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Resilient Moakley Park Connectors Site Walk

Join the City of Boston Environment Department, City of Boston Parks and Recreation Department, the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation, and the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority in person onsite to learn about their joint work to design coastal resilience strategies in the areas north and south of Moakley Park.

April 27, 2024
Event Date2024-04-27T10:00:00 - 2024-04-27T12:00:00
RAIN DATE: Saturday, May 4, 2024

Join us onsite to hear about the project and how it connects to ongoing and future work in the area. Learn about the goals of the coastal flood protection work and tell us what you think about the location, including:

  • Safety (heat, traffic, etc.)
  • Accessibility (ease of crossing)
  • Programming (either informal or formal)

Please note this event will cover the same information as the virtual workshop on April 30.

NOTICE OF ACCOMMODATIONS

English: Interpretation, translation, and disability accommodation services are available to you at no cost. If you need them, please contact us at Hannah.Wagner@boston.gov, daniel.tillman@boston.gov, or 617-635-4398 by: 4/12/2024.                                 

Spanish - Español: Hay servicios de interpretación, traducción y adaptaciones para discapacidades a su disposición sin costo alguno. Si los necesita, por favor póngase en contacto con nosotros mandando un correo electrónico a Hannah.Wagner@boston.gov, daniel.tillman@boston.gov o llamando a 617-635-4398, hasta esta fecha: 4/12/2024.

Haitian Creole - Kreyòl ayisyen:  Sèvis entèpretasyon, tradiksyon, ak sèvis akomodasyon pou andikape disponib pou ou gratis. Si w bezwen sèvis sa yo, tanpri kontakte nou nan Hannah.Wagner@boston.gov,  daniel.tillman@boston.gov oswa 617-635-4398, ant: 4/12/2024.

Traditional Chinese - 繁體中文:  我們可以為您提供免費的口譯, 筆譯, 和殘疾人士合理照顧服務。如有需要,請在04 月 12 日, 前與我們連絡,發電子郵件至 Hannah.Wagner@boston.gov, daniel.tillman@boston.gov, 或致電 617-635-4398.

Vietnamese - Tiếng Việt: Các dịch vụ thông dịch, dịch thuật và hỗ trợ người khuyết tật được cung cấp miễn phí cho bạn. Nếu bạn cần họ, vui lòng liên lạc với chúng tôi theo địa chỉ Hannah.Wagner@boston.gov, daniel.tillman@boston.gov, hoặc 617-635-4398 trước ngày: 4/12/2024.

Simplified Chinese -  简体中文:  我们可以为您提供免费的口译, 笔译, 和残疾人士合理照顾服务。如有需要,请在04 月 12 日 前与我们联系, 发电子邮件至 Hannah.Wagner@boston.gov, daniel.tillman@boston.gov, 或致电 617-635-4398.

Cabo Verdean Creole - kriolu:  Nu ta oferese-bu sirvisus di interpretason, traduson y sirvisus di komodason pa gentis ku difisénsia di grasa. Si bu meste kes sirvisu la, kontata-nu pa email Hannah.Wagner@boston.gov,  daniel.tillman@boston.gov, ó pa telefóni, pa númeru 617-635-4398. Na es data: 4/12/2024.

 Arabic - العربية

خدمات الترجمة الشفوية والتحريرية والتسهيلات لذوي الإعاقة متوفرة لك دون تحملك أي تكلفة. إذا احتجت لهذه الخدمات، يرجى التواصل معنا على البريد الألكتروني Hannah.Wagner@boston.gov ،daniel.tillman@boston.gov، أو على رقم الهاتف 617-635-4398 بحلول يوم 4/12/2024.

Russian - Русский: Услуги устного и письменного перевода и по приспособлению инвалидов предоставляются бесплатно. Если Вам они нужны, просьба связаться с нами по адресу электронной почты Hannah.Wagner@boston.gov, daniel.tillman@boston.gov либо по телефону 617-635-4398до 4/12/2024.

Portuguese - Português: Disponibilizamos serviços de tradução e interpretação e adaptações especiais para pessoas com deficiências gratuitamente. Para solicitar, envie e-mail para Hannah.Wagner@boston.gov,  daniel.tillman@boston.gov, ou ligue para 617-635-4398 até o dia 4/12/2024.

French - Français: Les services d'interprétation, de traduction et d'adaptation aux personnes handicapées sont à votre disposition gratuitement. Si vous en avez besoin, veuillez nous contacter à Hannah.Wagner@boston.gov, daniel.tillman@boston.gov, ou au 617-635-4398, d'ici au: 4/12/2024.

Somali - Af Soomaali: Adeegyada tarjumaadda luuqadaha iyo hoyga naafada ayaa diyaar kuu ah adiga oo aan wax kharash ah ka bixin. Haddii aad u baahatid iyaga, fadlan nagala soo xiriir Hannah.Wagner@boston.gov, daniel.tillman@boston.gov ama 617-635-4398 markay taariikhdu tahay: 4/12/2024.

April 27, 2024
Event Date2024-04-27T10:00:00 - 2024-04-27T12:00:00

Sherrin Woods Urban Wild 'Spring Cleaning'

Join Urban Wilds staff and your neighbors to help care for one of Boston's largest Urban Wilds.

May 4, 2024
Event Date2024-05-04T10:00:00 - 2024-05-04T13:00:00

We will work together to remove trash and debris from the Urban Wild, making our hiking trails and rock climbing area safer for all users. Please make sure to bring sturdy, close-toed shoes and clothes you wouldn't mind getting dirty.

Rain date Sunday May 5th at the same time. 

No experience necessary. Urban Wilds staff will provide tools and instruction.

Please register for the event

 

May 4, 2024
Event Date2024-05-04T10:00:00 - 2024-05-04T13:00:00

Serve and Learn: Tree Planting At Roslindale Wetlands Urban Wild

Join Urban Wilds staff and the Roslindale Wetlands Taskforce in this spring's Serve and Learn event!

April 6, 2024
Event Date2024-04-06T09:00:00 - 2024-04-06T12:00:00

A Serve and Learn event is a special chance for community members to learn about wildlife, plants, and how we can care for our natural world. Not only can people "learn" through these events, but they can also put their newfound knowledge to work during the "serve" portion.

In this Serve and Learn, Urban Wilds staff will lead lessons on proper tree and shrub planting techniques as well as invasive plant management. Volunteers will get the chance to plant trees and practice their weeding skills. Many thanks to the Longfellow Area Neighborhood Association's Roslindale Wetlands Taskforce for crowdsourcing funds for new trees and shrubs. 

Register for the event

April 6, 2024
Event Date2024-04-06T09:00:00 - 2024-04-06T12:00:00

Welcome Home Brunch

Join us at our Welcome Home Bunch Saturday, April 13,  at 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The location of this event is at Boston University 43 Hawes Street, Brookline, MA 02446. Resources and benefits information for our veterans will be onsite.

April 13, 2024
Event Date2024-04-13T10:00:00 - 2024-04-13T14:00:00

Welcome Home Bunch is an opportunity for organizations to provide information and resources to veterans attending the event through tabling. Veterans will be able to apply to programs that meet their specific needs and learn about the different opportunities available to them. Brunch will also be served where veterans can interact with each other and representatives from each organization over a meal.

 Register Now

Here is a list of resource and benefits information that will be provided:

  • City of Boston’s Office of Veterans’ Services
  • Depth Purpose Freedom Project: Provide information on their program
  • Boston VA Healthcare: provide information on VA claim
  • New England VA Outreach: provide information on VA events and healthcare options
  • Boston VetCenter: provide information regarding VA mental health and PTSD resources
  •  VFW 1018: Membership recruiting and sign up and what the organization does
  • Treasurer's Veterans' Bonus Division: processing Welcome Home Bonus applications
  • ABCD Fuel: provide information on their fuel program and what discounts are available
  • StackUp Gaming: provide information about how they assist veterans mental health through gaming and how to sign up for a free gaming device
  • HomeBase: provide information on resource on veterans mental health and substance abuse issues
  • VetForce: provide information on technology training and employment opportunities Sales Force provides veterans for free
  • Brighton Marine: provide information on there organization
  • Community Rowing Inc. (CRI): provide information on the organization and free veteran rowing programs
  • Pets for Vets: provide information regarding service animals for veterans
  • American Legion: membership recruiting and sign up and what the organization does
  • City of Boston Human Resources: provide information on City of Boston job opportunities and benefits
  • VA Volunteer: Volunteer opportunities within the VA
  • Boston University:  programs for veterans and possible giveaway from BU President
  • Gulf war Illness Research Group: BU Research Group
  • Patriots Foundation: special guest Pat the Patriot, Revs mascot, and 1x cheerleader
  • Franklin Cummings Tech: information on paths to careers in the STEM field

  • Disabled American Veterans: information and assistance with VA Disability Claims

Please contact our office for more details on this event.

April 13, 2024
Event Date2024-04-13T10:00:00 - 2024-04-13T14:00:00

West Roxbury Liaison Decaf Coffee Hours

West Roxbury Coffee Hours are hosted by neighborhood liaison Ben Tayag.

June 18, 2024
  • 6:00pm - 7:00pm
  • Roche Bros
    1800 Centre St
    West Roxbury, MA 02132
  • Contact:
    Ben Tayag
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2024-06-18T18:00:42 - 2024-06-18T19:00:00

Join Tayag for a special evening edition of Coffee Hours! 

The Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Services liaisons hosts weekly Coffee Hours located conveniently in each neighborhood. This is an opportunity to connect with your neighborhood liaison to receive support connecting with City departments, addressing any concerns, or just to say hello to connect joyfully. 

Neighborhood liaisons look forward to hearing how Boston can improve our neighborhoods.

June 18, 2024
  • 6:00pm - 7:00pm
  • Roche Bros
    1800 Centre St
    West Roxbury, MA 02132
  • Contact:
    Ben Tayag
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2024-06-18T18:00:42 - 2024-06-18T19:00:00

Office Of Historic Preservation Vision Event

Over the next several months the Office of Historic Preservation will be making outreach efforts to various neighborhood groups.

March 12, 2024
Event Date2024-03-12T18:00:00 - 2024-03-12T20:00:00

Established in 2022, our mission at the Office of Historic Preservation is to safeguard Boston's rich cultural heritage while amplifying the voices of underrepresented Bostonians. Housed within the Environment, Energy, and Open Space Cabinet, our department includes the Boston Landmarks Commission, the City Archaeology Program, and the Commemoration Commission.

OHP VISION EVENT

Over the next several months the Office of Historic Preservation will continue it's outreach efforts to various neighborhood groups. The presentations aim is to advocate for a new framework showcasing how historic preservation can address some of Boston's pressing challenges in environmental sustainability, social equity, and affordable housing.

March 12, 2024
Event Date2024-03-12T18:00:00 - 2024-03-12T20:00:00

CitiMic

Join us for this open mic event in celebration of National Poetry Month!

April 5, 2024
  • 5:30pm - 8:00pm
  • Civic Pavilion
    5 Congress Street
    Boston, MA 02203
  • Contact:
    Arts & Culture
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Published Date
Event Date2024-04-05T17:30:21 - 2024-04-05T20:00:00

Hosted by Boston Poet Laureate Porsha Olayiwola, featuring special guest Chen Chen, and in collaboration with the Mayor's Office of Arts and Culture, CitiMic is an opportunity to spend an evening celebrating poetry written and performed by your friends, family, neighbors, and community members. Join us to share your own poetry or as an audience member, enjoying the talent that Boston's poets have to offer.

Doors and sign-up for the open mic are at 5:30 p.m. Programming begins at 6 p.m. Light refreshments will be provided.

RSVP for the event

Graphic with text: "CitiMic: Open Mic in Celebration of National Poetry Month - Friday, April 5, 2024 - Doors & Sign-up: 5:30, Open Mic: 6:00. Host: Porsha Olayiwola, Feature: Chen Chen. Civic Pavilion 5 Congress St Boston MA. Register: boston.gov/calendar/citimic"

WBUR and WERS are media partners for the Mayor's Office of Arts & Culture's 2024 event season. 

logos for WBUR and WERS

 

April 5, 2024
  • 5:30pm - 8:00pm
  • Civic Pavilion
    5 Congress Street
    Boston, MA 02203
  • Contact:
    Arts & Culture
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Published Date
Event Date2024-04-05T17:30:21 - 2024-04-05T20:00:00

Open Your Heart: Immigrant Stories from Boston and Beyond

Join ZUMIX and Hoopla Productions at the Civic Pavilion on City Hall Plaza for a film screening and musical performance.

March 16, 2024
Event Date2024-03-16T16:00:15 - 2024-03-16T17:30:00

In "Open Your Heart: Immigrant Stories from Boston and Beyond," you will trace the journey of ZUMIX youth from interviewing immigrant activists in East Boston to performing their stories at City Hall Plaza. 

Graphic with text "Open Your Heart Immigrant Stories from Boston and Beyond - Film screening & live music. Open Your Heart traces the journey of ZUMIX youth from interviewing immigrant activists in East Boston to performing their stories at City Hall Plaza. Saturday March 16, 2024, 4-5:30pm Boston's Civic Pavilion @ 5 Congress St"

March 16, 2024
Event Date2024-03-16T16:00:15 - 2024-03-16T17:30:00

Community Iftar 2024

UPDATE: We are now at capacity for Community Iftar and have closed the RSVP form. If you already RSVP'd, we look forward to seeing you on March 22. If you have not yet RSVP'd, then stay connected with our office and sign up for our newsletter.

March 22, 2024
Event Date2024-03-22T18:00:00 - 2024-03-22T20:00:00

Mayor Michelle Wu, the Mayor's Office for Immigrant Advancement (MOIA), and the Mayor's Office of Food Justice (OFJ) welcome you to join us for Community Iftar 2024. The event will take place on Friday, March 22 at 6:00 pm at Boston City Hall at 1 City Hall Square, 3rd Floor, Boston, MA 02201. Dinner and refreshments will be provided.

Email immigrantadvancement@boston.gov or call 617-635-2980 if you have any questions. We hope to see you there! 

Community Iftar 2024 Flyer in English

March 22, 2024
Event Date2024-03-22T18:00:00 - 2024-03-22T20:00:00

Watch: Community Iftar

Immigrant Advancement Community Office Hours

Join us for our in-person Community Office Hours!

March 19, 2024
  • 10:30am - 1:00pm
    Repeats monthly on Tuesday, but only the third instance of this set, starting from March 19, 2024, until December 16, 2025
  • 365 Bremen St.
    Boston, MA 02128
  • Contact:
    Katherine Mendez
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    East Boston
  • Published Date
Event Date2024-03-19T10:30:00 - 2024-03-19T13:00:00

Looking for support getting connected to resources and navigating City services? Meet with the Mayor’s Office for Immigrant Advancement during our community office hours at the East Boston Branch of the Boston Public Library. 

Office hours will take place on the following days:

  • First Thursday of every month from 4 - 7 p.m.
  • Third Tuesday of every month from 10:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Registration is not required, and interpretation and disability accommodations will be available.

Community office hours flyer

March 19, 2024
  • 10:30am - 1:00pm
    Repeats monthly on Tuesday, but only the third instance of this set, starting from March 19, 2024, until December 16, 2025
  • 365 Bremen St.
    Boston, MA 02128
  • Contact:
    Katherine Mendez
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    East Boston
  • Published Date
Event Date2024-03-19T10:30:00 - 2024-03-19T13:00:00
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