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Materials that matter

The Innovation Institute’s At the Frontiers program for grades 8-12 will begin March 16th. This year’s focus is “Materials that Matter”. This year’s specialists are an all MIT & Harvard team of postdocs and advanced grad students from some of the hottest research lab’s in materials sciences and engineering–materials transforming how we will live and work.

Classes will consist of 11 weeks of discussions and labs with specialists who change as the topics do. Topics to include:

  • molecular structure of materials
  • materials and biomechanical signatures
  • “programmable matter”

For additional information, please visit http://theinnovationinstitute.org/at-the-frontiers or contact Jennifer Montana at 617 340-9907 or via email montana@theinnovationinstitute.org.

March 16th – June 3rd, 7:00 –  8:30pm

New Physical Therapy & Acupuncture Practice in Waban!

Able Bodies Physical Therapy and Balance Acupuncture have moved to 87 Wyman Street (formally FREEZE)! They will be hosting an Open House on March 24th, from 6:00-9:00 pm.

Stop by to see the space, learn more about the therapists and see if the practice is a good fit for you. Hors d’ouevres and beverages will be served.

For more information call 617-965-4055, or contact:
Kelly PT: ablebodiesphysicaltherapy@gmail.com
Katie Lic Ac: acubalanceboston@gmail.com

Community Needs Assessment Survey

The West Suburban YMCA wants to hear from as many Newton residents as possible! The Y, a cause-driven organization, is hosting an Online Community Needs Assessment Survey to seek input from community members.

Based on the survey findings, the Y will design and deliver new programs and services that address critical issues in the areas of youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. To participate, please click here: http://surveys.ymcaexchange.org/f/178236/1d38/

Teen Theatre Cabaret

Kids learn how to act and sing in a teen theatre cabaret at the Leventhal-Sidman Jewish Community Center. Under the direction of theater professionals, teens will learn about acting through song and explore how to interpret and connect to the lyrics to tell a story. Teens will also receive professional vocal, acting and dance training.

Class will culminate in a performance to be held on May 22nd at 7:00 pm. Geared for teens ages 13-17 years old, cost is $375.00. Register at bostonjcc.org/teencabaret or for more information, contact artclasses@jccgb.org or 617-558-6486.

March 6th – May 22nd from 4:15-6:00 pm
333 Nahanton Street, Newton on Sundays

Rummage Sale date correction: March 6th and 7th

The Sisterhood of Temple Shalom of Newton is holding their annual Rummage Sale upstairs in the Social Hall featuring all sorts of useful items and unique treasures.  Clothing, Furniture, Household, Antiques, Collectibles…you name it and they will have it! Everything is price to sell.

Sunday, March 6th and Monday March 7th
Temple Shalom of Newton
175 Temple Street

Heartbreak Hill Road Race & Walk

It already feels like Spring outside, so it’s time to start dusting off those running (or walking) shoes! The 24th annual Heartbreak Hill Road Race and Family Walk is a perfect way to shake off some of that cabin fever!

Every runner receives an official digital-clock time, a race medallion, goody bag and a free ticket to the pre-race pasta party at Newton City Hall the night before. The 1st, 2nd & 3rd place runners in each category win a trophy.

The first 500 registrations receive a free t-shirt. There are free activities for kids organized by the Lasell College Special Events students.

Not a runner? Everyone can walk the course at 11:30 am. Register at www.newtoncommunitypride.org

April 17th, 12 noon – 3:30 pm, Rain or Shine
Newton City Hall

Newton Unplugged!

Unplugged and Connected! reminds us there is more to life than what is on the other side of a plug. The 2016 calendar provides suggested activities and events for friends, families and neighbors to enjoy together.

Please visit www.familyaccess.org  and click on the Newton Unplugged link on the main menu or go directly to the calendar at

Uplugged-2016.pdf

 

STEAM Summer Program for kids ages 6-12

Come to an Open House for the STEAM Summer Program for kids ages 6-12 in Brighton. From puzzles and games to programming and painting, there is something for every student! The Studio of Engaging Math’s summer program offers kids the chance to experience just how fun science, math and engineering can be.

The hands on activities focus on the most engaging and exciting STEAM topics: science, technology, engineering, art & math. Learn about geometry by drawing tessellations and making beautiful origami. Study structure support by building bridges. Play strategy games to strengthen critical thinking and reasoning. Build a house of your dreams with a 3D modeling program. Learn how to program by making your own video games and animations. Have fun and learn at the same time! For more information, please visit: http://engagingmath.com/site/summer-program/ or 617-903-3168.

Open House February 26th, 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Studio of Engaging Math
www.engagingmath.com

Newton Reads: “I’ll Give You the Sun”

Join Newton Reads: On the Same Page, a month-long community reading program. Throughout March, the Newton Free Library will host a series of events related to the 2016 selection, “I’ll Give You the Sun” by Jandy Nelson. It is a story of first love, family, loss, and betrayal told from different points in time, and in separate voices, by artists Jude and her twin brother Noah.

The idea for Newton Reads began when Newton teens expressed their desire to improve communication with adults about difficult topics. By reading the same book, we hope to broaden and deepen an appreciation of reading and encourage the Newton community to share their experiences. We believe that community connection and inter-generational discussion are essential to promoting tolerance and cultural understanding. To learn more click here: Newton Reads.

Check out this year’s choice and join the discussion! Mark your calendar for the following Newton Reads events. All events are for teens and adults take place in Druker Auditorium, unless otherwise noted.

March 14th, 4:00 or 7:00 pm: Starry Night Pastel Workshop*
March 16th, 7:00 pm: PFLAG Presents: Community Safe Spaces Workshop
March 20th, 2:00 pm: Book Discussion @ L’Aroma Café & Bakery
March 24th, 7:00 pm: Skype with Jandy Nelson
March 30th, 6:30 pm: To Infinity & Beyond: The Afterlife
March 31st, 7:00 pm: Book Discussion @ the Newton Free Library (3rd Floor Rear Arc)

*Registration (required) begins February 22nd. Please register for one workshop.

Newton Food Pantry needs help

The Newton Food Pantry is in great need of additional volunteers on Monday mornings to help unload and store food that is delivered from the food bank. The work only takes about an hour of time. However, the exact time when they need volunteers at the pantry to do this work changes from week to week depending upon the food bank schedule. Typically they need people for an hour, sometime between 9:00 and 11:30 am, and they send out an email a few days in advance advising volunteers of the time. Unloading and storing inventory is crucial to pantry operations and their core group on Mondays is small and desperate for help. Please email newtonfoodpantry@gmail.com if you can help.

As you know, the Newton Food Pantry is an all volunteer non-profit that has been providing food for over 30 years to those in our community who experience food insecurity. They presently provide a 5+ day supply of non-perishable and healthy fresh food to approximately 600 Newton residents each month. But they need your help in order to continue to serve our neighbors in need.