Registration is now open for the Summer 2012 Newton Youth Players’ adaptation of “The Sound of Music,” which starred Julie Andrews in the title role. Open to students entering grades 2-6 next fall. Rehearsals run June 25 – July 18 at the Newton Cultural Center, 225 Nevada St., Newtonville. Performance is July 17 at 6:00pm. Sponsored by the Mayor’s Office for Cultural Affairs, Directed by Melissa Bernstein. On-line registration at NewtonYouthPlayers.com or call 617-796-1540.
Theatre Ink: “The Cripple of Inishmaan” Dec 7-10
Theatre Ink, Newton North’s award-winning theatre program, proudly presents “The Cripple of Inishmaan” a heartbreaking yet hilarious dark comedy by one of Ireland’s most celebrated playwrights.
Set on a remote island off the west coast of Ireland in 1934, “The Cripple of Inishmaan” is an irresistible tale filled with a host of charming characters, plots, and twists. A Hollywood director arrives to film the “Man of Iran” in neighboring Inishmaan. The one person who wants to be in the film more than anybody is young Cripple Billy, if only to break away from the bitter tedium of his daily life. Martin McDonough, the Tony award-winning playwright, has created a masterpiece of must-see theatre that is eccentric, honest and brilliantly funny. Directed by Charlie Beers and Graham Techler. (Contains mature themes and adult language)
Performances are on December 7, 8, 9,10 at 7:30PM in the Little Theater at NNHS 457 Walnut Street, Newtonville. Tickets are $7 at www.theatreink.net or 617 559 6406.
Community Forum: Unclogging Newton’s (Transportation) Arteries
Getting From Here to There: How Do We Balance Economic Growth With a Sustainable Transportation Future?
Come find out some answers at a public forum: The Future of Transportation in Newton, on Tuesday, November 29, 2011, at 7:00 pm, in the Druker Auditorium, Newton Free Library, 330 Homer St, Newton Centre.
Participants include: Stephanie Pollack, Chair of Newton’s Transportation Advisory Committee (TAC) and Professor at Northeastern University; Eric Bourassa, Transportation Manager for the Metropolitan Area Planning Council; Jacqueline Y. Douglas, Executive Director of LivableStreets, an advocacy group that seeks to balance public transit, walking, and biking with automobiles; and Candace Havens, Director of Planning and Development, City of Newton.
Sponsored by the League of Women Voters Newton and other local organizations. For more information, www.lwvnewton.org, 617-383-4598, info@lwvnewton.org. This program is free and open to the public.
Newton Fine Art & Craft Show
Newton Fine Art & Craft Show
Saturday, November 19: 10am – 5pm
Sunday, November 20: 11am – 5pm
The popular juried art & craft show and sale returns just in time for holiday shopping. Browse through the array of colorful textiles, glass, jewelry, pottery, paintings, photographs and wooden pieces created by selected artisans from New England. You are almost certain to find that special holiday gift. Participate in the Raffle, with original pieces donated by the crafters and you may win something for yourself! Free admission. Newton Cultural Center, 225 Nevada Street, Newtonville. 617-527-8283
Child Assault Prevention (CAP)
The Child Assault Prevention (CAP) program in Newton is looking for committed and dedicated child advocates to present its personal safety curriculum in local elementary schools.
Join up with current and experienced volunteer Prevention Specialists to teach children to recognize and respond to verbal, physical and sexual assault and abuse. Potential volunteers are community members who believe that children have the right to information, skills and the support of adults. We offer a flexible schedule to volunteers who enjoy teamwork and can make a yearlong commitment of three or four mornings a month.
To make it easier for people with busy schedules to train we have decided to divide the training into two parts. Part 1 is scheduled for T. Jan. 3,
(8:45 a.m. to noon), Th. Jan. 5, (8:45 a.m. to noon) and Sun. Jan. 8th (8:45 a.m. to 4 p.m.).
Part 1 of the training will prepare trainees to present one of the three facilitations and participate in all of the role plays. Part 2, on Review Time will be scheduled for late January, based on the trainees’ availability.
For information or to set up an interview call Gail Sommer, 617-969-5906, x143 or email, gsommer@ncscweb.org. Newton CAP is a program of Newton Community Service Center. Visit our webpage at www.ncscweb.org for a description of the program and of the volunteer Prevention Specialist position.
Educational Health Forum
Talking With Kids About Healthy Lifestyles
Physical Activity ~ Nutrition ~ Healthy Weight
Massachusetts State House
Great Hall
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
9:00AM – Noon
Presented by Partners HealthCare Community Health and Words Can Work
Space is limited. RSVP for this free event with your name and organization to info@wordscanwork.com. Students are welcome to attend. Registered representatives of schools/organizations attending this event will receive a Words Can Work: Kids and Healthy Lifestyles DVD and packet of Healthy Lifestyle Tip Cards.
Continental breakfast served from 9:00 to 9:30. Program starts promptly at 9:30.
The Transformation of Newton North High School
“It’s gone … but you can still see it here” The Transformation of Newton North High School. Photography by Sharon Schindler
Noted Newton Photographer Sharon Schindler has compiled photos of both the old and the new Newton North High Schools for this exhibit and in a coffee table book. Join us for a reception at the New Art Center on December 7 from 6- 8:30 pm.
December 7 to December 14 – Photography Exhibition of the Old Newton North High School, by Sharon Schindler at the New Art Center.
New Art Center – Opening reception Wednesday, December 7, 2011, 6:00 pm – 8:30pm
61 Washington Park, Newtonville
www.NewArtCenter.org
617-964-3424
www.SharonSchindlerPhotography.com
Information session – Maine Arts Camp
CHESTNUT HILL, MASSACHUSETTS
Sunday, November 13, 2011
1:00 – 4:00 pm
The Farm Condominiums
99 Florence St.
Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
Directions:
From Route 9 East, turn right on Florence St. (just before the Atrium
Mall). ow Florence St. for about 1/2 mile to The Farm condominiums.
Turn right into The Farm (the sign is small).
Follow the road to the tennis courts and take a left. You will see a pool,
fountain and “boathouse” recreation building on the left. There is a
parking lot in front of the boathouse, which is where we’ll meet.
Newton Girls Basketball Registration (NGBA)
Newton Girls Basketball Registration (NGBA): High school registration deadline is Tuesday, November 30. NGBA High School league is intended for girls who have played basketball and are seeking a fun and slightly more competitive experience. Players in the high school league generally are former grade 2-8 NGBA players interested in playing a recreational, competitive basketball game on Saturdays. NGBA second grade program provides a fun introduction to basketball for both players and parents. The program is lead by a professional basketball coach, with assistance from high school student coaches. The program is designed to teach the basics of basketball during the first part of the 50 minute session, and then organizes games/scrimmages for the second part. Sessions are Saturday mornings at Oak Hill Middle School. NGBA also has a limited number of slots available in Grades 2-8. For more information go to www.ngba.net.
Waban Library Center
The Waban Library Center has two excited workshops to keep you warm this winter. The Waban Library Center is located at 1608 Beacon Street, Newton, MA. More details can be found on our website: www.wabanlibrarycenter.org or by call 617 244-0700.
Flamenco Dance Workshop for Adult beginners!
Thursday, Nov. 10th at the WLC Dance instruction 7pm – 8:15pm with Eve Agush. Refreshments and good company until 9pm. $25 per person. Space is limited. Reserve your spot by emailing wabanlibrary@gmail.com
Belly Dance Workshop for Adult beginners!
Friday, Dec. 2nd at the WLC Dance instruction 7pm – 8:15pm with Johara & Snake Dance Productions. Refreshments and good company until 9pm. $25 per person. Space is limited. Reserve your spot by emailing wabanlibrary@gmail.com