1. SMALL TOWN LIVING WITH A CITY VIEW
8.6
MILES TO DOWNTOWN
BOSTON
COMMUNITY • NATURE • HISTORY
SQUANTUM
2. COMMUNITY
100
YEARS AND COUNTING:
CELEBRATING TOGETHER &
BUILDING COMMUNITY
Ask just about anyone that grew up
here and they will tell you there’s no
place like Squantum when it comes to
celebrating the 4th! Each year the
parade is a highlight as young
participants dress up in costume to
walk the parade route and streets
compete to win bragging rights for the
best float. The celebration continues
with frozen treats and an awards
ceremony at Wendall Moses Park,
behind the school. After a day of
cookouts and family reunions, folks line
the seawall along Dorchester Street for
the best view of the fireworks over
Boston Harbor.
THE JULY 4TH PARADE IS
A CHERISHED TRADITION
Two more recent, but no less treasured,
traditions are the annual Squantum 5 Road
Race which takes place in the Summer and
raises funds for the Dana Farber Marathon
Challenge. In the Fall, the family oriented
Turkey Trot happens on Thanksgiving
morning with proceeds going to support
the 4th of July parade.
photo: John Sweeney www.madkatstudios,com
Having a school nestled in among residences
provides a vitality to the neighborhood that reaches
far beyond the schoolroom. Drive by Squantum
Elementary School on any given morning and you
will see parents lingering to chat long after the bell
has rung. After school, Carmine’s Cafe bustles with
activity as families gather for a slice of pizza and kids
line up to buy “slushies.” During the warmer
months, children walk or ride their bikes between
home and the newly renovated playground. Young
and old alike set up lawn chairs on the fields behind
the school and watch t-ball, little league, or softball
games and practices for the championship
“Squantum Storm” football team and cheerleaders.
A NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL IS THE
CORNERSTONE OF A VIBRANT
COMMUNITY
3. 1
IS ALL IT TAKES. PARTICIPATING
IN ONE SOCIAL GROUP A YEAR
IMPROVES QUALITY OF LIFE
KNOWING YOUR NEIGHBORS BUILDS STRONGER
AND SAFER COMMUNITIES
FIRST CHURCH OF SQUANTUM (CONGREGATIONAL)
“Loving Kindness Because of God” — We are a multi-generational
community trying to love God with our whole hearts, minds and
strength. Worship for all ages every Sunday at 10 a.m., 164 Bellevue
Road, 617.328.6649, firstchurchsquantum.org.
BRADY • KENNY • O’BRIEN ACADEMY
Building self-esteem, fostering friendships and teaching tradition. We
work with families to ensure the education, practice and enjoyment of
Irish Dance is affordable, fun and a positive experience specifically
tailored to each dancer’s needs. Visit bradykennyobrien.com.
SEASIDE GARDENERS
Engaged in environmental conservation, beautification, and civic projects.
Monthly meetings are held at the Kennedy Center with additional events
held throughout the year. More information about the club and other
programs and events can be found on squantumscoop.com.
Here is just a small sampling of social clubs
and organizations in Squantum:
SQUANTUM CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP
A local expression of Christ’s church celebrating Jesus, studying God’s
word, sharing Gospel, living in community and loving our city.
Sunday worship service: 10 a.m., Squantum Elementary School, Media
Center, 50 Huckins Ave. Visit squantumcf.org for more info.
AWAKENING SPIRIT YOGA
Accelerate, awaken and reenergize as you transform the mind, body
and spirit with a practice of Triyoga. Classes and workshops are
available for adults and children; beginner to intermediate as well as
therapeutic yoga. Visit awakeningspirityoga.com for class schedules.
Photo:MaryEllenCameron
4. 10
THERE’S MORE TO EXPLORE AT THE SHORE
WHEN YOUR BACKYARD IS
THE OCEAN YOU’RE GOING
TO WANT TO COME OUT
AND PLAY
Connecting with nature is important for young
and old alike. Whether it’s a hike on Squaw
Rock or paddling a kayak in Dorchester Bay,
living on the ocean will provide
endless opportunities to
venture outdoors. Take a
walk along the sandbar
at Orchard Beach
and you may come
home with some
sea glass in your
pocket. Low tide
is also the best
time for catching a
g l i m p s e o f t h e
creatures that live in
t h e t i d e p o o l s :
periwinkles, clams and
even oysters thrive on our
coast. The salt marshes attract a variety
of fascinating birds. Each year, residents hope
to be the first to claim a sighting of the osprey
returning to his perch. In the Spring, flocks of
egrets line the shores of the causeway
while a sharp shinned hawk scouts
for prey. Originally used as a
naval airfield, Squantum
Point Park is an idyllic
place for bird watching.
Open year round, this
recreational spot
offers a fishing pier,
walking trails, and
p i c n i c a rea s w i t h
tidbits of aviation
h i s t o r y s p r i n k l e d
throughout. The views of
t h e B o s t o n s k y l i n e a r e
spectacular and there is also a
popular dog park. (photo: Suzanne Lawless)
THE WONDERS OF NATURE
MINUTES OF DAILY SUN CAN
HELP YOU STAY HEALTHY
Photo:LaurieHiggins
NATURE
5. HISTORY
Celebrated aviator, Amelia Earhart helped finance the creation of
Dennison Airport, which later became the Squantum Naval
Air Station. She was a passenger on the first official flight
out of Dennison and logged many hours as a pilot there.
It was a popular destination for airshows and attracted
spectators and distinguished visitors from near and far.
During WW II the airfield played a vital role in the war
effort by serving as a training ground for Navy and
Marine Corps pilots and by providing advanced training
for British Royal Navy torpedo and dive bomber squadrons
and for US Navy carrier air groups. It also served as a patrol
base protecting the local waters from German submarines.
A PROUD HISTORY
30
IS THE AGE OF AMELIA EARHART WHEN SHE
FLEW ON THE INAUGURAL FLIGHT OUT OF
DENNISON AIRPORT IN SQUANTUM
SEVERAL
STREETS STILL
BEAR THE
FAMILY NAMES
OF LOTTA
CRABTREE
Lotta Crabtree, darling of the
American stage during the era
of burlesque, spent much of
her later years in Squantum. It
is said that she believed the
climate here would be
beneficial to the health of her
brother, Ashworth and their
horses. A stone for one of her
horses still exists on Livesey
Road.
Not much is known about Squanto’s early years but historians agree that his
assistance was vital to the survival of the Plymouth colonists. He is credited with
teaching the Pilgrims native methods for the cultivation and fertilization of corn. He
was taken to England where he was taught English and was trained to serve as an
interpreter. In 1621 he accompanied Myles Standish to visit tribal chief,
Chickatawbut, at Moswetuset Hummock, located at the head of the present day
causeway entering Squantum.
SQUANTUM TOOK ITS NAME
FROM TISQUANTUM (SQUANTO)
airandspace.si.edu
6. Boston Harbor Islands
Many of the Boston Harbor
Islands are accessible by private
boat and are open for public
recreation. Attractions include
hiking and biking trails, beaches,
overnight camping, a civil war
era fort (Fort Warren) located on
Georges Island and Boston Light
on Little Brewster Island. No
boat? No worries. The islands
are also accessible by public
transportation and a ferry
system. For more information
visit bostonharborislands.org.
Bus Route 211 • Red Line (North Quincy)
Some days it’s easy to forget that Squantum is actually part of a
much bigger city and that it’s situated just minutes away from a
major metropolis. Small town living is great but when the Big City
beckons, and you don’t feel like driving, all you have to do is hop on
the 211 and you're on your way!
photo:LiisaMarcheski
EVERYONE HAS A FAVORITE SPOT
The ocean is always changing…low tide, high tide,
stormy days or calm. We each have a favorite time of
day and a favorite spot for viewing the majesty of the
sea. Squantum offers many such vantage points, Squaw
Rock, Orchard Beach, Nickerson Beach and “The Cove”.
Most of these spots are relatively secluded and low
traffic. On those days when you want a little more
action all you have to do is head out the Causeway to
visit Wollaston Beach. You can grab some fried clams
or an ice cream cone while you’re there. If it's a
romantic dinner you’re after than go no farther then
Marina Bay for a stroll on the boardwalk and your
choice of fine dining.
EXPLORE NEXT DOOR…
7. Local Business Directory
For non emergencies & city services:
Quincy Police Department 617-479-1212.................
Quincy Fire Department 617-376-1011....................
Poison Control 1-800-222-1212................................
Animal Control 617-376-1364...................................
Council on Aging/Elder Services 617-376-1240........
Harbormaster 617-745-5896....................................
Trash Collection 617-376-7556..................................
MBTA 617-222-5000..................................................
National Grid
(electrical outages) 1-800-465-1212.........................
(gas leaks/emergencies) 1-800-233-5325.................
Comcast/Xfinity 1-800-934-6489..............................
Verizon 1-800-837-4966............................................
EMERGENCY: 911
If you would like to have your Squantum area business listed in this
directory please contact:
Deborah Riley
Success! Real Estate
617-447-3591
deborah.riley09@gmail.com
IMPORTANT WEBSITES TO REMEMBER
American Legion, Nickerson Post #382 617-328-9824.....................................................
Ayers Collision Center 617-328-0056...............................................................................
Carmine’s Cafe 617-479-4404..........................................................................................
Captain Fishbones 617-471-3511....................................................................................
Chanty at Marina Bay,The 617-847-4251.........................................................................
CVS Pharmacy Store #2454 617-471-0041.......................................................................
Dave’s II Auto Service 617-302-3928................................................................................
Dunkin Donuts 617-479-0442..........................................................................................
First Church of Squantum (Congregational) 617-328-6649.............................................
Port 305 617-302-4447....................................................................................................
Siro’s 617-472-4500.........................................................................................................
Squantum Christian Fellowship squantumcf.org..............................................................
Squantum Cutters 617-328-3780.....................................................................................
Squantum School 617-984-8706.....................................................................................
Tedeschi Food Shops 617-328-7289.................................................................................
Yellow Cab of Quincy 617-773-6262................................................................................
City of Quincy www.quincyma.gov........................................................
Squantum Scoop www.squantumscoop.com........................................
Nextdoor Squantum www.squantum.nextdoor.com.............................
