Oct. 12th, 2026
Welcome back from the three-day weekend! Fall has officially arrived, with crisp air and leaves turning all around us. We hope you enjoyed the mini break. Below you’ll find upcoming events, reminders, and a few new action items for the weeks ahead.
Angier PTO co-Presidents
Morgan, Jessica & Michelle
Copresidents@angierpto.org
Greensheet Editors
Deb Basu & Nisha Subramanian
greensheeteditor@gmail.com
THIS WEEK AND NEXT WEEK AT ANGIER
- Community Dinner – Saturday, October 17: We can’t wait to see everyone for an evening of good food, great company, and community connection! Enjoy grade-level appetizers at 6:00pm, small group dinners at 7:30pm, and community dessert at the Windsor Club at 9:00pm.
- STEM Night – Wednesday, October 21 (6:30-7:30): Join us for a fun evening of STEM activities in the Angier Cafeteria. Pizza will be served. Attendance is free for the whole family, but please register here.
ONGOING REMINDERS
- Get involved: Angier PTO runs on volunteers! There are many ways, both big and small, to get involved, and we hope that you’ll find ways to connect that work for your family. Sign up here to join over 75 volunteers having fun and contributing to our community! If this is your first year at Angier, this is a great way to make connections and have fun! And if you have ideas for events or programs, we’d love to hear!
- Subscribe to the PTO Calendar to see the latest schedule of PTO events. Note that this is a different calendar than the Angier Family Calendar that Dr. H sends out and includes PTO events.
- Introducing Angier Exchange – a community “pass-it-on” spreadsheet where Angier families can give away kids’ activity gear, clothing, equipment, and other gently used items they no longer need—and find things their own kids can use.Have soccer cleats that no longer fit? 5 pairs of JLDC Hip Hop shoes? Hockey gear, ski clothes, sports equipment, or camp supplies gathering dust? Click here to list it on the Exchange and let another Angier family put it to good use.
OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS
- Zoo lights-Friday, November 6: Save the date for a night at zoo lights. Come enjoy the evening with friends. We will have hot chocolate and donuts to enjoy prior to walking around to enjoy the lights. Sign up coming soon!
- PJ’s and Pancakes-Saturday, November 14 (8:00-11:00am): Grab your PJs and join us for a favorite Angier tradition! This event, where you can enjoy a cozy breakfast served up by our volunteers, is fun for the whole family. There will be pancakes, gluten-free/dairy-free waffles, and other delicious options! Registration coming soon!
A MOMENT OF GRATITUDE
- Thank you to Mary and Mark Ballengeer for treating our teachers on Friday with the woot woot cart!
COMMUNITY NEWS & CLASSIFIEDS
- Learn. Skate. Play! Get ready to hit the ice! Newton Learn to Play Hockey offers a fun and welcoming opportunity for kids to develop skating skills, learn hockey fundamentals, make new friends, and discover the joy of the game. Whether your child is just starting or looking to build confidence on the ice, this program is a great way to get involved. Register today at newtonyouthhockey.com. For questions, email learntoplay@newtonyouthhockey.com.
- Kids Naturally: Outdoor Adventures for Kids! Give your child the chance to explore, play, and connect with nature! Kids Naturally, in partnership with Newton Parks, Recreation and Culture, offers a fun, hands-on outdoor after-school program for children ages 5–12 at Nahanton Park on Wednesdays from 1:30–4:30pm. Through storytelling, imaginative play, creative activities, and nature exploration, children build confidence, independence, and friendships while enjoying time away from screens. Registration is now open! Learn more and register at Kids-Naturally.com.
- Washington Square Academy Halloween Escape RoomGet ready for a spooky adventure! Join Washington Square Academy for its annual Halloween Escape Room, a fun, interactive experience where families work together to uncover clues, solve puzzles, and crack the code! This longtime WSA tradition takes approximately one hour and is perfect for students and families. A special preview for prospective families will take place on Friday, October 30, from 5:00–7:00pm, at 64 Harvard Street, Brookline, MA. The Escape Room will open to the entire community on Halloween, Saturday, October 31. Come enjoy some Halloween fun and put your problem-solving skills to the test!
- 2026 Newton Turkey Trot on Sunday, November 22! – Kick off Thanksgiving week with the Newton Turkey Trot! The Kids 1-Mile Fun Run starts at 8:30am, followed by the 5K Run/Walk at 9:00am. Run, walk, volunteer, or come cheer! Register or volunteer at newtonturkeytrot.org. All proceeds support the Newton Food Pantry and Centre Street Food Pantry.
- Need a hand? Boston College students are available.JobsU connects BC students with Newton families for babysitting, tutoring, after-school pickup, yard work, errands, moving help and whatever else comes up. Every student is verified through their Boston College email. You choose who you want to work with and agree the rate directly with them. Over 120 students are signed up and applying to jobs. Request help at jobsu.app, or email ben@jobsu.app.
