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5 Things You Need to Know Today: May 16

City Councilor Jackson calling for a hearing on recess and recreational activities in Boston Public Schools; and a free a cappella concert tonight at Roxbury Latin.

 

 

"Five Things You Need to Know Today" is a Patch column that provides readers with essential, daily information at a glance. Check back later for more, and let us know what you think of the five things in the comments section.

  1. At today's weekly Boston City Council meeting, District 7 City Councilor Tito Jackson is calling for a hearing "regarding recess and recreational activities in Boston Public Schools."
  2. Also at today's meeting, At-Large City Councilor Ayanna Pressley is expected to call for a hearing "on the Boston Public School and Boston Teacher Union's efforts to diversify the teacher workforce in Boston Public Schools."
  3. This week's Readers' Choice Poll wants to know - what is the best package store in West Roxbury? Vote here. Voting ends on Friday at 9 a.m. and the winner will be announced on Friday.
  4. Tonight enjoy a fun and free concert, with the Sly Voxes Spring Concert. The Sly Voxes is a men's a cappella group directed by Headmaster Kerry Brennan, performing motets, madrigals, folksongs, spiritual and pop favorites. 7:30 p.m. Roxbury Latin School, 101 St. Theresa Avenue, West Roxbury. All are welcome. Admission is free. Reception will follow.
  5. Are you an employeer looking for youthworkers for the summer? Or are you a youth looking for a job? Check out the Mayor's Summer Jobs Program website here to learn about hiring and getting hired.
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