Learn about China and its education, politics, and economics from teachers and students who have participated in the Newton-Jingshan educational exchange program.
Sunday, February 6
4:00 – 6:00pm
Newton North High School
Presentations 4-5pm in Film Lecture Hall
Dinner & Conversation 5-6pm in the International Café
For interested parents, teachers, and students. Sponsored by the Newton-Beijing Jingshan School Exchange Program. RSVP by email.
We take it for granted, but for some the ability to speak the language we know and love is not always an option. Brian Friel’s drama Translations strikes at the heart of this concern as he looks back on 1833 Ireland and the decisions the Irish were forced to make under British Imperial rule. His characters are as real as they are timeless; their stories of struggling to survive in an oppressed state teach the true power and price of resistance.
Newton North’s presentation is directed by Mr. Tim Finnegan. Tickets are $7.00 and are available at www.theatreink.net or through Ad********@***********ma.us or 617-559-6306.
February 6th, 7th, 8th, and 9th at 7:30 pm
The Little Theatre, Newton North High School
457 Walnut Street
Newtonville
Newton Unplugged and Connected 2013 reminds us that there is more to life than what is on the other side of a plug. This year’s March calendar of suggested activities and events is now being constructed. We welcome ideas for activities and/or events (that are open to the public) and that are appropriate for children, youth, and their caring adults. Please send your ideas to gs*****@*****eb.org. Newton Unplugged is sponsored by the Newton Child Assault Prevention Program (CAP), the Newton Community Service Center (NCSC), the Newton School Department, and the City of Newton.
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.
Get the whole family dancing! Join Burr Cooperative Nursery School for a fun-filled morning of live music from fabulous singer-songwriter Wayne Potash, along with various activities, crafts, a bake sale, and fantastic raffle prizes.
Tickets: $8 per person in advance (children under 1 free), $10 per person at the door (based on availability). Advanced tickets are available for purchase until February 1st at www.burrcoop.org/concert or ti*****@******op.org. All proceeds to benefit Burr Cooperative Nursery School, a non-profit organization.
Saturday, February 2nd, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Newton Cultural Center
225 Nevada Street, Newton
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
Belmont World Film’s Family Film Festival will hold a “Full Moon Festival” for families on Saturday, January 26, the day of the full moon, at the Studio Cinema in Belmont (376 Trapelo Road).
It features two films about the moon:
“Lotte and the Moonstone Secret” at 10:30 AM and
“Moon Man” at 1:00 PM, which will be followed by a discussion of the phases of the moon led by Amanda Thompson, school and education coordinator for the Hayden Planetarium at the Museum of Science.
Half-moon cookies, courtesy of Whole Foods Market Fresh Pond, will be given out at each screening.
“Lotte and the Moonstone Secret” is a beautifully drawn animated film that is part of a series created by animators in Estonia and Latvia. The film features a very inventive cartoon dog named Lotte, the Mickey Mouse of Estonia, who experiences a wide variety of fascinating and highly imaginative encounters, that encourage flexibility, exploration, and adventure, as well as wonder, curiosity, and eagerness to learn about other kinds of people and places. The film takes place in a friendly world that is free of violence and is suitable for children 3-8.
Adapted from the worldwide best-selling children’s book written and illustrated by Tomi Ungerer, “Moon Man” examines themes of loneliness, difference, understanding and acceptance with a story about how the man in the moon, bored of sitting in his silvery cage all the time, hitches a ride to earth on a shooting star. It is recommended for children ages 7 and up.
Giveaways during the festival include a gift certificate from the family-friendly Full Moon Restaurant in Cambridge, passes to the Museum of Science’s planetarium, a bicycle helmet from Belmont Wheelworks, and a light-up full moon clock.
Tickets are $5 for children, $8 for adults, and $7 for seniors, students, and Belmont World Film members, or both films for $8 for children and $12 for adults. Purchase tickets online or in person at the Studio Cinema box office. For more information, visit the Belmont World Film online or call 617-484-3980.
Make a New Year’s resolution to run the Dreamfar 10K Race on January 27, 2013!
Join students, teachers, and community members for Dreamfar High School Marathon’s first annual 10K race in Sharon, MA. The Dreamfar program teaches students realistic goal-setting, the value of commitment, and teamwork. Dreamfar High School Marathon program has members at both high schools. To learn more about Dreamfar, contact Executive Director Jamie Chaloff by email.
Register for the 10K online. All proceeds go to Dreamfar to help support high school marathoners!
The City of Newton is sponsoring its yearly summer camp fair on Sunday January 27, at Newton North High School from noon to 4pm.
Camps run by Newton Parks & Recreation and the Newton Public Schools, including Newton Community Education and SPACE camp, will be represented at the fair.
Come early to reserve your child’s spot in the program of his or her choice for Summer 2013 or to learn more about the many varied options offered in our city. More information about Newton’s camps is available on the Parks & Recreation Dept. website.
Kids’ Karate at Lasell College. Free Trial Class for girls and boys, entry ages 1st thru 5th grades. Ongoing lessons are $79 per 7-Week Session. For information, please visit the website.
March 1st, 10:00 – 11:00 am