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Police District C-11 meeting Last meeting of the season, Thurs., May 8, 7 p.m. Info: 617-343-4524. Non-emergency line for seniors: 617-343-5649. Police District B-3 meeting Next meeting Wed., May 21, 6:30 p.m. at the Mildred Ave. Community Center, 5 Mildred Ave. Info: 617-343-4543 Clam Point Civic Assoc. Next meeting Mon., May 12, 6:30 p.m. in the Daniel C. Boynton Center, 105 Victory Rd. Info: clampoint.org. Cedar Grove Civic Assoc. A night to honor John O'Toole (with a short visit from Gloria Vieira, mayor of Dorchester candidate) on Tues., May 13, 7 p.m., Fr. Lane Hall, St. Brendan Church, 589 Gallivan Blvd. Info: 617-825-1402 or weirsean@comcast.net. Freeport Adams Neighborhood Assoc. Next meeting Wed., May 14, 7 p.m., Fields Corner CDC office, One Arcadia St. Info: 617-282-4290. Jones Hill Assoc. Next meeting Wed., May 14, 7 p.m., 90 Cushing Ave. Info: 617-474-9550, or joneshill.com. Dorchester Board of Trade The scholarships will be awarded on Tues., May 20, noon, at Phillips Old Colony House. For further info: 617-298-0068 or dorchesterboardoftrade.com. Dorchester Historical Society On Sun., May 18, the annual meeting, with Robert Severy discussing "Dorchester Atlases." DHS Comedy Fundraiser, with "Jimmy Tingle for President," at the I.B.E.W. Hall, 256 Freeport St., Fri., May 16, 7 p.m.; tickets, $40. Tour of Pierce House Neighborhood Walking tour of the Pierce House (24 Oakton Ave.) Neighborhood, including the nine houses built by the Pierce Family, on Sun., May 10, 10 a.m. to noon, rain or shine. Free to Historic New England members; $5 for non-members. Registration required: call 617-288-6041. "A Night to Remember Mike Leahy" "A Night to Remember Mike Leahy" will be held at Florian Hall on Fri., May 23, 7 p.m. Tickets are $25. Tickets for a $10,000 drawing will be held at this event, with tickets @$100. (Only 300 tickets will be sold.) Call 617-699-6549 for info and tickets. Mayor's Coffee Hour Mayor's Coffee Hour, at the Martin Tot Lot, Myrtlebank Ave. and Hilltop St., Thurs., May 15, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. with free coffee, donuts, and plants. Come and meet the Mayor. Postal Workers' Food Drive Postal workers will collect food donations this Saturday, May 10. Leave your food donations near your mailbox for your letter carrier to collect on that day. Spring Yard Waste Collections Spring yard waste will be collected on the regular recycling day from to Fri., May 23. Put yard waste in open barrels or in paper leaf bags (no plastic bags). Brush should be tied and kept to a maximum length of three feet. Place yard waste on the curb by 7 a.m. on the regular collection day (no Saturday collections). Hazardous Waste Collection Sat., June 14, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at UMass-Boston. Proof of Boston residency needed. Toxic, flammable, poisonous, and reactive materials, paints, stains, corrosives, solvents, glues, waste fuels, insecticides, weed killers, hobby supplies, photo chemicals, pool chemicals, tires, car batteries, used motor oil, and empty propane tanks accepted; no TVs or computer monitors. Notre Dame School Fundraiser Spring raffle fundraiser to benefit the Notre Dame Montessori School, at St. Christopher's: tickets $10 or three for $25. Prizes: grand prize, a summer week in Hampton Beach; three first-prize baskets (children's, gardening, or movie); four second prizes, a $25 gift cert. to Sullivan's at Castle Island. Drawing, May 20, 11 a.m., at the school. Info: 617-282-0101. Greene/McLaughlin Scholarship Reunion The 29th annual Greene & McLaughlin Families' Scholarship Reunion, at Florian Hall on Sat., May 17, 8 p.m. to 1 a.m., with a buffet, full bar, and entertainment. For tickets @$20, call 617-268-6993 or 617-296-0330. Murphy Community Center Openings for new members at the Teen Center, with workshops, activities, field trips, community service projects, and much more. The Teen Center will open up Friday Teen Outing Nites to non-members, ages 12.9 to 18, Call the Murphy (617-635-5150) for info. Backyard compost bins and kitchen scrap buckets, for sale, at the Murphy on Wed., May 14, 6 to 8 p.m. Mark your calendar: Day-camp registration will be held on Wed., June 4, at 7 p.m. Fee is $250 for first child, $240 for second child, and $230 for third child. Dorchester YMCA The Y has openings in its before and after-school programs for children 5 to 14 years. Daily activities include homework assistance, arts & crafts, gym, and more. Vouchers and financial assistance available. Info: 617-436-7750. At the pool, there is a parent/child class for those three months to three years. There are children and youth swim classes; on Tues. and Thurs. evening, adult swim classes, with swim fun on Sat. mornings. Info: 436-7750. Adams Village Merchants' Association Next meeting, Fri., May 9, 12:30 p.m., at Mount Washington Bank, 489 Gallivan Blvd. For info: 617-872-6115. Dot Bike's Earth Day Bike Tour Commuter Breakfast at the newly-opened Dot2Dot Café. 1739 Dot Ave., May 13, 7 to 8:30 a.m. Commuter Ride Home: meet at the Boston Common's Brewer's Fountain May 14, at 5:30 p.m. or at the intersection of Columbia Rd. and Dot Ave. at 6 p.m. Bike-to-Work Day: leave Peabody Sq., (intersection of Ashmont St. and Dot Ave.) at 7 a.m. to ride to City Hall for a city-sponsored breakfast. Info: 781-367-9200. DotBike group gathering on the Boston Common the second Wed. of each month, at 5:30 p.m., for a leisurely ride along Dot Ave. dotbike.org. Girls' Summer Softball Girls 9 to 18 as of Jan. 1 can play summer RBI softball. Girls 15 to 18 should call Annissa at 617-474-0797 for the Senior League; girls 15 and under should call Dick at 617-288-5083 for younger teams. Minor-League Football The Eastern Football League is seeking to organize a team in the Dorchester area. The low-cost league, with discounts on football equipment (which players must provide on their own), for those 18 and up, with the AAA games beginning in July and the A games beginning in Aug. Info: 617-922-3275 or 617-438-1440. Countdown to Kindergarten Countdown to Kindergarten has playgroups for children 1 to 3 years at: the Kenny School, Mondays from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., Tuesdays from 4 to 6 p.m., and Thursdays from 4 to 6 p.m.; at the Lee School, Mondays from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., Wednesdays from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m., and Fridays from 10 am to noon; and at the Holmes School, Tuesdays from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., Wednesdays from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., and Thursdays from 10 am to noon. Info: 617-635-9656. Dorchester Multi-Service Center DotWell is offering Mommy/Daddy & Me fitness classes at the Dorchester Multi-Service Center, 1353 Dorchester Ave., on Mondays from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., and Wednesdays from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m., in the gym, for children two years and older. On Tuesdays, from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., a "water babies" class for children six months to 2.9 years. Info: 617-740-2235. Cub Scout News Boys first through fifth grade, join Cub Scouting, with meetings held each Wednesday, 7 p.m., Rice Post (second floor) Romsey St. (Savin Hill area). Info: 617-328-4066. Caritas Carney Programs The Caritas Carney Hospital offers a number of health ed. and support groups: a Breast Cancer Support Group, on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month, 6:30 to 8 p.m., with weekly groups for alcohol and substance abuse, Overeaters Anonymous, and domestic violence. Info: 617-296-4000, x5222. The Carney offers adult/child/infant CPR and First Aid instructions every week for only $30. Call 617-296-4012, X2093 for schedule. Diabetes Support Group session, on Thurs., Thurs., May 22, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., in the cafeteria on the basement level, Conf. Rooms A & B. Info: 617-506-4921. The next Senior Supper, with a discussion on arthritis, will be held on Wed., May 28, 3:30 p.m. Dorchester Substance Abuse Coalition meeting, third Tues. of each month, 6 to 7 p.m., in the lower level cafeteria of Carney Hospital. Info: 617-282-3200, ext. 210. Neponset Health Center Concerned Person Education and Support Group's meetings (education, prevention, and treatment options), each Thurs., to May 22, 6:30 to 8 p.m., second floor conference room, at the Neponset Health Center, 398 Neponset Ave. Info: 617-282-3200, ext 210. Kit Clark Senior Services Kit Clark Sr. Services offers many services to those over 60: health care, socialization, adult day health, memory respite, homemakers, personal care attendants, mental health and substance abuse counseling, and transportation. The Kit Clark's Senior Home Improvement Program provides eligible homeowners with home rehabilitation and low-cost home repairs. Info: 617-825-5000. Dorchester People for Peace The group meets the second Monday of each month, 7 to 9 p.m., at the Vietnamese-American Community Center (wheelchair-accessible), 42 Charles St. Hope for Troubled Families Families Anonymous is a self-help support program for parents, grandparents, other relatives, and friends, concerned by the substance abuse of a loved one, with meetings at the Tynan School, 650 East Fourth St., South Boston, Mondays, 7:30 p.m. Dotwell Tech Center DotWell is the new name for the Health Services Partnership, established by the Dorchester House Multi-Service Center and the Codman Sq. Health Center, providing integrated clinical and community services to address health disparities, build social capital, and meet the complex needs of the Dorchester Community. Public Computer Access is available at the Dotwell Technology Center, 450 Washington St., Codman Sq., Mon. through Fri., 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The center has a Basic 1 on one computer class, free of charge. Info: 617-822-8268. Four Corners Main Street Four Corners, located at 345 Washington St., second floor, Dorchester, 02121; new mailing address: P.O. Box 240877, 02124; new fax number, 617-287-2807. Bowdoin-Geneva Main Streets The Bowdoin-Geneva Main Street's Board meets the second Tuesday of each month, 6 p.m., at the Bowdoin St. Health Center, 230 Bowdoin St. Info: 617-436-9980. Uphams Corner Main Streets The UCMS program's design committee, meeting at the health center, 415 Columbia Rd., Ground Floor Conference Room #34, first Tuesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. The Economic Restructuring Committee meets the second Thursday at the UCMS office, 594 Columbia Rd., buzzer #6. Info: 617-265-0363. Fields Corner Main Street FCMS is accepting nominations for its Board of Directors for terms beginning in July. The board meets the first Wed. of the month at 6:30 p.m. Info: 617-474-1432. Fields Corner Connect F.C. organizations meet regularly because of concern for the level of violence and perception of safety shared by the diverse constituents of the community. Info on FCC: contact Tamika Francis-Ferguson, c/o Viet-Aid, Suite E, 42 Charles St., 02122; 617-822-3717, X17, or e-mail: tamika@vietaid.org. Patch Council The Patch Council, advocating the needs of Dorchester families, meets the third Tuesday of each month at Dorchester Cares, 200 Bowdoin St., from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Info: 617-474-1256, X222.
Mujeres Unidas en Accion Mujeres Unidas en Accion (Women United in Action), located at 1377 Dorchester Ave., Dorchester, 02122, holds open registration, Monday through Friday, from 10 am to 2 pm. In addition to GED preparation in Spanish, three levels of computer classes, ESL classes, a civics class, and Microsoft MOUS are being offered. Classes: Mon, through Fri., 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., or from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Info: 617-282-3500. Adams St. Library Become a member by sending dues to Friends of the Adams St. Library, c/o M. Cahill, 67 Oakton Ave., Dorchester, 02122. Family membership is $5; individuals, $3; seniors, $1; business, $10; and lifetime, $50. Each Thurs. at 2 pm: knitting and other crafts while listening to a classic novel or mystery. Each Thurs., for children ages 3 to 5: stories, songs, and performances to prepare them for reading. Pre-register: 617-436-6900. Quadrivium Saxophone Quartet from the N.E. Conservatory, performing both classical and popular music, on Mon., May 12, 6:30 p.m. Virginia Eskin on piano and Elisa Birdseye on viola, performing a program called "Rags & Riches, Music on Themes of Nature," on Mon., May 19, at 6:30 p.m. with a wine and cheese reception following. All are welcome. Grove Hall Library Exhibition of oil and acrylic paintings by Dr. Roger Beattie, formerly of Roxbury at the library, 5 Crawford St. at Warren St., from May 8 to 31. On May 8, a reception with Dr. Beattie will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Info: 617-427-3337. Federated Dorchester Neighborhood Houses FDNH offers a range of educational programs at multiple locations in Dorchester including early education for infants to six-year-olds, out of school time programs for six to13-year-olds, adolescent development programs, and alternative and adult education. Site locations include the Little House, Log School, Ruth Darling, and Dorchester Place. Info: website at fdnh.org or call617-282-5034. Fourth annual "Touch a Life…Change the World" Gala, on Thurs., June12. Tickets and sponsorship opportunities available. Call 617-262-3424. Knights of Columbus The Columbus Council #116 and the Redberry Council #117 have voted to merge into a new Council #107, with meetings held the second Wed. of each month at the V.F.W. Post, Neponset Ave., at 8 p.m. Divine Mercy Celebration The Sisters of Our Lady of Mercy invite all to celebrate the Eucharist in honor of Divine Mercy, the third Friday of each month (May 16), St. Ann's Parish, Neponset. Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament at 6 p.m.; Chaplet sung at 6:30 p.m., and Mass at 7 p.m. Info: 617-288-1202. K Club The meetings are held every other Monday in Florian Hall, 12:30 p.m. The next meetings, May 12 and 19. St. Brendan's Seniors Next meeting: Thurs., May 29 (no May 15 meeting), in Fr. Lane Hall at St. Brendan's, 12:30 p.m. St. Mark's 60 Plus Club The Club meets the second and fourth Fridays of each month, at 10 a.m., in the hall. St. Gregory's 60 & Over Club Next meeting, Tues., May 20: refreshments at 12:15 pm and Bingo at 1 pm, St. Gregory's Auditorium. A dinner will be held on May 20. The Friendly Club Meetings Wednesday, 12:30 p.m., at the Rice Post on Romsey St., with all seniors welcome. DotArt's News DotArt has a new home (an office and gallery, with art work for sale) at 1775A Dorchester Ave., 02124. DotArt is seeking volunteers. Call 617-265-3503 to volunteer, or for info. You may get a catalog at your local library. See the catalog online: dotart.org. ODWIN Learning Center ODWIN, a non-profit, college prep center, 1943 Dot Ave., across from Ashmont Station, helps Dot residents become eligible to enroll in the college of their choice. Foundation courses in math, English, grammar, and reading/study skills are offered twice a week in the evening. Advanced courses in algebra, biology, chemistry, humanities, computer and pharmacological math are offered twice a week, in the morning. Info: 617-282-5320. Host Families Needed Healing the Children, which arranges free medical and hospital services for children without resources, is seeking host families to provide temporary room and board for one child and his/her parent, and to provide transportation to and from doctors' appointments. Info: 860-355-1828, X 21. Mattapan Adult Day Care The Mattapan Adult Day Care Program is held each weekday from 8 am to 4 pm, 229 River St., Mattapan. Services included: nursing, social services, arts & crafts, games, breakfast/lunch/snack, physical, occupational, speech therapies, and transportation. Info: 617-298-7970. Adult Learner Program Project Hope, 550 Dudley St., Roxbury, 02119, has a free Adult Learning Program for women who wish to earn their GED. Info: 617-442-1880, X 251. Newman School Alumni Boston's Newman School, located on Marlborough St. in the Back Bay, is seeking lost alumni/ae. Info: 617-267-4530 (director of development). Welcome Baby Visit Parent or parents of babies from birth to four months are eligible to receive a free one-time visit from a Welcome Baby employee, who will bring you a gift basket for your baby, a mother's gift, a parenting book, and a baby care product. The visit also provides a list of neighborhood resources. If you live in Dorchester, Allston-Brighton, or Roslindale: 617-474-1256, X 223. Dot High for Girls' Reunion The Class of 1948, Dorchester High for Girls, will hold a 60th reunion on June 22. For info, call: 781-659-2050, 617-825-9441, or 617-265-5103. St. Gregory High School Reunion St. Gregory High School, Class of 1988, will hold its 20th reunion on June 13. Addresses and phone numbers of former classmates are being sought. Info: Noreen at 617-506-0954. Free GED Classes The Vine St. Community Center, located at 339 Dudley St., near Dudley Square, is offering free GED classes to English-speaking residents. Bring proof of Boston residency. Call 617-635-4920, x2302. Career Collaborative Career Collaborative, 711 Atlantic Ave., Ste. B2, Boston, helps low-income adults (ages 22 to 55) to obtain and keep full-time permanent jobs with career potential. Free orientation sessions, held each Thursday, 1 to 2 pm Info: 617-424-6616. Close to Home Giant Yard Sale Fundraiser, Sat., May 17, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., in the parking lot at 42 Charles St., Fields Corner, with furniture, clothing, house wares, toys, books, along with face painting and food. Proceeds benefit Close to Home's domestic violence prevention work. Close to Home is a Dorchester-based, non-profit organization that works with community residents to address the issue of domestic violence in our neighborhoods. To donate items, call Heather at 617-929-5151 or e-mail online: heather @ C2home.org.
Horizons for Homeless Children Horizons is seeking volunteers to interact and play with 200 children living in family shelters. Commitment: two hours per week for six months. Info: call 617-445-1480. Next training session: June 4 and 5.
Addiction Help In the Boston area, call Narcanon Arrowhead at 1-800-468-6933 for help for those with drug or alcohol addiction. |