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Open Arts Day at the Arsenal Ctr for the Arts, May 4

The Arsenal Center for the Arts hosts Open Arts Day, a celebration of community.

Saturday, May 4, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
321 Arsenal Street in Watertown

The free open house features the diverse programming offered by the Center and its three resident companies – New Repertory Theatre, Watertown Children’s Theatre and Quilters’ Connection.

Throughout the day, there will be activities for the whole family: performances, live music, exhibits, demonstrations and workshops in art, theatre and more. In addition, every registrant will receive a ticket to be entered into a raffle for free theatre tickets or summer art classes.

For more information and a schedule of the day’s events, visit the Arsenal Arts website.

Jewish Cultural Sunday School open house, May 2

John the Boston Workmen’s Circle Center for Jewish Culture and Social Justice at an Open House for its Jewish Cultural Sunday School

May 2nd, 2013
Dinner at 6pm, presentation at 6:30pm
1762 Beacon Street, Brookline MA 02445

The Jewish Cultural Sunday School engages children grades K-7 in an exploration of Jewish identity rooted in Jewish culture and traditions of social justice. Through an educational experience based on both classroom learning and community building, the Sunday School curriculum emphasizes Jewish history, culture and progressive ideals that shape our identity and values as a people.

The Open House will provide prospective new families with an overview of our curriculum, along with a chance to ask questions of our Education Director and current Sunday School parents. Please also join us for dinner (provided) at 6pm before the presentation at 6:30. Programming for children age 5-8 will be available while parents are at the presentation.

For more information, visit the website or call (617) 566-6281

Newton Family Singers Spring Concert – The Tide is High

Get ready to dive into the warmer weather with the Newton Family Singers as they perform their Spring concert … The Tide is High.

Go with the flow, and join us for a program of tender, poignant and rocking water-inspired songs by an eclectic mix of artists including the Beatles, Lyle Lovett, Blondie, the Grateful Dead and the Indigo Girls.  Bring your family and come sing with us!

Sunday, May 5th, 4:00 p.m.
Memorial-Spaulding Elementary School Auditorium,
250 Brookline Street, Newton.

Tickets can be purchased online! Visit www.newtonfamilysingers.org or email us at ne**************@***il.com.

The Newton Family Singers are an intergenerational chorus and band celebrating family, community and American folk music.

Historic Newton News

The 31st Annual Newton House Tour
May 19, 2013, 12:00-5:00 pm
Volunteers Needed! Attend the tour for FREE!
Volunteers are needed (11:30 am-2:30 pm or 2-5 pm.) In return for service, all volunteers receive a free ticket. To volunteer for the tour please e-mail ne*************@***il.com.
Buy your tickets now online or call 617.796.1450

APRIL
Thursday, April 25, 7:00 PM
A CITY OF VILLAGES-THE 2013 NEWTON HISTORY SERIES
Shaped by the Train: The “Ideal Village” of Newton Highlands
How did Newton Highlands go from a collection of farms to a streetcar suburb of Boston? Did you ever wonder about the explosive growth of the village and the many architectural styles of its houses? Join Srdjan Nedeljkovic, president of the Newton Highlands Neighborhood Area Council, as he takes you on a journey through the history of what many consider to be Newton’s ideal village and learn about its past, present, and possible future. Cosponsored by Historic Newton and the Newton Free Library. At the Newton Free Library, 330 Homer Street. Free.

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Learn about Girl Scouting at NewtonServes Day, April 28

Do you know of a girl who is interested in Girl Scouting? Bring her along as both of you help Newton Girl Scouts volunteer on “NewtonServes Day”, Sunday April 28. From 9:30-11:30am, Newton Girl Scouts will be completing an art project. From 12:30 until 2:30pm they’ll be outdoors sprucing up and planting.

You’ll both be working alongside current Newton Girl Scouts and leaders in a service project at the Newton Senior Center. It’s a great way to ask questions about scouting and to get involved in a meaningful way.

Please register at the NewtonServes link.  Once on the link, click on the red callout box for more information about this event and sign up instructions.

Workshop: How to Run for Local Public Office, April 23

Considering public office? Helping someone run for office? Interested in how local campaigns work?

The League of Women Voters of Newton and the Newton Election Commission invite candidates, potential candidates, campaign managers, campaign treasurers, and all interested citizens to a workshop that offers practical information and advice about political campaigns by a group of knowledgeable panelists:

· Jason Tait, Director of Communication and Public Education, MA Office of Campaign and Political Finance, will give an overview of the Campaign and Political Finance Law
· David Olson, Newton City Clerk, will describe local filing requirements
· Claire Sokoloff, will discuss serving on the School Committee
· Stephen Linsky, will discuss being an Alderman
· Melanie Graham, Editor of the Newton Patch, will discuss effective Press/Media communications

Tuesday, April 23, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Brigham House, 20 Hartford Street, Newton Highlands.

Contact the League of Women Voters of Newton at 617-383-4598 or by email with any questions.

Spring Improv Jam at Newton North, April 24

Newton North’s Theatre Ink presents the Spring Improv Jam, a showcase performance of the students who attend its Improv Club.

The players combine Improv games and audience inspirations to create a fun filled  performance. Join the fun — come see the show!

April 24 at 7:00pm
Little Theatre at Newton North High School, 457 Walnut Street, Newtonville

Tickets are $7.00 and are available at the Theatre Ink website or by emailing the theatre’s director, Adam Brown.

Drop off donations for Cradles to Crayons, April 28

Newton Girl Scouts in conjunction with Newton Serves, is organizing a clothing, book and toy drive for Cradles to Crayons, a local organization that distributes new & gently-used items to more than 15,000 kids –in-need in Massachusetts.

Donations can be dropped off at City Hall on Newton Serves Day: Sunday April 28th from 9:00 – 3:00.  This is a great time to do some spring cleaning and help children in need by providing items essential for their safety, education or warmth.

Please make certain items are clean, with no stains or tears.  Donations are tax deductible.

Russian Cultural Festival, April 19-21

A three-day “From Russia With Arts and Culture” Russian Festival returns to the Newton Cultural Center for a second year from April 19 – 21, with a weekend packed full of Russian artists, musicians, food, dances, costumes, demonstrations and a film screening and discussion.

The Festival opens on Friday, April 19th from 5pm – 9pm with a painting exhibition from the From Russia With Art Gallery, and musical performances including soprano Yelena Dudochkin and violinist Vera Rubin. There will be appetizers from local Russian restaurants and the screening of the award-winning film “Second Life – Boston”.

On Saturday from 10am – 7pm and Sunday from noon – 6pm, you can fully immerse yourself in Russian culture with discussions, demonstrations, stories, songs, dances, fashion and jewelry shows and browse unique Russian souvenirs for sale.
The full program of events is available online.

The Festival is sponsored by the Mayor’s Office for Cultural Affairs and Newton Community Pride and their generous sponsors. Admission is free, but please bring a donation for the Newton Food Pantries.