St. Marks Area Main Streets
The SMAMS Connection                                                              July 23, 2009



In this issue...
Farmers' Market Specials
"Launch Your Business" Clinic at Epiphany School Sept. 12
Teen Peer Leader Training/Jobs
Elsewhere in Dorchester
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Farmers' Market Specials!

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As the summer progresses and new crops ripen, our farmers' offerings will change, so be sure to visit often! 

A few highlights for this Friday - Face painting for the kids! Strawberry gazpacho and apple pies at Dot-2-Dot Cafe; Beautiful zucchini blossoms and pea tendrils at Flats Mentor Farm; Garlic and green beans coming in at Farmer Dave's, plus blueberries at their peak throughout August; Concord-grown sunflowers, guaranteed to brighten up the rainiest day, at Cedar Grove Gardens; Peaches, raspberries & corn at Spring Brook Farm.  Plus much more!

The market, sponsored by SMAMS, ODWIN Learning Center, Wainwright Bank and the Dorchester Environmental Health Coalition, runs every Friday through October 30, from 3 to 7 p.m., rain or shine.  We are located at ODWIN Learning Center, 1943 Dorchester Ave., across from Ashmont Station and the Carruth Building.
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To make this healthy food available to all, vendors accept Food Stamps, WIC coupons, and Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition coupons.  Food Stamps up to $10 will be matched by "Boston Bounty Bucks."

For more information, please call the SMAMS office at 617-825-3846.

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"Launch Your Business" Clinic at Epiphany School Sept. 12

The Boston Pledge, which has helped people throughout the world to start their own businesses, is bringing the program home to Boston on Saturday, Sept. 12, 1:00 - 3:00 PM at the Epiphany School, 154 Centre Street (next to Shawmut Station).

The program is for those just toying with the idea of starting a business, working on their business plans, or already in a small business but looking to move to the next level.  The program will provide:
  • Inspiration!
  • Tools to explore your business concept, make a business plan, and finance your venture
  • Information on funding sources
  • A chance to meet successful local entrepreneurs
  • Mentoring
The program is free, but attendance is limited to the first 100 registrants.  To register or for more information, please contact Nik at 508-740-9128 or LaunchYourBiz@gmail.com
Teen Peer Leader Training/Jobs

The Harbor Health Peer Leadership Program, co-sponsored by Harbor Health, Greater Boston Center for Healthy Communities, and SMAMS, will begin Wednesday, August 12 and continue weekly until Sept. 16, 4:00 - 5:30 PM, at GBCHC's office in Codman Square.  The program is free to Boston teens ages 16-18 and features:
  • Job Skills
  • Violence Prevention
  • Substance Abuse
  • Health Education
  • Outreach Skills
Teens who attend all classes and complete all course requirements will be appointed as per diem peer leaders for Harbor Health (which includes Neponset Health Center).

Spaces are limited!  For more information or to register, please contact Stacey Robinson at Harbor Health, 617-282-3200 x 167 or Srobinson@hhsi.us

Elsewhere in Dorchester...

Wainwright Park Weekday Fun and Saturday Cookouts -
Monday - Friday, July 6 - August 14, 11 AM - 4 PM, rain or shine.  All youth ages 8-17 welcome!  Recreational activities supervised by a young adult coordinator and two teen peer leaders.  Also, family cookouts, 11 AM - 4 PM on the following Saturdays:  July 25, August 15 & 29.  Enjoy food from the grill, games, and activities.   Sponsored by St. Mark Parish, the Office of Mayor Menino, the Boston Youth Fund, Boston R.O.C.K.S, Boston Center for Youth and Families, the Boston Police Athletic League, and Boston Police Area C-11.  For more information, contact Saint Mark's Rectory at 617-825-2852.

Dance honoring Fr. Dan Finn, benefiting the St. Mark Community Education and Citizenship Program - Saturday, July 25, 7 PM - midnight, at Florian Hall.  Dance and music by Erin's Melody.  For further information, please contact St. Mark's Rectory at 617-825-2852.