Quincy 365 - Issue #0027

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In This Issue of Quincy 365…

📝City of Quincy Issues First Blockchain-Based Municipal Bond in the U.S.

📝 Quincy Councillors Propose Ordinance to Recognize Lunar New Year as Legal Holiday

📝 Quincy Rotary Club Hosts 1920s-Themed Fundraiser at The Neighborhood Club

📝 Quincy Symphony Orchestra Concludes Season with Prokofiev and Tchaikovsky

City of Quincy Issues First Blockchain-Based Municipal Bond in the U.S.

The City of Quincy, Massachusetts, has made history by issuing the first blockchain-based municipal bond in the United States. The $10 million tax-exempt bond, facilitated by J.P. Morgan, demonstrates Quincy's commitment to leveraging emerging technologies for financial inclusion and economic growth. The move is expected to pave the way for lower transaction costs, enhanced liquidity, and reduced settlement times in the municipal bond market.

Quincy City Council President Ian Cain praised the city for making history and positioning itself as a global hub for public service and financial innovation. The city has supported the distributed ledger technology (DLT) landscape, sponsoring Boston Blockchain Week and partnering with Blockchain R&D initiatives at QUBIC Labs.

Mayor Koch expressed his vision for the future: "I look forward to the day when Quincy residents can buy bonds to fund projects in Quincy that directly impact and improve their quality of life." Full Story

Quincy Councillors Propose Ordinance to Recognize Lunar New Year as Legal Holiday

Five Quincy city councilors have proposed an ordinance recognizing Lunar New Year as a legal holiday. The ordinance highlights the significant AAPI population in Quincy and the importance of observing the holiday. If passed, the ordinance would lead to the closure of municipal offices on Lunar New Year. The proposal comes shortly after the Quincy School Committee approved a 2024-25 academic year calendar that keeps schools open on the holiday.

Quincy Rotary Club Hosts 1920s-Themed Fundraiser at The Neighborhood Club

The Quincy Rotary Club is set to host a 1920s-themed fundraiser on Wednesday, May 8th, 2024, at The Neighborhood Club, located at 27 Glendale Road in Quincy. The event promises to be an evening filled with entertainment, dining, and charitable giving.

Attendees are strongly encouraged to don their finest 1920s attire, and prizes will be awarded to the best-dressed individuals. The festivities will kick off at 5:30 p.m. with a cocktail hour and silent auction, followed by dinner and a live auction at 6:30 p.m. Individual tickets for the event are available for $75.

The Quincy Rotary Club is actively seeking donations for both the silent and live auctions and sponsorships to support their ongoing charitable efforts. Those interested in contributing or learning more about the event can visit QuincyRotary.com or contact:

Mike Wilcox at 339.205.6363 ([email protected]) or

Margaret Laforest at 617.224.2974 ([email protected]).

Committee members Angela Ponte, Caryn Smith, Dolly Di Pesa, Duke Whitney, Frank Trainor, Helen Shiner, Janet Batson, Jenn Ormond, Jim Fagan, Mike Wilcox, Patrick McDermott, and Ed Barrett are also available to provide additional information.

For the past century, Quincy Rotarians have dedicated their time and efforts to volunteering and raising funds for numerous local, national, and international non-profit organizations. In 2023 alone, the club contributed over $50,000 to scholarships, local charities, and international service projects, all aimed at improving their community and the world.

The Quincy Rotary Club extends its sincere appreciation to past supporters and looks forward to another successful year of fundraising and community outreach. Tickets and sponsorships for the 1920s-themed event can be purchased through the club's website or by contacting the event organizers directly.

Quincy Symphony Orchestra Concludes Season with Prokofiev and Tchaikovsky

The Quincy Symphony Orchestra will conclude their season with a concert on April 28, 2024, at Quincy High School. The performance will feature violinist Claire Lee, winner of the 2024 Eleanor Nelson Competition, as the soloist in Prokofiev's Violin Concerto No. 1. The program also includes Tchaikovsky's Symphony No. 5, offering a diverse and engaging selection of works.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the artistry of violinist Claire Lee and the Quincy Symphony Orchestra in a program featuring two of classical music's most celebrated works. Mark your calendars for Sunday, April 28, 2024, at 2:30pm at Quincy High School.

Events this week in Quincy

4/27/24

• Yoga on Tap: Yoga meets the Brewery @ Break Rock 11am Tickets

• Fit Flow x Restore & Relax @ Capella Yoga 5pm Details

• Route One's Annual Fundraiser & Concert to address and end sex trafficking Details

• Stock the Stacks: A Prison Book Program Fundraiser @ United First Parish Church Tickets

4/28/24

• Classical Concert III @ Quincy High Auditorium 2:30pm Details

• Joey Voices at The Comedy Den @ Fox and Hound 7pm-8:30pm Tickets

• The Ultimate Tribute to Sinatra @ Quincy Sons of Italy 3pm-7pm Tickets

• Jimmy Westfall @ Liberty Tavern 4pm-7pm

• Burpees + Brews @ Break Rock 10:45am Sign up here

4/29/24

• Family Feud Pub Quiz @ Cronin's Publick House 7pm-9pm

• Open Mic Night @ Cagney's Restaurant & Pub 7pm

4/30/24

• Paint Your Own Glass Night @ Cagney's 6pm-8pm Details

• Open Mic Night @ Cagney's Restaurant & Pub 7pm

5/1/24

• Compassion in Every Step @ Granite Links 6pm Tickets

• Community Yoga Class @ Main Library 9:30am-10:30am

5/2/24

• Acoustic Song Circle with Mike Delaney @ Main Library 6pm-8pm

5/3/24

• Voices from Heaven Medium Event @ The Fox and Hound Tickets

• Next Stop Comedy @ Break Rock Brewing! Tickets

5/4/24

• Church Yard Sale @ Wollaston Cong 9am-1pm

• Cleaner Greener Quincy 9am-Noon

5/5/24

• Quincy Holi - Spring Festival of Colors @ Cavanagh Stadium 12pm-2pm

• Cinco De Mayo Party @ Fox & Hound 4pm-8pm Tickets

• Cinco De Mayo Party @ The Pour Yard 1pm-8pm

• Chicago Hounds at New England Free Jacks @ Veterans Memorial Stadium Tickets

5/6/24

• Spring Choral Concert: Quincy and North Quincy High Schools @ Main Library 3:30pm-4:30pm

5/8/24

• Taste of the South Shore 6pm @ Quincy YMCA Tickets

• Quincy Rotary Centennial Gala @ The Neighborhood Club Tickets

• Community Yoga Class @ Main Library 9:30am-10:30am

5/9/24

• Shopping, Sip, & Sea @ Quincy Yacht Club 6:30pm-9:30pm

• 2024 Fashion Show @ Quincy High 7pm

5/10/24

• ENCANTO by South West Drama Club @ SOUTH-WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL 6:30pm Tickets $5

5/11/24

• Mother's Day Drag Brunch @ Adams Inn Quincy 11am-2pm Tickets

• Quincy Multicultural Festival @ Pageant Field 12pm-4pm

• RUMBLE AT THE RINK @ Quincy Youth Area 7pm-11pm Tickets

• Bike Party at Marina Bay - Breakrock Brewery Details

• Dining in the Dark @ Craig's Cafe 6pm-9pm Tickets

• The DIRTY BIRDS of Boston & Friends - Adult Comedy Puppet Show Tickets

• ENCANTO by South West Drama Club @ SOUTH-WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL 12:30pm Tickets $5

5/18/24

• Music of the 40’s & 50’s @ Hancock Adams Common 1pm-7pm

• Community Yoga Class @ Main Library 9:30am-10:30am

• ROBOTICS CHALLENGE @ Quincy High 9am-2pm