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Bookstore pop-up featuring Boston-based authors

Join us for a Boston Bookstore Pop-up in Copley Place.

June 8, 2018
  • 9:00am
    Repeats daily, starting from June 8, 2018, 4 times
  • 100 Huntington Ave
    Boston, MA 02116
  • Contact:
    Mayor's Office of Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Back Bay
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-06-08T09:00:00

The bookstore will feature the work of Boston-based authors who focus on the work of cities, policy, and politics across a range of issues and themes. 

The bookstore, being hosted in partnership with Trident Booksellers & Cafe, will be open through the duration of the U.S. Conference of Mayors in Boston (June 8-11). You can find the pop-up past the interior walking bridge from the Marriott into Copley Place (Level One). 

In addition, the bookstore will host cultural activations and author talks, including:

  • Sunday, June 10: Karilyn Crockett, author of "People Before Highways: Boston Activists, Urban Planners, and a New Movement for City Making."
  • Sunday, June 10 - 4:30 p.m.: Mark Pasnik, author of "Heroic: Concrete Architecture and the New Boston"


The pop-up bookstore is a part of a series of public activations and celebratory events being offered as the United States Conference of Mayors (USCM) Annual Meeting is hosted in Boston.

June 8, 2018
  • 9:00am
    Repeats daily, starting from June 8, 2018, 4 times
  • 100 Huntington Ave
    Boston, MA 02116
  • Contact:
    Mayor's Office of Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Back Bay
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-06-08T09:00:00

2022 Tito Puente Latin Music Series: Latin Logic

Join us this summer in Boston Parks for live salsa music and dance.

July 14, 2022
Event Date2022-07-14T19:00:00

Created in honor of Latin music icon Tito Puente, this series celebrates 15 years of bringing live Latin music with a strong salsa influence to Boston parks. The series is sponsored in part by:

Free salsa lessons are led by MetaMovements.

Latin Logic Facebook

All Tito Puente Latin Music Series dates

July 14, 2022
Event Date2022-07-14T19:00:00

Blood drive at BCYF Hyde Park community center

Help us celebrate Hyde Park 150 by saving 150 lives!

June 6, 2018
Event Date2018-06-06T15:00:00 - 2018-06-06T20:00:00

Each donation has the potential to save three lives!  Sign up today to make sure there is blood on the shelves for patients who need it.

Make an appointment online, or call 1-800-Red-Cross (733-2767).  Save time by using RapidPass to complete your pre-donation reading and health history online before you come to your appointment. Learn more about RapidPass.

June 6, 2018
Event Date2018-06-06T15:00:00 - 2018-06-06T20:00:00

Ruggles Street reconstruction meeting

Please join your neighbors to discuss roadway and urban design improvements for Ruggles Street, between Tremont Street and Washington Street.

May 16, 2018
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • 2201 Washington Street
    Roxbury, MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Zach Wassmouth, Chief Design Engineer
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-05-16T18:00:00 - 2018-05-16T20:00:00

Ruggles Street will be redesigned this year to improve access and safety for everyone using it. The street design will support other work in the area, including the Whittier Choice Neighborhood Initiative, park design, and opportunities for new public art. 

At this meeting, the City will share initial design options with the community for review and feedback.  

May 16, 2018
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • 2201 Washington Street
    Roxbury, MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Zach Wassmouth, Chief Design Engineer
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-05-16T18:00:00 - 2018-05-16T20:00:00

Sam Sadd Tot Lot dedication ceremony

Mayor Martin J. Walsh and the Boston Parks and Recreation Department invite you to the Sam Sadd Tot Lot Dedication Ceremony. 

May 5, 2018
  • 11:30pm
  • 260 Highland Street
    Roxbury, MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Marchelle Jacques-Yarde
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
  • Downloads:
Event Date2018-05-05T23:30:00

Join Mayor Martin J. Walsh as he officially dedicates the Marcella Playground Tot Lot to the memory of Samantha "Sam" Sadd.

May 5, 2018
  • 11:30pm
  • 260 Highland Street
    Roxbury, MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Marchelle Jacques-Yarde
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
  • Downloads:
Event Date2018-05-05T23:30:00

Vote Fest

A celebration of youth voice, activism and democracy!

May 24, 2018
  • 4:00pm - 8:00pm
  • 1481 Tremont Street
    Boston, MA 02120
  • Contact:
    BCYF Youth Engagement and Employment
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    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
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-05-24T16:00:00 - 2018-05-24T20:00:00

The Mayor's Youth Council, Youth Lead the Change, Civic Engagement, and Workforce and Economic Development Committees invite local youth to Vote Fest.

The event features Youth Lead the Change voting, voter pre-registration, performances, raffles, and free food.

May 24, 2018
  • 4:00pm - 8:00pm
  • 1481 Tremont Street
    Boston, MA 02120
  • Contact:
    BCYF Youth Engagement and Employment
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    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
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-05-24T16:00:00 - 2018-05-24T20:00:00

Ball Up Boston!

Join us use for a youth and police community basketball tournament that includes raffles, food, and more.

May 12, 2018
  • 11:00am - 2:00pm
  • 1481 Tremont Street
    Boston, MA 02120
  • Contact:
    BCYF Youth Engagement and Employment
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    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
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-05-12T11:00:00 - 2018-05-12T14:00:00

The Public Health and Safety Committee for the Mayor's Youth Council invites high school youth to come by BCYF Tobin Community Center. Cheer on your classmates as they play friendly games of basketball against Boston Police officers from Dorchester, Mattapan, and Roxbury.

There will be food, raffle prizes, voting for Youth Lead the Change, and more. Support for the event is provided by Northeastern University and Youth In Crisis.

May 12, 2018
  • 11:00am - 2:00pm
  • 1481 Tremont Street
    Boston, MA 02120
  • Contact:
    BCYF Youth Engagement and Employment
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    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
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-05-12T11:00:00 - 2018-05-12T14:00:00

Young Men's Passage

My Brother’s Keeper Boston (MBK Boston)  and the Boston Public Schools join Coalition of Schools Educating Boys of Color (COSEBOC) in welcoming participants to the 12th annual Gathering of Leaders from May 29 - 31, 2018.

May 30 - May 31, 2018
  • 8:00am - 3:00pm
  • 50 Park Plaza at Arlington Street, Boston, MA 02116-3912
    Boston, MA 02116-3912
  • Contact:
    Coalition of Schools Educating Boys of Color (COSEBOC)
  • Price:
    Price
    Private event
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-05-30T08:00:00 - 2018-05-31T15:00:00

The focus of this year's Gathering is “Boys & Young Men of Color: Liberated, Empowered & Educated.” Highlights include:

  • outstanding speakers and workshop presenters
  • for leaders only session
  • walk of integrity
  • tours of high-performing schools
  • the COSEBOC Young Men's Passage, and
  • much more.
May 30 - May 31, 2018
  • 8:00am - 3:00pm
  • 50 Park Plaza at Arlington Street, Boston, MA 02116-3912
    Boston, MA 02116-3912
  • Contact:
    Coalition of Schools Educating Boys of Color (COSEBOC)
  • Price:
    Price
    Private event
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-05-30T08:00:00 - 2018-05-31T15:00:00

Art Deco in the Back Bay

This tour explores the Art Deco design found in Boston's Back Bay.

May 28, 2018
  • 10:00am - 11:30am
  • 243 Stuart Street
    Boston, MA 02116
  • Contact:
    Boston by Foot
  • Price:
    Price
    $15; members pay $5
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Downtown
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-05-28T10:00:00 - 2018-05-28T11:30:00

We'll walk through the first four blocks of the Back Bay to highlight examples of Art Deco design, from residential and commercial properties to institutional landmarks. The tour will include the second John Hancock building and New England Power. 

In the walk, we will talk about the evolving character of the Back Bay and the development of new Art Deco buildings, as well as the incorporation of Deco design into existing structures.

May 28, 2018
  • 10:00am - 11:30am
  • 243 Stuart Street
    Boston, MA 02116
  • Contact:
    Boston by Foot
  • Price:
    Price
    $15; members pay $5
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Downtown
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-05-28T10:00:00 - 2018-05-28T11:30:00

BCYF Fun Stops 2018 - Nazzaro

These free drop-in programs provide structured games, sport activities, and arts projects for up to 50 children per location.

July 9, 2018
  • 12:00pm - 5:00pm
    Repeats daily on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, starting from July 9, 2018, until August 17, 2018
  • 475 Commercial Street
    Boston, MA 02113
  • Contact:
    Joan Lanigan
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    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
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-07-09T12:00:00 - 2018-07-09T17:00:00

Fun Stops are an affordable, flexible option for parents who are looking for a summer activity for their child for a couple hours a day.

Dates: July 9 - August 17
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 12 - 5 p.m.
Ages: 8 - 14

Locations:

Some locations provide lunch. Other sites may require children to bring their own lunch. Please confirm with staff in advance.

July 9, 2018
  • 12:00pm - 5:00pm
    Repeats daily on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, starting from July 9, 2018, until August 17, 2018
  • 475 Commercial Street
    Boston, MA 02113
  • Contact:
    Joan Lanigan
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    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
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-07-09T12:00:00 - 2018-07-09T17:00:00
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