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Engineering and Logic Summer Camp

Join for a week of intellectual and engaging activities! Participate in engineering challenges, collaborate on science experiments, play strategy games, solve puzzles, create stunning origami and learn how to make balloon animals.

The older students will be learning 3D modeling software and will get an introduction to programming. Program includes field trips to museums and playground time. Take a look at pictures from last year on the website www.engagingmath.org/summercamp or call 617-975-0268.

Open House: February 9th and March 16th, 12:00 pm – 3:30 pm

Newton Kitchen Tour

Save the date – the Newton Kitchen Tour is Sunday April 13th.
This self-guided tour will showcase some of the most fabulous kitchens in Newton. The tour offers a chance to walk around and see up close and personal those kitchens you see in magazines. You’ll also be able to ask questions of architects, designers, contractors, and homeowners who have been through the renovation process. Tickets go on sale in February. http://www.newtonkitchentour.com/

Newton Community Farm Summer Classes for Youth

Programs for Pre-school through Grade 9 – Now enrolling !!

Looking for fun filled, hands on, educational classes for this summer? Then look no further! Newton Community Farm has an exciting array of programs for all ages that focus on being outdoors and the growing of food.

Farm Sprouts – Pre-school and Kindergarten
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday, 10:00 – 11:00 am,  week of June 16th – week of August 25th. Meets weekly choose your day.

Little Diggers – Students entering Grades 1 and 2
Monday – Friday, 9:00 – 12:30 pm,  week of July 7th and Aug 4th
1 week sessions

Farmer in Training – Students entering Grades 3 – 5
Monday – Friday, 9:00 – 12:30 pm, week of July 7th – week of Aug 25th.
1 week sessions

Socially Aware Young Farmers – Students entering Grades 6 – 9.
Monday – Friday, 9:00 – 12:30 pm, week of July 14th and July 21st.
1 week sessions

For more information and registration details please visit the website at www.newtoncommunityfarm.org/education.  (No classes the week of July 4th.)

Newton Community Farm
303 Nahanton St, Newton

Get in the Game

Get in the Game. Register NOW for Newton Girls Softball

Newton Girls Softball registration is underway. This is a recreational league for over 300 Newton girls in grades 1-7. Every year, players of all skill levels have a fun and rewarding experience.

Visit the website www.NewtonGirlsSoftball.org for more details, access to on-line registration, and winter indoor clinic information. Register before January 31st to avoid a late fee. February 28th is the last date you can register with guaranteed placement and pair-me-with requests.

Beginner Guitar lessons

Kristina Haney, former Oak Hill student (’04 graduate), is offering beginner guitar lessons to anyone interested. Her passion for music started at a young age, she believes that cultivating a love for music through instrument learning should start early, and she would love to offer her knowledge and experience. Kristina is a Colby College graduate. She has taken 4 years of guitar lessons, played in an ensemble, and taught guitar and poetry to young kids in the past. If interested, please email krishaney5@gmail.com or call 617-823-9860.

Fun, free EXPO at Newton North High School!

NEW DATE: Tuesday, February 4th from 5:00 to 7:30 pm.

Teens and parents/guardians are invited to the Just Think: Teens Making Smart Choices expo for participative, informative exhibits; student performances; and fun. Meet 30+ community exhibitors who help teens stay safe and healthy. Get information about everything from driving and pedestrian safety to healthy eating and positive body image to stress reduction and mental health support.

Refreshments will be served, and special treat bags will be distributed to the first 50 students who come with their parent/guardian!

Calling all sports fans!

Well-known sports personality Bill Littlefield, star and producer of NPR’s Only A Game, is
speaking at the Waban Library Center. Come to a fun reception and book signing of his legendary book, ”Only A Game,” and hear the inside scoop on our teams and much more!
$5 donation to the WLC is your ticket.

Tuesday, February  4th, 7:30 pm
1608 Beacon Street, Waban
www.wabanlibrarycenter.org

Open Positions on City of Newton Boards/Commissions/Advisory Committees

Citizen involvement in local government has been one of Mayor Warren’s highest priorities since taking office and Newton has the good fortune to be home to a wealth of knowledgeable and talented individuals. Current opening for talented residents  to volunteer on a Board or Commission include:

BioSafety Committee
The Mayor is looking for volunteers to serve on the Biosafety Committee. This Committee oversees the use of recombinant DNA, infectious agents, and biohazardous materials in the course of research. The Committee is responsible for reviewing and approving all applications, proposals, activities and facilities for the purpose of research. While the Committee has not met in more than 10 years, there is renewed interest in the economic development potential of biotech firms. The Biosafety Committee is comprised of nine (9) members including the Commissioner of Health and Human Services, two (2) members of the Newton Health Advisory Council appointed by the Commissioner, three (3) members appointed by the Mayor, at least one of whom is a scientist knowledgeable in the field of rDNA research and technology and the other two with experience in public health, occupational health, infectious diseases or environmental health and three (3) members appointed by the Board of Aldermen, one of whom represents public health. If interested, please send a resume along with a letter of interest to Reenie Murphy at rmurphy@newtonma.gov.

Traffic Council
The City of Newton is seeking a qualified Newton resident with expertise in traffic engineering or traffic planning to serve as the Citizen Representative on the Newton Traffic Council. The Citizen Representative will be appointed by the Mayor for a term of three (3) years. The Traffic Council reviews site-specific requests for traffic and parking changes and is composed of five voting members, including one Citizen, one Alderman, and three City staff members representing the Planning, Police and Public Works Departments. If interested, please send a resume along with a letter of interest to Reenie Murphy at rmurphy@newtonma.gov.

Youth Commission
There are several openings for membership on the Newton Youth Commission which is a volunteer body of high school students and adults working together to empower youth. The commission has seven voting members ages 13-19 from all over the city who are appointed by the Mayor with the approval of the Board of Aldermen. Commissioners learn about civic engagement and connect with city officials. Please visit www.newtonma.gov/youth for an application. Questions should be directed to Jenny O’Leary, Director of Youth Services, 617-796-1436, joleary@newtonma.gov.

Youth Advisory Committee
There are openings on the Advisory Board to the Youth Commission, which is appointed by the Mayor, with the advice of the youth commission. The advisory board has twenty youth and adult members selected to represent, police, schools, health, recreation and other public or private organizations concerned with youth. Adults interested in applying for the Advisory Board should submit both a resume and statement of interest. Youth interested should submit an application. Applications can be found at www.newtonma.gov/youth. Questions should be directed to Jenny O’Leary, Director of Youth Services, 617-796-1436, joleary@newtonma.gov.

Register for Spring Kindergarten Soccer!

Since 1993, Kindergarten Soccer has been introducing children to soccer in a fun and non-competitive environment, where girls and boys develop friendships, learn teamwork, and gain confidence.  Games are played on Saturday mornings at Richardson Field in Waban, starting April 5th. Join in and meet other Newton families! The Kindergarten League is open to all Newton children who are currently in kindergarten; the Pre-K League is open to all Newton children who will start kindergarten in the fall of 2014.

Kindergarten Soccer is a program of the Zervas Elementary PTO since 1993. For more information and for online registration, please visit the website: www.KindergartenSoccer.org.