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Monday, June 17th 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.: Kenmore Hotel public meeting

June 16, 2019 by fenwaycivic

Location: Kenmore Classroom Building, Room 101, 565 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA 02215
The Proponent proposes to construct a new, 27-story, approximately 389-room hotel surrounded by a new, approximately half-acre public plaza. The Project also includes the demolition of the existing building at 560-574 Commonwealth Avenue, and shifting the building site east, amid the new public plaza. 
To learn more or to submit your comments, visit: http://www.bostonplans.org/projects/development-projects/kenmore-hotel

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Fenway Porchfest!

June 13, 2019 by fenwaycivic

Date: June 15th, 12:00 – 4:30 p.m.
Details: The Fenway Porchfest lineup is live at www.fenwayporchfest.org. View a list of talented performers headed your way! Fenway Porchfest is a collaboration of Fenway Civic Association, Fenway CDC, and The Fenway Alliance. Thanks to our sponsors, The Hamilton Company Charitable Foundation, and The Mission Hill Fenway Neighborhood Trust, and to our site hosts and talented musicians for making this event possible.

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Rose Garden Picnic, June 11th – Save the Date!

June 7, 2019 by fenwaycivic

This free annual picnic will be held outside the Kelleher Rose Garden on June 11th from 6-8 p.m (rain date June 12th). Join your friends and neighbors for a stroll in the garden, musical entertainment, and a light supper. Bring a picnic dinner and chairs or a blanket – more details to follow!
Rose Garden Picnic Save the Date 2019

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Summer Fitness Series at Symphony Park

June 5, 2019 by fenwaycivic

Free, age-strong fitness classes start next week at Symphony Park, located at 39 Edgerly Road in the Fenway.
Join your neighbors for these classes, sponsored by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department, Boston Public Health Commission, Blue Cross & Blue Shield, with support from the Mission Hill Fenway Neighborhood Trust. All classes take place in the park at 10:00 a.m.; in event of rain, classes will be held at 100 Norway Street:
Chair Yoga: Tuesdays, June 4 – September 24
Tai Chi: Thursdays, June 6 – July 25th
Symphony Park Flyer

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Red Sox Neighborhood Meeting, Tuesday, June 4th

June 4, 2019 by fenwaycivic

Dear Members:

Apologies for this late notice. Please see the following announcement from the Boston Red Sox regarding their community meeting on Tuesday, June 4th:
Red Sox Neighborhood Meeting – Tuesday, June 4
We would like to invite you to a Neighborhood Meeting at Fenway Park on Tuesday, June 4 at the Champions Club.  Please enter the Champions Club via the door located on Ipswich Street near Gate B. We will have security located outside checking in attendees.

As with our previous meetings over the years, we will provide updates on our events and operations, and offer you the chance to ask questions and provide any feedback and suggestions that you have. Doors will open at 6:00 p.m, with the meeting running from 6:30 p.m – 7:30 p.m.

The meeting is open to all, and food and beverages will be served.  If you plan to attend, please RSVP to Claire at cdurant@redsox.com.

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DCR Roadwork – Fenway, Boylston Street and Park Drive

June 1, 2019 by fenwaycivic

DCR Traffic Advisory: Fenway, Boylston Street, and Park Drive
WHAT:          Starting Saturday, June 1, 2019, and continuing through Thursday, June 20, 2019, the Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) will close Fenway from Boylston Street to Forsyth Way and from Brookline Avenue to Louis Prang Street, Park Drive from Brookline Avenue to Kilmarnock Street, and Boylston Street from Ipswich Street West to Ipswich Street East in the City of Boston from 7:00PM to 5:00AM to accommodate milling, paving, roadway improvement work, and the placement of temporary lane markings. On street parking will be prohibited during work hours. Traffic patterns will be clearly marked, and a police detail will be on site.
                       Additionally, in July 2019, the agency will conduct permanent lane marking work, which will include new crosswalks and bicycle lanes along Fenway from Brookline Avenue to Louis Prang Street and Park Drive from Brookline Avenue to Kilmarnock Street.
WHERE:       Fenway from Boylston Street to Forsythe Way and from Brookline Avenue to Louis Prang Street, Park Drive from Brookline Avenue to Kilmarnock Street, and Boylston Street from Ipswich Street West to Ipswich Street East in the City of Boston
WHEN:          Saturday, June 1, 2019 – Thursday, June 20, 2019
                        7:00PM to 5:00AM

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Fenway Neighborhood Night tickets, Flower Share, and more!

May 18, 2019 by fenwaycivic

Dear Members and Friends:
1. FCA/Northeastern Annual Flower Share, Saturday, May 18th, 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m., St. Ann’s Church 
Since 1975, Northeastern University has partnered with Fenway Civic to provide free plants and flowers to members each spring.
Saturday’s flower share will be held at the St. Ann’s Church/Fenway Center parking lot located at 77 St. Stephen Street (corner of Gainsborough Street). We look forward to seeing you there!
 
2. Neighborhood Improvement Committee Meeting, Monday, May 20th, 6:00 p.m., 100 Norway Street
The Neighborhood Improvement Committee (NIC) is facilitated by Berklee College of Music and Fenway residents, and works to improve the neighborhood, focused on areas of shared concern including safety and the public realm. Please join the NIC for this public meeting and bring your ideas!
 
3. District 8 Community Conversation, Tuesday, May 21st, 6:00 p.m., 160 Massachusetts Avenue
A moderated forum with candidates for District 8 City Council will take place May 21st, moderated by Margaret McKenna, President Emerita, Lesley University. Come hear from candidates and bring your questions.
All are invited to this free event, and registration at:
4. Fenway Porchfest Musician and Volunteer sign-up: Ongoing
With over 80 acts and counting, Fenway Porchfest is still accepting applications from musicians through May 27th.
Local musicians are prioritized, so apply today at www.fenwayporchfest.org !
Not a musician, but want to get involved? Write to info@fenwayporchfest.org for more details.

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District 8 City Council Candidate Forum, Tuesday, May 21st

May 18, 2019 by fenwaycivic

Dear Members:
We invite you to attend next Tuesday’s Community Conversation with Boston District 8 City Council candidates, moderated by Margaret McKenna.
Date and Time: Tuesday, May 21st, 6:00 p.m.
Location: Berklee College of Music, 160 Massachusetts Avenue, 3rd Floor
Attendance is free but requires registration.
Register below and bring your questions!

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Art in Real Life – Saturday in the Fenway

May 1, 2019 by fenwaycivic

Dear FCA Members and Friends:
“MilesofMurals” in the Fenway shows how art in public school can reach far beyond the classroom.  Come support the work of ARCK and enjoy what students have created for all of us — Saturday, May 4th, 2:00 – 5:30 –  Free.
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Upcoming Events

May 1, 2019 by fenwaycivic

Dear Members and Friends:
Please mark the following events on your calendar – Make sure to read down to see about the Mayor’s Coffee Hour and our Annual Flower Share!
1. Dispensary meeting, April 29, 6:30 p.m., Boston Public Library
Cypress Tree proposes a cannabis dispensary for the Fenway, to be located at 1114 Boylston Street.
Come and bring your comments and questions.
2. Commonwealth Seminar 15th Anniversary Celebration, May 2, 5:30-7:30 p.m ., Suffolk University, 120 Tremont Street
Ever wonder how government really works? Want to know how bills get made? Visit behind the scenes of our State House? The Commonwealth Seminar is a program that firmly believes government should be open to all, hosting trainings multiple times per year on everything you need to know to get your issues heard. Join local politicians, citizens and friends on May 2nd to learn more about the Commonwealth Seminar’s work, hear from the founders, and celebrate its anniversary! Tickets can be purchased and more details available here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/in-the-room-at-the-table-the-commonwealth-seminars-15th-anniversary-tickets-59524905595
 
3. Fenway Civic Association Annual Bird Walk, May 4th, 7:30 a.m. (meet by the Peace Bell near the footbridge by Kelleher Rose Garden)
Join us for our annual excursion through the Back Bay Fens to witness the spring migration! Naturalist Stephen Baird will host this walk, open to all levels. We will bring checklists – bring binoculars and a friend!
 
4. Kaji Aso Studio Calligraphy Demonstration and Haiku Poetry Contest results, May 5, 3:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m., 40 St. Stephen Street
Free and Open to the Public- Donations Gratefully Accepted
PROGRAM:
3:00- 3:30 Exhibit of calligraphy works by Kaji Aso Studio faculty and students
3:30- 4:00 Japanese Calligraphy Demonstration by Michiko Imai
4:00- 4:40 Kaji Aso Studio International Haiku Contest Award Announcements: John Ziemba
Supported in part by the Consulate General of Japan in Boston.
This program is supported in part by a grant from the Boston Cultural Council and administered by the Mayor’s Office of Arts and Culture.
Exhibition continues through June 2019- Gallery Hours by appointment: 617-247-1719 / administrator@kajiasostudio.com
For more details, see attached flyer
5. Mayor’s Coffee Hour, May 14, 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. Symphony Park, 39 Edgerly Road
Join neighbors and friends to meet Mayor Walsh and City of Boston staff – Mayor Walsh looks forward to hearing how the City of Boston can improve upon local parks, public areas, and City services. There will be a suggestion box set up at each site. Free coffee and breakfast treats will be provided by Dunkin’, as well as fresh fruit from Star Market. Each family will receive a flowering plant grown in the City’s greenhouses as a gift from Mayor Walsh. Also, there will be a raffle with prizes from Dunkin’. There will be information on City programs from the Boston Public Library, Boston Public Schools, the Boston Police Department, and Boston Centers for Youth & Families.  For more information and updates on possible weather cancellations, please contact Parks and Recreation at 617-635-4505, or check us out on Facebook or Twitter.
6. FCA/Northeastern University Annual Flower Share, May 18, 9:30-10:30 a.m.,St. Ann’s Church/Fenway Center parking lot, 77 St. Stephen Street
Please make sure to return your flower forms by May 3rd to participate in our annual Flower Share with Northeastern University. We look forward to seeing you there! If you have not yet received a form, please email us at fenwaycivic@aol.com.

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