The Hyde Park Arts Initiative is a unique coalition of artists, non-profits, businesses and individuals that organize and support several cultural events in Hyde Park annually, including the Artscene Festival and Open Studios. HPAI’s goal is to promote the growing arts community in Hyde Park, and utilize arts and cultural events to enhance the business center of Hyde Park, Cleary/Logan Square.
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Hyde Park Arts Initiative E-Newsletter
May 2007
In This Issue
> Interim Director to join HPAI
> Seniorpalooza!
> Taste Of Hyde Park a Success!
> Announcements
Interim Director to join HPAI
The Hyde Park Arts Initiative is pleased to announce that Sarah Whitten will be joining May 7th as interim HPAI Director. Sarah will be focusing on marketing HPAI, events, and Partner activities, helping with the Artscene Festival, overseeing the summer interns, and facilitating the ongoing search for a permanent Director. She brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to this role, and HPAI Partners are looking forward to working with her over the next few months. Welcome Sarah!
Seniorpalooza!
May is Elder Americans Month, and a local non-profit has created a unique an innovative way to celebrate. Ethos, an organization dedicated to promoting independence, dignity and well being among the elderly, will be holding its 3rd annual Seniorpalooza event in Hyde Park this May in recognition of Elder Americans month.
Seniorpalooza is designed as a month long series of lectures, demonstrations, interactive events and fun activities targeted to local seniors, the goal being to keep them connected to their communities while raising visibility and support for seniors among local businesses and organizations. Each year Ethos targets a a different neighborhood of Boston to celebrate Seniorpalooza, and this year it is Hyde Park. Throughout the month a variety of free activities and events are planned for Hyde Park seniors including discussions at the Hyde Park library on topics including "All About Arthritis" and "The Joys of Growing Old." In addition, the YMCA will be offering free classes and admission to those over 50 through May 13, and hosting a Senior Tea on May 7. The Hyde Park Community Center will host a "Senior Prom" featuring cabaret entertainment by Mixed Emotions on May 18th and will be hosting a comprehensive Senior Expo on May 30th. A variety of businesses throughout Hyde Park are offering discounts to seniors this month as well.
Ethos was founded in 1972 by a group of motivated southwest Boston activists after then Governor Frank Sargent issued a call for initiatives to help elders age "in place." Since then the agency has grown and now provides a multitude of services including; homecare, caregiver support, ombudsman, delivered meals and nutrition, elders in crisis, volunteer services, and money management services to elders throughout Boston.
For more information about Ethos, Seniorpalooza and local activities log onto www.ethocare.org or call (617) 522-6700.
Taste Of Hyde Park a Success!
"The Taste of Hyde Park" held on April 28 was a huge success for first time event planners, 02136, All Things Hyde Park. The festivities sold out before any advertising for the event could be done, indicating that this was an idea that was long overdue! 80 Attendees were transported throughout Hyde Park on trolleys, with Representative Angelo Scaccia, former City Councilor Joe "Sonny" Tierney, and Current City Councilor Rob Consalvo serving as MCs. Those who planned the event feel it was a success and that they achieved their goals of promoting the "hidden" gems of Hyde Park, acquainting the community with the wonderful things Hyde Park has to offer, and promoting local merchants. Hats off to the 02136 committee for a job well done! Word has it they have more tricks up their sleeves, and anyone interested in helping out on future endeavors is encouraged to volunteer! Contact tasteofhp@rcn.com for more info.
Announcements
4th Annual Artists-at-Large Auction at the Piano Factory, Tremont Street in the South End. Preview show April 30th-May 5th, reception and final bids May 5th. Proceeds will help AaL research grant options and locate a suitable space in Hyde Park. For more info infoaal@mac.com or (617) 276-3223.
"An Afternoon with a Poet," May 19, Hyde Park Library. Poet Ted Thomas Jr. will talk about publishing, and read from his newest collection. Attendees are encouraged to bring a favorite poem to share. (617) 361-2524
Children of Eden at the Riverside Theatre Works, May 11-20th. Freely based on the story of Genesis, Children of Eden is a frank, heartfelt and often humorous examination of the age-old conflict between parents and children. The show ultimately delivers a bittersweet but inspiring message: that "the hardest part of love...is letting go." (617) 361-7024 for tickets.
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