Indigenous peoples, histories, stories, and culture have been erased from the City of Boston and Massachusetts. You rarely see the mention of our peoples across the City and if you do, it’s rarely from an Indigenous perspective. Due to the history of erasure in Massachusetts, you don’t see many events or convenings centering Indigenous knowledge. Our history in this city and state needs to reckon with that exclusion and erasure.

In partnership with the North American Indian Center of Boston and Northeastern University, we are hosting our second annual Indigenous symposium. These annual events will be led by Indigenous peoples, centering and platforming Indigenous knowledge. This year we’d like to focus on land and the work that Indigenous communities are doing to protect land and restore land. This will be a one day event, two panel discussions, and exhibition of art.

Proposed Schedule:

Panel Discussion

• Land Back + Conservation + Environmental Justice
• Cultural Preservation

Artist show + Artist Share Out

Our symposium is sponsored by: City of Boston, City of Boston Equity and Inclusion, North American Indian Center of Boston, and Mills College at Northeastern.

Accessibility, Health and Safety:

• Our online event will include automated captions.

This year’s conference theme is Rooted in Wellness, Growing in Community, emphasizing the importance of self-care as the foundation for our girls’ mental health and well-being. Too often, our girls are told they must push through and remain resilient, even at the expense of their well-being. Through this event, we are flipping that narrative—we want our girls to prioritize their mental health and embrace self-care unapologetically. When our girls take the time to care for themselves, they not only thrive individually but also strengthen their communities.

Tickets for this year’s Annual Conference are sold out. We invite you to join the waitlist for your girl.

Join The Mayor's Office of Women's Advancement and Equity and Inclusion Cabinet to celebrate 40 nominated EXTRAOrdinary Women (Event Description Video) at Hibernian Hall in Roxbury.

Doors open at 3:00 p.m. | Program starts at 3:30 p.m.

This event is by invitation only.

Please email bostonwomen@boston.gov if you need ADA seating or other accommodations.

ASL interpreters will be present.

Dress Code: Cocktail/Business Attire

R.S.V.P. here

“Lift Every Voice” Is collaboration of various city agencies, cabinets and the IATSE union to provide the community with an intergenerational Black History Month celebration through music, dance and spoken word, while recognizing the importance of labor in the Black experience.

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On Feb. 14, Boston youths, ages 17 and under, can "skate with friends and families" from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Chez Vous Skating Rink in Dorchester.

Join us for a compelling conversation on "The Power of Labor, Leadership, and Legacy", where a dynamic panel of Black women leaders from diverse fields—including education, business, and activism—will share their experiences, insights, and the impact of their work in the labor movement.

This discussion will explore:

✅ The historical and contemporary roles of Black women in labor movements

✅ Overcoming systemic barriers in leadership and labor advocacy

✅ The power of mentorship and uplifting the next generation of leaders

✅ The role of community in creating lasting change

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*space is limited*

Join us as we kick off Black History Month with a special flag-raising ceremony and program honoring the rich legacy of Black contributions to our city and nation. Black History Month was first established by Dr. Carter G. Woodson in 1926 as Negro History Week and has since grown into a month-long celebration recognized across the U.S., Canada, and the U.K.

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The East Boston Latin Music and Dance Festival will take place on September 21 at East Boston Memorial Park!

This event brings together local musicians, dancers, and businesses to highlight the strength of our community and celebrate the beauty of Latin American cultures. Join us for a joyful day of community celebration featuring Latin American music and dance, delicious food, kids’ activities, local arts and crafts vendors, and more!

State Senator Lydia Edwards presents the 3rd East Boston Latin Music and Dance Festival “Sonidos de la Gente”, in partnership with ZUMIX, VROCC, East Boston Main Streets, and the City of Boston. This is a community effort to provide a free concert where families and friends can enjoy a summer afternoon full of music, dancing, and Latin American food!

Join the Boston Red Sox for Hispanic Celebration, presented by Goya, on Friday, September 20. Ticket holders who purchase via this special offer will receive a Medias Rojas replica jersey. The jersey will be available in adult sizes S-XL, with preferred size distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.

For questions or groups of 15 or more, please contact the Red Sox Ticket Office at ticketoffice@redsox.com.

Acompáñanos a la Celebración Hispana presentada por Goya, el viernes 20 de septiembre. Los usuarios que compren entradas a través de esta oferta especial recibirán una camiseta réplica de los Medias Rojas. La camiseta estará disponible en las tallas S-XL, distribuyéndose la talla preferida por orden de llegada.

Para preguntas o grupos de 15 o más personas, por favor contacte con la Oficina de Entradas de los Red Sox en ticketoffice@redsox.com.

Celebrate Latinx Heritage Month at Fiesta en la Plaza! Enjoy performances by award-winning Puerto Rican saxophonist Edmar Colón and pianist Alain Mallet, the charming Fabiola Méndez Trio, the dynamic Meta Movements dance group, and the versatile Colombian artist Manuela Sánchez Goubert and her band. Let’s celebrate Latin talent!

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