Write your college essay in a fun, interactive summer workshop! Led by master educator and writing coach Vered Strapp, this four-day workshop will walk you through the process of brainstorming, organizing, drafting, and revising a college essay that puts your … Continue reading
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Summer writing camp
Summer Ink, a Boston-based writing camp for rising 5th-9th graders, is moving online this summer. Their series of four one-week sessions will start on July 6th. See the flyer here. Financial aid may be available for qualified applicants.
Summer Volleyball Camp/Clinics
Tuesday and Thursday Night Doubles at Oak Hill Fields Highly recommended for those interested in Newton South volleyball. Starting June 30th, a top program is happening right in our backyard at the Oak Hill/Brown fields. Every Tuesday and Thursday evening … Continue reading
Safe, Small group and 1-1 Sport Training for athletes 8+
Throughout the summer, Boston Athletic Training is offering training sessions at Newton North HS and Cabot Park in everything from basketball and football skills to speed and strength training. They offer 1-1 training and small groups for athletes 8+ at … Continue reading
Ride for Food
Want to help your Newton neighbors put food on their table? Join the Newton Food Pantry Ride for Food team! Bike, swim, walk, run or hike for hunger. This event is virtual between May 9th and October 4th. Teens ages … Continue reading
Upcoming Newton Free Library Teen Events
Explore a Gap Year. Are you wondering about the benefits of a Gap Year, and realistic options amidst COVID? Join Katherine Stievater, Founder of Gap Year Solutions for a presentation and Q&A about the many available domestic programs, local activities, … Continue reading
Free half-day Zoom camp for elementary students
The LigerBots, Newton’s award-winning FIRST high school robotics team, is starting a virtual summer camp for elementary students! Classes will include dance, computer programming, art, creative writing, and so much more! The camp will be running on Zoom from 9:00-12:30 … Continue reading
NewtonHACKS to promote gender equality in the tech industry
NewtonHACKS is hosting an online hackathon on August 29th for middle and high school students who are beginner programmers. Hackathons are all-day programming events where participants get to collaborate, code, and create awesome projects! This one is directed towards beginners!! … Continue reading
Soccer lessons and/or child care available
Olivia Dubin, a rising senior, 3-year starting varsity goalkeeper for Newton South Soccer and Division 1 Commit to Holy Cross. She specializes in goalkeeper training and is also fully qualified to coach young players in ball skills, tactics, and conditioning. … Continue reading
Summer Online Hebrew Tutoring Available
Experienced tutor for Hebrew (all ages and in all levels) is available this summer to teach online. If interested, please contact Shira Starobinski , B.A. & M.A. in Hebrew language, at 857-234-3715 or shira.starobinski@gmail.com.