Uphams Corner News Index

Pilgrim Church Saturday Flea Market

In operation for decades, this open air market - an institution in the Uphams Corner community is for the adventurous shopper.  Sporting vendors and customers whose primary languages are other than English, the market offers clothing, housewares, electronics, CD, books and more.


Vendors have a no-nonsense attitude having put up with customers wanting "something for nothing" for too long but are still willing to haggle and "offer deals."  Well worth even the atmosphere, this mini-shopping mall is a great  way to spend a Saturday morning - 540 Columbia Rd in Dorchester.

Posted: July 10, 2014

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Community-Minded Proposals Sought for
Dudley Greenhouse

The Dudley Greenhouse Advisory Committee is actively seeking proposals for use of the greenhouse that promotes food production and sharing cultures and resources. 




These can include proposals for workshops, sharing events and fun times as well, especially as it engages everyone in the community.  Examples included of projects from prior years.

Posted: July 9, 2014

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Garrison-Trotter Urban Farm Groundbreaking
Friday, July 11, 1pm

The Garrison-Trotter Farm is the first urban farm opening following the passage of Boston's Right to Farm Statute (Article 89). 
A moment of proud celebration, especially for the UFI - Urban Farming Institute, Mayor Walsh will lead the groundbreaking ceremonies on Friday, July 11, 2014 at 1pm.  Don't miss this important event.

Posted: July 9, 2014

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The Food Project Hosts 16th Annual Farmers Market at the Dudley Town Common

In its sixteenth year of providing fresh, local, affordable produce to Dudley area residents, The Food Project offers the edibles available that week from its farms and local sources in all colors - greens (collards, lettuce, peppers ..), reds (apples, beets, tomatoes ...) and yellows (squash, honey, carrots, ...) and much more.  Every Thursday, 3-7pm, June - October.

Posted: June 25, 2014

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Boston Main Streets Gala 2014 Awards 6/26/14 at the Strand Theatre

On June 26, 2014, Mayor Martin J. Walsh, together with Department of Neighborhood Development Director Sheila Dillon and emcee Susan Wornick, attended the 18th annual Boston Main Streets Awards. 


Mayor Walsh presented awards to the Boston Main Streets volunteers and businesses of the year, and highlighted significant new funds from the Boston Main Streets Foundation.  The ceremony at the historic Strand Theatre in Dorchester, featured entertainment by the Fiddle Head Theatre’s cast of Aida.

Posted: June 24, 2014

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Main Streets Awards - Photos at the Strand

Boston Main Streets holds their annual Awards Ceremony every year in late June.  This year, at the Strand Theatre, the staff spared nothing to provide a remarkable setting for enjoying how pervasive the Main Street movement is in the life of the City.



Seventy-five (75) photos of happy, enthusiastic people who were most willing to pose and pose again.  You could count on three fingers the number of people who said, "No."

From the very youngest entrepreneurs to the established businesses and residents as well, this event provided a stunning evening for all. Congratulations to Boston Main Street staff.  Please add your names & comments to photos.

Posted: June 24, 2014

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An UP Market that's Right for Uphams Corner

The UP Market Planning Committee has targeted upscale arts-oriented and handcrafted products in a neighborhood (Uphams Corner) where the "regulars" are used to bargains.

Review of the poor UP Market results from 6/21 raises concerns for the market's viability in the current format.  With no market research, the Planning Committee seems to be operating this new complex business startup more on "hope" and the good will of the (very few) vendors.

Does the current "branding" make sense for anyone - vendors and customers alike?

Posted: July 08, 2014

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UP Market, June 2014 - Vendors, Managers and Products but Customers?  Not Many

The June 21, 2014 UP Market in Uphams Corner had everything in its favor - vendors, organizers, equipment, products and beautiful weather.  Only one thing was missing.



The Paraiso Plaza setting, how vendors presented their products and the quality of the products, the welcoming table - all very professionally done.  "Where's everybody?"  That's the challenge for the next UP Market in July.  How to get the customers to show up with $$$.

Posted: June 24, 2014

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Hub Theatre - Second Season - Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged)

The Hub Theatre of Boston presents an outrageously endearing play, "The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged)" July 18 - Aug 2 at Club Cafe in Boston. 

Show patrons receive a 20% food discount at Club Cafe and the tickets are Pay What You Can.  That's a deal you can't pass up, knowing you'll learn all the Shakespeare you missed in high school.

Posted: June 25, 2014

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Southie Auto Fixes the Van and Takes the Cake May 30, 2014

The story of Southie Auto repairing my 1995 van and other adventures - the lady with the spiked hair, Bobby the Baker and the streets that weave them into one story.

Southie Auto did a great job on my van and this article is in praise of their work.

Posted: June 25, 2014

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Toni Rose Reads "Poetic" at UP Market

Poet, Toni Rose, read her poem "Poetic" from the DJ's mic at the June 21 UP Market.  As her voice carried rhythmically across the vendor plaza, we all stopped to listen to an accomplished spoken word artist in Uphams Corner.



Posted: June 30, 2014

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Clarence Brown - Turning 50 and Celebrating in Style at the Nonquit Green

On June 24, 2014, Clarence Brown turned 50 and celebrated his birthday with friends and family at the Nonquit Green.  The weather was perfect and the food delicious. 



Everyone had a great time.  Happy Birthday, Clarence.  Lots of photos from the event with a complete set on Facebook.

Posted: June 30, 2014

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Area 324 Neighborhood Watch
Meeting Notes for 6/22/14

The Area 324 Neighborhood Watch meeting for June 2014 covered a wide range of topics including the problem property at 25 Brookford Street, steps to prevent gentrification, National Night Out, the Cleanest Streets competition and the 180 Coalition. 

Area 324 is a small but active and committed group of residents who are diligent about addressing problem issues in their community and actively participating in local community initiatives.  Their minutes are an opportunity to learn a lot about community life.
Posted: July 4, 2014

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Elderly Volunteer Property Tax Work-Off Program Offered by City of Boston

Senior homeowners may apply to work off their property taxes through volunteer activities for the City of Boston. 

This program falls under the aegis of the Assessing Department but is  being promoted by the Mayor's Office of Neighborhood Services.

Restrictions apply on age, income and legitimate home ownership.  Call 617.635.4250 for more information.

Posted: June 25, 2014

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Uphams Corner Main Street Fundraiser 2014 - Aesthetic, Tasty, Not-so-Tasty

The Uphams Corner Main Street fundraiser drew an enthusiastic crowd to enter the Strand Theatre's stage in lounge style - complete with a full bar table and tender and a banquet table of locally prepared food. 

The silent auction items, even if you didn't bid, were great for imagining.  Unfortunately, the appetizers were 'fake' food - disappointing.  Congratulations to everyone who helped make this year's event a success.
Posted: June 18, 2014

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Whittier Choice Community Forum 6/28/14

The community is invited to join with neighbors and community partners for a day of learning, sharing, networking, and organizing!  The Whittier Choice Transformation Plan Community Forum on June 28 is a free event, open to the public, with breakfast and lunch served. 



This forum is planned to collect feedback from residents and facilitate community conversation and visioning. The goal is to transform the Whittier Street public housing and surrounding area into a "neighborhood of choice."

Posted: June 18, 2014

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"CityHall to Go" Coming to the Strand Theatre

6/27/14 12:30 - 2:30 pm

Serving Boston’s Diverse Neighborhoods - For most residents, Boston City Hall, our mobile app Citizens Connect and flagship website cityofboston.gov are the frontline of city service.



But for some, traveling downtown to City Hall can be a long way to go. Boston is, after all, a city that stretches across nearly fifty square miles. Many people need a personal interaction to get direct services, ask a question or get information, so Boston is taking City Hall to YOU.

CityHall To Go will be at the Strand Theatre in Uphams Corner on Friday, June 27, 2014 from 12:30 - 2:30 pm.

Posted: June 16, 2014

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Governor's Tea - William Kuttner as Enoch Bartlett 6/27/14

The Shirley-Eustis House Museum and Discover Roxbury are teaming up to present a very special Governor's Tea on Friday, June 27, 2014, 4-6 pm. 

Living history historian, William Kuttner, will portray Enoch Bartlett, a dear friend of the Governor's wife.  A first-person interpretive program bringing history alive, it is well worth attending.

Posted: June 8, 2014

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DSNI Annual Meeting 6/25/14

Please Join the Dudley Street Neighborhood Initiative Board of Directors and staff at the 2014 DSNI Annual Meeting:  "Generations of Change: DSNI @30"

Wednesday, June 25th 6:00PM - 8:00PM
Dudley Street Neighborhood Charter School
(400 feet down Dudley Street from DSNI Offices)

All are welcome / dinner provided / childcare & translation available.  For more information, please contact Erika at 617.442.9670 x100.

Posted: June 13, 2014

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Pine Street Inn 2014 Graduation 6/11/14

The Pine Street Inn's 2014 Graduation, attended by many Boston area dignitaries, lauded the efforts and accomplishments of many o0f its residents. 

Mayor Marty Walsh gave the key-note address while Suffolk County Sheriff Tompkins was thanked for his support towards reducing homelessness and recidivism.

Posted: June 13, 2014

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