The New England Aquarium is offering discounted admission this fall for homeschooling families to experience its educational programs and exhibits. Every Tuesday through December 22, 2026, homeschool families have access to special ticket prices: $12 for children and $21 for...
The Rose Kennedy Greenway Conservancy announced its lineup of upcoming summer and fall events and activities, inviting residents and visitors to enjoy free events, experiences, and seasonal amenities in the heart of Boston. Building on an exciting summer of citywide...
Trinity Church Boston launched its 2026-27 program year on Sunday, September 13, welcoming parishioners and community members back for a new season of worship, formation, fellowship, and service. The program year marks the beginning of Trinity’s busiest congregational season from...
Engaging With The Past: 2026 Historical Events This summer and fall, the Jamaica Plain Historical Society (JPHS) alongside local researchers invites the public to engage directly with the history of the area through a series of expertly guided walking tours...
Adams Village is prepping for a very busy day on Sat., Nov. 7. It will begin with the annual book sale at the Adams Street Branch of the Boston Public Library, starting at 10 a.m. and running to 4 p.m. Just down the hill, the Irish Pastoral Centre (IPC) will stage its fourth annual Christmas Craft Fair from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., an event hosted by the Bumble Bee Knitting & Crochet Club and friends. The post On Sat., Nov. 7, Adams Village will host an events tripleheader appeared first on Dorchester Reporter...
Halloween + Clean-up As in years past, the Beacon Hill Civic Association is working with the City and local police to barricade many of the upper streets on Beacon Hill to provide a safe area for neighborhood families to trick...
Beacon Hill residents are known to go all out for Halloween, with ghoulish decorations that attract the masses. Brownstones are outfitted with 10-foot-tall skeletons, ghosts and that hang from balconies. Not everything is devilish, though: A butterfly-themed display has attracted...
Experience Mass General History: Two Centuries in 45 minutes on November 6, and December 4, from 12-12:45 p.m. Tour the Ether Dome, the historic operating theater where surgical anesthesia was first successfully, publicly demonstrated in 1846, and other points of...
In keeping with longstanding tradition, Back Bay residents again outdid themselves this year in decorating their homes for Halloween. From colorful pumpkins, elaborately adorned entrances, and myriad figures along Commonwealth Avenue and Exeter Street to perched skeletons, ominous doorways, and...
This year’s Friends of Christopher Columbus Park Family Fun Festival despite being very chilly and windy turned out to be a great success with a large gathering of moms, dads and children participating in the fun filled activity. “It was...
Sunday afternoon at the Rumney Marsh Academy parking lot thousands of costumed children and their parents gathered for the annual Trunk or Treat, sponsored by the City of Revere...
Last Saturday morning the Revere Fire Department under the Direction of Chief James Cullen and event coordinator Revere Fire Captain Erin Leary hosted the annual fire prevention week open house. Featuring lots of information for parents to keep their homes...
The arrival of the long holiday weekend means that the fall season is squarely upon us, the time of year that has special meaning for all of us in New England. With the weatherman (as of this writing) forecasting a...
Each year the people of the North End invite you to celebrate with them as they honor their patrons Saint Anthony and Saint Lucy with colorful parades, religious services, strolling singers, live entertainment and of course an abundance of great...
East Boston Sports Day on the Mary Ellen Welch Greenway was an incredible success! A fun-filled day for kids, families, and even adults came out to enjoy the festivities at Bremen Street Park. A huge highlight of the day was...
Better late than never, was the motto at the Point of Pines Yacht Club this year concerning the annual blessing of the fleet. Nonetheless, it was a great day for the members, calling on Father Paul Aveni to bring the...
The search for the Voice of Logan is entering its final stretch. Since being announced two weeks ago, the Voice of Logan contest has taken Massachusetts by storm. As of today, over 3,225 Bay Staters have submitted auditions, from Pittsfield...
The USS Constitution Museum will launch its fall 2026 Leadership Forum series on Thursday, October 8, with Captain Christopher J. Cassidy, USN (Ret.), a decorated Navy SEAL, former NASA astronaut, and national civic leader whose career has spanned some of...
SoWa Artists Guild’s October events continue SoWa Sundays are set for Oct. 18 and 25 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.SoWa Artists Guild events are free, open to the public and take place at 450 Harrison Ave. WLP’s annual Spaghetti...
Since 1981 the Charlestown Schoolgirls have been active in bettering the community and raising money for scholarships to promising students. This year 61 scholarships totaling $65,500 were dispersed. The Luncheon celebrated the neighborhood organization and its mission to the young...
Despite being a bustling urban neighborhood, Jamaica Plain is a true haven for nature lovers. It is embraced on three sides by the famous Emerald Necklace, a system of parks designed by Frederick Law Olmsted. With hundreds of acres of...
Sail Boston 2026 is proud to announce the launch of its official interactive Fleet Tracker, powered by Aqua Map technology. Designed to enhance the viewing experience for maritime enthusiasts, locals, and visitors, this new tool provides an unparalleled and close-up look at this summer’s historic maritime celebration...
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Block Captains Our new team of over 40 Block Captains has been out and about cleaning up litter and dog waste on Beacon Hill streets. You’ll recognize them with their fluorescent BHCA vests. These volunteers are looking for other neighbors...
Mayor Michelle Wu announced the winners of the 30th annual Mayor’s Garden Contest in a ceremony celebrating the exceptional efforts of Boston’s urban gardeners. The competition recognizes residents who have transformed their yards, balconies, rooftops, and community gardens into vibrant...
This past weekend the city held its annual International Revere Beach Sand Sculpture Festival...
Discover the Freedom Trail in a new light – after dark – on the official Freedom Trail Lantern Tours. Freedom Trail Foundation announces the return of the unique Lantern Tours, offering visitors and residents the opportunity to experience the sinister...
Special to the Regional Review Laughter, conversation, and the aroma of good food filled the ABCD West End Neighborhood Service Center (WE NSC) as older adults gathered to celebrate Father’s Day with an afternoon of delicious food, friendship, and community...
The East Boston Italian Heritage Parade Committee hosted a fundraiser last Friday night at Beachmont VFW Post 6712. The parade is scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 12 in East Boston...
Outdoor events can be fun to share with your pup, as long as you ensure the event is safe and comfortable for your dog and he will be a great ambassador for canines while in attendance. Some seasonal outdoor events,...
After a 2 year lay-off, bocce on the beach sponsored by the Rumney Marsh Burial Ground Committee was back. It was a little overcast on Revere Beach, but perfect for the event, keeping the players comfortable while on the sands...
Goats And Boats is a popular event hosted by the Muddy River Initiative, Boston Parks And Recreation, and the Red Cross to bring people together to help clean up the parks and wetland along the Muddy River. The goats are...
SoWa Artists Guild to offer more August events SoWa Sundays will be held Aug. 16, 23, and 30, starting at 11 a.m. SoWa Artists Guild events, which are free and open to the public, are held at 450 Harrison Ave...
It was an afternoon filled with music, laughter, birthday wishes and plenty of audience participation when nationally recognized Musical Ventriloquist Kevin Driscoll entertained residents and staff at Hale House, located at 273 Clarendon Street in Boston’s historic Back Bay. “Awesome...
The North End Athletic Association (NEAA) held its’ annual Golf Tournament Fundraiser. 166 golfers attended to help support the Youth Organization’s programming. The NEAA provides Baseball, Soccer, Lacrosse, Girls Field Hockey and Flag Football as well as educational and cultural...
If you haven’t checked it out yet, Jamaica Plain’s first official dog park is fast approaching its one-year anniversary. Having opened last August, the newly renovated Flaherty Playground—located at the intersection of Cornwall Avenue and Brookside Avenue—features a spacious,...
SoWa Artists Guild’s September events conclude The final SoWa Sunday of the month will be held Sept. 27 from 11 a.m.- 4 p.m. SoWa Artists Guild events are free and open to the public and are held at 450 Harrison...
By Phil Orlandella Every year, the Friends of Christopher Columbus Park (FOCCP) celebrate Independence Day at the park. This year, the non-profit all-volunteer community group also celebrated its 25th anniversary on the same day. Many local kids, families and neighbors...
Derek Kouyoumjian Photos This year’s Revere Beach International Sand Sculpting Festival celebrated our city with the theme “Boston Welcomes The World,” recognizing the recent excitement of the World Cup and Sail Boston events here in the metro area. While rainy...
Boston Senior Home Care (BSHC), a trusted nonprofit Aging Services Access Point dedicated to helping older adults, people with disabilities, and family caregivers access home- and community-based services and supports in the City of Boston, will honor Brian Dempsey, Former...
The annual Hidden Heroes and Sheroes Celebration will be held on Sat., Nov. 21, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Southline Boston in Dorchester. The post Hidden Heroes and Sheroes celebration set for Nov. 21 appeared first on Dorchester Reporter...
The Greenway buzzed with activity all summer, offering something for everyone. The Friends of the Mary Ellen Welch Greenway organized many events, including the “Wednesday Night” entertainment series featuring concerts and films. Other highlights included a Bocce tournament, Saturday morning...
To the Editor, The Jamaica Plain Neighborhood Council (JPNC) is re-establishing its Outreach Committee, and we are looking for 10 community members who want to help strengthen neighborhood outreach, engagement, and participation. Whether you have been involved in the community...
The East Boston Soup Kitchen celebrated its 10 Anniversary with a Gala held at Spinelli’s in Day Square. The organization strives to feed, shelter, and assist with the recovery and self-care of the hungry and homeless in the community, and...
What if getting involved in your city started with something joyful? National non-profit Elevate Cities is bringing that idea to Boston, launching its second city with a growing series of experiences designed to bring people together, strengthen belonging and inspire...
Teens from the Charlestown Boys and Girls Club’s Learn & Earn Program were invited to the State House recently as guests of State Representative Dan Ryan. Secretary of State Bill Galvin’s tour desk provided a guided tour of the historic...
The 37th Eastie Pride Day was held at Piers Park to celebrate the neighborhood of Boston just across the Harbor from Downtown. There were performances, boat rides, and many fun activities that was free for all to enjoy...
Friends of Armenian Heritage Park on the Greenway held a celebration of Armenia’s Independence Day with culture, tradition, heritage theme music, dancing, cuisine, storytelling and community in honor of the special day. The event also featured guest speakers, signature dish...
This year’s Friends of Christopher Columbus Park (FOCCP) annual Harbor Cruise saw about 100 people enjoying a sunset cruise on Boston Harbor...
Carol Tye was part of Revere’s educational system for 67 years, as an English teacher, Superintendent of Revere Public Schools, and a long-standing member of the Revere School Committee. She is known for her love for the city and the...
Mayor Michelle Wu announces upcoming World Cup Watch Parties Mayor Michelle Wu has announced a continuing slate of free, family-friendly watch parties for the remaining FIFA World Cup matches, giving residents across Boston’s neighborhoods an opportunity to celebrate the tournament...
This fall, residents can enjoy a variety of healthy activities in the parks, including Walking Group, Yoga, Tai Chi, ZUMBA®, Dance Hall Bootcamp, and more. Classes are designed for all skill levels and ages, with options that are family-friendly, age-friendly,...
The Boston Parks and Recreation Department and Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) announced the 2026 Boston Parks Fall Fitness Series, sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts. The series will offer free weekly classes in City of Boston parks...
The 30th annual Taste of Eastie was held at The Tall Ship. The fundraiser for East Boston Main Streets gave guests the chance to sample a wide range of cuisine from the restaurants of the neighborhood...
Last Thursday evening, friends and family gathered at the Beachmont VFW to remember #61 RHS Football Player and RHS Principal/founder of Sea Coast High School Tom Misci. A full line of local comedians joined Comin Head Liner Matt Misci, son...
Mission Hill NHS held its 52nd Annual Meeting on a glorious evening in Kevin W. Fitzgerald Park Arboretum, focused on hope, endurance, and celebrating these community builders who also green our neighborhood. Over 160 community members turned out for a...
This Labor Day weekend, the Emerald Necklace Conservancy (ENC) is encouraging residents and visitors alike to celebrate the holiday by spending time in Greater Boston’s most treasured public landscape: the Emerald Necklace parks. Labor Day honors the contributions of working...
Last Saturday was All Abilities Day on Revere Beach. This annual event is a great opportunity for people of all abilities to get into the waters of the 1 public beach in America. The site at the Oak Island Bath...
Baby Lapsit, Mondays at 11:15 am & Tuesdays at 10:30 Join us for bounces, rhymes, stories, songs, and activities. We will have the same program on Monday and Tuesday. We ask that you choose one time to attend. For ages...
Library Happenings: Baby Lapsit, Mondays: 11:15 AM and Tuesdays at 10:30 AM Join us for bounces, rhymes, stories, songs, and activities. We will have the same program on Monday and Tuesday. We ask that you choose one time to attend...
By Phil Orlandella Over 100 mates boarded the fabulous Seaport Elite yacht for the annual Friends of Christopher Columbus Park (FOCCP) harbor cruise. This year’s cruise celebrated FOCCP’s silver anniversary as caretakers of the park and supporting many activities, events...
Last Sunday morning the East Boston Athletic Board held the first Steps for Scholarships event at the East Boston Stadium. The funds raised will all go directly to East Boston resident students. Tee shirts, pizza, slush, and the Boston Police...
Stepping outside the college bubble is the best way to make Mission Hill truly feel like home, and the Community Alliance of Mission Hill (CAMH) is the perfect place to start. Founded in 1995, CAMH is an all-volunteer, non-profit civic...
A sellout crowd enjoyed the Revere Rocks Live! Dinner/Concert Friday night at the Beachmont VFW. The Decades of Rock band and Hometown Rocks Revere presented the celebration of classic rock whose proceeds benefited the Revere History Museum. “We’re so excited...
West End Museum celebrates Leonard Bernstein with Sept. 18 concert The West End Museum, in partnership with Queer History Boston and Crescendo Productions, will offer ‘West End Story: Community and the Music of Leonard Bernstein’ – a special live musical...
NeighborHealth hosted its annual Children’s Bike Safety Day at the East Boston Farmers Market earlier this week, bringing together local families for an afternoon focused on bike safety, healthy outdoor activity and community connection. With support from Boston Children’s Hospital,...
SoWa First Friday will take place on Oct. 2 from 5 to 9 p.m., and SoWa Sundays are set for Oct. 4, 11, 18, and 25 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. SoWa Artists Guild events are free, open to...
Congratulations to our Boston Pops on their 52nd annual Fireworks Spectacular on the Esplanade—Boston’s most beloved Independence Day tradition, complete with amazing performances from Chance the Rapper, Trombone Shorty, and Lainey Wilson...
The 2026 East Boston Italian Heritage Day Parade marched from Suffolk Downs Station to Maverick Square. The parade celebrated the contributions of the Italian American community in East Boston...
Last Tuesday evening was National Night Out across the country, and the City of Revere joined the celebration. Recognizing public safety, the crews that continually make our city safe. Local business and organizations join in the celebration offering fun things...
The Vinyl Echoes band performed as part of the weekly Revere Summer Concert Series Sunday night on the American Legion Lawn. The talented group of vocalists Valerie Moscone and Chris McGonagle, guitarists Mark Loud, Frank Tavano, and Paul Rogalski, and...
Goats And Boats is a popular event hosted by the Muddy River Initiative, Boston Parks And Recreation, and the Red Cross to bring people together to help clean up the parks and wetland along the Muddy River. The goats are...
Sam Adams held an Octoberfest at The Tall Ship. They and other breweries offered tastings of their beverages as guests enjoyed music, food, activities, and early Fall fun...
As the Freedom Trail celebrates 75 years, the Freedom Trail Foundation invites revelers of all ages to experience this year’s Historic Holiday Strolls. The festive atmosphere of the city, set against the unique backdrop of Boston’s historic sites and centuries...
It’s thumbs up or is it green thumbs up, for the Friends of Christopher Columbus Park (FOCCP) which was recently inducted into the Mayor’s Garden Hall of Fame. FOCCP’s Historical Committee qualified for the prestigious award by planting in the...
For decades, Spaghetti Dinner has been one of Women’s Lunch Place’s most beloved traditions, bringing the Boston community together for an unforgettable evening in support of women experiencing homelessness and poverty. After last year’s event sold out, Women’s Lunch Place...
WECA meeting set for Oct. 8 on Thoreau Path The next meeting of the West End Civic Association (WECA) is scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 8, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on Thoreau Path. The WECA election process to fill open...
Since 2014 JP Porchfest has been a day of music, exploration, and celebration of Jamaica Plain. Porches and driveways throughout the neigborhood open their spaces to local bands as music lovers can drop by and visit...
The ‘Quin House Impact Fund serves as a resource for local philanthropic organizations that are making positive contributions to the Greater Boston community – and this includes the iconic annual Pan-Mass Challenge. The Fund was launched in 2020, a year...
Who says you can’t play beach volleyball in October? Certainly not the dedicated athletes who gathered at Revere Beach for the “Spooky Season Jamboree.” Serving as the grand finale of “Emma’s 2026 Beach Volleyball Tournament Series,” the autumnal event brought...
One of the biggest annual events in the region took place last weekend with the Revere Beach International Sand Sculpting Festival...
The MBTA has announced the availability of special edition collectible CharlieCards featuring iconic Boston landmarks to celebrate an exciting summer of events taking place in Boston and the surrounding Commonwealth this year. “The MBTA is excited to welcome thousands of...
It was an afternoon filled with music, laughter, birthday wishes and plenty of audience participation when nationally recognized Musical Ventriloquist Kevin Driscoll entertained residents and staff at Hale House, located at 273 Clarendon Street in Boston’s historic Back Bay. “Awesome...
The Madonna Della Cava Feast celebrated is 106th year of bringing the tradition of faith and celebration from Pietraperzia Sicily to the New World of the Boston. It is one of the many Feasts and neighborhood festivals of the North...
More than 175 community members of all abilities attended Triangle, Inc.’s 8th annual Beach: Accessibility Day at Constitution Beach in East Boston on Saturday, August 1. Participants enjoyed the beach and water using floating wheelchairs, mobility mats, and kayaks. “In...
Baby Lapsit, Mondays: 11:15 AM and Tuesdays at 10:30 AM Join us for bounces, rhymes, stories, songs, and activities. We will have the same program on Monday and Tuesday. We ask that you choose one time to attend. For ages...
Great Elephant Migration on Comm. Ave. Mall concludes September 12 The Great Elephant Migration, a massive outdoor sculptural exhibition, will conclude its installation along the Commonwealth Avenue Mall on Sunday, Sept. 13. If you have not made the trip over...
The JP Musicfest enjoyed a day of beautiful weather and an appreciative audience. The free music festival showcases local bands on two stages in Pinebank Promontory. Food trucks provide food and beverages and an activity corner for kids keeps the...
There are 450 American flags currently displayed throughout Hood Park in Charlestown in remembrance of the lives lost on September 11, 2001. The flags were donated by Boston-based Lafuente Sign & Awning to Project 351, a Massachusetts nonprofit that brings...
Last Saturday morning 12 teams and volunteers gathered at the RHS field House for the 4th Annual Evan Goldney Memorial Basketball Tournament. All proceeds went to the Goldney Foundation, to be given out to RHS students as scholarships...
Library Happenings: Baby Lapsit, Mondays: 11:15 AM and Tuesdays at 10:30 AM Join us for bounces, rhymes, stories, songs, and activities. We will have the same program on Monday and Tuesday. We ask that you choose one time to attend...
By Gianfranco Iaia Over 50 people at the Inter Club Boston, located in the North End, celebrated Italy beating Parma 2-0 crowning them champions of Italy for the 21st time in their history. After a disappointing end to last years...
The 5K Pumpkin Dash hosted by the Revere Beach Partnership was once again a huge success. Over 500 runners pre-registered for this annual pre- Halloween event. While the 5K is an exciting conclusion of the days event, the costumed kids...
This Labor Day weekend, the Emerald Necklace Conservancy is encouraging residents and visitors alike to celebrate the holiday by spending time in Greater Boston’s most treasured public landscape: the Emerald Necklace parks. Labor Day honors the contributions of working people...
For families looking for outdoor educational options, Jamaica Plain provides extensive opportunities for experiential learning, anchored by the Arnold Arboretum. Open 365 days a year, the 281-acre landscape offers free, family-friendly self-guided activities, including StoryWalks and Wildlife Bingo. For more...
Goats And Boats is a popular event hosted by the Muddy River Initiative, Boston Parks And Recreation, and the Red Cross to bring people together to help clean up the parks and wetland along the Muddy River. The goats are...
The annual Meridian House vs. East Boston Rehab Recovery Softball Game is about more than bragging rights. Played at Noyes Park in East Boston, the event aims to bring together anyone in recovery to play, cheer, and support the recovery...
Many local pet owners gathered at the Paul Revere Mall (Prado) to participate in the annual Old North Church’s Blessing of the Animals under a warm sunny day. Many two-and-four-legged animals took part in the North End tradition that blends...
The latest program added to the Rossetti Cown Senior Center was a monthly breakfast for just the men. Yes indeed, the “guys’ secured a spot all to themselves, giving them a chance to catch up on the latest sports scores...
Special to the Gazette The Jamaica Plain Neighborhood Council (JPNC) Outreach Committee is excited to roll out a heartwarming new community feature: JP Pet of the Month! To kick things off this September, the council is featuring two wonderful neighborhood...
As the Freedom Trail celebrates 75 years, the Freedom Trail Foundation invites revelers of all ages to experience this year’s Historic Holiday Strolls. The festive atmosphere of the city, set against the unique backdrop of Boston’s historic sites and centuries...
By Phil OrlandellaDespite stormy skies, hundreds of players and spectators turned out for the 9th annual North EndCornhole Tournament held on the Greenway. The event founded by State Rep. Aaron Michlewitz raisesfunds for the North End Music and Performing Arts...
All-Ages Storytime, Wednesdays at 10:30 am This weekly storytime features books, songs, movement and a craft. Groups, please call ahead. For ages 2-5. Animal Rescue League, Thursday, August 20 at 4:00 pm Q & A with the A.R.L of Boston...
Last Saturday the enthusiastic rowers that signed up as teams for the annual Row Row Row event to fight Autism hit the waters of the Atlantic /Point of Pines. This annual event is always a crowd favorite, and thanks to...
ZUMIX, a local nonprofit providing creative opportunities for young people through music and technology, will host its annual Gala, The Muze, at City Winery on Thursday, Oct. 29. The event, a major fundraiser for the ZUMIX community, will include multiple...
There’s a character waiting for you on the Greenway Carousel This season, the Greenway Carousel is open until January 3 for families to visit and take a ride on this unique ADA accessible carousel that features 36 hand carved characters...
Dear Editor, Jamaica Plain was quite literally awash this weekend—with rain, wind, and cold temperatures. While we are still saddened by the cancellation, we also want to take a moment to reflect on all the effort that went into preparing...
The Charlestown Sprouts Community Garden held its Annual Celebration. Everyone was invited to check out its garden plots and enjoy the vegetables grown in a communal cookout...
It was a perfect weekend for the annual Summer Festival at the Immaculate Conception Parish. In the rear parking lot, countries from all nations gathered to offer their best in edible delights. Entertainment from local musicians from countries around the...