An invitation to a wonderful evening of world class food and drink! Robert Dandliker, a freshman at South will be hosting a pop up dinner at Cuisine en Locale in Somerville on April 26th at 5:30 pm.

Included in a ticket will be a six course prix fixe menu featuring local spring meats and vegetables. On the night of the dinner, if it strikes your fancy, there is a wine paring with selections chosen by certified sommelier, Anne Thompson, a former colleague of Robert’s from Craigie on Main. This is a prime opportunity for a night out with the family or maybe to have some time away from the kids. Either way, gear up for an amazing, fun filled, evening!

See the flyer here: Flyer and purchase your tickets at the following link:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/once-with-bobby-dandliker-tickets-16365623019?show_onboarding=1&internal_ref=login.

Join the 3rd Annual NEDA (National Eating Disorders Association) Walk Hosted by MEDA on April 26th at Newton North High School. To register and for more information on the walk, please go to www.nedawalk.org/boston2015. Contact Colleen Marfione at cm*******@*****nc.org with any questions.

In the United States, 30 million men and women will suffer from a clinically significant eating disorder during their lifetime. The Boston NEDA Walk hosted by MEDA (Multi-Service Eating Disorders Association) will raise funds and awareness in the fight against eating disorders. This one-mile walk is a way for all of us to celebrate recovery as well as the journey towards recovery.

MEDA is a Newton based nonprofit organization that provides education about eating disorders to the general public and clinical services to support individuals and families that are struggling with an eating disorder. For more information about MEDA, please go to www.medainc.org.

Family DanceFEST – An evening of fun for the whole family, under the big tent and on the lawns of Newton City Hall. Pick up dinner from the Festival Food Trucks, join in the interactive games and dance party organized by Siagel Productions and The Dance Academy. Dress to move and be ready to dance with friends and family to today’s top musical favorites. Don’t miss the special appearance by The Dominoes with Abigail Matthews. Tickets: $10 or $25 for family of 4.

Check the website www.newtoncommunitypride.org/festival for the month of exciting cultural events throughout Newton in May: 55 events in 31 days!

May 8th : 6:00 – 9:00 pm
Under the Big Tent
Newton City Hall Grounds
1000 Commonwealth Avenue

Newton Festival of the Arts – Outdoor Folk Festival with Folk Music, Food Trucks, Juried Craft Show, Activities for Kids, Fun for the Whole Family!

Bring the family, pick up a picnic from the great assortment of food trucks, sit under the huge festival tent and enjoy an afternoon of Newton’s “Homegrown” talent featuring folk, bluegrass, acoustic guitar, Irish traditional, Americana and a little rock & roll.  Chairs Barbara Cassidy and Eric Chasalow have put together a terrific line-up of performers, including Newton Family Singers; Rotary Club Newton’s Got Talent Winners; Birch Hill Ramblers; Highland Glee Club; Constellations; Loose Change; George Attisano; Sean Smith & Friends; Mostly Newton, The Dominoes and Crowes Pasture.

Tickets are $10 adults/$5 seniors & students at www.newtoncommunitypride.org/festival

May 9th, 1:00 – 5:30pm
Under the Big Tent
Newton City Hall Grounds, 1000 Commonwealth Avenue

Family Fun Night – April 14th
Bring the whole family to the Y on Tuesday, April 14th from 6:00-8:00 pm for an Aquatics-themed Family Fun Night. This event is free and open to the public. Our Aquatics staff will demonstrate life jacket safety, and engage children in a game of noodle tag and fishy-fishy-cross-my-ocean.

SAVE THE DATE: Healthy Kids Day – Saturday, May 2nd
Healthy Kids Day® is an annual Spring event at the Y – free and open to all – featuring fun active play AND educational activities that will inspire kids to carry a spirit of excitement and exploration into summer. Bring the whole family and come dressed to play!

· Curious Creatures petting zoo
· Bike Helmet fitting and giveaway from Farina’s Bicycle Center
· Newton Fire Department touch a truck
· Elroy the Elk (promotes drug prevention/awareness)
· Kid’s ID
· Music, games and snacks
· Skate Park Demo
· Gaga pit

Lifeguards and Swim Instructors Needed
The West Suburban YMCA’s Aquatics Department is looking to hire lifeguards, swim instructors, and swim coaches. If you are interested, please contact Amanda Pierce at am*****@**************ca.org.

Financial Assistance is always available for Y Memberships and Programs
The West Suburban YMCA is a non-profit charitable organization and it is our mission to never turn anyone away due to their inability to pay. Please contact our Membership Department at 617-244-6050 x 3653 for financial assistance on any of these programs.