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Mayor Menino's "Thrive in 5"

The W.K. Kellogg Foundation has awarded Thrive in 5 a $1.5 million grant over two years to support implementation of Boston’s School Readiness Roadmap.
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Sail Boston

Interested in Boston's maritime history? Want to see an official port of the Tall Ships Atlantic Challenge (TSAC)? Then head over to the Boston Harbour July 8th through July 13th!
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Wednesday Night Concert Series

The Dorothy Curran Wednesday Night Concert Series returns to City Hall Plaza on July 22nd.
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R.O.C.K., Roll & Ride

Want to Bike in Boston with the whole family? Come to R.O.C.K., Roll & Ride!
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Frog Pond Spray Pool Open for the Season

The Frog Pond spray pool is open daily from 11 am to 6 pm through Labor Day.
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Kill-A-Watt

This new tool, available for free rental from libraries, can be used to measure the energy efficiency of your household appliances.
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Summer in Boston

The City of Boston offers exciting options for residents and visitors of all ages. You could see a movie in your local park, learn tennis at a neighborhood community center, listen to a concert on City Hall Plaza or learn to paint on the waterfront.
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Recycle More ...Trash Less!

As of July 1st Boston residents no longer have to separate paper and cardboard from cans and bottles. Instead, they may mix all recyclable materials together in one large container. The City will be delivering large wheeled recycling carts throughout the upcoming year.
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Boston About Results (BAR)

The city of Boston has released its Quarter 3 performance reports, including a new performance report for the Public Health Commission.
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Mayor Menino's Recovery Plan

Detailed information and financial figures on projects across Boston that will receive funding from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.
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