Category Archives: Other

Newton Food Pantry BIPOC Volunteer Opportunities

Posted on May 16, 2021 by Newton PTO Council in Community Notes, Education/Enrichment, Events, Other, Summer for , , |
Are you a member of the Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) community? Your help is needed at the Newton Food Pantry! Do you want to be a part of a local nonprofit that helps countless residents every week … Continue reading →

Parents of Special Education Students Transitioning to Brown Middle School

Posted on May 16, 2021 by Newton PTO Council in Community Notes, Education/Enrichment, Events, Other for |
Please join a parent Zoom meeting. This is an opportunity for parents whose children are receiving special education services (IEP/504 Plan) to ask questions about what student life is like at Brown Middle School – programs, activities, accommodations, communication with … Continue reading →

Yoga for Gardeners – Waltham Fields Community Farm

Posted on May 16, 2021 by Newton PTO Council in Advertisements, Community Notes, Education/Enrichment, Events, Other, Summer for , , |
Calling all green thumbs! Are you looking forward to the summer’s bounty? Is your body ready for it? This class is open to all gardeners, and no yoga experience is necessary. Join Cathleen O’Connell of Artemis Yoga for a gentle … Continue reading →

Discovery Club: An After School Experience

Posted on May 16, 2021 by Newton PTO Council in Advertisements, Community Notes, Education/Enrichment, Other for |
Registration is now open for Discovery Club! One-stop shop for educational, high-energy expert-led enrichment activities including swim, art, dance, sports, STEM as well as Jewish celebrations, values and fun for grades K-5! Transportation available from select schools. To learn more … Continue reading →

Weekend & Holiday camping

Posted on May 16, 2021 by Newton PTO Council in Advertisements, Community Notes, Other for , , |
Weekend & Holiday camping is now available at Rocky Woods Reservation in Medfield. Rocky Woods has 15 ‘walk-in’ campsites designed for the entire family, with boating, fishing, and miles of trails to explore. If you’re looking to get the kids … Continue reading →

Run the 125th Boston Marathon as an official entrant!

Posted on May 9, 2021 by Newton PTO Council in Community Notes, Education/Enrichment, Events, Other, Sports for , , |
Join the John M. Barry Boys and Girls Club’s team as a charity runner and receive professional coaching and fundraising support. Check this off your “bucket list” while supporting more than 700 Newton children and teens at the same time. … Continue reading →

South Stage’s Upcoming Silent Auction

Posted on May 9, 2021 by Newton PTO Council in Advertisements, Community Notes, Events, Other for , , |
In conjunction with South Stage’s upcoming production of Chicago, the annual silent auction will be held from May 15-22! Please us by donating items for the auction, or soliciting businesses to help through Playbill ads or donations. Consider donating unused … Continue reading →

Nominations are now OPEN for the 2021 Newton SEPAC Special Educator Virtual Awards!

Posted on May 9, 2021 by Newton PTO Council in Community Notes, Education/Enrichment, Events, Other for , , |
Here’s how the 2021 “Virtual” Awards will work: Families will submit nominations using the Google Form Each nominee will receive the text of the nomination in an email The email to each nominee will also include messages of thanks from … Continue reading →

Now accepting nominations: NFP Teen Ambassador Program (TAP)

Posted on May 9, 2021 by Newton PTO Council in Community Notes, Education/Enrichment, Other for , |
Currently seeking community-minded, motivated teens to apply for the Teen Ambassador Program (TAP). This selective year-long program offers middle and high school students the opportunity for personal growth while serving the greater good in the Newton community. Accepted teens serve … Continue reading →

Mental Health: Continuing the Conversation

Posted on May 2, 2021 by Newton PTO Council in Community Notes, Education/Enrichment, Events, Other for , , |
Join Mayor Fuller, Samaritans Inc., and Families for Depression Awareness to learn more about suicide prevention, recognizing depression and bipolar disorder, and the important work being done to reduce the stigma of mental health issues in our community. Register online … Continue reading →