Welcome
Jamaica Hills is part of Boston’s Jamaica Plain neighborhood. Bounded by Harvard University’s Arnold Arboretum, Jamaica Pond and the Emerald Necklace, Allandale Farm and Larz Anderson Park, Jamaica Hills’s special feature is its treasured greenspace in close proximity to the richly diverse restaurants and shops in Jamaica Plain’s urban center.
The Jamaica Hills Association (JHA) is a longstanding civic organization that serves many needs in our community. The goal of our interactive, frequently updated website is to inform residents, facilitate social interaction, and encourage community service.
To contribute your ideas, suggestions, skills and talents to our community, we encourage you contact us at advocate@jamaicahills.org.
Highlights
Gateway to the Arborway: Design Plans Available to Download
Visit the DCR website to download design plans for improved paths and a vegetation management proposal for the portion of the Arborway between the Casey Overpass and the Arnold Arboretum entrance.
JHA Community News October 2008
Our latest newsletter includes a Press Release from the BPD, a crimewatch guide, possible funding for a Eliot-Jamaicaway pedestrian light, and JHA holiday season events. Visit Newsletters to download Community News October 2008.
Arboretum Park Conservancy Launches Website
The APC is a citizen voice for the Arnold Arboretum as a public park, and is independent of both Harvard and the Boston Parks Department. APC’s goals are to promote public access to the Arboretum generally and to increase the variety of visitor experiences. Visit www.ArboretumParkConservancy.org to learn more.
JHA Meeting November 12
The JHA meets the second Wednesday of every month. Visit Monthly Meetings for location information.
Clay Center: Public Telescope Events Resume September 9
The Clay Observatory and Astronomy Center (on the Dexter-Southfield School campus) will point the telescope toward some interesting objects, which may include planets, the Moon, and stars. Also enjoy a panoramic view of greater Boston from the observation decks, and walk among the constellations on the Stars Courtyard lit by fiber optics. These weekly public events resume September 9 from 7 - 9 pm. Visit the Clay Center site to register ahead of time and to learn of event cancellations due to weather.
Coyote Sightings
Coyote sightings are becoming more common on Moss Hill, even in the afternoon. MassWildlife assures us that coyotes are afraid of humans and that coyotes will run away if you scare them by making loud noises, shining bright lights, or throwing objects like tennis balls at them. MassWildlife will not capture and move healthy coyotes to another area, because it is against law. (Coyotes actually breed more frequently in response to be moved.) This state agency provides extensive information on living with wildlife and how to discourage coyotes from your property and prevent conflicts with them.
For more information, visit www.masswildlife.org or contact the MassWildlife Northeast District Office in Acton: 978-263-4347.
Red Book: 2008-2009 Edition
Andrea Howley is chairing the Red Book Committee, which is preparing work on the upcoming 2008-2009 edition of our neighborhood directory. Interested advertisers should contact Andrea at andhowcc@aol.com. If your name or phone number was incorrect in the 2006-2007 edition, contact Anne Savereid at ASavereid@gmail.com.
Neighborhood Crime Watch: Become a Street Leader
We Need More Volunteers! For crime watches to be successful, we need captains for every street. Curious about what’s involved? Email us at crimewatch@jamaicahills.org. Get to know your neighbors and contribute to a safer community! See our Crime Watch page for more safety resources.
Subscribe to JHA Community News and Updates
We are compiling email addresses from our Jamaica Hills neighbors for our mailing list. Email us at subscribe-mail@jamaicahills.org to join. Kindly include your name, address, and phone number for residency verification only. This information is not made public or shared with anyone other than the JHA Board.
BPD District E-13 Traffic and Parking Committee (TPC)
Concerned about traffic issues? TPC meets the third Thursday of every month at 6 p.m. at the E-13 Police Station, 3345 Washington St. For more information, call 343-5634 or email the JHA Traffic and Safety liaisons:
traffic-safety@jamaicahills.org.