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Newton Family & Friends Ski Trip – Bolton Valley March 3rd – 5th

Randy Friedman, father of two boys in the Newton schools and Director of Ski & Travel for an adult ski, sports, and social club here in Boston, invites you on a friends and family ski trip. If you are interested please see below.

Bolton Valley is set amidst 5,000 acres of Vermont’s most spectacular Green Mountain vistas with the highest base elevation of any Vermont ski resort. In addition to skiing and riding from its 3,150-foot summit, the recreational opportunities are as numerous as the views are spectacular. Whether your interest is skiing or snowboarding, telemark or Nordic, backcountry or night skiing or just a relaxing snowshoe in the woods, BV has it all in abundance. Bolton Valley offers 71 trails and glades for Alpine skiing and riding and 100km of Nordic and backcountry trails. Bolton Valley Ski Resort is the perfect location for the entire family.

Trip Includes:
* 2 night’s slopeside lodging at The Inn at Bolton Valley (standard room with 2 double beds) * There are a few rooms with 2 queen beds….first in, get them.
* 2-day lift pass
* Daily breakfast buffet
* Saturday night Italian dinner buffet

SIGN UP BY DECEMBER 9th!

Adult non-skiers or pass holders may deduct $60 OFF trip price for no lift passes.
Child (7-17) non-skiers or pass holders deduct $50 OFF the trip price for no lift passes.

*Under 4 years old are free, but do not count toward occupancy. 4-6 years old ski free, so deduct $50 for no lift passes needed. COST:
*2 people to a room – $510 (1 adult, 1 child 7-17)
*3 people to a room – $660 (1 adult, 2 child 7-17)
*3 people to a room – $670 (2 adult, 1 child 7-17)
*4 people to a room – $820 (2 adult, 2 child 7-17)

Add $150 for child (7-17) over 4 people in a room
Add $160 for adult (17+) over 4 people in a room

Email Randy at randyhfriedman@gmail.com or call 617-970-3079 for any questions.

Full payment is needed to secure spots. Space is on first come first serve basis and based on availability, or December 9th, whichever comes first. After December 9th on space available basis.

CANCELLATIONS: Cancellations before January 13, 2017 are fully refundable. After January 13th, there are NO REFUNDS! unless they can replace you with another family of equal number. Cancellations must be in writing.

Make checks out to Seven Travel LLC. Mail checks to Seven Travel LLC; ATTN: Randy Friedman; 7 Parker St; Newton MA 02459

IMPORTANT NOTE: ……this is not a chaperoned trip, nor instructions. You must ski with your children or arrange proper care or instruction. Ski school and/or day care are available through Bolton Valley.

Writing Tutor Available

Does your child struggle with writing assignments? Jane Hirschhorn can help your student become a more successful writer. With more than 20 years of experience, she tailors her approach to make the best use of each student’s learning style on school writing tasks. Jane is also available for help with college essays.

For more information, please contact jane@jbhtutoring.com or 617-957-7208 or visit her website, jbhtutoring.com.

Math and Science Tutor Helps Students Develop Test-Taking Skills

A tutor, experienced at helping students with high school and college level Math, Biology, and Chemistry, wants to help Newton students turn tests into occasions to show off! Peter Reischer is a matriculating medical student and recent graduate of the University of Virginia. A National Merit Scholar, with 800’s in SAT Reading and Math, and a graduate of the #1 public high school in America, as ranked by US News and World Report, Peter knows how to turn the tables on test-makers by developing confidence in oneself as well as the material. Please contact Peter Reischer at 703-401-7372 or peter.reischer@gmail.com for references, rates, and questions.

High School Start Time Forum – October 19th at 7:00 pm

On Wednesday, October 19th, the district will host a community forum on potential changes to the high school start time. The forum is an opportunity for you to provide your feedback on the positive and negative impacts of a start time change. Several potential scenarios will be presented. Some change only the high school hours. Others change school hours at all schools. The working group’s year-end report can be found on the district website. Potential scenarios can be found here. Attached is a flyer on the forum. Please consider attending to share your feedback. Or, email your thoughts to laterstart@newton.k12.ma.us.

Newton Inspires 2016

Register for Newton Inspires TODAY!

On November 14th, people from across Newton’s 13 villages once again will gather at Newton South High School for NSF’s 6th annual Newton Inspires: An Evening of Ideas and Community.

Newtonians representing a variety of fields and interest areas will share their insights, ideas and impressions. Be Inspired at Newton Inspires. Sessions fill fast so don’t delay signing up.

November 14th, 7:00 – 9:30 pm
Newton South HS

Meet our Assistant Superintendent for Student Services

Dear Newton Community:

I look forward to partnering with you as the new Assistant Superintendent for Student Services. The summer has been busy and exciting meeting new colleagues, families and community members. Please click here for my complete introduction and welcome letter.

Please take a few minutes to click on the link below and complete this brief survey to assist my learning in how best the Office of Student Services can support and serve you.

goo.gl/forms/aRt39WiyDzyrMnTA2

Many thanks,
Karen Shmukler

Newton South Stage Presents “Bat Boy: The Musical”

Get in the mood for Halloween by coming to see South Stage’s Bat Boy: The Musical!

Bat Boy: The Musical was inspired by a series of tabloid headlines published in 1992 by The Weekly World News claiming that a terrifying creature, half-man and half-bat, had been discovered in a cave, escaped, and was being pursued by government officials. With a beat-driven rock score that pays homage to the rock musicals of the late ’60s and early ’70s, Bat Boy provides a compelling theatrical metaphor for the dangers of prejudice, intolerance, and provincialism.

Note: Bat Boy contains images of blood and violence and references to rape and incest. PG-13. Tickets are on sale now  Click here to purchase tickets in advance.

October 13th, 14th, and 15th, 7:30 pm
Seasholes Auditorium, 140 Brandeis Road

Harvest Fair

The 42nd annual Harvest Fair is a two day event on the Newton Center Green:

  • Saturday, October 15th, has kiddie rides and face painting
  • Sunday, October 16th from 10:00 am –5:00 pm is the Craft Show, Green Expo, Free Pumpkin Decorating and all of the fabulous entertainment. The entertainment begins with Newton’s young musical talent The Dominoes and Jared and the Giants – two fabulous middle school bands you won’t want to miss, followed by Martial Arts, Dance Performances by local dance studios, the YCCA Rock Band and a performance by the amazing students of the Suzuki School of Newton. Closing out the afternoon, are three terrific local bands: The Highlands Conservatory Band- instructors from the local Conservatory of Music; Loose Change – a rock band of Newton educators, and Spicolli’s- yet another talented Newton band.

The favorites at Harvest Fair on Sunday are still there…free pumpkin decorating, kiddie amusement rides, the 150 different craft and business booths selling everything from hand-made beautiful jewelry, clothing to imaginative gifts, and the Green Expo, sponsored by Green Newton, with exhibitors offering solutions for reducing your carbon footprint. As always, gotta have great food and they do!

Visit www.newtoncommunitypride.org or call 617-796-1540 for more information.

Community Services Expo

We are excited to announce a partnership between Congressman Joe Kennedy III and the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) to promote Community Service Opportunities within the 4th Congressional District!

Congressman Joe Kennedy III and the Corporation for National and Community Service invite YOU to participate in a volunteer expo!  Take this opportunity to promote your organization and connect with neighbors who are interested in serving. The event is supported by Mount Ida College, Wheaton College and MA Campus Compact, and will be a great chance to introduce yourself to the local student community.

As a returned Peace Corps volunteer, Congressman Kennedy is committed to community and national service and looks forward to hearing about the great work being done in this community! Share your organization’s volunteer opportunities with the communities in and around the 4th Congressional District.

Community Organizations can reserve their table through EventBrite. For Mount Ida – REGISTER HERE! For Wheaton – REGISTER HERE! 

Community members can RSVP through EventBrite or Facebook! The Event is Free and Open to the Public. Printed tickets are not required!

October 15th, Mt Ida College, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm and Wheaton College, 11:00 am- 2:00 pm

“Meet the Author”

Parents, Children and Teachers Are Invited to “Meet the Author” at Understanding Our Differences’ Family Book Event. Join UOD to welcome Kimberly Brubaker Bradley to Newton! She will discuss and sign her award-winning middle grade novel, The War That Saved My Life, a story of triumph against all odds by a girl with a physical disability, set during World War II. Patti Karam, Library Teacher at Horace Mann Elementary School, will be our event moderator.

Free for children and Newton Public Schools teachers and staff. Requested donation at the door is $10.00 for adults. Registration (save your space) is required in advance at this link: http://understandingourdifferences.org/book-event/

October 18th,  7:00 – 8:00 pm
Book signing follows. (Books will be available for purchase at the event.)
Newton South High School Auditorium, 140 Brandeis Road

For more information, email info@UnderstandingOurDifferences.org