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Bluebikes Expansion Open House - Roslindale

The City of Boston is adding new Bluebikes stations to every neighborhood in Boston. We want to hear from you!

June 2, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • BCYF Roslindale
    6 Cummins Highway
    Roslindale, MA 02131
  • Contact:
    Boston Bikes
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Hyde Park
    Roslindale
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-06-02T18:00:48 - 2026-06-02T19:30:48

During this phase, we are focused on Hyde Park, Roslindale, and West Roxbury. Join us at an Open House to review potential sites and share feedback. There will be a brief presentation at 6:15 p.m.

  • Open House - Roslindale

    • Tuesday, June 2, 6 - 7:30 p.m. 

    • BCYF Roslindale

  • Open House - West Roxbury

    • Thursday, June 4, 6 - 7:30 p.m. 

    • BCYF Roche Family Community Center, West Roxbury

  • Open House - Virtual

  • Open House - Hyde Park

    • Wednesday, June 10, 6 - 7:30 p.m. 

    • BCYF Hyde Park

The content will be the same at all four open houses in this phase (we will share all the potential site plans at each event).

If you're aren't able to attend the open houses, you can view the sites and give feedback via the online surveys when they launch soon at boston.gov/bike-share-survey

Learn more and sign up for the email list at boston.gov/bike-share-expansion.

June 2, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • BCYF Roslindale
    6 Cummins Highway
    Roslindale, MA 02131
  • Contact:
    Boston Bikes
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Hyde Park
    Roslindale
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-06-02T18:00:48 - 2026-06-02T19:30:48

Brighton: 1962 Beacon Street Abutters Meeting

“Dunkin” seeking common victualler license 4:30 a.m. - 10 p.m.

June 3, 2026
Event Date2026-06-03T19:00:00 - 2026-06-03T20:00:00

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: 165 741 4108

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

June 3, 2026
Event Date2026-06-03T19:00:00 - 2026-06-03T20:00:00

South Boston: 70 Sleeper St Abutters Meeting

Amend entertainment license to allow for a Disc Jockey on the outdoor rooftop on Saturdays and Sundays between the hours of 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. only; add fitness and workout classes on the outdoor rooftop, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m..

May 18, 2026
Event Date2026-05-18T18:00:00 - 2026-05-18T19:00:00

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: 165 525 0990

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

May 18, 2026
Event Date2026-05-18T18:00:00 - 2026-05-18T19:00:00

Quincy Street Play Area Community Meeting #3

Join us at an online community info session to learn about the Quincy Street Play Area project and next steps!

Register Here 

June 3, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • Zoom
    Boston, MA 02121
  • Contact:
    Max Sell
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-06-03T18:00:00 - 2026-06-03T19:30:00
June 3, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • Zoom
    Boston, MA 02121
  • Contact:
    Max Sell
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-06-03T18:00:00 - 2026-06-03T19:30:00

Charlestown Meet and Greet at Memorial Hall

Join us in person at the historic Memorial Hall in Charlestown! 

June 8, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • 14 Green St
    Charlestown, MA 02129
  • Contact:
    Thadine Brown
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Charlestown
    Citywide
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-06-08T18:00:00 - 2026-06-08T19:30:00

Now entering it's 10th funding cycle, the CPA Grant Fund supports projects in affordable housing, open space and recreation, and historic preservation. Meet the team, explore the grant process, and get your questions answered. All are welcome! Please register below. 

MEETING LOCATION: 14 Green St Charlestown, MA 02129

TRANSIT OPTIONS

Orange Line: Community College Station

Bus: 92 or 93 Lines

Ferry: Navy Yard (F1)

Parking: Street parking; Nautica Garage nearby

June 8, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • 14 Green St
    Charlestown, MA 02129
  • Contact:
    Thadine Brown
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Charlestown
    Citywide
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-06-08T18:00:00 - 2026-06-08T19:30:00

Allston-Brighton Meet and Greet at the Allston Abbey

Join us in person at the historic St. Luke’s + St. Margaret’s Church (the Allston Abbey) in Allston. Meet the team, explore our grant process, and get your questions answered. All are welcome!

June 15, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • 5 St. Lukes Rd.
    Allston, MA 02134
  • Contact:
    Thadine Brown
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Allston
    Brighton
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-06-15T18:00:00 - 2026-06-15T19:30:00

MEETING LOCATION:

5 St. Lukes Rd.

Allston, Massachusetts 02134

TRANSIT OPTIONS: Green Line; Bus: 57, 64, or 66 Lines, street parking available

June 15, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • 5 St. Lukes Rd.
    Allston, MA 02134
  • Contact:
    Thadine Brown
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Allston
    Brighton
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-06-15T18:00:00 - 2026-06-15T19:30:00

Canceled:
Bluebikes Expansion Open House - Hyde Park

Reason for cancellation: Rescheduled for June 10
May 20, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • BCYF Hyde Park
    1179 River St
    Hyde Park, MA 02136
  • Contact:
    Boston Bikes
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Hyde Park
    Roslindale
    West End
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-05-20T18:00:48 - 2026-05-20T19:30:48

During this phase, we are focused on Hyde Park, Roslindale, and West Roxbury. Join us at an Open House to review potential sites and share feedback. There will be a brief presentation at 6:15 p.m.

  • Open House - Hyde Park

    • Wednesday, May 20, 6 - 7:30 p.m. 

    • BCYF Hyde Park

  • Open House - Roslindale

    • Tuesday, June 2, 6 - 7:30 p.m. 

    • BCYF Roslindale

  • Open House - West Roxbury

    • Thursday, June 4, 6 - 7:30 p.m. 

    • BCYF Roche Family Community Center, West Roxbury

  • Open House - Virtual

    • Monday, June 8, 6 - 7:30 p.m. 

    • Registration will open soon

The content will be the same at all four open houses in this phase (we will share all the potential site plans at each event).

If you're aren't able to attend the open houses, you can view the sites and give feedback via the online surveys when they launch soon at boston.gov/bike-share-survey

Learn more and sign up for the email list at boston.gov/bike-share-expansion.

May 20, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • BCYF Hyde Park
    1179 River St
    Hyde Park, MA 02136
  • Contact:
    Boston Bikes
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Hyde Park
    Roslindale
    West End
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-05-20T18:00:48 - 2026-05-20T19:30:48

Roxbury Meet and Greet at Twelfth Baptist Church

Comes speak with us at the historic Twelfth Baptist Church in Roxbury! 

June 3, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • 160 Warren Street
    Roxbury, MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Thadine Brown
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-06-03T18:00:00 - 2026-06-03T19:30:00

We want to make our grant process as clear and accessible as possible. Whether you’re a local nonprofit or for-profit leader, a community organizer, or a resident with a great idea, this event is for you. Come learn how we can support your work in the community!

Date and Time: Wednesday, June 3, 2026, 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Meeting Location: 160 Warren Street, Roxbury, MA 0211

PARKING INFORMATION: Parking lot available as well as street parking. 

Please register below so we can plan accordingly. All are welcome! 

June 3, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • 160 Warren Street
    Roxbury, MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Thadine Brown
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-06-03T18:00:00 - 2026-06-03T19:30:00

St James Street Community Meeting 2 (Online)

Join us for an online community meeting about site analysis and next steps for St James Street Park!

Register Here

May 20, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • Zoom
    Boston, MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Kenya Thompson
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-05-20T18:00:00 - 2026-05-20T19:30:00
May 20, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • Zoom
    Boston, MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Kenya Thompson
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-05-20T18:00:00 - 2026-05-20T19:30:00

Independence Day Parade and Ceremonies

Join the City of Boston and Mayor Michelle Wu to celebrate our nation's 250th Independence Day!

July 4, 2026
Event Date2026-07-04T07:30:00 - 2026-07-04T12:30:00
  • 7:30 a.m. | Parade staging begins at Dartmouth Street and Copley Square
  • 9:00 a.m. | Parade steps off from Copley Square
    • The parade will begin at Copley Square and proceed down Boylston Street, turn left onto Tremont Street, and end at Court Street. A detailed map of the parade route is available at this link (and below).

    • It will feature historic organizations, military units, veterans groups, civic organizations, musicians, and community participants. 

  • 10:00 a.m. | Halt of Honors Ceremony at Old Granary Burying Ground
  • 10:15 a.m. | Reading of the Declaration of Independence from the Old State House Balcony
    • The ceremony will feature a trumpet call, a performance of “God Bless America” by Boston Police Officer Stephen McNulty, remarks from Mayor Michelle Wu, and the traditional reading of the Declaration of Independence by the Captain Commanding of the Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company. The reading will conclude with patriotic music performed by the Zarba Military Band.
    • The Old State House is located at 206 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02109.
  • 11:00 a.m. | Independence Day Oration at Faneuil Hall
    • Event is currently at capacity, no longer accepting RSVPs
    • Includes musical performances by the Zarba Military Band, remarks from Mayor Michelle Wu, followed by Dr. Nathaniel Sheidley, president and CEO of Revolutionary Spaces, who will deliver the City’s traditional Fourth of July Oration. The program will also feature a fireside chat with award‑winning writer and journalist Ta‑Nehisi Coates and Dr. Imari Paris Jeffries, president and CEO of Embrace Boston, reflecting on the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, Boston’s revolutionary legacy, and realizing the promises of the Revolution today. 
Parade route:

parade route

Residents and visitors should expect temporary street closures, parking restrictions, and traffic delays in the vicinity of the parade route and staging areas throughout the morning. Street occupancy and parking restrictions will be in effect on portions of Cambridge Street, Court Street, Dartmouth Street, and surrounding roadways.

July 4, 2026
Event Date2026-07-04T07:30:00 - 2026-07-04T12:30:00
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