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City of Boston Beer and Wine Upgrade Workshop

The Boston Licensing Board and Office of Small Business will host a workshop at Bell In Hand Tavern (45 Union Street) to explain new State Legislature that gives cities and towns across Massachusetts the opportunity to allow beer and wine license holders to upgrade their license for a non-transferable all alcoholic beverages license.

November 17, 2025
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • Bell in Hand Tavern
    48 Union Street
    Boston, MA 02108
  • Contact:
    Natalya Springer
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Learning and lectures
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-11-17T10:00:00 - 2025-11-17T12:00:00

As part of the Fiscal Year 2026 Massachusetts State Budget, the State Legislature gave cities and towns across Massachusetts the opportunity to allow beer and wine license holders to upgrade their license for a non-transferable all alcoholic beverages license. 

On November 17 at 10 am, the Boston Licensing Board and Office of Small Business will host a workshop at Bell In Hand Tavern (45 Union Street) to explain this legislation. After a general presentation from the Licensing Board, Irene Li of Prepshift will discuss factors business owners should consider before pursuing an upgrade.

REGISTER FOR THE WORKSHOP

If you have any questions, please call 617-635-4170 or email licensingboard@boston.gov. You are also encouraged to attend virtual office hours or visit the Licensing Board at 1 City Hall Square, Room 809.

November 17, 2025
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • Bell in Hand Tavern
    48 Union Street
    Boston, MA 02108
  • Contact:
    Natalya Springer
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Learning and lectures
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-11-17T10:00:00 - 2025-11-17T12:00:00

Canceled:
Fort Point Channel Landmark District Commission

The public can offer testimony.
  • 11:00PM
  • Posted:
    10/27/2025 - 10:33AM
  • 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:
Mission Hill Triangle Architectural Conservation District Public Hearing

The public can offer testimony.
  • 11:00PM
  • Posted:
    10/27/2025 - 10:21AM
  • 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.

Public Facilities Commission Meeting (PFD)

ATTENDANCE

On March 28, 2025, Governor Healy approved an extension to remote and hybrid meeting options for public bodies established under Former Governor Baker's Executive Order of March 12, 2020, Suspending Certain Provisions of the Open Meeting Law through June 30, 2027. The Public Facilities Commission (PFC) will continue to conduct its meetings virtually and to ensure its public access to its deliberations through adequate, alternative means.

You can watch these virtual meetings on Boston City TV at Xfinity channel 26, RCN channel 13, Fios channel 962, and ...

  • 02:15PM
  • Posted:
    10/27/2025 - 8:36AM
  • 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.

South End Landmark District Commission

ATTENTION: This hearing will only be held virtually and NOT in person. You can participate in this hearing by going to our online meeting ...

The public can offer testimony.
  • 10:30PM
  • Posted:
    10/24/2025 - 10:14AM
  • 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.

Public Facilities Commission Meeting (MOH)

ATTENDANCE

On March 28, 2025, Governor Healy approved an extension to remote and hybrid meeting options for public bodies established under Former Governor Baker's Executive Order of March 12, 2020 Suspending Certain Provisions of the Open Meeting Law through June 30, 2027. The Public Facilities Commission (PFC) will continue to conduct its meetings virtually and to ensure its public access to its deliberations through adequate, alternative means.

You can watch these virtual meetings on Boston City TV at Xfinity channel 26, RCN channel 13, Fios channel 962...

  • 02:00PM
  • Posted:
    10/22/2025 - 3:49PM
  • 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.

Downtown: 45 Court Street Abutters Meeting

Proposal for an existing cafe doing business as Wishing Cup to extend its hours of operation from 6 a.m. - 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. - 3 a.m.

October 30, 2025
Event Date2025-10-30T18:00:51 - 2025-10-30T19:00:51

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: 845 2342 2413

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

October 30, 2025
Event Date2025-10-30T18:00:51 - 2025-10-30T19:00:51

Zoning Board Of Appeal Hearing

Please be advised of the following appeals to be heard on October 28, 2025, beginning at 9:30 a.m. and related announcements. All matters listed on this October 28, 2025, hearing agenda have been noticed in accordance with the enabling act. please be advised of the following participation instructions:

The October 28, 2025, hearing will be held virtually via video teleconference and telephone via the Zoom webinar event platform. Interested persons can participate in the hearing REMOTELY by going to our online meeting....

The public can offer testimony.
  • 01:30PM
  • Posted:
    10/22/2025 - 10:08AM
  • 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.

Rock the Plaza

Wear your best Halloween costume and join Rock the Plaza for a free afternoon of music, empowerment, and fun celebrating women who rock and featuring two live bands.

October 26, 2025
  • 1:00pm - 4:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Arts and Culture
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Family friendly
    Music
    Outdoor
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-10-26T13:00:35 - 2025-10-26T16:00:35

These Boston rock ‘n’ roll veterans have headlined Boston’s famous clubs and they’re still rocking strong. 🔥🎸

Put on your Halloween costume and join us for Rock the Plaza, a free afternoon of live music celebrating women who rock!

October 26, 2025
  • 1:00pm - 4:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Arts and Culture
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Family friendly
    Music
    Outdoor
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-10-26T13:00:35 - 2025-10-26T16:00:35

The Blair Project

A Halloween party and FREE concert on City Hall Plaza highlighting creative women in the Greater Boston Area.

October 31, 2025
  • 6:00pm - 11:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Arts and Culture
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Festivals and fairs
    Music
    Outdoor
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-10-31T18:00:08 - 2025-10-31T23:00:08

This Halloween, meet us at City Hall Plaza for a FREE concert featuring an all-women line-up of DJs, artists and entertainers!

Don’t miss:

🔥 Live performances by @anyciaaaaaa, @keiweifruit, and @mareko.xyz

🎧 DJ sets by @brandichanel_, @childish.rayvino, and @djkendollaz

🍔 Heated food truck village

🕷️ Vendors curated by @select.markets

October 31, 2025
  • 6:00pm - 11:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Arts and Culture
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Festivals and fairs
    Music
    Outdoor
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-10-31T18:00:08 - 2025-10-31T23:00:08
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