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Jamaica Plain: 130 Minden Street Abutters Meeting

Third-floor dormer, third-floor bathroom, deck repairs and code adjustment, HVAC installation (both units), plumbing (both units), electrical (both units), structural reinforcements, insulation and fireblocking.

August 4, 2026
Event Date2026-08-04T19:00:00 - 2026-08-04T20:00:00

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: 165 348 7701

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

 

August 4, 2026
Event Date2026-08-04T19:00:00 - 2026-08-04T20:00:00

Jamaica Plain: 10 Verona Street Abutters Meeting

Seeking to erect a new residential building with three units and three parking spaces.

July 29, 2026
Event Date2026-07-29T18:00:00 - 2026-07-29T19:00:00

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: 165 382 8117

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

July 29, 2026
Event Date2026-07-29T18:00:00 - 2026-07-29T19:00:00

Jamaica Plain: 35-37, 39-41, 43 and 45 Walk Hill Street Abutters Meeting

New construction two-family duplex dwelling with a two-car attached garage on an existing lot of 18,591 square feet, with a gross floor area of 4,588 and three stories. Two or more dwellings on same lot. In conjunction with 35-37 Walk Hill Street ERT1851691; 43 Walk Hill Street and 45 Walk Hill Street.

July 27, 2026
Event Date2026-07-27T18:00:00 - 2026-07-27T19:00:00

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: 165 667 5328

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

 

July 27, 2026
Event Date2026-07-27T18:00:00 - 2026-07-27T19:00:00

Fixit Clinic: Boston Building Resources

Explore troubleshooting and repair with volunteer coaches.

September 12, 2026
  • 1:00pm - 4:00pm
  • Boston Building Resources
    100 Terrace Street
    Roxbury, MA 02120
  • Contact:
    Allon Dubler
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Jamaica Plain
    Mission Hill
    Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-09-12T13:00:00 - 2026-09-12T16:00:00

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, working with you to disassemble, troubleshoot and (hopefully) repair items. These meet-ups build hands-on skills, confidence, community, and a culture of reuse and repair. They are family friendly and open to all.

The City of Boston Environment Department is partnering with Boston Building Resources to host one of these events.

REGISTER YOUR ITEM

VOLUNTEER To Coach or Support 

WHAT SHOULD I BRING?
  • A broken gadget, small appliance, computer, toy, tool, 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!
September 12, 2026
  • 1:00pm - 4:00pm
  • Boston Building Resources
    100 Terrace Street
    Roxbury, MA 02120
  • Contact:
    Allon Dubler
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Jamaica Plain
    Mission Hill
    Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-09-12T13:00:00 - 2026-09-12T16:00:00

Jamaica Plain Liaison Office Hours

Jamaica Plain Liaison Office Hours are hosted by your neighborhood liaison Zavia Dickerson.

July 24, 2026
  • 11:00am - 12:00pm
  • Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library
    30 South Street
    Boston, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Zavia Dickerson
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-24T11:00:00 - 2026-07-24T12:00:00

Coffee Hours are held weekly unless otherwise noted. 

The Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Services liaisons hosts weekly Coffee Hours located conveniently in each neighborhood. This is an opportunity to connect with your neighborhood liaison to receive support connecting with City departments, addressing any concerns, or just to say hello to connect joyfully. 

Neighborhood liaisons look forward to hearing how Boston can improve our neighborhoods.

July 24, 2026
  • 11:00am - 12:00pm
  • Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library
    30 South Street
    Boston, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Zavia Dickerson
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-24T11:00:00 - 2026-07-24T12:00:00

Fixit Clinic: BPL Connolly Branch

Explore troubleshooting and repair with volunteer coaches.

July 25, 2026
  • 1:00pm - 4:00pm
  • Connolly Branch of the Boston Public Library
    433 Centre St
    Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Allon Dubler
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Jamaica Plain
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-25T13:00:00 - 2026-07-25T16:00:00

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 Connolly Branch of the Boston Public Library to host one of these events.

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!

This event is family-friendly and open to all.

 

July 25, 2026
  • 1:00pm - 4:00pm
  • Connolly Branch of the Boston Public Library
    433 Centre St
    Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Allon Dubler
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Jamaica Plain
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-25T13:00:00 - 2026-07-25T16:00:00

Open Streets Jamaica Plain

Join us for Open Streets Boston in Jamaica Plain!

August 2, 2026
  • 10:30am - 3:00pm
  • Centre Street
    Jamaica Plain, MA
  • Contact:
    Tourism, Sports, & Entertainment
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-08-02T10:30:00 - 2026-08-02T15:00:00

Get ready for a family-friendly, pedestrian-focused event on Sunday, August 2, 2026, from 10:30 AM to 3 PM that transform Centre St. in Jamaica Plain from Lamartine St. to Lochstead Ave. into a vibrant, car-free boulevard where people can dream, play, and explore. Open Streets Boston will feature live music, food trucks, kid's activities, and much more!

(All Open Streets Boston events take place from 10:30 AM to 3 PM. Streets will be closed to vehicular traffic starting at 9 AM and reopen at 4 PM.)

OSB JP Map

 

 

 

 

August 2, 2026
  • 10:30am - 3:00pm
  • Centre Street
    Jamaica Plain, MA
  • Contact:
    Tourism, Sports, & Entertainment
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-08-02T10:30:00 - 2026-08-02T15:00:00

STEM and Emergency Preparedness Workshop - Franklin Park

Looking for a free, fun activity to enjoy with the kids? Join us this summer for one of our STEM and Emergency Preparedness workshops hosted by a local teachers and city staff in various parks throughout the City of Boston.

July 20, 2026
Event Date2026-07-20T10:00:00 - 2026-07-20T12:00:00

Our STEM and Emergency Preparedness workshops are led by local BPS teacher and Office of Emergency Management staff. They're held Mondays in July and August and run from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. Join us for exciting hands-on STEM activities that spark curiosity and creativity. Explore interactive hand on learning experiences while discovering the importance of youth preparedness. Learn about hazards, how to call 911 and how to prepare for emergencies with the Office of Emergency Management!

This series is completely free and open to Boston residents. These workshops will take place in various parks throughout the City of Boston.

Registration is encouraged so we know how many supplies to bring (pre-registration is required for groups of 8 or more). Please email allison.singer2@boston.gov to register.

This series is also weather-dependent. Check our social media pages for updated weather info regarding this series. Follow us on social media for the latest updates on events: Facebook, Instagram and Bluesky.

July 20, 2026
Event Date2026-07-20T10:00:00 - 2026-07-20T12:00:00

Community Volunteer Day in Franklin Park

This natural area is home to beautiful rock outcrops, heritage trees, and miles of wandering trails. However, it needs our help to stay healthy and remain an important park for us and future generations. We hope that by bringing people together to work towards restoring the ecological health of the Wilderness, we can showcase this area's beauty and potential.

Sign-up Here

July 11, 2026
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • Franklin Park
    245 Forest Hills Street
    Boston, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Jonathan Bacdayan
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-11T10:00:00 - 2026-07-11T12:00:00

There is limited street parking near the entrance we are meeting at, so we also encourage you to bike, walk, or take public transit. 

The focus of the event is to cleanup trash and glass from the site, clean up trails,  and remove invasive understory plants like knotweed, all of which are done to improve overall forest health and increase visibility into the woods. There will be lots of learning opportunities for residents of all ages and backgrounds. 

The event will happen, rain or shine. We will cancel in the case of extreme weather such as thunderstorms.

Staff will provide all the tools, supplies, and instruction needed for the project(s). Please dress in comfortable & weather-appropriate clothing, as well as closed toe shoes. We recommend participants bring their own water, snacks, sunscreen, and bug spray. All ages are welcome, we just ask to note if any children will be joining for the day!

For the understory plant removal aspect, expect to be utilizing hand cutting tools like loppers and pruners, moving brush, raking, and maybe even kneeling/crouching. Please let us know in the form if you have any special accommodations or needs in order to joyfully participate! 

We would also love to hear your ideas for future projects! 

July 11, 2026
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • Franklin Park
    245 Forest Hills Street
    Boston, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Jonathan Bacdayan
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-11T10:00:00 - 2026-07-11T12:00:00

July 30 Family Bike Ride in Franklin Park

Easy route. All ages welcome. Bikes available to borrow.

July 30, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • Franklin Park Playstead
    Pierpoint Rd
    Boston, MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Boston Bikes
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
    Jamaica Plain
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-30T18:00:00 - 2026-07-30T20:00:00

a photo of a group of different-age people on bikes

A family-friendly group ride in Moakley Park in South Boston neighborhood! Join us to practice bike skills - come by yourself, with a friend, or your family! We will be starting in Franklin Park's Playstead: Baseball Field by Elma Lewis Playhouse

Registration for the event is required. 

July 30, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • Franklin Park Playstead
    Pierpoint Rd
    Boston, MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Boston Bikes
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
    Jamaica Plain
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-30T18:00:00 - 2026-07-30T20:00:00
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