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Newton Inspires October 27, 2011

Newton Schools Foundation presents
An Evening of Ideas and Community
Thursday October 27, 7-9 p.m.
At Newton North High SchoolNewton Schools Foundation
We are thrilled you are interested in attending Newton Inspires: An Evening of Ideas and Community when prominent Newtonians share their passions. read more »

Step Up To The Plate - November 6, 2011

Looking for a memorable Saturday night? It's not too late. Have dinner with a luminary, leader in their field, or local celebrity. Step Up to the Plate, an annual evening of elegant dinner parties hosted in the area's most beautiful homes to benefit The Second Step, will take place on Saturday, November 5 - just three weeks away! Purchase tickets now to reserve your spot at a dinner party.

2011 CELEBRITY SPEAKERS:
• Larry Bacow, past president of Tufts University
• Ty Burr, film critic for The Boston Globe
• Martha Coakley, Massachusetts Attorney General
• Richard Conrad, world-renowned baritone
• Keith Dresser, senior editor of Cook's Illustrated Magazine read more »

Understanding Our Differences 2011 Gala - Oct 16, 6:30 p.m.

Celebrating People Who Make a Difference: Please join us as we honor Understanding Our Difference’s retiring executive director Beth Mendel and all our volunteer speakers on Sunday, October 16, at 6:30pm at the Brae Burn Country Club in Newton. Featured speakers include Steven Rothstein, President, Perkins School for the Blind, and Steve Grossman, Treasurer of Massachusetts. For ticket information or more information on the Understanding Our Differences program, visit www.UnderstandingOurDifferences.org.

New Repertory Theatre on Tour at the Newton Free Library

The New Repertory Theatre on Tour will present Mark Twain's "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" at the Newton Free Library on Saturday, October 1, 2:00 p.m.
in Druker Auditorium. Recommended for ages 12 and up.

Check Out Newton Parks and Rec's Fall Programs

Newton Parks and Recs

  • Nahanton Park Nature Programs, Golf, Fencing, and Ice Skating Lessons.
  • We are starting a new program at the Lower Falls Community Center for 
    babies and toddlers, Imagination Play Nation, for Wednesday or Friday 
    mornings. If interested, please call 617-796-1525.
  • The Newton Farmer's Market runs through the end of October. Visit us on Tuesdays at Cold Spring Park 1:30-6p or Friday's at Post 440 12-5p.
  • Free Volleyball Clinic at the JCC for women 18+. Starting October 24th and November 7th. League play begins November 14th. Teams and individual players welcome.
  • For more information on these programs and Adult Programs including Yoga Tai Chi, and Boot Camp call 617-796-1500. 
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  Go http://www.newtonma.gov/parks/ to register for our fall  

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FALL ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN

Newton Cultural Center, 225 Nevada Street, Newton.

Time for Partners registration is now open for the fall - for children 18 months to 4 years with an adult partner. Music and art every day with experienced teachers in a stimulating and nurturing environment. An opportunity to meet new friends while building self confidence and sharing successes. Visit  www.newtonculturalcenter.org  or call 617-527-8283 for more information.    

CALLING ALL NEWTON'S 5TH GRADERS

COME JOIN US FOR MUSIC, GAMES, AND MORE!
7:00-9:00 PM  $7  $ Snacks & Drinks Available $
Hyde Community Center 90 Lincoln Street, Newton Highlands
2011:    9/16            10/14             11/4              12/2
2012:    1/6           2/3         3/2           4/13           5/4         6/11 read more »

Fun and adventure await in Cub Scouting

Fun and adventure await in Cub Scouting, where boys get a chance to do all sorts of great activities with friends, like building and racing pinewood derby cars, roasting hot dogs around the campfire, and being part of a team. Cub Scouting aims kids in the right direction, building their confidence through activities and helping them learn leadership skills. Newton Cub Scout Packs meet at the following locations: Union Church, Waban; Sacred Heart School, Newton Center; Temple Reyim, West Newton; Myrtle Baptist Church, West Newton; Our Lady Help of Christians, Newtonville; Second Church, West Newton. For more information visit www.BeAScout.org or www.ktc-bsa.org.

Public Health Advisory: Recreational Activities and the Risk of Mosquito-Borne Diseases

CONTACT: DORI ZALEZNIK, MD
(617) 796-1420

Public Health Advisory: Recreational Activities and the Risk of Mosquito-Borne Diseases
September 6, 2011

September means back-to-school activities, including the resumption of school-related outdoor sports, and while the weather is good, more barbecues and other outdoor recreational activities. However, September is also an active time for mosquito-borne diseases, including West Nile virus (WNV) and eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) virus infection. The peak time for transmission of these viruses is generally in late summer and early fall. read more »

Food Allergies in Young Adults

Sept. 21: FOOD ALLERGIES IN COLLEGE

Oct. 18: Young Adults with Food Allergies

FOOD ALLERGIES in COLLEGE:
Planning for Campus Life
A regional forum for
HIGH SCHOOL JUNIORS & SENIORS and their PARENTS
Wed., Sept. 21, 2011 at 7:00 p.m.

Learn about and discuss:
Eating on campus
Dorm and social life
School health services
Tips for visiting and choosing a college

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YOUNG ADULTS with Food Allergies
Tuesday, Oct. 18 at 7:00 p.m.

A forum for people ages 18-30 to discuss the social, emotional and practical issues of living independently with food allergies. read more »