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  • 82 Day Street: Renovation In Progress by Developer

    82 Day Street: Renovation In Progress by Developer

    TTL Development LLC is renovating 82 Day Street in the Auburndale Village of Newton. He also happens to be my husband so I have a little inside information.

    82 Day Street has views of the 3rd hole at Brae Burn Country Club (and shh! There is a great sledding hill directly behind the house as well!).

    His architect is Peter Sachs and he’s come up with some great improvements to the house including:

    • 2 car garage at ground level. The current garage is in the basement but the driveway is too slippery in the winter to actually use it.
    • Expanded and completely renovated kitchen. He’s thinking black honed granite and white cabinets like his previous project at 8 Araphahoe Street.
    • A new wraparound deck is going to be added off the back that make a nice entertainment area.
    • A new master suite will be added.
    The new front of the house will include an addition to the left for the garage.

    82 Day Street Newton

    Newton renovation, Day street

    The back of the house will include an enlarged deck.

     

  • June Happenings in Newton

    June Happenings in Newton

    We all know that June is the busiest month – end of school picnics, concerts, birthday parties and field trips to say nothing of portfolio mornings and graduations (and graduation parties, of course).

    Distract yourself with something fun and centering, like a yoga class with Bea Abascal at L’Aroma Cafe (Monday mornings at 9:30) or an art opening at the Newton Free Library.

    Possibilities in Conversation…Monotypes by Vani Chandra Sayeed – Exhibit open from June 2nd -28th 2012

    Opening Reception: Wednesday, June 6th, 7-8:30pm – Open to all!
    Newton Free Library
    330 Homer Street
    Newton, MA 02459
    617-796-1306
    www.newtonfreelibrary.net
    Vani Sayeed is a talented artist and designer and the Design Coordinator for Boston Magazine Design Home 2012

    My favorite bakery and coffee shop hosts new artists year round. Check out the newest exhibition.
  • Grub Street presents Creative Writing Camp For Teens!

    Grub Street presents Creative Writing Camp For Teens!

    Creative Writing Camp For Teens

    Monday -Friday August 27th – 31st

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    Check out the description below for more information, and click here to register today.

    Creative Writing Camp for Teens: Section B

    $315 members/ $340 non-members

    Monday-Friday, 10:30am-3:30pm from August 27-31st at Grub Street HQ

    We’ll have prompts, writing time, guest speakers, outdoor activities to get our sensory descriptions flowing, and workshop. By the end of the week, you’ll have your toolbox full of ideas, beginnings, and some drafts to keep you going all fall. We will discuss the submission process/publication opportunities for teens, and
    end the week with a reading and potluck lunch. Limited to 12 students age 13-18.

    SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: Grub Street is happy to be able to offer a limited number of scholarships for these courses. To apply for a scholarship, please send an email of no more than 500 words to sean@grubstreet.org describing your financial need and desire to take this course by Monday, June 11th at 12:00pm. At the end of the email, list the name and email address or phone number of one teacher or other non-relative adult whom we could contact for a recommendation.
    Please put “Summer Teen Scholarship” in the Subject line of the email.

    Email at sean@grubstreet.org if you have any questions

    Sean Van Deuren
    Volunteer Coordinator
    YAWP (Young Adult Writers Program) is now entering its fifth year and is hosted by Grub Street, Boston’s only non-profit creative writing center. YAWP has been
    recognized by Boston Globe as the city’s hub for young writers. For more information visit grubstreet.org or contact us at 617.695.0075 or email Sean Van Deuren at sean@grubstreet.org.

  • Supernanny is Casting in Boston: You Could Be Chosen!

    Supernanny is Casting in Boston: You Could Be Chosen!

    Supernanny casting Boston

    CASTING FOR AMERICA’S SUPERNANNY

    The hit parenting series AMERICA’S SUPERNANNY is currently casting families for the next season of the show. The casting team is sending producers to Boston
    and greater New England to find families interested in receiving personalized advice for their unique circumstances.

    This season producers are searching for families with unique circumstances and challenges. Deborah Tillman has an extraordinary ability to identify and tackle the toughest issues facing America’s families today.

    Interested parents can call (877) NANNY TIME (1-877-626-6984) or e-mail  supernanny@ShedMediaUS.com for more information.

    E-mail the Boston Casting Team directly at: mbarry@shedmediaus.com
    Anonymous submissions accepted

    Follow the America’s @USASupernanny

     

  • Free Admission on Summer Friday Nights at The Discovery Museums

    Free Admission on Summer Friday Nights at The Discovery Museums

    Discovery Museums Acton

    The Discovery Museums Announce

    Free Admission on Summer Friday Nights

                                              “Free Friday Night Fun!” is part of the Museums’ Open Door Connections program to expand museum access.

    Free admission every Friday night from June 22nd – August 31st

     

    The Museums will collect donations for the Acton Food Pantry

    The Discovery Museums are pleased to announce their Free Friday Night Fun! program for summer 2012, offering free admission to both museums on Fridays during extended evening hours.

    Each Friday night between June 22 and August 31, both the Children’s Discovery Museum and the Science Discovery Museum will be open until 8:30pm, with free admission beginning at 4:30 pm.  Families are invited to picnic under the stars and enjoy the Museums at night.  Visitors may bring a picnic dinner or purchase food from the Chef on Wheels grill.

    Free Friday Night Fun! is an important component of the Museums’ Open Door Connections program, which provides opportunities for those who face a variety of barriers—financial, geographic, developmental, or cultural—to experience the Museums.

    Free Friday Night Fun! is made possible by the generous support of MathWorks and Middlesex Savings Bank.  Additional support is provided by Emerson Hospital.

  • With Views of Brae Burn Country Club: Day Street Project “The Before”

    With Views of Brae Burn Country Club: Day Street Project “The Before”

    This is the “before” house that my husband is developing. This house is slated for completion in early Fall. With a view of Brae Burn’s 3rd hole, this house in Auburndale will have spectacular views, and is walkable to:

    • Peirce Elementary School
    • Warren Field with off leash dog park and tennis courts
    • Newton Wellesley Hospital
    • Woodland T Stop (Green Line on D Line)
    • Express Bus to Copley Square and Downtown Boston

    If you are curious about his work, here’s his  last house down the street.

    Newton renovation, Day street

     

  • Custom Tutus: To Help Kids at Children’s Hospital with Heart Defects

    Custom Tutus: To Help Kids at Children’s Hospital with Heart Defects

    custom tutus,

    Tutu Pour Mon Deux is an inspirational apparel company dedicated to making a difference and giving back – in hopes of spreading awareness about congenital heart defects in newborns.

    One-third of our proceeds is donated to Children’s Hospital Boston, where our daughter underwent corrective heart surgery at just four days old. 1 in 100 newborns are born with a CHD, and our hope is to help change that statistic through Tutu Pour Mon Deux. Our mission is positive and our medium is our custom tutus.

    The best part…together, Mom & Daughter can virtually design, and customize a special outfit that will rock any girls wardrobe. Our web-site is fun, interactive and easy to navigate. With more than a dozen original patches and ribbons to choose from, the tutu t-shirt can be as unique as the little girl wearing it. The colors are as happy and vibrant, and come in sizes ranging from 18 months to 6T.

    A custom tutu is a great way to embrace your little girls individuality, imagination and spirit, while making a difference in the lives of other children so they, too, can dance around like a princess with their imagination.

     

     


  • Perfect Mom Job In Newton at Newton Community Ed

    Perfect Mom Job In Newton at Newton Community Ed

    Newton Community Ed

    At Newton Community Ed we would like to expand our Kids & Teens program.

    To do that we need some help. We are looking for an elementary school parent available to work part-time (maybe as few as five hours a week or so) to help plan our Fall program.

    You would be involved in brainstorming ideas for new programs and recruiting teachers to work for NCE.

    The ideal candidate for this position is an elementary school parent who has been involved in the PTO and has some awareness of other Kids program offerings around Newton.

    If you’re interested, please email a cover letter and resume to:

    lisa_rucinski@newton.k12.ma.us

  • Sift & Mix with Boston’s Best: Erwin Ramos’ Celebrity Chef Cooking Class for Kids!

    Sift & Mix with Boston’s Best: Erwin Ramos’ Celebrity Chef Cooking Class for Kids!

    Erwin Ramos, Boston, Celebrity Chef Boston

    Boston Center for Adult Education Continues Popular Celebrity Chef Kids Classes as Part of Its Bean City Kids Program!

    WHAT:            The same place that brought you classes like, “Mind Your Manners” with a noted tea sommelier and etiquette expert, the Boston Center for Adult Education’s (BCAE) Bean City Kids program is continuing the popular monthly series of interactive kids’ celebrity chef classes! Previous SOLD OUT celebrity chef classes have included reality TV show stars Andy Husbands of Tremont 647, Jason Santos of Blue Inc., Jose Duarte of Taranta and Joanne Chang of Flour Bakery and Myers & Chang. On Monday, May 21st, 2012 from 3:30PM to 5:30PM, kids will have the opportunity to tap into their creative side, working spoon to spoon with celebrity chef Erwin Ramos of Ole Restaurant Group in the BCAE state-of-the-art-kitchen facilities.

    The interactive cooking classes are hands-on, allowing kids to explore a whole new world of food appreciation while learning the tricks of the trade. They will take part in the cooking process from start to finish, building confidence and pride in the dishes they’ve created. At the end of the session the group will sit down with Chef Ramos and enjoy the fruits of their labor.

    Conveniently scheduled after school, the classes are perfect for children six to nine years of age! The themes & items prepared vary from month to month. This class will involve creating authentic Mexican dishes such as chicken quesadillas, ground beef soft tacos, strawberry nachos and guacamole with fruits that are both prepared by Chef Ramos and students. All classes are nut-free. There MUST be a parent/caregiver present during class who is responsible for each child (no more than 3 kids per adult). Child’s registration fee covers caregiver.

    Don’t miss this unique opportunity to sift and mix with Chef Erwin Ramos!

    WHEN:             Monday, May 21st, 2012; 3:30PM-5:30PM; 1 session

    COST:              $45 Members/Non-Members, $15 Materials

    WHERE:           Boston Center for Adult Education122 Arlington Street Boston, MA 02116. 

    RSVP:              Registration is necessary. Please visit www.bcae.org or call the Boston Center for Adult Education at 617-267-4430 to sign up. There must be a parent/ caregiver present during class time. No more than 3 students per adult.

    ADDITIONAL:            Suitable for children 6-9 years of age

                            Completely nut-free

    Children must be supervised by a parent or a caregiver.

  • Math Power! Open House at Green Planet Kids

    Math Power! Open House at Green Planet Kids

    Math is Power
    Math Power!
    What are your kids doing this summer?  Come learn about our Math Power! summer program.
    OPEN HOUSE this Sunday afternoon, May 20th @ 4:00 pm

    Please call us @ (617) 332-7841 to save a space for your family.

    Come play games, solve puzzles, explore logic and HAVE FUN!
    (If you can’t make it to the open house, stop by and pick up a brochure and registration form.)
    About Math Power!

    This fun and engaging program is led by Christine Moynihan, Ph.D., former principal of the Williams School in Newton!
    You don’t have to be good at math to enjoy this program. It’s all about having fun with numbers, learning to think creatively, and making connections in order to solve problems.
    The program will be offered at Green Planet Kids during the weeks of June 25th to 29th, and July 16th to 20th.
    Math Power is for students entering Grades 2 – 8.
    Morning session for Grades 2- 5, and Afternoon session for Grades 4-8.
    Green Planet Kids is located at 22 Lincoln Street in Newton Highlands. You can reach us at (617) 332-7841.