Announcing the grand opening of the Maestro Musicians Academy at the Young Israel of Brookline in Coolidge Corner offering expert lessons in violin, viola, and cello. 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
The John M. Barry Boys & Girls Club of Newton’s Alumni & Friends Golf Tournament will be at Glen Ellen Country Club in Millis on Friday September 20th for an 8:30 a.m. shotgun start.
Don’t miss this chance to reconnect with old friends and support The John M. Barry Boys & Girls Club while doing something you love. This will be the second year at Glen Ellen and once again for your convenience the golf, the meal, the raffle and the awards ceremony will all be in the same place.
Foursomes $500- Individuals $125. Hole Sponsorships are just $100. For more information or to become a sponsor, email dsellers@newtonbgc.com. To learn more about this beautiful course go to www.theglencc.com.
Saturday and Sunday, September 7 and 8, noon-5:00 PM
NEWTON COMMUNITY WEEKEND
Newton residents are invited to enjoy free admission to the museum.
Sunday, September 8, 2:00 PM
HISTORIC NEWTON WALKS
Newton Cemetery: A Good State of Forwardness
Did you know that the land that Newton Cemetery occupies now was once used for pharmaceutical and leather factories? Learn about how that industrial land was developed as part of the garden cemetery movement, and why it’s important as a green space today. Follow Archivist Sara Goldberg and Preservation Planner Katy Holmes on a walk through Newton Cemetery, featuring some of the cemetery’s most notable “residents.” Meet in front of the chapel just inside the main gate. Parking is available in the parking lot to the left of the chapel. Free.
Thursday, September 19, 7:30 PM
HISTORY BOOK CLUB
This month’s book selection is 1491: New Revelations of the Americas Before Columbus by Charles C. Mann. In this book, the author dispels myths about Indian life and communities before Columbus, describing the heterogeneity and sophistication of their cultures. The book takes the reader through a vibrant overview of centuries of Indian culture both before and shortly after Columbus lands in America. The book club is free and open to all, new members are welcome.
Sunday, September 22, 2:00 PM
HISTORIC NEWTON WALKS
A Remarkable Woman: Annie Cobb, Victorian Architect and Builder
Annie Cobb, a Victorian woman of some means but with no traditional education, became an architect-arguably America’s first woman architect-and builder in the newly emerging suburb of Newton Highlands. Join Laura Fitzmaurice to learn about Cobb’s unique story and her houses, dating from 1877 to 1903. Meet at the Corner of Forest and Chester Streets. Free.
CURRENT EXHIBITIONS
Confronting Our Legacy: Slavery and Antislavery in the North: This new exhibition transforms the lower gallery of the museum into a three-dimensional learning center with hands-on activities and information about colonial slavery, the Underground Railroad, and local abolitionists.
An Architect Ahead of Her Time: Annie Cobb (1830-1911): Starting in the 1870s, Annie Cobb built 16 homes in Newton Highlands and exhibited at the World’s Fair of 1893 in Chicago. She was arguably the first woman architect in America, and succeeded in fashioning a career for herself in the male world of building in a time when women’s work was mainly limited to the home.
Newton and the Civil War: In celebration of the sesquicentennial of the Civil War, Historic Newton will be featuring a changing exhibit showcasing Newton residents in the Civil War. Also be sure to visit our new Women’s Fashions of the Civil War Era exhibit.
Peeking into Newton’s Toy Chest: The values and lessons toys teach us, as shown by the Historic Newton collection, are explored in this exhibit. Children’s attractions include hands-on toys and a model train.
Mapping a New Town: 1714-1874: Maps depicting Newton’s growth over the centuries are displayed; special activities for children are also featured.
Newton Salutes-Newton’s Civil War Soldiers and Citizens: Our city’s citizens participated in the war effort in many ways-from fighting on the battlefields to sewing undergarments at home. See their faces and learn their stories in this salute to Newton’s brave citizens from an earlier era
The Newton History Gallery: Featuring tools, furniture, clothing, and toys to illustrate the Newton of the past.
The Jackson Homestead and Museum is open from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM Tuesday through Friday, and Noon to 5:00 PM Saturday and Sunday.
If you need special assistance, please call 617-796-1450.
Down Under Yoga located in Newton with some of the country’s finest yoga instructors is offering Fall classes for kids ages 3-6, 5-7, 8-11, 11-14 and for Teens. Classes teach kids skills to keep their bodies strong and flexible as well as make them feel calm, confident and secure. Kids also love the group format of these fun and challenging classes. Session runs September 10 – December 21.
To register, please call 617-244-9642 or email suhrida@downunderyoga.com. Visit www.downunderyoga.com for more information.
Online registrations now available for 2013-2014 School Year memberships at www.newtonbgc.com. The John M. Barry Boys & Girls Club will open for members with the first day of school on Tuesday, September 3rd. Walk in registration begins on Monday August 26th, but why not handle your registration online this year? It is quick, easy and you can pay using any major credit card.
For just $125 all children in your family between the ages of 6 and 18 have access to:
Since there is no extra cost, please consider adding all of the children in your family to your membership regardless of whether or not you know they plan to attend the club.
If your child requires transportation, there are just 3 spots left on the Franklin/Burr bus route. There is a short waiting list for the Lincoln Eliot/Cabot bus route. A downloadable application for the transportation program can be found here.
As always, the Club will not turn away any family that cannot afford to pay the membership fee. You can apply for Financial Aid by clicking here and you will be contacted with information on how to activate your membership.
Hello Bigelow friends,
If you are in town on Monday, August 19 and have some time to spare, we could really use your help. Pre-ordered SchoolKidz will be arriving soon and volunteers are needed to assemble the kits. Whether your schedule allows for you to stop by for 30 minutes or a couple of hours, your help would be much appreciated. Alicia Herbert will have everything set up in the Bigelow cafeteria at 10:00 a.m. and plans to finish around noon. Please call or text Alicia at 857-417-2860 to volunteer. (Thank you, Alicia, for taking on this task!)
Thank you and we hope you are having a fabulous summer!
Regards,
Julie Bourgoin and Carolyn Judge
Bigelow PTO Co-Presidents
Registration for the Watertown Children’s Theatre’s programs has begun. Spaces fill early so act soon.
Auditions for fall plays will be held in September. Be sure to check the calendar for mandatory pre-audition information sessions.
Details on the fall programs for grades 1-12 are on the WCT’s website.
Summer offerings by Historic Newton include:
Thursday, June 27, 7:30 PM
HISTORY BOOK CLUB
In this month’s book selection, The Americanization of Benjamin Franklin, noted historian Gordon Wood debunks the mythology of Franklin as the quintessential American. In his marvelous and readable book, Wood shows how complex and contradictory Franklin’s life was: his preoccupation with becoming a gentleman; his longtime loyalty to the Crown; the personal character of his conversion to revolutionary; and his controversies with John and Sam Adams and with Congress. The book is a magnificent fresh version of Franklin’s life and reputation, filled with insights into the Revolution and into the emergence of America’s idea of itself. The book club is free and open to all, new members are welcome.
Saturday and Sunday, July 6 and 7, noon-5:00 PM
NEWTON COMMUNITY WEEKEND
Newton residents are invited to enjoy free admission to the museum. Celebrate the birth of our nation by re-visiting Newton’s revolutionary past in our “Newton History Gallery” and “Mapping a New Town” exhibitions.
Sunday, July 14, 2:00 PM
HISTORIC NEWTON WALKS
Crystal Lake: Resource to Recreation
From skating in winter to swimming in summer, Crystal Lake has been an important community resource for outdoor recreation. Did you know that it also provided much of the ice that kept local resident’s food cold before the refrigerator? Join local resident Lucy Caldwell Stair to hear some of the stories behind this beloved community resource, and add your own. Meet in grassy lot adjacent to the Crystal Lake bathhouse parking lot on Rogers Street. Free.
Sunday, July 28, 2:00 PM
HISTORIC NEWTON WALKS
Voices of Newtonville: A Village History
Explore the history of Newtonville from its rural beginnings, through its suburban development as a railroad stop, to the changes brought by the construction of the Mass Pike. Join Harvard graduate student and Historic Newton intern Tracy Lindboe as she leads us through the development of Newtonville using historic perspectives and narratives from past Newtonville residents. Meet at the Newton North High School Parking Lot at Elm Road and Walnut Street. Free.
In addition, current exhibitions include:
Confronting Our Legacy: Slavery and Antislavery in the North: a three-dimensional learning center with hands-on activities and information about colonial slavery, the Underground Railroad, and local abolitionists.
An Architect Ahead of Her Time: Annie Cobb (1830-1911): Arguably the first woman architect in America, Cobb succeeded in fashioning a career for herself in the male world of building in a time when women’s work was mainly limited to the home.
Newton and the Civil War: showcasing Newton residents in the Civil War. Also be sure to visit our new Women’s Fashions of the Civil War Era exhibit.
Help keep Newton children SAFE, STRONG & FREE by volunteering with the Child Assault Prevention (CAP) program. Training for Volunteer Prevention Specialists for the 2013-2014 school year begins the week of October 20 — mark your calendar now.
The CAP Program relies on trained volunteers to teach elementary students simple strategies to reduce their vulnerability to verbal, physical and sexual assault. Volunteers work in teams, led by an experienced team captain. Training is provided. This year’s training begins the week of October 20. Volunteer commitment is 4-6 hours per month, for one school year. 16 Continuing Education Credits available for MSW.
For more information and to set up a screening interview please contact Gail Sommer, Director, by phone (617.969.5906 x 143) or by email. Visit the CAP website for more information.
Registration is open for the John M. Barry Boys & Girls Club of Newton’s 30th Annual Golf Tournament at Brae Burn Country Club on Monday, July 29.
Enjoy lunch, access to the driving range, and a great day of golf. This tournament is play your own ball, and there will be prizes for low net, longest drive and closest to the pin. The evening reception will offer heavy hor d’oeuvres and complimentary beer and wine, with a live auction, raffles and more!
Date: Monday, July 29, 2013
Time: 10:30am Registration & Lunch | 12:00pm Tee Off | 5:30pm Reception
Location: Brae Burn Country Club, 326 Fuller Street, West Newton
Cost: $300/player (on or before June 1) ~ OR ~ $325/player (on or after June 2)
Celebrity players scheduled to participate include Dave Cowens and Tim Sweeney. Celebrities for Charity will donate some exciting live auction items, including tickets to join Ray Bourque in his personal suite. Auction and raffle prizes include a men’s Victorinox Swiss Army watch, autographed Gronkowski jersey, and Coach leather pocket swing pack.