Category Archives: Summer

Newton Farmer Markets open, now accepting SNAP/EBT

The Newton Farmers’ Markets are opening soon in two locations and now accept SNAP and EBT cards!

West Newton – Elm Street
Saturdays — starts June 20
10am to 2pm

Cold Spring Park, 1200 Beacon Street
Tuesdays — starts June 30
1:30pm to 6:00pm

SNAP(Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) and EBT cards are accepted at both Newton Farmer Markets. Thanks to a generous donation from the Newton Center Whole Foods, SNAP dollars spent at the Farmers Market will be matched up to $25 per visit, enabling SNAP users will be able to double their buying power at both Newton Farmers Markets from $25 to $50.

Teen Summer Reading Ice Cream Party Kick-Off, June 26

Stop by the Newton Free Library to celebrate the beginning of summer with ice cream provided by J.P. Lick. While you’re here, pick up information on the Teen Summer Reading program (grades 6-12).

Teen Summer Reading Ice Cream Party Kick-Off
Friday, June 26, 7:00 pm
Newton Free Library, Druker Auditorium

Get involved as we explore the theme, “Unmask” with programs and prizes throughout the summer.

Use our online reading log to keep track of your time spent reading and to submit book reviews in order to win gift certificates, movie tickets, books, and more. More info at the library website.

Mayor’s Summer Reading Program

Come to the Mayor’s Summer Reading Challenge Kick-Off event or check out the attached flyer to learn about the challenge. Kids can begin to sign-up for the summer reading challenge on the day of the event, June 16th, by using the following link www.newtonma.gov/summerread, or by visiting the Newton Free Library.

Summer book lists can be found on the Newton Free Library’s website. Booklists are organized by grade level. Just click the “Summer Booklists” tab at the top of this link:
http://guides.newtonfreelibrary.net/content.php?pid=334403&sid=2735257.

July 4th Celebration in Newton

Kids Morning and 4 for the 4th Food Drive:
July 4th, 10:00 am – Noon Newton Centre Playground at Tyler Terrace.
Free event for children ages 3 – 12 years. Children and families are invited to join in the Grande Pet Parade, Decorated Doll Carriage Promenade, Teddy Bear Parade and Foot Races. Free ice cream, candy and drinks complete the morning celebration – courtesy of Cabot’s Ice Cream and Trader Joe’s.

4 for the 4th Food Drive
11% of Newton school children take part in the reduced lunch program. With school not in session, the summer is a time of food insecurity for these children. Please bring 4 items to Kids Morning: Bar soap, canned corn, canned pineapple, cereals, ground coffee, jelly/jam, pasta, peanut butter and jelly, soap, toilet paper, tomato paste/sauce, toothpaste, tuna, vegetable oil.

Afternoon/Evening Events:
July 4th, Noon – 10:00 pm – Albemarle Field.
The fun continues with kiddie amusement rides, craft vendor booths, food vendor booths, face painting and other childrens’ activities.

There is free music and dancing all day: from 1:00 – 6:00 pm in the Gazebo, and 6:00 – 9:00 pm on the Main Stage. At 9:00 pm, don’t miss the grand finale…a fantastic fireworks display!

Visit www.newtoncommunitypride.org for details. Rain date July 5th.

Newton Community Education Summer Programs

Newton Community Education offers conveniently located, week-long summer programs for every age group, pre-school through high school. This summer they are offering programs in art, theatre, science and technology, debate, and more. Registration is ongoing throughout the summer, but don’t delay…many of the most popular classes are filling up. Visit newtoncommunityed.org for more information about these programs. You can also call 617-559-6999.

Family Yoga

Families can enjoy a relaxing and enjoyable experience together, stretching and strengthening their bodies, while focusing and calming their minds. The yoga practice helps develop calmness, self- control, compassion, resilience, and confidence.

Family Yoga 4 Class Series: $100.00 for entire family. Class dates: June 17th,  June 24th,  July 1st,  and July 8th at TriYoga Boston. For more information, visit www.TriYogaBoston.org , email info@TryogaBoston.org or call 781-609-2497.

60 Prospect Street, Waltham

Summer Sewing Camp

Looking for some activities to fill in the gaps this Summer? Newton Sewing Studio is offering a 25% discount on all Summer Camp programs purchased before June 20th just for PTO newsletter readers!

Newton Sewing Studio is a maker’s paradise, with machine embroidery, fabric printing, iron on transfers, cutting machines and tons of included supplies for limitless creativity. Expert and friendly instruction for ages 5 and up. Make stuffed animals to clothing using your own custom printed patterns, the options are limitless. Join for a few hours or for a whole week, we guarantee you won’t want to leave, but when you do, you’ll love what you leave with!

COUPON CODE: camp2015 when you register on www.NewtonSewingStudio.com
For questions, please contact NewtonSewingStudio@gmail.com or 617-213-0344.

Vacation Rental available

Vacation Rental available: August 23rd – 30th (7 nights). Smugglers Notch Vermont Resort condo near Stowe (see www.smuggs.com) .

3 Bedroom, 2 bath with full kitchen, washer and dryer in unit, sleeps 10,  ac, spa tub in master bath. Beautiful top floor, corner unit with balcony and views of the mountains and woods. Camp for the kids and daycare for babies and family activities for day and night!

$1800 or best reasonable offer. To discuss, please contact Emeisel@hammondre.com.