s free and space is limited, so register now. It’s sponsored by the Newton Free Library, NewtonSTEM, and the John M. Barry Boys & Girls Club to celebrate Massachusetts STEM Week. You can see what earlier Think Big! events were like in November 2015, March 2018, and October 2018. For more information, email info@newtonstem.org.

Oct. 26, 2:00 pm
Newton Free Library, Druker Auditorium

Flutist Patsy Sampson seeks to add a few students

Flutist Patricia (Patsy) Sampson is seeking a few students – preferably middle or high school — who are ready for the next level, including ensemble playing. She has taught long-term in Newton (12+ years), performed with the Newton Symphony and Boston-area chamber ensembles, and has trained with the BSO’s Lois Schaefer, Leone Buyse, and freelance flutist William Grass. Patsy relies on a wide repertoire and a range of flute-playing techniques gained from many master classes and training. Joyful references available on request. Call for a free introductory lesson: 617 965-7655.

Kevin Breel featured at Newton’s Third Youth Summit, Feb. 15

Comedian Kevin Breel — a 20-year-old activist working in the area of depression and mental health — will speak at Newton’s third annual Mayor’s Youth Summit, Wednesday, February 5 from 6PM to 9PM at Brown Middle School, 125 Meadowbrook Rd.  The Summit is open to teens, parents, and other community members and will focus on youth/adult communications, difficult conversations, and the results of the first two Summits.  The Mayor’s Youth Summits are sponsored by the Newton Youth Commission, City of Newton Health and Human Services Department, and The Newton Partnership to focus on challenges and solutions facing Newton teens.  See Kevin Breel’s TEDx talk, “Confessions of a Depressed Comic” at his website, www.kevinbreel.com.  Help promote this event by printing out this flyer (PDF).

NewtonSTEM: Science, Technology, Engineering & Math

NewtonSTEM is a free, volunteer-run clearinghouse of information about Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math in Newton. The website highlights opportunities, events, resources, and achievements — for students of all ages in school, after school, on vacation breaks, and in summer. Check out www.NewtonSTEM.org and stay up-to-date by joining the NewtonSTEM email list (emails not more often than weekly).  For more information or to get involved, email info@newtonstem.org.