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College Application Essay Tutor/ Editor/Coach

Professional editor with more than 30 years of experience (editing high school and college English textbooks, academic books and articles, memoirs, and fiction) is available to help high school students write and revise their college application essays.

An expert in grammar, usage, and style, she has helped many professional writers clarify their ideas and improve their writing and has worked with students at Beaver Country Day and Newton South on college application essays and other writing assignments.

A former Newton South parent (2014 and 2008), she knows what high school seniors and their parents are going through! If you’re interested in learning more about the services, please contact Pam at 857-636-0326 or pa********@***il.com.  You can also check out LinkedIn  and the Cambridge Academic Editors Network website.

Chinese School classes

Established in 1978, Newton Cantonese School (NCS) is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization that provides young children of diverse backgrounds with an affordable education from Pre-K to 8th grade of the Chinese Cantonese language and culture through a variety of dedicated programs.

Why attend?
• NCS provides an affordable education of the Chinese culture and language to enable students to strengthen their understanding of the cultural environment.
• NCS is the only school in the area that offers the Cantonese language program.
• The school offers cultural enrichment activities for students in Grade 1 and older; and story time and Chinese songs/sing-alongs for Pre-K and K students.
• The school offers an online resource tool to help enforce learning the language for technology-savvy students.
• Parents can stay in the school during school hours to enjoy the opportunity to network with others in the Chinese community and/or participate in various NCS activities.

Newton Cantonese School is conveniently located at the Bigelow Middle School, 42 Vernon Street. Classes are held on Saturday from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm September to June and enrollment is allowed throughout the school year. For further information, please visit www.newtoncantoneseschool.org or contact Agnes Tam-Lee, Principal, at su*****@*******************ol.org or 617-930-3380.

Free badminton for kids in grades 7-11

Free badminton for kids in grades 7-11 at the Hyde Community Gym, 90 Lincoln St. Newton Highlands on Tuesday evenings from 6:30-8:00 pm and Thursday evenings from 5:30-7:00 pm. Starting October 7th & 9th and continuing through December. Bring friends and join the fun!

Program sponsored by the Newton Partnership and the Hyde Community Gym. For more information call: 617-999-4617.

In time for your holiday card….

Family Photo Fundraiser featuring Tracy Rodriguez Photography and benefiting local charity, Fertility Within Reach. 30 minute photo shoot at half the price to you, while raising tax-deductible donations for Fertility Within Reach (FWR).  High resolution photos, you have full printing rights, photos conveniently located online. Schedule your session between noon and 5:00 pm with Davina Fankhauser, at ad***@******************ch.org.

FWR is a Newton based not-for-profit helping those in need access care to build their family and providing grants so pediatric oncology patients can preserve their fertility prior to cancer treatment. To learn more, please visit www.fertilitywithinreach.org

October 19th, 12:00 – 5:00 pm
Auburndale Community Library

Public hearing on proposed Medical Marijuana dispensary

The public hearing on the proposed Medical Marijuana dispensary will be continued on Tuesday, October 7th at City Hall starting at 7:00 pm in the Aldermanic Chamber. See agenda at the following link:
http://www.newtonma.gov/civicax/filebank/documents/61551/10-07-14LandUseAgenda.pdf

Members of the public may submit comments to the Land Use Committee prior to the meeting by sending an email to the Linda Finucane, Land Use Committee clerk at lf*******@******ma.gov.  The public will also have an opportunity to speak during the public hearing.

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New Online Discussion Group for Newton Highlands

Connect with neighbors, local merchants, elected representatives, and friends in an ongoing dialogue about all things Newton Highlands. Share your ideas, concerns, questions on any topics related to living, working, and playing in our village.

• Receive and post messages via email (send to ne*************@**********ps.com)
• PRIVATE membership directory so you can choose to be anonymous
• FREE and open to all Highlands residents, merchants, workers, visitors.
• Moderated by members of the Newton Highlands Neighborhood Area Council.
• Engage in thoughtful, respectful and informative exchanges.
• To sign up, send an email to *******@**********ps.com“>newtonhighlands+su*******@**********ps.com (no subject or text needed). Check your inbox for a confirmation email.

October Events at Historic Newton

PRECIOUS BANE: THE MUSICAL
Saturday, October 18, 2:30PM and 4:30 PM
The Durant-Kenrick House kitchen is very like the Sarn kitchen in poet Mary Webb’s celebrated novel, Precious Bane. Imagine Wizard Beguildy’s beautiful daughter Jancis there, singing of her star-crossed love for her ruthless sweetheart Gideon Sarn! Come see a presentation of excerpts from this romantic new show, followed by a question & answer session with the composer and lyricist.
At the Durant-Kenrick House and Grounds, 286 Waverley Avenue. Free.

HISTORIC NEWTON AT HARVEST FAIR
Sunday, October 19, 10:30 AM-4:30 PM
Stop by our booth at the Harvest Fair in Newton Centre and check out our historic atlases to see when your house was built and when your street was laid out. Play historic games like graces and nine pins.
At Newton Centre Green, Centre and Beacon Streets. Free.

HISTORIC MAP NIGHT WITH GIS MAPPING
Thursday, October 23, 7:00 PM
Ever wondered what your neighborhood looked like 50 or 100 years ago? 150 years ago? Pour over our collection of historic atlases to find out whose farm was subdivided to make your house lot or when your street was first laid out. At the same time, learn about the Continue reading →

“Newton Reads” events at Newton Free Library

Newton Reads: On the Same Page
Please join us this October for Newton Reads, started by teens, for the entire community! The goal of Newton Reads is to promote good mental health through community connection, shared information and discussion. Our Community-wide Read is The Beginning of Everything by Robyn Schneider.

Wednesday, October 15, 7:00 pm, Newton Reads Ice Cream Kick-Off:
Please join us as we celebrate the kick-off of Newton Reads: On the Same Page! Enjoy ice cream generously donated by J.P. Licks, listen to music, and talk about the book! Open to all ages.

Saturday, October 18, 7:00 pm, Meet Author Robyn Schneider:
Please join us for a special author talk and signing by Newton Reads author, Robyn Schneider. Robyn will be flying in from California to discuss her book, The Beginning of Everything, followed by a Q&A and signing with books provided by New England Mobile Book Fair. Open to all ages. Please note, seating is limited and is provided on a first come, first served basis. Doors open at 6:15 pm.

Tuesday, October 21, 3:30 pm, Geocaching & Scavenger Hunt:
Ezra and Cassidy go geocaching in our Newton Reads book, The Beginning of Everything. There are many caches in our area. Join us to learn about geocaching, participate in a scavenger hunt and a search for local caches – including the Newton Free Library’s. Open to ages 10 and up. To register (required) visit: www.newtonfreelibrary.net. Continue reading →

Craft Fair, Oct. 19, at Boys & Girls Club

The Boys & Girls Club’s new teen program, Keystone, is holding a Craft Fair on Sunday, Oct.19, 2014, from 11 am to 3 pm. The fair will be held at the Boys & Girls Club, 675 Watertown Street.

Some crafts created by Club members include: coasters, dog toys, holiday ornaments, note cards featuring Club member’s art work, sun catchers, and jewelry.

The Teen Center has been busy not only crafting but planning for the bake sale table. Some of the foods available will include spoon truffles, cookies, s’mores bars, and ‘coffee spoons’.

Other tables will have henna tattoos, hair beading, ceramics, and feature vendors including: Yankee Candles, White Elephant, Tastefully Simple, Tupperware, Mary Kay, and Avon.