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North Beacon Street Drop-In Session

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

May 3, 2023
2023-05-03T07:30:00 - 2023-05-03T09:30:00

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 an outdoor drop-in session on North Beacon Street. We will have a table set up outside at the corner of North Beacon Street and Market Street. Drop in anytime to ask questions, view materials, and learn more about the project. Spanish interpretation will be provided. In the event of rain, we'll postpone to Wednesday, May 31, 7:30 - 9:30 a.m. (announced on the project webpage). 

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

May 3, 2023
2023-05-03T07:30:00 - 2023-05-03T09:30:00
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Winship Street Drop-in Session

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

May 10, 2023
2023-05-10T16:30:00 - 2023-05-10T18:30:00

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 an outdoor drop-in session on Winship Street. We will have a table set up outside at the corner of Winship Street and Washington Street. Drop in anytime to ask questions, view materials, and learn more about the project. In the event of rain, we'll postpone to Monday, May 15, 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. (announced on the project webpage). 

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

May 10, 2023
2023-05-10T16:30:00 - 2023-05-10T18:30:00
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Winship Street Community Walk

Walk and talk with us about pedestrian and bicycle safety improvements on Winship Street. 

April 18, 2023
  • 5:45pm - 7:15pm
  • Corner of Washington Street and Winship Street
    Boston, MA 02135
  • Contact:
    better-bike-lanes@boston.gov
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Allston
    Brighton
  • Posted:
2023-04-18T17:45:00 - 2023-04-18T19:15:00

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. This walk will focus on changes coming to Winship Street.

We will meet at the corner of Winship Street and Washington Street at 5:45 pm. We will depart at 6 pm.

Other projects in the neighborhood include:

April 18, 2023
  • 5:45pm - 7:15pm
  • Corner of Washington Street and Winship Street
    Boston, MA 02135
  • Contact:
    better-bike-lanes@boston.gov
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Allston
    Brighton
  • Posted:
2023-04-18T17:45:00 - 2023-04-18T19:15:00
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Hero Square Dedication for Paul X. Hogan

Please join us for a Hero Square Dedication for Paul X. Hogan on April 29th at 11:00 a.m.

April 29, 2023
  • 11:00am - 1:00pm
  • Intersection of Glen Road & Forest Hills Street
    Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    John Allison
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2023-04-29T11:00:00 - 2023-04-29T13:00:00

Paul Xavier Hogan was born to Marion and William Hogan on September 29,1918 in Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts. Paul attended Jamaica Plain High School and at the age of 24 Paul entered active duty in the Army Air Corps. Paul served with the 701st Bomb Squadron, 445th Bomb Group, Heavy. Paul was one of nine crew members serving onboard a B-24 Liberator Bomber which departed from England on a bombardment mission to Halle, Germany. While over the target the aircraft sustained damage from enemy aircraft fire and disappeared into an undercast. Paul was killed in action on February 27, 1945, he is buried at Lorraine American Cemetery, St Avold, France. Paul was posthumously awarded the Air Medal and the Purple Heart.

April 29, 2023
  • 11:00am - 1:00pm
  • Intersection of Glen Road & Forest Hills Street
    Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    John Allison
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2023-04-29T11:00:00 - 2023-04-29T13:00:00

Paul X Hogan

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South Street Drop-In Session

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

April 29, 2023
2023-04-29T11:00:00 - 2023-04-29T13:00:00

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. We are holding an outdoor drop-in session on South Street. We will have a table set up outside at the corner of South Street and Commonwealth Avenue. Drop in anytime to ask questions, view materials, and learn more about the project. In the event of rain, we'll postpone to Monday, May 15, 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. (announced on the project webpage). 

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

April 29, 2023
2023-04-29T11:00:00 - 2023-04-29T13:00:00
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City Nature Challenge at Roslindale Wetlands Urban Wild

Join the Urban Wilds Program and Mass Audubon staff in the City Nature Challenge, an international competition among cities to document the most wildlife. You will explore these wetlands and woodlands and work with us to identify the plants and animals that call Roslindale Wetlands Urban Wild home.

April 29, 2023
2023-04-29T13:00:00 - 2023-04-29T15:00:00

The Urban Wilds Program and Mass Audubon need your help! Come join us in “an international effort for people to find and document plants and wildlife in cities across the globe. It’s a competition where cities are in a friendly contest with each other to see who can make the most observations of nature, who can find the most species, and who can engage the most people” (www.citynaturechallenge.org). We will focus on exploring the plants and animals of this wetland and woodland. The species information we find will be helpful in guiding additional restoration efforts at this Urban Wild.

No experience or expertise necessary! Come with sturdy footwear, the iNaturalist app downloaded, and your curiosity. 

Register for free here!

The California Academy of Sciences logo is on the right and Los Angeles County logo is on the left.

April 29, 2023
2023-04-29T13:00:00 - 2023-04-29T15:00:00
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City Nature Challenge at Condor Street Urban Wild

Join the Urban Wilds Program and National Park Service staff in the City Nature Challenge, an international competition among cities to document the most wildlife. You will explore this shoreline and help us to identify shellfish, crabs, and all sorts of other animals and plants. 

April 30, 2023
2023-04-30T13:00:00 - 2023-04-30T16:00:00

The Urban Wilds Program and the National Park Service need your help! Come join us in “an international effort for people to find and document plants and wildlife in cities across the globe. It’s a competition where cities are in a friendly contest with each other to see who can make the most observations of nature, who can find the most species, and who can engage the most people”. We will focus on exploring the plants and animals of this salt marsh as well as the surrounding rocky shore and upper grassland. The species information we find will be helpful in guiding additional restoration efforts at this Urban Wild. 

Please note:
  • No online registration. You can drop in and leave at any time between 1 - 4 p.m.
  • No expertise or experience required. But, bring sturdy and waterproof shoes, and your curiosity!

The California Academy of Sciences logo is on the right and Los Angeles County logo is on the left.

We will use iNaturalist for our nature observations, so we recommend you arrive with the app downloaded. iNaturalist tutorials will happen at 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. This program will be largely self-directed and is family-friendly for ages 6 and up.

April 30, 2023
2023-04-30T13:00:00 - 2023-04-30T16:00:00
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Cycle Til You're Blue Spin Class

A Summer Fitness Series specialty class by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts.

April 27, 2023
2023-04-27T17:30:00 - 2023-04-27T18:30:00

Join the Boston Public Health Commission and the Parks and Recreation Department for a 45-minute stationary spin class! Participants will experience a fun exercise class on a stationary Bluebikes bike led by a certified fitness instructor. They will also learn how to sign out and pick up a bike, redock the bike, and use the bike to ride around the city.  Free 30-day Bluebikes memberships will be given out to those who register and show up!

Register for class here

*Due to anticipated no-shows, we will be giving out more tickets than bikes available. Bikes will be available on a first-come-first-serve basis. If more participants join than bikes, we will lead an alternate cardio class alongside the riders so everyone will receive a great workout!

April 27, 2023
2023-04-27T17:30:00 - 2023-04-27T18:30:00
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Franklin Park Community Cleanup

Join us for a volunteer community cleanup at Franklin Park in honor of One Boston Day. 

April 15, 2023
2023-04-15T10:00:00 - 2023-04-15T13:00:00

The Mayor’s Youth Council and Office of Civic Organizing invite you to join us for a day of action at Franklin Park in honor of One Boston Day. Groups will meet at the Franklin Park Playstead and work in groups to help beautify Boston’s largest greenspace.

To volunteer, sign up using the link below. 

April 15, 2023
2023-04-15T10:00:00 - 2023-04-15T13:00:00
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Civic Power Pledge Winter Pop-Up Festival

Join us in Harambee Park for a pop-up winter festival and celebrate with food, games, and giveaways!

February 24, 2023
2023-02-24T13:00:00 - 2023-02-24T17:00:00

As a part of the Civic Power Pledge, we’re encouraging kids and families to take civic action during February Break with fun and youth-oriented activities. Check out our Civic Scavenger Hunt and join us in Harambee Park at the end of the week to celebrate with food, games, and giveaways! This event is FREE and open to the public. 

February 24, 2023
2023-02-24T13:00:00 - 2023-02-24T17:00:00

Civic Scavenger Hunt

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