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Free symphony concert commemorates Duke Ellington on Friday, Nov. 8, 7 p.m.

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Green New Dance Party

Join us for a fun, family-friendly celebration uplifting the work of a variety of organizations focused on creating the sustainable Boston we want to see. Enjoy music and dancing, Nigerian food, and hands-on activities. Learn how to get involved in local efforts around sustainable food, composting, biking, green energy, and more. Meet composting worms, contribute […]

Virtual Book Talk: The Love Songs of W. E. B. Du Bois

Honorée Fanonne Jeffers in conversation with Sarah Burnes Registration is requested VIRTUAL TICKETS | Members and VESP holders free and Visitors $5 LOCATION | Zoom The 2020 National Book Award–nominated poet makes her fiction debut with this magisterial epic—an intimate yet sweeping novel that chronicles the journey of one American family, from the centuries of the colonial […]

Info Sessions: Next Steps for Boston Dance Grant

Attention all dance and circus artists, the Next Steps for Boston Dance grant is back – and better! Attend an info session to learn more about the program and to learn helpful tips to help you with your application. The program features support and resources for movement artists at all career levels, including: • 250 […]

First Baptist Church Yard Sale

First Baptist Church in Dorchester invites everyone to its September yard sales on Saturday, September 25 from 10-2:00.  (Rain date, October 2.)  There will be jewelry, clothes, household goods, books, and refreshments for sale, including hot dogs, burgers, and baked goods.  Proceeds from the sale help support church ministries. For more info, contact: 617-282-1391 or […]

Make Them Hear You 2021: 20th Anniversary Celebration

Join the Hamilton Garrett Center for Music and the Arts as we celebrate 20 years of excellence in service to the youth of Greater Boston! Our virtual concert will feature special performances by HGCMA students, teachers, alumni and honorees. Don’t miss out on this night of inspiring musicianship and fun! Watch Live on our Facebook, […]

Moving Beyond Statements featuring Kahlil Greene – Fierce Urgency of Now festival

Join Yale’s first black student body president, Kahlil Greene, as he addresses the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce’s Board of Directors. Kahlil Greene, renowned racial equity speaker and “Gen-Z Historian,” will be addressing the Greater Boston community during the Chamber’s Board of Directors meeting, to discuss the most recent racial reckoning and his experience as […]

Fierce Urgency of Now Opening Ceremony featuring Heather McGhee

We welcome you to join us for our 4th annual *virtual* Fierce Urgency of Now opening ceremony ft. Author and Advocate – Heather McGhee! This year’s virtual ceremony will feature renowned expert and influential thinker Heather McGhee. Heather McGhee is the author of New York Times bestseller, “The Sum of Us: What Racism Costs Everyone […]

SOulFully Textured, A Natural Hair Experience

SOulFully Textured, A Natural Hair Experience is about the empowerment in loving your authentic self. It is an experience in and celebration of naturally textured hair, specifically designed to educate, eradicate and inspire! The event is highly interactive and features natural hair discussions, a paint party, vendor shopping, screenings of the movie “Back To Natural” […]

Celebrity Series presents Claudio Ragazzi Quartet: “Tributes and Tangos”

Kick off the 2021/22 Season with an amazing tango-inspired set of Latin jazz! Claudio Ragazzi Quartet performs “Tributes and Tangos,” featuring new songs as well as selections from this GRAMMY-winning guitarist and composer’s extensive catalogue. Claudio Ragazzi uses the sounds of his native Argentina to create evocative moods that unmistakably capture the spirit of places […]

Creativity Demonstrates Infinity: Creativity of the Oppressed

Creativity Demonstrates Infinity: Creativity of the Oppressed   Ujima Arts & Cultural Organizing Learning Pod   Facilitated by Dzidor   In our next Micro-Learning Pod series, we will explore how creativity, imagination, and experimentation can serve as a tool for healing. We will read poems, play games, essays, short videos, and music that demonstrate the […]

Supreme Team Free community cookout

Our 20th annual Frre community cookout. Family friendly with games and prizes for kids, teens and adults. Hosted by Mr. Funny man Kenny Grubbs and Dj Wade. 930 Blue Hill Av. ( Harambee Park ) Always a safe, friendly and fun event.