Second Saturday kicks off 2010 with numerous events

NEWTON — Newton stores and restaurants will provide an inviting atmosphere for browsing, dining and shopping as part of Second Saturday events on Jan. 9, 2010. If your Irish blood is pumping after the New Year you can attend “The Poetry of W.B. Yeats” at O’Reilly’s Pub and Grill (271 Spring) presented by the Six Centuries Club, publisher of the literary award-wining Sensations Magazine. The afternoon readings from 1 to 2:30 p.m. will focus on Yeats’ American Tours beginning in 1903 and ending in 1932. The reading is free to the public, but lunch reservations are required. Call 973-383-4091 for details. Be at An Open Book (169 Spring) at 2:45 p.m. to hear select writers from Sensations Magazine read from their own books and sign copies for sale. The authors include Davidson Garrett of New York City, reading from “King Lear of the Taxi,” David Messineo of Lafayette reading from “Suburban Gothic,” and Paul Nash and Denise La Neve reading poetry from the forthcoming “Beyond the Rift” anthology. Between 4 to 5 p.m. Cheddar Alley (155 Spring) will be the site for “Newton at Coney Island, 1903-1904” also presented by the Six Centuries Club. Nathan’s hot dogs will be available for purchase as one listens to the microfilm research findings about the Newton Steamer Company sponsored summer trips to Coney Island in 1903 and 1904. The SpringBoard Shoppes at Newton (145 Spring), open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., are still celebrating the New Year and their one year anniversary on Spring Street. Adiel Artisan Jewelry & Accessories Boutique is having a “Winter White & Carol Sale” — 10 percent off any item with the color white, plus an additional 5 percent off if you sing a Christmas carol at the time of purchase. Inner Designs is offering 10 percent off any feathered scarf or wrap purchased that day as well as an additional 10 percent if the item contains the color Chartreuse, The Color Lady’s Color for the month of January. Schedule a minimum 1-hour Color Consultation for your home or office and receive the first hour at half price, a $75 savings PB&J Stores will begin its first annual Great Handbag Sale. Play mystery markdown and save on select handbag styles and collect $5 in PBJ Bucks for every $50 spent. Mother Moon Baby Boutique is having a winter sale with as much as 50 percent off selected items. Other clothing stores include Prima Donna’s Quality Consignments (166 Spring) where you can stop in and meet the new owner, Julie Simms who will be delighted to help you. Trimmings (171 Spring) is a new youthful women’s clothing and accessories store bringing a different spin on women’s clothing to Downtown Newton. Crissy O’s (111 Spring) is the local stop for formals and weddings and The Style Shop (178 Spring) is the store for men and boy’s clothing and accessories. Andy’s Shoe Repair (194 Spring) is the place for leather repairs and foot accessories. Art lovers can stop in at The Craft Creators (185 Spring, in the back) for an All Day New Year’s Open House from 9 a.m. until 8 p.m. with refreshments and a free print for each visitor. There is lots of new art work to look at and many items are on sale. Traillworks (135 Spring) resident artist, Jennie Traill Schaeffer is hosting a “White Workshop” from 2 to 4 p.m. Learn how to paint white, the elusive color of snow. In the workshop, Schaeffer will guide students towards an understanding of how to perceive the color white and translate that into a painting study. A $50 charge per person includes all supplies. Workshop is limited to 10 so call 973-383-1307 or e-mail Jennie@traillworks.com to register. Gallery By The Green (103 Spring) features Italian Romantic Realism paintings by internationally recognized American artist Geoffrey Leckie. Hopefully, The Sussex County Arts & Heritage Council (133 Spring) will be open. Desperately in need of contributions, their important role in Sussex County may go unfilled if they are unable to harness all the financial support they require. Maxwell & Molly’s Closet (218 Spring) invites animal owners and lovers to take 20 percent off any clothing that has a snowman or snowflake on it and for a purchase of $25 you will also receive a complimentary freshly baked homemade snowflake cookie made out of ginger. After-holiday gift shoppers can find something appropriate at any one of the following Spring Street stores: Flowers In The Attic (161 Spring), Charm (216 Spring) and Feels Like Home (185 Spring) or if clocks are your thing then go to Cornwell Clocks (69 Spring). If playing music is your interest then you should see Lou Slamer at Lou’s Music Center (120 Spring) where you can speak with a knowledgeable musician about instruments, music or technique. Food with family and friends can be found at any number of dining choices in Newton and on Spring Street. For the evening, J.C.’s Grill House (144 Spring) is offering a 2nd Saturday three course evening meal for $25 and O’Reilly’s Pub & Grill (271 Spring) hosts live music from The Pfeiffer Twins. Fine dining can be had at Andre’s Restaurant (188 Spring), home to the seasonal offerings of NY Times rated Chef Andre De Waal or try the eclectic cuisine at Krave Café & Caterers (15 East Clinton St) or the northern Italian menu at La Baita Cucina Italiana (7 Woodside Ave). Enjoy Chinese from the Happy Wok (223 Spring), Chun Bo (66 Sparta Ave) or Thai from Narin Thai (11 Main St - on the square). Breakfast, a quick snack or a sandwich can be had a Brenda’s Diner (221 Spring) and a “fresh slice” along with other Italian specialties is available from A&G Pizza (220 Spring) or Newton Pizza (47 Sparta Ave) or check out the new stained glass “pizza” window at Dominick’s Italian Restaurant & Pizzaria (10 East Clinton). Mexican food can be found at Salsa (240 Spring). Many of these eateries are BYOB so stop into Spring Liquors (103 Spring) en route and see Mike if you’d like help selecting a wine. Main Street Newton is looking ahead to February’s Second Saturday on the 13th by organizing an ice carving competition on Spring Street for the afternoon. For more information about Main Street Newton, call Executive Director Jim Sheldon at 973-940-3178.