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SUMMARY:5th Grade End of Year Social
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the end of an era with your fellow classmates. This event is paid for by the 5th grade activity fee. More details to follow. \nThis is an early-release Wednesday and the party will start around 1pm\, exact time TBD. A responsible adult must be on site at all times for this event. If you need help setting up a carpool for your child/ren please reach out to 5thgrade.newman.lions@gmail.com 
URL:https://newmanptc.org/event/5th-grade-end-of-year-social25
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:5th grade,students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T193000
DTSTAMP:20260408T052918
CREATED:20250505T170840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T170840Z
UID:3770-1747938600-1747942200@newmanptc.org
SUMMARY:Needham Elementary Honors Music Ensembles Concert
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://newmanptc.org/event/needham-elementary-honors-music-ensembles-concert
LOCATION:Newman Elementary\, 1155 Central Ave\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:4th grade,5th grade,parents-guardians,students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T084500
DTSTAMP:20260408T052918
CREATED:20250501T171932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T171932Z
UID:3745-1747125000-1747125900@newmanptc.org
SUMMARY:Walk\, Bike & Roll to School
DESCRIPTION:Newman’s spring Walk\, Bike & Roll to School Day has been rescheduled to Tuesday\, May 13th. Stickers and bookmarks will be handed out to kids as they arrive at school\, and we’ll have a visit from Officer Rocket\, too! \nQuestions? Please contact Mike at margolism5@gmail.com.
URL:https://newmanptc.org/event/walk-bike-roll-spring25
LOCATION:Newman Elementary\, 1155 Central Ave\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:1st grade,2nd grade,3rd grade,4th grade,5th grade,Kindergarten,students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250509T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250509T230000
DTSTAMP:20260408T052918
CREATED:20241205T225430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T232906Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Adult Social - 90s Vibes - 2025
DESCRIPTION:Let’s Throw It Back to the 90’s!\nWe’re throwing it back to the era of grunge\, boy bands\, mix tapes\, and burned CD’s for a 90’s-themed Adult Spring Social & Fundraiser event! Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with nostalgia\, fun\, and fundraising\, all in support of the Newman Elementary School PTC. It is an event not to be missed…As If! \nDo not walk\, do the Running Man to grab your tickets today! Click the “Get Tickets” button on the left to purchase tickets\, and new this year\, follow our Event Page for Attendee List & Additional Info.  \nEvent Details:\n\n\nFriday\, May 9th\, 2025: 7:00p.m. – 11:00p.m.\nNeedham VFW Hall – 20 Junction St\nCost: $50 per ticket\, including mad good bites by Cappella\, two hours of open bar & the Freshest of Fresh Candy Bars!\nDress Code: Break out your fly 90’s vibes. Think flannel\, overalls\, Steve Madden platforms\, chokers\, windbreakers or baggy jeans…just No Scrubs!\n\nWhat to Expect:\n\n\nFood and drinks\, including a full open bar from 7:00-9:00p.m.\, and signature cocktails inspired by the decade.\nMusic from the one & only DJ Hevan\, spinning your favorite 90’s hits. Trust us\, he is Too Legit To Quit! Get ready to dance the night away!\nPhoto booth with totally dope props\nEpic door prizes\nSilent Auction using the online Bidding Owl platform. Exciting items include:\n\nReveler Private Tasting Party for 10\nBarre 3 Private Barre Class Experience\nCappella Chef’s Tasting Dining Experience\nWBZ Studio Tour & Control Room Experience for 6\nEstate Planning Package with Birchgrove Law Collaborative\, LLC ($1500 value!)\nBirthday Party Packages fromEnergy Fitness\, Science Labs\, Needham Dance Theater & a gift card to BusyBee Jumpers\n\n\n\n\n\nA special thank you to our 2025 event sponsors: \n \n \n \n \n\n \nThanks as well to the Party Planning Committee: Jenna & Mike Willits\, Priyanka Khanna Bobenski\, Monica MacFarlane\, Lionel Desrosiers\, Natasha Hiney\, Sarah Walker and Allison Freedman. \nTalk to the Hand if you Can’t Make It! \nQuestions? Auction Item to Donate? Want to Volunteer? Please contact Allison at  newmanptcpresident@gmail.com.
URL:https://newmanptc.org/event/adult-social-2025
LOCATION:VFW Needham\, 20 Junction St\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:1st grade,2nd grade,3rd grade,4th grade,5th grade,Kindergarten,parents-guardians
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250502T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250502T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T052919
CREATED:20250407T123745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T192837Z
UID:3685-1746176400-1746198000@newmanptc.org
SUMMARY:Mayrathon 2025
DESCRIPTION:Newman’s annual fun run – Mayrathon – is coming up on Friday\, May 2nd! This special event encourages activity\, sportsmanship\, community and Newman spirit\, in addition to supporting a special cause! \n \nThis year’s Mayrathon will support the Needham Community Council. The Council’s food pantry serves 370 households\, including 233 kids. There are two ways to give: you can donate granola bars to the food pantry between April 16th and Mayrathon; donations can be dropped off in the bin by the Newman front office. Or you can scan the Council’s Venmo QR code in the flyer below to make a donation. \nWe need lots of volunteers to make Mayrathon a success! Please click HERE to sign up! \nQuestions? Please contact Allison at newmanptcpresident@gmail.com.
URL:https://newmanptc.org/event/mayrathon-2025
LOCATION:Newman Elementary\, 1155 Central Ave\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:1st grade,2nd grade,3rd grade,4th grade,5th grade,Kindergarten,parents-guardians,students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250406T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250406T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T052919
CREATED:20240811T225608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240811T225608Z
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SUMMARY:Multicultural Festival
DESCRIPTION:Let’s travel around the world — in the Newman cafeteria! \nThe Newman PTC is hosting a multicultural festival on Sunday\, April 6\, from 3:00-5:00 p.m. \nDuring the month of April\, Celebrate Diversity Month is a time to acknowledge and appreciate the diversity of our world. \nIf you are willing to host a table\, representing your country of origin\, please sign up. You may bring in music\, food\, books\, clothing\, photographs\, art\, or anything else representitive of your culture. \nThe PTC will provide large tri-fold poster boards for all represented countries\, in addition to stickers that will be used to “stamp” passports. \nAll students will be given blank passport books and will get their passports stamped at each table they visit. Please RSVP here. \nQuestions? Please contact Allison at: newmanptcpresident@gmail.com
URL:https://newmanptc.org/event/multicultural-festival2025
LOCATION:Newman Elementary\, 1155 Central Ave\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:1st grade,2nd grade,3rd grade,4th grade,5th grade,Kindergarten,parents-guardians,students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T151500
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CREATED:20250209T155359Z
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UID:3284-1743600600-1743606900@newmanptc.org
SUMMARY:5th Grade Launch Party
DESCRIPTION:5th Grade Launch Party\nCalling all 5th graders to Launch (Norwood). April 2\, 1:30-3:15 \nThis is an early release Wednesday. Check-in is from 1:00-1:30 p.m. and the event ends at 3:15 p.m. This event is included in with the 5th grade activity fee. \nA responsible adult must be on site at all times for this event. If you need help setting up a carpool for your child/ren please reach out to 5thgrade.newman.lions@gmail.com 
URL:https://newmanptc.org/event/5th-grade-launch-party
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:5th grade
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250316T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250316T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T052919
CREATED:20240811T225110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240811T225646Z
UID:2922-1742135400-1742144400@newmanptc.org
SUMMARY:Glow Party
DESCRIPTION:The Newman PTC is bringing back the beloved glow dance party for another year!  There will be a DJ\, interactive games\, dancing\, glow party favors\, free raffles\, and\, of course\, a PHOTO BOOTH! Raffles and glow party favors will be available in the Newman cafeteria. Please enter the event through the cafeteria doors. The dancing and photos will take place downstairs in the Newman gymnasium. \nThere will also be a “quiet room” set up in the staff lounge (just off of the cafeteria)\, filled with arts & crafts and board games\, for students who wish to take a break from the loud music and bright lights. \nPlease note: This event is for Newman students only. No older or younger siblings\, please. Drop-off is not recommended as many students also run out to the school playground\, and the PTC simply cannot keep eyes on everyone. If you choose to drop off your child(ren)\, the PTC is not responsible. \nPlease RSVP for your child(ren) and sign up to volunteer at the event if you are able! \nWater and snacks will be available for purchase at the event with all proceeds going toward 5th Grade Activities. \nQuestions? Please contact Allison at: newmanptcpresident@gmail.com
URL:https://newmanptc.org/event/glow-party2025
LOCATION:Newman Elementary\, 1155 Central Ave\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:1st grade,2nd grade,3rd grade,4th grade,5th grade,Kindergarten,parents-guardians,students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T193000
DTSTAMP:20260408T052919
CREATED:20250209T153936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T130501Z
UID:3273-1740679200-1740684600@newmanptc.org
SUMMARY:5th Grade Ice Cream Social and Karaoke Party
DESCRIPTION:Fifth graders are invited to a night of ice cream\, karaoke\, games and FUN on Thursday\, February 27th at 6:00pm in the Newman Cafeteria! Please note\, this is not a drop-off event – a parent or caregiver must stay with the children they bring. This event is for 5th graders only; we cannot accommodate siblings. \nPlease RSVP. \nIf your child has allergies or dietary restrictions\, please email 5thgrade.newman.lions@gmail.com so we can ensure that there are safe ice cream treats available for everyone! \nQuestions? Please contact 5thgrade.newman.lions@gmail.com
URL:https://newmanptc.org/event/5th-grade-ice-cream-social25
LOCATION:Newman Elementary\, 1155 Central Ave\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:5th grade,students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T220000
DTSTAMP:20260408T052919
CREATED:20250209T152101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250209T152102Z
UID:3268-1739386800-1739397600@newmanptc.org
SUMMARY:5th Grade Parents Night Out
DESCRIPTION:5th grade Parents Night Out\nGather with other 5th grade parents at Echo Bridge Restaurant in Newton for a fun\, casual night out! There will be a cash bar and food menu available. \nPlease RSVP HERE. 
URL:https://newmanptc.org/event/5thgrade-pno2025
LOCATION:Echo Bridge Restaurant\, 1068 Chestnut St\, Newton\, MA\, 02464\, United States
CATEGORIES:5th grade,parents-guardians
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T163000
DTSTAMP:20260408T052919
CREATED:20240811T223841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240811T225920Z
UID:2913-1734274800-1734280200@newmanptc.org
SUMMARY:Winter Cookie Decorating
DESCRIPTION:The PTC presents its inaugural winter sugar cookie decorating party! Please join us in the Newman cafeteria on Sunday\, December 15\, from 3:00-4:30 p.m. We’ll provide the supplies and the fun; just bring your smiling faces! \nIf you feel more comfortable bringing your own cookies (due to allergies) you are absolutely welcome to do so. All sugar cookies that the PTC will provide are individually wrapped and nut-free. \nSiblings are welcome; please note in your RSVP how many people from your family will be attending. \nQuestions? Please contact Allison at: newmanptcpresident@gmail.com
URL:https://newmanptc.org/event/winter-cookie-decorating2024
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:1st grade,2nd grade,3rd grade,4th grade,5th grade,Kindergarten,parents-guardians,students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241108T184500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241108T203000
DTSTAMP:20260408T052919
CREATED:20240811T223335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240811T230020Z
UID:2908-1731091500-1731097800@newmanptc.org
SUMMARY:Candy Bar Bingo
DESCRIPTION:The PTC presents BINGO…with a twist! You’ll be able to win candy as prizes! What could be better?…Please note: There will be fruit bar choices available\, too. Principal Jessica Peterson will be the emcee for our November 8th event. All prize options will be nut-free. These will be the choices: \n\nSkittles\nStarbursts\nNerds\nSour Patch Kids\nHealthier option: https://www.thatsitfruit.com/collections/shop-fruit-bars\n\nThere will likely be multiple winners per game. There will be two time slots to accommodate as many Newman families as possible. This free event will be tons of fun for all ages. Please RSVP here. \nQuestions? Please contact Allison at: newmanptcpresident@gmail.com
URL:https://newmanptc.org/event/candy-bar-bingo2024
LOCATION:Newman Elementary\, 1155 Central Ave\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:1st grade,2nd grade,3rd grade,4th grade,5th grade,Kindergarten,parents-guardians,students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241008T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241008T193000
DTSTAMP:20260408T052919
CREATED:20240811T230550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T032142Z
UID:2946-1728415800-1728415800@newmanptc.org
SUMMARY:PTC Meeting (Zoom) - Oct 8
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://newmanptc.org/event/ptc-meeting-oct-8
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:1st grade,2nd grade,3rd grade,4th grade,5th grade,Kindergarten,parents-guardians
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240928T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240928T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T052919
CREATED:20240813T135651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240813T135922Z
UID:2965-1727535600-1727542800@newmanptc.org
SUMMARY:Kindergarten Pumpkin Painting
DESCRIPTION:The PTC has set aside funding for each grade to plan their own activities this year. All Newman kindergartners are invited to a pumpkin decorating party on Saturday\, September 28\, from 3-5 p.m. in the Newman cafeteria! Please RSVP so we can plan accordingly. \nUnfortunately\, we cannot accommodate siblings at this event. Questions can be sent to Erin Ray edonovan18@gmail.com or Rachel Gilson rachellgilson@gmail.com. Hope to see you all there!
URL:https://newmanptc.org/event/k-pumpkin-painting2024
LOCATION:Newman Elementary\, 1155 Central Ave\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kindergarten,students
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240928
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241007
DTSTAMP:20260408T052919
CREATED:20240811T222145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240811T222145Z
UID:2898-1727481600-1728259199@newmanptc.org
SUMMARY:Shoott Photos Newman PTC Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Capture memories with your loved ones at the Charles River Peninsula while raising money to support the Newman Elementary School PTC. For every purchase\, Shoott will donate $20; For every full gallery purchase\, Shoott will donate $40*. Book your sitting here. Promo code: NEWMANPTC \n\nNo sitting fee\nPay only for the photos you want starting at $25 each. The more you buy the more you save.
URL:https://newmanptc.org/event/shoott-photos-newman-ptc-fundraiser
LOCATION:Charles River Peninsula
CATEGORIES:1st grade,2nd grade,3rd grade,4th grade,5th grade,Kindergarten,parents-guardians,students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240826T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240826T210000
DTSTAMP:20260408T052919
CREATED:20240514T171701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T193036Z
UID:2768-1724695200-1724706000@newmanptc.org
SUMMARY:Back to School Outdoor Movie Night
DESCRIPTION:Who is ready for some good old-fashioned fun? \nThe Newman PTC is hosting an outdoor movie night for the entire Newman community on Monday\, August 26. Playing on the big screen will be “IF” (PG\, 2024.) \nFree bags of popcorn (assorted flavors) will be handed out\, courtesy of the PTC. \nWe’ll be partnering with Sweet Tomatoes Pizza. They will be on site at Newman to grill up some pizzas for us! 10% of all sales that evening will be donated back to the Newman PTC. Below is what the menu will be: \n\nSlice of cheese: $3\nSlice of pepperoni: $4\nMini cheese pizza (10″): $12\nMini pepperoni pizza (10″): $13\nMini veggie pizza (10″): $14\nMini GF cheese pizza (10″): $14\nWater & soda: $2\nLemonade: $3\nMovie candy: $3\nWhoopie pies: $3\nCookies: $3\nGF Rice Krispie treats: $3\nCash or Venmo will be accepted by Sweet Tomatoes.\n\nThere will be a red carpet and a step and repeat (large photo backdrop) to be used for event photography. (Any paparazzi out there want to help with photos? Please email Allison at: newmanptcpresident@gmail.com) \nThe big event will take place in the field behind the school. We cannot start the movie until it is dark enough — likely around 7:15/7:30 p.m. \nFeel free to come as early as 6:00 to order your dinner\, grab a spot on the grass\, lay out your blankets\, and eat! Please RSVP here. \nWe are hoping this will be a nice way to bring people together just ahead of the 2024-25 school year! \nPlease note: Parks & Rec has asked that no bug spray or sunscreen be sprayed on the grass. Please apply on the pavement before heading down to the field.
URL:https://newmanptc.org/event/back-to-school-outdoor-movie-night
LOCATION:Newman Elementary\, 1155 Central Ave\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:1st grade,2nd grade,3rd grade,4th grade,5th grade,Kindergarten,parents-guardians,students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240811T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240811T110000
DTSTAMP:20260408T052919
CREATED:20240625T190726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T190726Z
UID:2865-1723368600-1723374000@newmanptc.org
SUMMARY:Incoming 1st Graders Playdate
DESCRIPTION:The Newman PTC is hosting a playground playdate for all incoming Newman 1st graders! \nThe event will take place on Sunday\, August 11\, from 9:30-11:00 a.m. at the Newman playground. \nThis is a chance for your child to reconnect with friends and make new ones within the Newman community! \nFreeze pops will be provided. \nRSVP here \nQuestions? newmanptcpresident@gmail.com
URL:https://newmanptc.org/event/incoming-1st-graders-playdate
LOCATION:Newman Elementary\, 1155 Central Ave\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:1st grade,parents-guardians,students
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240728T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240728T110000
DTSTAMP:20260408T052919
CREATED:20240514T171048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T171729Z
UID:2762-1722159000-1722164400@newmanptc.org
SUMMARY:Kindergarten Play Date
DESCRIPTION:Come meet your new best friends and enjoy some popsicles! You will also be able to pick up your “Welcome to Newman” lawn signs.
URL:https://newmanptc.org/event/kindergarten-play-date2024
LOCATION:Newman Elementary\, 1155 Central Ave\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kindergarten,parents-guardians,students
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T163000
DTSTAMP:20260408T052919
CREATED:20240515T131533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T131533Z
UID:2793-1718290800-1718296200@newmanptc.org
SUMMARY:Newman's Last Day of School Celebration
DESCRIPTION:All Newman students in grades K-5 should stop by the welcome table (at the event) to grab their FREE ticket for the ice cream truck! No tickets necessary for the balloons and face paint. (Any additional ice cream will be available for purchase.) \nStudents who are part of NEDP on June 13 will be taken out to enjoy the festivities at 2:30 p.m. \nPlease note: The last day of school is a half day for students with a dismissal time of 12:40 p.m. To avoid interference with teacher and staff goodbyes\, and the bus and drivelines\, we specifically chose this later time. Students can go home\, have some lunch\, and then come back to celebrate the start of summer!
URL:https://newmanptc.org/event/last-day-of-school-celebration2024
LOCATION:Newman Elementary\, 1155 Central Ave\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T124000
DTSTAMP:20260408T052919
CREATED:20240514T162006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T162006Z
UID:2754-1718267400-1718282400@newmanptc.org
SUMMARY:Last Day of School!
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://newmanptc.org/event/last-day-of-school
LOCATION:Newman Elementary\, 1155 Central Ave\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:1st grade,2nd grade,3rd grade,4th grade,5th grade,Kindergarten,students
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240611T134500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240611T144500
DTSTAMP:20260408T052919
CREATED:20240514T160931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T142301Z
UID:2749-1718113500-1718117100@newmanptc.org
SUMMARY:5th Grade Class Day (End-of-Year Celebration)
DESCRIPTION:The date set for 5th Grade Celebration (aka Class Day) is June 11.  It isn’t attached to a Community Meeting Day\, but a morning of activities\, a lunch and the afternoon celebration for parents. \nWe have set 1:45pm as the celebration time for parents to attend.  There will be some words from the principal\, two songs from the 5th graders\, and we are planning other pieces to be shared by students. There will also be a slideshow. There won’t be any diplomas for 5th grade 🙂 \nNOTE: 5th graders should wear their class shirts.
URL:https://newmanptc.org/event/5th-grade-class-day2024
LOCATION:Newman Elementary\, 1155 Central Ave\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:5th grade,parents-guardians,students
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240610T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240610T193000
DTSTAMP:20260408T052919
CREATED:20240514T154256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T154344Z
UID:2744-1718044200-1718047800@newmanptc.org
SUMMARY:Newman Spring Instrumental Concert
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://newmanptc.org/event/newman-spring-concert2024
LOCATION:Newman Elementary\, 1155 Central Ave\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:3rd grade,4th grade,5th grade,parents-guardians,students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240607T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240607T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T052919
CREATED:20240514T153405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T153405Z
UID:2739-1717754400-1717772400@newmanptc.org
SUMMARY:5th Grade Opera
DESCRIPTION:The 5th grade class will be performing an opera on June 7th. There will be two performances to choose from: 10am or 2pm (adults only\, please; students will have the opportunity to see the show with their classes).
URL:https://newmanptc.org/event/5th-grade-opera2024
LOCATION:Newman Elementary\, 1155 Central Ave\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:5th grade,parents-guardians
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T180000
DTSTAMP:20260408T052919
CREATED:20231221T215221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T201552Z
UID:2263-1717254000-1717264800@newmanptc.org
SUMMARY:Springfest 2024
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for Springfest 2024 at Newman Elementary School in Needham\, MA. \nNewman’s annual carnival\, put on by the Newman PTC\, is one of the school’s most popular and long standing family events. You’ll be able to enjoy: \n\nMechanical rides\nInflatables\nCarnival water game (with prizes!)\nMusical cakes\nFREE sand art\, clay art\, ‘casts’ and rock painting\nFREE face painting\nSal’s pizza food truck\nCotton candy\, popcorn\, snow cones and lemonade\nAnd\, more!\n\n  \nAdmission is free\, and this event is open to the public. Tickets for rides\, inflatables\, games and carnival food will be available for purchase at the event. \nThe food truck will not take tickets. You must pay for the pizza separately. \nSpringfest at Newman is sponsored by Code Wiz\, Munroe Morrow Wealth Management and The Shulkin Wilk Group.
URL:https://newmanptc.org/event/springfest-2024
LOCATION:Newman Elementary\, 1155 Central Ave\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:1st grade,2nd grade,3rd grade,4th grade,5th grade,Kindergarten,parents-guardians,students
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240531
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240601
DTSTAMP:20260408T052919
CREATED:20240514T152114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T142402Z
UID:2735-1717113600-1717199999@newmanptc.org
SUMMARY:Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Field Day Volunteers Needed!\n\nNewman’s annual Physical Education Field Day is coming up on Friday\, May 31! This event provides our K-5 students with the opportunity to try a variety of fun activities that promote health and fitness. Our day is based on student choice\, focusing on active participation (rather than on simply winning/losing)\, and application of skills learned in PE throughout the school year. \nVolunteers make our Field Day a success! Volunteers are needed to monitor each station activity\, assist and encourage students\, put a sticker on the tag of each student who attempts the activity\, and to be willing to have some FUN (more detailed information for volunteers to come soon!). \nThe students will be participating during different blocks of time on Friday\, May 31 (rain date: Monday\, June 3). The schedule will be as follows: \n\n9:15 – 10:30 – Grades K and 1\n10:45 – 12:00 – Grades 4 and 5; Note: 5th graders should wear their class shirts!\n1:15 – 2:30 – Grades 2 and 3\n\nIf you are ready\, willing\, and able to volunteer\, please fill out the volunteer form by Friday\, May 24. Thank you in advance to all volunteers – we can’t do it without you! \nYours in Wellness\, \nCraig Brenhiser\, Jim Everhart and Kerri Smith
URL:https://newmanptc.org/event/field-day
LOCATION:Newman Elementary\, 1155 Central Ave\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:1st grade,2nd grade,3rd grade,4th grade,5th grade,Kindergarten,parents-guardians,students
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T131500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T151500
DTSTAMP:20260408T052919
CREATED:20240514T151750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T151750Z
UID:2723-1716988500-1716995700@newmanptc.org
SUMMARY:5th Grade End-of-Newman Party
DESCRIPTION:Fifth Grade Families – let’s celebrate the last half-day of the school year with a party for our 5th graders! Pizza lunch\, snacks and water will be provided. We will have music\, dancing\, games and more! Please click HERE to RSVP. \nUnfortunately\, we will not be able to accommodate siblings. This is not a drop-off event. We will need caregivers to stay and be responsible for the 5th graders they bring. If you need support with rides or are interested in volunteering\, please email 5thgrade.newman.lions@gmail.com. \nThis event is funded through your 5th grade activities fee – thank you. We look forward to seeing you for a fun time for our 5th graders!
URL:https://newmanptc.org/event/5thgrade-end-party24
LOCATION:VFW Needham\, 20 Junction St\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:5th grade,students
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T193000
DTSTAMP:20260408T052919
CREATED:20240514T145442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T180545Z
UID:2718-1716489000-1716492600@newmanptc.org
SUMMARY:Newman Art Show & Book Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join Ms. Johnson and Ms. Carpenter in celebrating your artist. Please plan to attend the Newman Elementary K-5 Art Show with your child and enter through the cafeteria doors. \nBook fair in the library to follow (7-8pm).
URL:https://newmanptc.org/event/newman-art-show
LOCATION:Newman Elementary\, 1155 Central Ave\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:1st grade,2nd grade,3rd grade,4th grade,5th grade,Kindergarten,parents-guardians,students
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T230000
DTSTAMP:20260408T052919
CREATED:20240305T205435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240517T174027Z
UID:2320-1716058800-1716073200@newmanptc.org
SUMMARY:Spring Adult Social - Newman Night Fever - 2024
DESCRIPTION:The event will take place on Saturday\, May 18\, 2024 from 7-11 p.m. at the Village Club in Needham.\n \nLet’s celebrate our awesome Newman community with a parents’ & caregivers’ night out! Enjoy food\, drinks and dancing with friends old and new at this not to be missed event. This will sell out again so get your babysitter now! Optional Disco theme attire encouraged. \nTickets are $25 per person\, which includes light bites\, sweet treats and entertainment. A cash bar and silent auction/PTC fundraising opportunities will also be available. If the price of tickets is prohibitive\, subsidized tickets are available by confidentially contacting Newman Lead Secretary Susan Eyler at susan_eyler@needham.k12.ma.us. \nThe photo booth will be sponsored by The Samantha Eisenberg Group (a Newman mom!) and we’re looking for additional sponsors for the dessert bar and DJ. By becoming one of our sponsors\, you will be helping the Newman PTC to foster the growth and development of our students through curriculum grants and enrichment programs\, field trips\, author visits\, and more. There are sponsorship levels to fit all budgets! Reach out if you’d like to discuss. \nVolunteers are needed in multiple capacities to make this event a success! Please check out all of the options to contribute your time & skills HERE! Can’t make it to the event but would still like to donate your wonderful fundraising expertise? Feel free to reach out\, all help is appreciated! \nPlease email Stefanie with any questions: newmanptcvicepresident@gmail.com
URL:https://newmanptc.org/event/spring-adult-social-2024
LOCATION:The Village Club\, 83 Morton St\, Needham\, MA\, 02494\, United States
CATEGORIES:1st grade,2nd grade,3rd grade,4th grade,5th grade,Kindergarten,parents-guardians
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240503
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240504
DTSTAMP:20260408T052919
CREATED:20240403T234248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240406T213432Z
UID:2494-1714694400-1714780799@newmanptc.org
SUMMARY:Mayrathon 2024
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for Mayrathon 2024\, which will be run on Friday\, May 3rd (with a rain date of May 17.)  \nThe Mayrathon is Newman’s annual fun run and encourages activity\, sportsmanship\, community and Newman spirit\, in addition to raising money for a special cause.  \nThis year’s Mayrathon will honor the rededication of the Eastman Conservation Area located behind the Newman School. The money collected will be used to purchase benches along the Newman Trail which runs through the Eastman Conservation Area.  \nThis year marks the 50th anniversary of its dedication in honor of Tom Eastman\, a science education and Director of Science for the Needham Public Schools from 1967 until his death in 1973.  \nDr. Eastman was instrumental in the development of the 35-acre nature study and conservation area. In addition to his passion for education and the environment\, Tom Eastman was committed to training the next generation of scientists and had a profound influence on many in the community. This conservation site was named in his honor with the goal of continuing his work to make this a better world!  \nThe Newman Trail is enjoyed by many Needham residents\, and is primarily used by elementary students across town as a part of the science curriculum. It is a particularly special space for Newman students to enjoy nature and the outdoors any time of the year. Families are encouraged to donate by scanning the Newman PTC PayPal QR code (please include a note in PayPal that your donation is for Mayrathon 2024)\, or by writing a check to the “Newman PTC.” Checks can be mailed to the PTC at 1155 Central Ave. Needham\, MA\, 02492. Please include a note on checks\, as well\, that your donation is for Mayrathon 2024. We encourage students to spend some time over break “training” for the Mayrathon by getting outdoors\, having fun and being active! Spectators are welcome to come to Newman to watch the students run\, and cheer them on. The Mayrathon will take place on the running track behind the school.  \nThe schedule is as follows:  \n9:15 AM – 1st Grade\n10:00 AM – 5th Grade\n10:55 AM – 2nd Grade\n11:45 AM – Kindergarten\n1:30 PM – 3rd Grade\n2:15 PM – 4th Grade \nPlease have your child(ren) wear sneakers\, appropriate clothing (Newman Spirit Wear is encouraged!) and sunscreen. Students should bring water bottles; water jugs and paper cups will also be available. Popsicles will be provided!  \nSign up to volunteer! \nThank you for your participation and support!  \nQuestions? Please contact Mayrathon parent coordinators Abby and Chen at: newmanmayrathon@gmail.com
URL:https://newmanptc.org/event/mayrathon2024
LOCATION:Newman Elementary\, 1155 Central Ave\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:1st grade,2nd grade,3rd grade,4th grade,5th grade,Kindergarten,parents-guardians,students
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T151500
DTSTAMP:20260408T052919
CREATED:20240324T194531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240324T194559Z
UID:2420-1713965400-1713971700@newmanptc.org
SUMMARY:5th Grade Party at Launch Norwood
DESCRIPTION:5th Grade families\, join us on Wednesday\, April 24th for an Early Release Day Party at Launch Norwood! Please RSVP: 5th Grade Launch Party. \nThis is a FREE event for all 5th graders and includes socks\, snacks and water! We will be the only ones at Launch and everything will be open except for the Arcade. \nThis is not a drop-off event; parents/caregivers need to stay and be responsible for the 5th graders they bring. We are not able to accommodate siblings. \nIf you have questions or need support with a ride for your 5th grader\, please contact 5thgrade.newman.lions@gmail.com.
URL:https://newmanptc.org/event/5th-grade-party-at-launch-norwood
LOCATION:Lauch Norwood\, 570 Providence Hwy\, Norwood\, MA\, 02062\, United States
CATEGORIES:5th grade,students
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