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Franklin Park Ruins Tour

Join the Boston Park Rangers as we offer FREE environmental education through guided tours and nature-based programming intended for ALL AGES. 

August 8, 2026
Event Date2026-08-08T14:00:00 - 2026-08-08T15:00:00

Explore the hidden history of Franklin Park on a guided walking tour through its forgotten ruins. Discover overgrown stonework, lost structures, and the stories behind the park designed by Frederick Law Olmsted. Perfect for curious locals, history lovers, and urban explorers. Uncover the secrets hiding in Boston’s largest park.

  • Please dress accordingly and wear comfortable shoes
  • For ages 15+
  • Event time range 1 - 1.5 hours

For more information visit the Boston Park Rangers homepage.

 

August 8, 2026
Event Date2026-08-08T14:00:00 - 2026-08-08T15:00:00

Jamaica Pond Walking Tour

Join the Boston Park Rangers as we offer FREE environmental education through guided tours and nature-based programming intended for ALL AGES. 

July 11, 2026
Event Date2026-07-11T14:00:00 - 2026-07-11T15:00:00

Join a guided Nature Walk led by a Boston Park Ranger, and explore Jamaica Pond and its inhabitants. Discover local wildlife, plant life, and the history that shaped our parks into what we enjoy today! It's a perfect way to slow down and connect with nature this Summer. 

  • Please dress accordingly and wear comfortable shoes
  • Ideal for ages 12+
  • Tour length 1 -  1.5 hours

For more information visit the Boston Park Rangers homepage.

 

July 11, 2026
Event Date2026-07-11T14:00:00 - 2026-07-11T15:00:00

2026 Children's Arts and Crafts Workshops: Jamaica Plain

Looking for a free, fun activity to enjoy with the kids? Join us this summer for one of our arts and crafts workshops hosted in various parks throughout the City of Boston, hosted by a local artist.

July 10, 2026
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Friday, starting from July 10, 2026, until July 24, 2026
  • Mozart Street Playground
    50 Mozart Street
    BOSTON , MA 02130
  • Contact:
    PARKS AND RECREATION
  • send an email
  • 617-635-4505
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Other
    Social good
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-10T10:00:00 - 2026-07-10T12:00:00

Our arts and crafts workshops are led by local artists. They're held Tuesday through Friday in July and August and run from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. These drop-in workshops encourage kids to explore their creativity through projects like mask making, crayon art, watercolor and much more. Supplies are provided, but you'll need to bring your creativity! 

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 required for groups of 8 or more. Please email allison.singer2@boston.gov to register.

This series is 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 10, 2026
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Friday, starting from July 10, 2026, until July 24, 2026
  • Mozart Street Playground
    50 Mozart Street
    BOSTON , MA 02130
  • Contact:
    PARKS AND RECREATION
  • send an email
  • 617-635-4505
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Other
    Social good
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-10T10:00:00 - 2026-07-10T12:00:00

Franklin Park Maintenance Trustees Meeting

Join the online meeting

The public can offer testimony.
  • 06:00PM - 07:00PM
  • Posted:
    03/16/2026 - 2:26PM
  • 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.

Jefferson Playground Community Meeting 3

Join us for an online community meeting about site analysis and next steps for Jefferson Playground!

Register Here

April 16, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • Zoom
    Boston, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Max Sell
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-04-16T18:00:00 - 2026-04-16T19:30:00
April 16, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • Zoom
    Boston, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Max Sell
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-04-16T18:00:00 - 2026-04-16T19:30:00

Mozart St. Playground Community Meeting 2

Join us for an in person community meeting about site analysis and next steps for the Mozart St. Playground at the Hyde Square Task Force Community Center (30 Sunnyside St, Boston, MA 02130).

March 25, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • Hyde Square Task Force
    30 Sunnyside St.
    Boston, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Kevin Bogle
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-03-25T18:00:00 - 2026-03-25T19:30:00
March 25, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • Hyde Square Task Force
    30 Sunnyside St.
    Boston, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Kevin Bogle
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-03-25T18:00:00 - 2026-03-25T19:30:00

Jamaica Plain: 3710 Washington Street Abutters Meeting

Seeking to add a 24 seat private patio to the existing restaurant. The plot plans were stamped with 16 seats before their interior reconfiguration. They will have 60 seats total, three interior egresses, and two bathrooms as shown on the floor and site plan. Patio also has an egress and no construction will be needed. 

March 25, 2026
Event Date2026-03-25T18:00:00 - 2026-03-25T19:00:00

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: 161 497 6223

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

March 25, 2026
Event Date2026-03-25T18:00:00 - 2026-03-25T19:00:00

Canceled:
Jamaica Plain: 67 Mossdale Road Abutters Meeting

Reason for cancellation: Please reach out to Jeremie Bembury for further information.
March 26, 2026
Event Date2026-03-26T18:00:00 - 2026-03-26T19:00:00

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: 161 745 4248

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

March 26, 2026
Event Date2026-03-26T18:00:00 - 2026-03-26T19:00:00

Curley K-8 School School Site Council Meeting

Join the online meeting

The public can offer testimony.
  • 09:30PM
  • Posted:
    03/06/2026 - 1:35PM
  • 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.

JFK Elementary Geothermal Project Public Meeting

Renew Boston Trust is a program that invests in energy conservation upgrades for City buildings. The current phase focuses on carbon reduction upgrades in Boston Public Schools.

March 16, 2026
Event Date2026-03-16T18:00:00 - 2026-03-16T19:00:00

The City of Boston will be hosting a public meeting in the JFK Elementary School Auditorium in Jamaica Plain to:

  • Share a summary of Summer 2025 work
  • Address community questions and concerns
  • Review engagement and project plans for Summer 2026.

Learn more about the JFK Geothermal Project here.

March 16, 2026
Event Date2026-03-16T18:00:00 - 2026-03-16T19:00:00
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