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Jun 29

BCYF’s Girls Nights start July 12

Boston girls are invited to sign up for these free, fun, girls-only events!

Jun 29

BCYF Fun Stops return for the summer

BCYF Fun Stops offer free, daily drop-in activities at five locations.

Jun 28

Year one: milestones and progress

Just over a year ago, Mayor Walsh launched the Boston Creates Cultural plan, a ten-year plan to strengthen cultural vitality in Boston and weave arts and culture into the fabric of everyday life...

Jun 28

City of Boston kicks-off 36th annual Harborfest

The opening ceremony will be held at Faneuil Hall Marketplace.

Jun 27

Marking the one-year milestone of Boston Creates

Key accomplishes include the launch of the Percent for Art Program and a renewed focus on local artists.

Jun 27

Boston Public Library’s Concerts in the Courtyard Summer Series continues in July

Lunchtime and evening concerts will fill the Central Library’s courtyard this summer.

Jun 27

Boston Public Library holding July Author Talks, literary events

The free events feature bestselling authors Matthew Quick, Ashley and JaQuavis, and local writers.

Jun 26

2017 'Open Newbury Street' series to take place again this summer

Newbury Street will be pedestrian-only from Arlington Street to Massachusetts Avenue on July 23, August 13, and September 10.

Jun 26

Boston by Hubway public bike ride event to take place on June 28

The Transportation Department is sponsoring a bike ride — free of charge — to teach people how to use Hubway bike share system.

Jun 26

Mayor Walsh guides mayors through Boston's response to opioid crisis

Mayor Walsh presented the "Actions to Address Substance Use Disorders in America's Cities" toolkit to mayors and policymakers.

Jun 26

On this day in 1721, Dr. Zabdiel Boylston inoculates his son against smallpox

On June 26, after smallpox broke out in Boston, Dr. Zabdiel Boylston inoculated his 13-year-old son with the controversial smallpox vaccine.

Jun 23

Demolition Delay application: 35-37 Haverford Street

The application is to demolish a two-family residence at 35-37 Haverford Street in Jamaica Plain.

Jun 23

Mayor Walsh attends U.S. Conference of Mayors 85th annual meeting in Miami

More than 250 mayors from across the country will attend the four-day event.

Jun 22

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Dorothy Curran Wednesday Night Concerts return July 12

The Dorothy Curran Wednesday Night Concert Series returns to City Hall Plaza from July 12 through August 30.

Jun 22

Boston launches new partnership with Becoming a Man program

The program serves young men of color by providing school-based group counseling and mentoring services.

Jun 22

Traffic Advisory for Saturday and Sunday, June 24 and 25, 2017

Avon Walk for Breast Cancer and the Boston Athletic Association 10K will impact traffic and parking

Jun 21

2024 Tito Puente Latin Music Series

The six-concert Tito Puente Latin Music Series returns to Boston parks on in July and August. Performers include Berklee College of Music faculty, students, alumni, and world-renowned artists.

Jun 21

Enjoy outdoor music with ParkARTS neighborhood concerts beginning July 10

The Boston Parks and Recreation Department is proud to announce the 2017 ParkARTS Citywide Neighborhood Concert Series made possible by Berklee College of Music, The Friends of Ramler Park, and the...

Jun 21

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New exhibit in honor of Immigrant Heritage Month opens at City Hall

The photo exhibit, "The Faces of Syrian Refugees," is located in the third floor lobby of City Hall.

Jun 20

New Small Business Center launched in Mattapan

The center is designed to serve as a one-stop neighborhood resource for small business owners and entrepreneurs.

Jun 20

City celebrates reopening of Children's Park in Roxbury

The celebration marks the completion of a comprehensive $1.1 million renovation of the entire playground.

Jun 20

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Major renovation of Eliot Upper School announced

The project will bring a 21st century learning space to the expansion of the North End School.

Jun 19

Demolition Delay application: 60 Charme Avenue

The application is to demolish a two-family residence at 60 Charme Avenue in Roslindale.

Jun 19

Dozens of agencies join forces for Sail Boston security

Thousands of visitors hit Sail Boston this weekend for the chance to welcome the Tall Ships back to the City.

Jun 19

Mayor Walsh resubmits FY18 budget

Data-driven investments are aimed at creating a thriving, healthy and innovative City.

Jun 19

Major investment in Boston's talent pipeline announced

Nearly $11 million will prepare more than 3,000 residents to fill growth industries' talent gaps.

Jun 19

Notes from the Archives: Juneteenth

On this day, in 1865, Union General Gordon Granger read General Order No. 3 to the inhabitants of Galveston, Texas, signaling the end of slavery in the United States of America.