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St.Botolph Area Architectural Conservation District Commission

  • 09:15PM
  • Posted:
    04/09/2026 - 11:45AM
  • Accessibility Services
    Interpretation, translation, and disability accommodation services are available to you at no cost. If you need them, please reach out to the contact listed in this Public Notice.

New England Cannabis Convention (NECANN)

April 24, 2026
Event Date2026-04-24T13:00:00 - 2026-04-24T13:45:00

The Cannabis Industry Development Team will be at NECANN 2026! Visit us at Booth 1300, to say hello and pick up some of our new promotional materials.

Be sure to join Senior Cannabis Industry Manager Shekia Scott on Friday at 1:00 p.m. for her session,  “Why True Equity Demands More Than a License.”

Lastly, NECANN is offering free two-day conference passes for cannabis licensees or authorized buyers. See below for ticketing options.

Licensee & Buyer Application

General Registration 

April 24, 2026
Event Date2026-04-24T13:00:00 - 2026-04-24T13:45:00

Bay State Road/Back Bay West Area Architectural Conservation District Commission

ATTENTION: This hearing will only be held virtually and NOT in person. You can participate in this hearing by going to our Zoom Meeting or calling 1-646-828-7666 and entering meeting id # 160 769 3440. You can also submit written comments or questions to bbwcdc@boston.gov.

The public can offer testimony.
  • 09:00PM
  • Posted:
    04/03/2026 - 10:45AM
  • Accessibility Services
    Interpretation, translation, and disability accommodation services are available to you at no cost. If you need them, please reach out to the contact listed in this Public Notice.

Charles Coe Memorial Celebration

Join the Boston Public Library, the Mayor’s Office of Arts and Culture, and the Friends of Charles Coe for a memorial celebration honoring the literary legacy of beloved author, poet, professor and musician Charles Coe.

April 11, 2026
  • 1:30pm - 4:30pm
  • Central Library in Copley Square
    700 Boylston Street
    Boston, MA 02116
  • Contact:
    Boston Public Library - Adult Programs Department
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Back Bay
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Civic Engagement
    Other
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-04-11T13:30:00 - 2026-04-11T16:30:00

A former City of Boston Artist-in-Residence and BPL Literary Light, Charles Coe impacted our cultural landscape through his evocative poetry and dedicated teaching. This special afternoon gathering features Charles Coe poetry readings by literary luminaries and heartfelt tributes celebrating his enduring community spirit.

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Readings and Tributes by:
  • Regie O'Hare Gibson, Poet Laureate of The Commonwealth of Massachusetts
  • Robert Pinsky, United States Poet Laureate
  • Helen Elaine Lee, Author & Professor in Comparative Media Studies/Writing, MIT
  • Lloyd Schwartz, Poet Laureate of the City of Somerville
  • Elizabeth McKim, Author and Professor, Lesley University
  • Emmanuel Oppong Yeboah, Poet Laureate, City of Boston
  • Richard Hoffman, author and professor, Emerson College
  • Dean Stevens, Boston Community Church Administrator
  • Ian Hannan, Student at Northeastern University
  • Ena Fox, Visual Artist, Arts Administrator & Aspiring Writer
April 11, 2026
  • 1:30pm - 4:30pm
  • Central Library in Copley Square
    700 Boylston Street
    Boston, MA 02116
  • Contact:
    Boston Public Library - Adult Programs Department
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Back Bay
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Civic Engagement
    Other
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-04-11T13:30:00 - 2026-04-11T16:30:00

Back Bay Architectural Commission

ATTENTION: This meeting will only be held virtually and NOT in person. You can participate in this hearing by going to our Zoom Meeting or calling 646-828-7666 and entering meeting id # 161 765 6258. You can also submit written comments or questions to BackBayAC@boston.gov.

The public can offer testimony.
  • 03:00PM
  • Posted:
    03/30/2026 - 10:05AM
  • Accessibility Services
    Interpretation, translation, and disability accommodation services are available to you at no cost. If you need them, please reach out to the contact listed in this Public Notice.

Back Bay Architectural Commission

ATTENTION: This hearing will only be held virtually and NOT in person. You can participate in this hearing by going to our Zoom Meeting or calling 646-828-7666 and entering meeting id # 160 053 8285. You can also submit written comments or questions to BackBayAC@boston.gov.

The public can offer testimony.
  • 08:30PM
  • Posted:
    03/26/2026 - 10:27PM
  • Accessibility Services
    Interpretation, translation, and disability accommodation services are available to you at no cost. If you need them, please reach out to the contact listed in this Public Notice.

Open Mic - Kickoff Celebration at Copley

This concert series is your chance to take the stage! We will also highlight a featured performer from Berklee College of Music.

May 28, 2026
  • 6:30pm - 8:30pm
  • Copley square
    560 Boylston Street
    Boston,
  • Contact:
    Steve
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Back Bay
  • Event Type:
    Music
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-05-28T18:30:00 - 2026-05-28T20:30:00

Bring a chair or blanket and come watch! Sign up for the chance to be pulled from a hat, if your name is selected you will have the chance to share your musical talents.

Microphone and amplified sound provided. Please bring instruments cables you may need to perform. 10 minutes per performer (including set up and breakdown). The featured Berklee Performer will close out the show.

May 28, 2026
  • 6:30pm - 8:30pm
  • Copley square
    560 Boylston Street
    Boston,
  • Contact:
    Steve
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Back Bay
  • Event Type:
    Music
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-05-28T18:30:00 - 2026-05-28T20:30:00

Back Bay: 255 Newbury Street Abutters Meeting

Seeking to change the Legal Occupancy from Retail Store to Restaurant with live entertainment and up to six performers until 11 p.m.

April 6, 2026
Event Date2026-04-06T18:00:00 - 2026-04-06T19:00:00

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: 160 893 9225

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

April 6, 2026
Event Date2026-04-06T18:00:00 - 2026-04-06T19:00:00

Commonwealth Ave. Mall Walking Tour

Join the Boston Park Rangers as we offer FREE environmental education through guided tours and nature-based programming intended for ALL AGES. 

June 13, 2026
Event Date2026-06-13T11:00:00 - 2026-06-13T12:30:00

Step into history with a Boston Park Ranger and begin your journey at the statue of George Washington as we stroll the tree-lined greenway of Commonwealth Avenue Mall. In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, this guided walk reveals the powerful stories behind the Mall’s grand statues and memorials—from Civil War heroes to the figures who helped shape the nation. Discover the history hidden in plain sight along one of Boston’s most beautiful boulevards. 

  • Parking for this event will be at the Boston Common Parking Garage (0 Charles St, Boston, MA 02116)
  • Please dress accordingly and wear comfortable shoes
  • Ideal for ages 15+

For more information visit the Boston Park Rangers homepage.

 

June 13, 2026
Event Date2026-06-13T11:00:00 - 2026-06-13T12:30:00

Boston Landmarks Commission

This meeting will only be held virtually and NOT in person. You can participate in this hearing by going to the online meeting or calling 646-828-7666 and entering meeting id #160 364 4859. You can also submit written comments or questions to blc@boston.gov.

The public can offer testimony.
  • 10:00PM
  • Posted:
    03/12/2026 - 2:45PM
  • Accessibility Services
    Interpretation, translation, and disability accommodation services are available to you at no cost. If you need them, please reach out to the contact listed in this Public Notice.
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