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Meetings

Jamaica Plain Neighborhood Council, last Tuesday of every month, Tues., May 27, 7pm, Curtis Hall, 20 South St. Info: 522-1150.
JPNC Housing and Development Committee, third Tuesday of every month, 6:30pm, Curtis Hall, 20 South St. Info: Francesca Fordiani 524-5922.
JPNC Zoning Committee, meets 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month, Curtis Hall, 20 South St.
Police-Community Relations, Latino Monthly Meeting, Thurs., May 8, 7pm, Nate Smith House, 155 Lamartine St.; Strategic Planning Meeting, Thurs., May 15, 7pm, District E-13 Police Station, 3347 Washington St. Police Monthly Meeting Thurs., June 8, 7pm, Curtis Hall, 20 South St. Info: 343-5624.
39 Bus Corridor Meeting cancelled.
Rossmore Stedman Park Community Meeting, the second in a series hosted by the city Parks and Rec. Department and the Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Services to discuss improvements to the park. Weds., May 21, 6:30pm, English High, 3rd Flr., 133 McBride St. Info: 961-3058.
Jamaica Pond Association Board, first Monday of every month, 7:30pm, Rogerson House, 434 Jamaicaway.
Jamaica Hills Association, second Wednesday of every month, except July and Aug., 7:30pm, Springhouse, Allandale Rd. Info: www.jamaicahills.org.
Sumner Hill Association Board, first Monday of every month, 7pm, various locations. Info: secretary@sumnerhillassociation.org.
JP Summit on Building a More Equitable Community, Jamaica Plain is at a critical juncture. Across the country, urban revitalization has led to the emergence of upscale, exclusive neighborhoods. Can JP be different? Joe Brooks of Policy Link, a nationally recognized expert on equitable development, will deliver the keynote. Hosted by the Jamaica Plain Neighborhood Development Corporation. Sat., May 17, 8:30am-3:30pm. Info: 522-2424.

Special Interest

Jamaica Plain Neighborhood Dinner, the Jamaica Plain Coalition Tree of Life/Arbol de Vida invites community members to share hopes for a better JP for youth, families, and seniors. Childcare provided, please RSVP. Weds., May 7, 5-8pm, Bromley Hall, corner of Columbus Ave. and Heath St. Info: 522-4832.
Rogerson Communities Annual Meeting, featuring keynote speaker Kenneth L. Minaker, MD., author, researcher, and chief of the geriatric medical unit at mass. General Hospital. Thurs., May 8, 8-10am, 1 Florence St., Roslindale. Please RSVP. Info: Sandy McWhirter 469-5807.
12th Annual Women’s Health Forum, featuring keynote speaker Diane Patrick, speaking on the experience of coping with depression after her husband’s election in 2006. Fri., May 9, 11am-4pm, Dimock Community Health Center, 55 Dimock St. Info: 442-8800 x1736.
Common Boston, celebrate Boston’s architecture, including architectural innovations in Jackson Square with Common Boston, May 9-11, various locations, reservations required. Info/full schedule: www.commonboston.org/cb08.
St. John’s Episcopal Church Sunday School Open House, gay and gay-friendly parents, non-profit organizers invited to check out the church’s newly renovated school basement and learn about the programs and spaces the church has to offer. Sat., May 10, 4pm, St. John’s Episcopal Church, Revere St. and Roanoke Ave. Info: www.stjohns-jp.org.
Mother’s Day Climate Change Action draw or paint a picture of what is most important to you in the face of climate change, and send a personal and compelling portrait for climate action to members of Congress. Sponsored by the Boston Climate Action Network. Sun., May 11, 12-1pm, First Church Unitarian Universalist, 6 Eliot St. Info: 278-1885.
10th Annual Neighborhood Coffee Hours + Mozart Street Play area Park Opening, Mayor Thomas M. Menino and the Boston Parks and Rec. Department invite local residents to enjoy informational coffee hours. Free t-shirts, face painting and music by Kevin McNamara and his One Man Band, Fri., May 16, 9:30am-10:30am, Mozart St. Playground, Mozart and Centre St. Info: 635-4505.
Franklin Park Coalition Annual Meeting, celebrate and learn more about Franklin Park. Special guests: Chris Cato from Youthbuild and the Eagle Eye Institute speaking on “The Transforming Power of Nature for Youth.” Light breakfast and children’s corner provided. Sat., May 17, 10am, Franklin Park Golf Clubhouse. Info/Directions/RSVP: 282-2811/www.franklinparkcoalition.org.
Yale Terrace Neighborhood Association, neighborhood party, a celebration and fundraiser to thank City Councilor John Tobin for his great service over the past year, Sun., May 18, 4-7pm, 29 Yale Terrace. Info: Liz O’Connor, liz@strategymatters.org.
Peace In The Making: Youth Violence from a Teen’s Perspective, see the premiere of “Looking for Peace—One Block at a Time,” a documentary film by the Hyde Square Task Force’s Health Career Ambassadors. A panel discussion on youth violence in Boston will follow the viewing. Thurs., May 29, 6-8pm, John D. O’Bryant African American Institute, Northeastern University, 40 Leon St., Suite 212. Info: Guy, 524-8303 x302/guy@hydesquare.org.
Hyde Square Task Force Annual Meeting, join the HSTF in celebrating the past year and learn about efforts this summer to engage more youth than ever through expanding arts and culture programs and new youth-led community development opportunities, Thurs, June 19, 6-8pm, Cheverus Building 30 Sunnyside St. Info: Paul Trunnell, 524-8303 x321/paul@hydesquare.org.

Fundraisers

2nd Annual Animal Tales Spring Gala, program includes live auction, updates, and special appearances from several animals the MSPCA-Angell has helped in the past years, Thurs., May 8, 6-10pm., MSPCA-Angell, 350 S. Huntington, tickets $250. Info/Tickets: Cory Berry-Whitlock, cberrywhit-lock@mspca.org.
27th Annual JP Branch Library Book Sale, presented by the Friends of the Jamaica plain Branch Library, Sat., May 17, 9:30am-1:30pm, Friends members special preview sale, Fri, May 16, 6-8pm items in good condition may be donated after Mon., April 14. JP Branch Library, 12 Sedgwick St. Info: 524-2053.
Loring-Greenough House Plant Sale, perennials, annuals and pre-planted garden containers; to support the restoration and maintenance of the LGH landscape. Sat., May 17, 9am-5pm, 12 South St. Rain Date, May 24. Info: 524-3158.
2nd Annual North American Indian Center of Boston Fundraising Gala, proceeds will benefit building renovation at 105 S. Huntington. $150. May 17, 6-12pm, The Boston Seaport and World Trade Center, 200 Seaport Blvd., Boston. Info/Tickets: Joanne Dunn, 232-0242 x21/jdunn.naicob@hotmail.com.
Friends of the Egleston Square Library Booksale, books, crafts and baked goods will be sold. Donations, independent vendors, welcome. Sat., May 24, 10am-2pm, Egleston Square Branch Library, 2044 Columbus Ave. Info: 445-4340.
Wilderness Heals Pledge Hike, three day, all-female fundraising hike. July 18-20 in New Hampshire’s White Mountains. Fundraising minimum $1,200, registration $50. Registration deadline, June 20. Info sessions May 17 at a hike in Middlesex Fells, June 4, 6pm, the Elizabeth Stone House, 8 Notre Dam St., Roxbury. Info/RSVP: www.elizabethstone.org/427-9801 x414.

Youth

Roberto Clemente 21 Sports Program, JP-based organization now accepting applications for 2008 baseball season, boys and girls ages 5-17. Registration $10-50 depending on division. Mondays, 6-7pm, Saturdays, 9-11am, Roxbury YMCA, 285 MLK Blvd., Roxbury. Info: Maria Figueroa 857-544-2269.
Connolly Branch Library, (closed Mon., May 5-Sun., May 18), Homework Assistance Program, a BPS teacher assists elementary school students, Mondays, 4-6pm, H.S. mentors assist students in grades 3-8, Mon-Thurs, 3:30-5:30pm; Children’s Films, short, fun films for preschool children, groups welcome. Wednesdays, 10:30am; “Wild Reads” summer reading program, free activities, reading raffle for Red Sox tickets, family nights and more, July 7-Agu. 15, 433 Centre St. Info: 522-1960.
JP Branch Library, Kids Club, Stories and crafts for kids 7+, Wednesdays, 4pm; Milk, Cookies and Bedtime Stories, Thursdays, 6:30pm, ages 2-5; Homework Assistance Program, Mon.-Thurs., 3:30-5:30pm, Sat., 10am-12pm, high school mentors available regularly, BPS teacher on-site Thursdays, JP Branch Library, 12 Sedgwick St. Info: 524-2053.

Health/Fitness

Faulkner Hospital Healthy Heart Screenings, learn about heart disease, get screened for cholesterol, blood pressure and blood sugar. Tues., May 6, 10-11am., Faulkner Hospital, 3rd Flr. Lobby, 1153 Centre St. Info/other dates, times: www.faulknerhospital.org...
Confront Heart and Vascular Diseases, Brigham and Women’s Hospital is offering classes and health screenings to focus on latest innovations in prevention and treatment, Mon., May 5, 9am-12pm, Southern JP Health Center, 640 Centre St.; Fri., May 2, 9am-12pm and May 16, 1-4pm, Martha Eliot Health Center, 75 Bickford St; Thurs., May 15, 1-4pm, North American Indian Center, 105 S. Huntington Ave. Info: NIppolito@hhcc.com.

Classes/Workshops

Jamaica Plain Adult Learning Program, Recruiting students for free computer-based English classes. These classes are for people not able to attend traditional classes or on waiting lists for classes. Students study on a computer when they have time and communicate with instructors on-line. Info: Andrea Stout: 635-5201.
ESL Conversation Group, Mondays, 6:30pm, Connolly Branch Library, 433 Centre St. Info: 522-1960; Tuesdays, 10am-12pm & Thursdays, 6pm, Jamaica Plain Branch Library, 12 Sedgwick St. Info: 524-2053.
Spanish Study Group, participants should be able to read a Spanish language newspaper, Mondays, 4:30pm, Jamaica Plain Branch Library, 12 Sedgwick St. Info: 524-2053.
Computer Help, Tuesdays, 5pm, Jamaica Plain Branch Library, 12 Sedgwick St. Info: 524-2053.
Center of Light, Intro to Meditation and Mysticism, Sundays 12:45pm, Thursdays, 7:30pm; Prayers for World Peace, 1st Wednesday of each month, 7:30pm; Conscious Movie Night: Forgiving Dr. Mengele, May 2; One-Time Classes: Info: 978-808-2330). Seminars with Father Peter Bowes: Simplify Your Life, Thurs., May 8, 7:30pm, $25; What We Have To Fear…is Fear Itself, Fri., May 9, 7:30pm, $25; The Divine Feminine: Following Your In-tuition, Sat., May 10, 10am-2pm, $35. Unless otherwise noted, all events held at: Center of Light, 200 Amory St. Info: centeroflightboston@gmail.com/852-2822..

Volunteers

Center of Light Peace Clean ups, join the Order of Mercy Sisters in removing trash and weeds from areas that need loving attention, May 24 and June 28. Info: Sister Deborah, 231-1920..

Office Hours

State Rep. Jeffrey Sánchez, Weds., May 7, 7:30-9:30am, El Oriental de Cuba Restaurant, 416 Centre St.
State Rep. Liz Malia, May 16, June 20, 8-9:30am, JP Licks, 659 Centre St. Info: 722-2060.
Congressman Mike Capuano’s Staff, Thurs., May 22, 5-6pm, JP Licks, 659 Centre St. Info: 621-6208.
JP Coordinator from the Mayor’s Office of Neighbor-hood Services, Colleen Keller, Mondays, 2-6pm, Curtis Hall, 20 South St.

Public Notices

Connolly Branch Library Closed for Renovations May 5-17, 433 Centre St.
E-13 Jamaica Plain Neighborhood Networks Launched, these neighborhood-centric, social networks are aimed at improving communication among neighborhood Crime Watches. Info: http://e-13.bostoncrimewatch.com..
JP Trees and Earthworks Will Plant a Tree in Your Front Yard, arborists can help you pick the right tree and skilled volunteers can help you plant it. Info: Gretchen 442-1059.
Boston Bakes For Breast Cancer, Canto 6 on Washington Street will be among 100 Boston-area vendors selling special desserts to benefit Dana Farber cancer research and care during the week leading up to Mother’s Day, May 5-11.
Funding Available for Youth Summer Programs, through the City’s Boston R.O.C.K.S program. Info: www.cityofboston.gov/bcyf.
National Association of Letter Carriers Annual Food Drive, leave nonperishable food by your mailbox, Sat. May 10.