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Zine Making: What Does the Declaration Mean 250 Years Later?

June 16, 2026
  • 10:00am - 11:30am
  • Boston Public Library
    Central Library
    Boston, MA 02116
  • Contact:
    Special Collections, BPL
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Back Bay
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Boston 250
  • Published Date

  • Boston 250

Event Date2026-06-16T10:00:00 - 2026-06-16T11:30:00

This year marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Through an art-making opportunity, reflect on what the document means 250 years later and how the American Revolution relates to other protest movements and revolutions that have occurred in the United States. We will have supplies available to use and staff will be present to assist as needed. No registration is required to attend; drop-ins encouraged. Stay for as little or as long as you'd like during the event.

June 16, 2026
  • 10:00am - 11:30am
  • Boston Public Library
    Central Library
    Boston, MA 02116
  • Contact:
    Special Collections, BPL
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Back Bay
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Boston 250
  • Published Date

  • Boston 250

Event Date2026-06-16T10:00:00 - 2026-06-16T11:30:00

Zine Making: What Does the Declaration Mean 250 Years Later?

July 21, 2026
  • 10:00am - 11:30am
  • Boston Public Library
    Central Library
    Boston, MA 02116
  • Contact:
    Special Collections, BPL
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Back Bay
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Boston 250
  • Published Date

  • Boston 250

Event Date2026-07-21T10:00:00 - 2026-07-21T11:30:00

This year marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Through an art-making opportunity, reflect on what the document means 250 years later and how the American Revolution relates to other protest movements and revolutions that have occurred in the United States. We will have supplies available to use and staff will be present to assist as needed. No registration is required to attend; drop-ins encouraged. Stay for as little or as long as you'd like during the event.

July 21, 2026
  • 10:00am - 11:30am
  • Boston Public Library
    Central Library
    Boston, MA 02116
  • Contact:
    Special Collections, BPL
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Back Bay
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Boston 250
  • Published Date

  • Boston 250

Event Date2026-07-21T10:00:00 - 2026-07-21T11:30:00

Zine Making: What Does the Declaration Mean 250 Years Later?

August 18, 2026
  • 10:00am - 11:30am
  • Boston Public Library
    Central Library
    Boston, MA 02116
  • Contact:
    Special Collections, BPL
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Back Bay
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Boston 250
  • Published Date

  • Boston 250

Event Date2026-08-18T10:00:00 - 2026-08-18T11:30:00

This year marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Through an art-making opportunity, reflect on what the document means 250 years later and how the American Revolution relates to other protest movements and revolutions that have occurred in the United States. We will have supplies available to use and staff will be present to assist as needed. No registration is required to attend; drop-ins encouraged. Stay for as little or as long as you'd like during the event.

August 18, 2026
  • 10:00am - 11:30am
  • Boston Public Library
    Central Library
    Boston, MA 02116
  • Contact:
    Special Collections, BPL
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Back Bay
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Boston 250
  • Published Date

  • Boston 250

Event Date2026-08-18T10:00:00 - 2026-08-18T11:30:00

Back Bay: 431 Columbus Ave Abutters Meeting

“Gigi” seeking to change license category to all alcohol

April 27, 2026
Event Date2026-04-27T19:00:00 - 2026-04-27T20:00:00

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: 160 250 2310

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

 

April 27, 2026
Event Date2026-04-27T19:00:00 - 2026-04-27T20:00:00

Canceled:
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 Date2026-04-24T10:00:00 - 2026-04-24T17:00:00

necann

The Senior Cannabis Industry Manager, Cannabis Equity Program Manager and Boston Cannabis Board Manager will be at NECANN 2026! Visit us at Booth 1300, to say hello and pick up some of our new promotional materials.

Also, be sure to join Senior Manager Shekia Scott for the following sessions: 

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 Date2026-04-24T10:00:00 - 2026-04-24T17:00:00

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.

RSVP

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.
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