How Section 203 Will Close Asian American Voting Gap
With an Asian population reaching 24 percent of the total population of Quincy in the 2010 census, Section 203 implementation will dramatically alter voting dynamics in the jurisdiction. Due to the rapid growth of the Chinese population in Quincy, Section 203 of the Voting Rights Act (1975) requires that voting material, most notably ballots, must be offered in Chinese. In addition, oral assistance should be provided at polling sites.
Boston’s Own Project Runway
On Saturday, My 12, 2012 students at The School of Fashion Design will present the culmination of a year’s work in “Collection 2012″. The annual show will take place at The Boston Park Plaza Hotel, located at 50 Park Plaza at Arlington Street. Doors open at 2:00 pm for a reception & cash bar. The show is expected to kickoff at 3:30 pm with student work ranging from bathing suits to ball gowns. Tickets to the luncheon and fashion show are $50.
Stuart Street Closed this Weekend
The Boston Transportation Department is advising drivers and pedestrians alike thatStuart Street, between Berkeley and Arlington Streets, will be closed to both vehicular and pedestrian traffic this weekend for the purpose of erecting a pedestrian bridge at the Liberty Mutual construction site. The street will be closed beginning on Friday, May 4, 2012 at 8 PM and will not reopen until Sunday, May, 6, 2012 at 3 PM.
Spring Cleaning by Chinatown Main Street
Please join Chinatown Main Street in a Spring Cleaning Day come out and lend a hand to make Chinatown shine!
Greater Boston Citizenship Initiative April Clinic
Saturday, April 21, the Fish Family Foundation and the MIRA Coalition are sponsoring a free clinic for permanent residents who want help with their citizenship applications. If you think you are eligible for citizenship, please call 617-657-3239. For more information regarding the hour, location and what you need to bring to the clinic call 617-657-3239 now and become a US Citizen!
CCBA Votes to Renew Lease with Supermarket at 50 Herald Street
The Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association of New England voted at the organization’s most recent Board meeting to approve a new 10-year lease with C-Mart Supermarket at 50 Herald Street.
Officials from Joplin, Missouri hospital to speak about recovery from 2011 tornado
A leadership team from Mercy Hospital in Joplin, Mo., is coming to Tufts Medical Center to speak about Emergency Management — response, recovery, and rebuilding — and share their powerful story of how, in May of 2011, their hospital was completely destroyed by one of the deadliest tornadoes in United States history. The tornado resulted in over 160 fatalities, injured hundreds more, and left nearly a third of the city of Joplin in ruins. This will be the Joplin leadership group’s only New England speaking appearance. The session will be open to the media, in addition to other hospitals throughout New England, Boston first responder agencies, and state-wide Emergency Management, EMS, Fire, and Law Enforcement personnel.
MassHousing Closes $6.1 Million Loan to Preserve Affordable Housing in Boston
MassHousing announced today that it has closed a $6.1 million loan for the acquisition, preservation and renovation of the 45-unit Lucerne Gardens in Dorchester.
Are You Eligible for the Earned Income Tax Credit?
There is still time to file your taxes! This year Massachusetts leaders and activists want to make sure all eligible persons apply for EITC when they file their 2011 tax returns. In the 2010 tax year, Action for Boston Community Development (ABCD) prepared almost 4,000 tax returns, returning more than $6.4 million to Boston’s low-income working families and individuals.
Volunteers Needed to Plant Community Trees in Boston
Boston Natural Areas Network and the Boston Urban Forest Council will be busy this April planting trees throughout Boston. We need your help and here are four great opportunities to help expandBoston’s urban forest.
Fire Hydrant Water Flushing Program
The Malden Water Department will be implementing a fire hydrant flushing program on selected hydrants throughout the City to gather information on water pressure in order to improve Malden’s water system.
Tufts Medical Center and Floating Hospital for Children Go Tobacco-Free
Smoking and all other forms of tobacco use are now prohibited inside and within 25 feet of all Tufts Medical Center buildings
Free Oral, Head, Neck Cancer Screening at Tufts Medical Center
Free Oral, Head, Neck Cancer Screening at Tufts Medical Center
Tax Information & the Compliance Research Examination
With the deadline to file your income tax fast approaching (the deadline is April 17, in case you forgot), it is important to keep the Internal Revenue Service’s random compliance research examination on your radar in case your income tax return is chosen and you have to meet with the IRS to substantiate your federal income tax return.
Chew Lun Association Spring Banquet Invitation
Chew Lun Association of N.E.’s Spring Banquet is schedule at China Pearl, Sunday, 02/05/2011. Please come and bring your stomach!
Tax Seminar to be Held on January 28
The Taiwan Chamber of Commerce of New England (TCCNE) the Greater Boston Alumni Association of National Taiwan University (GBAANTU) and the Chinese Economic Development Council (CEDC) will hold a tax planning seminar at the Cultural Center of TECO located in Newton Highland on January 28, 2012 from 1:30 to 4 pm. Mr. Peter Lu (呂旭明), founder and principle of KEDP (安致勤資會計師事務所), and Mr. Paul Tierney, Esq. from Connolly & Tierney LLP, will discuss tax planning strategies and asset planning & protection.
Fireworks on New Year’s Eve
Ever since coming to the United States, I have watched several fireworks shows. One was on the bank of the Charles River, I was sitting with friends on the grass and watched the July 4th Firework celebration. One was at Boston Harbor; the fireworks show for New Year’s Eve. The other was at Disneyland in Log Angeles, a dream-like fireworks show around the castle. Each time I watch at fireworks, my heart feels touched. I feel peaceful and hopeful; because of the fireworks, the world looks so beautiful and promising. Each firework display brings us hope.
Book Review: Dumpling Days by Grace Lin
Pacy is back! In this follow up to her award-winning novels The Year of the Dog and The Year of the Rat, Dumpling Days, a new novel by Grace Lin out on January 10th, features the same beloved characters and whimsical artwork that her fans adore. Based on the author’s own childhood, this heartwarming story brings the sights, sounds, and tastes ofTaiwan to life.
St. Mark Community Education Program Citizenship Class Spring 2012
St. Mark Community Education Program 20 Roseland St. Dorchester, MA 02124 617 288-8515 <mailto:stmarksesol@yahoo.com> stmarksesol@yahoo.com Citizenship Class Spring 2012 Saturdays, 9:30am to 11:30am Spring class: Saturday, January 7, 2012 to Saturday, May 5, 2012 Fee: $40 for book and cd – to be paid at first class This class prepares students for all parts of [...]
