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JP Neighbors Helping Neighbors: Cultivating Community through Mutual Aid

 

Mon, Apr 28, 2014 @ 7:00 pm

Nate Smith House – 155 Lamartine Street

155 Lamartine Street

Jamaica Plain, MA 02130…

Yarn Game

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Added by Molly Wexler-Romig on April 16, 2014 at 3:50pm — No Comments

A Message from Boston Police to all Jamaica Plain Residents

August 29, 2013 - We, at District E-13, have discovered a pattern of three young black males, teens, entering through windows during the early to mid evening, sometimes just reaching in and stealing a laptop or other items, in the South Street area. Although, these incidents are under investigation, we are asking you to help us prevent further victimization by observing our “Protect your Home” tips outlined below:

  • Call 911 to report suspicious behavior
  • Always close and…
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Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on August 29, 2013 at 2:36pm — No Comments

The Right Property At the Right Price Will Still Get Multiple Offers in Jamaica Plain

As Realtors we frequently hear the question "hows the market". And our reply is generally "pretty strong". Most people seem surprised by this response.

Just this past weekend a single family home came on the market at…

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Added by Janis Lippman on December 8, 2011 at 2:16pm — No Comments

Whole Foods in JP Opens Today

A press release I received this morning:

 

Jamaica Plain, Mass., (October 31, 2011) – Whole Foods Market (NASDAQ: WFM), the world’s leading natural and organic supermarket and America’s first national certified organic grocer, opened the doors of the newest location, in Jamaica Plain, today. 

The store, which spans more than 13,700 square feet and employs 104 full and part time team members will offer the Jamaica Plain community access to the freshest and…

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Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on October 31, 2011 at 11:00am — 1 Comment

Call for Artists deadline approaching!

You have less than 2 weeks to submit work for Artists in the Arboretum 2011--a juried exhibit in conjunction with Jamaica Plain Open Studios. http://arboretum.harvard.edu/news-events/art-shows/

 

 

CALLING ALL ARTISTS 

 

Artists in the Arboretum 2011

Hunnewell Building Lecture Hall September 21–October 23

Opening night: Wednesday September 21, 6:00–8:00 pm

Open Studios weekend:…

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Added by Marc Devokaitis on June 30, 2011 at 11:49am — No Comments

City Feed Specials for JP SHOPPING SPREE participants!

Added by City Feed and Supply on April 15, 2011 at 12:22pm — No Comments

JP SHOPPING SPREE is TOMORROW!

Hello Neighbors! 

JP SHOPPING SPREE is TOMORROW! Check out your neighborhood markets & WIN PRIZES! 

DOWN LOAD YOUR PASSPORT HERE!

http://www.buylocaljp.com/passport.pdf

- or get them at any participating market! 

Also Check out the BUY LOCAL JP web…

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Added by City Feed and Supply on April 15, 2011 at 12:18pm — No Comments

Pictures and details of missing 10yr old Tobias Chance, from Jamaica Plain, MA, 02130: CHILD FOUND

The Boston Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in their efforts to locate Tobias Chance, a 10 year-old male, who went missing this morning, Thursday, March 31, 2011. According to his parents, Tobias ran away at about 7:30am. Tobias was last seen leaving the family home in the area of 33 Alveston Street in Jamaica Plain. Tobias has…

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Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on March 31, 2011 at 3:30pm — 2 Comments

Central Jamaica Plain Condo Snapshot



As a resident of Central Jamaica Plain, I was curious for myself what is currently out there on the condo market.  Central JP is, in my opinion, one of the most awesome places to live in the world.  Its people are diverse and friendly, the neighborhood features many colorful homes and tasty restaurants (note new addition Canary Square), it has easy access to the train, and of course has the always fun Beecher Street dog…

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Added by Josh Muncey on March 21, 2011 at 9:25am — No Comments

Eco-friendly Bathroom Remodeling

If you care about the environment, and also have a bathroom that needs some sprucing up, here is how to do some updating with minimal impact to the planet, as well as your budget.  The recent rise in "green" awareness has given rise to numerous eco-responsible products and resources that allow you to build the water conserving, energy-smart bath you've been longing for...  without going totally over budget.  Here are the details.

 

Water is priority…

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Added by Josh Muncey on March 21, 2011 at 9:22am — No Comments

Snow Emergency and Parking Ban Effective 7pm Tonight!

Mayor Thomas M. Menino has announced that a Snow Emergency and parking ban for the City of Boston will go into effect tonight at 7pm to ensure that city roads are cleared for the morning commute.   Due to the unpredictable nature of this storm and conflicting forecasts, Mayor Menino has issued this snow emergency to allow Public Works crews the best opportunity to treat, plow, and clear the streets as efficiently as possible, particularly after the…

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Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on January 26, 2011 at 3:34pm — No Comments

Snow Emergency Effective 9 PM Tonight!

From the City Hall Press Office at 5:36 PM 1/20/2011

Mayor calls for parking ban to clear major arteries and roadways before deep freeze and more snow forecasted for early next week

 

With a forecast expected to dump heavy snow during tomorrow morning’s commute Mayor Thomas M. Menino has announced that a Snow Emergency and parking ban for the City of Boston will go into effect tonight at 9 PM and Boston Public Schools will be…

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Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on January 20, 2011 at 5:52pm — No Comments

The Families and Friends Need Our Support too!

Neighbors,



Thanks to all of you who helped promote and who attended the Same Old Place Community Lunch-In…

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Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on November 24, 2010 at 6:41pm — 1 Comment

All Victims Identified

UniversalHub.com reports:…


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Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on November 24, 2010 at 10:52am — No Comments

UPDATED 10:03 am 11/22: Shooting Incident Claims Two, Injures Two in Jamaica Plain at Same Old Place

OFFICIAL STATEMENT FROM CAPTAIN GRELAND: 10:00 am 11/22


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Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on November 21, 2010 at 8:00pm — 7 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 — No Comments

Raccoon Tests Positive for Rabies in Jamaica Plain

FOR IMMEDIATE USE:

September 21, 2010…

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Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on September 21, 2010 at 4:00pm — 4 Comments

Raccoon Caught: Photos and information

Neighbors, around 1:30 today, Animal Control caught the raccoon that was behaving aggressively toward people and dogs this morning on the blocks between Danforth and Chestnut and Boylston and Paul Gore. Below are pictures of the raccoon. Click on the images to see full size versions.…


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Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on September 19, 2010 at 3:00pm — 7 Comments

Images from the 2010 Lantern Festival at Forest Hill Cemetery...

If you weren't able to make it over there this year, have a look at these amazing photos on and you're sure to put in on the calendar for next year.

Check them out at The JPVoice.
http://www.thejpvoice.com/today-in-jp/

Added by Jason Marder on August 23, 2010 at 10:43am — No Comments

Adopt A Block Update: $2,125 of $12,000 raised. Please do your part to support NFN today!

Save Neighbors for Neighbors. Adopt A Block



Neighbors,



NFN needs your help. It's costs $500 per month to keep our networks up and running and another $500.00 per month for general operating expenses. We have had limited money for general operating expenses for the last two years and so we have gone without, and Joseph, our founder, has have been personally covered much of what was essential. With this said, we really… Continue

Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on August 18, 2010 at 12:30pm — No Comments

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