The Bulletin Board is your place to find classes, ongoing programs, job listings, local contests, scholarships, and other opportunities. Events (one time & unique happenings) are also posted on the calendar. You may submit a post to the bulletin board here.
COVID-19 Pediatric Vaccination – Special Schedule during February Vacation Week / Vacunas contra COVID-19 para niños – Calendario especial durante las vacaciones de Febrero
Chelsea/ Revere Family Network February Calendar
GreenRoots Community Member Spotlight
We’re continuing our Community Member Spotlight this week by highlighting the stories of GreenRoots leaders on the front lines of climate change and organizing for climate and environmental justice.
Storytelling is sharing a reality and a piece of you with someone else. We welcome you to share your reality with us by emailing SaraA@greenrootschelsea.org!
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Samantha is an incredible 15-year-old youth leader and a sophomore at Chelsea High! She loves her community and is passionate about access to affordable housing and keeping families together in Chelsea.
Learn more about Neris and Samantha’s stories by checking out our Health Equity Report!
Join Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley Councilor Mejia & BSAC for a Student Town Hall
#MA7 students, we’re hosting a student town hall on February 15th @ 6pm EST! We will be joined by @juliaforboston & @BSACbuzz to discuss student concerns regarding COVID-19 protocols, mental health, & student’s experiences. Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_8NaK6ltUQlKXmuih3v_1Ig
Rapid Tests for Revere Residents
IMPORTANT / THIS WEEK:
- COVID-19 UPDATES: Cases are rising in Revere & the state.
- Jan 16, 2022: CDC recommends that everyone 5 years and older get their primary series of COVID-19 vaccines and receive a booster dose when eligible. Read more about it here.
- FREE RAPID TESTS!
- At-home COVID-19 tests available for Revere residents ONLY
- Mondays & Thursdays starting Feb 14 – details here.
- Free Store & Menstrual Products – SATURDAY
- Feb 12th @ 10 AM – 1 PM, details here.
- Take what you need, leave what you don’t!
- Life Sciences Apprenticeship Program
- Are you interested in working in biotechnology?
- More info here!
- IZ Virtual Focus Groups: Affordable Housing
- Feb 22 & Feb 24 – opportunity to win $50
- Learn about housing resources & share your thoughts!
- Sign-up info here in English & Spanish.
- Senior Water & Sewer Discount Program
- Apply by September 1 — for Revere residents 65+
- Application & Eligibility Guidelines
City / ROTM Updates
- February Vaccination Clinics
- Every Tuesday, Wednesday, Sunday – no appointment needed!
- NEW: Free at-home COVID-19 tests with vaccination
- Revere residents ONLY / while supplies last
- Find location / time & more details here.
- COVID-19 PCR Testing Option – restarts Feb 11
- Appointment only: Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays @ 1 – 6 PM
- For city employees / Revere residents ONLY — details here.
- NEW: Order free at-home tests!
- Wednesday Night Food Pantry 6:15 – 8 PM
- Location: 200 Winthrop Ave, Revere
- OPEN TO ALL, translated flyer here.
- Food for Free Thursdays
- every Thursday, 3 – 6 PM (while supplies last)
- Location: 200 Winthrop Ave, Revere
- NOTE: Must meet Federal 2021 Household Income Guidelines.
- Revere Farmers Market 2022
- Join us every Friday from June 3 – Oct 28!
- Want to become a vendor? More info here.
Other City Departments
- PARKS & REC – Main page
- 2022 Winter/Spring Events & Programs
- Now accepting Summer Job applications here!
- Revere Public Library Resources & Events
- Main webpage here.
- Revere Public Schools
COVID-19 Resources
- City Updates / Vaccination & Testing info
- How To Use COVID-19 Self – Test Kits
- COVID-19 Booster FAQ
- Info here in English, Spanish, Arabic, Portuguese.
- Get reimbursed for COVID tests!
- More info in English, Spanish, Arabic, Portuguese.
- Food Resource Hotline – Translated flyers here.
- SNAP Food Assistance Benefits
- What is SNAP? Translated info here.
- For help with SNAP applications, email Britney at bsao@revere.org
- Housing / Workforce Development:
- Housing Assistance Resources found here.
- Mortgage Assistance Application here.
- Want to volunteer? Click here!
- Open jobs / work opportunities here.
- VaxAbilities offers disability-friendly vaccination events – please share!
Learning Share
- Free COVID-19 Rapid Tests for Residents (while supplies last)
- Massachusetts to send $500 to 500,000 low-income workers
- Health Board Recommends Masks in All Indoor Spaces
Community Happenings
- Revere Senior Center officially re-opened!
- Location: 25 Winthrop Ave, Revere
- Events coming up!
- FREE Citizenship Classes – starts 2/14
- Open to any lawful permanent resident who wants to become a US citizen.
- Classes will be online via Zoom, Feb 14 – April 4, details here.
- Revere REC: Feb. Vacation Events
- Feb 22 – Character Breakfast
- Feb 23 – Art Camp
- Feb 24 – Snow Tubing Field Trip
- Registration details here.
- Free 2021 Tax Preparation
- ESOL Classes for Adults
- English language classes, Feb 28 – May 12
- Classes will be online via Zoom & in-person! Details here.
- Neighborhood Pods / Ward Groups
- Are you interested in getting to know your neighbors?
- Want to get connected to local events & resources?
- Join on Facebook!
Recipe for this week! Chenna Masala
ZUMIX- Big Worlds show
February Line-up:
Music: DJ Troy Frost, Camarie “Biggie” Jones, Seefour, Cakeswagg
Environments: Maria from Digital Soup
Lights: Brighter Boston
Vendors: Dose of Osa, Aldea Maya, Beaded Inspiration, One Piece @ a Time, In Your Ears Records
COVID-19 Home Test Kit Distro
The City of Chelsea will make available COVID-19 Home Test Kit for Chelsea residents for free. The COVID-19 Home Test Kit distribution will be next Tuesday, February 8, from 1:00 pm to 6:30 pm at City Hall (500 Broadway). First-come, first-serve for Chelsea Residents only. Proof of residency is required. Maximum of 4 kits per household.
La Ciudad de Chelsea pondrá a disposición de los residentes de Chelsea pruebas rápidas de COVID-19 de forma gratuita. La distribución de los kit de prueba para el hogar COVID-19 será el próximo martes 8 de febrero, de 1:00pm a 6:30 p. m. en City Hall (500 Broadway). Por orden de llegada, solo para residentes de Chelsea. Máximo de 4 kits por hogar. Se va a requerir prueba de vivir en Chelsea.
Announcing 2022 Winter Camp Free Activities All Week!
Back for the 7th year, we are pleased to present Winter Camp, a week of free, fun opportunities during February school vacation. Come join us at any of the events listed below. Please note that some activities may require advance registration. Click here to visit our website and learn more about Winter Camp 2022!