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Historic preservation and climate change open discussion

A group of Boston Landmarks commissioners and historic district commissioners will discuss impending climate changes in Boston and their effects on the historic fabric throughout the City.

May 7, 2018
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Piemonte Room, Fifth Floor
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Boston Landmarks Commission Staff
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-05-07T18:00:00 - 2018-05-07T20:00:00

The conversation will focus on climate change and how it may affect Boston's built environment, and specifically historic structures.

This event will be free and open to the public and registration is not required. We encourage those who are interested in these topics to join the conversation and help us protect Boston's historic treasures!

May 7, 2018
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Piemonte Room, Fifth Floor
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Boston Landmarks Commission Staff
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-05-07T18:00:00 - 2018-05-07T20:00:00

36th annual Run of the Charles

The Run of the Charles welcomes paddlers for 6-mile, 9-mile, 19-mile, and 24-mile races along the Charles River.

April 29, 2018
  • 9:30am - 1:00pm
  • 1255 Soldier's Field Road
    Boston, MA 02135
  • Contact:
    Mayor's Office of Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-04-29T09:30:00 - 2018-04-29T13:00:00

Kick off the paddling season with the 36th Run of the Charles: Boston's premier paddling race.

Run of the Charles, the Charles River Watershed Association's signature annual event, is the largest flat-bottomed boat race in New England and a major event in Greater Boston. The event draws 1,500 racers and thousands more spectators each year!

April 29, 2018
  • 9:30am - 1:00pm
  • 1255 Soldier's Field Road
    Boston, MA 02135
  • Contact:
    Mayor's Office of Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-04-29T09:30:00 - 2018-04-29T13:00:00

Boston City Hall open house

In 2018, Boston celebrates the 50th anniversary of the completion of Boston City Hall.

April 12, 2018
  • 2:00pm - 5:30pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Foyer, 3rd floor
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Rosanne Foley
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-04-12T14:00:00 - 2018-04-12T17:30:00

The building was designed by a young architectural team who, over 255 other entries, won the chance to build a new city hall in an innovative 1962 international design competition.

We'll have on display an exhibit of architectural design materials illustrating how Boston City Hall was created. The Boston Landmarks Commission Open House offers a fresh look at the building’s architecture, shows off the lobby's recent, well-done updates to lighting and visitor access, along with insight into a recent master planning process to Rethink City Hall.

April 12, 2018
  • 2:00pm - 5:30pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Foyer, 3rd floor
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Rosanne Foley
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-04-12T14:00:00 - 2018-04-12T17:30:00

122nd annual Boston Marathon

The marathon will be held on Patriots Day, Monday, April 16.

April 16, 2018
  • 8:00am
  • Locations throughout the City
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Mayor's Office of Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-04-16T08:00:00

The Boston Marathon is an annual marathon hosted by several cities in greater Boston and eastern Massachusetts. It is always held on Patriots Day, the third Monday of April.

The Boston Athletic Association (B.A.A.) has organized the Boston Marathon since the event’s inception in 1897. The Boston Marathon is the world's oldest annual marathon and ranks as one of the world's most prestigious road racing events. The event attracts 500,000 spectators each year, making it New England's most widely viewed sporting event.

For the latest information on safety and transportation updates, visit the BAA's website.

April 16, 2018
  • 8:00am
  • Locations throughout the City
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Mayor's Office of Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-04-16T08:00:00

'Boston’s South End': a postcard history series

Learn more about this historic Boston neighborhood.

May 30, 2018
  • 6:00pm
  • 532 Massachusetts Avenue
    Boston, MA 02118
  • Contact:
    Lauren Prescott
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Downtown
    South End
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-05-30T18:00:00

Join Lauren Prescott, executive director of the South End Historical Society, as she discusses her new book, "Boston’s South End," and talks about the history of the neighborhood.

May 30, 2018
  • 6:00pm
  • 532 Massachusetts Avenue
    Boston, MA 02118
  • Contact:
    Lauren Prescott
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Downtown
    South End
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-05-30T18:00:00

Fourth annual One Boston Day

"One Boston Day" encourages random acts of kindness and spreading goodwill.

April 15, 2018
  • 12:00am - 12:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Mayor's Office of Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-04-15T00:00:00 - 2018-04-15T12:00:00

Mayor Martin J. Walsh and the City of Boston will once again honor Boston's resilience, generosity and strength on April 15, now known as "One Boston Day." The day serves as an opportunity to recognize the good in our community, celebrate one another, and reflect on the spirit and resilience of the people of Boston that was exemplified in response to the loss and tragedies of April 15, 2013.

Individuals and organizations are encouraged to share their plans for One Boston Day on the official website and on social media using the hashtag #OneBostonDay.

"One Boston Day" encourages random acts of kindness and spreading goodwill, and activities across the City will encourage individuals to give back to their community. The tradition came together in 2015 based on the desire expressed by many survivors to pass on the kindness, generosity, and support they received following the 2013 Boston Marathon.

April 15, 2018
  • 12:00am - 12:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Mayor's Office of Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-04-15T00:00:00 - 2018-04-15T12:00:00

Canceled:
Committee on Public Safety and Criminal Justice Hearing on Docket #0264

The public can offer testimony.

BCYF Fun Stops 2018 - Blackstone

These free drop-in programs provide structured games, sport activities, and arts projects for up to 50 children per location.

July 9, 2018
  • 12:00pm - 5:00pm
    Repeats daily on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, starting from July 9, 2018, until August 17, 2018
  • 50 WEST BROOKLINE STREET
    Boston, MA 02118
  • Contact:
    Joan Lanigan
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-07-09T12:00:00 - 2018-07-09T17:00:00

Fun Stops are an affordable, flexible option for parents who are looking for a summer activity for their child for a couple hours a day.

Dates: July 9 - August 17
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 12 - 5 p.m.
Ages: 8 - 14

Locations:

Some locations provide lunch. Other sites may require children to bring their own lunch. Please confirm with staff in advance.

July 9, 2018
  • 12:00pm - 5:00pm
    Repeats daily on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, starting from July 9, 2018, until August 17, 2018
  • 50 WEST BROOKLINE STREET
    Boston, MA 02118
  • Contact:
    Joan Lanigan
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-07-09T12:00:00 - 2018-07-09T17:00:00

BCYF Girls Summit 2018

Boston girls ages 12-18 are invited to join us for a day of workshops, a panel discussion, food, fun, and more!

May 12, 2018
  • 11:00am - 3:00pm
  • 300 The Fenway
    Boston, MA 02115
  • Contact:
    Erika Butler
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-05-12T11:00:00 - 2018-05-12T15:00:00

The BCYF Girls Summit is a yearly conference developed for girls ages 12-18 to connect with the resources and opportunities they need and to help them establish a sense of unity and commitment with their peers and their communities.

Register for the event

Workshop Topics:
  • Business management
  • Engineering and technology (STEM)
  • Health services
  • Human services and public policy 
  • Natural resources and agriculture
  • Social media and communication

A special thank you to our supporters who make this summit possible:

  • Boston Police Athletic League
  • Lingzi Lu Foundation
  • Shannon Grant
  • Foundation for BCYF
May 12, 2018
  • 11:00am - 3:00pm
  • 300 The Fenway
    Boston, MA 02115
  • Contact:
    Erika Butler
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-05-12T11:00:00 - 2018-05-12T15:00:00

Boston Employment Commission Regular Meeting

The public can offer testimony.
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