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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.

Canceled:
St.Botolph Area Architectural Conservation District Commission

  • 09:15PM
  • Posted:
    03/05/2026 - 9:44AM
  • 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.

Entertainment Application Hearings

Register for hearing

Notice of Accommodations: Interpretation, translation, and disability accommodation services are available to you at no cost. If you need them, please contact us at MOCAL@boston.gov or 617-635-4165 at least two weeks before the hearing date. View the notice.

  • 06:00PM
  • Posted:
    03/03/2026 - 2:16PM
  • 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.

Fixit Clinic: BPL Central Branch

Explore troubleshooting and repair with volunteer coaches.

May 30, 2026
Event Date2026-05-30T11:00:00 - 2026-05-30T14:00:00

Fixit Clinics are free workshops where people bring broken stuff—from bikes to blenders to blazers—and volunteer Fixit Coaches share their tools and know-how to help troubleshoot and (hopefully) repair items. These meet-ups build hands-on skills, confidence, community, and a culture of reuse and repair.

The City of Boston Environment Department is partnering with the Boston Public Library's Central Library in Copley Square to host one of these events in the Kirstein Business Library & Innovation Center, located on the lower level of the Boylston Street building.

REGISTER YOUR ITEM

VOLUNTEER

WHAT SHOULD I BRING?

  • A broken gadget, small appliance, computer, toy, textile good, or other item

  • A description of what’s wrong and anything you’ve tried to fix it

  • Useful tools and parts, if you have them

  • A desire to explore and learn!

These events are family-friendly and open to all.

 

May 30, 2026
Event Date2026-05-30T11:00:00 - 2026-05-30T14:00:00

Fixit Clinic Junior: BPL Central Branch

Explore troubleshooting and repair with volunteer coaches.

April 25, 2026
Event Date2026-04-25T14:00:00 - 2026-04-25T16:00:00

Fixit Clinics are free workshops where people bring broken stuff—from bikes to blenders to blazers—and volunteer coaches share their tools and know-how to help troubleshoot and (hopefully) repair items. These meet-ups build hands-on skills, confidence, community, and a culture of reuse and repair.

The City of Boston Environment Department is partnering with the Boston Public Library's Central Library in Copley Square to host one of these events in the Children's Library, located on the second floor of the Boylston Street building. This special Fixit Clinic Junior is for children ages 6-12 years old!

REGISTER YOUR ITEM

Volunteer

WHAT SHOULD I BRING?

  • A broken gadget, small appliance, computer, toy, textile good, or other item

  • A description of what’s wrong and anything you’ve tried to fix it

  • Useful tools and parts, if you have them

  • A desire to explore and learn together!

 

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April 25, 2026
Event Date2026-04-25T14:00:00 - 2026-04-25T16:00:00

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

  • 09:00PM
  • Posted:
    02/27/2026 - 9:03AM
  • 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 # 161 957 7156. You can also submit written comments or questions to BackBayAC@boston.gov.

The public can offer testimony.
  • 08:30PM
  • Posted:
    02/26/2026 - 10:16PM
  • 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.

Community Outreach Meeting for a Marijuana Courier License

The public can offer testimony.
  • 12:00AM
  • Posted:
    02/20/2026 - 3:44PM
  • 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 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 # 160 251 9120. You can also submit written comments or questions to BackBayAC@boston.gov.

The public can offer testimony.
  • 04:00PM
  • Posted:
    02/17/2026 - 10:46AM
  • 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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