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A roundup of events, deadlines and other items related to Braintree today.Plenty of firsts today in history: The first passenger railroad in the U.S. opened in 1830 in Maryland; the Brooklyn Bridge first opened in 1883; the first MLB game played at night happened at Cincinnati's Crosley Field against the Phillies; trans-Atlantic Concorde service opened to Washington; and in 2001, the Democrats gained control of the Senate for the first time since 1994 (kudos NYTimes). 1. The Special Education Parent Advisory Council meets at 11:45 a.m. at the Special Services Office at Braintree High School. 2. The Housing Authority meets at 7:30 a.m. at 25 Roosevelt St. 3. Today …
On this day in 1934, the famous bank robber pair Bonnie and Clyde were shot by police in an ambush in Bienville Parish, La. Then, many years later, in 2005, the world froze in front of its collective televisions for a brief few days in the aftermath of Tom Cruise's couch jumping episode on The Oprah Winfrey Show. 1. Archbishop Williams High School graduation is at 6 p.m. this evening at the school on Independence Avenue. 2. The Braintree Art Association meets at Thayer Public Library from 6:30 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. in the Logan Auditorium. 3. Thayer Library also hosts "Read and Rise!" It is a 6 …
Born on this day in history: Sherlock Holmes author Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (1859), conservative oil tycoon T. Boone Pickens (1928), gay rights activist Harvey Milk (1930), MLB pitcher famous for his surgery, Tommy John (1943) and English singer Morrissey (1959). 1. Braintree High School senior final exams start today and run through Friday. 2. The Board of Assessors meets at 5 p.m. in the upstairs Johnson Chambers at Town Hall. 3. The Braintree Rehabilitation Hospital hosts free Balance Training and Fall Prevention Screenings today at 5:30 p.m. More info: http://braintree.patch.com/events/…
Born on this day in history: comedian and U.S. Senator Al Franken (1951), Mr. T (1952), and rapper Notorious B.I.G. (1972). 1. Today is the last day of school for Braintree High School seniors. 2. The Town Council meets at 7:30 p.m. in the auditorium at Town Hall. The agenda includes a vote on a Braintree meals tax, the creation of a stabilization fund for Blue Hills Regional School and various spending items, including the capital plan and the Town Clerk's vital records project. 3. The Braintree Contributory Retirement Board meets at 10 a.m. on the second floor of 74 Pond St. 4. "Job Search …
Born on this day in history: Dolley Madison, wife of the fourth U.S. president (1768), philosopher John Stuart Mill (1806), singer Joe Cocker (1944), singer/actress Cher (1946), actor Bronson Pinchot (1959), rapper Busta Rhymes (1972) and Patrick Ewing Jr. (1984). 1. The School Building Committee meets at 5 p.m. at the Colbert School on Pond St. Among the agenda items is reviewing short-term and long-term solutions to school space needs. 2. The Community Preservation Committee meets at 7 p.m. in the upstairs Johnson Chambers at Town Hall. 3. The Board of Library Trustees meets at 7 p.m. in …
Today in 1954 was a huge day for educational and racial progress in the United States. The U.S. Supreme Court unanimously voted to outlaw racial segregation in public schools, making unconstitutional the the school systems of 21 states and the District of Columbia. The court's decision overturned the "separate but equal" mandate set in 1896. 1. Today is Alumni Day for seniors at Braintree High School. "The guidance department will be hosting its annual Alumni Day. We have invited members of last year's graduating class to return to BHS so that they can share their experiences regarding …
On May 16, 1920 Joan of Arc was canonized. Joan, who lived and died in the 15th century, came from a small farming family and never learned to read or write, according to the the Catholic Encyclopedia. She eventually led the French army to victories and claimed she had visions from God of reclaiming England. This led to her being burned at the stake at age 19 after being captured and sold to the English. She is now a Patron Saint of France. 1. Thayer Public Library is hosting "Raising Healthy Children in an Uncertain World" from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the Logan Auditorium. "During these …
Born on this day in history: Prescott Bush (1895), painter Jasper Johns (1930), Fox News President Roger Ailes (1940), former Cowboys running back Emmitt Smith (1969) and Red Sox pitcher Josh Beckett (1980). 1. There is a Braintree High School Instrumental Concert at 7:30 p.m. 2. The Committee on Ways & Means meets tonight as part of its ongoing budget review process. Full schedule here: http://braintree.patch.com/articles/braintree-s-fiscal-year-2014-budget-review-schedule Tonight: Departmental Call Backs – 6:30 p.m. 3. Thayer Public Library hosts Storytime for Ages 3 to 5 at 10 a.m. and 1 p…
On this day in history: Louis XIV became King of France at age 4 (1643), in 1804, the Lewis and Clark expedition left St. Louis, the first U.S. Olympic Games started in 1904 in St. Louis, and in 1998 Frank Sinatra died. 1. The Board of License Commissioners meets at 2 p.m. on the lower level of Town Hall. The agenda includes: a request by Coastal Vineyards of Dartmouth and Lexington Consulting Group of Lincoln for special farm winery licenses for the Braintree Farmers Market, and a public hearing on Wasabi at the South Shore Plaza asking for a wine and malt license. 2. Braintree High School …
In 1914 on this day, Joe Louis was born. He was heavyweight boxing champion for a record 12 straight years and successfully defended his title 25 times. Also born on May 13 were U.S. Sen. Mike Gravel (1930), actor Harvey Keitel (1939), Stevie Wonder (1950) and comedian Stephen Colbert (1964). 1. The Town of Braintree and the Delta Masonic Lodge are hosting an American Red Cross Blood Drive today from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. at 403R Washington St. Everyone who donates blood will receive a Braintree/Boston Strong T-shirt while supplies last. More information at: http://braintree.patch.com/articles/…
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On May 10, 1924, President Calvin Coolidge appointed J. Edgar Hoover to head the Bureau of Investigation, the predecessor of the FBI. Hoover's term spanned five decades and eight U.S. presidents. 1. There are a ton of Braintree High School sports today, including lacrosse, tennis, baseball, softball and volleyball. For a full schedule, go to http://schedules.schedulestar.com/Braintree-High-School-Braintree-MA/5day/05-08-2013/ 2. Remember there is a Rabies Clinic - Saturday, May 11 at Town Hall | 10 am - 12 noon | Vaccination fee $12 | Town Clerk's Office will be open to obtain dog license $10…
Former U.S. Attorney General John Ashcroft was born today in 1942, along with Billy Joel (1949), MLB player Tony Gwynn (1960), rapper Ghostface Killah (1970), former White House press secretary Dana Perino (1972) and actress Rosario Dawson (1979). 1. The Committee on Ways & Means meets tonight as part of its ongoing budget review process. Full schedule here: http://braintree.patch.com/articles/braintree-s-fiscal-year-2014-budget-review-schedule Tonight: Revenue Forecast Overview – 6:30 p.m. Finance Programs – 7 p.m. Police – 7:30 p.m. Fire – 8:15 p.m. 2. The Braintree High School Choral …
Born on this day in history: Harry Truman (1884), comedian Don Rickles (1926) and former Steelers coach Bill Cowher (1957). 1. The Committee on Ways & Means meets tonight as part of its ongoing budget review process. Full schedule here: http://braintree.patch.com/articles/braintree-s-fiscal-year-2014-budget-review-schedule Tonight: Planning and Community Development – 6:30 p.m. Municipal Licenses and Inspections – 7:15 p.m. Blue Hill Regional – 7:45 p.m. Education – 8:15 p.m. Town Council – 9 p.m. 2. The Middle School and Braintree High School Jazz Band Concert is at BHS at 7 p.m. this …
Born on this day in history: Philosopher David Hume (1711), actor Gary Cooper (1901), journalist Tim Russert (1950) and comedian Doug Benson (1964). 1. The Committee on Ways & Means meets tonight as part of its ongoing budget review process. Full schedule here: http://braintree.patch.com/articles/braintree-s-fiscal-year-2014-budget-review-schedule Tonight: Law Department – 6:30 p.m. Department of Elder Affairs – 6:45 p.m. Human Resources – 7 p.m. Town Clerk – 7:30 p.m. Library – 7:45 p.m. Mayor's Office – 8 p.m. Capital Budget – 8:30 p.m. 2. Senior Progress Reports are due today at Braintree …
Hindenburg, the infamous exploding dirigible, crashed in New Jersey on this day in 1937, killing 36 of the 97 people on it. In 1856 Sigmund Freud was born. In 1915, Babe Ruth hit his first of 714 home runs. On the same day, director/actor Orson Welles was born. On May 6, 1994, Paula Jones filed a lawsuit against then President Bill Clinton allegeding sexual harassment. 1. The School Committee meets at 7 p.m. at the Colbert School on Pond Street. The agenda includes: a budget presentation by state lawmakers, approval of middle and high school summer programs and an end-of-year financial report…
On this day in 1936, Joe DiMaggio made his MLB debut with the Yankees. Washington, DC was incorporated in 1802. Sports announcer Greg Gumbel was born (1946), along with folk singer Pete Seeger (1919) and former Prime Minister of Israel Golda Meir (1898). In 2003, the Old Man of the Mountain, a famous rock in New Hampshire, collapsed. 1. Braintree High School Senior Prom is tonight at the Marriot in Quincy from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. There is reception prior in the foyer at BHS from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. 2. Curbside yardwaste pickup begins tomorrow. Also tomorrow is Beautification Day. Check out more…
On this day Catherine the II of Russia was born (1729), along with influential pediatrician and author Benjamin Spock (1903), fashion designer Donatella Versace (1955), wrester/actor Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson (1972), "footballer" David Beckham (1975) and ace closer Neftali Feliz (1988). 1. Grove Manor Estates is hosting a Senior Health Fair at 5 p.m. More information at http://braintree.patch.com/events/senior-health-fair-f755fee1 2. The Board of License Commissioner meets in an executive (closed to public) session at 2 p.m. on the lower level of Town Hall today. "Landing Pub discussion of …
Born on this day in history: wild west performer Calamity Jane (1852), novelist Joseph Heller (1923), musician Tim McGraw (1967), film director Wes Anderson (1969) and Wes Welker (1981). 1. Mayor Joseph Sullivan presents his fiscal year 2014 budget to the Town Council tonight at 7:30 p.m. at Town Hall. Other agenda items include the appointment of Fire Chief Lt. James O'Brien and a National Grid petition for Wildwood Avenue. 2. Prior to the council meeting, the following committees meet: 6 p.m. Personnel Issues 7 p.m. Public Works 7:10 p.m. Ways & Means 3. The Braintree High School Council …
Born on this day in history: Queen Mary II of England (1662), Willie Nelson (1933) and actress Kirsten Dunst (1982). 1. Today is the U.S. Senate Primary election. For more information and where Braintree polling locations are, see this article: http://braintree.patch.com/articles/braintree-town-clerk-predicts-low-turnout-for-u-s-senate-primary 2. CORRECTION: This meeting, closed to the public, is actually Thursday, May 2. The Board of License Commissioner meets in an executive session at 2 p.m. on the lower level of Town Hall today. "Landing Pub discussion of pending appeal pursuant to G.L. …
