Greetings

Greetings from the Mayor’s Office for Cultural Affairs!

We are excited to announce that the Mayor’s Office for Cultural Affairs has a new weekly column in the Newton TAB. It is called ‘Spotlight On…’ and it showcases all the arts in Newton. This is an opportunity for you also to promote any cultural or artistic person, activity or group you are involved with.

Please send an email to Linda (lplaut@newtonma.gov) before Wednesday, for publication in the following week issue of the TAB, with one or two sentences (60 words or less) sharing this information. Last week’s column featured a call for sculptors for the upcoming Festival of the Arts. If you, or someone you know locally is a sculptor and would be interested in being part of the outdoor sculpture exhibition at Newton City Hall, please visit this link http://www.newtoncommunitypride.org/festival/sculpture.html

As always, keep checking our new free on-line calendar of the Arts at www.newtonartscalendar.org for everything cultural going on in Newton. And keep an eye on www.newtoncommunitypride.org for the Spelling Bee and Heartbreak Hill Road Race registrations, and the Tanglewood Marionettes “Cinderella” in February vacation.

Linda and I would like to wish you all a very happy and healthy New Year.

Jeannie Smith, Associate Director
Mayor’s Office for Cultural Affairs

First Day… on the Second!

Featuring live performances from Magician Evan Northrup, The Tim Hall Experience, Fortunes from Father Time, and a Broadway Sing-Along! With Visual and Performing Arts workshops for children to experiment with paint, paper, collage, performance, movement, and more!

This event is free to the public and open to families with children of all ages, a suggested donation of $5 per person or $10 per family will be gladly accepted. RSVP to let us know you’re coming. To sign up to sing on stage at the Broadway Sing-Along, register here!

First Day is brought to you in part by Watertown Savings Bank. For more information, please visit MosesianArts.org

January 2nd, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

Wishing all of you a very happy holiday season from WCT! Please consider giving the gift of the arts this holiday season by supporting the center with a donation.

Donate 

If you’d rather not donate online, feel free to mail a check to:
Dorothy and Charles Mosesian Center for the Arts,
321 Arsenal Street, Watertown, MA 02472

For Children up to age 6, Drop-in Art and Story time

Drop-in Art and Story Time with a Time for Partners Art Teacher for children up to age 6 with an adult.

December PlaySpace with Paula Gannon
Tuesday: December 27th

January PlaySpace with Terry Curtin
Tuesdays: January 10th, 17th, 24th
Wednesdays: January 18th, 25th
Thursdays: January 19th, 26th

January PlaySpace with Paula Gannon
Friday: January 27th

February School Vacation PlaySpace with Paula Gannon
Wednesday, February 22nd
Friday, February 24th

$10 per child/$25 family (pay on-site)

9:30 am – 11:00 am
Newton Cultural Center at City Hall
1000 Commonwealth Avenue, 2nd floor Rear Auditorium

Middle and High School students, parents, and guardians invited

Save the date for a fun, free EXPO at Newton North! Teens and adults are invited to the Just Think: Teens Making Smart Choices expo for participative, informative exhibits; live musical performances; free refreshments; and fun.

Meet 30 community exhibitors who help teens navigate life’s pressures in order to stay safe and healthy. Get information about everything from social media use and pedestrian safety to healthy eating and positive body image to stress reduction and mental health support. Sponsored by the Newton North PTSO.

  • Community resources for teens and families
  • FREE and fun!
  • Treat bags for the first 50 students who come with a parent/guardian
  • Giveaways and refreshments
  • Prize drawing
  • Table tennis challenge
  • “American Ninja Warrior” demo

January 23rd, 5:00 –  7:30 pm
Newton North High School

Learn to Play the Ukulele!

Now registering kids in Grades 2 – 5
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! Sessions 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”. Sessions 2:15 – 3:00 pm

Bring your own instrument or contact teacher for rental. To register go to 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.

Classes held on Tuesdays, January 31st –April 4th at the Newton Cultural Center at City Hall.

Stop the Power Struggles! Become Problem Solvers!

Cindy Kaplan, MA, Parent/Family Coach, and Certified Practitioner of the Collaborative Problem Method from MGH, will lead a course on Collaborative Problem Solving (CPS), a strength based neurologically-grounded approach that brings new ideas and hope for helping kids with challenging behavior.

Enjoy tea and coffee along with great pastries while you learn how to strengthen your relationship with your kids and learn to solve “problem behavior” collaboratively.
The Parenting Course will take place at Cafe L’Aroma.

Friday mornings, 10:00-11:30 am starting January 6th. To Register e-mail Cindy at cindy@cindykcoaching.com, or call 617-869-3305. For more information, please visit www.cindykcoaching.com or see this Flyer.

Affordable SAT Private Tutoring from NSHS alum

Founded by a recent Newton South alumnus who has developed a unique approach to tackle the SAT, Winston Tutors promises RESULTS with a competitive price. Students who have initially struggled with the SAT have seen their score increase by 300 points from just a few sessions.

With over three years of experience helping high-school students achieve their full potential, Winston Tutors will guide your child to success through an individualized study plan.

For inquiries, please contact Winston Jiang at 617-309-7910 or wtjiang7788@yahoo.com. References from past and current students are available upon request.

Spanish Tutor available

  • Fluent in Spanish
  •  Massachusetts licensed/certified
  •  6 years teaching experience
  •  BA Latin American Studies: Brown University
  •  MA Teaching: Boston College
  •  CAES School Leadership/Administration: Boston College
  •  Newton Highlands resident
  •  Available Services:  Spanish (all levels),  Organizational skills,  Study skills

Contact: Libby Sands at libby@libbysands.com or at 617-256-4780

Physics Tutor available

Dr. Boris Korsunsky is available for general support, problem-solving skills, SAT II, and/or AP Exam preparation.

A Newton resident, high-school physics teacher with 25+ years of experience; former US Physics Team coach; doctorate with a focus on problem-solving in physics; AP Physics Exam Reader, AP Physics College Board consultant,  and widely published author, he has experience in teaching high-level problem-solving skills and preparation for standardized tests. Offering an interactive approach, low stress, high efficiency with sessions in Newton.

His resume can be found here: Resume For further information, please contact: korsunbo@post.harvard.edu.