Posted by Mia on February 21, 2012 · Leave a Comment
Sharps Disposal Information for Newton residents: Sharps are needles and lancets used at home to inject medicine into people or pets. Properly disposing of sharps helps keep potentially harmful products out of the waste stream. A new state law takes effect July 1, 2012 that prohibits people from disposing of needles and lancets in the trash. […]
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Posted by Mia on February 19, 2012 · 2 Comments
The City of Newton is highlighting heart health in recognition of February Heart Month. Look for new programs, interactive opportunities, and, most of all, tips on how you can lead a healthier life. “Heart month is a great time to take a step back and think about what we can be doing for ourselves and […]
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Posted by Mia on February 18, 2012 · Leave a Comment
I want to take my kids maple sugaring this year so I researched places near Newton. Have you been maple sugaring? What is your favorite place? Please leave a comment. From Mass Audubon Society: The Art of Nature: Sugaring Off, Ipswich River – 2/18/12 February Vacation Adventure Days, Ipswich River – 2/21/12 Winter Vacation: New England […]
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Posted by Mia on February 17, 2012 · Leave a Comment
Starting a business with a friend can be tricky endeavor, but it’s working for Celeste Woodside and Laura Viale of Well Within on Washington Street (between Cabots and Whole Foods). As business owners, they each balance the other’s strengths and weaknesses. In fact, it’s this collaborative culture that infuses Well Within with an integrative approach. Not only do […]
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Posted by Mia on February 16, 2012 · 1 Comment
My daughter did this last year and she loved it! It’s just a week of sleep-away camp with emphasis on art, music and/or performing arts. Your child gets to choose what to emphasize. She had the best time, and would love to go back but you are not allowed to go back-to-back years in order […]
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Posted by Mia on February 15, 2012 · 2 Comments
Would you like to meet your new neighbor? Meet Dr. Dave Oliver, a chiropractor. He hails from New Jersey but has lived in the Boston area for the past five years. A little over a year ago he took over Newton Wellness Center in Piccadilly Square in Newton Centre — you know, right above Rosenfeld’s Bagels. He also […]
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Posted by Mia on February 14, 2012 · Leave a Comment
Did you know that today, besides being Valentine’s Day, is International Book Giving Day? The mission of International Book Giving Day is to get new, used, or borrowed books in the hands of as many kids as possible. Three simple ways to participate International Book Giving Day 1. Give a Book to a Friend or Relative […]
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Posted by Mia on February 13, 2012 · Leave a Comment
My Mom Friend Meredith is starting Literacy Enrichment classes for 1st graders and advanced Kingergarteners. I met her in preschool and I think she’s terrific! ————————— What is it? Literacy Time is an enrichment program for your First Grader or academically advanced Kindergartener. I will use my 8 years of experience as an elementary and preschool teacher, […]
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Posted by Mia on February 12, 2012 · Leave a Comment
It is not too early to start looking at summer activities. Here are three events in Newton today to get you going! TeenLife LIVE! Community Service Fair & Expo – Chestnut Hill 2/12/2012 When: Sunday, February 12, 2012 From 12 – 4 PM Where: The Mall at Chestnut Hill 199 Boylston Street Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts 02467 […]
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Posted by Mia on February 10, 2012 · 10 Comments
I am quite sure that I have accidentally left off some Newton authors. If you know of any, please leave a comment and I’ll add to the list. If I’ve left off a book for a particular author, please leave a comment about that too. I didn’t do the entire body of work for prolific authors (it’s a prevent-carpal-tunnel-thing).
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