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How to Improve Your Credit and Increase Your Score

Presented by Maurice "Dutch" Kotoff, SVP, Financial Education and Empowerment

November 19, 2026
Event Date2026-11-19T15:00:00 - 2026-11-19T16:30:00

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

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!
November 19, 2026
Event Date2026-11-19T15:00:00 - 2026-11-19T16:30:00

Refining Your Resume

In partnership with the Goodwill Career Center in Roxbury

November 24, 2026
  • 1:00pm - 2:00pm
  • 1010 Harrison Avenue
    Boston, MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Goodwill Boston Career Center
  • send an email
  • 617-541-1400
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Learning and lectures
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-11-24T13:00:00 - 2026-11-24T14:00:00

This workshop is intended for job seekers who are seeking to refine their existing resume or those who have taken Resume Beginnings.

In this workshop, you will be able to meet 1:1 with a Career Navigator to refine your resume. Formatting, AI tools and resources and cover letters will be reviewed.

November 24, 2026
  • 1:00pm - 2:00pm
  • 1010 Harrison Avenue
    Boston, MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Goodwill Boston Career Center
  • send an email
  • 617-541-1400
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Learning and lectures
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-11-24T13:00:00 - 2026-11-24T14:00:00

Interviewing Skills

Prepare for your interview with us!

November 17, 2026
Event Date2026-11-17T15:30:00 - 2026-11-17T16:30:00

Explore interviewing strategies, commonly asked questions, and unexpected challenges that may arise during the interview process.

November 17, 2026
Event Date2026-11-17T15:30:00 - 2026-11-17T16:30:00

How to Improve Your Credit and Increase Your Score

November 12, 2026
Event Date2026-11-12T10:00:00 - 2026-11-12T11:30:00

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

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!
November 12, 2026
Event Date2026-11-12T10:00:00 - 2026-11-12T11:30:00

Your Next Level Business

Presented by Reggie Williams, Vice President and Senior Business Consultant at Chase Bank.

November 5, 2026
Event Date2026-11-05T15:00:00 - 2026-11-05T16:00:00

In partnership with the City of Boston Center for Working Families, Chase for Business Coaching for Impact presents “Your Next Level Business,” a practical session built for small business owners who want clearer priorities and stronger execution. You will learn a simple five-part framework to strengthen your growth foundation, build agility and resilience, lead with a people-first approach, and leave with a focused action plan for the next 30 to 90 days.

November 5, 2026
Event Date2026-11-05T15:00:00 - 2026-11-05T16:00:00

Technical Assistance Contract Informational Session

Learn more about the Written Quote Contract (WQC) opportunities to support the Boston Cannabis Equity Program!

November 9, 2026
Event Date2026-11-09T18:00:00 - 2026-11-09T19:30:00

 

TA contract info session

 

Register today

November 9, 2026
Event Date2026-11-09T18:00:00 - 2026-11-09T19:30:00

Native American Heritage Month - Artist Talk

Join Mayor Michelle Wu and City Staff for an art display and artist talk to celebrate Native American Heritage Month.

November 19, 2026
Event Date2026-11-19T18:00:00 - 2026-11-19T20:00:00

Cultural emergency response

Erin Genia developed this project during her residency in the Boston Artists-in-Residence (AIR) program. Guests will view the handmade beaded vest created for this project and hear directly from Genia about her work as a Native artist. Light refreshments will be provided; registration is requested. Thursday, November 19, from 6 to 8 p.m.


2026 E&I Native Heritage Event

 

 

 

 

November 19, 2026
Event Date2026-11-19T18:00:00 - 2026-11-19T20:00:00

Coastmix Webinar

During this webinar, the Coastmix Project Team will take you through a demonstration of Coastmix, share how it was built, and discuss its uses.

November 6, 2026
Event Date2026-11-06T12:00:00 - 2026-11-06T13:00:00

The City of Boston Office of Climate Resilience and the Office of Emerging Technology have launched Coastmix, an open-source tool that lets people visually design and explore ways to protect coastlines from sea level rise. Coastmix can empower community members, educators, students, practitioners, and advocates to communicate coastal resilience strategies in and beyond Boston. It is built using the same interface as Streetmix, a popular transportation planning tool, and was created in partnership with the developers of Streetmix.

During this webinar, the Coastmix Project Team will take you through a demonstration of Coastmix, share how it was built, and discuss its uses. Visit the Coastmix website to learn more and explore Coastmix!

November 6, 2026
Event Date2026-11-06T12:00:00 - 2026-11-06T13:00:00

The Future of Construction Technology

A panel discussion hosted by the Housing Innovation Lab. 

November 18, 2026
  • 5:00pm - 7:00pm
  • Autodesk Technology Center
    23 Drydock Ave
    Boston, MA 02210
  • Contact:
    Paige Roosa
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
  • Event Type:
    Learning and lectures
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-11-18T17:00:00 - 2026-11-18T19:00:00

Join the City of Boston and Urban Land Institute for a conversation with industry experts about where offsite construction in Boston stands today and what improvements to “kit of parts” methods are accelerating housing production in the near future.

Capacity is limited and advanced registration is required. Please register by November 2, 2026.

Featured speakers at the Future of Construction Technology panel discussion include Nick Nigro, Senior Project Manager, Leggett McCall, Jason Van Nest, Executive Director, Center for Offsite Construction, and Ivan Rupnik, Founder, MODx, Professor, Northeastern University

November 18, 2026
  • 5:00pm - 7:00pm
  • Autodesk Technology Center
    23 Drydock Ave
    Boston, MA 02210
  • Contact:
    Paige Roosa
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
  • Event Type:
    Learning and lectures
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-11-18T17:00:00 - 2026-11-18T19:00:00

AI Training for Small Businesses

Explore practical ways to overcome business hurdles with generative AI.

October 26, 2026
Event Date2026-10-26T18:00:00 - 2026-10-26T20:00:00

​In collaboration with Grow with Google and the Massachusetts AI Hub, the City of Boston is co-hosting a Small Business AI Training on Monday, October 26th at 6:00pm.

You won't just learn about Google AI tools – you'll get hands-on practice. More importantly, you'll discover when and how to use them strategically to tackle common business challenges.

You’ll leave with a personalized plan to put AI to work for your business right away. Through hands-on exercises and practical examples, you’ll practice how to:

  • ​Write Effective Prompts: Get clear, targeted results from AI by defining exactly what you need.

  • ​Generate Innovative Ideas: Brainstorm solutions and overcome business hurdles when you feel stuck.

  • ​Streamline Repetitive Tasks: Use AI tools to help you save time and valuable resources.

​This workshop is specifically designed for small business owners and their teams. No prior AI knowledge or technical expertise is required – just bring your business challenges!

​Please bring your own laptop: A laptop is recommended to participate in this workshop.

October 26, 2026
Event Date2026-10-26T18:00:00 - 2026-10-26T20:00:00
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