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October 2010 Blog Posts (26)

Halloween Extravaganza on Boylston and Belmore Terrace

Neighbors,

Swing by Belmore Terrace at the Intersection of Boylston Street on Halloween for the 8th Annual "Hairy Italian BBQ Man (your's truly) Halloween Extravaganza, featuring the theme "Grease".

You can't miss us, we'll be set up in long driveway. Look for the crowd.

Hope to see you there!

Below are pictures from the last three…

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Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on October 30, 2010 at 12:23pm — No Comments

Rideshare to Rochester, NY 11/23-11/26

Looking for companion to share driving and expenses for roundtrip to Rochester, NY. Leaving Tues., 11/23 AM, return Fri., 11/26 PM. Reply 774-722-4778.

Added by Orissa Viza on October 29, 2010 at 8:38am — 1 Comment

Sick of the violence and crime? Join the Framework for Action group!

Neighbors,…

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Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on October 28, 2010 at 3:30pm — 4 Comments

Found Beagle

I found a non-fixed male beagle with no collar or tags this evening around 10:00 on beecher st. he is safe and sound, playing nicely with my dog. if you have any information about this animal, please contact me.

Thanks,

Stacey

Added by stacey on October 27, 2010 at 10:15pm — 1 Comment

How Is Your Goose?

One of Aesop's best-known fables is the story of the goose that laid golden eggs. A man and his wife owned a special goose that laid golden eggs. They became impatient one day and decided they didn't want to wait any longer for the goose to lay the eggs. So, they decided to cut the goose open, and get all the eggs at once. However, when they opened the goose, they…

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Added by River of Life Church on October 27, 2010 at 2:05pm — No Comments

The 24th Annual Lantern Parade Around Jamaica Pond Shines a Light on the Spirit of JP.

Check out the full story at The JPVoice.

www.thejpvoice.com

Added by Jason Marder on October 27, 2010 at 1:48pm — 1 Comment

Car Break-in on Jamaica Street, and what is happening to my (formerly?) beloved neighborhood?

Last night, my girlfriend's car got broken into on Jamaica Street. Jamaica is a quiet, one-way street off of South Street which is generally peaceful and family oriented. The thieves broke in by manipulating the driver's (street) side window so it came off its track and rummaged around but didn't find anything worth stealing. The car is a 1994 Honda Civic sh*tbox that obviously didn't have anything valuable in it. Perhaps they wanted to steal the vehicle for parts, but she had an ignition… Continue

Added by Quinn on October 26, 2010 at 1:58pm — 5 Comments

Tire robbery on Paul Gore Street

I woke up this morning to find my roomate's car tires all gone. The car was sitting on cinderblocks with all 4 tires removed. I asked the person that lived in the house in front of where it happened if they heard anything and they said they heard some loud noises at 2am and that the mother had seen what was going on but did not call the police. I don't quite understand that........

When the police arrived they said that the same thing happened to another car on Paul Gore…

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Added by katina merino on October 26, 2010 at 11:39am — 9 Comments

Vigil and Community Healing Circle, Tonight, 7pm, 195 Boylston Street

Neighbors,

On Saturday 10/23, two of our Neighbors were shot on Boylston Street. Tonight, at 7 pm there will be a Vigil and Community Healing Circle. The gathering will commence at 195 Boylston Street then proceed to Spontaneous Celebrations on Danforth Street around 8 pm.

If you are able, please bring candles, bottled water, or kleenex. Snacks are also welcome.

Donations for the wake and funeral would be appreciated. Beatriz Rivera at Spontaneous…

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Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on October 25, 2010 at 2:30pm — 1 Comment

Saturday Double Shooting on Boylston street

I was very saddened to hear about the shooting on Boylston Street on Saturday. I saw there was a vigil held on Sunday. Does anyone have any more information on what happened?

Added by Julia Mathis on October 25, 2010 at 1:25pm — 7 Comments

Sunday/Monday tire slashing?

Our neighbor texted us this morning that his tire(s) were slashed on Boylston St. Other cars may be slashed. Anyone have additional news?

Added by Daiva on October 25, 2010 at 8:23am — 2 Comments

No Fear of Failure

When was the last time you failed? Was it a big or small mistake, a breakdown or a collapse - or have you suppressed almost all memories of your failure? We tend to really hate failure. Failing makes us feel ashamed. It threatens our identity - as if our identity could be built on consistent, flawless performance.

We need to remember that failure is a significant and important part of… Continue

Added by River of Life Church on October 20, 2010 at 12:47pm — No Comments

Energy Audit

Is anyone having an energy audit or has anyone had one and would like to talk about it for a video story that I'm producing on weatherization for The JPVoice (www.thejpvoice.com) and the programs available that offer subsidies to weatherize homes in the Boston area.

If you could let me know it would be great.

Thanks.

Jason
617-817-5040

Added by Jason Marder on October 19, 2010 at 7:14pm — No Comments

Taste of JP - November 18th

www.esacboston.org

Great event we went to last year. It's a silent auction and includes the local restaurants serving up food. Food is included in ticket price and it's doing something for a local organization.

See you there!!

Added by Erica Waldstein on October 19, 2010 at 1:20pm — No Comments

OPEN AUDITIONS

Gardner's Regiment is holding Open Auditions for persons interested in becoming Drummers, Fifers or Pipers. Gardner's Regiment is Boston's only 18th Century Militia Reenactment Group. Gardner's participates in a wide variety of activities and events. It is a hobby dedicated to providing both entertainment and Colonial American educational activities. It includes men and women of all ages and backgrounds. Anyone interested in setting an audition appointment or interview may…

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Added by Ed Roche on October 16, 2010 at 10:00am — No Comments

Meet JP's next city councilor at The JPVoice.

Boston City Council's District 6 Special Election is this Tuesday, Oct. 19. Five candidates are running for JP's city council seat. We've posted interviews with all the candidates, check out The JPVoice to meet them and see what they stand for. www.thejpvoice.com

Added by Jason Marder on October 15, 2010 at 6:53am — 1 Comment

Lantern Parade

I have a question and not sure where to post it so I'm posting it here. When is the Lantern Parade, the Spontaneous Celebration website says it's the 23rd and 24th? I've been in JP for a few years now and it has always been one night.…

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Added by Lisa on October 12, 2010 at 2:52pm — No Comments

Sneak Preview Video: JP Knit & Stich

One afternoon last week I went deep undercover and took this video footage. This place is gonna be… Continue

Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on October 11, 2010 at 2:30pm — 6 Comments

JP Open Studios, Opens Up JP!

Visitors and artists alike got a chance to explore the the community, see the latest creations and learn about the art being created around them.

Check out The JPVoice for the full story. www.thejpvoice.com

Added by Jason Marder on October 8, 2010 at 10:23pm — No Comments

Scam on Centre Street

FYI, neighbors- there's a guy running a new twist on the "all I need is $__ to catch a bus to ____" scam, on Centre Street. He's dressed in fairly formal business attire, and claims that he's got a flat tire, his son is in the car (which is nowhere to be seen), and he "needs a patch kit." I gave him directions to the area gas stations and told him where there was an auto parts store, etc.

That's when the rest of the story comes out: he's got no cash, no credit cards, no spare tire,… Continue

Added by Brett on October 8, 2010 at 3:03pm — 2 Comments