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  • A Fairly Comprehensive List of Dance Studios for Adults and Kids in Newton

    A Fairly Comprehensive List of Dance Studios for Adults and Kids in Newton

    dance schools Newton MA ILOVENewton.com http://ILoveNewton.comMy girls were not dancers, alas, but we did try it out at Boston Ballet School both in Newton and Boston, and I even have one of them taking Hip Hop at Joanne Langione Dance Center. Through the years, we’ve also attended really excellent dance parties at All That Jazz and The Dance Academy. How about you? What dance studio do your kids like?

    I guess it’s no surprise with the popularity of Dancing with the Stars that there are so many ballroom dance studios but still I was surprised to see how many we have here in Newton. So, put your dancing shoes on and dance the night away!

    If I’ve left out any dance studios, please leave a comment and I’ll add to the list. Thank you!

    Dance for Children and Adults

    All That Jazz, 232 California Street, Newton, MA 02458

    Boston Ballet School, 863 Washington St, Newtonville, MA 02460

    The Dance Academy, 94 Rowe Street, Newton, MA 02466

    Creative Steps Dance Studio, Eliot Church Of Newton, 474 Centre Street, Newton, Ma.  02459

    Joanne Langione Dance Center, 35 Border St.,  West Newton, Ma 02465

    Paulette’s Dance Studio, 190 Oak St. Newton, MA 02464

    Dance Fever, 200 Wells Avenue Newton, MA 02459

    Newton Music Academy, 14 Roland St, Newton, MA 02461

    Sullivan School of Irish Dance, Newton

    The American Chinese Art Society, 111 Truman Road, Newton, MA 02459-2640

    Newton Community Education Dance Classes

    MetroWest YMCA Dance Classes

    Ballroom Dancing

    Barbara’s Ballroom Dance Studio, 15 Linda Lane Newton MA 02461

    Boston Ballroom Dance Center, 141 California Street Newton, MA 02458

    Star Dance Studio, 50 Winchester Street  Newton, MA 02461

    Balera Ballroom School of Ballroom Dance, 105 Rumford Avenue  Newton, MA 02466

    Newton Community Education Ballroom Dance Classes

     

    Dance Gear

    Dancer’s Image, 849 Washington St, Newton, MA 02460

     

    p.s. Other Guides to Newton:

    Best Preschools in Newton

    A Fairly Comprehensive List of Birthday Party Locations and Ideas for Kids in Newton and Boston

    Best Martial Arts Schools for Kids and Adult in Newton

    A Fairly Comprehensive List of After School Supplemental Math Classes in Newton

    Best Gymnastics for Toddlers and Kids in Newton Area

    Best Caretaker and Child Music Classes in Newton

    Best Tutors, Music Teachers etc in Newton


  • Newton Libraries: Main & 2 Branches Run by Volunteers

    Newton Libraries: Main & 2 Branches Run by Volunteers

    Newton is lucky to have a wonderful and dynamic library, The Newton Free Library, located at 330 Homer Street (across the street from City Hall). It has (among other things) museum passes, a great audio/visual department, a wonderful children’s room, great gallery space, a good-sized auditorium, and, of course, books. I love the library and volunteer as a Friend of the Newton Free Library – the Friends are an amazing group of energetic women who host the Book Sales, Book and Author Lunch and other terrific community events. There is a YA Board that also hosts events and has a blog – 4YA @ Newton Free Library.

    Until recently, it had branch libraries, two of which, Waban and Auburndale, are now volunteer run stand-alone community libraries.

    Waban Library Center

    Auburndale Community Library

    Check them out!

  • Dog Friendly Newton: New Off-Leash Dog Parks!

    Dog Friendly Newton: New Off-Leash Dog Parks!

    dog park Newton MA Massachusetts New Off Lease Dog ParksFive off-leash dog parks were just created in Newton. I haven’t been to all of them. I heard that Cabot Woods is great but there can be a lot of ticks. The same can be said for Weston Reservoir which is my dog’s favorite haunt. Be sure to check for ticks after these outings. If you need information about ticks and Lyme disease, I have a link below from my dermatologist. Capability:Mom likes to exercise her dog on the carriage lane down Commonwealth Avenue at the foot of Heartbreak Hill. She has a walking group that meets religiously with or without dogs and they trek up to Walnut Street and back. Whether you walk your dog on or off-leash, there’s no doubt about it. Newton is a dog friendly city with plenty of local dog parks!

    Our favorite off-leash dog parks are:

    Cold Spring, Newton

    Weston Reservoir

    Warren Field

    Dog Resources in Newton

    Newton Dogs Site

    Especially for Pets: Dog Store, Training and Grooming

    Newtonville Pet: Pet Store

    Fetch Dog Training: We both swear by Martha!

    Petco: Pet Store

    The Dog Scoop: Doggy Day Care and Grooming

    B.Y.O.D.: LaudroMutt

    Doggone-It!: Dog Grooming!

    P. J.’s Pet Connection: Dog Walking

    Newton Highlands Pet & Grooming

    Posts on Dog Stuff

    Lyme Aid: A Great Post on Ticks and Lyme Disease by Our Dermatologist (Krauss Dermatology)

    Friday Find: Retractable Leash Attachment, FreeHand Safety Strap

    Warm Weather Safety Tips for Dogs

    Dog Food Analysis Website

    How To: Save Money on Dog Supplies

    Things That Dogs Eat That Will Kill Them

    How To: Pick a Family Dog

    Top 10: Best Picture Books for Coping with Loss of Pet

    Best Puppy Training Books

  • Best Mommy/Daddy and Me Music Classes for Toddlers and Preschoolers in Newton

    Best Mommy/Daddy and Me Music Classes for Toddlers and Preschoolers in Newton

    Toddler Music Class Newton Mommy and Me Music Class MA

    I’ve done my fair share of “Mommy and Me” music classes for babies and toddlers both in Boston and then in Newton. I did Time for Partners which was lovely and included arts and crafts, snack, and free play if your child opted not to do the art project. I also did the Kindermusik at All Newton Music School which was also great but more expensive. The singalong classes at the Newton Free Library were crowded but, hey, it’s free! I also found my old music teacher in Boston who did a music class for toddlers and babies through Warmlines. She was great so we did that one too! I never did get a chance to try Music Together but many instrumental music teachers that I interviewed heartily recommended this as music class for kids under the age of 6 years old.

    If you need a toddler or baby music class, there are lots of options in Newton so get ready to sing!

    Music and Movement (Music Together)

    Time For Partners by Newton Parks and Rec (combines music with art AND snack!)

    Giggle Kids Music at Green Planet Kids (drop in!)

    Let’s Make Music at Warmlines

    Singalongs (FREE!) at Newton Free Library

    All Newton Music School

     

    p.s. Other Guides to Newton:

    Best Preschools in Newton

    A Fairly Comprehensive List of Birthday Party Locations and Ideas for Kids in Newton and Boston

    Best Martial Arts Schools for Kids and Adult in Newton

    A Fairly Comprehensive List of After School Supplemental Math Classes in Newton

    A Fairly Comprehensive List of Dance Studios in Newton

    Best Gymnastics for Toddlers and Kids in Newton Area

    Best Tutors, Music Teachers etc in Newton