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Adams National Historic Neighborhood Association
An association comprised of over 200 members dedicated to preserving and protecting the city's neighborhoods. New members welcome. To contact the ANHNA, e-mail ANHNAforQuincy@yahoo.com.

Adams Shore Community Association
A non-profit organization that coordinates various neighborhood events, including an annual Family Oktoberfest, Holiday Tree Lighting, Easter Egg Hunt and Fourth of July Cookout. Those interested in becoming members should contact Dave Mariano at 617-773-2725.

Friends of Pageant Field
A group of citizens seeking to advocate for the park and protect Pageant Field from the proposed track project and any future projects, to improve the park and create a cleaner, safer environment for all park users, and to promote use of the park through lectures and park walks. For more information, contact Judith Krimski at 617-328-8393.

Friends of the Blue Hills
Advocates for the protection and preservation of the Blue Hills.

Friends of Wollaston Beach
A community group that promotes the wise use and preservation of the Beach, encourages volunteerism, alerts others to issues affecting the Beach through educational, cultural, social and civic programs, and advocates on behalf of Beach users.

Marsh Madness
A Hough's Neck community group whose goal is to restore tidal flow to long neglected areas of marsh, while improving flood, fire and mosquito control.

Montclair/Wollaston Neighborhood Association
139 Highland Ave., 617-479-8883.

Quincy Environmental Network
A public volunteer organization that encourages open participation by all.

Ward 2 Civic Association
Meetings are held at the Fore River Club House. Call 617-930-0106 for more information.

Ward 5 Community Association
Serves residents of the Beechwood Knoll, Wollaston Center, Wollaston Beach, Hospital Hill, Quincy Center and Mass. Field neigborhoods. Holds community information meetings, candidates' nights, and more. Call 617-835-1253 for more information.

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League of Women Voters
Visit the Massachusetts League for information about state government and elections. There are also local chapters in Braintree, Milton and Weymouth.

Renew America Together
Website for a U.S. government effort to promote volunteerism in American communities. Includes information about hosting an event, event listings, a blog, and links to other volunteer opportunities.



Last Modified: November 30, 2009

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