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Tito Puente Latin Music Series - Kristalis y Las Nenas del Swing

The six-concert Tito Puente Latin Music Series returns to Boston parks on in July and August. Performers include Berklee College of Music faculty, students, alumni, and world-renowned artists.

August 6, 2026
  • 7:00pm - 8:30pm
  • Mozart Street Playground
    10 Mozart Street
    Boston, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Steve
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-08-06T19:00:00 - 2026-08-06T20:30:00

Created in honor of Latin music icon Tito Puente, this series celebrates years of bringing live Latin music with a strong salsa influence to Boston parks. The series is sponsored in part by Berklee College of Music and Inquilinos Boricuas en Acción. Free salsa lessons will be led by MetaMovements at select concerts.

All concerts start at 7 p.m. All locations are wheelchair accessible. In the event of inclement weather, all concerts will be canceled with no rain dates.

August 6, 2026
  • 7:00pm - 8:30pm
  • Mozart Street Playground
    10 Mozart Street
    Boston, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Steve
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-08-06T19:00:00 - 2026-08-06T20:30:00

Jamaica Plain: 67 Mossdale Road Abutters Meeting

Seeking alterations and additions to an existing single-family dwelling with a proposed change in zoning use designation from Single Family to Single Family with a non-detached Accessory Dwelling Unit.

April 27, 2026
Event Date2026-04-27T18:00:00 - 2026-04-27T19:00:00

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: 160 069 3024

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

April 27, 2026
Event Date2026-04-27T18:00:00 - 2026-04-27T19:00:00

Jamaica Plain: 403A Centre Street Abutters Meeting

Don Tequeño y Doña Arepa applicant to upgrade license from Wine & Malt beverages to All Alcohol with hours of operation being Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. to 11 p.m., and Saturday - Sunday, 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.

April 20, 2026
Event Date2026-04-20T19:00:00 - 2026-04-20T20:00:00

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: 160 556 9978

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

April 20, 2026
Event Date2026-04-20T19:00:00 - 2026-04-20T20:00:00

Nira Rock: Volunteer Tree Planting

Join Urban Wilds Program staff, and neighbors to lend a hand at Nira Rock Urban Wild. We will focus our efforts on planting native trees and shrubs.

May 9, 2026
Event Date2026-05-09T10:00:00 - 2026-05-09T13:00:00
  • The event will happen, rain or shine. We will cancel in the case of extreme weather such as thunderstorms.
  • We strongly encourage that you bike, walk, take public transit, or carpool. There is very little parking available.
  • Wear close-toed shoes and clothes for working outdoors. Expect to be digging, raking, and maybe even kneeling/crouching. 

Meet at: 10 Grotto Glen Rd, Boston, MA 02130 (end of Grotto Glen Rd, near Jefferson Playground)

May 9, 2026
Event Date2026-05-09T10:00:00 - 2026-05-09T13:00:00

Bussey Brook Meadow Clean Up

Join the Arboretum Parks Conservancy, Charles River Watershed Association (CRWA) and the Urban Wilds Program at our annual Earth Day Clean Up at the Bussey Brook Meadow at the Arnold Arboretum. 

April 25, 2026
Event Date2026-04-25T10:00:00 - 2026-04-25T12:00:00

Join us to celebrate Earth Day and work on the following tasks:

  • Invasive plant removals within the woodland areas adjacent to the Blackwell Footpath and South Street to improve the ecology of these areas and build upon efforts from previous volunteer events. 
  • Litter clean up between Bussey Brook and the train tracks, as well as along the South Street wall.

Tools and gloves will be supplied, but if you have a favorite pair of work gloves, feel free to bring them!

* Please note that the event will be rain or shine!

Meeting Point: The South Street Gate entrance to the Blackwell Footpath. There is plenty of parking on nearby Flora Way and this entrance is within walking distance from the Forest Hills T Station.

April 25, 2026
Event Date2026-04-25T10:00:00 - 2026-04-25T12:00:00

FutureBOS BPS Pop Up Fairs: English High School

The 2026 futureBOS Pop Up Fairs, facilitated by the City of Boston and the Office of Youth Employment and Opportunity, connects students to summer early-career exploration opportunities. 

April 8, 2026
  • 12:00pm - 2:20pm
  • 144 McBride St
    Boston, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Youth Employment & Opportunity
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-04-08T12:00:00 - 2026-04-08T14:20:00

Students will be able to learn more about our resources, be directed to job applications and employers hiring, and more.

April 8, 2026
  • 12:00pm - 2:20pm
  • 144 McBride St
    Boston, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Youth Employment & Opportunity
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-04-08T12:00:00 - 2026-04-08T14:20:00

Neighborhood Cleanup at Franklin Park Playstead

The Mayor’s Office of Civic Organizing is facilitating a neighborhood cleanup for youth and families on Saturday, April 18, 2026, starting at 9 a.m. at Franklin Park Playstead.

April 18, 2026
Event Date2026-04-18T09:00:00 2026-04-18T09:00:00

Interested volunteers are asked to register for the annual cleanup online:

Register for the event

April 18, 2026
Event Date2026-04-18T09:00:00 2026-04-18T09:00:00

Conservation Commission Public Hearing

ATTENTION: This meeting will be held virtually and not in person. You can participate in the meeting by going to our online meeting or calling 929-205-6099 and entering Meeting ID 868 0172 3247 #. Interpretation, translation, and disability accommodation services are available to you at no cost. If you need them, please contact us at cc@boston.govLCA@boston.gov, or ...

The public can offer testimony.

Jamaica Plain: 11 Ashley Street Abutters Meeting

Bedroom addition/extension over an existing two-story rear portion of home. Scope also includes a new mudroom, entry stair reconfiguration, and new exterior balconies.

April 14, 2026
Event Date2026-04-14T19:00:00 - 2026-04-14T20:00:00

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: 160 937 6274

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

 

April 14, 2026
Event Date2026-04-14T19:00:00 - 2026-04-14T20:00:00

Open Mic - Jamaica Plain

This concert series is your chance to take the stage! We will also highlight a featured performer from Berklee College of Music.

June 18, 2026
  • 6:30pm - 8:30pm
  • Mozart Street Playground
    10 Mozart Street
    Boston,
  • Contact:
    Steve
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-06-18T18:30:00 - 2026-06-18T20:30:00

Bring a chair or blanket and come watch! Sign up for the chance to be pulled from a hat, if your name is selected you will have the chance to share your musical talents.

Microphone and amplified sound provided. Please bring instruments cables you may need to perform. 10 minutes per performer (including set up and breakdown). The featured Berklee Performer will close out the show.

June 18, 2026
  • 6:30pm - 8:30pm
  • Mozart Street Playground
    10 Mozart Street
    Boston,
  • Contact:
    Steve
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-06-18T18:30:00 - 2026-06-18T20:30:00
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