Newman PTC

Kindergarten Pumpkin Painting
2024-09-28 15:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Newman Elementary, 1155 Central Ave, Needham, MA, 02492, United States
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.
Unfortunately, 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!

PTC Meeting (Zoom) - Oct 8
2024-10-08 19:30 | MA

Candy Bar Bingo
2024-11-08 18:45 - 20:30 | Newman Elementary, 1155 Central Ave, Needham, MA, 02492, United States
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:

Skittles
Starbursts
Nerds
Sour Patch Kids
Healthier option: https://www.thatsitfruit.com/collections/shop-fruit-bars

There 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.
Questions? Please contact Allison at: newmanptcpresident@gmail.com

Winter Cookie Decorating
2024-12-15 15:00 - 16:30 | MA
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!
If 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.
Siblings are welcome; please note in your RSVP how many people from your family will be attending.
Questions? Please contact Allison at: newmanptcpresident@gmail.com

5th Grade Parents Night Out
2025-02-12 19:00 - 22:00 | Echo Bridge Restaurant, 1068 Chestnut St, Newton, MA, 02464, United States
5th grade Parents Night Out
Gather 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.
Please RSVP HERE.

5th Grade Ice Cream Social and Karaoke Party
2025-02-27 18:00 - 19:30 | Newman Elementary, 1155 Central Ave, Needham, MA, 02492, United States
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.
Please RSVP.
If 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!
Questions? Please contact 5thgrade.newman.lions@gmail.com

Glow Party
2025-03-16 14:30 - 17:00 | Newman Elementary, 1155 Central Ave, Needham, MA, 02492, United States
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.
There 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.
Please 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.
Please RSVP for your child(ren) and sign up to volunteer at the event if you are able!
Water and snacks will be available for purchase at the event with all proceeds going toward 5th Grade Activities.
Questions? Please contact Allison at: newmanptcpresident@gmail.com

5th Grade Launch Party
2025-04-02 13:30 - 15:15 | MA
5th Grade Launch Party
Calling all 5th graders to Launch (Norwood). April 2, 1:30-3:15
This 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.
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

Multicultural Festival
2025-04-06 15:00 - 17:00 | Newman Elementary, 1155 Central Ave, Needham, MA, 02492, United States
Let’s travel around the world — in the Newman cafeteria!
The Newman PTC is hosting a multicultural festival on Sunday, April 6, from 3:00-5:00 p.m.
During the month of April, Celebrate Diversity Month is a time to acknowledge and appreciate the diversity of our world.
If 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.
The PTC will provide large tri-fold poster boards for all represented countries, in addition to stickers that will be used to “stamp” passports.
All students will be given blank passport books and will get their passports stamped at each table they visit. Please RSVP here.
Questions? Please contact Allison at: newmanptcpresident@gmail.com

Mayrathon 2025
2025-05-02 09:00 - 15:00 | Newman Elementary, 1155 Central Ave, Needham, MA, 02492, United States
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!

This 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.
We need lots of volunteers to make Mayrathon a success! Please click HERE to sign up!
Questions? Please contact Allison at newmanptcpresident@gmail.com.

Spring Adult Social - 90s Vibes - 2025
2025-05-09 19:00 - 23:00 | VFW Needham, 20 Junction St, Needham, MA, 02492, United States
Let’s Throw It Back to the 90’s!
We’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!
Do 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.
Event Details:

Friday, May 9th, 2025: 7:00p.m. – 11:00p.m.
Needham VFW Hall – 20 Junction St
Cost: $50 per ticket, including mad good bites by Cappella, two hours of open bar & the Freshest of Fresh Candy Bars!
Dress Code: Break out your fly 90’s vibes. Think flannel, overalls, Steve Madden platforms, chokers, windbreakers or baggy jeans…just No Scrubs!

What to Expect:

Food and drinks, including a full open bar from 7:00-9:00p.m., and signature cocktails inspired by the decade.
Music 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!
Photo booth with totally dope props
Epic door prizes
Silent Auction using the online Bidding Owl platform. Exciting items include:

Reveler Private Tasting Party for 10
Barre 3 Private Barre Class Experience
Cappella Chef’s Tasting Dining Experience
WBZ Studio Tour & Control Room Experience for 6
Estate Planning Package with Birchgrove Law Collaborative, LLC ($1500 value!)
Birthday Party Packages fromEnergy Fitness, Science Labs, Needham Dance Theater & a gift card to BusyBee Jumpers

A special thank you to our 2025 event sponsors:

Thanks as well to the Party Planning Committee: Jenna & Mike Willits, Priyanka Khanna Bobenski, Monica MacFarlane, Lionel Desrosiers, Natasha Hiney, Sarah Walker and Allison Freedman.
Talk to the Hand if you Can’t Make It!
Questions? Auction Item to Donate? Want to Volunteer? Please contact Allison at newmanptcpresident@gmail.com.

Walk, Bike & Roll to School
2025-05-13 08:30 - 08:45 | Newman Elementary, 1155 Central Ave, Needham, MA, 02492, United States
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!
Questions? Please contact Mike at margolism5@gmail.com.

Needham Elementary Honors Music Ensembles Concert
2025-05-22 18:30 - 19:30 | Newman Elementary, 1155 Central Ave, Needham, MA, 02492, United States

5th Grade End of Year Social
2025-05-28 13:15 - 15:15 | MA
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.
This 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

5th Grade Opera
2025-06-06 10:00 - 15:00 | Newman Elementary, 1155 Central Ave, Needham, MA, 02492, United States
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).

Cancelled - Springfest at Newman 2025!
2025-06-07 15:00 - 18:00 | Newman Elementary, 1155 Central Ave, Needham, MA, 02492, United States
Cancelled – Springfest at Newman 2025!
Mother Nature is not cooperating with us, so unfortunately, our beloved annual Springfest event has been cancelled. Such a bummer! Our greatest apologies.
Questions? Please contact Allison at newmanptcpresident@gmail.com

Newman Concert - Instrumental
2025-06-09 18:30 - 19:30 | Newman Elementary, 1155 Central Ave, Needham, MA, 02492, United States

5th Grade Class Day (End of Year Celebration)
2025-06-13 13:45 - 14:30 | Newman Elementary, 1155 Central Ave, Needham, MA, 02492, United States
The date set for 5th Grade Celebration (aka Class Day) is Friday, June 13. It isn’t attached to a Community Meeting Day, but a morning of activities, a lunch and the afternoon celebration for parents and caregivers.
Celebration time 1:45-2:30pm for parents/guardians to attend. There will be some words from the principal, 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 🙂
NOTE: 5th graders should wear their class shirts.

Last Day of School Celebration
2025-06-16 15:00 - 16:30 | Newman Elementary, 1155 Central Ave, Needham, MA, 02492, United States
The PTC presents: Newman’s last day of school celebration for teachers, staff, students and their families.
Please join us on the playground from 3:00-4:30 p.m. for free shaved ice from the That’s So Cool truck, and free glitter tattoos and free hair art from Kaleidoscope Entertainment.
Please 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!
We’ll be offering the “rainbow” flavor package from That’s So Cool, which includes strawberry, banana and blue vanilla. All of the flavors are dairy-free, gluten-free and nut-free.
No tickets or check-in needed — simply come and enjoy!
(NEDP students will be brought outside at 2:30 to enjoy the festivities.)
Questions? Please contact: newmanptcpresident@gmail.com

Back to School Night
2025-09-03 18:30 - 20:00 | Newman Elementary, 1155 Central Ave, Needham, MA, 02492, United States
Back to School Night

When: Wednesday Sept 3th 6:30-8:00 pm
Where: Newman Elementary Cafeteria

Smile! It's School Picture Day.
2025-09-19 | Newman Elementary, 1155 Central Ave, Needham, MA, 02492, United States
Kids, get your smiles ready for Picture Day!
Class photos are free. You can order individual prints from Coffee Pond through the order sheet that is sent home

Pollard Project Meeting
2025-10-15 18:30 - 19:30 | Newman Elementary, 1155 Central Ave, Needham, MA, 02492, United States
Newman Media Center
For Newman Parents/Caregivers
With Dr. Gutekanst and Dr Lee

Trunk-or-Treat
2025-10-26 16:00 - 17:30 | Newman Elementary, 1155 Central Ave, Needham, MA, 02492, United States
On October 26th, the Newman community is invited to get into the Halloween spirit together.
Families and staff are invited to decorate their car trunks for Halloween. Pre-packaged candy and non-food items will be handed out to students and their siblings, who walk from vehicle to vehicle, collecting treats.
Decorated cars should park in the spots in Newman’s preschool parking lot, where the trunk-or-treat will take place. For those decorating cars, you may come to Newman as early as 2:00 p.m.
Attendees should park in the main parking lot, and you’re encouraged to dress in costume!
Trunk-or-Treat will take place from 4:00-5:30 p.m

Pumpkin Library Contest
2025-10-27 15:00 | Newman Elementary, 1155 Central Ave, Needham, MA, 02492, United States
Pumpkins due by 10/27 3pm to the Library

Family Ice Skating Night
2026-01-17 16:00 | Babson Skating Center, 150 Great Plain Ave, Wellesley, MA, 02492, United States
Bring the whole family and join the Newman community for some late afternoon ice skating! Please RSVP here.

This event is FREE
Bring your own skates or borrow a pair at Babson for FREE (supplies are limited)
Arrive as early as 3:30 p.m. to get your skates and lace up
Helmets are recommended; please bring your own
This is NOT a drop-off event; parents should stay with the children they bring
RSVP required
Please indicate in your RSVP how many people from your party will be skating

Questions? Please contact: newmanptcpresident@gmail.com
Date: 01/17/2026 (Sat.)
Time: 4:00pm – 6:00pm EDT

Vertical Rule Concert
2026-01-23 19:30 - 23:30 | Ray’s New Garden, 40 Chestnut Place, Needham, MA, 02492, United States
Join us at Ray’s New Garden for the Vertical Rule Concert –
Come see some of Newman’s Dads lay some great songs.

Chef Jaime's Pasta Dinner
2026-02-11 18:30 - 19:30 | Newman Elementary, 1155 Central Ave, Needham, MA, 02492, United States
Join us for a Pasta Dinner at Newman’s Cafeteria
Come celebrate Valentine’s Day with Newman’s own Chef Jamie. Enjoy a night off of cooking and gather with family and friends in the Newman cafeteria. Menu includes: Pasta with red sauce & cheese (ziti), Pasta with butter, Meatballs, Gluten free pasta and gluten free meatballs. Also house and caesar salads, dinner rolls with butter, and red italian ice for dessert. We will have 2 time slots available to sign up, 6:30 and 6:45pm. Cost is $10 per person with a maximum $40 per family. Please sign up for the total number of people you will bring and then pay via Venmo (@NewmanElementaryPTC) or PayPal via our website or send check/cash to school.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0549A4A728A4F8C16-60925974-valentines#/
We also need parent volunteers to help serve food, so please consider signing up. In the event of a snowstorm we will reschedule the event to Thursday February 12th (same times).
Snow date: Feb 12th

Newman's Annual Read-a-Thon
2026-03-04 08:00 - 2026-03-11 17:00 | Newman Elementary, 1155 Central Ave, Needham, MA, 02492, United States
Join Us for Newman’s Annual Read-a-thon.
March 4th – 11th, 2026
Have student’s track the time they spend reading and raise funds to give back to Newman PTC.

Author Readings
2026-03-07 08:00 - 2026-03-08 17:00 | MA
Join us for Author Readings for Newman students
March 7th & 8th
Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0549A4A728A4F8C16-61643086-newmans#/

Newman PTC Meeting with Lisa Messina
2026-03-12 18:30 - 19:30 | Newman Elementary, 1155 Central Ave, Needham, MA, 02492, United States
Please join the PTC for conversations and discussion with Needham Public School’s Directory of Literacy K-8 Lisa Messina
When: Thursday March 12th from 6:30-7:30pm
Where: Newman Media Center
Sign up here: Newman PTC: March PTC Meeting
