Linda’s Blog

I’m impressed! Bicycle rotary and water station complete with Fido fountain at the Pierre Lallement bike path in #JP on the #SouthwestCorridorPark.

Beautiful stand of white pine in our very own Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University in #Rozzie. No need to venture far from home!

End the guesswork: here's what to put in your #recycle bin in #Boston. Better yet, limit your purchase of plastic anything!

Pizza boxes. Recyclable. Juice boxes. Not recyclable. What is, and what isn't recyclable, is often a confusing topic. Recycling varies depending upon municipalities. So something you may have recycled where you used to live, may not be recyclable in Boston, or vice versa. So let's take a look at wha... ... See more

Had a closing at the Registry just now — been ages since I’ve had one here! A home in the same family for two full generations: long road but all went well!

Very successful home inspection this morning at 311 Forest Hills in #JP — was expecting nothing less with this quality of construction!

Less than a month away -- our 5th annual Roslindale Porch Fest!

Roslindale Porch Fest is coming.
The opportunity to match musicians with porches
is just too great to pass up.

Such a genteel way to say “Sale Pending”, here in County Tipperary. And how to market this entryway in a positive light?

Our extremely above-average condo listings at 311 Forest Hills Street in #JP featured in Boston Magazine. Scroll down to the 4th item and ignore the typo on the Open House time this weekend!

These easy breezy homes are just what summer called for.

Lismore Castle, Waterford County, Ireland. Owner-occupied and NOT currently on the market!

After an 11-year hiatus, #JP World's Fair returning Sept. 15 to #HydeSquare! A must-not miss!

News Reimagined JP World’s Fair Seeking Vendors, Performers, and Volunteers by Lauren Bennett • July 26, 2019 • 0 Comments The JP World’s Fair—which had taken place every year from 1989 to 2008—is turning 30 this year, and will be reimagined with a new version of the fair after a ten... ... See more

Love #BirdMancini!

Don't miss Bird Mancini Band at 753 South tonight, August 7th, starting at 8:00pm on the patio! #ROSlove

Fun article -- maybe not 100% fact-checked -- about how #Boston neighborhoods acquired their names.

Boston is named after the town of Boston in eastern England. A lot of its neighborhoods have similar roots in old Albion, while a sizable chunk are tethered etymologically to geography.

Not a typical showing for this #Realtor! Cute little house in #Newport, RI. Now that's what I call a linen closet -- table linens only!

Former pub w beer garden on the River Lee in Cork City — possibly slated for extinction — any takers?

Linda’s lunch locale of the week: BONAPITA. Not a chain as their only other location is #DowntownCrossing. Fresh and innovative menu, amazingly friendly and helpful staff. Pictured is the felafel plate. And yes, the pita is puffy because it’s just out of the oven! ... See more

Outdoor #yoga summer Sundays at Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University. What could be better?

Morning Yoga at the Arboretum!

Find your zen and improve your health and wellbeing on Sundays this summer with yoga in the landscape. Practice poses, breathing, and meditation in the tranquil setting.

July 14, 21, 28, Aug. 4, 10-11:15am.
Free, registration required: http://bit.ly/2Li1N2O

Cosponsored by the Emerald Necklace Conservancy
(Photo: Dominik Wycislo) ... See more

Take a breather to enjoy these great images of local fauna by #Rozzie’s very own #ChrisLang! Thank you, Chris!

Robins, bluebirds, orioles, hawks, herons and warblers -- they're all flapping their wings in the Arnold Arboretum. And check out amazing photos of some of them in the Arnold Arboretum by Chris Lang! Check out more photos by Lang from this past winter by clicking here. And you can see more of Chris.... ... See more

#ThirdCliffBakery opening in the Vita complex on Washington Street this fall. The #SWCorridor will never be what it used to be!

A local bakery has signed a lease for an under construction Washington Street mixed-use building to open its first brick and mortar business. Third Cliff Bakery's owner Meg Crowley announced the news via a Facebook post saying they will be opening in the Vita condos building at 3525 Washington St. t... ... See more

Sure sign of spring: street closures, etc. for 4/15, #MarathonMonday!

We have information about parking and street closures for the Boston Marathon, Patriots Day Parade, BAA 5K, Invitational Mile, and Kids Relay Races.

Live in the #Longfellow district of #Rozzie and concerned about conservation and development? Get to know a little about LANA, the Longfellow Area Neighborhood Association.

Welcome to the online home of the Longfellow Area Neighborhood Association, located in the Roslindale section of Boston, Massachusetts. Fondly known as LANA, the association meets in odd-numbered …

One of #Rozzie's hidden treasures. Roslindale Fish Market never disappoints with freshness, friendliness and recipe advice!

You're seeing it here first: The Roslin-Dolls have reunited and will be performing at the Roslindale Day Parade fundraiser on Friday, May 3. Attached is video from our World Debut several years ago. Rest assured, we haven't gotten any better! ... See more

http://www.bobdward.com Linda Burnett, Judie Leon, Terry Fitzgerald, & Bob Norberg, perform for the Roslindale Board of Trade at the Roslindale Day Parade Be...

#MusicConnects up close and personal in #Rozzie. Amazing organization.

Oops -- almost forgot to post. One of the most fun fund-raisers of the season! See you tonight for Rosie's Place event at St. George's Church on Emmonsdale in #WestRox. Tix still available!

  April 6, 2019, 6:00pm 17th Annual Spring Community Dinner St. George Orthodox Church (Get directions) 55 Emmonsdale Road, West Roxbury, MA 02132 $30 per person When you join us for our Sprin…

We used to run past these empty buildings, broken glass crunching under our feet. My, how #Boston #realestate has changed and continues to boom!

It's hard for Newbies to believe that Tremont St in the South End once looked like this.

So worth the short jaunt to Wellesley and Massachusetts Horticultural Society's Elm Bank. 'Tis the season!

One month until The Gardens at Elm Bank open for the season! Join us this year for weekend programs, fun events and more: May 3 - October 13. Tuesday - Sunday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. https://masshort.org/the-gardens/visit/ ... See more

New #conservation tablets popping up at Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University. Now we can learn as we lollygag!

Simple and invaluable with spring rains: do you know where your utility shut-offs are?

Water, electricity, and natural gas are three essential resources that we depend on and use every single day. But would you be able to shut off the flow of these utilities into your home if necessary? Homeowners should know where utility shutoffs are located so that, in case of an emergency, they ... See more

New apartments on #Lochdale Rd. in #Rozzie?

A developer filed formal plans with the BPDA this week for a four-story, 36-unit apartment building on Lochdale Road, off Washington Street. Read more.

Allandale Farm is open for the season and the fragrances are heavenly. Wood ducks and turtles in the pond, too!

The #WeldHillSolarArray at Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University is well on its way. Community input had Harvard reduce the footprint of the project, plus they're underlying the panels with native meadow flowers to keep the pollinators working! ... See more

AAA Appliances in JP could be moving after 60 years. Owner of the business -- and the space -- getting turned on to the idea of a marijuana dispensary!

Kudos to #Rozzie Business of the Year (2018), Joanne Rossman- Purveyor of the Unnecessary & the Irresistible and to the Volunteer of the Year, Vinny Fieg!

RVMS Volunteer & Business of the Year Each year, Boston Main Streets districts select a Business and Volunteer of the Year of the prior calendar year (in this case, 2018), and recognize their contributions to the community during an award ceremony with the Mayor in June or July. This year, we were a... ... See more

Nice busy (packed!)open house at 656 West Roxbury Pkwy in #Rozzie!

This Saturday, 7PM, at the Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library: Gloucester Hornpipe & Clog Society annual fundraiser for the library. These people can PLAY!

The Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch Library welcome Spring by presenting the Gloucester Hornpipe & Clog Society for their annual after hours benefit concert. Their music will Include rousing Celtic songs, boisterous maritime music, original tunes and more! Suggested donation is $10 at the door -... ... See more

15 years and still hopping! The Blue Frog Bakery in #JP anniversary party on Saturday. https://www.jamaicaplainnews.com/2019/03/20/lets-eat-cake-blue-frog-bakery-celebrating-15th-anniversary-on-saturday/105510?fbclid=IwAR31vgpE-INZuT2yUuVGgc5_XaJi_Ofpu-RQj70yWPeiHo-1IddLQRfh9BM ... See more

The Blue Frog Bakery will be celebrating its 15th anniversary with a party this Saturday, and will be offering special pastries and desserts, chocolates, coffee, and cocktails. Owner Brad Brown will kick off the party at 9 am with a special cake-cutting ceremony, and the party will ensue until 1 pm.... ... See more

Prepping a terrific 3-BR house in #Rozzie for this weekend! Open Sat. & Sun. 12:30-2 at 656 W.Roxbury Parkway.

More about paint than I need to know, but a most interesting piece from The New Yorker. #FarrowandBall seems to be the last word!

It used to be chic to have white walls. Now stylish homeowners are paying consultants to find the perfect color.

"The Embrace", an interactive sculpture to memorialize Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Coretta Scott King, slated to be installed on #BostonCommon within the next 18 months.

"The Embrace," a bronze sculpture 22 feet high, will also honor Coretta Scott King. It could go up before the end of 2020.

Learn how to make your yard and gardens flourish this spring, and meet other earthy types at this 10-part lecture series by Mass. Master Gardeners at the Audubon Nature Center in #Mattapan. Series starts this Thursday evening. ... See more

LOCATION: Classes held at Mass Audubon’s Boston Nature Center, 500 Walk Hill St., Mattapan – spacious, well-lighted car and bike parking just inside the main entrance, directly opposite the White Environmental Conservation Center building. Easily accessible by car via Routes 9, 93 and 128 and by... ... See more

Rumors that the market is slowing are unfounded. Except for a couple of poorly marketed homes, single-families in #Rozzie, #JP & #WestRox are flying off the shelves! (DOM=days on market, BTW!)

Repurpose, recycle, reuse! Home in #Lexington built from materials from the #BigDig is on the market for $2.3M. Who knew?
https://boston.curbed.com/2018/12/6/18129028/lexington-big-dig-house?fbclid=IwAR0TfbKMbj6rny3u0MSnFJTLlJzI2Bgx8S6E9H4l1GUb_XvwPRhvRrJHBMQ ... See more

Landmark restaurant #Sorellas in #JP closing after 36 years!

One of Jamaica Plain's most beloved restaurants and delicious breakfast spots, Sorella's, will serve up its last batch of French toast at the end of the month. Sorella's was started by two sisters Ellie and Antoinette Bolys in 1983. Thus the name, Sorella's, which means sisters in Italian. Four year... ... See more

Get ready to emerge refreshed and relaxed this spring, with a little help from our friends at YMAA Boston in #RozzieVillage. Intro #Quigong session this Sunday! #ROSlove

Try a new way to alleviate symptoms of stress and anxiety with YMAA Boston's Qigong for Stress Relief Workshop on Sunday, March 17th, from 10:00am - 12:30pm.

Qigong exercises are an essential part of healing in Traditional Chinese Medicine and can help relieve stress & tension in the body.
Instructor Kathy Yang will walk you through techniques to relieve stress including muscle tightening exercises, diet changes and more!

Register here: ymaaboston.com/qigong-for-stress-relief.html

#ROSlove ... See more

Terrific program today from the #WomenOfBrookFarm at the new Rozzie Square Theatre! (L-R) Historian and host Marilyn Richardson; 1840s emcee Jessa Piaia as Margaret Fuller; Libba Ingram as Georgiana Bruce; Jessica Mink as Sophia Ripley; Laura Pattison as Marianne Dwight. Learn more at New Brook Farm and #BostonWomensHeritageTrail. https://bwht.org/ ... See more

Poets -- young, old and in between -- submit your oeuvre by March 29! Poetry contest sponsored by Friends of the West Roxbury Library. This year's theme: Look Closer. (GLS girl in me has to ask: Shouldn't that be "more closely", or does poetic license cover it?) ... See more

Welcome to the Friends of the West Roxbury Branch Library The Friends is a volunteer organization that raises funds to provide and enrich adult and children’s programming, enhance the physical space and gardens of the library, and promote awareness of library events and services to the people of W... ... See more

Today would be my father Charlie's 94th birthday. He passed in 1991 but many locals still remember his store, Hobby Fair, in #MattapanSquare. I'm sure he'd be proud to witness the renaissance of the neighborhood and all the dedicated community people who've followed in his footsteps! ... See more

#BrookFarm has always intrigued me and this presentation does, too! "The Women of Brook Farm Come to Roslindale" this Saturday at the new Rozzie Square Theater. Hope to make it between appointments and look forward to seeing you if I do! ... See more

Check out the latest community post from one of your neighbors. (The views expressed in this post are the author’s own.)

Three short weeks until Allandale Farm opens back up. Big doings this spring!

We’re so excited to share some news with you...introducing our new Harvest Barn!
You may have noticed some activity and large equipment over at the farm these last few weeks. We are well underway with a building project that will house our new state of the art harvest wash & pack. It will also have additional office and event space. Stay tuned for updates and please come by on March 23rd for our season preview and a sneak peak at the building. Opening Day is March 25th!
#newbarn #harvestbarn #washandpack #farmevents #buildingproject #seasonpreview #openingday2019 ... See more

Big doings in #Roxbury for #135Dudley. Stay tuned!

After several cyclist fatalities in recent months, there's a petition in progress for more #bikelanes on Centre St. in #JP. Similar effort in #WestRox. Please add your name and drive extra consciously as warmer weather arrives!https://www.jamaicaplainnews.com/2019/02/26/petition-calls-for-protected-bike-lanes-on-centre-street/97034?utm_source=Jamaica+Plain+News+readers&utm_campaign=c25248ca06-RSS_EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_02130News&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_13c06e47ea-c25248ca06-196376469 ... See more

At the Roslindale Branch of the Boston Public Library tomorrow, Saturday: yarn and book sale = crafters' paradise!

Stymied how to start clearing out your home for spring or that upcoming move? Go with The Clutter Queen out of #JP, just interviewed on #BBC!

Well, it took 16 years, but the world has finally recognized what you've always known: The Clutter Queen is one of the planet's finest declutter experts. The BBC has featured Yours Truly in a story today (Feb. 7, 2019) that includes interviews with one declutter pro each from England, Belgium, India... ... See more

I missed the actual day, but let's celebrate the ukulele all week! SO much more than Tiptoe through the Tulips! Local uke events are plentiful year round at https://www.meetup.com/BostonUke/.

Talking politics with family and close friends -- workshop next Wednesday at Boston Public Library Copley Sq. Wish we'd known about this before the holidays, but what a Brilliant idea!

Is it possible to talk about politics with our families and close friends in 2019? It is ultimately challenging; the emotional stakes are higher, and we may feel unconstrained by the politeness we otherwise offer. How might be hold the tension of our differences while working to repair connection an... ... See more

Happy Lunar New Year! In many ways, it's good to be a pig!

The Pig is the twelfth of all zodiac animals. Learn why Pigs have a beautiful personality and are blessed with good fortune in life.

Here's a FREE, no-pressure way to put some miles on those running shoes! Jamaica Pond parkrun happens every Saturday morning, regardless of weather. Run, jog or walk your 5K.

Free, timed, weekly 5k run, jog or walk. Here in Jamaica Pond. Join us every Saturday at 8.45am.

Uncommon videos, part of #BlackHistoryMonth offered by Roxbury Community College. If you're a student or faculty at #RCC, just login; otherwise check to see if your library offers #Kanopy and join with your library card. Super-simple to do and amazing offerings to view! ... See more

Celebrate Black History Month! Watch some streaming videos under this theme from RCC Library-subscribed platform! Which movie in Kanopy have you ever watched ?
Visit this link. Any questions, please contact us!
https://rccmass.kanopy.com/video/gook ... See more

These 450-s.f. micro-units on East Newton Street will be closing at about $1,400 per square foot. Gulp.

Remember micro-units? They’re alive and well. The nine condos on East Newton Street average 450 square feet.

Inspired #JP athlete's fundraiser on ice for veterans -- Sunday at the Frog Pond on Boston Common! Learn more here:https://joyskateproductions.com/

Jamaica Plain resident Elin Schran skated with Dorothy Hamill, performed in the Ice Capades and recently launched Joy Skate Productions, which is hosting a benefit for the veteran and military communities on February 4 on the Boston Common. Schran answered questions about the new company, the benefi... ... See more

Short notice but big fun: #ChildrensWinterFestival 10:00-12:30 this Saturday(like, tomorrow!)at Franklin Park. Crafts, tadpole tank, games and more! Moderating temps should make this a big event!

News Fun in the Parks…in the Winter! by Gazette Staff • January 27, 2019 • 0 Comments By Liz Vizza        As we head into the heart of winter, many Bostonians tend to stay inside, choosing to stay warm and dry rather than bundle up and face the cold. Yet even while our public green s... ... See more

Montana sunset, courtesy of Montana Home Photos, my brother's outfit out on the prairie! Nice little respite!

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One of my favorite #Boston food justice orgs, Fresh Truck, now offering #FreshConnect. Folks get "prescription" food coupons from their health care providers! We are what we eat!

In 2O19, Fresh Truck is expanding on a powerful new program to help us become more impactful, innovative, and sustainable. We call it FreshConnect. FreshConnect makes it possible for healthcare providers and other organizations invested in the health of communities to prescribe food as medicine. Fre... ... See more

$123M apparently buys a lot of #Serenity in #JP!

A high-end luxury apartment building on South Huntington Avenue, which has drawn the ire of local neighborhood organizations, has been sold for $123 million. Oxford Properties Group has bought Serenity Apartments at 101 South Huntington Ave. for $123.35 million, according to Bldup.com. The apartment... ... See more

#FeedLocal. Food collection at Spontaneous Celebrations and other locations in #JP.

The food pantry at Jamaica Plain's First Church is in need of donations as it has seen a rise in demand due to the federal government shutdown. The food pantry regularly serves about 120 people per month, according to the First Church in Jamaica Plain's website. Spontaneous Celebrations sent out an.... ... See more

A treat for the senses at the Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library. Works by #LocalArtist #KevinGillespie on view til 2/28.

Maybe you'll recognize some of the watercolors in the Jamaica Plain Branch Library's first art exhibition for the year because it's "Local Scenes" by Kevin Gillespie. The Jamaica Plain resident's work is often done en plein air, as he illustrates his neighborhood's natural scenes like the shadows of... ... See more

If you haven't had the pleasure of dining at Juicygreens, don't put it off a moment longer! This Realtor, who's also a self-anointed food critic, was totally pleased. Lovely space, terrific staff, total yum! ... See more

Sign up for Allandale Farm's CSA by 2/15 and get a free week of produce!

The Allandale Farm CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) offers weekly vegetable shares and cut flower shares to the greater Boston community including: Jamaica Plain, Brookline, Roslindale, West Roxbury, Newton and Chestnut Hill. ... See more

We are so fortunate to live near the year-round splendor of the Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University. Thanks for the beauty, Chris Lang Photography!

Local photographer Chris Lang has a penchant for taking great photos of birds in the Arnold Arboretum. "I think photographing birds, really most of my photography, is just a way for me to slow myself down and simply look around," said Lang. "A way for me to explore what's around us all every day and... ... See more

Lunch at @ShakingSeafood in #Rozzie — shellfish par excellence and fabulous friendly staff!

Perfect weather for hot-n-spicy soup at Chilacates Mexican Street Food. 2 shops in #JP, hopefully expanding to #Rozzie this year!

Only 7 fireplaces?

The Second Empire on Holyoke Street includes 15 rooms, seven fireplaces, and four parking spots on site.

Gather your bargains while ye may at Allandale Farm. Lots of great T-shirts and hoodies, too!

A real loss to the #JP community and well beyond: #JohnRowse, founder of Boston Building Resources and Community Boat Building and an activist for quality housing passed away earlier this year. John was inspecting homes for a while and he was always SO thorough on behalf of his clients, I shivered in my boots when I saw him! ... See more

John Rowse, the founder of Boston Building Resources, died on March 29. He was 74.

Kudos to Stop & Shop! Donating paper-bag revenue to Emerald Necklace Conservancy!

Customers will be charged no less than 5 cents for each paper bag at retail establishments as part of the new plastic bag ordinance -- and Stop & Shop will be donating all of the money it takes in from the paper bag fee to the Emerald Necklace Conservancy. The plastic bag ordinance begins on […] ... See more

Happy closing on a BIG two-fam house in #Rozzie. Three buyers are best of friends and thrilled to finally be sharing a roof!

My replacement cat — who happens to be a rescue Chihuahua — gets a royal welcome today at The Pet Cabaret in #Rozzie. Jojo was a hit!

First visit to Johnny's Takeaway in#WestRox today. Talented, entertaining chefs, incredible eats — fresh and SO creative!

Roslindale Village Main Street Holiday Market: Elves working hard at Fornax Bread Company; #GlennWilliams emcees; #TailWag and #JPHonk provide soundtrack!

Tomorrow night's #HolidayMarket in #Rozzie is getting bigger and better by the hour! See you there!
#ROSlove #shoplocal #shopsmall #RVMS

We have more exciting news about the 2018 RVMS Holiday Market on Birch Street tomorrow: we'll be filling the vacancy at 22 Birch Street with additional festive happenings!

The RVMS table will be selling merchandise including our beanies, Trillium Beer Garden at the Substation pint glasses, decorative Roslindale themed posters, and more!

A Farmers Market fave The Neighborhood Farm, LLC will be selling their beautiful decorative Holiday Wreaths.

The Roslindale Food Pantry will be collecting donations and we will have a bin available for toy donations to go towards The Home for Little Wanderers' toy drive.

David Harrison of The Boston Imposters will perform acoustic music from 6:00 - 8:00pm!

More event info can be found on our website: https://roslindale.net/annual-programs/holiday-market/ ... See more

Take a break between shopping and wrapping. December events at Roslindale Branch of the Boston Public Library. (Please note, 12/11 Poetry Discussion has been moved to 12/18)

All programs take place at the Roslindale Branch Library and are free of charge unless noted otherwise. Call the branch at 617-323-2343 for more information. Learn more at friendsofroslindalelibrary.org. ... See more

If you, like me, were wondering why those electric scooters came and went so quickly in #Cambridge, here's why: they're illegal in MA. I'm happy for one less wheeled vehicle to negotiate!

Cambridge wants the state to adjust and clarify its regulations on the vehicles, which are becoming more common regardless of the law on the books.

Thursday eve, 3rd Annual Holiday Market in #Rozzie. Pix below from last year's bash -- high-quality vendors and GREAT FUN!

Condo prices all across Boston: #JP, #Rozzie, #WestRox finished strong!

Don’t get too excited, though, if you’re a prospective buyer: The going rates for condos stayed generally steady and pricey during the summer.

Allandale Farm open until 8PM weeknights until almost Christmas Eve. Gorgeous wreaths, trees, baubles and still some local produce!

Thank you to everyone who worked and continues to work to make #Rozzie such a fabulous part of Boston!

You may have noticed how festive Adams Park became this weekend! Thanks to the donated time of our friends at Cummings Electric, help from Roslindale Ace Hardware and volunteers from several of our committees including Tracy Porteleki, Kate Schlegel, Jacob and Molly Robinson, Silvana Ragusa, Tom Donahue and Liz Graham-Meredith!

Thank you all for making our Square holiday-ready. See you at the 34th Annual Roslindale Tree Lighting & Small Business Saturday on the 24th! #ROSlove #shopsmall ... See more

Green T Coffee Shop open Thanksgiving morning, before the madness really kicks in!

We will be open on Thanksgiving Day from 7am-Noon. The kitchen will be closed, but we will have plenty of coffee and pastries available!

If you would like to order a larger amount of pastries, please call us by Tuesday so we can prepare your order!

Thank you and Happy Thanksgiving! ... See more

So exciting and so fitting: #BlueBikes in #Rozzie Village, in front of Shanti Restaurant!

The quality of our marketing at Insight Realty Group reaches new levels of excellence. We love what we do, and it shows!

3 New Conversion Condominiums. Each with unique and artfully designed kitchens. When you love your house, you know you're home!

Don't discard when you renovate: DONATE, to the #ReuseCenter at Boston Building Resources! It's the destination for many of my clients' unwanted items! Light fixtures, drawer pulls, flooring, entire kitchens -- if it's serviceable, they take it ALL! ... See more

A Dream Kitchen for $3,000 November 2016 —The overwhelming snows of January and February 2015 caused significant damage to Patricia Cerrato's Hyde Park home. Ice dams formed and melting snow soaked the insulation and wallboard. In the wet areas, mold started to grow. With a settlement from her ins ... See more

So much new and wonderful in #RozzieVillage!

Architects Hansy Better Barraza and Anthony Piermarini relocated their Fort Point practice, Studio Luz Architects, to Roslindale Village (67 Poplar Street, next door to the Treasure Chest) a few weeks ago.

Studio Luz is "an agile, forward thinking practice that strives to link social responsibility, sustainable construction practices with built material expression."

Follow the link to read more.
https://roslindale.net/2018/11/07/new-business-profile-studio-luz-architects/ ... See more

One of my fave food festivals: this Thursday #TasteofJP!

Blue Nile, Chilacates, Café Beirut, FoMu, The Frogmore and Tres Gatos are just some of the participating businesses in the 23rd Annual Taste of Jamaica Plain on Nov. 15. This year's Taste of Jamaica Plain has a new location at Our Lady of Annunciation Church on the West Roxbury and Jamaica Plain bo... ... See more

I lost my 8-y.o. Kitty last week to a well-hidden case of congestive heart failure. If you’re fortunate enough to share your home with a pet, here’s a great article of which I endorse every word!
https://www.thebalance.com/selling-a-house-with-pets-at-home-1799082 ... See more

Winner of the 2018 Boston Preservation Alliance Award: Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library! Kudos, #JP! If you haven't visited the (not so) new building, it's surely worth the trip!

Getting my #Rozzie on at Insight Realty Group! Parade is Sunday, guys!

Muy rico! Welcome, Achilito's Taqueria to #JP and #Rozzie!

So rare: home inspector has no problems with an electrical panel! For 110 years old, this building is passing w flying colors!

Wonder Spice Cafe in JP closing after decades of delicious dining and new Sweet Rice Thai Sushi coming in, hopefully by the end of the year. Preview the menu!

Thai Kitchen + Sushi Bar

This coming Sunday -- #Roslindale Day Parade!

MARK THE DATE: 43rd Annual Roslindale Day Parade Sunday, October 14th, 2018 Step-off at 1:00 PM If your group or business would like to participate in or sponsor the parade, please call or e-mail. Participant Info Parade Order of Appearance … Continue reading → ... See more

Last-ditch anti-pilfering measures for the loo key at The Real Deal. They’ve already lost a hockey stick and a leprechaun!

Yay! Affordable, accessible housing in #HydePark! Thank you, Southwest Boston CDC.

Residences at Fairmount Station is nearly done! Soon 27 very lucky households will get to move in here. Join us at our Annual Meeting and Dinner to celebrate this and so much more on Oct 11th at 6:30 at Christ Church, 1220 River Street in Hyde Park. Free! Includes Dinner! ... See more

Get your appetite on! Along with the Greek food festival at St. Nectarios in #Rozzie, Achilito's Taqueria opens at #ForestHills in #JP this weekend!

Calling all taco lovers! Attention burrito enthusiasts! Hey, all you quesadilla aficionados! Achilito's Taqueria is opening in Forest Hills this weekend! "This weekend we will have a soft opening serving tacos, burritos, bowls nachos and queso," said Margaret Pimental to Jamaica Plain News. "We prou... ... See more

#ShopLocal and stay warmer this winter with new windows, on sale this month at Boston Building Resources!

Windows and doors, including those that match the styles of historic properties. Storm windows and storm doors.

Major congrats to #JP-based A Far Cry on their #BarrKlarman Grant. Love to see excellence recognized!

We are pleased to announce that A Far Cry was selected to participate in the Barr-Klarman Massachusetts Arts Initiative – as announced earlier today on the Barr Foundation’s blog . A partnership between two Boston-based foundations - Barr and The Klarman Family Foundation – the initiative is a ... See more

Vote early, vote often for accessibility project at the Roslindale Congregational Church through #VoteYourMainStreet2018! Everyone can vote 5 times!

Now and until October 26, you can vote once a day for up to five Main Streets that you want to see receive a share of $2 million in American Express funding for preservation projects.

This Saturday 2-4PM at Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University, experience #FogXFLO with the kids!

Sunday, October 28, 2:00-4:00pm (ages 8 and up) Location: Hunnewell Building and Lawn Discover the Fog with kids in four family drop in activities. At the Arnold Arboretum's own Fog x Hill, you can join us as we celebrate the Emerald Necklace Conservancy's Fog x FLO by artist Fujiko Nakaya. ... See more

Luxuriant urban garden I’ve admired for decades, along Washington St. in #Rozzie.

Our very own Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University in #JP and #Rozzie ranks high for the stroller-schlepping crowd!

It’s one of the more laborious rituals for Boston parents and other caregivers: Maneuvering the dang stroller out and about. These 10 swards—naturally beautiful, a cinch to navigate, and easy on the wheels—reward them for the struggle. ... See more

New listing! Restored or shored-up antique hotel in Three Forks, MT. Fluffy assistants are (l-r) Noodles and Levon.

Reserve your spot NOW for a collaborative dinner at Brassica Kitchen + Cafe! Only from October 12-16!

October 16th - 20th!! The Brassica Team will be inviting @rrachelmiller of @nightshadepopup to create a collaborative dining experience!! To make reservation for this week head over to our website! This week is gonna fill up quick! #brassicachefs #brassicabasement #chefcollab ... See more

Haley & Avi slightly hysterical at their closing today. They are the (ebulliently) happy owners of the first house in Dedham that’s over the county line!

Talk about lighting a candle! #DavisSawinFlorist in #WestRox spreading the love today. #GoodNeighborDay.

Embarrassed to admit, my first visit to Exodus Bagels at their cafe location in #JP! You can still pick up larger orders in #Rozzie on weekends.

Thank you to all who recently started following my page! I hope you enjoy the scope of community info I share!

SO much to choose from this weekend! Jamaica Plain Music Festival in its 8th year!

More than 20 local musical acts (and The Footlight Club) will participate in the 8th Annual Jamaica Plain Music Festival this Saturday. "The JP Music Festival is a celebration of the music and incredible musicians of Jamaica Plain," says the tagline on the festival's website. The popular free musica... ... See more

Talk about the persistence of Nature! Getting a condo ready on Forest Hills St. in #JP.

Perfect opportunity to check out The Urbano Project! Exhibit runs through October 5.

La Victoria: Resilience & Creativity, an exhibition of photographs by the SALTO Collective examining issues of belonging and identity in their home city of Santiago, Chile, will be on view at Urbano Project, August 30 – October 5, 2018. An opening celebration will take place on September 5 from 6-... ... See more

Always the BEST! Roslindale Village Main Street #farmersmarket!

Rare opportunity to feed your green thumb! Wednesday, Sept. 12 with Christie Dustman and The Evening Garden Club of West Roxbury!

Be sure to join our owner, Christie Dustman, as she discusses basic design principles to help you bring your landscaping dream to reality. She will be a guest speaker of The Evening Garden Club of West Roxbury at The Elk Lodge. Reservations are not required, but a $12 donation is requested to attend. Hope to see you there! ... See more

Application deadline 9/3 for the first affordable apartment building built in 25 years in #HydePark! Thanks Southwest Boston CDC for posting!

Southwest Boston CDC’s members and leaders care deeply about creating homes with rents and sales prices that reflect what people in Hyde Park and Roslindale can afford. We develop and preserve affordable housing in order to help build and sustain vibrant communities and to prevent the displacement... ... See more

From a RE office window in Spain. Look in the center of the array. Would we dare to be this silly in the States? Thanks for sending, Peg Preble!

Interested in having your place pass home inspection? Make
sure your electric service resembles this NOT AT ALL!

Tomorrow night -- #PizzaWithAPurpose -- benefit at Bella Luna Restaurant and Milky Way Lounge for Hyde Square Task Force!

Enjoy delicious hand-made pizzas while raising money for Hyde Square Task Force on August 23. You can help us amplify the power, creativity, and voices of youth so they can build a just, equitable Boston. Join us on Thursday, August 23rd from 5:30 to 8 pm at Bella Luna. Tickets are $15 (children 12.... ... See more

Thank you, Newman's Own, for your $35K donation to The Food Project! I'll be riding with the Ride For Food on 9/23 to add to those funds! http://newmansownfoundation.org/nutrition

Newman's Own Foundation turns all profits from the sale of Newman's Own products into charitable donations.

Jamaica Plain Arts Council- JP Open Studios will be here before you know it, but still plenty of time to show your support!

JP Open Studios would not be possible without the support of our wonderful Jamaica Plain community. Thank you to just a few of our sponsors for supporting our artists year after year! #JPOS2018 #JPOpenStudios #JamaicaPlainArtists #SupportLocalArtists #supportlocalbusinesses ... See more

How lucky are we to have our very own #FogSculpture in #JP!

“Fog ‘Sculptures’ Celebrating 20 Years of Emerald Necklace Conservancy and more from Jamaica Plain News - https://t.co/Pu4WwMD0mN”

No need to fret: #GlennWilliams supplying sound — rain or shine — at Roslindale Village Main Street#FarmersMarket!

Clean and appropriate recycling is now more critical than ever, with China rejecting ANY contaminated items! Take this quick quiz from Boston Building Resources !

Pop quiz! Which of the following items are recyclable in the city of Boston? (Answers at end of article.) 1. Aluminum foil   2. Pizza boxes   3. Styrofoam   4. Paper egg cartons   5. Cereal box liner   6. Light bulbs   7. Packaging tape &nbs ... See more

When you’re down at Nantasket, be sure to support #Rozzie’s very own #VillageMarket!

#BostonTeaParty leftovers?!

Massachusetts Historical Society, Collections Online: Tea leaves in glass bottle collected on the shore of Dorchester Neck the morning of 17 December 1773

A first! Out touring open houses with clients Sunday afternoon and these #Dedham homeowners put out this welcoming spread! My clients loved the welcome, and the house!

Need a timeout during these crazy days? Let #ButterflyHollow at Franklin Park Zoo take you away, just like Calgon used to do!

Don’t miss Butterfly Hollow at Franklin Park Zoo! The popular, seasonal exhibit will open June 16 (weather-permitting). At Butterfly Hollow, guests have the opportunity to stroll through this tranquil environment filled with butterflies. This tented, outdoor exhibit also features several garden be... ... See more

Call to artists! Today is the final day to register for Roslindale Open Studios 2018!

Looking to really clean up in show biz? Here's a backstage opp from The Footlight Club in #JP!

We will be focusing on many areas at the club, such as the basement, tool room, flat room, wood room, backstage, paint shelves, etc.   If you have a particular area of interest, please let us know in the comments when you sign up! Thank you very much! Liz ... See more

This Saturday, self-guided first-ever Jamaica Plain Garden Tour!

The 1st Annual Jamaica Plain Garden Tour by the Trustees of Boston Community Gardens is this Saturday, and will feature more than 20 privately owned gardens. This is a self-guided tour through 24 private and two public gardens. A garden owner or Trustees' volunteer will be at each garden to greet an... ... See more

Through September 30 at The Institute of Contemporary Art/Boston -- rare opportunity to view the work of under-sung artists!

The exhibit reexamines second wave feminism and the black arts movement.

For gardeners and fledgling meteorologists -- great service from Boston Water and Sewer Commission!

You're flushing $$ down the drain if you don't take advantage of this sale at Boston Building Resources!

We inspire, educate, and empower homeowners to increase the efficiency and value of their homes with affordable, environmentally friendly solutions.

Big doings on #PetersHill in #Rozzie: new sidewalk ramps all along Walter St., two bus stops removed and accessible loading areas installed and a new bench in the Rozzie side of the Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University! ... See more

Starting this Saturday, there IS such a thing as a free lunch! Thank you, Roslindale Village Main Street! #SummerEatsMA

Summer can be difficult for families when kids don’t get their breakfast and lunch from the school cafeteria. That’s why we’re going to be serving free lunch during school vacation at the RVMS Summer Farmers Market! No registration or ID required.

We will be providing kids 18 and under with a free meal from 11:00am - 12:30pm. Make it a fun-filled day and come by for the children's programing from 10:00 - 11:00am, grab a meal, and then listen to the live music from 11:00am - 1:00pm! #roslove #mealsatmarket #SummerEatsMA ... See more

Love this! "Inspector Gadget" honored at Springhouse Senior Living Community, part of Rogerson Communities, in #JP! We may be old, but we know stuff!

An employee of Springhouse Senior Living, nicknamed Inspector Gadget, was recently named a recipient of the Facilities/Maintenance Excellence Award by the Massachusetts Assisted Living Association (Mass-ALA). Thomas Crowe, maintenance director at Springhouse Senior Living, located on Allandale Stree... ... See more

Next Saturday, July 7, #JPPorchfest! Here's a printable version of the guide to every site!

What could be more fun than #ZumbaWithACop in #JP? Every Thursday night 'til August 2!

The Boston Police District E-13 Community Service Office would like to invite everyone to participate in "Zumba with a Cop".  The FREE Zumba lessons will be held on Thursdays at 6:30 pm behind English High School at 144 McBride Street in Jamaica Plain.  Lessons will run f ... See more

Thank you, Representative Liz Malia, and congrats to #Carol Miranda and the Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women for all you do for #JP, #Rozzie and beyond.

In a recent State House ceremony, state Rep. Liz Malia (D-11th Suffolk) honored Carol Miranda, as a member of the Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women’s (MCSW) 2018 class of Unsung Heroines, for her commitment to anti-poverty initiatives in Jamaica Plain and Roxbury. Miranda was honored... ... See more

Something fishy in #JP Saturday morning -- not a bait-and-switch!

Discounted pricing on child-safe window grates -- thank you, Boston Building Resources!

Dr. Jennifer Lo from the Boston Public Health Commission has some helpful tips to protect your children from window falls.

47 affordable units coming to #JP, 7 of them for people with mobility and sensory issues! Kudos to #JPNDC and #BackOfTheHill!

Two local development corporations held a groundbreaking on May 31st to celebrate the beginning of construction for an apartment building of 47 affordable units. The 56,290 square foot, 4-story, apartment building at 61 Heath St., is a joint venture by the Jamaica Plain Neighborhood Development Corp... ... See more

Lots of urban wonder at Mass Audubon #BostonNatureCenter!

#FirstThursday is back next week in #JP as is #screenonthegreen at Loring-Greenough House!

The very popular Screen on the Green returns this week to the Loring-Greenough House as part of First Thursdays ArtWalk -- and the food trucks are back, too! During First Thursdays ArtWalk local artists have their works displayed at Centre and South streets businesses. The artists are often at the b... ... See more

You might already know, actually or intuitively, some of the answers about #BostonRealEstate but this article fills in a few of the blanks.

Poor planning, perennially high demand, and horrid commutes are just a few of the reasons.

Long-vacant space on South Street in #JP has a bright new face! Welcome, Juicygreens!

With a steady stream of customers, Juicygreens opened with a soft (and tasty) opening last Thursday. "It's been a lot of fun getting started and we're adding items every day," said Mike Lowney, who co-owns the business with his wife Ammy. He added they want to get everything perfect and for staff to... ... See more

Good news for #BPS close to home -- congratulations to #JP's Craig Martin!

A JP resident was named Massachusetts elementary school principal of the year!

Perfect day for sunny savings at Birch St. House & Garden!

Open Me Up for Savings this weekend

Fred Flintstone flourless bread recipe from our friends at Community Servings in #JP. No kneading needed!

This hearty bread is a great way to start your day off with healthy fiber and protein.

Spring cleaning time has passed, folks. If you're still looking at too much stuff, contact The Clutter Queen. Here's how she works her magic:

Rhea Becker has worn many hats. She's been a published journalist in publications including People magazine and the Boston Globe. She was the president of the Jamaica Plain Historical Society. And she's also the Clutter Queen -- as in she will help you get rid of your clutter. Becker answered some q... ... See more

#InsideOut this Saturday in #JP! Shop, eat, meet!

More than 45 businesses will turn their stores and restaurants inside out for you to stroll, shop and eat during the 4th Annual Inside Out Sidewalk Sale along Centre Street on May 19. The sale will be along Centre Street from Jackson Square to Hyde Square and beyond during the sidewalk sale being pr... ... See more

Some good news for a change out of #Angell in #JP -- IF you like cats!

Marty Walsh lays down new rules for short-term rentals in Boston. Let's see who complies!

Mayor Martin J. Walsh today announced that he has filed an amended citywide ordinance establishing guidelines and regulations to better track and regulate short-term rentals in the City of Boston.

106 years ago, looking down Boylston St. from Mass. Ave. The firehouse and the brick building across Gloucester are easily identifiable, but on the inbound side...! Thanks Dirty Old Boston!

Boylston from Mass, 1912.

Informative quick read on a few aspects of the lead paint law in Mass. An endlessly interesting topic for us #Realtors!

Nice view of the site that put #Rozzie on the map back in 1887!

A great loss to our Realtor community over the weekend: Judy Moses was a bright light who consistently rose above the fray of this crazy business! We will miss her steadying presence.

Read the Obituary and view the Guest Book, leave condolences or send flowers. | MOSES, Judith Jeanne "Judy" Of Chestnut Hill, formerly of Winthrop suddenly by accident on April 29, 2018. Beloved wife of Charles Capace. Loving daughter of Ronald E. and Elinor A. (Vitale) Moses ... See more

We might even have nice weather for #WakeUptheEarthFestival in #JP this Saturday!

The earth has certainly had quite the slumber this winter and while we've had warmer days recently it's time to Wake Up the Earth with the annual parade and festival this Saturday! This year is the 40th Wake Up the Earth Festival! The festival has a fascinating creation story. It began in 1979 when.... ... See more

Here in Chester, VT. Intricate slate roofs abound, and a tiny house on Main Street.

Sure sign of spring!

So NOT surprised to see #Rozzie and #JP on this list. The percentage of value increases since 2012 is astonishing!

Roslindale, a top 10 in Massachusetts!

@BaySweetsMarket in #WestRox looking as tasty as their food!

My clients worked tirelessly for perfection. Broker open — public invited — today at 52 Metropolitan in # Rozzie!

Good news on a not-so-popular aspect of #BostonRealEstate Kudos, #ShattuckHospital and the Commonwealth!

The Shattuck Hospital campus will see a bunch of changes in the coming months and years. The state is planning to relocate 260 inpatient beds and other programs from Jamaica Plain to the South End in 2021, while also recently approving a 99-year lease for two acres of housing for chronically homeles... ... See more

Express your feelings about current sources of info when you have zoning questions. Quick survey from Boston Building Resources.

Part of the curriculum for the Masters of Architecture program as Northeastern University, we are required to create a product or service that fills a gap in the industry. Your feedback will help better understand how to refine our product to meet the needs of understanding zoning and building codes... ... See more

So proud to be putting this Parkway beauty in #Rozzie on the market! Open Sunday 12:30-2 at 181 Beech.

City commits $2M to repair sidewalks in Roxbury. We pay $3.6M to fly DT to Florida every weekend. Sigh. https://boston.curbed.com/2018/3/5/17079116/boston-sidewalk-repairs-equity

A recent analysis showed that 65 percent of Roxbury and Dorchester sidewalks were in no better than fair condition. In Downtown Boston and Back Bay, 68 percent of sidewalks were in good condition.

You'll notice this view is from the Menino days. We will soon be in petunias and impatiens!

Learn the how and why of a herbarium at Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University tomorrow afternoon. A rare opportunity to view this collection!

Participants in this special indoor tour will take a look at the historic Arnold Arboretum collection and find out how and why an herbarium is assembled. Meet in the Visitor Center of the Hunnewell Building. ... See more