Girls’ Soccer Cleat Exchange on Labor Day
To all NGS Families: It’s time for the Bi-Annual Cleat Exchange! Date: Monday, September 3rd (yes, it’s Labor Day) Time: 11:00am – 3:00pm Where: 35 Kingswood Road, Auburndale (Take Comm. Ave. to Islington to Kingswood – map at http://newtongirlssoccer.org/announce/) How it works: If you have old cleats […]
Newton Businesses Make Best of Boston List!
This is from the Newton Patch. Newton was well-represented in this year’s Best of Boston issue from Boston Magazine. More than a dozen businesses/services received recognition from the magazine in both Boston-based awards and “West of the City” categories. The following Newton businesses made the issue: Best Garden Supplies: Winston Flowers (gorgeous flowers too, but expensive!) Best Kitchen Supplies: Sur La […]
Edible Arrangements Tropical Island GIVEAWAY
I received a offer to sample Edible Arrangement‘s Tropical Sunrise or Tropical Island box of dipped fresh fruit chunks for a product review and one as a giveaway and I knew that my kids would be really excited to try it. They really like fresh fruits and rave about Edible Arrangements. When I am contemplating […]
Newton Centre BoxART
Urban Art (ok, Suburban Art) Celebrates Carriage Lane The Newton Centre boxART on Commonwealth and Centre street celebrates the carriage lane. A carry over from days of horse and buggy plus Model T Fords, Newton’s carriage lane has evolved into a safe walking and biking lane that runs parallel to the main street, separated by […]
How Does BoxART in Allston Compare to Newton?
Urban Art: BoxART in Allston Versus Newton I saw this vibrant BoxART in Allston near the Allston Farmer’s Market. You can tell that this is urban street art: one side of the BoxART is defaced with graffiti which is a shame! Do you see it on the lower left hand photograph near the dove? How […]
Atrium Mall Slowly Closes Up Shop
Lê’s Vietnamese Cuisine on the bottom floor is next to go. Manager Vin Lê says that their last day is August 26th. Employees will be redeployed as well to either of their 3 locations: Cambridge, Dorchester and Allston. Vin will be moving to manage the Allston restaurant when this restaurant closes. I wonder what will happen […]
2012 Olympics Sparks Intrest Among Teens
Olympic Sports Inspire Teens For many teens, sports are a big part of life. It’s their chance at a college scholarship, a way to make new friends, and a fun activity to fill up their schedules after school. The Olympics, a display of the best athletes in the world, often gets more attention from teens […]
Newton BoxART: Newton Centre
This Newton BoxART piece in Newton Centre is one of our favorites. We like the magical fairy tale kingdom that is hinted in the background. I’m going to try to post on all of the BoxART pieces so we can vote on our favorites. There is still time to sign up to create your own […]
Young Musicians Classical Concert in Boston
Classical Concert by Kids From the Top with host Christopher O’Riley, the preeminent showcase for young musicians, announces its 2012-2013 National Tour dates for recording its popular NPR radio program. The tour includes concert events at From the Top’s home base at New England Conservatory’s Jordan Hall and cities from Beijing, China to Athens, Georgia to Davis, California. […]
Links from Newton News Blogs
We’re lucky that there are lots of publications specific to Newton. I rounded up some interesting clippings: Newton Patch: Vote for your Newton favorite parks, restaurants, and services. Please vote in their survey! Newton in Boston.com: Atrium Mall in Chestnut Hill purchased by Bulfinch Cos. and will be converted to medical and office […]
