Dallin Digest Newsletter

Summer Reading at the Robbins and Fox Libraries

9/13/2024 7:06 am

We had an amazing Summer Reading program at the Robbins and Fox Libraries this summer!
 
1,184 kids signed up for the program
6,717 total hours read (and reported)
1,610 free books given to those who participated in summer reading
(1,184 sign ups and 426 who registered completing at least 10 hours of reading)

Reported by Pam Watts, Head of Children's Services, Robbins Library
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Arlington EATS

9/13/2024 7:05 am

September is Hunger Action Month, a nationwide campaign led by Feeding America. As part of the month-long campaign, Arlington EATS is partnering with Food Link and the Arlington Libraries to raise awareness and inspire action.

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AEF Fundraiser with Wicked Bagel

9/13/2024 7:04 am

Who: WICKED BAGEL for AEF fundraiser
When: BOTH weekend days of Sept 28th and 29th
Time: 7am-2pm
What: Buy One Dozen Bagels (they freeze amazingly!) and 50% of proceeds goes to Arlington Education Foundation 
HOW: ONLINE ORDERS ONLY: WickedBagelArlingtonEd Fundraiser
PROMO CODE: ARLINGTONED

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Outdoor Afternoon Playgroup

9/13/2024 7:03 am

A second grader and parent are interested in starting a regular afternoon playgroup in a nearby wooded area on Wednesdays or Fridays afternoons. The goal would be for the kids to be able to engage in free play and exploration. We’re looking for collaborators!

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Girls(+) in Motion

9/13/2024 7:02 am

ACE invites 4th and 5th graders to join Girls (+) in Motion , a non-competitive running program that inspires active lifestyles, friendships, and the confidence that comes from working toward and achieving goals. We meet twice a week for fun and energizing sessions that build physical and mental endurance and prepare us for an optional 5K road race that we will run as a team on Saturday, November 23 (details upon registration). Please note: This program is inclusive of individuals identifying as transgender, non-binary, and gender nonconforming. Boys (+) in Motion will be offered in the spring.

$215*

Register here: https://arlington.ce.eleyo.com/course/5474/youth-running-2024-2025/girls-in-motion

Practices begin the week of September 23, details online.

*Tuition assistance is available for most classes for qualifying Arlington residents. Visit https://www.arlingtoncommunityed.org/tuition-assistance/ for details and to apply.

 

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Cheerleader for a Day

9/13/2024 7:01 am

Are your students looking for a fun night of cheerleading with a varsity team?

Kids ages 5-12 can spend the evening with Arlington Catholic High School Cheerleaders on Friday, October 11, 2024, from 3:45pm to 7pm!

This “Cheerleader For A Day” event costs $60 and includes a cheer clinic, dinner, shirt, and bow. All proceeds will benefit the ACHS cheerleading team.

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Try LAX with Arlington Youth Lacrosse

9/13/2024 7:00 am

Arlington Youth Lacrosse is sponsoring free "Try Lax" clinics at Robbins Farm Park on 9/29 and 10/6. See arlingtonlax.org for more details.

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