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Free on-line tutoring/mentoring program

LigerBots have created a free online mentor/tutoring program this fall.

In order to offer more support to elementary students–as well as provide teaching opportunities to high schoolers– they’ve created an online program in which they pair high school mentors with elementary kids over an online platform (Zoom, Google Hangouts, Facetime, etc.)

Mentors could tutor, provide homework help, or just play games and do crafts with younger students and they believe that this is an amazing opportunity for high school students to gain teaching experiences and help younger students through these trying times. Many elementary students have signed up and are in need of high school mentors. Please help us spread the word!

For interested high school students https://forms.gle/x7a39zEyCJF8fCJo6

Dine Local: Keep Making Memories Contest

The Newton-Needham Dining Collaborative has devised a fun and tasty way for you to support local restaurants.

Whether it’s take out, delivery, outdoor dining , socially distanced inside seating, or a gift card for a friend, the Dine Local: Keep Making Memories Contest encourages you to find more time in your week to support our local restaurants.

Each week from October 15th to November 15th they’ll be awarding restaurant gift cards or restaurant themed prizes to entrants who dine inside, outside, enjoy take out or delivery, or even just visit any participating restaurant in Newton and Needham. There will be a random drawing from all entries each week, as well as special prize drawings for those who submit 7 entries in 7 consecutive days (or 30 entries in all 30 days).

Help us support our restaurants by dining locally. Learn more at Keep Making Memories Contest. 

West Suburban YMCA reimagines annual fundraiser event

A Fall season without the YMCA Fundraiser would be  ‘Inconceivable’ so the West Suburban YMCA will host a reimagined version of their signature fall fundraiser event, inviting the community to enjoy a drive-in movie in the Y’s parking lot and field.

Traditionally, the Y hosts over 200 guests at their November gala, raising money for the Y’s Annual Fund which allows hundreds of families, individuals, and children to access programs and membership at the Y regardless of financial circumstances. With restrictions on gatherings in place due to COVID-19, the West Suburban YMCA is offering a whole new event this fall – Double Feature: A Mission & A Movie – highlighted by a drive-in showing of The Princess Bride.

The October 17th event will take place outdoors in the Y parking lot and field and will feature a brief presentation from Y President & CEO Jack Fucci and a few laughs from comedian Nick “Fitzy” Stevens. The short program will summarize the past seven months at the Y, celebrating the Y’s resilience and looking forward to the future. Following the presentation, attendees will be treated to popcorn from West Newton Cinema and a viewing of the 1987 family favorite, The Princess Bride.

Families can purchase a ticket for an outdoor seating area for up to 4 people or a drive-in parking spot. Admission price for both ticket types is $100.00, and all proceeds support Y programming that addresses the community’s most pressing needs.

This summer, the Y invested over $100,000 to modify their facilities, hire additional staff, and increase supplies, equipment, and PPE, all to ensure families could safely send their kids to camp. These investments proved meaningful, as the Y had up to 300 children per day attending their two summer day camps – Camp Pikati in Newton and Camp Chickami in Wayland – and completed the season with zero COVID-19 outbreaks.

Now, the West Suburban YMCA is helping families navigate a new and challenging school year by offering a full day Out of School Time program to support remote learning for K-8 students.

These programs, and the financial assistance provided to many families in need of these programs, do not come without a cost. The West Suburban YMCA hopes their new fall fundraiser will help raise the critical funds necessary to sustain their programming and ensure continued access and support for the community’s children and families.

Support the Y: Purchase Tickets to ‘A Mission & A Movie’

Attend the Presentation Virtually: Register for Free to Access the Livestream

For more information or to inquire about sponsoring the event, please contact Andrea Newman at andrean@wsymca.org.

October 17th, 6:00 – 9:00 pm

About the West Suburban YMCA
The West Suburban YMCA is a charitable non-profit organization that has been a fixture in the Newton community for over 140 years. The Y is committed to strengthening the foundations of the community by supporting youth development, healthy living and social responsibility for all.

Announcement for Director Level Position

The Director of Cemetery Services is an incredibly rewarding and fulfilling position where one can make a lasting difference. It’s a senior level position at Newton Cemetery & Arboretum and a rare opportunity to lead a well-established department in a respected organization.

Please find the job posting at https://www.newcemcorp.org/news-events/open-position-director-cemetery-services

The team is looking for creativity, professionalism, critical thinking, knowledge, versatility, practical experience, and passion for the work. This position requires the ability to manage a dedicated team, engage with the public, and collaborate with upper management and the Board of Trustees.

Tutor available

Abigail Arnold Tutoring LLC can provide online tutoring for students from middle school upwards in English and writing across the academic disciplines, as well as help with college and other application essays.  With a a PhD in English, Abigail Arnold is an experienced teacher and tutor in these subjects and has extensive experience working with English language learners.

For more information, please visit  https://www.abigailarnoldtutoring.com

Sign up for the NewtonSTEM newsletter: Science/Tech/Engineering/Math

NewtonSTEM.org publishes a free weekly newsletter of announcements about Science/Tech/Engineering/Math relevant to Newton students, parents, teachers, and community volunteers. Sign up for the weekly email here, and you can unsubscribe at any time. Now in its 10th year, NewtonSTEM is a clearinghouse for information about STEM achievements, events, opportunities, and resources, both in and outside of school, specifically relevant to Newton. For more information – or to submit announcements – email info@newtonstem.org.

Newton SEPAC Open Board Meetings

Please note below the dates for Newton SEPAC Open Board Meetings for the 2020/21 school year. Meetings will be held via zoom, at 7:00pm on the following dates.
Meeting reminders, including zoom info and agenda will be announced and posted prior to each meeting. Please visit newtonpac.org for more information about Newton SEPAC.

October 6th
November 17th
December 15th
January 12th
February 23rd
March 16th
April 13th
May 18th
June 15th

7th annual Newton Turkey Trot 5K Virtual Edition

In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, this year’s race will support the Newton Turkey Trot mission while at the same time adhering to local and federal guidelines around social distancing. There will not be a traditional race day, runners will run their own virtual race in their own time the week of November 21st – 29th. Run this race when you want, where you want! All of the race proceeds will go to the Newton Food Pantry and the Travis Roy Foundation’s Ethan Wang Fund. Both of these amazing organizations need our support more than ever.

The Newton Food Pantry is seeing an unprecedented increase in new clients during the current health crisis. We are standing by our commitment to raise $10,000 to support these families over the Thanksgiving holiday.

The Travis Roy Foundation’s Ethan Wang Fund provides funding for spinal cord research, medical and rehabilitative therapies and adaptive equipment. This special fund reflects the mission of the Travis Roy Foundation to help victims of spinal cord injuries achieve independence and to enjoy lives as full and complete as possible.

Get your turkeys in a row and trot on! Register or donate at www.newtonturkeytrot.org.
Newton Turkey Trot 5K November 2020 Virtual Edition – We Will Trot On Together, Apart!

Historic Newton’s Homestead Hayfest Goes Online!

The annual Homestead Hayfest, a FREE family-friendly day of 19th century activities and crafts will go online this year! Visit Homestead Hayfest anytime during the week of October 7th – 14th for online exhibits about what life was like in Newton in the 1800s with activities you can try at home. Topics will include butter churning, a special Hayfest Storytime, weaving with Beth Guertin of A Place to Weave, Native American baskets, 19th century fun and games, and much more.