By Seth Daniel

Hood Park filed its amended Master Plan last Friday with the Boston Planning and Development Agency (BPDA), and there are sev-eral changes to what was previously discussed – including a larger vil-lage green, larger buildings moved to the back of the site and a unique retail feature fronting Rutherford Avenue with a park on top of it.

“Today we filed our plans for the future of Hood Park,” said Chris Kaneb, owner of Hood Park. “We have been working extensively with

the community as we have updated this plan, and look forward to con-tinuing to engage with Charlestown throughout the formal process that starts today. Investment in Hood Park is good for everyone: it will create jobs, improve infrastructure, promote links to transit, expand community and green space as well as increase much-needed affordable housing in Charlestown.”

While the changes were offi-cially filed Friday, a meeting on Wednesday night, Sept. 12, at

By Seth Daniel

The Bunker Hill Associates have introduced a new grant application process this month in order to make more of an impact with larg-er grant awards, focusing on fewer organizations with its gifts.

President Kim Mahoney and Secretary John Taglilatella rolled out the changes this week, say-ing they would have a Grant Committee meeting on Sept. 24 at 6 p.m. in the Knights of Columbus building where applications will be available for local organizations, and a five-minute presentation will requested from the organization applying.

Both said they will now give four, $4,000 grants to community organizations serving local youth. To be eligible now, a non-prof-it or group must be located in

Charlestown with 60 percent of the organization residing in Charlestown. Organizations now must address a need address a program need that benefits and services the youth of Charlestown. They also have to be an official non-profit or have the ability to accept and expend grant funds.

“We’ve been doing this for 33 years and we’re trying to have more of an impact and more account-ability with the grant money,” said Taglilatella.

Said Mahoney, “Our fundrais-ing efforts are a little different and have been very successful than they have been in my opinion. From that, we’re seeing upwards of $40,000 raised this year. That’s a testament to the hard work of the Bunker Hill Associates and

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WHEELS OF STEEL: With a photo of the late David Whelan hanging above them, superstar Charlestown DJs: Kevin McGoff, Smoky Cain, Dan Campbell, Dennis Taylor, and Eddie D pause for a picture during the Flashback Friday portion of Disco for David last Friday night, Sept. 14, at the Knights of Columbus Father Daniel Mahoney Hall. All proceeds go to memorial scholarships in Whelan’s name. See page 4 for more photos.

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Wynn Resorts CEO Matt Maddox was on hand in Charlestown Monday with Cambridge College President Deborah Jackson, and a handful of members in the first Dealer School training program, to offi-cially open the doors on the area’s only training facility for prospec-tive dealers at the Encore Boston Harbor casino.

“Today is the first day and we have more than 100 people kick-ing it off today,” said Maddox before cutting the ceremonial rib-

bon. “We believe in investing in the communities around us. That’s what makes a successful enterprise – when you invest in your com-munity and the people that work for you.”

There are 167 members in the first class, and all were excited on Monday during their first day of school – sitting down along-side real blackjack tables and real poker stations provided to the College by Encore.

State Rep. Dan Ryan and State Sen. Sal DiDomenico were on

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What’s in a Name?

For Eden Street Park, there are about a dozen to consider

By Seth Daniel

There’s a small patch of open space on Eden Street that has about as many names as it has square feet of space.

Some simply call it Eden Street.Others from the older set call it

the McCarthy.The hockey players in the crowd

prefer ‘The Kitchen.’And by historical accounts, it’s

actually the Edwards Playground.All of those names and more

will be discussed and decided upon during what is expected to be a very contentious Parks Department public meeting tonight, Sept. 20, at the Golden Age Center on Main Street, at 6:30 p.m.

Many in the neighborhood were up-in-arms originally when the notice for the meeting went out announcing a planning process for the Edwards Playground.

Many wondered if the neigh-boring Edwards Middle School was trying to “move in” on the beloved park. Another group was outraged that the supposed namesake, World War I veteran Leo McCarthy, wasn’t part of the announcement.

According to Ryan Woods of the Parks Department, some research was done and the original name of the park is the Edwards Playground – although it’s not the name the Department favors at the moment.

He said when the Edwards opened in 1936, the space at the back door of the school – which is now Eden Street Park – was con-sidered the playground and gath-ering area for the Edwards. So it is, that was the first name given to the open space.

It’s also the name that shows up on Google Maps for the park, and the one that is most often used for licensing and permit applications.

However, in 1940, a quick move-ment was made by Charlestown’s city councilor to name the park after World War I veteran Leo

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A view of the northern side of the Hood Park new Master Plan submission, highlighting the new 50,000 sq. ft. village green open space and the tallest buildings proposed in the plan. The area is now vacant buildings and large parking lots. Hood filed is new Master Plan on Friday and will begin a robust community process this fall.

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DISCO FOR DAVID LIKE AN IRISH WAKE

The annual Disco for David Scholarship fundraiser was once again held in honor of Dave Whelan and as expected the place to be on last Friday Night. at the Knights. Kim Mahoney called this year's event FLASHBACK FRIDAY since they brought in five Old School DJs from back in the day.

Once a year in September, this fundraiser is held to raise funds for the David M. Whelan Scholarship Fund. Dave like so many before him didn't just do great things for the community, he lived for this patch of real estate every day of his much too short life. Charlestown over the years always seems to produce some great community people. No one in Charlestown needs to fill some-one else's shoes because we have an endless supply of shoes out there.

We all have our time. We all are supposed to do something with that time. Dave did just that. His time ended on December 16, 2015, when he lost his battle

with cancer. However, his memo-ry lives on and is as strong as ever.

This Disco for David and the scholarship is a way for Dave's spirit to keep on giving back like he did in his life. The funds raised go to three scholarships for Townie youth moving through college seeking their B.A.s and master's degrees every June, it supports one scholarship to the Charlestown Schoolgirls Association, assists with funds at the YMCA helping kids go to camp and other great causes.

I am sure Dave was looking down from heaven and doing a little disco up there. I was on the dance floor all night because back in the day like Dave, I loved the disco era and my days as disco Sal. I even showed up looking a little vintage wearing my flaming red shirt, bright red tie looking a bit like an aging disco star . Lost my polyester three piece and my Cuban heels years ago but when I shut my eyes I was back on the dance floor. On this, I am sure Dave would agree, there was nothing like disco and never will be. Just as there will never be another Dave Whelan.

I also found out that our District Councilor Lydia Edwards wasn't bad on the dance floor either, even though she probably read about disco in school.

ANOTHER HOLLYWOOD LOOK AT CHARLESTOWN

There's a new TV series com-ing out shortly on cable called "City on a Hill." Yet, anoth-er look inside the beast called Charlestown. It takes place back in the '90s when Boston was going through a "miracle" in the world of drugs, crimes, violence and gangs. When Boston was tak-ing all the bad characters of the streets and locking them all up.

This is just another bad pro-duction making Charlestown look like it is the Harvard University of Crime. Tired of it all, so end-less isn't it. Also, why does actor Kevin Bacon seem to show up in every big screen or little screen Hollywood project? By now, he should have his Boston accent down pat, right?

I won't concone this latest Hollywood's insult to Townies.

Scholarship WinnersThe Mark & Michelle

Gorman Scholarship committee is pleased to announce the win-ners of this year’s scholarships. The committee gave out $8000 in scholarships to eligible stu-dents for the 2018 – 2019 school year. Winners were chosen in a lottery on September 8.

College Scholarship Winners:

Patrick Wrenn – UMASS - Dartmouth

Rose Sullivan – Salem State College

High School Scholarship Winners:

Will Killoran – Belmont HillCaitlyn Killoran - Matignon K-8 Scholarship Winners:Finn Brennan - St. John SchoolCaoihme Connolly –

Hingham’s Integrated Preschool

ProgramLt. George M. Collier

Memorial Scholarship:Kelleigh Sullivan – St. Joseph

School of NursingThe Committee would like to

thank all of our players, donors, applicants and volunteers. Special thanks to the following supporters: Joe Kelly, Rep. Dan Ryan, and The Grasshopper

A POSSIBLE HARBINGERThe aftermath of Hurricane Florence on the Carolinas is another

wakeup call for our communities. Even though many preparations were made by local officials, there was still the loss of life and millions of dol-lars in damage.

While the wind was not as severe as originally forecasted, having been downgraded from a category four hurricane to a category one, the accumulation totals of the more than two feet of rain showed how dev-astating this amount of rainfall in a space of 48 hours can be for people and property.

We have seen in the last few months how vulnerable we are to heavy rains and high tides such as happened in August that flooded sections of Lynn. Or how many homes were flooded during the high tides in the blizzards of this winter.

In East Boston, the office of Neighborhood of Affordable Housing (NOAH) has been holding classes and discussions on how to mitigate damage from rising sea levels and trying to build land seawalls to protect low laying areas. As a matter of fact, the Boston Planning and Development Agency will hold a hearing and two of the topics to be discussed will include flood protection and climate resiliency on Tuesday, Sept. 25, at 6 p.m. at the Mario Umana Academy Gymnasium, 312 Border St.

In Revere where most of the community lies at or below sea level, Councillor John Powers has been advocating for cleaning out and remov-ing the debris from the emergency water ditches to make sure that surplus water can be moved quickly.

In Chelsea and Everett, the New England Produce Center is in danger of flooding from a storm like Florence and this flooding could cut off food supplies to many in the Northeast.

One can doubt whether any amount of preparation can be successfully when in North Carolina one river is expected to crest at 62 feet.

We know from super storm Sandy that new buildings and extensive housing renovations should move the utilities to higher levels in the structure.

Some advocate that more open land is needed to be able to absorb water, but when there are 24 inches of rain over a couple of days, the open ground is not able to absorb the rainfall fast enough.

The greatest natural resource we have to fight severe flooding are the saltwater marshes on North Shore Road and the Belle Isle Marsh. We do not know how many gallons of water these marshes could absorb but every effort should be made to try to expand the amount of water that these marshes can absorb.

In the end we are reminded of the quote:“Oh God thy sea is so great and my boat is so small”

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Mishawum Community Center served to unveil the plans to mem-bers of the community.

Mark Rosenshein, of Trademark Partners, explained the majority of the changes to those in the audi-ence, as well as the Article 80 City process that has now been triggered with Friday’s filing. That meeting, however, came after several char-rettes were planned throughout the spring and summer to find out what the community wanted. Hood has been looking to amend their Master Plan, which was approved in 2000, to reflect less of a sprawling suburban office park, and incorporate more open spaces and taller buildings.

One of the key issues has been height of the buildings, and that likely will not change.

The tallest building is now in the rear of the site on the north end, and it will be a 295-foot tower containing office/lab space and res-idential space. In front of it will be a 171-foot hotel and residen-tial building and that will all be fronted by 50,000 sq. ft. of open space, which is 25 percent larger than City Square Park. All of those spaces now are vacant buildings or parking lots. One new thing about the open space is that there will be several one-story retail buildings (12,000 sq. ft.) fronting Rutherford Avenue, and the open space green area will go on top of them, actual-ly creating a roof that is also a park.

“Everything we are going to pro-pose between Rutherford Avenue and the buildings will all be 75-feet or under,” he said. “The conversa-tion we want to have about height is the spaces closer to the high-way…We are suggesting a trade of height for more open space.”

Behind the existing Hood Park building that houses Cambridge College, Indigo and other tenants would be a 232-foot office/lab space that is 12-stories tall and 365,000 sq. ft. That building, which has been discussed before, will be the new world headquarters of Indigo, which is an agricultural technology company.

Rosenshein said with the Indigo headquarters, they have moved it over to create an amphitheatre area next to the already-approved 900-car parking garage.

This, he said, would create open space earlier in the phases of the project, and would also create bet-ter sight lines from Baldwin Street through the project.

That building would be part of phase 2A of development, and that’s because Indigo really wants to stay at Hood. Phase 1 is already underway with the residential building that is now under con-struction and the 900-car parking garage behind it on the south side

of the site.“Ten Stack Street will be

Indigo’s corporate headquarters,” he said. “That’s all about them coming to us and saying how fast can we get the space up. They have expanded their operations in Memphis because they have space in Memphis. We would rather they expand in Charlestown.”

He said that building would be the first part of the new develop-ment, if approved, and would start the day after they finish the parking garage – likely next July or August.

One thing that would accomplish is getting open space to the commu-nity earlier in the project. Due to the phasing, the taller buildings and the open space on the north side of the site wouldn’t emerge for anoth-er 10 years. Rosenshein said they plan to develop the Indigo building, and then another eight-story office/lab building next to it in Phase 2a and 2b. That would happen rela-tively quickly. Then, he said, they would wait for several years until the City finishes its reconfiguration of Rutherford Avenue. Once that is done, that would unlock Phase 3, which is the taller buildings and open space.

The new plan, however, would bring an amphitheatre open space to the project as part of the Indigo headquarters.

“One thing we heard was that all of the development would come fast and all of the amenities like the open space wouldn’t show up for a decade or so,” he said. “We heard that feedback and have now includ-ed new open space in each phase. With each phase, the open space gets bigger and better.”

Another notable change is the rotating of the buildings so that the community doesn’t feel walled off.

“One thing I heard from the community this summer was they don’t want to feel walled off by the development,” he said. “If you look at the Partners building, that’s a wall. What we’ve done is rotated

the buildings so the community in Charlestown is looking at the side, which allows for better sight lines and makes for a narrower edge from the community’s perspective.”

The parking spaces, with more than 1,700 proposed and already on site, will be retained but will be moved and dispersed throughout the new buildings.

The project is expected to have official City meetings through October and November, and Rosenshein said they hope to have their approvals done by March.

In addition to those meetings, Hood is sponsoring five special, topic oriented meetings throughout the next several months. Those will be on:

•Zoning/height/phasing•Traffic/Parking/Transportation•Open Space/Public realm•Neighborhood connectivity/

retail•Architecture/sustainability

A shot of the entire new Master Plan program, including the new residential building and parking garage already approved on the left side of this render-ing. At least two buildings will rise above 200-feet tall in the new plan, but far more open space and amenities will be created.

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Mayor Martin Walsh announced this week the appoint-ment of Quinlan Locke as the new Charlestown Neighborhood Liaison within the Mayor’s Civic Engagement Cabinet.

“Quinlan is no stranger to Charlestown, and I am excited to have him join the Office of Neighborhood Services,” said Mayor Walsh. “Charlestown is a neighborhood steeped with tradition and I know Quinlan will work hard to make sure the needs of residents are met and will advance our goal of provid-ing excellent city-services to every neighborhood in Boston.”

As the Charlestown Liaison, Locke will serve as the primary contact for constituents and busi-nesses looking to connect with the Mayor's Office, and will facilitate the delivery of services in collabo-ration with City departments.

He replaces Chris Breen, who left the position for another job in City Hall last month.

“I am very honored to be appointed as the Charlestown Liaison for Mayor Walsh’s office,” said Locke. “Over the past four years, I have seen first-hand how much the Mayor cares about Charlestown and I look forward to working with him and other City departments to continue the great quality of life our neighborhood has.”

Born and raised in Charlestown, Locke went on to study at the University of New Hampshire where he received his Bachelors of Arts in Recreational Management and Policy in 2015. After college, he served as the Aquatics Director at the Charlestown Boys and Girls Club, coaching several national championship swimmers.

Locke is an avid sports fan and continues to coach youth swimming in Charlestown in his free time. He enjoys rooting for New England sports teams and exploring the open spaces in Charlestown.

Charlestown’s Quinlan Locke chosen as Walsh’s next neighborhood liaison

Quinlan Locke, of Charlestown, has been chosen as the new liaison to the Mayor Martin Walsh’s office for the Charlestown neighborhood. Locke is well-known as a swim coach in the aquatics program at the Boys & Girls Club.

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Friends and family clapped hands dancing at the Knights of Columbus Hall for the Sept. 14 Disco for David Scholarship Fundraiser in memory of David Whelan. The late Whelan, who passed away in 2015 after a battle with cancer, was an activist and Charlestown resident, described by loved ones as the life of the party who would do anything for anyone.

“This is outstanding. We are humbled at the turn out,” said Kim Mahoney, event organizer and David’s cousin. “There is no doubt that he is watching over us and is thrilled everyone will be enjoying themselves on his behalf. He touched all our lives and will always be in our hearts. Charlestown has outdone itself again, and David would be so

proud.”In less than three years, the

community has raised more than $35,000, and awarded four scholarships each year in David Whelan’s name.

Cathy Lavigne laughing with Pat Harty, David’s mother-in-law.

Councilor Lydia Edwards with her mother, Bridgett Edwards, Gerry Donnaruma, and Judy Evers, Lydia Edwards’ office.

Mary Ellen Campbell, Sharron Sodergren, and Andrea Higgins.

Kim Paolillo, Patti Collins, and Theresa Murphy.

Vinny and Donna DeMaino, Quinlon Locke, Joan Sodergren, Kristen Giombetti, Joan and Dennis Kane.

Joe Favaloro, Linda and Billy Durette, Kathleen and Danny Noonan, and Barbara Favaloro.

Sal Giarratani, Event Organizer Kim Mahoney, Linda Collins, and Dave Flanagan.

Kitty Whelan, David’s mother, cele-brating her 80th birthday.

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500 Rutherford AvenueCambridge CollegeTown Common- Room 1403Charlestown, MA. 02129

Wednesday, September 266:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Charlestown Zoning Workshop

Meeting Description:This September, the Boston Planning & Development Agency (BPDA) will continue a series of community workshops to discuss zoning and development in the Charlestown neighborhood. The first meeting, held on June 25, 2018, featured a presentation and discussion of planning tools and concepts utilized by the BPDA to evaluate development proposals. The second meeting, held on September 17, 2018, focused on Charlestown's Local Industrial Zoning Subdistrict, an area located adjacent to the I-93 viaduct, and west of Rutherford Avenue. The third and final workshop scheduled on September 26, 2018 will focus on the results of the prior two workshops.

mail to: Raul Duverge Boston Planning & Development AgencyOne City Hall Square, 9th FloorBoston, MA 02201

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Nursing student Sophia Nedelman focused intently on examining a young girl and her friend. Then, the girl asked if she could examine her friend herself, so the MGH Institute of Health Professions student handed over her stethoscope. A moment later, the girl pronounced her teddy bear was in perfect health.

Welcome to Community IMPACT Day, the MGH Institute’s annual event in which students spend a morning volunteering with local non-profits in Charlestown and other Boston neighborhoods. More importantly for their educa-tion, it is when the more than 580 first-year students receive their ini-tial exposure to interprofessional education—a collaborative learn-ing method in which students learn with, from, and about one another.

“I’ve already had a clinical, but this was a chance to learn more about what other students do,” said Nedelman, who was part of a team of students who were stationed at the popular Teddy Bear Clinic, working with young children who had brought their dolls and stuffed animals for a “checkup.” “You can’t solve all of a patient’s issues, so you need to understand when they need assis-tance from someone in another field.”

Throughout their first year, stu-dents will participate as interpro-fessional teams in the Institute’s innovative IMPACT Practice cur-riculum. They will participate in community, clinical, and simulat-

ed experiences to reinforce how working together in teams pro-vides better patient care, which leads to improved outcomes.

Each of the 60 teams included a first-year student from each of the Institute’s prelicensure programs – Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Master of Science in Nursing, Doctor of Occupational Therapy, Doctor of Physical Therapy, Master of Physician Assistant Studies, and Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology. Each team was accompanied by a fac-ulty or staff member, increasing the total number of participants to 650.

The event, now in its seventh year, is the culmination of a year-long planning process in which faculty and staff from the school’s multiple academic programs work together to develop and imple-ment a complex web of people, service activities, community part-ner organizations, supplies, and transportation that fosters good-will and nurtures the relationships

with these community partners.A majority of the teams helped

at locations that were a short walk away from the Institute’s Charlestown Navy Yard campus. Tasks by students in these teams included cleaning, gardening and/or painting at: the Boys and Girls Club of Charlestown, First Church, St. John’s Episcopal Church, St. Catherine’s/St. Mary’s of Sienna Parish, the Navy Yard’s National Park area, Harvest on the Vine Food Pantry, Boston Centers for Youth and Families’ Charlestown Community Center, Doherty Park, Clougherty Pool, the Constitution Inn YMCA, MGH Charlestown Health Center, and on several streets in conjunction with the office of Boston Mayor Marty Walsh.

Other activities in Charlestown included reading to youngsters at the Charlestown Public Library; helping residents at the Denis McLaughlin House, Ferrin Street apartments, and Zelma Lacey House make fleece blankets; scrubbing boats at Courageous Sailing; preparing a meal at the Ronald McDonald House; playing bingo with seniors at the Golden Ages Center; painting bird hous-es at Harvard-Kent Elementary School; bringing therapy dogs to Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital; reading with kids at Good Shepherd School; and playing out-door games with youngsters from Children’s Quarters and Captain’s Quarters.

MGH Institute students help out in Charlestown

Giving checkups at Teddy Bear Clinic at MGH Institute Navy Yard campus.

McCarthy – who resided on Russell Street.

The Park was likely named after him during the annual Bunker Hill festivities, because a huge celebration was had on June 16, 1940 for McCarthy and the naming ceremony. It was reported in the Boston Globe on June 17, which of course is Charlestown’s hallowed day to celebrate the Battle of Bunker Hill.

In a write-up from the Globe in 1940, it described a Mass at St. Francis de Sales Church in honor of the late McCarthy – followed by a dedication of the park in his name. After the dedication, they held a colorful parade with veterans organizations and musi-cal units as well. There were more than 1,500 who attended the Mass.

During that Mass, Pastor Mark Driscoll appealed for everyone to put aside petty dif-ferences and support the nation and the president. This, of course, coming during the beginnings of World War II in Europe, prior to American involvement.

During the dedication cer-emony for McCarthy, then Congressman Thomas Flaherty declared that the people of America don’t want any part of the conflict raging in Europe, and he urged veterans to be on the lookout for “subversives.”

All of that sets the stage for today’s drama around the real name of the park, except for the fact that the City Council didn’t exactly dot all the I’s and cross all the t’s when they took their action in 1940.

Woods explained the usual process is to go before the Parks Commission to get the offi-cial name approved, and that didn’t happen in 1940. So, on some records it is the McCarthy Playground and on other records it is the Edwards.

In more recent times, most adults growing up in Charlestown or living in Charlestown have called it Eden Street Park. There is no official document calling it that, but it is typically what everyone calls the park nowadays and in the recent past.

The popular roller hockey rink, though, has come to be called ‘The Kitchen’ – a name bestowed on it by Joe Brennan and his wildly popular Kitchen Kup that takes place in August at the park. Many younger people and hockey die-hards tend to call the entire park ‘The Kitchen.’

However, it doesn’t stop there because the roller hockey rink is actually dedicated by name to a man named Donovan – so the rink is actually called Donovan

Rink, not The Kitchen.In other historical records,

those prior to it being named McCarthy, the park was referred to locally as the Mead Street Playground. Why? Who knows.

It all boils down to a con-versation that will take place at tonight’s meeting and at other planning meetings in the future.

“It was the Edwards Playground when the school opened in 1936,” said Woods. “Everyone in the community likes to refer to it as The Kitchen because of the rink. A lot of peo-ple just call it Eden Street. We do know the Council named it after Leo McCarthy in 1940…We should call it McCarthy and it will be called McCarthy, but we want to leave it up for discussion at the community meeting. We just want to get the proper sign up for it to be named for the veteran as we do the other reno-vations. We’ll address that more at the community meeting.”

•In other discussions expected at the Parks meeting tonight, Sept. 20, is the much more controver-sial topic of a dog park being located at Eden Street within the new park renovation project.

Many are asking for a separate off-leash space to walk and exer-cise the growing dog population. However, there is another large population of non-dog owners who would prefer to have the space for recreation. Right now, many dog owners exercise their dogs off-leash informally in the park when it’s not being heavily used. There’s a push from non-dog owners to keep that arrange-ment, and to level out the open lot to make playing fields.

The Eden Street park is actually named after World War I veteran Leo McCarthy, but his name isn’t the only name for the popular open space fronting Main Street.

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Historic House Tour 2018Saturday / September 22 / 11am-4pm

Charlestown Preservation Society Ticket information

CPS members:

$30 in advance / $35 tour day

Non-members:

$35 in advance / $40 tour day

$50 includes one-year membership

Buy tickets in advance at:

www.charlestownpreservation.org

Junebug Charlestown

Place & Gather

Charlestown office of

Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage

Buy tickets on tour day at:

Memorial Hall

14 Green Street

(across from the Charlestown Boys & Girls Club)

Questions?

info@charlestownpreservation.org

Lemonade Reception 4-5pm50-50 Raffle

to benefit preservation in Charlestown

CPS gratefully acknowledges our Official Sponsor

DON’T MISS OUT!www.charlestownpreservation.org

Photos by Marianne Salza

A little girl leapt on bales of hay while a boy surrounded himself in a circle of building blocks during the Hood Park NeighborHOOD Festival on Sept. 15. The commu-nity lunch party at Hood Business Park featured food and craft beer trucks, lawn games, and musi-cal entertainment by the Justin Petty Steel Drums Band. Families also enjoyed free Hoodsies, com-plimentary of the Boston Police Department’s Operation Hoodsie,

whoopie pies, and trolley dogs. Guests learned about Hood

projects that will be underway over the upcoming years, and how the community can share feedback at city meetings.

“We want this to be a time for people to relax and think about the possibilities that this could be an asset to the neighborhood in a way that it isn’t today as a 9 a.m.-5 p.m. destination for business,” explained Chris Kaneb, manager, Hood Park, LLC. “We want it to be part of the neighborhood.”

Gracyn and Evelyn Gadnow eating Hoodsies.

Chris Kaneb, manager, Hood Park.

Stuart and George Darci, and Chase Anderson.

Greg and Rory McNeil with Jenn Keating

Eliza and Pippa Nilson, and Paige Campbell.

Owen Shorey playing with the giant Jenga.

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The Advent School15 Brimmer St.Boston, MA 02108617-742-0520 x 15adventschool.org/events

The Advent School is a pre-mier elementary school located in the heart of Boston. Students from Pre-Kindergarten through Sixth Grade are immersed in an engaging and rigorous academic environment while learning to be critical think-ers and confident scholars. Advent students develop a true love of learning, and a strong foundation for their progres-sion to middle school. Learn more about transportation, financial aid, after school and additional offerings at Advent’s fall and winter Open Houses: Sunday, October 28, 1–3pm and Wednesday, December 5, 9–11am, or by visiting us online at www.adventschool.org/events.

Atrium School69 Grove Street Watertown, MA 02472atrium.org

Having just celebrated our 35th year, Atrium School is located in Watertown in an award-winning green building. Atrium families come from 35+ communities in and around Boston.

Atrium School’s PreK – 8th grade progressive education encourages academic curiosi-ty, creativity, and exploration while fostering each child’s intellectual growth. Our stu-dents develop confidence in themselves and respect for oth-ers within a joyful, vibrant com-munity of nurturing teachers, engaged parents, and enriching partnerships.

We are pleased to offer a full-day PreK program for children who turn four years of age by September 15th and a full-day Kindergarten program for chil-dren who turn five years of age by September 15th.

Atrium’s Middle School

250 WALTHAM ST., WEST NEWTON, MA 02465 | 617-630-2300

PRE-K – GRADE 9 OPEN HOUSE Sun., Nov. 4 | 1:00 – 3:00 PM

PRE-K – GRADE 1 ADMISSIONS EVENING* Thurs., Nov. 15 | 6:30 – 8:00 PM*This program starts promptly at 6:30 PM.

PRE-K – GRADE 4 OPEN HOUSE Tues., Dec. 4 | 9:00 – 11:00 AM

Discover More at an Admissions Event

Skip the line by PRE-REGISTERING TODAY AT FESSENDEN.ORG/OH18 OR CALL 617-630-2300

serves as the next step for our Grade 5 students and draws additional students from many area schools and communities. Our students are well-prepared for either independent or public high schools through an inno-vative and inspiring curriculum and program.

Atrium students are enriched by the Studio Art, Music+Music Integration and Violin pro-grams, Performing Arts, Library, Spanish, STEM, and Athletic Activities and Sports Teams during and after school.

* Please join us at our 2018- 2019 Open Houses (on our web- site at atrium.org)

* Or schedule a tour and see how Atrium students experi-ence Excellence with Joy

* Also, attend our amazing “A is for Atrium” preschool series (on our website).

Please contact Sandi Dunn at sdunn@atrium.org for further information.

Beacon Hill Nursery School74 Joy StreetBoston, MA 02114617-227-0822bhns.net

Beacon Hill Nursery School was founded in 1955 and has been a vital part of the downtown community since its inception with a consistent commitment to high quality early childhood education. Our primary mission is to create a nurturing community that instills a lifelong love of learn-ing in its students. We cher-ish children’s innate curiosity through purposeful play guided by exceptional early childhood educators.

Our school is warm and welcoming, with two onsite playscapes, a dedicated library, seven classrooms and an indoor gym. All of our pro-grams have a strong emphasis on play, hands-on engagement, open-ended exploration and social/emotional development. Enriched by weekly yoga and

music classes, our program nurtures and engages chil-dren in an environment that cultivates creativity and joy in learning. Our Junior Kindergarten program is designed to maintain the hallmarks of our play-based programs for young chil-dren while offering increased structure, exposure to aca-demic readiness skills, lead-ership opportunities and preparation for the transition to next schools.

Programs: Toddler (2-2.9 years) – 2, 3 or 5 mornings (8:45am-12pm)

Preschool (2.9-4 years) – 5 mornings (8:45am-12pm)

Junior Kindergarten (4+ years) – M-Th (8:45am-2pm), F (8:45am-12pm)

Extended Day: Early Drop-off 8:00-8:45am

Extended Day until 3:30 or 5:45pm

Deadlines: Early Decision (Toddlers and all Siblings) – November 15

All other Applications – January 15

Meet us: HillFest (at Charles & Mt. Vernon) – September 23, 12-4pm

Open Houses – October 2 & October 22, 6:30-8pm

Pre-register for our Open Houses online at www.bhns.net

Tuition: $9,090-28,660 Financial Aid: Need-based

Belmont Day School 55 Day School Lane Belmont, MA 02478617-932-3889617-489-1942 fbelmontday.org

Belmont Day School is a community of inspiring, bold, and remarkable learners and leaders. Curricula emphasize hands-on, interdisciplinary work that grounds the aca-demic experience in the real world, and faculty expert-ly offer each individual the

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Shady Hill School Cambridge, Mass.

A FUNDAMENTALLY DIFFERENT APPROACH TO LEARNING PRE-K TO GRADE 8

Lower School Open House: October 21 Middle School Open House: November 15 shs.org / ADMISSION

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An infant crumpling and shaking a napkin. A 3-year-old dancing with light and shad-ows. A jostling crowd of excited 5-year-olds mastering principles of physics as they design ramps for marbles. How do young chil-dren really learn? How can good teachers—or loving parents and grandparents--spark learning?

Discover all of this and more in a free visit to the “Wonder of Learning: Hundred Languages of Children,” a traveling exhibit from Reggio Emilia, Italy that offers educators, parents, and the general public an up-close, hands-on view of high-quality early childhood education creat-ed within public schools.

This inspiring exhibit illus-trates stories of children learning through play with caring adults providing guidance and ques-tioning; and shows how simple natural materials create bridges to learning—a rainbow of jars

filled with colorful beans and shells, trays of rocks, brilliant flowers and found objects; dives deeply into the different ways individual children learn through photos, videos, and text of chil-dren (ages 0 to 5) discovering a world of colors, shapes, writing, light, and movement.

Educators in the United States have been inspired by the Reggio Emilia early childhood public schools and their approach to the close listening and obser-vations of children. Children’s learning is shared through stories with the community so that the image of a child is one of intel-ligence, curiosity, and constant desire to learn.

The “Wonder of Learning” has traveled to 22 cities in the U.S. and is now at Boston University’s Wheelock College of Education and Human Development until mid-No-vember. Displayed through-

out five sections of the Boston University Fenway campus, the exhibit starts in the lobby of the Wheelock Family Theater (180 Riverway, Boston). Visiting the exhibit is free and open daily to the public; although this exhibit is for adults.

Visit www.wonderoflearning-boston.org for hours and learn-ing opportunities. Experience the exhibit with adult friends, other parents, or your children’s teachers! There are fine places to eat nearby, and the exhibit is in a cool and comfortable environment. Any adult who wants to enhance learning for children will love this exhibit. Groups visits by appointment or for questions, visit info@wonder-oflearningboston.org.

WHERE BOYS LEARN TO BECOMEmenfor others

OPEN HOUSEARRUPE DIVISION: GRADES 7-8

OCTOBER 14 & NOVEMBER 7

HIGH SCHOOL: GRADES 9-12OCTOBER 21

www.bchigh.edu/visit 150 Morrissey Blvd., Boston, MA

TODDLER–GRADE 6

ONE PARK STREET

67 BRIMMER STREET

617-523-7577

PARKSTREETSCHOOL.ORG

Open House

OCTOBER 16

9:00 - 11:00 a.m.

OCTOBER 22

6:00 - 7:30 p.m.

NOVEMBER 30

9:00 - 11:00 a.m.

CELEBRATE THE INTELLIGENCE & CURIOSITY OF CHILDREN:

Visit the ‘Wonder Of Learning: The Hundred Languages Of Children’

right level of challenge and support. Students build a strong sense of themselves and embody the school’s core values of excellence, honesty, caring, joy, responsibility, and respect. Graduates go on to high schools of their choos-ing, where they are embraced as confident self-advocates and leaders. Learn more at an Open House: Saturday, October 20, 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. www.belmontday.org

Boston Children’s School 8 Whittier Place Boston, MA 02114 617-367-6239 bostonchildrens-school.org

Established in 1965, the Boston Children’s School has been bringing the joy of learn-ing to children between the ages of 2.9 and 7 years of age for over 50 years. Located in the historic West End section of Boston at Charles River Park, the Boston Children’s School attracts students from the greater Boston area and children from around the world.

Our curriculum is both cognitively and develop-mentally age appropriate. Children learn and play in small groups, in individu-al, intimate classroom set-tings, allowing the classroom teachers to know each child and their individual learning style. In addition to daily classroom activities, the Boston Children’s School offers Spanish, sign language and music as part of its cur-riculum. All children have daily access to the on-site playground. Early Arrival, Late Stay and Extended Day Programs are available to all children.

The Boston Children’s School also offers a nine week “Summer Fun Program” to children between the ages of 3 and 10 years old. Detailed information about the Boston Children’s School, its academic year and summer programs, are available on the Boston Children’s School website at www.BostonChildrensSchool.Org. Please feel free to call Judy Langer, the Director of the Boston Children’s School with any questions that you may have about the

Boston Children’s School or to set up a time to visit the school. The B.C.S. telephone number is 617- 367-6239.

Academic Year - September through May Ages - 2.9 through 7 years old

Hours - 8:45a.m. – Noon for 2.7+ Preschool (2,3 or 5 days a week)

8:45a.m. – 1pm for 3.0+ Preschool (3 or 5 days a week)

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For more information, please contact admissions@newmanboston.org

247 Marlborough Street, Boston, MA • (617) 267-4530 • newmanboston.org

THE NEWMAN SCHOOL

Coed college preparatory grades 7-12 in the Back Bay. Small class sizes, quality college acceptances, vibrant sports program. International Baccalaureate diploma option.

We hope to see you there!

OPEN HOUSESunday, October 14th 11am-1pm

8:45am – 3pm for Kindergarten (5 days a week)

8:45a.m. – 3p.m. for Transition Grade 1 (5 days a week)

Early Arrival from 8:15am and Late Stay until 5:30p.m. is available.

Application Deadline is January 15th.

Tuition $9850 - $19,900Financial Aid – Limited

Availability

Charlestown Nursery School 124 Main StreetCharlestown, MA617-242-5169charlestownnursery-school.com

Charlestown Nursery School (CNS) is an innovative program for children 2-5 years old that draws on the best research from Reggio Emilia, Montessori and other thoughtful approaches. Our curriculum is built around

a series of explorations that grow out of the children’s own interests and integrates indi-vidualized development – com-bining the power of the chil-dren’s boundless curiosity with an expertly guided investiga-tive approach that immerses the children in the process and joys of real discovery, with the goal of nurturing self-motivat-ed, life-long learners. CNS has been recognized by educators from around the world and has been highlighted in many studies of high-quality early childhood.

The city’s resources – includ-ing parks, museums, libraries and historic attractions – are considered part of the school’s “campus,” and our frequent visits foster the child’s feeling of being at home in the wider world.

Ages: 2 - 5 years.Tuition variable by program.Regular Admissions appli-

cations must be submitted by January 30th;

Early admission, Nov.15 – Jan. 15 rolling admission

Fessenden School250 Waltham St., WestNewton, MA 02465617-630-2300Fessenden.org

You’ve imagined this world for your child. A nurtur-ing community that instantly becomes a second home. A place where children are eager to unearth new passions and talents. A school that provides endless possibilities for growth and development—and where students actually have fun learning. The Fessenden School is more than an independent day and boarding school for boys in Pre- K-Grade 9. It’s a journey. An educational play-ground. A family. Located just minutes from downtown Boston, Fessenden provides an academic experience that both supports and inspires boys to venture beyond their comfort zones. And, by demonstrating

kindness and respect, faculty and staff encourage students to strive, inter- act, and claim their identities with both confidence and humility.

You don’t have to imagine this world any longer. Join us this fall for a Fessenden Open House so you and your family can experience the transforma-tive power of a Fessenden edu-cation firsthand. Visit fessend-en.org/OH18 to learn more.

The Good Shepherd School20 Winthrop St. Charlestown, MA 02129 617-242-8800director@gsscharlestown.orggsscharlestown.org

Good Shepherd School (GSS) is located in Charlestown. Our fundamental value is to provide a Catholic education in a nur-turing environment for children ages 2 to 5 years old, while preparing our children for the world ahead. GSS is designed to foster each child’s growth through intentional learning opportunities that are both structural and multi-sensory, while meeting our students’ individual needs and interests. Students of GSS are given the opportunity to work together and explore friendships, while learning how to actively and appropriately participate in a school setting. Our curriculum also supports the social and emotional development of our students by building self-con-fidence and social maturity, which includes: Handwriting Without Tears, TERC Math, Happy Feet Soccer, Hero Kids Gymnastics, NEMPAC Music, and Religious Education. We offer a variety of scheduling to fit your family’s needs, with much flexibility our options are from 2 or 3 days and 4 or 5 days with start time at 8am and pick up times at 12pm, 12:30pm, 3pm, or 5:30pm. Our tuition is

from $7,500 - $16,800Join us for our Open

House on November 7th at 6:30pm. To find out more about Good Shepherd School please contact our Director, Jessica Maxwell, M.Ed (director@gsscharlestown.org) and visit our website at www. gsscharlestown. org

John Winthrop School for Young Children 66 Marlborough Street Boston MA 02116 617.267.7159 johnwinthropschool.org

A cornerstone of early childhood education in the Back Bay communi-ty for over 50 years, John Winthrop School for Young Children welcomes little learners ages 15 months to 5 years. Toddlers and pre-school aged children thrive under the care of our nurtur-ing, tenured teachers; enjoy spontaneous play in our well-equipped classrooms; and find new adventures in our beautiful outdoor playspaces. Visit us at a fall Open House or meet current families at our renowned Street Fair on October 13!

Ages: 15 months-5 yearsHours: Morning Programs

8:15a.m. – 11:45a.m.Extended Afternoon

(3:00 p.m.) and Extended Day (5:30 p.m.) Programs Available

Open Houses: Thursday, October 4, 5:30p.m.-7:00p.m.

Saturday, November 3, 10:00a.m.-12:00p.m.

Street Fair: Oct. 13, 10:30am-1:30pm

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Elementary campers at Torit Montessori spent their summer learning the fundamentals of cod-ing and robotics, but they did not have to give up the outdoors or summer sports like swimming, soccer and tennis. Torit’s newly designed Elementary summer pro-gram successfully partnered the two to give students balance.

Kristen Mansharamani, Torit’s founder, speaks of the Tech/Sports partnership this way: “Summer is a great time for diving into your newer technologies that are not yet significant parts of most core academic curriculum. However, as parents and educators, we struggle with giving up too much

of the outdoors for our kids in summer.”

Mansharamani should know — she has a 7-year old son. “Usually it is two different types of kids who do Sports camps and Tech camps. At Torit, we focus on the whole child approach to education, so we put the two offerings together in one pro-gram,” she said.

Through a partnership with Empow Studios, which provided onsite staff at Torit five hours each day, students had daily les-sons in Robotics, 3-D Design/Printing and Coding. Empow’s instruction engaged participants as young as 6 to program their

Technology partners with sports at Torit Montessori

Lego-based robot to recognize a specific color, then move forward, backward, turn and stop when it saw that color. In coding class, kids made computer-based characters that moved and had conversations, and they added music and back-grounds to create a kind of video. Some even built their own full games to play. An introduction to 3-D printing showed students how to use the computer to configure shapes to make 3-D objects and demonstrated and explained the basic mechanics of 3-D printing.

All of this tech happened on summer afternoons. Mornings, before the height of the summer heat, brought soccer, T-Ball, and other sports at the Esplanade field against the beautiful backdrop of the Charles River. Beacon Hillers or parents in the West End may have seen the Torit program par-ticipants practicing on the tennis courts next to the Charlesbank spray deck and playground. Swimming lessons took place at the Clubs at Charles River Park

under the guidance of a Masters’ swim coach, building teamwork skills and physical strength.

Dribbling and passing, batting, lobbing and volleying, and swim-ming laps kept these children of Boston engaged, moving, and out-side every day to stay active and alert for the afternoon tech work-shops. “Even for summer, Torit is all about the classics partnered with knowledge of the future,” said Manshramani.

This fall, Torit celebrates 10 years of providing exception-al Montessori education from Infancy through Elementary, wel-coming additional students this fall through Grade 6. With an early childhood campus on Province Street and an elementary campus on Cambridge Street across from MGH, Torit is dedicated to entre-preneurship, independence, expe-riential learning, and the ethos of a global community. In addition to a strong Montessori curriculum

blended with tech and arts and a robust after school program, Torit teaches all students Mandarin, Arabic, and Spanish.

For more information about Torit’s “Classical Education for the Future”, visit www.toritschool.org or contact office@toritschool.org.

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Kingsley Montessori School30 Fairfield Street,26 Exeter Street, Boston, MA 02116 617-226-4927kingsley.org

Located in the heart of Boston’s Back Bay, Kingsley is a premier independent day school serving ages 2 through 12 and guided by a unique blend of Montessori philosophy and innovative programming. Kingsley offers a Montessori education tailored to the tal-ents, curiosity, and growth of each student. Our progressive, inquiry-based programs culti-vate students’ social and aca-demic development and prepare them to advance successfully to top public and private mid-dle schools. Kingsley strives to make the most of each student’s unique gifts and interests and to empower students to take ownership of their learning so that they may become happy,

confident, and successful learn-ers for life. Our core values of knowing every child during their Foundational Decade of Learning and partnering with parents propel students to reach their potential.

Accreditations: American Montessori Society, Association of Independent Schools of New England, National Association for the Education of Young Children, National Association of Independent Schools, North American Montessori Teacher’s Association.

Grade: Toddler–6338 studentsEstablished in: 1991Student Teacher Ratio:

Toddler - 5:1; Preschool - 9:1; Lower Elementary - 8:1; Upper Elementary - 12:1

Average Class Size: 10 - 24, depending on grade. For more information, please email admissions@kingsley.org, call 617-226- 4927, or visit kings-ley.org.

The Park School171 Goddard Ave.Brookline, MA 02445617-277-2456parkschool.org

Park is a vibrant, connect-ed, and diverse community of faculty and parents working together to support 550 stu-dents along their transforma-tive journey from age 4 to 14. Families come from more than 30 communities in the metropolitan area; one third come from Boston. The school is located on a 34-acre campus less than a mile from Jamaica Pond. Park offers generous financial aid, bus service to Beacon Hill, and free shuttles from nearby MBTA stations.

Tuition: $28,830 for Pre-Kindergarten – $43,600 for Grade 8

Application deadline: Jan. 11, 2019

Diversity: 36% students of color

Financial Aid: 23% students receive financial assistance

Park Street School – PreschoolOne Park StreetBoston, MA 02108617-523-7577parkstreetschool.org

Inspire. Discover. Become. It’s the experience for every child at Park Street School.

Consider the best education for children Toddler - Grade 6 in bright and sunny facilities in Beacon Hill! While our loca-tion is ideal, it’s our remark-able students, faculty and fam-ilies working together, forming close relationships that creates a vibrant and nurturing com-munity where children thrive.

Grounded in Core Knowledge philosophy, chil-dren build strong foundations of knowledge in the early years - an approach we believe is foundational to developing critical thinking skills necessary for lifelong learning. Learning here is active! Creativity, imag-

ination, and social develop-ment are fostered through les-sons, learning centers and play. Whether collecting leaves, discovering animals’ habitats in Ponds and Meadows, or bicycling in gym, children are “out of the chair” – making connections in and out of the classroom and between sub-jects. The learning is real and tangible, and it sets us apart. As a Christian school, we’re committed to guiding students in the formation of character and an understanding of God’s love for them. Connecting the mind and the heart - class-room learning and character education - is what makes Park Street School special.

Ages: 2-5 years Tuition: $9,500-$19,500; $1,500 - $6,000 additional for after-noon programs Financial Assistance: Available for Pre- Kindergarten through Grade 6, with limited availability for Preschool. Hours:8:00 a.m.- noon for morning programs, Creative Afternoons 1:00-3:15 p.m. for ages 3 and up. Two, three, four and five-day pro-grams available. Application deadline: Jan. 2 for priority for fall programs.

Shady Hill School178 Coolidge HillCambridge, MA 02138617-520-5200 shs.org

Shady Hill is a Pre-K through Grade 8 coed day school locat-ed on an 11-acre campus in Cambridge. Over 500 students come from 40 area communi-ties. Since 1915, the School has been committed to creating an environment where children are joyful, active learners who become confident and ethical citizens. The School honors the individual character of each child, encourages learn-ing through collaboration, and values intellectual discipline. Central Subject, a fundamen-tally different approach to teaching and learning, fosters

integrated study and the devel-opment of critical and creative thinkers and problem solvers.

Hours: 8:10 A.M. – 3:15 P.M.; half-day program for Pre-K; after-school program until 6:00 P.M.

Tuition: Grades Pre-K – 8 in 2018–2019 range from $27,170 to $39,440. 21% of families receive need-based financial aid grants totaling over $2.7 million.

Bus transportation is avail-able to a number of towns and areas of Boston.

Application deadlines: Dec. 15 for Pre-K and K; Jan. 4 for Grades 1 – 7.

Applications to all grades area accepted, with annu-al openings in Pre-K, Kindergarten, and Grades 3 and 6.

OPEN HOUSES: Lower School (Pre-K – Grade 4) – Sunday, October 21 from 2:00-4:00 P.M. Middle School (Grades 5 – 8) – Thursday, November 15, program starts at 7:00 P.M.

Spruce St Nursery School5 Avery St, Boston, MA 02111 (617) 482-5252sprucestreet.org

Spruce Street Nursery School offers a joyous early learning experience for chil-dren from 2 through 5 years of age. In four open classrooms designed to stimulate creativ-ity and enhance development, dedicated teachers lovingly provide both individual and group instruction and support. Lessons are planned themat-ically, with ample opportuni-ties for exploration and guided instruction. Physical develop-ment is enhanced through reg-ular trips to local playgrounds and Equinox. Parent involve-ment is an integral element of the Spruce Street experi-ence, and the communication

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T H E A D V E N T S C H O O LFounded 1961

Culture of CollaborationInclusive Community Passion for Learning

Open Houses for Pre-K - Sixth Grade

Sunday, October 281 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Wednesday, December 59 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Learn Moreadventschool www.adventschool.org (617) 742-0572 x 15

between teachers, parents and children ensures a strong com-munity.

Ages: 2 - 5 yearsTuition: $10,900 - $22,900Hours: Morning Programs8:30am-1pmAcorns 2 - 2.9 years M, W,

F or T, TH;Willows 2.10 - mid-threes

3, 4, and 5 day scheduling options;

Maples late 3s-early fours, 3, 4 and 5 day scheduling options;

Oaks 4 turning five during the school year, 5-day option only.

Early Arrival 7:30 - 8:30am, separate fees apply

Extended Day 1-3:30pm, separate fees apply

Special Afternoon Activities (Swim, Soccer, Movement & Mindfulness, & Theater) 1-3:30pm, separate fees apply

Application deadline for the 2019-2020 school year is January 15th

Financial aid: Need basedAdmissions Open House:

Saturday, October 27th 9am-12pm children are wel-come!

St. John School9 Moon StreetBoston, MA 02113617-227-3143sjsne.comK3 -8th grade

Nestled in the heart of Boston’s North End, St. John School has prepared students for bright futures since 1895. We are a Catholic value-cen-tered learning environment focused on educating students in an atmosphere that fosters a spirit of cooperation, faith, and academic excellence.

Welcoming pre-kindergar-ten through 8th grade students, we utilize innovative programs and a standards-based curric-ulum to educate the whole child. Our dedicated teachers and small class size ensure that each student’s unique progress is celebrated. Students enjoy a

state-of-the-art computer lab, 1 to 1 iPad program, science lab, STEM programs, Italian language instruction, wood-working classes, our own hydroponic garden, and pro-fessional music classes. Our After School Program costs $300 per month and in ses-sion from 2:30 PM- 6:00 PM. Rolling admissions. Please join us for our Open House: 9:30 AM, Wednesday, November 7th.

Hours: Drop off starting at 7:30 AM, class time 7:55 AM – 2:40 PM.

Tuition: K3 Three day (full day): $8,450/Five day (full day) : $9,850

K4 (full day) $5,750, K5 (full day) $5,550, Grades 1-8 $5,350

Torit Montessori School45 Province Street (Infant, Toddler & Pre-K)300 Cambridge Street (Pre-K through Grade 6)Boston, MA 02114(617) 523-4000toritschool.org

Torit Montessori offers a unique education for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and elementary students through Grade 6 in our two down-town campuses. In keeping with Dr. Maria Montessori’s own sense of globalism and commitment to peace edu-cation, we teach all our stu-dents - our future world citi-zens - Arabic, Mandarin and Spanish, along with courtesy, grace, and a spirit of communi-ty. Torit’s exceptional elemen-tary curriculum is based on the Montessori Great Lessons, and is complimented by athletics, art, music, language, and a robust after school enrichment program. With guidance from faculty, students in grades 1 through 6 gain self-confidence

to find their place in the world as they build the skills every global citizen needs, ranging from social interconnectedness to technological entrepreneur-ship. Torit’s goal is to support families in the challenging and rewarding work of raising edu-cated, responsible, ethical, and motivated people.

From the moment you’re greeted at the door until the moment you say “maʿ al-salamah” or perhaps “adios,” you will see and expe-rience the Torit difference. We invite you to experience that difference at an Open House, and to inquire via email at office@toritschool.org.

Infant, Toddler, Preschool: 7:30am to 2:45pm: Extended Day Enhancements until 5:45pm.

Elementary: 8:00am - 3:00 pm; After School Enrichment 3:00-5:45pm, including Science, Arts, and Athletics

Open House Dates at 300 Cambridge Street: October 20, 10am -12pm, November 7, 9am -11am, and November 15, 4:00pm to 5:00pm.

Urban Montessori Academy and Allo Learning PlayscapeFlagship Wharf Building197 8th St.Charlestown, MA 02129 857-400-8622umacademy.com

Urban Montessori Academy is Charlestown’s only Montessori preschool, opening its doors to students from 15 months to 6-years-old. UMA is a holistic school providing an education that not only encompasses students’ aca-demics but also the formation of their character. UMA offers student-centered lessons where the teacher is a facilitator of learning and not the “sage on the stage” lecturing to inactive students. Students experience a

personalized journey at UMA. They receive lessons on cour-tesy, core academics, and activ-ities that foster lifelong social skills.

Allo is a Montessori-inspired indoor, learning playscape locat-ed next to UMA on the water-front of the Flagship Wharf building in Charlestown. Allo offers a rotating gross motor room, water-play room, enrich-ment classes, and birthday par-ties. As children utilize the play space, parents remain on site and can enjoy our adult-desig-nated space to work, read and charge phones & laptops. Allo can be accessed by those who purchase a day pass, 10-pack admissions passes, monthly memberships or enrichment class series packs.

Visit our website at www.umacademy.com for more information or call (857) 400-8622 to schedule your tour!

ElementaryThe Advent School15 Brimmer St.Boston, MA 02108617-742-0520 x 15adventschool.org/events

The Advent School is a pre-mier elementary school located in the heart of Boston. Students from Pre-Kindergarten through Sixth Grade are immersed in an engaging and rigorous academic environment while learning to be critical think-ers and confident scholars. Advent students develop a true love of learning, and a strong foundation for their progres-sion to middle school. Learn more about transportation, financial aid, after school and additional offerings at Advent’s fall and winter Open Houses: Sunday, October 28, 1–3pm and Wednesday, December 5, 9–11am, or by visiting us online at www.adventschool.org/events.

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Atrium School69 Grove Street Watertown, MA 02472atrium.org

Having just celebrated our 35th year, Atrium School is located in Watertown in an award-winning green building. Atrium families come from 35+ communities in and around Boston.

Atrium School’s PreK – 8th grade progressive education encourages academic curiosi-

ty, creativity, and exploration while fostering each child’s intellectual growth. Our stu-dents develop confidence in themselves and respect for oth-ers within a joyful, vibrant com-munity of nurturing teachers, engaged parents, and enriching partnerships.

We are pleased to offer a full-day PreK program for children who turn four years of age by September 15th and a full-day Kindergarten program for chil-dren who turn five years of age

by September 15th.Atrium’s Middle School

serves as the next step for our Grade 5 students and draws additional students from many area schools and communities. Our students are well-prepared for either independent or public high schools through an inno-vative and inspiring curriculum and program.

Atrium students are enriched by the Studio Art, Music+Music Integration and Violin pro-grams, Performing Arts, Library, Spanish, STEM, and Athletic Activities and Sports Teams during and after school.

* Please join us at our 2018- 2019 Open Houses (on our web- site at atrium.org)

* Or schedule a tour and see how Atrium students experi-ence Excellence with Joy

* Also, attend our amazing “A is for Atrium” preschool series (on our website).

Please contact Sandi Dunn at sdunn@atrium.org for further information.

Belmont Day School 55 Day School Lane Belmont, MA 02478617-932-3889617-489-1942 (f)belmontday.org

Belmont Day School is a community of inspiring, bold, and remarkable learners and leaders. Curricula emphasize hands-on, interdisciplinary work that grounds the academ-ic experience in the real world, and faculty expertly offer each individual the right level of challenge and support. Students build a strong sense of them-selves and embody the school’s core values of excellence, hon-esty, caring, joy, responsibility, and respect. Graduates go on to high schools of their choos-ing, where they are embraced as confident self-advocates and leaders. Learn more at an Open House: Saturday, October 20, 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. www.bel-montday.org

Fessenden School250 Waltham St., WestNewton, MA 02465617-630-2300Fessenden.org

You’ve imagined this world for your child. A nurturing community that instantly becomes a second home. A place where chil-dren are eager to unearth new passions and talents. A school that provides endless possibilities for growth and development—and where students actually have fun learning. The Fessenden School is more than an independent day and board-ing school for boys in Pre- K-Grade 9. It’s a journey. An educational playground. A family. Located just min-utes from downtown Boston, Fessenden provides an aca-demic experience that both supports and inspires boys to venture beyond their comfort zones. And, by demonstrat-ing kindness and respect, faculty and staff encourage students to strive, inter- act, and claim their identities with both confidence and humility.

You don’t have to imagine this world any longer. Join us this fall for a Fessenden Open House so you and your family can experience the transformative power of a Fessenden education first-hand. Visit fessenden.org/OH18 to learn more.

Kingsley Montessori School30 Fairfield Street,26 Exeter Street, Boston, MA 02116 617-226-4927kingsley.org

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INFO SESSIONSOctober 2, 9, 16, 30, 8:30–9:30 a.m.26 Exeter Street

ALL SCHOOL OPEN HOUSESOctober 25, 8:45–10:45 a.m. December 2, 1:00–3:30 p.m.January 24, 8:45–10:45 a.m.26 Exeter Street

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Contact Us Today to Schedule a Tour or an Intake Meeting!

Call (617) 241-8866 x. 1339 or email

enrollment@kennedycenter.org 

Monday - Friday until 6PM Serving Ages 15 Mo. - 7 Years Old (Toddler, Preschool, & After School) Full Days in the Summer and School Vacations Private Pay & Vouchers Accepted Financial Assistance is available to qualifying families

JOHN F . KENNEDY FAMILY SERV ICE CENTER

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VISIT AND TOUR OUR TWOOUTDOOR PLAY SPACES

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONSFOR CHILDREN AGES 15 MONTHS TO 5 YEARS

OPEN HOUSES

Celebrating over 50 years of wonder, exploration, and discovery

617.267.715966 MARLBOROUGH STREETBOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS

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Saturday, November 310:00 AM - 12:00 PM

John Winthrop School for Young Children

66 Marlborough Street

Boston MA 02116

617.267.7159

www.johnwinthropschool.org

A cornerstone of early childhood education in the Back Bay community for over 50

years, John Winthrop School for Young Children welcomes little learners ages 15

months to 5 years. Toddlers and preschool aged children thrive under the care of our

nurturing, tenured teachers; enjoy spontaneous play in our well-equipped classrooms;

and find new adventures in our beautiful outdoor playspaces. Visit us at a fall Open

House or meet current families at our renowned Street Fair on October 13!

Ages: 15 months-5 years

Hours: Morning Programs 8:15a.m. – 11:45a.m.

Extended Afternoon (3:00 p.m.) and Extended Day (5:30 p.m.)

Programs Available

Open Houses: Thursday, October 4, 5:30p.m.-7:00p.m.

Saturday, November 3, 10:00a.m.-12:00p.m.

Street Fair: Oct. 13, 10:30am-1:30pm

Next School Choices Night: Oct. 25 6:30pm-7:30pm

Street Fair: Oct. 13, 10:30am-1:30pmNext School Choices Night: Oct. 25 6:30pm-7:30pm

through 12 and guided by a unique blend of Montessori philosophy and innovative programming. Kingsley offers a Montessori education tai-lored to the talents, curiosi-ty, and growth of each stu-dent. Our progressive, inqui-ry-based programs cultivate students’ social and academic development and prepare them to advance successful-ly to top public and private middle schools. Kingsley strives to make the most of each student’s unique gifts and interests and to empower students to take ownership of their learning so that they may become happy, confi-dent, and successful learners for life. Our core values of knowing every child during their Foundational Decade of Learning and partnering with parents propel students to reach their potential.

Accreditations: American Montessori Society, Association of Independent Schools of New England, National Association for the Education of Young Children, National Association of Independent Schools, North American Montessori Teacher’s Association.

Grade: Toddler–6338 studentsEstablished in: 1991Student Teacher Ratio:

Toddler - 5:1; Preschool - 9:1; Lower Elementary - 8:1; Upper Elementary - 12:1

Average Class Size: 10 - 24, depending on grade. For more information, please email admissions@kingsley.org, call 617-226- 4927, or visit kingsley.org.

The Newman School247 Marlborough StreetBoston MA 02116617-267-4530newmanboston.org

Founded in 1945, The Newman School, an inde-pendent day school offering

the International Baccalaureate Diploma in Boston’s beautiful Back Bay neighborhood, pre-pares young women and men in grades 7 through 12 from Greater Boston and around the world for success in universi-ty studies, and in life. With a school culture that is unique-ly welcoming and supportive, Newman provides students from broadly diverse back-grounds an opportunity to pur-sue serious studies in the com-pany of like-minded peers and instructors. Studies are orga-nized around the principles of the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, and stu-dents have the option of pur-suing the entire IB Diploma or those portions of it that meet their needs and aspirations. Newman’s IB graduates have matriculated at such schools

as Columbia, Oberlin, the University of Virginia, Duke, and the University of Michigan. Guided by Cardinal Newman’s motto, Cor ad Cor loquitur—Heart speaks to Heart—the school believes that students are able to achieve their poten-tial when pursuing their studies in an environment of mutual respect, integrity, seriousness of purpose, and civic respon-sibility. A vibrant program of activities and sports provides students with opportunities for personal growth beyond the classroom.

The Park School171 Goddard Ave.Brookline, MA 02445617-277-2456parkschool.org

Park is a vibrant, connect-

ed, and diverse community of faculty and parents working together to support 550 stu-dents along their transforma-tive journey from age 4 to 14. Families come from more than 30 communities in the metro-politan area; one third come from Boston. The school is located on a 34-acre campus less than a mile from Jamaica Pond. Park offers generous financial aid, bus service to Beacon Hill, and free shuttles from nearby MBTA stations.

Tuition: $28,830 for Pre-Kindergarten – $43,600 for Grade 8

Application deadline: Jan. 11, 2019

Diversity: 36% students of

color Financial Aid: 23% students

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Park Street School - Elementary67 Brimmer StreetBoston, MA 02108617-523-7577parkstreetschool.org

Inspire. Discover. Become. It’s the experience for every child at Park Street School.

Consider the best education for children Toddler - Grade 6 in bright and sunny facilities in Beacon Hill! While our loca-tion is ideal, it’s our remark-

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A Christmas CarolSunday afternoon rehearsals start 9/23

To register, or for more information:nempacboston.org/classes/musictheatretroupe/

Performance dates December 1-9, 2018In partnership with NEMPAC

For more information, please contact Kristin at krisjohn32@gmail.com

with chess master Vadim Martirosov Friday afternoons beginning 9/28 -

Three 8 week sessions, $160 per session. In partnership with Charlestown Lacrosse & Learning Center. Space is limited - call today!

Holiday Performance

Instructional Chess Eight Whittier Place 617-367-6239

bostonchildrensschool.org

Ages 2.9 through 10 years old

The Boston Children’s School

Over 50 Years of Excellence

20 Winthrop StreetCharlestown, MA 02129

Wednesday, November 7 at 6:30 pm

Please join us for our

to start enrollment for the 2019-2020 school year

The Good Shepherd School is a catholic communitypreschool serving children aged 2 to 5 years old www.gsscharlestown.org

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able students, faculty and fam-ilies working together, forming close relationships that creates a vibrant community where children thrive.

Grounded in Core Knowledge philosophy, chil-dren build strong foundations of knowledge in the early years - an approach we believe is foundational to developing crit-ical thinking skills necessary for lifelong learning. Learning here is active! Whether it’s collecting field research in tidal pools, celebrating medieval festivals or bringing Shakespeare to life on stage, children are “out of the chair” – making connections in and out of the classroom and between subjects. The learning is real and tangible, and it sets us apart. As a Christian school, we’re committed to guiding students in the formation of character and an understand-ing of God’s love for them. Connecting the mind and the heart - classroom learning and character education - is what makes Park Street School spe-cial.

Grades: Kindergarten-Grade 6 Tuition: $26,500 - $28,500; $1,100 - $5,500 additional for afternoon programs. Financial Assistance: Available for Pre- Kindergarten through Grade 6, with limited availability for Preschool.

Hours: 8:00a.m.-3:15p.m.Grades 1-6; Kindergarten hours are M-TH

8:00p.m.-3:15p.m.; Fridays 8:00a.m.-noon with option-al Kindergarten Enrichment, noon-3:15 p.m. After school program, clubs and private music lessons available until 5:30p.m. Application deadline: Jan. 2 for priority for fall pro-grams

Shady Hill School178 Coolidge HillCambridge, MA 02138617-520-5200 shs.org

Shady Hill is a Pre-K through Grade 8 coed day school locat-ed on an 11-acre campus in Cambridge. Over 500 students come from 40 area commu-nities. Since 1915, the School has been committed to creating an environment where children are joyful, active learners who become confident and ethi-cal citizens. The School hon-ors the individual character of each child, encourages learn-ing through collaboration, and values intellectual discipline. Central Subject, a fundamen-tally different approach to teaching and learning, fosters integrated study and the devel-opment of critical and creative thinkers and problem solvers.

Hours: 8:10 A.M. – 3:15 P.M.; half-day program for Pre-K; after-school program until 6:00 P.M.

Tuition: Grades Pre-K – 8 in 2018–2019 range from

$27,170 to $39,440. 21% of families receive need-based financial aid grants totaling over $2.7 million.

Bus transportation is avail-able to a number of towns and areas of Boston.

Application deadlines: Dec. 15 for Pre-K and K; Jan. 4 for Grades 1 – 7.

Applications to all grades area accepted, with annual openings in Pre-K, Kindergarten, and Grades 3 and 6.

OPEN HOUSES: Lower School (Pre-K – Grade 4) – Sunday, October 21 from 2:00-4:00 P.M. Middle School (Grades 5 – 8) – Thursday, November 15, program starts at 7:00 P.M.

St. John School9 Moon StreetBoston, MA 02113617-227-3143sjsne.com

K3 -8th gradeNestled in the heart of

Boston’s North End, St. John School has prepared students for bright futures since 1895. We are a Catholic value-cen-tered learning environment focused on educating students in an atmosphere that fosters a spirit of cooperation, faith, and academic excellence.

Welcoming pre-kindergarten through 8th grade students, we utilize innovative programs and a standards-based curriculum

to educate the whole child. Our dedicated teachers and small class size ensure that each student’s unique progress is celebrated. Students enjoy a state-of-the-art computer lab, 1 to 1 iPad program, science lab, STEM programs, Italian language instruction, wood-working classes, our own hydroponic garden, and pro-fessional music classes. Our After School Program costs $300 per month and in ses-sion from 2:30 PM- 6:00 PM. Rolling admissions. Please join us for our Open House: 9:30 AM, Wednesday, November 7th.

Hours: Drop off starting at 7:30 AM, class time 7:55 AM – 2:40 PM.

Tuition: K3 Three day (full day): $8,450/Five day (full day) : $9,850

K4 (full day) $5,750, K5 (full day) $5,550, Grades 1-8 $5,350

School (Grades 5 – 8) – Tuesday, November 7, pro-gram starts at 7:00p.m.

Torit Montessori School45 Province Street (Infant, Toddler & Pre-K)300 Cambridge Street (Pre-K through Grade 6)Boston, MA 02114(617) 523-4000toritschool.org

Torit Montessori offers a unique education for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and elementary students through Grade 6 in our two down-town campuses. In keeping with Dr. Maria Montessori’s own sense of globalism and commitment to peace educa-tion, we teach all our stu-dents - our future world citi-zens - Arabic, Mandarin and Spanish, along with courtesy, grace, and a spirit of commu-nity. Torit’s exceptional ele-mentary curriculum is based on the Montessori Great

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Joyous early learning for children ages 2 to 5

Spruce Street Nursery School

5 Avery PlaceBoston, MA 02111

617-482-5252www.sprucestreet.org

Please join us for our

Open HouseSaturday, October 27th

9 a.m. to NoonParents and Children Welcome!

Meet teachers and tour the school!

The application deadline for the 2019-2020 school year is January 15, 2019

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Lessons, and is compliment-ed by athletics, art, music, language, and a robust after school enrichment program. With guidance from faculty, students in grades 1 through 6 gain self-confidence to find their place in the world as they build the skills every global citizen needs, ranging from social interconnected-ness to technological entre-preneurship. Torit’s goal is to support families in the chal-lenging and rewarding work of raising educated, respon-sible, ethical, and motivated people.

From the moment you’re greeted at the door until the moment you say “maʿ al-salamah” or perhaps “adios,” you will see and experience the Torit differ-ence. We invite you to expe-rience that difference at an Open House, and to inquire via email at office@torit-school.org.

Infant, Toddler, Preschool: 7:30am to 2:45pm: Extended Day Enhancements until 5:45pm.

Elementary: 8:00am - 3:00 pm; After School Enrichment 3:00-5:45pm, including Science, Arts, and Athletics

Open House Dates at 300 Cambridge Street: October 20, 10am -12pm, November 7, 9am -11am, and November 15, 4:00pm to 5:00pm.

After SchoolCharlestown Working Theater442 Bunker Hill StreetCharlestown, MA 02129617-242-3285www.charlestown-working-theater.org

The Charlestown Working Theater is an organization of people working to make the

theatrical experience an import-ant part of the cultural life of Charlestown and Greater Boston.

It is our belief that a quality of life and dialogue can be felt through the artistic process. We offer our participants and audi-ences new visions and under-standings of the world around us by combining professional artistry with community spir-it. The Charlestown Working Theater seeks to entertain,

inform, and inspire.

The CWT offers a wide selec-tion of artistic opportunities to the children of Charlestown and surrounding communities. Performances, music lessons, and chess are just some exam-ples of CWT’s educational pro-gramming.

Ages 6 - 18For our fall schedule visit

www.charlestownworkingthe-ater.org

TO ADVERTISE PLEASE CALL 781-485-0588

Fall Programs & EventsLearn more & register at

hillhouseboston.orgSoccer, Flag Football, Music, Art, Tumbling, Dance, Karate, Running, Cooking, STEM, and SO much more!

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EXCELLENCE WITH JOYPreK – Grade 8

Where Excellence is Joyful, andEvery Child is Challenged and Known

• “A is for Atrium” Aquarium (Tide Pools Alive)with New England AquariumFor young children and their parents or caregivers Thursday, Oct. 11, 9:30-11:00am

• “Atrium in Action” Drop-in Tours (PreK-Grade 8)Tuesday, Oct. 16, 9:00-10:30am

• Admissions Open House (PreK-Grade 8)Sunday, Oct. 28, 1-3pm

Full Day PreK for children who turn 4 years old by Sept. 15

Thanks to continuing support from Public Action for Arts and Education (P.A.A.E), and the Nazzaro Center in the North End of Boston has been able to sustain a thriving Arts program for the past eleven (11) years. Under the direction of Josephine Lepore, Arts Teacher, the center offers children instruc-tion in drawing (pencil, black and white, charcoal), and also oil painting. Approximately fifty (50) students participate in various Arts projects which start in September and end in May. The Artwork is judged by members of the PAAE Advisory Board. Prizes are awarded to all students after being select-ed. We would like to thank P.A.A.E. Board Members Julie Alagna, Derek Brandt, and Alan Rouleau who served as Judges at this year’s Nazzaro Center Children’s Arts event. (Boston Youth, Children, and Families).

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After nine weeks of memoriz-ing more than 20 lines each over three acts, designing their own costumes, and building a colorful and intriguing set, elementary age campers welcomed parents and siblings to their summer play, “The Secret Garden.”

“In addition to learning coding and robotics this summer,” Head of School and Founder Kristen Mansharamani said, “camp-ers spent several weeks making stained “glass” windows, vines,

flowers and garden walls for the play at our Cambridge Street site, and worked on costumes, set design and memorizing lines. They worked hard this summer to pull it all together and they learned a lot and had fun in the process. We’re very proud of their hard work and are already thinking about next summer.”

This fall, Torit Montessori cele-brates 10 years of providing excep-tional Montessori education from Infancy through Grade 6. In addi-

tion to sports, arts,academics and after school programming, Torit teaches all ages Mandarin, Arabic, and Spanish. Committed to entre-preneurship, independence, and the ethos of a global community, Torit is first come, first enrolled and welcomes inquiries.

For more information about Torit’s “Classical Education for the Future” at our Province Street and Cambridge Street sites, visit www.toritschool.org or contact office@toritschool.org.

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There is a Way to a Better YouAnd it Begins with God

Receive the marvelous gift of the Holy Spirit with Confirmation Classes at St. Mary’s - St Catherine of Siena Parish.

Confirmation completes the grace of Baptism bya special outpouring of the gifts of the Holy Spirit, including: Wisdom, Understanding, Counsel, Fortitude, Knowledge, Piety, and Holy Wonder, equippingyoung adults for the complexities of life.

If your teenager has yet to be confirmed, come join us for an information session for parents and children.

Monday October 1, 20186:30 P.M.

Parish Center46 Winthrop StreetCharlestown MA 02129617-242-4664www.stmarystcatherine.org

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You tip generously, and we match your tip. We will have jars sitting out and will match tips dollar for dollar. If it’s

a particular server receiving tips, we will make arrangements with managers to ensure the server

receives her or his matched tips. Come out Sunday, and let’s be generous together!

For a list of participating coffee shops and restaurants as well as the times we will be matching tips, see the list on

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hand to show their support for the program, which is ultimately overseen by the state’s Gaming Commission (MGC).

Cambridge College President Jackson said the Dealer School was a great addition to their cur-riculum and fell in line with the mission of helping adults find training for good-paying careers. Cambridge College recently moved its entire school into the Hood Park office complex, and was in a great place to be able to expand and utilize space for the Dealer School.

She said they had 1,900 appli-cations for the school initially.

“This has been a long time in the making,” she said. “We have been working on it for about a year. As is the case with all good outcomes, it is the building of great relationships that gets you there.”

She also credited Cambridge College personnel Phil Page and Mark Rotondo with getting the school off the ground successfully.

Encore President Bob DeSalvio said it was the realization of a commitment to the people of Massachusetts – particularly those around the casino – to train and employ them in good-paying jobs.

“This is a big step towards our commitment to train those in the community to work at Encore Boston Harbor,” he said.

The Greater Boston Gaming Career Institute, as the Dealer School is officially known, wel-comed more than 165 local stu-dents to its Bet On U program,

which was created by Cambridge College in collaboration with Encore Boston Harbor. The insti-tute was formed under the leader-ship of the Massachusetts Gaming Commission.

The Bet On U program is designed to train qualified, employment-ready gaming pro-fessionals who are interested in starting exciting new careers as one of the more than 1,100 full- and part-time dealers at Encore Boston Harbor when the resort opens in June of 2019.

“The dealers who will be working at Encore Boston Harbor when we open our doors will have more than just jobs, they will have well-paying careers,” said Maddox. “Many of the top executives in our company start-ed as dealers; we hope students from this course will progress the very same way. It’s always been our belief that true success comes from investing in your employees, and the communities where we live and work in.”

‘Mastering Blackjack’ and ‘Perfecting Poker’ are the first two games being taught at the institute. Students can prepare for a career as a blackjack dealer in nine weeks or a poker dealer in 14 weeks, with classes available at various times on weekdays and all day on weekends. Each class is taught by professional casino dealers using the latest tables and gaming equipment.

The cost for each game is $700 with 50 fully-funded scholarships from Encore Boston Harbor avail-able for eligible local residents

who require financial assistance. Half of the scholarships will be awarded to women. Students must be 18 years or older to apply to the Institute and work as a dealer in Massachusetts.

The second semester of the Greater Boston Gaming Career Institute will start in January of 2019, with applications being accepted now. The institute is located at 510 Rutherford Avenue in Charlestown at the Hood Executive Park, less than two miles from the Encore Boston Harbor Resort and easily accessi-ble via the MBTA’s Orange Line.

Encore President Bob DeSalvio and Cambridge College President Deborah Jackson cut the ceremonial ribbon. Also pictured are Charlestown State Rep. Dan Ryan, State Sen. Sal DiDomenico, Mark Rotondo, Jackson, Wynn CEO Matt Maddox, Bob DeSalvio, and Phil Page.

Dealer School (from pg. 1)

Wynn Resorts CEO Matt Maddox said investing in the community and people around the casino is part of their measure of success. He also committed $100,000 and 25 Dealer School Scholarships to the fund for the gas explosions in the Greater Lawrence area.

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N e i g h b o r h o o d r o u N d u pFALL FLEA MARKET AT THE TRAINING FIELD

Friends of the Training Field invite all to the Fall Flea Market on September 29, from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Bring your table- space is $25. To reserve your space contact Janet Sullivan 617-413-5209.

USS CONSTITUTION CLOSING EARLY DUE TO PRIVATE EVENT

USS Constitution will close early at 5 pm on Thursday, Sept. 27, due to a private event. All Constitution visitors are encour-aged to view artifacts from ‘Old Ironsides’ and experience numer-ous interactive galleries at the USS Constitution Museum, located across from ‘Old Ironsides’ in the Charlestown Navy Yard.

Constitution will resume its normal hours on Friday, Sept. 28, 10 a.m. through 6 p.m.

Constitution, America's Ship of State, actively defended sea lanes against global threats from 1797-1855. The World's Oldest Commissioned Warship Afloat, Constitution embodies 220 years of maritime heritage and unwavering service to her coun-try. Constitution is berthed at Pier One in Charlestown Navy Yard. For more information, visit www.history.navy.mil/ussconstitution or www.facebook.com/ussconstitu-tionofficial.

CONFIRMATION I AND CONFIRMATION II PROGRAMS

St. Mary-St. Catherine of Siena Parish looks forward to welcom-ing high school students to our Confirmation I and Confirmation II Programs. Orientation for parents and students is on Monday, October 1, at 6:30 p.m. at the Parish Center on 46 Winthrop Street.

MATCHING TIPS EVENT WITH CHRIST CHURCH CHARLESTOWN

On Sunday, September 23, Christ Church Charlestown will

be working with local coffee shops and restaurants to match tips received by servers and baris-tas. For a list of participating cof-fee shops and restaurants as well as the times we will be matching tips, visit our social media pages (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) or please email: info@christchurch-charlestown.com or call: 617-580-2912. We look forward to seeing you out on Sunday morning!

CHARLESTOWN RESIDENT MAKES DEAN’S LIST AT LESLEY UNIVERSITY

Shannon Rose of Charlestown achieves Dean’s List in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Lesley University for the Spring 2018 semester. To qualify for the Dean’s List students must have a grade point average of 3.77. Lesley University is a private, coeduca-tional university in Cambridge, Massachusetts. It offers education, expressive therapies, creative writ-ing, counseling, and fine arts pro-grams.

HARVEST ON VINE FOOD PANTRY

The Harvest on Vine Food Pantry this week is requesting boxes of cereal and mac and cheese, two items that empty the shelves fast. Any donation on non-perish-able foods that you could make would also be greatly appreciated.Donations can be dropped off at the Food Pantry at 49 Vine St. (Hayes Square), The Cooperative Bank at 201 Main St. and at the Parish Center on 46 Winthrop St. (across from the Training Field). Financial donations can be sent to: Harvest on Vine, Parish Center, 46 Winthrop St., Charlestown, MA 02129. For more information, call Tom MacDonald, director, at 617-990-7314.

FALL REGISTRATION - CHARLESTOWN WORKING THEATER YOUTH PROGRAMs

The Charlestown Working Theater is ready for the fall!

Join this year’s Holiday produc-tion of "A Christmas Carol," which will be presented in a spe-cial collaboration with NEMPAC (North End Music and Performing Arts Center). Sunday afternoon rehearsals begin Sept. 23. Online registration at nempacboston.org/classes/musictheatretroupe/ . The performances dates will be Dec. 1-9. Chess is back! Instructional chess with Chess Master Vadim Martirosov begins on Friday Sept. 28. There are two levels and there will be three eight week sessions meeting on Fridays through the school year. Spaces are limited. Chess program is in partnership with Charlestown Lacrosse and Learning Center. For more infor-mation or to register for programs contact Kristin Johnson: kris-john32@gmail.com.

'CHARLESTOWN & BEYOND' TV SHOW

No show this week but mark your calendar for the next show on Thursday, Sept. 20 with guest Mayor Marty Walsh when we will be talking about the reconstruc-tion of the Charlestown Bridge (North Washington Street Bridge) and the ramifications of this work will have on the Charlestown neighborhood.

You can catch all previous shows on Facebook at "Charlestown & Beyond" or Youtube at Charlestown and Beyond. The program appears on the Boston Neighborhood Network, BNN-TV Comcast channel 9, RCN channel 15 and Verizon channel 1961 every other Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Reruns can be seen on the same TV stations on Thursday at 11:30 p.m., Saturday at 9 a.m. and Sunday at 5 p.m.

To contact host Kathy “Cookie” Giordano go to kathy.gio46@gmail.com or call her at 617-447-1406.

FAMILY SUPPORT MEETINGS

New family support group for people suffering from alco-hol or other addictions. Meeting Mondays at 7 p.m. at the First

Church in Charlestown. For more information call Shawn 781-733-1327.

POP-UP BOOK SALE AT THE CHARLESTOWN BRANCH OF THE BOSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY

Pop-Up Book Sale; organized by the Friends of the Charlestown Branch Library. Thurs. Sept 20 (5-8 pm), Fri. Sept. 21 (10 am-5 pm), Sat. Sept. 22 (10 am-2 pm). Wheelchair acces-sible; conveniently located to

the Orange Line and bus con-nections. Charlestown Branch Library, 179 Main Street, Charlestown. For more informa-tion: www.friendsofcharlestown-lib.org, friendsofcharlestown-lib@gmail.com, 617-242-1248. The Friends of the Charlestown Branch of the Boston Public Library invite the public to stop by the Library and stock up for your winter reading pleasure.Hundreds of newly-added titles for adults, young adults, and children. Very low prices, while also providing support for the programs that the Friends orga-nize for the Library. All Library programs are free and open to all.

NOTICENotice is hereby given to the Partners of the First Charlestown

Development Associates, under a Partnership Agreement dated November 1, 1998, by its managing Partner, Richard J.

McCarthy,that a partial distribution of its assets is intended to take place in the fall of 2018. Any interested party should contact:

John L. Tobin, Esquire, One Thompson Square, Ste. 105Charlestown, MA 02129 or via email johnltobin@gmail.com

no later than October 25, 2018 for more information

By Seth Daniel

The City’s Transportation Department is preparing to roll out four new Blue Bike bicycle rental stations in Charlestown this week.

Commissioner Gina Fiandaca told the Patriot-Bridge that they have identified four locations in Charlestown – with the help of a robust community process – to place the new bike stations. They will join several existing stations already in place such as on Main Street.

“Basically what we are in the process of doing is adding 50 stations to the Blue Bike network citywide,” she said. “It start-ed earlier in the summer with rollouts in southern Dorchester, Mattapan and Roslindale. The idea is to hit places not served by the network. What we’re doing right now is adding anoth-er 30 stations to the network. That includes four stations in Charlestown to create more opportunities to use Blue Bikes.”

Fiandaca said the locations include:

•Medford Street at the Community Center.

•Main Street at Thompson Square.

•Charlestown Navy Yard on Baxter Street.

•Main Street and Baldwin.The location, she said, on

Baldwin is a temporary loca-tion until a location at the Sullivan Square MBTA station is approved.

None of the expansion to the

Blue Bike network is accom-plished with taxpayer dollars. Instead, the payment for the stations and bikes – which are all brand new – comes from a sponsorship with Blue Cross/Blue Shield.

“We have a sponsorship agreement with Blue Cross/Blue Shield,” she said. “Earlier this summer we saw the bikes go from green to blue and they became Blue Bikes, which is part of the Blue Cross/Blue Shield sponsorship. It also became part of a regional network that includes Cambridge, Somerville and Brookline.”

Fiandaca said the expansion of the bike rental system came due to customer demand. She said more people are becoming inter-ested in alternative and active transportation options like bicy-cling, and a major way to break into that is with the Blue Bike network.

“We see there is there is a growing number of people who want to use the opportunity to get around Boston by cycling and these bikes are a great way to expand that opportunity.”

The Blue Bikes have also been a great way to close the gap on the last quarter-mile or half-mile in public transit. Many people have adopted the idea of taking the T to Sullivan Square and then Blue Biking the last stretch to a dock near their home.

“These bikes have become a viable means of transportation around Boston and not just a recreational activity for people,” she said.

City to roll out expanded Blue Bike stations this week in Charlestown

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Save the Date Friday, September 28, 2018

MGH Charlestown HealthCare Center 50th Anniversary Celebration

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Join us to celebrate the history of MGH Charlestown Light refreshments & Swag Bag

Attention all families!!!

Don’t miss the chance to meet Doc McStuffins

By Seth Daniel

One of the most controversial issues this fall – amidst a lot of controversial issues – has been the announced closing of the Post Office location in the Bunker Hill Mall.

This week, the US Postal Service announced that they will have a public meeting on Monday, Sept. 24, at 6 p.m. in

the Knights of Columbus Father Mahoney Hall to discuss relo-cating the post office to anoth-er location in the Charlestown (02129) zip code.

Several representatives from the Post Office will be on hand to hear from the public about the move, and where people would like to see a new location – as well as the limitations on the Postal Service for where they can locate.

Postal Service to hold meeting on Sept. 24 regarding relocation from MallUSPS Real Estate Specialist

Michael K. Bullard will be on hand to explain the technicalities and options.

The Postal Service learned from the landlord of the Bunker Hill Mall recently that they will not enter into a new long-term lease. As a result, the Postal Service will be relocating the retail services provided at the Charlestown Post Office located in the Mall.

“Our goal is for Postal retail ser-vices to remain in the community at a different physical location within the same geographical area,” read a release from the Postal Service. “There will be no changes to mail delivery, customers’ addresses or Post Office Boxes as a result of this relocation.”

The Bunker Hill Mall decided not to renew the lease so that the neighboring CVS Pharmacy can

expand into that space to make a larger store.

Written comments on the pro-posal will be accepted until October 24, and may be submitted to: Michael K. Bullard, Real Estate Specialist; United States Postal Service; Facilities Service Office; PO Box 27497; Greensboro, NC 27498-1103. They can also be sub-mitted by e-mail to: michael.k.bull-ard@usps.gov.

the generosity of the people who support us. We’re very proud of the work we’ve done in the past. Our goal is to continue to work hard and support the neighbor-hood. That’s the mission of the Associates really.”

Mahoney said they’ve given around $420,000 in grants over the 33 years that the Associates have been organized.

Taglilatella said they would also be offering, also on Sept. 24, the ability to apply for mini-grants of $2,000 or less. The was no cap to the number of those grants that will be dispersed.

Organizations seeking the $2,000 grants will also have to be present on Sept. 24 and also have to give a short presentation.

“These are for organizations that don’t need $4,000, but we want to fund their smaller pro-gram,” he said. “This was the wishes of the membership and so we added that to it.”

These grants will be need-based, and an example is a pro-gram funded in previous years at the Charlestown Library.

The second part of the pro-cess will be the returning of grant applications to the Grant Committee on Oct. 22, at 6 p.m., in the Knights Hall. At that meet-

ing, the groups will be asked to turn in their applications, which they would have received on Sept. 24, and also to make a 10-min-ute presentation addressing the program need and service to the youth of Charlestown.

The Grant Committee will take all of the applications under con-sideration that night after being signed off, and decisions will be make at the end of October.

Mahoney said the old process worked with a member sponsor-ing a grant application, and then there were so many applicants that the pool of money shrank. With the new process, they will be able to impact local programs in a more meaningful way.

“It’s going to be more of an impact on a smaller group of non-profits,” she said. “We also will continue to fund many of the non-profits we’ve funded through the years in addition to this grant process. We want to help the community, and ‘no’ isn’t in our vocabulary very often. We always try to make things work.”

The main fundraising activities for the Associates are the Bunker Hill Breakfast, Bunker Hill Family Feud, the $10,000 drawing, the Bunker Hill Ad Book and the Trivia Night.

CHARLESTOWN GYM HOCKEY

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Players of the Week for 9/15/18A-1/Zume’s - Cameron Perkoski, Chase PerkoskiBryan’s Pals - Logan Hennessy, Sam Rasmussen

Duce 2 - Desmond Fabiano, Stephen Herrick MPTA - Owen Donohue, Keegan Marshall

Games scheduled for Saturday 9/22/18 have been canceled. We’ll see you on 9/29/18

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Aiding children to navigate through their age appropriate developmental tasks of establish-ing their own identity separate from that of their parents; iden-tifying meaningful moral stan-dards, values, and belief systems; learning to set priorities, param-eters, and boundaries; helping them to grow and understand consequences for their actions; guiding them in their ability to develop internal and external resources to make good choices and so much more are wor-risome responsibilities of every parent, and anxiety provoking undertakings for their adolescent children. As if the tasks at hand were not already daunting, the culture, loud and at times toxic,

makes the teen years even more challenging.

Adolescence, while exciting and beautiful in so many ways, at times can also be excruciat-ingly difficult. Every child yearns to belong, to be accepted and loved, especially in the rapid growth and development years when self-knowledge is limit-ed, and feelings of awkward-ness and uncertainty are nor-mative. There is one enduring element of a teen’s development that can not only add stability but also nourish self-esteem, give a much-needed moral compass and aid immeasurably in a child’s development – faith.

Developing/deepening an age-appropriate relationship with God - a God who loves them unconditionally; endows them with dignity; calls them to live a purpose-filled life; assists them in their ability to chart their course in life, and anchors them in bedrock values provides needed support not only to the teen and to the entire family. Life may still be rocky at times, but we’re never alone, and we can

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2018 FALL COLLEGE SPORTS

•TOWNIESUMASS (4-2-2) junior midfield-

er Christian Labeck posted 13 quality minutes in a Minutemen 2-0 triumph over Hartford. Christian also blasted a shot on goal in 18 minutes of play during a 5-2 win over Central Connecticut State …Franklin Pierce freshman linebacker Jonte Joseph notched a solo tackle and an assist but the Ravens fell to Navy by a score of 45-7 in Sprint Football action.

Last week, UMASS (2-2-2) junior midfielder Christian Labeck contributed 18 quality minutes in a Minutemen 0-0 deadlock with Clemson...St. Joseph ME soph-omore right-fielder Patrick Kelly added a diving catch to go along with 2 hits, 2 walks, a stolen base and a run in a Monks Fall League 4-1 triumph.

•TOWNIE ROOTS Worcester St. senior setter

Allie Nolan tallied 25 assists in a 3-0 victory over Lasell, a mind-boggling 41 assists during a 3-1 win against Western New England and 29 assists in a 3-0 blanking of Colby-Sawyer…Assumption junior receiver Justin Assad notched a solo tackle in the Greyhounds 66-3 walloping of St. Anselm.

Wowie Zowie! Worcester St. (3-5) senior setter Allie Nolan notched career assist 2,000 in a 3-0 Lancer sweep of Westfield State. For the season, Allie has tallied an incredible 87-percent of her squad’s assist total (232 out of 267)…Assumption (1-1)

junior receiver Justin Assad hauled in 2 catches for 15 yards in the Greyhounds 49-19 thumping of Merrimack.

2018 FALL HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS

•TOWNIESCharlestown running back

Jahwon Ryan ran for a pair of scores (75 yards and 10 yards) in a 12-0 blanking of West Roxbury as the Townies (1-0) and Coach Dave Cahill continue to trend upward in the Boston City League. Senior Steven Williams was also outstanding as a three-way threat (linebacker, punter and quarterback). Williams is a life-long Charlestown resident who came up through the youth foot-ball ranks.

Pope John XXIII senior cap-tain midfielder Conor Kelly scored a goal and added 2 assists in the Tigers 10-0 pummeling of Cathedral.

•TOWNIE ROOTSNortheast (1-1) senior fullback

Sean O’Brien ran for a touchdown and added a two-point conver-sion in the Knights 26-18 victory over Saugus. Junior QB Owen Halley completed two nifty passes to keep Northeast scoring drives alive.

You just can’t make this stuff up. In his varsity debut, Billerica junior quarterback Nolan Houlihan completed 25 of 30 passes, threw for 6 TDs and tal-lied 320 yards passing to lead the Indians to an incredible 54-49 stunner over Lowell. The upset win helped Billerica snag a #4 ranking in Division 3 North.By Seth Daniel

The Charlestown Preservation Society (CPS) will premiere anoth-er fantastic version of its Historic Home Tour next Saturday, Sept. 22.

CPS President Ellen Kitzis said they have seven buildings on the tour within walking distance of one another – each with a very unique perspective on the tradi-tional home. Not to mention the fact that all six have extraordinary roof decks that share amazing views.

“It’s going to be sensational this year,” she said. “I don’t know how we manage to get amazing homes each year, but we do. Some twenty years ago, many were looking for houses with interiors that were historic and true to the nature. Now, so many people do updates and now you are seeing a real balance between the historic nature and new interior materials. Interior renovations have always been done since these homes were built.”

She said they have homes on

Pleasant, Cordis, Warren, Main, Wallace Court and Monument Avenue. This year, instead of being so spread out, the homes are all in the historic district and the tour is very walkable, though a bus shut-tle will be provided.

Another home on Pleasant Street has been fully gutted, she said, and was actually listed in 2014 as a “buyer beware” prop-erty.

“It had been left in horrible disrepair,” she said. “The owner has gone in and used many metals and plastics and materials. The house maintains an open airy feel it probably never had. The stair-case is something you would see in a boatyard as opposed to a home. It’s magnificent.”

The House Tour will take place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sept. 22.

There will be a lemonade cock-tail reception afterward at the Memorial Hall on Green Street – an historic property that has undergone tremendous restoration in the last few years in a part-nership between the Abraham Lincoln Post and the CPS.

CPS Historic House Tour to kick off on Saturday, Sept. 22

receive what we need to regain level ground.

Many Catholic teens received the sacraments of Baptism, Reconciliation, and Eucharist in their childhood years as parents sought to give them a foundation in their faith. The Sacrament of Confirmation takes place in adolescence. When adolescents enter the 9th grade, they are eli-gible to choose to begin the two year program (one year if the teen is enrolled in a Catholic High School) in preparation for the Sacrament of Confirmation.

At St. Mary-St. Catherine of Siena Parish, Confirmation classes begin with an informa-tion session for parents and stu-dents on Monday, October 1st, at 6:30pm at the Parish Center on 46 Winthrop Street. We invite and look forward to welcoming all high school students and their parents.

These are not easy days to be a teen in our city; while the opportunities are numerous, the challenges are as well. Preparing for and receiving Confirmation is one sure path that can strengthen a teenager’s awareness of God’s unconditional love, to develop the capacity to make good choices, belong more completely to a com-munity, and add much needed purpose to daily life.

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