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Registration Open for HopeWalks
Registration Open now for HopeWalks!
Newton-Wellesley Hospital has announced that online registration is now “live” for the eighth annual Hope Walks event to be held on Sunday, October 1, 2017. One of Newton-Wellesley’s most beloved traditions, Hope Walks is a 3.3-mile walk to benefit patients of the Vernon Cancer Center.
Proceeds from the fundraiser support access to clinical trials and research, nutrition and genetic counseling, art therapy, yoga, psycho-social services, patient navigation, survivorship initiatives as well as the Pappas PACT (Parenting at a Challenging Time), a parent guidance program for patients with children impacted by a cancer diagnosis.
The Hope Walks route begins and ends at the Hospital. All ages are welcome. Check-in begins at 9:00 AM, with opening ceremonies starting at 9:30 AM. The walk will start at 10:00 AM. Each walker is encouraged to raise a minimum of $100.
NEW THIS YEAR: Register by September 15th to save $10 and pay a reduced fee of $30. After September 15, the registration fee is $40. Online registration is now open at www.nwh.org/hopewalks.
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Keyes Drugs Partners with Newton at Home
Keyes Drug in Newton, a pharmacy that provides prescriptions, compounded medications, medical supplies, high quality vitamins and nutritional supplements, and vaccines, has just announced it will partner with Newton at Home (NAH), a nonprofit organization dedicated to keeping seniors living in their homes safely. Keyes will sponsor Newton at Home’s health and wellness programs for the 2017-2018 year.
Some of the past popular and well attended health and wellness programs offered by Newton at Home have focused on driving safety, sleep disorders, and hearing. There have also been classes in yoga and tai chi. Starting this fall, new programming will include topics such as: nutrition, balance, mindfulness, music therapy, memory, and home fitness.
In addition, pharmacists from Keyes Drug will present lectures on the following topics: vitamins and nutritional supplements; learning about over-the-counter medications and drug-to-drug interactions; and how to store and administer medications.
Keyes Drug is located at 2090 Commonwealth Avenue, Newton. For more information, visit www.keyesdrug.com.
Newton at Home Executive Director Maureen Grannan, Keyes Drug co-owner Ray Dinno and Newton at Home Coordinator of Community Partnerships Julie Plaut Mahoney
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Summertime at The Street FREE Series
Summertime at The Street series remains in full effect. There are five complimentary events each week, ranging from the popular Kick It By Eliza fitness class to Berklee College of Music performances to Children’s Dance Parties, as well as special events like Barry’s x Best Buddies and Summertime Savasana, Yoga Under the Stars. All events are free and open to the public. Weekly Summertime at The Street events are held on The Green (47 Boylston Street Chestnut Hill, MA).
The Summertime at The Street schedule is below.Yoga on The Green
Every Sunday through October 1
9:30amThe Street has partnered with different yoga gurus for each session of Yoga on The Green, with every instructor bringing their distinct style to class on Sundays.Berklee College of Music Showcase
Every Sunday through October 1
12:00pm to 2:00pmThe Berklee College of Music Showcase brings Boston’s most talented young musicians, representing a range of genres, to The Street each Sunday. The complete schedule is below.August 6
Oscar BrownAugust 13
Harshitha KrishnanAugust 20
Lizie SarriaAugust 27
Arantza VasquezSeptember 3
Valentina LopezSeptember 10
Visnja BegovicSeptember 17
David RobinsonSeptember 24
Nick AlleyneKick It By Eliza with Emily Crocker
Every Tuesday through September 26
7:00pmEvery Tuesday, The Street hosts one Boston area’s favorite fitness programs, Kick It By Eliza.On August 29 and September 26, the high-energy cardio kickboxing class will be amplified by a live DJ.Kid-Friendly Fun
Every Tuesday through September 26
3:00pm to 5:00pmThis series includes everything from kids’ zumba to a photo booth to face painting. On Tuesday August 8, from 3:00pm to 5:00pm, kids can jam out to “Rockin’ Railroad,” a lively musical adventure. A full schedule of events is below.August 8
Rockin’ Railroad w/ KidvilleAugust 15
Brookline School of MusicAugust 22
Dance + Play with Little BeatsAugust 29
Eat the Rainbow with Green City GrowersSeptember 5
Siesta Fiesta, Yoga + Zumba with Little BeatsSeptember 12
The B Fund Photo Booth + Card MakingSeptember 19
Green Your Smoothie with Green City GrowersSeptember 26
The Paint BarAcoustic Thursdays
Every Thursday through September 28
6:00pm to 8:00pmEvery Thursday, The Street will create a chill atmosphere with Acoustic Evenings, featuring local acoustic and folk acts. The schedule of performers is below.August 3
Jose SotoAugust 10
Haley SabellaAugust 17
Box of BirdsAugust 24
Nico Rivers
August 31
Paul HansenSeptember 7
Jeff ButcherSeptember 14
Los ElkSeptember 21
The EternalsSeptember 28
HoneysuckleSummertime Savasana, Yoga Under the Stars
Wednesday, September 20
7:00pmThe Street will host Summertime Savasana, Yoga Under the Stars, an outdoor evening yoga flow led by YogaWorks, on The Mews on September 20. Guests are required to bring their own mat and are encouraged to sign up on Eventbrite to reserve their spot; a link will be available in the coming weeks. -
Massachusetts has 8th Least At-Risk Youth
Massachusetts Is 2017’s State with the 8th Least At-Risk Youth according to WalletHub study.
To determine where young Americans are not faring as well as others in their age group, WalletHub’s analysts compared the 50 states and the District of Columbia across 10 key indicators of youth risk. The data set ranges from share of disconnected youth to labor force participation rate among youth to youth poverty rate.
At-Risk Youth in Massachusetts (1=Most at Risk; 25=Avg.):
- 48th – % of Disconnected Youth
- 47th – % of Youth Without a High School Diploma
- 49th – % of Overweight & Obese Youth
- 21st – Youth Labor Force Participation Rate
- 44th – Youth Poverty Rate
- 37th – % of Homeless Youth
Top 10 States with Least At Risk Youth:
1 Mississippi 72.75 2 Louisiana 69.089 3 New Mexico 69.08 4 Alabama 63.599 5 West Virginia 60.476 6 Arkansas 60.454 7 Oregon 58.631 8 Nevada 57.765 9 Oklahoma 56.912 10 South Carolina 56.799 -
No Frills Yoga Video from Dawn Davis Yoga
NO FRILLS YOGA from Dawn Davis YogaI hope you enjoy this “no frills yoga” video in the comfort of your own home! It’s short (about 25 minutes), and is intended to get the energy flowing and promote balance and centeredness.<iframe width=”640″ height=”360″ src=”https://www.youtube.com/embed/Vlq66dOvNLg” frameborder=”0″ allowfullscreen></iframe>
Dawn Davis Yoga classes resume at The Windsor Club starting Friday, September 1st. Classes are Wednesdays and Fridays from 9:30-10:30am. All are welcome!
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Restorative Yoga Video with Dawn Davis Yoga
Take some time out (20 minutes or less) to enjoy these four restorative postures that will reset your nervous system and peel back layers of stress. Mini-meditations are woven throughout this video. This free yoga demonstration from Dawn Davis Yoga.
Classes Resume on Friday September 1st at The Windsor Club with Dawn Davis Yoga, Wednesday and Fridays from 9:30-10:30am.
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Soliciting Donations for Silk Road Gala
ATASK (Asian Task Force Against Domestic Violence) is seeking donations for the silent action for its annual fundraiser, the Silk Road Gala. Please save the date and contact Christina Ayala if you want to make a donation to this worthy cause.
Cristina Ayala
Co-Executive Director
Asian Task Force Against Domestic Violence
PO Box 120108
Boston, MA 02112
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Valeo FC Mini Champs
Hello Everyone, We are pleased to reintroduce our Mini Champs program for the upcoming Fall Season! Please take a look at the flyer below, that contains all relevant information about both the clinics and league. IMPORTANT: THERE WILL BE NO CLINICS ON THE FOLLOWING DAYS DUE TO HOLIDAYS (9/3, 10/31, 11/1, 11/2, 11/21, 11/22, 11/23). Each session lasts for a total of 6 weeks, and costs $150 per session. If you wish to do both the clinic and league, you may do so for a combined price of $250. We are also offering a special deal for those who wish to act now. The FIRST 20 PEOPLE that register will get 50% off. This offer ends Monday, August 28th so don’t miss out!
