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Heat Emergency in Boston
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A heat emergency is in place in Boston through Tuesday, June 24. A number of splash pads and City pools are open, and select BCYF community centers are open as cooling centers during the emergency.
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Free Compost Giveaway

Come get free Boston-made finished compost while supplies last!

June 22, 2025
2025-06-22T09:00:00 - 2025-06-22T12:00:00
Free finished compost alert!
  • Bring any container, paper bag, Tupperware, bin, etc. and fill it with nutrient-rich compost for your garden!
  • Compost processed and donated by Garbage to Garden!
  • First come, first served. 
  • 25 gallon limit per household.
  • Proof of Boston residency required.
  • If it rains, the event will be canceled. Follow Boston's Streets Cabinet Instagram for event updates. 
June 22, 2025
2025-06-22T09:00:00 - 2025-06-22T12:00:00
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