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Events for adults, families and kids in Newton, MA.

  • FREE Teen Depression Webinar

    FREE Teen Depression Webinar

    Families for Depression Awareness is presenting a free, 1-hour Teen Depression webinar (with additional 15 minute Q&A) on Wednesday, September 30 at 7:00 PM ET/ 4:00 PM PT.

    FREE Teen Depression Webinar

    Designed for parents, teachers, school counselors and staff, youth workers, and other caring adults, the webinar covers:

    • How to distinguish between depression and teen angst
    • What you should know about self-injury, bullying, and other concerns
    • How to talk to teens about depression
    • How to get help for a struggling teen
    • What to do when a teen refuses help

    Our expert presenter is Dr. Michael Tsappis, the psychiatrist for the Division of Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine at Boston Children’s Hospital and a member of the faculty of Harvard Medical School in the Department of Psychiatry. His post-graduate specialty training is in general psychiatry as well as child and adolescent psychiatry. Dr. Tsappis is particularly interested in understanding psychiatric illness in the context of human development and a changing social environment.

    Watch the webinar live to submit questions to Dr. Tsappis! Complete the online evaluation form after the webinar to receive a free set of Parent and Teen Depression and Bipolar Disorder Wellness Guides in English or Spanish.

    Can’t attend the live webcast? Register today and watch the recorded webinar later at your convenience.

    http://www.familyaware.org/trainings ]www.familyaware.org/trainings.

     

  • The Kids are in School-Now What?!

    The Kids are in School-Now What?!

     

    Feeling like you suddenly have free time now that the kids are finally all in school or away at college? This free workshop is for you!
    The Kids are in School-Now What?!

  • College Essay Writing Workshops

    College Essay Writing Workshops

    Newton Free Library: College Essay Writing Workshops
     College Essay Writing Workshops
    Saturdays, Sept. 26 and Oct. 24, 1:00 pm, Druker Auditorium

    Students, whether you accomplished a lot on your college essay over the summer or you’re still trying to decide what to write about when school begins next fall, these workshops are for you. Students will work in small groups with others who are at the same writing stage, and will be led by professional tutors and teachers.

    We’ll cover some do’s and don’ts of college essay writing, work on your writing and spend some time in peer review. You’ll also get an opportunity for individual help and feedback.

    Register online.

    This free workshop is cosponsored by Newton Youth Services and is for students.

    Please bring at least 5 copies of your essay draft and/or a laptop if you have one.

  • Angino Fall 5K and Fun Day at West Suburban YMCA

    Angino Fall 5K and Fun Day at West Suburban YMCA

    Sunday, October 4, 2015 at the Y
    from 8:45 am – 12:00 pm
    Angino Fall 5K and Fun Day
    When you participate in the Angino Fall 5K and Fun Day, you help us strengthen the community AND bring us closer to reaching our 2015 Annual Fund goal.
    We think of our donors as every day heroes because they help us empower families in need of support to lead healthier lives, achieve their full potential, and strengthen their ties to the community. That’s why we encourage you to come dressed to impress in your favorite super hero costume!
    Register here.

    Registration Fees

    Registration is available online, or if you prefer, download our registration form and return it to Rosie Carey in the Development Office!

    • $25 pre-registration fee for 5K runners and walkers valid until October 1, 2015
    • $30 registration fee – day of event
    • $10 registration fee for Kids’ Races
    • Race Tshirts guaranteed for all participants registered prior to September 18, 2015
  • Baby Boomers on the Move Speaker Panel

    Baby Boomers on the Move Speaker Panel

    SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 3 TO 5 PM
    L’AROMA CAFE, 15 SPENCER ST, W. NEWTON
    REFRESHMENTS WILL BE SERVED
    Baby Boomers on the Move Speaker Panel
    A move is more than just packing and moving boxes. It is about transition and preparation. Hear industry experts share insights needed to make great decisions about your next move!
     
    * Financial and estate planning – essentials for the next chapter
    * Organization and DE cluttering – a plan of attack to preserve the memories (and what to do with the rest)
    * Preparing the home for the market – tips for making your home a buyer’s dream
    * Strategies to maximize your profits – It’s easy but it’s not simple
     
    OUR PANEL
    Ruth Barnett, Cambridge Savings Bank
    Janet Porcaro & Wendy Rocca, Realtors®, Keller Williams Realty
    Mary Clements Pajak, Probate and Estate Attorney
    Larry Deroche, Clean Out Your House
    Deb Ellis, Designer and Stager
  • Teamwork Trivia Challenge Event

    Teamwork Trivia Challenge Event

    Teamwork Trivia Challenge Event Comes to Newton

    On October 2, 2015 NewTV will be holding its first annual Teamwork Trivia Challenge event at the Post 440 in Newton. The event will consist of two hours of trivia, beginning at 7:30pm followed by an after party with a raffle, DJ and dancing until 11:30pm. Guests can arrive starting at 6:30pm to enjoy appetizers and desserts from local restaurants, including Baker’s Best and 3 Squares Needham.

    Teamwork Trivia Challenge Event

    Funds raised from this event will support NewTV’s scholarship and internship programs. Former NewTV interns have gone on to successful careers in their chosen field.

    Teamwork Trivia Challenge Event

    For more information about the event and to register online, visit newtv.org and click on the link for Teamwork Trivia Challenge or go directly here.

    About NewTV

    NewTV is Newton’s Emmy® award-winning, state-of-the-art HD media center, specializing in television production and training. Locally, NewTV’s three cable channels (Community, Education and Government) broadcast relevant programming to the diverse Newton community and provide a platform for members to express their vision.

  • Pops Concert & Picnic Sept 19th at The Street

    Pops Concert & Picnic Sept 19th at The Street

    Pops Concert & Picnic: Saturday September 19, 2015 from 11:30 am to 2:30 pm: The Street’s Pops Concert & Picnic is the ultimate end-of-summer celebration. Fifty members of the New Philharmonia Orchestra will perform a diverse repertoire of classical and light classical music while select restaurants at The Street, including The Cottage, Davio’s, and Comella’s, will offer grab-and-go picnic lunches, allowing guests to dine al fresco as they enjoy the concert. Before summer clothes are stowed away for the year, guests are encouraged to don their summer whites. As detailed below, select stores, including Splendid, Treat Cupcake Bar, and the soon-to-arrive MiniLuxe, will offer special perks throughout the day. In the event of rain, the Pops Concert & Picnic will take place on Sunday, September 20, 2015 from 11:30am to 2:30pm.

    Philharmonia, Summertime at The Street Series

    Box Lunch Picnic Specials during the Pops Concert & Picnic include:

    • The Cottage: Two tacos, with the choice of Chicken or Mahi Mahi, topped with guacamole, pico de gallo, napa cabbage and homemade baja sauce; served with a side of black beans + papaya avocado salsa.  ($12)
    • Davio’s: Chicken salad with seasonal apples, served on homemade cranberry bread (no pecans) with homemade potato chips, chocolate chip cookies and water. ($16)
    • Comella’s: Large cheese pizza with a garden salad. ($10)
    • Additional offerings from Legal Sea Foods, Bernard’s and Treat Cupcake Bar will be available

    Special Perks & In-store Events during the Pops Concert & Picnic include:

    • Splendid will offer 20% off full-priced items and refreshments
    • Calypso St. Barth will offer lite bites & refreshments, plus a Gift Card Event with the opportunity to save on purchases
    • MiniLuxe Pop-up will give complimentary color changes from 11:30am-2:30pm in The Mews as it prepares for its Fall 2015 opening at The Street
    • Treat Cupcake Bar will give mini cupcake decorating lessons, with an eye for picnic themed creations

    In addition to the Pops Concert & Picnic, Summertime at The Street will offer 22 free events throughout September, ranging from 14 different fitness classes to kid-friendly fun activities and live music.

    The complete calendar is available online at www.TheStreetChestnutHill.com

  • Live Music and Craft Breweries at Arsenal Center for the Arts

    Live Music and Craft Breweries at Arsenal Center for the Arts

    The Arsenal Center for the Arts to host an outdoor celebration of visual arts, live music and craft breweries on Friday, September 18th.

    Live Music and Craft Breweries at Arsenal Center for the Arts

    Arts & Drafts will be held at the Arsenal Center for the Arts, on the grounds of the Arsenal on the Charles, 321 Arsenal Street in Watertown, MA and runs from 5 to 9pm.

    The event features beverages from Downeast Cider House and Aeronaut Brewing Companyand live music from Boston Music community favorites Nemes, Gold Blood & Associates andDirty Bangs. Admission includes a beverage token and commemorative t-shirt that participants can tie-dye on-site.

    “We’re excited to have one last celebration of summer here at the Arsenal Center,” says ACA Program Director Beverly Snow. “Arts & Drafts should be an excellent evening for Watertown, filled with great bands, great beverages and an arts project for everyone.”

    Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased for $30 at ArsenalArts.org Arts & Drafts is a 21+ event and proper ID is required to enter the festival grounds. Additional beverages available for purchase at the event.

  • Annual 9-11 Commemoration

    Annual 9-11 Commemoration

    The Newton 9-11 Memorial Committee & City of Newton

    Cordially invite you to our

    Annual 9-11 Commemoration

    Annual 9-11 Commemoration

    Friday, September 11th, 2015 at the

    Newton 9-11 Memorial

    (on the front lawn of the Newton Centre
    Fire Department Headquarters)

    1164 Centre Street

    6:00 – 6:30 PM

  • Twitter Chat on World Suicide Prevention

    Twitter Chat on World Suicide Prevention

    The Clay Center for Young Healthy Minds at Massachusetts General Hospital will host a one-hour Twitter chat with active members of the mental health community on World Suicide Prevention Day, September 10, at 3:30 p.m. EST. To participate in the conversation, use the hashtag #ClayCtrChat.
    World Suicide Prevention Twitter Chat
    The discussion will be led by Dr. Gene Beresin, executive director, and Dr. Steve Schlozman, associate director at The Clay Center for Young Healthy Minds. The Twitter chat will create a forum for ideas, information, stats and a general discussion about how the mental health community can better address and prevent suicide.
    “When it comes to mental health, addressing the issue of suicide is one of the most important steps we can take to raise awareness and provide education about this very important topic. The world will be talking about suicide prevention on Sept.10, and because of our experience and the depth of information we provide at mghclaycenter.org, we want to provide an online platform where we can help start the conversation,” said Dr. Gene Beresin, executive director of The Clay Center for Young Healthy Minds.
    About the doctors:

    Gene Beresin, M.D., M.A. 
    @GeneBeresinMD
    Dr. Gene Beresin is executive director of The Clay Center for Young Healthy Minds at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), a full professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School (HMS), and senior educator in child and adolescent psychiatry at MGH. He received a B.A. in music from Princeton University, and an M.A. in philosophy along with his M.D. from the University of Pennsylvania.
    Steven Schlozman, M.D.
    @SSchlozman
    Dr. Steven Schlozman is associate director of The Clay Center for Young Healthy Minds at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), and an assistant professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School (HMS). He also serves as course director of the psychopathology class for the MIT-HMS Program in Health, Sciences and Technology. Dr. Schlozman practices child and adult psychiatry at MGH, and serves as the primary consultant to the pediatric transplant service. He received a B.A. in English and biology from Stanford University, and his M.D. from the Dartmouth-Brown Program in Medicine.
    World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD) is an awareness day observed on September 10 every year, to provide worldwide commitment and action to prevent suicides, with various activities around the world. The International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP) collaborates with the World Health Organization (WHO) and the World Federation for Mental Health to host World Suicide Prevention Day. The United Nations issued ‘National Policy for Suicide Prevention’ in the 1990s which some countries use as a basis for their suicide policies.
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    About The Clay Center for Young Healthy Minds:
    Based at Massachusetts General Hospital and led by a team of Harvard Medical School faculty members, The Clay Center for Young Healthy Minds is a Web-based resource that educates parents and other caregivers about the psychological development and emotional well-being of children, adolescents, and young adults who struggle with behavioral, emotional, and/or learning challenges. The Clay Center features the expertise of its nationally recognized doctors who create engaging and educational mental health content delivered in a wide variety of multimedia formats, including blogs, audio podcasts, online videos, interactive social media, and live online discussions. The content from The Clay Center encourages resilience in individuals and families while increasing the awareness of mental health disorders. To learn more, visit www.mghclaycenter.org.