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Columbia-Savin Hill Civic Association

Location

275 East Cottage Street

Dorchester, MA

United States

42° 19' 6.51" N, 71° 3' 24.4656" W

See map: Google Maps

Website:

http://www.columbiasavinhillcivic.org/

Hours of operation (or meeting times & dates):

Meets the first Monday of each month at 7pm

Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR)

Location

Malibu Beach

Boston, MA, 02125

United States

42° 18' 24.336" N, 71° 2' 49.8372" W

See map: Google Maps

Phone:

617-727-5290

Email:

mass.parks@state.ma.us

Website:

http://www.mass.gov/dcr/parks/metroboston/dorc_sh.htm

Mission:

The Department of Conservation and Recreation is steward of one of the largest state parks systems in the country. Its 450,000 acres is made up of forests, parks, greenways, historic sites and landscapes, seashores, lakes, ponds, reservoirs and watersheds.

Boys and Girls Clubs of Dorchester: Paul R. McLaughlin Youth Center

Location

1135 Dorchester Avenue

Dorchester, MA, 02125

United States

42° 18' 43.1208" N, 71° 3' 26.8236" W

See map: Google Maps

Phone:

617.288.7120

Email:

mjoyce@bgcdorchester.org

Website:

www.bgcdorchester.org

Hours of operation (or meeting times & dates):

September 8 - July 1
Bantams – Programmed activities only; Monday – Friday 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Cadets - Monday – Friday 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM Saturday 9:00 AM – 4:45 PM
Juniors/Intermediates/Seniors – Monday - Friday 3:00 PM – 8:45 PM; Saturday 9:00 AM – 4:45 PM

July 7 - August 15
Cadets & Juniors
Session 1– July 7– July 25; 9:00 AM – 4:15 PM
Session 2 – July 28 – August 15 ; 9:00 AM – 4:15 PM

Bantams
Session 1 Morning – July 7 – July 25; 9:00 AM – 12:15 PM
Session 1 Afternoon – July 7 – July 25; 1:00 PM – 4:15 PM
Session 2 Morning – July 28 – August 15; 9:00 AM – 12:15 PM
Session 2 Afternoon – July 28 – August 15; 1:00 PM – 4:15 PM

Intermediates/Seniors
Monday - Friday 11:00 AM – 10:45 PM; Saturday 5:00 PM – 10:45 PM

Mission:

To inspire and enable all young people, from diverse circumstances, to realize their full potential by providing opportunities for personal growth to become contributing, caring and responsible members of the community.

Our Boys & Girls Clubs Provide
A safe place to learn and grow.
Ongoing relationships with caring, adult professionals.
Life-enhancing programs and character development experiences.
Hope and opportunity.

Executive Director/CEO/President/Coordinator/Other:

Bob Scannell- President & CEO; Katherine Parker- Director of Resource Development

How to get involved/application guidelines and procedures:

Membership in the Boys & Girls Clubs of Dorchester is open to all children between the ages of 6 and 17. Our Club has an "open door" policy. Members are well supervised while in the program areas, but may come and go as they please. The membership fee for all ages is just $5.00 per year, or $10.00 per year for immediate family members registering at the same time. All members must furnish proof of age when signing up.

Bantams: ages 6 - 7 (limited membership; no drop-in, programmed activities only.)
Cadets: ages 8 - 9
Juniors: ages 10 - 12
Intermediates: ages 13 - 15
Seniors: ages 16 – 17
Orientation
After registering, members must attend a member's orientation. Parents are encouraged to attend as well. The orientations are held according to the following schedule:

Fall 2008 – Spring 2009 (September 8 – July 1)
For the Marr & McLaughlin Buildings (Deer Street & Dorchester Ave.)
(Held in the Marr building lobby)
4:00 – Monday - Friday

Summer 2008 (July 5 – September 8)
For the Marr & McLaughlin Buildings (Deer Street & Dorchester Ave.)
(Held in the Marr building lobby)
9:15 – Friday
9:30 - Monday & Wednesday
4:00 – Monday - Friday

Charge for services:

Key Programs Offered:

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Dorchester offer club members the chance to participate in programs that foster the intellectual, artistic and athletic interests of its members. Each program is age appropriate, supervised, structured and most importantly - designed to accommodate the wide variety of learning styles, social skills and intellectual abilities that our children bring to the Club each and every day. Members are grouped according to age and interests with activities falling into the following categories:

Triple Play – A comprehensive wellness program that weaves physical fitness, nutrition, stress reduction, healthy lifestyle choices together by drawing upon the 200+ programs that take place at the Club

The Arts – Painting & drawing, sculpture, photography and digital design

Music - Comprehensive music program including instruments, voice, and dance lessons. Partnership with Berklee College of Music

Education - Daily homework help, one-on-one tutoring, reading & writing enrichment, MCAS & SAT preparation

Life Skills - Leadership groups for 13-17 year olds (Keystone Club) and 10-13 year olds (Torch Club) teach civic responsibility and pride

Technology - Three computer learning centers, each with 10 computers, are available to members for educational and research purposes

Athletics - Basketball, hockey, soccer, baseball, track, volleyball, gymnastics, Judo and more

Aquatics - Organized swim teams, swimming lessons and drop-in swimming for all ages and levels

Social Recreation - Chess and other strategic board games, puzzles, pool, foosball, and movies

Career Service – Career preparation, placement and guidance for teens seeking employment support

Child Care - Licensed care for infants, toddlers and pre-schoolers; after-school care for children ages 6-12

Scholarships available:

Yes

Vouchers accepted:

Yes

Transportation provided:

Number of people served each year:

501-1000

Community Meeting Space Available:

Yes

Type of facility in which this program/organization located:

Private Building

Last Updated:

10/23/2009

Project D.E.E.P

Location

1 Worrell Street

Dorchester, MA, 02122

United States

42° 17' 35.8404" N, 71° 2' 56.3964" W

See map: Google Maps

Phone:

(617) 635-5027

Email:

projectdeep@aol.com

Website:

http://www.projectdeep.org/

Hours of operation (or meeting times & dates):

N/A

Mission:

First, Project D.E.E.P. has been very lucky to receive the support of its community. From the area's elected officials to the local parents who wait in line for hours to sign up their children, it seems that all of Dorchester has supported the organization since day one. Second, the staff has worked hard to develop a large and strong volunteer network, one that grows each year and makes programs like the tutorial component possible. (It's worth noting, too, that many former D.E.E.P. students have now risen to become D.E.E.P. volunteers.) Third, and most important, the people at Project D.E.E.P. truly care about the children. The organization's assets do not involve the awards it has received, but the dreams it watches over. Children everywhere have dreams, and Project D.E.E.P.'s main concern is that those dreams do not go to waste. That is why every child who takes part in Dorchester's ground-breaking educational outlet is treated as the most important person involved in the program.

Executive Director/CEO/President/Coordinator/Other:

Patty Hudson

Charge for services:

N/A

Key Programs Offered:

One-on-One Tutoriing, Summer Camp, Community Service Program, Exam School Prep, Private School Placement

Number of people served each year:

N/A

Type of facility in which this program/organization located:

community center/school

Last Updated:

11/04/2009

As part of the program, Project D.E.E.P. students are required to volunteer time helping community members.

Healthworks Foundation Fitness Center at St. Mary's

Location

90 Cushing Avenue

Dorchester, MA, 02125

United States

42° 18' 48.906" N, 71° 3' 46.6272" W

See map: Google Maps

Phone:

(617) 825-1600

Website:

http://healthworksfoundation.org

Hours of operation (or meeting times & dates):

Monday & Wednesday 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM; Tuesday & Thursday 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM; Friday 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM; Not open on the weekend

Mission:

The Healthworks Foundation provides a fun, safe, and supportive environment in which women can become empowered to take control of their physical and emotional wellbeing. The member/scholarship program gives women free access to the environment needed to develop the whole woman- mind, body, and spirit. Healthworks Foundation understands that gaining access to fitness is the first step for many women towards empowerment. Since this is often a difficult step, it is crucial for women to obtain support.

Executive Director/CEO/President/Coordinator/Other:

Club Coordinator: Keyona Chalwell

How to get involved/application guidelines and procedures:

Please call for more information!

Charge for services:

Yes

Scholarships available:

Vouchers accepted:

Transportation provided:

Number of people served each year:

over 1000

Community Meeting Space Available:

Type of facility in which this program/organization located:

Other

Boston Harbor Association - The Harbor Walk

Mailing Address (if different than physical location):

The Boston Harbor Association
374 Congress Street, Suite 307
Boston, MA 02210

Phone:

(617) 482-1722

Email:

mail@tbha.org

Website:

http://www.bostonharborwalk.com

Mission:

The Boston Harbor Association (TBHA) is the leading harbor advocacy group working to promote a clean, alive, and accessible Boston Harbor. Founded in 1973 by the League of Women Voters and the Boston Shipping Association, TBHA prides itself in its creative and innovative programs to help educate the public and build a consensus for a clean and alive Harbor. The Boston Harbor Association is making a difference today and for future generations with solutions and programs that promote maritime industrial activities, environmental protection, and public access around Boston Harbor.

Charge for services:

Scholarships available:

Vouchers accepted:

Transportation provided:

Number of people served each year:

over 1000

Community Meeting Space Available:

Savin Hill Yoga

Location

11 Pearl Street

Dorchester, MA

United States

42° 18' 54" N, 71° 3' 26.64" W

See map: Google Maps

Phone:

(617) 429-9597

Email:

larry@savinhillyoga.com

Website:

savinhillyoga.com

Hours of operation (or meeting times & dates):

For a complete listing of class times visit our website

Mission:

Savin Hill Yoga is dedicated to providing a well rounded yoga experience to the residents of the Savin Hill Neighborhood and Dorchester generally. We offer classes to people of all ages regardless of disability. Our main mission is to provide a stronger body and a calmer mind for any one who enters our beautiful new studio. We provide classes in Relaxation, Meditation, and Yoga exercises from an ancient tradition.
Yoga has been scientifically shown to be effective in treating a wide range of health conditions including asthma, fibromyalgia, arthritis, chronic lower back pain, migraines and many others. We offer care that compliments standard medical care.

Executive Director/CEO/President/Coordinator/Other:

Larry Pryor Manager/Teacher

Charge for services:

Yes

Scholarships available:

Vouchers accepted:

Transportation provided:

Number of people served each year:

251-500

Community Meeting Space Available:

Yes

Type of facility in which this program/organization located:

Private Building

Boys and Girls Clubs of Dorchester: Colonel Daniel Marr Youth Center

Location

35 Deer Street

Dorchester, MA, 02125

United States

42° 18' 41.4" N, 71° 3' 30.96" W

See map: Google Maps

Phone:

617-288-7120

Email:

kparker@bgcdorchester.org

Website:

www.bgcdorchester.org

Hours of operation (or meeting times & dates):

July 7 - August 15
Cadets & Juniors
Session 1– July 7– July 25; 9:00 AM – 4:15 PM
Session 2 – July 28 – August 15 ; 9:00 AM – 4:15 PM

Intermediates/Seniors
Monday - Friday 11:00 AM – 10:45 PM; Saturday 5:00 PM – 10:45 PM

Mission:

Executive Director/CEO/President/Coordinator/Other:

Bob Scannell- President & CEO; Katherine Parker- Director of Resource Development

How to get involved/application guidelines and procedures:

Fall 2008 – Spring 2009 (September 8 – July 1)
For the Marr & McLaughlin Buildings (Deer Street & Dorchester Ave.)
(Held in the Marr building lobby)
4:00 – Monday - Friday

Charge for services:

$5.00