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The Great Pumpkin Smash - Composting Event

Don't trash them, smash them!

November 4, 2023
  • 11:00am - 2:00pm
  • English High School outdoor track
    144 McBride St
    Boston, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Madeline Montgomery
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
    Environment and green living
  • Published Date
Event Date2023-11-04T11:00:00 - 2023-11-04T14:00:00

Compost your Halloween pumpkins at this family-fun event, featuring pumpkin-smashing activities and Olympic-style games for children of all ages. 

Join us to see how many pounds of pumpkins Boston can divert from the trash and into sustainable compost in just three hours!

  • Make sure to remove any candles, wax, and glitter from pumpkins.
  • Pumpkins with paint or permanent marker will not be accepted to be composted at this event. 
  • This event is made possible through the City's partnership with Mothers Out Front Boston, South Street Youth Center, Boston Green Academy, Garbage to Garden, and Save that Stuff!.
  • Rain or shine!
  • Help us get a headcount! Use the QR code to RSVP:

November 4, 2023
  • 11:00am - 2:00pm
  • English High School outdoor track
    144 McBride St
    Boston, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Madeline Montgomery
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
    Environment and green living
  • Published Date
Event Date2023-11-04T11:00:00 - 2023-11-04T14:00:00

Canceled:
City Hall On the Go Truck: Jamaica Plain

Reason for cancellation: Unfortunately, due to unexpected maintenance, we had to cancel this CHTOG stop. New dates will be announced soon.
October 25, 2023
  • 5:00pm - 6:30pm
  • 672 Centre St,
    Boston, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Office Civic Organizing
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Other
  • Published Date
Event Date2023-10-25T17:00:00 - 2023-10-25T18:30:00

Our vibrant City Hall On The Go truck has a scheduled stop near your neighborhood, bringing essential municipal services right to you.

Please note, that we do not accept cash payments on the truck.

CITY HALL ON THE GO SERVICES

  • Absentee ballot request
  • Affidavit resident sticker
  • Appeal parking ticket
  • Basic Inspectional Services
  • Business certificate
  • Census registration
  • File discrimination claim
  • File domestic partnership
  • Handicap parking
  • Medicaid and health insurance applications
  • Pay delinquent excise
  • Pay excise tax
  • Pay parking ticket
  • Pay real estate tax
  • Referrals for ASAP services
  • Register dog license
  • Register to vote
  • Request birth certificate
  • Request death certificate
  • Request marriage certificate
  • Resident parking sticker
  • SNAP applications
  • Taxi coupons
  • Farmers market coupons
  • Youth Pass registration
October 25, 2023
  • 5:00pm - 6:30pm
  • 672 Centre St,
    Boston, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Office Civic Organizing
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Other
  • Published Date
Event Date2023-10-25T17:00:00 - 2023-10-25T18:30:00

Route 39 Pop-Up - Forest Hills Station

Come share your thoughts on the current state and future hopes for the Route 39 bus!

October 18, 2023
  • 7:30am - 9:30am
  • Forest Hills Station
    Washington St & Hyde Park Ave
    Boston, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Maya Mudgal
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Outdoor
  • Published Date
Event Date2023-10-18T07:30:00 - 2023-10-18T09:30:00

The Route 39 Transit Priority Corridor project is an initiative by the Boston Transportation Department currently studying how to make the 39 bus work better. The project team will be at Forest Hills Station on October 18. Stop by to share your thoughts, concerns, ideas, and hopes! 

October 18, 2023
  • 7:30am - 9:30am
  • Forest Hills Station
    Washington St & Hyde Park Ave
    Boston, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Maya Mudgal
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Outdoor
  • Published Date
Event Date2023-10-18T07:30:00 - 2023-10-18T09:30:00

Route 39 Virtual Meeting

Come share your thoughts and ideas for the Route 39 bus!

October 26, 2023
Event Date2023-10-26T18:30:00 - 2023-10-26T20:00:00

The Route 39 Transit Priority Corridor project is an initiative by the Boston Transportation Department currently studying how to make the 39 bus work better. At this virtual meeting, we will present an overview of the project, early concept designs, and gather input from attendees.

Register for the virtual meeting

October 26, 2023
Event Date2023-10-26T18:30:00 - 2023-10-26T20:00:00

Route 39 Pop-Up - JP Branch Boston Public Library

Come share your thoughts on the current state and future hopes for the Route 39 bus!

October 16, 2023
  • 3:30pm - 5:30pm
  • Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library
    30 South Street
    Boston, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Maya Mudgal
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Family friendly
  • Published Date
Event Date2023-10-16T15:30:00 - 2023-10-16T17:30:00

The Route 39 Transit Priority Corridor project is an initiative by the Boston Transportation Department currently studying how to make the 39 bus work better. The project team will be at the Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library on Monday, October 16. Stop by to share your thoughts, concerns, ideas, and hopes!

October 16, 2023
  • 3:30pm - 5:30pm
  • Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library
    30 South Street
    Boston, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Maya Mudgal
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Family friendly
  • Published Date
Event Date2023-10-16T15:30:00 - 2023-10-16T17:30:00

Route 39 Pop-Up - Loring Greenough House

Come share your thoughts on the current state and future hopes for the Route 39 bus!

September 14, 2023
  • 5:00pm - 7:00pm
  • Loring Greenough House
    12 South Street
    Boston, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Maya Mudgal
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Family friendly
    Outdoor
  • Published Date
Event Date2023-09-14T17:00:00 - 2023-09-14T19:00:00

The Route 39 Transit Priority Corridor project is an initiative by the Boston Transportation Department currently studying how to make the 39 bus work better. The project team will have a table the Thursdays on the Lawn event at the Loring Greenough House on September 14. Stop by to share your thoughts, concerns, ideas, and hopes!

September 14, 2023
  • 5:00pm - 7:00pm
  • Loring Greenough House
    12 South Street
    Boston, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Maya Mudgal
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Family friendly
    Outdoor
  • Published Date
Event Date2023-09-14T17:00:00 - 2023-09-14T19:00:00

City Council Committee On Environmental Justice, Resiliency, and Parks Hearing On Docket #0791

The public can offer testimony.
  • 02:00PM
  • Posted:
    09/07/2023 - 9:30AM
  • 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 29, 2023, 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 March 31, 2025. The Public Facilities Commission (PFC) will continue to conduct its meetings virtually. This enables the PFC to conduct its usual business while adhering to public health recommendations and ensuring public access to its deliberations through adequate, alternative means...
  • 02:10PM
  • Posted:
    08/14/2023 - 12:35PM
  • 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.

Zero Waste Textile and Shredding Drop-off Pop-Up

Drop-off your unwanted clothing and textiles or have documents shredded at the Zero Waste Drop-off Pop-up event!

July 29, 2023
Event Date2023-07-29T08:30:00 - 2023-07-29T12:00:00

Please note: We will only accept clothing and textiles and paper for shredding at this event. Please do not bring any other items for recycling as they will not be accepted. 

Residents are encouraged to use public transportation to attend the Zero Waste Drop-off Pop-up. This is also a bike-friendly event. 

July 29, 2023
Event Date2023-07-29T08:30:00 - 2023-07-29T12:00:00

Accepted Items

ACCEPTED ITEMS

Accepted Paper Shredding: Paper, Documents, Envelopes.

Accepted Textile Items: For re-wear, reuse, and recycling, we accept the following items in any condition as long as they are clean dry, and odorless.

All clothing items: Tops, Sweaters, Sweatshirts, Dresses, Outerwear, Bottoms, Suits, Socks, Pajamas, Slips, Bras, Underwear, Baby Clothing

Accessories: Hats, Bags, Belts, Gloves, Ties, Scarves, Bathrobes

Footwear: Shoes, Heels, Flats, Sandals, Flip Flops, Boots, Sneakers, Cleats, Slippers

Linens: Pillowcases, Blankets, Comforters, Curtains, Drapes, Aprons, Dish Cloths, Cloth Napkins, Table Linens, Quilts, Sheets

Other: Luggage, Sports Jerseys, Stuffed Animals

ITEMS NOT ACCEPTED

We will not accept any items other than textiles or paper at this event. Including: 

  • Hazardous Waste
  • Electronics
  • Appliances
  • Paint
  • Motor Oil
  • Light Bulbs
  • Batteries 
  • Tires
  • Car Materials 

How to get to the location

How to get to the location
By Subway:
  • Orange Line - Oak Grove to Forest Hills Station (Southbound)
  • Exit at Forest Hills Station
  • Proceed with walking directions to the event or use Bus Routes 21 or 31 
  • For more information about the Orange Line, please visit Orange Line | Subway | MBTA
By Bus:

Route 21 - Ashmont Station - Forest Hills Station

  • Exit at Morton St @ Arborway Stop

Route 31 - Mattapan Station - Forest Hill Station via Morton Street

  • Exit at Morton St @ Arborway Stop

For more information about bus routes 21 and 31, please visit Morton St @ Arborway | MBTA

Route 16 - Forest Hills Station - Andrew Station or Harbor Point (Outbound)

  • Exit at Arborway @ Courthouse 

For more information on bus route 16, please visit Arborway opp Courthouse | MBTA

8-minute walk (Distance 0.4 miles)
  • Exit Forest Hills Station
  • Head east on Arborway/New Washington Street toward Washington Street (0.3 miles)
  • Turn left onto Forest Hills Street (322 ft)
  • Arrive at 327 Forest Hills Street

For walking directions, please visit Forest Hills Station - North Entrance to 327 Forest Hills Street

  • Arborway Bike Path
  • Circuit Drive Bike Lane

For a complete map of bike routes, please visit The Bicycle Network Ma

Public Facilities Commission Meeting (MOH)

ATTENDANCE
 
On March 29, 2023, 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 March 31, 2025. The Public Facilities Commission (PFC) will continue to conduct its meetings virtually. This enables the PFC to conduct its usual business while adhering to public health recommendations and ensuring public access to its deliberations through adequate, alternative means...
  • 02:10PM
  • Posted:
    07/14/2023 - 9:20PM
  • 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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