Community Events in Boston

Teen Board Games

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 at 10:00 AM

Boston Public Library - Menino Room

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Drop by the Boston Public Library's Teen Room for a casual, drop-in board-game session featuring UNO, Jenga, Monopoly and more. A teen-friendly hangout in a welcoming library, with accessibility accommodations available on request.

Teen Gaming Club

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 at 11:00 AM

Boston Public Library - Teen Room, First Floor

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The Boston Public Library hosts a weekly Teen Gaming Club in the Teen Room. Play video games, make new friends, and get homework help in a welcoming, accessible setting. Accessibility accommodations can be arranged with advance notice.

LMI Summer Outing

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 at 5:00 AM

Signature Boston

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LMI hosts a summer outing at Signature Boston, offering a casual daytime gathering for professionals to network and connect in a relaxed urban setting.

Yarn & Needlework Drop-in Circle

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 at 7:00 AM

Boston Public Library

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Casual Yarn & Needlework Drop-in Circle at the Boston Public Library. Bring your yarn projects and chat with fellow crafters of all levels—no registration or instruction, just friendly company in a welcoming library setting.

Library Tech Help Drop-In

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 at 9:00 AM

Boston Public Library

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Drop in at Boston Public Library, Fields Corner Branch, for free tech help with computers, smartphones, tablets, and eBooks. Staff can guide online resources, create library cards, help with book requests, and assist with printing. A small selection of Lucky Day books will be available for checkout.

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Conversation Group

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 at 6:15 AM

Boston Public Library

Community

Join a drop-in ESOL conversation group at the Boston Public Library to practice spoken English with fellow adult learners. Led by a volunteer teacher in a friendly, informal setting, no registration is required; suitable for those with basic English skills seeking practice.

Member Summer Kickoff

Thu, 25 Jun 2026

Institute of Contemporary Art Boston

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Join ICA Boston for the Member Summer Kickoff, a members-only welcome gathering inside the Institute of Contemporary Art Boston. Meet fellow members, hear a quick update on summer programs, and enjoy light refreshments in a casual, museum setting.

New Student Orientation

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 at 5:00 AM

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A campus New Student Orientation at MassArt in Boston on June 30, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM. Attendees receive essential onboarding information about campus resources, student services, and registration. RSVP page available at the provided link.

Free Immigration Consultations

Wed, 1 Jul 2026 at 8:00 AM

By phone only

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Free immigration consultations by phone with an experienced attorney. The City of Boston offers no-cost, confidential advice on visas, residency, asylum, or other immigration questions. Call to speak with a lawyer for personalized guidance.

Age Strong Memory Cafe - West Roxbury

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 at 6:30 AM

West Roxbury Branch of the Boston Public Library11961 Centre Street, West Roxbury, Boston

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Join the Age Strong Memory Café at the West Roxbury Library for people with forgetfulness and their companions. This welcoming, informal gathering offers social connection and practical tips in a comfortable library setting, on 2026-07-10 at 10:30.

2026 Metrowest Regional Mixer

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 at 5:00 AM

Boston, MA

Community

Meet local life-sciences professionals at the 2026 Metrowest Regional Mixer in the Boston area on July 16, 2026. Hosted by MassBio, this indoor networking mixer offers a casual, professional setting to connect, share opportunities, and expand your biotech network in Metrowest.

Homeownership drop-in sessions

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 at 12:30 PM

26 Court StreetMOH Constituent Center (First Floor), Boston

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Experts from the Boston Home Center host free walk-in sessions about homeownership, financing options, and city programs to help residents turn their dream of owning a home into reality. Attendees can ask questions, collect resources, and get personalized guidance on next steps.

Age Strong Memory Cafe - Jamaica Plain

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 at 6:30 AM

Boston Public Library - Jamaica Plain Branch30 South Street, Jamaica Plain

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An open, free Memory Café at the Boston Public Library Jamaica Plain branch for people experiencing forgetfulness or changes in thinking, plus their caregivers. The welcoming session provides social connection, information, and peer support in a comfortable library setting.

2026 Summer Mixer

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 at 5:00 AM

Technology Square Courtyard

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Join MassBio Members for the 2026 Summer Mixer at Technology Square Courtyard in Boston. A friendly, professional networking evening designed to connect biotech peers, swap ideas, and relax with light refreshments in a modern courtyard setting.

Open Gardens

Thu, 30 Jul 2026

Fenway Victory Gardens

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Open Gardens at Fenway Victory Gardens invites the public to stroll the garden plots, meet volunteers, and learn about urban gardening in a casual, family-friendly outdoor setting in Boston.

Harry Potter Trivia

Mon, 3 Aug 2026 at 3:00 PM

City Winery Boston — Main Stage

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Join a Harry Potter Trivia night at City Winery Boston's Main Stage. Free admission for fans to test their wizarding knowledge in a lively, social quiz setting inside the venue. Gather your friends and house team for a fun evening of magical question rounds and competitive spirit.

Stable Tour

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 at 12:00 PM

275 Canterbury St.Across from VFW Post 1018, Boston

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Join the Boston Park Rangers for a free, all-ages guided tour of local habitats at 275 Canterbury St. Explore urban wildlife, trails, and environmental stewardship through nature-based programming designed for all ages. Perfect for families, kids, and curious adults seeking outdoors education in the city.

Zero Waste Day Drop-Off

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 at 4:30 AM

315 Gardner StreetW. Roxbury DPW, West Roxbury

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Residents can dispose of household hazardous waste and other banned items safely at the City of Boston DPW Zero Waste Day. Drive up to 315 Gardner Street in West Roxbury for free disposal with guidance from municipal staff.

Emerald Necklace Walking Tour

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 at 6:00 AM

139 Tremont StMeet outside the Boston Common Visitor Center, Boston

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Join Boston Park Rangers for a free, family-friendly walking tour of the Emerald Necklace. This outdoor, nature-based program offers environmental education for ALL AGES as you explore Boston Common and nearby green spaces.

2026 North Shore Regional Mixer

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 at 5:00 AM

Boston, MA

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Connect with local life sciences professionals in the North Shore for an evening of networking and collaboration. The 2026 North Shore Regional Mixer, hosted by MassBio, brings biotech and research professionals together in the Boston area on August 20, 2026 for informal conversations and relationship-building.

Grill Day

Sun, 6 Sept 2026

Fenway Victory Gardens

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Grill Day at Fenway Victory Gardens invites neighbors to a relaxed outdoor barbecue with live-fire grilling demos, garden tours, and friendly chats in Boston's historic urban greenspace.

Zero Waste Day Drop-Off

Fri, 11 Sept 2026 at 4:30 AM

400 Frontage RoadCentral DPW Facility, Lower Roxbury

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Boston's Zero Waste Day Drop-Off at the Central DPW Facility in Roxbury invites residents to safely dispose of household hazardous waste and waste-ban items. The city-run event is free, provides on-site guidance for proper disposal, and promotes recycling and environmental responsibility.

Jigsaw Puzzle Competition

Mon, 28 Sept 2026 at 1:00 PM

Boston Public Library

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On Sept 28, 2026 at 5:00 PM UTC, head to the Boston Public Library for a friendly jigsaw puzzle race. Teams of four compete to finish first; solo players are welcome and placed into a welcoming group. Prizes, light refreshments, and a puzzle-exchange table add to the fun.

FGS Board Meeting

Mon, 5 Oct 2026

Fenway Victory Gardens

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The FGS Board meets at Fenway Victory Gardens to review governance, budget, and garden initiatives. Attendees discuss upcoming projects, fundraising, and community outreach for this Boston-based green-space group.

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