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ADU Design Workshop

Are you planning to build an ADU and have questions on your plans? Sign up for a virtual design workshop!

February 6, 2025
  • 4:00pm - 5:30pm
    Repeats monthly on Thursday, but only the first instance of this set, starting from February 6, 2025, until August 7, 2025
  • Contact:
    Mayor's Office of Housing
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2025-02-06T16:00:00 - 2025-02-06T17:30:00

The ADU Design Workshop is an opportunity for Boston homeowners who are interested in building an ADU in their home or on their property to get feedback from City staff before they submit a building permit application to the Inspectional Services Department. 

Sign up to get your building plans reviewed, get your specific questions answered, listen to other project proposals, or learn more about building an ADU in Boston. 

February 6, 2025
  • 4:00pm - 5:30pm
    Repeats monthly on Thursday, but only the first instance of this set, starting from February 6, 2025, until August 7, 2025
  • Contact:
    Mayor's Office of Housing
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2025-02-06T16:00:00 - 2025-02-06T17:30:00
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Age Strong Holiday Connections

Join the Age Strong Commission for their annual holiday event! 

December 13, 2024
2024-12-13T07:00:00 - 2024-12-13T14:00:00

To access this event's flyer in other languages, check out our multilingual flyer.

Join Age Strong and AT&T for our signature holiday event, Holiday Connections. At this event you can: 

  • Make worldwide free phone calls
  • Attend scam/fraud prevention and cyber safety workshops
  • Visit our vendors, photo booth, and marketplace
  • Receive complimentary refreshments.

RSVP TO Kimberly Crucioli by December 6 at:

December 13, 2024
2024-12-13T07:00:00 - 2024-12-13T14:00:00
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Community Meeting: New North End Community Center Progress Report

Join us for a project schedule update and progress for the new center.

December 9, 2024
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • BCYF Nazzaro Community Center
    30 North Bennet Street
    Boston, MA 02113
  • Contact:
    Public Facilities Department
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    North End
  • Posted:
2024-12-09T18:00:00 - 2024-12-09T19:30:00

Please join Boston Centers for Youth & Families, the City of Boston’s Public Facilities Department, and the Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Services for a community meeting to discuss the project schedule update and progress for a new community center in the North End. The meeting will be held on Monday, December 9, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. at the BCYF Nazzaro Center, 30 North Bennet Street, Boston, MA 02113. 

The City is committed to a transparent, inclusive community process.To learn more about this project, how the location was selected, and review the presentation from the last meeting, visit Boston.gov/BCYF-Nazzaro.

Interpretation, translation, and disability accommodation services are available to you at no cost. If you need accommodations, please contact LCA@boston.gov or 617-504-0897 by December 2. 

December 9, 2024
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • BCYF Nazzaro Community Center
    30 North Bennet Street
    Boston, MA 02113
  • Contact:
    Public Facilities Department
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    North End
  • Posted:
2024-12-09T18:00:00 - 2024-12-09T19:30:00
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Franklin Park Overlook Community Meeting # 1

This meeting is for the community to share their thoughts about the future of the Franklin Park Overlook.

November 23, 2024
  • 10:00am - 1:00pm
  • 1 Circuit Dr, Dorchester, MA 02121
    Franklin Park Club House
    Boston, MA 02121
  • Contact:
    Lauren Bryant
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
    Mattapan
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2024-11-23T10:00:00 - 2024-11-23T13:00:39
November 23, 2024
  • 10:00am - 1:00pm
  • 1 Circuit Dr, Dorchester, MA 02121
    Franklin Park Club House
    Boston, MA 02121
  • Contact:
    Lauren Bryant
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
    Mattapan
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2024-11-23T10:00:00 - 2024-11-23T13:00:39
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Night Cap: Comedy Night

Hosted by Alexis Cristaldi featuring Carolina Montesque, Connor Doherty, Cam Ohh, Kristina Feliciano, Maddie Kelly, Zach Morin, and Sky Nockles. Supported by the Wake Up the Night Grant.

November 13, 2024
  • 6:00pm - 11:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Office of Nightlife Economy
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Posted:
2024-11-13T18:00:00 - 2024-11-13T23:00:00

Hosted by Alexis Cristaldi featuring Carolina Montesque, Connor Doherty, Cam Ohh, Kristina Feliciano, Maddie Kelly, Zach Morin, and Sky Nockles.

SCHEDULE

6 - 11 p.m.: Cafe Open

6 p.m.: Music by Ruzza

8 p.m.: Comedy Night


Night Cap is an 8 night coffee lounge in Boston's City Hall this November, fostering community through art, music, and coffee.

From live house music and stand-up comedy to queer speed dating, we offer bold experiences in an inclusive alcohol-free space. Night Cap isn’t just another night out; it’s where culture and creativity meet over a cup of joe.

Night Cap will transform the lobby of Boston's iconic Brutalist City Hall in Government Center into a cozy lounge, offering soft seating, communal tables, and a rotating retail space. This unique setting will provide a warm, inviting atmosphere for attendees to gather and connect in the heart of the city.

November 13, 2024
  • 6:00pm - 11:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Office of Nightlife Economy
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Posted:
2024-11-13T18:00:00 - 2024-11-13T23:00:00
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Night Cap Cafe: Listening Lounge

Supported by the Wake Up the Night Grant

November 12, 2024
  • 6:00pm - 11:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Office of Nightlife Economy
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2024-11-12T18:00:00 - 2024-11-12T23:00:00
SCHEDULE

6 - 11 p.m.: Cafe Open

6 p.m.: Music by DJ Powers

8 p.m.: Music by Pupstarr


Night Cap is an 8 night coffee lounge in Boston's City Hall this November, fostering community through art, music, and coffee.

From live house music and stand-up comedy to queer speed dating, we offer bold experiences in an inclusive alcohol-free space. Night Cap isn’t just another night out; it’s where culture and creativity meet over a cup of joe.

Night Cap will transform the lobby of Boston's iconic Brutalist City Hall in Government Center into a cozy lounge, offering soft seating, communal tables, and a rotating retail space. This unique setting will provide a warm, inviting atmosphere for attendees to gather and connect in the heart of the city.

November 12, 2024
  • 6:00pm - 11:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Office of Nightlife Economy
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2024-11-12T18:00:00 - 2024-11-12T23:00:00
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Night Cap Cafe: Queer Friend Speed Dating

Supported by the Wake Up the Night Grant.

November 7, 2024
  • 6:00pm - 11:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Office of Nightlife Economy
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Posted:
2024-11-07T18:00:00 - 2024-11-07T23:00:00

Queer Friend Speed dating with tunes by Mx.Blaire. Make new friends FAST without all the pressure of ~romance~. Hosted by Tara Dikoff & Candace Persuasion.

SCHEDULE

6 - 11 p.m.: Cafe Open

6 p.m.: Music by Marelle

8 p.m.: Speed Dating tunes by Mx. Blaire


Night Cap is an 8 night coffee lounge in Boston's City Hall this November, fostering community through art, music, and coffee.

From live house music and stand-up comedy to queer speed dating, we offer bold experiences in an inclusive alcohol-free space. Night Cap isn’t just another night out; it’s where culture and creativity meet over a cup of joe.

Night Cap will transform the lobby of Boston's iconic Brutalist City Hall in Government Center into a cozy lounge, offering soft seating, communal tables, and a rotating retail space. This unique setting will provide a warm, inviting atmosphere for attendees to gather and connect in the heart of the city.

November 7, 2024
  • 6:00pm - 11:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Office of Nightlife Economy
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Posted:
2024-11-07T18:00:00 - 2024-11-07T23:00:00
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Night Cap Cafe: Grand Opening

Supported by the Wake Up the Night Grant.

November 6, 2024
  • 6:00pm - 11:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Office of Nightlife Economy
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Posted:
2024-11-06T18:00:00 - 2024-11-06T23:00:00

Night Cap is an 8 night coffee lounge in Boston's City Hall this November, fostering community through art, music, and coffee.

From live house music and stand-up comedy to queer speed dating, we offer bold experiences in an inclusive alcohol-free space. Night Cap isn’t just another night out; it’s where culture and creativity meet over a cup of joe.

Night Cap will transform the lobby of Boston's iconic Brutalist City Hall in Government Center into a cozy lounge, offering soft seating, communal tables, and a rotating retail space. This unique setting will provide a warm, inviting atmosphere for attendees to gather and connect in the heart of the city.

November 6, 2024
  • 6:00pm - 11:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Office of Nightlife Economy
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Posted:
2024-11-06T18:00:00 - 2024-11-06T23:00:00
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Tales from the Crips: Reimagining Fairy Tales with a Disabled Lens

Tales from the Crips: Reimagining Fairy Tales with a Disabled Lens is presented by Abilities Dance Boston and supported by the Wake Up the Night Grant.

November 9, 2024
  • 8:00pm - 9:00pm
  • Strand Theatre
    543 Columbia Road
    Boston, MA 02125
  • Contact:
    Office of Nightlife Economy
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
  • Posted:
2024-11-09T20:00:00 - 2024-11-09T21:00:00

Tales from the Crips: Reimagining Fairy Tales with a Disabled Lens is Abilities Dance Boston annual fall ballet.

This performance will reimagine Grimm Tales and classic tales with more diverse identities to reflect greater Boston and our greater community.

November 9, 2024
  • 8:00pm - 9:00pm
  • Strand Theatre
    543 Columbia Road
    Boston, MA 02125
  • Contact:
    Office of Nightlife Economy
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
  • Posted:
2024-11-09T20:00:00 - 2024-11-09T21:00:00
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Tales from the Crips: Reimagining Fairy Tales with a Disabled Lens

Tales from the Crips: Reimagining Fairy Tales with a Disabled Lens is presented by Abilities Dance Boston and supported by the Wake Up The Night Grant.

November 8, 2024
  • 8:00pm - 9:00pm
  • Strand Theatre
    543 Columbia Road
    Boston, MA 02125
  • Contact:
    Office of Nightlife Economy
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
  • Posted:
2024-11-08T20:00:00 - 2024-11-08T21:00:00

Tales from the Crips: Reimagining Fairy Tales with a Disabled Lens is Abilities Dance Boston's annual fall ballet. 

They will reimagine Grimm Tales and classic tales with more diverse identities to reflect greater Boston and our greater community. 

November 8, 2024
  • 8:00pm - 9:00pm
  • Strand Theatre
    543 Columbia Road
    Boston, MA 02125
  • Contact:
    Office of Nightlife Economy
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
  • Posted:
2024-11-08T20:00:00 - 2024-11-08T21:00:00
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