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Shirley-Eustis Place Landmark Designation

Join Mayor Kim Janey and The Boston Landmarks Commission Friday, August 20, at 1:30 p.m. to honor the too often untold, unrecorded, and unrecognized history of enslaved people in Boston and on the Shirley-Eustis Place grounds.

August 20, 2021
2021-08-20T13:30:00 - 2021-08-20T15:00:00

Mayor Kim Janey, the Boston Landmarks Commission commemorates the designation of Shirley-Eustis Place in Roxbury as a historical landmark. With the Shirley-Eustis Houses well-known historical significance of former Governors Shirley and Eustis comes a hidden history that is often untold, unrecorded, and unrecognized. Ongoing research and oral history in Roxbury suggests that the lands were built, kept, and managed by enslaved people. Mayor Janey’s support and commemoration of the designation expands the history that is often centered in Boston.

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August 20, 2021
2021-08-20T13:30:00 - 2021-08-20T15:00:00
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Allston-Brighton Arts, Culture, and Placekeeping Report: Key findings and next steps

Join us to learn about the key findings of the report and participate in a discussion about next steps.

August 12, 2021
  • 5:30pm - 7:00pm
  • Happening online
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Mayor's Office of Arts and Culture
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Allston
    Brighton
  • Event Type:
    Art
  • Posted:
  • Downloads:
2021-08-12T17:30:00 - 2021-08-12T19:00:00

The Mayor's Office of Arts and Culture commissioned CivicMoxie to conduct an Allston-Brighton Arts, Culture and Placekeeping Report, which takes stock of the cultural environment to understand what exists, what is treasured, and what contributes to the unique characteristics of Allston-Brighton. This baseline is meant as a placekeeping* tool – a way to understand what may be under threat and to identify ways to protect and nurture these assets in recognition of the contributions of the culture community. Join us to learn about the key findings of the report and participate in a discussion about next steps.

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NOTICE OF ACCOMMODATIONS

English: Interpretation and translation services are available to you at no cost. If you need them, please contact us at arts@boston.govLCA@boston.gov, or 617-635-4445, by July 29.

Spanish - Español: Hay servicios de interpretación y traducción a su disposición sin costo alguno. Si los necesita, póngase en contacto con nosotros mandando un correo electrónico arts@boston.govLCA@boston.gov, o llamando a 617-635-4445, hasta esta fecha: 29/07

Haitian Creole -Kreyòl ayisyen Sèvis entèpretation ak tradiksyon disponib pou ou san sa pa koute w anyen. Si w bezwen yo, tanpri kontakte nou nan arts@boston.govLCA@boston.gov, oswa 617-635-4445, ant: 29/07

Traditional Chinese - 繁體中文: 我們可以向您提供口頭翻譯和書面翻譯服務,並不向您收取費用。如您需要,請在07月 29 日 前與我們連絡,發電子郵件至  arts@boston.govLCA@boston.gov, 或致電 617-635-4445

Vietnamese - Tiếng Việt: Các dịch vụ thông dịch và biên dịch được cung cấp cho quý vị hoàn toàn miễn phí. Nếu quý vị cần những dịch vụ này, vui lòng liên lạc với chúng tôi theo địa chỉ arts@boston.govLCA@boston.gov, hoặc số điện thoại 617-635-4445. ngày cuối: 29/07

Simplified Chinese - 简体中文:  我们可以向您提供口头翻译和书面翻译服务,并不向您收取费用。如您需要,请在07 月 29 日 前与我们联系, 发电子邮件至 arts@boston.gov,  LCA@boston.gov,  或致电 617-635-4445

Cabo Verdean Creole - kriolu:  Nu ta oferese-bu sirvisus di interpretason y traduson di grasa. Si bu meste kes sirvisu la, kontata-nu pa email arts@boston.govLCA@boston.gov, ó pa telefóni, pa númeru 617-635-4445. Na es data:  29/07

 Arabic - العربية

خدمات الترجمة الشفوية والترجمة التحريرية متوفرة لك دون تحملك أي تكلفة. إذا احتجت لهذه الخدمات، يرجى التواصل معنا على العنوانarts@boston.gov, أو LCA@boston.gov، أو رقم الهاتف 617-635-4445، بحلول يوم 29/07. 

Russian -Русский: Услуги устного и письменного перевода предоставляются бесплатно. Если Вам они нужны, просьба связаться с нами по адресу электронной почты arts@boston.govLCA@boston.gov, либо по телефону 617-635-4445. до  29/07

Portuguese - Português: Você tem à disposição serviços gratuitos de interpretação e tradução. Se precisar deles, fale conosco: arts@boston.govLCA@boston.gov, ou 617-635-4445. Até esta data  29/07

French - Français: Les services d’interprétation et de traduction sont à votre disposition gratuitement. Si vous en avez besoin, veuillez nous contacter à arts@boston.govLCA@boston.gov, ou au 617-635-4445, d'ici au: 29/07

Somali - Af Soomaali: Adeegyada tarjumaadda iyo fasiraada luuqadaha ayaa diyaar kuu ah adiga oo aan wax kharash ah ka bixin. Haddii aad u baahatid iyaga, fadlan nagala soo xiriir arts@boston.govLCA@boston.gov, ama 617-635-4445, markay taariikhdu tahay:  29/07

August 12, 2021
  • 5:30pm - 7:00pm
  • Happening online
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Mayor's Office of Arts and Culture
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Allston
    Brighton
  • Event Type:
    Art
  • Posted:
  • Downloads:
2021-08-12T17:30:00 - 2021-08-12T19:00:00
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2024 Golf Course Concert Series: Kaliloops

Enjoy a concert on the patio at one of the City's golf courses.

July 10, 2024
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • William J. Devine Golf Clubhouse
    1 Circuit Drive
    Boston, MA 02121
  • Contact:
    PARKS AND RECREATION
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
    Jamaica Plain
    Roxbury
  • Posted:
2024-07-10T18:00:00 - 2024-07-10T20:00:00

The Golf Course Concert Series is part of the Boston Parks and Recreation Department’s ParkARTS program. They are held in July, August, and September and shows begin at 6 p.m.

aBOUT Kaliloops:
  • Kali Stoddard-Imari is a Boston based singer and songwriter who's sound consists of folk pop, rock, reggae, blues, and soul.
  • Kaliloops has shared the stage with many talented artists, such as Taj Mahal, the Adam Ezra Group, Martin Sexton, Shawn Colvin, and Marc Cohn.
  • Family and community inspires Kaliloops. His goal is to unite people and create positive experiences with every performance.

Learn more about Kaliloops

July 10, 2024
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • William J. Devine Golf Clubhouse
    1 Circuit Drive
    Boston, MA 02121
  • Contact:
    PARKS AND RECREATION
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
    Jamaica Plain
    Roxbury
  • Posted:
2024-07-10T18:00:00 - 2024-07-10T20:00:00
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2023 Golf Course Concert Series: Grayson Ty

Enjoy live music on the patio at one of the City's golf courses.

August 2, 2023
2023-08-02T18:00:00 - 2023-08-02T20:00:00

The Golf Course Concert Series is part of the Boston Parks and Recreation Department’s ParkARTS program. They are held in July and August. Shows begin at 6 p.m.

Grayson TY

Western Massachusetts-based singer-songwriter Grayson Ty has mastered the art of vulnerability. Entirely unpretentious, his stage presence is easy, genuine, and unguarded. In an era of so much disconnection and artifice, Grayson brings audiences together with his honest, heartfelt lyrics, and soulful, soothing voice.

Following a sold-out release show for his debut EP Believe, Grayson has shared the stage with American Idol winner Nick Fradiani, Heather Maloney (Signature Sounds), and Crystal Bowersox (American Idol runner-up) among others. Believe earned regional and international acclaim as Grayson toured extensively.

Grayson’s impeccable songwriting brings out the best of his full range, from R&B crooning and folk-inspired storytelling to masterful pop riffs and earnest lyrics. He believes deeply in the connective power of music, working as a music therapist by day, and collaborating as cowriter with other songwriters.

Grayson most recent single, “Fall Again”, has rapidly gained over 29,000 streams on Spotify, and was highly-reviewed by journals across the United States and Europe. His music can be found an all platforms, as well as at his websiteFacebook | Instagram | Spotify | Apple Music | YouTube

August 2, 2023
2023-08-02T18:00:00 - 2023-08-02T20:00:00
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Golf Course Concert Series 2021: Andres Guerra

Enjoy a concert on the patio at one of the City's golf courses.

August 18, 2021
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • William J Devine Golf Course Patio
    1 Circuit Drive
    Boston, 02121
  • Contact:
    City of Boston
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
    Jamaica Plain
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Art
  • Posted:
2021-08-18T18:00:00 - 2021-08-18T19:30:00

The Golf Course Concert Series is part of the Boston Parks and Recreation Department’s ParkARTS program. They are held in July, August, and September and shows begin at 6 p.m. These events are sponsored by Bank of America and the Boston Parks and Recreation Department. We receive additional support from the:

  • Emerald Necklace Conservancy, and
  • Mayor’s Office of Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment.
ABOUT Andres Guerra

​Solo acoustic guitar playing classical Latin, jazz, and pop.

August 18, 2021
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • William J Devine Golf Course Patio
    1 Circuit Drive
    Boston, 02121
  • Contact:
    City of Boston
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
    Jamaica Plain
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Art
  • Posted:
2021-08-18T18:00:00 - 2021-08-18T19:30:00
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2024 Golf Course Concert Series: Last Call

Enjoy live music on the patio at one of the City's golf courses.

July 24, 2024
2024-07-24T18:00:00 - 2024-07-24T20:00:00

The Golf Course Concert Series is part of the Boston Parks and Recreation Department’s ParkARTS program. They are held in July and August. Shows begin at 6 p.m.

 
July 24, 2024
2024-07-24T18:00:00 - 2024-07-24T20:00:00
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Golf Course Concert Series 2021: Shane Wood Jazz Trio

Reason for cancellation: Rain
August 4, 2021
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • William J Devine Golf Course Patio
    1 Circuit Drive
    Boston, MA 02121
  • Contact:
    City of Boston
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
    Jamaica Plain
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Art
  • Posted:
2021-08-04T18:00:00 - 2021-08-04T19:30:00

The Golf Course Concert Series is part of the Boston Parks and Recreation Department’s ParkARTS program. They are held in July, August, and September and shows begin at 6 p.m. These events are sponsored by Bank of America and the Boston Parks and Recreation Department. We receive additional support from the:

  • Emerald Necklace Conservancy, and
  • Mayor’s Office of Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment.
ABOUT Shane wood jazz trio

The Shane Wood Jazz Trio brings a smooth jazz sound to private functions and events all over New England. This Boston jazz trio plays everything from cocktail receptions and anniversary celebrations to wedding ceremonies and corporate dinner parties. Whether you want quiet background music or a lively concert, the group can be tailored to your needs with a variety of professional musicians. 

Shane Wood Jazz Trio website

August 4, 2021
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • William J Devine Golf Course Patio
    1 Circuit Drive
    Boston, MA 02121
  • Contact:
    City of Boston
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
    Jamaica Plain
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Art
  • Posted:
2021-08-04T18:00:00 - 2021-08-04T19:30:00
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2024 Golf Course Concert Series: It's a 'J' Thing

Enjoy live music on the patio at one of the City's golf courses.

July 17, 2024
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • George Wright Golf Clubhouse
    420 West Street
    Hyde Park, MA 02136
  • Contact:
    PARKS AND RECREATION
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Hyde Park
  • Posted:
2024-07-17T18:00:00 - 2024-07-17T19:30:00

The Golf Course Concert Series is part of the Boston Parks and Recreation Department’s ParkARTS program. They are held in July and August. Shows begin at 6 p.m.

About It's a 'J' thing

The trio was established in the spring of 2016. Members Jessica Kelly, Jackie Turner, and James Caruso had previously played together with Aid to Navigation (2008-2016). When the group parted ways, the J’s came together to form It’s a J Thing.

The group has a dynamic sound boasting vocals from lead singer Jessica Kelly, a unique and powerful sound from Jackie Turner’s violin, and a solid core established by the guitar and singing of James Caruso. The group mixes in original tunes with a wide variety of cover songs spanning any music lover’s catalog.

It's a J Thing website

July 17, 2024
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • George Wright Golf Clubhouse
    420 West Street
    Hyde Park, MA 02136
  • Contact:
    PARKS AND RECREATION
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Hyde Park
  • Posted:
2024-07-17T18:00:00 - 2024-07-17T19:30:00
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Boston Artists-in-Residence: Artistic practice, civic outrage, and strategic change

The Mayor’s Office of Arts and Culture invites you to a virtual event and conversation with the Boston Artists-in-Residence (AIR) cohort, moderated by WBUR's Cristela Guerra.

July 15, 2021
  • 7:00pm - 9:00pm
  • Happening online
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Mayor's Office of Arts and Culture
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
  • Event Type:
    Art
  • Posted:
2021-07-15T19:00:00 - 2021-07-15T21:00:00

For 15 months, five Boston artists have been working inside the very systems they want to change, addressing social justice issues and community needs. As restrictions fell into place and inequities were compounded by COVID-19, artists and their City partners shifted to a virtual setting and explored what their practices and civil service meant in this new landscape.



Hear from the artists and City partners as they reflect on their residencies during an unprecedented year of civil outrage in the arts and beyond at this virtual panel discussion on July 15 from 7 - 9 p.m. The event will be held on Zoom and also livestreamed to the Mayor's Office of Arts and Culture Facebook page.

Boston AIR event flyer

July 15, 2021
  • 7:00pm - 9:00pm
  • Happening online
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Mayor's Office of Arts and Culture
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
  • Event Type:
    Art
  • Posted:
2021-07-15T19:00:00 - 2021-07-15T21:00:00
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2021 Children's Arts and Crafts Workshop: North End

Looking for a free, fun activity to enjoy with the kids? Join us this summer for one of our arts and Crafts workshops hosted in various parks throughout the City of Boston, hosted by a local artist.

August 6, 2021
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Friday, starting from August 6, 2021, until August 13, 2021
  • Langone Park
    517 Commerical Street
    Boston, MA 02109
  • Contact:
    Steve Kruszkowski
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    North End
  • Event Type:
    Art
  • Posted:
2021-08-06T10:00:00 - 2021-08-13T12:00:00

Our arts and crafts workshops are led by local artists. They're held Tuesday through Friday in July and August from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. These workshops encourage kids to explore their creativity through projects like mask making, crayon art, watercolor and much more. Supplies are provided, but you'll need to bring your creativity! Our workshops are sponsored by Highland Partners Charitable Fund, with additional support from the BCYF Summer Grant program.

This series is completely free and open to Boston residents. These workshops will take place in various parks throughout the City of Boston. Registration is encouraged so we know how many supplies to bring (pre-registration is required for groups of 8 or more). This series is also weather-dependent. Check our social media pages for updated weather info regarding this series.

More ParkArts information

August 6, 2021
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Friday, starting from August 6, 2021, until August 13, 2021
  • Langone Park
    517 Commerical Street
    Boston, MA 02109
  • Contact:
    Steve Kruszkowski
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    North End
  • Event Type:
    Art
  • Posted:
2021-08-06T10:00:00 - 2021-08-13T12:00:00
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