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Grove Hall Community Center Design Open House

View a model of the proposed design for a new community center in the Grove Hall section of Dorchester.

February 6, 2025
Event Date2025-02-06T14:30:49 - 2025-02-06T17:30:00

Stop by our open house to view a model of the proposed design. Speak directly with the design team, BCYF or PFD about the project and ask questions and provide feedback.

February 6, 2025
Event Date2025-02-06T14:30:49 - 2025-02-06T17:30:00

Build Your Tech Skills

The Office of Returning Citizens is partnering with the City of Boston’s Digital Equity Team to offer weekly 1:1 drop-in and topic-based workshops focused on building tech skills for formerly incarcerated Boston residents.

January 13, 2025
  • 2:00pm - 5:00pm
    Repeats monthly on Monday, but only the second and the 4th instance of this set, starting from January 13, 2025, until June 30, 2025
  • 30 Dimock St
    Second floor
    Roxbury, MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Rechelle Hypolite
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Other
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-01-13T14:00:00 - 2025-01-13T17:00:00

Drop-in sessions are held weekly on the 2nd Monday of the month from 2-5pm for tips and tricks on getting internet access, creating accounts, navigating web pages, and more — no appointment necessary — for Boston's returning citizens.

We’re also excited to introduce new digital skills workshops:

  • In-person | Topic-based workshop held on the 4th Monday of each month, between 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.

January 13, 2025
  • 2:00pm - 5:00pm
    Repeats monthly on Monday, but only the second and the 4th instance of this set, starting from January 13, 2025, until June 30, 2025
  • 30 Dimock St
    Second floor
    Roxbury, MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Rechelle Hypolite
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Other
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-01-13T14:00:00 - 2025-01-13T17:00:00

Free Immigration Consultations

Ask an immigration lawyer for advice.

January 2, 2025
  • 12:00pm - 3:00pm
  • By phone only
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Immigrant Advancement
  • send an email
  • 617-635-2980
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
  • Event Type:
    Other
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-01-02T12:00:00 - 2025-01-02T15:00:00

Do you need immigration advice from a lawyer? The Mayor’s Office for Immigrant Advancement offers free immigration consultations on the first and third Wednesday of every month from 12 to 3 p.m.

To schedule an appointment with a volunteer lawyer, call 617-635-2980 or email immigrantadvancement@boston.gov. Interpretation and disability accommodations are available. Consultations are 15 minutes and limited to one-time only.

Consultations are currently by telephone. Due to high demand, you must schedule an appointment beforehand.

You can find the full schedule with translations on our website as well as more legal resources. 

Flyer for 2025 Free Immigration Consultations

 

January 2, 2025
  • 12:00pm - 3:00pm
  • By phone only
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Immigrant Advancement
  • send an email
  • 617-635-2980
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
  • Event Type:
    Other
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-01-02T12:00:00 - 2025-01-02T15:00:00

Parks and Recreation's: Duck Boat Challenge

Let's Pull Together for Youth Sports! 

April 11, 2026
Event Date2026-04-11T11:00:00 - 2026-04-11T15:00:00

Back for round two! The Boston Parks and Recreation’s Duck Boat Challenge returns for its second year on Saturday April 11, 2026, bringing one of the city’s most unique and exhilarating challenges back to Boston Common. Teams of 10 will battle the clock as they pull a 21,000-pound duck boat down the course. Are you ready to take on the competition?

Beyond the thrill, the Duck Boat Challenge celebrates community spirit and the Boston Parks and Recreation programs that help young athletes grow, stay active, and stay healthy.

This event is in partnership with the Boston Duck Tours.

See the excitement from the 2025 Duck Boat Challenge in the video below.

April 11, 2026
Event Date2026-04-11T11:00:00 - 2026-04-11T15:00:00

Here's How it Works

  • TEAM CHALLENGE: Assemble a team of 10 friends, family, or coworkers (must be 16+ to participate & Teams must have exactly 10 members.)
  • TAKE ON THE CHALLENGE: Compete to pull the massive 21,000-pound duck boat in the fastest time. 
  • HELP MAKE A DIFFERENCE: Your team’s participation directly supports youth sports programs in Boston, helping foster fitness, well-being, and opportunities for young athletes to explore a variety of sports.

How to Participate

REGISTER YOUR TEAM

Each team will consist of 10 members, with one appointed as the Team Captain. The Team Captain will be responsible for managing the team’s registration process. 

REGISTER YOUR TEAM

GET ON BOARD

Put your name on the Duck! The Duck Boat Challenge has taken Boston by storm, capturing attention and buzz citywide! This is a fun way to be involved with a high-energy, community-centered event.  If your business, company, or organization is interested in supporting the event or joining the challenge, reach out to Tiffany Clark at Tiffany.Clark@boston.gov or (617) 233-2305.

SUPPORT OUR MISSION

Can't make it to the event?  You can still support the Recreation Division by making a donation to the Fund at Parks and Recreation in Boston now or any time of year.

DONATE

CHECK OUT THE 2025 DUCK BOAT CHALLENGE

Contact

For more information, please contact Tiffany Clark, Recreation Resource Development Manager, at tiffany.clark@boston.gov or 617-233-2305. 

Thank You Event Sponsors

THANK YOU BOSTON DUCK TOURS

BOSTON DUCK TOURS

Canceled:
City Hall On The Go: Hyde Park

Reason for cancellation: This stop has been canceled due to the City Hall on the Go truck undergoing maintenance.
January 30, 2025
  • 5:00pm - 6:30pm
  • Shaws Supermarket
    1377 Hyde Park Avenue
    Boston, MA 02136
  • Contact:
    Office Civic Organizing
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Hyde Park
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Other
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-01-30T17:00:59 - 2025-01-30T18:30:59

Our vibrant City Hall On The Go truck has a scheduled stop near your neighborhood, bringing essential municipal services right to you.

Please note: We do not accept cash payments on the truck.

January 30, 2025
  • 5:00pm - 6:30pm
  • Shaws Supermarket
    1377 Hyde Park Avenue
    Boston, MA 02136
  • Contact:
    Office Civic Organizing
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Hyde Park
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Other
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-01-30T17:00:59 - 2025-01-30T18:30:59

CITY HALL ON THE GO SERVICES

  • Absentee ballot request
  • Affidavit resident sticker
  • Appeal parking ticket
  • Basic Inspectional Services
  • Business Certificate (Check or Money Order Only) 
  • Census registration
  • File housing discrimination claim
  • File domestic partnership
  • Handicap parking
  • Medicaid and health insurance applications
  • Pay delinquent excise
  • Pay excise tax
  • Pay parking ticket
  • Pay real estate tax
  • Referrals for ASAP services
  • Register dog license
  • Register to vote

  • Request birth certificate

  • Request death certificate

  • Request marriage certificate

  • Resident parking sticker

  • SNAP applications

  • Farmers market coupons (Seasonal)

  • Income Eligible Reduced Fare T Program

  • Yard Waste Stickers 

Canceled:
City Hall On The Go: Charlestown

Reason for cancellation: This stop has been canceled due to the City Hall on the Go truck undergoing maintenance.
January 29, 2025
  • 12:30pm - 2:00pm
  • Whole Foods
    45 Vine Street
    Boston, MA 02129
  • Contact:
    Office Civic Organizing
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Charlestown
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Other
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-01-29T12:30:59 - 2025-01-29T14:00:59

Our vibrant City Hall On The Go truck has a scheduled stop near your neighborhood, bringing essential municipal services right to you.

Please note: We do not accept cash payments on the truck.

January 29, 2025
  • 12:30pm - 2:00pm
  • Whole Foods
    45 Vine Street
    Boston, MA 02129
  • Contact:
    Office Civic Organizing
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Charlestown
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Other
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-01-29T12:30:59 - 2025-01-29T14:00:59

CITY HALL ON THE GO SERVICES

  • Absentee ballot request
  • Affidavit resident sticker
  • Appeal parking ticket
  • Basic Inspectional Services
  • Business Certificate (Check or Money Order Only) 
  • Census registration
  • File housing discrimination claim
  • File domestic partnership
  • Handicap parking
  • Medicaid and health insurance applications
  • Pay delinquent excise
  • Pay excise tax
  • Pay parking ticket
  • Pay real estate tax
  • Referrals for ASAP services
  • Register dog license
  • Register to vote

  • Request birth certificate

  • Request death certificate

  • Request marriage certificate

  • Resident parking sticker

  • SNAP applications

  • Farmers market coupons (Seasonal)

  • Income Eligible Reduced Fare T Program

  • Yard Waste Stickers 

Canceled:
City Hall On The Go: East Boston

Reason for cancellation: This stop has been canceled due to the City Hall on the Go truck undergoing maintenance.
January 29, 2025
  • 10:00am - 11:30am
  • Maverick MBTA Station
    12 Maverick Square
    Boston, MA 02128
  • Contact:
    Office Civic Organizing
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    East Boston
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Other
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-01-29T10:00:59 - 2025-01-29T11:30:59

Our vibrant City Hall On The Go truck has a scheduled stop near your neighborhood, bringing essential municipal services right to you.

Please note: We do not accept cash payments on the truck.

January 29, 2025
  • 10:00am - 11:30am
  • Maverick MBTA Station
    12 Maverick Square
    Boston, MA 02128
  • Contact:
    Office Civic Organizing
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    East Boston
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Other
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-01-29T10:00:59 - 2025-01-29T11:30:59

CITY HALL ON THE GO SERVICES

  • Absentee ballot request
  • Affidavit resident sticker
  • Appeal parking ticket
  • Basic Inspectional Services
  • Business Certificate (Check or Money Order Only) 
  • Census registration
  • File housing discrimination claim
  • File domestic partnership
  • Handicap parking
  • Medicaid and health insurance applications
  • Pay delinquent excise
  • Pay excise tax
  • Pay parking ticket
  • Pay real estate tax
  • Referrals for ASAP services
  • Register dog license
  • Register to vote

  • Request birth certificate

  • Request death certificate

  • Request marriage certificate

  • Resident parking sticker

  • SNAP applications

  • Farmers market coupons (Seasonal)

  • Income Eligible Reduced Fare T Program

  • Yard Waste Stickers 

Canceled:
City Hall On The Go: Mattapan

Reason for cancellation: canceling
January 28, 2025
  • 12:30pm - 2:00pm
  • The River Way
    90 River Street
    Boston, MA 02126
  • Contact:
    Office Civic Organizing
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Mattapan
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Other
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-01-28T12:30:59 - 2025-01-28T14:00:59

Our vibrant City Hall On The Go truck has a scheduled stop near your neighborhood, bringing essential municipal services right to you.

Please note: We do not accept cash payments on the truck.

January 28, 2025
  • 12:30pm - 2:00pm
  • The River Way
    90 River Street
    Boston, MA 02126
  • Contact:
    Office Civic Organizing
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Mattapan
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Other
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-01-28T12:30:59 - 2025-01-28T14:00:59

CITY HALL ON THE GO SERVICES

  • Absentee ballot request
  • Affidavit resident sticker
  • Appeal parking ticket
  • Basic Inspectional Services
  • Business Certificate (Check or Money Order Only) 
  • Census registration
  • File housing discrimination claim
  • File domestic partnership
  • Handicap parking
  • Medicaid and health insurance applications
  • Pay delinquent excise
  • Pay excise tax
  • Pay parking ticket
  • Pay real estate tax
  • Referrals for ASAP services
  • Register dog license
  • Register to vote

  • Request birth certificate

  • Request death certificate

  • Request marriage certificate

  • Resident parking sticker

  • SNAP applications

  • Farmers market coupons (Seasonal)

  • Income Eligible Reduced Fare T Program

  • Yard Waste Stickers 

Canceled:
City Hall On The Go: Roxbury

Reason for cancellation: This stop has been canceled due to the City Hall on the Go truck undergoing maintenance.
January 28, 2025
  • 10:00am - 11:30am
  • Bruce C. Bolling Municipal Building
    2300 Washington Street
    Boston, MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Office Civic Organizing
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Other
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-01-28T10:00:59 - 2025-01-28T11:30:59

Our vibrant City Hall On The Go truck has a scheduled stop near your neighborhood, bringing essential municipal services right to you.

Please note: We do not accept cash payments on the truck.

January 28, 2025
  • 10:00am - 11:30am
  • Bruce C. Bolling Municipal Building
    2300 Washington Street
    Boston, MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Office Civic Organizing
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Other
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-01-28T10:00:59 - 2025-01-28T11:30:59

CITY HALL ON THE GO SERVICES

  • Absentee ballot request
  • Affidavit resident sticker
  • Appeal parking ticket
  • Basic Inspectional Services
  • Business Certificate (Check or Money Order Only) 
  • Census registration
  • File housing discrimination claim
  • File domestic partnership
  • Handicap parking
  • Medicaid and health insurance applications
  • Pay delinquent excise
  • Pay excise tax
  • Pay parking ticket
  • Pay real estate tax
  • Referrals for ASAP services
  • Register dog license
  • Register to vote

  • Request birth certificate

  • Request death certificate

  • Request marriage certificate

  • Resident parking sticker

  • SNAP applications

  • Farmers market coupons (Seasonal)

  • Income Eligible Reduced Fare T Program

  • Yard Waste Stickers 

Canceled:
City Hall On The Go: Mid-Dorchester

Reason for cancellation: This stop has been canceled due to the City Hall on the Go truck undergoing maintenance.
January 23, 2025
  • 5:00pm - 6:30pm
  • Compass School
    294 Bowdoin Street
    Boston, MA 02125
  • Contact:
    Office Civic Organizing
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Other
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-01-23T17:00:59 - 2025-01-23T18:30:59

Our vibrant City Hall On The Go truck has a scheduled stop near your neighborhood, bringing essential municipal services right to you.

Please note, that we do not accept cash payments on the truck.

January 23, 2025
  • 5:00pm - 6:30pm
  • Compass School
    294 Bowdoin Street
    Boston, MA 02125
  • Contact:
    Office Civic Organizing
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Other
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-01-23T17:00:59 - 2025-01-23T18:30:59

CITY HALL ON THE GO SERVICES

  • Absentee ballot request
  • Affidavit resident sticker
  • Appeal parking ticket
  • Basic Inspectional Services
  • Business Certificate (Check or Money Order Only) 
  • Census registration
  • File housing discrimination claim
  • File domestic partnership
  • Handicap parking
  • Medicaid and health insurance applications
  • Pay delinquent excise
  • Pay excise tax
  • Pay parking ticket
  • Pay real estate tax
  • Referrals for ASAP services
  • Register dog license
  • Register to vote

  • Request birth certificate

  • Request death certificate

  • Request marriage certificate

  • Resident parking sticker

  • SNAP applications

  • Farmers market coupons (Seasonal)

  • Income Eligible Reduced Fare T Program

  • Yard Waste Stickers 

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