Join Mayor Fuller, Samaritans Inc., and Families for Depression Awareness to learn more about suicide prevention, recognizing depression and bipolar disorder, and the important work being done to reduce the stigma of mental health issues in our community.
Register online at www.newtonma.gov/mentalhealth
May 6th, 6:30 pm
The goals of the 4C Tree Project (Capture Carbon Commemorate Covid) are to provide a beautiful living memorial to neighbors lost to Covid-19, remind us of our need to care for each other, and help mitigate the negative impacts of climate change by planting trees.
The city forester has purchased 170 trees to go in parks, schools, and streets across Newton this Spring. We hope that the Newton community will come together to help fund these trees and show that we care. Please donate at www.greennewton.org/trees. You can add a note to the donor scroll and mention your school, club or membership affiliation. Also follow the progress of this memorial on instagram @4ctreeproject.
Newton is having its first bike rodeo where MA Safe Routes to Schools instructors will teach and review bike riding skills. Volunteers will also help teach fun stations including knowing signs and hand signals, how to care for your bike, and more.
Registration opens on April 15th and the program will fill quickly as space is limited. See more here:
https://newtonma.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=30165
This program is geared towards students in Kindergarten through 6th grade at Newton Schools that are comfortable riding a bike independently. Students will be divided into smaller groups to practice and learn different skills and will receive a certificate at the end of the program.
In order to participate:
April 25th, with sessions at 10:00 am, 12:00 pm and 2:00 pm (May 2nd will be a makeup date in case of postponement due to bad weather).
For guidance on finding the right summer program for your middle or high school student, go to TeenSummerExpos.com
There you’ll find a curated group of the best summer opportunities listed by the child’s interests as well as virtual programs that kids can do during the school year. You can also get free personal guidance by phone to help you choose.
The Newton Food Pantry is proud to be participating in Project Bread’s Virtual Walk for Hunger. Project Bread’s Walk for Hunger, founded in 1969, is the oldest and largest community fundraiser for hunger solutions in Massachusetts. The team will be participating in The Commonwealth, a fundraising share program that allows the Newton Food Pantry to retain 60% of the funds raised by their team, with the remaining 40% of funds raised applied to statewide hunger solutions. A real win-win!
Teens (ages 13+) and adults are welcome to join. The traditional Walk for Hunger has been a 20-mile group walk into Boston. Because of the virtual nature of this year’s event, team members have the opportunity get creative. Consider walking 20 miles over 20 days or replace the walk with family bike rides or hikes and try to hit the 20-mile mark over a few weekends this spring. No matter how you plan to “walk”, be sure to reach out to family, friends and neighbors so that they can support you in your fundraising effort. Some simple fundraising ideas: host a loose change drive on your block, break your Starbucks habit for a month and donate your saved funds, or have friends and relatives sponsor your bike ride/walk/hike miles. Every donation makes a real difference!
The money raised by “Walk” participants, like the Newton Food Pantry, will provide grants to hundreds of community-based programs that rely on support—food pantries, hot meal programs, summer meals for kids, farm and garden initiatives, health center programs and more.
Please visit the NFP’s Walk for Hunger team page to join the team, make a donation, or for more information about how the Newton Food Pantry supports our community.
For information, check out the flyer here.
As NPS prepares for a full in-person return to school for students at all levels, they are STRONGLY ENCOURAGING families to enroll their student (s) in the COVID-19 testing program. Testing is one of the best ways we have to quickly identify infection and reduce the possibility of in school transmission. Here are 3 reasons to enroll:
Bonus reason: This testing program is FREE to all families! Please consider enrolling your student today. Thanks in advance for doing your part to keep our schools safer.
Come join parents, students, teachers, and community members to support our Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) community through an evening of learning and connection! You will learn about:
– the historical and systemic roots of violence and discrimination against AAPI communities
– how AAPI communities are suffering in terms of mental health and how to help
– ways to support our young people, family members and friends during this difficult time
With special guest Facilitators Michele Leong and Charlene Beh from NNHS and breakout rooms for participants to connect with each other in small groups later in the session.
RSVP here or through the attached flyer. Hope to see you there!
Sponsored by FORJ NSHS (Families Organizing for Racial Justice @ Newton South)
April 14th, 7:00 – 8:30 pm, with open discussion until 9:00 pm
Save the Date for SPY KIDS: A Drive-In Movie Event
Newton Community Pride is excited to announce their first Drive-In Movie of 2021! Bring your friends and family and watch SPY KIDS on a 40 foot screen from the comfort and safety of your car at the former Aquinas College parking lot off of Jackson Road.
Tickets and registration required. $25.00 per car. Limited Capacity. Tickets go on sale April 16th.
May 15th, 8:15 – 10:15 pm
Newton Community Pride, in partnership with the City of Newton, is pleased to announce the return of NewtonSERVES.
With a limited capacity and the health and safety of all staff and volunteers as top priority, this local premier service project is scheduled for May 2nd. Strict adherence to the rules and restrictions for the event will allow us to enjoy a day of community service while ensuring everyone remains compliant with COVID protocols.
Mark your calendars “Volunteer Registration” opens on April 9th.
May 2nd, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Rain or Shine