April 2, 2025
MassDOT invites the public to an “informational meeting” on a “proposed roadway reconstruction on Columbia Road and Kosciuszko Circle at I-93” this Thursday, April 3, at 6 p.m. at Boston College High School’s Cadigan Lecture Hall, 150 Morrissey Blvd. “The purpose of this meeting is to provide the public with the opportunity to become fully acquainted with the proposed Roadway Reconstruction on Columbia Road and Kosciuszko Circle at I-93 project. All views and comments made at the meeting will be reviewed and considered to the maximum extent possible,” the agency said in a public meeting noticed published in last week’s Reporter. In the event of inclement weather, a cancellation announcement will be posted on the internet at mass.gov/orgs/highway-division/events.
City of Boston Housing Resource Fair is set for this Saturday (April 5) from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Bolling Building, 2300 Washington St., Roxbury. Join a workshop, meet lenders, real estate agents, among other opportunities. Go to bit.ly/BHC-housing-resource-fair.
Dot Park Cleanup set – Dorchester Park will participate in the Love Your Block Neighborhood Cleanup this Saturday (April 5) from 9:30 a.m. to noon. Volunteers should meet at the park’s Adams Street entrance to remove litter and also rake leaves from the stone drainage systems throughout the park. Some equipment will be provided but participants are encouraged to bring gloves, rakes, and brooms, if available. Those walking to the park may want to bring bags to pick up sidewalk trash on the way.
A “Raise up Our Voices in Joy and Resistance” sing-along will be held at First Parish Dorchester, 10 Parish St., Dorchester this Saturday (April 5) from 6:30 to 8 p.m. It’s free. Music, refreshments and a gathering for young and old. Contact First Parish at 617-436-0527.
Mayor Wu and the Boston Parks and Recreation Department host the Mayor’s Cup Street Hockey Tournament in partnership with the Boston Bruins Foundation on Mon., April 21, and Tues., April 22, during school vacation week. All games will be played at John “Jackie” O’Brien Street Hockey Court within Moakley Park on Columbia Road in South Boston. Additional support is provided by P&G Gillette. Teams will compete in five divisions: Mite (ages 6 to 8); Squirt (ages 9 to 10); Pee Wee (ages 11 to 12); Girls U8; and Girls U10. Please note that pre-registration for teams is required with a limit of eight teams per regional division. Visit boston.gov/parks-sports to register or call 617-961-3083.
The Bunny Hop, a free event sponsored by the Neponset River Greenway Council and the Neponset River Watershed Association, will be held on Sun., April 13, from 1 to 3 p.m. at Pope John Paul II Park, near the Hallet Street entrance. DJ Ed Regal will provide the music and a Bunny will lead the dancing. There also will be games, crafts and candy. Supported by Cedar Grove Civic Association, Port Norfolk Civic Association and Pope’s Hill Neighborhood Association.
Mass Affordable Housing Alliance— MAHA— hosts its annual Taste of Dorchester fundraiser on Thurs., April 24, from 6 to 8 p.m. at IBEW Hall, 256 Freeport St., Dorchester. Go to mahahome.org for tickets and more information.
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