We’re having an open house with arts activities and performances at the Arsenal Center for the Arts in Watertown – a free day of family fun called Open Arts Day – on May 4.
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Newton Girls Soccer Camps at Boston College
My girls have been attending the Lady Eagles soccer camps for girls near the Boston College Law School in Newton for years. It’s a very special soccer camp because the girls think it’s really fun but they also learn the next level of soccer skills from what they have been playing.
Boston College Girls Soccer Camp Schedule
- 9:00am -11:00am: Warm-up/Skill Development
- 11:00am -12:00pm: Fun Small-sided Games
- 12:00pm – 1:00pm: Lunch and Entertainment
- 1:00pm – 3:00pm: Games, Scrimmages and Coaches Challenge
- 3:00pm: Dismiss from Camp
- 3:00pm – 5:00pm: (for $20/day late pick up is available!)
There’s also the role model aspect. The women’s soccer team is a wonderful group of young women who typically have a special gift working with kids. Many of them are studying to be teachers. I know this because sometimes I am lucky to have them as babysitters.
The camps are usually 4 days long (Monday through Friday) but this year because of all the snow days, the first session is different so I wanted to point out that there are two options:
1) 4 Days: Tuesday June 25th through Friday June 28th. $295
This option works for schools who had less snow days.
OR
2) 2 Days: Thursday June 27 through Friday June 28. $195
This works for the Newton Schools since our last school day is Wednesday June 26th.
The second session is the typical one: 4 days starting on Monday.
Boston College Lady Eagles Soccer Camps for Girls
Summer Session I
Dates: 6/25/13 – 6/28/13 OR
6/27/13 – 6/28/13 (2 day option)
Ages: 6 – 14 years
Time: 9am – 3pm
Cost: $295 / $195Summer Session II
Dates: 7/22/13 – 7/25/13
Ages: 6 – 14 years
Cost: $295
To register, please go here. Early drop off and late pick ups are also an option.
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J Briggs & Co. and a Once Upon a Fine Jewelry Story
There has been a lot of publicity directed toward women in business and why it’s important for women to support each other and work together to make a difference. We all desire to do the best by our families and at the same time be happy and true to ourselves. Not an easy feat, but I know one woman working very hard to accomplish it all!
Jennifer Briggs Jenkins, jewelry designer extraordinaire, mother of two, and owner of J Briggs & Co. Jen is an accomplished artist who harnesses her passion, spirit and design talents to create beyond beautiful fine jewelry. Just look at these stunning pieces:
Jen’s pieces are unique, timeless and made with a quality and attention to detail you cannot find in most jewelry stores. Her designs are all original, versatile and crafted to make the women who wear them sparkle.
What makes J Briggs & Co unique and the best place to find something special?
I asked Jen, with so many options to buy jewelry. “To me, my work is much more than creating and selling jewelry. Jewelry represents our personal style and the pieces we wear can remind us of important moments and people in our lives. When I design a piece, I am emotionally invested and know what I am creating will mean something extra special to the person who wears it.”
Jen takes tremendous pride in all her designs. “When someone entrusts me to create a special piece, I take that responsibility very seriously.”
She tells me, “It is imperative my clients have complete confidence and trust that we will deliver that heirloom piece they have been envisioning. Our mission is to try to always exceed their expectations.
The Ability to Customize Each Piece of Jewelry
Is this really true? Jen answers, “Yes, each piece is made to order to each customer’s specifications. You can choose the metal alloy (white gold, yellow gold, rose gold, platinum, etc), gemstone combination & engraving, allowing you to personalize your jewelry in many ways. I also work with clients to make other modifications or create completely custom pieces.” Jen listens to each customer ~ considers their vision, ideas, stories and lifestyle to create amazing jewelry.
Check out her custom gallery online. This is one of my favorite custom rings she designed for a client incorporating an heirloom diamond that was in a setting not suited for the new wearer. When the customer first put the new ring on her finger, she said “I feel like the queen of England!”. These are the reactions Jen lives for.
After working in many jewelry store settings, Jen discovered she could offer something better for those people seeking fine jewelry they could not find in a traditional jewelry store. What she learned was that there were sales associates, managers and craftsmen offering to sell something special- but not a designer or artist to create the vision.
Jen believes jewelry making is an art and the key to creating exceptional pieces is combining traditional craftsmanship and technology with the vision of an artist. She does not shy away from designs that may take extra time and attention to finish. She utilizes leading technology like CAD & CAM software (computer aided design and manufacturing), master craftsmen and hand engravers. The raised letters on the backs of these pendants are an example of a process Jen incorporates into her designs most jewelers do not offer clients.
J Briggs & Co is the perfect find right before Mother’s Day!! I am compiling my wish list now and have already ordered something special for my mom.
Check out Jen’s website and her special Mother’s Day Promotion. Support this growing mom owned business with beyond beautiful jewelry!
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Take the Boxygen Challenge!
What is Boxygen™ at the Nonantum Boxing Club?
High intensity anaerobic boxing circuit training.
Where: 1st floor of Nonantum Boxing Club
When: Classes begin Saturday, May 4th
Boxygen™ Challenge Date: June 1st
If you are interested in taking the Boxygen challenge, please email Eric Busa at ebusa22@comcast.net for details and information.
Only the first 20 applicants will be accepted so “punch” quickly”!!
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Still Snow at Killington! GIVEAWAY
Killington has extended their hours in honor of Spring’s arrival. This year the new season brings big fun in the way of soft snow, later sunsets, and events like the NOR’BEASTER, which includes activities for the whole family on and off the snow! There will be competitions, live music, BBQs, and so much more in store, so grab a piece of the action now through the very last day of the season!
I’m hosting a GIVEAWAY for 4 family sets of lift tickets.
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EXTENDED LIFT HOURS
- STARTING SATURDAY, MARCH 30:
- – Saturday, March 30: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
- – Saturday, April 6: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
- – Saturday, April 13: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
- STARTING MONDAY, APRIL 15:
- – Monday-Friday: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
- – Saturdays and Sundays: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
- STARTING SATURDAY, MARCH 30:
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TRAILS & CONDITIONS
Despite warmer weather approaching, over 60% of Killington’s trails and lifts remain open for mountain lovers! For daily trail reports and ride conditions, click here.
The fine print:
Once the winners have been chosen they will need to know the name and phone number of each winner(s), number of tickets needed (one ticket per family member), plus the ages of all attending. Tickets will be held at will-call for the remainder of the 2012-2013 winter/spring ski season.
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Healthy Habits Kitchen FREE Events
Healthy Habits Kitchen in Wellesley has a couple of great and totally FREE events coming up.
To celebrate 5 years of business, Healthy Habits Kitchen is hosting an anniversary party with the Urban Grape at their facility on April 24th from 5:30 – 8 pm.
Attendees will enjoy 5 food and wine pairings, special 1-night only savings and much more! See here for more details.
On May 2nd from 5 – 8 pm, HHK has joined forces with Chocolate Therapy, a new store in Needham, to host a Happy Hour.
They’ll be sampling their Black Bean Chocolate Chili together with The Cure truffle as well as viewing a truffle-making demonstration.
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Whole Food’s Grilled Cheese Thrown Down!
Join Whole Foods in Newton off Walnut for a Grilled Cheese Throw Down and vote for your favorite grilled cheese! The fun begins Friday, April 12th from 11 am to 1 pm.
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Newton Family Singers’ Spring Concert!
Dive into the warm weather with the Newton Family Singers’ spring concert!
Go with the flow and join us 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.
We are also singing strikingly beautiful songs by local favorites, award winning singer-songwriter-naturalist, Oen Kennedy, and our own Andy Rogovin.
This show will have something for everyone. Bring your family and prepare to sing along with us!
This concert, we will be thanking our Facebook fans with a ukulele giveaway! In order to be eligible to win, please like us on Facebook!
We will also be giving away a few other prizes to a few lucky concert-goers.
When: Sunday, May 5th at 4 pm
Where: Memorial Spaulding Auditorium, 250 Brookline St. in Newton
Tickets: Purchase here
Here are the Newton Family Singers for the This Land is Your Land project on PBS.
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Newton’s Own The Folklorist Needs Your Help to Win Telly Award
NewTV’s Original Program, The Folklorist, is competing for The People’s Telly Award this year, but they need your help to win.
Please go to link and click on the “thumbs up” icon to vote before April 19th.
Thank you for your support for the show and let’s bring home a Telly Award!
















