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First Annual BBQ, Badges, and Ball

On Sunday September 18th,  Mayor Setti Warren and Newton Police Chief David
MacDonald will be hosting “Mayor Warren and Chief MacDonald’s First Annual BBQ, Badges, and Ball”. Newton is building on a commitment to and tradition of community policing by strengthening the community’s connection with the police officers who work hard to keep our neighborhoods safe.

They are hoping that all representatives of our Newton community attend, including: youth and students, families, and seniors from all villages and backgrounds. It will be a great opportunity for the City to continue to build strong community connections and a solid civic infrastructure.

The event will take place at Newton Centre Playground and will include 3-on-3 basketball games for youth ages 14 and up to play with our own Newton police.

Newton Tennis, led by long time tennis pro Mike Lewitt, (certified by both the United States Professional Tennis Association and the United States Professional Tennis Registry) will be in attendance and coordinating some fun, drop-in tennis games and contests. You do not have to have any previous experience to join in! Please use the link below to sign up to participate!

There will also be food, music, and additional games for all ages. All are encouraged to join. For additional information, please call 617-796-1436.

Interested in playing 3-on-3? Sign up here:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/QM5KTPM

To volunteer or to help sponsor the event, please follow the link below:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/BBQBadgesBallVolunteer

To sign up to participate in the tennis activities, click this link:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/tennis91816

September 18th, 1:00 – 4:00 pm
Newton Centre Playground

Concert Across America To End Gun Violence

On September 25th, our nation will pause to remember victims of acts of violence as concerts across the nation bring people together to share in the harmony and beauty of making music together. The Union Church in Waban is joining in these efforts and they invite you to an evening of prayer, poetry and song. The concert is free, open to the public, and will be appropriate for all ages.

Musicians include members of the Boston Symphony Orchestra, The Bostonians Opera and Concert Ensemble and the Union Church Choir. You can learn more about this national event by going to the website http://concertacrossamerica.org/.

September 25th, 5:00pm
The Union Church in Waban
14 Collins Road, Waban

Rosh Hashanah Family Sing-Along / Chamber Music Skills

Join us for a fun and casual Rosh Hashanah sing-along with beloved local musician Michael Harlow. A great time for the whole family! Free. Register at highlandsconservatory.com.

October 2nd, 2:30 – 3:30 pm

The Chamber Music Skills group class is open to any string student who has been playing for at least one year. Students will learn basic skills for playing in a chamber group. They will learn to feel the pulse as an ensemble, listening skills, verbal and non verbal ways of communicating musical ideas, and free improvisation as a group. The class will perform a short piece as a chamber group at the end of the semester. Cost: $30/class. Register at
highlandsconservatory.com.

Chamber Music Skills: Mondays, 4:00 – 5:00 pm

The Conservatory at Highlands is your community music school, where we can all learn and develop the craft of music together. For more information, visit highlandsconservatory.com, call 617-903-0944 or check them out on FaceBook at
facebook.com/theconservatoryathighlands/

51 Winchester Street, Newton Highlands

No Regrets: Newton and the Opioid Epidemic

Mayor Setti D. Warren and Rep. Kay Khan invite you to an important program No Regrets: Newton and the Opioid Epidemic

Featuring If Only, a short film by James Wahlberg and interactive panel discussion with special guest Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan and others affected by this epidemic. For all teens and adults.

For more resources, visit http://www.newtonma.gov/gov/health/humansvcs/opioid.asp

October 6th, 7:00 to 9:00 pm
Newton North High School
457 Walnut Street

Unique magnet mementos

Magnet The Event – Open air photo booth!!

So much better than just another photo booth. Photographing, designing and producing picture magnet on site during your event. Unique party favor for long lasting memories for you and your guests.

Call today to learn more 617-935-9834 or visit www.magnethevent.com. See them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/magnethevent/.

Etiquette Boot Camp for Kids & Teens!

Get your child in shape for the next family dinner, social gathering or formal event with Etiquette Boot Camp.

The course is specifically developed for two different age groups, 7-12 and 13-17, and will teach participants how to start and maintain conversations with adults and peers, how to introduce themselves, when to interrupt and much more. Participants will learn how to set the table, use their napkin, pass food and use utensils the European and American way.

The four-hour program is interactive, thought-provoking and fun, and will focus on topics such as good manners, table manners, conversation skills, and interview, cell phone and social media etiquette. The fee is $199.00.

Etiquette Boot Camp for Kids (Ages 7-12) will take place from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm and Etiquette Boot Camp for Young Adults (Ages 13-17) will take place from 2:00 to 6:00 pm. For more information and to enroll visit theetiquetteacademy.org or call 617-608-3920.

September 18th
Crowne Plaza Boston – Newton Hotel

Piano teacher

Bachelor of Music in Composition from Berklee College of Music, Master of Music in Jazz Studies from New England Conservatory with 30+ years teaching experience. Learn Jazz/Blues/Classical, theory, sightreading. Build a high quality musical foundation with a patient, upbeat, and caring instructor. Beginners especially welcome. Have a positive and successful learning experience. Phone Gloria Jasinski at 617-566-9704 or email: piano566@comcast.net.

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When schoolwork goes the wrong way!

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All subjects and ages are taught. Parents can now receive 25% off the first lesson. Call 781-492-8700 or visit http://www.Y3KTutorInYourHome.com.

Next Level Up Academic Coaching

School is in session. The first couple of weeks provides valuable insight as to how the year will progress for your child. Any academic concerns should be addressed as early as possible.

Next Level Up Academic Coaching is here to offer the support, guidance, and tools every student needs to succeed. They focus on the whole child, create individualized plans, and work in the comfort and convenience of your home. Many students need help with their organizational and time management skills, study habits, fundamentals, and perspective. The academic coaches at Next Level Up provide these important skills in addition to subject tutoring.

They’ve been working with Newton families since 2009 and have excellent references. Please contact  info@nextleveluptutoring.com or 781- 540-1123. To learn more, visit the website  www.nextleveluptutoring.com.