Summer and/or Fall Music Lessons

The Maestro Musicians Academy is now taking students for the summer and fall of 2014! Expert lessons in piano, violin, viola, cello, and voice.

  • Locations at the Young Israel of Brookline in Coolidge Corner and the Greater Boston Chinese Cultural Association in West Newton.
  • Perfect for children ages 4 and up.
  • 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. http://www.maestromusiciansacademy.com

Summer basketball camp

The Walter McCarty Camp tour is coming to Newton for two big weeks, July 28th – Aug 1st and Aug 18th – 22nd. This basketball camp is for boys and girls ages 7 to 17. Don’t miss out on a chance to rub elbows with current Celtics assistant coach McCarty and other special Celtic guests.

For more information visit: www.asahoops.com/walter-mccarty-camps or email Coachb@asahoops.com.

Teacher Appreciation Tea – This Tuesday

The Bigelow Teacher Appreciation Tea is this Tuesday May 6th.

Please help us show our support for our wonderful teachers and staff!  We need food donations such as fruit, quiches, finger sandwiches, salads, scones or dessert items as well as set up and clean up help.  Click here to sign up.

Items may be dropped off the morning / early afternoon of the tea in the teacher’s lunchroom no later than 12:30 pm.  You may also drop off items the evening of May 5th at Stacy Schwartz’s house at 15 Park Ave.

For more information or if you have any questions, please contact the Teacher Appreciation Co Chairs, Maria Sullivan at mariasullivan47@gmail.com or Stacy Schwartz at staschwartz@gmail.com

“It’s a Party”

The Child Assault Prevention Program (CAP), run through the Newton Community Service Center (NCSC), helps keep kids safe by teaching them their rights to be Safe Strong & Free!

CAP has been endorsed by PTO’s around Newton for over 20 years. They teach in 14 out of the 15 elementary schools in Newton. Recently they received a $10,000 matching donation and the goal of their fundraising event is to raise enough money to match the $10,000 and to raise more awareness for this important program.

“It’s a Party” (Party for a purpose) is going to be a fun night out of dancing and socializing at the Social Restaurant and Bar in Newton. There is one song request submitted with every ticket purchase. Everyone will get to take a CD home with the night’s songs on it.Please go to www.capfundraiser2014.com to make donations.

Upcoming Panel Discussion

Social and Emotional Well Being Panel Discussion: Day’s PTO presents a panel of experts on teen mental health. Speakers will focus on how to identify mental health problems and develop coping skills. The discussion will cover the increasing number of issues today’s teens face, including pressure for social acceptance, body image, substance use, and depression. The panel will address how parents, educators, and the community can support and promote the social and emotional well-being of our teens. Panelists include Richard Saitz, M.D., Boston University Schools of Medicine and Public Health; Janice Furlong, Ph.D., Clinical Associate Professor at Boston University School of Social Work; Maxine Alcheck, Ph.D., Adolescent Psychologist; Meghan Hudson, School Psychologist at F.A. Day Middle School; and Moderator Hyeouk Chris Hahm, Ph.D., Associate Professor School of Social Work, Boston University.

Monday, May 12th at 7:00 pm in Day’s Auditorium

Mother’s Day Memorial Bike Ride

The Christina Clarke Genco Foundation (CCGF) will hold its third annual
Mother’s Day Memorial Bike Ride  to commemorate the life of Christina Genco by raising funds to support bike safety and affordable housing projects. The Foundation aims to inspire youth to find their passion and make a difference in their communities, and focuses on bicycling safety education, athletic scholarships and support for affordable housing.

The Ride kicks off at Newton City Hall and offers four routes of 68 miles, 34 miles, 17 miles and a family ride to accommodate all ages and abilities. Start times are staggered at 8:00 am, 9:00 am, 10:00 am, and 10:30 am, respectively.

International Bicycle Center and Cycle Loft will provide overall logistical support, a safe biking clinic will be offered on-site in partnership with Bike Newton, and the Boston University Pep Band will perform as the riders cross the finish line. Food and refreshments will be served, and prizes will be awarded for the most creative costumes at the ride.

Sunday May 11th at Newton City Hall 

Kids FunFEST

Kiddie amusement rides and face painting  will be going on both Saturday and Sunday.
On Saturday only, participate in free themed arts and crafts activities to celebrate Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Try Indian Rongoli – making beautiful patterns on the pavement using colored rice flour, and decorating jute ‘flags’ , as well as origami.

On Sunday only, come enjoy the craft fair, with many types of craft booths where you might be able to find a special treasure for Mother’s Day, as well as several food vendors. See 3 Newton dance studios performing: Star Dance School, Creative Dance Steps and All That Jazz; and a performance by the West Suburban YMCA Band!

Admission is free. Visit www.newtoncommunitypride.org for more information. Saturday, May 10th and Sunday, May 11th, 10:00 am – 5:00pm. Newton City Hall Green, 1000 Commonwealth Avenue

Free cookie decorating and more

Its a FREE cookie decorating at L’Aroma Cafe, no reservations or purchase necessary, open to all children. Six other West Newton businesses nearby are participating, so kids would not only get a free cookie to decorate, they will also get a free kids popcorn from the West Newton Theater, free slice of pizza from West Newton Pizza, a free Silly Putty from Morning Silver Gallery, free craft making at Hipstich (reservation required), a $5- voucher against any purchase at Artitudes and a free lesson at Rhythmic Dreams.

Saturday, May 10th, 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm.