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Youth Day

Part of the Community Canvas Series presented by the Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion bringing community events to Nubian Square this July, August, and September.

July 13, 2024
2024-07-13T12:00:00 - 2024-07-13T16:00:00

Youth Day will showcase performances by young talents, feature food from various food vendors, and include an entertaining performance. 


DÍA DE LA JUVENTUD

Parte de la Serie Lienzo Comunitario presentada por la Oficina de Inclusión y Oportunidades Económicas, que traerá eventos comunitarios a Nubian Square en julio, agosto y septiembre.

El Día de la Juventud contará con actuaciones de jóvenes talentosos, comida de varios vendedores y una actuación entretenida.


JOUNEN JÈN

Yon pati nan Seri Twal Kominotè prezante pa Biwo Opòtinite Ekonomik ak Enklizyon, pote evènman kominotè yo nan Nubian Square sa a Jiyè, Out, ak Septanm.

Jounen Jèn yo montre pèfòmans jèn talan, ansanm ak machann manje ak yon pèfòmans amizan.

July 13, 2024
2024-07-13T12:00:00 - 2024-07-13T16:00:00
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Open Newbury 2024

Every Sunday from June 30 - September 1, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

June 30, 2024
  • 10:00am - 8:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Sunday, starting from June 30, 2024, 10 times
  • Newbury Street
    Boston, MA
  • Contact:
    Open Newbury
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Back Bay
  • Posted:
2024-06-30T10:00:00 - 2024-06-30T20:00:00

 We’re so excited about the upcoming season, and hope that you’ll join us on the street to shop, play, and connect this Summer. 

June 30, 2024
  • 10:00am - 8:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Sunday, starting from June 30, 2024, 10 times
  • Newbury Street
    Boston, MA
  • Contact:
    Open Newbury
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Back Bay
  • Posted:
2024-06-30T10:00:00 - 2024-06-30T20:00:00
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Carnival Multi-Band Launch

Part of the Community Canvas Series presented by the Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion bringing community events to Mattapan Square this July, August, and September.

July 27, 2024
  • 4:00pm - 8:00pm
  • Corner of Cummins Highway and Fairway Street
    Mattapan, MA
  • Contact:
    Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Mattapan
  • Posted:
2024-07-27T16:00:00 - 2024-07-27T20:00:00

To start the Carnival season, Mattapan is hosting a Band Launch event for all the Carnival Masquerade groups to share their designs to engage with the community. Each group will showcase their amazing costumes for this year’s Carnival season while dancing to the rhythms and sounds of Tempo International Steel Orchestra and DJ Ka’Shawn Mhad Kash Spencer. Local restaurant favorites such as Mellow Vibes will offer tasty Caribbean food dishes for purchase.


LANZAMIENTO DE LA MULTIBANDA CARNAVAL

Parte de la serie Community Canvas presentada por la Oficina de Inclusión y Oportunidades Económicas, que traerá eventos comunitarios a Mattapan Square en julio, agosto y septiembre.

Para dar comienzo a la temporada de Carnaval, Mattapan organiza un lanzamiento de bandas para todos los grupos de la Mascarada de Carnaval. Cada grupo exhibirá sus disfraces para el carnaval de este año mientras bailan al ritmo y los sonidos de la orquesta Tempo International Steel y el DJ Ka'Shawn Mhad Kash Spencer. Los restaurantes locales favoritos, como Mello Vibez, ofrecerán para la venta platos de comida caribeña.


LANSMAN MULTI-BANN KANAVAL

Yon pati nan Serie Lienzo Comunitario, prezante pa Biwo Opòtinite Ekonomik ak Enklizyon, pote evènman kominotè yo nan Mattapan Square sa a Jiyè, Out, ak Septanm.

Pou kòmanse sezon Kanaval la, Mattapan ap òganize yon Lansman Band pou tout gwoup Maskarad Kanaval yo. Chak gwoup pral montre kostim yo pou Kanaval ane sa a pandan y ap danse sou ritm ak son Tempo International Steel Orchestra ak DJ Ka'Shawn Mhad Kash Spencer. Restoran lokal prefere yo tankou Mello Vibez pral ofri asyèt manje Karayib pou achte.

July 27, 2024
  • 4:00pm - 8:00pm
  • Corner of Cummins Highway and Fairway Street
    Mattapan, MA
  • Contact:
    Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Mattapan
  • Posted:
2024-07-27T16:00:00 - 2024-07-27T20:00:00
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AfroBeats. AfroEats.

Part of the Community Canvas Series presented by the Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion bringing community events to Mattapan Square this July, August, and September.

July 6, 2024
2024-07-06T16:00:00 - 2024-07-06T20:00:00

Enjoy an afternoon filled with the vibrant AfroBeat rhythms spun by DJ Ohh, savor delicious African cuisine, and experience lively entertainment. Froca Fitness will lead the audience in an intense workout accompanied by African Rhythms. This event is a fantastic opportunity to connect with the community and celebrate African culture. Don't miss out on the fun and festivities!


AFROBEATS. AFROEATS.

Parte de la  Serie Lienzo Comunitario presentada por la Oficina de Inclusión y Oportunidades Económicas, que traerá eventos comunitarios a Nubian Square en julio, agosto y septiembre.

Disfrute de una velada llena de música afro amenizada por el DJ Ohh, cocina africana y un animado espectáculo. Froca Fitness guiará al público en un intenso entrenamiento acompañado de African Rhythms. Este evento es una oportunidad fantástica para conectarse con la comunidad y celebrar la cultura africana. ¡No te pierdas la diversión y las festividades!


AFROBEATS. AFROEATS.

Yon pati nan Seri Twal Kominotè prezante pa Biwo Opòtinite Ekonomik ak Enklizyon, pote evènman kominotè yo nan Nubian Square sa a Jiyè, Out, ak Septanm.

Pwofite de yon sware ki genyen anpil mizik Afro spun pa DJ Ohh, cuisine Afriken, epi fè eksperyans amizman an dirèk. Froca Fitness pral dirije odyans lan nan yon antrennman entans akonpaye pa ritm Afriken. Evènman sa a se yon opòtinite kokenn pou konekte ak kominote a epi selebre kilti Afriken an. Pa rate plezi ak fèstivite yo!

July 6, 2024
2024-07-06T16:00:00 - 2024-07-06T20:00:00
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Salsa in Nubian Square

Part of the Community Canvas Series presented by the Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion bringing community events to Nubian Square this July, August, and September.

July 20, 2024
2024-07-20T16:00:00 - 2024-07-20T20:00:00

Salsa in Nubian Square promises an evening filled with vibrant Latin rhythms, featuring a Latin Dance Company and a Latin DJ. Attendees can enjoy delicious food from Mexican food trucks and carts. 

Salsa en la Plaza Nubian es una velada llena de vibrantes ritmos latinos, con la participación de un Latin Dance Company y un DJ latino. Los asistentes también podrán disfrutar de las delicias gastronómicas de los camiones y carritos de comida latina.

Salsa nan Nubian Square la se yon sware ki ranpli avèk ritm latin vibran, prezante Latin Dance Company ak yon DJ Latin. Patisipan yo kapab pwofite tou de manje nan kamyon manje ak charyo Latino yo.

July 20, 2024
2024-07-20T16:00:00 - 2024-07-20T20:00:00
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Summertime in the Square

Part of the Community Canvas Series presented by the Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion, bringing community events to Nubian Square this July, August, and September.

July 6, 2024
2024-07-06T12:00:00 - 2024-07-06T16:00:00

Join us for Summertime in the Square featuring a diverse array of food options with plates ranging from $5 to $15 from various vendors. Experience chef demos by local chefs, and enjoy a variety of flavors from food trucks such as Suya Joint, BBQ vendor. The event will also feature a DJ.


Verano en la plaza

Parte de la Serie Lienzo Comunitario presentada por la Oficina de Inclusión y Oportunidades Económicas, que traerá eventos comunitarios a Nubian Square en julio, agosto y septiembre.

Verano en la plaza presenta una gran variedad de opciones de alimentos con platos que oscilan entre $5 y $15 de varios expendedores entre los que se encuentran Suya Joint y BBG vendor. El evento también contará con un DJ.


ete nan kare a

Yon pati nan Seri Twal Kominotè prezante pa Biwo Opòtinite Ekonomik ak Enklizyon, pote evènman kominotè yo nan Nubian Square sa a Jiyè, Out, ak Septanm.

Ete nan kara a la prezante yon seri opsyon manje ak asyèt ki sòti nan $5 rive $15 nan men plizyè machann. Eksperyans demo chef pa chèf lokal yo, epi jwi yon varyete de gou nan kamyon manje tankou Suya Joint ak vandè barbeque. Evènman an pral prezante tou yon DJ.

 

July 6, 2024
2024-07-06T12:00:00 - 2024-07-06T16:00:00
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Hike Boston: Horse of Course Program

Hike Boston is a week-day day-time hiking series where we invite you to join us for a walk in one of Boston's parks or urban wilds.

July 28, 2024
2024-07-28T15:00:00

Boston Park Rangers, Urban Wilds staff, and Parks employees will provide formal and informal discussions or tours during the hikes. Some hikes may be more focused on taking a walk in the park, while others may be more informational.

Please note — this is not a hike. This is a "Horse of Course" program hosted by a Boston Park Ranger. Come meet one of the mounted units from our herd and learn about their role in the parks, and how they are cared for.

For more information visit the Hike Boston home page.

July 28, 2024
2024-07-28T15:00:00
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Climate Tech on the Plaza

Join the City of Boston, Northeast Clean Energy Council (NECEC), the Downtown Boston BID, and  Schneider Electric for Climate Tech on the Plaza.

July 24, 2024
  • 10:00am - 4:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
  • Posted:
  • WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
    • Climate tech startups
    • Education and Research institutions
    • Corporate innovators
    • Investors
    • Nonprofits 
    • Anyone curious about how Climate Tech companies are transforming our world
2024-07-24T10:00:00 - 2024-07-24T16:00:00
About the Event

Climate Tech on the Plaza is a unique opportunity for forward-thinking companies to present their cutting-edge technologies aimed at mitigating and adapting to climate change, outside on City Hall Plaza. This event will serve as a platform for entrepreneurs, researchers, investors, and policymakers to come together, exchange ideas, and explore partnerships (and cool gadgets!) that can drive real-world impact.

WHY PARTICIPATE
  • Visibility: Gain exposure for your climate tech solutions in front of the public—everyone is invited—including industry experts, investors, potential collaborators, tourists, and residents of all ages.
  • Networking: Connect with fellow innovators, investors, and key stakeholders who share your commitment to sustainability. Featured companies include Schneider Electric, EnergySage, AlphaStruxure, and Uplight.
HOW TO PARTICIPATE

If you're interested in showcasing your climate tech innovation at the Climate Tech on the Plaza, please submit your application by Wednesday, July 10. Selected participants will have the opportunity to present their technology through live demonstrations, pitches, or poster sessions. For inquiries and applications, please contact shanice.wallace@boston.gov.

July 24, 2024
  • 10:00am - 4:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
  • Posted:
  • WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
    • Climate tech startups
    • Education and Research institutions
    • Corporate innovators
    • Investors
    • Nonprofits 
    • Anyone curious about how Climate Tech companies are transforming our world
2024-07-24T10:00:00 - 2024-07-24T16:00:00
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Hero Square Dedication Eugene M. Lydon

Join us for a Hero Square Dedication for Eugene M. Lydon on Saturday, June 29, 2024, at 10 a.m. This dedication will be held at the intersection of Centre Street and Westerly in Jamaica Plain.

June 29, 2024
  • 10:00am - 11:00am
  • Intersection Centre Street and Westerly Street
    Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    John Allison
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2024-06-29T10:00:00 - 2024-06-29T11:00:00

Eugene Matthew Lydon was born on April 29, 1929 in Boston.  Eugene enlisted in the United States Army on July 19, 1951 and was deployed to Korea as a Field Artillery Chief. Corporal Lydon was in the 555th Field Artillery Battalion, 5th Infantry Regimental Combat when he was killed in action  on September 13, 1952.  Lydon was awarded the Purple Heart, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal. Corporal Lydon is buried in the Mount Benedict Cemetery in West Roxbury.  Lydon was survived by his parents Margaret and Matthew Lydon who resided in the Jamaica Plain neighborhood of Boston.

June 29, 2024
  • 10:00am - 11:00am
  • Intersection Centre Street and Westerly Street
    Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    John Allison
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2024-06-29T10:00:00 - 2024-06-29T11:00:00
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Old School Dance Party

Transport yourself to the golden era of music at our Old School Dance Party at City Hall

August 16, 2024
  • 5:00pm - 9:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02203
  • Contact:
    TOURISM, SPORTS, AND ENTERTAINMENT
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2024-08-16T17:00:05 - 2024-08-16T21:00:00

Step back in time and relive the magic of old school jams at our Old School Dance Party! Get ready to dance the night away on Friday, August 16, 2024 from 5 - 9 p.m. at City Hall Plaza. DJ Bruno will be on deck to spin your favorite hits from yesteryears. Join us for a nostalgic journey through music as we come together to celebrate the timeless beats that have stood the test of time. Admission is free, and all are welcome to join in the fun!

August 16, 2024
  • 5:00pm - 9:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02203
  • Contact:
    TOURISM, SPORTS, AND ENTERTAINMENT
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2024-08-16T17:00:05 - 2024-08-16T21:00:00
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