新英格蘭台灣青年商會慶端午節吃粽子

左起，BTBA會長魏曉瑩，紐英倫玉山科協理事康雅玢，青商會幹部，青商會會長歐怡君，副會長饒夢華，波士頓經文處副處長陳銘俊，波士頓僑教中心主任歐宏偉，紐約青商會會長林敬倫，副會長林維洋，以及劍橋合唱團新團長屠澤寬(後)。(周菊子攝)

新英格蘭青年商會會長歐怡君(左起)敦請經文處副處長陳銘俊，
僑教中心主任歐宏偉致詞。(周菊子攝)

               (Boston Orange 周菊子牛頓市報導) 新英格蘭台灣青年商會(TYCCNE)6月3日在牛頓市海德社區慶祝端午節。會長歐怡君呼朋引伴，邀來60多名會員，會友和嘉賓"呷粽”，玩”超級比一比”，讓一眾帥哥美女在活動中應遊戲要求對視交流，一，二小時下來，彼此全成了好朋友。

新英格蘭青商會前任副會長許晃哲(前右二)等人都義不容辭的出席
支持。(周菊子攝)

               新英格蘭台灣青年商會是新英格蘭台灣商會為鼓勵青年參與，發起成立的組織，迄今已有鄭宇辰，康麗雪，王力遠，楊凱傑等人擔任過會長，今年四月由歐怡君接棒，和副會長饒夢華，顏伯任，鄭怡等組成執行團隊，計畫每個月舉辦職場分享，未來產業趨勢演講，聯誼，球賽，電影欣賞及生活小知識等不同活動，來為會員服務。

               6月3日是該會新屆幹部的第一場活動，駐波士頓台北經濟文化辦事處副處長陳銘俊，波士頓華僑文教中心主任歐宏偉都應邀出席，致詞。

新英格蘭台灣商會副會長李苡惠(前)也應邀出席，和出席者一起玩遊戲。
(周菊子攝)

               陳銘俊說，波士頓真是一個很好的地方，是美國歷史，文化，藝術，醫學的首都，更是生物科技上全世界的首都。不過從外地來美的人要找工作，融入本地生活，或多或少的難免遭遇盲點，青商會這活動給大家彼此認識，互助合作的機會，的確很有意義。他鼓勵青商們多交朋友，因為來到波士頓的人，常常一個比一個優秀，多交朋友，一定有驚喜。

               陳銘俊也提醒青商會員們，台灣雖小，卻是全美國的第7大留學生來源國，第9或第10大貿易國，不過和人數較少及貿易量也小得多的以色列相比，成功創業家還真的少很多。他鼓勵青商會員們趁年輕，多交朋友建立人脈，鼓起勇氣，組織團隊，嘗試創業。

               歐宏偉說明自己去年到波士頓上任，和上屆會長楊凱傑，許晃哲打過交道，要代表僑委會委員長吳新興表達端午問候，他還透露吳新興預定6月14日到訪波士頓，歡迎青商會員們參加傳統僑社的歡迎宴。談及對青商會的期許，歐宏偉直言自己有三大目標，要鼓勵所有海外青年參與傳統僑社活動，融入主流社會，連結台灣。他還建議青商們組織參訪團，他可帶隊拜會傳統僑社。

               紐約台灣青商會會長林敬倫，副會長林維洋當天特地從紐約趕到波士頓，支持友會活動，其他出席的本地友會代表有波士頓台灣人生物科技協會會長魏曉瑩，紐英倫玉山科技協會理事康雅玢，劍橋合唱團新任團長屠澤寬，新英格蘭台灣商會副會長李苡惠等人。南北家園，朋友圈等商家分別贊助了奶茶，蔥油餅等食品。

               查詢新英格蘭台灣青商會詳情，可上臉書https://www.facebook.com/groups/tyccne/。(6月7日更新)

華林功夫太極學校昆士市分部開幕(圖片)

華林功夫太極學校創辦人余翠梅(中白衣者)和師叔功陳植光，師伯伍振中等人及學生，老師合影。(周菊子攝)

華林功夫太極學校創辦人余翠梅(左起)和師叔功陳植光，師伯伍振中
展示華林龍舟隊旗幟。(周菊子攝)

余翠梅師傅教學生太極。(周菊子攝)

波士頓華埠槍擊案二嫌犯 一人被捕

在逃嫌犯，Greg Wright。

            (Boston Orange)波士頓華埠Hudson街66號前，5月27日凌晨兩點左右發生槍擊案，一名20歲出頭男子死亡案件，波士頓警察局6月4日宣佈已逮捕兩名嫌犯的其中之一，籲地方民眾協助追捕另一人。

             波士頓警方早前已公佈了兩名嫌犯的照片，個資，分別為現已被捕，23歲的Ricardo Edwards，以及住在劍橋市，仍然在逃的21歲Greg Wright。他們兩人都大約5尺10吋高，180磅重。

             5月27日凌晨兩點35分左右，警方聞訊趕到Hudson街時，發現一名20歲出頭男子受了槍傷，送醫院後不治死亡。警方表示還未能確認其身分。

             波士頓警察局局長尹萬斯(William Evans)表示，希望民眾協助搜尋另一名嫌犯。通報訊息可打電話給波士頓警察局凶殺案警探，617-343-4470。社區民眾有意匿名協助者，可打電話到”阻止犯罪者熱線”， 1-800-494-Tips，獲發短信”TIP”到 CRIME(27463)。

            Ricardo Edwards預定週一(6月5日)到波士頓地方法院出庭。

波士頓僑教中心為今夏返台服務青年辦行前說明會

波士頓僑教中心於6月3日下午舉辦「2017年華裔青年暑期回臺行前說明會」，邀請曾經參加過語文及英語服務營的學員分享經驗，以期今年暑假即將回臺參加活動的學員進一步的瞭解並做好各項準備，計有30名錄取學員及家長參加。

曾參加語文班的學生陳靜慧和李嘉欣準備了幻燈片，分享她們在淡江大學住宿6星期學習中文、認識新朋友的心得；去年參加英語服務營，分配到瑞芳國中的江彥龍詳細說明如何規劃課程、實際教學及旅遊參訪。三位學員都表示回臺參加暑期活動是他們難忘的學習經驗，也希望今年的學員要把握及珍惜這個機會。

波士頓僑教中心主任歐宏偉致詞時，特別叮嚀回臺學員們注意自身安全、遵守營隊規定，也鼓勵學員除了上課學習外也要多認識臺灣的人文風情。(圖文來源:波士頓華僑文教中心)

Artaic 用機器人客製化馬賽克磁磚 引來中國投資人

波士頓市政府經濟及策略計畫主任Andrew Grace(左)和Artaic Artaic
創辦人Ted Acworth(右)。(周菊子攝)

(Boston Orange 周菊子波士頓報導) 波士頓市創新經濟的一個成功案例，Artaic公司上週四(6月1日)在波士頓創新及設計大樓慶祝喬遷，開放參觀，波士頓市府經濟發展辦公室，新投資者InTeaHouse等相關單位都派員道賀。

Artaic創辦人Ted Acworth在他的個人領英網頁上指出，Aartaic是一家座落在波士頓，從麻省理工學院分拆出來的公司，主要生產客製化磁磚馬賽克藝術裝置的公司，持有尚待批准的機器人精準製造，以及電腦輔助設計系統專利。

Artaic創辦人Ted Acworth(右起)和InTeahouse創辦人劉欣，

LESSO聯塑海外品牌總監麥原。(周菊子攝)

該公司去年參加了InTeaHouse和麻州機器人協會主辦的參訪團，到中國五個城市做交流訪問。據悉經InTeaHouse穿針引線，獲得LESSO聯塑的投資。

波士頓市政府經濟及策略計畫主任Andrew Grace當晚代表波士頓市長馬丁華殊(Martin Walsh)， 經濟發展長約翰巴洛斯(John Barros)，為Artaic的總部喬遷至波士頓創新及設計大樓致詞。他指出，2010年時，經濟環境和現在大不相同。當時的波士頓市長正式宣佈，他要把海港區發展成為”創新區”的看法。這公開聲明是呼籲行動，因為地方上有迫切感，也有藉著初創公司，孵化器，一個創新廳，加速器，以及給大大小小公司地方，來測試機會的意願。。

這大膽構想生成7年以來，就形成了這個創新區，促成了那麼多的事發生。Artaic公司目睹了整個過程，就在波士頓，從一個小企業，科技公司，同時變成也是一個先進製造商。

Artaic第一代機器。

Artaic公司創辦人Ted Acworth以及該公司團隊代表了波士頓整合科技，設計，藝術及製造的最好結合。10年來，Artaic一直是波士頓市中心不斷成長的製造商，從4名員工到20名員工。在波士頓市政府支持下，麻州人力訓練補助項目在2012年，以及今年的2017年，都撥給了很重要的員工培訓補助，依序為82,000元，以及97,000元。

Artaic公司在這些資源的輔助下，為該公司的營運及資訊處理，發展出很完整的訓練系統，持續改善，還在製造過程中善用精簡概念，支持了該公司的磁磚馬賽克營業額成長到2016年的200萬元，比2015年增長了30%，比起2014年則是成長了一唄。

Artaic第二代機器。

Andrew Grace還指出，Artaic還和波士頓的社區組織合作，辦理人類藝術家的青年藝術企業計畫(Artists for Humanity’s Youth Arts Enterprise program)，為波士頓青少年提供有薪學徒機會，以及簡稱為STREAM的科學，技術，機器人，工程，藝術及數學等領域的創新經濟及實驗教育。

第38屆波士頓香港龍舟節 紀念香港回歸20週年

第三十八屆波士頓香港龍舟節

紀念香港回歸二十週年冠軍杯龍舟賽

（波士頓2017年5月30日）波士頓一年一度的香港龍舟賽將於六月十一日（星期日）舉行, 時間中午十二至下午五時。 2017年 是波士頓龍舟節和龍舟賽的第三十八週年。大波士頓地區、紐約、羅德島及加拿大渥太華等各地前來參賽的有七十五個龍舟隊，參賽船隊之多創歷年新高。屆時，七十五個隊的龍舟健兒們將在鑼鼓喧天聲中，劃著顏色鮮艷、船身輕盈的香港式龍舟， 在Weeks 步行橋和 Western Ave大橋之間的查理斯河中激烈角逐。龍舟賽激烈的競爭將在以下十個分組之間展開：集團組、金融組、醫保組、大學組、中國大學校友組、社區組、俱樂部組及女子組，高中組，以及癌癥幸存者專賽。本年度龍舟賽及節慶由波士頓龍舟節組委會主辦，由以下公司和單位贊助：香港駐紐約經濟貿易辦事處、道富銀行、Harvard Pilgrim Health Care、日產汽車、Eastern Bank、華人醫務中心等。香港駐紐約經濟貿易辦事處處長柏嘉禮，將出席開幕式並頒發為紀念香港回歸二十週年設置的冠軍杯特別獎杯。

 

龍舟賽事十一日清晨開始，文化節目則午間開場。所有的活動均免費向遊客開放。贊助商、主辦方及特邀嘉賓將於十二時為龍舟點睛。按照中國傳統習俗，龍在點睛之後騰飛升起。為點睛儀式增添聲勢的是劍橋中國文化中心的中國鼓和大波士頓文協的腰鼓舞。

今年的演出，有受歷年端午節龍舟賽觀眾歡迎的劍橋中國文化中心、大波士頓文協的舞蹈，中國民族特色濃郁的旗袍時裝秀，韓國傳統舞蹈、韓國武術表演，中國舞龍舞獅和日式大鼓表演。大受觀眾歡迎的著名歌手馮麗麗今年也會為我們帶來兩首動聽的中國歌曲。今年更為特別的還有特邀嗩吶表演藝術家郭雅誌先生為大家演奏清脆嘹亮的中國民族樂器嗩吶。喜歡現代時尚的觀眾，你們也有機會大飽眼福，觀看田博超先生的太空街舞。

今年的表演加介紹並邀請觀眾參與的展演活動，保留了去年的亞洲文化中心太極班的太極展示， 另外邀請了波士頓京劇協會為大家演示經典京劇片段，並教授京劇基本手勢和步式，以及女子巾幗舞獅隊和觀眾互動並表演舞獅。當然還有必不可少的大波士頓文協的傳統手工製作以及衆多亞洲美食攤位擺賣，請光臨參與並欣賞。

每年農歷五月初五（陽歷五月下旬至6月中旬）的端午節是為了紀念中國古代詩人愛國人士屈原（340-278 BCE）。作為楚國的政治領袖，屈原被認為是中國第一家傑出的詩人。屈原失去了國王的

青睞並且被被驅逐出他的家鄉楚國是因為他反對向強大的秦國妥協。在流亡期間，他寫的詩“離騷”顯示屈原對故國和人民的極大的忠誠。在公元前278，屈原聽說楚國已經被入侵。在絕望中他在汨羅江自盡。等楚國人趕到河裏去救他已經來不及了，他們向江水裏粽子以紀念屈原愛國的精神，同時也希望吃了粽子的魚兒們能夠從他的身上移開。

如今端午節龍舟賽已經成為世界上的一項熱門運動和節慶，而北美的第一箇龍舟節就於1979年始創於波士頓，迄今三十八年。這個慶祝活動向美國和世界人民介紹端午節龍舟賽，為推廣中國的以及亞洲的文化，發揮了巨大的作用。在大家的參與和支持下，波士頓龍舟節定能永保青春並越辦越好。

查詢可上網www.bostondragonboat.org，或洽國粵英語電話：(617) 259-0286，電子郵箱：pr@bostondragonboat.org。(波士頓龍舟節籌委會提供)

波士頓地區華文教師研習會 6/30起一連3天

2017年波士頓地區華文教師研習會，訂於6月30至7月2日舉行，由勒星頓中文學校主辦，中華民國僑務委員會贊助，波士頓華僑文教服務中心協助及提供場地。

今年度臺灣僑委會選派來北美巡迴講座的二位老師，都是非常具備理論基礎又有實際教學經驗的一時之選，而且課程安排非常趣味、有創意，相信一定能帶給所有來上課的學員不斷的驚喜。

同時為了引起學生對紙藝文化的興趣和瞭解，今年還增聘了一位教授紙藝文化的老師，歡迎有興趣的老師們和家長們報名參加。

線上報名表  https://goo.gl/forms/8oFHUbLduNrtXEIx2

2017年波士頓地區海外華文教師研習會

【報名簡章】

一. 研習目的：中華民國僑務委員會為協助海外華文教師汲取現行最新教學方法，精進華語文教師知能，委託勒星頓中文學校主辦波士頓地區海外華文教師研習會(以下簡稱本研習會)。

二. 研習對象：教授正體中文之僑校及公私立中小學之現職教師、儲備教師、相關華語文教育工作者，以及未來有意從事正體字華語文教育工作者，均可報名參加。全程參加研習活動者，獲頒中華民國僑務委員會發給之中英文結業證書(含研習時數證明)。

三. 課程與師資: 本研習會由僑委會委託推薦講座並進行課程規劃，

研習課表、講座及課程內容等相關資料將陸續公布

四. 參加名額：30人名額有限，額滿為止。

五. 研習日期：2017 年 6 月30 日 (星期五) 至 7 月 2 日 (星期日)

六. 研習時間：6月30日下午1:00～5:00

              7月1日至2日上午9:00~下午4:00

七. 研習地點：波士頓華僑文教服務中心

              (90 Lincoln St., Newton Highlands,MA 02461)

八. 報名方式 : 本次活動一律採取線上報名

    線上報名表  https://goo.gl/forms/8oFHUbLduNrtXEIx2

九. 報名費用:$30 (包括兩天研習餐費及教材)

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Governor Baker Issues Statement Regarding Massachusetts Joining the U.S. Climate Alliance

Governor Baker Issues Statement Regarding Massachusetts Joining the U.S. Climate Alliance

BOSTON - Today(June 2nd), Governor Charlie Baker released the following statement regarding the decision to join the U.S. Climate Alliance:

“As the Commonwealth reiterates its commitment to exceed the emission reduction targets of the Paris Climate Agreement, today we join the U.S. Climate Alliance to expand on our efforts while partnering with other states to combat climate change.  After speaking with Governors Cuomo and Scott, our administration looks forward to continued, bipartisan collaboration with other states to protect the environment, grow the economy and deliver a brighter future to the next generation."

Governor Baker Issues Statement Regarding Trump-Pence Administration Withdrawal from Paris Climate Agreement

BOSTON - Today (June 1st), Governor Charlie Baker released the following statement in response to the Trump-Pence Administration’s decision to withdraw from the Paris Climate Agreement:

“While the decision by the Trump-Pence Administration to withdraw from the Paris Climate Agreement is disappointing, the Commonwealth is committed to working with our partners around the nation and world to reduce carbon emissions. Despite today’s announcement, Massachusetts is aggressively working to exceed the goals of the Paris Agreement on the state level, while growing our economy through clean energy innovation and environmental stewardship. In Massachusetts and around the world, climate change is a shared reality and our ability to rise and respond to this challenge will shape future generations.”

USGBC Massachusetts stands together with Governor Baker, Mayor Walsh, and the more than 80 other Governors and Mayors across the region and across the country who have committed to upholding the Paris Climate Agreement and to pushing forward despite the failure of Federal leadership. We condemn the decision of the current Administration to withdraw the United States from the Paris Climate Agreement, and we redouble our commitment to drive sustainable and regenerative design, construction, and operation of the built environment!  As professionals, practitioners, and builders responsible for the construction and operation of our buildings, infrastructure, and communities, we can and will continue to lead the climate change fight! We can and will build carbon neutral cities and communities. Now more than ever, our vision of  thriving and diverse communities that are creating net positive buildings and neighborhoods provides a path forward.  Together, we are showing that positive environmental and social outcomes are not at odds with economics, but are actually drivers of new economic growth and new job creation. Today Massachusetts and Boston  lead the nation in energy efficiency and green building construction. We are a hub of innovation and economic growth and we are committed to a thriving and inclusive society. We are confident that even in the face of an antagonistic Administration,  we can demonstrate leadership and we can work together towards a positive future for everyone.   Join us in this!   Become a member, or a sponsor, or attend our upcoming Showcase of projects demonstrating this work, and together we will help fulfill on the Paris Climate Agreement. Sincerely, The Board of Directors and Celis Brisbin, Acting Executive Director

Newton Mayor Setti Warren Affirms City’s Commitment to Paris Climate Agreement

Newton Mayor Setti Warren Affirms City’s Commitment to Paris Climate Agreement

To Join Over 80 Mayors in Signing Climate Mayors’ Statement

Newton, MA – Newton Mayor Setti Warren will join over 80 mayors from across the country in signing a statement that affirms their commitment to the Paris Climate Agreement.

“If Washington will not lead on climate change, cities and states must step in,” said Mayor Warren. “I am proud to sign this statement that affirms Newton’s commitment to the principles and goals outlined in the Paris Climate Agreement, joining us in partnership with cities across the country and countries across the world to protect the planet from the devastating impacts of climate change. In Newton, we have reduced the city’s carbon footprint in half since I took office in 2010. We will continue to invest in solar energy opportunities, build energy efficient buildings, and pursue additional technological advances to ensure that we are doing our part in this effort.”

By signing this statement, Mayor Warren commits Newton to “meet…current climate goals, push for new action to meet the 1.5 degrees Celsius target, and work together [with other cities and international partners] to create a 21st century clean energy economy.”

MAYOR WALSH vow to uphold Paris Climate agreement

STATEMENT FROM MAYOR WALSH

BOSTON - Thursday, June 1, 2017 - Mayor Martin J. Walsh released the following statement regarding today's announcement from the White House that the U.S. will withdraw from the Paris climate agreement: "Withdrawing the U.S. from the Paris climate agreement isn't just a setback, it's irresponsible. This damages our nation's reputation as an international leader and puts future generations at risk to the threat of climate change. Boston will not standby given what's at stake. We are committed to addressing climate change head on and will accelerate Boston's efforts to become carbon neutral by 2050. Fighting climate change means fighting for all those affected by worsening air quality, extreme heat, eroding coastlines -- issues that will continue to impact residents for generations to come. As Mayor, I will continue to work with U.S. Mayors and cities around the world to uphold the tenets of the Paris climate agreement and protect Boston against the very real impacts of climate change." Mayor Walsh is a member of Climate Mayors (Mayors National Climate Action Agenda or MNCAA), a network of 87 U.S. mayors representing over 42 million Americans -- working together to strengthen local efforts for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and supporting efforts for binding federal and global-level policy making.  Climate Mayors recently released an open letter to President Trump to oppose his actions thus far against climate action. In January, 30 Climate Mayors issued an EV RFI to show automakers and manufacturers that 114,000 of their cities' cars and trucks could be electrified. Mayor Walsh is also North American Vice Chair of the C40 Cities Climate Leadership Group, an international network of the world's major cities addressing climate change. June 01, 2017         Hi Chutze -- This afternoon the White House announced that the U.S. will withdraw from the Paris Climate Agreement. This action does not change the course of Boston’s climate initiatives. The City of Boston and Mayor Walsh are committed to addressing climate change head on and will accelerate Boston’s efforts to become carbon neutral by 2050. Yesterday, Mayor Walsh held a press conference urging President Trump not to pull out of the Paris climate agreement. You can read Boston’s message on the Paris Agreement here and watch a short video of the press conference here. Greenovate Boston and the City will continue to reduce our carbon emissions, invest in clean energy, support green jobs, and help Bostonians take climate action.  Please help us spread the word by sharing the Mayor’s message far and wide with your friends, family, and neighbors and ask them to join us in protecting the climate.Austin Blackmon City of Boston Chief of Environment, Energy, and Open Space

STATEMENT OF ATTORNEY GENERAL MAURA HEALEY ON JOINING THE U.S. CLIMATE ALLIANCE

STATEMENT OF ATTORNEY GENERAL MAURA HEALEY ON JOINING THE U.S. CLIMATE ALLIANCE

BOSTON – Attorney General Maura Healey today released the following statement on joining the U.S. Climate Alliance:

                “Massachusetts has always been on the front lines of the effort to address the threat of climate change and build a clean energy economy. Now more than ever, it is time to lead. We must protect our residents and uphold our commitment to future generations by joining other states in the U.S. Climate Alliance. When President Trump decides to abandon his obligation to protect this planet, we must step in, join together and fight for our future.”

C40 Mayors stands together for Paris agreement

It poses a unique threat to the future of our planet, and puts in peril the health, prosperity, security and the very survival of our children and grandchildren. The scientific evidence is undeniable and beyond doubt. 2016 was the hottest year globally since temperature records began and 16 of the planet’s 17 hottest years on record have occurred in the 21st century.   The effects of climate disruption are already being felt in the great cities of the world, from hurricanes in New Orleans and New York, floods in Paris, Houston and Montreal, deadly heatwaves in Sydney, to toxic air pollution in Beijing, New Delhi and in all large cities. This explains why more than 190 nations decided to sign the Paris Agreement on Climate Change in 2015.   That incredible diplomatic achievement could not have been secured without the decisive role of the United States of America. That is why it is a dramatic mistake for President Trump to pull the US out of the Paris Agreement.   As the Chair of C40, a network of 91 of the world’s major cities committed to tackling climate change, and as the Mayor of Paris, I urge the US Administration to reconsider their decision. The next four years will be crucial in determining if the worst effects of climate change can be avoided. American leadership on this urgent challenge is needed now more than ever.   Regardless of President Trump’s final decision, the great cities of the world, in particular the twelve American C40 cities, remain resolutely committed to doing what needs to be done to implement the Paris Agreement.   Not a single day goes by without C40 mayors on every continent making bold and pioneering choices, serving citizens of the future. We will be relentless. The evidence and urgency of the climate crisis as well as the economic potential in shifting towards a greener future, leaves us no alternative.   Anne Hidalgo, Mayor of Paris & C40 Chair Read the full statement here.

MAYOR WALSH ANNOUNCES BOSTON CULTURAL COUNCIL ARTIST FELLOWSHIP AWARD TO SUPPORT INDIVIDUAL ARTISTS

MAYOR WALSH ANNOUNCES BOSTON CULTURAL COUNCIL ARTIST FELLOWSHIP AWARD TO SUPPORT INDIVIDUAL ARTISTS

Pilot program invests total of $50,000 in the advancement of five artists

BOSTON - Friday, June 2, 2017 - Mayor Martin J. Walsh and the Mayor's Office of Arts and Culture, in partnership with the Boston Cultural Council, today announced the City's first-ever Artist Fellowship Award pilot program designed to invest in the advancement of artists living in Boston. The City of Boston will offer five fellowship awards in 2017, each worth $10,000, to recognize exceptional original artistic work through the City, helping recipients advance their careers and continue their work in Boston. "When we launched the Boston Creates Cultural Plan, we talked about what it will take to keep artists in Boston, and we committed to investing in individual artists," said Mayor Walsh. "The Artist Fellowship Award recognizes that artists offer an essential contribution to our City and will provide them with the resources necessary to dedicate their time to continuing to create high quality work." Awards will be distributed across artistic disciplines to artists from a diverse range of backgrounds who live and work in different neighborhoods throughout the City. Throughout the one-year fellowship, recipients will collaborate with the City of Boston on an event to showcase their individual work. In addition, recipients will receive professional development support, mentorship specialized to their needs and collaborative support from the Mayor's Office of Arts and Culture.   "Boston has a deep community of talented artists who have been creating extraordinary work," said Julie Burros, Chief of Arts and Culture for the City of Boston. "The Boston Creates Cultural Plan has allowed us to provide artists with additional support. The Artist Fellowship Award will help artists to grow and develop their careers while reinforcing their importance to the city." The Artist Fellowship Award is open to all individual artists who work professionally in art disciplines. The application is available in six languages, including English, Cape Verdean Creole, Chinese, Haitian Creole, Spanish and Vietnamese. The applicant must be a City of Boston resident and must maintain residency through the year of fellowship. The artist must have lived in Boston for at least three years before applying and must be able to illustrate at least three years of experience creating art. An applicant cannot be enrolled in a degree program when applying for the Artist Fellowship Award and during the year of fellowship.   The Artist Fellowship Award is an unrestricted award that can be used for expenses at the discretion of the recipient, providing the support they need to be able to continue their work. Applications for the Artist Fellowship Award are now available and will be accepted through July 10, 2017. All application will be reviewed by a panel of jurors from the Boston Cultural Council. Award recipients will be announced in late summer. For more information and to apply, click here.