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August 2009 Blog Posts (18)

What is the status of Dominos?

What was the status, in regards to Dominos Pizza trying to open up a Fast Food Chain Store in Jamaica Plain? I will not step foot into that type of establishment. If they somehow manage to open up, to close them down, don't give them any business.

If I am craving Pizza, then I will go to Bella Luna

Added by Donna on August 27, 2009 at 2:30pm — 2 Comments

Looking for acupunturist in JP

Contact me if you have had a good affordable experience with acupunture in Jamaica Plain.

Added by Dalia Llera on August 26, 2009 at 8:29pm — 3 Comments

Big, Sunny, Quiet 1st floor (no fee) - Available 10/1/09- PET FRIENDLY

1st Floor of Owner Occupied 3 Family

Pond side Jamaica Plain

5 ROOMS – 2 bedrooms, LR, DR, eat in kitchen

Good history with Partners’ interns/residents

Pets okay - Veterinarian living on 2nd floor

Spacious open design

Hardwood Floors

Ceiling fans throughout

Easy to clean windows

Freshly painted in neutral colors

Big bright kitchen

Living room and master bedroom have bay windows.

Dining Room has built in China hutch

Eat in kitchen… Continue

Added by Kathy on August 25, 2009 at 5:34pm — No Comments

Black lab - on the loose - FOUND!

Hello Neighbors,

Please be on the look-out for a black lab, with a blue collar who left his house and is roaming around Jamaica Plain. He was last seen heading toward JP Center.

He lives at Roselyn Place - in the Stony Brook neighborhood. If you find him please bring him back home or call Joseph at (857) 222-4420.

Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on August 23, 2009 at 2:30pm — 1 Comment

Invitation to CrossFit Boston Women's Program Introduction

Women's Program CrossFit Boston from Jen Kelly on Vimeo.

I Just wanted to extend another invitation to any women that are interested in an effective exercise program that delivers results. The Fall Session of the Women's Program at CrossFit Boston is beginning on September 1st. There will be a free informational meeting on Saturday August, 22 at 10am.… Continue

Added by Jen Kelly on August 17, 2009 at 11:25am — No Comments

Celebrate Summertime Bounty at JP's Farmers' Market this Sunday 10AM to 2PM (behind the Stony Brook T station)

Stop by and meet our newest farmer from Concord, Massachusetts: Millbrook Farm. They'll be bringing beautiful blueberries, peaches and nectarines; gorgeous beans, corn and summer squash -- just to name a few!

And if you're interested in the perfect August recipe to celebrate all that the farmers' market has to offer, THINK GAZPACHO!

At The Cantata, our Fruit Gazpacho was made with:

Apples, pears, peaches,… Continue

Added by Edith Murnane on August 13, 2009 at 3:17pm — 2 Comments

Health Care reform discussion

Just a heads up but does anyone who has any knowledge of this issue want to have a meeting to enlighten what is going onand what is on the table.I am willing to host a meeting at my place if there is any interest.

Just a bit about my prejudices. My father was a surgeon for 10 years in the British National Health Service and then head of a hospital in Saudi Arabia. My brother, who came to the US seeking treatment but was advised to return to the UK, recently passed away after… Continue

Added by Loay on August 13, 2009 at 10:35am — 3 Comments

New Community Supported Fishery (CSF) to start Tuesday, August 18th

Most days I break out into song . . . 'food, glorious food, what I wouldn't do for . . ' begins my only refrain. Most people who know my singing, are thankful. I'm tone deaf. Musically that is.

Now, food-wise, I tend to be a bit more 'on key' so to speak. Food gives me joy. And because that's true, I end up wanting to share that which gives me joy. Hence, my blogging about food.

Today's blog is about fish.

Back in June, JP became one of the first locations for a… Continue

Added by Edith Murnane on August 12, 2009 at 5:29pm — 1 Comment

Women's CrossFit Fitness Group

CrossFit Boston is about to begin the Fall Session of our Women's Program, entitled "Who Are You Becoming." This program is designed specifically for women and addresses the physical as well as the mental and emotional aspects of getting fit. Three days a week we will be working out using the CrossFit method. CrossFit incorporates bodyweight movements, weightlifting and cardio exercises. These movements are combined into short and intense workouts that result in fat loss, and strength. This… Continue

Added by Jen Kelly on August 10, 2009 at 1:47pm — No Comments

Mah Jongg?

Are there any mah jongg groups? Anyone willing to instruct someone who has not played in many many years?

Added by Adrienne Korman on August 9, 2009 at 10:41am — 5 Comments

Best Breakfast Sandwich?

I've been in JP just over a year now, formerly a resident of Allston/Brighton for nearly 10 years, and have not had much luck finding a great breakfast sandwich. I'm over near Forest Hills but would travel for a great sandwich. I used to eat egg & cheese sandwiches all the time, normally picking one up and running to catch the T. Would still like to! And yes, I also have a food blog (http://www.fussy-eater.com).

So far my… Continue

Added by Karen Zgoda on August 8, 2009 at 5:30pm — No Comments

Walking group

Is there a walking group, that meets nightly to walk around JP?

Added by Donna on August 5, 2009 at 1:41pm — 2 Comments

I am against Dominios

I agree we don't need a fast food chain food places in J.P. That is one of the reasons why I moved here, to avoid big companies with food that is processed/runs small comanies out of business. Lets surport the places we have and if they do manage to set up a Dominos, if no one goes to eat there then they will have to leave due to no sales.

Added by Donna on August 5, 2009 at 1:19pm — No Comments

Daniel Perez Lacera For 2009 Jamaica Plain Neighborhood Council AT-LARGE

My name is Daniel Perez Lacera and I am seeking support in an effort to have my name appear on the ballot for the 2009 Jamaica Plain Neighborhood Council AT-LARGE Election.

I live and work in Jamaica Plain, and my desire is to dedicate my time and energy to the continued success and development of the Jamaica Plain community. Even in my professional life I strive for community development not only within Jamaica Plain but also nationally as the National Operations Manager of a… Continue

Added by Daniel Perez Lacera on August 5, 2009 at 10:07am — 4 Comments

Video of what some neighbors had to say about Dominos

Neighbors,

On Saturday, I was trying out my new Nokia N96 (AWESOME) and filming what neighbors had to say about Domino's potentially opening up a store at 467 Centre where petal and leaf used to reside.

I interviewed folks I ran into. This in no way should be considered "a scientific study."

Note: There were two people I did speak with who were in favor of a… Continue

Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on August 3, 2009 at 12:53pm — No Comments

Video Tour of Scarboro Pond

Good afternoon,

Today Greenwalks was held at Scarboro Pond in Franklin Park. It rocked.

There was so much to offer the only way to show it is video. Check out the video clip from… Continue

Added by Stacy Carpenter on August 1, 2009 at 1:30pm — No Comments

Monday Night's Dinner

This past year I've been on a quest of sorts.

I want a pantry. What I have is one cupboard above my counter top, a 1/2 cupboard above my stove, and another 1/2 cupboard above my icebox -- better known in these parts as a fridge. Oh, and I have a standard, apartment-sized fridge and freezer.

Let me explain. To me, pantries are where you go to play with food. What you have or keep or have easy access to -- that's what you get to play with in your kitchen.

So, my… Continue

Added by Edith Murnane on August 1, 2009 at 1:08pm — No Comments

The Tyrone Chase Funk Band Video Footage from the Alchemist

Neighbors,

Last night we popped into the Alchemist for a bite to eat and to check out the Band.

The Tyrone Chase Funk Band was OFF THE HOCK!

Check em… Continue

Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on August 1, 2009 at 10:05am — No Comments