Tag Archives: mid

Newton Has Talent 2014

Newton Has Talent 2014: Announcing that Matt Siegel, from Matty in the Morning Radio show on Kiss 108 is going to be the MC this year!!!

The Rotary Club of Newton is proud to once again present the area’s premiere Talent Show – Newton Has Talent! 2014. Now in its second year, the contest is open to virtually any act, and talent of all ages 13+ are invited to compete for the $1,000 first Prize. All proceeds will support the Rotary Club of Newton’s community service projects benefiting local organizations.

Entry deadline is now extended through February 25th at midnight. So if you were procrastinating you still have time to get your act in! Live performance by the top ten finalists will be on March 30th at Newton North High School. For more information and to submit, go to www.newtonhastalent.org.

Marketing Committee seeking volunteers

Do you have experience writing promotional letters, press releases and feature stories?
Newton at Home www.newtonathome.org, is looking for volunteers to join the Marketing and Communications Committee to help increase its visibility. Newton at Home and its members (Newton Senior Citizens) will benefit greatly from your expertise. Please call Julie Plaut Mahoney at 617-795-2560 or email: vo******@**********me.org.

Newton Sing of Handel’s Judas Maccabeus

The Zamir Chorale of Boston leads a Newton Sing of Handel’s Judas Maccabeus. Please join the Zamir Chorale of Boston and Director Joshua Jacobson in a highly entertaining community sing of Handel’s Judas Maccabeus. Choral singers of all levels, and lovers of all music are invited to join members of the Zamir Chorale of Boston, and pianist Edwin Swanborn to sing favorite choruses from Handel’s famous Oratorio, including “Hallelujah, Amen” and “See the Conquering Hero.” Bring your own score, or use one of theirs. Admission is free, while donations are welcome. For more information, visit www.newtoncommunitypride.org

Sunday, March 9th,  1:30 pm
Newton City Hall

Learn Chinese in Newton

Small classes, friendly environment, enriched activities, and experienced teachers. After school program and summer camp enrollment is open now. Contact Teresa Liu at jt*****@***il.com if you have any questions.

Click on these links for more information:
– After school program: http://www.gbcca.org/?q=node/199
– Summer program: http://www.gbcca.org/?q=node/924

Maximizing Social Media to Market Your Business

Come hear social media and marketing experts share their tips for effectively using social media to market your business. Our distinguished panelists and moderator will share their collective experience on use of LinkedIn, Facebook, Google plus, SEO and other media tools and methods to increase visibility, credibility and revenues for businesses of all sizes and in all industries. Come network, have some nibbles, and learn a few new tricks for marketing your business! And, if you have burning questions that you’d like to submit in advance to be sure the panelists cover the topics, you can do so through the RSVP link below.

Tuesday, March 4th
6:30-7:00 pm Networking
7:00-8:00 pm Panel Discussion and Q&A
8:00-8:30 pm Wrap up and Networking
Waban Library Center, 1608 Beacon St, Waban

RSVP: www.SignUpGenius.com/go/20F044EA5AA23A31-thenewton/15312666 Presented by The Newton Network. $10 suggested contribution at the door (to cover admission and refreshments).

Panelists:
Diane Greer. Diane is program manager Continue reading →

Coffee House benefits children in Africa

The annual Youth Coffeehouse will be held on March 1st, 7 :00 to 11:00 pm. This event featuring and organized by students from Newton Public Schools is a benefit for vulnerable children in Africa.

The coffeehouse begins with acoustic and comedy acts. After intermission, a number of live bands will perform. All proceeds from ticket sales, food, t shirts, and crafts from Zambia are donated to Communities Without Borders, a non-profit organization that supports the education and well-being of AIDS orphans and vulnerable children living in and around Lusaka, Zambia. Tickets are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for students, although additional donations are welcome. For more information see: www.fusn.org/content/coffeehouse or call 617-527-3203.

First Unitarian Society
1326 Washington St.
West Newton

Baby it’s still cold outside! And snowy and icy and slushy…

Older adults, members of Newton at Home, need your help. Consider becoming a volunteer for Newton at Home. Drivers are needed to accompany members to appointments, shopping and trips to Logan Airport. As residents of Newton you know your way around! Please be in touch to support a growing community of neighbors-helping-neighbors.
Please call Julie Plaut Mahoney at 617-795-2560 or email: vo******@**********me.org and THANKS.

Register for Newton Girls Softball before February 28th

Newton Girls Softball is a recreational league for over 300 Newton girls in grades 1-7. The league is committed to providing an experience that fosters positive self-esteem, team spirit, and individual growth through personal achievement and as a team member. Players of all skill levels will have a fun and rewarding experience.

Please visit www.NewtonGirlsSoftball.org for more details and/or to register on-line.
February 28th is the last date to register with guaranteed placement and pair-me-with requests. After February 28th: Placed on wait list without “pair-me-with” rights

Opening Day: Sunday, April 27, 2014

Franklin School Auction

Franklin Elementary School PTO in West Newton, MA is holding an ONLINE fundraising auction from March 7th – March 28th. Open to all, the auction features great deals on area entertainment, restaurants, classes, camps, museums, services and the like. When you bid, you win great fun at a fraction of retail price and the PTO uses the proceeds of the auction to enhance the education of students at Franklin Elementary School in West Newton.

Check It Out, Bid, and Spread the Word! www.biddingforgood.com/franklinauction

Cupcakes on Centre in Newton Centre Has Gone Nut Free!

Now a Nut Free environment offering nut free Cupcakes, cakes, cookies. Gluten Free option available. Custom made cakes available for birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, etc! Call Elizabeth at 617- 244-3232.

Mention this email and receive: $1.00 off your next order
or $5.00 off a dozen. Consider Cupcakes on Centre for your Sweet Tooth needs.