Connect Downtown is a multi-year series of specific projects. In the summer of 2022, we relaunched engagement for Columbus Avenue between Mass Ave and Arlington Street. We are hosting outdoor, in-person "listening sessions" this September. You can view project materials, share your comments, and ask questions. We want to hear your ideas and needs for Columbus Avenue.

We invite you to come by and talk to us at the following days and locations:

• Monday, September 12 | 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
  
  Columbus Avenue and Dartmouth Street
  
  Spanish interpretation available
• Thursday, September 15 | 7:30 - 9:30 a.m.
  
  Crite Park
• Sunday, September 18 | 1:00 - 4 p.m.
  
  Chester Park Festival
• Wednesday, September 21 | 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
  
  Columbus Avenue and Clarendon Street
  
  Cantonese interpretation available
• Sunday, September 25 | 12:30 - 2:30 p.m.
  
  Columbus Avenue and West Rutland Square
• RAIN DATE: Wednesday, September 28 | 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
  
  Location to be determined

Connect Downtown is a multi-year series of specific projects. In the summer of 2022, we relaunched engagement for Columbus Avenue between Mass Ave and Arlington Street. We are hosting outdoor, in-person "listening sessions" this September. You can view project materials, share your comments, and ask questions. We want to hear your ideas and needs for Columbus Avenue.

We invite you to come by and talk to us at the following days and locations:

• Monday, September 12 | 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
  
  Columbus Avenue and Dartmouth Street
  
  Spanish interpretation available
• Thursday, September 15 | 7:30 - 9:30 a.m.
  
  Crite Park
• Sunday, September 18 | 1:00 - 4 p.m.
  
  Chester Park Festival
• Wednesday, September 21 | 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
  
  Columbus Avenue and Clarendon Street
  
  Cantonese interpretation available
• Sunday, September 25 | 12:30 - 2:30 p.m.
  
  Columbus Avenue and West Rutland Square
• RAIN DATE: Wednesday, September 28 | 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
  
  Location to be determined

Join the Office of Civic Organizing and Mayor Wu's Roxbury Liaison, Kiesha Santana, at the City Hall On The Go Truck. You can request services online.

Join the Office of Civic Organizing and Mayor Wu's Roxbury Liaison, Kiesha Santana, at the City Hall On The Go Truck. You can request services online.

The City's Archaeology team has uncovered and researched artifacts that tell the history of slavery in Boston. Join the open house to learn the artifacts discovered and share your thoughts on the details of the upcoming Faneuil Hall exhibit.

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Walk-ins only! No appointment needed! Offering vaccines for those 6 months and older.

Kick off a safe and healthy school year by joining this FAMILY FUN DAY! This event an opportunity for families with children to get their COVID-19 vaccine or booster for the school year. Join us with free food, music, face painting, games, and more!

$75 Visa Gift cards and backpacks with school supplies will be available to anyone who gets vaccinated while supplies last! Please note that registering or making an appointment does not guarantee an incentive if supplies run out.

Anyone under the age of 18 will need to have consent from a guardian. The guardian can be present with the youth OR you can bring a printed signed document. You can find consent forms in multiple languages online. 

This event is hosted by the Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC), in partnership with Boston Public Schools, Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF), CIC Health, Black Boston COVID-19 Coalition and The First Ladies and Women Faith Based Leaders of Boston. With thanks to our sponsors: Boston Athletic Association, Boston Bruins Organization, Reach out and Read Northeast Region, Stop & Shop, and Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

At the event, you'll learn about the office's current resources and how we look to move forward with your input. Food, childcare, and interpretation services are available during the event.

Register for the event

Can't make it? Fill out our Redefining Womanhood survey online!