Category Archives: Events

West Suburban YMCA reimagines annual fundraiser event

Posted on October 11, 2020 by Newton PTO Council in Advertisements, Community Notes, Events, School Breaks, Sports for , , |
A Fall season without the YMCA Fundraiser would be  ‘Inconceivable’ so the West Suburban YMCA will host a reimagined version of their signature fall fundraiser event, inviting the community to enjoy a drive-in movie in the Y’s parking lot and … Continue reading →

Halloween Window Decorating Event

Posted on October 4, 2020 by Newton PTO Council in Advertisements, Community Notes, Education/Enrichment, Events, Other for , |
The 2020 Newton Halloween Window Decorating Event, now in its 21st year, will look a little different this fall but still remains a wonderful tradition in Newton, providing a safe and fun opportunity for Newton area students, as well as … Continue reading →

Newton SEPAC Open Board Meetings

Posted on October 4, 2020 by Newton PTO Council in Community Notes, Education/Enrichment, Events, Other for , , |
Please note below the dates for Newton SEPAC Open Board Meetings for the 2020/21 school year. Meetings will be held via zoom, at 7:00pm on the following dates. Meeting reminders, including zoom info and agenda will be announced and posted … Continue reading →

7th annual Newton Turkey Trot 5K Virtual Edition

Posted on October 4, 2020 by Newton PTO Council in Advertisements, Community Notes, Education/Enrichment, Events, Other, Sports for , , |
In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, this year’s race will support the Newton Turkey Trot mission while at the same time adhering to local and federal guidelines around social distancing. There will not be a traditional race day, runners will … Continue reading →

Historic Newton’s Homestead Hayfest Goes Online!

Posted on October 4, 2020 by Newton PTO Council in Community Notes, Education/Enrichment, Events, Other for , , |
The annual Homestead Hayfest, a FREE family-friendly day of 19th century activities and crafts will go online this year! Visit Homestead Hayfest anytime during the week of October 7th – 14th for online exhibits about what life was like in … Continue reading →

Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration!

Posted on October 4, 2020 by Newton PTO Council in Community Notes, Education/Enrichment, Events, Other for , , |
Join fellow Newtonians for the first ever Indigenous Peoples Day Newton Celebration! We live on the homelands of the Massachusett Tribe. Today, Massachusett people live throughout the state, country and world. Indigenous Peoples Day is a great chance to learn … Continue reading →

Fundraiser for Horizons for Homeless Children

Posted on October 4, 2020 by Newton PTO Council in Community Notes, Education/Enrichment, Events, Other for , , |
Please join Horizons for Homeless Children at their annual fall event which will be hosted virtually. Horizons’ mission is to alleviate the stress and trauma of homelessness on children and families by providing access to early education, opportunities for play, … Continue reading →

Youth Races to Support Newton Athletes Unlimited

Posted on September 27, 2020 by Newton PTO Council in Community Notes, Education/Enrichment, Events, Other, Sports for , , |
The virtual edition of the annual Paddy’s Road Race will take place from October 16th – 18th this year. This great race benefits Newton Athletes Unlimited, a non-profit that provides therapeutic recreation opportunities for children and adults with disabilities. In … Continue reading →

New Kid Author Jerry Craft!

Posted on September 27, 2020 by Newton PTO Council in Community Notes, Education/Enrichment, Events for , |
Newbery Award and Coretta Scott King Award-winning author/illustrator Jerry Craft takes us behind the scenes of his bestselling graphic novel New Kid and the upcoming Class Act. Join in on Zoom as Jerry gives tweens and their families a look … Continue reading →

Events leading up to award-winning author/illustrator Jerry Craft’s Virtual Visit

Posted on September 27, 2020 by Newton PTO Council in Community Notes, Education/Enrichment, Events, Other for , |
Newton Free Library will provide lead-up events to the virtual visit from the Newbery and Coretta Scott King Award-winning author/illustrator Jerry Craft which include book clubs, a comic workshop, and a New Kid Trivia Night for grades 5 to 8. … Continue reading →