We got the following notice form BPD. It's outside of Eight Streets, but a notice to always be vigilant
[BPD] want to let the various neighborhood associations know that we areseeing a slight increase in robberies, which have been mostly confinedto the Southwest Corridor, as well as B&E's (breaking/entering) to residences. We want to remind everyone that if they see anyone suspicious and out of place, particularly in the alleys, to please call911 (or 617-343-4911 from your cell) immediately.
Thursday, February 28, 2008
Monday, February 25, 2008
Are you interested in meeting with DPW and BTD?
The City is holding neighborhood forum with neighborhood leaders and the Chief of Public Works and Transportation and members of their staff. At these forum meetings, we will discuss “related issues”, including recycling, street sweeping, snow removal, trash, sanitation, road construction, etc. It looks to be partially informative, to let us know what the rules are, and part interactive to get feedback and ideas.
In an effort to get more ESNA members involved in the NA, I’m asking if anyone would like to join me and participate in these meetings. This is a chance to get more involved in the neighborhood goings on, and to interact with city leaders. If interested, you would need to commit to the Last Thursday of every month, beginning this week through June.
Please let me know if you’re interested, and I can pass on the agenda and discuss the meetings with you.
In an effort to get more ESNA members involved in the NA, I’m asking if anyone would like to join me and participate in these meetings. This is a chance to get more involved in the neighborhood goings on, and to interact with city leaders. If interested, you would need to commit to the Last Thursday of every month, beginning this week through June.
Please let me know if you’re interested, and I can pass on the agenda and discuss the meetings with you.
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
Trash pickup times
A reminder to everyone, Trash pickup can begin as early as 7am on trash day. People have gotten used to later pickups, and this past Monday people ended up putting trash out after collection had happened.
Please remember to put your trash out early on day of pickup. And remember, if you put the trash out at 10am, and you're the only bag left on the street, you may have missed them...
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
BYF Summer Job Registration
Youths between 15 and 18 can register for summer jobs with the Boston Youth Fund. COmplete details can be found at http://www.bostonyouthzone.com/teenzone/employment/byf/ Registration deadline in March 19th
Tuesday, February 05, 2008
LandWave Fundraising Event
Evening everyone.
I'd like to pass on this announcement for the LandWave fundraiser. LandWave is the public art installation that will go on behind the ball field in Peters Park on Washingston street.
For more details on LandWave, to see artist rendersings and the project history, or to contribute on your own, please visit http://www.LandWave.org/
- J
We hope you will be able to join us on Tuesday, February 12th, 6 to 8 PM at the Bernard Toale Gallery (featuring the work of four photographers in Picturing India) at 450 Harrison Avenue for our LandWave reception. LandWave—the public artwork commissioned for the South End’s Peters Park—will soon be a highly visible and strikingly beautiful presence in Peters Park on Washington Street, marking the narrowest part of the historic Neck to the Shawmut Peninsula. We now seeking the last dollars as we move forward to break ground.
There will be good wine, good food (from Oishii), good friends and the opportunity to learn more about this exciting public art project directly from the lead artist, Shauna Gillies-Smith. It will be a good time for a good cause. Your contribution of $125 is payable (check or cash) at the door. Please let us know that you are coming (McQueenStudio@rcn.com); your RSVPs will help us gauge how much food and wine to have.
In the meantime, please enjoy our new website at www.LandWave.org . You will also be interested in the sites of the lead artist at www.GroundInc.com, construction advisor Gregor Smith at www.Smith-StJohn.com and our event sponsors,www.OishiiBoston.com, www.BernardToaleGallery.com and www.BeOurGuest.com.
(Please excuse us if you've received multiple emails. We are using several different mailing lists to spread the word as widely as possible. Of course, you are welcome to forward this to friends.)
Ann McQueen and Bob Wells
Neck Art Project: LandWave Co-chairs
Contact Ann at:
617-948-9302 (McQueenStudio)
McQueenStudio@rcn.com
Contact Bob at:
617-763-8983 (mobile)
BobW@Intersystems.com
I'd like to pass on this announcement for the LandWave fundraiser. LandWave is the public art installation that will go on behind the ball field in Peters Park on Washingston street.
For more details on LandWave, to see artist rendersings and the project history, or to contribute on your own, please visit http://www.LandWave.org/
- J
We hope you will be able to join us on Tuesday, February 12th, 6 to 8 PM at the Bernard Toale Gallery (featuring the work of four photographers in Picturing India) at 450 Harrison Avenue for our LandWave reception. LandWave—the public artwork commissioned for the South End’s Peters Park—will soon be a highly visible and strikingly beautiful presence in Peters Park on Washington Street, marking the narrowest part of the historic Neck to the Shawmut Peninsula. We now seeking the last dollars as we move forward to break ground.
There will be good wine, good food (from Oishii), good friends and the opportunity to learn more about this exciting public art project directly from the lead artist, Shauna Gillies-Smith. It will be a good time for a good cause. Your contribution of $125 is payable (check or cash) at the door. Please let us know that you are coming (McQueenStudio@rcn.com); your RSVPs will help us gauge how much food and wine to have.
In the meantime, please enjoy our new website at www.LandWave.org . You will also be interested in the sites of the lead artist at www.GroundInc.com, construction advisor Gregor Smith at www.Smith-StJohn.com and our event sponsors,
(Please excuse us if you've received multiple emails. We are using several different mailing lists to spread the word as widely as possible. Of course, you are welcome to forward this to friends.)
Ann McQueen and Bob Wells
Neck Art Project: LandWave Co-chairs
Contact Ann at:
617-948-9302 (McQueenStudio)
McQueenStudio@rcn.com
Contact Bob at:
617-763-8983 (mobile)
BobW@Intersystems.com
Thursday, January 31, 2008
Giorgiana's gets reviewed
A review of recently opened Giorgiana's deli/convenience store appears in this week's Boston Phoenix. Giorgiana's is on Tremont on the corner of Milford St. (in case you've manged to miss it)
Shortcut to the review on line - http://tinyurl.com/3b38ms
Shortcut to the review on line - http://tinyurl.com/3b38ms
Tuesday, January 08, 2008
Wanna vote?
A reminder - if you wish to vote in the Feb 5th primaries, and are not yet a registered voter, you need to register by January 16th. Boston voter information can be found at http://www.cityofboston.gov/elections/
If you are not registered with a party affiliation, you can still vote in the primaries. WHen you go to vote you declare yourself to be in one of the parties (you have to pick), vote in the primary, then immediately fil out a form to un-enroll yourself from the party. A pain, but you do get to vote in the primary. (Not sure if you can do this if you are in a party - pick some other party then register back. Anyone know??)
If you are not registered with a party affiliation, you can still vote in the primaries. WHen you go to vote you declare yourself to be in one of the parties (you have to pick), vote in the primary, then immediately fil out a form to un-enroll yourself from the party. A pain, but you do get to vote in the primary. (Not sure if you can do this if you are in a party - pick some other party then register back. Anyone know??)
Saturday, January 05, 2008
MBTA & groundwater
Passing on this notice from the MBTA:
The final public workshop for MBTA Groundwater Action Plan . The workshop will be held on Wednesday, January 30, 2008 at The Boston Renaissance Public Charter School (250 Stuart Street) from 6 PM to 8 PM. The notice will appear in the Bay Back Sun on January 18 and 25, Boston Courant on January 19 and 26, and South End News on January 17 and 24. I hope you will be able to attend. I would also ask that you spread the word about this workshop. If anyone has any questions or concerns in the meantime, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Regards,
scott darling, III
Environmental and Land Use Counsel
MBTA, Law Department
Ten Park Plaza, Suite 7760
Boston, MA 02116
ph: 617.222.3174
fax: 617.222.3194
Wednesday, January 02, 2008
Happy New Year everyone!
Just a reminder that even though it is the first Wednesday of the month, there will be NO January meeting tonight. Look for us to resume on the first Wednesday in February, 2/6.
Someone had asked me about the clear trash bags we can now use for the combined recycling – I have seen them at Shaws – Shaws brand clear plastic 30 gallon bags. They are also supposed to be available at Foodies, but I haven’t checked yet.
Now that we’ve been smacked with snow, I thought I’d send a nice snow reminder. One of your best city resources is http://www.cityofboston.gov/snow/ This web lists rules and regulations for snow removal. While most of ESNA was snow free, there were some exceptions… Also, don’t forget to shovel out your local fire plug!!!
On the city web site (http://www.cityofboston.gov/notification/registration.asp) you can sign up to get an email when the city declares a snow emergency – a nice reminder for those who use street parking.
And a final reminder that the ESNA email list (eightstreets@yahoogroups.com or http://groups.yahoo.com/group/eightstreets/) is available for two-way discussions!!! As the building boom has ‘subsided’ and everything in the neighborhood is, in general, doing well, Eight Streets needs to start thinking about what we want to do with ourselves… We’ve chatted in the meetings about moving towards a more speaker/topic oriented meeting plan, having more activities, and maybe concentrate on fundraising. If you have any thoughts or ideas, please feel free to email them out to the NA and we can start some discussion!
Hope everyone has a great 2008!
- J
Just a reminder that even though it is the first Wednesday of the month, there will be NO January meeting tonight. Look for us to resume on the first Wednesday in February, 2/6.
Someone had asked me about the clear trash bags we can now use for the combined recycling – I have seen them at Shaws – Shaws brand clear plastic 30 gallon bags. They are also supposed to be available at Foodies, but I haven’t checked yet.
Now that we’ve been smacked with snow, I thought I’d send a nice snow reminder. One of your best city resources is http://www.cityofboston.gov/snow/ This web lists rules and regulations for snow removal. While most of ESNA was snow free, there were some exceptions… Also, don’t forget to shovel out your local fire plug!!!
On the city web site (http://www.cityofboston.gov/notification/registration.asp) you can sign up to get an email when the city declares a snow emergency – a nice reminder for those who use street parking.
And a final reminder that the ESNA email list (eightstreets@yahoogroups.com or http://groups.yahoo.com/group/eightstreets/) is available for two-way discussions!!! As the building boom has ‘subsided’ and everything in the neighborhood is, in general, doing well, Eight Streets needs to start thinking about what we want to do with ourselves… We’ve chatted in the meetings about moving towards a more speaker/topic oriented meeting plan, having more activities, and maybe concentrate on fundraising. If you have any thoughts or ideas, please feel free to email them out to the NA and we can start some discussion!
Hope everyone has a great 2008!
- J
Monday, December 10, 2007
Meet the BPS Superintendant
Your chance to tell the new BPS Superintendent what YOU want for the schools
Community Meeting with Dr. Carol Johnson, new BPS Superintendent
Tuesday, Dec. 11, 6-8pm @ USES' Tubman House
(dinner, child care & Spanish translation provided)
Youth, Youth Workers, & Parents are all encouraged to attend
Sponsored by YWA and The Neighborhood Forum, a program of United South End Settlements
Flier attached and can be downloaded at http://www.uses.org/
- What are your priorities for improvements?
- Do you want more funding for arts?
- Should every student have a textbook to take home?
Community Meeting with Dr. Carol Johnson, new BPS Superintendent
Tuesday, Dec. 11, 6-8pm @ USES' Tubman House
(dinner, child care & Spanish translation provided)
Youth, Youth Workers, & Parents are all encouraged to attend
Sponsored by YWA and The Neighborhood Forum, a program of United South End Settlements
Flier attached and can be downloaded at http://www.uses.org/
Monday, November 26, 2007
Tree lighting on Saturday
The annual "Enchanted trolley tour and Tree lighting) will take place This Saturday, December 1 at 4:15pm at the BCA Plaza. Tree lighting, usually free food & drink, stuff for kids, and of course the S man himself.
More information can be found at the City's Arts pages at http://www.cityofboston.gov/arts/
More information can be found at the City's Arts pages at http://www.cityofboston.gov/arts/
Meet your congressman tonight
Our Congressman, Mike Capuano, is having another "Telephone community meeting" tonight. His announcement is below.
Just a reminder that today, Monday November 26th from 7:00 – 8:00 PM, I [Mike Capuano] am hosting a telephone community meeting. Anyone interested in participating may dial 1-866-447-5149 and use PIN # 13034 at the scheduled time to listen in. If you would like to ask me a question, just press *3 after you are connected to the meeting. I hope you have some time to join us on the 26th.
Just a reminder that today, Monday November 26th from 7:00 – 8:00 PM, I [Mike Capuano] am hosting a telephone community meeting. Anyone interested in participating may dial 1-866-447-5149 and use PIN # 13034 at the scheduled time to listen in. If you would like to ask me a question, just press *3 after you are connected to the meeting. I hope you have some time to join us on the 26th.
Monday, November 12, 2007
Cleanup THIS weekend - Any takers?
As we discussed in this month’s meeting, THIS Saturday is the South End Boston Shines/Cleanup day. While Eight Streets doesn’t have an official neighborhood-wide cleanup, groups of residents or streets can have their own.
Please let me know by Tuesday if you will be holding your own local cleanup. I’ll let the City know to have the extra supplies on hand.
Also – the city will again have clear plastic recycling bags on hand to give away for free, as well as more information on recycling in general. I’ll post any more infor/schedule on our Blog as the weekend approaches.
Please let me know by Tuesday if you will be holding your own local cleanup. I’ll let the City know to have the extra supplies on hand.
Also – the city will again have clear plastic recycling bags on hand to give away for free, as well as more information on recycling in general. I’ll post any more infor/schedule on our Blog as the weekend approaches.
Wednesday, November 07, 2007
Next Ringgold Park fountain meeting
Thursday, November 8, 6 to 8 PM:
Landscape architects present TWO designs for water feature for
consideration and discussion by the community. YOUR feedback
is taken away to help refine a final design.
The Blackstone Community Center, 50 West Brookline Street
Landscape architects present TWO designs for water feature for
consideration and discussion by the community. YOUR feedback
is taken away to help refine a final design.
The Blackstone Community Center, 50 West Brookline Street
Meet your city councilor! (2nd meeting)
A reminder the second of 2 meeting with City Councilor Linehan will take place THIS Thursday, 11/8 from 6-7:30 at the Salvation Army building (old post office) at 1500 Wachingston street. This is a short walk from Foodies...
There was moderate turnout at the last meeting, with some questions for the coincilor. Remember, Bill works for YOU. If you have problems with any neighborhood-wide issues, this is the time to bring it up. Police, valets, parks, traffic, taxes, BRA, licensing, schools, etc. These are all issues the councilor can look into, call hearings, or take some kind of action item.
If you have any city issues, don't complain to your neighbors - complain to your Councilor! If you missed the first meeting, or were just unable to make it - this is your opportunity! Remember, if we don't show the councilor we have interest in our neighborhood, he might lose interest in us!
There was moderate turnout at the last meeting, with some questions for the coincilor. Remember, Bill works for YOU. If you have problems with any neighborhood-wide issues, this is the time to bring it up. Police, valets, parks, traffic, taxes, BRA, licensing, schools, etc. These are all issues the councilor can look into, call hearings, or take some kind of action item.
If you have any city issues, don't complain to your neighbors - complain to your Councilor! If you missed the first meeting, or were just unable to make it - this is your opportunity! Remember, if we don't show the councilor we have interest in our neighborhood, he might lose interest in us!
Monday, November 05, 2007
Next Bio Lab lecture
The Community Liaison Committee of the Bisoafety Lab invites you to attend the upcoming Educational Forum on Monday, November 5, 2007 at 6:30 p.m. The forum will be held at the Gymnasium at Cathedral High.
Click on the image below for more details and the full (ongoing) schedule.
Click on the image below for more details and the full (ongoing) schedule.
Friday, November 02, 2007
Park opening MOVED to Sunday
NOTICE - because of the impending inclement weater on Saturday, the Peters Park Grand Opening Celebration has been postponed to Sunday, November 4th at 2:30pm. Al the same entertainment (see link above) should be there.
Friday, October 26, 2007
Meeting on Towing
Do you like towing for street cleaning? Hate it?
Councillors Flaherty and Linehan would like to remind you about Monday's
public hearing to discuss towing in the City of Boston (see attached
hearing notice). They welcome your attendance and ideas on how the
city's street cleaning program could be improved, in particular the
towing policy.
The hearing is Monday, Oct. 29th at 6pm in the Iannella Chamber on the
5th floor of Boston City Hall. If you haven't already, please let us
know if you plan to attend. Also, feel free to pass this
message/hearing notice along to friends and family.
Councillors Flaherty and Linehan would like to remind you about Monday's
public hearing to discuss towing in the City of Boston (see attached
hearing notice). They welcome your attendance and ideas on how the
city's street cleaning program could be improved, in particular the
towing policy.
The hearing is Monday, Oct. 29th at 6pm in the Iannella Chamber on the
5th floor of Boston City Hall. If you haven't already, please let us
know if you plan to attend. Also, feel free to pass this
message/hearing notice along to friends and family.
Is this useful
Well, we've already passed 100 posts on our blog here. I hope everyone finds this useful, and can take part in the many meetings and activities that we announce here!!
- J
- J
Thursday, October 25, 2007
Free clear plastic recycling bags
City’s “Recycle More” Pilot Program to Give Away Clear Plastic Bags
Saturday, October 27
Saturday, October 27
South End residents have an opportunity to obtain free clear plastic bags to be used for their recycling on Saturday, October 27 at the Boston Center for the Arts on Tremont Street from 10AM to Noon.
Recycling in the South End just got a lot easier. This month, Boston Public Works Department (PWD) initiated the ‘Recycle More’ pilot program. South End residents can now mix their paper, cardboard, bottles, cans and plastic containers together, and put it all in a clear plastic bag. No more sorting, and no more having to store a recycling bin.
For more information, please visit www.cityofboston.gov/publicworks/recycling or contact the PWD Recycling Program at 617-635-4959.
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