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November 19, 2026

4:00pm-9:00pm
FreeVerse Collective
  • Civic Pavilion
    5 Congress Street
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Price:
    FREE

FreeVerse creates intergenerational spaces where poetry, music, and storytelling foster healing, connection, and creative liberation. Through a new initiative titled “FreeVerse University”, youth creatives receive monthly career-development workshops and mentorship from established artists and industry professionals.

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November 20, 2026

9:00am-5:00pm
Digital Literacy Workshop

Please join the Center for Working Families for a newly launched, free digital literacy curriculum.

November 21, 2026

8:30am-12:00pm
Zero Waste Day Drop-Off (Rescheduled)
  • Millennium Park
    315 Gardner Street
    West Roxbury, Massachusetts 02132
  • Price:
    FREE

Bring your household hazardous waste and certain waste ban items to a Zero Waste Day for safe disposal. 

This event was originally scheduled for September 26th, but was postponed and relocated due to the expected nor'easter on that date. This event is now on November 21st at 315 Gardner Street, West Roxbury 02132.

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11:00am-2:00pm
Fixit Clinic: BPL Central Branch
  • Central Branch of the Boston Public Library
    700 Boylston Street
    Boston, MA 02116
  • Price:
    FREE

Explore troubleshooting and repair with volunteer coaches.

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November 23, 2026

9:00am-5:00pm
Digital Literacy Workshop

Please join the Center for Working Families for a newly launched, free digital literacy curriculum.

5:00pm-6:00pm
2026 Trellis Lighting at Christopher Columbus Park

Help spread the holiday cheer by joining the City of Boston, the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and the Friends of Christopher Columbus Park for our annual trellis lighting in the North End's Christopher Columbus Park!

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November 24, 2026

11:00am-12:00pm
2026 Boston's Official Holiday Tree Arrival

The annual gift of an evergreen Christmas tree from Nova Scotia is scheduled to arrive by police escort at Boston Common at approximately 11 a.m. on Tuesday, November 24.

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November 25, 2026

9:00am-5:00pm
Digital Literacy Workshop

Please join the Center for Working Families for a newly launched, free digital literacy curriculum.

10:00am-1:00pm
Business Certification Office Hours

The Department of Supplier Diversity hosts weekly virtual certification office hours for minority-owned business enterprises, women-owned business enterprises, and small business enterprises every Wednesday from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

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November 26, 2026

12:30pm-2:30pm
Immigrant Advancement Community Office Hours - Copley

Join us for our in-person Community Office Hours! 

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November 27, 2026

9:00am-5:00pm
Digital Literacy Workshop

Please join the Center for Working Families for a newly launched, free digital literacy curriculum.

12:00pm-1:00pm
Support Group For Dementia Care Partners

Join our support group to connect with others & share experiences. Gain helpful information and resources.

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12:00pm-1:30pm
Barbados Flag Raising and Cultural Event
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Price:
    FREE

The City of Boston is proud to recognize Barbados and celebrate the vibrant Barbadian community in Boston. The flag raising will honor the cultural heritage, history, and contribution of Barbadians who have helped shape the City's diverse communities.

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November 28, 2026

5:00pm-6:00pm
2026 Lighting of the Ship at Martin's Park

Join us for Boston's newest holiday tradition!

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November 30, 2026

9:00am-5:00pm
Digital Literacy Workshop

Please join the Center for Working Families for a newly launched, free digital literacy curriculum.

10:00am-3:00pm
Age Strong's Medicare Open Enrollment Clinics - West Roxbury

Get the Best Coverage at the Lowest Cost! Assess your Medicare and prescription plan annually

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10:30am-12:00pm
Age Strong Memory Cafe - Jamaica Plain
  • Boston Public Library - Jamaica Plain Branch
    30 South Street
    Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
  • Price:
    FREE

A Memory Café is a welcoming place for people with forgetfulness or other changes in their thinking.

 

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5:00pm-6:00pm
2026 Copley Square Tree Lighting

Please join us in celebrating the grand reopening of Copley Square Park and our annual tree lighting.

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December 2, 2026

9:00am-5:00pm
Digital Literacy Workshop

Please join the Center for Working Families for a newly launched, free digital literacy curriculum.

10:00am-1:00pm
Business Certification Office Hours

The Department of Supplier Diversity hosts weekly virtual certification office hours for minority-owned business enterprises, women-owned business enterprises, and small business enterprises every Wednesday from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

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10:00am-3:00pm
Age Strong's Medicare Open Enrollment Clinics - South Boston

Get the Best Coverage at the Lowest Cost! Assess your Medicare and prescription plan annually.

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4:30pm-6:00pm
ADU Budget Workshop

Are you planning to build an Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU) and have questions about the anticipated costs? Sign up for a virtual budget workshop!

December 3, 2026

10:00am-3:00pm
Age Strong's Medicare Open Enrollment Clinics - Downtown

Get the Best Coverage at the Lowest Cost! Assess your Medicare and prescription plan annually.

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4:00pm-7:00pm
Immigrant Advancement Community Office Hours - East Boston

Join us for our in-person Community Office Hours! 

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4:00pm-5:30pm
ADU Design Workshop

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

8:00pm
2026 Lighting of the Commonwealth Avenue Mall

Please join us as we hit the switch and celebrate the lighting of trees up and down Commonwealth Avenue.

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December 4, 2026

9:00am-5:00pm
Digital Literacy Workshop

Please join the Center for Working Families for a newly launched, free digital literacy curriculum.

10:00am-3:00pm
Age Strong's Medicare Open Enrollment Clinics - Downtown

Get the Best Coverage at the Lowest Cost! Assess your Medicare and prescription plan annually.

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