4th Annual UOD Family Book Event

Understanding Our Differences will hold its 4th Annual Family Book Event with featured author Lynda Mullaly Hunt, who will talk about and sign her New York Times bestselling middle grade novel, Fish In A Tree. The book is about a girl with learning disabilities who discovers that great minds don’t always think alike.

Admission is free for children and NPS teachers and staff. Requested donation at the door is $10 for adults. Online registration for this author conversation and book signing is required and is now open at: http://understandingourdifferences.org/fish-in-a-tree/
For more information, contact info@UnderstandingOurDifferences.org.

October 20th, 7:00 pm at Newton South High School Auditorium

Adult Knitting Class in Newton Center

Would you like to learn to knit? Do you know the basics but are ready to move beyond a scarf? Or have you finished a couple of projects and are ready to learn some new techniques and become more confident? Register now for a small (9 students), adults-only knitting class taught by an experienced teacher:

In this class, beginners will develop a strong foundation of skills so that they can continue knitting many different types of projects. You’ll learn how to: cast on, knit, purl, create a border, read a pattern, identify and fix common mistakes, and bind off. More experienced knitters can expand their skills to cables, lace knitting, chart reading, and/or socks.

To register, email the instructor maryannhill82@gmail.com. Payment information, address, and a list of materials needed for the first class will be sent promptly.

6 Tuesday evenings: September 29th – November 3rd
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Cost: $90
Location: Instructor’s home in Newton Centre

The Maestro Musicians Academy

The Maestro Musicians Academy is now taking students for the Fall Semester!
Expert lessons in piano, violin, viola, cello, trumpet, flute, guitar, clarinet, and voice for children ages 4 and up with locations at the Young Israel of Brookline in Coolidge Corner and the Greater Boston Chinese Cultural Association in West Newton.

Stellar faculty with emphasis on developing the potential of  every unique student. Parent tested, Child approved! Contact Artistic Director Daniel Broniatowski, D.M.A. at 857- 756-5230 or visit http://www.maestromusiciansacademy.com .

Guitar Lessons In Your Home

Berklee College of Music graduate seeks a limited number of students for private/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, Maldi Kellici 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. Students will sharpen their overall musical skills and can gain help, if interested, in song-writing & composition.

For references, video and audio samples, please contact Maldi Kellici at maldi.k@gmail.com ,  617-792-2244, or use the contact form on maldikellici.com

Call Y3K Tutor in your home today

When schoolwork goes the wrong way!
Many years of experience in teaching and educational consulting has developed the right way to motivate, the right way to teach, be understood, and be remembered.

Y3K Tutor tutors special ed. such as ADD, ADHD, Asperger’s, Autism, Executive Function, and gifted. They also tutor regular ed. and test preparation and teach children organizational skills, homework coaching, study skills, and time management.

All subjects and ages are taught. Parents can now receive 25% off the first lesson. Call 781-492-8700 or visit http://www.Y3KTutorInYourHome.com .

Next Level Up Academic Coaching

The school year has begun. The first couple of weeks provides the insight as to how the year is going to go for your child. Any academic concerns should be addressed as quickly as possible. Next Level Up Academic Coaching is here to offer the support, guidance, and tools every student needs to succeed. They focus on the whole child, create individualized plans, and work in the comfort and convenience of your home.  The academic coaches at Next Level Up understand that many students need help with their organizational and time management skills, study habits, and perspective and they  provide these important skills in addition to subject tutoring.

Please contact info@nextleveluptutoring.com OR 781- 540-1123. Please visit the website to learn more: www.nextleveluptutoring.com.

Upcoming Municipal Elections – Informational Links

The following links should be helpful to share as school communities look to become more informed about Newton’s upcoming municipal elections:

1. A Preliminary Election will be held September 17th (due to the large number of candidates running for Alderman at Large, Ward 2).

2. General Municipal Elections will be held November 3rd.

From City of Newton: http://www.newtonma.gov/gov/elections/default.asp

General Information: http://lwvnewton.org/2013/09/vote-on-september-17th-in-newtons-preliminary-elections/

Voter Information for New Voters and Absentee Ballots: http://lwvnewton.org/2013/08/voter-information-for-the-tuesday-september-17th-preliminary-election/

Ward 2 Alderman Forum on NewTV:
http://lwvnewton.org/2015/09/ward-2-alderman-at-large-candidates-forum-online/

Workshops available at The Newton Free Library

College Essay Writing Workshop
Students, whether you accomplished a lot on your college essay over the summer or you’re still trying to decide what to write about when school begins next fall, this workshop is for you. Students will work in small groups with others who are at the same writing stage, and will be led by professional tutors and teachers. You’ll cover some do’s and don’ts of college essay writing, work on your writing and spend some time in peer review. You’ll also get an opportunity for individual help and feedback.

Register online at www.newtonfreelibrary.net. This free workshop is cosponsored by Newton Youth Services and is for students. Please bring at least 5 copies of your essay draft if you have one.

September 26th, 1:00 pm, Druker Auditorium:

Helping Your Child Navigate Life After High School
Help your child navigate the challenging landscape of life after high school. This workshop for parents will be presented by Nanci Ginty Butler, LICSW, Assistant Director, School and Community Services at Riverside Community Care and Heather Byrns, LMHC, Clinical Supervisor, MSPP INTERFACE Referral Service at Massachusetts School of Professional Psychology (MSPP). Sponsored by Newton Youth Services.

October 6th, 7:00 pm, Druker Auditorium