Representative Marty Walsh, Representative Nick Collins, a Partnership for a Drug free America and UMass Boston are cosponsoring "A Time to Act," a community forum addressing the rampant opiate drug use in the Dorchester area. This forum is aimed at "Educating the Educator." The Partnership has found that Dorchester and South Boston have been hardest hit with drug addiction of opiate drugs. Most parents don’t recognize the signs or think their child is old enough to experiment. "A Time to Act" seeks to teach parents, family members, mentors, and educators to recognize some common signs to look for and to know how to respond. It also will offer resources for people who are already dealing with drug problems.
This free event takes place in the Ryan Lounge at UMass Boston, on Wednesday, June 22nd from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Parking will be validated (free) and there is also shuttle service from UMass/JFK Station to the campus for convenience. With questions, please contact Pamela Carver, Office of Rep. Walsh, at (617)722.2020, or Ellen McDonough, Office of Rep. Collins, at (617)722.2080. RSVP's encouraged.
On Wednesday, August 10, 2011, from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., The Boston, Massachusetts Chapter of the National Black MBA Association’s Leaders of Tomorrow® (LOT), will host its first annual “Building Bridges to Business” reception at the UMass Club (225 Franklin Street, Floor 33) in Boston. Consider supporting this annual fundraising event by becoming a sponsor or attending.
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Celebrate National Night Out 2011 on Tuesday, August 2! From 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., enjoy kids' activites, food and entertainment at UMass Boston during a fun event presented by Mayor Menino, Commissioner Edward Davis, and the BPD Neighborhood watch unit. Shuttles are available from JFK/UMass on the red line as well as from all BPD district stations. National Night Out for Boston is a citywide celebration that cultivates and strengthens partnerships between the community, youth, police, city agencies and community-based organizations. The event also acknowledges the contributions that Neighborhood Watch groups make to Boston's safety and the eve fosters community participation. 
A few miles south of Boston, along the Neponset River, the small town of Dorchester grew from an industrial center into a thriving and inclusive neighborhood... Learn about the history of Dorchester and its growth and change as a community! A lecture and book signing for the new book by Anthony M. Sammarco, Dorchester: A Compendium, will be held on Thursday, May 19th at 5:30 p.m. at the Healey Library, University of Massachusetts, 100 Morrissey Boulevard, Dorchester, MA. For more information call (617) 287-5944.
Children’s Services of Roxbury will host its 2nd Annual Fundraiser, Strengthening Families Awards Dinner, on June 22 at UMass Boston, 5:30 p.m. The dinner will feature keynote speaker Divisional Vice President and Chief Diversity Officer at Walgreens, Steve Pemberton, one of the nation’s leaders on issues of diversity and inclusion, and will honor outstanding individuals in recognition of their accomplishments and contributions to strengthening family ties. Location: UMass Boston, Campus Center Ballroom 3rd Floor 100 Morrissey Blvd, Boston
Join the MA Smart Growth Alliance for the "Placemaking in Action - Great Neighborhoods Summit," a gathering of leaders who are building vibrant, welcoming, healthy, and affordable neighborhoods. 
Join your neighbors, community groups and local health care researchers to talk about how new medications and treatments are developed. Learn how to be informed about your options in medical treatment and ways to advocate for your health care needs. Information tables will provide additional resources on cancer, HIV, diabetes, and HPV. Free giveaways! Free breakfast and lunch provided! Please RSVP to 
