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Jah Night: Marcus Garvey Birthday Celebration

Part of the Community Canvas Series presented by the Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion bringing community events to Nubian Square this July, August, and September.

August 17, 2024
2024-08-17T16:00:00 - 2024-08-17T20:00:00

Savor mouthwatering free tastings of Jamaican cuisine from Chef Demos by Haley House Chefs, and enjoy jewelry making, story telling, and live band!


Jah Night: Marcus Garvey Birthday Celebration

Parte de la Serie Lienzo Comunitario presentada por la Oficina de Inclusión y Oportunidades Económicas, que traerá eventos comunitarios a Nubian Square en julio, agosto y septiembre.

Saboree las deliciosas degustaciones gratuitas de cocina de Jamaica a cargo de Chef Demos de Haley House Chefs, y disfrute de la elaboración de joyas, los narradores de cuentos y la banda en vivo.


Nwit Jah: Selebrasyon Anivèsè Marcus Garvey

Yon pati nan Seri Twal Kominotè prezante pa Biwo Opòtinite Ekonomik ak Enklizyon, pote evènman kominotè yo nan Nubian Square sa a Jiyè, Out, ak Septanm.

Goute manje koupe dwèt gratis nan kwizin Jamayiken soti nan Chef Demos pa Haley House, epi pwofite fè bijou, rakonte istwa, ak gwoup an dirèk!

August 17, 2024
2024-08-17T16:00:00 - 2024-08-17T20:00:00
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Youth Day

Part of the Community Canvas Series presented by the Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion bringing community events to Nubian Square this July, August, and September.

July 13, 2024
2024-07-13T12:00:00 - 2024-07-13T16:00:00

Youth Day will showcase performances by young talents, feature food from various food vendors, and include an entertaining performance. 


DÍA DE LA JUVENTUD

Parte de la Serie Lienzo Comunitario presentada por la Oficina de Inclusión y Oportunidades Económicas, que traerá eventos comunitarios a Nubian Square en julio, agosto y septiembre.

El Día de la Juventud contará con actuaciones de jóvenes talentosos, comida de varios vendedores y una actuación entretenida.


JOUNEN JÈN

Yon pati nan Seri Twal Kominotè prezante pa Biwo Opòtinite Ekonomik ak Enklizyon, pote evènman kominotè yo nan Nubian Square sa a Jiyè, Out, ak Septanm.

Jounen Jèn yo montre pèfòmans jèn talan, ansanm ak machann manje ak yon pèfòmans amizan.

July 13, 2024
2024-07-13T12:00:00 - 2024-07-13T16:00:00
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AfroBeats. AfroEats.

Part of the Community Canvas Series presented by the Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion bringing community events to Mattapan Square this July, August, and September.

July 6, 2024
2024-07-06T16:00:00 - 2024-07-06T20:00:00

Enjoy an afternoon filled with the vibrant AfroBeat rhythms spun by DJ Ohh, savor delicious African cuisine, and experience lively entertainment. Froca Fitness will lead the audience in an intense workout accompanied by African Rhythms. This event is a fantastic opportunity to connect with the community and celebrate African culture. Don't miss out on the fun and festivities!


AFROBEATS. AFROEATS.

Parte de la  Serie Lienzo Comunitario presentada por la Oficina de Inclusión y Oportunidades Económicas, que traerá eventos comunitarios a Nubian Square en julio, agosto y septiembre.

Disfrute de una velada llena de música afro amenizada por el DJ Ohh, cocina africana y un animado espectáculo. Froca Fitness guiará al público en un intenso entrenamiento acompañado de African Rhythms. Este evento es una oportunidad fantástica para conectarse con la comunidad y celebrar la cultura africana. ¡No te pierdas la diversión y las festividades!


AFROBEATS. AFROEATS.

Yon pati nan Seri Twal Kominotè prezante pa Biwo Opòtinite Ekonomik ak Enklizyon, pote evènman kominotè yo nan Nubian Square sa a Jiyè, Out, ak Septanm.

Pwofite de yon sware ki genyen anpil mizik Afro spun pa DJ Ohh, cuisine Afriken, epi fè eksperyans amizman an dirèk. Froca Fitness pral dirije odyans lan nan yon antrennman entans akonpaye pa ritm Afriken. Evènman sa a se yon opòtinite kokenn pou konekte ak kominote a epi selebre kilti Afriken an. Pa rate plezi ak fèstivite yo!

July 6, 2024
2024-07-06T16:00:00 - 2024-07-06T20:00:00
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Summertime in the Square

Part of the Community Canvas Series presented by the Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion, bringing community events to Nubian Square this July, August, and September.

July 6, 2024
2024-07-06T12:00:00 - 2024-07-06T16:00:00

Join us for Summertime in the Square featuring a diverse array of food options with plates ranging from $5 to $15 from various vendors. Experience chef demos by local chefs, and enjoy a variety of flavors from food trucks such as Suya Joint, BBQ vendor. The event will also feature a DJ.


Verano en la plaza

Parte de la Serie Lienzo Comunitario presentada por la Oficina de Inclusión y Oportunidades Económicas, que traerá eventos comunitarios a Nubian Square en julio, agosto y septiembre.

Verano en la plaza presenta una gran variedad de opciones de alimentos con platos que oscilan entre $5 y $15 de varios expendedores entre los que se encuentran Suya Joint y BBG vendor. El evento también contará con un DJ.


ete nan kare a

Yon pati nan Seri Twal Kominotè prezante pa Biwo Opòtinite Ekonomik ak Enklizyon, pote evènman kominotè yo nan Nubian Square sa a Jiyè, Out, ak Septanm.

Ete nan kara a la prezante yon seri opsyon manje ak asyèt ki sòti nan $5 rive $15 nan men plizyè machann. Eksperyans demo chef pa chèf lokal yo, epi jwi yon varyete de gou nan kamyon manje tankou Suya Joint ak vandè barbeque. Evènman an pral prezante tou yon DJ.

 

July 6, 2024
2024-07-06T12:00:00 - 2024-07-06T16:00:00
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Fruit Tree Pruning Workshop

Join the Boston Urban Wilds Program, Tree Eastie, and Eastie Farm for a fruit tree pruning workshop!

March 30, 2024
2024-03-30T14:30:00 - 2024-03-30T16:30:00

Earl Rivers (MA Certified Arborist / International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist) of Lynch Landscape & Tree Service, Inc., along with Urban Wilds Program staff, will lead a fruit tree pruning workshop at the Rockies Urban Wild in East Boston.  We will have pruning supplies on hand, but please feel free to bring your own if you have them!  No pruning experience necessary. 

Please register here. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

March 30, 2024
2024-03-30T14:30:00 - 2024-03-30T16:30:00
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Urban Agriculture Community Engagement Event: Roxbury

Celebrate community and shape the vision for growing and raising food in Boston. Make art, move to music, build community, and share your ideas. 

September 30, 2023
2023-09-30T11:00:00 - 2023-09-30T14:00:00

GrowBoston, the City of Boston's Office of Urban Agriculture wants to hear your ideas about growing food in Roxbury. 

In an effort to develop the City of Boston’s urban agriculture strategy, GrowBoston is hosting four community engagement events. These events are taking place in neighborhoods with high rates of food insecurity and other social vulnerabilities: Roxbury, Dorchester, Mattapan, and East Boston. We want to hear each neighborhood's urban agriculture priorities!

September 30, 2023
2023-09-30T11:00:00 - 2023-09-30T14:00:00
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Urban Agriculture Community Engagement Event: Mattapan

Celebrate community and shape the vision for growing and raising food in Boston. Make art, move to music, build community, and share your ideas. 

September 23, 2023
2023-09-23T10:00:00 - 2023-09-23T13:00:00

GrowBoston, the City of Boston's Office of Urban Agriculture wants to hear your ideas about growing food in Mattapan. 

In an effort to develop the City of Boston’s urban agriculture strategy, GrowBoston is hosting four community engagement events. These events are taking place in neighborhoods with high rates of food insecurity and other social vulnerabilities: Roxbury, Dorchester, Mattapan, and East Boston. We want to hear each neighborhood's urban agriculture priorities!

September 23, 2023
2023-09-23T10:00:00 - 2023-09-23T13:00:00
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East Boston Farmers Market Pop-up Cooking Demo

To celebrate National Farmers Market Week, the East Boston Farmers Market is hosting a celebration!

August 9, 2023
  • 3:00pm - 6:30pm
  • 200 Border St
    Central Square Park (across from Liberty Shopping Center)
    Boston, MA
  • Contact:
    Andrea Catania
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    East Boston
  • Posted:
  • Chef Mónica Leitner-Laserna

    A person holding a bunch of vegetables</p>
<p>Description automatically generated Mónica Leitner-Laserna is a bilingual educator, herbalist, chef and business owner of Colombian and Jewish heritage, who for the past several years has been committed to promoting social justice through teaching about the relationship between diet and disease and how to use food as medicine. 

    She holds a master’s degree in bilingual education from Columbia University and has also studied herbalism, yoga and meditation, all of which have greatly influenced her mission of spreading holistic health and wellness.

    She co-founded Eastie Farm in 2015 and loves bringing people to the farm to learn about their work, the importance of local food and environmental justice. She currently is a worker-owner for the Radical Roots Education Consulting Cooperative.

2023-08-09T15:00:00 - 2023-08-09T18:30:00

In partnership with the East Boston Neighborhood Health Center, Eastie Farm, and the Mayor's Office of New Urban Mechanics, Chef Monica Leitner-Laserna will be conducting a free, pop-up cooking demonstration called “The Secret’s in the Sauce”. Her hourly demos will teach folks how to make a few simple but flavorful sauces that highlight locally grown produce from the farmers market.

This family friendly event will feature all the typical farmers market offerings as well as activities and prizes for kids, information about food access programs, and presentations from local officials.

August 9, 2023
  • 3:00pm - 6:30pm
  • 200 Border St
    Central Square Park (across from Liberty Shopping Center)
    Boston, MA
  • Contact:
    Andrea Catania
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    East Boston
  • Posted:
  • Chef Mónica Leitner-Laserna

    A person holding a bunch of vegetables</p>
<p>Description automatically generated Mónica Leitner-Laserna is a bilingual educator, herbalist, chef and business owner of Colombian and Jewish heritage, who for the past several years has been committed to promoting social justice through teaching about the relationship between diet and disease and how to use food as medicine. 

    She holds a master’s degree in bilingual education from Columbia University and has also studied herbalism, yoga and meditation, all of which have greatly influenced her mission of spreading holistic health and wellness.

    She co-founded Eastie Farm in 2015 and loves bringing people to the farm to learn about their work, the importance of local food and environmental justice. She currently is a worker-owner for the Radical Roots Education Consulting Cooperative.

2023-08-09T15:00:00 - 2023-08-09T18:30:00
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GLD FSTVL

GLD FSTVL is the ultimate festival where music, art, and good vibes collide in an unforgettable in-person celebration of the 50th anniversary of Hip Hop music and culture!

August 12, 2023
2023-08-12T12:00:00 - 2023-08-12T22:00:00

Presented by the Mayor's Office of Arts and Culture and Boston-based Hip Hop crew STL GLD, join us at City Hall Plaza for an unforgettable day of music, food, and culture. This day-long event will bring together the Boston community highlighting the rich history of Hip Hop music and culture.

EarthGang and Dead Prez will headline GLD FSTVL, and the day-long event will also feature local performances by STL GLD, Billy Dean Thomas, Van Buren Records, The Hip Hop Transformation, Latrell James, Kei, and Oompa, as well as local DJs, food trucks, and retail vendors.

With a vibrant atmosphere and amazing performances, GLD FSTVL promises to be an epic celebration of music and community.

Graphic with text “GLD FSTVL - EARTHGANG, DEAD PREZ, STL GLD, OOMPA, Van Buren Records, Latrell James, Billy Dean Thomas, KEI, THHT, DJ E DUBBLE, DJ WHY SHAM, DJ SLIPWAX, DJ BOBBY BANGERS, 08.12.2023, City Hall Plaza”

City of Boston, Arts and Culture, WBUR, and WERS logos

 

August 12, 2023
2023-08-12T12:00:00 - 2023-08-12T22:00:00

Schedule

Time Stage Artist
12 p.m. DJ Stage DJ Bobby Bangers
12:30 p.m. Main Stage Welcome with host Mr. P.S.A.
12:40 p.m. Main Stage The Hip Hop Transformation
1 p.m. Main Stage Donald Grunge
1:20 p.m. Main Stage kei
1:50 p.m. DJ Stage DJ Bobby Bangers
2:15 p.m. Main Stage Van Buren Records
2:45 p.m. DJ Stage DJ Why Sham
3:20 p.m. Main Stage Stiggity Stackz
3:35 p.m. Main Stage Billy Dean Thomas
4:05 p.m. DJ Stage DJ Why Sham
4:20 p.m. Main Stage Latrell James
4:50 p.m. DJ Stage DJ Slipwax
5:25 p.m. Main Stage Dead Prez
6 p.m. DJ Stage DJ Slipwax
6:20 p.m. Main Stage Oompa
6:50 p.m. DJ Stage DJ E Dubble
7:25 p.m. Main Stage STL GLD
8:25 p.m. DJ Stage DJ E Dubble
8:50 p.m. Main Stage EarthGang
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Culture Nights

A series of events and concerts : a movement promoting expressive music and art for social change.

July 28, 2023
  • 6:00pm - 9:00pm
  • 88 Seaport Boulevard
    BOSTON, MA 02210
  • Contact:
    Susan McCollin
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Citywide
    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
  • Posted:
2023-07-28T18:00:00 - 2023-07-28T21:00:00

The series honors artistic voice, freedom, and the gateway to truth and experimentation in the pursuit of justice. Culture Nights is a cultural programming initiative by The Artist Initiative for Revolution (AIR) in partnership with the City of Boston Mayor's Office of Equity and Inclusion Cabinet: Racial Justice.

culture nights - 7.28

July 28, 2023
  • 6:00pm - 9:00pm
  • 88 Seaport Boulevard
    BOSTON, MA 02210
  • Contact:
    Susan McCollin
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Citywide
    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
  • Posted:
2023-07-28T18:00:00 - 2023-07-28T21:00:00
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