Month: May 2013

  • Go to Bat for the Jimmy Fund

    Go to Bat for the Jimmy Fund

    Saturday, June 15

    Have an experience like no other at Fenway Park to support Dana-Farber and the Jimmy Fund.

    This summer, make your dreams a reality at John Hancock Fenway Fantasy Day to benefit the Jimmy Fund at historic Fenway Park on Saturday, June 15.

    With batting and fielding packages available for individuals and groups, anyone can be an all-star at this special fundraising event, and create once-in-a-lifetime memories while supporting cancer research and patient care.

    This is an extra special season, as the Boston Red Sox and the Jimmy Fund celebrate their 60th anniversary — Join us as we strike out cancer!

    Register here.
    Jimmy Fund Fenway Park fundraiser
    For more information, please contact:
    Emma Green
    The Jimmy Fund, Corporate Partnerships
    617-582-8342
    emma_green@dfci.harvard.edu

     

  • Le’s Pho in Dorchester is Worth the Commute!

    Le’s Pho in Dorchester is Worth the Commute!

    We have been going to Mr. Le’s restaurants for over a decade, starting with his tiny outpost (no longer there) in Chinatown, moving on to his Allston location, and occasionally making it to his Cambridge restaurant when we braved the parking challenges.

    We frequented Atrium mall frequently until it closed down last summer. And we even made it to Dorchester where we were treated to the Beef 7 Ways special feast. It was truly amazing. The beef is truly different in the seven different preparations and each version is more delicious than the last. But save room, you will be stuffed!

    My kids’ first meals were Pho too. And the crispy spring rolls. My toddler daughter, tired of eating baby food, one day snatched a crispy spring roll from the table and ate it. She didn’t choke (our fear) and it was clear that she enjoyed it.

    Now that my kids are 13, 11 and 8, I marvel that they eat everything Vietnamese including the roast quail (my personal favorite), they own versions of Pho, lemongrass pork and rice chowder without any  green stuff, please!

    My kids treat Mr. and Mrs. Le like extended family and indeed, they were willing surrogate grandparents for them, often carrying them around to see the fish tanks so we could eat our meal in peace when they were babies.

    We are so thrilled to find Mr. Le on WGBH Food! If you can make it down to Dorchester, it’s worth it for the extensive menu including Beef 7 Ways which is exclusive to this location! If not, Allston!

    Watch Episode 205: Duyen Le / Pho Le on PBS. See more from Neighborhood Kitchens.

  • One Fund Event at Newton Free Library

    One Fund Event at Newton Free Library


    Come Join Us to Share

    Poems, Prayers, and Songs

    for Peace and Unity:

    An Interfaith Call for Healing and Peace

    in our World

    In honor of the victims and survivors of the

    Boston Marathon 2013

     The One Fund Newton Free Library

    Donations to the One Fund for the victims will be accepted.

     

    Newton Free Library, Druker Auditorium

    Monday, May 20th, 2013

    3:45-5:00pm

    Come join others from many faiths to share your hopes, wishes, and dreams for peace in our world and unity among our human family. Bring a poem, prayer or song to share or just come to listen and be with others who share a similar interest in peace and unity.

    All ages are welcome. An art table will be available for anyone who wishes to draw or create something.

    Light healthy refreshments will be served at the close of the program.

    Sponsored by the Newton Bahá’í Community and the Peacemakers Class of Newton

     

  • Washington Blvd BoxART near Newton Wellesley Hospital

    Washington Blvd BoxART near Newton Wellesley Hospital

    Another lovely example of Newton Street Art. This BoxART piece is on Washington Blvd. which is part of the Boston Marathon route near the Newton Wellesley hospital.

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    Newton BoxART. Newton MA street art galleryNewton BoxART. Newton MA street art gallery

  • Fiction Writing for Children Workshop (Adults only)

    Fiction Writing for Children Workshop (Adults only)

    Oh man! What I wouldn’t give to join this workshop but unfortunately, I am driving a soccer carpool at that same exact time. Karen Day won a Texas Bluebonnet award for her first book Tall Tales. She’s since published three books with Wendy Lamb, an über publisher that tends to nurture Newbery winners.

    author Karen Day, Newton MA

    This is the class description:

    Over the last 20 years, the market for children’s novels has exploded. Yet writing for these age groups is challenging and more complicated than it may seem. In this workshop, local children’s book author Karen Day will introduce you to the world of novel writing for children. This will include an overview of the industry as well as tips on how to get started. Mostly this will be a place for brainstorming ideas and voice.

    Participants will write, share and discuss their work. No experience is necessary. This workshop will meet on Thursdays from 7:30-9pm and run for four consecutive weeks, beginning May 30th. Workshop fee of $150.

    WHEN: May 30, June 6, June 13, June 20

    TIME: 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm

    WHEREWaban Library Center, 1608 Beacon Street

    COST: $150

    TO REGISTER: Please fill out this page and mail it, along with your $150 fee, to Waban Improvement Society, P.O. Box 6, Waban, MA 02468. Checks should be payable to “WIS – Waban Library Center.” You many also hand this form/check in an envelope to a volunteer at the desk at the WLC. Please make sure to email us at wabanlibrary@gmail.com to let us know you wish to register.

    Spaces are limited. **In the event that the class fills before we received your registration, we will return your check. **

    Registrant Contact Information

    Name: ________________________________________

    Signature: _____________________________________

    Phone No:_____________________________________

    Address: _____________________________________

    Fee

    $__________

    _____________________________________

    WLC instructors assume no responsibility for injury to person/child listed above. The undersigned assumes all risks and hazards incidental to the conduct of these activities for him or herself or for his or her child. The undersigned releases and waives any and all claims against Waban Improvement Society, Inc. 

    ***A volunteer-run organization, the WLC depends on the financial support of patrons like you.***

  • Please VOTE for West Suburban YMCA Kids’ Song!

    Please VOTE for West Suburban YMCA Kids’ Song!

    We are SO happy to announce that More Than a Building – a song written, performed and produced by our students from  the West Suburban YMCA, has been chosen as one of the top 7 Semi-Finalist submissions in the YMCA of the USA’s songwriting competition “Sing Out for the Y”!

    We are asking for your help!

    Please vote, post, share, tweet and send the link below to your social and online communities.

    Please vote here for More Than A Building – West Suburban YMCA Music

    West Suburban YMCA (Newton, MA)

    SAMPLE LYRICS:

    When I walk in the door, I see all the friendly faces. All the staff’s lookin’ To help someone like me. And it’s part of the reason why It’s one of my favorite places. I wanna go back there every single week. Inside the hallways I feel cared for and secure. The rooms around me Hold many things to learn. I don’t wanna be anywhere else anymore. The YMCA is the only place I turn.

    It helps us learn, grow and thrive. I always feel so safe inside. It’s where we learn how to live life. We all know honesty is right.

     

  • Open House at Belkin Family Lookout Farm

    Open House at Belkin Family Lookout Farm

    Belkin Family Lookout Farm is hosting a FREE open house this weekend!

    For two days only, Saturday, May 4th and Sunday, May 5th, the farm will open its gates for free admission for the entire family. Celebrate May’s arrival and take a ride through the orchards, visit the Children’s Play Area, take a turn in the moon bounce, and find your way through the burlap maze.

    Belkin Family Lookout Farm, Natick MA

    BELKIN FAMILY LOOKOUT FARM

    Hosts FREE Open House

    TWO DAYS ONLY – Saturday, May 4 and Sunday, May 5 

    This Saturday and Sunday, Belkin Family Lookout Farm opens the gates for a Farm Open House with free admission for the entire family – the ONLY CHANCE for FREE ADMISSION before the season begins!  Celebrate May’s arrival and take a ride through the orchards, visit the Children’s Play Area, take a turn in the moon bounce, and find your way through the burlap maze.  PLUS there’ll be face painting and caterpillar rides for the kids. Chips, snacks and beverages will be available at the Snack Shack. Located less than 20 miles from Boston, Belkin Family Lookout Farm is the perfect day trip for the entire family.

    Belkin Family Lookout Farm Free Open House

    WHEN:

    Saturday, May 4th and Sunday, May 5th

    Open from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m.


    Belkin Family Lookout Farm activities for kids

    WHERE:

    Belkin Family Lookout Farm
    89 Pleasant Street South
    South Natick, MA 01760

    Belkin farm family activities Boston

    SPECIAL DISCOUNT OFFER:  When you visit the farm during the FREE Open House on May 4th or May 5th, Lookout Farm season passes will be available for purchase at a discounted price of $69.  You save $30 if you buy during the free open houses.  A season pass is valid for a family of four and allows free admission to the farm for the entire 2013 season. If you are unable to make it to the farm during the Open House weekend you can still purchase the specially priced 2013 season pass over the phone. Just call the farm at (508) 653 – 0653between May 5th and May 10th to get your season passes for $69. Lookout Farm will be open every weekend beginning May 11th.

    Belkin family farm

    ABOUT BELKIN FAMILY LOOKOUT FARM

    Established as a farm in 1651, Belkin Family Lookout Farm in South Natick is recognized as one of the oldest continuously-working farms in the country.  Steve and Joan Belkin of Weston, Massachusetts purchased the 180-acre Lookout Farm in 2005, and the Belkin family is dedicated to continuing 350 years of farm tradition for future generations.  Steve and Joan strive to provide healthy, outdoor, family fun activity while maintaining the farm’s long-rooted history and importance within the community for years to come. Visit us at lookoutfarm.com.

     

  • Free Self Defense Workshop for Kids!

    Free Self Defense Workshop for Kids!

    This great FREE self defense workshop for kids is from Giroux Brothers Martial Arts. My kids and I studied there and he’s wonderful!

    Giroux Brothers Martial Arts, free self defense workshop for kids, newton karate, Newton MA

    I’d personally like to invite you and your child (ren) to attend a free self defense workshop at Giroux Bros. Martial Arts this Saturday from 1 pm to 2 pm. 

    In the workshop I will be discussing the importance of using your BRAIN more than anything else when it relates to self defense. 

    I will be discussing bully prevention techniques as well as discussing stranger danger

    Kids will all get a chance at sparring me for fun, as well as breaking a board at the end of the class. 

    This class will be taught in a basic, fun, and non-fearing environment.  Both of my daughters will be in attendance as well.  They are 5 and 6 years old.  

    In order to attend, you MUST register online.  You can access the registration tab on our home page atwww.GirouxBros.com or for your convenience, I’ve attached the link here: 

    click here 

    I hope that you can make it!!

    Steve Giroux, Giroux Brothers Martial Arts, (No uniform necessary to attend this free workshop)

    Steve Giroux 
    Owner / 6th Degree Black Belt

    Steve Giroux, karate, Newton

     

  • Newton Family Singers Spring Concert with GIVEAWAY!

    Newton Family Singers Spring Concert with GIVEAWAY!

    THE TIDE IS HIGH

    Songs Reflecting on the Water

    It finally feels like Spring, and that means the Newton Family Singers Spring Concert is around the corner!

    Join them for a program of tender, poignant and rocking water-inspired songs by an eclectic mix of artists, including the Beatles, Lyle Lovett, Blondie, the Grateful Dead and the Indigo Girls, in addition to strikingly beautiful songs by local songwriters, award winning singer-songwriter-naturalist, Oen Kennedy, and Waban’s own Andy Rogovin. This has something for everyone.  Bring your family and prepare to sing along!

    Newton farmers market

    This concert, they will be thanking our Facebook fans with a ukulele giveaway!  In order to be eligible to win, please like us on Facebook!   They will also be giving away a few other prizes to a few lucky concert-goers.  Good luck!

    To see the Newton Family Singers in action, check out this 10 min. behind-the-scenes video of our Spring 2012 Concert!

    Sunday, May 5th at 4pm

    Memorial Spaulding Auditorium
    250 Brookline St.
    Newton, MA

    Tickets are on sale now!
    Buy them online!
    $10 Adults/$8 kids
    Doors Open at 3:30pm