Are you looking for something to break up your work day that
will allow you to give back to your community? The 2008-2009 academic school
year will be here soon and Boston Partners in Education is looking for
volunteers to tutor and mentor Boston
Public School students.
You don’t need any previous tutoring experience to participate—just a
willingness to work with students and help them reach for their highest
potential!
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Our volunteers work with one student during the school day
and in some after school and Saturday morning programs for one hour (or more)
each week. Opportunities are available in all grades\, K-12\, in the areas of
math and literacy. During the application process\, we provide training in
mentoring and tutoring\, as well as a personal interview and a reference check
to ensure a successful experience.
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To register\, visit www.bostonpartners.org
and complete the volunteer registration form (click on “For Volunteers” then on
“Registration Form”). For more information\, please contact Hillary Chazen\,
Recruitment Manager\, at (617) 451-6145 or hillary_chazen@bostonpartners.org.
The Massachusetts Poetry Festival is a three-day celebration of the
poets\, poetry\, and literary heritage of a state whose contribution to
American poetry is unsurpassed in the nation. Join us as we pay tribute
to the poets and writers of the past while experiencing the creative
energy of today’s literary artists. This first-ever\, state-wide event
will include readings by renowned and emerging poets\, teacher
workshops\, performance poetry\, films &\; music\, programs for children
and young writers\, literary heritage tours\, a small press fair\, poetry
in the streets\, and much more.
The is the Farmers market in the field's Corner area. Come out and buy locally grown produce. Support your local farmers.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081011T150000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081011T150000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/5140 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/5140 SUMMARY:Dudley Street Public Library Monthly Meeting DESCRIPTION:Members will answer writing and publishing questions\,
discuss writing techniques\, and provide information on upcoming book
fairs and events. Free
I’m your Child Concert is having its 2nd Annual
Fundraiser to benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation® of Massachusetts. The
fundraiser is to help children with life-threatening medical conditions
throughout Massachusetts. This event will take place on Saturday
October 11th 2008. Tickets are $10.00 and will be sold at the Door and
A Nubian Notion. For more information please contact Lisa at
617-470-3482.
Class Act Entertainment Presents The All Black Affair
October 11\, 2008 Doors open @ 9pm Moseley's on the Charles 50 Bridge
Street Dedham Ma. 02026 617-326-3075 Music by DJ Mystique Complementary
Buffet from 9\:00pm to 11\:00pm For ticket information &\; discount
table reservation contact 617-592-4161 339-203-5069 Tickets Available@
Nubian Notion Funky Fresh Record Poppa Bs Soul Food Resturant Dress to
impress casual is fine gentlemen No Jeans\, Boots\, or Sneakers Ticket
Price\: $15.00 in advance $20.00 at the doors Prize for the flyest all
black outfit $15 in advance / $ 20 @ Door
Every Sunday from 6\:30 to 9\:00 p.m.\, there will be Live Jazz Performances by Kurtis Rivers and other musicians from the Boston area at the Ramsey Post #8772\, 54 Woodrow Ave.\, Dorchester\, MA.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081013T203000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081013T220000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/5148 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/5148 SUMMARY:Last class\: win $300 in the Brick Contest\, 10/13 DESCRIPTION:Win $300
If you are 14 years old or younger*\, paint your favorite Dorchester scene on the face of a brick and enter the contest to win $300. The Dorchester Historical Society will award two $300 prizes to the painters of the bricks judged to be the best. In exchange the Society will keep the winning bricks for its collection.
Although not required\, you can start by attending a painting class at one of these branches of the Boston Public Library\:
Adams Street- Wednesday\, October 1 at 3\:30pm
Fields Corner- Monday\, October 6 at 3\:30pm
Codman Square- Monday\, October 13 at 3\:30pm
For more details\, e-mail Earl Taylor at ERMMWWT[AT]aol.com or contact the librarians at the branches.
You may not have reached your 15th birthday by October 20\, 2008. Parental permission to enter is required.
FREE Countdown to Kindergarten Play to Learn Group for children ages 1-3 and their caregivers at Holmes Elementary. Come play and learn with us! Any Boston resident with a 1-3 year old child can attend. Registration is required\, but is ongoing\, and each playgroup is limited to 8-15 families. The playgroup leader speaks English and Haitian. For more information\, please contact Marie Wade at 617-756-9650 or mwade@boston.k12.ma.us.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081014T200000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081014T220000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/4920 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/4920 SUMMARY:[R]Free Parent-Child Playgroup at Holmes Elementary DESCRIPTION:FREE Countdown to Kindergarten Play to Learn Group for children ages 1-3 and their caregivers at Holmes Elementary. Come play and learn with us! Any Boston resident with a 1-3 year old child can attend. Registration is required\, but is ongoing\, and each playgroup is limited to 8-15 families. The playgroup leader speaks English and Haitian. For more information\, please contact Marie Wade at 617-756-9650 or mwade@boston.k12.ma.us.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081014T210000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081014T230000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/5142 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/5142 SUMMARY: Boston Univerisity African American Studies Lecture\: The Search for African American Roots DESCRIPTION:
Professor Henry Louis Gates Jr.\,
of Harvard University and Professors Linda Heywood and John Thornton of
Boston University will be discussing their uses of DNA data\, historical
documents and slaveship databases in their search for African American
Roots Free
Boston's longest-running open mic spot brings back an
evening of important film screening\, which will be followed by a brief
discussion and then an open mic afterwards Film of the Evening\: 500
YEARS LATER Directed by Owen 'Alik Shahadah Filmed in five continents\,
500 Years Later engages the authentic retrospective voice told from the
African vantage-point of those whom history has sought to silence by
examining the collective atrocities that uprooted Afrikans from their
culture and homeland. @ Codman Square Tech Center 450 Washington St.\,
Dorchester / Codman Sq. (on the corner of Park St. - across the street
from the Grace Academy) 6\:00pm SHARP!! (PLEASE ARRIVE ON TIME) Free to
the Public Hosted by VCR The MBTA's #23 bus from either Ruggles or
Ashmont will drop you right at the Center. For more info contact VCR at
617-480-7663 or bloodskinland@yahoo.com Free 2 the Public
FREE Countdown to Kindergarten Play to Learn Group for children ages 1-3 and their caregivers at the Holmes Elementary. Come play and learn with us! Any Boston resident with a 1-3 year old child can attend. Registration is required\, but is ongoing\, and each playgroup is limited to 8-15 families. The playgroup leader speaks English and Haitian. For more information\, please contact Marie Wade at 617-756-9650 or mwade@boston.k12.ma.us.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081015T210000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081015T230000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/4465 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/4465 SUMMARY:[R]Free Parent-Child Play Groups at Lee Elementary/Lee Academy DESCRIPTION:FREE Countdown to Kindergarten Play to Learn Group for children ages 1-3 and their caregivers at the Lee Elementary/Lee Academy. Come play and learn with us! Any Boston resident with a 1-3 year old child can attend. Registration is required\, but is ongoing\, and each playgroup is limited to 8-15 families. The playgroup leader speaks English and Haitian. For more information\, please contact Marie Wade at 617-756-9650 or mwade@boston.k12.ma.us.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081016T150000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081016T170000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/4907 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/4907 SUMMARY:[R]Free Parent-Child Playgroup at Kenny Elementary DESCRIPTION:FREE Countdown to Kindergarten Play to Learn Group for children ages 1-3 and their caregivers at Kenny Elementary. Come play and learn with us! Any Boston resident with a 1-3 year old child can attend. Registration is required\, but is ongoing\, and each playgroup is limited to 8-15 families. The playgroup leader speaks English and Haitian. For more information\, please contact Marie Wade at 617-756-9650 or mwade@boston.k12.ma.us.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081016T180000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081016T180000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/4257 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/4257 SUMMARY:[R] Classic Knits DESCRIPTION:
Thursdays at 2 p.m. Drop in for knitting\, or other crafts and listen to
a classic novel or mystery.
Please join us every Thursday thereafter from 3\:00 to 7\:00 p.m. Until October 30th for some fresh food right in your neighborhood.
For more information\, please contact Davida at (617) 754-0027
or Philly at (617) 754-0041.
The Codman Square Health Council invites you to the FAMILY Farmers Market. Every Thursday from 4pm-7pm June 12th - October 23rd.
Be sure to have cash on hand to buy fresh fruit and vegetables in front of Codman Square Health Center.
FAMILY\, Inc. is a community organizing system. With partnerships\, FAMILY works to create an environment where children and families can thrive.
For more information\, contact Elali Moukwa at 617-822-8278\, or email elalimoukwa@familysystem.net
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081016T210000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081016T230000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/4515 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/4515 SUMMARY:[R]Free Parent-Child Playgroup at Kenny Elementary DESCRIPTION:FREE Countdown to Kindergarten Play to Learn Group for children ages 1-3 and their caregivers at Kenny Elementary. Come play and learn with us! Any Boston resident with a 1-3 year old child can attend. Registration is required\, but is ongoing\, and each playgroup is limited to 8-15 families. The playgroup leader speaks English and Haitian. For more information\, please contact Marie Wade at 617-756-9650 or mwade@boston.k12.ma.us.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081016T220000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081017T003000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/4298 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/4298 SUMMARY:[R]Youth In Crisis - Making Changes In Young Peoples Lives DESCRIPTION:Every Thursday 5-7\:30pm\, Issues to be discussed to our community youth age 14- 24 come and get connected.
• Health
•Court Advocacy
• Conflict of Resolution
• Job Readiness (resumes)
• Computer Help
• And so much more…
For more info\: Anthony Robinson 774-244-7015
All are invited to join the Greater Four Corners Action Coalition at their 2008 Annual Meeting . Dinner\, local musical talent\, "\;Name the Train Station"\; event\, board election and a chance to get involved with a dynamic organization that's been organizing in the greater Four Corners neighborhood for over 17 years!! For more info call 617-436-0289
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081016T233000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081017T013000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/5147 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/5147 SUMMARY:GBPFLAG Dorchester Chapter Meeting DESCRIPTION:Many people don’t know where to turn for information and for help in sorting thing out when they find out a loved one is gay\, lesbian\, bisexual or transgender (GLBT). The news that a child or loved one is GLBT is sometimes traumatic and often confusing and anxiety-producing. Often meeting other parents and families is a powerful way to understanding.
We invite parents and family members of GLBT people and GLBT people to join us for an evening of conversation\, sharing\, support and connection. Meeting the 3rd Thursday of Every MonthFrom 6\:30pm to 8\:30pmatCodman Square Health Center (Conference Room A)637 Washington St
Dorchester\, MA 02124 Next meeting is on Thursday\, October 16th ! Refreshments provided. Free and Open to the Public. For more information\, Call\: (781) 891-5966Or Email\: lucretiakeygodfrey@msn.com or ladyj39@hotmail.com
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END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081017T143000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081017T163000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/4549 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/4549 SUMMARY:[R]Free Parent-Child Playgroups at Holmes Elementary DESCRIPTION:FREE Countdown to Kindergarten Play to Learn Group for children ages 1-3 and their caregivers at the Holmes Elementary. Come play and learn with us! Any Boston resident with a 1-3 year old child can attend. Registration is required\, but is ongoing\, and each playgroup is limited to 8-15 families. The playgroup leader speaks English and Haitian. For more information\, please contact Marie Wade at 617-756-9650 or mwade@boston.k12.ma.us.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081018T140000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081018T170000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/4060 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/4060 SUMMARY:[R]Fields Corner Farmer's Market DESCRIPTION:The is the Farmers market in the field's Corner area. Come out and buy locally grown produce. Support your local farmers.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081018T233000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081019T040000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/5012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/5012 SUMMARY:ODWIN Learning Center's International Award Gala DESCRIPTION:ODWIN welcomes you to its 44th anniversary gala to recognize those who demonstrate devotion and selflessness to their community and raise funds for their work\: enabling adults who would not otherwise be prepared to enter college to do so\, thereby creating a better life for themselves and their families. The event will feature international beer\, wine and cuisines as well as a DJ's dance party. This fabulous event is not to be missed!
Cost\: $90
Ticket sales\, sponsorship opportunities and award nominations can all be handled through the center’s web site www.odwin.org or by contacting the event’s organizers at Consortium Events 617-267-7526.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081019T133000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081019T210000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/5143 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/5143 SUMMARY:26th Annual Boston Firefighters Memorial Road Race DESCRIPTION:The event will kick off at the Florian Hall at 55 Hallet Street in Dorchester. The course is USATF Certified and shall feature strict course security. Racers will be treated to water stops\, an ocean view and be electronically timed. Please visit http\://www.firefighters10k.com/
THE TOWN MEETING\: Defining Dorchester’s History\, 1633-1870. Celebrating the 375th anniversary of American town government\, created on the corner of Pleasant\, Pond\, and East Cottage Streets in October 1633 by an agreement forming a system of self-government to order the town’s affairs. The Town Meeting\, as this system would be called\, not only provides a window on the history of the Town of Dorchester\, but in a sense is the history of the Town. Using the archival records of the Town\, City of Boston Assistant Archivist Patrick Collins will explore how the Town Meeting encompasses all of Dorchester’s history as an autonomous municipality. Program\, October 19\, 2008\, 2 pm Dorchester Historical Society195 Boston StreetDorchester\, MA 02125 Suggested donaton $5.00
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081019T233000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081020T020000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/3807 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/3807 SUMMARY:[R]Free Live Jazz Performances DESCRIPTION:Every Sunday from 6\:30 to 9\:00 p.m.\, there will be Live Jazz Performances by Kurtis Rivers and other musicians from the Boston area at the Ramsey Post #8772\, 54 Woodrow Ave.\, Dorchester\, MA.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081020T143000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081020T163000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/4626 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/4626 SUMMARY:[R]Free Parent-Child Playgroup at Kenny Elementary DESCRIPTION:FREE Countdown to Kindergarten Play to Learn Group for children ages 1-3 and their caregivers at Kenny Elementary. Come play and learn with us! Any Boston resident with a 1-3 year old child can attend. Registration is required\, but is ongoing\, and each playgroup is limited to 8-15 families. The playgroup leader speaks English and Spanish. For more information\, please contact Kendra Bucklin at 617-756-9492or kbucklin@boston.k12.ma.us.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081020T150000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081020T170000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/4642 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/4642 SUMMARY:[R]Free Parent-Child Playgroup at Lee Elementary/Lee Academy DESCRIPTION:FREE Countdown to Kindergarten Play to Learn Group for children ages 1-3 and their caregivers at Lee Elementary/Lee Academy. Come play and learn with us! Any Boston resident with a 1-3 year old child can attend. Registration is required\, but is ongoing\, and each playgroup is limited to 8-15 families. The playgroup leader speaks English and Haitian. For more information\, please contact Marie Wade at 617-756-9650 or mwade@boston.k12.ma.us.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081020T200000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081020T220000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/4657 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/4657 SUMMARY:[R]Free Parent-Child Playgroup at Lee Elementary/Lee Academy DESCRIPTION:FREE Countdown to Kindergarten Play to Learn Group for children ages 1-3 and their caregivers at Lee Elementary/Lee Academy. Come play and learn with us! Any Boston resident with a 1-3 year old child can attend. Registration is required\, but is ongoing\, and each playgroup is limited to 8-15 families. The playgroup leader speaks English and Haitian. For more information\, please contact Marie Wade at 617-756-9650 or mwade@boston.k12.ma.us.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081021T143000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081021T163000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/4669 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/4669 SUMMARY:[R]Free Parent-Child Playgroup at Holmes Elementary DESCRIPTION:FREE Countdown to Kindergarten Play to Learn Group for children ages 1-3 and their caregivers at Holmes Elementary. Come play and learn with us! Any Boston resident with a 1-3 year old child can attend. Registration is required\, but is ongoing\, and each playgroup is limited to 8-15 families. The playgroup leader speaks English and Haitian. For more information\, please contact Marie Wade at 617-756-9650 or mwade@boston.k12.ma.us.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081021T200000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081021T220000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/4921 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/4921 SUMMARY:[R]Free Parent-Child Playgroup at Holmes Elementary DESCRIPTION:FREE Countdown to Kindergarten Play to Learn Group for children ages 1-3 and their caregivers at Holmes Elementary. Come play and learn with us! Any Boston resident with a 1-3 year old child can attend. Registration is required\, but is ongoing\, and each playgroup is limited to 8-15 families. The playgroup leader speaks English and Haitian. For more information\, please contact Marie Wade at 617-756-9650 or mwade@boston.k12.ma.us.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081022T143000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081022T163000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/4405 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/4405 SUMMARY:[R]Free Parent-Child Playgroup at Holmes Elementary DESCRIPTION:FREE Countdown to Kindergarten Play to Learn Group for children ages 1-3 and their caregivers at the Holmes Elementary. Come play and learn with us! Any Boston resident with a 1-3 year old child can attend. Registration is required\, but is ongoing\, and each playgroup is limited to 8-15 families. The playgroup leader speaks English and Haitian. For more information\, please contact Marie Wade at 617-756-9650 or mwade@boston.k12.ma.us.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081022T210000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081022T230000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/4466 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/4466 SUMMARY:[R]Free Parent-Child Play Groups at Lee Elementary/Lee Academy DESCRIPTION:FREE Countdown to Kindergarten Play to Learn Group for children ages 1-3 and their caregivers at the Lee Elementary/Lee Academy. Come play and learn with us! Any Boston resident with a 1-3 year old child can attend. Registration is required\, but is ongoing\, and each playgroup is limited to 8-15 families. The playgroup leader speaks English and Haitian. For more information\, please contact Marie Wade at 617-756-9650 or mwade@boston.k12.ma.us.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081023T150000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081023T170000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/4908 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/4908 SUMMARY:[R]Free Parent-Child Playgroup at Kenny Elementary DESCRIPTION:FREE Countdown to Kindergarten Play to Learn Group for children ages 1-3 and their caregivers at Kenny Elementary. Come play and learn with us! Any Boston resident with a 1-3 year old child can attend. Registration is required\, but is ongoing\, and each playgroup is limited to 8-15 families. The playgroup leader speaks English and Haitian. For more information\, please contact Marie Wade at 617-756-9650 or mwade@boston.k12.ma.us.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081023T180000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081023T180000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/4258 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/4258 SUMMARY:[R] Classic Knits DESCRIPTION:
Thursdays at 2 p.m. Drop in for knitting\, or other crafts and listen to
a classic novel or mystery.
Please join us every Thursday thereafter from 3\:00 to 7\:00 p.m. Until October 30th for some fresh food right in your neighborhood.
For more information\, please contact Davida at (617) 754-0027
or Philly at (617) 754-0041.
The Codman Square Health Council invites you to the FAMILY Farmers Market. Every Thursday from 4pm-7pm June 12th - October 23rd.
Be sure to have cash on hand to buy fresh fruit and vegetables in front of Codman Square Health Center.
FAMILY\, Inc. is a community organizing system. With partnerships\, FAMILY works to create an environment where children and families can thrive.
For more information\, contact Elali Moukwa at 617-822-8278\, or email elalimoukwa@familysystem.net
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081023T210000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081023T230000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/4516 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/4516 SUMMARY:[R]Free Parent-Child Playgroup at Kenny Elementary DESCRIPTION:FREE Countdown to Kindergarten Play to Learn Group for children ages 1-3 and their caregivers at Kenny Elementary. Come play and learn with us! Any Boston resident with a 1-3 year old child can attend. Registration is required\, but is ongoing\, and each playgroup is limited to 8-15 families. The playgroup leader speaks English and Haitian. For more information\, please contact Marie Wade at 617-756-9650 or mwade@boston.k12.ma.us.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081023T220000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081024T003000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/4299 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/4299 SUMMARY:[R]Youth In Crisis - Making Changes In Young Peoples Lives DESCRIPTION:Every Thursday 5-7\:30pm\, Issues to be discussed to our community youth age 14- 24 come and get connected.
• Health
•Court Advocacy
• Conflict of Resolution
• Job Readiness (resumes)
• Computer Help
• And so much more…
For more info\: Anthony Robinson 774-244-7015
FREE Countdown to Kindergarten Play to Learn Group for children ages 1-3 and their caregivers at the Holmes Elementary. Come play and learn with us! Any Boston resident with a 1-3 year old child can attend. Registration is required\, but is ongoing\, and each playgroup is limited to 8-15 families. The playgroup leader speaks English and Haitian. For more information\, please contact Marie Wade at 617-756-9650 or mwade@boston.k12.ma.us.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081025T140000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081025T170000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/4061 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/4061 SUMMARY:[R]Fields Corner Farmer's Market DESCRIPTION:The is the Farmers market in the field's Corner area. Come out and buy locally grown produce. Support your local farmers.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081025T140000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081025T170000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/5157 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/5157 SUMMARY:Ashmont Nursery School Open House DESCRIPTION:Ashmont Nursery School is a non-profit\, non-sectarian\, cooperative pre-school for children aged 2.9 (as of September 1) to 5. Facilities include a spacious indoor play area with a wide variety of materials and a fully equipped outdoor play yard. The school is licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC)\, and accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). The school is a parent-run cooperative dedicated to fostering exploration\, play\, and the lifelong love of learning. Under the guidance and in partnership with our certified teachers\, the parents form a community that encourages caring for all of the children and families\, sharing ideas\, skills\, concerns\, and values.
The school is hosting an Open House for families interested in Fall 2009 (and Fall 2010 for those of you who like to plan well in advance!) on Saturday\, October 25\, 2008 from 9\:00 AM – Noon. Everyone is invited to tour the school\, meet the dedicated staff\, talk with some ANS families and have your questions answered. Children are welcome\, refreshments will be served.
The school’s website (www.ashmontnurseryschool.com) is currently being updated. If you have trouble accessing it\, try using this temporary address\: http\://98.131.160.18/index.htm
617-282-6063
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081025T180000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081025T210000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/5107 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/5107 SUMMARY:Fall Family Fun Day DESCRIPTION:Fall Family Fun features craft and other activities connected to harvest time and the history of the Pierce House as a working farm. Make a leaf rubbing\, design a pressed leaf card\, practice spinning and weaving\, or step back in time with colonial clothing\, toys\, and games. Tours of the Pierce House are on the hour\, from 1\:00 - 4\:00 p.m.
Pierce House is located at 24 Oakton Avenue in Dorchester\, Massachusetts. Admission is free for Historic New England members and $2 for the general public. Children must be accompanied by an adult. For more information call 617-288-6041. Rain or shine.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081026T233000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081027T020000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/3808 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/3808 SUMMARY:[R]Free Live Jazz Performances DESCRIPTION:Every Sunday from 6\:30 to 9\:00 p.m.\, there will be Live Jazz Performances by Kurtis Rivers and other musicians from the Boston area at the Ramsey Post #8772\, 54 Woodrow Ave.\, Dorchester\, MA.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081027T143000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081027T163000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/4627 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/4627 SUMMARY:[R]Free Parent-Child Playgroup at Kenny Elementary DESCRIPTION:FREE Countdown to Kindergarten Play to Learn Group for children ages 1-3 and their caregivers at Kenny Elementary. Come play and learn with us! Any Boston resident with a 1-3 year old child can attend. Registration is required\, but is ongoing\, and each playgroup is limited to 8-15 families. The playgroup leader speaks English and Spanish. For more information\, please contact Kendra Bucklin at 617-756-9492or kbucklin@boston.k12.ma.us.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081027T150000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081027T170000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/4643 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/4643 SUMMARY:[R]Free Parent-Child Playgroup at Lee Elementary/Lee Academy DESCRIPTION:FREE Countdown to Kindergarten Play to Learn Group for children ages 1-3 and their caregivers at Lee Elementary/Lee Academy. Come play and learn with us! Any Boston resident with a 1-3 year old child can attend. Registration is required\, but is ongoing\, and each playgroup is limited to 8-15 families. The playgroup leader speaks English and Haitian. For more information\, please contact Marie Wade at 617-756-9650 or mwade@boston.k12.ma.us.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081027T200000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081027T220000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/4658 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/4658 SUMMARY:[R]Free Parent-Child Playgroup at Lee Elementary/Lee Academy DESCRIPTION:FREE Countdown to Kindergarten Play to Learn Group for children ages 1-3 and their caregivers at Lee Elementary/Lee Academy. Come play and learn with us! Any Boston resident with a 1-3 year old child can attend. Registration is required\, but is ongoing\, and each playgroup is limited to 8-15 families. The playgroup leader speaks English and Haitian. For more information\, please contact Marie Wade at 617-756-9650 or mwade@boston.k12.ma.us.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081028T143000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081028T163000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/4670 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/4670 SUMMARY:[R]Free Parent-Child Playgroup at Holmes Elementary DESCRIPTION:FREE Countdown to Kindergarten Play to Learn Group for children ages 1-3 and their caregivers at Holmes Elementary. Come play and learn with us! Any Boston resident with a 1-3 year old child can attend. Registration is required\, but is ongoing\, and each playgroup is limited to 8-15 families. The playgroup leader speaks English and Haitian. For more information\, please contact Marie Wade at 617-756-9650 or mwade@boston.k12.ma.us.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081028T200000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081028T220000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/4922 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/4922 SUMMARY:[R]Free Parent-Child Playgroup at Holmes Elementary DESCRIPTION:FREE Countdown to Kindergarten Play to Learn Group for children ages 1-3 and their caregivers at Holmes Elementary. Come play and learn with us! Any Boston resident with a 1-3 year old child can attend. Registration is required\, but is ongoing\, and each playgroup is limited to 8-15 families. The playgroup leader speaks English and Haitian. For more information\, please contact Marie Wade at 617-756-9650 or mwade@boston.k12.ma.us.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081029T143000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081029T163000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/4406 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/4406 SUMMARY:[R]Free Parent-Child Playgroup at Holmes Elementary DESCRIPTION:FREE Countdown to Kindergarten Play to Learn Group for children ages 1-3 and their caregivers at the Holmes Elementary. Come play and learn with us! Any Boston resident with a 1-3 year old child can attend. Registration is required\, but is ongoing\, and each playgroup is limited to 8-15 families. The playgroup leader speaks English and Haitian. For more information\, please contact Marie Wade at 617-756-9650 or mwade@boston.k12.ma.us.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081029T210000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081029T230000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/4467 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/4467 SUMMARY:[R]Free Parent-Child Play Groups at Lee Elementary/Lee Academy DESCRIPTION:FREE Countdown to Kindergarten Play to Learn Group for children ages 1-3 and their caregivers at the Lee Elementary/Lee Academy. Come play and learn with us! Any Boston resident with a 1-3 year old child can attend. Registration is required\, but is ongoing\, and each playgroup is limited to 8-15 families. The playgroup leader speaks English and Haitian. For more information\, please contact Marie Wade at 617-756-9650 or mwade@boston.k12.ma.us.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081029T220000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081106T000000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/5150 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/5150 SUMMARY:[R]Overweight children ages 11-13 and Parents/Guardians\: Focus Groups DESCRIPTION:You are invited to come share your thoughts with us.
Researchers at UMass Boston are conducting small group discussions (focus groups) where we will ask you to share your thoughts about nutrition\, physical activity\, and weight loss.
There are two kinds of focus groups\: 1) for eligible kids\, and 2) for the parent/guardian of an eligible child. Each focus group will last for 2 hours.
Eligible Participants will be between the ages of 11-13\, a racial/ethnic minority\, and overweight. For your participation\, parents will receive $30 and kids will receive either $30 or a one-month membership to GoKids Boston (a $50 value).
To see if you or your child might be eligible and to learn more\, call\: Kristen at 617-287-7346.
http\://www.gokids-boston.org/
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081029T220000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081106T000000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/5153 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/5153 SUMMARY:[R]Overweight children ages 11-13 and Parents/Guardians\: Focus Groups DESCRIPTION:You are invited to come share your thoughts with us.
Researchers at UMass Boston are conducting small group discussions (focus groups) where we will ask you to share your thoughts about nutrition\, physical activity\, and weight loss.
There are two kinds of focus groups\: 1) for eligible kids\, and 2) for the parent/guardian of an eligible child. Each focus group will last for 2 hours.
Eligible Participants will be between the ages of 11-13\, a racial/ethnic minority\, and overweight. For your participation\, parents will receive $30 and kids will receive either $30 or a one-month membership to GoKids Boston (a $50 value).
To see if you or your child might be eligible and to learn more\, call\: Kristen at 617-287-7346.
http\://www.gokids-boston.org/
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081030T150000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081030T170000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/4909 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/4909 SUMMARY:[R]Free Parent-Child Playgroup at Kenny Elementary DESCRIPTION:FREE Countdown to Kindergarten Play to Learn Group for children ages 1-3 and their caregivers at Kenny Elementary. Come play and learn with us! Any Boston resident with a 1-3 year old child can attend. Registration is required\, but is ongoing\, and each playgroup is limited to 8-15 families. The playgroup leader speaks English and Haitian. For more information\, please contact Marie Wade at 617-756-9650 or mwade@boston.k12.ma.us.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081030T180000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081030T180000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/4259 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/4259 SUMMARY:[R] Classic Knits DESCRIPTION:
Thursdays at 2 p.m. Drop in for knitting\, or other crafts and listen to
a classic novel or mystery.
Please join us every Thursday thereafter from 3\:00 to 7\:00 p.m. Until October 30th for some fresh food right in your neighborhood.
For more information\, please contact Davida at (617) 754-0027
or Philly at (617) 754-0041.
FREE Countdown to Kindergarten Play to Learn Group for children ages 1-3 and their caregivers at Kenny Elementary. Come play and learn with us! Any Boston resident with a 1-3 year old child can attend. Registration is required\, but is ongoing\, and each playgroup is limited to 8-15 families. The playgroup leader speaks English and Haitian. For more information\, please contact Marie Wade at 617-756-9650 or mwade@boston.k12.ma.us.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081030T220000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081031T003000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/4300 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/4300 SUMMARY:[R]Youth In Crisis - Making Changes In Young Peoples Lives DESCRIPTION:Every Thursday 5-7\:30pm\, Issues to be discussed to our community youth age 14- 24 come and get connected.
• Health
•Court Advocacy
• Conflict of Resolution
• Job Readiness (resumes)
• Computer Help
• And so much more…
For more info\: Anthony Robinson 774-244-7015
You are invited to come share your thoughts with us.
Researchers at UMass Boston are conducting small group discussions (focus groups) where we will ask you to share your thoughts about nutrition\, physical activity\, and weight loss.
There are two kinds of focus groups\: 1) for eligible kids\, and 2) for the parent/guardian of an eligible child. Each focus group will last for 2 hours.
Eligible Participants will be between the ages of 11-13\, a racial/ethnic minority\, and overweight. For your participation\, parents will receive $30 and kids will receive either $30 or a one-month membership to GoKids Boston (a $50 value).
To see if you or your child might be eligible and to learn more\, call\: Kristen at 617-287-7346.
http\://www.gokids-boston.org/
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081030T220000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081107T000000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/5154 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/5154 SUMMARY:[R]Overweight children ages 11-13 and Parents/Guardians\: Focus Groups DESCRIPTION:You are invited to come share your thoughts with us.
Researchers at UMass Boston are conducting small group discussions (focus groups) where we will ask you to share your thoughts about nutrition\, physical activity\, and weight loss.
There are two kinds of focus groups\: 1) for eligible kids\, and 2) for the parent/guardian of an eligible child. Each focus group will last for 2 hours.
Eligible Participants will be between the ages of 11-13\, a racial/ethnic minority\, and overweight. For your participation\, parents will receive $30 and kids will receive either $30 or a one-month membership to GoKids Boston (a $50 value).
To see if you or your child might be eligible and to learn more\, call\: Kristen at 617-287-7346.
http\://www.gokids-boston.org/
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081030T230000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081031T020000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/4226 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/4226 SUMMARY: Project Right\, Inc.'s 14th Annual Community Dinner DESCRIPTION:
thursday\, october 30\, 2008
6 pm - 9 pm
carver lodge\, russell auditorium
70 talbot ave.
tickets are $35 and up
(we are seeking donations to help subsidize tickets for our seniors and youth)
for more ticket and other information contact\:
nicole flynt\, project right\, inc.\, 617.541.5454.x105 or nflynt@projectright.org
we will also be seeking donors for ads in our program book and for items for
our silent aution (last year\, we had an autographed baseball from david ortiz
donated by the merengue restaurant)
our first table (eight seats) has been purchased by the roxbury ymca
come and enjoy good food\, music and company
we will have a special keynote speaker coming to the event!
And the bartender says\: Welcome to Martinis on the Avenue - Dotini Election Special!
Stop by the Blarney Stone in Fields Corner on Thursday\, Oct. 30\, 7\:00 - 10\:00 PM\, to celebrate the election season\, try out
the new President-ini\, and support SMAMS and Fields Corner Main Street's work
revitalizing our Dot Ave business districts.
Tickets are $30 in advance\,
$35 at the door. Admission includes the Blarney's great hors d'oeuvres\, a cash
bar\, and a live auction hosted by Craig Galvin.
Checks should be made
payable to Fields Corner Main
Street. For more info on the event and
tickets\, please call the Fields Corner Main Street office at
617-474-1432.
Thanks to our sponsors (as of press time)\: Century 21 Cahill Associates\, Vargas &\; Vargas
Insurance\, The Dorchester Reporter\,
Mt. Washington Bank\, Trinity
Financial\, Emmerson Animal Hospital\,
Just In Properties\, and Sovereign Bank.
FREE Countdown to Kindergarten Play to Learn Group for children ages 1-3 and their caregivers at the Holmes Elementary. Come play and learn with us! Any Boston resident with a 1-3 year old child can attend. Registration is required\, but is ongoing\, and each playgroup is limited to 8-15 families. The playgroup leader speaks English and Haitian. For more information\, please contact Marie Wade at 617-756-9650 or mwade@boston.k12.ma.us.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081102T233000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081103T020000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/3809 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/3809 SUMMARY:[R]Free Live Jazz Performances DESCRIPTION:Every Sunday from 6\:30 to 9\:00 p.m.\, there will be Live Jazz Performances by Kurtis Rivers and other musicians from the Boston area at the Ramsey Post #8772\, 54 Woodrow Ave.\, Dorchester\, MA.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081103T143000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081103T163000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/4628 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/4628 SUMMARY:[R]Free Parent-Child Playgroup at Kenny Elementary DESCRIPTION:FREE Countdown to Kindergarten Play to Learn Group for children ages 1-3 and their caregivers at Kenny Elementary. Come play and learn with us! Any Boston resident with a 1-3 year old child can attend. Registration is required\, but is ongoing\, and each playgroup is limited to 8-15 families. The playgroup leader speaks English and Spanish. For more information\, please contact Kendra Bucklin at 617-756-9492or kbucklin@boston.k12.ma.us.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081103T150000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081103T170000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/4644 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/4644 SUMMARY:[R]Free Parent-Child Playgroup at Lee Elementary/Lee Academy DESCRIPTION:FREE Countdown to Kindergarten Play to Learn Group for children ages 1-3 and their caregivers at Lee Elementary/Lee Academy. Come play and learn with us! Any Boston resident with a 1-3 year old child can attend. Registration is required\, but is ongoing\, and each playgroup is limited to 8-15 families. The playgroup leader speaks English and Haitian. For more information\, please contact Marie Wade at 617-756-9650 or mwade@boston.k12.ma.us.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081103T200000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081103T220000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/4659 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/4659 SUMMARY:[R]Free Parent-Child Playgroup at Lee Elementary/Lee Academy DESCRIPTION:FREE Countdown to Kindergarten Play to Learn Group for children ages 1-3 and their caregivers at Lee Elementary/Lee Academy. Come play and learn with us! Any Boston resident with a 1-3 year old child can attend. Registration is required\, but is ongoing\, and each playgroup is limited to 8-15 families. The playgroup leader speaks English and Haitian. For more information\, please contact Marie Wade at 617-756-9650 or mwade@boston.k12.ma.us.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081104T143000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081104T163000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/4671 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/4671 SUMMARY:[R]Free Parent-Child Playgroup at Holmes Elementary DESCRIPTION:FREE Countdown to Kindergarten Play to Learn Group for children ages 1-3 and their caregivers at Holmes Elementary. Come play and learn with us! Any Boston resident with a 1-3 year old child can attend. Registration is required\, but is ongoing\, and each playgroup is limited to 8-15 families. The playgroup leader speaks English and Haitian. For more information\, please contact Marie Wade at 617-756-9650 or mwade@boston.k12.ma.us.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081104T200000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081104T220000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/4923 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/4923 SUMMARY:[R]Free Parent-Child Playgroup at Holmes Elementary DESCRIPTION:FREE Countdown to Kindergarten Play to Learn Group for children ages 1-3 and their caregivers at Holmes Elementary. Come play and learn with us! Any Boston resident with a 1-3 year old child can attend. Registration is required\, but is ongoing\, and each playgroup is limited to 8-15 families. The playgroup leader speaks English and Haitian. For more information\, please contact Marie Wade at 617-756-9650 or mwade@boston.k12.ma.us.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081105T143000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081105T163000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/4407 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/4407 SUMMARY:[R]Free Parent-Child Playgroup at Holmes Elementary DESCRIPTION:FREE Countdown to Kindergarten Play to Learn Group for children ages 1-3 and their caregivers at the Holmes Elementary. Come play and learn with us! Any Boston resident with a 1-3 year old child can attend. Registration is required\, but is ongoing\, and each playgroup is limited to 8-15 families. The playgroup leader speaks English and Haitian. For more information\, please contact Marie Wade at 617-756-9650 or mwade@boston.k12.ma.us.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081105T210000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081105T230000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/4468 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/4468 SUMMARY:[R]Free Parent-Child Play Groups at Lee Elementary/Lee Academy DESCRIPTION:FREE Countdown to Kindergarten Play to Learn Group for children ages 1-3 and their caregivers at the Lee Elementary/Lee Academy. Come play and learn with us! Any Boston resident with a 1-3 year old child can attend. Registration is required\, but is ongoing\, and each playgroup is limited to 8-15 families. The playgroup leader speaks English and Haitian. For more information\, please contact Marie Wade at 617-756-9650 or mwade@boston.k12.ma.us.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081105T220000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081113T000000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/5152 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/5152 SUMMARY:[R]Overweight children ages 11-13 and Parents/Guardians\: Focus Groups DESCRIPTION:You are invited to come share your thoughts with us.
Researchers at UMass Boston are conducting small group discussions (focus groups) where we will ask you to share your thoughts about nutrition\, physical activity\, and weight loss.
There are two kinds of focus groups\: 1) for eligible kids\, and 2) for the parent/guardian of an eligible child. Each focus group will last for 2 hours.
Eligible Participants will be between the ages of 11-13\, a racial/ethnic minority\, and overweight. For your participation\, parents will receive $30 and kids will receive either $30 or a one-month membership to GoKids Boston (a $50 value).
To see if you or your child might be eligible and to learn more\, call\: Kristen at 617-287-7346.
http\://www.gokids-boston.org/
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081105T220000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081113T000000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/5155 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/5155 SUMMARY:[R]Overweight children ages 11-13 and Parents/Guardians\: Focus Groups DESCRIPTION:You are invited to come share your thoughts with us.
Researchers at UMass Boston are conducting small group discussions (focus groups) where we will ask you to share your thoughts about nutrition\, physical activity\, and weight loss.
There are two kinds of focus groups\: 1) for eligible kids\, and 2) for the parent/guardian of an eligible child. Each focus group will last for 2 hours.
Eligible Participants will be between the ages of 11-13\, a racial/ethnic minority\, and overweight. For your participation\, parents will receive $30 and kids will receive either $30 or a one-month membership to GoKids Boston (a $50 value).
To see if you or your child might be eligible and to learn more\, call\: Kristen at 617-287-7346.
http\://www.gokids-boston.org/
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081106T150000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081106T170000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/4910 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/4910 SUMMARY:[R]Free Parent-Child Playgroup at Kenny Elementary DESCRIPTION:FREE Countdown to Kindergarten Play to Learn Group for children ages 1-3 and their caregivers at Kenny Elementary. Come play and learn with us! Any Boston resident with a 1-3 year old child can attend. Registration is required\, but is ongoing\, and each playgroup is limited to 8-15 families. The playgroup leader speaks English and Haitian. For more information\, please contact Marie Wade at 617-756-9650 or mwade@boston.k12.ma.us.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081106T180000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081106T180000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/4260 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/4260 SUMMARY:[R] Classic Knits DESCRIPTION:
Thursdays at 2 p.m. Drop in for knitting\, or other crafts and listen to
a classic novel or mystery.
FREE Countdown to Kindergarten Play to Learn Group for children ages 1-3 and their caregivers at Kenny Elementary. Come play and learn with us! Any Boston resident with a 1-3 year old child can attend. Registration is required\, but is ongoing\, and each playgroup is limited to 8-15 families. The playgroup leader speaks English and Haitian. For more information\, please contact Marie Wade at 617-756-9650 or mwade@boston.k12.ma.us.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081106T220000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081107T003000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/4301 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/4301 SUMMARY:[R]Youth In Crisis - Making Changes In Young Peoples Lives DESCRIPTION:Every Thursday 5-7\:30pm\, Issues to be discussed to our community youth age 14- 24 come and get connected.
• Health
•Court Advocacy
• Conflict of Resolution
• Job Readiness (resumes)
• Computer Help
• And so much more…
For more info\: Anthony Robinson 774-244-7015
The monthly meeting of the Hancock Street Civic Association\, will be held the third Thursday of each month. Meet with Areas B &\; C Police\, State &\; City Representative\, and discuss issues. Find out what's really going on in the neighborhood!
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081107T143000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081107T163000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/4552 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/4552 SUMMARY:[R]Free Parent-Child Playgroups at Holmes Elementary DESCRIPTION:FREE Countdown to Kindergarten Play to Learn Group for children ages 1-3 and their caregivers at the Holmes Elementary. Come play and learn with us! Any Boston resident with a 1-3 year old child can attend. Registration is required\, but is ongoing\, and each playgroup is limited to 8-15 families. The playgroup leader speaks English and Haitian. For more information\, please contact Marie Wade at 617-756-9650 or mwade@boston.k12.ma.us.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20081012T033245Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081109T233000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081110T020000Z UID:http://scidorchester.org/node/3810 URL;VALUE=URI:http://scidorchester.org/node/3810 SUMMARY:[R]Free Live Jazz Performances DESCRIPTION:Every Sunday from 6\:30 to 9\:00 p.m.\, there will be Live Jazz Performances by Kurtis Rivers and other musicians from the Boston area at the Ramsey Post #8772\, 54 Woodrow Ave.\, Dorchester\, MA.
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