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  • Wellesley Books Holiday Picture Book Author Event

    Wellesley Books Holiday Picture Book Author Event

    Celebrate the launch of BORIS & STELLA AND THE PERFECT GIFT, a touching Christmas/Hannukah story by Sudbury author Dara Goldman! Boris and Stella are two bears who love each other very much and want to get the perfect gift to help each other celebrate the holidays. But what happens with things get a little mixed up? Join us for a reading, Q&A, treats, and kid’s activities.
    Tuesday, Nov. 19th @ 7 pm 

    at Wellesley Books

    82 Central Street, Wellesley   

  • Today: The Berenstain Bears LIVE at the JCC

    Today: The Berenstain Bears LIVE at the JCC

    Monday, November 11 – The Berenstain Bears LIVE!

    Come on down to Bear Country! Based on the beloved series of children’s books by Stan and Jan Berenstain, The Berenstain Bears LIVE! brings everyone’s favorite bear family to life in a thrilling theatrical experience that kids and adults will treasure for years to come.

    Held at the Leventhal-Sidman Jewish Community Center (333 Nahanton Street) in Newton on Monday, November 11.

    Shows at 11am and 1pm.

    Geared for famiies with children ages 3+ years.

    Where: JCC
    333 Nahanton Street
    Newton MA 02459

    When: TODAY from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

    Who: families with children ages 3+ years

    How: For tickets, visit bostonjcc.org/magicark or call 617-965-5226 or 866-811-4111.

    Cost: Cost is $13, JCC member cost is $10

    The Berenstain Bears LIVE at the JCC Newton MA

  • Yo Fresh Deal on Living Social

    Yo Fresh Deal on Living Social

    My friend Lynn is very good at scouting unique gifts and great deals. She just sent me this link to Living Social. It’s a gift card for $12 from Yo Fresh in Newtonville but it only costs $6 and never expires.

    • $6 for $12 to spend on food and non-alcoholic drinks
    • This delectable frozen yogurt parlor dishes out a plethora of delicious flavors
    • Try fall favorites like pumpkin, eggnog, apple pie, and tart cranberry, or more

    My kids love Yo Fresh so this is a great deal. I bought two cards!

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  • New Direct Sales Opportunity with Fine Knitwear Company

    New Direct Sales Opportunity with Fine Knitwear Company

    My friend Julie told me about her friend Eve who is involved in a new business called Rondina New York (RNY) that is  based out of New York City.  It’s a new direct sales startup of fine knitwear for women.

    Rondina New York

    She is looking for 15 women to launch the company in New England by becoming Stylists.  Stylists are women who have networks with women who would likely enjoy the opportunity to buy exclusive, quality tops that she cannot find in any store.  Stylists will host shows in their homes or other private settings showcasing 100 styles of unique tops that one can wear to work, on the weekend or even to events.

    Guests will be able to see, touch and try sweaters during the show.  All orders will placed on site and delivered to the customer within two days. For those who cannot  make a show,  Stylists will also have their own websites from which they can sell.  Stylists earn up to 25% commission on all pieces they sell through a show.

    Rondina New York

    In general,  Some Stylists will sell product on their own and host with friends.  Some will invite others  to join them in the business, as this can generate long-term income as you earn commission on your team’s sales as well.  Every Stylist can build their business as quickly as they want, or as slowly as they like.  It is an ideal opportunity for someone who needs a flexible schedule, likes to network and have social time with women and who wants to earn real money!

    The Rondina product is  exclusive knitwear;  think cozy sweaters for winter made of cashmere and wool, or cotton and modal blends (for those allergic to wool) to soft, elegant and easy knit tops that will take you into warmer months.  All yarns are from the finest mills in Italy, all designed in New York by Bill Rondina who,  as the founder and former owner of Carlisle, Per Se and Etcetera lines,  has worked with designing and importing fine women’s wear for over 30 years.

    Rondina New York

    You will find styles for every body type, from short and cropped to long and flowing style,  all available in sizes XS to XL.  Styles range from pieces one could wear to a professional office to ones that are ideal for casual weekend wear.  Each collection will also include select items designed for special events.  The average price point is $200 with items beginning as low at $135 and going up no higher than $495.

    Eve is one of 12 Business Developers selected to help launch this business.  She is in charge of the North East, specifically MA but can reach into neighboring states as well as, New York and Connecticut for now.

     

    Ground Floor Opportunity with Rondina New York

    Eve is  looking for 15 women in this specific region who will be able to host shows in the soft launch planned for April, 2014 through July 2014,  thereby having the exclusive opportunity to be on the ground floor of what we believe will be a most exciting and successful new fashion companies ever. The full launch will be in Fall, 2014 at which point she can start to develop teams in states other than New England.

    To learn more, please contact Eve at everounds@rondinanewyork.com.

    Eve has been in the fashion business for over 30 years.  After receiving her BA from Stanford University, she completed the Executive Training Program with Macy’s California and pursued a career in NYC, first as a Corporate Buyer with Macy’s and then as Director of Retail and Fashion Merchandising for Liz Claiborne, Inc.  In 1993, she moved with her husband Jon and her three sons to Brookline where she became the first Clientele Specialist for Banana Republic in Chestnut Hill, MA.  After 15 years there, she branched off to become a personal stylist, working with clients in their homes, with retailers all around Boston and also direct selling the fashion line Etcetera.  In addition to her love of fashion, she is passionate about the ballet having trained at the School of American Ballet in NYC and danced with the New York City Ballet.  Currently, she sits on the Boards of Boston Ballet and the Boston Arts Academy.

  • NNHS Girls Soccer Senior Sheets

    NNHS Girls Soccer Senior Sheets

    My daughter went to the Newton North High School Girls’ Soccer Team game that honored their graduating seniors. Her town soccer coach happens to be Brian Rooney, the Newton North Boys and Girls Varsity soccer coach from 2000 to 2009.

    He said that the tradition of creating these beautiful sheets had begun long before he was the coach. The underclassmen on the team spend four hours every weekend starting in September until this final game to make this sheets. My daughter’s Bolts club coach happens to be a Newton North High School graduate, Alessia Viscomi, and she says that her sheet hangs in a place of prominence in her home and is something that she treasures.

    If you look at each sheet closely, each team member writes a special note to each graduating senior. In addition, some of the artistically talented soccer players create artwork that reflects each senior. There are probably lots of inside jokes that we don’t get but that is what makes it so special.

    What a beautiful labor of love!

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    NNHS Girls Soccer Honor Seniors with special sheets

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    NNHS Girls Soccer Honor Seniors with special sheets

     
    NNHS Girls Soccer Honor Seniors with special sheets

    NNHS Girls Soccer Honor Seniors with special sheets
    NNHS Girls Soccer Honor Seniors with special sheets

    After I showed Alessia this post, she was kind enough to send me photos of her sheet and her older sister’s who also played soccer for Newton North High School. You can see how the sheets evolved over the years and how treasured they are!

    NNHS girls soccer senior sheets

    NNHS girls soccer senior sheets

  • 2 Sewing Camps for Veterans Day!

    2 Sewing Camps for Veterans Day!

    Hipstitch Veterans Day Camp

    Off from school on Monday November 11thand have no plans?

    Come join us for a morning, afternoon or full day of creativity!

    Make some cozy fall projects, scarfs and gloves, ski wear or other fun projects to keep us warm this winter!

    Remember you can sign up for 1/2 day, full day or just the afternoon!
    Morning Sign Up
    Afternoon Sign Up
    Full Day Sign Up
    Hipstitch sewing camp

    Newton Sewing Studio: Sleep Under This Sat Nov 8th!

    Join us for another awesome sleep under party and a brand new movie

    The studio will provide excellent entertainment, popcorn (air popped), and all crafting supplies.  Kids come after dinner in their PJs and bring a blanket to enjoy lots of good clean fun and to make big mess!  Grab a friend or come on your own and make some new ones!
    The Fine Print:
    Space is limited
    Reservations suggested (online/phone/email)
    Kids 5 – 11 only (for now)
    *Orientation class required before attendance*
    Vist us online to book your camp from the website quick and easy!
  • Newton Family Singers Performance

    Newton Family Singers Performance

    Newton Family Singers presents: We Got the Beat! NFS Rocks The Talking Heads, R.E.M., and Other Icons of the MTV Generation

    Along with synthetic drums, parachute pants, Sony Walkmans, and aliens phoning home, the MTV Age gave us some beautiful songs that stand the test of time. 

    For our Fall Concert, the Newton Family Singers will rock the house with music that Gen Xers (and those who love them) will remember well — hits from The Talking Heads, The Go-Go’s, Journey, Cyndi Lauper, R.E.M. and more.

    With new arrangements by our music director, Chris Eastburn, NFS remakes the familiar for old and new fans alike.

    Newton Family Singers We Got the Beat

    Sunday, November 17th, 4pm, Newton Highlands Congregational Church Auditorium, 54 Lincoln Street, Newton Highlands.  Tickets are available online at www.newtonfamilysingers.org.  Or email us at newfamilysingers@gmail.com.

    Here’s a sample of Newton Family Singers from their Spring Concert 2013:

  • Activities Fair for Families November 16

    Activities Fair for Families November 16

    Activities fair for families on November 16. Parents can explore providers of academic, dance, martial arts, music etc programs that are in and around Newton.

    Sponsors and Participants

    • Boston ReadWrite
    • Sopico

    Participants

    • Boston Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
    • Create A Cook
    • Down Under Yoga
    • Empow
    • HipStitch
    • Joanne Langione Dance Center
    • Mathnasium
    • Music and Movement
    • Newton Music Academy
    • Puddlestompers
    • Star Dance School
    • Sullivan School of Irish Dance
    • Urban Sitter
    • The Etiquette Academy
    • Contributors
    • Newtonville Books
    • Panache Box

    Activities Fair Invitation

     

     

  • Newton Election Coverage LIVE at NewTV!

    Newton Election Coverage LIVE at NewTV!

    Did you remember to vote today? Are you itching to find out the Newton election results?

    Watch LIVE general election coverage on NewTV’s Government Channel (Comcast Channel 9 • RCN Channel 13 • Verizon Channel 33) and streaming online here.

    The pre-election results show starts at 7pm and is followed by the election results coverage at 8pm.

    NewTV Newton election coverage

     

  • What the Dickens! (Dance Performance)

    What the Dickens! (Dance Performance)

    My friend Bea Abascal helps with What the Dickens! Her two children will be performing in it (her oldest is featured in the poster!) and it’s a wonderful show! Hope to see you there!

    What the dickens dance performance