Berklee College of Music graduate seeking a limited number of new students for private/group guitar lessons in Newton. Lessons are offered in your home. All levels are welcome, including beginners. Through a comprehensive approach that combines technique, ear training and harmony, your son or daughter can develop music skills applicable to all styles of guitar playing. S/he will learn to play and analyze songs and solos from a broad range of musical genres. Also instruction in song-writing & composition available for those interested students. For references, video and audio samples, please contact Maldi Kellici at maldi.k@gmail.com 617-792-2244. For more info please visit maldikellici.com.
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Next week at the Newton Free Library!
Teen Crafternoons, Tuesday, September 17, 4:00 pm: Get creative in the second floor Teen Area of the Newton Free Library. Join in making back-to-school crafts like lunch boxes and pencil jars. Grades 6-12.
Mother-Daughter Book Club, Tuesday, September 17, 7:30 pm: Join the group in the second floor Teen Area of the Newton Free Library for the Mother-Daughter Book Club. The group will discuss Running Dream by Wendelin Van Draanen. To register (required), please call Liz, the Teen Librarian, at 617-796-1380 or email teens@newtonfreelibrary.net. Ages 12-15.
The New Common App Essay: What Students Should Know, Wednesday, September 18, 7:00 pm: Please join Debra Berger for a college essay writing workshop at the Newton Free Library in Druker Auditorium. Teens will learn about the five new Common Application essays, how to pick the essay prompt that highlights their strengths and skills, and how to write a standout essay that college admissions officers will notice. The basics of essay writing will be covered including:
* Using prewriting techniques
* Narrowing down and developing topic ideas
* Editing
* Timesaving techniques that will help make the process go more smoothly
* Organization and planning approaches to help you de-stress
Debra Berger has a master’s degree in education, with a major in educational research, measurement and evaluation from Boston College. She is an experienced English teacher and writing tutor in grades 9-12. An accomplished writer, Debra worked for over 10 years as a contributing education writer for nationally recognized publications including The Boston Globe and The Boston Parents Paper. The event is open to teens and adults.
10th annual trade and recycling day at Rumford Depot: Oct 5th
Newton residents may drop off books, household items, bicycles and reuseable building materials, such as plumbing and lighting fixtures, and non-upholstered furniture (no mattresses or couches) between 8:00 am and 1:00 pm on Saturday, October 5 at the Rumford Avenue Depot (off Lexington street in Auburndale). Materials for recycling will also be accepted.
Y3K Tutor
Call Y3K Tutor today when schoolwork goes the wrong way! Their many years of experience in teaching and educational consulting has developed the right way to motivate, the right way to teach, be understood, and be remembered. They tutor special education students such as ADD, ADHD, Asperger’s, Autism, Emotional/Behavioral, and gifted as well as regular ed. and test preparation. All subjects and ages are taught. Parents can now receive 25% off the first lesson. Call 781-492-8700 or log on to http://www.Y3KTutorInYourHome.com.
Woodwind Lessons
Andy Allen, experienced musician with a Masters from NEC offers lessons on all levels of saxophone/clarinet/flute. Fundamentals, instrumental technique, jazz/classical/rock. Can travel to your house or teach at studio in JP. For information, call 413-221-1643 or email andyallensaxophone@gmail.com.
Learn how to play Jazz
Learn how to play jazz at Harvey Finstein School of Music in Newton! Now forming new bands; all instruments and levels welcome. Learn how to read, improvise, and perform live with recitals at Ryles Jazz Club. Taught by accomplished, experienced professional musicians. Contact Eric at (617) 939-7308 or eric@ericschindlermusic.com for more information.
Waban Area Council Seeks Candidates
In July, the Board of Aldermen voted to approve the formation of a Waban Area Council.Pending the outcome of a September 16 vote by the entire Board, the election of 9 unpaid Waban Area Councilors will be held on November 5. All registered Newton voters living within the Waban catchment area are eligible to run for a two-year term.
Each candidate will need to submit, by October 4, a nomination paper (available at City Hall on 9/17) with 25 verifiable signatures of Waban voters.
A “Candidates’ Night” is scheduled for October 24 at the Waban Library Center.
Visit the Waban Area Council (WAC) website to learn about issues facing Waban and to sign up for email alerts regarding the village. Informational pamphlets are available at the Waban Library.
Next WAC meeting: Thursday, September 26, 7:30 pm at the Waban Library Center. Open to all.
“Divas with a Twist” Benefit Concert, Sept. 21
You’re invited to a performance by Divas with a Twist to benefit Athletes Unlimited (formerly Newton Special Athletes), Newton’s theatre program for teens and adults with disabilities.
Divas with a Twist includes some of the hottest female voices in the Boston area sing Pop, Funk, Jazz, Rock & Broadway. The five-person ensemble includes a Boston Pops Idol Winner and Grammy-nominated musicians.
Saturday, Sept. 21, 8:00 – 9:00pm
Newton Cultural Center at City Hall, 1000 Commonwealth Avenue
Tickets: $20 at the door
Reserve your tickets in advance by calling (617) 796-1527
Refreshments will be served
Sponsored by Newton Parks and Recreation Dept.
DIVAS WITH a TWIST
The City of Newton welcomes Divas With a Twist to the Newton Cultural Center at City Hall on Saturday September 21st for an 8:00 pm show. The concert is a benefit for The Spotlighters, the City of Newton’s theatre program for teens and adults with disabilities. The Divas are among the hottest female voices in the Boston area that sing pop, funk, jazz, rock and Broadway.
The ensemble includes Kristen Huberdeau, the director and founder of The Spotlighters, a Boston Pops Idol winner and Grammy nominated musicians. The Spotlighters are part of Newton’s Athletes Unlimited program, which is one of the largest community-based therapeutic recreation programs for people with disabilities in the area.
Tickets are $20.00 and include light refreshments. To reserve your seats, call (617) 796-1527. For additional information http://www.newtonma.gov/
PMC KIDS RIDE FOR NEWTON-NEEDHAM-BROOKLINE
The PMC Kids Ride will be held on Sunday, September 29th at 180 Wells Avenue in Newton. Donations go to the Jimmy Fund at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. There will be five different riding courses including: 1 mile office park loop, 10 mile road ride, 20 mile teen ride, toddler ride and a virtual ride. Rides start at 8:45am. There will be kids activities, a fire truck, raffles and more. Post-ride party is from 11am-12pm.
To learn more about the event, register to ride or to volunteer, please go to kids.pmc.org/newton. Any questions, please contact Michele Rosenthal (michelerosenthal@verizon.net) or Cindy Lam-Yee (cindy.yee@verizon.net).