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55+ Archery Classes

Drop in for free archery classes in the park every Wednesday! 

September 25, 2024
  • 12:00pm - 1:30pm
    Repeats weekly on Wednesday, starting from September 25, 2024, 5 times
  • Doherty Playground
    349 Bunker Hill Street
    Charlestown, MA 02129
  • Contact:
    Parks and Recreation
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Charlestown
  • Posted:
2024-09-25T12:00:27 - 2024-09-25T13:30:27

Join us at Doherty Playground in Charlestown for an introduction to archery! This class is for residents 55+ and is free with no registration required. 

September 25, 2024
  • 12:00pm - 1:30pm
    Repeats weekly on Wednesday, starting from September 25, 2024, 5 times
  • Doherty Playground
    349 Bunker Hill Street
    Charlestown, MA 02129
  • Contact:
    Parks and Recreation
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Charlestown
  • Posted:
2024-09-25T12:00:27 - 2024-09-25T13:30:27
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Hero Square Dedication Curtis W. Herron

Join us for a Hero Square Dedication for Curtis W. Herron on Saturday, September 21, 2024, at 10 a.m. This dedication will be held at the intersection of Humboldt Avenue and Humboldt Court in Roxbury.

September 21, 2024
  • 10:00am - 11:00am
  • Intersection of Humboldt Avenue and Humboldt Court
    Roxbury, MA
  • Contact:
    Veterans Services Department
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2024-09-21T10:00:00 - 2024-09-21T11:00:00

Curtis Herron  was born on February 22, 1927 and lived in Boston. Herron enlisted in the Army and served as a Light Weapons Infantryman in the 5th Cavalry achieving the rank of Corporal. Herron was seriously wounded by the enemy in North Korea on June 5th, 1951 and returned to duty on June 19th, 1951.  Corporal Herron was killed in Action while fighting the enemy in North Korea on October 7th, 1951. Curtis Herron is survived by his family who resides in Dorchester.

 

September 21, 2024
  • 10:00am - 11:00am
  • Intersection of Humboldt Avenue and Humboldt Court
    Roxbury, MA
  • Contact:
    Veterans Services Department
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2024-09-21T10:00:00 - 2024-09-21T11:00:00
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Festival Central-American Flag Raising and Cultural Event

September 14, 2024
2024-09-14T10:00:14 - 2024-09-14T17:00:14

Join us on Saturday, September 14, as we celebrate Central American Independence Day with a vibrant festival on City Hall Plaza! This event will honor the rich cultural heritage of Central America, featuring the ceremonial raising of flags from countries such as Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Belize.

The day will be filled with traditional music, dance, and delicious cuisine from across Central America. It's a wonderful opportunity to learn about and experience the pride and unity of the Central American community here in Boston. All are welcome to join in this joyous celebration of culture, history, and community!

Don’t miss it—let’s come together to show our support and appreciation for the Central American diaspora.

September 14, 2024
2024-09-14T10:00:14 - 2024-09-14T17:00:14
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Mexican Flag Raising

September 16, 2024
2024-09-16T12:00:51 - 2024-09-16T14:50:51

Mexico Flag Raising

Join the City of Boston in celebrating Mexico's Independence Day with a special flag-raising ceremony at City Hall Plaza. This event honors Mexico's rich cultural heritage and its vibrant community here in Boston.

Mexico’s Independence Day, celebrated on September 16th, commemorates the country’s fight for independence from Spain in 1810. The day is marked by festivities across the globe, and we are proud to join in recognizing the contributions of the Mexican community to Boston's diverse cultural fabric.

The event will feature remarks from city officials, community leaders, and representatives from the Mexican Consulate, followed by the ceremonial raising of the Mexican flag. We invite residents and visitors to come together to celebrate this important day and reflect on the shared values of freedom, unity, and cultural pride.

September 16, 2024
2024-09-16T12:00:51 - 2024-09-16T14:50:51
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Learn-to-bike for adults: Basic Skills

Do you want to learn or refresh basic skills, such as starting, stopping, and turning? Bikes and helmets provided. This class is open to all genders.

October 5, 2024
2024-10-05T10:00:00 - 2024-10-05T12:00:00

a photo of a group of adults learning how to bike

October 5, 2024
2024-10-05T10:00:00 - 2024-10-05T12:00:00
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Learn-to-Bike for Adults: Road Readiness and Street Skills

Gain on-bike confidence skills! This workshop will break into two groups. One will learn and practice hand signals and advanced bike handling, and the other will practice bike skills on off-street paths, bike lanes, and on low-stress shared streets. This class is open to all genders.

October 5, 2024
2024-10-05T12:00:00 - 2024-10-05T14:00:00

 

a photo of a group of adults learning how to bike

a photo of a group of adults practicing on street bike skills

October 5, 2024
2024-10-05T12:00:00 - 2024-10-05T14:00:00
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Backyard Bash

The Backyard Bash is part of the Fierce Urgency of Now Festival and hosted by the Friends of the Public Garden, supported by the Wake Up The Night Grant.

September 17, 2024
2024-09-17T17:00:00 - 2024-09-17T19:00:00

Friends of the Public Garden is excited to host the third annual Backyard Bash—the perfect way to wrap up the Fierce Urgency of Now Festival! Join us in celebration as we close out the festival with great music, lawn games and activities, frozen delights, sparkling mocktails, and great company. The Backyard Bash is a fantastic opportunity to unwind, socialize, and make new friends and lasting memories.

September 17, 2024
2024-09-17T17:00:00 - 2024-09-17T19:00:00
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Dewey Square Mural Opening Celebration and Drag Show

Dewey Square Mural Opening Celebration and Drag Show is presented by the Greenway Conservancy and supported by the Wake Up The Night Grant.

September 19, 2024
2024-09-19T18:00:00 - 2024-09-19T20:00:00

Join us on Thursday, September 19 from 6 - 8 p.m. at in Dewey Square for a free, all-ages evening of performance, drag, dance, music and art-making as we mark the opening of Jeffrey Gibson's new mural, your spirit whispering in my ear, on The Greenway in partnership with MASS MoCA!

Gibson's mural ushers in the 10th installation of The Greenway's rotating mural program on Dewey Square. Bring your friends and come ready to dance and celebrate!

The event will feature Greenway food trucks offering both vegetarian and non-vegetarian meals for purchase, including Zaaki, Vaz & Mac, Jamaica Mi Hungry, and Cookie Monster.

Night Shift Brewing will offer beer, wine, and alcoholic beverages for purchase for visitors 21+.

September 19, 2024
2024-09-19T18:00:00 - 2024-09-19T20:00:00
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Seafood Throwdown Competition

Part of the Community Canvas Series presented by the Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion bringing community events to Mattapan Square this July, August, and September.

September 21, 2024
  • 10:00am - 1:00pm
  • Mattapan Square
    CORNER OF CUMMINS HIGHWAY AND FAIRWAY STREET
    Mattapan, MA
  • Contact:
    Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Mattapan
  • Posted:
2024-09-21T10:00:00 - 2024-09-21T13:00:00

The Seafood Throwdown competition will feature two local chefs creating a seafood dish, and accompanied by seasonal vegetables grown by farmers market vendors. 


Competencia Seafood Throwdown con la participación de chefs locales 

Parte de la Serie Lienzo Comunitario presentada por la Oficina de Inclusión y Oportunidades Económicas, que traerá eventos comunitarios a Mattapan Square en julio, agosto y septiembre.

La competencia Seafood Throwdown contará con dos chefs locales que crearán un plato de mariscos, y lo acompañarán con verduras de temporada cultivadas por los vendedores del mercado de agricultores.

Konpetisyon Throwdown Fwidmè ak Chef lokal yo 

Yon pati nan Seri Twal Kominotè prezante pa Biwo Opòtinite Ekonomik ak Enklizyon, pote evènman kominotè yo nan Mattapan Square sa a Jiyè, Out, ak Septanm.

Konpetisyon Fwidmè Throwdown la pral prezante de chef lokal k ap kreye yon plat fwidmè, epi li akonpaye pa legim sezonye yo ki kiltive nan mache kiltivatè yo.

 

September 21, 2024
  • 10:00am - 1:00pm
  • Mattapan Square
    CORNER OF CUMMINS HIGHWAY AND FAIRWAY STREET
    Mattapan, MA
  • Contact:
    Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Mattapan
  • Posted:
2024-09-21T10:00:00 - 2024-09-21T13:00:00
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Haitian Expressions in Mattapan Square

Part of the Community Canvas Series presented by the Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion bringing community events to Mattapan Square this July, August, and September.

September 7, 2024
2024-09-07T10:00:00 - 2024-09-07T13:00:20

Experience the vibrant culture of Haiti with Haitian cuisine, performances, music, and dynamic dance classes.


Expresiones haitianas en la plaza de Mattapan

Parte de la Serie Lienzo Comunitario presentada por la Oficina de Inclusión y Oportunidades Económicas, que traerá eventos comunitarios a la plaza de Mattapan en julio, agosto y septiembre.

Experimente la vibrante cultura de Haití con cocina criolla, presentaciones, música y dinámicas clases de baile. 


Ekspresyon Ayisyen nan Mattapan Square

Yon pati nan Seri Twal Kominotè prezante pa Biwo Opòtinite Ekonomik ak Enklizyon, pote evènman kominotè yo nan Mattapan Square sa a Jiyè, Out, ak Septanm.

Dekouvri kilti dinamik Ayiti avèk kwizin Ayisyen, pèfòmans, mizik, ak klas dans dinamik. 
 
September 7, 2024
2024-09-07T10:00:00 - 2024-09-07T13:00:20
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