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Roxbury Unity Parade 2024

The Roxbury Unity Parade is Boston’s official parade for the neighborhood of Roxbury. Founded by Roxbury native Toy Burton, the parade honors and celebrates the history, culture, and community spirit of Roxbury. Once a predominantly Black neighborhood, Roxbury holds a significant place in Boston’s cultural landscape. The Roxbury Unity Parade not only showcases the neighborhood’s […]

Words and Music – Poetry and Classical Guitar

Presented by Dorchester based chamber music nonprofit Convergence Ensemble and Adams Street Branch of the Boston Public Library, Words and Music explores spoken word and poetry in dialogue with classical guitar to create a back and forth of poetic commentary on music. Featuring intimate performances from our very own Charles Coe, treating us to his own […]

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING – 5/23/24

THIS IS AN IN PERSON MEETING Date: Thursday, May 23rd, 2024 Time: 6:00PM Meet At: Commonwealth Salon, BPL Central Library, 700 Boylston Street, Boston MA 02116 There will be an opportunity for the public to raise comments, questions, and concerns. If you any questions or comments about this proposal, please contact: Conor Newman Mayor’s Office […]

Live Music – R&B/Neo-Soul featuring Debo Ray

Grammy nominated, powerhouse vocalist extraordinaire Debo Ray has performed on some of the world’s biggest stages and is coming back to The Boston Harbor Distillery for a special show featuring her original music along with choice covers in the r&b, hip hop, rock, and funk style. Known for her dynamic stage performance, funky style and […]

Commonwealth Chorale Concert “The Dream Unfinished”

We conclude our season by giving voice to “the dream unfinished”, a poignant reminder that we don’t yet all share the same opportunities, freedoms, and liberties that are this country’s founding ideals. Our program includes Florence Price’s Abraham Lincoln Walks at Midnight and William Grant Still’s Plain-Chant for America, plus works by Randall Thompson, Margaret […]

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater returns to Boston with classic works by Mr. Ailey, notable selections by other modern and contemporary choreographers, and new commissions that carry forward the founder’s and the company’s legacy and depict the many facets of Black American life, culture, and history. May 2-5 at the Boch Center Wang Theatre Ticket […]

DiasporaMass Game Night: Wellness Edition

Join the DiasporaMass community to gain a greater understanding of personal health through the lens of our new community game night event, Game Night: Wellness Edition. Join us at Long Live Roxbury for a night of fun, laughter, and self-care. This event will have multiple competitions for attendees to participate in, multiple live performances, media […]

Ballet Banquet

Don’t miss BALLET BANQUET: An unforgettable celebration of dance! Presented by City Ballet of Boston and the youth dancers of Tony Williams Dance Center. April 26 7:00 pm April 27 3:00 pm April 28 3:00 pm Strand Theatre 543 Columbia Rd Dorchester, MA 02125 The performances will celebrate a range of ballet styles and music, […]

ABCD Health Services hosts film screening for Black Maternal Health Week

Did you know the rate of pregnancy-related death for Black women is almost three times the rate for white women? ABCD Health Services invites you to a free community screening of the award-winning film Birthing Justice in recognition of Black Maternal Health Week. This moving film demonstrates the complex obstacles Black women experience when accessing […]

The Jump Off! Social Mixer to Support OrigiNation Cultural Arts Center

Join us in kicking off our 30th anniversary celebrations with The Jump Off! It’s not just a party; it’s a chance to make a difference. Come mingle, dance, and support OrigiNation’s youth programs at this social mixer. Let’s mark this milestone together while giving back to our community. Your presence will make a meaningful impact. […]

Ward 15 Democratic Party committee monthly meeting

“The Ward 15 Democratic Party Committee holds its monthly meeting on Saturday, March 16, 2024, 9:00-10:30 AM. All are welcome and can join the zoom webinar using the link: https://tinyurl.com/DemsWard15.”