Monthly Archives: September 2016

BBQ, Badges, and Ball

Come to Mayor Warren and Chief MacDonald’s First Annual BBQ, Badges, and Ball.

They’re building on a commitment to and tradition of community policing by strengthening the community’s connection with the police officers who work hard to keep our neighborhoods safe.

Mayor Warren and Chief MacDonald are hoping that all representatives of our Newton community attend, including: youth and students, families, and seniors from all villages and backgrounds. It will be a great opportunity for the City to continue to build strong community connections and a solid civic infrastructure.

The event will take place at Newton Centre Playground, with a rain location of Newton North, and will include a 3-on-3 basketball tournament for youth over 14-years-old to play against our own Newton police, food, music, and additional games for all ages. All are encouraged to join.

For additional information, please click here or call 617-796-1420.

The Bigelow Picnic!

The weather might get a little damp, but that won’t dampen the Bigelow spirit – we will be having fun, rain or shine!

When: Wednesday, September 14th from 5:30 to 7 PM

Where: Burr Park (cafeteria and/or gym in case of rain)

Food: Chik Chak food truck and Zack’s Ice Cream truck

We will have outdoor play equipment as well as board and card games (in case of rain) and a great time will be had by all.

The Bigelow Picnic At Burr Park This Wednesday

Grab some blankets, your favorite frisbee and ball, and join the fun at Burr Park on Wednesday, September 14th starting at 5:30 PM. There will be old friends to see, new friends to make  and summer stories to swap! And you don’t need to worry about packing a picnic basket – we will have ice cream and food trucks available (food for purchase).

Come join the fun!

 

Happy Kids, Delicious Treats, Clean Cars – Volunteers Needed!

The 8th Grade Car Wash and Bake Sale is planned for Friday, September 23rd, to raise funds for 8th grade activities.

Parents/guardians of 8th graders: Please consider volunteering either on the day of the car wash or by sending in baked goods to be sold at the bake sale. Follow this link to sign up.

All Bigelow community members: Please bring your cars and your sweet teeth and encourage your friends and neighbors to stop by to get their cars cleaned and drive away with delicious baked goods!

 

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Learn to Play the Ukulele!

Now Registering kids in Grades 2 – 5 for the Fall Session:
Uke 1 – an introduction class to the ukulele and perfect for kids who want to learn an instrument, while exploring the world of musicianship. Students will learn basics of the instrument, including rhythmic strumming and chords. They will be playing songs in a few short weeks! Tuesdays, 1:15 – 2:00 pm

Uke 2 – The student must have completed Uke 1. All levels of players are welcome for continued learning and weekly “jam session”. Tuesadys, 2:15 – 3:00 pm

Bring your own instrument or contact teacher for rental. To register: www.activityreg.com, click on MA, click on Newton Parks & Recreation, click on Register, click on Programs or Activities, click on Mayor’s Office for Cultural Affairs, click on Ukulele classes. Or call 617-796-1540 for more information.

Tuesdays, September 20th – November 22nd
Newton Cultural Center, City Hall

Summer Reading Wrap-up Party

Come to Mayor Setti Warren’s Summer Reading Wrap-up Party. Join Mayor Warren in celebrating the accomplishments of our summer readers at a special ice cream celebration courtesy of Cabot’s!

Mayor Warren will congratulate readers and recognize our top participants. At 3:00 pm Vanessa Trien and her lively folk/roots/pop band, the Jumping Monkeys will perform. She is known for her highly interactive shows, featuring plenty of group singing and movement. There will also be henna for teens by Noureen Design from 2:00 – 4:00
pm.

Festivities will be held in front of the Newton Free Library at the Homer Street Entrance (or in Druker Auditorum in case of rain) and will include activities for children, teens and adults, so bring the whole family.

September 17th, 2:00 pm

Upcoming Teen Programs @ the Library

Writing College Essays That Make a Difference: This presentation will provide students with strategies for writing a college application essay that can make the difference between a “Yes” and a “Maybe.” Students will look at case studies of successful essays, and have the opportunity to have their essays assessed by Dr. Adam Schwartz who taught writing at Harvard and Wellesley for twenty-five years. His service on the Board of Admissions at Wellesley College has provided him with an insider’s knowledge of the college application process. For teens and families. If students would like to meet one-on-one with Mr. Schwartz, please email a draft of your essay by September 11th to aschwartz42695@gmail.com. Register online. September 12th, 7:00 pm, Druker
Auditorium.

Typewriter Poetry: Get creative with the new monthly Typewriter Poetry group. We’ll be getting together to use old-school typewriters and write poems for library patrons on the spot! The group will meet in the Library on the third Monday of every month. Grades 7-12.   September 19th, 7:00 pm, second floor Teen Area

Girls Who Code Information Session: Want to learn to build an app, design a video game and change the world through code? Join an information session about Girls Who Code (GWC), a national nonprofit organization leading the movement to inspire, educate and equip girls with the computing skills to pursue 21st-century opportunities.  GWC is for girls in Grades 6-12. Register online for the Information Session. Registration is also now open until September 22nd for this year’s Club. September 19th, 7:00 pm, Druker Auditorium.

Young Strings Competition deadline

The 5th Annual Roman Totenberg Young Strings Competition application deadline is September 15th. In memory of Professor Roman Totenberg, whose legacy as a gifted violinist and masterful teacher, is celebrated by this annual Competition and Gala Recital.

String players ages 8 – 18 are invited to apply. Candidates for Round 2 (The Competition) will be notified by September 22nd. The Competition takes place on October 8th, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm at the Newton Cultural Center at City Hall.

The registration fee includes admission to the Gala Recital, Gala Dinner, professional recording and cash prizes. The Winners’ Gala Concert and Reception is on October 10th at 2:00 pm at the Newton Cultural Center at City Hall. For complete guidelines and to apply, visit www.newtoncommunitypride.org. For additional information, contact Dr. Vera Rubin, Director and Founder at totenbergcompetition@verarubin.org.