5 Things: Kids Safety Talk from Boston Police Officer Today at YMAA

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1. Today YMAA Boston will be hosting Boston Police Officer Elvis Garcia for a kids safety talk from 5-6 p.m. Officer Garcia will give tips on how to stay safe on a daily basis. This is a valuable opportunity for parents and kids to learn about practical safety for the city. Kids classes will be consolidated into one class. Please arrive anytime after 4:30 p.m. This event is free open to everyone. Please invite any friends and family who might be interested in joining us. Contact for info: info@ymaaboston.com 617-363-9622. 5 Basile St.
2. Also today there will be an event at the Arnold Arboretum about Biodiversity 2013: Crisis and Opportunity at the Hunnewell Building. Free, but registration requested. 7-8:15 p.m.
3. LinkedIn 101: Ever wondered how to use the website LinkedIn 101 to network and share your resume with prospective employers and clients? The Boston Public Library will offer a free class on setting up and managing a LinkedIn account today at 2:30 p.m. at the Central Library (700 Boylston St.). 
4. Today City Councilors Mike Ross and Ayanna Pressley are holding a public meeting regarding the Boston Residency Jobs Policy. City Hall. 3 p.m.
5. On Wednesday there is a Zumba class at the Roslindale Community Center. It's a Latin-inspired dance fitness craze at 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Each class is $10; Groups of two and more, $8 dollars per person. Contact Ama Edzie for class information: aedzie@gmail.com.

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