Category: All About Newton

News, events, children’s activities in Newton, MA.

  • West Newton Hills House for Rent: 6 Months Only

    West Newton Hills House for Rent: 6 Months Only

    The house is 3 Bedroom, 3 Baths. Peirce or Cabot Schools, Day Middle School, Newton North.

    House for Rent: 6 Months Only

    55 Forest Ave, West Newton.

    If you are interested, please call Mary at (617) 817-5554 or email mary@gibbshrconsulting.com.

  • Shacktoberfest at Shake Shack

    Shacktoberfest at Shake Shack

    This September, Shake Shack celebrates Oktoberfest with its own spin: Shacktoberfest. In sync with Munich’s Oktoberfest, the celebration takes place from September 25, 2015 to October 4, 2015 with fun twists on German classics. Shake Shack has celebrated Shacktoberfest for ten years running and is excited to continue the tradition at all four of its Massachusetts locations this year: Legacy Place, The Street in Chestnut Hill, Harvard Square and Newbury Street.
    Shacktoberfest at Shake Shack
    All of the below specials will be available at all Boston-area locations, as well as at Shacks nationwide. www.shakeshack.com
    The Shacktoberfest menu is as follows:
    • Shake Shack Bier Stein: a 25-ounce, custom-made stein ($10) with a choice of Brooklyn Brewery’s malty Oktoberfest beer or Shake Shack’s very own ShackMeister Ale®. Guests can keep the stein; all refills are $7 for the duration of Shacktoberfest
    • Brat Burger: 100% all-natural Angus beef burger topped with a flat-top griddled bacon cheddar-stuffed bratwurst, crispy ShackMeister Ale-marinated shallots and ShackSauce ($7.50)
    • Currywurst: Bavarian Brat topped with crispy ShackMeister Ale-marinated shallots and curry ketchup ($4.95)
    • Bavarian Brat: Griddled bratwurst topped with German-style slaw ($4.95)
    • Bacon Cheddar Brat: Griddled bacon cheddar-stuffed bratwurst ($4.95)
    • German Chocolate Walnut Concrete: Chocolate frozen custard blended with coconut-walnut caramel and chocolate truffle cookie dough (Single: $4.30 | Double: $6.55)
    • Apfelstrudel Shake: Vanilla frozen custard hand-spun with apples, caramel and spices ($5.75)
  • Cook Cooks for Charity

    Cook Cooks for Charity

    Cook Cooks for Charity

    Cook Restaurant Welcomes Erica Corsano of The Boston Herald as Part of its Continuing Celebrity Chef Fundraising Series

    Cook Cooks for Charity 

    WHAT:            Cook, the highly acclaimed American bistro located in Newton, MA is welcoming Erica Corsano, lifestyle editor and social columnist at The Boston Herald, as part of its continuing “Cook for Charity” celebrity chef series. On Wednesday, September 30th, 2015 Erica will roll up her sleeves and get cooking with Executive Chef/Owner Paul Turano where they’ll be serving up flatbreads all evening long. In addition to Cook’s signature menu items, the restaurant will be serving “The Corsano” special, a house-made flatbread with wood-roasted eggplant caponata, goat cheese, arugula and balsamic  ($15). 100 percent of sales from each $15 “The Corsano” flatbread will be donated to the Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (MSPCA) –Angell Animal Medical Center.

     

    The mission of the MSPCA-Angell is to protect animals, relieve their suffering, advance their health and welfare, prevent cruelty, and work for a just and compassionate society.

    The MSPCA-Angell is a national and international leader in animal protection and veterinary medicine and provides direct hands-on care for thousands of animals each year. Their services include animal protection and adoption, advocacy, humane education, law enforcement, and world-class veterinary care.

     

    Erica is an avid dog-lover and the proud owner of two Jack Russell Terriers, Penelope and Henri. Erica’s deep roots in the lifestyle realm reach back over a decade, beginning in New York City where she worked for some of the world’s most recognized luxury brands (Bottega Veneta, Bulgari, CH Carolina Herrera). She eventually moved over to the media side of life, regularly contributing to publications like Daily Candy and The Boston Globe, and later held editorial positions at Lucky Magazine (Boston Editor), Boston Common Magazine (Editor-at-Large), and STUFF Magazine (Editorial Director). Corsano then helped launch both Gilt City Boston (a subsidiary of Gilt Groupe, Inc.) and the Boston outpost for The Real Real. She is currently a Lifestyle Editor and Social Columnist at the Boston Herald and co-hosts a radio show called “Status Report” on Boston Herald Radio.

     

    This night of cooking is one of several celebrity chef events at Cook, all of which raise money and awareness about a charity chosen by the specific celebrity chef of the evening. The regular menu will also be available on the night. For more information, visit www.cooknewton.com or call 617-964-2665. Reservations are recommended.

     

    WHEN:             Wednesday, September 30th, 2015. Appearance by Erica Corsano from 6:00PM – 8:00PM. Dinner served from 4:30PM to 10:00PM.

     

    WHERE:           Cook Newton | 825 Washington Street | Newton, MA |02467

     

    RSVP:              Reservations recommended by calling 617-964-2665.

  • 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.

     

  • Win $1000 from Welch’s Fruit Snacks

    Win $1000 from Welch’s Fruit Snacks

    With Back-to-School season officially in full swing, Welch’s Fruit Snack’s is celebrating with their annual Facebook Lunchbox Notes Contest.

    Welch's Fruit Snacks Giveaway

    Now through September 30th, Welch’s® Fruit Snacks is asking their participants to share a photo here, of a lunchbox note they have included in their child’s lunch.

    Those who participate will be entered to win $1,000 and a one year supply of Welch’s Fruit Snacks, not to mention your child’s reaction when opening their lunch each day!

    To enter, participants can visit either the Welch’s® Fruit Snacks Website at www.welchsfruitsnacks.com and click on the Lunchbox Notes Contest Button, or go directly to the contest at www.welchslunchboxnotes.com. Participants simply submit their own “lunchbox note” or submit a photograph of a custom lunchbox note that they have included in their child’s lunchbox.

    Those who submit an image will be entered to win $1,000 and a one year supply of Welch’s® Fruit Snacks consisting of 52 boxes. There will also be five runner up winners who will have the chance to win a gift certificate to a fun family restaurant of their choice, a one-month supply of Welch’s® Fruit Snacks and a one-month supply of  Welch’s® Jams, Jellies and Spreads via coupons.

     

  • 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.

  • Win $500 Community Service Funding Awards

    Win $500 Community Service Funding Awards

    The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) today announced the launch of its TakeAction campaign that targets middle and high school students living in areas with wildfire risks. The campaign highlights important information about wildfire risks to life and property. Through TakeAction, students can use educational resources to implement local grassroots community service projects that increase resident safety and improve a home’s likelihood of surviving a wildfire.

    Win $500 Community Service Funding Awards

    In addition to the educational resources available through the TakeAction campaign, U.S. residents ages 13 – 22 who complete a wildfire risk reduction or post-fire project and submit an application are eligible to receive one of twenty $500 Community Service Funding Awards. Sponsored by State Farm, the funding awards are part of NFPA’s 2015 Year of Living Less Dangerously from Wildfire outreach effort. Winning applicants can use the award toward future educational costs, or it can be donated to the charitable organization of their choice. The deadline to submit applications is November 15, 2015.

    WHITEBOARD VIDEO: This whiteboard animation video provides important information that increases middle and high school age students’ knowledge about wildfire and introduces them to the TakeAction campaign.

    Find additional resources and learn more about the TakeAction campaign and the State Farm-sponsored Community Service Funding Awards at www.nfpa.org/takeaction.

  • 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