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Newton Child Care Commission and Fund

Phone: 
617-332-6723

Location

225 Nevada Street Room 123
Newton, MA, 02460-1212
Email: 

newtonccc@gmail.com

Website: 

www.newtonchildcare.org

Organization's Mission: 
The Newton Child Care Commission‘s mission is to facilitate the development of and access to quality child care for the Newton community. The Commission serves as a resource for parents to identify and evaluate child care programs that meet their unique needs and is available to child care providers as a resource for trends and policies in the community. Finally, the charge of the Commission is to review, establish and advocate for priorities and policies concerning the full range of child care, from infant, toddler, and preschool programs to programs serving school age children.
Hours of operation (or meeting times & dates): 
Monday through Friday 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
How to get involved/application guidelines and procedures: 
Contact the office by phone or e-mail. For the 'lottery scholarship' program, submit an application by mail, e-mail, or fax (617-332-1846).
Contact Person: 
Stuart Cleinman
Scholarships available: 
Yes
Charge for services: 
No
Vouchers accepted: 
No
Transportation provided: 
No
Community Meeting Space Available: 
Yes
Number of people served each year: 
51-250
Other information: 
NCCC&F offers a Single Parent Support Group in addition to a 'Lottery Scholarship' program. Child Care resource and referral services are available to parents and providers at all times.

League of Women Voters Newton

Mailing Address: 
P.O. Box 610207 Newton, MA 02461
Phone: 
617-964-0014

Location

P.O. Box 610207
Newton, MA, 02461
Email: 

info@lwvnewton.org

Website: 

http://www.lwvnewton.org

Organization's Mission: 
Our Mission and Roles The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan, multi-issue, grassroots political organization encouraging the informed and active participation of citizens in government. It influences public policy through education and advocacy. It never supports or opposes any political parties or candidates. The League takes action on selected matters of government concern that its membership has studied. The League of Women Voters of Newton (LWVN) is a local League of the League of Women Voters of Massachusetts (LWVMA) and the League of Women Voters of the United States (LWVUS). Established in 1920, the League is a unique activist network that derives its strength from the energy and commitment of more than 100,000 members and supporters nationwide. We invite and encourage all citizens of voting age to join us! The League of Women Voters has two separate and distinct roles: Voters Service/Citizen Education: we present unbiased nonpartisan information about elections, the voting process, and issues. Action/Advocacy: we are also nonpartisan, but, after study, we use our positions to advocate for or against particular policies in the public interest.
Hours of operation (or meeting times & dates): 
Topic Meetings: 2nd Wednesday of each month (not summer) 11:30 AM-1:30 PM @ NewTV Studios, conference room
How to get involved/application guidelines and procedures: 
http://www.lwvnewton.org/join.php
Other information: 
LWVN Candidates Debates for 2009 General Election: Thursday, October 1 7-8:30 PM at Lasell College, deWitt Hall - Mayoral: Tuesday, October 13 4:00 - 5:00 at NewTV - Alderman-at-Large, Ward 7: Tuesday, October 13 5:00 - 6:00 at NewTV - Alderman-at-Large, Ward 5: Tuesday, October 13 6:00 - 7:00 at NewTV - Alderman-at-Large, Ward 1: Sunday, October 18 12:30- 1:15 PM, at NewTV - School Committee, Ward 2: Sunday, October 18 1:15-2:00 PM, at NewTV - School Committee, Ward 4: Sunday, October 18 2:00-2:45 PM, at NewTV - School Committee, Ward 6: Sunday, October 18 2:45-3:30 PM, at NewTV - School Committee, Ward 7: Sunday, October 18 3:30-4:15 PM, at NewTV - School Committee, Ward 8: Monday, October 19 7:00-7:45 PM, at NewTV - School Committee, Ward 5: Monday, October 19 7:45-8:30 PM, at NewTV - Ward Alderman, Ward 5: Monday, October 19 8:30-9:15 PM, at NewTV - Ward Alderman, Ward 6:

League of Women Voters Newton

Mailing Address: 
P.O. Box 610207 Newton, MA 02461
Phone: 
617-964-0014

Location

P.O. Box 610207
Newton, MA, 02461
Email: 

info@lwvnewton.org

Website: 

http://www.lwvnewton.org

Organization's Mission: 
Our Mission and Roles The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan, multi-issue, grassroots political organization encouraging the informed and active participation of citizens in government. It influences public policy through education and advocacy. It never supports or opposes any political parties or candidates. The League takes action on selected matters of government concern that its membership has studied. The League of Women Voters of Newton (LWVN) is a local League of the League of Women Voters of Massachusetts (LWVMA) and the League of Women Voters of the United States (LWVUS). Established in 1920, the League is a unique activist network that derives its strength from the energy and commitment of more than 100,000 members and supporters nationwide. We invite and encourage all citizens of voting age to join us! The League of Women Voters has two separate and distinct roles: Voters Service/Citizen Education: we present unbiased nonpartisan information about elections, the voting process, and issues. Action/Advocacy: we are also nonpartisan, but, after study, we use our positions to advocate for or against particular policies in the public interest.
Hours of operation (or meeting times & dates): 
Topic Meetings: 2nd Wednesday of each month (not summer) 11:30 AM-1:30 PM @ NewTV Studios, conference room
How to get involved/application guidelines and procedures: 
http://www.lwvnewton.org/join.php
Other information: 
LWVN Candidates Debates for 2009 General Election: Thursday, October 1 7-8:30 PM at Lasell College, deWitt Hall - Mayoral Tuesday, October 13 4:00 - 5:00 at NewTV - Alderman-at-Large, Ward 7 Tuesday, October 13 5:00 - 6:00 at NewTV - Alderman-at-Large, Ward 5 Tuesday, October 13 6:00 - 7:00 at NewTV - Alderman-at-Large, Ward 1 Sunday, October 18 12:30- 1:15 PM, at NewTV - School Committee, Ward 2 Sunday, October 18 1:15-2:00 PM, at NewTV - School Committee, Ward 4 Sunday, October 18 2:00-2:45 PM, at NewTV - School Committee, Ward 6 Sunday, October 18 2:45-3:30 PM, at NewTV - School Committee, Ward 7 Sunday, October 18 3:30-4:15 PM, at NewTV - School Committee, Ward 8 Monday, October 19 7:00-7:45 PM, at NewTV - School Committee, Ward 5 Monday, October 19 7:45-8:30 PM, at NewTV - Ward Alderman, Ward 5 Monday, October 19 8:30-9:15 PM, at NewTV - Ward Alderman, Ward 6

Carroll Center for the Blind

Phone: 
617.969.6200

Location

770 Centre St
Newton, MA, 02458
Email: 

info@carroll.org

Website: 

http://www.carroll.org

Organization's Mission: 
The Carroll Center serves the needs of blind and visually-impaired persons by providing rehabilitation, skills training, and educational opportunities to achieve independence, self-sufficiency, and self-fulfillment and by educating the public regarding the potential of persons who are blind and visually-impaired. Established in 1936, the Center has pioneered innovative methods for blind persons to gain independence in their homes, in class settings, and in their work places. New and evolving technologies, combined with time-tested adaptive methods, individualized instruction, and personalized therapies developed by the Carroll Center staff, have provided thousands of blind and vision impaired persons with diverse opportunities for success and independent living.
How to get involved/application guidelines and procedures: 
Please visit our website: http://www.carroll.org
Contact Person: 
Dina Rosenbaum
Scholarships available: 
Yes
Transportation provided: 
Yes
Community Meeting Space Available: 
Yes
Number of people served each year: 
501-1000

WarmLines

Phone: 
617-244-INFO

Location

225 Nevada St
Newton, MA, 02460
Email: 

info@warmlines.org

Website: 

http://www.warmlines.org

Organization's Mission: 
WarmLines is a non-profit organization that has provided parenting education and support to families in the Greater Boston area since 1978. Several WarmLines programs are free of charge, others are fee-for-service, and financial assistance is available. WarmLines is a subsidiary of The Massachusetts School of Professional Psychology (MSPP).
Other information: 
New Mothers Groups New Babies/New Moms are daytime gatherings of first time mothers of infants up to 6 months. This is an opportunity to ask questions, share experiences, and get support from one another and a professional facilitator. Leaders of these groups all have advanced degrees in Social Work, Education, or Psychology. Groups consist of 8-12 participants who meet for six weeks. Groups are free of charge. New Parents Groups New Babies/New Parents are evening gatherings of first time mothers and fathers of infants up to 6 months. This is an opportunity to ask questions, share experiences, and get support from one another and a professional facilitator. Leaders of these groups all have advanced degrees in Social Work, Education, or Psychology. Groups consist of 16 participants who meet for eight weeks. A light supper is served. Stipends are available for child care and transportation. Groups are free of charge, thanks to a grant from the MA Children’s Trust Fund. Music Stay-and-Play Make music and friends, too. WarmLines welcomes children from 3 mos to 3.5 years, each with an adult partner, to join a music educator for a 45-minute class followed by a 30-minute free play period. Weekday mornings. Fall/Winter and Winter/Spring sessions. Fee. Child Care Connection If you're looking for Family Day Care, Child Care Centers, Toddler Programs, Preschools, Transition Classes, Kindergartens, or Afterschool Programs in Allston/ Brighton, Belmont, Brookline, Needham, Newton, Waltham, Watertown, Wellesley, and Weston, WarmLines can assist in your search. Fee assistance available. Day Camp Connection: WarmLines can help find the summer program you need. An extensive database includes general and specialty camps in the Metro Boston area. You can specify age, location, hours, transportation, and more. Receive up-to-date information on programs. Fee assistance available. Newton Preschool Guide This popular guide to part-day programs can help you explore preschool options within Newton. Contains information on hours, fees, program philosophy, physical space, extended day and summer options, transition classes, and much more. Guidelines for visiting and choosing a preschool are included. Fee, Location WarmLines is located in the Newton Cultural Center at 225 Nevada Street in Newtonville MA. Groups and classes are held in a large sunlit activity room. There is plenty of free parking, a large park with playground equipment, and handicap accessibility.

Cabot After School, Inc.

Phone: 
617-964-2749

Location

229 Cabot Street
Newtonville, MA, 02460
Email: 

lee_guertin@newton.k12.ma.us

Website: 

www.cabotafterschool.org

Organization's Mission: 
Our mission is to offer a nurturing environment for children in kindergarten through fifth grade. Our staff strives to provide a sense of community for children and their families and helps to foster friendships in a relaxed, fun, and structured program. CASP compliments the public school learning experience by offering children plenty of physical exercise as well as creative outlets in the arts.
Hours of operation (or meeting times & dates): 
12:30-6:00 M-F (Follow the NPS Calendar) 8:15-5:45 P.M. T-F (February/April School Vacations)
How to get involved/application guidelines and procedures: 
Applications are distributed to current families and incoming kindergarten students who have requested an application in April of the preceeding academic year. Families who are not currently enrolled can call to request an application.
Contact Person: 
Lee Guertin
Scholarships available: 
Yes
Charge for services: 
Yes
Vouchers accepted: 
Yes
Transportation provided: 
No
Community Meeting Space Available: 
No
Number of people served each year: 
51-250
Other information: 
CASP only accepts students who attend the Cabot Elementary School in Newtonville, Massachusetts.

Bernice B. Godine Early Learning Center at the Leventhal-Sidman JCC

Phone: 
617-558-6422

Location

333 Nahanton Street
Newton, MA, 02459
Email: 

jcc-elc@jccgb.org

Website: 

www.jccearlylearning.org

Organization's Mission: 
The Bernice B. Godine Early Learning Center is committed to education your child in a vibrant, engaging environment with Jewish values at the core. We nurture children, embrace families, mentor teachers, and in evrey way possible bring out the best in your children. Gym, swimming and music are part of some programs. We are NAEYC accredited. Other preschool locations in Acton, Brookline/Brighton, Hingham, Sharon and Wayland.
Hours of operation (or meeting times & dates): 
Full day and part day programs. Feel week and part week programs. Full year and school year programs available. Early drop off and extended day options.
How to get involved/application guidelines and procedures: 
Call 617-558-6422 or email newton-elc@jccgb.org.
Contact Person: 
Sara Kahana, Center Director
Scholarships available: 
Yes
Charge for services: 
Yes
Vouchers accepted: 
Yes
Transportation provided: 
No
Number of people served each year: 
51-250

Jewish Community Centers of Greater Boston Summer Programs and Camps

Phone: 
617-558-6522

Location

333 Nahanton Street
Newton, MA, 02459
Email: 

membership@jccgb.org

Website: 

http://www.jccgb.org/camps

Organization's Mission: 
When school’s out, the fun begins! The JCC day, overnight and specialized camps and programs provide a fun, safe and nurturing Jewish environment for learning new skills, developing self-confidence, and making new friends. All camps are open to the entire community. Camps include the JCC Grossman Camp, a day camp at the Hale Reservation in Westwood; JCC Maccabi Camp Kingswood, an overnight camp in southern Maine; Kaleidoscope Creative Arts and Science Camp at the Leventhal-Sidman JCC in Newton; weekly sports camps (tennis, baseball, soccer, basketball, swimming, golf, adventure/rock climbing, trapeze/circus arts) at the JCC; and summer programs for our youngest campers and preschoolers.
Hours of operation (or meeting times & dates): 
<p>Day camps, overnight camps.&nbsp; Camp hours vary by program.</p>
How to get involved/application guidelines and procedures: 
<p>Contact information for each individual camp can be found at <a href="http://www.jccgb.org/camps">www.jccgb.org/camps</a></p>
Contact Person: 
Mark Sokoll, President of Jewish Community Centers of Greater Boston
Scholarships available: 
Yes
Charge for services: 
Yes
Vouchers accepted: 
Yes
Transportation provided: 
Yes
Number of people served each year: 
over 1000
Other information: 
<p>All JCC&nbsp;camps and summer programs are open to the entire community.</p>

Leventhal-Sidman Jewish Community Center

Phone: 
617-558-6522

Location

333 Nahanton Street
Newton, MA, 02459
Email: 

membership@jccgb.org

Website: 

http://www.lsjcc.org

Organization's Mission: 
Get healthy and fit, learn new skills, meet friends and make connections at the Leventhal-Sidman JCC in Newton. The JCC is open to the entire community. From our expansive, top rate fitness center, summer camps and Early Learning Center preschool to our professional art studios and widely recognized performing arts programs, the JCC offers a wide array of programs for all ages. Fitness offerings include an indoor and outdoor pool, free group fitness classes, indoor track, premium locker rooms, expansive weight training and cardio areas, 20 personal trainers, private pilates studio, and highly successful onsite weight loss program. Children enjoy our Magic Ark Children's Series performances from national touring companies and our Jewish Theatre of New England and Boston Jewish Book Fair bring in nationally know entertainers, writers and performers.
Hours of operation (or meeting times & dates): 
Mondays-Thursdays 5:30am-10pm; Fridays 5:30am-6pm; Saturdays 7am-7pm; Sundays 7am-8:30am
How to get involved/application guidelines and procedures: 
For membership, contact 617-558-6411 or membership@jccgb.org.
Contact Person: 
Mark Sokoll, President of Jewish Community Centers of Greater Boston
Scholarships available: 
Yes
Charge for services: 
Yes
Vouchers accepted: 
Yes
Transportation provided: 
Yes
Community Meeting Space Available: 
Yes
Number of people served each year: 
over 1000
Other information: 
The JCC is open to the entire community.

The Barry L. Price Rehabilitation Center, Inc.

Mailing Address: 
<p>The Barry L. Price Rehabilitation Center, Inc.</p> <p>130 Rumford Ave</p> <p>Newton, MA 02466</p>
Phone: 
617.244.0065

Location

38 Border Street
West Newton, MA, 02465
Website: 

www.barrypricecenter.org

Organization's Mission: 
<p>The Price Center supports people with developmental disabilities by encouraging personal growth in the community through social, living, and work experiences that respect the individual preference and diversity.</p>
Hours of operation (or meeting times & dates): 
<p>Monday - Friday 8am to 4pm</p>
Contact Person: 
Justin Sallaway
Scholarships available: 
No
Charge for services: 
Yes
Vouchers accepted: 
No
Transportation provided: 
Yes
Number of people served each year: 
51-250
Other information: 
<p>The Price Center is dedicated to providing supports to maximize community integration, safety, well being, dignity, rights, and individual choices. Program goals are to enhance current skills and encourage greater independence and control, while facilitating postive social relationships within the community.</p> <p>The Price Center is a non-profit organization that continues to collaborate with other community resources to help broaden the impact of our work and extend the scope of our services.</p>