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Charlestown: 8 Lawrence St Abutters Meeting

Install roof deck on flat pitch roof

June 22, 2026
Event Date2026-06-22T19:00:00 - 2026-06-22T20:00:00

The purpose of this meeting is to get community input and listen to the resident's positions on this proposal. This is a virtual meeting via Zoom. 

Meeting ID: 165 833 3293

Please note, the City does not represent the occupant(s)/developer(s)/attorney(s)/applicant(s).



 

June 22, 2026
Event Date2026-06-22T19:00:00 - 2026-06-22T20:00:00

Jamaica Plain: 3615-3621 Washington Street Abutters Meeting

Proposal to submit a Long-Form permit for an occupancy update. The property address is 3611 Washington St, Retail B. Work was completed under permit #SF1797226, which reflects the project's cost. The space is being converted from a vacant retail unit to a hair salon.

June 23, 2026
Event Date2026-06-23T19:00:00 - 2026-06-23T20:00:00

The purpose of this meeting is to get community input and listen to the resident's positions on this proposal. This is a virtual meeting via Zoom

Meeting ID: 165 223 3902

Please note, the City does not represent the occupant(s)/developer(s)/attorney(s)/applicant(s).

June 23, 2026
Event Date2026-06-23T19:00:00 - 2026-06-23T20:00:00

Meet and Greet at St. James the Greater Church (Chinatown)

Join us in person at the historic St. James the Greater Church in Chinatown. Meet the team, explore our grant process, and get your questions answered. All are welcome!

June 30, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • 125 Harrison Ave
    Boston, MA 02111
  • Contact:
    Thadine Brown
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Chinatown/Leather District
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-06-30T18:00:00 - 2026-06-30T19:30:00

MEETING LOCATION: 

125 Harrison Ave

Boston, MA 02111

TRANSIT OPTIONS: 

Orange Line:  Tufts Medical Center (3 min walk) 

Red Line: South Station (10 - 12 min walk) 

Silver Line (SL4 and SL5): Tufts Medical Center / Chinatown

Green Line: Boylston (10 min walk) 

Bus Routes: 9, 11, 43 + Additional routes 

June 30, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • 125 Harrison Ave
    Boston, MA 02111
  • Contact:
    Thadine Brown
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Chinatown/Leather District
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-06-30T18:00:00 - 2026-06-30T19:30:00

Roxbury Poetry Festival

A vital gathering of national and local writers.

June 27, 2026
Event Date2026-06-27T10:00:00 - 2026-06-27T22:00:00

You won’t want to miss this FREE day-long celebration of poetry including workshops, featured speakers, and a slam poetry contest where you’ll have the chance to win a publishing deal.

Learn more and register

June 27, 2026
Event Date2026-06-27T10:00:00 - 2026-06-27T22:00:00

Publisher's Poetry Slam

Ten poets will be selected to compete at the Roxbury Poetry Festival in the Publisher’s Poetry Slam. The winning poet will have a chapbook published by Button Poetry!

To participate, submit your manuscript for consideration. Poets are to perform original work without the use of props, costumes or musical accompaniment. Poets should remain within the time limit designated for each round.

Submissions close on June 15, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. Selected poets will be notified by June 16, 2026.

Submit your work

Boston Urban Wilds | Gallery Reception

Join us to celebrate Lisa McCarty's solo exhibition at Boston City Hall!

July 30, 2026
  • 5:00pm - 7:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Mayor's Neighborhood Gallery, 2nd Floor
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Arts and Culture
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-30T17:00:00 - 2026-07-30T19:00:00

Boston Urban Wilds: Celebrating 50 Years of Conservation and Community is now on view at the Mayor's Neighborhood Gallery (2nd floor) in Boston City Hall. Through photographs by Lisa McCarty, this exhibition highlights unique environments that have been protected by the Boston Urban Wilds program, as well as the people who care for and commune with these wilds. Don't miss your chance to discover these spaces and connect with the artist!

Directions: Please use the entrance located on Congress St, across from Faneuil Hall. Pass security and take the elevators to the 2nd floor.

This exhibition is organized in partnership with the City of Boston Parks and Recreation Department and the City of Boston Environment Department, and is on view now through August 14, 2026. For more information please visit the City Hall Gallaries page.

July 30, 2026
  • 5:00pm - 7:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Mayor's Neighborhood Gallery, 2nd Floor
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Arts and Culture
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-30T17:00:00 - 2026-07-30T19:00:00

Elegy to the Underground | Opening Reception

Join us to celebrate Sarah Slavick's new solo exhibition at Boston City Hall!

June 25, 2026
Event Date2026-06-25T17:00:00 - 2026-06-25T19:00:00

Elegy to the Underground is now on view at the Mayor's Office Gallery (5th floor) in Boston City Hall. Through oil paintings and watercolors, the artist brings attention to the complex root networks that trees form to communicate to each other. Don't miss your chance to see the works in person and meet the artist!

Directions: Please use the entrance located on Congress St across from Faneuil Hall. Pass through security and take the elevators to the 5th floor.

This exhibition will be on view through August 14, 2026. For more information please visit the City Hall Galleries page.

June 25, 2026
Event Date2026-06-25T17:00:00 - 2026-06-25T19:00:00

Hyde Park: 147 West Street Abutters Meeting

Proposal for property to be paved and lined, along with new signage installed. Change of occupancy from auto repair shop and trailer parking to auto repair, trailer parking, and 24-hour towing and storage for up to 60 impounded vehicles.

July 1, 2026
Event Date2026-07-01T18:00:00 - 2026-07-01T19:00:00

The purpose of this meeting is to get community input and listen to the resident's positions on this proposal. This is a virtual meeting via Zoom.

  • Meeting ID: 165 775 3366

Please note: The City does not represent the occupant(s)/developer(s)/attorney(s)/applicant(s).

July 1, 2026
Event Date2026-07-01T18:00:00 - 2026-07-01T19:00:00

Jamaica Plain Coffee Hour

Join Mayor Michelle Wu and City Staff for coffee and conversation.

June 25, 2026
  • 5:30pm - 6:30pm
  • Curtis Community Center
    20 South Street
    Boston , MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Mayor's Office of Neighborhood Services
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-06-25T17:30:00 - 2026-06-25T18:30:00

Mayor Wu’s Neighborhood Coffee Hours are a unique opportunity to speak directly with the Mayor and staff from City departments about open space and their neighborhoods. If there are inclement weather conditions, the time and location may change to an indoor location and will be reflected on boston.gov/events.

A neighborhood staple known for bringing the community together over a cup of coffee, Dunkin’ is back to fuel the conversation with iced coffee and donuts. Dunkin’ will also provide lawn game activities for attendees, gift card giveaways, and the opportunity for residents to win a raffle prize. Free flowering plants will be provided by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and fresh fruit will be provided by Star Market, while supplies last.



 

 

June 25, 2026
  • 5:30pm - 6:30pm
  • Curtis Community Center
    20 South Street
    Boston , MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Mayor's Office of Neighborhood Services
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-06-25T17:30:00 - 2026-06-25T18:30:00

Moakley Park Community Meeting

Join us for an in-person community meeting at Moakley Park! There will be food, music, and activities to learn more about the park project and share your feedback. The event will be held at the picnic area near Saunders Stadium.

Register Here

June 27, 2026
  • 12:00pm - 2:00pm
  • Moakley Park
    1005 Columbia Road
    Boston, MA 02127
  • Contact:
    Marin Braco
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    South Boston
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-06-27T12:00:00 - 2026-06-27T14:00:00

Rain Plan: Mary Ellen McCormack, Task Force Room, 345 Old Colony Ave, Boston, MA 02127

Moakley Park

June 27, 2026
  • 12:00pm - 2:00pm
  • Moakley Park
    1005 Columbia Road
    Boston, MA 02127
  • Contact:
    Marin Braco
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    South Boston
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-06-27T12:00:00 - 2026-06-27T14:00:00

CPA Open Space and Recreation Workshop

Join the Community Preservation Act staff and Open Space and Recreation guest speakers Melanie Soto, Lois Alksninis, and Andira Alves for a virtual workshop to learn more about how CPA funding can support the preservation of outdoor resources in your community!

June 24, 2026
Event Date2026-06-24T18:00:00 - 2026-06-24T19:30:00

We'll cover eligible project types, application tips, and share examples of successful efforts. We are pleased to spotlight insights from our guest speakers: 

Melanie Soto - Charlestown Peace Park

Lois Alksninis - 150 River Street Garden

Andira Alves - Harriet Tubman Freedom Park

This meeting will be held on zoom. Please register below to receive a secure zoom meeting link. 

June 24, 2026
Event Date2026-06-24T18:00:00 - 2026-06-24T19:30:00
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