Milton is among the schools discussed in an article in todays Boston Globe on the state’s rating of public school systems. The article states “Milton has gone from having all Level 1 schools two years ago to having just one this year.”
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Photo for the day 09.29.14
Here is another nice shot of Milton’s most popular oasis, Turners Pond, on a very still day. This photo is by Phil Mathews. We welcome your photos. You can email them to frank@mytownmatters.com.
photo by Philip Mathews
Brandon Grimes returns to area in musical performance of ‘Jeckyll and Hyde’
by Frank Schroth
Barndon Grimes, a standout member with choral ensembles during his time at Milton High School, is returning to the area in a production of the musical ‘Jeckyll and Hyde’. The cast of the show is on a national tour and will be performing at the Zeiterion Performing Arts Center (aka The Z) in New Bedford on October 9th at 8:00pm.
As shortage looms, Milton Cemetery will limit grave sales
from Wicked Local Milton
Milton Cemetery, which was created in 1672, will limit sales of burial plots to Milton residents only starting Dec. 1. A family member must die before relatives can buy a plot. If a planned new section isn’t prepared, the town’s historic resting place will run out of graves in two years or less. (Read the full story here.)
Boosters Support Can/Bottle Drive & Car Wash on October 4th
The Milton High School Boosters “Cans for Cats” can & bottle recycling drive will be held on Saturday, October 4th, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm at Milton High School. The girls volleyball team will be at the front entrance of the high school, 25 Gile Road, to collect your 5 cent cans and bottles to redeem them for cash.
Quincy RiverWalk Opens September 30 at Noon
from Neponset River Watershed Association
After twelve long years of sweat and tears by the Neponset River Watershed Association and local Quincy citizens, the Quincy RiverWalk will officially open and become a part of the Neponset River Reservation onTuesday, September 30. A Ribbon Cutting ceremony will be held at noon that day at the new Neponset Landing Park, 2 Hancock St., Quincy right next to the Neponset Avenue Bridge (see directions, below). Speakers will include Quincy Mayor Thomas Koch and MassDCR Commissioner Jack Murray. A tour of the 2 mile long Quincy RiverWalk will follow the ceremony. Everyone is invited. (Read the full story here. You can find related coverage from the Taunton Gazette here.)
Children’s programs 10/5-10/11 @ MPL: Free play, Drum Circle
There’s always something cool for kids to do at the Milton Public Library! In addition to our regular storytimes on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, we have these exciting programs for the young people in your life happening during the week of October 5 – 11:
The Cahill Report for 9/26/14 – a weekly update on the Milton real estate market
Welcome to this week’s edition of the Cahill Report, a weekly update on Milton real estate activity produced in partnership with Laura Cahill.
Following are a list of open houses this week end and recent real estate transactions.
Annual Pedal Poker River Run to benefit local non-profits
This year’s Pedal Poker River Run to benefit local non-profits takes place on Saturday, 10/18 on the Neponset Greenway. The extended bike ride check-i is at 12:30PM with a kick off at 1:00. The Ride/Walk/Run registration is at 1:30pm with a 2:00pm kick off. Registation in free at pedalpokerriverrun.com. Free I-Pad for most money raised.
Bottle Bill Proponents to hold Meeting at MPL
Tucker Smith, Town Captain for the “Yes on 2” Campaign (referring to the Bottle Bill referendum question to take place on the November 4 ballot). will be hosting a a campaign kickoff and organizing meeting – Wednesday, October 1, 7 p.m., Milton Public Library’s Keyes Conference Room (downstairs). Bring your energy, ideas, and your neighbors. All ages are welcome – kids, families, teens.