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  • Metro Boston Is 2017’s 6th Most Educated City in America

    Metro Boston Is 2017’s 6th Most Educated City in America

    Metro Boston Is 2017’s 6th Most Educated City in America according to WalletHub study.

    To determine where the most educated Americans are choosing to settle, WalletHub’s analysts compared the 150 largest U.S. metropolitan statistical areas, or MSAs, across nine key metrics. The data set ranges from share of adults aged 25 and older with a bachelor’s degree or higher to racial education gap to quality of the public school system.

    Educational Characteristics of Boston-Cambridge-Newton (1=Most Educated; 75=Avg.)

    • 21st – % of High School Diploma Holders
    • 7th – % of Bachelor’s Degree Holders
    • 17th – % of Associate’s Degree Holders or College-Experienced Adults
    • 6th – % of Graduate or Professional Degree Holders
    • 30th – Quality of Public School System
    • 28th – Avg. Quality of Universities
    • 22nd – Enrolled Students in Top 231 Universities per Capita

    Top 10 Most Educated Cities in America:

    1 Ann Arbor, MI 95.09
    2 Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV 78.43
    3 San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA 76.96
    4 Durham-Chapel Hill, NC 76.37
    5 Madison, WI 72.55
    6 Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH 70.87
    7 Provo-Orem, UT 69.34
    8 San Francisco-Oakland-Hayward, CA 69.23
    9 Austin-Round Rock, TX 66.10
    10 Tallahassee, FL 65.61

     

    Top 10 Most Educated Cities in America:

     

  • Dirty Boy Composting Now Installing Rain Barrels!

    Dirty Boy Composting Now Installing Rain Barrels!

    Dirty Boy Composting Partnering with The Great American Rain Barrel Company

    Dirty Boy Composting Partnering with The Great American Rain Barrel Company

    Dirty Boys Composting is excited to announce that we are now selling and installing rain barrels from the Great American Rain Barrel Company. These barrels are made from repurposed olive shipping containers and help manage the local water supply by reducing water consumption. The water collected in the 60 gallon drums is used for outdoor purposes like watering your garden, lawn, or even washing your car. The fee for the barrel, which includes pick up from Hyde Park and delivery to your door, is $95. We also provide installation services for $40. Rain barrel orders can be placed here.

  • Activate Newton invites residents to walk Newton’s 13 villages

    Activate Newton invites residents to walk Newton’s 13 villages

    During the month of May, Activate Newton challenges YOU to get active in each of Newton’s 13 villages. Log your progress on our ChallengeRunner page (activatenewton.challengerunner.com) and be entered to win amazing prizes! If you need activity ideas, check out the Activate Newton webpage for an activities calendar, walking maps, and more: www.newtonma.gov/activate

    If you would like to add an activity to the calendar or have any questions, please contact Elizabeth: egrella@newtonma.gov.

  • Chinese Historical Society of New England (CHSNE) Banquet

    Chinese Historical Society of New England (CHSNE) Banquet

    Chinese Historical Society of New England (CHSNE)

    25th Anniversary Annual Meeting & Banquet
    Friday, September 29th
    Boston, MA

    Click here for more info.

    Chinese Historical Society of New England (CHSNE)

    CHSNE NEEDS YOU! CHSNE is a membership-based 501(c)(3)non-profit organization dedicated solely to documenting, preserving, and promoting the history and legacy of Chinese immigration in New England. Please consider becoming a member or donating to help cover our projects and operating expenses.

    Become a member today!
    Donate to CHSNE.

  • Historic Newton Events

    Historic Newton Events

    Sunday, July 30, 2:00 PM

    WHO INSPIRED OUR SCHOOL NAMES?

    A NEWTON CEMETERY TOUR

    Newton’s two high schools simply use North and South for identification, but many public elementary and middle schools are named after a notable person in our city. Stroll through the Newton Cemetery to see the final resting places and learn more about the lives of Dr. Henry Bigelow, F.A. Day, and others whose legacy continues in our schools.

    Location: Meet in front of the chapel just inside the main gate, 791 Walnut St, Newton Centre; park in the lot to the left of the chapel.

    Admission: Suggested donation, $10 per person

    Register: historicnewton.org, or come on tour day

    Information: 617-796-1450

    Newton Cemetery Tour

    Monday, July 31, 10:30 AM

    STORYTIME AT THE MUSEUMS: DRESS-UP AT THE HOMESTEAD

    Most people today get their clothing pre-made from a store, but historically most clothing was made at home, and worn until it fell apart. We will read Caldecott Award winning book Joseph Had a Little Overcoat by Simms Taback. Afterwards, interact with historic garments from our collection and design your own clothing with a coloring activity. For children ages 18 months to 6 years and their caregivers. Includes free entrance to the museum after the program.

    Location: Jackson Homestead and Museum, 527 Washington Street

    Admission: Free

    Information: 617-796-1450

     

    AUGUST

     

    FREE WEEKEND AT HISTORIC NEWTON

    Saturday and Sunday, August 5 and 6, 10:00 AM-5:00 PM

    Everyone is invited to enjoy free admission to our museums.

    Locations: Jackson Homestead and Museum, 527 Washington Street, and the Durant-Kenrick House and Grounds, 286 Waverley Avenue

    Admission: Free

    Information: 617-796-1450

     

     

    Wednesday, August 16, 10:30 AM

    STORYTIME AT THE MUSEUMS: AT HOME AT THE HOMESTEAD

    The Jackson Homestead has been occupied for over 200 years, and has seen many changes come to Newton. The Little House by Caldecott Award winner and Newton resident Virginia Lee Burton tells the story of a house similar to the Homestead.  Explore the theme of home, and imagine life from a house’s perspective in this  fun program. For children ages 18 months to 6 years and their caregivers. Includes free entrance to the museum after the program.

    Location: Jackson Homestead and Museum, 527 Washington Street

    Admission: Free

    Information: 617-796-1450

     

    Monday, August 28, 10:30 AM

    STORYTIME AT THE MUSEUMS: FREEDOM

    Today we will read the Caldecott Award winning book Henry’s Freedom Box by Ellen Levine based on a true story of one man’s unique, creative escape from enslavement. Preschoolers and their caregivers will be given an opportunity crawl inside Henry’s Box and see other artifacts about freedom seekers around Boston. Includes free entrance to the museum after the program.

    Location: Jackson Homestead and Museum, 527 Washington Street

    Admission: Free

    Information: 617-796-1450

     

    Saturday and Sunday, September 2 and 3, 10:00 AM-5:00 PM

    FREE WEEKEND AT HISTORIC NEWTON

    Everyone is invited to enjoy free admission to our museums.

    Locations: Jackson Homestead and Museum, 527 Washington Street, and the Durant-Kenrick House and Grounds, 286 Waverley Avenue

    Admission: Free

    Information: 617-796-1450

     

    OCTOBER

    Sunday, October 1, 12:00 Noon-4 PM

    HAYFEST

    Come enjoy 19th century crafts at the Jackson Homestead! Learn through hands-on activities how Newton families lived in the 1800s. Try your hand at butter making, cider pressing, and candle dipping. Jump into a burlap sack for a race or play the hoop-tossing game of graces. Join us for a day of old-fashioned fun for the whole family.

    Location: Jackson Homestead and Museum, 527 Washington Street

    Admission: Free

    Information: 617-796-1450

  • New Public Art LITTLE CLOUD at The Street

    New Public Art LITTLE CLOUD at The Street

    The Street will unveil and celebrate its latest public art initiative, Little Cloud, a surreal, experiential installation by acclaimed fine art collaborative, FriendsWithYou, on Tuesday, August 1, 2017 from 4-6pm. The artists will be in attendance for the debut of their 10-foot fiberglass sculpture. FriendsWithYou views the cloud emblem as an enduring symbol of love and light; the installation plays into the idea that everything has a soul. The Street will offer complimentary bites from Shake Shack and The Paint Bar will provide both adult and kid-friendly art activities. With its continued commitment to public art, The Street collaborated with Art Production Fund to bring Little Cloud to the property. The installation will be located near The Green, between Shake Shack and lululemon. The Street is located at 49 Boylston Street, Chestnut Hill.

    New Public Art LITTLE CLOUD at The Street

    FriendsWithYou, the fine art collaborative of Samuel Borkson and Arturo Sandoval III, has been working collectively since 2002 with the sole purpose of spreading the positive message of Magic, Luck, and Friendship. The duo is known for their immersive installations and interactive works, which invite viewers to interpret their lives through communal experiences. Through their art, FriendsWithYou hopes to prompt a wide spectrum of untapped emotions that enable both personal and shared experiences, and to cultivate moments of spiritual awareness and powerful, joyous interactions.

    Little Cloud will be on display at The Street through December 2017. Pocket amulets ofLittle Cloud, along with other merchandise, will be on sale at Portobello Road through December 2017. For more information on Little Cloud and FriendsWithYou, visit friendswithyou.com.

  • Newton Tennis for Kids and Adults

    Newton Tennis for Kids and Adults

    TENNIS PLAYERS ADULTS AND KIDS!
    It’s time to swing into summer.

     

    Newton Tennis for Kids and Adults

    We have some “hot” options for you to choose from…sign up now and enjoy a class or two!

    For Adults: Check out Dave’s Doubles 3-Day Specials or Joe’s In-House Doubles League…or our always popular Cardio classes, in addition to our valuable instructional clinics and fun round robins. Any of these classes currently in session with openings can be prorated for you if you want to join midway through. And, of course, they are available in our upcoming Session II coming up in a few weeks!

    For Kids: We have our morning “fun and fundamental” classes on the clay in Newton Centre from ages 4-14 yrs which run daily
    M-F on a weekly basis.
    In addition, we offer our longer morning junior option at Newton South High School from 8:30-11:30 (extended care option till noon available) for 5-14 yr olds with rain coverage in the gym M-F, also on a weekly basis.
    Afternoon options include our Afternoon Jr. (7 yrs) and Match Play (11-19yrs) programs from 1-4pm for our beginner to more advanced players!
    Late Day program from 5-6pm for 6-10 yr olds is available for those who may have commmitments during the day but want to add some tennis to it!

    ALL SUMMER:
    Kids Tennis at Newton Center Playground goes thru September 3!
    Kids Tennis at Newton South runs thru August 18!

    To sign up for any of these classes please go to www.newtontennis.com – Registration

    If interested in signing up for a class currently in session on a prorated basis, please email newtontennis@earthlink.net and we will be happy to assist you in this process!

  • Dirty Boys Composting

    Dirty Boys Composting

    Dirty Boys Composting specializes in taking the guesswork and hassle out of backyard composting, so our customers quickly create high quality, usable compost without problems of odors or pests. Our approach of teaching our customers about proper composting techniques, along with providing constructive feedback on their efforts, has resulted in a 100% success rate.

    As part of our Starter Service we:

    • Deliver a MassDEP recommended compost bin.
    • Install your compost bin.
    • Set up your compost pile with the optimal level of Nitrogen & Carbon-rich ingredients.
    • Jump start your compost pile with our superior quality, Newton-bred, red wiggler worms.
    • Check, amend, turn, and report on your compost pile twice after installation.
    • Provide feedback on your composting efforts so you know exactly what you are doing correctly and incorrectly.
    • Give recommendations on ways to increase the efficiency of your compost pile.
    • Keep an eye on your compost pile for the first several weeks to make sure it’s actively decomposing.
    • Teach your family about composting.
    • Provide phone and email support to answer your composting questions throughout the year.

    The fee for this service is $160, and for those already composting (who don’t require a bin) our subscriptions are $130.

    To get started, email grant@dirtyboyscomposting.com.

     

  • Fleuri Designs Pop Up Store at The Street

    Fleuri Designs Pop Up Store at The Street

     

    Fleuri Designs Pop Up Store The Street

    Fleuri Designs

    is popping up at
    The Street Chestnut Hill
    55 Boylston Street in Newton
    (in the Makery across from Portobello Road)

    Fleuri Designs Pop Up Store at The Street

    NOW through Sunday July 23

    Hours:
    Tuesday-Saturday 11am-7pm
    Sunday 12pm-6pm

    featuring fresh container gardens, succulents and permanent botanicals

    ​www.fleuridesigns.com

  • Newton Makes Top 10: Best Places to Live in MA for Families

    Newton Makes Top 10: Best Places to Live in MA for Families

    2017’s Best Places to Live in Massachusetts for Families according to WalletHub.

    In WalletHub’s analysis of the Best & Worst States to Raise a Family, Massachusetts ranked No. 6 overall and earned particularly high marks in four out of five categories, including “family fun,” “health and safety,” “education and child care,” and “affordability.” But even in “socio-economics,” the final category, it outranked 28 states. Education and technology are unsurprisingly Massachusetts’ biggest industries, considering the state is the No. 1 most educated and third most innovative.

    Newton Happy Place #13

    WalletHub’s data team compared 86 cities in Massachusetts based on 21 key indicators of family-friendliness. Our data set ranges from median family income to school-system quality to housing affordability.

    Here are the Top 10:

    1. Longmeadow, MA
    2. Franklin Town, MA
    3. Winchester, MA
    4. Lexington, MA
    5. Wellesley, MA
    6. Needham, MA
    7. Belmont, MA
    8. Reading, MA
    9. Milton, MA
    10. Newton, MA