UCMS Annual Meeting 2011
October 25, 2011
Upham's Corner Main Street held its 2011 annual meeting at the Strand
Theatre located immediately adjacent to their new office.
Over 60 people attended, ate great food and listened to a presentation of their
accomplishments and future plans.
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Thank You! from the Dorchester Arts Collaborative
October 28, 2011
To all of the artists who worked long and hard to put yourselves out
there for Open Studios--and to everyone who showed up and appreciated
them, thank you!
We are eager to hear your feedback and encourage you to send it to us at info@dac-online.org.
Help Plan Dudley Charter School
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
6:30 -8:30pm
Dudley Street Neighborhood Initiative (DSNI) and Boston Teacher
Residency (BTR) will co-host a community meeting at DSNI, 504 Dudley
Street in Roxbury
Goal: Solicit families' input into the planning of the proposed Dudley Street Neighborhood Charter School(DSNCS).
The meeting is open to all interested families. Families who live in
the neighborhood and have children in the 0 - 5 age group are
encouraged to attend.
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Praising Johnson Decision
October 26, 2011
 State
Representative Carlos Henriquez, an alumni of Boston Latin Academy,
today hailed Superintendent Johnson's decision to keep the school at
its current address at 205 Townsend Street.
Representative Henriquez stated, "Superintendent Johnson deserves
credit for taking the time to listen to the concerns parents and of the
community. This was an open process from day one.
Although all parties involved weren't always in agreement everyone had
an opportunity to voice their concerns and be heard. We were always
told [following the school's last move in 1991] that the BLA would get
a home it deserves," Henriquez said. "205 Townsend was that home and
I'm proud to say will continue to be that home."
Suffolk County Sheriff's Dept Recruiting Officers
October 21, 2011
The Suffolk County Sheriff's Department is currently assembling a new
recruitment class to join the ranks of officers at the Suffolk County
House of Correction and the Nashua Street Jail.
Seeking officer candidates that embody the high standards of
professionalism, commitment and conduct established by Suffolk County
Sheriff Andrea J. Cabral, the Department is looking for dedicated men
and women of all backgrounds who are interested in a rewarding career
in law enforcement.
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Help Improve Savin Hill Village!!
October 12, 2011
The Savin Hill Village Development Committee (SHVDC) in association
with the Savin Hill Historic District Advisories, Inc. is conducting a
survey.
They are looking for feedback from all residential and business patrons
of the Savin Hill Village Shopping District focusing on the businesses
from Avenue Liquors to the MBTA station on Savin Hill Ave.
Goals: Better understand the business needs of the community, support existing businesses and attract new ones.
Click here to open the survey which is PDF-fillable. Fill it out and save, then send the completed survey to: savinhillsurvey@gmail.com no later than Friday, 10/21/2011.
The members of SHVDC say Thanks!
VIN Etching
October 29, 2011
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October 29, 2011 the Boston Police Department District C-11, in
conjunction with the Savin Hill Historical Advisers, and the Governor's
Auto Theft Task Force will sponsor an Auto Theft Prevention Program
called "VIN Etching"
View program flyer
The event will be held at Peter's Towing, 150 Freeport St. Dorchester
Ma from 10am-2pm. The process, which takes approximately 5-10 minutes,
etches the V.I.N. (Vehicle Identification Number) of your vehicle into
all the glass windows of your vehicle by using a computer generated
stencil and a glass reactive acid treatment. This provides a visible
deterrent to theft and can be good for a discount of up to 15% off on
your comprehensive auto insurance.
In order to participate you need to have the following items:
- A vehicle with a current and valid registration
- $10.00 cash, which is paid to the Auto Theft Strike Force to defray the cost of materials.
- A valid license to operate a motor vehicle in your possession.
If you have any questions about the event please contact Pamela Surette at 781-393-1201 or District C-11 CSO at 617-343-4524.
Farmer's Market in the Greenhouse
November 22, 2011
Jess Liborio of The Food Project : "I am pleased to say that we
will be having one November Farmers Market in the Dudley Greenhouse, 11
Brook Ave, Roxbury on November 22nd from 4-7pm. "
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Upham's Corner InSight into the News
Planning for the Holidays
November 7, 2011, 6:30pm
Help make Upham's Corner extra special for the holidays.
At their next meeting (6:30 on Monday, November 7), the Upham's Corner
Improvement Association (UCIA) will be planning "all the ways that
UCIA, residents and businesses can call attention to Upham's Corner and
let everyone know just how special the Upham's Corner community is."
Ideas under discussion:
- Encourage residents to "lighten up" for the holidays
- Have UC News print photos of holiday decorations
- Christmas Caroling
- Menorah lighting
- Holiday party (parties)
- Other ideas
Mark your calendars - location to be determined. More information in the next issue of UC News.
Contact us: UCImprove@gmail.com or call 617-436-8559
Free Wine-Tasting at Restaurant Laura
Saturday, October 29, 2011 2pm to 6pm
Sunday, October 30, 1pm to 4pm
 Restaurant
Laura will host a free wine-tasting for Cape Verdean and Portuguese
wine and liquors that are currently available in Europe and are about
to be introduced into the United States.
Arlindo Correia is excited about the event. He plans to stock the
products in CV Liquors (right next door to the restaurant). The
best way to learn about these special products is to enjoy the ambiance
of Restaurant Laura as you sip the new wines and liquors and partake of
the cheese, crackers and other hors d'oeuvres.
The Upham's Corner Improvement Association is recommending this event. Meet your neighbors, network and support the local
businesses here in Upham's Corner.
For more information
 Boo-Bash at the Strand Theatre FREE !!
Mayor Thomas M. Menino invites you to Trick or Treating.
Come to BASH BOO,
Saturday, October 29, 2011
from 1pm to 4pm.
The Strand Theatre, 543 Columbia Rd, Dorchester, MA.
Ages 13 & under must be accompanied by an adult.
Costumes are encouraged. Enjoy a Haunted House, a Costume Parade, Spooky Crafts and a Monster Mash Dance Party.
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CSHCA Beautification Committee to Plant 2,500 bulbs
October 29, 2011
Columbia Savin Hill Civic Association Beautification Committee members
and volunteers from neighborhood schools, youth groups and residents
will plant 2,500 daffodil bulbs on Saturday, October 29, 2011 from
9am-12pm.
Volunteers will report to Ryan Playground at the corner of Dorchester Avenue and Harborview Street at 9:00am.
For more Information
 Greater Grove Hall Planting Daffodils
October 29, 2011
Greater Grove Hall Main Streets has scheduled planting flowers
(daffodils) for the betterment of the community on Saturday, October
29, 2011.
Yes, it is going to rain. Ya' know what? They don't
care. Setting up for the impending beauty in the Spring is what
counts today.
Breakfast will be provided starting at 7:30am with planting from 8 to 9:30am.
For more information
Four Corners Main Streets goes Daffodil
October 29, 2011
10am - 12noon
 Four
Corners Main Street is part of Boston Bloom with Daffodils in
2012. Join us in planting 1000 daffodil bulbs in the Four Corners
area.
Meet in front of 420 Washington Street, the Four Corners Main Street
Office at 9:30am sharp, rain or shine. Bring your family, a
neighbor and tell a friend.
For more details, contact Dynell Andrews-Blake at 617-267-1651.
Smackdown! Of the Dorchester Organists
Saturday, October 29, 2011
As part of their 2011-2012 Concert Series,
St. Mary's Episcopal Church is presenting a friendly competition among Dorchester's finest organists:
- Heinrich Christensen - Representing Melville Park and King's Chapel
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Bart Dahlstrom - Jones Hill and the Congregational Church of Topsfield
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Kana Dehara - Representing Jones Hill and St. Mary's Dorchester
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Andrew Sheranian - Representing Ashmont and All Saints Ashmont
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Richard Webster - Representing Jones Hill and Trinity Boston 7:00PM
Free Will Offering, to benefit the St. Mary's building fund.
Make checks payable to St. Mary's Episcopal Church.
St. Mary's Episcopal Church
14 Cushing Avenue
Dorchester, MA
www.stmarysdorchester.org
Service Day in Upham's Corner
October 22, 2011
The youth of the Bird Street Community Center and Upham's Corner Main
Street created a Service Day on October 22, 2011 that encouraged
volunteerism.
Both groups added value to the community. Bird Street youth
focused on recycling education while UCMS planted daffodils at business
sites.
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A Very Special Year
Chinese numerology for 2011. This year we will have experienced four
unusual dates: 1/1/11, 1/11/11, 11/1/11, 11/11/11, and that's not
all!
Take the last two digits of the year you were born and the age
you will be this year and the result will add up to 111 for
everyone!!!!
This year, October will have 5 Sundays, 5 Mondays & 5 Saturdays.
This happens only once every 823 years. These particular years are
known as Moneybag years.
What does all of this mean? Why, good luck, of course!
UCIA Mission Statement and Operating Philosophy
October 20, 2011
The Upham's Corner Improvement Association is an organization from many
cultures whose membership seeks to improve the:
1. The image of our community
2. The quality of life in our community
3. The relationships with our neighboring communities
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Our motto is "Upham's Corner Shines" and is meant to suggest
cleanliness, beauty and an attractive community where everyone feels
important and welcome.
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We believe that cooperation begins with effective relationships.
We will be developing our relationships through an attitude of
thoughtfulness, love and respect.
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We will seek to effect change by demonstrating through our own actions and by engaging others in active participation.
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We are an organization committed to action. Every "meeting" will be an opportunity to make progress, not just talk.
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By taking one small step every day/week, and by encouraging the people around us to do the same, we can make a big difference.
Contact: UCImprove@gmail.com
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