Category: Programs

Basketball Clinic: DotWell Teen Center is offering a Basketball Clinic for teens interested in improving their skills on the court. Learn the fundamentals of basketball: shooting, passing, dribbling and defense.
Tuesdays, 1:00 – 2:00 pm

Contact: Jason Owens or call 617-740-2297.
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Contact: Jason Owens or call 617-740-2297.
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Contact: Cheryl Brickey or call 617-740-2231.
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The Neponset Health Center in Dorchester will be starting their pre-natal classes for expecting mothers and are looking for attendees. If you are interested in this service please contact Patrick Michaud at the Neponset Health Center.
pmichaud@hhsi.us

There is LOTS to do in Boston this summer!  And for FREE! Open the attached calendar to see all the great things happening in your community this summer. 

Dear Current and Future Greater Boston Residents,

We all have diverse skill sets that we share with the people in our lives. Perhaps you give great massages, bake a mean vegan cake, or love to walk dogs? Are you that kindly plumber (electrician, repairman, jack of all trades) whose neighbors know they can always call on him in the middle of the night? Do you have any rare talents that others would benefit from learning? Share your skills and benefit from the skills of others by joining the Boston Time Trade Circle.

With 662 members in the greater Boston area, the Boston Time Trade Circle is currently the largest not-for-profit time bank in the country. Recently featured in the Boston Globe, the TTC is a way to give and receive services in and around Boston without having to exchange money. It is community cohesion at its best and you can be a part of it.

What kind of services are traded via the Boston Time Trade Circle? Anything you can imagine. Here is just a sampling, taken from the web site:

To become a member simply create an online profile via the internal time bank network and then attend one of the weekly TTC orientation sessions. You will be sharing your skills in no time!

Please visit our web site, or feel free to email me with any questions.

MISSION: "The Time Trade Circle works towards a world in which neighbors help neighbors and every individual can contribute so that our communities are safe and vibrant."

Happy trading,

Laura L. Plummer
Boston Time Trade Circle
Jamaica Plain Regional Representative

From ONEin3's blog (opinions are not ours, but we do think this is a great opportunity):

The Mayor's Advisory Council was created to find out about, research and recommend solutions to the problems facing Boston's ONEin3 population. Through the Advisory Council, ONEin3 and Mayor Menino work to improve quality-of-life for 20-34 year olds living in the City of Boston.

The Council works with senior members of Mayor Menino's administration to identify and create policy and programming that will improve life in Boston for all of us.

Of course, I'm a biased source, but I think the Council is a one of a kind opportunity to shape our city and I’ll tell you why:

    * You get to work with the Mayor and his staff, which means your impact is direct.
    * You and your fellow Councilors decide what to work on because you know the City and your experience best.
    * The Council is an opportunity to be a leader and a spokesperson for the 200,000 20-34 year-olds in Boston.
    * We NEED YOU!!!

Most important?

The other people on the Council are simply amazing and you get to work with them.

So, if you'd like to improve Jobs and Careers, Civic Engagement, Social and Cultural Life, Housing, and Young Families (and anything else you can think of) for your fellow young people, APPLY HERE.

TechBoston & Geek Squad Summer Academy work to “demystify” technology through interactive classes and activities. Summer Academy helps you navigate our increasingly techie world and opens up exciting possibilities in the technology field - oh and did we mention you get Rock Band and Wii Sports breaks?

*Take apart a computer from the inside out...

*Record and mix digital music...

*Capture and edit video and much more!

July 7th - 9th
Lilla Frederick Middle School
270 Columbia Road, Grove Hall
Dorchester, MA 02121

Grades 6 – 12 only!

Summer Academy is $20 per student.
Email Eric at eesteves@techboston.org if you have questions.

Register Now on www.gssummeracademy.com

The Teen Photo Workshops were created by Globe photographer Mark Ostow eight years ago with the goal of sharing his unique energy and vision. Many of the original workshoppers are now studying photography in college!

How do you look at the world as a photographer? What are the differences between different photo specialities? What's the value of photography in society? How do you talk to someone on the street who you'd like to capture on film? Is film really better than digital? Where do you get the best Tibetan buffet in Cambridge? Why do we eat matzoh during passover? What makes a good photograph? Is it really in the eye of the beholder?

If you're signing up be prepared for an intense week. We don't stop. Past sessions have included:

* Shooting at least two rolls of black and white film every day
* Reviewing and editing the previous days shooting
* Guest lectures by established photographers and other artists
* Photo sessions with amateur or professional models
* Trips to museums (MFA/Griffin Museum of Photography
* Critiquing each others work
* Shooting portraits on the street with a backdrop
* A special late movie night where we watched a photo-related film and eat pizza
* A full day trip to Provincetown by fast ferry (this was an extra cost)
* A photoshoot with the Mayor of Cambridge
* A guest lecture by the Art Director of The Atlantic Monthly
* A full day of working in a darkroom printing your own images
* Wandering around Cambridge looking at interesting situations to photograph
* Serving lunch to homeless veterans
* Special photo assignments to do during the day or at home
* In studio lectures and slide shows focusing on renown photographers and artists
* Lots of group discussions

Contact

*www.teenphotoworkshops.com
*www.ostow.com
*Email monica@ostow.com
*Call 617.576.1908

When

* Session 1: June 21st - June 25th 2010
* Session 2: July 12th - July 16th 2010

Led by Mark Ostow with two teaching assistants and two interns. Total staff of five.
Class size: Max of twelve students. You're welcome to sign up for more than one session.
Sessions meet Monday through Friday from 9am-3pm

Where

Mark's studio 686 Massachusetts Avenue Cambridge 02139 In Central Square above AuBonPain.

What to Bring

* 35mm film camera if possible. Please check to make sure it's a working camera.
* lunch or lunch money to grab a lunch wherever we may be shooting
* T Fare
* Water
* A bathing suit
* Positive spirit
* Openess to be friends with people who were not previously your friends
* Some photo knowledge helpful, but that depends on what week you'll sign up for

Cost

$450/week plus $150 lab fee. Lab fee includes film, film processing & printing supplies.

Shout! Mentoring Program with Teen Voices: SHOUT! Stands for Sisters Helping Other Unheard Teens. Teen Voices supports and educates teen girls to amplify their voices and create social change through media. You will learn about writing and editing, job readiness, interviewing and more. You need to be referred by your school support coordinator, guidance counselor or teacher or someone from another program you’ve been in. For Boston Public School girls, ages 14-18. Runs from Jul 6-Aug 14, 10am-5pm. Teens get paid if registered with the Hopeline, ABCD or PIC. Apply by Jun 23. Saun Green, 617-426-5505 x18

DecisionArts: DecisionArts is a 14 week violence prevention and peer leadership program for adolescent girls which uses the creative arts to promote healthy choices. For girls ages 11-16. Runs from Jul 5-Aug 13, Tues & Thurs, 10am-3pm. Free. Apply by Jul 4. 617-989-3137, www.wshc.org

Spring Girls in Action with Bikes Not Bombs: Girls ages 12-18 have the opportunity to engage in an interactive bicycle mechanics, bicycle riding safety, and gender equity social justice curriculum. Program graduates ride away on their very own refurbished bicycle! May 10-Jun 18, Mon-Thurs, 3:30-6:30pm. Program cost is $25-$50 sliding scale for the whole session (scholarships available). Check out the flyer at http://bikesnotbombs.org/node/472. Elijah, 617-522-0222, elijah@bikesnotbombs.org

Teen Voices is Hiring: Work with other teenage girls and a young adult mentor to create original features for their international print and online magazine. Now hiring girls from the Boston Public Schools to fill editing positions. Apply today! Saun Green, 617-426-5505 x18, Saun@TeenVoices.com, http://surveys.teenvoices.com/phpsrv/index.php?sid=1

Center for Young Women’s Health: Come visit the Children’s Hospital League’s Resource Center. The Center has information on tons of health topics and was created for teen girls who want to learn more about safety, eating disorders, nutrition and much more. 617-355-2994, www.youngwomenhealth.org

Girls’ LEAP: A safety and self-defense skills program which combines both physical self-defense and reflective skills, is hiring Teen Mentors to work at their summer program. $8/hour, for 18-20 hours per week. Positions combine teaching, meetings, and workshops. Ages of 14–17. Kristen, 617-787-2112

Fashion Design: Girls will learn to design, construct, sew, market, and sell fashionable fashions. Girls will also take business development classes 4 days a week. Must be between the ages of 13-14. Jul 6-Aug 20, 9am-5pm at the Bird Street Community Center. Diana, 617-282-6110 x24

Girls Dance: Girls ages 13-14 with previous dance experience should apply for an intense study of ballet, Afro-Jazz, Hip Hop, Modern and African form as well as choreography. Program runs July 6-Aug 20 at Bird Street Community Center, 8:45am-5pm. Joyce, 617-282-6110 x13

YOUTH MEDIA COUNCIL JOB DESCRIPTION: Due May 21

Boston Public Health Commission is forming a Youth Media Council.
Members will work to design and execute a large-scale media campaign with the goal of reducing the consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages. The campaign seeks to feature the positive voice, ideas, and leadership of youth in Boston and provide opportunities for engagement.

Teens between the ages of 15 and 19 are encouraged to apply. The Youth Media Council position requires meeting every week May – August for about 3 – 8 hours/week; in the Fall for 1-2 times per month; potential opportunity for hours in the Spring of 2011. Pay is $8.00 per hour.
Please see attached job description and application for more details.
Applications due May 21.

Contact: Naida Faria nfaria@bphc.org call (617) 534-2454