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Boston's Childrens Festival, Aug. 17

Children of all ages will enjoy a fun-filled day of arts activities including arts and crafts workshops. Bring a snack or lunch and enjoy an artistic afternoon in Franklin Park. Hosted by ReadBoston, Franklin Park Coalition, First Night, Art Street (Sidewalk Sam) and in-kind sponsors HP Hood LLC, Cabot Creamery, Nantucket Nectars and more. For more info, call 617-635-4505.

10am- 2pm
Franklin Park, 1 Franklin Park Rd, Dorchester MA, 02121

WILD Night at Franklin Park, Aug. 17

Wild Night in Franklin Park! Tuesday, August 17th FREE Zoo Admission from 5- 8:30pm Then head out to the park for Movie Night - with Michael Jackson's "This Is It" spectacular showcase of M.J.'s music and dance (starts at about 7:30pm - bring a blanket or your lawn chairs). Use the Giraffe Entrance to the Zoo (rear) and look for signs directing you to the Playhouse site and Movie Night! A partnership between Franklin Park Zoo, Franklin Park Coalition, and City of Boston ParkARTS. Thanks to "My Summer in the City" and The Boston Foundation that made a Wild Night possible. For more information and to RSVP for all events, please email rsvp@franklinparkcoalition.org or call 617-442-4141.

1 Franklin Park Rd, Dorchester MA, 02121

Film Your Favorite Book, Aug. 12

Young patrons will be asked to act out, sing, or otherwise perform their favorite book. 3- 6pm. Lower Mills Branch of the Boston Public Library. 27 Richmond Street, Dorchester, MA 02124.

Rainforest Ecology with Meg Balconis, Aug. 13

Science educator, Meg Balconis, will present an interactive program celebrating the Go Green theme at the Field's Corner Branch of the Boston Public Library. 10:30- 11:30 am. 1520 Dorchester Ave., Dorchester, MA 02122.

Launch of the Fruit and Veggie Prescription Program, Aug. 12

Mayor Menino celebrates the partnership among three non profit organizations, announcing the launch of the "Fruit and Veggie Perscription Program" and the opening of the new community pharmacy located at the Codman Square Health Center. 1:00 pm.

Read more: http://www.dehc.org/2010/08/11/cshc-fruit-veggie-prescription-program-kickoff-tomorrow/

Family Fun Day Summer Cookout, Aug. 19

8th annual cookout brought to you by Dorchester Patch Team. BBQ food, family activities, face painting, balloon making, music, raffle prizes, buttons, good times for all! Rain date Aug. 20

1- 4 pm
200 Bowdoin Street, Dorchester MA, 02122

2nd Annual Summer Steppin and Beyond, Aug. 14

Come out men and women and learn about the social dance known as "Steppin". The adult dance enjoyed by couples and singles grooving to smooth tunes of Jazz, R/B , old school classics and occasional top 40 hits. The demographics across the US is 40 plus but open to all adults looking for an alternative dance style. RSVP for classes at http://steppin.myevent.com. Registration and payment info available online or at the registration desk. However, please RSVP so they may account for space needed for the number of students. Dress comfortably in active-wear gear and wear non-rubber sole shoes. Contact MsSonia for more information or questions via mssoniaevents@aolcom or 781- 325-2460.
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One Night Only: live at Strand Theater, Aug. 13

The showcase event of the summer! Featuring... London Bridgez, International Show, Ganella Flores, Wallace Coar, Pan United, Afro DZ AK Allstars, E.O.T., Huellas, Friends of Gertrude, Articulation and MORE! with house band The Handy Experience. Visit Articulationworld.com for more information.

Strand Theatre, 543 Columbia Road, Dorchester, 02125

6-8 pm

Blood Pressure Clinic, Aug. 11

There will be a blood pressure clinic on Wednesday, August 11th from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm on the ground level of the Codman Square Health Center. The clinic will be held outside the new pharmacy at Codman Square. Please stop by meet the staff of the pharmacy, as well as get your blood pressure checked. This clinic is open to all, as is the new pharmacy. You can also drop off new and existing prescriptions.

Guided Walk of the Dorchester/Milton Path on Neponset Greenway, Aug. 11

On this easy walk, learn the story behind the beautiful murals and amazing transformation of this parkland from a railway corridor, landfill, drive-in theater and more. Registration required. This event is part of the Neponset Greenway Festival. All Programs are FREE of charge. For more information or to register for a program contact: Boston Natural Areas Network at 617-542-7696 or info@bostonnatural.org. For more events visit bostonnatural.org. Co-sponsored by MA Department of Conservation and Recreation.

5:30- 7:30 pm

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