Society and Culture

• Regional: North America: United States: Massachusetts: Society and Culture  (302)

AFCEA Boston, Lexington-Concord Chapter - Local chapter of the Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association. Promotes global security by working as a bridge between government, industry, and military professionals in the fields of information technology and communications.

American Radio Relay League - Eastern Massachusetts division of national organization provides information of staff, resources, news and events.

American Theatre Organ Society - Eastern Massachusetts chapter of national organization dedicated to the preservation and restoration of American theatre organs.

Big Brothers of Massachusetts Bay - Volunteer information, referral form, and group overview.

BostonCentral - Resource for area children and parents. Includes community information and list of activities.

CAB Health & Recovery Services, Inc. - Drug and alcohol treatment and prevention services. Highlights of programs, related links, and job postings.

Community Connections - Employment, day, residential, social, recreation, in-home service and service coordination for adults and high school students with disabilities in southeastern Massachusetts.

Concerned United Birthparents - Boston - Local chapter of a national support group. Contains membership and meeting information.

Connect the Tots - Parenting organization offering area playgroups, meetings and information in towns centered around Reading. Includes newsletter and activities calendar.

The Divorce Center - Volunteer organization offering emotional and legal support. Information on the "Parents Apart" program, seminars, and television programs; recommended resources, and FAQ. Programs located in Framingham and Dedham.

Eighth Air Force Historical Society - Massachusetts - Local chapter offers an online newsletter containing articles, a meeting schedule, letters from readers, and membership information.

Foley Info - Provides information on the treatment of Michael Foley's bout with Acute Myeloid Leukemia. Includes leukemia links, support information, and fund raising resources.

Greater Boston Police Council - Organization of police agencies whose members participate in the Boston Area Police Emergency Radio Network. Includes a membership list with links and a contract list.

Massachusetts Bay American Red Cross - Serves 79 cities and towns in Eastern Massachusetts, site with course listings, news, and information.

Men With Heart - Organization of men committed to fighting breast cancer. Includes information on past walks and fund raising efforts.

Mosaic Commons - A cohousing community; includes general information about cohousing as well as this group's history and vision statement.

PACE, Inc. - Agency that provides a range of services in the areas of housing, childcare, family support, nutrition, health access, adult education, heating assistance and AIDS outreach for 24 communities in southeastern Massachusetts.

Polish American Congress of Eastern Massachusetts - Regional chapter of national membership organization which strives to build a Polish lobby on the local level, assist Polish Americans in being elected to political office, supports the development of Polish businesses and promotes the Polish culture.

Rotary International District 7930 - Includes map of district, directory of local clubs, and information group and services.

Self Help, Inc. - Includes information on this community action group.

Trolleys of Eastern Massachusetts - Compilation of motion photography from the 1930s and 40s on streetcars from several towns and cities in eastern Massachusetts, with narration and music. The videotape is offered for sale by the Seashore Trolley Museum of Kennebunkport, Maine. Contact information provided.

Urban League of Eastern Massachusetts, Inc. - Interracial, nonprofit community-based organization which provide programs of service and advocacy for African Americans and other residents of color for greater Boston and the surrounding communities.

Utility Workers Union of America Local 369, AFL-CIO - Representing workers in eastern Massachusetts, Cape Cod and the islands.

Young Widows and Widowers, Ltd. - Bereavement support group.