West Nile Virus-Positive Mosquitoes Detected in Hyde Park, North Dorchester
August 31, 2010
Two more mosquito pools in Boston have tested positive for West Nile Virus (WNV), the Boston Public Health Commission reported today. One positive pool was found in North Dorchester and the other in Hyde Park for the first time this season. Previously, infected mosquitoes have been detected in North Dorchester and West Roxbury. Multiple positive mosquito pools suggest that WNV is likely to be present throughout the city. There has been one human case of WNV in Boston – a 46-year-old Boston woman whose case was confirmed Aug. 27. She has since recovered.
Since June, larvicide has been placed into city catch basins designed to reduce the number of mosquitoes in the city. Spraying has been done for mosquito nuisance control in parts of some neighborhoods, but there are currently no plans to expand spraying throughout the city.
AUTISM RIDE, RAFFLE AND FAMILY FUN DAY
August 29, 2010
Technology for Autism Now, Inc., a local non-profit that develops technology applications for autistic students is holding a motorcycle ride, raffle and family fun day on Sunday September 12, 2010. Registration for the ride begins at 9:30 at Paramount Harley-Davidson in Framingham, and the riders leave Paramount at 12:00. They will ride from Framingham to Millenium Park and end at West Roxbury High School. Family Fun Day will be held from 1-3:30 at the High School with food, balloons, bouncy house, DJ and more! Take a chance on winning a brand new Harley-Davidson motorcycle in the grand raffle-only 400 tickets will be sold. Additional raffle items, including spa and restaurant gift certificates, gourmet baskets and Boston sports team gear will be available for your winning ticket! Come join the fun and help out local kids who need assistance to learn and communicate. For more information or to purchase motorcycle raffle tickets contact Marie at kidsarecool@me.com
Roxbury Latin Summer Theater presents William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream
August 15, 2010
Join us for this tale of young love, magical sprites and merry wanderers of the night, an innovative classic version of Shakespeare’s best loved comic masterpiece. As the height of summer comes to a close and before fall shows its autumnal bloom, ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’, one of Shakespeare’s best loved plays, comes to Roxbury Latin this August. In a world of lovers, royalty, sprites, faeries, goblins, elves and shambolic actors, a magical romantic comedy will unfold before your eyes within the walls of Roxbury Latin’s Smith Theater.
Roxbury Latin Summer Theater is a new and exciting professional theater project sponsored by The Roxbury Latin School. For our inaugural production, we offer an entertaining, imaginative, classically bold interpretation of this colorful masterpiece. It will be a production that promises to delight and enthrall audiences of all ages, and theatrical experiences. Read more
Halfway to St Patrick’s Day 5k September 19th
August 10, 2010
The Boston Police Emerald Society is hosting its second Halfway to St. Patrick’s Day 5K Road Race, on Sunday September 19 at 11am, to benefit Cops for Kids with Cancer.
Preregistration fee is $25 and race day registration is $30. The race is a United States Track & Field-approved course starting at the Emerald Society Hall in Roslindale Village and continues through the Arnold Arboretum before finishing back at the hall.
For more information and registration go to the Emerald Society 5k website at www.emeraldsociety5k.org. See you there!!
Local Boston Latin Cheerleaders chosen to perform in London’s New Year’s Day Parade
August 9, 2010
Ashleigh Primack, Mari Ross and Bethany Castellano
Bethany Castellano, Ashleigh Primack and Mari Ross, cheerleaders at Boston Latin School, have been selected to be among more than 1,000 high school cheerleaders from across the U.S. who will be performing in the world famous London New Year’s Day Parade.
The BLS students qualified for the trip after being selected as an “All American” by Universal Cheerleaders Association (UCA). All Americans are selected to try out based on superior cheerleading skills at camps across the country. Approximately only 10% of the cheerleaders who attend UCA summer camps earn the chance to march in the holiday spectacular.
The girls, along with their coach, Shana Melcher need to raise $10,580.00 to fund the trip. All donations and/or sponsorships would be welcomed and greatly appreciated. You can give your donation to any member, or stop by any Citizens Bank, and tell them you’d like to support THE Friends OF LONDON ALL AMERICAN TOUR. You can also drop a check in the mail to Citizen’s Bank, 1999 Centre St. West Roxbury, MA 02132. Any amount would be greatly appreciated!! For further information email Mrs. Castellano at vhcaste@aol.com.
Fitness Together Dedham Launches Type 2 Diabetes Study-Invites Local Residents to Participate
August 3, 2010
Some of the newest clients exercising at area Fitness Together in Dedham are doing more than stepping on a scale to chart their progress. They’re giving blood.
They are part of a type 2 diabetes observational study being conducted by area Fitness Together studios to examine the impact of a 26-week individualized fitness training program. Regular blood glucose tests with a small prick on the finger are as important as the exercise in measuring safe success.
“Diabetes is a major health issue affecting more than 24 million Americans, and our franchisees have told us they are happy to have a chance to make a difference,” says Jeff Jervik, president and CEO of Fitness Together Holdings, Inc.
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Parkway Youths Earn Boston College High School Honors
July 31, 2010
Connor W. Woods ’12 and Brendan D. Casey ’13 of West Roxbury, and Padraig R. O’Brien ’11 and Ross J. Merlin ‘12 of Roslindale achieved High Honors for the Fourth Quarter at Boston College High School. For High Honors a student must have at least a 3.8 quality point average and all grades “C+” or higher.
Austin L. Guiney ’13 and Osaevbie Woghiren ‘13, also of Roslindale, achieved Honors, earning at least a 3.2 QPA and all grades “C-” or higher.
Boston College High School is a Jesuit, Catholic, college-preparatory school for young men founded in 1863. The school enrolls approximately 1300 students from some 100 communities in eastern Massachusetts.
Mayor Menino Celebrates Hyde Park Main Streets’ 15th Anniversary
July 26, 2010
Last Friday, Mayor Thomas M. Menino joined the Hyde Park Main Streets Board and members of the Hyde Park community to celebrate the district’s 15th anniversary at a fundraising event dubbed Destination Hyde Park, which took place at the George Wright Golf Course Clubhouse on West Street in Hyde Park. Guests enjoyed the music of Daniel Ian Smith’s Jazz Quartet, as well as performances by Riverside Theatre Works, and the music of local disk jockey Kevin Stallings.
In presenting “Recognition Awards” to former Hyde Park Main Streets executive directors Janice Kenney, and Karen O’Connell, and past board presidents Norman Williamson, Brian Clinton, Lisa Consalvo and Scott Batey, Mayor Menino lauded community members for their commitment to the neighborhood, and thanked them for their dedication to Hyde Park Main Streets. Read more
Asian Longhorned Beetles Discovered on Grounds of Faulkner Hospital
July 7, 2010
Six infested trees in Jamaica Plain removed this morning represent first confirmed Massachusetts presence of ALB outside Worcester County
To report suspicious tree damage, call the toll-free Asian longhorned beetle hotline at 866-702-9938. A community meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, July 13, from 6-8 p.m. in the Franklin Park Clubhouse on Circuit Drive in Franklin Park.
An education session for those involved in the wood and wood products industries will be Thursday, July 8, from 1:30-4:30 p.m. in the Franklin Park Clubhouse on Circuit Drive in Franklin Park. Read more
Ride Your Bike Day July 10 at Roslindale Farmers’ Market
July 5, 2010
Keeping with the theme of providing local produce, products and resources for the community, Roslindale Farmers’ Market will sponsor Ride Your Bike Day in conjunction with RozzieBikes, a neighborhood organization devoted to making Roslindale a better place to ride your bike by advocating for street improvements, bike parking, bike routes, bike lanes, and mixed-use paths. The special theme day promoting the use, care and maintenance of bicycles will be on Saturday, July 10 from 9:00 am to 1:30 pm in Adams Park at the intersection of Washington Street and Cummins Highway, Roslindale.
Farmers’ market shoppers, families and bike enthusiasts are encouraged to ride their bike to the farmers market and have their bike parked at the bike valet stop, compliments of RozzieBikes. There will be a variety of bike-related activities including free bike repair and tune ups provided by the Boston Cyclists’ Union. RozzieBikes will also provide an assortment of information and guides on bike riding in Boston and provide Bike Charlie Cards which provide access to safe, secure bicycle parking at Forest Hills and Alewife MBTA stations. Bring your kids for a short ride on fairly flat streets from Adams Park across Roslindale to the Dale Street Playground and back. Read more
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