Talented Artist and Newton Parent, Vani Sayeed, has an opening of her art exhibit at the Newton Free Library on June 6 from 7:30-8:00. She donates a portion of the proceeds of the sale of her art to Newton Serves.The reception is free of charge, and she would like to invite the community to join her.
Monthly Archives: May 2012
Rhythmic Dreams
Rhythmic Dreams, New England’s elite non-profit rhythmic gymnastics school located in West Newton, is hosting a FREE Summer Program Open House on Monday, May 28th, from 2-4pm. Since 2002, Newton’s “best kept secret” has produced many local and national champions in this beautiful sport for girls, under the expert coaching of former champions from Romania, Ukraine, US and Russia. Stop by on Memorial Day to have fun with ribbons, balls, and hoops and learn tips for improving your flexibility, strength and coordination. This is a great opportunity to see what this Olympic sport is about and to learn more about our summer program or Fall 2012 afterschool program. For more information and to reserve a spot, please email info@rhythmicdreams.com or call 617-233-4493.
MEET THE ROBOTS
Please join the Newton LigerBots (www.ligerbots.com) for their annual spring event, Meet the Robots taking place at the Hyde Community Center in Newton Highlands on Saturday May 19th from 1-4pm. The event will feature robots from this year’s FIRST Robotics, FIRST Tech Challenge and FIRST Lego League Competitions. There will also be an underwater robot from the MIT Sea Perch Competition and iRobot will be there with some robots of their own. In addition, there will be a number of STEM (Science, Technology, Mathematics and Engineering) oriented activities with prizes. All ages are welcome to attend so come on down with the whole family and have some fun learning with the Newton Ligerbots!
Theatre Ink Proudly Presents Pippin
The musical Pippin tells the hilariously crazy, darkly surreal, but ultimately uplifting story of Pippin’s journey through a Wonderland-based alternate reality to find purpose and complete fulfillment in his life. Join us for a night of spectacular magic, catchy Stephen Schwartz tunes, and Fosse-inspired dances; challenge with us unsettlingly relatable portrayals of mindless war, sex, and political corruption; and, just maybe, believe again in love.
Music and Lyrics by Stephen Schwartz and a book by Roger O. Hirson
Directed by Pamela Chen and Sonya Maria Douglas
Musical Director: Melissa Weikart
Choreographer: Maddie Cetlin
May 24th, 25th, and 26th 2012
7:30PM in the Auditorium
Tickets $8 for Students and $10 for Adults
at Theatreink.net
Bike Newton Group Bike Rides – Every Monday
Mondays at 6pm BikeNewton leads a group Bike Ride starting and ending at the Newton Main Library on Homer St. Arrive at 5:45. These are “No Rider Left Behind” rides; Anyone may ride as long as their bikes are in good working order, and they are confident they can handle a leisurely 7 to 10 mile ride. Children must be with an adult, all riders must wear helmets, and adhere to safety rules of the road. We will go to scenic points in and around Newton. All new riders get a free copy of Bike Newton’s new Bike Map of Newton!! See www.bikenewton.org for last-minute schedule changes and further information. Questions? Email: nathan.aronow@verizon.net
Honor Thy Teacher Campaign
It’s that time of year again to honor exceptional Newton teachers and staff who have touched your child’s life. The suggested donation is $25 per teacher/staff member.
We celebrate Newton Public Schools teachers and staff by:
· Notifying honored teachers and staff of your gift
· Listing all honored teachers and staff in the Newton TAB
· Sharing honoree names with the Superintendent and Principals
· Ensuring your donations go to support teaching & learning in Newton schools.
To honor a teacher or staff person go to www.newtonschoolsfoundation.org.
Week-Long Summer Art Programs, at the New Art Center
Week-Long Summer Art Programs, at the New Art Center, June 25-Aug. 31, 9:00-3:30pm. Grades 1-10. Join us during our fun and creative week-long sessions for children and teens this summer! Be inspired by exciting and educational themes in our Children’s Program for grades 1-6. Daily classes in Visual Arts, Drama, Ceramics and Sculpture/3D, give children the opportunity to learn and grow with friends while being creative and having fun! Special presentations booked weekly with our favorite community partners! Teen Afternoon Ceramics, for students entering grades 7-10, 3:30-5:30pm. Gives teens more opportunity to work on hand-building skills and on the Potter’s Wheel. All skill levels are welcome. Tuition: $115/wk. Early Drop-Off, Extended Day options available. To register or for more information, visit www.NewArtCenter.org or call 617-964-3424.
Waban Village Day and Family Fun Run – Sunday, May 20th 10-3pm
The planning is in full swing for our Eighth Annual Waban Village Day. It will be filled with its traditional events, rides, entertainment, food and, of course, the family Fun Run starting off the festivities at 10AM in front of the Waban Library Center, 1608 Beacon Street. Even if you don’t participate, come down to cheer on the racers and meet our Grand Marshal, Sheldon Rothman, the oldest PMC participate at 83yrs young. Our corporate angel Whole Foods will be on hand, helping us out with some healthy food selections as well as hosting a booth. New this year will be a Beer Garden on the lawn of the Waban Library Center. Come out and join the fun! For more details and to register for the Fun Run go to http://www.wabanimprovement.org/ or email us at wabanimprovementsociety@gmail.com.
GUITAR LESSONS
Guitar lessons: all styles, ages and levels. Hours are flexible, both weekdays & weekends.
More than 12 years teaching experience, privately as well as at New England Conservatory and Tufts University. Master’s degree from New England Conservatory in Boston.
More information at: jazzonthecorner@gmail.com or http://teaching.assafkehati.com/
BROOKstock Music Concert, June 1, 7:30pm at Pine Manor College
A Music Festival for Brookline
BROOKstock: Where 1969 Meets 2012
Friday, June 1, 2012 7:30pm
Ellsworth Theatre, Pine Manor College
400 Heath St. Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
Brookline Music School ensembles and young emerging artists from Brookline will perform a variety of classic songs and original music at A Music Festival for Brookline, BROOKstock: Where 1969 Meets 2012 concert on Friday, June 1st at 7:30pm in the Ellsworth Theatre at Pine Manor College.
Brookline Music School ensembles will be performing music from 1969, the final year in an amazing decade of American popular music, one which laid the foundation for all that followed. Original music from Brookline’s most promising young bands, singer/songwriters, and composers will also be featured. BROOKstock seeks to contrast music from the 1960’s with music being created here and now by today’s young musicians. The similarities and differences between the two will, we hope, make for an exciting and entertaining evening of live music.
Admission is $10 general admission, $5 per student and all ages are welcome. Advance tickets can be purchased at Brookline Music School (25 Kennard Road, Brookline; 617-277-4593). For more information, visit the Brookline Music School website at www.bmsmusic.org or call 617-277-4593.