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Welcome to new SMAMS Executive Director Meaghan Overton
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New SMAMS Executive Director Meaghan Overton
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(From Dan) I have the pleasure of introducing you to SMAMS' new executive director, Meaghan Overton. Meaghan is a Dorchester resident with a Masters in Urban Planning & Public Policy from Tufts University - a great background for a Main Streets director. She also was a big help to SMAMS last year in doing a market research survey at our farmers' market. I've also had the pleasure and honor of working with many truly amazing people during my time at SMAMS. The list could go on endlessly, so unfortunately I won't be able to thank everyone by name, but you know who you are - residents, merchants, elected officials, public safety officers, city and state government staff, and SMAMS' many volunteers on our board and committees - thank you all! The changes that have taken place in our neighborhood over the past 13 years - a new Ashmont Station, the Carruth Building, the Peabody Square renovations, many new businesses, and renovations to existing shops - are a testament to what people can do when they work together. I'm sure that progress will continue, and so I'll put in one last call for volunteers - All are welcome! Thank you again. I'm looking forward to much great news from SMAMS with Meaghan at the helm. (From Meaghan) Many thanks to Dan, all of the volunteers and board members at SMAMS, and the business owners, residents, and community members who have welcomed me so warmly into the Executive Director position. I look forward to working with all of you to build on our previous accomplishments and develop a new vision for the future of the SMAMS District! If you have ideas, questions, or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact me. And if you'd like to volunteer, make a donation, or serve on a SMAMS committee, I would love to talk with you about how you can get involved! Thanks again for the incredibly warm welcome. I hope to see many of you at the SMAMS send-off for Dan on Tuesday, August 27 (6-8pm) at Tavolo. See you around the neighborhood soon!  | |
Dan Larner with Boston Main Streets founder Mayor Menino (Photo courtesy of Dorchester Reporter)
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"City Hall To Go" Truck Returns to Ashmont Station Wed. 8/28
The response to the City of Boston's "City Hall to Go" truck last month was overwhelming! The truck will return Wednesday, Aug. 28, 4-7 PM, in front of Flat Black at Ashmont Station. The truck features a wide range of City services, without the need for a trip downtown. For the "menu," please click here. Thanks to truck staffers Liz Bates and Hanania Joseph, and to Elizabeth Rios, Chris English, and Justin Holmes in the Mayor's Office for setup.
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City Hall To Go Truck staff Hanania Joseph (left) and Liz Bates
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Stock up for Your Labor Day Cookout at the Farmers' Market!
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Spring Brook Farm, with Irie Roots Band in the background (photo copyright Lianne Ames)
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The Ashmont/Peabody Square Farmers' Market has the freshest veggies for salads and roasting, locally caught fish for grilling, watermelons, flowers for the table, and desserts! Our fantastic vendors include: Langwater Farm of Easton, organic fruits & veggies; Spring Brook Farm of Littleton, celebrating their 300th birthday! Cedar Grove Gardens, featuring fresh flowers, herbs, plants; Sweet Life Bakery & Cafe, with delicious breads and pastries; Red's Best Seafood, with fresh fish from Massachusetts waters; and the Dorchester Arts Collaborative, offering handmade artwork from local artists. Market vendors accept SNAP (food stamps) and WIC coupons. Get up to $20 worth of produce at half price by matching your SNAP benefits with Boston Bounty Bucks!Thanks to our market sponsors!
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Commercial Space Available
The SMAMS district is a great neighborhood to open your business! The spaces below are available. If you're interested, please contact the SMAMS office - 617-825-3846 or office@smams.org - and we'll put you in touch with the owner or broker (SMAMS is not a broker, and we don't take a fee).
And for more info on the district, please click here!
(Please note, some photos on links show view near the building rather than view of the building.)
- 1676 Dorchester Ave
- Near Centre Street
- Approx. 8,000 sf, can be divided
- Exterior newly renovated
- 1720 Dorchester Ave
- Across from St. Mark's Church
- Approx. 800-900 sf of garage space
- Loading bay, freight elevator
- Parking in rear
- 1773 Dorchester Ave
- Corner of Lonsdale St/Welles Ave
- Several small office spaces
- High-traffic intersection with new traffic light and sidewalks
- 1855 Dorchester Ave
- 2,500 sf 1st floor, 2,000 sf in basement
- Built out with several medical exam rooms
- One Peabody Square
- Intersection of Dorchester Ave & Ashmont Street
- Next to Peabody Square Clock Park and Ashmont Station
- Approx. 2,800 sf
- Former chiropractor's office
- 1980 Dorchester Ave
- At corner of Beale Street, next to Ashmont Station
- Approx. 800 sf
- Former doctor's office
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