Category Archives: Education/Enrichment

February programs at Newton Community Farm

Newton Community Farm has some exciting programs for children in February! Visit the farm’s website for more details and to register.

Early Release Day Class, Feb. 6th, 1 –-2:30 pm, $25 general public, $20 Friends of the Farm

Dress warmly and come and spend an afternoon on the Farm as we look at ways plants, animals and even people adapt to the colder weather. Look for evidence of animal activity despite the colder weather and enjoy some fun games to keep us warm! Instructor: Alison Wilson Location: Newton Community Farm.

Kids on the Farm-Then and Now, Vacation Week Program Feb. 21, 2 – 4 pm
Co-sponsor: Jackson Homestead, Cost Per Family (4 people maximum, 1 adult required)
$30 general public, $20 Friend of Farm or Historic Newton member

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 will explore how kids would have helped on the farm. Participants will also plant some seeds which will then be transplanted into our garden in the spring. Location: Jackson Homestead, 527 Washington Street, Newton

Learn about Newton’s proposed override at open meetings

Newton Mayor Setti Warren will hold Town Hall meetings throughout the city to speak to residents about the proposed override package, which Newton residents will vote on March 12.

The Mayor, accompanied by municipal staff and Schools Superintendent David Fleishman, will share details about the override proposal and answer your questions.

Here’s the schedule:

Sunday, January 27 at 1:00 pm. Hawthorn Playground/Pellegrini Park Rec. Center, Nonantum
Thursday, January. 31 at 7:00 pm. Scandanavian Living Center, West Newton
Sunday, February 10 at 1:00 pm. Ward Elementary School gym, Newton Centre
Sunday, February 10 at 3:30 pm. Oak Hill Middle School, Newton Centre
Tuesday, February 19 at 1:30 pm. Scandanavian Living Center, Seniors Town Hall with Newton at Home
Sunday, February 24 at 1:00 pm. Lower Falls Community Center, Lower Falls (To be rescheduled)
Tuesday, February 26 at 7:00 pm. Greater Boston Interfaith Organization Town Hall, Temple Shalom, West Newton
Thursday, March 7 at 7:00 pm. Mason Rice Elementary School, Newton Centre

For more information on the override, visit the City’s website or Building Newton’s Future website.

Highlands After-School Program for Middle Schoolers

The Newton Highlands After School Program just for middle school kids has openings.

Activities include sports, arts, cooking, science & exploration, homework, field trips, community service and team building. It’s a place to go and hang out with friends, enjoy activities, and get a head start on homework.

Arrange for a visit or come for a trial day.

To learn more visit the website or contact director Rochelle Acker by email or phone: 617-999-4617.

Newton Community Farm offers exciting programs for children in February!

Early Release Day Class, February 6th, 1:00 – 2:30 pm, $25 general public, $20 Friends of the Farm

Dress warmly and come and spend an afternoon on the Farm as we look at ways plants, animals and even people adapt to the colder weather. Look for evidence of animal activity despite the colder weather and enjoy some fun games to keep us warm! Instructor: Alison Wilson Location: Newton Community Farm.

Kids on the Farm-Then and Now, Vacation Week Program February 21st, 2:00 – 4:00 pm. Co-sponsor: Jackson Homestead, Cost Per Family (4 people maximum, 1 adult required) $30 general public, $20 Friend of Farm or Historic Newton member

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 will explore how kids would have helped on the farm. Participants will also plant some seeds which will then be transplanted into our garden in the spring. Location: Jackson Homestead, 527 Washington Street, Newton MA 02458

Go to www.newtoncommunityfarm.org for more information and to register.

Celebrate an Early Chinese New Year

LEARN ABOUT CHINA FROM THE INSIDE: Education, Politics, Economics 
from teachers and students who have seen it as participants in The Newton- Jingshan Exchange Program. For Interested Parents, Teachers, and Students. Sponsored by the Newton-Beijing Jingshan School Exchange Program. 

RSVP: Nancy Fenstemacher <na***************@*****st.net>

Presentations 4:00 – 5:00 pm : Film Lecture Hall
Dinner & Conversation 5:00 – 6:00 pm: International Café

February 6th
Newton North High School

 

Keys for Kids piano lessons

Keys for Kids goes beyond ordinary piano lessons: it teaches well-rounded musicianship. Small groups organized by age (4-11 years old), outstanding methodology, experienced, certified instructor, proven success.  FREE DEMO CLASS Feb. 6th. Winter registration open. Contact: Ma**********@**********rd.edu or 617)527-4942
www.NewtonKidsLoveMusic.com

Help a neighbor by volunteering with Newton at Home

Be a Winter Buddy! Help make sure senior citizens in Newton weather snowstorms well! Newton at Home, a member non-profit organization dedicated to helping Newton seniors age in their own homes, is looking for volunteers who can help in a variety of ways.

Being a winter buddy means checking in with your buddy before and after storms—something that the whole family can do. This program has a 30-minute training session, and requires a CORI check. For more info, contact Jacki Katz at ja*******@***oo.com

We always need drivers who can give rides to seniors and make a new friend while helping someone get to a doctor’s appointment, the supermarket, a social event or the airport. Finally, NAH is also looking for those with knowledge in the health and wellness area to join the NAH Health and Wellness Committee to plan events for seniors.

Volunteer as much as you can at your convenience, and know that you have made a difference in a Newton senior’s life. You’ll meet interesting people and share great conversation along the way! If you are willing and able to help, please contact NAH’s volunteer coordinator by email or phone, 617-795-2560.

 

Suzuki Preschool of Newton Open House

The Suzuki Preschool of Newton will be hosting an open house on Sunday January 13th from 1:00 – 4:00 pm.  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 ma*****@**********on.org

Newton Cultural Center
225 Nevada Street, Newtonville,  02460

 

Martin Luther King Day activities

WCT, arsenalARTS and New Repertory Theatre are teaming up to provide a fun-filled day of theatre, visual art and more at the Arsenal Center! Students in grades K-5 can explore the worlds of both theatre and visual arts with WCT and the ACA, while students in grades 6-9 can experience intensive performance workshops with WCT and New Rep!

Register for the morning session (9:30 am – 12:45 pm), afternoon session (1:15 pm – 4:30 pm), or both! Students enrolled in both programs may bring a nut-free lunch and will be supervised during the lunch break. Join us to experience everything the Arsenal Center for the Arts has to offer!

Grades K – 9
Tuition: $50 per session; $95 for both
Location: Arsenal Center for the Arts
Dates: Monday, January 21st, 2013 (Martin Luther King Day)