Want to know what life on a farm would have been like for kids in Newton in past centuries? Using real artifacts from the Museum’s collection and real stories from the Angino family who lived on what is now the Newton Community Farm, we’ll explore how kids would have helped on the farm. Then we will plant some seeds which will be transplanted into our garden in the spring. Cost: $30 per family (4 people max, 1 adult required) $25 for members of HN or NCF. Includes museum admission, materials, and snack. Prepaid registration is required, limit 25; call 617-796-1450 to register. Co-sponsored by Historic Newton and Newton Community Farm. At the Jackson Homestead, 527 Washington Street, Newton.
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Community Preservation Committee Seeks Members
- If you live in Ward 3 or Ward 4; have a background in history or in the conservation or preservation of historic resources; and are interested in serving as the Mayor’s appointee for historic resources on the Community Preservation Committee, please contact Ana Gonzalez at 617-796-1106 or agonzalez@newtonma.gov to apply. Under the Community Preservation Act, the CPC makes funding recommendations for affordable housing, historic resources, open space and recreation land to Newton’s Board of Aldermen. The Act’s definition of historic resources includes archives, art, buildings and landscapes, as well as other resources.
- If you live in Newton; have a background in history, historic preservation, architectural history, or archaeology; and are interesting in serving on the Newton Historical Commission, please contact Brian Lever at 617-796-1129 or blever@newtonma.gov to apply. The Commission is the City’s preservation planning body and has the responsibility of surveying and documenting historic properties, advising the Mayor and Board of Aldermen on matters pertaining to historic preservation, enforcing the Demolition Delay and City Landmark ordinances, and working with the public to encourage the preservation of historic properties as well as protecting the City’s heritage. The Commission also appoints one of its members to the CPC – that position is currently vacant and has no ward residency requirement.
Food Allergy: Treatment Update
Learn about the latest thinking and innovative approaches to living safely with food allergies. Speaker: allergist Jessica Savage, MD, Brigham & Women’s Hospital, Zervas parent. Metro-Boston Allergy and Asthma Educational Support Group is FREE and open to the public. Pre-registration is not required.
February 12, 7:00 p.m.
Newton-Wellesley Hospital, Bowles #1; second floor
2014 Washington St., Newton
Sponsored by Asthma & Allergy Foundation of America – New England Chapter, 781-444-7778.
ELL Resource Fair
On Thursday, January 24, 2013 the English Language Learning program of Newton Public Schools hosted a Resource Fair for families of current and former English Language Learners.
Families were invited to learn about some of the different school and community resources available in Newton including preschool programs, summer camp and after school programs, adult English classes, student support and more. Dinner and childcare was provided so families to talk with exhibitors, and interpreters for Chinese, Russian, Spanish, Japanese and Korean languages were also offered.
"The Resource Fair for families of English learners is a wonderful event for families to meet new people and learn about the many services and resources Newton has to offer," said English Language Learning Program Director Jody Klein.
Over 300 people attended.
The Etiquette Academy Of New England Now Enrolling
The Etiquette Academy of New England is an academic institution where children, teens, adults and businesses can learn about every day and formal manners, domestic and international table manners, networking, small talk, communication, accent modification, blogging, appearances, job interview etiquette, personal style, official business protocol and manners, and much more. Courses include: “ETIQUETTE for TEENS,” “JOB HUNT: Strategies and techniques,” “ACCENT MODIFICATION for Non-Native Speakers,” “ETIQUETTE for ADULTS,” and more.
Not quite ready for Kindergarten?
Bowen’s Transitional Kindergarten offers a unique opportunity for a third year of pre-school. TK combines an exciting mix of academics and social skills brought together by a dedicated team of teachers. These older 4′s and young 5′s work toward goals comparable to those in Kindergarten but at a modified pace in a much smaller community with a 7:1 child teacher ratio. This class of 14 quickly becomes a cohesive group working and playing together with enthusiasm. You are welcomed to visit the school to observe first hand how your child would benefit from the program. Parents of former students remark that “it was the best thing I did for my child.”
Contact Meredith Andrews at 617-332-2752 or meredithandrews13@gmail.com
Truro Summer Rental
Three bedroom, 2 bath modern home in Truro (sleeps 6). Open layout, lots of light, screened porch, outdoor shower, a/c, and more. One week minimum rental, no pets. For availability and more info: email sandy@hornickrivlin.com, or call 617-965-7885.
Food Allergy Update for Families – Tuesday, February 12, 7PM, Newton-Wellesley Hospital
Learn about the latest thinking and innovative approaches to living safely with food allergies. Speaker: allergist Jessica Savage, MD, Brigham & Women’s Hospital, recently completed her training in allergy and immunology at Johns Hopkins where she conducted several studies of food allergy epidemiology and treatment with Dr. Robert Wood, an internationally recognized leader in the field of food allergy. She recently joined the faculty of Brigham & Women’s Hospital and is currently seeing patients at its offices at 850 Boylston St. in Chestnut Hill and at Faulkner Hospital. Her current research is related to chemical exposures and their potential role in causing allergy. She is also interested in developing better diagnostic tools and treatments for food allergy.
At Newton-Wellesley Hospital, Bowles 1 (2nd floor), free admission. For info, call the Asthma & Allergy Foundation of America – New England Chapter at 781-444-7778.
Marionette Show
For a delightful school-vacation treat, see the Tanglewood Marionettes’ production of “The Dragon King” on February 24th at the Newton Cultural Center. In this underwater fantasy, an intrepid Grandmother journeys to the bottom of the sea to seek the Dragon King, the Ruler of the waters, and the answers to why he has forsaken the land above. With colorful sea creatures, this exciting adventure is a heart-warming tale that will thrill young and old alike.
Please bring a non-perishable item for the Newton Food Pantries. Tickets are $8 in advance at http://www.newtoncommunitypride.org/puppetshow-form.php or $10 at the door.
For more information, please visit www.newtoncommunitypride.org/puppetshows.html
Newton Cultural Center
225 Nevada Street
Newtonville
Preschool Open House
The Suzuki Preschool of Newton will be hosting an open house on Sunday February 10th from 1:00 – 4:00 pm at the Newton Cultural Center. This is a great opportunity for parents to bring their children and explore and acquaint themselves with the program and integrated arts curriculum. You will have a chance to meet the teachers and administrators and you will also receive a guided tour of the facility. The Suzuki Preschool of Newton offers daily music instruction with Suzuki trained musicians in both large group and individual settings. For inquiries please feel free to contact Marlene Lerer 617.964.4522 or marlene@suzukinewton.org
225 Nevada Street
Newtonville, MA 02460