Category Archives: School Breaks

Students of all instruments are welcome to join Renaissance Camp for a 4-day, February 21-24, 9 am to 3 pm fun filled musical experience! Singers, are welcome, too. Renaissance Camp will explore this historical period via music with additional enrichment classes in dance, calligraphy, and costumes by creating a real live “tableau” of the Renaissance. Advanced players can join in court music and folk music of the Renaissance, as well as a “novice” program on recorder or voice.

Two groups: Ages 6-9 or 10-14. $335. For more info and registration: Sachiko Isihara , 617-964-4522 or www.suzukinewton.org or sachiko@suzukinewton.org

Rhythmic Dreams, a quality afterschool rhythmic gymnastics program for girls located on Washington Street in West Newton, is offering three days of fun, challenge and learning for girls ages 5 to 12 during February vacation.  The daily 9:00 am-1:00 pm schedule will include ballet, dance, flexibility and strength instruction, and lots of fun with ribbons, hoops, balls and ropes!  You can choose one, two or three days.  The cost is $40 per day or $100 for all three days.  For more information or to register, please call 617-233-4493 or email info@rhythmicdreams.com.  Don’t wait, space is limited!

• Family Movie Day and Night at the West Newton Cinema Feb 21 & 22, 2012
  Special $6.00 price includes a MOVIE, POPCORN, and SODA. See The Muppets or Alvin & the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked. Tickets will be sold on the day of the event at the West Newton Cinema at 1296 Washington St. This is a very popular event and tickets may sell out. Ticket sales will begin at 10:00 AM for the Movie Day on Tuesday and Wednesday with movies starting at 11:00 AM. Ticket sales will begin at 4:15 PM for the Movie Night on Tuesday with movies starting at 6:15 PM.
• For Children in Grades K – 6 at the Newton Centre Hut Feb 21 – 24, 2012
  It’s like summer camp in the winter. Participate in sports, arts and crafts, inside games and more. Each day features a special event including a Movie Day, Sports Party, Dance Party and Portable Planetarium. Sign up by day or for all 4 days. Standard Day 8:30–3:30 PM, extended day 8:15-5:30 PM. $45.00 per day or $160.00 for all 4 days (add $12.50/day for extended day)
• For Children in Grades K – 3 at Burr Park Feb 21 – 24, 2012
  Enjoy an exciting field trip each day including Cosmic Bowling, Chuck E Cheese, CoCo Key, and Plaster Fun Time. Sports, arts and crafts, and inside games are offered before or after the field trips. Sign up by day or for all 4 days. Standard Day 8:30 AM–3:30 PM $45.00* per day or $175.00 for all 4 days *Thursdays cost is $60.00
• For Children in Grades 3 – 6 at the Lower Falls Community Center Feb 21 – 24, 2012
  Enjoy an exciting field trip each day including Chunky’s Cinema, Glow Golf, Amesbury Sports Park and Chuck E Cheese. Sports, arts and crafts, and inside games are offered before or after the field trips. Sign up by day or for all 4 days. Standard Day 8:30 – 3:30, extended day 8:15 – 5:30. $45.00* per day or $175.00 for all 4 days (add $12.50/day for extended day) *Thursday is $60.00

Play a variety of sports including basketball, floor hockey, soccer and more all in a relaxed, fun atmosphere.  Located at Pelligrini Park.  Be sure to bring a snack and lunch.   $45.00 per day or full week: Half Day program for ages 5 – 7 @$120.00 ($130.00 non residents) and Full Day program for ages 7 – 12 @ $162.00 ($170.00 non residents).

Register online at www.activityreg.com. Contact Newton Parks and Recreation at 617-796-1500 or go to our website at www.newtonma.gov/parks for more information.

Grades K-6, Escape to Madagascar at the New Art Center. Join us during this exciting week filled with creative art and inspired learning. Escape with us to the island of Madagascar, off the coast of Africa! From lemurs, giant baobab trees, and cultural richness of the Malagasy people, to the amazing biodiversity of its wildlife; this vacation week will give us plenty of inspiration to paint, draw, sculpt and create rich, colorful pieces of art! Register before January 31, and get 10% off tuition! Tuition $270 (4 days), siblings $255. Early drop off and extended day options available. For more information or to register: www.newartcenter.org. Questions? Call 617-964-3424.
 

Teen Day Program & Teen Afternoon Ceramics Program for Grades 7-10. Especially designed for teens who love art and want to move to the next level, our classes in Ceramics, Painting/Drawing, and Sculpture/Mixed Media, are taught by professional art educators who help teens develop and hone their skills. Small class sizes and highly individualized projects make this an excellent option for teens who want more out of their vacation week. All skill levels are welcome. Register before January 31, and get 10% off tuition! Tuition $295 (4 days), siblings $280. Early drop off and extended day options available. For more information or to register: www.newartcenter.org. Questions? Call 617-964-3424.