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Free Bike Repair at Ride and Chill

Patch tires, align brakes, and adjust gears and shifters at Ride & Chill event at Franklin Park!

October 11, 2026
  • 8:30am - 2:00pm
  • Shattuck Picnic Area at Franklin Park / Circuit Drive
    Boston, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Boston Bikes
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-10-11T08:30:00 - 2026-10-11T14:00:00

a phtoo from Franklin Park - Bikes not boms setting up bike tune up station

Ride & Chill is a free, safe, and family-friendly event with something for everyone - there will be rides, bike programming for youth, free bike repair clinic, e-bike demo area, as well as fitness classes, music, and food trucks. 

Bike Repair Clinics will be provided by Adi’s Bike World and Bikes Not Bombs. These are free clinics, where bike mechanics will be able to provide a basic bike tune up and help with minor bike issues. Bike Repair Clinic is Drop-in style, first come first serve, and no prior registration is required.

If you are interested in attending other activities at Ride & Chill, here is more info and registration to the event.

October 11, 2026
  • 8:30am - 2:00pm
  • Shattuck Picnic Area at Franklin Park / Circuit Drive
    Boston, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Boston Bikes
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-10-11T08:30:00 - 2026-10-11T14:00:00

Dorchester: 77 Stoughton Street Abutters Meeting

Archana Corp D/B/A EZ Market applicant for a Retail Package Store All-Alcoholic Beverages License. Current Hours of Operation Sunday – Saturday 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. New hours of operation Sunday – Saturday 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.

October 22, 2026
Event Date2026-10-22T19:00:00 - 2026-10-22T20:00:00

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: 165 364 9385

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

 

October 22, 2026
Event Date2026-10-22T19:00:00 - 2026-10-22T20:00:00

Dorchester: 887 Washington Street Abutters Meeting

Extension of living space from first floor to basement to include all renovation as per plans attached.

October 21, 2026
Event Date2026-10-21T19:00:00 - 2026-10-21T20:00:00

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: 165 342 3886

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

 

October 21, 2026
Event Date2026-10-21T19:00:00 - 2026-10-21T20:00:00

Dorchester: 254 Quincy Street Abutters Meeting

 Demolition of existing one-family home, replace with new six-unit multi-family building. Two-stories, six off-street parking spaces, use existing driveway and curb cut. All new mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, to include a detached carport in rear

October 27, 2026
Event Date2026-10-27T18:00:00 - 2026-10-27T19:00:00

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: 165 829 9054

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

 

October 27, 2026
Event Date2026-10-27T18:00:00 - 2026-10-27T19:00:00

E-Bike Demo Area at Ride and Chill

Curious about electric bikes? Stop by E-Bike Demo Area during Ride and Chill Festival in Franklin Park!

October 11, 2026
Event Date2026-10-11T10:00:00 - 2026-10-11T14:00:00

On Sunday, October 11 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. stop by E-Bike Demo Area at Ride and Chill event at Franklin Park.

two photos of a woman trying out an e-bike

Ride and Chill is a free, safe, and family-friendly event with something for everyone - there will be rides, bike programming for youth, free bike repair clinic, e-bike demo area, as well as fitness classes, music, and food trucks. E-Bike Demo Area is provided by Casa Bikes and Cargo B. 

Casa Bikes is an electric bike store serving the Greater Boston Area wit a vast collection of new e-bikes and accessories. Cargo B is Boston's cargo bike share service—making it easy for households to put down the car keys and hop onto the neighborhood cargo bike for local trips! Easy, accessible and family-friendly

  • E-Bike Demo Area at Ride and Chill will be taking place on Circuit Drive, which will be closed to traffic for the duration of the festival.
  • You can learn more about different types of e-bikes and test ride e-bikes. If you are planning to test-ride, please bring your ID.
  • The E-Bike Demo Area is free and open to the public. Drop-in, no registration required. If you are interested to attend other activities at Ride and Chill, here is more info and registration to the event.
October 11, 2026
Event Date2026-10-11T10:00:00 - 2026-10-11T14:00:00

Urban Wilds Strategic Plan Open House

Join us on November 10 for a community open house to learn more about the Urban Wilds Program and share your input as we begin engagement for our strategic plan.

November 10, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • William J. Devine Golf Course Clubhouse at Franklin Park
    1 Circuit Dr
    Boston, 02121
  • Contact:
    Katherine Oetheimer
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
    Jamaica Plain
    Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-11-10T18:00:00 - 2026-11-10T20:00:00

The City of Boston (Environment Department and Parks and Recreation Department) is conducting an Urban Wilds Strategic Plan update that will guide the strategic and sustainable growth of the Urban Wilds Program.

Drop in any time between 6pm-8pm to learn more about the Urban Wilds Program and this strategic planning process, and to share your thoughts!

RSVPs are not required, but are helpful as we plan the event!

The Urban Wilds Program, which is a partnership between the Parks and Recreation Department and the Boston Conservation Commission, protects, restores, and maintains 30 Urban Wilds across Boston for conservation, environmental education, and passive recreation. The plan will build on the 2002 Urban Wilds and Natural Areas Management Plan to provide updated recommendations on best practices for recreation and resource management, staffing and budget structures, acquisition criteria, and program identity and awareness to support the future of the Urban Wilds program.

Learn more about the Urban Wilds Program and the Urban Wilds Strategic Plan. 

Allendale Woods Fall (Shanna Dixon)
Allandale Woods Urban Wild in West Roxbury/Jamaica Plain.
November 10, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • William J. Devine Golf Course Clubhouse at Franklin Park
    1 Circuit Dr
    Boston, 02121
  • Contact:
    Katherine Oetheimer
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
    Jamaica Plain
    Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-11-10T18:00:00 - 2026-11-10T20:00:00

Dorchester: 2 Burt Street Abutters Meeting

Gut out old kitchen to make way for new bathroom & laundry area. Dig out new foundation and pour new concrete foundation as per plans. Frame up and build new addition, rear deck and interior walls as per plans. Rough in new plumbing, electrical & air conditioning. Install new siding and trim to match existing. N/R confirm occupancy of one family.

October 15, 2026
Event Date2026-10-15T18:00:00 - 2026-10-15T19:00:00

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: 165 763 6367

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

 

October 15, 2026
Event Date2026-10-15T18:00:00 - 2026-10-15T19:00:00

Dorchester: 86 Elm Hill Avenue Abutters Meeting

Construction of new 14-unit mixed-use building with ground floor retail and association. Site improvements, including utilities, parking, landscaping, stormwater management, walkways, and related infrastructure. Building to comply with Mass State Building Code & City of Boston Zoning Code.

October 13, 2026
Event Date2026-10-13T18:00:00 - 2026-10-13T19:00:00

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: 165 519 2513

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

 

October 13, 2026
Event Date2026-10-13T18:00:00 - 2026-10-13T19:00:00

Mid-Dorchester Coffee Hour

Join Mayor Michelle Wu and City Staff for coffee and conversation!

October 5, 2026
  • 5:30pm - 6:30pm
  • Codman Square Branch of the Boston Public Library
    690 Washington St
    Boston, MA 02124
  • Contact:
    Mayor's Office of Neighborhood Services
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-10-05T17:30:00 - 2026-10-05T18:30:00

Mayor Wu’s Neighborhood Coffee Hours are a unique opportunity to speak directly with the Mayor and staff from City departments about open space and their neighborhoods. If there are inclement weather conditions, the time and location may change to an indoor location and will be reflected on boston.gov/events.

A neighborhood staple known for bringing the community together over a cup of coffee, Dunkin’ is back to fuel the conversation with iced coffee and donuts. Dunkin’ will also provide lawn game activities for attendees, gift card giveaways, and the opportunity for residents to win a raffle prize. Free flowering plants will be provided by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and fresh fruit will be provided by Star Market, while supplies last.

October 5, 2026
  • 5:30pm - 6:30pm
  • Codman Square Branch of the Boston Public Library
    690 Washington St
    Boston, MA 02124
  • Contact:
    Mayor's Office of Neighborhood Services
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-10-05T17:30:00 - 2026-10-05T18:30:00

Dorchester: 80 Van Winkle Street Abutters Meeting

Proposal: Addition at the rear of the existing structure. Create new interior stair to serve as a secondary means of egress for Unit 2.

October 13, 2026
Event Date2026-10-13T18:00:00 - 2026-10-13T19:00:00

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: 165 932 1834

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

October 13, 2026
Event Date2026-10-13T18:00:00 - 2026-10-13T19:00:00
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