Category Archives: Community Notes

College Essay Help Available!

Writer and editor with 20+ years of experience will help you craft a compelling essay that stands out! Let colleges hear YOUR voice. Will assist with any or all stages of writing including conception, construction, editing and proofreading. Testimonials/references available. Contact Toni Abrams Weintraub at toniabrams@gmail.com or call 339- 927-1022.

Flute lessons!

An experienced teacher (on the faculty at the Longy School of Music in Cambridge and teaching chamber music at Harvard College), who is also a NSHS parent, has openings in her studio for students of all levels.

First lesson free! Please contact Na’ama Lion at lion@fas.harvard.edu, 617-244-4974 or
617-868-7931 (mobile) for more information or to schedule your free lesson.

Guitar Lessons In Your Home

Berklee College of Music graduate is seeking a limited number of students for private or group guitar lessons. Lessons are offered in your home. All levels are welcome, including beginners. Through a comprehensive approach that combines technique, ear training and harmony, he will help your son or daughter 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. For references, video and audio samples, please contact Maldi Kellici at maldi.k@gmail.com , cell 617-792-2244 or use the contact form on maldikellici.com.

Piano Teacher

Classical piano teacher with over 15 years of experience teaching children offers:

  • One on One private lessons
  • European Method of teaching
  • Lessons in West Newton
  • Month to month scheduling and payment (no registration fees or required semester commitment )

Friendly, Patient and Enthusiastic, she is excellent with all children. References are available upon request. Please contact Stephanie Fong at 617-965-1948 or sfong168@gmail.com.

Do you have a child that loves to sing?

Join VOICES BOSTON children’s chorus for the 2016-2017 season! With singing at its core and training in dance and drama, VOICES BOSTON changes the lives of its children, building confidence, discipline, leadership and a love of music that will last a lifetime. Throughout its history, VOICES BOSTON has collaborated with internationally known ensembles including the Boston Symphony, Boston Lyric Opera, Boston Pops, Boston University Opera Institute, Boston Baroque, Boston Youth Symphony Orchestras and Boston Early Music Festival. VOICES choristers perform a wide range of repertoire, from classical to world music, gospel to new music and present an opera every year. To sign up or just learn more visit www.voicesboston.org or contact
Kathryn DiMaria at 857-366-0034 or kdimaria@voicesboston.org.

Piano Lessons

Ebru Rosati Piano Studio has openings for the 2016-2017 teaching season. Classically trained, NEC and Berklee College of Music Alumnus, living and teaching piano in Newton area for 15 years. All ages, levels, and styles welcome. Experience a positive, fun and creative musical environment and perform in a year-end recital. Piano studio conveniently located in Newton.

For more information contact Ebru at erosati@alumni.berklee.edu or call 617-678-8945.

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.

Sign up for the NewtonSTEM newsletter

NewtonSTEM.org publishes a weekly newsletter of announcements about
Science/Tech/Engineering/Math relevant to Newton students, parents, teachers, and community volunteers.

Sign up for the weekly email here, and you can unsubscribe at any time. Now in its sixth year, NewtonSTEM is a clearinghouse for information about STEM achievements, events, opportunities, and resources, both in and outside of school, specifically relevant to Newton.

For more information — or to submit announcements — email info@newtonstem.org.

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