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Our Names Public Activation #4

The Un-monument | Re-monument | De-monument: Transforming Boston Programming

October 18, 2025
Event Date2025-10-18T11:00:42 - 2025-10-18T15:00:42

Our Names October Graphic

Join artist Audrey Watkins at the intersection of River Street and Babson Street from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. on October 18, for Our Names, an interactive art project that asks, "Whose name would you put on a building?" Stop by to submit a name, pick up a card, and learn more about some of the figures currently named on the exterior of the Boston Public Library. Our Names by artist Audrey Watkins explores the practice of naming the Boston Public Library McKim Meade and White Building. When Charles Follen McKim designed the facades for the Boston Public Library in 1888, he included the names of 537 “writers and thinkers” that would be displayed to passersby for the next century. Of those 537 names, only 21 are not white European males. The goal of this project is twofold: to formally present the histories of those 21 names to the public through a research booklet, and to spark conversations on the names that today's Bostonians want to see on the library’s facade.

Through a series of activations during Mattapan Open Streets, a list of publicly gathered names derived from the prompt, “Whose name would you put on a building?” These activations will be a form of tabling, where a small portable gallery will show the content of the research booklet as well as the prompt, for passersby to engage in reflection on nearby monuments and imagine what a monument could be in 2025. 

Written and oral responses will be recorded, and translations of the prompt and the booklet will be provided. The artist will collect public response, including any further conversations sparked by the prompt. With consent, these responses will be gathered into an index for the booklet. This index and the booklet will be published together on an Internet Archive, as a lasting “re-monument” to McKim’s original design, that can easily be linked to existing articles on the building and the building’s facade.

Learn more about her project here.

October 18, 2025
Event Date2025-10-18T11:00:42 - 2025-10-18T15:00:42

Mattapan: 7 Idaho Street Abutters Meeting

Take down existing detached garage on separate application and build a one-family home in rear of 121 River Street.

October 20, 2025
Event Date2025-10-20T18:00:47 - 2025-10-20T19:00:47

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: 850 3850 2016

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

October 20, 2025
Event Date2025-10-20T18:00:47 - 2025-10-20T19:00:47

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:
    09/21/2025 - 9:48PM
  • 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,...

  • 02:25PM
  • Posted:
    09/21/2025 - 11:54AM
  • 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.

Walking Tour of Franklin Park

FALL in Love with the Outdoors with the Boston Park Rangers as we offer FREE environmental education through guided tours and nature-based programming intended for ALL AGES. 

September 25, 2025
Event Date2025-09-25T11:00:00 - 2025-09-25T12:00:00
  • Crisp air, Crunching leaves, and golden trails await! Join a guided Fall Nature Walk led by a Boston Park Ranger, and explore Scarborough Pond and its inhabitants. Discover local wildlife, autumn 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 fall. 
  • For more information on this event and future events hosted by the Park Rangers, visit the Boston Park Rangers homepage.
September 25, 2025
Event Date2025-09-25T11:00:00 - 2025-09-25T12:00:00

Bluebikes Expansion Open House - Virtual (Phase 4)

Our public bike share is coming to a street near you! We want your help in finding the best spots

October 30, 2025
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • Virtual
    Boston, MA
  • Contact:
    Boston Bikes
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-10-30T18:00:34 - 2025-10-30T19:30:34

We are adding to our public bike share system in every Boston neighborhood. In this phase we are focusing on these neighborhoods: Dorchester, Jamaica Plain, Mattapan, and Roxbury. 

At this virtual open house event, we will start with a brief presentation and then move into breakout rooms to show maps and site plans of our proposed station sites. We will answer questions and take your comments. Interpretation provided in Cabo Verdean Creole, Spanish, and Vietnamese.

The content will be the same at all open houses in this phase:

  • Wednesday, October 1, 6 - 7:30 p.m. | Marshall Community Center, 35 Westville St, Dorchester 02124
  • Wednesday, October 8, 6 - 7:30 p.m. | Egleston Square Library, 2044 Columbus Ave, Roxbury 02119
  • Tuesday, October 28, 6 - 7:30 p.m. | Mattapan Library, 1350 Blue Hill Ave, Mattapan 02126 (Interpretation provided in Haitian Creole)
  • Thursday, October 30, 6 - 7:30 p.m. | Virtual - register

learn more about the project

October 30, 2025
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • Virtual
    Boston, MA
  • Contact:
    Boston Bikes
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-10-30T18:00:34 - 2025-10-30T19:30:34

Bluebikes Expansion Open House - Mattapan

Our public bike share is coming to a street near you! We want your help in finding the best spots

October 28, 2025
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • Mattapan Library
    1350 Blue Hill Ave
    Mattapan , MA 02126
  • Contact:
    Boston Bikes
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-10-28T18:00:34 - 2025-10-28T19:30:34

We are adding to our public bike share system in every Boston neighborhood. In this phase we are focusing on these neighborhoods: Dorchester, Jamaica Plain, Mattapan, and Roxbury. 

At this open house event, there will be a brief presentation at 6:15 p.m. After, attendees are invited to review maps and site plans of our proposed station sites. We will answer questions and take your comments. Attendees may drop in at any time. 

The content will be the same at all open houses in this phase:

  • Wednesday, October 1, 6 - 7:30 p.m. | Marshall Community Center, 35 Westville St, Dorchester 02124
  • Wednesday, October 8, 6 - 7:30 p.m. | Egleston Square Library, 2044 Columbus Ave, Roxbury 02119
  • Tuesday, October 28, 6 - 7:30 p.m. | Mattapan Library, 1350 Blue Hill Ave, Mattapan 02126
  • Thursday, October 30, 6 - 7:30 p.m. | Virtual - register

learn more about the project

October 28, 2025
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • Mattapan Library
    1350 Blue Hill Ave
    Mattapan , MA 02126
  • Contact:
    Boston Bikes
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-10-28T18:00:34 - 2025-10-28T19:30:34

Bluebikes Expansion Open House - JP/Roxbury

Our public bike share is coming to a street near you! We want your help in finding the best spots

October 8, 2025
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • Egleston Square Library
    2044 Columbus Ave
    Roxbury , MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Boston Bikes
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-10-08T18:00:34 - 2025-10-08T19:30:34

We are adding to our public bike share system in every Boston neighborhood. In this phase we are focusing on these neighborhoods: Dorchester, Jamaica Plain, Mattapan, and Roxbury. 

At this open house event, there will be a brief presentation at 6:15 p.m. After, attendees are invited to review maps and site plans of our proposed station sites. We will answer questions and take your comments. Attendees may drop in at any time. 

The content will be the same at all open houses in this phase:

  • Wednesday, October 1, 6 - 7:30 p.m. | Marshall Community Center, 35 Westville St, Dorchester 02124
  • Wednesday, October 8, 6 - 7:30 p.m. | Egleston Square Library, 2044 Columbus Ave, Roxbury 02119
  • Tuesday, October 28, 6 - 7:30 p.m. | Mattapan Library, 1350 Blue Hill Ave, Mattapan 02126
  • Thursday, October 30, 6 - 7:30 p.m. | Virtual - register

learn more about the project

October 8, 2025
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • Egleston Square Library
    2044 Columbus Ave
    Roxbury , MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Boston Bikes
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-10-08T18:00:34 - 2025-10-08T19:30:34

Bluebikes Expansion Open House - Dorchester

Our public bike share is coming to a street near you! We want your help in finding the best spots

October 1, 2025
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • Marshall Community Center
    35 Westville St
    Boston, MA 02124
  • Contact:
    Boston Bikes
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-10-01T18:00:34 - 2025-10-01T19:30:34

We are adding to our public bike share system in every Boston neighborhood. In this phase we are focusing on these neighborhoods: Dorchester, Jamaica Plain, Mattapan, and Roxbury. 

At this open house event, there will be a brief presentation at 6:15 p.m. After, attendees are invited to review maps and site plans of our proposed station sites. We will answer questions and take your comments. Attendees may drop in at any time. 

The content will be the same at all open houses in this phase:

  • Wednesday, October 1, 6 - 7:30 p.m. | Marshall Community Center, 35 Westville St, Dorchester 02124
  • Wednesday, October 8, 6 - 7:30 p.m. | Egleston Square Library, 2044 Columbus Ave, Roxbury 02119
  • Tuesday, October 28, 6 - 7:30 p.m. | Mattapan Library, 1350 Blue Hill Ave, Mattapan 02126
  • Thursday, October 30, 6 - 7:30 p.m. | Virtual - register

learn more about the project

October 1, 2025
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • Marshall Community Center
    35 Westville St
    Boston, MA 02124
  • Contact:
    Boston Bikes
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-10-01T18:00:34 - 2025-10-01T19:30:34

KIPP Academy Public Charter School People Committee Meeting

Join the online meeting

For additional information, please contact Jesse Fetbroth at jfetbroth@kippma.org or 781-696-8402.

  • 05:30PM
  • Posted:
    09/02/2025 - 8:22AM
  • 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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