Bowdoin/Geneva

On Wednesday January 30th, Globe journalists and community members from the Bowdoin-Geneva neighborhood in Dorchester will be discussing the groundbreaking “68 Blocks” series produced by a number of Globe reporters, some of whom were living in the neighborhood for the summer months. The talk will explore the roots of the violence that has plagued the area for years while also emphasizing the many positives that come out of this community.

Wednesday, January 30, 2013 - 6:00 P.M.-8:00 P.M.

 WHERE: The Boston Globe – The Link 135 Morrissey Boston, MA 02125 >> Read More

The Dorchester Community Food Co-op and the Sustainability Guild International present an exciting series of Friday night events August through September. These event will be "nutritious nights out" featuring savory food and beverages, live music, slam poetry, activities for kids, local community chefs and cooking demos. Help celebrate the essence of Dorchester through diverse voices, talents and flavors!

Fresh Fridays! A Global Fusion of Taste and Sound's opening night was August 3 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., at the First Parish Church (10 Parish Street, Dorchester) and the event series continues until September 14.  View a flyer here. Complete Schedule of Events after the break!

(Pay what you can - suggested donation $5)

Volunteers are needed to help staff this event. Please send an email to gennerre@gmail.com if you can help. If you are interested in becoming a member of the co-op, click HERE. >> Read More

There will be a Food in the Hood Meeting on May 9 at the Bowdoin Street Health Center, from 6:00 to 7:30 pm. The meeting will focus on gearing up for the summer season! The group will host the fourth Healthy Corner Store Challenge - Transformed Fried Chicken and Healthy Mac & Cheese. The meal will feature whole grain breadcrumbs and reduced fat cheddar cheese, both newly available at America's Food Basket on Bowdoin Street!

Bowdoin Street Health Center is located at 230 Bowdoin Street in Dorchester. For more information, contact Maura Beaufait.

CVC UNIDO will host a community wide meeting on Sunday April 15^th to address improving school choice and school assignments for our children.

For the Cape Verdean community to be heard we need your input!

School Choice means…

Boston Public Schools is discussing changing the process through which parents select schools for their children.  We believe that Cape Verdeans should have a say in how they choose schools for their children.

School Assignments means… >> Read More

Are you interested in buying healthy food in your own neighborhood? Do you want to find out more about the Healthy Corner Store Initiative, the Bowdoin Geneva Farmers' Market, and more? Join Food in the Hood for their next meeting, January 18 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Bowdoin Street Health Center.The Bowdoin Street Health Center is located at 230 Bowdoin Street in Dorchester. The meeting will include homemade pumpkin bread and fresh churned butter from the Senior Healthy Champions! For more information, please call 617.754.0026 or email Maura Beaufait.