Shoo Flu: Get the flu vaccine at school, not the flu!

Seasonal flu vaccination clinics will be held during the school day at the Newton Public Schools in October and November. Students in Kindergarten through grade 12 may receive vaccine.

The Bigelow Middle School clinic will be on Wednesday, November 6, 2013. Each student to be vaccinated must have a parent/guardian complete two forms: a consent/screening form and a vaccine administration record/insurance form. Forms are available in the school nurse’s office, or may be downloaded at www.newtonma.gov/flu. Forms are due to the School Nurse Monday, November 4, 2013 Continue reading →

CAD/CAM Club

If you think you might want to participate in Computer Aided Design/Computer Aided Manufacturing Club (CAD/CAM)  this year, plan to attend the first information meeting on Thursday, October 3rd at 3:00.   (If you have already participated in CAD/CAM Club, you do not need to attend)  

A description of the club will be given during this time.  

CAD/CAM Club will officially Begin Thursday, October 17th.

Link to more information:   CLICK HERE

Bigelow Woodworking Club

If you think you might want to participate in Woodworking Club this year, plan to attend the first information and planning meeting on Wednesday, October 2nd at 3:00.   (If you have already participated in Woodworking Club, you do not need to attend)  

A description of the club will be given during this time and we will also have a planning session to design a project.  The meeting will only run for about a half hour on this day, so plan on leaving by 3:30.   

Woodworking Club will officially Begin Wednesday, October 9th.

Link to more information:   CLICK HERE

West Suburban YMCA Events

A Night by the River – the West Suburban YMCA’s Annual Gala and Auction

Saturday October 26, 6:30-10:30pm

At the Harry Parker Boathouse. Dinner, Dancing, Auction, Guest Speaker Joe Andruzzi of the Patriots. Tickets on sale now.
http://www.westsuburbanymca.org/Gala2013

Yoga Reaches Out Kids’ Yogathon 2013

Saturday November 2, 1-4pm

http://yogareachesout.kintera.org/kidsyogathon2013

Attention 8th Grade Families: New Fundraiser – Vote for Bigelow

The Bigelow 8th Grade will receive half of the money raised through this Target fundraiser.  Please vote for our school!  Forward this email to family and friends so that they can vote too!  Post on Facebook and Twitter!  The more votes we get, the more money we will earn!  We only have until September 30 so vote today!  Vote at http://GiveWith.Target.com/school/60710 
Thank you for your support!

Your vote makes a big difference!

Visit GiveWith.Target.com to vote for our school.

This year, Target will give money to schools all over the country for one simple act: a vote. Our school needs just 25 votes to earn a $25 donation from Target. But that’s only the beginning. For each additional vote, our school will get $1 more. So please remember that, although the gesture is small, the rewards are potentially huge. Go to GiveWith.Target.com to vote for Bigelow Middle School. Voting has been extended and now closes on September 30 or until Target has given away all $5 million. And please let your friends and family know to vote too! Vote and see rules at GiveWith.Target.com

Wellesley Theatre Project Now Enrolling For Fall

From Page to Stage!, Pre-K (5 Weeks)
Begins October 3
Thursdays, 1-2:30pm
Every week a new story comes to life through creative drama, movement activities, and arts and crafts. Students will engage in an interactive exploration of beginning theatre, classic and current children’s literature, and nursery rhymes. The final day of class will feature a “Shareformance”.

4 Week Workshops:
If you can’t make one of our semester classes, or if you want to expand your knowledge in a specific area, this may be the class for you!

Musical Theatre, 2nd-8th Grade
Begins October 12
Saturday, 9am-Noon
“Sing Out, Louise!” Learn solo and ensemble numbers from some hit Broadway shows of the past and present! Students will work on becoming true theatrical “triple threats” during this intensive. Singing, Dancing, and Acting their way through some of Musical Theatre’s most beloved songs. Includes one on one and group coaching with Musical Director. The final day of class will feature a “Shareformance”.

Details and registration information is available on the Wellesley Theatre Project website.

Paddy’s Road Race to Benefit Athletes Unlimited, Oct. 20

Join Newton Parks and Recreation for Paddy’s Road Race at West Newton Common on Sunday October 20.

The Paddy’s Road Race benefits Athletes Unlimited, a Newton Parks and Recreation program that provides year-round recreation to youth and adults with disabilities.

The race features free youth races for ages 12 and younger, a 1K youth and all abilities race, and a 3 mile run and walk.

More information and registration for any of the races is available on the Paddy’s Road Race website.  Pre-registration is recommended for all of the races. Contact Channon Ames by email or phone at 617-796-1529 with any questions.

Paddles & Pumpkins at Crystal Lake, Oct. 6

The Board of the Crystal Lake Conservancy and the Newton Parks and Recreation Department invite you to enjoy a Sunday afternoon of activities on Crystal Lake.

Sunday, October 6
Crystal Lake Bathhouse, 20 Rogers Street< Newton Highlands
2:00pm-4:00 pm.

Enjoy free canoeing and kayaking, cider, strung donuts game & pumpkin decorating. 4:00-5:00 pm learn about ongoing activities to protect our precious lake.

Participants will sign up for a half hour of boating between 2-4pm to enjoy the pleasures of canoeing/kayaking on our beautiful lake.  A lifeguard will be on duty and all participants will be required to wear life jackets and sign a waiver.

For more information, visit the Conservancy website  or call 617-967-0797.