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STEAM Saturday at BCYF Perkins

The New England Aquarium visits BCYF Perkins for this special event.

November 30, 2019
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • 115 Talbot Avenue
    Boston, MA 02124
  • Contact:
    BCYF Perkins
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-11-30T10:00:00 - 2019-11-30T12:00:00

Come explore family-friendly STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) activities! Find out if you are taller than a whale rib! Learn about the ocean, the animals that live there, and join us in protecting the blue planet!

November 30, 2019
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • 115 Talbot Avenue
    Boston, MA 02124
  • Contact:
    BCYF Perkins
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-11-30T10:00:00 - 2019-11-30T12:00:00

Disparity Study Community discussion

The City of Boston has commissioned a disparity study to assess whether any barriers exist for minority- and woman-owned businesses in City contracting.

October 2, 2019
  • 8:00am - 12:00pm
  • 700 Boylston Street
    Commonwealth Salon
    Boston, MA 02116
  • Contact:
    Sheryce Hearns
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-10-02T08:00:00 - 2019-10-02T12:00:00

The City of Boston has commissioned BBC Research and Consulting to conduct a disparity study to assess whether any barriers exist for minority- and woman-owned businesses that make it more difficult for them to participate in City contracting.

What is a Disparity Study?

• Examines participation of of minority- and woman-owned businesses in City contracting
• Measures the availability of minority- and woman-owned businesses for City contracts and procurements
• Assesses marketplace conditions for minority- and woman-owned businesses

Agenda:
  • 8 a.m.: Refreshments and networking
  • 9 a.m.: Presentation and discussion 
All events include:
  • Food
  • Networking opportunities
  • Interpretive services (upon request)
  • A child-friendly environment
October 2, 2019
  • 8:00am - 12:00pm
  • 700 Boylston Street
    Commonwealth Salon
    Boston, MA 02116
  • Contact:
    Sheryce Hearns
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-10-02T08:00:00 - 2019-10-02T12:00:00

Disparity Study Community discussion

The City of Boston has commissioned a disparity study to assess whether any barriers exist for minority- and woman-owned businesses in City contracting.

October 1, 2019
  • 12:00pm - 2:00pm
  • 365 South Bremen Street
    Boston, MA 02128
  • Contact:
    Sheryce Hearns
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-10-01T12:00:00 - 2019-10-01T14:00:00

The City of Boston has commissioned BBC Research and Consulting to conduct a disparity study to assess whether any barriers exist for minority- and woman-owned businesses that make it more difficult for them to participate in City contracting.

What is a Disparity Study?

• Examines participation of of minority- and woman-owned businesses in City contracting
• Measures the availability of minority- and woman-owned businesses for City contracts and procurements
• Assesses marketplace conditions for minority- and woman-owned businesses

Agenda:
  • 12 p.m.: Refreshments and Networking
  • 12:30 p.m.: Presentation and Discussion
All events include:
  • Food
  • Networking opportunities
  • Interpretive services (upon request)
  • A child-friendly environment
October 1, 2019
  • 12:00pm - 2:00pm
  • 365 South Bremen Street
    Boston, MA 02128
  • Contact:
    Sheryce Hearns
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-10-01T12:00:00 - 2019-10-01T14:00:00

Disparity Study Community discussion

The City of Boston has commissioned a disparity study to assess whether any barriers exist for minority- and woman-owned businesses in City contracting.

September 26, 2019
  • 5:00pm - 8:00pm
  • 690 Washington Street
    Boston, MA 02124
  • Contact:
    Sheryce Hearns
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-09-26T17:00:00 - 2019-09-26T20:00:00

The City of Boston has commissioned BBC Research & Consulting to conduct a disparity study to assess whether any barriers exist for minority- and woman-owned businesses that make it more difficult for them to participate in City contracting.

What is a Disparity Study?
  • Examines participation of of minority- and woman-owned businesses in City contracting
  • Measures the availability of minority- and woman-owned businesses for City contracts and procurements
  • Assesses marketplace conditions for minority- and woman-owned businesses
Agenda:
  • 5 p.m.: Refreshments and networking
  • 6 p.m.: Presentation and discussion
All events include:
  • Food
  • Networking opportunities
  • Interpretive services (upon request)
  • A child-friendly environment
September 26, 2019
  • 5:00pm - 8:00pm
  • 690 Washington Street
    Boston, MA 02124
  • Contact:
    Sheryce Hearns
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-09-26T17:00:00 - 2019-09-26T20:00:00

Disparity Study Community discussion

The City of Boston has commissioned a disparity study to assess whether any barriers exist for minority- and woman-owned businesses in City contracting.

September 25, 2019
  • 5:00pm - 8:00pm
  • 1350 Blue Hill Avenue
    Boston, MA 02126
  • Contact:
    Sheryce Hearns
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-09-25T17:00:00 - 2019-09-25T20:00:00

The City of Boston has commissioned BBC Research and Consulting to conduct a disparity study to assess whether any barriers exist for minority- and woman-owned businesses that make it more difficult for them to participate in City contracting.

What is a Disparity Study?
  • Examines participation of of minority- and woman-owned businesses in City contracting
  • Measures the availability of minority- and woman-owned businesses for City contracts and procurements
  • Assesses marketplace conditions for minority- and woman-owned businesses
Agenda:
  • 5 p.m. : Refreshments and networking
  • 6 p.m. : Presentation and discussion 
All events include:
  • Food
  • Networking opportunities
  • Interpretive services (upon request)
  • A child-friendly environment
September 25, 2019
  • 5:00pm - 8:00pm
  • 1350 Blue Hill Avenue
    Boston, MA 02126
  • Contact:
    Sheryce Hearns
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-09-25T17:00:00 - 2019-09-25T20:00:00

Family Health and Equity Fair

Join us for a full day of health and nutrition education, family activities, and more!

September 7, 2019
Event Date2019-09-07T10:00:00 - 2019-09-07T15:00:00

Know your rights! At this free event, you'll also learn about fair housing, immigrant rights, and food access.

September 7, 2019
Event Date2019-09-07T10:00:00 - 2019-09-07T15:00:00

Tenant Rights Workshop

A housing professional will provide an overview of tenant rights and responsibilities. 

October 17, 2019
  • 5:30pm - 6:30pm
  • 1287 Commonwealth Avenue
    Allston, MA 02134
  • Contact:
    Office of Housing Stability
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Allston
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-10-17T17:30:00 - 2019-10-17T18:30:00

You will learn about your rights and responsibilities before, during, and after a tenancy. The overview includes information on deposits and fees, housing conditions, and the eviction process.

We recommend you register prior to the event so we can provide a sufficient amount of materials to participants. Please note: we can only offer legal information. If you need legal advice, you must speak to an attorney.

October 17, 2019
  • 5:30pm - 6:30pm
  • 1287 Commonwealth Avenue
    Allston, MA 02134
  • Contact:
    Office of Housing Stability
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Allston
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-10-17T17:30:00 - 2019-10-17T18:30:00

CAN'T ATTEND THIS WORKSHOP?

Visit our Housing Education Workshops to view more dates for the Tenant Rights Workshop and the Housing Search Workshop.

Free salary negotiation workshop

Fresh out of college and wanting to make a great first move in the workforce? Want to showcase your leaderships skills in a new role? 

September 6, 2019
  • 2:00pm - 5:00pm
  • 1010 Harrison Avenue
    Boston, MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Joana Ortiz
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-09-06T14:00:00 - 2019-09-06T17:00:00

Get the skills you need to advocate for yourself in the hiring and promotion process at this salary negotiation workshop and recruitment fair! 

As part of City Awake's Fierce Urgency of Now (F.U.N.) series, the Mayor's Office of Women’s Advancement, AAUW Work Smart in Boston, and the Boston Women's Workforce Council (BWWC) have teamed up to bring millennial women of color a city-wide salary negotiation workshop event. In addition to the free workshop, attendees will have the opportunity to meet with top Boston employers and learn about career opportunities.

Program:
  • 2 - 3 p.m.: Recruitment Fair 
  • 3 - 3:10 p.m.: Welcome
  • 3:10 - 4:20 p.m.: Salary Negotiation Workshop 
  • 4:30 - 5 p.m.: Networking
September 6, 2019
  • 2:00pm - 5:00pm
  • 1010 Harrison Avenue
    Boston, MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Joana Ortiz
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-09-06T14:00:00 - 2019-09-06T17:00:00

Tenant Rights Workshop

A housing professional will provide an overview of tenant rights and responsibilities.

September 25, 2019
  • 2:00pm - 3:30pm
  • 100 West Dedham Street
    Community Room
    Boston, MA 02118
  • Contact:
    Office of Housing Stability
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    South End
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-09-25T14:00:00 - 2019-09-25T15:30:00

Our tenant rights workshop, offered in both English and Spanish, will cover tenants’ and landlords’ rights and responsibilities.

Este taller será ofrecido en inglés y en español. Hablaremos sobre los derechos y responsabilidades del inquilino y los del dueño de propiedad.

September 25, 2019
  • 2:00pm - 3:30pm
  • 100 West Dedham Street
    Community Room
    Boston, MA 02118
  • Contact:
    Office of Housing Stability
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    South End
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-09-25T14:00:00 - 2019-09-25T15:30:00

Tenant Rights Workshop / Taller de Derechos del Inquilino

A housing professional will provide an overview of tenant rights and responsibilities. 

October 15, 2019
  • 6:00pm - 7:00pm
  • 150 American Legion Highway
    Community Room
    Dorchester, MA 02124
  • Contact:
    Office of Housing Stability
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-10-15T18:00:00 - 2019-10-15T19:00:00

Our tenant rights workshop, offered in both English and Spanish, will cover tenants’ and landlords’ rights and responsibilities.

Este taller será ofrecido en inglés y en español. Hablaremos sobre los derechos y responsabilidades del inquilino y los del dueño de propiedad.

October 15, 2019
  • 6:00pm - 7:00pm
  • 150 American Legion Highway
    Community Room
    Dorchester, MA 02124
  • Contact:
    Office of Housing Stability
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-10-15T18:00:00 - 2019-10-15T19:00:00
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