Category Archives: Community Notes

Basketball Clinic at the JCC

Children ages 5-10 will learn the rules of the game, ball handling, passing, shooting and defense at a five-week basketball clinic at the Leventhal-Sidman Jewish Community Center (333 Nahanton Street) in Newton.

Led by recreation specialist Pete Sylvester, the clinic will take place on Sundays, January 11th – February 8th from 4:30-6:00 pm. Cost for all five clinics is $140. Register online at www.bostonjcc.org/winterhoops or contact 617-558-6456 or sp****@***gb.org. The clinic is open to the entire community.

Introductory Training in Think: Kids Collaborative Problem Solving Approach

Do you ever feel frustrated with your child? Find yourself shouting often and imposing punishments or rewards in reaction to challenging behavior? Do you wish you had a more effective parenting approach that also helps to build a better relationship between you and your child? Then this training is for you.

Think:Kids Collaborative Problem Solving parenting model is a revolutionary, evidence-based approach created by MGH’s Dept. of Psychiatry that provides parents with concrete tools to better understand and help children (ages 3-18) with challenging behavior. It’s based on the understanding that many kids lack the skill, not the will, to behave well – specifically skills related to problem solving, flexibility and frustration tolerance. For more information and to register for an upcoming training, please visit: http://www.betheparentyouwanttobe.weebly.com

Next Level Up Tutoring

Build Fundamentals, Encourage Positive Study Habits, Provide Academic Perspective

We have almost reached the midpoint of this school year. Have you addressed your child’s academic needs or concerns? Contact Next Level Up Tutoring for a free in-home consultation. Call 781-540-1123 or email in**@*****************ng.com.  Visit the website to learn about their approach and philosophy.

Next Level Up – Helping all students reach their PEAK potential.

Call Y3K Tutor today when schoolwork goes the wrong way!

Their many years of experience in teaching and educational consulting have developed the right way to motivate, the right way to teach, be understood, and be remembered.  They tutor special ed. such as ADD, ADHD, Asperger’s, Autism, Executive Function, and gifted as well as regular ed. and test preparation.  In addition to academic subjects, they teach children organizational skills, homework coaching, study skills, and time management. All subjects and ages are taught.  Parents can now receive 25% off the first lesson.  Call 781-492-8700 or log on to http://www.Y3KTutorInYourHome.com.

Shoes for Haiti

Please bring ANY pair of shoes that would hold a foot on dirt roads in a tropical climate to donate to this effort. Shoes will be provided to kids in Haiti whose feet need protection from parasites and help them feel like they BELONG with their classmates at school. Many poor parents do not send their kids to school, embarrassed that they lack shoes. Every. Little. Bit. Counts. Thanks!

There is a box in the lobby of Brown Middle School for shoes. You can also drop shoes on the porch of 135 Lincoln St. in Newton Highlands. Please bring donations! If you have any questions, please call or email Skye Tausig at 617-243-0363 or ht*****@*ol.com.

The Growth Mindset

Come to a Parent/Guardian workshop on getting up to speed on the growth mindset.

Have you heard that Newton Public Schools is asking teachers and staff to explore how
encouraging a “growth mindset” can motivate students to learn? Do you know that the research-based growth mindset is useful for all ages and in all settings—school, home, work, athletics?

Newton North School Council and PTSO invite ALL parents/guardians to a fun and engaging evening exploring the growth mindset. As Principal Jen Price shows you how Newton Public Schools faculty are being trained in the use of the growth mindset, you’ll learn:

 Effective ways to give praise

 Useful methods for encouraging children and teens to try new things and accept

challenges

 Constructive ways to respond to failure

 Successful strategies for creating a parent-teacher dialogue about students’ development

You will also have a chance to apply the growth mindset during an interactive challenge.
To learn more about the growth mindset, read **********************@***************************************th.aspx” target=”_blank” rel=”noopener”>The Significance of Grit . or view this Ted Talk by Angela Duckworth.

December 3rd, 7:00-8:30 pm
Newton North High School cafeteria

Teen Programs

Teen Crafternoons,  December 2nd, 3:30 pm, second floor Teen Area: Get creative making wrapping paper, gift tags, carving stamps, and eating snacks.

Get Hooked: Knitting and Crochet Club, December 4th, 7:00 pm, second floor Teen Area: Join the ongoing Knitting and Crochet Club. They have crochet hooks, knitting needles, yarn and the know-how to teach the basics of crocheting. Or, bring your own project. Refreshments will be served. Open to ages 10 and up.

Girls Who Code Club, December 5th, 12th and 19th, 4:00 pm, second floor Computer Center: Want to learn how to build an app, design a video game and change the world through code? Join the Girls Who Code (GWC) Club! GWC is a national non-profit organization leading the movement to inspire, educate and equip girls with the computing skills they need to pursue 21st century opportunities. Join them every Friday throughout the school year to learn about artificial intelligence, graphics, game design, cryptography, mobile development and so much more! Open to grades 6-12. For more information: www.newtongwc.com

Create Your Own Light-Up Card, December 16th, 3:30 pm, second floor Teen Area: Learn some elementary electronics, and how to create fun and flexible circuits on paper. You can make holiday cards or pictures that light up.

Join Fresh City in “Thinking Fresh”

Fresh City invites you to support their new partnerships with the Newton Food Pantry and the Centre Street Food Pantry.

On December 3rd, from 5:00 – 9:00 pm, 15% of sales will go to help support these food pantries. Join Fresh City in “Thinking Fresh” and supporting our community. Please bring a copy of this flyer with you or mention that you are a friend of the Newton Food Pantry to show your support! We hope to see you there!

December 3rd,  5:00 – 9:00 pm
Fresh City Newton
241 Needham Street
617-244-7071
For more information about Fresh City visit the website www.freshcity.com

Holiday Hustle

Register now for the John M. Barry Boys & Girls Club of Newton’s annual 5k road race, Holiday Hustle!

Holiday Hustle! includes a 5K run on a certified, flat course through the neighborhood of West Newton, professional chip timing by RaceWire, prizes to top finishers, and post-race festivities for all! Costumes are highly encouraged, and carolers are always welcome!

Not sure if you already registered? Click here.

There will be team and individual prizes again this year! Families may create a race team (at least one member must be age 16 and under) for consideration as our Fastest Family, and businesses and community groups alike are also welcome to enter a team (minimum of 5 entrants) for our Most Festive Team. Other award categories include: Top 3 male and female overall, top 3 in each age group from 8 and under to 70 and over, youngest to finish, and fastest in costume.

Whole Foods Market Newtonville will once again generously donate freshly made, hot oatmeal with a fantastic selection of toppings and other breakfast items.

Register Online or Mail-in Form

Sunday, December 7th
8:00 am registration; 9:00 am start
John M. Barry Boys & Girls Club
675 Watertown Street, Newton, MA

Pre-Registration (18 and over): $25
Pre-Registration Youth Rate (17 and under): $15
Day Of (18 and over): $30
Day Of Youth Rate (17 and under): $20
Number Pick-Up: Saturday, December 6th, 1:00  – 3:00 pm at West Street Tavern & Restaurant, 7 West Street

Newton Network “Members Mall,” Dec. 3

The Newton Network is hosting a Members Mall. Come learn more about the high quality goods and services the members offer their customers and clients. Enter the free raffle of select members’ items and services.

This event is also a great opportunity to expand your professional network in a friendly yet dynamic environment. The Members Mall is free and open to the public, and all participants are encouraged to bring their business cards. Any questions please contact Jane Hirschhorn at ja************@***il.com

Wednesday, December 3rd, 7:00 – 9:00 pm
Waban Library Center, 1608 Beacon Street