Category: All About Newton

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

Regattabar Kids’ Summer Music Series

The Regattabar’s Kids’ Summer Music Series returns to The Charles Hotel in Harvard Square starting on Sunday, July 13! Musicians that specialize in delighting kids with different styles of music perform everything from bilingual songs to magical folk tunes, and even dino-soaring!

Kids and parents alike can enjoy this popular series with Elizabeth Mitchell, Alastair Moock, Tim Kubart (of Tim and the Space Cadets), The Okee Dokee Brothers, Matt Heaton: Toddlerbilly Troubador, and Gustafer Yellowgold.

All shows begin at 4:30 p.m. in The Regattabar. Doors open 30 minutes prior to show time. Tickets are $12 (children one year and under enter for free) and can be purchased online at RegattabarJazz.com, or by calling 617-395-7757.

After the show, families can top off the night by enjoying a home-style dinner at Henrietta’s Table, which offers kid-friendly meals. Kids receive a free chocolate-themed dessert with ticket stub.

7/13: Elizabeth Mitchell and You Are My Flower

Elizabeth Mitchell is a two-time Grammy-nominated Smithsonian Folkways Recordings’ artist. She has been recording and performing folk music for children and their loved ones since 1998. Elizabeth performs with her husband, Daniel and her daughter, Storey.  | Website: YouAreMyFlower.org

7/20: Alastair Moock

Alastair Moock is an award winning, Grammy-nominated American folk and family music performer from Boston. Long one of Boston’s premier folk artists, Alastair Moock’s shows are rowdy, rootsy, singin’ and dancin’ fun for the whole family! | Website:  MoockMusic.com

7/27: Tim Kubart (of Tim and the Space Cadets)

Brooklyn-based Tim and the Space Cadets play songs about the important things in life: pizza parties, snow days, and summer vacations. Songwriters Tim Kubart and Matt Puckett weave their own childhood memories through textured pop tunes, rockers, and lullabies. | Website:  TimAndTheSpaceCadets.com

8/3: The Okee Dokee Brothers

The Okee Dokee Brothers are an award-winning duo who perform family music with a goal to inspire children and their parents to get outside and experience nature. | Website: OkeeDokee.org

8/17: Matt Heaton: Toddlerbilly Troubador

Matt Heaton performs as half of the well-known Irish music duo Matt & Shannon Heaton. But before noon, he is a skilled entertainer for kids, with a repertoire of kid-friendly folk & surf-inspired originals and reworked kid classics. | Website:  MattHeatonMusic.com

8/24: Gustafer Yellowgold

Gustafer Yellowgold’s show is a multi-media performance of live music, animated illustrations and storytelling. With its unique crossover appeal, the show has been the wild-card opening act for Wilco and The Polyphonic Spree. | Website: GustaferYellowgold.com

July 27, 2014
Interior Designers’ Secret Source and special discount!

A2Z Vintage Home Furnishings: Antique and Design is a spin-off of Darby Road. Located in a warehouse space at 39 Green Street in Waltham, the low overhead translates to great pricing!

Hours:

Wednesday through Saturday 10-5

or by appointment.

Please contact Jon Ames at 617-930-7700 or 781-790-5260 with questions or appointment requests.

39 Green Street in Waltham

With 10,000 square feet specializing in vintage and antique home furnishings, A2Z Vintage offers French, English, American and Asian pieces including fine art, furniture, hand knotted rugs and home accessories … Fresh inventory arrives daily!

It is frequented by Interior Designers who seek out their funky mix of vintage, antiques and Art all from a wide variety of periods. Let’s take a look!

Swedish Dining Table with additional 3 leaves and 6 dining room chair circa 1965. $2450

Always lots of cool painted furniture, this vintage sideboard is $1250.

A period English Sideboard, circa 1820. $1950

Postmodern American Vintage Wicker Chairs. Pair $395

Bow Back Windsor Settee with Knuckle Arm. It’s an unusual length. $2200

Medium Sized Goat of Reclaimed Metal. $140

Antique Chinese Dragon Lacquered Chair. $355

French Buffet Deux Corps circa 1840 of Oak. The shelves have an unusual design. $3250

Chinese Root Table Hand Carved from a single tree trunk. $1150

Hand knotted Persian rugs both vintage and antique. New hand knotted Qushak, 8′ 1″ by 10′ 3″ is net $1650.

Our reclaimed metal animals are really popular and come in a range of sizes!

Riley will greet you!

Because A2Z Vintage is about to go through a renovation, they are offering a special discount to my readers. If you go to the store and mention special code ILoveNewton A2Z, you will receive $100 off any purchase of $399 and/or $150 off any purchase of $599 or more … ask the owner Jon for other special deals!!!

July 25, 2014
Free Events at Pine Village Preschool

Two FREE events coming up next week in Newton and Needham at Pine Village preschools so that you could share with your readers. Pine Village is a Spanish language immersion preschool with a focus on helping children develops true passion for learning in a diverse environment. I’ve attached the full information below – please let me know if you need images or have any questions!

What: Free Mom and Tot Time in Spanish

Where: Pine Village Preschool Newton; 1326 Washington St., West Newton

When: Tuesday, July 22 AND Saturday, August 9 at 10:00 a.m. (come to either or both)

Description: Looking for something to do with your little one? Experience Circle time, enjoy some friendship fruit, and then play among our sensory and exploration tables. For more information, please contact Kelly Cisneros at pvpnewtonkelly@gmail.com or617-599-4250.

What: Pine Village Needham Lunchtime Open House

Where: Pine Village Preschool Needham; 65 Fourth Avenue, Needham

When: Wednesday, July 23, 2014 at 11:30 a.m.

Description: Come meet the teachers and see our Spanish Immersion preschool program (serving children 15 mos. – 5 years) in action! To RSVP, or for more information, contact Karen Quintana at pvpneedham@gmail.com or 781-771-9027.

July 24, 2014
Boys and Girls Club Golf Tournament

Boys and Girls Club Golf Tournament

The John M. Barry Boys & Girls Club of Newton’s 31st Annual Golf Tournament sponsored by Cambridge Savings Bank, will be at Woodland Golf Club in Auburndale on Monday, July 28, 2014.

11:30 AM
Woodland Golf Club
1897 Washington Street, Auburndale

The format is play-your-own ball, and we are currently offering an early bird special for individual player spots at $300 on or before June 2, 2014.

Players will enjoy lunch, access to the driving range, and a great day of golf.

The evening reception will offer a buffet dinner, live auction items, player prizes, raffles and more! Joe Amorosino, 7NEWS Sports Director, is once again our Golf Committee Chairman, and we anticipate close to 128 players will join us on the greens.
Times: 11:30 AM Registration & Lunch; 1:00 PM Shotgun; 5:30 PM Reception

Cost: $300/player (on or before June 2) ~ OR ~ $325/player (on or after June 3)
Prizes Awarded: Low Net, 2nd Low Net, Low Gross & 2nd Low Gross, Closest to the Pin, Longest Drive
Online Registration here.

For more information please contact Diane at: 617-630-2066 or dmarangoly@newtonbgc.com

July 23, 2014
Boston Summer Arts Weekend Family Events

Join us July 26–27 for a weekend of family fun at the third annual Boston Summer Arts Weekend in Copley Square.

Presented by Citizens Bank, this free festival brings the arts to all of Boston through events and performances tailored to audience members of all ages.

Boston Summer Arts Weekend is the perfect outdoor event for families. Highlights from this year’s family events include:

Local favorite and PBS Kids star, SteveSongs, who will kick off the main stage events at 11 am.

Children’s entertainer Debbie Cavalier, of Debbie and Friends, will engage the audience through her traditional story-telling through original song.

World-renowned comedy jugglers the Gizmo Guys, who will certainly wow the crowd with their humor and technique.

Various dance and music performances on the Fountain Stage from groups such as Zumix, Harney Academy of Irish Dance and hip-hop dance group Lil’ Phunk.

All of your favorite characters from WGBH programming like Arthur, Curious George and Word Girl will be there too!

July 22, 2014
15 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Massachusetts

Movoto put together 51 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Massachusetts. I pulled 15 of them for your enjoyment.

1. The Fig Newton was named after Newton, Mass.

2. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Massachusetts has the lowest divorce rate in the country with 2.2 divorces per 1000 people.

3. Basketball was invented in 1891 by James Naismith in Springfield, Mass.

4. Volleyball was invented in 1895 by William Morgan in Holyoke, Mass.

5. The Boston Terrier is the official state dog.

6. The Worcester radio station WORC made history when it was the first to play the Beatles.

7. The famous “Citgo” sign in Kenmore Square contains five miles of neon tubing.

8. Dunkin Donuts started here, in Quincy, Mass.

9. White chocolate was developed and first sold by Hebert’s Candies in Shrewsbury in the early 1950s.

10. The official state dessert of Massachusetts is the Boston cream pie.

11. Esther Howland of Worcester was the first person to mass-produce valentines in the U.S.

12. The African Meeting House opened in Boston in 1806. It is the first church in America to be built by free Africans.

13. Alexander Graham Bell, who invented the telephone, first demonstrated it in Boston in 1876.

14. At 90 feet below the surface, the Ted Williams Tunnel is the deepest in North America.

15. The Boston University Bridge on Commonwealth Avenue in Boston is the only place in the world where a boat can sail under a train driving under a car driving under an airplane.

July 20, 2014
Free Summer Kids Shows: Greg McAdams Magic

Greg McAdams Magic will be performing July 22 from 2 to 3pm. The concert will be across the street from Panera in the Newton Centre Green. It’s free and perfect for kids and families!

A unique entertainment experience with magic, comedy & audience participation!

July 16, 2014
Free Athletic Events from Shake Shack
Shake Shack Gets Sporty in Chestnut Hill This Season

WHAT:

Shake Shack’s Chestnut Hill location at The Street is flexing its muscles this summer. The Shack will be rolling out two events that bring a little competition and athleticism (and of course, celebratory burgers) to its local fans in need of a new way to enjoy the summer sun this season.

SHAKE SHACK DASH & DINE

Whether you need to amp up your habitual cardio routine or spice up your date night, Shake Shack’s new Dash & Dine event series has the answer. Shake Shack is partnering with their neighbor at The Street, Sports Club/LA, to feature a group fitness class out on The Green in front of the Shack followed by a rewarding Shake Shack meal (plus Shack wristbands and Shack|2O water) – calories out, calories in – right? It’s all about a balanced lifestyle. So pull on your sneakers, work up an appetite, and get shakin’!
- DATES (weather dependent):
o   July 18: Bootcamp

o   August 1: Bootcamp

o   August 15: Zumba

o   August 29: Vinyasa Yoga
- TIME: 10:00am – Noon
- PRICE: $20 ticket covers class and food; all proceeds donated to Ride for Food to further support the fight against hunger in the local community
- SIGN UP: Purchase tickets prior to event with Sports Club/LA (55 Boylston Street) in-person or via phone: 617.975.2020
To extend the fun, stay tuned for more Shake Shack Dash & Dine dates in early fall!

SHAKE SHACK TABLE TENNIS LEAGUE TOURNAMENT

Burgers? Check. Paddle? Check. Game face? Check. If you’re a Shack fan and table tennis aficionado, then this event is for you. Shake Shack will host a table tennis tournament on The Green in front of the Shack with slots for 16 participants who are hungry for victory and a celebratory burger. Players will battle it out on The Street’s custom made ping-pong table, distinct for its bold concrete base and branded blue metal net. Winning prizes include $15-$50 Shake Shack gift cards, a custom “golden paddle” trophy for 1st place, and plenty of Shack swag. All 16 players will receive a special edition Shake Shack Table Tennis League (SSTTL) t-shirt, and all players and spectators will get hooked up with Shack shades and retro wristbands while supplies last. For extra game time fuel, Shake Shack will offer a free order of cheese fries with any purchase of food throughout the day. Game on!
- DATE: Sunday, July 27 (rain date Sunday, August 3)
- TIME: 3:00pm – 5:00pm
- PRICE: Free to participate
- SIGN UP: Sign up in advance at the Shack beginning July 8; first come, first served
WHERE:

Shake Shack Chestnut Hill

The Street

49 Boylston Street

Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
July 15, 2014
Wellesley Books KidLit Author Visits July 19th

Giant sidewalk sale and fun events for the whole family at Wellesley Books on July 19th, Saturday.

Author Padma Venkatraman will be signing her new young adult novel, A Time to Dance, from 10-12.

Wellesley Books will be having a James Patterson party in celebration of his new book, Middle School: Save Rafe! The party starts at 10amand includes activities, snacks, a raffle and giveaways.

Freelance writer and author of The Star Sister series, Jennifer Blecher will be signing books from 12-2pm.

Anna Staniszewski will be decorating cupcakes and signing her new book in theDirt Diary series, The Prank List, from 2-4pm.

July 14, 2014
79th St. Mary of Carmen Society Festival

St. Mary of Carmen Society Festival

Where:

Pellegrini Park
11 Hawthorn Street
Nonantum Village in Newton

When: July 16th – July 20th, 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Who: The whole family
How: Tickets needed for rides
Cost: Unlimited Ride Specials $22

Rides, Games, Food, and Fun!

July 13, 2014