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Roxbury Community Listening Session

Join the Mayor's Office of Women's Advancement for a discussion on how the City of Boston is looking to redefine womanhood in Boston.

November 9, 2022
2022-11-09T18:00:00 - 2022-11-09T19:30:00

At the event, you'll learn about the office's current resources and how we look to move forward with your input. Food, childcare, and interpretation services are available during the event.

Register for the event

Can't make it? Fill out our Redefining Womanhood survey online!

November 9, 2022
2022-11-09T18:00:00 - 2022-11-09T19:30:00
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McLean Playground Design Meeting #1

Join us for a meeting to discuss the site analysis and get community input.

October 22, 2022
  • 10:30am - 12:00pm
  • McLean Playground
    550 Bennington Street
    Boston,
  • Contact:
    Annie Blair
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    East Boston
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2022-10-22T10:30:00 - 2022-10-22T12:00:00

Join us at an in-person community engagement meeting to introduce the design phase for improvements to McLean Playground. We'd love for you to join us so we can hear how you use the park and playground.

Rain Date: Sunday, October 23, 1 - 2:30 p.m.

Interpretation and translation services are available to you at no cost. If you need them, please contact us at annie.blair@boston.govLCA@boston.govor 617-961-3028 by October 14.

October 22, 2022
  • 10:30am - 12:00pm
  • McLean Playground
    550 Bennington Street
    Boston,
  • Contact:
    Annie Blair
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    East Boston
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2022-10-22T10:30:00 - 2022-10-22T12:00:00
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Edwards McCarthy Playground Opening

Join us for the official opening of Edwards McCarthy Playground in Charlestown.

October 17, 2022
  • 10:30am
  • 10 Eden Street
    Boston,
  • Contact:
    Christine Brandao
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Charlestown
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2022-10-17T10:30:00

This newly renovated playground includes all new play equipment for ages 2-5 years old, as well a 5-12-year-old play area. It includes a renovated basketball court along with updated lighting. A new walking path surrounding the central lawn area, along with new seating and picnic areas. As well as a new bicycle parking and repair station.

October 17, 2022
  • 10:30am
  • 10 Eden Street
    Boston,
  • Contact:
    Christine Brandao
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Charlestown
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2022-10-17T10:30:00
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POSTPONED!! Charlestown Community Center Study Community Meeting

This meeting is postponed. We will update when a new date is selected.

The Charlestown Community Center Study community meeting will be held on Wednesday, October 19, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. at Charlestown High School.

October 19, 2022
2022-10-19T18:30:00 - 2022-10-19T19:30:00

This meeting continues the discussion about a new community center for Charlestown. Join us!

October 19, 2022
2022-10-19T18:30:00 - 2022-10-19T19:30:00
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2022 Boston Mayor's Cup Cross Country

Join us for the 32nd Annual Mayor's Cup Cross Country Race.

October 23, 2022
  • 9:30am - 12:30pm
  • Franklin Park
    Pierpont Road
    Boston, MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
    Dorchester
  • Posted:
2022-10-23T09:30:00 - 2022-10-23T12:30:00

2022 marks the 32nd edition the Mayor's Cup. Founded in 1990 by legendary Boston coach Bill Squires to bring open cross country back to Franklin Park, the first race drew just nine runners. The event now draws nearly 1000 entrants from youth development runners to international caliber harriers. All races get at least one shot at Bear Cage Hill.



In 2022, the event will feature 6 youth races, a 5K All-comers, 5K Women's Championship, and 8K Men's Championship. 



The Mayor's Cup is supported by and partners with the City of Boston Parks and Recreation Department with generous support from the B.A.A.  For more information, call (617) 961-3047 or visit the website.

Pre-registration is required for this event. Please see the link below to register.

Mayor's Cup Cross Country Registration

 

October 23, 2022
  • 9:30am - 12:30pm
  • Franklin Park
    Pierpont Road
    Boston, MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
    Dorchester
  • Posted:
2022-10-23T09:30:00 - 2022-10-23T12:30:00
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Back Bay Fens Pathways Design Meeting #1

Join us for project kickoff and provide your input.

October 12, 2022
  • 5:30pm - 7:00pm
  • James P. Kelleher Rose Garden
    73 Park Drive
    Boston,
  • Contact:
    Lauren Bryant
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Fenway/Kenmore
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2022-10-12T17:30:00 - 2022-10-12T19:00:00

Join us at an in-person community engagement meeting. We'd love for you to join us for a discussion and site walk.

*In the event of rain join us via Zoom; link below.

Interpretation and translation services are available to you at no cost. If you need them, please contact us at Lauren.bryant@boston.gov, LCA@boston.govor 617-961-3019 by October 6.

October 12, 2022
  • 5:30pm - 7:00pm
  • James P. Kelleher Rose Garden
    73 Park Drive
    Boston,
  • Contact:
    Lauren Bryant
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Fenway/Kenmore
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2022-10-12T17:30:00 - 2022-10-12T19:00:00
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SPARK Halloween Party

Have some fun while helping those in need with our friends at Women's Lunch Place!

October 31, 2022
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • Women's Lunch Place
    67 Newbury Street
    Boston, MA 02116
  • Contact:
    SPARKboston@boston.gov
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Posted:
2022-10-31T18:00:00 - 2022-10-31T20:00:00

Halloween is known as a day of fun and mischief, but we're making it one of service too! Join SPARK Boston at Women's Lunch Place, Back Bay's premiere day shelter for unhoused women to see their incredible programs in a whole new light. Over drinks and snacks, you can learn more about their incredible work empowering this vulnerable community and how you can get involved as a volunteer or a member of their Young Professionals program. Costumes are encouraged - it is a Halloween party after all! 

You can support WLP by bringing a pair of new socks, gift card to Dunkin' or Starbucks, or another high need in-kind donation item. We'll also be doing an on-site service project as part of the event. So tell your friends and get your spooky season on with SPARK Boston!

October 31, 2022
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • Women's Lunch Place
    67 Newbury Street
    Boston, MA 02116
  • Contact:
    SPARKboston@boston.gov
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Posted:
2022-10-31T18:00:00 - 2022-10-31T20:00:00
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City Hall on the Go Truck in East Boston

City Hall is coming to your neighborhood! Our bright and friendly mobile City Hall truck serves residents where they live, work, and play. Pay parking tickets, request documents, check your voter registration, and more.

September 28, 2022
  • 3:30pm - 5:00pm
  • Central Square Park
    Border St @ Liberty Plaza Shopping Center
    Boston, MA 02128
  • Contact:
    Civic Organizing
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    East Boston
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2022-09-28T15:30:00 - 2022-09-28T17:00:00

Join Mayor Wu's Office of Civic Organizing and East Boston Liaison Nathalia Benitez Perez. The truck will be at Central Square Park from 3:30 - 7 p.m. You can request services online.

September 28, 2022
  • 3:30pm - 5:00pm
  • Central Square Park
    Border St @ Liberty Plaza Shopping Center
    Boston, MA 02128
  • Contact:
    Civic Organizing
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    East Boston
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2022-09-28T15:30:00 - 2022-09-28T17:00:00
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City Hall on the Go Truck in Jamaica Plain

City Hall is coming to your neighborhood! Our bright and friendly mobile City Hall truck serves residents where they live, work, and play. Pay parking tickets, request documents, check your voter registration, and more.

September 27, 2022
  • 5:30pm - 7:00pm
  • Mozart Park
    10 Mozart Street
    Boston, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Civic Organizing
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2022-09-27T17:30:00 - 2022-09-27T19:00:00

Join Mayor Wu's Office of Civic Organizing and Mayor Wu’s Jamaica Plain Liaison, Tiffani Caballero. The truck will be at Mozart Park from 5:30 - 7 p.m. You can request services online.

September 27, 2022
  • 5:30pm - 7:00pm
  • Mozart Park
    10 Mozart Street
    Boston, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Civic Organizing
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2022-09-27T17:30:00 - 2022-09-27T19:00:00
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City Hall on the Go Truck in Hyde Park

City Hall is coming to your neighborhood! Our bright and friendly mobile City Hall truck serves residents where they live, work, and play. Pay parking tickets, request documents, check your voter registration, and more.

September 23, 2022
  • 3:30pm - 5:00pm
  • The Shops at Riverwood
    892 River Street
    Boston, MA 02136
  • Contact:
    Civic Organizing
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Hyde Park
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2022-09-23T15:30:00 - 2022-09-23T17:00:00

Join Mayor Wu's Office of Civic Organizing and Hyde Park Neighborhood Liaison Denyel Fonseca. The truck will be at the Shops at Riverwood, 892 River Street, from 3:30 - 5 p.m. You can request services online.

September 23, 2022
  • 3:30pm - 5:00pm
  • The Shops at Riverwood
    892 River Street
    Boston, MA 02136
  • Contact:
    Civic Organizing
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Hyde Park
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2022-09-23T15:30:00 - 2022-09-23T17:00:00
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