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3/10 @ the Milky Way: BOOMSTOCK (A Benefit for AIDS Action)

Hey folks,

Please join us tonight at 9 PM for a night of music featuring Boomerangs employees and friends! Gregory Mullen, Autumn Armor, Baixa, and Kid Romance will be playing, and DJs Athena and Cynthia will be spinning records. They'll be 1/2 price bowling, too, and it's on of our last chances to appreciate the Milky Way on Centre St (they're moving on the 22nd!)

A $5 minimum donation will be collected to benefit the AIDS Action Committee of MA, Boomerangs' parent… Continue

Added by Ben on March 10, 2009 at 10:39am — No Comments

The Mug Project needs feedback ugently

Neighbors,

As you heard, our Project has been selected a semi-finalist in Boston's Pitch the City content to become the city next green sustainability project.

Our final proposal is due tomorrow (Monday, March 9) by midnight and we need your feedback to ensure our proposal is as strong as possible.

Please take a 10 minutes right now to read a give us any feedback you may… Continue

Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on March 9, 2009 at 12:40am — No Comments

The Trembling Earth

Like the pains of puberty, spring forms through unexpected fits of growth, regression and awkward spurts of loud weather. The animals must hedge bets on what is coming and how long it will stay.

Warm weather such as the last few days will bring out skunks, oppossoms and even a few rabbits. The skunks and oppossums have been semi- hibernating. The warmth signals their bodies to start bringing their systems online- slowly. It was a long cold winter. Unfortunately, in the early stages,… Continue

Added by Stacy Carpenter on March 8, 2009 at 4:48pm — 1 Comment

We Socialize. We Organize. We Make a Difference!

In the last 30 days over 130 of you have joined this network. Welcome and Thank you!

If you are wondering what we are all about, here's what I think best describes us: (leave a comment to let me know what you think).

Neighbors for Neighbors connects neighbors and keeps them connected by making it possible for them to successfully organize around their common interests and passions.

We encourage neighbors to build on the promise of hope and change, and… Continue

Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on March 5, 2009 at 11:30pm — No Comments

3.5.09

Kickin it at work on break.
Training on deli at CF&S today! Rock on!

My choice for lunch on break you ask? Well...

Baguette
Goddess Dressing
Avocado
Tofurky
Tempeh
Tomato
Merry O's
Lettuce

AKA proof of eternal bliss.

Documenting daily lunch is a life skill that I learned from John Bittrich, Deli extraordinaire at CF&S, and will continue to do on this guy right here.

Added by Christopher Garrison Malarick on March 5, 2009 at 4:48pm — 1 Comment

Right on buddy

Hell yeah I'ma blog my face off!
I guess I'll be throwing random snippets on here of recent activity and some of my writing projects. Hell yeah I dig feedback.

P.S.
I'm going to apologize for my abuse of this website with my hearsay I'm gonna be posting all day, haha.

Added by Christopher Garrison Malarick on March 4, 2009 at 11:06pm — 1 Comment

I need your help with the Community Organizing Expo

Neighbors,

The Community Organizing Expo is next Wednesday, March 11, from 7:00 to 9:00 pm at the Milky Way - 405 Centre.

If you plan on starting new group or want to represent your non-profit PLEASE register now - http://www.neighborsforneighbors.org/group/springexpoexhibitorsgroup

Also, we ARE IN SERIOUS NEED OF VOLUNTEERS. I can't do this without you!

Here is how you can pitch in:

Promotion:

Please invite everyone you know in… Continue

Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on March 3, 2009 at 9:53pm — No Comments

SeniorPalooza JAMAICA PLAIN in May 2009

SeniorPalooza JAMAICA PLAIN in May 2009 sponsored by Ethos

During Older Americans Month in May 2009, Ethos will host its fifth Annual SeniorPalooza in Jamaica Plain. Please join us for a month of fun events, educational seminars and special merchant discounts especially for seniors and their families. All events are open to the public and most are free!

If you or your business, organization or church would like to get involved, please contact:

Linda… Continue

Added by Colleen Keller on March 2, 2009 at 2:40pm — No Comments

Snow Emergency and Parking Ban Lifted Today at 4 P.M.

The city’s snow emergency and parking ban will end at 4 p.m. today and the city will return to normal parking regulations. Residents that parked their cars in local parking lots and garages offering discounted rates should remove their vehicles by 6 p.m. As always, city officials recommend that drivers pay attention to any posted signs in the area that they are parking for particular regulations. Residents with any questions should call the city’s hotline at (617) 635-4500.

Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on March 2, 2009 at 1:59pm — No Comments

Snow Emergency and School Closings 10PM Tonight 3/1/2009

March 1, 2009 City Declares Snow Emergency at 10PM Tonight!

Here is a map of public parking if you need a spot.

Mayor Thomas M. Menino today declared that a snow emergency and parking ban will go into effect at 10:00 p.m. Sunday, March 1, 2009.

Boston… Continue

Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on March 1, 2009 at 6:00pm — No Comments

Super fun volunteer ops in Jamaica Plain

Yo Neighbors:

Looking for a super fun and social volunteer opportunity? I've got you covered - be a volunteer at the Neighbors for Neighbors Community Organizing Expo on March 11th at the Milky Way!

Here are the choices:

- Be an exhibitor usher (we need 2) from 5:45 to 7 pm. Role: Check in exhibitors and direct to tables.

- Be a Greeters/Nametaggers (we need 8), One shift of four from 7:00 to 8:00 pm, and another from 8:00 to 9:00 pm. Role: warmly welcome… Continue

Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on February 28, 2009 at 12:30pm — No Comments

Two JP resident selected to be finalist in "Pitch the City" contest

Neighbors,

Alexandra Reilinger and I have been selected as top 10 contestant for our Green idea for the City.

Please vote for us: www.changents.com/d2e

Here is copy of the press release the city just put out:

Mayor Menino, City of Boston & Down:2:Earth Announce Semi-Finalists in “Pitch the City” Contest

“Turning Beantown into Greentown!”

Mayor Thomas M. Menino and the City of Boston,… Continue

Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on February 26, 2009 at 7:57pm — No Comments

We need Volunteers for Spontaneous Celebrations' Tropical Fiesta!

Volunteers needed for the Tropical Fiesta

Decorating the building Friday, 2/27 from 6:30-???????

Event vols needed Saturday, 2/28 from 3:30-11:30 to:

Run Blenders

Food Service

Arts and Crafts room

Set up

Clean up

contact maaak@spontaneouscelebrations.org to sign up for shift with your hours of availability and preference (if u have one).

SUPER… Continue

Added by Juliet-Community Change Catalyst on February 26, 2009 at 2:41pm — No Comments

Curley Caribbean Night at the Alchemist March 3rd!

Please join us for our 2nd Annual Curley School Silent Auction at The Alchemist Lounge!!

Come warm up with us Island Style at this Caribbean Party with light refreshments, rum punch, great music, and great company

In addition, don't miss your chance to win some of these exciting auction items: three sets of Red Sox tickets, a Tim Wakefield signed baseball, a case of wine, portrait sitting and prints from Portrait Simple, Dining Out sheets, overnight package from the Hyatt… Continue

Added by Colleen Keller on February 26, 2009 at 2:06pm — No Comments

FUNdraiser for Egleston Square Main Streets!

Don't miss the Hot Jazz, Cool Neighborhood Event at the Old Stag on March 25th from 6 - 9 pm.
This fundraiser benefits the work of the Egleston Square Main Streets, featuring the music of Bitches Brew, a Miles Davis jazz band.

Tickets are only $10! For more information,
contact Egleston Square Main Streets at 617-522-7752 or eglestonsquare@gmail.com

Have a great weekend! - Colleen

Added by Colleen Keller on February 26, 2009 at 12:16pm — No Comments

5 ways to make a difference right now

Neighbors,

HERE ARE FIVE WAY YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE NOW!

Number 1: Participate in the Neighbors for Neighbors Community Organizing Expo on Wed. March 11, 7 to 9 pm at the Milky Way.

Meet neighbors and local organizations that share your interests! Join an existing group or better yet, start your own!

RSVP here:… Continue

Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on February 25, 2009 at 5:30pm — No Comments

Speak Up for the Youth of the Hyde Square Task Force!

An Open Letter to Our Community

Dear Friends,

Facing a budget shortfall of over $3.1 billion, lawmakers in Massachusetts are seeking to close the gap by raising new revenue and cutting spending for many programs.

As youth, we know that these state dollars fund programs that improve our lives.

Cutting these programs will mean less money to prevent and deal with violence in our communities and fewer opportunities for us to receive the mentoring and academic… Continue

Added by Nate Hinchey on February 24, 2009 at 1:58pm — No Comments

JP Centre South Transportation and Streetscape Action Plan Citizen Advisory Committee Nominations

Please find information below regarding the nomination process for the JP Centre South Transportation and Streetscape Action Plan Citizen Advisory Committee. Nominations are due March 6th! Have a great week! - Colleen

Colleen Keller

JP Neighborhood Coordinator

Mayor's Office of Neighborhood Services

City Hall, Room 708

Office: 617-635-4855

Fax: 617-635-3498

colleen.keller@cityofboston.gov

Dear Community… Continue

Added by Colleen Keller on February 23, 2009 at 12:50pm — No Comments

Vote for Joseph and The Mug Projects on Changents.com

Neighbors:

A couple of weeks ago I entered the The Mug Project in the "Pitch the city" make Beantown Greentown contest and The Mug Project was selected as one of the top ten contestants!!!

To win I need you help and support. Here is how you can help:

Please go to http://www.changents.com/change-agents/joseph-porcelli/story and join, and support me.

Here is what… Continue

Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on February 20, 2009 at 7:00pm — No Comments

Securing our Economic Future, by Gov. Deval Patrick

Friends,

Today, we announced a plan to end the culture of systemic neglect, and build

a long-term, sustainable transportation system to support job growth

and economic opportunity in Massachusetts.

Our Transportation and Economic Security Plan reforms and

radically simplifies our transportation bureaucracy by:

-abolishing the Turnpike Authority;

-ending special perks in the MBTA pension system;

-increasing transparency and… Continue

Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on February 20, 2009 at 3:30pm — No Comments