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Tenean Beach Cleanup

April 15, 2023
2023-04-15T09:00:00 - 2023-04-15T14:00:00

In honor of One Boston Day, the Boston Environment Department and Boston Planning & Development Agency are teaming up with the Department of Conservation and Recreation and Neponset River Watershed Association to host a cleanup of Tenean Beach in Dorchester.

sign up here

April 15, 2023
2023-04-15T09:00:00 - 2023-04-15T14:00:00
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JP Better Bike Lanes Open House #2

Come talk with us about upcoming bike projects in Jamaica Plain.

May 11, 2023
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • Curley K-8 Lower School
    40 Pershing Road
    Boston, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    better-bike-lanes@boston.gov
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2023-05-11T18:00:00 - 2023-05-11T20:00:00

We are working on a number of bike projects this year as part of our work to quickly close gaps across the City in Boston's emerging network of low-stress bike routes. These changes will increase the legibility of the bike network in Jamaica Plain. This year's JP projects include Green Street and Seaverns Avenue/Gordon StreetEliot StreetMcBride Street, and Boylston Street.

Have questions or comments? Come meet us in-person for one of two identical open houses to learn more about bike projects coming to Jamaica Plain. We will be at the Margarita Muñiz Academy on Child Street from 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday, May 3, and at the Curley K-8 Lower School on Pershing Road from 6-8 p.m. on Thursday, May 11.

Spanish interpretation will be provided.

May 11, 2023
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • Curley K-8 Lower School
    40 Pershing Road
    Boston, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    better-bike-lanes@boston.gov
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2023-05-11T18:00:00 - 2023-05-11T20:00:00
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JP Better Bike Lanes Open House #1

Come talk with us about upcoming bike projects in Jamaica Plain.

May 3, 2023
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • Margarita Muñiz Academy
    20 Child Street
    Boston, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    better-bike-lanes@boston.gov
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2023-05-03T18:00:00 - 2023-05-03T20:00:00

We are working on a number of bike projects this year as part of our work to quickly close gaps across the City in Boston's emerging network of low-stress bike routes. These changes will increase the legibility of the bike network in Jamaica Plain. This year's JP projects include Green Street and Seaverns Avenue/Gordon StreetEliot StreetMcBride Street, and Boylston Street.

Have questions or comments? Come meet us in-person for one of two identical open houses to learn more about bike projects coming to Jamaica Plain. We will be at the Margarita Muñiz Academy on Child Street from 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday, May 3, and at the Curley K-8 Lower School on Pershing Road from 6-8 p.m. on Thursday, May 11.

Spanish interpretation will be provided.

May 3, 2023
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • Margarita Muñiz Academy
    20 Child Street
    Boston, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    better-bike-lanes@boston.gov
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2023-05-03T18:00:00 - 2023-05-03T20:00:00
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Western Avenue Bike Lane Drop-By Hours

We want to hear from you about upcoming bike projects in Allston and Brighton, including Western Avenue.  Drop by Smith Playground at the (corner of Western Avenue and South Campus Drive) anytime between 4 and 6 p.m.  Rain date: Thursday, April 20, 4 - 6 p.m. 

April 19, 2023
  • 4:00pm - 6:00pm
  • Smith Playground (corner of Western Avenue and South Campus Drive)
    235 Western Avenue
    Boston, MA 02135
  • Contact:
    Better Bike Lanes team
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Allston
    Brighton
  • Posted:
2023-04-19T16:00:00 - 2023-04-19T18:00:00

We are working on a number of bike projects this year as part of our work to quickly close gaps across the City in Boston's emerging network of low-stress bike routes. Come chat with us at an in-person, outdoor event to learn more about projects in your neighborhood, including:

April 19, 2023
  • 4:00pm - 6:00pm
  • Smith Playground (corner of Western Avenue and South Campus Drive)
    235 Western Avenue
    Boston, MA 02135
  • Contact:
    Better Bike Lanes team
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Allston
    Brighton
  • Posted:
2023-04-19T16:00:00 - 2023-04-19T18:00:00
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North Beacon Street Drop-In Session at Faneuil Gardens

We want to hear from you about upcoming bike projects in Allston and Brighton, including North Beacon Street.

May 30, 2023
2023-05-30T16:30:00 - 2023-05-30T18:30:00

We are working on a number of bike projects this year as part of our work to quickly close gaps across the City in Boston's emerging network of low-stress bike routes. We are holding a drop-in session at the Faneuil Gardens Community Center. Depending on the weather, we will have a table set up outside in front of the community center, or we will be set up inside the community center. Drop in anytime to ask questions, view materials, and learn more about the project. Spanish interpretation will be provided. 

Come chat with us to learn more about other projects in your neighborhood, including:

May 30, 2023
2023-05-30T16:30:00 - 2023-05-30T18:30:00
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Billings Field Design Meeting #3

Please join us for the third and final community engagement meeting for Billings Field, where we will present a design for the park that we think reflects the input we've received during our community process. We will have an online design presentation with a discussion session afterward.

April 25, 2023
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • Virtual meeting
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    B Chatfield
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2023-04-25T18:00:00 - 2023-04-25T19:30:00

Join the online meeting

Interpretation and translation services are available to you at no cost. If you need them, please contact us at abigail.chatfield@boston.gov, LCA@boston.gov, or 617-504-7709 by April 18.

Project information

April 25, 2023
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • Virtual meeting
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    B Chatfield
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2023-04-25T18:00:00 - 2023-04-25T19:30:00
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Downtown Neighborhood Social

Join us at the Boston Downtown Business Improvement District Third Space for food, drinks, and civic engagement opportunities with City Hall leaders and neighbors!

April 19, 2023
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • 3rd Space
    12 Summer Street
    Boston, MA 02110
  • Contact:
    SPARK Boston
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
    Downtown
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2023-04-19T18:00:00 - 2023-04-19T20:00:00

When you think of "Boston neighborhoods", downtown may not be the first thing that comes to mind. Still, as Mayor Wu continues to lead downtown revitalization in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, residents and businesses alike call Downtown Boston home. Join us at 3rd Space at the heart of Downtown Crossing for snacks, drinks, and civic updates from special City Hall guests!

Presented in partnership with Downtown Boston Business Improvement District (BID), the SPARK Boston Neighborhood Social is the perfect place to learn more about organizations and happenings in the neighborhood we're visiting, meet new friends from across the city, and get civically engaged. We'll also have more information about the 2023-2024 SPARK Boston Council application on hand, and look forward to talking about how you can get involved with SPARK Boston! 

Please note: this is a 21+ event.

April 19, 2023
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • 3rd Space
    12 Summer Street
    Boston, MA 02110
  • Contact:
    SPARK Boston
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
    Downtown
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2023-04-19T18:00:00 - 2023-04-19T20:00:00
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Mattapan Drop-in Hours

Join us at the Mattapan Library on Thursdays from 12 p.m. - 2 p.m.!

April 6, 2023
  • 1:00pm - 3:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Thursday, starting from April 6, 2023, until June 1, 2023
  • 1350 Blue Hill Avenue
    Mattapan, MA 02126
  • Contact:
    Charlotte Fleetwood
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Mattapan
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2023-04-06T13:00:00 - 2023-04-06T15:00:00

Every Thursday from 12 p.m. - 2 p.m., planners from the Boston Transportation Department and MBTA will be at the Mattapan Library to answer your questions and hear your thoughts on the Blue Hill Avenue Transportation Action Plan. Come talk to us to help guide the City's investments along Blue Hill Avenue!

April 6, 2023
  • 1:00pm - 3:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Thursday, starting from April 6, 2023, until June 1, 2023
  • 1350 Blue Hill Avenue
    Mattapan, MA 02126
  • Contact:
    Charlotte Fleetwood
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Mattapan
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2023-04-06T13:00:00 - 2023-04-06T15:00:00
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Grove Hall Drop-in Hours

Join us at the Grove Hall Library on Wednesdays from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.!

April 5, 2023
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Wednesday, starting from April 5, 2023, until June 1, 2023
  • 41 Geneva Ave
    Dorchester, MA 02121
  • Contact:
    Kirstie Hostetter
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2023-04-05T10:00:00 - 2023-04-05T12:00:00

Every Wednesday from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., planners from the Boston Transportation Department and MBTA will be at the Grove Hall Library to answer your questions and hear your thoughts on the Blue Hill Avenue Transportation Action Plan. Come talk to us to help guide the City's investments along Blue Hill Avenue!

April 5, 2023
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Wednesday, starting from April 5, 2023, until June 1, 2023
  • 41 Geneva Ave
    Dorchester, MA 02121
  • Contact:
    Kirstie Hostetter
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2023-04-05T10:00:00 - 2023-04-05T12:00:00
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JP Better Bike Lanes In-Person Office Hours

Come talk with us about upcoming bike projects in Jamaica Plain.

August 17, 2023
  • 4:00pm - 7:00pm
  • Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library
    30 South Street
    Boston, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Better Bike Lanes
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2023-08-17T16:00:00 - 2023-08-17T19:00:00

We are working on a number of bike projects this year as part of our work to quickly close gaps across the City in Boston's emerging network of low-stress bike routes. These changes will increase the legibility of the bike network in Jamaica Plain. This year's JP projects include Green Street and Seaverns Avenue/Gordon StreetEliot StreetMcBride Street, and Boylston Street.

Have questions or comments? Come meet us in-person at the Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library on the following dates:

  • Thursday, June 29, 4 - 7 p.m.
  • Thursday, August 17, 4 - 7 p.m.
August 17, 2023
  • 4:00pm - 7:00pm
  • Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library
    30 South Street
    Boston, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Better Bike Lanes
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2023-08-17T16:00:00 - 2023-08-17T19:00:00
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