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1. Today October 17 - is the last day to register to vote to be eligible for voting in the November presidential election. Remember - you can't complain if you don't vote. Well, you can still complain...
2. There will be a Truman Rally Fundraiser on Thursday night at the West Roxbury Pub. 6-8 p.m.
3. The Taste of Roslindale is on Thursday night! This year’s event will showcase the best of the Harvest season, with local restaurants offering fresh, seasonal ingredients from many of the local farms who participate in the Roslindale Village Farmers’ Market! Sample fresh and fabulous fall menu items, chat with the chefs from the area’s best eateries, and meet some of your local farmers outside of the busy market setting.  Mingle with neighbors and enjoy live music, demonstrations, raffles and prizes. Funds support Roslindale Village Main Street. St. Nectarios Church, 39 Belgrade Ave., Roslindale. $40 - buy tickets here.
4. Also on Thursday, Blanchard's is hosting its annual autumn 100 wine tasting. 6-9 p.m. Bring your ID. 
5. On Friday is the first day of the 36th Annual St. George Bazaar & Food Fair. Hours: Fri/Sat 10 a.m.- 9 p.m.; Sun. 2-3 p.m. Free admission. Full-kitchen service and take-out available. Authentic Middle Eastern cuisine and pastries, American foods and pastries, country store, holiday crafts, handmade items, white elephant table and more. Galaxy raffle tickets to win fabulous prizes. For more info please call the Church at 6170323-9861.  Proceeds to benefit church projects. 

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