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Watercolor Painting Workshop #3: Copley Square Park

Practice your painting skills at this free and fun watercolor painting workshop series.

September 19, 2026
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • Copley Square Park
    560 Boylston Street
    Boston, MA 02116
  • Contact:
    PARKS DEPARTMENT
  • send an email
  • 617-635-4505
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Back Bay
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Outdoor
    Social good
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-09-19T10:00:00 - 2026-09-19T12:00:00

The Watercolor Painting Workshops enable artists of all skill levels to create their own inspired masterpiece. Tips and techniques are provided by an instructor. 

Register Today

All Watercolor Painting Workshops dates

September 19, 2026
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • Copley Square Park
    560 Boylston Street
    Boston, MA 02116
  • Contact:
    PARKS DEPARTMENT
  • send an email
  • 617-635-4505
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Back Bay
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Outdoor
    Social good
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-09-19T10:00:00 - 2026-09-19T12:00:00

OYEA x Select Markets Copley Square Vintage Festival

BOSTON, we are taking over Copley Square for a huge vintage block party!

July 19, 2026
  • 12:00pm - 6:00pm
  • Copley Square
    Boston, MA 02116
  • Contact:
    Office of Youth Engagement and Advancement
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Back Bay
  • Event Type:
    Festivals and fairs
    Youth
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-19T12:00:35 - 2026-07-19T18:00:35

Over 50+ Vendors, free drinks, food trucks, live music, and more! Find some new clothes, grab some food, and hangout with friends! SEE YOU ON JULY 19TH! ❤️ @select.markets on Instagram for more details

July 19, 2026
  • 12:00pm - 6:00pm
  • Copley Square
    Boston, MA 02116
  • Contact:
    Office of Youth Engagement and Advancement
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Back Bay
  • Event Type:
    Festivals and fairs
    Youth
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-19T12:00:35 - 2026-07-19T18:00:35

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

  • 09:00PM
  • Posted:
    07/02/2026 - 11:01AM
  • 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.

Air Pollution Control Commission Public Hearing

NOTE: This meeting will only be held virtually and NOT in person. You can participate in the meeting by going to our Zoom meeting link or calling 669-254-5252 and enter meeting ID 165 812 7335 #. You can also submit written comments or questions to apcc@boston.gov.

The public can offer testimony.
  • 06:30PM
  • Posted:
    07/01/2026 - 2:35PM
  • 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.

Canceled:
St. Botolph Area Architectural Conservation District Commission

  • 09:15PM
  • Posted:
    06/30/2026 - 3:32PM
  • 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.

Trustees Fellowes Athenaeum Trust Fund Advisory Committee Meeting

Join the online meeting

The public can offer testimony.
  • 05:00PM
  • Posted:
    06/26/2026 - 11:06AM
  • 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 # 165 907 7017. You can also submit written comments or questions to BackBayAC@boston.gov.

The public can offer testimony.
  • 08:30PM
  • Posted:
    06/24/2026 - 11:22PM
  • 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: 250 W Newton St Abutters Meeting

Seeking new common victualler license

June 25, 2026
Event Date2026-06-25T18:00:00 - 2026-06-25T19:00:00

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: 165 238 0822

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



 

June 25, 2026
Event Date2026-06-25T18:00:00 - 2026-06-25T19:00:00

Back Bay: 35 Braddock Park Abutters Meeting

Construction of a new detached accessory GARAGE w/ green space/sitting area above located at the rear of the lot with Private Alley (541) access, serving the existing single family residence. It's a customary accessory structure consistent with rear lot alley conditions. Renovation/preservation of a 4-story Brownstone. Repointing of the front and rear facades. New windows, HVAC system, insulation, electrical and plumbing upgrades, roof deck.

June 11, 2026
Event Date2026-06-11T18:00:00 - 2026-06-11T19:00:00

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: 165 272 1469

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



 

June 11, 2026
Event Date2026-06-11T18:00:00 - 2026-06-11T19:00:00

Canceled:
St. Botolph Area Architectural Conservation District Commission

  • 09:15PM
  • Posted:
    06/01/2026 - 1:51PM
  • 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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