Save the date – the Newton Kitchen Tour is Sunday April 13th.
This self-guided tour will showcase some of the most fabulous kitchens in Newton. The tour offers a chance to walk around and see up close and personal those kitchens you see in magazines. You’ll also be able to ask questions of architects, designers, contractors, and homeowners who have been through the renovation process. Tickets go on sale in February. http://www.newtonkitchentour.com/
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Engineering and Logic Summer Camp
Join for a week of intellectual and engaging activities! Participate in engineering challenges, collaborate on science experiments, play strategy games, solve puzzles, create stunning origami and learn how to make balloon animals.
The older students will be learning 3D modeling software and will get an introduction to programming. Program includes field trips to museums and playground time. Take a look at pictures from last year on the website www.engagingmath.org/summercamp or call 617-975-0268.
Open House: February 9th and March 16th, 12:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Newton Community Farm Summer Classes for Youth
Programs for Pre-school through Grade 9 – Now enrolling !!
Looking for fun filled, hands on, educational classes for this summer? Then look no further! Newton Community Farm has an exciting array of programs for all ages that focus on being outdoors and the growing of food.
Farm Sprouts – Pre-school and Kindergarten
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday, 10:00 – 11:00 am, week of June 16th – week of August 25th. Meets weekly choose your day.
Little Diggers – Students entering Grades 1 and 2
Monday – Friday, 9:00 – 12:30 pm, week of July 7th and Aug 4th
1 week sessions
Farmer in Training – Students entering Grades 3 – 5
Monday – Friday, 9:00 – 12:30 pm, week of July 7th – week of Aug 25th.
1 week sessions
Socially Aware Young Farmers – Students entering Grades 6 – 9.
Monday – Friday, 9:00 – 12:30 pm, week of July 14th and July 21st.
1 week sessions
For more information and registration details please visit the website at www.newtoncommunityfarm.org/education. (No classes the week of July 4th.)
Newton Community Farm
303 Nahanton St, Newton
Get in the Game
Get in the Game. Register NOW for Newton Girls Softball
Newton Girls Softball registration is underway. This is a recreational league for over 300 Newton girls in grades 1-7. Every year, players of all skill levels have a fun and rewarding experience.
Visit the website www.NewtonGirlsSoftball.org for more details, access to on-line registration, and winter indoor clinic information. Register before January 31st to avoid a late fee. February 28th is the last date you can register with guaranteed placement and pair-me-with requests.
Fun, free EXPO at Newton North High School!
NEW DATE: Tuesday, February 4th from 5:00 to 7:30 pm.
Teens and parents/guardians are invited to the Just Think: Teens Making Smart Choices expo for participative, informative exhibits; student performances; and fun. Meet 30+ community exhibitors who help teens stay safe and healthy. Get information about everything from driving and pedestrian safety to healthy eating and positive body image to stress reduction and mental health support.
Refreshments will be served, and special treat bags will be distributed to the first 50 students who come with their parent/guardian!
Youth Summit III
Mayor Setti D. Warren and the Newton Youth Commission invite teens and adults to attend Youth Summit III on Wednesday February 5th from 6:00 -9:00 pm at Brown Middle School. The evening will feature Kevin Breel, a 20-year-old comedian and mental health activist. The focus of the summit will be youth and adult communication, difficult conversations and solutions from Youth Summits I and II.
Need more information? Please visit: www.newtonma.gov/youth, call: 617-796-1426 or email: yo*********@******ma.gov.
Calling all sports fans!
Well-known sports personality Bill Littlefield, star and producer of NPR’s Only A Game, is
speaking at the Waban Library Center. Come to a fun reception and book signing of his legendary book, “Only A Game,” and hear the inside scoop on our teams and much more!
$5 donation to the WLC is your ticket.
Tuesday, February 4th, 7:30 pm
1608 Beacon Street, Waban
www.wabanlibrarycenter.org
Open Positions on City of Newton Boards/Commissions/Advisory Committees
Citizen involvement in local government has been one of Mayor Warren’s highest priorities since taking office and Newton has the good fortune to be home to a wealth of knowledgeable and talented individuals. Current opening for talented residents to volunteer on a Board or Commission include:
BioSafety Committee
The Mayor is looking for volunteers to serve on the Biosafety Committee. This Committee oversees the use of recombinant DNA, infectious agents, and biohazardous materials in the course of research. The Committee is responsible for reviewing and approving all applications, proposals, activities and facilities for the purpose of research. While the Committee has not met in more than 10 years, there is renewed interest in the economic development potential of biotech firms. The Biosafety Committee is comprised of nine (9) members including the Commissioner of Health and Human Services, two (2) members of the Newton Health Advisory Council appointed by the Commissioner, three (3) members appointed by the Mayor, at least one of whom is a scientist knowledgeable in the field of rDNA research and technology and the other two with experience in public health, occupational health, infectious diseases or environmental health and three (3) members appointed by the Board of Aldermen, one of whom represents public health. If interested, please send a resume along with a letter of interest to Reenie Murphy at rm*****@******ma.gov.
Traffic Council
The City of Newton is seeking a qualified Newton resident with expertise in traffic Continue reading
Register for Spring Kindergarten Soccer!
Since 1993, Kindergarten Soccer has been introducing children to soccer in a fun and non-competitive environment, where girls and boys develop friendships, learn teamwork, and gain confidence. Games are played on Saturday mornings at Richardson Field in Waban, starting April 5th. Join in and meet other Newton families! The Kindergarten League is open to all Newton children who are currently in kindergarten; the Pre-K League is open to all Newton children who will start kindergarten in the fall of 2014.
Kindergarten Soccer is a program of the Zervas Elementary PTO since 1993. For more information and for online registration, please visit the website: www.KindergartenSoccer.org.
Energy Smart Homes
The Mayor’s Energy Smart Newton program is kicking off its Energy Smart Homes initiative to engage 350 Newton residents in $75,000 of annual energy bill savings by June 1st.
Representatives of Next Step Living will be on hand to explain how state efficiency programs work, including how you can get 75% off (up to $2000) energy improvements and access no interest loans, as well as other incentives. As a special incentive for Newton residents, if you complete a no-cost home energy assessment or heating and cooling assessment between January 29th and June 1st, you will also receive a $10 or $25 gift card to Newton Whole Foods.
Please join on Wednesday, January 29th, at 7:00 pm in the War Memorial Auditorium at City Hall to help kick off the Newton Energy Smart Homes.