Boss Lady Boxing is a boxing, strength and conditioning program for women ages 45+. Taught by national champion boxer Dena Lawton, and trainer/coach Lisa Carusone, BLB is for women looking to make mid-life their best years yet.
BLB runs for six weeks (12 sessions) Januray 6th – Februray 12th. Learn more here: http://ilovenewton.com/boss-lady-boxing/
Boston Music Institute invites piano, string, and woodwind soloists and ensembles to participate in the 2019 Competition. The application deadline is November 11, 2019. For age categories 8-12, 13-17, and 18-25.
1st Place Award:
2nd Place Award:
Apply here: Registration. More information avaialable here: BMI
Competition December 1st
Shalin Liu Performance Center
Tutoring available in all levels of Spanish grammar, literature, conversation, and writing by an experienced, Massachusetts certified and licensed tutor who is well acquainted with the Newton Spanish curriculum. References available. Contact Libby at libby@libbysands.com or 617-256-4780.
A junior at Brown University majoring in Computer Science and Economics, Matt Siff has long had a passion for helping students with a wide-range of math tutoring needs including algebra, calculus and linear algebra. He recently started a tutoring company called Next Door Tutors which specializes in tutoring for the ACT and SAT as well as nearly any high-school subject. All of their tutors have recently gone through the college-process with an average ACT score of a 35 and offer a structured tutoring program based on students’ individual needs.
Please feel free to call Matt at 617-610-8444 or email MyNextDoorTutors@gmail.com. See the website www.MyNextDoorTutors.com for more information.
Registration for the 6th annual Newton Turkey Trot is now open! This year they will be supporting two great causes: The Newton Food Pantry and the Travis Roy Foundation’s Ethan Wang Fund. Ethan is a Newton South class of 2016 graduate and Boston University political science student who survived severe spinal damage in March 2019. We are hoping for a large turn-out from our students!
Register early before the prices increase and to be guaranteed an awesome T-shirt!
Race day is November 23rd (the Saturday before Thanksgiving), A USATF accredited 5K at 9:00 am, the kids’ 1 mile fun run at 8:30 am. Details, registration and volunteer info at http://www.newtonturkeytrot.org
The Community Preservation Committee meeting includes an announcement by Mayor Ruthanne Fuller about the preservation of open space at 300 Hammond Pond Parkway (“Webster Woods”) and a PUBLIC HEARING on a design funding request for the Pigeon Hill Trail portion of the proposed Riverside Greenway along the Charles River in Auburndale.
Please note that the Mayor’s announcement at this meeting is not a public hearing. The CPC will follow its usual public notice, public access, and public hearing process for the anticipated Webster Woods funding request. For details see www.newtonma.gov/cpa or contact Alice Ingerson at aingerson@newtonma.gov or 617-796-1144.
October 10th, 7:00 pm, Newton City Hall City Council Chamber
Come to one or both of the presentations:
Dr. Julie Edmunds and Ms. Jennifer Dirga will lead a panel discussion on how to develop skills to manage anxiety and the different aspects of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), providing education for and practical tips for parents. Dr. Edmunds is an assistant in Psychology at MGH and an Instructor of Psychology in the Department of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School, specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for children, adolescents, and young adults with anxiety, mood, and behavioral disorders. Ms. Jennifer Dirga MSW, LICSW. was the Director of Social-Emotional and Learning at Project Adventure and a former MAA School Counselor.
Jessica Minahan will speak about how parents can help children reduce and manage anxiety. Ms. Minahan is a licensed and board-certified behavior analyst (BCBA), author, special educator, and consultant to schools. Since 2000 she has worked with students who struggle with mental health issues and challenging behavior in school systems.
For more information and to register for this free series click here https://www.maa.school/apps/form/speakerseries?fbclid=IwAR2S2-M8UtLYJXWp_ViRMo26F_6dKuhVVtIH1jtynF8bpGdwtm0FT9lL588
October 15th, 7:00 – 9:00 pm and December 4th, 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Mount Alvernia Academy, 20 Manet Road, Chestnut Hill
Registration for the NGBA 2019-2020 season opens this week.
Please visit the NGBA website http://www.newtongirlsbball.com/ to register and obtain additional details about the league.
Learn to Lax is a FREE introduction to boys lacrosse for those looking to learn the
sport in a safe, fun environment. Newton Youth Lacrosse will offer small group introductory coaching from experienced coaches that include former high school and college players.
These new players will be introduced to lacrosse and learn some of the basics,
including throwing, catching, and ground balls that will start to build confidence
with the intent of leading your child into the upcoming season (their first).
The fastest sport on two feet is also one of the fastest growing sports in America.
Newton Youth Lacrosse is excited to be one of the largest town youth lacrosse
programs in New England leading that charge.
For beginner boys lacrosse players, Grades 1 – 8 (Newton Residents or attending
school in Newton). No gear is required. Players are just asked to arrive with
sneakers laced up and a positive attitude ready to participate in an hour and a half
of fun and memorable skills training. For questions feel free to email newtonlaxU11@gmail.com or visit www.NewtonYouthLacrosse.com
REGISTER: Please send your child’s name, school, and current grade to
newtonlaxU11@gmail.com While there is no cost associated, registration is appreciated so that they can plan appropriately.
October 27th, 10:00 – 11:30 am (please arrive 15 minutes early)
McGrath Field, 1600 Washington Street, Newton
Cost: FREE
The West Suburban YMCA is a non-profit whose mission is to strengthen the foundations of our community by supporting youth development, healthy living and social responsibility for all.
They are currently seeking applicants with backgrounds in early education or childcare and are looking to immediately fill part-time and full-time positions within the preschool, afterschool, and Kids’ Corner programs. Work with other like-minded professionals in a fun organization where you can make a difference in a child’s life.
Open positions include EEC Certified Lead Teacher, EEC Certified Teacher, Afterschool Program Group Leaders, and Kids’ Corner Program Staff.
Employees of the Y receive great benefits, a free membership, professional development opportunities, and more. The Y is located at 276 Church Street in Newton Corner.
To view all employment opportunities and submit and application, please visit wsymca.org/careers and click “Apply Today.” For more information, please contact Laura Snow at lauras@wsymca.org.