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Steve Walsh’s first impression of the Vine neighborhood, in 1993, was “cool place, a good vibe and the people are wonderful.”
Today, as executive director of the Vine Neighborhood Association, he speaks with passion about this “great neighborhood” with its diverse population of families and retirees; students, entrepreneurs and professionals; musicians, artists, actors and writers…