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Destination Imagination (DI) registration open
Registration is open for the 2019 – 2020 season of Destination Imagination (DI), a creative problem solving competition that blends Science and Technology with the Arts. For the past 10 years, over 500 Newton students have participated in the Destination Imagination (DI) program and they’re ready for their biggest and best season ever.
Clikc to hear from Alumni about how DI changed their lives: Destination Imagination Alumni Video and/or watch to find out how DI works: What is Destination Imagination?
Ready to have fun?! Click HERE to register your child
Newton DI is run by a team of dedicated volunteers and is a non-profiting fully inclusive program. Please visit the website to learn more.
Newton CPC’s next meeting September 10th
The agenda for the Newton CPC’s next meeting includes a public hearing on the Newton Conservators’ $15,000 funding request for holding the CPA-required conservation restriction on Kesseler Woods; an update on the Allen House historic rehabilitation project in West Newton; a revised program budget for Fy20; proposed updates to Newton’s CPA ordinance; and planning for a staff transition in January 2020.
For details see www.newtonma.gov/cpa or contact Alice Ingerson at aingerson@newtonma.gov or 617-796-1144.
September 10th, 7:00 pm
City Hall Room 204
Free Science Club run by Newton High School Student
Sidnie Kulik, a 16 year old going into junior year at the Noble and Greenough School and former Pierce and Day student, is planning a fun and free monthly science experiment club opportunity for kids in 3rd-5th grades. This past year Sidnie ran a successful book club for 3rd and 4th graders, but decided to focus on science instead for a few reasons.
She says, “First, it is important to expose children to different subject matters. Second, it is easier for both the parent and the kid to not have to purchase and read the assigned book before meeting. Third, science is my favorite subject and I hope to share this passion with children.”
Contact her at sidniekulik8888@gmail.com or 617-485-9109 if your child is interested. You can also find out more @scienceandkids on Instagram.
Fall Tree Tour
Fall Tree Tour at Newton Cemetery
Enjoy a walk in the arboretum with Newton Cemetery arborist Julie Clements as she guides a tour showcasing the interesting variety of Fall colors. The tour will take place rain or shine.
Comfortable walking shoes, water, a camera and plenty of questions are recommended. The tour will last approximately 90 minutes. Meet just inside the main gate in front of the office. Parking is available on the cemetery roads or in the chapel parking lot. For more information, call 617-332-0047.
Suggested Donation: $10.00. The tour is free and open to all but donations to the Friends of Newton Cemetery are welcome and support arboretum education and care.
October 19th, 1:00pm
Newton Cemetery & Arboretum, 791 Walnut Street
Newton Cemetery is an accredited Arboretum with the Morton Register of Arboreta.
Piano Lessons available
Gloria Jasinski has a Bachelor of Music in Composition from Berklee College of Music, a Master of Music in Jazz Studies from New England Conservatory and 30+ years of teaching experience.
You can learn Jazz/Blues/Classical, theory, and sightreading and build a high quality musical foundation with a patient, upbeat, and caring instructor. Beginners especially welcome. Have a positive and successful learning experience. Phone: 617-566-9704 or email piano566@comcast.net
“Is Our Constitution Holding Up to the Test of Time in 2019?”
“Is Our Constitution Holding Up to the Test of Time in 2019?”
Join members of the League of Women Voters of Newton (LWVN) as they host a community discussion led by constitutional law professor, Jed Shugerman. You’ll be talking about our constitution and how it is holding up; is our constitution still working the way it was intended? is there still a balance of powers among the three branches of government? is the Supreme Court still an independent branch of government or should structural changes be made? what about the independence of the Fed, the Attorney General and the Department of Justice? are we near a constitutional crisis?
Jed Shugerman, a Newton resident and former Bowen PTO co-chair, is a law professor and legal historian at Fordham University in New York. He teaches torts, administrative law and constitutional history.
Jed is the author of The People’s Courts: Pursuing Judicial Independence in America (2012), on the evolution of judicial elections and politics in America. He is working on a new book, The Rise of the Prosecutor Politicians, on the history of American prosecutors and mass incarceration. His articles often appear in law reviews and major national newspapers such as The New York Times, The Washington Post, Slate, and The Atlantic. He appears on MSNBC, CNN and CBC to discuss legal issues, and he writes about law and politics at shugerblog.com and on Twitter @jedshug.
A question and answer session and open discussion will follow after Mr. Shugerman’s presentation. RSVPs to info@lwvnewton.org are appreciated!
September 15th, 5:00 – 6:30 pm at the Durant Kenrick House, 286 Waverly Avenue, Newton
Join School Connections – Next meeting August 29th
Are you looking for a way to make your child’s school healthier and more sustainable? Healthier lunches? Recycling? Come add your voice to the GN Schools Connections group.
Green Newton’s Schools Connections group provides a forum for parents, students, and educators to promote sustainability in the classroom and beyond. You are welcome to participate and share experiences and ideas that support green initiatives in our schools.
After the group reached out to the Newton School Committee about the need to improve recycling in Newton’s schools, the committee passed a new school recycling policy in the spring of 2019. In addition, this advocacy was instrumental in getting the city to consider environmental practices and waste reduction in schools when selecting a new food service vendor. Representatives of the group will also participate in discussions to improve food quality and sustainability in school cafeterias.
In June, they worked with city leaders to submit a state grant application to support the expansion of the school recycling program and they are also advocating for the city’s approval to set up textile recycling collection containers outside of each school building. For more information contact schoolconnections@greennewton.org or visit schools.greennewton.org.
August 29th, 3:45 – 5:00 pm in the third-floor arc area of the Newton Free Library, 330 Homer Street
Join Cub Scout Pack 355 Newton
Interested in Scouting? Pack 355 is a large, active group of girls and boys from Newton and Brighton in grades 1 to 5. Another fun year starts in September!
Sign up for updates at bit.ly/pack355signmeup or come to the info session on September 3rd, 6: 30 pm at Our Lady Church and /or welcome BBQ on September 8th, 3:00 pm at Auburndale Cove. Please email jonflynn@newtonscouting.org with questions.
New Creative Arts Programs at the West Suburban YMCA!
The Creative Arts Department at the West Suburban YMCA fosters joy and creativity through holistic artistic instruction within a brave space, where all levels and ages are welcome to explore without fear of making mistakes.
This fall, the Y’s Creative Arts Department has several new and exciting programs that span a range of ages and artistic subjects. All programs, with the exception of Mini Musicals: Annie Jr., meet once per week for seven weeks during the Y’s Early Fall Session, September 3rd – October 20th.
Mini Musicals: Annie Jr., Ages 9-14 – The Y is excited to make its theatrical debut this fall presenting Annie Jr. This is a high energy, highly creative and imaginative program. No audition is necessary, but all participants must attend the first practice on September 4th, 3:30 – 5:00 pm. The final showcase performance will be October 27th. Rehearsals are Mondays and Thursdays, 3:30 – 5:30pm.
Toddler Tunes, Ages 6 mo.-3 years – Parents and caregivers will bond with their child while singing, dancing, and playing instruments, allowing for plenty of imagination and exploration through songs, games, and stories. Wednesdays, 11:15 – 11:45am.
Intro to Art and Design, Ages 4-8 – Kids will explore new mediums for expression as they Continue reading