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Congratulations to George's Shoes for 100 Years! |
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The George's Shoes Family, including current owner Susan Baroff, Ben Abrams - son of namesake George, and Leslie Natale, manager of JP store. Photo by Deborah J. Karson Photography. |
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First Open Streets in Jamaica Plain
The streets were packed with lively activity for Open Streets on Sunday, July 10. JP Centre/South Main Streets used the time to celebrate the 100 Year Anniversary of George's Shoes at 669 Centre St. Our city councilors and Mayor were on hand to...
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Saturday Morning Cartoons! |
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Harkening back to the days when Saturday morning meant a wealth of cartoons on television for kids, JP Movie Night and Cada Dia have teamed up to offer a morning of animation for kids.
On Saturday, July 30, from 9-11am, Cada Dia at 7 Burroughs Street will open its doors to all ticketed kids (and their parents/guardians) to watch a series of animated shorts. Included in the ticket price will be a Cada Dia beverage, a baked treat for each child, and a comfortable spot to watch some fine cartoons.
On view will be four short kid-friendly (age 5+) animations:
Never Live Above a Psychic
Cows & Cows & Cows
Alice's Brown Derby
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Dust Buddies
This promises to be fun for the kids and parents alike.
Masks are strongly encouraged for all attendees, but proof of vaccination will be required for entry.
Sponsored by The Cooperative Bank, and Ken Sazama Real Estate.
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ELIOT SCHOOLYARD CONCERTS
Every Sunday now through September, 4pm. Admission free; donations gratefully accepted. Bring your own seats. (No dogs, please.)
Founding sponsors: Sazama Real Estate, Kevin Cradock Builders, and The Record Co.
July 24: Akili Jamal Haynes
Akili Jamal Haynes creates unfettered artistry of dreams, past lives, present life events, and future imaginings to heal with Positive African Images. A trombonist, composer, trumpeter, keyboardist, vocalist, tenor and alto saxophonist, bass clarinetist, acoustic bassist, and drummer, he began his career under the mentorship of Wynton Marsalis, and has also arranged music for Kimati Dinizulu and Alvin Ailey Dance Theater.
July 31: YBH Trio
YBH leader Lemuel Marc studies jazz trumpet and composes for ensembles at New England Conservatory, where he is soaking up musical knowledge and relationships. You hear them here, you hear them first!
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On View Now at JP Branch Library |
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Dawn Colsia: Preserving Nature in the City: A Daily Walk Around Jamaica Pond at the Jamaica Plain Branch Library
The Jamaica Plain Branch Library is pleased to continue their rotating art program, supported by The Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library in partnership with Uforge. This summer, the library presents a solo exhibition of local photographer Dawn Colsia.
Prior to becoming a full-time artist, Colsia practiced law, was a mediator, and worked to improve policy for people with disabilities. She has since combined her passion for social change with her life-long love of photography, using her work to create awareness and foster dialogue about important political and cultural issues. Her recent series captures the diversity of Jamaica Pond, both its natural wonders of flora and fauna like turtles, herons, and the movement of the water, as well as the people and pets who frequent the space, walking, exercising, reading, fishing, and relaxing. Serene and introspective, rich in detail and color, the photographs invite viewers to pause and reflect on the spectacular beauties of nature and their own connection to the natural world. Colsia says, “Every morning I walk around Jamaica Pond with my camera in one hand and my dog in the other. What started as a daily walk has become my morning meditation and reflection on the role nature has played in my life.” The work also acts as a call to protect and preserve such environments, which offer a respite from bustling city life.
Dawn Colsia: Preserving Nature in the City: A Daily Walk Around Jamaica Pond is on view from July 11 - August 31, 2022, with a public reception to be held on Thursday, July 28, 2022, 5:30-7:30 PM. The library is open Monday-Wednesday 10-6, Thursday 12-8, and Friday 9-5, and Saturday 9-2 (closed Sundays). The exhibition space is located on the lower level.
This exhibition is proudly sponsored by The Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch Library.
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Business Owners: Boston wants your feedback on Open Streets |
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We were so excited to join you at the Open Streets event Jamaica Plain! As we plan ahead for the upcoming Open Streets events, we want to hear your feedback! Please take a few minutes to fill out this quick survey.
We want to hear your feedback so we can keep improving on our logistics and content for our upcoming Open Streets in Roxbury and Dorchester. Please fill out this quick survey and let us know your thoughts - your responses will be kept completely confidential.
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Microprestamos Julio 26 at Roxbury Innovation Center |
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CWE will host several local lenders and the SBA to share information about microloans up to $50K and small loans up to $250K.
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Free De-Escalation Trainings for Boston Businesses and Neighborhood Associations |
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In partnership with the Boston Public Health Commission, Health Resources in Action (HRiA), a Boston based-non profit, is offering FREE de-escalation trainings to different businesses, main streets, and other neighborhood groups and associations. In this 1.5-hour virtual training, we will focus on ways we can begin to support people through escalated feelings. We will also underscore the importance of understanding the context for why escalations may occur and how we can utilize a trauma-informed approach to better support our community members who are experiencing homelessness and using drugs.
We are piloting three training dates this summer – this training is free and open to all neighborhood associations and businesses in the Boston area. Below are the dates and times along with the Zoom registration links:
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Grants Available for Businesses
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Amber Grant: WomensNet funds several grants for women-owned businesses throughout the year. Fill out one application and you will be eligible for the monthly $10,000 general business grant, the monthly business category grant, or the annual $25,000 grant. Apply today!
DoorDash launched the Restaurant Disaster Relief Fund as part of its ongoing five-year, $200 million Main Street Strong pledge to empower local communities. If your restaurant has been impacted by a state or federally-declared natural disaster, review eligibility requirements and submit an application for grant support.
There is still time to apply for the MGCC Digital Assistance Grant program. This grant is for up to $5,000 and can be used to improve your digital operations, digital marketing, e-commerce, and social media strategy.
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Boston Public Market Entrepreneurship Program
The Boston Public Market is launching the Boston Public Market Entrepreneurship Forum, powered by Citizens, a six-seminar series to support financial and business development of our small business community. This forum will culminate in the Boston Public Market Incubator Program powered by Citizens, an opportunity for local minority-owned businesses to sell their wares in the Market, free of charge for up to one year.
Applications for participation open July 5, 2022, with a submission deadline of August 1, 2022.
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Wed Jul 20, 2022
6pm - 7:30pm Get Movin on the Lawn Exercise Series - Tai Chi/Qigong
Where: Loring-Greenough House
Qigong, or the movement of Qi (energy/life force) through the body, is the foundation of tai chi. Using simple, standing movements we’ll explore the body/mind connection, how breath is central to this connection, and experience stress release. From the Chen style, we’ll also practice some simple agility movements. Suitable for beginners, or practitioners of any level. Led by Loring Greenough member, Laura Smeaton. This Class is scheduled to take place on the following dates: May 18, June 15, July 20, August 17 and September 21. In the event of cancelation due to weather, registrants will be notified via email.
Thu Jul 21, 2022
4pm - 7:45pm Thursdays on the Lawn
Where: Loring-Greenough House
Meet up with friends and neighbors, explore the LGH garden and enjoy one of Jamaica Plain’s best community gathering spaces! Every week neighbors from near and far gather to meet and socialize among the historic and treasured gardens of the Loring Greenough House. Food trucks! Music! Space to picnic and play! We are THRILLED to announce that Hive will be joining us once again every week with a beer garden. HUGE THANKS to our sponsor The Muncey Group!
6pm - 9pm Terry Kitchen Outdoor Concert
Where: Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library
Join us as the Jamaica Plain Branch for a performance by Terry Kitchen! Called "one of New England's best songwriters" by The Boston Globe, Terry Kitchen creates songs that are portraits of ordinary people and emotions, captured with extraordinary compassion, honesty and humor. He's been performing on folk stages across the country since the 1990s, releasing a dozen albums of distinctive, literate musical storytelling. His latest CD Lost Songs reached #13 on the national Folk-DJ chart. His songs have won the MidAtlantic and USA Song Contests and been runner-up in the John Lennon Song Contest, and have appeared in numerous films. In the 1980s he was the leader of the groundbreaking Boston band Loose Ties, whose experiences he recounts in his novel Next Big Thing, called "a great debut novel" by The San Francisco Book Review. He also published a short story collection, Coping Mechanisms, in 2020. Terry will make sure to include some summer sing-alongs for this outdoor patio performance. More on Terry at terrykitchen.com
Fri Jul 22, 2022
8pm - 11pm Friday Night at the Movies - In the Heights
Where: Loring-Greenough House
Please join us this summer for a series of outdoor movies shown on the Loring Greenough House Lawn! Friday Night At The Movies: In The Heights
Friday, July 22. Curtain up 8pm. The 2021 film of the Broadway smash hit musical by Hamilton creator Lin Manuel Miranda. Set in the largely Latino/Hispanic/Spanish neighborhood of Washington Heights, in New York City, it stars Anthony Ramos as bodega owner Usnavi, whose family is from the Dominican Republic, and who sings about a better life to a soundtrack of hip hop, salsa, merengue and soul. --- All movies will feature English subtitles for the benefit of the deaf or hard of hearing. ---
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/in-the-heights-friday-night-at-the-movies-tickets333878839597
Admission: $5 for adult members, $7 for adult non-members, Rated PG-13, not suitable for children under 12. Ticket purchase to benefit the LGH.
--- The Jamaica Plain Tuesday Club is a communitybased educational and social organization dedicated to improving the lives of our neighbors through historical, cultural and educational activities. The Club, founded in 1896, preserves the historic Loring Greenough House (built in 1760) and its grounds for the people of Jamaica Plain. For more information please visit www.loringgreenough.org This series is sponsored by Ellen and Janis Real Estate Team.
Sat Jul 23, 2022
12pm - 3pm Farmers' Market
fresh veggies, meats, breads, honey ... Behind Bank of America (677 Centre St) Tuesday 12-5; Saturday 12-3 if weather allows. jamaicaplainfarmersmarket.com
2:30pm - 4pm Open House & Community Celebration
Where: Commonwealth Circus Center
Come to the Commonwealth Circus Center (C3) on Saturday July 23rd from 2:30 pm - 4 pm for the return of our Open House! Adults and youth of all ages are invited to join us for mini circus lessons and a full studio of circus exploration! There will be community crafts, a student run lemonade stand, and treats from Third Cliff Bakery! The Open House is free to the public and all are welcome to stop by! Email [email protected] with questions about this event.
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