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Coffee Hour, Roxbury

The 18th Annual Neighborhood Coffee Hour Series takes place in local parks citywide from April 24 to July 20.

July 11, 2017
Event Date2017-07-11T09:30:00 - 2017-07-11T10:30:00

The Neighborhood Coffee Hours give residents a unique opportunity to speak directly with Mayor Walsh about open space and other needs in their neighborhoods.

For more information and updates on possible weather cancelations, please contact the Parks and Recreation Department at 617-635-4505. There's also a full schedule of Mayor Walsh's 2017 Neighborhood Coffee Hours.

Full Coffee Hour schedule

July 11, 2017
Event Date2017-07-11T09:30:00 - 2017-07-11T10:30:00

Coffee Hour, Four Corners

The 18th Annual Neighborhood Coffee Hour Series takes place in local parks citywide from April 24 to July 20.

July 13, 2017
Event Date2017-07-13T09:30:00 - 2017-07-13T10:30:00

The Neighborhood Coffee Hours give residents a unique opportunity to speak directly with Mayor Walsh about open space and other needs in their neighborhoods.

For more information and updates on possible weather cancelations, please contact the Parks and Recreation Department at 617-635-4505. There's also a full schedule of Mayor Walsh's 2017 Neighborhood Coffee Hours.

Full Coffee Hour schedule

July 13, 2017
Event Date2017-07-13T09:30:00 - 2017-07-13T10:30:00

Ashmont Hill Yard Sale: rescheduled to June 2

Reuse & recycle while enjoying a lovely historic neighborhood. 9AM to 2PM.

June 2, 2018
Event Date2018-06-02T09:00:00 - 2018-06-02T14:00:00

Gigantic annual yard sale - 40 plus locations, easily walkable.
Get there - MBTA:  Red Line to Ashmont Station, exit towards Peabody Sq, left up Ashmont St to Alban St, Biking: Talbot Ave to Welles Ave and Ocean St, Driving: Park on Welles Ave and walk in, large crowds may make it tough to drive through the neighborhood.

 

June 2, 2018
Event Date2018-06-02T09:00:00 - 2018-06-02T14:00:00

Ancient Fishweir Project installation

The 14th annual Fishweir installation on Boston Common takes place during May and June.

May 6, 2017
Event Date2017-05-06T10:00:00

The Ancient Fishweir Project on Boston Common will be installed by students from Boston's Josiah Quincy School.
On June 5, school groups attending Making History Day will participate on-site in dance and music performances by the Wampanoag Nation Singers and Dancers.
Event sponsored by the Friends of the Public Garden.

May 6, 2017
Event Date2017-05-06T10:00:00

Lilac Sunday

This Mother's Day, enjoy the Arnold Arboretum's impressive collection of 369 lilac plants.

May 12, 2019
Event Date2019-05-12T10:00:00 - 2019-05-12T15:00:00

Of the thousands of flowering plants in the Arboretum, only one, the lilac, is singled out each year for a daylong celebration. Mainly located on the edge of Bussey Hill Road in the heart of the landscape, the lilac collection at the Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University is among the premier collections of these plants in North America. Lilac Sunday has been celebrated at the Arnold Arboretum since 1908.

Tours of the lilacs and family activities are available from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., but the Arboretum is open as usual from dawn to dusk.  Learn more about picnicking rules, tours, parking options, and accessibility on the Arboretum's event website.

May 12, 2019
Event Date2019-05-12T10:00:00 - 2019-05-12T15:00:00

Infrastructure Day 2017 - POSTPONED

*POSTPONED - new date TBD*

May 13, 2017
Event Date2017-05-13T10:00:00 - 2017-05-13T17:00:00

This year, the celebration revolves around the infrastructure in the Fort Point Channel of the Seaport District. You can learn more about the event on the Celebrate Infrastructure website.

This event has been postponed. The new date is TBD. For any questions please contact the Boston Society of Civil Engineers.
May 13, 2017
Event Date2017-05-13T10:00:00 - 2017-05-13T17:00:00

Greenovate Boston Awards Party

Join us and Mayor Walsh as we celebrate Earth Day and Boston's climate action leaders!

April 19, 2017
Event Date2017-04-19T17:30:00 - 2017-04-19T20:00:00

On Wednesday, April 19, we will announce this year's Greenovate Award winners. Throughout the evening you will have the opportunity to connect with neighbors and colleagues who make Boston a greener city.

The Greenovate community plays an important role in reaching Boston's climate action goals. The awards ceremony is an opportunity to celebrate our community's efforts, and to connect with each other. 

We have received more than 100 nominations and over 1,900 votes from you! Don't miss your chance to see who the winner are. 

April 19, 2017
Event Date2017-04-19T17:30:00 - 2017-04-19T20:00:00

Historic Window Restoration Talk

Learn about historic window restoration.

May 1, 2017
  • 12:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Plaza, Boston 02201
    Piemonte Room, Fifth Floor
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Joseph Cornish, Director of Design Review
  • send an email
  • 617-635-3850
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Environment and green living
    Learning and lectures
    Preservation Month
  • Published Date
Event Date2017-05-01T12:00:00

We're holding a Brown Bag lunchtime talk by Alison Hardy, of Window Woman of New England, Inc. on the hows and whys of historic window restoration.
Location: Boston City Hall

May 1, 2017
  • 12:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Plaza, Boston 02201
    Piemonte Room, Fifth Floor
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Joseph Cornish, Director of Design Review
  • send an email
  • 617-635-3850
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Environment and green living
    Learning and lectures
    Preservation Month
  • Published Date
Event Date2017-05-01T12:00:00

Renew Boston energy efficiency workshop: West Roxbury

Take control of your energy bills and save money at no-cost! Come to a valuable presentation courtesy of Renew Boston.

June 10, 2017
Event Date2017-06-10T10:00:00 - 2017-06-10T12:00:00

All Boston renters, homeowners, and landlords of one- to four-unit buildings are welcome at this event. Learn about how Mayor Walsh's Renew Boston program and state-funded Mass Save have teamed up to save Boston residents money by lowering energy bills.

Topics include:

1. How to sign up for a home energy visit where residents receive the following AT NO-COST:

  • Replacement of all light bulbs to efficient LED bulbs
  • Installation of a programmable thermostat
  • "Smart" energy saving power strips
  • Low-flow shower head and faucet aerators 
  • Custom energy report with tips on how to lower energy bills even further

The no-cost measures listed above will slash your monthly utility bills.

2. 75-90% off insulation projects that will help your home retain its temperature in winter and summer.

3. Generous rebates to upgrade to efficient heating system, hot water equipment, and appliances.

4. Opportunity to apply for 0% interest HEAT loan to complete above upgrade and other projects involving wiring upgrades and asbestos removal.

June 10, 2017
Event Date2017-06-10T10:00:00 - 2017-06-10T12:00:00

Energy Star Portfolio Manager Training

Join the City of Boston and the USGBC Massachusetts Chapter for a training session on how to use Energy Star Portfolio Manager and comply with BERDO.

April 11, 2017
Event Date2017-04-11T12:00:00 - 2017-04-11T13:30:00

In 2017, the Building Energy Reporting and Disclosure Ordinance (BERDO) requires the following buildings to report their annual energy and water usage for January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016:

  • Nonresidential buildings that are 35,000 square feet or larger.
  • Residential buildings that are 35,000 square feet or larger, or have 35 or more units.
  • Any parcel with multiple buildings that sum to 100,000 square feet or 100 units.

The Ordinance also requires these buildings to complete an energy assessment or an energy action every five years.

April 11, 2017
Event Date2017-04-11T12:00:00 - 2017-04-11T13:30:00

Event schedule

In the first half of the session, we will go over ordinance basics, compliance requirements, and steps to comply. The second half of the training will go into further detail on utility data aggregation and how to use Portfolio Manager, the free software used for energy benchmarking.

Part I (30 mins): Overview of Boston Energy Benchmarking Ordinance:

  1. Provide Ordinance Overview
  2. Identify Covered Properties and Review the Notification Process
  3. Review Compliance Timeline and Requirements
  4. Explain Benchmarking Roles and Discuss the Compliance Steps
  5. Q&A

Part II (45 mins): Step-by-Step Ordinance Compliance Requirements:

  1. How to Set up ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager Account
  2. How to Request Whole Building Energy Use Information from Utilities
  3. How to Meet Energy Data Verification Requirements
  4. How to Report Building Data to the City of Chicago
  5. Review Additional Support and Resources
  6. Q&A

Presenters: Volunteer members of the USGBC-Massachusetts staff and the City of Boston.

Participants: Building owners, managers, operators, service providers, and other stakeholders in the real estate and energy sectors.

Registration: FREE! Lunch will not be provided. Please feel free to bring your own lunch, but tables may not be available.

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