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Back Bay	The Back Bay, once a stagnant pool of water behind the Public Garden, now holds some of the most exclusive real estate in Boston. A stroll down Newbury St. will take you from high fashion to hip ice cream parlors, and a walk back up Commonwealth Ave. will let you take in some of the most elegant townhouses in the city. With its rows of historic homes and a vibrant commercial district to boot, Back Bay is an elegant and exciting place to live. More information on Back Bay

Brighton	Brighton, like neighboring Allston, was home to agricultural plots and stock- yards in post-colonial days. The extension of street car lines in the 1800s, however, encouraged residential growth, and soon houses and apartments were built across the neighborhood. Unlike Allston today, Brighton is fairly quiet, especially at night. The neighborhood, which is primarily populated by graduate students, young professionals and families, consists of an intricate network of streets lined with houses and small apartment buildings. Local family businesses mix with national chains of pharmacies and banks along Brighton's main drag, Washington St, which runs straight through Brighton Center to Oak Square. More information on Brighton.

Charlestown	The traditional home of employees at the now-decommissioned Navy Yard, Charlestown has experienced a shift in its population and industry. The Navy Yard, a National Historic landmark, has been converted to residential and office space, and an increasing number of young professionals are joining the families who have lived in the area for years. These newcomers are discovering Charlestown's renovated rowhouses and its accessibility to downtown Boston and the North End. Many residents walk to work in downtown or simply down to the nearby waterfront, both of which are only five minutes away. More information on Charlestown.

Chinatown	Chinatown may have been built on a landfill, but you'd never know it while walking around this neighborhood. What identifies this area of the city is the truly mixed uses of land. Residential properties co-exist with family owned and operated businesses, local institutions and, of course, some of the best Chinese restaurants in the country. With four community murals and old ads still adorning the sides of brick buildings, a walk through Chinatown is a cultural and historical journey through the past. Chinatown is also unique in how accessible it is to residents and visitors alike with several nearby MBTA stations and major roadways. More information on Chinatown

Dorchester	Dorchester is Boston's largest neighborhood and also its oldest, founded a few months before the city itself. The neighborhoods historical diversity is exhibited in its architecture, from the old Victorian homes of wealthy Bostonians to the multi-family dwellings of later groups of immigrants. Today, Dorchester retains its diversity. Its main thoroughfare, Dorchester Avenue, connects many close- knit neighborhoods and thriving commercial districts of all kinds. Dorchester is also home to the University of Massachusetts at Boston and the John F. Kennedy Library. More information on Dorchester

East Boston	A lot of neighborhoods claim to be diverse, but East Boston is the real deal. East Boston has always been a neighborhood of immigrants and in recent years it has become home to people from all over South and Central America as well as South East Asia, Haiti and Eastern Europe. Though it is well known as home to the airport, East Boston is full of wonderful stores and restaurants representing its different ethnic groups. Long-time Italian restaurants stand next to Brazilian cafes. Its housing is a mix of historic and new, with many three deckers lining its streets. In recent years, homeowners have been restoring the historic homes of the area to their former glory. More information on East Boston.

Fenway/Kenmore	The Fenway is a unique neighborhood with cultural and recreational attractions as well as educational and medical facilities. Home of the famous Fenway Park ballfield, the area also features the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum and the Museum of Fine Arts. Harvard Medical School, Simmons College, Northeastern University, Massachusetts College of Art, Wheelock and Emmanuel College make the neighborhood a popular choice for students, faculty and artists. The Fenway borders Boston's hospital district with its renowned Beth Israel, Children's Hospitals and the Dana Farber Cancer Institute. More information on Fenway Kenmore.

Hyde Park	Hyde Park is a true merger of city life and suburban life. Hyde Park prides itself on its tremendous amount of useful, open space including the George Wright Golf Course, but it also retains the Cities character in its people and community institutions. Hyde Park is also the place Boston Mayor Thomas Menino calls home. More information on Hyde Park

Jamaica Plain	Only three miles from the center of downtown, Jamaica Plain, located along Boston's extensive planned park system, is ideal for those seeking a suburban atmosphere close to the city. Arnold Arboretum, complete with a botanical garden, open landscape, and beautiful Jamaica Pond, first built in 1795, enhance the quality of life as well as the recreational opportunities for residents living here. Diversity is the strength of JP, to which it is lovingly referred by residents. Every ethnicity, socio-economic stratum, and sexual orientation is well represented in this neighborhood sandwiched primarily between Roxbury and Brookline. More information on Jamaica Plain.

Mattapan	Mattapan was annexed to Boston in 1870 as part of Dorchester. Like other neighborhoods of the time, Mattapan developed as the railroads and streetcars made downtown Boston accessible. Predominately residential, Mattapan is home to a mix of single homes as well as two and three family houses. Mattapan Square, where Blue Hill Avenue, River Street, and Cummins Highway meet, is the commercial heart of the neighborhood. More information on Mattapan.

Mission Hill	Once filled with farms and most of the breweries in Boston, Mission Hill today is an architectural landmark district with a combination of freestanding houses built by early wealthy landowners, blocks of traditional brick rowhouses, and many three deckers. Many families and some students and staff from the nearby Longwood Medical Area come to Mission Hill for the affordable rents. A diverse community in proximity to downtown, Mission Hill offers its residents an excellent view of the city from an historic neighborhood. More information on Mission Hill.

North End	How many other big cities can boast having a neighborhood where residents walk the streets, visiting local fruit stores, butcher shops and corner markets for their groceries? The North End is most famous for its plethora of Italian restaurants and strong ties to Italian roots. With a different Italian Festival every weekend throughout the summer, there rarely is a dull moment in the North End. Need another selling point? The North End is considered one of the safest neighborhoods in Boston. More information on North End

Roslindale	Roslindale, sometimes referred to as "Rosinopoulos" by residents for its large Greek population, began as a classic street car suburb. Today, one of the most unique characteristics of the area is the sheer number of people from all races, backgrounds and countries who call Roslindale home. Roslindale Square, the heart of the neighborhood, is the subject of a National Trust for Historic Preservation Main Street award. It is considered to be an example of the value of historic and aesthetic preservation in economic revitalization . More information on Roslindale

Roxbury	A drive through Roxbury is both a history lesson and a tour of a modern urban neighborhood. One of the oldest neighborhoods in Boston, Roxbury has long thrived on its proximity to downtown while retaining its neighborhood qualities. Home to a great number of parks, schools and churches, a visitor can see Boston's history in the architecture and landmarks of the neighborhood. At the same time, Roxbury is a thriving community with a multitude of housing options and a variety of ethnic shops. More information on Roxbury.

South Boston	If the dictionary had a listing for neighborhood pride, there would be a picture of South Boston next to it. Its residents are famous in town for their love of and loyalty for their neighborhood. And it's no wonder. Southie boasts miles of beaches and waterfront parks that culminate in Castle Island. There, visitors can enjoy the Revolutionary War era fort, get a bite to eat at Sullivans, play in the playground, fish off the pier, or simply take a stroll. South Boston is densely populated known for three deckers and rowhouses, there are single family homes in the neighborhood too. It is also home to a great variety of bars and pubs and, more recently has been the location for some new restaurants. Year round, a visitor can find residents strolling up and down Broadway doing their shopping and greeting their neighbors. More information on South Boston

South End	The South End, with its blocks of Victorian brick row houses, upscale restaurants, and art galleries, is swiftly becoming one of the most popular places to live in Boston. Many of the row houses underwent renovation starting in the 1960s, and today the neighborhood is filled with a diverse mix of families, young professionals, a gay and lesbian community and a thriving artistic center. Trendy restaurants brush shoulders with coffee shops and Mom & Pop grocery stores along Tremont Street and its side streets all the way down to Washington Street (link to Wash. Main Streets), which is experiencing an artistic revival - a significant number of artists are moving in, and galleries are cropping up around the area to show their works. More information on South End.

West End	The West End, considerably impacted by Urban Renewal of the 1970s, is a small but significant community tucked behind Beacon Hill. Historically an ethnically diverse and vibrant neighborhood, the West End today is economically anchored by Massachusetts General Hospital. More information on West End.

	The Boston Public Schools (BPS) serves more than 56,000 pre-kindergarten through Grade 12 students in 135 schools. For a list of schools by their grade Click Here To go to the Boston Public Schools Website Click Here

	http://www.cityofboston.gov/ The City of Boston website is the most extensive website I have ever seen. It is divided into tabs for 'Online Services', 'Residents', 'Business', 'Visitors', 'Students' & 'Government'. The left side devotes itself to 'City Department', 'Service Requests' & 'Job Postings'. On the right side you will find the 'City Events Calendar', The 'City Council', and 'News and Press Releases'. There is nothing you cannot do or find out in this website. There is a recent addition of a blackberry and Iphone application.

	City of Boston Tax Rate Taxpayers who own and occupy their home can save on their tax bill by having a portion of their tax bill exempted from taxation. To qualify for the residential exemption, homeowners must own and occupy their home on January 1. Learn how to apply and how much you save. Boston Residential Exemption

	From Arts and Crafts to Exhibits and Social Networking the City Calendar has it all. Click here to see for yourself.

	Faneuil Hall Marketplace, near the Waterfront, is the most unique section of Boston. A Mecca of shops and specialty pushcarts, 17 restaurants and outdoor cafes, including 36 indoor vendors inside the Quincy Market Colonnade. You can always find street performers with a large group of onlookers around them. Jugglers, clowns, magicians, mimes and musicians are regular performers during the summer months. More information on Faneuil Hall Marketplace

	Free (and almost free) things to do in Boston......... Did you know that you can go to the Museum of Fine Arts for free on Wednesday nights? Check out our list of free and discounted activities. Click Here and Click Here