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Roslindale: 18 Hayes Road Abutters Meeting

Proposal for an addition of three dormers in an existing non-habitable attic creating space for three bedrooms and a bath accessed by a new stairway. An existing first floor sunporch will also be converted into habitable space. ZBA approval will be required.

July 2, 2026
Event Date2026-07-02T18:00:00 - 2026-07-02T19:00:00

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: 165 302 6933

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

 

July 2, 2026
Event Date2026-07-02T18:00:00 - 2026-07-02T19:00:00

Jamaica Plain: 388 Arborway Abutters Meeting

Seeking to legalize and expand the existing lower level unit by improving egress and adding space to the unit from the walkout basement. The exterior envelope of the building will remain as is for footprint, walls, and roof. The current two-unit residential use is proposed to be converted into a three-unit residential use.

June 17, 2026
Event Date2026-06-17T18:00:00 - 2026-06-17T19:00:00

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: 165 143 3840

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

 

June 17, 2026
Event Date2026-06-17T18:00:00 - 2026-06-17T19:00:00

Charlestown: 8 Lawrence St Abutters Meeting

Install roof deck on flat pitch roof

June 22, 2026
Event Date2026-06-22T19:00:00 - 2026-06-22T20:00:00

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: 165 833 3293

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



 

June 22, 2026
Event Date2026-06-22T19:00:00 - 2026-06-22T20:00:00

Jamaica Plain: 3615-3621 Washington Street Abutters Meeting

Proposal to submit a Long-Form permit for an occupancy update. The property address is 3611 Washington St, Retail B. Work was completed under permit #SF1797226, which reflects the project's cost. The space is being converted from a vacant retail unit to a hair salon.

June 23, 2026
Event Date2026-06-23T19:00:00 - 2026-06-23T20:00:00

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: 165 223 3902

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

June 23, 2026
Event Date2026-06-23T19:00:00 - 2026-06-23T20:00:00

Unity Walk

Join the Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Services Faith-Based Initiatives Program for our annual Unity Walk celebrating peace, joy, and togetherness. 

June 18, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • Harambee Park
    15 Talbot Avenue
    Dorchester, MA 02124
  • Contact:
    Will Dickerson
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-06-18T18:00:00 - 2026-06-18T20:00:00

Unity Walk 2026 Graphic

Join us for the Unity Walk, a meaningful opportunity for neighbors, faith leaders, and public safety officials to come together and walk side-by-side for peace in our neighborhoods.

The walk begins at 6:00 p.m. at Harambee Park in Dorchester and is led by the Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Services Faith-Based Initiatives Program. All community members are welcome to join.

June 18, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • Harambee Park
    15 Talbot Avenue
    Dorchester, MA 02124
  • Contact:
    Will Dickerson
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-06-18T18:00:00 - 2026-06-18T20:00:00

White Stadium Transportation Community Fair

Join us on Thursday, June 11 at 6:00 p.m. at the William J. Devine Golf Course Clubhouse to share your feedback and learn more about the White Stadium Transportation Plan! 

June 11, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • 1 Circuit Drive
    Dorchester, MA 02121
  • Contact:
    White Stadium
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-06-11T18:00:00 - 2026-06-11T19:30:00
June 11, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • 1 Circuit Drive
    Dorchester, MA 02121
  • Contact:
    White Stadium
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-06-11T18:00:00 - 2026-06-11T19:30:00

Meet and Greet at St. James the Greater Church (Chinatown)

Join us in person at the historic St. James the Greater Church in Chinatown. Meet the team, explore our grant process, and get your questions answered. All are welcome!

June 30, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • 125 Harrison Ave
    Boston, MA 02111
  • Contact:
    Thadine Brown
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Chinatown/Leather District
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-06-30T18:00:00 - 2026-06-30T19:30:00

MEETING LOCATION: 

125 Harrison Ave

Boston, MA 02111

TRANSIT OPTIONS: 

Orange Line:  Tufts Medical Center (3 min walk) 

Red Line: South Station (10 - 12 min walk) 

Silver Line (SL4 and SL5): Tufts Medical Center / Chinatown

Green Line: Boylston (10 min walk) 

Bus Routes: 9, 11, 43 + Additional routes 

June 30, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • 125 Harrison Ave
    Boston, MA 02111
  • Contact:
    Thadine Brown
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Chinatown/Leather District
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-06-30T18:00:00 - 2026-06-30T19:30:00

BLKOUT Block Party

Join us for a block party celebrating the completion of 10+ new murals in Roxbury as part of the BLKOUT Walls mural festival!

June 13, 2026
Event Date2026-06-13T11:00:00 - 2026-06-13T15:00:00

This family-friendly public art festival, supported by the Mayor’s Office of Arts and Culture, is bringing 10+ new murals to Roxbury from June 4-13. Join us for the closing block party to celebrate the completed artworks on Saturday, June 13 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Roxbury YMCA. There will be food trucks, live art installations, and family-friendly activities.

June 13, 2026
Event Date2026-06-13T11:00:00 - 2026-06-13T15:00:00

Art as Education | BLKOUT Walls Artist Talk

Artists participating in the nine-day mural festival in Roxbury will discuss how public art and muralism serve as platforms for learning, community engagement, and social transformation.

June 11, 2026
  • 12:00pm - 2:00pm
  • 41 Warren St.
    Boston, MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Arts and Culture
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-06-11T12:00:00 - 2026-06-11T14:00:00

Art has always been a powerful tool for teaching, storytelling, and preserving culture. In this engaging conversation, Art as Education explores how public art and muralism serve as platforms for learning, community engagement, and social transformation. Featuring BLKOUT Walls artists and creative leaders, the panel will examine how artists use their work to share history, amplify underrepresented voices, inspire critical thinking, and create meaningful dialogue in public spaces.

Panelists will discuss the responsibility and opportunity artists have as educators, the role of art in shaping cultural identity, and how creative expression can empower communities while fostering connections across generations. Attendees will gain insight into the ways public art can extend beyond aesthetics to become a catalyst for awareness, understanding, and lasting impact.

Key Topics:

  • Storytelling through public art
  • Preserving history and cultural narratives
  • Art as a tool for social change and civic engagement
  • Engaging youth and communities through creativity
  • The artist's role as educator, advocate, and changemaker

This conversation is ideal for artists, educators, students, community leaders, and anyone interested in the intersection of creativity, culture, and learning.

Moderator: Che Anderson

Note: Limited seats available. Secure your place today!

June 11, 2026
  • 12:00pm - 2:00pm
  • 41 Warren St.
    Boston, MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Arts and Culture
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-06-11T12:00:00 - 2026-06-11T14:00:00

The Art of Resistance | BLKOUT Walls Artist Talk

Artists participating in the nine-day mural festival in Roxbury will discuss how public art challenges injustice, amplifies voices, and inspires community change.

June 10, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • 41 Warren St.
    Boston, MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Arts and Culture
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-06-10T18:00:00 - 2026-06-10T20:00:00

This panel explores how art has long served as a powerful tool for protest, resilience, and change. From murals that reclaim public space to works that amplify community voices, artists have continuously used their craft to challenge oppression and spark dialogue. Panelists will discuss the intersection of creativity and activism, sharing how their work embodies resistance while fostering hope, unity, and transformation. Attendees will gain insight into how art not only reflects social struggles but also shapes the future of movements for justice and equity.

Moderators: Che Anderson and Jenne Jeneé Osterheldt of A Beautiful Resistance

Note: Limited seats available. Secure your place today!

June 10, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • 41 Warren St.
    Boston, MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Arts and Culture
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-06-10T18:00:00 - 2026-06-10T20:00:00
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