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Louisa May Alcott Performance
Travel back to Civil War times, visit with one of America's most beloved authors, Louisa May Alcott, author of Little Women. This captivating living history experience will focus on Louisa May's Civil War experiences, part of the Boston Public Library's commemoration of the 150th anniversary of the Civil War.
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 Men of Boston Annual Event!
Each year, more than 1,000 festive party-goers gather under the big tent in Codman Square, Dorchester to raise funds and awareness, improving women's health. Everyone is invited to enjoy delectable samplings from Boston's finest restaurants, served by celebrity male chefs, veritable "who's who" from Boston's business, political, entertainment, and hospitality worlds. Visit www.menofboston.com for tickets! | |
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 Dorchester Park Gala V
The popular Gala in the Park returns for its fifth installment on Friday, and Dot Park events continue all weekend. All events happen in Dorchester Park and all proceeds benefit DPA's endowment fund to preserve and improve the Park.Friday evening's Gala features cocktails and background music by Soul City Band, an excellent dinner by Gourmet Caterers, an auction of wonderful items, and dancing.
Come back Saturday morning for a family pancake breakfast in the Park. Saturday evening, there will be a Pops-style concert with the Dorchester Symphony Orchestra, featuring the Boston City Singers, also under the big tent. On Sunday, there will be a Classic Car Show - admission is free! See www.dotpark.org for tickets!
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 Move the Planet with DEHC
DotBike and the Dorchester Environmental Health Coalition (DEHC) will be leading a group biking from Peabody Square, Dorchester to downtown Boston to join in the giant Moving Planet rally (http://moving-newengland.org/).
DEHC and DotBike need artists to help make banners, signs, t-shirts, etc. to display during the Moving Planet event - an art party will be held Thurs., September 22nd at 450 Washington Street.
Fore more information about Thursday's art party and Saturday's event, please email Sarah at sarah.cadorette@gmail.com, or check the DEHC website (http://www.dehc.org/) for updates.
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 Rockin' with Raptors Festival
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Come to the Boston Nature Center and celebrate the ninth anniversary of the George Robert White Environmental Conservation Center. This event features great entertainment, including Live Raptors from Blue Hills Trailside Museum, the Animal Adventures Petting Zoo, the New England Aquarium Touch Tank, face painting, arts & crafts, Branches Steel Orchestra, Green Bag Raffles, a cookout, cake & ice cream. Rain or shine, Rockin' with Raptors is free!
The Boston Nature Center is located at 500 Walk Hill Street, Mattapan, MA 02126. For more information, call 617.983.8500, or email bnc@massaudubon.org .
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 CHAMPS Boston All-Girls Celebration
CHAMPS Boston will be hosting an "All Girls Celebration of CHAMPS" which will include physical activity classes(hip hop dance, step, zumba, etc.), healthy cooking demonstrations and a coaches clinic for the adult coached/youth workers/chaperones who work with young girls.
This event will be tied into a "back to school" campaign where every girl will receive backpacks and other school supplies. All participants will also be automatically entered to win other prizes such as an opportunity to participate in the Million Hour Challenge as well as an opportunity for a meet and greet with Boston Celtic's own Paul Pierce during his private event. For more information click on the link below.
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7th Annual Hub on Wheels Bike Ride
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 Experience a car-free Storrow Drive, explore hidden pathways and historic neighborhoods, and take in views of the Boston Harbor that you've never seen before. Codman Square is one of the stops along the route! The same day, the Boloco Block Party, featuring music, games and fun; and the TD Bank Mayor's Cup, a professional race; will enliven City Hall. now for what's sure to be the best ride of the year! Want a free lunch, free t-shirt, and a warm, fuzzy feeling? Consider volunteering.
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Missile Gap Forum & CIA Preview
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 Preceding the Kennedy Library Forum on the 50th Anniversary of the Missile Gap Controversy, there will be a special CIA-sponsored conference. In September 1961, President Kennedy was officially notified by the CIA that the United States had surpassed the Soviet Union in missiles, dispelling the notion of Soviet superiority in the arms race. All forums are free and open to the public. Reservations are strongly recommended. To make a reservation, call 617.514.1643.
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Pre liminary City Council Election
The Preliminary Municipal Election for City Council Districts 2, 3, and 7 is on Tuesday, September 27, 2011. Polling locations will be open from 7am to 8pm. To search for polling location and voter registration go to www.cityofboston.gov/elections/. |
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Save The Date
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~Wed. Sept. 28: Dot Ave Zoning Meeting
~Wed. Oct 5: #Roxtweet Meetup
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Dorchester Flashback
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Dorchester Illustration of the Day no. 1634
Postcard. Caption on front: The Arch, Franklin Park, Boston, Mass. Postally
unused. Ca. 1910.
If you would like to receive a historical image via daily e-mail, please join the Dorchester Historical Society's group by joining this google group. You may also want to contact Earl Taylor.
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SCI Dorchester's mission is to strengthen the Dorchester community by connecting diverse individuals and organizations through civic engagement initiatives. We envision a community where individuals are strongly connected to their neighbors and play an active role in shaping the destiny of our community. This increase in 'social capital' will result in a community that is safer, healthier and more vital. For more information click here.
The mission of DotWell is to work in collaboration with our founding health center partners - Codman Square Health Center and Dorchester House Multi-Service Center -
to provide integrated clinical and community services that address
health disparities, build social capital, and meet the complex needs of
our communities.
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The SCIDorchester @ DotWell eblast is brought to you every Wednesday. To subscribe to the eBLAST: eBlast@mydorchester.org
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