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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 ...

  • 04:00PM
  • Posted:
    12/15/2025 - 10:08AM
  • 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.

Boston Parks And Recreation Commission

Join the online meeting

The public can offer testimony.
  • 03:00PM
  • Posted:
    12/02/2025 - 4:59PM
  • 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.

Dorchester: 34 Spring Garden Street Abutters Meeting

Convert existing single-family to three units with two off-street parking spots. Renovate interior and demolish all MEP and finishes with the addition of a fire alarm and sprinkler system. Remove the existing pitched roof, frame full floor and construct a rear addition.

December 10, 2025
Event Date2025-12-10T19:00:58 - 2025-12-10T20:00:58

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: 858 0921 4856

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

December 10, 2025
Event Date2025-12-10T19:00:58 - 2025-12-10T20:00:58

March Winter Bike Ride

Boston Bikes, in collaboration with MassBike, is organizing a winter bike ride series.

March 14, 2026
  • 10:30am - 12:30pm
  • To be Announced
    Boston, MA 02124
  • Contact:
    Boston Bikes
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
    Outdoor
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-03-14T10:30:23 - 2026-03-14T12:30:23

These are slow-paced rides that include a mix of bike paths and on-street riding in neighborhoods. The rides end with free hot chocolate. The rides in the series include:

  • Saturday, December 13 in South Boston
  • Saturday, January 10 in JP / Roxbury
  • Saturday, February 7 in East Boston
  • Saturday, March 14, 1 in Lower Mills, Dorchester and Mattapan

Details about Saturday, March 14, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. in Lower Mills, Dorchester/Mattapan are coming soon!

March 14, 2026
  • 10:30am - 12:30pm
  • To be Announced
    Boston, MA 02124
  • Contact:
    Boston Bikes
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
    Outdoor
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-03-14T10:30:23 - 2026-03-14T12:30:23

UP Academy Charter School Of Dorchester Board Of Trustees Meeting

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  • 02:00PM - 03:30PM
  • Posted:
    11/25/2025 - 3:29PM
  • 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.

Dorchester: 291 Adams Street Abutters Meeting

Existing establishment Phuong Nam Restaurant doing business as Pho Que Restaurant has applied for a beer and wine license to be exercised Friday through Sunday. Current hours of operation are 10 a.m. - 9 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and 10 a.m. - 10 p.m., Friday through Sunday.

December 1, 2025
Event Date2025-12-01T19:00:51 - 2025-12-01T20:00:51

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: 827 0209 9040

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

December 1, 2025
Event Date2025-12-01T19:00:51 - 2025-12-01T20:00:51

Dorchester: 2038 Dorchester Avenue Abutters Meeting

Erect a new four-story mixed-use building with the ground floor as general retail and 12 multi-family units on the upper floors. The building will feature balconies with three at-grade parking spaces. The existing home is to be demolished on a separate permit. Plans available upon request. 

December 1, 2025
Event Date2025-12-01T18:00:51 - 2025-12-01T19:00:51

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: 818 4913 1328

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

December 1, 2025
Event Date2025-12-01T18:00:51 - 2025-12-01T19:00:51

National Registry of Food Safety Professionals (NRFSP) Training

The Mayor’s Office of Small Business is hosting a free National Registry of Food Safety Professionals (NRFSP) training from a ESB Public Health Consulting, LLC.

December 10, 2025
  • 8:30am - 5:00pm
  • Merengue Restaurant
    156 Blue Hill Avenue
    Boston, MA 02125
  • Contact:
    Emily Patrick
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
    Learning and lectures
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-12-10T08:30:00 - 2025-12-10T17:00:00

The Mayor’s Office of Small Business is hosting a free National Registry of Food Safety Professionals (NRFSP) training from a ESB Public Health Consulting, LLC.

National Registry is a long-term partner in food safety. Their exams ask the right questions to reveal an employees’ ability to prepare and serve food safely, not their ability to take a test.

This free training is geared towards newly licensed liquor establishments in the City of Boston.

National Registry of Food Safety Professionals (NRFSP) Training

  • Wednesday, December 10, 2025 
  • Doors open at 8:30 a.m.
  • Training starts promptly at 9 a.m.
  • Training concludes at 5 p.m.
  • Testing is provided.

Breakfast and lunch will be served.

Merengue Restaurant
156 Blue Hill Ave
Boston, MA 02125

December 10, 2025
  • 8:30am - 5:00pm
  • Merengue Restaurant
    156 Blue Hill Avenue
    Boston, MA 02125
  • Contact:
    Emily Patrick
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
    Learning and lectures
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-12-10T08:30:00 - 2025-12-10T17:00:00

UP Academy Charter School Of Dorchester Governance Committee Meeting

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The public can offer testimony.
  • 02:00PM - 02:30PM
  • Posted:
    11/17/2025 - 6:35AM
  • 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.

Workers' Rights Office Hours

Boston Workers! Do you have questions about your rights on the job? Do you have a workplace issue and want to take action?

June 3, 2026
  • 4:30pm - 6:30pm
  • Marshall Community Center
    35 Westville Street
    Boston, MA 02124
  • Contact:
    Labor Compliance and Worker Protections
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
    Social good
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-06-03T16:30:00 - 2026-06-03T18:30:00

The Office of Labor Compliance and Worker Protections is partnering with Boston Centers for Youth and Families to meet with residents one-on-one and provide support. Attend to get your questions answered by experts, get referrals, and access community and legal resources.

June 3, 2026
  • 4:30pm - 6:30pm
  • Marshall Community Center
    35 Westville Street
    Boston, MA 02124
  • Contact:
    Labor Compliance and Worker Protections
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
    Social good
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-06-03T16:30:00 - 2026-06-03T18:30:00
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