Events for adults, families and kids in Newton, MA.
Grab a friend and join Well Within on Sunday, September 22nd from 1-4 pm as we celebrate the autumnal equinox with an open house at Well Within.
Drop in anytime during the open house to sample delicious paleo friendly hors d’oeuvres that highlight the foods of fall and experience equinox themed mini-treatments including acupuncture, massage, reiki and more.
Click HERE to learn more!
Representative Kay and Nasir Khan, School Committee Member Diana Fisher Gomberg, Carol and Ken Krems, Joan McGrath, and former Mayor Thomas B. Concannon invite you for Coffee, Snacks & Conversation with Alderman Deb Crossley, Candidate for Re-Election for Alderman-at-Large
Sunday, September 15, 2013
3:00 – 4:30 p.m.
at the home of
Kay and Nasir Khan
18 St. Mary’s Street
Newton, MA 02462
RSVP requested but not required Kay Khan at 617-527-1451 or kaykhan7@gmail.com
Join us on the evening of Tuesday, September 17 at 6:30pm for a special seven-course dinner with wine pairing at The Farmhouse Restaurant in Needham, Mass to benefit Family Equality Council, the nation’s leading advocate for the 3 million parents in the US who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) and their 6 million children.
Family Equality Council is changing attitudes and policies to ensure that all families are respected, loved, and celebrated – including families with parents who are LGBT.
Tickets for the event are $150 per person and space is limited. For more information or to purchase your tickets go to www.familyequality.org/farmhouse.
Any questions, please contact Abby Thorp at 617-502-8708 or athorp@familyequality.org.
The City of Newton will hold a municipal election this Fall for the offices of Mayor, Board of Aldermen and School Committee. A preliminary election is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, September 17, 2013 for the offices of Ward Alderman, Ward One and Mayor. In collaboration with the Newton Chapter of the League of Women Voters, NewTV is producing a series of debates through the preliminary and general elections.
Here is the Mayoral Debate.
Tune in on Thursday, September 12 at 7pm for LIVE debate coverage featuring the four mayoral candidates — Alderman Ted Hess-Mahan, Tom Sheff, Jackie Gauvreau Sequeira and Mayor Setti Warren — on NewTV’s Government Channel (Comcast 9, RCN 13, Verizon 33) and streamed online on NewTV’s website.
Viewers are encouraged to post their questions for the candidates to info@lwvnewton.org, or the evening of the event on our Facebook page (Facebook.com/NewTV) and Twitter: @New_TV.
Ward 2 Ward Alderman and Ward 5 Alderman At Large is taking place this coming Thursday, Oct 3
Ward Alderman, Ward One – Thursday, August 29, 2013, 7:00 pm
Office of Mayor – Thursday, September 12, 2013, 7:00 pm
Viewers are encouraged to take part in the debate by submitting questions for the candidates via Facebook, Twitter and via email at info@lwvnewton.org
One Day Escape (Part II)
The Boston Rock Gym Offers Second Date for Sold Out One Day Outdoor Climbing Escape
WHAT: Due to the overwhelming success of its first one day escape, Boston Rock Gym is offering locals a second opportunity to get out and experience the city on Saturday, September 28, 2013 with its One Day Escape (Part II) in partnership with the soon to open Cook Restaurant.
Climbers will meet at the scenic Hammond Pond, located in Newton, MA(just a short T-ride away for all the city dwellers) at 9:00AM where they’ll meet their climbing group and expert outdoor instructor for a one-of-a-kind day outdoors. The group will learn all of the basics of outdoor rock climbing including tying knots, appropriate climbing gear, proper climbing and rappelling techniques before they head out on the rocks and begin to climb.
Following the introduction class, the group will enjoy a gourmet picnic-style lunch from the much anticipated second restaurant of Chef Paul Turano, “Cook,” located in Newton, MA. Whether an experienced indoor climber or someone just looking for a fun, this all-inclusive outdoor excursion is only $65 per person and has something for everyone!
WHERE: Hammond Pond, Hammond Pond Parkway, Newton, MA 02467. Class meets in parking lot by MDC sign.
WHEN: Saturday, September 28th, 2013 from 9:00AM to 3:00PM
COST: $65 per person. Bagged lunch and all equipment is included.
RSVP: Pre-registration is necessary and can be done by calling the Boston Rock Gym at (781) 935-7325.
About Boston Rock Gym:
The Boston Rock Gym is New England’s premier indoor rock gym, offering the best in climbing terrain and instruction at their state-of-the-art rock gym located just outside of Boston in Woburn, Massachusetts. The second oldest rock gym in the United States, Boston Rock Gym offers group and individual lessons, technique classes for beginner to advanced climbers, various levels of membership, climbing competitions, outdoor excursions, equipment demos, youth programs, team building, corporate and special events, birthday parties and gift certificates. An industry leader in certified instructors and outdoor educators, the Boston Rock Gym staff helped to pioneer the Rock Wall Instructor Certification Course with The Climbing Wall Association and The American Mountain Guide Association, and nearly all team members are certified Rock Wall Instructors. The Boston Rock Gym is located at 78 Olympia Avenue Woburn, MA 01801. Hours are Monday-Friday: 12PM to 10PM, Saturday: 10AM to 10PM and Sunday: 10AM to 6PM. For more information call (781) 935-7325 or visi twww.bostonrockgym.com.
Newton-Wellesley Hospital, an official medical provider of the Boston Marathon, is sponsorsing a series of FREE workshops, lectures and clinics geared to runners of all levels to help athletes avoid injury and maximize performance.
Running Strong
Wednesday, September 18 • 6:30 pm
Newton-Wellesley Hospital • Shipley Auditorium
2014 Washington Street • Newton, MA
Couch to 5K and beyond
6:30-7:15 pm
Presented by Dan Graovac, Owner and Head Coach of Gforce Multisport. Do you want to start running? Are you getting ready for your first race? Do you want to improve your performance? If so, this presentation will provide beginner and intermediate runners with the tools to develop a program for a sound running foundation. Learn tips on developing smoother and more efficient running and get help with meeting your training goals.
A Quick Guide to Preventing Common Injuries
7:15-8:00pm
Presented by Tess Townsend, Physical Therapist at Newton-Wellesley Hospital. No matter how many years you have run, your mileage or terrain, minor running injuries are bound to curb your running at least once. Learn about common running injuries, simple ways to assess your risk and the prehab exercises you can do to avoid letting a little twinge turn into a big problem.
Registration is required. To reserve your seat for this free workshop, email carefinder@partners.org or call 617-243-6383.
The Highland Street Foundation Provides Free Admission to
The Discovery Museums on August 30, 2013
as part of the 5th Annual Free Fun Fridays Program
(Newton, MA) – The Highland Street Foundation’s Free Fun Fridays program will offer free admission to The Discovery Museums on Friday, August 30, 2013. This year, a record-breaking 60 venues are participating in Free Fun Fridays, with six cultural venues open free-of-charge each Friday this summer. Free Fun Fridays is a 10-week program, which runs from June 28 – August 30. This is the fifth year of the program.
Who: Any individual or family is invited to attend. (Due to expected crowds, large groups cannot be accommodated on this day. Please contact The Discovery Museums directly at (978) 264-4200 with questions.)
What: Free Fun Fridays, the annual summer program that opens the doors to some of Massachusetts’ best cultural venues at no cost to visitors.
When: 9:00am – 8:30pm; Friday, August 30, 2013
Where: The Discovery Museums
From 10:00am – 7:00pm, the Museums will offer participatory outdoor programs involving paint, yarn, dirt, paper, face paints, bubbles, and more in the event that there is a wait to be admitted to the museums.
In addition, The Discovery Museums will host will host The U.Fund Dreams Tour from the Massachusetts Educational Financing Authority (MEFA), the Commonwealth’s college financing expert, and Fidelity Investments.® Visitors may enter for a chance to win $10,000 for their child’s college education! Kids will have the opportunity to spin the prize wheel for fun giveaways and participate in photo activities.
For more information about Free Fun Fridays, visit: http://www.highlandstreet.org/
Party Packs & Tickets are selling quickly. Don’t miss the chance to celebrate art, support the New Art Center and party like it’s 1985!!
What: New Art Center Arts Ball Remixed
When: October 17th, Saturday 7:30-11:30 pm
Wear: Music inspired by the rhythm of the 1980s. Dancing shoes and clothing from the 80s highly recommended!
Who: Bring your party to the party! Buy a discounted pack of ten tickets for $1,000. Each party pack includes gifts to get the party going. Party Pack deadline is September 15th. (Individual Tickets – $125)
How exciting! I just found out via the Paper Tigers Blog that Grace Lin’s book is a play here in Boston!
Where the Mountain Meets the Moon at Wheelock Family Theater
Tickets on sale now!
Wheelock Family Theater will be presenting Where the Mountain Meets the Moon in the spring! It will be the New England premiere! The schedule has been set and you can now buy tickets.
If you are a teacher, consider bringing your students for a field trip! They even have special 10am school matinees!
WHERE THE MOUNTAIN MEETS THE MOON
April 11 – May 11, 2014
Wheelock Family Theatre
200 The Riverway, Boston, MA, USA
Friday nights at 7:30; Saturday & Sunday matinees at 3:00
School vacation week matinees (Tue 4/22 – Fri 4/25) at 1:00
10am school matinees Wed 4/16, Thu 5/1, Tue 5/6, and Thu 5/8
Performances will be interpreted in American Sign Language on Thu 5/8 at 10 am, Fri 5/9 at 7:30, & Sun 5/11 at 3:00.
Performances will be audio-described for folks with visual impairments on Thu 5/8 at 10 am, Fri 5/9 at 7:30, & Sun 5/11 at 3:00.
A “Relaxed” performance for people with sensory sensitivities will be on Saturday May 3 at 10 am
Tickets are $35 – $20 based on seating. Groups of 15 or more can take $5 off the regular ticket prices. Tickets can be purchased online at www.WheelockFamilyTheatre.org or over the telephone: 617-879-2300 (Tue – Fri; 10am to 6pm)
For additional information or for specific seating needs, please contact Charles Baldwin at 617-879-2300 or cbaldwin(at)wheelock(dot)edu.
Please save the date and join NewTV for a wine and cheese reception at the Newton Media Center on August 8, at 7pm. “Summer Selective” is a juried showcase of six talented local artists, organized by Newton Open Studios. The artists and the works have been selected by juror Kathleen Smith, Exhibitions Director at the New Art Center.
Featured artists:
For more information on the artists and examples of their work, please visit here.
Location: NewTV Gallery, 23 Needham ST, Newton MA, entrance at the top of Easy ST, next to National Lumber
