Watertown Children’s Theatre (WCT) & the Arsenal Center for the Arts have combined and now offer many classes and programs for all ages:
Drawing, painting, printmaking, mixed media and ceramics.
Broadway dance, youth chorus, and several stage opportunities
For more information, view the online course catalog or peruse the WCT website.
Our community has been affected by suicide. Newton Cares: Coalition for Suicide Prevention and Mental Health is working diligently to train as many people as possible in the suicide prevention technique called QPR – Question, Persuade, Refer.
The more people who know how to act, the more lives may be saved. Please consider being trained. Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) teaches ordinary citizens how to recognize a mental health emergency and how to get a person at risk the help they need. Participants will learn how to: Recognize the warning signs of suicide, offer hope, and get help & refer.
Upcoming Trainings:
January 6th 4:00 – 6:00 pm for Teens Only
January 15th 6:00 – 8:00 pm for Adults Only
Space is limited. Registration is required. Training is FREE. Please register in advance at: www.newtonma.gov/newtoncares.
Dr. David Gotthelf, Coordinator for Therapeutic Services and Head School Psychologist, Dan Almeida, Coordinator for BCBA services and Miriam Kornitzer–Assistant principal for student services at Day Middle School, will lead a discussion of how to talk with your child about his or her disabilities. Topics will include the developmental readiness of kids to discuss and understand different issues, as well as parent communication of expectations and limit setting, sharing of feelings, and the use of resources such as therapists to help facilitate communication. The panel will be open to questions and shared experiences from parents.
January 14th at 7:30 pm in room 210 of the Education Center, 100 Walnut Street. Networking and light refreshments will begin at 7:15 pm.
For any questions please contact Eileen Sandberg, NewtonPAC Chair, at ei***********************@***il.com. Thanks!
Become a Newton School Volunteer and hear these words from a student.
*Tutor a 2nd – 5th grade child in basic mathematics concepts once a week
for 30-45 minutes.
*Select your preferred school, grade, day, and time.
*Play special math games that reinforce skills and help students gain
confidence and competence.
*Training, Everyday Math books and learning materials, and ongoing support
are provided.
*No teaching experience is needed.
For more information, please contact Ellen Bender at 617-559-6131 or at
el**********@***********ma.us.
The Freelance Players present: the Newton Freelance Troupe in Tortoise Vs. Hare. Tortoise Vs. Hare is an updated version of the classic fable by Aesop. Over confident hares, a steady tortoise, and forest animals ready to rescue the day make up the cast of this charming and hilarious musical by Stephen Murray. The Freelance Players troupe is a musical theatre ensemble of spirited performers ages 8-12.
Performances:
January 10th, 5:30 pm at Grace Church, 76 Eldredge Street
January 13, 4:00 pm UNDERWOOD SCHOOL, 101 Vernon Street
January 27, 4:30 CABOT SCHOOL, 229 Cabot Street
A discussion, support and activist group open to all Newton mothers of tween/teen daughters who are interested in figuring out how to best empower and support our girls.
January meetings:
Body Image Discussion Group – January 14th from 7:30-9:00 pm
• Open to all mothers of teen/tween girls in Newton – drop-ins are welcome!
• Get updated information on body image issues effecting teen girls
• Share your own experiences and concerns
• Learn how to help your daughter feel better about herself!
Drop-in Peer Support Groups – January 16th and 30th from 7:30-9:00 pm
• Open to all mothers of tween/teen girls in Newton – drop-ins are welcome!
• Share any concerns related to raising your daughter with a group of other supportive moms
Both meetings at Samadhi, 796 Beacon St, Newton Center (near B Street restaurant). For more information or to RSVP, please contact: Kim Gallaugher mo*******@*****il.com or 617-558-0092 or visit the website: ParentingOurTeens.org
January 9th and January 22nd Public Hearings on New Proposals
The CPC has scheduled the following hearings to receive public comment on new funding proposals: on January 9th, 7:00 pm, City Hall Room 209: Allen House (West Newton): CPA request $2,000,000; and Historic Burying Grounds, CPA request $290,207. On January 22nd, 7:00 pm, Weeks House, 7 Hereward Road (Newton Centre): Farlow Park (Newton Corner, historic resources), CPA request $476,780 and Newton Highlands Playground (recreation), current CPA request $240,000 (anticipated CPA construction request $1,960,000).
For more information, including the full text of all proposals, maps to meeting locations other than City Hall, and the deadline for submitting written comments if you cannot attend a hearing in person, see the program website www.newtonma.gov/cpa or contact Alice Ingerson, 617-796-1144 or ai*******@******ma.gov.
Celebrate the New Year with Mayor Setti Warren during an afternoon of free entertainment and fun. On December 31st, Newton City Hall will be a hive of activity. From 9:00 am – 1:30 pm please volunteer to help sort and drive food donations to the Newton Food Pantries. Please email ag*******@******ma.gov if you can help for a little while.
At 1:30 pm, the party begins with entertainment by David Polansky & the Dixieland All-Stars and breathtaking performances by Jade Lin’s American Chinese Art Society. Don’t miss the free face painting, balloon animals and refreshments all afternoon also! Admission is free, please bring a donation for the Newton Food Pantries.
We are also delighted to be holding the third annual Care Package Collection for the Soldiers. Please visit www.newtonma.gov for a list of items that are needed for the CarePacks. Please ask your child to write a letter or draw them a picture. The soldiers love to receive letters and drawings!
Campaign for Innovation Under Way!
Last spring, NSF kicked off our campaign to fund the expansion of innovation in the Newton Public Schools (NPS). NPS faculty and administration identified a variety of innovative initiatives throughout the school system that foster the development of creative thinking, collaborative problem solving, communication, and leadership skills students need to prepare for college and future jobs as well allowing educators to pursue new opportunities that will have the greatest impact on their practices, the lives of their students, and their school communities. Click here for more information
NSF Launches 2013-14 Annual Appeal
In November, NSF launched the 2013-14 Annual Appeal to support the Campaign for Innovation. Your donation will enable the Newton Public Schools to expand exciting new innovative initiatives throughout Newton’s 22 schools. Follow this link for information about donating and to donate online.
An underwater fantasy based on Chinese folklore, The Dragon King tells the tale of an intrepid Grandmother who journeys to the bottom of the sea in search of the elusive Dragon King, and the answers to why he has forsaken the land above. With colorful sea creatures, an exciting adventure, and a Dragon King that will knock your socks off!
Don’t be stuck inside with cabin fever over school vacation, this show is a delight for the whole family. Tickets in advance at www.newtoncommunitypride.org for $8.00 or $10.00 at the door. Open seating. 617-796-1540 for more information.
February 23rd, at Newton City Hall. 1:00 pm and 2:30 pm shows.