Boston Scenes 06-09-2016
Program Manager Carolina Prieto leads a group in a salsa lesson at the CityPOP Egleston Launch Event. CityPOP Egleston is an artspace in the heart of Egleston Square where diverse artists from across various disciplines work and collaborate together. From drawing to dance, this community space is a hub of creativity and the host site for regular workshops, events, and exhibitions. For more information visit www.citypopegleston.com
Boston School Committee Chairman Michael O’Neill, Mayor Martin Walsh, New Mission High School valedictorian Natalia Phillips and BPS Superintendent Tommy Chang enjoy a moment during a luncheon for the 37 BPS valedictorians.
First Annual Cruz C.A.R.E.S. Walkathon Raises Support for Youth Summer Jobs in Roxbury, Dorchester and Mattapan. On Saturday, June 4, Boston residents came together for the First Annual Cruz C.A.R.E.S. Walkathon, traveling a 3-mile route through Franklin Park to raise awareness and funds to support summer jobs for youth in Roxbury, Dorchester and Mattapan. “It was great to see all the participants come out on a beautiful day to support a great cause,” said John B. Cruz, III, president of Cruz Companies. “Our goal is to create job opportunities for as many youth as we can this summer, and this successful event will help us do just that.” The Walkathon, “Making Strides for a Better Community,” was hosted by Cruz C.A.R.E.S., the non-profit arm of Cruz Companies, one of the region’s largest and oldest minority-owned construction firms. The event was a benefit for youth summer jobs in Boston’s communities of color through the Cruz Youth Summer Works program, which offers summer jobs to youth living in Cruz managed properties and others who live in Roxbury, Dorchester and Mattapan. The over 50 participants helped raise over $12,000 but the final amount will probably be higher as they are still accepting donations. For more information about how to donate, you can contact CruzCares@CruzCompanies.com
On Saturday, June 4, Boston residents came together for the First Annual Cruz C.A.R.E.S. Walkathon, traveling a 3-mile route through Franklin Park to raise awareness and funds to support summer jobs for youth in Roxbury, Dorchester and Mattapan.
