Dear Members and Friends:
Lots of outdoor activities this week. Moving Day approaches! Most leases turnover on 9/1, so be prepared for the dreaded moving days! Or, maybe you love ‘Allston Christmas’. Early votingis now; primary is Sept. 1; and if you haven’t yet registered, you can do so until Oct 24th for Nov 3rd election. Make a plan!
THE WEEK AHEAD
Saturday, August 22, 12 pm – 6 pm, Junkyard Plaza at New Edgerly Plaza 17 Westland Ave. Music, Vendors, Artwork! Check out the art and clothing for sale. Listen to some tunes and hang with your friends. Get moving with some line dancing starting at 5pm. A grand giveaway of a gigantic cowboy hat!
Sunday, Aug 23, 11 am–2 pm, Open House at Symphony Road Garden. 56-72 Symphony Rd.. Stroll through 40-plus plots as the gardeners open their gates. Meet gardeners, learn about urban growing, and enjoy! FREE
Tuesday, August 25, 6:30–8 pm, Rain Date: Aug 26, Jazz at Ramler Park: Kenji and Friends, 130 Peterborough Street. Free, open to all. Bring a friend, a picnic, a blanket and enjoy live music in the twilight of a summer’s eve. Thanks to support from Mission Hill Fenway Neighborhood Trust and hosted by Friends of Ramler Park.
Thursday, August 27, 10am, Free Chair Yoga with Michelle, Symphony Park, 39 Edgerly Rd. (Last class) Part of the Boston Parks Summer Fitness Series
ELECTIONS – MAKE A PLAN TO VOTE!!
Primary Elections on September 1st
For full info on MA State Elections: Upcoming Elections
Voter Registration Deadline*: Saturday August 22 for Sept. 1 Primary
Vote by Mail Application Deadline: 5 pm, August 25
Early Voting Period: August 22-28
Sept. 1 Primary Election Day Polling Hours: 7am – 8 pm
*Voter Registration Deadline for November 3rd Elections is October 24
UPCOMING
Thursday, September 10, 4:30-7:30 pm, Fenway Block Party at Symphony Park. Mark your calendars, check the website for more info! We’ve got more fun in the sun. This summer’s been great for getting out and meeting neighbors. We’re excited to host a late summer block party.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED for Fenway Block Party to hand out refreshments, help with the compost kit giveaways, and set-up and take-down of the event. Please email us at fenwaycivic@aol.com if you can volunteer, and supply your name, contact info and we’ll contact you. Thanks! We appreciate the help!
Wednesday, September 16th, 5pm – 7pm, Fenway Forward is hosting a fundraiser “The Taste of the Fenway” on Van Ness Street! Enjoy all-you-can-eat food and drinks from renowned Fenway restaurants, to showcase the Fenway community! To purchase tickets click here.“
MBTA & TRANSPORTATION
Alerts | MBTA Orange Line disruptions – check the site for details.
Symphony Station is closed until summer 2029.
Commuter Rail Summer Promotions | Fares Overview | MBTA (new fare options!)
Bowker Overpass – lane closure in effect.
Roadwork at Mass Ave near Symphony Station through November
Peterborough Street Street – Ongoing excavation for sewer, water main and utility line replacement causes daytime road closures.
HEALTH & SAFETY
FENWAY CARES Every other Wednesday, 3:30 pm ‘til done – Next date Aug 26
Upcoming Food Distribution Dates (3:30 pm, while supplies last)
WEST FENWAY: 8/26 & EAST FENWAY: 8/26*
* Presence of Mass General Brigham Community Care Van 1-5pm
See you around!
Promoting a vital and sustainable neighborhood
Fenway Civic Association 