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Bike Town Pop-Up At Smith Playground

Join us for a free family-friendly Bike Town pop-up, where youth can learn to ride and participate in on-bike activities to improve their safe bike riding skills. 

June 24, 2026
Event Date2026-06-24T16:00:00 - 2026-06-24T19:00:00

Located at the Basketball Court at Smith Playground in Allston, this three-hour drop-in event is for families and children ages 4-12 who want to learn to ride and practice their riding skills. A variety of different sized bikes and helmets will be provided, and staff will be present to lead on-bike games and teach bike riding skills and safe riding tips and techniques.

Two kids ride bikes at a Bike Town

 

June 24, 2026
Event Date2026-06-24T16:00:00 - 2026-06-24T19:00:00

Finished Compost Giveaway

Finished compost giveaway for Boston residents.

June 24, 2026
  • 3:00pm - 6:00pm
  • 315 Western Ave
    Brighton, MA 02135
  • Contact:
    Department of Public Works
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Allston
    Brighton
    Citywide
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-06-24T15:00:00 - 2026-06-24T18:00:00

Bring any container, bag, tupperware, bin, etc. to fill with nutrient-rich compost for your garden! 

25 gallons per household while supplies last.

Questions? Contact: zerowaste@boston.gov

Proof of Boston residency required.

June 24, 2026
  • 3:00pm - 6:00pm
  • 315 Western Ave
    Brighton, MA 02135
  • Contact:
    Department of Public Works
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Allston
    Brighton
    Citywide
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-06-24T15:00:00 - 2026-06-24T18:00:00

Allston: 16 High Rock Way Abutters Meeting

Kitchen addition, Front vestibule addition, Back Addition for master bathroom and office space

June 9, 2026
Event Date2026-06-09T19:00:00 - 2026-06-09T20:00:00

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: 165 120 8467

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



 

June 9, 2026
Event Date2026-06-09T19:00:00 - 2026-06-09T20:00:00

District 9 Community Preservation Act (CPA) Virtual Info Session

District 9 - Join us online to learn how to secure funding for the projects that matter most to your community—from affordable housing and historic preservation, to new parks and recreation spaces. 

June 16, 2026
Event Date2026-06-16T18:00:00 - 2026-06-16T19:30:00

This event is brought to you by City Council President Liz Breadon in partnership with the CPA office. This meeting will be held on zoom. Please register below to receive a secure zoom meeting link. 

June 16, 2026
Event Date2026-06-16T18:00:00 - 2026-06-16T19:30:00

Community Meeting: BCYF Jackson Mann Community Center

Please join BCYF, the Public Facilities Department, and Utile for the release of the BCYF Jackson Mann Community Center Housing Study, a community discussion about the future of the site, and project timeline updates!

May 28, 2026
Event Date2026-05-28T18:00:33 - 2026-05-28T20:00:00

Boston Centers for Youth & Families, the Public Facilities Department, the Mayor's Office of Housing, and Boston Public Schools are studying the feasibility of adding housing with a new community center and possibly an elementary school at the Jackson Mann School site in Allston-Brighton. The study tests a range of community center sizes based on the previously completed programming and siting study, as well as a mix of affordable and market-rate housing. 

May 28, 2026
Event Date2026-05-28T18:00:33 - 2026-05-28T20:00:00

Allston: 1102 Commonwealth Avenue Abutters Meeting

Seeking common victualler license; Sunday through Wednesday, 11 a.m.- 10 p.m. and Thursday through Saturday, 11 a.m. - 2 a.m.

May 26, 2026
Event Date2026-05-26T19:00:00 - 2026-05-26T20:00:00

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: 165 669 1147

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

May 26, 2026
Event Date2026-05-26T19:00:00 - 2026-05-26T20:00:00

Neighborhood Concert Series - Allston: Terraplane Lane

Neighborhood Concerts are presented by Bank of America.

July 27, 2026
  • 7:00pm - 8:30pm
  • Smith Playground
    235 Western Ave
    Boston, MA
  • Contact:
    Steve
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Allston
    Brighton
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-27T19:00:00 - 2026-07-27T20:30:00

Bring a blanket or chair and get ready to dance.


About Terraplane Lane

Terraplane Lane are a multi-genre blues, soul, and funk-influenced, six piece band from the South Shore of Massachusetts that formed in 2024. Drummer Jeremy Sheehan and harmonica innovator Stu Barer, (who influenced the beginnings of the band’s signature “reed section”— a gritty, horn-style ensemble that would later pair harmonica and saxophone) laid the foundation.

The two would soon recruit bassist Gregg Marcus, as well as the young and soulful frontman Benjamin Sangiolo. Their early sets featured underplayed jump blues and classic soul tunes but would quickly shift when Gregg crossed paths with local solo artist Jason Cardinal. Jason’s arrival brought a second lead vocalist, keyboards, original songwriting, and a genre-bending spirit that reshaped the band’s identity

With the final addition of saxophonist David Stringham, Terraplane Lane locked in their lineup and launched a sound with equal parts vintage grit, heartfelt groove, and spontaneous joy. Their performances blend timeless covers, powerful originals, and surprising renditions and mashups. In February 2026, they began recording their debut album while building out their original music catalogue for future releases.

July 27, 2026
  • 7:00pm - 8:30pm
  • Smith Playground
    235 Western Ave
    Boston, MA
  • Contact:
    Steve
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Allston
    Brighton
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-27T19:00:00 - 2026-07-27T20:30:00

Aberdeen Architectural Conservation District

ATTENTION: This hearing will only be held virtually and NOT in person. You can participate in this hearing by going to our Zoom Link or calling 1-929-205-6099 and entering meeting id # 165 974 8497...

The public can offer testimony.

Allston: 157 Brighton Ave Abutters Meeting

Change wine and malt beverage package store license to all alcohol

May 13, 2026
Event Date2026-05-13T19:00:00 - 2026-05-13T20:00:00

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: 161 878 0529

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

 

May 13, 2026
Event Date2026-05-13T19:00:00 - 2026-05-13T20:00:00

Allston-Brighton Meet and Greet at the Allston Abbey

Join us in person at the historic St. Luke’s + St. Margaret’s Church (the Allston Abbey) in Allston. Meet the team, explore our grant process, and get your questions answered. All are welcome!

June 15, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • 5 St. Lukes Rd.
    Allston, MA 02134
  • Contact:
    Thadine Brown
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Allston
    Brighton
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-06-15T18:00:00 - 2026-06-15T19:30:00

MEETING LOCATION:

5 St. Lukes Rd.

Allston, Massachusetts 02134

TRANSIT OPTIONS: Green Line; Bus: 57, 64, or 66 Lines, street parking available

June 15, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • 5 St. Lukes Rd.
    Allston, MA 02134
  • Contact:
    Thadine Brown
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Allston
    Brighton
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-06-15T18:00:00 - 2026-06-15T19:30:00
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