A Thank you from the Faculty / Staff for the Teacher Appreciation Lunch

Thank you to all of you who volunteered for the Teacher Appreciation Luncheon.  And a special thank you to Stacy and Magda for chairing this event.  The faculty and staff so appreciated your efforts.  Here are some of their comments:

  • Thank you for taking such good care of us. The luncheons you provide do more than feed us – it let’s us know we are valued and appreciated. Not to mention the food is always delicious! Much appreciated – thanks!
  • Thank you so much for sponsoring the lovely luncheon. All of your efforts were greatly appreciated. The decorations were festive and attractive and the food was delicious.
  • Thank you for your support, time and delicious foods. It’s wonderful to know we are embraced by a lovely community.
  • The healthy options were delectable…. as well as the treats. I was impressed with the variety and effort put forth by the PTO. Thank you!
  • You took care of us by offering many food varieties, lots to eat and drink and a lovely atmosphere. It ‘s so nice to feel appreciated and treated with such caring. Thank you so much! Thank you for sharing your children with us.
  • Thank you for the luncheon! There were so many delicious and healthy choices. It was truly one of the best spreads. With much appreciation.
  • THANK YOU! Everything about the luncheon was amazing! From the delicious options to the beautiful arrangements, the room was filled with love. Muchas gracias
  • Thank you for a wonderful lunch. We all look forward to your awesome cooking especially during this difficult winter.
  • The beautiful and delicious luncheon you prepared for the Bigelow staff was wonderful. We feel so grateful for all you do. Bigelow parents are the best. Thank you so much for all your support!
  • The PTO is one the highlights of the year. It makes me feel so happy and appreciated (and full!) I guess the way to a teacher’s heart really is through the stomach!
  • Thank you for making us feel loved and pampered. It was my best meal since Thanksgiving!
  • The black rice and chicken salad was out of this world – loved it!!
  • The days of the PTO appreciation luncheons are my favorite days ever. They are such a great pick me up! They brighten everyone’s days. Thanks!
  • Thank you! Food was terrific and I appreciated the effort the parents put forth!
  • THANK YOU so much!!! When I tried to explain the spread to the other middle schools, they didn’t believe me. I am very grateful for all you do!
  • Thank you for the delicious luncheon. It was very much appreciated!

Discussion of Mindset to be held at Newton North on March 24

Growth mindset book club set for March 24, 7 p.m.
Want to learn more about growth mindset and to talk about your experiences? ALL parents/guardians are invited to join School Council members and Superintendent Fleishman for a discussion of Mindset by Carol Dweck, in the Newton North library.
For planning purposes, please R.s.v.p. at http://www.northptso.org/bookclub.

Beatlejuice and Friends: The British Invasion of Needham

The Plugged In Teen Band Program is excited to present the British Invasion of Needham, featuring Boston’s #1 Beatles cover band, Beatlejuice and Friends.

Saturday, March 7: 7:00 PM (snow date March 8)
Powers Hall at Needham Town Hall
1471 Highland Ave. Needham
21+ event
Tickets: $30 per person in advance online.

This 21+ event will provide an evening of amazing music, dancing, cash bar and the best fish & chips around (available for sale and served by Captain Marden’s Cod Squad). Proceeds from this event will support Plugged In’s Capital Campaign.

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Creativity, Moon Cycles and Self Expression Workshop, 3/28

Ever wonder what drives your creativity or how you could be more creative?  This workshop will teach you how you connect to creativity, where creativity and invention originate and how they unfold, and how you can effectively harness your creative impulses.  Author, teacher and Newton South parent Hilary Spector leads this informal and invaluable afternoon.

Creativity, Moon Cycles and Self Expression Workshop
Saturday, March 28th
1:00 – 4:00 pm in Watertown.

$35 advance registration or $45 at the door.  To register or for more information, including location, contact Hilary Spector by email.

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Food Allergy Fatalities: Confronting Fear with Facts & Confidence

Speaker: Pediatric allergist Michael Pistiner, author of “Living Confidently with Food Allergy” and AllergyHome.org website

Tuesday, March 17
7:00 p.m. at Newton-Wellesley Hospital.
Meeting of the Metro-Boston Asthma and Allergy Educational Support Group. The event is free and open to the public. No advance registration required.

For info, call the Asthma & Allergy Foundation of America – New England Chapter at (781)444-7778.

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Publicity for Artists Workshop, March 4

Believe it or not, the media is interested in you and your artwork! But it’s up to you to get the timing right, notify the right editors, and offer the information and tools that editors want, when they need them.

New Art Center in Newton, 61 Washington Park, Newtonville
6:30 – 8:30pm
Presenter: Debbie Hagan, editor-in-chief of Art New England
Fee: $25

In this fun, interactive workshop, artists will learn what tools you need to launch a publicity campaign. We’ll discuss free and inexpensive tips for gaining online and print exposure, how to write news releases and an artist statement, photo requirements for the media and much more. Bring questions, as there will be time for class discussion.

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“Commonwealth Conversations” with State Senators, March 2

The public is invited to join State Senator Cynthia Stone Creem (D-Newton) and other Senators on Monday, March 2, from 7:00-8:30pm at the Newton North High School cafeteria (located at 457 Walnut Street) for the latest stop on the MA Senate’s “Commonwealth Conversations” Tour.

Members of the public are invited to speak on an issue by signing up, and comments are limited to two minutes to give as many people as possible an opportunity to participate.

Senate President Stan Rosenberg (D- Amherst) and Senate Minority Leader Bruce Tarr (R- Gloucester) have tasked all Senate members with assembling regional days to highlight and showcase their districts and to bring the State House to local communities. They, along with Senator Creem and Metro-West colleagues (Senators Richard Ross, Michael Barrett, Eileen Donoghue, James Eldridge, and Karen Spilka) will be attending a full day of events with business and community leaders from Plainville to Lowell, ending with this public forum in Newton.

These tours allow Senators to hear directly from the public, learn more about the issues of other districts and better understand the needs of the Commonwealth. Every Senator is also attending events in other districts.

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Acoustic Newton Coffeehouse, March 13

Chase away the winter blues and warm up with a romantic and festive evening of American and Irish traditional love songs in the folk tradition. Join hosts Barbara Cassidy and Eric Chasalow, and their special guests Monique Byrne and Andy Rogovin (Crowe’s Pasture)for a concert that will feature original songs written by both couples, as well as many familiar ones.

Acoustic Newton Coffeehouse: Love Songs in the Folk Tradition (rescheduled from 2/14)
Saturday, March 13, 8pm
Newton Cultural Center at City Hall, 1000 Commonwealth Avenue.

Tickets $10 adults/$5 students & seniors.  More info and tickets online.

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Don’t Miss: Global Educ. Leadership Fund Fundraiser

Since 2008, the Global Education Leadership Fund (GELF) has raised over $85,000 to send 71 of our low-income students abroad on one of Newton Public Schools’ many travel programs. Without this scholarship program, our faculty-led travel opportunities would not be open to students whose parents struggle to make ends meet in Newton and Boston.

The GELF fundraiser on Saturday, March 21, at Newton North, will feature:

  • 5 course gourmet tasting menu prepared by Chef Katya Salkever, including tropical shellfish ceviche, balsamic-braised short ribs, & more!
  • Live music by Newton South’s very own Katani Sumner and band
  • Fine wine & Sam Adams beer pairings. The beer will be carefully selected and donated by Jim Koch, co-founder of the Boston Beer Company, who will be present to explain the selections.
  • Live auction
  • Excellent company (150 of the coolest members of our community!)

    Learn more and buy your tickets online at the GELF website.

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