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«April 03, 2009 - May 03, 2009»
04 / 3
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Second Annual Down:2:Earth Expo
End: 5:00 pm
Start: 04/03/2009 - 6:00pm
End: 04/05/2009 - 5:00pm
Down:2:Earth is Boston's premier destination for conscious consumers. It is a marketplace for eco-friendly products, a public stage for community initiatives, and an educational forum that addresses sustainability issues on the minds of us all. D2E emphasizes local and innovative solutions and connects consumers with progressive companies that are investing in a more sustainable future.
992 reads – more info
04 / 4
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Second Annual Down:2:Earth Expo
End: 5:00 pm
Start: 04/03/2009 - 6:00pm
End: 04/05/2009 - 5:00pm
Down:2:Earth is Boston's premier destination for conscious consumers. It is a marketplace for eco-friendly products, a public stage for community initiatives, and an educational forum that addresses sustainability issues on the minds of us all. D2E emphasizes local and innovative solutions and connects consumers with progressive companies that are investing in a more sustainable future.
992 reads – more info
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Environmental Action 2009
Start: 9:00 am
End: 5:00 pm
Environmental Action 2009 will offer over 20 workshops designed to help you prevent pollution, tackle climate change, ensure clean drinking water, protect open spaces and develop skills and strategies to create healthy and safe communities.
864 reads – more info
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The 23rd Annual Charles C. Yancey Book Fair
Start: 12:00 pm
End: 3:00 pm
The 23rd Annual Charles C. Yancey Book Fair will provide thousands of free books for hundreds of Boston youth. Over 350,000 books have been distributed since the book fair’s inception in 1987. The event is free to the public and the books are brand new.
1386 reads – more info
04 / 5
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Second Annual Down:2:Earth Expo
End: 5:00 pm
Start: 04/03/2009 - 6:00pm
End: 04/05/2009 - 5:00pm
Down:2:Earth is Boston's premier destination for conscious consumers. It is a marketplace for eco-friendly products, a public stage for community initiatives, and an educational forum that addresses sustainability issues on the minds of us all. D2E emphasizes local and innovative solutions and connects consumers with progressive companies that are investing in a more sustainable future.
992 reads – more info
04 / 6
04 / 7
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Screening of Troubled the Water
Start: 4:00 pm
End: 6:00 pm
SEIU 615 would like to invite you to join us as we screen the Oscar nominated documentary Trouble the Water here in the assembly hall at our local. This is part of SEIU 615’s annual commemoration of the assignation of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr and we wanted to share with you, our community allies, the chance to watch this amazing film together. Trouble the Water follows aspiring rap artist Kimberly Rivers Roberts and her husband just before and during Hurricane Katrina in New Orleans through their home videos and other archival footage as well as following them upon their return. It is a powerful that takes you inside Hurricane Katrina in a way never before seen on screen. It's a redemptive tale of two self-described street hustlers who become heroes.
866 reads – more info
04 / 8
04 / 9
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REEP Teen Cafe
Start: 5:00 pm
End: 7:00 pm
Every Thursday from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., youth from around the city join REEP to have their own space for discussions about school, health, and other social issues that they want to talk about. The discussions are open to all youth and light refreshments are provided.
859 reads – more info
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04 / 13
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MA EJ Alliance
Start: 6:00 am
End: 8:00 am
Monday, April 13 6:00am-8:00am Northeastern University Ell Hall, Frost Lounge 346 Huntington Ave Boston, MA, 02115 For more info contact Gene (1093 reads – more info
04 / 14
04 / 15
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Boston City Council bioterrorism lab hearing
Start: 5:00 pm
End: 7:00 pm
Boston City Council Hearing on BU's Bioterrorism Lab Wednesday, April 15, 2009 Boston City Hall, City Council Chamber 5:00 p.m. Hearing is estimated to end at 7:00 p.m. The Boston City Council is holding a hearing on whether the Boston University Bioterrorism Lab might violate the Boston Public Health Commission regulation prohibiting performing rDNA research that requires BSL4 containment. Representatives of BU and the BPHC, scientists, and ACE Legal Counsel Eugene Benson are scheduled to make presentations to the Council.
919 reads – more info
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Union of Minority Neighborhoods:CORI Sealing
Start: 6:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm
LEARN HOW TO:Request a Copy of your CORI,Read and Understand your CORI,Seal your CORI everyother Wednesday Starting Wednesday, April 15 6-8pm 891 Centre St. Jamaica Plain, MA
1044 reads – more info
04 / 16
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REEP Teen Cafe
Start: 5:00 pm
End: 7:00 pm
Every Thursday from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., youth from around the city join REEP to share discussions about school, health, and other social issues. The discussions are open to all youth and light refreshments are provided. This week's topic is Self Abuse: what is it and what can we do about it?
1019 reads – more info
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04 / 21
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April Vacation Violence Prevention Program for Teens
End: 2:30 pm
Start: 04/21/2009 - 10:00am
End: 04/24/2009 - 2:30pm
The Boston Public Health Commission in concert with the Morton Norfolk VIP coalition* will be hosting a violence prevention writing workshop for teens during April vacation week. Participants will have a chance to look at the issue of youth violence from various angles through dialoging with guest speakers who are actively engaged in creating peace. There will also be a chance to discuss the positive and negative impact of media with journalists. The goal of the workshop is to teach young people the fundamentals of journalism, so all articles or creative pieces produce during the workshop will be printed in the Mattapan Reporter. If you know of any teen writers please inform them of this free opportunity.
921 reads – more info
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T Riders' Union Meeting
Start: 6:00 pm
Please RSVP to Taisha, especially if you need childcare. Tuesday, April 21 from 6 pm - 8pm at the ACE office 2181 Washington Street
958 reads – more info
04 / 22
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April Vacation Violence Prevention Program for Teens
End: 2:30 pm
Start: 04/21/2009 - 10:00am
End: 04/24/2009 - 2:30pm
The Boston Public Health Commission in concert with the Morton Norfolk VIP coalition* will be hosting a violence prevention writing workshop for teens during April vacation week. Participants will have a chance to look at the issue of youth violence from various angles through dialoging with guest speakers who are actively engaged in creating peace. There will also be a chance to discuss the positive and negative impact of media with journalists. The goal of the workshop is to teach young people the fundamentals of journalism, so all articles or creative pieces produce during the workshop will be printed in the Mattapan Reporter. If you know of any teen writers please inform them of this free opportunity.
921 reads – more info
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Environment and Public Health Discussion
Start: 6:30 pm
End: 8:30 pm
Morse Cutting Tools Public Informational Meeting: Celebrate Earth Day Old Bedford Village will present Morse Cutting Tools Technical Assistance Grants Report, on site and off site conditions.
690 reads – more info
04 / 23
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April Vacation Violence Prevention Program for Teens
End: 2:30 pm
Start: 04/21/2009 - 10:00am
End: 04/24/2009 - 2:30pm
The Boston Public Health Commission in concert with the Morton Norfolk VIP coalition* will be hosting a violence prevention writing workshop for teens during April vacation week. Participants will have a chance to look at the issue of youth violence from various angles through dialoging with guest speakers who are actively engaged in creating peace. There will also be a chance to discuss the positive and negative impact of media with journalists. The goal of the workshop is to teach young people the fundamentals of journalism, so all articles or creative pieces produce during the workshop will be printed in the Mattapan Reporter. If you know of any teen writers please inform them of this free opportunity.
921 reads – more info
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REEP Teen Cafe
Start: 5:00 pm
End: 7:00 pm
Every Thursday from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., youth from around the city join REEP to share discussions about school, health, and other social issues. The discussions are open to all youth and light refreshments are provided.
868 reads – more info
04 / 24
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April Vacation Violence Prevention Program for Teens
End: 2:30 pm
Start: 04/21/2009 - 10:00am
End: 04/24/2009 - 2:30pm
The Boston Public Health Commission in concert with the Morton Norfolk VIP coalition* will be hosting a violence prevention writing workshop for teens during April vacation week. Participants will have a chance to look at the issue of youth violence from various angles through dialoging with guest speakers who are actively engaged in creating peace. There will also be a chance to discuss the positive and negative impact of media with journalists. The goal of the workshop is to teach young people the fundamentals of journalism, so all articles or creative pieces produce during the workshop will be printed in the Mattapan Reporter. If you know of any teen writers please inform them of this free opportunity.
921 reads – more info
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Right to the City National Business Meeting
End: 12:00 pm
Start: 04/24/2009 - 12:00pm
End: 04/26/2009 - 12:00pm
Save the date! The RIGHT TO THE CITY national business meeting will occur April 24-26, 2009 in Washington, DC Details forthcoming. For more information, contact
813 reads – more info
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United Youth & Youth Workers of Boston
Start: 4:00 pm
End: 11:00 pm
Meeting and Party Friday, April 24 4:00pm-11:00pm Place TBA Check back for more info!
781 reads – more info
04 / 25
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Right to the City National Business Meeting
End: 12:00 pm
Start: 04/24/2009 - 12:00pm
End: 04/26/2009 - 12:00pm
Save the date! The RIGHT TO THE CITY national business meeting will occur April 24-26, 2009 in Washington, DC Details forthcoming. For more information, contact
813 reads – more info
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Old Bedford Village presents: Snapshots
Start: 11:00 am
End: 2:00 pm
Old Bedford Village presents: SNAPSHOTS A Showcase of New Bedford’s Neighborhoods: Our neighborhoods are, our future, as they are, our history, constantly in need of care; Join the discussion, our schools, streets, sidewalks, lights, public safety, clean and health homes, food/nutrition, healthcare, affordable rents, home ownership, foreclosure prevention, environmental health, Brownfield’s Revitalization and Community Reinvestment, economic development, green jobs, businesses, yard/gardens , preservation, transportation and energy. Yes we can, with genuine community participation, stakeholder involvement and environmental justice, we can sustain our history, by sustaining, greening our future.
825 reads – more info
04 / 26
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Right to the City National Business Meeting
End: 12:00 pm
Start: 04/24/2009 - 12:00pm
End: 04/26/2009 - 12:00pm
Save the date! The RIGHT TO THE CITY national business meeting will occur April 24-26, 2009 in Washington, DC Details forthcoming. For more information, contact
813 reads – more info
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Weatherization Barnraising
End: 5:00 pm
Start: 04/26/2009 - 12:30pm
End: 04/29/2009 - 5:00pm
A National Volunteer Week Project Initiative:Weatherization Barnraising The federal government hasn't cut carbon yet, so let's do it ourselves! Sunday, April 26 12:30pm-5:00 pm
828 reads – more info
04 / 27
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Weatherization Barnraising
End: 5:00 pm
Start: 04/26/2009 - 12:30pm
End: 04/29/2009 - 5:00pm
A National Volunteer Week Project Initiative:Weatherization Barnraising The federal government hasn't cut carbon yet, so let's do it ourselves! Sunday, April 26 12:30pm-5:00 pm
828 reads – more info
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MBTA Riders' Oversight Meeting
Start: 5:00 pm
The MBTA Riders' Oversight Committee Meeting is a public monthly meeting, usually occurring the last Monday of every month. For more information, contact René at 617-442-3343, ext 239, or
741 reads – more info
04 / 28
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Weatherization Barnraising
End: 5:00 pm
Start: 04/26/2009 - 12:30pm
End: 04/29/2009 - 5:00pm
A National Volunteer Week Project Initiative:Weatherization Barnraising The federal government hasn't cut carbon yet, so let's do it ourselves! Sunday, April 26 12:30pm-5:00 pm
828 reads – more info
04 / 29
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Weatherization Barnraising
End: 5:00 pm
Start: 04/26/2009 - 12:30pm
End: 04/29/2009 - 5:00pm
A National Volunteer Week Project Initiative:Weatherization Barnraising The federal government hasn't cut carbon yet, so let's do it ourselves! Sunday, April 26 12:30pm-5:00 pm
828 reads – more info
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CORI REFORM CAMPAIGN BRIEFING Updates & Action in 2009
Start: 10:00 am
End: 11:00 am
Boston Workers' Alliance invites you to a CORI Reform Campaign Briefing for supporting organizations. Please join us for an update
726 reads – more info
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TRU Monthly Meeting in Chelsea
Start: 6:00 pm
Wednesday, April 29 from 6 pm - 8 pm at the Chelsea Collaborative 300 Broadway St Chelsea For more information, contact Taisha.
776 reads – more info
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Union of Minority Neighborhoods:CORI Sealing
Start: 6:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm
LEARN HOW TO:Request a Copy of your CORI,Read and Understand your CORI,Seal your CORI everyother Wednesday Starting Wednesday, April 29 6-8pm 891 Centre St. Jamaica Plain, MA
771 reads – more info
04 / 30
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REEP Teen Cafe
Start: 5:00 pm
End: 7:00 pm
Every Thursday from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., youth from around the city join REEP to have their own space for discussions about school, health, and other social issues that they want to talk about. The discussions are open to all youth and light refreshments are provided.
732 reads – more info
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Dudley Vision Project: “Area Wide Plan & Coordination”
Start: 6:30 pm
End: 8:30 pm
Dudley Vision Project: “Area Wide Plan & Coordination” May 28, 2009 6:30pm – 8:30pm Central Boston Elder Services 2315 Washington Street Roxbury, MA 02119 Contact Dana Whiteside for more information
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Dudley Vision Project: Public Health Strategy
Start: 6:30 pm
End: 8:30 pm
Dudley Vision Project: Public Health Strategy April 30, 2009 6:30pm – 8:30pm Central Boston Elder Services 2315 Washington Street Roxbury, MA 02119 Contact Dana Whiteside for more information
807 reads – more info
05 / 1
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Sustainable Energy Summit
End: 9:00 am
Start: 05/01/2009 - 9:00am
End: 05/02/2009 - 9:00am
UMass Amherst is partnering with Co-op Power(Co-op Power)to host the fifth annual Sustainable Energy Summit! The timely theme of the 2009 Sustainable Energy Summit is "This is the Year! Now is the Hour!"
748 reads – more info
05 / 2
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Sustainable Energy Summit
End: 9:00 am
Start: 05/01/2009 - 9:00am
End: 05/02/2009 - 9:00am
UMass Amherst is partnering with Co-op Power(Co-op Power)to host the fifth annual Sustainable Energy Summit! The timely theme of the 2009 Sustainable Energy Summit is "This is the Year! Now is the Hour!"
748 reads – more info
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Wake Up the Earth Festival
Start: 11:00 am
Wake Up the Earth Festival Dear Spontaneous Community, The flowers are blooming and the sun is shining, it's once again time to... WAKE UP THE EARTH! This year's festival will include dancers, stiltwalkers, drummers, music, storytelling, popular theatre, holistic health workshops, food vendors, crafts, youth stage, children's activities and more.
1436 reads – more info
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Bikes Not Bombs & The JP Forum
Start: 7:00 pm
End: 8:30 pm
BNB presents Present BILL MCKIBBEN Activist, Environmentalist, Best Selling Author McKibben is one of the most important voices helping to inform and catalyze the local and international movement for environmental sustainability. A resident scholar at Middlebury College, he is an activist beyond his writing.
687 reads – more info
05 / 3
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Toxic Traffic Forum
Start: 7:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm
Toxic Traffic Forum Join us for a forum presented in collaboration with the Cambridge Public Health Department. Get the facts about the risks of cardiac and respiratory disease from motor vehicle pollution, listen to the perspectives of others, and consider some options that local officials might take to reduce health threats to both to the general public and to the populations who are most at risk.
1335 reads – more info
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