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Come participate in the "Paint the Path Pink from Northampton’s City Hall to Cooley Dickinson Hospital’s Main Entrance to help raise awareness of breast cancer screening/early detection. The event is Tuesday, October 2nd and will kick off at 5:15 on the steps of City Hall with opening remarks from Northampton Mayor David Narkewicz and Cooley Dickinson Health Care President, Joanne Marqusee. The 1.4-mile walk to Cooley Dickinson begins immediately following the remarks. Participants will have an opportunity to tie pink ribbons along the walking route to raise awareness and highlight the path to prevention. Following the walk, a reception will be held in the Radiology Waiting Area at Cooley Dickinson Hospital, there will be refreshments, guest speakers and an opportunity to make a mammogram appointment. All are welcome to join the procession to Cooley Dickinson Hospital. The City of Northampton will provide transportation back to City Hall following the walk until 7:30 pm

Planning the Future of Downtown Northampton - A Community Meeting Tuesday, October 2, 2018, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. City Council Chambers, 212 Main Street, Northampton The City of Northampton is beginning the process of revising its downtown zoning and design guidelines. This project is the regulatory companion for comprehensive redesign of the Main Street public right-of-way that the city will be kicking off in the near future. Topics will include building design, streets, sidewalks, street trees, parking, housing, business needs, parks and public spaces, permitting processes, and more. Sponsored by: Northampton Planning & Sustainability Department, Downtown Northampton Association, and the Greater Northampton Chamber of Commerce.

Last day to register to vote in the Massachusetts General Election on November 6, 2018. You can check your voter registration status and/or register to vote online here: https://www.sec.state.ma.us/OVR/Welcome.aspx

The Northampton Board of Health is in the process of reviewing the Regulation of the City of Northampton Board of Health Prohibiting Smoking in Workplaces and Public Places and is considering amending the regulation to include:Section D – Prohibiting smoking in the Northampton Central Business District with the exception of designated smoking areas.Section D - Prohibiting smoking in the Florence Zoned Business district with the exception of designated smoking areas. This public forum is an opportunity for the voices of residents, visitors and local businesses to be heard about the proposed regulation. If you cannot attend the forum but would like to submit a statement, please do so by either emailing it to moleary@northamptonma.gov or mailing it to the Northampton Health Department, 212 Main Street, Northampton, MA 01060.

Pack up the picnic chairs, and come out to Look Park to watch a flick in our beautiful Pines Theater during our Movies Under the Stars Series this year! Every third Thursday of the month from June to October, we will be screening a film. This week's film is The Shining, (Rated R). Anyone under the age of 17 must be accompanied by an adult Concessions will be available for purchase.

Join us for the Climate Action Workshop: Energy Free: Trivia, prizes, snacks, "speed planning" We are currently studying the sources of our community's greenhouse gas emissions-- things like how we power our homes and get around town-- and identifying actions we can take to reduce these emissions (think: installing solar panels on your house or commuting via bike instead of car). We need your help to brainstorm the possibilities! Don't miss out! This is one of two public workshops to make your voice heard. The City of Northampton, along with its residents and community partners, are collaborating on ways to help Northampton thrive by creating a healthy, inclusive, and sustainable city that is prepared for climate change. Our community’s ability to mitigate and adapt to climate challenges is dependent on your voice. If you can't make it in person (or want to go the extra mile and do both) take our short survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CRRPSurvey1

The City Council Committees on Community Resources and Legislative Matters are holding public forums on a proposal seeking state legislation to add additional members to the Northampton Housing Authority. The additional members would be tenants and elected by those residing in the buildings owned and operated by the Northampton Housing Authority. A change to the structure of the housing authority requires approval by the Massachusetts state legislature. A brief presentation by the proposal’s sponsor, Councilor Ryan R. O’Donnell, will be followed by public comment. To submit written comment, please e-mail the City Council Administrative Assistant, Laura Krutzler, at lkrutzler@northamptonma.gov

Come to a community meeting on Planning the Future of Downtown Florence at the Florence Civic Center on Tuesday, October 29th from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM. All are welcome!

Bring your kids downtown Northampton for trick-or-treating at the participating local businesses and stop by the Senior Center parking are to collect additional goodies from seniors that have decorated their trunks to celebrate Halloween.