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84-86 Blue Hill Avenue Abutters Meeting

Change the legal occupancy from a one-family dwelling and commercial space to six residential units.

July 29, 2024
2024-07-29T18:00:06 - 2024-07-29T19:00:00

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: 835 5418 1453

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

 

July 29, 2024
2024-07-29T18:00:06 - 2024-07-29T19:00:00
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Roslindale Bus Lanes Virtual Public Meeting

Since 2018, we have added new bus lanes to Washington Street from Forest Hills to Roslindale Village, serving 10 MBTA bus routes. Join us for a virtual public meeting on Zoom to discuss the bus lanes.

July 30, 2024
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • VIRTUAL - This public meeting is happening on Zoom.
    Boston, MA
  • Contact:
    BTD Transit Team
  • send an email
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Roslindale
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
  • Posted:
  • Virtual Public Meeting Link

    This is a virtual public meeting. It will be held on Tuesday July 30th from 6-8pm. To join the Zoom meeting, click this link here.

2024-07-30T18:00:03 - 2024-07-30T20:00:00

At the public meeting, we'll:

  • Share more about the Roslindale Bus Lane Project
  • Discuss Bus Lane performance, including the impacts of COVID-19
  • Ask for your feedback on next steps and upcoming improvements

This is a virtual public meeting that will be held on Zoom. You can join the Zoom meeting at this link here.

July 30, 2024
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • VIRTUAL - This public meeting is happening on Zoom.
    Boston, MA
  • Contact:
    BTD Transit Team
  • send an email
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Roslindale
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
  • Posted:
  • Virtual Public Meeting Link

    This is a virtual public meeting. It will be held on Tuesday July 30th from 6-8pm. To join the Zoom meeting, click this link here.

2024-07-30T18:00:03 - 2024-07-30T20:00:00
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Poetry, Public Art, and the Politics of Memory

The first of three public conversations at The Embrace as part of Un-monument | De-monument | Re-monument: Transforming Boston.

July 31, 2024
2024-07-31T17:30:00 - 2024-07-31T19:30:00

Join the Mayor's Office of Arts and Culture and The Hutchins Center for African and African American Research at Harvard University for a series of free public discussions on democracy and justice. The inaugural event will take place on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. at The Embrace (139 Tremont Street, Boston, MA).

This discussion, hosted by Professor Brandon Terry and featuring Professor Joshua Bennett and Professor Imani Perry, will center around "Poetry, Public Art, and the Politics of Memory."

Poetry, especially since the great age of epic poetry, has been a profoundly important technology of communal memory and stories of peoplehood all around the globe. Our first event looks to this legacy and its present-day importance with Joshua Bennett, one of the country’s most celebrated poet-scholars, and Imani Perry, one of our nation’s most prominent public intellectuals, as they engage in a public conversation about the art and politics of memory.

Backdropped by the Embrace, Boston’s most talked-about work of public art in decades, these two extraordinary thinkers will reflect on hard questions about who and what we remember, the form and function of civic memory, and the ways that art may be able to facilitate a more inclusive and insightful practice of imagination.

Take part in the conversation as we learn about the nature of collective and civic memories and the different forms that human beings have experimented with to pass them down through generations.

This event, in collaboration with the Friends of the Public Garden, and Embrace Boston, is a part of the City of Boston's Un-monument program, a multi-year, city-wide initiative partnering with artists and local arts organizations to spark conversations about monuments through temporary public art installations, free public events, and interactive arts experiences. Learn more about the Un-monument initiative.

This event is free and open to the public, thanks to a grant from the Mellon Foundation’s Monuments Project. RSVPs are encouraged, but not required, and there is no registration limit.

Will we see you at The Embrace? Let us know!

July 31, 2024
2024-07-31T17:30:00 - 2024-07-31T19:30:00

Notice of Accommodations

English: Interpretation and translation services are available to you at no cost. If you need them, please contact us at arts@boston.gov, LCA@boston.gov or 617-635-4445, by: 7/29

Spanish - Español: Hay servicios de interpretación y traducción a su disposición sin costo alguno. Si los necesita, póngase en contacto con nosotros mandando un correo electrónico arts@boston.gov, LCA@boston.gov  o llamando a 617-635-4445, hasta esta fecha: 29/7

Haitian Creole -Kreyòl ayisyen:  Sèvis entèpretation ak tradiksyon disponib pou ou san sa pa koute w anyen. Si w bezwen yo, tanpri kontakte nou nan arts@boston.gov LCA@boston.gov  oswa 617-635-4445, ant: 29/7

Traditional Chinese - 繁體中文: 我們可以向您提供口頭翻譯和書面翻譯服務，並不向您收取費用。如您需要，請在 29 月 7 日 前與我們連絡，發電子郵件至  arts@boston.gov, LCA@boston.gov 或致電 617-635-4445。

Vietnamese - Tiếng Việt: Các dịch vụ thông dịch và biên dịch được cung cấp cho quý vị hoàn toàn miễn phí. Nếu quý vị cần những dịch vụ này, vui lòng liên lạc với chúng tôi theo địa chỉ arts@boston.gov, LCA@boston.gov  hoặc số điện thoại 617-635-4445. ngày cuối: (date day/month two weeks in advance)  

Simplified Chinese - 简体中文:  我们可以向您提供口头翻译和书面翻译服务，并不向您收取费用。如您需要，请在 29 月 7 日 前与我们联系, 发电子邮件至 arts@boston.gov,  LCA@boston.gov  或致电 617-635-4445。

Cabo Verdean Creole - kriolu:  Nu ta oferese-bu sirvisus di interpretason y traduson di grasa. Si bu meste kes sirvisu la, kontata-nu pa email arts@boston.gov, LCA@boston.gov  ó pa telefóni, pa númeru 617-635-4445. Na es data:  29/7

 Arabic - العربية

خدمات الترجمة الشفوية والترجمة التحريرية متوفرة لك دون تحملك أي تكلفة. إذا احتجت لهذه الخدمات، يرجى التواصل معنا على العنوانarts@boston.gov, أو LCA@boston.gov، أو رقم الهاتف 617-635-4445، بحلول يوم (29/7). 

Russian -Русский: Услуги устного и письменного перевода предоставляются бесплатно. Если Вам они нужны, просьба связаться с нами по адресу электронной почты arts@boston.gov,  LCA@boston.gov либо по телефону 617-635-4445. до  29/7

Portuguese - Português: Você tem à disposição serviços gratuitos de interpretação e tradução. Se precisar deles, fale conosco: arts@boston.gov, LCA@boston.gov ou 617-635-4445. Até esta data 29/7

French - Français: Les services d’interprétation et de traduction sont à votre disposition gratuitement. Si vous en avez besoin, veuillez nous contacter à arts@boston.gov, LCA@boston.gov ou au 617-635-4445, d'ici au: 29/7

Somali - Af Soomaali: Adeegyada tarjumaadda iyo fasiraada luuqadaha ayaa diyaar kuu ah adiga oo aan wax kharash ah ka bixin. Haddii aad u baahatid iyaga, fadlan nagala soo xiriir arts@boston.gov, LCA@boston.gov ama 617-635-4445, markay taariikhdu tahay:  29/7



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Columbia Road Office Hours: Grove Hall Library

Join the Boston Transportation Department at the Grove Hall Library for community office hours. We're seeking your input on the Columbia Road Transportation Action Plan!

August 20, 2024
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • GROVE HALL LIBRARY
    41 GENEVA AVE
    Boston, MA 02121
  • Contact:
    Xavier Lopez
  • send an email
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
  • Posted:
2024-08-20T10:00:51 - 2024-08-20T12:00:00

This is an opportunity to learn about the project goals for Columbia Road and get involved in shaping its future. Whether you have questions, concerns, or innovative ideas, we want to hear from you.

Your input is valuable in helping us create a safer, greener, and more enjoyable corridor. We look forward to seeing you there!

August 20, 2024
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • GROVE HALL LIBRARY
    41 GENEVA AVE
    Boston, MA 02121
  • Contact:
    Xavier Lopez
  • send an email
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
  • Posted:
2024-08-20T10:00:51 - 2024-08-20T12:00:00
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Columbia Road Office Hours: Dorchester Historical Society

Join the Boston Transportation Department at the Dorchester Historical Society for community office hours. We're seeking your input on the Columbia Road Transportation Action Plan!

August 13, 2024
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • Dorchester Historical Society
    195 Boston St
    Boston, MA 02125
  • Contact:
    Xavier Lopez
  • send an email
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
  • Posted:
2024-08-13T10:00:10 - 2024-08-13T12:00:00

This is an opportunity to learn about the project goals for Columbia Road and get involved in shaping its future. Whether you have questions, concerns, or innovative ideas, we want to hear from you.

Your input is valuable in helping us create a safer, greener, and more enjoyable corridor. We look forward to seeing you there!

August 13, 2024
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • Dorchester Historical Society
    195 Boston St
    Boston, MA 02125
  • Contact:
    Xavier Lopez
  • send an email
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
  • Posted:
2024-08-13T10:00:10 - 2024-08-13T12:00:00
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297 Newbury Street Public Meeting

New recreational retail cannabis dispensary. 

July 22, 2024
  • 6:00pm - 7:00pm
  • McKim Building Orientation Room
    700 Boylston Street
    Back Bay,
  • Contact:
    Conor Newman
  • send an email
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Back Bay
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
  • Posted:
2024-07-22T18:00:00 - 2024-07-22T19:00:00

The purpose of this meeting is to get community input and listen to the resident's positions on this proposal. This is an in-person meeting located at the McKim Building.

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

July 22, 2024
  • 6:00pm - 7:00pm
  • McKim Building Orientation Room
    700 Boylston Street
    Back Bay,
  • Contact:
    Conor Newman
  • send an email
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Back Bay
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
  • Posted:
2024-07-22T18:00:00 - 2024-07-22T19:00:00
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Bluebikes Expansion Open House

Our public bike share is coming to a street near you! We want your help in finding the best spots.

August 14, 2024
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • Virtual
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Boston Bikes
  • send an email
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Downtown
    North End
    South End
    West End
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
  • Posted:
2024-08-14T18:00:00 - 2024-08-14T20:00:00

We are adding to our public bike share system in every Boston neighborhood. In this phase we are focusing on these neighborhoods: Beacon Hill, Chinatown, Downtown, North End, South End, and the West End. 

At this virtual open house event, we will show maps and site plans of our proposed station sites. Interpretation provided in Cantonese, Cabo Verdean Creole, Haitian Creole, Mandarin, Spanish, and Vietnamese.

The content will be the same at all three open houses in this phase.

Open House - Monday, July 22

  • 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
  • Civic Pavilion, 5 Congress St, 02203

Open House - Tuesday, July 30

  • 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
  • Copley Library, Commonwealth Salon, 700 Boylston St, 02116

Open House (Virtual) - Wednesday, August 14

  • 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
  • Register at: bit.ly/expansion-august
  • Interpretation provided in Cantonese, Cabo Verdean Creole, Haitian Creole, Mandarin, Spanish, and Vietnamese.

 

August 14, 2024
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • Virtual
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Boston Bikes
  • send an email
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Downtown
    North End
    South End
    West End
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
  • Posted:
2024-08-14T18:00:00 - 2024-08-14T20:00:00
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Columbia Road Office Hours: Upham's Corner

Join the Boston Transportation Department at the Upham's Corner Library for community office hours. We're seeking your input on the Columbia Road Transportation Action Plan!

August 6, 2024
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • UPHAM’S CORNER LIBRARY
    500 COLUMBIA RD
    BOSTON, MA 02125
  • Contact:
    Xavier Lopez
  • send an email
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
  • Posted:
2024-08-06T10:00:04 - 2024-08-06T12:00:00

This is an opportunity to learn about the project goals for Columbia Road and get involved in shaping its future. Whether you have questions, concerns, or innovative ideas, we want to hear from you.

Your input is valuable in helping us create a safer, greener, and more enjoyable corridor. We look forward to seeing you there!

August 6, 2024
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • UPHAM’S CORNER LIBRARY
    500 COLUMBIA RD
    BOSTON, MA 02125
  • Contact:
    Xavier Lopez
  • send an email
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
  • Posted:
2024-08-06T10:00:04 - 2024-08-06T12:00:00
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Streets Cabinet Virtual Office Hours

Talk with us about upcoming projects!

August 22, 2024
  • 9:30am - 12:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Better Bike Lanes
  • send an email
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Downtown
    South End
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Other
  • Posted:
2024-08-22T09:30:00 - 2024-08-22T12:00:00

This fall, we are repaving streets, improving safety for all users, upgrading accessibility, and creating low-stress bicycle connections. 

In this virtual office hours session, we want to hear your feedback about these specific projects:

Schedule a 15-minute phone call or video chat to talk to the project team. Can't make this time? See our other upcoming virtual office hours.

SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT

August 22, 2024
  • 9:30am - 12:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Better Bike Lanes
  • send an email
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Downtown
    South End
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Other
  • Posted:
2024-08-22T09:30:00 - 2024-08-22T12:00:00
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Streets Cabinet Virtual Office Hours

Talk with us about upcoming projects!

 

August 13, 2024
  • 1:00pm - 4:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Better Bike Lanes
  • send an email
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Downtown
    South End
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Other
  • Posted:
2024-08-13T13:00:00 - 2024-08-13T16:00:00

This fall, we are repaving streets, improving safety for all users, upgrading accessibility, and creating low-stress bicycle connections. 

In this virtual office hours session, we want to hear your feedback about these specific projects:

Schedule a 15-minute phone call or video chat to talk to the project team. Can't make this time? See our other upcoming virtual office hours.

SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT

August 13, 2024
  • 1:00pm - 4:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Better Bike Lanes
  • send an email
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Downtown
    South End
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Other
  • Posted:
2024-08-13T13:00:00 - 2024-08-13T16:00:00
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