The Transformation of Newton North High School

“It’s gone … but you can still see it here” The Transformation of Newton North High School. Photography by Sharon Schindler
Noted Newton Photographer Sharon Schindler has compiled photos of both the old and the new Newton North High Schools for this exhibit and in a coffee table book. Join us for a reception at the New Art Center on December 7 from 6- 8:30 pm.

December 7 to December 14 – Photography Exhibition of the Old Newton North High School, by Sharon Schindler at the New Art Center. 

New Art Center – Opening reception Wednesday, December 7, 2011, 6:00 pm – 8:30pm
61 Washington Park, Newtonville
www.NewArtCenter.org
617-964-3424
www.SharonSchindlerPhotography.com

Information session – Maine Arts Camp

CHESTNUT HILL, MASSACHUSETTS
Sunday, November 13, 2011
1:00 – 4:00 pm
The Farm Condominiums
99 Florence St.
Chestnut Hill, MA 02467

Directions:
From Route 9 East, turn right on Florence St. (just before the Atrium
Mall). ow Florence St. for about 1/2 mile to The Farm condominiums.
Turn right into The Farm (the sign is small).
Follow the road to the tennis courts and take a left. You will see a pool,
fountain and “boathouse” recreation building on the left. There is a
parking lot in front of the boathouse, which is where we’ll meet.

Newton Girls Basketball Registration (NGBA)

Newton Girls Basketball Registration (NGBA): High school registration deadline is Tuesday, November 30. NGBA High School league is intended for girls who have played basketball and are seeking a fun and slightly more competitive experience. Players in the high school league generally are former grade 2-8 NGBA players interested in playing a recreational, competitive basketball game on Saturdays. NGBA second grade program provides a fun introduction to basketball for both players and parents. The program is lead by a professional basketball coach, with assistance from high school student coaches. The program is designed to teach the basics of basketball during the first part of the 50 minute session, and then organizes games/scrimmages for the second part. Sessions are Saturday mornings at Oak Hill Middle School. NGBA also has a limited number of slots available in Grades 2-8. For more information go to www.ngba.net.

Waban Library Center

The Waban Library Center has two excited workshops to keep you warm this winter. The Waban Library Center is located at 1608 Beacon Street, Newton, MA.  More details can be found on our website: www.wabanlibrarycenter.org or by call 617 244-0700.

Flamenco Dance Workshop for Adult beginners! 
Thursday, Nov. 10th at the WLC Dance instruction 7pm – 8:15pm with Eve Agush. Refreshments and good company until 9pm. $25 per person. Space is limited. Reserve your spot by emailing wabanlibrary@gmail.com

Belly Dance Workshop for Adult beginners! 
Friday, Dec. 2nd at the WLC Dance instruction 7pm – 8:15pm with Johara & Snake Dance Productions. Refreshments and good company until 9pm. $25 per person.  Space is limited. Reserve your spot by emailing wabanlibrary@gmail.com

7th Annual Statewide Poetry Contest

World Unity, Inc. and WROR radio are sponsoring the 7th Annual Statewide Poetry Contest, on the theme of Equality and Diversity. Students across Massachusetts are invited to write a poem that best describes their interpretation of equality and diversity. The poem should be about 100 words or less and must fit a 30 second spot. The poetry contest will begin November 7th.  Last day for entry is December 16, 2011, only one entry is permitted per person. 

A committee of educators and community leaders will select three of the most representative poems, which will be read by the student and produced into a public service announcement that will air on WROR radio.  To submit your entry please visit www.worldunityinc.org.  For more information call (617) 522-8645.

Turkey Bowl is THIS Thursday

Turkey Bowl is happening this Thursday, Nov 10th.  Make sure your children come to support this annual ALL BIGELOW football event after school in Burr Park…..and make sure they bring their allowance and EXTRA $$ from you!

If you are contributing to the Election Day Bake Sale Tuesday, Nov 8th, please consider making an extra batch for the 8th Graders Turkey Bowl on Thursday, Nov 10th (2 bake sales in one week!!) Remember all proceeds are for the benefit of 8th Graders. Donations to the Turkey Bowl bake sale contact lirikaler@comcast.net or call Liri at 617-699-9428.

Stella & Dot jewelry party

Host a Stella & Dot jewelry party and earn free jewelry for yourself or those on your gift list!!! It is so much fun! Get some friends together for some fun girl time and jewels! With the holidays around the corner, now is the best time to do it. Contact Elyssa Klein Freedman at 617-872-8122 or at elyssaf@comcast.net  for more information. Check the website at www.stelladot.com/elyssafreedman

Newton Youth Players’ Registrations

Registration is now open for the Summer, 2012 Newton Youth Players’ adaptation of the Sound of Music which starred Julie Andrews in the title role. Open to students enter Grades 2-6 in the Fall of 2012, rehearsals run from June 25 – July 18 at the Newton Cultural Center, 225 Nevada St., Newtonville. Performance is on July 17 at 6:00pm. Sponsored by the Mayor’s Office for Cultural Affairs, Directed by Melissa Bernstein.

On-line registration is at NewtonYouthPlayers.com or call 617-796-1540.

Keeping up our Circulation

A Nov. 29 forum “The Future of Transportation in Newton” organized by the LWV-Newton will explore how the City can grow and develop without more gridlock and parking woes. Presenters Stephanie Pollack, chair of the mayor’s Transportation Advisory Committee, Eric Bourassa, transportation manager for the Metropolitan Area Planning Council, Jacqueline Douglas, director of Livable Streets, will examine the findings of studies on Routes 128 and 9, the year-long study by the Transportation Advisory Committee (TAC), as well as transportation models that seek to balance the needs of all modes of transportation, including, pedestrians, bikes, cars and mass transit. At the Newton Free Library, 7 – 9 pm.”