Category: Activities for Kids

Activities for children in Newton, Massachusetts.

Newton Girls Soccer Spring Registration Open
Registration for Spring Soccer 2014 is OPEN!

You can register here.

HELPFUL HINTS FOR SPRING 2014 REGISTRATION:
- Girls that played Travel in the fall DO NOT need to register for the spring. The spring travel registration is only for those girls that did not play in the fall and would like to join a travel team this spring. Right now, there is a waitlist as we still need to determine if there are any open spots. This can sometimes take until March.
- The IM Registration deadline is January 31st. Every girl registered by this date is guaranteed a spot on a team. Girls that register after this date will be put on a waitlist.
- In order to honor friend requests (IM program only), they must be mutual and registrations must be received by the January 31st deadline.
- For IM teams, we try to keeps teams together from the fall, as much as possible.
Sibling Discounts: Blue Sombrero will only automatically apply the sibling discount if you are registering 2 or more sisters in the grade 2 – 8 intramural program.

If you have 2 or more children and 1 is playing in the Kindergarten and/or Grade 1 Program, please email me before you register so that I can provide a code to deduct the $20 discount.

For parents that would like to coach, please be sure to sign up as a volunteer when you register your daughter(s).
Please email the registrar, registrar@newtongirlssoccer.org with any questions.

As always, send scholarship requests to the NGS President – president@newtongirlssoccer.org.
January 3, 2014
Registration for Valeo FC Winter Skills Soccer Open
Registration for Valeo FC Winter Skills Soccer Clinic Session 2 is now open.

Session II – Jan 20th, 2013 – Mar. 3rd 2014 (6 weeks)

Munchkins Program (6 – 8yrs)
Thurs (5 – 6pm)

Jr. Champions (8 – 10yrs)
Mon and/or Wed (5 – 6:15pm)

Champions Advanced (9 – 12yrs)
Mon and/or Wed (6:15 – 7:30pm)

WHERE
Valeo Athletic Center
125 Wells Ave
Newton, MA 02458

CLINIC HIGHLIGHTS
- Professional players and coaches
- Focus on developing individual player’s skill, talent, technique and overall game knowledge
- A low-pressure environment designed to foster creativity, fun and passion for the game
- Opportunity to work with coaches that coach Valeo FC teams at the select level.
January 2, 2014
YMCA Teen Center has FREE programs for teens

YMCA Teen Center has FREE programs for teens

The West Suburban YMCA Teen Center in Newton Corner has terrific programs for high school students. How can students get there? Hop on the FREE shuttle! What can students do at the YMCA Teen Center?

Together with the Newton Partnership we offer a safe place for middle and high school teens to hang out after school. Teens can play pool, foosball, ping-pong, video games, watch movies, work out, play sports, create music in the lab, or just hang out with friends.

The teen center also offers a computer lab, homework help and scheduled activities like boxing, cooking, gardening, basketball league and dancing. The qualified and caring staff members supervise the center and coordinate the activities. The West Suburban YMCA gives teens a safe place to call their own and a chance to connect with positive role models and adults who care about them.

This is a drop-in program and is FREE FOR ALL. We are located downstairs in the Rec Room. In addition to our regular drop-in hours, we offer special trips and workshops.

We provide transportation to and from the Teen Center daily. See the full schedule.

TEEN CENTER PROGRAMS

Download the December Calendar

BOXING LESSONS
with Nonantum Boxing Club*
Mondays & Tuesdays, 7:00 – 8:00 pm
Van leaves the Y at 6:45 pm
FREE to members of the Teen Center

HOMEWORK HELP
Monday-Friday, 5:00 – 6:00 pm
In the Wellness Center at the Y

SAT PREP
Thursdays, 5:00 – 6:00 pm
Start preparing for your SATs during the homework help hour on Thursdays.

84 CHAPTER
Every Other Wednesday, 6:00 pm
Looking for an opportunity to fight Big Tobacco? Join the Teen Center’s 84 Chapter.

BASKETBALL CLINIC*
Tuesdays, 6:00 – 7:00 pm
A great opportunity for teens to learn the basics and practice concepts of basketball while developing their individual game and team IQ.

HELP US GET THE INFO WE NEED
Please help us collect the data we need to sustain the PEP Grant, which helps us to fund boxing and hip hop. You simply need to wear a pedometer or take a survey. Contact Tasia to participate in the next data collection or come by the Y on November 19th, December 5th, December 6th, December 17th or December 19th between 5-7pm. THANK YOU!

*Activity made possible through the Carol M. White Physical Education Grant (PEP)

Email Tasia or call her at (617) 244-6050 x3043 for more information about any of our Teen Center programs, trips or to register.

December 30, 2013
Family Game Night at Newton Free Library, Dec 30

Family Game Night, Monday, December 30, 7:00 pm

Staying around town for the holiday season? Get in on a little friendly competition at Family Game Night on Monday, December 30 at 7:00 pm at the Newton Free Library.

Join us in Druker Auditorium, where we will be playing board games and eating pizza.

Open to all ages.

December 28, 2013
Be Ahead of the Game Soccer Clinic with Charlie Rugg

New Years Soccer Clinic:  Be Ahead of the Game will be hosting a soccer clinic on Saturday January 4th from 11 AM to 1 PM. We are excited to have Charlie Rugg as a guest trainer.

Charlie is a former Boston College stand out and current member of the MLS team LA Galaxy. The LA Galaxy selected Charlie Rugg in the first round (No. 19 overall) of the 2013 MLS Super Draft.

Charlie made his debut for Galaxy on April 27, 2013 against Real Salt Lake and also scored his first professional goal in the 13th minute.

After the clinic ends, Charlie will sign autographs for the kids.

Clinic details:
Ages: 7 – 13 years old

Dates:  January 4th, 2014

Time:  11 AM to 1 PM

Location:  Meadowbrook School, Vinik Center Gym ( 10 Farm Road Weston, MA 02493 )

Cost:  $17

Attire: Sneakers only, no cleats

Details and registration information may be found at the Be Ahead of the Game website or click HERE to register.

December 26, 2013
Newton Lacrosse WINTER INDOOR SKILLS begins at NNHS

Newton Lacrosse WINTER INDOOR SKILLS begins at Newton North High School on SUNDAY JANUARY 5th. High School Program on Thursday January 9th.

Here is a great opportunity for our multiple sport athletes to pick up and get that Lax stick back in your hands 1 Day a week. The season is just 3 months away.

This pre-season SKILLS program designed and run by Bussy Adam is CONVENIENT- AFFORDABLE & FUN. This program is designed for the most experienced player right on down to the brand new player.

VISIT WEBSITE FOR MORE INFO. Register by downloading form here.

Please take note that our WINTER SKILLS is separate from our SPRING registration.

Newton Youth Lacrosse

December 25, 2013
Newton North Little League Baseball Spring 2014 Registion Open

Registration for our 63rd Spring Season is OPEN!

Offering programs Tee Ball through Majors

Newton North Little League serves boys and girls, ages 4-12 who reside in the School Districts of Horace Mann, Lincoln Elliot, and Underwood. Children from any district who attend any school located in our district are also eligible to play with us.

Pre-School, Private and Middle school children who fall within the allowed age groups are also welcome to play.

For more information, to register, or for a complete list of schools located in our district visit here.

Join the Fun…become part of the NNLL community!

December 24, 2013
Youth Etiquette Classes Offered at Newton Learning Center
The Etiquette Academy of New England has partnered with Newton Learning Center offering their notable youth etiquette classes including Mind Your Manners (Grades 2-4), Etiquette for Middle Schoolers (Grades 5-8), and Etiquette for Young Adults (Grades 9-12) which will take place on Sundays beginning Mid-January at Newton Learning Center, 1254 Chestnut Street, Newton, MA 02464.

Included in ‘The Best of the New for 2012’ by Boston Globe Magazine, The Etiquette Academy of New England is an academic institution dedicated to enhancing social skills, improving communication techniques and developing leadership qualities under our slogan “At Work. At Home. At Play. Etiquette for Everyday”. Located in the heart of Brookline Village, our goal is to help further develop and refine the soft skills needed to navigate the rapidly changing world.

They offer a variety of programs year round for children, college students, adults, and business professionals focusing on a wide range of topics such as formal manners and table manners, corporate etiquette, small talk techniques, public speaking and more. For a full list of programs visit http://theetiquetteacademy.org

The eight weeklong etiquette classes for children ages 7 to 18 cover topics such as improving social and communication skills, projecting confidence, combating shyness, strengthening self-esteem and leadership skills, navigating friendships, resolving conflict, understanding social cues, basic manners and table manners, and more. Their programs are specifically developed for each age group and are taught in a fun and interactive way. Classes begin on Sundays starting January 12^th and run until March 9^th 2014. The cost ranges from $365 to $469, and the final class will take place at an upscale restaurant.
- Mind Your Manners: Beyond Please & Thank You (Grades 2-4) 9:00am to 10:00am
- Etiquette for Middle Schoolers” Peer Pressure and Beyond (Grades 5-8) 10:00am-11:30am
- Etiquette for Young Adults: “People Skills for the Real World (Grades 9-12) 11:30am-1:00pm
For more information regarding The Etiquette Academy of New England and their youth etiquette classes visit www.theetiquetteacademy.org. If you would like to speak directly with the Program Director Snezana Pejic email programs@theetiquetteacademy.org or call 617.608.3920.
December 20, 2013
Free Events from Suzuki School of Newton

Suzuki School of Newton’s Violin and Viola Gala

Tuesday, December 17 at First Baptist Church in Newton Centre, 5:15pm

Come and enjoy the wonderful group performances of our violin and viola students, ranging from the very beginner to the advanced high school students! Admission is free.

Suzuki School of Newton’s Cello, Guitar, Flute, and Orchestra Gala
Saturday, February 8 at Temple Reyim (Auburndale), 6:45pm
The Suzuki School of Newton Sinfonia will perform alongside our guitar, cello, and flute group classes. This is a great event for kids who are trying to decide on an instrument.

Classes at Suzuki School of Newton

Mommy and Me Music Classes:

Kindermusik at the Suzuki School of Newton – weekday morning classes as well as standalone Playdates

Suzuki Prep – a singalong class that also prepares young children for studying a musical instrument.

February Vacation Camp

A Renaissance-themed school vacation camp for both musicians and non-musicians

December 18, 2013
Free Events for Families with Special Needs Children

The Discovery Museums Announces 2014 Especially For Me Series Schedule

Free Events for Families with Children with an Autism Spectrum Disorder or Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children

The Discovery Museums has announced the schedule for the 2014 Especially for Me series of free events for families with children with an autism spectrum disorder and families with children with hearing loss. In addition to the evening events held in previous years, this year’s calendar will include ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) Friendly Afternoons. During ASD Friendly Afternoons, no school groups or birthday parties will be scheduled to avoid overcrowding and support accessibility of exhibits. A dedicated room will also be available to welcome families with a child with an ASD to orient them to the campus and programs, and provide a quiet space for children needing a break from the stimulation of the museums.

ASD Friendly Afternoons will take place on the first Tuesday of each month during the school year from 1:30 to 4:30 pm beginning January 7, 2014.

Evenings for Families with Children with an Autism Spectrum Disorder will take place from 5:00 to 8:30 pm on the following Saturdays:February 1, March 8, May 10, June 14, August 9, September 13, November 8 and December 13.

Evenings for Families with Deaf or Hard of Hearing Children will take place from 5:00 to 8:30 pm on the following Saturdays: January 11, April 12, July 12 and October 11.

Mornings for Families with Deaf or Hard of Hearing Infants and Toddlers at the Children’s Discovery Museum will be held from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm on Monday, March 3 and Monday, September 29.

Due to the unique nature of their needs, children with an autism spectrum disorder or with hearing loss can benefit from having time reserved for them apart from the general public. Parents of children with an autism spectrum disorder can feel hesitant to visit museums because new environments, ambient noise, and crowds can upset their children. Similarly, parents of babies who are newly diagnosed with hearing loss often feel reluctant to explore community resources since they themselves are only just learning how to communicate with their young child, manage technology such as hearing aids and cochlear implants, and deal with children’s exuberance, particularly in novel and stimulating environments.

Pre-registration is required and may be done within a month of each event through the museum’s website, http://discoverymuseums.org/EspeciallyForMe.

Especially for Me is part of the Museums’ Open Door Connections program to provide opportunities for those who face a variety of barriers—financial, geographic, developmental, or cultural—to experience the Museums.

December 17, 2013