Wellesley business spotlight: Fall 2019 music classes at Bach to Rock in Linden Square

August 20, 2019 by Deborah Brown Leave a Comment

Bach to Rock music school is now registering students for Fall 2019 programs. Kids of all ages and experience levels are welcome to rock on.

Bach to Rock‘s music classes are a combination of music fundamentals, instrument instruction, performance, and of course FUN! Our method is learning through doing — not boring lectures. There’s no experience or instruments needed (everything is already here), just the excitement and ambition to learn something new or further develop as a musician.

Bach to Rock Wellesley — Bach to Rock is the place to find real music education for your young child.

Here are just some of Bach to Rock’s programs:

Individual Lessons: The greatest hurdle in the study of music is its solitary nature. At Bach to Rock, we transform music and music lessons into a social experience, adding a strong group incentive to playing, learning, and practicing. Our methodology transforms music into a team sport, adding healthy competition and personal interaction.

Group Classes: Students learn how to play their instrument in a stimulating team-based environment. The healthy camaraderie and competition that results motivates students to practice and improve quickly. This approach leads to well-rounded musicianship and prepares students to perform in a variety of ensembles/bands or as soloists.

Ages 5 – 7: Bach to Rock is the place to find real music education for your young child. Through dynamic musical and movement-based activities, exposure to live instruments and musically inspired story-time, budding young musicians gradually develop the skills needed to read music, play simple rhythms and develop fine motor control skills.

Bach to Rock
Linden Square
200 Linden Street, Unit A
Wellesley, MA 02482
Phone: 781-943-3944
Email: [email protected]

Stop by our Open House

Saturday, 8/24, noon – 2pm.

Stop in for a snack and get a tour of the studios, meet instructors, and find out which class is right for your musician.

Wellesley Business Buzz: LF closing; NRO hops from one square to another; basketball stars bounce into town; upcoming author visits; girls golf clinic

August 19, 2019 by Deborah Brown Leave a Comment

Farewell to LF

lf stores, Wellesley Fashionistas who dare to be different will have to to do their LF Stores shopping online, as the 7-year old Wellesley Square business is closing down its bricks and mortar location at 25 Central Street. Store manager Elise Rosen said, “We are closing on September 5 in Wellesley and will be focusing more on our online business. We have another location on Newbury Street, and that one will close sometime in October.”

NRO moves from Wellesley Square to Linden Square

North River Outfitters is Not Remaining Open at 35 Central Street in Wellesley Square, where it has had a presence since 2014, but have no fear. The shop that offers classic men’s and women’s apparel is hopscotching from Wellesley Square over to Linden Square, where it will continue to supply shoppers with all their preppy clothing needs. Look for the store to open soon in the storefront next to Magic Beans.

Basketball all-stars hoop it up at LINX

Former Boston Celtics player Brian Scalabrine, with LINX campers.

LINX campers got the all-star treatment this summer. Former Boston Celtics player Brian Scalabrine along with former professional player Justin Wingard were on hand to teach basketball fundamentals and have fun with the kids.

As Basketball Coordinator, Wingard focused on teaching every aspect of the game of basketball. “A key thing that motivates our campers is competition for spirit points and the bragging rights that you get from winning a drill or game. Everyone wants to be the best,” Wingard said.

LINX Wellesley, Basketball — Basketball Coordinator, Wingard focused on fundamentals and players’ mental development.

Scalabrine coached LINX campers for two fun, high energy summer camp weeks. His hands-on expert instruction, humor and enthusiasm for all things camp helped make him a favorite with both the kids and staff.

“Basketball camp is something that I look forward to every summer.” Scalabrine said. “I love working with kids who want to work hard and care about improving their skills. We work hard and play hard at LINX Camps. The counselors and I also have fun while teaching kids the importance of doing things the right way, on and off the court.”

Wellesley author visits

Wellesley Books will host the following authors in September:

9/5 Karl Marlantes – “Deep River” [TICKETED]
9/11 Peter Zheutlin – “The Dog Went Over the Mountain: Travels with Albie: An American Journey” [RSVP]
9/12 Diane Stelfox Cook – “So Many Angels: A Family Crisis and the Community That Got Us Through It” [FREE]
9/13 Garrett M. Graff – “The Only Plane in the Sky: An Oral History of 9/11” [FREE]
9/14 Nandini Bajpai – “A Match Made in Mehendi” [FREE]
9/21 Joan Cohen – “Land of Last Chances” [FREE]
9/28 Lisa Rogers – “16 Words: William Carlos Williams and ‘The Red Wheelbarrow'” [FREE]

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Girls gotta golf

nehoiden golf course caution sign Do you know a girl who would be interested in learning, or enhancing, her golf skills? Nehoiden has been selected by the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) as an inaugural site for the Girls Golf Extravaganza on September 6 – 8. Join us for this fun weekend designed specifically for girls. We will focus on game-based learning where girls will learn the FUNdamentals of golf organized around the LPGA’s Five E’s and get on-course to play golf. Learn more at NehoidenGolf.com/JuniorGolf (Sponsored content.)

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Join World of Wellesley for third annual Community Gathering fun

August 17, 2019 by admin 1 Comment

The World of Wellesley is excited to invite all Boston and Wellesley families and friends to join in the fun at the 3rd annual Community Gathering on Sunday, August 25th. All Boston and Wellesley families and friends are invited to celebrate the start of school. Come and give a special welcome to all the new Boston families and a big welcome back to our Boston friends.

World of Wellesley, Community Gathering — World of Wellesley Community Gathering, 2018. Photo credit: World of Wellesley

This FREE event brings the entire community together for fun, music, games and refreshments. Meet new friends before the school year begins!

WHEN: Sunday, August 25, 2019

TIME: 2pm – 4pm

WHERE: Warren Park Playground, 90 Washington Street, Wellesley

RSVP here

The World of Wellesley will provide refreshments

Questions or comments email [email protected] or 781.591.9435 (text or call)

Make your own telescope at the Wellesley Free Library, August 19

August 12, 2019 by admin Leave a Comment

Wellesley moon gazing Join the Wellesley Free Library on Monday, August 19, 7pm – 8:30pm in the Craft Room, when special guest Piyush Khopkar from the NASA/JPL Solar System Ambassador Program will visit. He will share an astronomer’s passion and knowledge with us while we make our very own telescope to do some superior moon gazing. Learn about the properties of a telescope, put one together, and test it out. Make your own moon magnet, and more. All materials will be provided by the library. Registration required starting August 12. Space is limited. 4th grade and up.

MORE: Museum of Science Traveling Planetarium at Wellesley Library on August 15

Wellesley Theatre Project presenting Bright Star for limited engagement

August 12, 2019 by admin Leave a Comment

Wellesley Theatre Project (WTP) presents Bright Star, a sweeping tale of love and redemption set against a backdrop of the American South in the 1920s and ’40s, on Aug. 15 and 16 at 7pm and Aug. 17 at 2pm. All performances will take place at the The Katherine L. Babson Auditorium at Wellesley High School, located at 50 Rice St, Wellesley.  Tickets are priced $15 for adults and $10 for students and seniors, and may be purchased online at http://wellesleytheatreproject.org in advance, or at the door for $18 for adults and $12 for students and seniors.

bright star theatre production — Margo (Molly Gandler) and Billy Cane (Danny O’ Leary) Photo Credit: Sandy Sandwich Productions

Inspired by a real event, and featuring the Grammy-nominated score by Steven Martin and Edie Brickell, Bright Star tells the story of literary editor Alice Murphy, who meets a young soldier just home from World War II who awakens her longing for the child she once lost. Haunted by their unique connection, Alice sets out to understand her past – and what she finds has the power to transform both of their lives.

Bright Star features a cast of 30 students between the ages of 13 and 18.

Wellesley Theatre Project is an arts academy and a Wellesley nonprofit devoted to providing students (PreK – 12th Grade) with the opportunity to study and experience theatre and performing arts through year round classes, staged productions, workshops and summer camps.

For more information about Bright Star or other Wellesley Theatre Project classes and productions, please visitwww.wellesleytheatreproject.orgor call 781- 235-1550.