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Fwd: Saturday 5/30 COVID-19 Updates
by raryals 30 May '20

30 May '20

---------- Forwarded message --------- From: raryals <raryals(a)gmail.com> Date: Sat, May 30, 2020 at 9:18 PM Subject: Saturday 5/30 COVID-19 Updates To: <portersquare(a)googlegroups.com> <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001hadMtum4c_9mrh2WBdqxSIuCQSc3XXozu-9EM8-AKTji…> Dear all, I write to you this evening with relevant COVID-19 updates and resources. As of today, there are 993 Cambridge residents who have tested positive for COVID-19, and 91 residents have passed away. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/2J2BnQj <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001hadMtum4c_9mrh2WBdqxSIuCQSc3XXozu-9EM8-AKTji…>. There are 96,301 cases of COVID-19 in Massachusetts, including 21,124 in Middlesex County. 582,519 tests have been performed, and 6,768 patients have passed away. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3eAgzxf <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001hadMtum4c_9mrh2WBdqxSIuCQSc3XXozu-9EM8-AKTji…> . I have been hosting weekly town halls on various topics as they relate to COVID-19 on Wednesdays at 4PM. Thanks to CCTV, you can find recordings of past town halls here: https://www.cctvcambridge.org/decker <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001hadMtum4c_9mrh2WBdqxSIuCQSc3XXozu-9EM8-AKTji…> . Cambridge Updates Today, Mayor Sumbul Siddiqui issued a statement on the murder of George Floyd. Please read it here: https://bit.ly/2TUxgvi <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001hadMtum4c_9mrh2WBdqxSIuCQSc3XXozu-9EM8-AKTji…> . Former Cambridge Mayor and City Councilor E. Denise Simmons and Cambridge School Committee Vice Chair Manikka Bowman are holding a five part series on the impact of COVID-19 on Black Cambridge. Part II on public health and public safety will be held on June 7th at 1PM. You can sign up for the Zoom here:https://bit.ly/3gFa2mT <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001hadMtum4c_9mrh2WBdqxSIuCQSc3XXozu-9EM8-AKTji…> or watch on CCTV Channel 9. Street cleaning will resume on June 1st.Residents will not be required to move their cars, but it would be appreciated if they did. Starting July 1st, residents will be required to move their cars for street clearing. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3cm9puW <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001hadMtum4c_9mrh2WBdqxSIuCQSc3XXozu-9EM8-AKTji…> . The Cambridge Health Alliance is offering COVID-19 testing to all Cambridge residents age 8 and older regardless of health insurance or immigration status at the CHA East Cambridge Care Center. This testing is not antibody testing, and will only test whether you currently have COVID-19. Testing is by appointment only and to schedule an appointment you should call 617-665-2928. Multilingual resources are always available on the City of Cambridge's website. This includes translated information on city resources and about COVID-19. You can find them here: https://bit.ly/2wKXAzA <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001hadMtum4c_9mrh2WBdqxSIuCQSc3XXozu-9EM8-AKTji…> . State Action Updates Governor Baker did not hold a press conference today. Where to give If you are able to give to others during this time, I encourage you to look to the following places that are working to help those most affected by COVID-19: Mayor's Disaster Relief Fund: https://bit.ly/2X0hmR2 <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001hadMtum4c_9mrh2WBdqxSIuCQSc3XXozu-9EM8-AKTji…> . Cambridge Health Alliance: https://bit.ly/2vWegUB <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001hadMtum4c_9mrh2WBdqxSIuCQSc3XXozu-9EM8-AKTji…> Cambridge Community Foundation: https://bit.ly/33ImGeE <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001hadMtum4c_9mrh2WBdqxSIuCQSc3XXozu-9EM8-AKTji…> Food for Free: https://bit.ly/3afFuEE <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001hadMtum4c_9mrh2WBdqxSIuCQSc3XXozu-9EM8-AKTji…> Greater Boston Food Bank: https://www.gbfb.org/ <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001hadMtum4c_9mrh2WBdqxSIuCQSc3XXozu-9EM8-AKTji…> Cradles to Crayons Emergency Essentials Fund: https://bit.ly/2WHOD4V <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001hadMtum4c_9mrh2WBdqxSIuCQSc3XXozu-9EM8-AKTji…> Enroot Emergency Immigrant Cash Assistance Fund: https://bit.ly/2y7bBIe <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001hadMtum4c_9mrh2WBdqxSIuCQSc3XXozu-9EM8-AKTji…> Mt. Auburn Hospital: https://bit.ly/3dxfEx4 <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001hadMtum4c_9mrh2WBdqxSIuCQSc3XXozu-9EM8-AKTji…> The One Chelsea Fund: https://bit.ly/2W6dGO7 <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001hadMtum4c_9mrh2WBdqxSIuCQSc3XXozu-9EM8-AKTji…> As always, do not hesitate to reach out to me with questions or concerns at Marjorie.Decker(a)mahouse.gov. Sincerely, Marjorie [image: image.gif] Friends of Marjorie Decker P.O.Box 390431 Cambridge, MA 02139 -- Ruth Ryals raryals(a)gmail.com

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COVID-19 Updates | May 30, 2020
by raryals 30 May '20

30 May '20

---------- Forwarded message --------- From: raryals <raryals(a)gmail.com> Date: Sat, May 30, 2020 at 8:34 PM Subject: Re: COVID-19 Updates | May 30, 2020 To: portersquare(a)googlegroups.com <portersquare(a)googlegroups.com> On Sat, May 30, 2020 at 8:07 PM City of Cambridge <pio(a)cambridgema.gov> wrote: > Updates from the City of Cambridge > > <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013wNwlQAqHCoBcN4BuRM5QUqsgZ7NyIFeT8pzjER2a_Nt…> > > <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013wNwlQAqHCoBcN4BuRM5QUqsgZ7NyIFeT8pzjER2a_Nt…> > City of Cambridge Announces Shared Street Pilot > The City of Cambridge announced plans to conduct a Shared Street pilot > that will allow residents to walk and bike in both directions on select > roadways. Planned to begin as early as mid-June, the Shared Street pilot > <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013wNwlQAqHCoBcN4BuRM5QUqsgZ7NyIFeT8pzjER2a_Nt…> > is designed to address increased movement in the city while supporting > physical distancing as the City executes its reopening strategy. > Learn More > <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013wNwlQAqHCoBcN4BuRM5QUqsgZ7NyIFeT8pzjER2a_Nt…> > What's New > COVID-19 Case Count > > A total of 993 Cambridge residents have tested positive > <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013wNwlQAqHCoBcN4BuRM5QUqsgZ7NyIFeT8pzjER2a_Nt…> for > COVID-19 since the coronavirus outbreak began, and there have been 91 > confirmed COVID-19 deaths and 189 recoveries in Cambridge residents as of > 4:00 p.m. on May 30. > > - Access information on cases in Massachusetts > <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013wNwlQAqHCoBcN4BuRM5QUqsgZ7NyIFeT8pzjER2a_Nt…> > > > - (5/29/20) Safety Standards and Checklists for Restaurants and > Operators of Lodgings from the State have been posted under Phase 2 on > the City's Reopening page > <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013wNwlQAqHCoBcN4BuRM5QUqsgZ7NyIFeT8pzjER2a_Nt…> > - (5/29/20) City of Cambridge Cancels Annual Dance Party and Amends > Temporary Emergency Restrictions > <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013wNwlQAqHCoBcN4BuRM5QUqsgZ7NyIFeT8pzjER2a_Nt…> on > Public Meetings and Events > - (5/28/20) Street Cleaning to resume on June 1 > <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013wNwlQAqHCoBcN4BuRM5QUqsgZ7NyIFeT8pzjER2a_Nt…>; > residents not required to move their cars > - (5/28/20) Cambridge Proposed and Future Changes for COVID-19 > Response and Recovery related to Shared Street pilot PDF available > <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013wNwlQAqHCoBcN4BuRM5QUqsgZ7NyIFeT8pzjER2a_Nt…> > - (5/28/20) City of Cambridge updates two temporary emergency orders > <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013wNwlQAqHCoBcN4BuRM5QUqsgZ7NyIFeT8pzjER2a_Nt…> related > to closing certain businesses and face coverings > - (5/27/20) Information on how to shop farmers markets safely and > responsibly > <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013wNwlQAqHCoBcN4BuRM5QUqsgZ7NyIFeT8pzjER2a_Nt…> are > now available > - (5/26/20) Virtual programming > <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013wNwlQAqHCoBcN4BuRM5QUqsgZ7NyIFeT8pzjER2a_Nt…> for > Cambridge seniors is now available from the Council on Aging > - (5/25/20) City of Cambridge Veterans' Services Memorial Day 2020 > Observance Commemoration Video > <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013wNwlQAqHCoBcN4BuRM5QUqsgZ7NyIFeT8pzjER2a_Nt…> > now available > - (5/24/20) A new City of Cambridge Contact List for Reopening > <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013wNwlQAqHCoBcN4BuRM5QUqsgZ7NyIFeT8pzjER2a_Nt…> is > now available, providing staff contact information for members of the > public to contact with questions/help reopening their establishment > > View All Updates > <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013wNwlQAqHCoBcN4BuRM5QUqsgZ7NyIFeT8pzjER2a_Nt…> > Phase 2 of Construction in Cambridge Begins June 1 > As previously announced on May 18, the City of Cambridge will expand > currently allowed construction activity in the City in four phases. Phase > 2, beginning on June 1, will add horizontal construction, city building > projects, 100% affordable housing developments, larger buildings (over > 25,000 square feet) previously permitted by Inspectional Services or Public > Works. > Learn More > <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013wNwlQAqHCoBcN4BuRM5QUqsgZ7NyIFeT8pzjER2a_Nt…> > Street Cleaning to Resume June 1 > Street cleaning will resume on June 1. The City will be sending street > sweepers through their normal routes; however, residents will not be > required to move their cars, but it would appreciated if they did. Starting > July 1, the City will require cars to move for street cleaning. > Learn More > <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013wNwlQAqHCoBcN4BuRM5QUqsgZ7NyIFeT8pzjER2a_Nt…> > COVID-19 Information Line & Resources > If you have questions or concerns about COVID-19, call the Massachusetts > COVID-19 Information Line at 2-1-1. The call center is equipped to handle > a high call volume. > View Public Health Updates > <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013wNwlQAqHCoBcN4BuRM5QUqsgZ7NyIFeT8pzjER2a_Nt…> > [image: Facebook] ‌ > <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013wNwlQAqHCoBcN4BuRM5QUqsgZ7NyIFeT8pzjER2a_Nt…> [image: > Twitter] ‌ > <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013wNwlQAqHCoBcN4BuRM5QUqsgZ7NyIFeT8pzjER2a_Nt…> [image: > YouTube] ‌ > <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013wNwlQAqHCoBcN4BuRM5QUqsgZ7NyIFeT8pzjER2a_Nt…> > CambridgeMA.GOV/COVID19 > <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013wNwlQAqHCoBcN4BuRM5QUqsgZ7NyIFeT8pzjER2a_Nt…> > City of Cambridge | 795 Massachusetts Ave > <https://www.google.com/maps/search/795+Massachusetts+Ave+,++Cambridge,+MA+0…>, > Cambridge, MA 02139 > <https://www.google.com/maps/search/795+Massachusetts+Ave+,++Cambridge,+MA+0…> > > About Constant Contact > <http://www.constantcontact.com/legal/about-constant-contact> > Sent by pio(a)cambridgema.gov > > -- Ruth Ryals raryals(a)gmail.com

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Fwd: Listen to Killer Mike
by raryals 30 May '20

30 May '20

---------- Forwarded message --------- From: raryals <raryals(a)gmail.com> Date: Sat, May 30, 2020 at 6:21 PM Subject: Fwd: Listen to Killer Mike To: <portersquare(a)googlegroups.com>, walter kasell <wbkasell(a)yahoo.com> Join some of us at Porter Square as we "stand up" to protest the police killing of George Floyd (masked and distancing) at 10 am tomorrow am. Bring your own signs, but join us to say something. Meantime, listen to Killer Mike. No one could say it better: https://youtu.be/sG0yrng0eY4-- Our friend and neighbor, Gerry McDonough, has decided he must do *something* to stand against the racism that is destroying our society. The disproportionate toll that the pandemic has taken of minority communities, the vast inequalities it has uncovered, and now the recent police killing *demand at least a public statement of resistance*. He is asking all of us to join him. "I'm so completely outraged by the blatant racism in this country, and feel so impotent in the face of this, but I have to do something. So I'm doing my own stand out for social justice at the intersection of Hollis Street and Mass. Ave. tomorrow at 10:00 a.m. I'm not claiming that I'm rational, and most of you know that for a fact, or that this will be productive, but I have to do something. Join me if you feel the same way, bring some kind of sign, and feel free to invite other people". - Gerry McD Ruth Ryals raryals(a)gmail.com

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Fwd: Stand Up Against Racism: again tomorrow at 10 am
by raryals 30 May '20

30 May '20

---------- Forwarded message --------- From: raryals <raryals(a)gmail.com> Date: Sat, May 30, 2020 at 11:34 AM Subject: Stand Up Against Racism: again tomorrow at 10 am >From Walter Kasell and Gerry McDonough.. Friends, Given the very short notice, it was great to see about 14 people gathered on the corner of Hollis and Mass Ave., today, including many Cohousers. We are planning to hold another demonstration of our concern and support TOMORROW, Sun. at 10 a.m. This time, with more lead time and preparation, we hope to get a bigger crowd, and will be at Porter Square. Stand Against Racism TOMORROW, Sun. at 10 a.m. Porter Square Bring a sign and bring a friend! Walter 617 694 9360 ----- Forwarded Message ----- *From:* walter kasell <wbkasell(a)yahoo.com> *To: *cch talk <cch-talk(a)googlegroups.com>; raryals(a)gmail.com *Cc:* germcd(a)aol.com <germcd(a)aol.com>; Margaret Levin < levinmargaret7(a)gmail.com>; Marjorie Decker <marjorie.decker(a)gmail.com> *Sent:* Saturday, May 30, 2020, 08:29:30 AM EDT *Subject:* Fw: Stand Out Against Racism: today at 10 am Stand Against Racism Today at 10 a.m. At Hollis and Mass. Ave. Cohousers, Our friend and neighbor, Gerry McDonough, has decided he must do *something* to stand against the racism that is destroying our society. The disproportionate toll that the pandemic has taken of minority communities, the vast inequalities it has uncovered, and now the recent police killing *demand at least a public statement of resistance*. He is asking all of us to join him. "I'm so completely outraged by the blatant racism in this country, and feel so impotent in the face of this, but I have to do something. So I'm doing my own stand out for social justice at the intersection of Hollis Street and Mass. Ave. tomorrow at 10:00 a.m. I'm not claiming that I'm rational, and most of you know that for a fact, or that this will be productive, but I have to do something. Join me if you feel the same way, bring some kind of sign, and feel free to invite other people". - Gerry McD I hope you will join me and Eva as we Stand Against Racism with Gerry and other outraged citizens of Cambridge. Stand Against Racism Today at 10 a.m. at Hollis and Mass. Ave. Walter -- Ruth Ryals raryals(a)gmail.com -- <raryals(a)gmail.com>

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What he's having: Lockdown dining options from Simon's, Rudy's, Fishmonger, Nirvana - Cambridge Day
by raryals 30 May '20

30 May '20

What he's having: Lockdown dining options from Simon's, Rudy's, Fishmonger, Nirvana - Cambridge Day https://www.cambridgeday.com/2020/05/27/what-hes-having-lockdown-dining-opt…

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Fwd: COVID-19 Updates | May 27, 2020
by raryals 28 May '20

28 May '20

---------- Forwarded message --------- From: raryals <raryals(a)gmail.com> Date: Thu, May 28, 2020 at 3:01 AM Subject: Fwd: COVID-19 Updates | May 27, 2020 To: <portersquare(a)googlegroups.com> ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: City of Cambridge <pio(a)cambridgema.gov> Date: Wed, May 27, 2020 at 9:32 PM Subject: COVID-19 Updates | May 27, 2020 Updates from the City of Cambridge <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ONlhBkRvL7oI48nkTGbH4kJZ8ocpbFYroyfjTGnJwhOE…> <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ONlhBkRvL7oI48nkTGbH4kJZ8ocpbFYroyfjTGnJwhOE…> Shop Farmers Markets Safely & Responsibly Due to COVID-19, farmers markets will be different this year - with masks, new layouts, and social distancing protocols. Markets are required to adhere to the Massachusetts Commissioner of Public Health’s Order <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ONlhBkRvL7oI48nkTGbH4kJZ8ocpbFYroyfjTGnJwhOE…> outlining mandatory measures to reduce the exposure of shoppers and market employees to COVID-19. Learn More <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ONlhBkRvL7oI48nkTGbH4kJZ8ocpbFYroyfjTGnJwhOE…> What's New COVID-19 Case Count A total of 965 Cambridge residents have tested positive <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ONlhBkRvL7oI48nkTGbH4kJZ8ocpbFYroyfjTGnJwhOE…> for COVID-19 since the coronavirus outbreak began, and there have been 90 confirmed COVID-19 deaths and 177 recoveries in Cambridge residents as of 8:30 p.m. on May 27. - Access information on cases in Massachusetts <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ONlhBkRvL7oI48nkTGbH4kJZ8ocpbFYroyfjTGnJwhOE…> - (5/26/20) Virtual programming <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ONlhBkRvL7oI48nkTGbH4kJZ8ocpbFYroyfjTGnJwhOE…> for Cambridge seniors is now available from the Council on Aging - (5/25/20) City of Cambridge Veterans' Services Memorial Day 2020 Observance Commemoration Video <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ONlhBkRvL7oI48nkTGbH4kJZ8ocpbFYroyfjTGnJwhOE…> now available - (5/24/20) A new City of Cambridge Contact List for Reopening <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ONlhBkRvL7oI48nkTGbH4kJZ8ocpbFYroyfjTGnJwhOE…> is now available, providing staff contact information for members of the public to contact with questions/help reopening their establishment - (5/21/20) City officials joined members of the Veterans Services Department, Cambridge Police and Cambridge Fire to place flags at the graves of our fallen. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, this year’s Memorial Day observances <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ONlhBkRvL7oI48nkTGbH4kJZ8ocpbFYroyfjTGnJwhOE…> will feature several virtual events and remembrances. - (5/21/20) The City of Cambridge has released an amended Temporary Emergency Construction Order <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ONlhBkRvL7oI48nkTGbH4kJZ8ocpbFYroyfjTGnJwhOE…> that applies to all construction activity on both public and private property in Cambridge. View All Updates <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ONlhBkRvL7oI48nkTGbH4kJZ8ocpbFYroyfjTGnJwhOE…> Virtual Programming for Cambridge Seniors The Cambridge Council on Aging (COA) will continue offering virtual health and wellness classes during the Safer at Home Advisory. Classes include Strength Training, Watercolor Painting, Spanish, Meditation, Zumba, and more. Participants must be 60 years of age or older to enroll in programming. Learn More <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ONlhBkRvL7oI48nkTGbH4kJZ8ocpbFYroyfjTGnJwhOE…> See Schedule <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ONlhBkRvL7oI48nkTGbH4kJZ8ocpbFYroyfjTGnJwhOE…> Multilingual Resources The City is providing important information related to COVID-19 in Amharic, Arabic, Bangla, Haitian Creole, Portuguese, Spanish, and Simplified Chinese. This resource page will be updated on an ongoing basis and will be expanded to include video updates as well. View Page <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ONlhBkRvL7oI48nkTGbH4kJZ8ocpbFYroyfjTGnJwhOE…> COVID-19 Information Line & Resources If you have questions or concerns about COVID-19, call the Massachusetts COVID-19 Information Line at 2-1-1. The call center is equipped to handle a high call volume. View Public Health Updates <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ONlhBkRvL7oI48nkTGbH4kJZ8ocpbFYroyfjTGnJwhOE…> [image: Facebook] ‌ <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ONlhBkRvL7oI48nkTGbH4kJZ8ocpbFYroyfjTGnJwhOE…> [image: Twitter] ‌ <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ONlhBkRvL7oI48nkTGbH4kJZ8ocpbFYroyfjTGnJwhOE…> [image: YouTube] ‌ <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ONlhBkRvL7oI48nkTGbH4kJZ8ocpbFYroyfjTGnJwhOE…> CambridgeMA.GOV/COVID19 <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ONlhBkRvL7oI48nkTGbH4kJZ8ocpbFYroyfjTGnJwhOE…> City of Cambridge | 795 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02139 About Constant Contact <http://www.constantcontact.com/legal/about-constant-contact> Sent by pio(a)cambridgema.gov -- Ruth Ryals raryals(a)gmail.com

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COVID-19 Updates | May 26, 2020
by raryals 26 May '20

26 May '20

Updates from the City of Cambridge <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NocgIbZjeOlCRviI5ZRkAQPqW2gyx6VAo04NFO8fsnHN…> <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NocgIbZjeOlCRviI5ZRkAQPqW2gyx6VAo04NFO8fsnHN…> Virtual Programming for Cambridge Seniors The Cambridge Council on Aging (COA) will continue offering virtual health and wellness classes during the Safer at Home Advisory. Classes include Strength Training, Watercolor Painting, Spanish, Meditation, Zumba, and more. Participants must be 60 years of age or older to enroll in programming. Learn More <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NocgIbZjeOlCRviI5ZRkAQPqW2gyx6VAo04NFO8fsnHN…> See Schedule <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NocgIbZjeOlCRviI5ZRkAQPqW2gyx6VAo04NFO8fsnHN…> What's New COVID-19 Case Count A total of 954 Cambridge residents have tested positive <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NocgIbZjeOlCRviI5ZRkAQPqW2gyx6VAo04NFO8fsnHN…> for COVID-19 since the coronavirus outbreak began, and there have been 88 confirmed COVID-19 deaths and 167 recoveries in Cambridge residents as of 4:00 p.m. on May 26. - Access information on cases in Massachusetts <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NocgIbZjeOlCRviI5ZRkAQPqW2gyx6VAo04NFO8fsnHN…> - (5/26/20) Virtual programming <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NocgIbZjeOlCRviI5ZRkAQPqW2gyx6VAo04NFO8fsnHN…> for Cambridge seniors is now available from the Council on Aging - (5/25/20) City of Cambridge Veterans' Services Memorial Day 2020 Observance Commemoration Video <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NocgIbZjeOlCRviI5ZRkAQPqW2gyx6VAo04NFO8fsnHN…> now available - (5/24/20) A new City of Cambridge Contact List for Reopening <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NocgIbZjeOlCRviI5ZRkAQPqW2gyx6VAo04NFO8fsnHN…> is now available, providing staff contact information for members of the public to contact with questions/help reopening their establishment - (5/21/20) City officials joined members of the Veterans Services Department, Cambridge Police and Cambridge Fire to place flags at the graves of our fallen. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, this year’s Memorial Day observances <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NocgIbZjeOlCRviI5ZRkAQPqW2gyx6VAo04NFO8fsnHN…> will feature several virtual events and remembrances. - (5/21/20) The City of Cambridge has released an amended Temporary Emergency Construction Order <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NocgIbZjeOlCRviI5ZRkAQPqW2gyx6VAo04NFO8fsnHN…> that applies to all construction activity on both public and private property in Cambridge. - (5/20/20) Riverbend Park in Cambridge to Open <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NocgIbZjeOlCRviI5ZRkAQPqW2gyx6VAo04NFO8fsnHN…> on May 24 and May 31 as Part of Pilot Program; Fresh Pond Golf Course to Open May 21 - (5/20/20) City of Cambridge releases Amended Temporary Emergency Construction Order <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NocgIbZjeOlCRviI5ZRkAQPqW2gyx6VAo04NFO8fsnHN…> - (5/20/20) Read a message from the City Manager to Cambridge Business Owners <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NocgIbZjeOlCRviI5ZRkAQPqW2gyx6VAo04NFO8fsnHN…> asking them to delay the opening of office spaces until at least June 1 - (5/20/20) A dedicated page for information on reopening Cambridge <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NocgIbZjeOlCRviI5ZRkAQPqW2gyx6VAo04NFO8fsnHN…> as well as access to additional state information and guidelines has been added to the City's website - (5/20/20) A dedicated page for COVID-19 testing information in Cambridge <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NocgIbZjeOlCRviI5ZRkAQPqW2gyx6VAo04NFO8fsnHN…> and access to other state resources has been added to the City's website View All Updates <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NocgIbZjeOlCRviI5ZRkAQPqW2gyx6VAo04NFO8fsnHN…> Multilingual Resources The City is providing important information related to COVID-19 in Amharic, Arabic, Bangla, Haitian Creole, Portuguese, Spanish, and Simplified Chinese. This resource page will be updated on an ongoing basis and will be expanded to include video updates as well. View Page <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NocgIbZjeOlCRviI5ZRkAQPqW2gyx6VAo04NFO8fsnHN…> COVID-19 Information Line & Resources If you have questions or concerns about COVID-19, call the Massachusetts COVID-19 Information Line at 2-1-1. The call center is equipped to handle a high call volume. 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Monday 5/25 COVID-19 Updates
by raryals 25 May '20

25 May '20

---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: "Marjorie Decker" <repdecker(a)gmail.com> Date: Mon, May 25, 2020 at 9:20 PM -0400 Subject: Monday 5/25 COVID-19 Updates <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001rQ_ShIXngf8uxgT_CxFNxQJpKZdiCm8RRvGJ-XNnt4id…> Dear all, I write to you this evening with relevant COVID-19 updates and resources. Today our Memorial Day remembrances were different. But, what hasn't changed is the commitment of so many to serve our country. For those who have lost their lives in service, you are not forgotten. I reflect today upon the courage and bravery that so many veterans show in the face of fear and at a time of war. They make the ultimate sacrifice of life to protect the safety and democratic values that we have long held as a nation, and I am deeply grateful for their service. I pray that we collectively recognize that at this moment, our call to duty is not on a battle field, but rather in our actions to keep one another safe at this time As of today, there are 954 Cambridge residents who have tested positive for COVID-19 and 84 residents have passed away. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/2J2BnQj <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001rQ_ShIXngf8uxgT_CxFNxQJpKZdiCm8RRvGJ-XNnt4id…>. There are 93,271 cases of COVID-19 in Massachusetts, including 20,539 in Middlesex County. 540,561 tests have been performed and 6,416 patients have passed away. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3ehDw89 <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001rQ_ShIXngf8uxgT_CxFNxQJpKZdiCm8RRvGJ-XNnt4id…> . Save the date I will be hosting a COVID-19 town hall on the status of justice involved populations during COVID-19 this Wednesday 5/27 at 4PM. I will be joined by Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan. More panelists to follow. You can register for the Zoom here: https://bit.ly/2Kelp6l <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001rQ_ShIXngf8uxgT_CxFNxQJpKZdiCm8RRvGJ-XNnt4id…> or join in by watching CCTV Channel 9 or Facebook Live. Please submit questions you have ahead of time to Marjorie.Decker(a)mahouse.gov, or submit them in the Q&A chat during the town hall. I hope to see you there. Cambridge Updates The City has posted a graphic with the businesses and services in Cambridge that are allowed to open starting today. You can see it here: https://bit.ly/2A5r1xK <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001rQ_ShIXngf8uxgT_CxFNxQJpKZdiCm8RRvGJ-XNnt4id…> . The Cambridge Health Alliance is offering COVID-19 testing to all Cambridge residents age 8 and older regardless of health insurance or immigration status at the CHA East Cambridge Care Center. This testing is not antibody testing, and will only test whether you currently have COVID-19. Testing is by appointment only and to schedule an appointment you should call 617-665-2928. Multilingual resources are always available on the City of Cambridge's website. This includes translated information on city resources and about COVID-19. You can find them here: https://bit.ly/2wKXAzA <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001rQ_ShIXngf8uxgT_CxFNxQJpKZdiCm8RRvGJ-XNnt4id…> . State Action Updates Today, the state hosted a virtual Memorial Day ceremony with remarks from Governor Baker, Lt. Governor Polito and Legislative leaders. The Massachusetts National Guard provided a special "Tribute to the Fallen." You can watch the recorded ceremony here: https://bit.ly/2Xwngt4 <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001rQ_ShIXngf8uxgT_CxFNxQJpKZdiCm8RRvGJ-XNnt4id…> . Where to Give Once again, Cambridge CoHousing is collecting food this Friday 5/29 to go to Chelsea on Saturday. THIS WEEK, please drop off food between 12 noon and 1 pm, if possible, as this gives the group in Chelsea more time to organize for distribution. Drop off is at 175 Richdale Ave, the entrance <https://www.google.com/maps/search/175+Richdale+Ave,+the+entrance?entry=gma…> to CoHousing, either in a paper bag or small box. Organizers will be there to receive the food, and if for some reason, they are not there, you can leave the donation just inside the gate where there will be boxes marked "FOR CHELSEA". WHAT IS NEEDED: - CANNED/JARRED/PACKAGED -- beans, soups, spaghetti sauces, etc... - ALSO, Dry legumes, pasta, crackers, chips, cereals (low sugar best) - Unopened cans/bags of dog or cat food - Diapers/baby wipes and baby food always needed PLEASE no desserts, high sugar foods, or chips. Healthy staples are most needed. THANK YOU! Here is LINK to the Chelsea Food Collaborative <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001rQ_ShIXngf8uxgT_CxFNxQJpKZdiCm8RRvGJ-XNnt4id…>which the effort is supporting. Another option is to make a financial donation, via link at top of page. Please email Anne Tonachel (annert(a)gmail.com) or Polly Atwood ( polly.attwood(a)gmail.com) if you have questions. If you are able to give to others during this time, I encourage you to look to the following places that are working to help those most affected by COVID-19: Mayor's Disaster Relief Fund: https://bit.ly/2X0hmR2 <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001rQ_ShIXngf8uxgT_CxFNxQJpKZdiCm8RRvGJ-XNnt4id…> . Cambridge Health Alliance: https://bit.ly/2vWegUB <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001rQ_ShIXngf8uxgT_CxFNxQJpKZdiCm8RRvGJ-XNnt4id…> Cambridge Community Foundation:https://bit.ly/33ImGeE <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001rQ_ShIXngf8uxgT_CxFNxQJpKZdiCm8RRvGJ-XNnt4id…> Food for Free: https://bit.ly/3afFuEE <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001rQ_ShIXngf8uxgT_CxFNxQJpKZdiCm8RRvGJ-XNnt4id…> Greater Boston Food Bank: https://www.gbfb.org/ <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001rQ_ShIXngf8uxgT_CxFNxQJpKZdiCm8RRvGJ-XNnt4id…> Cradles to Crayons Emergency Essentials Fund: https://bit.ly/2WHOD4V <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001rQ_ShIXngf8uxgT_CxFNxQJpKZdiCm8RRvGJ-XNnt4id…> Enroot Emergency Immigrant Cash Assistance Fund: https://bit.ly/2y7bBIe <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001rQ_ShIXngf8uxgT_CxFNxQJpKZdiCm8RRvGJ-XNnt4id…> Mt. Auburn Hospital: https://bit.ly/3dxfEx4 <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001rQ_ShIXngf8uxgT_CxFNxQJpKZdiCm8RRvGJ-XNnt4id…> The One Chelsea Fund: https://bit.ly/2W6dGO7 <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001rQ_ShIXngf8uxgT_CxFNxQJpKZdiCm8RRvGJ-XNnt4id…> As always, do not hesitate to reach out to me with questions or concerns at Marjorie.Decker(a)mahouse.gov. Sincerely, Marjorie Friends of Marjorie Decker P.O.Box 390431 Cambridge, MA 02139 See what's happening on our social sites [image: Like us on Facebook] <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001rQ_ShIXngf8uxgT_CxFNxQJpKZdiCm8RRvGJ-XNnt4id…> [image: Follow us on Twitter] <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001rQ_ShIXngf8uxgT_CxFNxQJpKZdiCm8RRvGJ-XNnt4id…> [image: View on Instagram] <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001rQ_ShIXngf8uxgT_CxFNxQJpKZdiCm8RRvGJ-XNnt4id…> Friends of Marjorie Decker, PO Box 390431, Cambridge, MA 02139 Sent by repdecker(a)gmail.com in collaboration with [image: Constant Contact] <http://www.constantcontact.com/index.jsp?cc=PT1130&rmc=VF19_V8> Try email marketing for free today! <http://www.constantcontact.com/index.jsp?cc=PT1130&rmc=VF19_V8> -- Ruth Ryals raryals(a)gmail.com

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Fwd: [Porter square] Chelsea food collection 5/29
by rryals＠comcast.net 25 May '20

25 May '20

---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: <rryals(a)comcast.net> Date: Mon, May 25, 2020 at 8:44 PM -0400 Subject: [Porter square] Chelsea food collection 5/29 To: "'Porter Square Neighbors Association" <portersquare(a)googlegroups.com> Help, if you can! From: richdale-ave-community(a)googlegroups.com on behalf of Polly Attwood <polly.attwood(a)gmail.com> Sent: Monday, May 25, 2020 8:29 PM To: richdale-ave-community(a)googlegroups.com Subject: [Richdale Ave] Chelsea food collection 5/29 Good evening, Richdale Ave Neighbors! Once again, Cambridge CoHousing is collecting food this Friday 5/29 to go to Chelsea on Saturday. Last week we sent two car fulls, see one of them below. THIS WEEK, please drop off food between 12 noon and 1 pm, if possible, as we would like to send one car on Friday afternoon. This gives the group in Chelsea more time to organize for distribution. Drop off is at 175 Richdale Ave, the entrance to CoHousing, either in a paper bag or small box. We will be there to receive the food, and if for some reason, we are not there, you can leave it just inside the gate where we will have boxes marked "FOR CHELSEA". WHAT IS NEEDED: CANNED/JARRED/PACKAGED -- beans, soups, spaghetti sauces, etc...ALSO, Dry legumes, pasta, crackers, chips, cereals (low sugar best)Unopened cans/bags of dog or cat foodDiapers/baby wipes and baby food always needed PLEASE no desserts, high sugar foods, or chips. Healthy staples are most needed. THANK YOU! Here is LINK to the Chelsea Food Collaborative which our effort is supporting. Another option, if it works for you, is to make a financial donation, via link at top of page. Please email Anne Tonachel (annert(a)gmail.com) or myself (polly.attwood(a)gmail.com) if you have any questions. be well everyone, Polly (Attwood, Unit 320)-- Polly F. Attwood Teacher Educator Northeastern University 175 Richdale Ave Cambridge, MA 02140 -- View this message at https://groups.google.com/d/msg/portersquare/topic-id/message-id -- To post to this group, send email to portersquare(a)googlegroups.com Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/d/forum/portersquare To unsubscribe from this group, send email to portersquare+unsubscribe(a)googlegroups.com For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Porter Square Neighbors Association" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to portersquare+unsubscribe(a)googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/portersquare/91B475931046F727.5B4FA469-CA….

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What he's having: Lockdown dining options from Tia Mica’s Sugar Love, Barada and Zing - Cambridge Day
by raryals 25 May '20

25 May '20

---------- Forwarded message --------- http://www.cambridgeday.com/2020/05/21/what-hes-having-lockdown-dining-opti… Tom Meek -- Ruth Ryals raryals(a)gmail.com

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