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H2O SOS: Water Warning | Closing Panel

Join us for a panel about art and climate change in Boston to celebrate the exhibitions currently on view at the City Hall Galleries. 

August 13, 2026
Event Date2026-08-13T18:00:00 - 2026-08-13T20:00:00

Please join us for the closing celebration of our current exhibitions centered on environmental issues. The event will feature a panel about art and climate change in Boston, and will also begin with a guided water ritual meditation led by Faith Johnson.

Panelists:

  • Lani Asuncion (Artist)
  • Sarah Slavick (Artist)
  • Lisa McCarty (Artist)
  • Catherine McCandless (Senior Climate Resilience Project Manager, City of Boston)
  • Hessann Farooqi (Executive Director, Boston Climate Action Network)
August 13, 2026
Event Date2026-08-13T18:00:00 - 2026-08-13T20:00:00

Digital Literacy Workshop

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

July 29, 2026
  • 9:00am - 5:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, starting from July 22, 2026, until July 31, 2026
  • 7 Palmer Street
    Roxbury, MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Sarbik Saha
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-29T09:00:00 - 2026-07-29T17:00:00

The modern job market requires strong computer skills. As AI and advanced technology grow, comfort with digital tools is essential for career success. The Center for Working Families is here to help you prepare and succeed.

Join our new, three-week digital literacy curriculum led by Center for Working Families tutors.

Schedule and Details:
  • Duration: 1.5 hours
  • Monday through Friday
  • Format: In-person workshops
  • Location: Roxbury
  • Cost: Free
July 29, 2026
  • 9:00am - 5:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, starting from July 22, 2026, until July 31, 2026
  • 7 Palmer Street
    Roxbury, MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Sarbik Saha
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-29T09:00:00 - 2026-07-29T17:00:00

Homebuyer Readiness

Presented by MassHouing. If you are interested in buying a home some day, this is the place to start.

July 22, 2026
Event Date2026-07-22T17:00:00 - 2026-07-22T18:00:00

In this workshop, you will learn:

-How a mortgage works and how to get one

-How a credit score affects your ability to get a loan

-What the hidden costs are to buying a home

-How much do you need to save for a down payment

-Where you can get free resources to make the process easier

July 22, 2026
Event Date2026-07-22T17:00:00 - 2026-07-22T18:00:00

How to Improve Your Credit and Increase Your Score

A good credit score saves you money by opening the door to cheaper loans, better credit card offers, and greater job and housing opportunities. Fortunately, a credit score doesn’t depend on how much money you have; it only depends on your ability to follow some basic rules.

July 21, 2026
  • 2:00pm - 3:00pm
  • Contact:
    Center for Working Families
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-21T14:00:00 - 2026-07-21T15:00:00

In this workshop, you can learn:

The formula to increase your credit score

How to read a credit report

How to start working one-on-one with a Financial Coach!

July 21, 2026
  • 2:00pm - 3:00pm
  • Contact:
    Center for Working Families
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-21T14:00:00 - 2026-07-21T15:00:00

Fixit Clinic: Boston Building Resources

Explore troubleshooting and repair with volunteer coaches.

September 12, 2026
  • 1:00pm - 4:00pm
  • Boston Building Resources
    100 Terrace Street
    Roxbury, MA 02120
  • Contact:
    Allon Dubler
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Jamaica Plain
    Mission Hill
    Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-09-12T13:00:00 - 2026-09-12T16:00:00

Fixit Clinics are free workshops where people bring broken stuff—from bikes to blenders to blazers—and volunteer coaches share their tools and know-how, working with you to disassemble, troubleshoot and (hopefully) repair items. These meet-ups build hands-on skills, confidence, community, and a culture of reuse and repair. They are family friendly and open to all.

The City of Boston Environment Department is partnering with Boston Building Resources to host one of these events.

REGISTER YOUR ITEM

VOLUNTEER To Coach or Support 

WHAT SHOULD I BRING?
  • A broken gadget, small appliance, computer, toy, tool, textile good, or other item

  • A description of what’s wrong and anything you’ve tried to fix it

  • Useful tools and parts, if you have them

  • A desire to explore and learn!
September 12, 2026
  • 1:00pm - 4:00pm
  • Boston Building Resources
    100 Terrace Street
    Roxbury, MA 02120
  • Contact:
    Allon Dubler
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Jamaica Plain
    Mission Hill
    Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-09-12T13:00:00 - 2026-09-12T16:00:00

Summer Contract Series for Small Businesses #2: Pricing Strategies and Fast Response Techniques

This is the second of two sessions in the Summer Contract Series hosted by the Office of Small Business and facilitated by Province Consulting Group.

August 18, 2026
  • 2:00pm - 3:30pm
  • Virtual
    Boston, MA
  • Contact:
    Emily Patrick
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-08-18T14:00:00 - 2026-08-18T15:30:00

This session focuses on pricing strategies to improve the competitiveness and efficiency of proposal responses. Participants will learn practical strategies for developing stronger pricing approaches and responding using AI-assisted workflows to streamline proposal development while maintaining control, accuracy, and strategic oversight.

This is the second of two sessions in the Summer Contract Series for Small Businesses hosted by the Office of Small Business and facilitated by Province Consulting Group. Consultation hours will be available after the workshop for participants.

August 18, 2026
  • 2:00pm - 3:30pm
  • Virtual
    Boston, MA
  • Contact:
    Emily Patrick
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-08-18T14:00:00 - 2026-08-18T15:30:00

Summer Contract Series for Small Businesses #1: Proposal Development

This is the first of two sessions in the Summer Contract Series hosted by the Office of Small Business and facilitated by Province Consulting Group.

August 11, 2026
  • 2:00pm - 3:30pm
  • Virtual
    Boston, MA
  • Contact:
    Emily Patrick
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-08-11T14:00:00 - 2026-08-11T15:30:00

This session focuses on helping businesses develop stronger, more competitive proposal responses and overall contract readiness for public and commercial procurement opportunities. The workshop will include practical proposal development strategies, including how to assess and integrate the scope of work that businesses can immediately apply to real opportunities.

The Summer Contract Series is facilitated by Province Consulting Group. Consultation hours will be available after the workshop for participants.

August 11, 2026
  • 2:00pm - 3:30pm
  • Virtual
    Boston, MA
  • Contact:
    Emily Patrick
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-08-11T14:00:00 - 2026-08-11T15:30:00

CPA Meet and Greet (Virtual)

Join us online to learn how to secure funding for the projects that matter most to your community—from affordable housing and historic preservation, to open space and recreation. 

August 19, 2026
Event Date2026-08-19T12:00:00 - 2026-08-19T13:30:00

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

We will review eligibility requirements, the application process, and more. Our team is here to support you in bringing your vision to life for 2027.

August 19, 2026
Event Date2026-08-19T12:00:00 - 2026-08-19T13:30:00

A Beginner's Guide to Home Repair

Have you ever wondered how the systems in your home work? 

August 1, 2026
Event Date2026-08-01T13:00:00 - 2026-08-01T15:00:00

What are the best tools to have in your toolbox for basic home repair tasks? How to safely take out your window AC unit at the end of summer or clean your gutters to prepare for fall? Join the Boston Home Center for A Beginner's Guide to Home Repair on Saturday, August 1st from 1:00-3:00 PM to help you better answer these questions!

The workshop will first cover basic home systems, including electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and exterior. Learn basic terminology about the systems that run your home. Next, we will dive into the key tools you should have to be prepared for home repair tasks like how to change the drill bit on an electric drill, and how to set up a ladder against your home. Finally, we’ll tackle an August based theme of weatherization where you’ll learn how to safely clean your gutters and uninstall a window AC unit. 

Join the Boston Home Center on August 1, 2026 at 1 pm for a new workshop, A Beginner's Guide to Home Repair.

August 1, 2026
Event Date2026-08-01T13:00:00 - 2026-08-01T15:00:00

Fixit Clinic: BPL Connolly Branch

Explore troubleshooting and repair with volunteer coaches.

July 25, 2026
  • 1:00pm - 4:00pm
  • Connolly Branch of the Boston Public Library
    433 Centre St
    Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Allon Dubler
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Jamaica Plain
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-25T13:00:00 - 2026-07-25T16:00:00

Fixit Clinics are free workshops where people bring broken stuff—from bikes to blenders to blazers—and volunteer Fixit Coaches share their tools and know-how to help troubleshoot and (hopefully) repair items. These meet-ups build hands-on skills, confidence, community, and a culture of reuse and repair. The City of Boston Environment Department is partnering with the Connolly Branch of the Boston Public Library to host one of these events.

REGISTER YOUR ITEM

VOLUNTEER

WHAT SHOULD I BRING?
  • A broken gadget, small appliance, computer, toy, textile good, or other item

  • A description of what’s wrong and anything you’ve tried to fix it

  • Useful tools and parts, if you have them

  • A desire to explore and learn!

This event is family-friendly and open to all.

 

July 25, 2026
  • 1:00pm - 4:00pm
  • Connolly Branch of the Boston Public Library
    433 Centre St
    Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Allon Dubler
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Jamaica Plain
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-25T13:00:00 - 2026-07-25T16:00:00
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