Have you noticed your child feeling down or depressed? If you have a female child between the ages of 14-18 who is feeling down, depressed, or experiences little pleasure, she may qualify to participate in this research study. Your child can earn up to $299 and receive a picture of her brain.
Researchers at McLean Hospital are investigating factors that put young individuals at risk for depression. By participating, you and your child can help them better understand, prevent, and treat adolescent depression. Teens will answer questions about their thoughts and feelings. Teen will also undergo an fMRI brain scan. Parent permission is required for teens under 18. If you are interested, fill out our survey linked here, <a href="https://redcap.link/teenstress" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://redcap.link/teenstress</a> or contact Emily at (617) 855-4245 or via email <a href="mailto:teenbrain@mclean.harvard.edu" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">teenbrain@mclean.harvard.edu</a>

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The 16th annual Allston Village Street Fair Festival - Boston's Hippest Multicultural Festival - September 27th - 12:00p.m. - 6:00p.m. - Harvard Avenue in Allston from Brighton Ave. to Cambridge St.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 
ARE YOU READY FOR THIS!&nbsp;Join Us, on 6 City Blocks of Harvard Ave. in Allston for 6 Hours of Non-Stop, All-Ages, Family-Friendly, Interactive Activities, Stage and Street Performances, a Public Street Mural Area, over 80 Arts/Crafts and Information Vendors, the AVSF Festival's Food Court surrounded by Allston's Multitude of International Restaurants and Cafes, Promotional Giveaways, and Much, Much, More!&nbsp;The Allston Village Street Fair Festival is always Admission FREE, Full of Surprises, and FUN!!! Hope to See You There!&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; The AVSF Festival is Produced By: The PCBG, Inc. 501(c)(3)&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; www.allstonvillagestreetfair.com @allstonvsffestival

Local Event:  16th annual FREE 6 block Allston Village Street Fair Festival

 16th annual FREE 6 block Allston Village...

The 16th annual Allston Village Street Fair Festival - Boston's Hippest Multicultural Festival - September 27th - 12:00p.m. -...

 16th annual FREE 6 block Allston Village Street Fair Festival

Scandinavian Cultural Center & Library

Join the 18+ community choir that ONLY sings rock music! No auditions! Fall season starts Monday, September 28, 7pm, at the Scandinavian Cultural Center and Library. Director Adam Bernstein will have you making music in no time, whether you can read music or not. This fall our theme is “Horn Bands from the 60’s, 70’s &amp; 80’s”, including Earth Wind &amp; Fire, Chicago, Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, Tower of Power, Gloria Estefan, Paul Simon, Gladys Knight, Toto, Steely Dan, and even a tribute to the late Dolly Parton.&nbsp;Come try it out risk-free! Find your voice. Feed your spirit. Make new friends. For more information, visit our website RockVoices.com

Local Event: Join Rock Voices, the community choir that ONLY sings rock music!

Join Rock Voices, the community choir that ONLY...

Join the 18+ community choir that ONLY sings rock music! No auditions! Fall season starts Monday, September 28, 7pm, at the...

Join Rock Voices, the community choir that ONLY sings rock music!

Robbins Library

This memoir by local author Sandra Mahaniah got its start in a popular Arlington Community Education class taught by Lissa Franz. The book chronicles her life in Congo where she worked as an English teacher, office manager, grant writer and editor of educational books for a nonprofit devoted to rural development. 4.9 stars on Amazon!

Local Event: BOOK LAUNCH: Calling the Rain: Memoir of an American Woman in Congo

BOOK LAUNCH: Calling the Rain: Memoir of an...

This memoir by local author Sandra Mahaniah got its start in a popular Arlington Community Education class taught by Lissa...

BOOK LAUNCH: Calling the Rain: Memoir of an American Woman in Congo

The First Parish in Cambridge, Unitarian Universalist

Join the 18+ community choir that ONLY sings rock music! No auditions! Fall season starts Thursday, October 1, 7pm, at First Parish in Cambridge. Director Adam Bernstein will have you making music in no time, whether you can read music or not. This fall our theme is “Horn Bands from the 60’s, 70’s &amp; 80’s”, including Earth Wind &amp; Fire, Chicago, Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, Tower of Power, Gloria Estefan, Paul Simon, Gladys Knight, Toto, Steely Dan, and even a tribute to the late Dolly Parton.&nbsp;Come try it out risk-free! Find your voice. Feed your spirit. Make new friends. For more information, visit our website RockVoices.com

Join the 18+ community choir that ONLY sings rock music! No auditions! Fall season starts Thursday, October 1, 7pm, at First...

Spellman Museum of Stamps & Postal History

Join NobleSpirit at the Spellman Museum for a special Appraisal Roadshow and discover the stories — and potential value — behind the items you’ve collected, inherited, or tucked away over the years.
Guests are invited to bring a wide variety of collectibles and historical material for evaluation, including stamps, coins, paper money, gold &amp; silver jewelry, space &amp; aerospace memorabilia, vintage technology and computing, signed material and autographs, cryptology and code-related artifacts, pop culture collectibles, and historical artifacts.
Whether you’ve inherited a collection, are downsizing, settling an estate, or simply want to learn more about an unusual item, our specialists will be available to help identify, evaluate, and provide insight into what you have.
There is no obligation to sell. For items or collections that may be a good fit for the marketplace, information will also be available about consignment opportunities and upcoming live auctions.
Bring your albums, boxes, collections, documents, memorabilia, and curiosities — you may be surprised by what you have.
Saturday, October 3
10am - 4pm 
Spellman Museum of Stamps &amp; Postal History 
Weston, Massachusetts Reserve your appointment today at:
<a href="https://www.noblespirit.com/roadshow" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">noblespirit.com/roadshow</a>

Local Event: Coins, Stamps & Collectibles: Free Appraisal Day at the Spellman Museum

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Coins, Stamps & Collectibles: Free Appraisal...

Join NobleSpirit at the Spellman Museum for a special Appraisal Roadshow and discover the stories — and potential value —...

Coins, Stamps & Collectibles: Free Appraisal Day at the Spellman Museum

Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts - Headquarters/Office

Start the new Girl Scouting year off strong with an epic day of exploration, adventure, and discovery! <img alt="🔥" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t50/1/16/1f525.png"><img alt="🎨" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t82/1/16/1f3a8.png"><img alt="🚀" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/tc6/1/16/1f680.png">Girl Scouts, family, and friends will unlock a whole new world of program possibilities through engaging STEM activities, fireside treats, arts and crafts, archery (grades 2 and up), empowering entrepreneurship activities, outdoor adventures, and more! <img alt="💚" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t94/1/16/1f49a.png">This is a family event; all are welcome to participate. Participants can check in anytime between 1 PM and 4 PM. Adult supervision required. Patch included.Save with early registration! After September 27, per-person registration increases by $5. Partial financial assistance is available for GSEMA youth members.Questions or need assistance registering? Contact customercare@gsema.org

Local Event: Girl Scout Kickoff

Girl Scout Kickoff

Start the new Girl Scouting year off strong with an epic day of exploration, adventure, and discovery! Girl Scouts, family, and...

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You may not expect a community so deeply academic to be so warm and welcoming, but Commonwealth contains multitudes—just like you. 
Are you interested in applying&nbsp;for the 2027–2028&nbsp;school year? <a href="https://www.commschool.org/admissions-aid/admissions-events/registration" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Come to our Virtual Open House</a> to hear from current students and faculty, learn about different areas of school life, and discover all that makes Commonwealth so uncommon.
You will&nbsp;get a real sense of the Commonwealth experience and what your future here might be like:
<ul><li>Connect with inquisitive current students and friendly faculty</li><li>Learn about different areas of school life</li><li>Get answers to your admissions and financial aid questions</li><li>And much more…</li></ul>
Please register to reserve your spot. Both&nbsp;students and parents/primary caregivers are welcome to join us.
We cannot wait to meet you!

Local Event: Commonwealth School Virtual Open House

Commonwealth School Virtual Open House

You may not expect a community so deeply academic to be so warm and welcoming, but Commonwealth contains multitudes—just like...

Learn all about Accessory Dwelling Units and Your Home at this free workshop. We'll cover planning, building and renting an ADU in MA.
Thinking about adding extra living space to your property? Curious about accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in Massachusetts? Whether you plan to convert a basement or attic, construct a detached unit, or renovate an existing in-law suite, this workshop covers important factors to consider before starting your ADU project.
Led by local Realtor Jennifer Keenan, this informative workshop equips both first-time homeowners and seasoned real estate owners with practical guidance to plan, construct, finance, and manage an ADU.
Key takeaways include:
<ul><li>Legal definitions and statutory requirements governing ADUs</li><li>Building codes and design considerations</li><li>Estimated project costs and available financing solutions</li><li>Current market rental rates in the Greater Boston area</li><li>Helpful resources for staying informed on evolving local regulations and public policy</li></ul>
This workshop is completely free, open to the public, and involves no sales pitch or obligation.
WHILE THIS WORKSHOP IS BEING HELD IN MEDFORD, IT IS NOT MEDFORD SPECIFIC.
Presented by Jennifer M. Keenan, Realtor, 4Squares Residential Group at Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest (MA Real Estate Sales License #009513152 | Keller Williams Realty Brokerage License #7995) and Kevin Greeley, Senior Loan Officer, Leader Bank (NMLS #449250 | NMLS MLO #38403).

Local Event: Intro to ADUs

Intro to ADUs

Learn all about Accessory Dwelling Units and Your Home at this free workshop. We'll cover planning, building and renting an ADU...

Brookline Senior Center

Join the 18+ community choir that ONLY sings rock music! No auditions! Fall season starts Tuesday, October 6, 7pm, at Brookline Senior Center. Director Eric Tarlin will have you making music in no time, whether you can read music or not. This fall our theme is “Horn Bands from the 60’s, 70’s &amp; 80’s”, including Earth Wind &amp; Fire, Chicago, Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, Tower of Power, Gloria Estefan, Paul Simon, Gladys Knight, Toto, Steely Dan, and even a tribute to the late Dolly Parton.&nbsp;Come try it out risk-free! Find your voice. Feed your spirit. Make new friends. For more information, visit our website RockVoices.com

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Providing a full continuum of care at our four beautiful properties in Somerville including Senior Living and Rest Home level of care as well as Homecare. All of our Residences offer private, spacious rooms and apartments in immaculately maintained, fully handicapped-accessible facilities . When people view our beautiful Highland Avenue Rest Home situated on 4 acres of landscaped property, as well as our Lowell Street residence located next to the Community Pathway and our independent housing at Alewife Brook Parkway along the Mystic River, they consistently say that we’re a hidden gem in the heart of Greater Boston bordering Cambridge, Arlington, Lexington, Winchester, Belmont, Medford, Waltham, Woburn and Somerville. “The Visiting Nurses have been bringing care into people’s homes for over a hundred years… now we provide a home as well.” – Linda S Cornell RN, President / CEO If you or someone you know needs a helping hand, come see what life is like at Visiting Nurses Senior Living Communities, we know you’ll be delighted. If you or someone you know needs help at home — call us …we are here to help!

Providing a full continuum of care at our four beautiful properties in Somerville including Senior Living and Rest Home level of care as well as...

RARE Restoration

RARE Restoration (now in Newton) is a full-scale repair and restoration service specializing primarily in furniture and lighting, though we’re happy to restore treasures of any kind - valuable or sentimental. From seat weaving to refinishing, from carving to rewiring, our team of experts will help bring your belongings back into tip-top shape.”

RARE Restoration (now in Newton) is a full-scale repair and restoration service specializing primarily in furniture and lighting, though we’re...

Insurcomm Restoration

After everything goes wrong, you deserve the confidence and comfort of everything going right. Insurcomm Restoration is your trusted local partner for full-service property damage restoration — from emergency response and mitigation through complete reconstruction, all under one roof. For over 30 years, we've helped homeowners, businesses, municipalities, and insurance carriers recover from water damage, fire and smoke, mold, biohazard incidents, and catastrophic events. Our Services: • Water Damage Cleanup &amp; Mitigation • Fire &amp; Smoke Damage Restoration • Mold Remediation • Biohazard &amp; Environmental Cleanup • Contents Cleaning &amp; Restoration • Full Reconstruction &amp; Rebuild • 24/7 Catastrophe Response Why Insurcomm: • 24/7 Emergency Help Line — fast response when minutes matter • IICRC-Certified Professionals delivering precision craftsmanship • Dedicated project management with a single point of contact • Clear, transparent communication from first notice of loss to final walkthrough • Trusted by national and regional insurers for day-to-day claims and complex losses Insurcomm is a Fortify Company, a national property protection platform with 100+ markets nationwide. Locally rooted, nationally backed. Call our 24-hour response line: (844) 424-9283

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After everything goes wrong, you deserve the confidence and comfort of everything going right. Insurcomm Restoration is your trusted local partner...

Boston Construct, LLC

Project Planner and Home Renovator MA CSL #75620 / HIC Reg. #217093 Home Additions, Whole House Renovations, Home Building, ADU's Expanding the kitchen? No problem.

Project Planner and Home Renovator MA CSL #75620 / HIC Reg. #217093 Home Additions, Whole House Renovations, Home Building, ADU's Expanding the...

🌱 Patch AM: Hear strings and support the...

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🌱 Patch AM: Hear strings and support the Watertown Food Pantry next weekend

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Powerful Nor'easter Causes Flooding And...

Tens of millions of people were in the path of the nor'easter that has caused flooding, power outages and flight cancellations.

Powerful Nor'easter Causes Flooding And Cancellations In Massachusetts

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🌱 Patch AM: What did Watertown’s Zoning Board...

Spotted on the Watertown calendar: Boston Funny Live at The Royal Sonesta – Tony V & Christine Hurley

🌱 Patch AM: What did Watertown’s Zoning Board just approve with conditions?

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Coffee Shop ‘Laptop Squatters’ Can Overstay...

Readers draw the line at empty cups, scarce seats and hours of free Wi-Fi. Some say an hour is plenty; others say the bill matters more.

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5 Food Deals To Try This Week In MA: Cheap Eats

Bay State diners can save on pizza, burgers, prime rib and more across the state this week.

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McLean Hospital Study on Stress, Mood, and the Brain. Earn up to $594!

16th annual FREE 6 block Allston Village Street Fair Festival

Join Rock Voices, the community choir that ONLY sings rock music!

BOOK LAUNCH: Calling the Rain: Memoir of an American Woman in Congo

Join Rock Voices, the community choir that ONLY sings rock music!

Coins, Stamps & Collectibles: Free Appraisal Day at the Spellman Museum

Girl Scout Kickoff

Commonwealth School Virtual Open House

Intro to ADUs

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