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Cardio Diva! Master Dance Class with Celebrity Guest Instructor Jeff Costa!

Join Jeff Costa for an electrifying aerobic-dance workout! The perfect marriage of exercise and dance, the Cardio Diva dance workout provides a fun environment for participants to get in touch with their “inner diva” while sweating to cutting-edge pop music and dancing to free-flowing and innovative choreography. Jeff Costa is known as the founder of what Time Magazine coined the “New Burlesque movement gym culture.”

Thursday, March 29th

7 – 8:30 pm

The Sports Club/LA

4 Avery Street at Tremont
Boston, MA 02111

Members $15; non-members $25

There is no advance sign up. Registration will take place on the night of the event. Please bring cash or check. Please contact Alexa Malzone at 617.375.8548 or amalzone@mp-sportsclub.com for more information.

March 19, 2012
Garden City Summer Soccer Camp 2012 – Registration Open Now
My middle daughter is lucky to have Brian Rooney as her soccer coach so I can personally vouch for how wonderful he is! She also did Garden City Soccer Camp last summer and loved it. What is really great about Garden City is that the coaches are great role models. As high school varsity players, they talk about what it took for them to get good enough to play varsity soccer and they have wonderful rapport with the kids. My daughter also appreciated the pool! After the morning session and lunch, swimming was a welcome respite from the heat and then she was ready to go for another round of soccer in the afternoon.
- Youth soccer camp, now in its 13th year, to be held at the fields at Newton North High School
- Camp runs from 9 am to 4 pm during the week of July 2nd-6th (no camp on Wednesday, July 4th) and 9 am to 3 pm during the week of July 9th-13th
- Designed for boys and girls ages 7-14
- Opportunity to learn from some of the top coaches in the city
- Directed by Brian Rooney – former Girls’ Varsity coach at Newton North and Boys’ Varsity coach at Newton North and Newton South
- Counseling staff includes current and former players from Newton North and Newton South boys’ and girls’ soccer programs
- Daily technical training (dribbling, passing, shooting, receiving, heading, etc.)
- Daily tactical training (1v1 offense and defense, 2v1 offense and defense, etc.)
- Individual and group skills competitions each day
- Competitive scrimmages or tournaments each day
- Prizes and awards given away daily
- Swimming at the Newton North Pool offered daily
- Cost per week is $275
For more information, contact Brian Rooney at brian_rooney@newton.k12.ma.us or 617-559-6238.

To register on-line, go to the Garden City Sports Camp website .
March 18, 2012
When an Addition Makes More Sense Than Assisted Living for Aging Parents

Peter Sachs’ addition to his house for his aging mother after she suffered from a mild stroke got me thinking. When does a home renovation to include space for an aging parent make more sense than Assisted Living? I decided to research.

It turns out that many health insurance policies provide a daily allowance towards home health care providers for things like physical therapy, medication administration, and assistance with bathing or showering. Peter Sachs mother gets $240/day from her policy. While this is not enough for 24 hour care, this is perfect for parents who might need Assisted Living but value their independence.

Peter Sachs’ renovation for a 750 square foot “mother-in-law” suite cost $180,000, however, his home equity increased by $300,000 over the last two years.

Using a mortgage amortization schedule calculator (30 years fixed, 5%), this is $966.28 for Monthly Principal & Interest.

I then researched the monthly cost for Assisted Living.

“Just as the cost of real estate varies by geographic area, assisted living costs also vary nationwide. According to a 2011 MetLife Mature Market Study, the national average for assisted living base rates is $3,477 per month. In 2010, the average base rate was $3,293, which represents an increase of 5.6% year-over-year. Residents of assisted living communities can typically expect a 3-5% annual increase in their base rate.” from Senior Homes

The average cost in Massachusetts is $4,950.

There are other factors to consider besides when you move in your parents or in-laws such as: Privacy, Socializing , Decline in Mobility, and Decline in Health. If you decide to explore a renovation, your plan can and should include solutions to these issues. For Peter Sachs‘ renovation, his design for an extra wide stairway will allow for a mobile chair and the bathroom can easily accommodate a wheelchair.

What are your issues and solutions for your aging parents? Please share!

March 16, 2012
Concussion Facts and Myths – What Parents Need to Know (Free Seminar)

March 22, 7:00 – 8:30 pm

Williams Elementary School, 141 Grove Street, Newton

Join Lauren Smith, MD, MPH, medical director for the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, who will present up-to-date information about concussions among young athletes and discuss what parents and athletes can do to improve recovery and reduce the likelihood of long term problems. She will also review the rules on sports-related head injuries in public schools in Massachusetts. Targeted for all parents and coaches.

No registration required. Co-sponsored by the Newton PTO Council, Williams PTO and The Newton Partnership.

Warning: Do not park in the Lasell College parking lot. They ticket and tow.

Dr. Lauren A. Smith is the Medical Director of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health where she works closely with the Commissioner to establish and implement departmental priorities. She is an Associate Professor at the Boston University School of Medicine. She serves as a pediatric hospitalist at Boston Medical Center where she was the Medical Director of the Pediatric Inpatient Unit for 4 years.

Dr. Smith’s research career has focused on the implication of public polices for child health and childhood health disparities. She has authored two recent reports on the impact of affordable housingand energy costs on child health and well being as examples of the effects of public policy on health. She recently served as a W.T. Grant Health Policy Fellow in the office of House Speaker Salvatore DiMasi and as a member of the Massachusetts Commission to End Racial Disparities in Health.

March 15, 2012
$A Fairly Comprehensive List of Supplemental Math Classes$

A Fairly Comprehensive List of Supplemental Math Classes

$math schools, math classes, math, Newton, Kumon, Russian Math, Mathnasium, Math Monkeys$

Are you looking for math classes for kids either to catch them up or to get them ahead? Math classes can also be a more affordable option instead of private tutoring.

There are many choices for math classes in Newton. I think it’s all about fit; matching the right class to each child so I’ve included articles and videos to help you get a feel for each one.

Russian Math

An an article about it: Russian Math Schools Gaining Popularity in U.S.

Address: 200 Wells Ave., Newton, MA 02459
Map

Phone: (617) 332-8243

Fax: (617) 244-5177

E-Mail: Administration@russianschool.com

Vice Principal: Ralitsa Dimitrova

Kumon

An article about it: Fast Tracking to Kindergarten?

617.244.9540 Phone & Fax

230 Central Street

Newton, MA

Mathnasiam

An article about it: Description and Reviews of Mathnasium

49 Winchester Street Newton Highland, MA 02461
(617) 340-3665

p.s. Other Newton Guides:

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 Dance Studios 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

March 13, 2012
Newton Girls Soccer: Referee Jobs for Girls in Grades 6-8

Training Dates for NGS Prospective Intramural Soccer Referees

This message concerns training for those youth wishing to become new intramural referees.1.  Training consists of two parts: a 2-hour instructional clinic and an on-field observation session. Both parts must be completed if one wishes to become a referee:The first part, the instructional clinic, will be held:

Wednesday, April 4, from 7-9 PM, at Oak Hill Middle School

(exact room # to be posted on the outer doors at the time of the clinic).

The second part is the observation session. It involves watching and asking questions of an experienced referee as he works second grade games. This will take place the first week of the season – Saturday afternoon, April 7th. The exact time and location is not known yet, but there are likely to be 3 sessions, probably at the Brown/Oak Hill fields, in the 12:00-5:00 PM range. You should plan on spending about an hour and a half at one of these sessions so that you can watch one full game. Since this is the general time frame of the games you would be eligible to ref, if you expect to be ‘booked’ for much of Saturday afternoons, reffing may not be right for you at this time. If you can’t make the April 7 (or if we’re rained out) observation sessions will be held in subsequent weeks (but can’t continue indefinitely).

2.      We are only able to accommodate a limited number of students, with priority given to those closed out from previous year(s). If you are interested in attending you must e-mail Jeff Brenner (jeff.brenner@comcast.net) indicating your interest. You must also provide us with the following contact information:

a.    Name of the potential referee

b.    Date of Birth and school grade

c.    Street Address, town, ZIP

d.    Home and cell phone numbers

e.    E-mail address(es)

f. soccer playing status for this spring (i.e. BAYS, intramural, club, not playing)

3.      Acceptance is not ‘first come, first served’, as we seek diversity in age and other factors, but we need to hear from people within a couple of weeks. You may receive a phone call seeking further information about your likely availability and level of commitment. We hope to inform people of their status at least a week before the clinic.

Jeff Brenner

NGS Referee Committee

March 12, 2012
Newton Historical Society Preservation Award Winner Solves Aging Parent Dilemma

When Peter Sachs found out that his mother, Kay Sachs, had a mild stroke, he and his wife Tracy were worried. She lived nearby in a condo but suddenly that wasn’t close enough. Luckily, he’s a architect so he designed an addition to their house to give his mother privacy so she wouldn’t feel like a in-house babysitter to their three children.

photos by Jerry Shereda Photography

The 750 square foot addition includes a kitchenette, bathroom, walk in closet and living space. There is also a deck. Even more importantly, Sachs designed it with handicapped access in mind: the stairs are wide enough to accommodate an electric seat should that ever be necessary. The bathroom’s wide shower will allow for a wheelchair.

After a year of living together-but-separate, his mother says, “The addition fits my needs perfectly. I have my own separate entrance and even my deck is private with no view of the main house deck. I also get to see my grandchildren as often as I want. And I love being able to walk to West Newton Village.”

This addition won an award from the Newton Historical Society for Best Residential Addition and Restoration.

Peter Sachs lives in West Newton Hills with his wife Tracy, three kids, mother and dog. Look for more posts on topics like Top 10 Things to Consider Before You Renovate as he has agreed to be a regular contributor.

He’d love to help you with your renovation. He’s offering three complimentary two hour consultations. Please leave a comment to win. The first three people to comment will win.

March 9, 2012
Book Giveaway: Rebel Moms by Davina Rhine

Rebel Moms: The Off-Road Map for the Off-Road Mom by Davina Rhine

Congrats to Becca! You won the book!

Review written by Leah Drichel for The Bloomington Roller Derby Examiner:

Reader Review of Rebel Moms: “In the current political climate, with the Occupy Movement, and people across the globe beginning to take a stand for what they believe in, Davina Rhine has produced a timely and poignant piece of work that communicates to mothers that it’s perfectly OK (beautiful, even!) to be who you are and to believe what you believe and to model this for your children. In the average day, a Mom can fight a soul-wearying battle with Judgment and Guilt, but Ms. Rhine’s work frees a mother from this burden, by showcasing real-life moms that are “off the beaten path”. Truly refreshing. Truly encouraging.”

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March 8, 2012
St. Patrick’s Day Concert & Party by New Philharmonia Orchestra

The New Philharmonia Orchestra is bringing a fantastic St. Patrick’s Day concert to Newton. The event combines classical music, traditional Celtic music, and audience sing-a-long favorites for an evening of great community fun! The event kicks off with a party featuring traditional Irish fare, a craft beer tasting, and strolling Irish musicians. Performances will follow the reception and will even include Irish dancing!

Saturday, March 17th at 7:00 p.m.

First Baptist Church, 848 Beacon Street in Newton Centre

Tickets are $20/adult, $10/child under age 21

617-527-9717

March 7, 2012
Soccer Clinic for Girls Run by Boston Breakers and NGS

NGS (Newton Girls’ Soccer) is partnering with the Breakers to offer a 4-day clinic over April break! The sessions will be run by current Breakers players and supervised by Breakers coaches and our own Director of Coaching, Gary Beatty. Here are the details:

Dates: Tuesday, April 17 – Friday, April 20

Time:   9am – 12am

Location:         Newton Field (most likely Weeks Field)

Cost: $175

Please click here to register.

Email Gary Beatty, ngsdoc@gmail.com with any questions.

March 6, 2012

Address:	200 Wells Ave., Newton, MA 02459 Map
Phone:	(617) 332-8243
Fax:	(617) 244-5177
E-Mail:	Administration@russianschool.com
Vice Principal:	Ralitsa Dimitrova