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Kids Yogathon to benefit the West Suburban YMCA

Yoga Reaches Out has selected the West Suburban YMCA as the beneficiary for their upcoming Kids Yogathon on Saturday November 2nd.  This event is open to kids ages 3-12 and their families and will provide an age specific yoga classes, fun instructional yoga throughout the afternoon, activities, music, a marketplace and a family yoga session at the end.

Registration costs are minimal but each child and/or family has a minimum fundraising goal – the proceeds raised will be in support of our Camper Scholarship Program to help send kids in need to one of our 5 summer camps. It will be a wonderful day truly focusing on our mission of helping our community and the mission of Yoga Reaches Out – kids helping kids.

Yoga Reaches Out is a national nonprofit, based in Boston, that has helped children in need throughout this country and abroad. Yoga Reaches Out focuses on raising funds for organizations that impact the health, education, and well-being of children. YRO has raised over $1,000,000 for children’s charities since 2010.

This link shares more info about the different fun classes and activities:  http://yogareachesout.kintera.org/kidsyogathon2013

Classical Art & Science Academy

Classical Art & Science Academy (CASA) is an innovative enrichment program located in Brighton which provides inquisitive children between the ages of 4.5 and 12 with an educational experience that covers a great variety of exciting subjects. Class offerings include: Art, Astronomy, Chess, Cello, Flute, French, Geography, History, Homework Assistance, Literature, Logic, Math, Music History and Literature, Music Theory, Piano, Reading, Russian, SAMBO (Russian Martial Art), Science, Technology, Test preparation, Theater, Violin, and Writing.

They are open 5 days a week, during school vacation, and on most holidays. Regular field trips to educational and entertainment venues in the greater Boston area are available throughout the year.

For more general or registration information, please call 617-935-4444 or by email at casabrighton@gmail.com.

West Suburban YMCA Events

A Night by the River – the West Suburban YMCA’s Annual Gala and Auction

Saturday October 26, 6:30-10:30pm

At the Harry Parker Boathouse. Dinner, Dancing, Auction, Guest Speaker Joe Andruzzi of the Patriots. Tickets on sale now.
http://www.westsuburbanymca.org/Gala2013

Yoga Reaches Out Kids’ Yogathon 2013

Saturday November 2, 1-4pm

http://yogareachesout.kintera.org/kidsyogathon2013

Wellesley Theatre Project Now Enrolling For Fall

From Page to Stage!, Pre-K (5 Weeks)
Begins October 3
Thursdays, 1-2:30pm
Every week a new story comes to life through creative drama, movement activities, and arts and crafts. Students will engage in an interactive exploration of beginning theatre, classic and current children’s literature, and nursery rhymes. The final day of class will feature a “Shareformance”.

4 Week Workshops:
If you can’t make one of our semester classes, or if you want to expand your knowledge in a specific area, this may be the class for you!

Musical Theatre, 2nd-8th Grade
Begins October 12
Saturday, 9am-Noon
“Sing Out, Louise!” Learn solo and ensemble numbers from some hit Broadway shows of the past and present! Students will work on becoming true theatrical “triple threats” during this intensive. Singing, Dancing, and Acting their way through some of Musical Theatre’s most beloved songs. Includes one on one and group coaching with Musical Director. The final day of class will feature a “Shareformance”.

Details and registration information is available on the Wellesley Theatre Project website.

Math, Science, SAT & ACT Tutor available

34-year-old female student, in masters program in biomedical sciences at Tufts University School of Medicine, offers tutoring services.

  • BS in Electrical Engineering from University of California, Irvine.
  • More than 15 years experience in tutoring ALL levels of math (from elementary school to college including all AP and honors courses) and sciences (Physics, chemistry and biology – including AP and honors) as well as SAT and ACT.
  • Experience working at well-known tutoring and learning centers such as Sylvan, Club Z, Professional tutoring centers.

I help students with the subject as well as the study skills needed to master the course and tailor my approach to the individual needs and personality of each student and help them, not only with understanding the concepts to earn better grades, but also with gaining confidence and discovering the joy of learning.

Discounted rates based on the numbers of hours per week. References available upon request.

Contact by email: fun.math.science.tutor <at> gmail <dot> com

Highlands After School Program

Limited space still available in the HIGHLANDS AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM: The Newton Highlands After-School Program is having a terrific start to the new school year with lots of fun activities for middle school kids. They meet in a great space in Newton Highlands, with transportation from Oak Hill available. For more information please contact: Rochelle Acker at 617-999-4617 or highlandsafterschool@gmail.com or visit the website.

The Sunday School for Jewish Studies Open Enrollment

The Sunday School for Jewish Studies is now accepting registrations for grades K-7 for the 2013-2014 school year. The Sunday School is an independent school offering a once-a-week program for children in the greater Boston area for over 40 years.

Located at the Oak Hill Middle School in Newton, the school is committed to providing a Jewish education that fosters a strong sense of Jewish identity for children and families with diverse traditions of Jewish observance. Bar/Bat Mitzvah preparation is available but not required, and students may enter in any grade. Interfaith and nontraditional families are welcome.

For additional information, please visit the website at www.SundaySchoolForJewishStudies.org or call 617-264-8855.

Piano Lessons

Bachelor of Music in Composition from Berklee College of Music, Master of Music in Jazz Studies from New England Conservatory. 30+ years teaching experience.

Learn Jazz/Blues/Classical, theory, sightreading. Build a high quality musical foundation with a patient, upbeat, and caring instructor. Beginners especially welcome. Have a positive and successful learning experience. Phone: Gloria Jasinski at 617-566-9704 or email: piano566@comcast.net.