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5 Things: Big Sisters Wanted in Roslindale

Sign-up for a skin cancer screening at Faulkner Hospital next week.

 

  1. The Roslindale Village Farmers' Market is looking for volunteers, including a graphic artist.
  2. Writing help: Are you a writer looking to finish your children's book project? The Associates of the Boston Public Library is now seeking applications for their 10th annual Children's Writer-in-Residence fellowship, which provides an author with a room to work at in the Central Library in Copley Square and a $20,000 stipend. The residency will run from October through June. Learn more and apply at writer-in-residence.org. Applications are due on Friday, May 24.
  3. Skin cancer screening: Brigham and Women’s Faulkner Hospital (1153 Centre St.) is offering a free skin cancer screening on Wednesday, May 29 from 5-7 p.m. The screening is open to all residents who have not seen a dermatologist in more than a year. Appointments are required and can be made by calling the Community Health and Wellness Department at 617-983-7451. Dr. Eva Balash, Dr. Christine Lian and Dr. Chrysalyne Schmults will be conducting the screenings.
  4. The Boston Parks & Recreation Department would like to remind you to please do not cut down street trees without permission.
  5. Want to be a Big Sister in Roslindale? Click here for more.

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