Babysitter needed

Newton Family Singers is looking for a babysitter to help during rehearsals this fall. They are an intergenerational chorus including children, adults, families and people of all ages. During the Sunday afternoon/evening rehearsals at the Waban Library, they need a babysitter to supervise choir member’s children during the adult-only portion of the rehearsal. The babysitter needs to be able to handle a relatively large group of children, ages 1.5 to 11, while parents are on the other side of the library, rehearsing with the other adults. Sessions begin on Sunday, September 20th and ends with their show on December 13th.

If you are interested please contact Stephanie at newfamilysingers@gmail.com.

First Day of School this Tuesday and other key dates

The Bigelow PTO would like to welcome you all to Bigelow and the new school year.  Below are a few dates to get on your calendars to start the school year.

NO SCHOOL – Rosh Hashanah, Mon. Sept 14th

All School Picnic – Wed. September 16th, 5:30pm – 7pm at Burr Park.  This year we hope to have two food trucks so we avoid the long lines we have had in past years. If the weather does not cooperate, we will move the Picnic indoors to the cafeteria and the gym.

Grade 8 Car Wash and Bake Sale – Fri. September 18 from 3pm – 4:30pm Bigelow Parking Lot  (We need an 8th grade parent or two to run this, if interested please email us at bigelowbulldog@gmail.com)

Grade 6 Parent Potluck – Fri. September 18 – 7:00pm – 9:30pm, location to follow  (We need an 6th grade family to host this, if interested please email us at bigelowbulldog@gmail.com)

A comprehensive school calendar can be found on both the Bigelow PTO’s and the Bigelow School’s websites.

If you have any questions regarding the above events or any other items, please contact us at bigelowbulldog@gmail.com .

6th Grade Family needed to host Parent Potluck

We have tentatively scheduled the 6th grade parent potluck for Friday Sept 18.  We need a 6th grade family to host this.  We are hoping to have this event early in the school year to give 6th grade parents an opportunity to get to know one another.

The PTO helps with all communications.  Please email us at bigelowbulldog@gmail.com if you are interested or have any questions.

8th grade parents needed to lead car wash on 9/18

The 8th grade car wash / bake sale is scheduled for Friday, Sept 18th after school.  We need 2-3 8th grade parents to run this event.  This is a fun event for 8th grade students and all proceeds go towards 8th grade year end events including scholarships for the cultural trips to NYC and Quebec City.  The PTO helps with communications and the school recruits the student volunteers.  Please email the bigelowbulldog@gmail.com if you are interested.

Cross Country Informational Meeting 9/10

An informational meeting for all students interested in joining cross country will be held on Thursday 9/10 after school in the Bigelow Library.  Cross country is open to all students (including 6th graders).  Everyone makes the team, and no experience is necessary.  It is a great way to meet new friends, get into shape, and enjoy friendly competition.  Important handouts will be given out at the meeting.  Please check Coach Summa’s website for more information.   Bigelow Cross Country

Special appearance of Wally the Green Monsyter

Wally the Green Monster, the official Red Sox Mascot, will be visiting the Newton Kumon Center. Wally will be there to tell stories and sign autographs. This event is free and open to all kids and parents, come with your friends. For more information, contact Jane Chiong, Ed.D. at 617-244-9540.

September 14th at noon
Newton Kumon Center
56 Winchester Street, Newton Highlands

Program Seeking Volunteers

Newton Child Assault Prevention (CAP) Program Seeking Volunteers

Are you someone that believes that all children have the right to be “Safe, Strong and Free?” If so, then join the dynamic team of trained CAP volunteers who are committed to teaching children in the Newton Elementary Schools the skills that they would need to stand up for themselves if faced with a situation involving verbal, physical or sexual assault.

CAP is now accepting applications for the 2015-2016 school year. The next multi-session training begins on October 17th. For more information please visit our website at http://familyaccess.org/family-support/child-assault-prevention or email Gail Sommer @ gsommer@familyaccess.org

  • 19 Continuing Education Credits available for MSW’s.

New location for Time for Partners

Time for Partners moves to the Auburndale Community Library this Fall

The morning Art & Music class for children ages 18 months to 4 years with an adult has a temporary home for the fall. Due to the construction of an elevator at Newton City Hall, the Mayor’s Office for Cultural Affairs is delighted to announce that the popular enrichment classes will take place at the Auburndale Community Library, 375 Auburn Street in Newton.

Space is limited and fills up quickly, please register on line at www.activityreg.com, click on MA, click on Newton Parks & Recreation, click on Mayor’s Office for Cultural Affairs, click on Register for Programs, click on Time for Partners and choose your day. There are no classes planned for Tuesdays; instead…join in the story time at the Auburndale Library at 10:00 am!

Time for Partners will return to the Newton Cultural Center at City Hall for the winter session, with the new elevator in operation! Visit www.newtonma.gov/culture or call 617-796-1540.