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Women’s Learn to Ride: Basic Skills

Our free learn-to-ride classes are led by women and are for any Boston resident who identifies as female or gender-diverse. Registration is required.

June 9, 2022
2022-06-09T18:00:00 - 2022-06-09T20:00:00

Taught in a parking lot, this two-hour class is for women who have never learned to ride or who want to work on basic skills. This class is perfect for women who:

  • have never ridden a bike before
  • haven't been on a bike for years, or 
  • can ride a little, but need to practice starting, stopping, turning, and hand signaling.
June 9, 2022
2022-06-09T18:00:00 - 2022-06-09T20:00:00
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Women’s Learn-to-Ride: Basic Skills Workshop

Our free learn-to-ride classes are led by women and are for any Boston resident who identifies as female or gender-diverse.

May 26, 2022
2022-05-26T18:00:00 - 2022-05-26T20:00:00

Taught in a parking lot, this two-hour class is for women who have never learned to ride or who want to work on basic skills. This class is perfect for women who:

  • have never ridden a bike before
  • haven't been on a bike for years, or 
  • can ride a little, but need to practice starting, stopping, turning, and hand signaling.
May 26, 2022
2022-05-26T18:00:00 - 2022-05-26T20:00:00
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Tending, Co-building, and Care: Reflections on Radical Imaginations for Racial Justice

Throughout 2021, the 16 artists and collectives who received funding through our Radical Imagination for Racial Justice program have been working on their projects.

May 11, 2022
2022-05-11T16:45:00 - 2022-05-11T19:00:00
Please join us for a virtual conversation with artists, collectives, and co-builders of the Radical Imagination for Racial Justice Boston program. A tapestry of interwoven themes will guide our reflection on bringing to life our visions of racial justice in collaboration with our communities. These themes include: 
  • process,
  • resources,
  • response-ability,
  • "balance",
  • community,
  • wellness,
  • and more.
  • The event is on Wednesday, May 11 from 5-7 p.m. and will be held virtually via Zoom. The meeting room will open at 4:45pm with a gallery tour.

RIRJ event flyer

May 11, 2022
2022-05-11T16:45:00 - 2022-05-11T19:00:00
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PaintBox Virtual Question-and-Answer Sessions

Join us for two virtual question-and-answer sessions to learn more about the Call to Artists for the 2022 PaintBox program.

May 12, 2022
  • 12:00pm - 7:00pm
  • Happening virtually
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Amber Torres
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
  • Posted:
2022-05-12T12:00:00 - 2022-05-12T19:00:00

The Mayor's Office of Arts and Culture is holding two question-and-answer sessions on Thursday, May 12, at noon and 6 p.m. via Zoom. Artists interested in applying to paint a utility box through the PaintBox program can attend to learn more about the program, the eligibility guidelines, and application details. We will be answering artists' questions at the end. 

Join the meetings

The deadline to apply for the program is Friday, May 27, 2022 at 5 p.m.

Apply for PaintBox

NOTICE OF ACCOMMODATIONS

English: Interpretation and translation services are available to you at no cost. If you need them, please contact us at arts@boston.gov, LCA@boston.gov, or 617-635-4445 by May 5, 2022.                             

Spanish - Español: Hay servicios de interpretación y traducción a su disposición sin costo alguno. Si los necesita, póngase en contacto con nosotros mandando un correo electrónico arts@boston.gov, LCA@boston.gov  o llamando a 617-635-4445, hasta esta fecha: 05/05

Haitian Creole -Kreyòl ayisyen:  Sèvis entèpretation ak tradiksyon disponib pou ou san sa pa koute w anyen. Si w bezwen yo, tanpri kontakte nou nan arts@boston.gov LCA@boston.gov  oswa 617-635-4445, ant:  05/05

Traditional Chinese - 繁體中文: 我們可以向您提供口頭翻譯和書面翻譯服務,並不向您收取費用。如您需要,請在05 月 05 日 前與我們連絡,發電子郵件至  arts@boston.gov, LCA@boston.gov 或致電 617-635-4445

Vietnamese - Tiếng Việt: Các dịch vụ thông dịch và biên dịch được cung cấp cho quý vị hoàn toàn miễn phí. Nếu quý vị cần những dịch vụ này, vui lòng liên lạc với chúng tôi theo địa chỉ arts@boston.gov, LCA@boston.gov  hoặc số điện thoại 617-635-4445. ngày cuối: 05/05

Simplified Chinese - 简体中文:  我们可以向您提供口头翻译和书面翻译服务,并不向您收取费用。如您需要,请在05 月 05 日 前与我们联系, 发电子邮件至 arts@boston.govLCA@boston.gov  或致电 617-635-4445

Cabo Verdean Creole - kriolu:  Nu ta oferese-bu sirvisus di interpretason y traduson di grasa. Si bu meste kes sirvisu la, kontata-nu pa email arts@boston.gov, LCA@boston.gov  ó pa telefóni, pa númeru 617-635-4445. Na es data:  05/05

 Arabic - العربية

خدمات الترجمة الشفوية والترجمة التحريرية متوفرة لك دون تحملك أي تكلفة. إذا احتجت لهذه الخدمات، يرجى التواصل معنا على العنوانarts@boston.gov, أو LCA@boston.gov، أو رقم الهاتف 617-635-4445، بحلول يوم 05/05. 

Russian -Русский: Услуги устного и письменного перевода предоставляются бесплатно. Если Вам они нужны, просьба связаться с нами по адресу электронной почты arts@boston.govLCA@boston.gov либо по телефону 617-635-4445. до  05/05

Portuguese - Português: Você tem à disposição serviços gratuitos de interpretação e tradução. Se precisar deles, fale conosco: arts@boston.gov, LCA@boston.gov ou 617-635-4445. Até esta data 05/05

French - Français: Les services d’interprétation et de traduction sont à votre disposition gratuitement. Si vous en avez besoin, veuillez nous contacter à arts@boston.gov, LCA@boston.gov ou au 617-635-4445, d'ici au: 05/05

Somali - Af Soomaali: Adeegyada tarjumaadda iyo fasiraada luuqadaha ayaa diyaar kuu ah adiga oo aan wax kharash ah ka bixin. Haddii aad u baahatid iyaga, fadlan nagala soo xiriir arts@boston.gov, LCA@boston.gov ama 617-635-4445, markay taariikhdu tahay:  05/05

May 12, 2022
  • 12:00pm - 7:00pm
  • Happening virtually
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Amber Torres
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
  • Posted:
2022-05-12T12:00:00 - 2022-05-12T19:00:00
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Picnic In The Park

The Office of Fair Housing and Equity (FHE) is excited to host a series of events called "Picnics in the Park!"

May 6, 2022
2022-05-06T11:00:00 - 2022-05-06T13:00:00

The Office of Fair Housing and Equity (FHE) is excited to be hosting a series of events we are calling "Picnics in the Park!" We will provide a tailored Fair Housing training that will not only cover the history and laws protecting fair housing, but specifically discuss the rights of Boston's LGBTQIA+ community to have equitable access to housing. Afterwards, participants will take proactive steps by canvassing the local area with posters that we will display in local businesses and bulletins. Of course, light lunch will be served because what is a picnic without some refreshments! We look forward to this informative and collaborative event.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Maggie Callaghan at maggie.callaghan@boston.gov or 617-635-2536.

May 6, 2022
2022-05-06T11:00:00 - 2022-05-06T13:00:00
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Picnic In The Park

The Office of Fair Housing and Equity (FHE) is excited to host a series of events called "Picnics in the Park!"

May 3, 2022
2022-05-03T11:00:00 - 2022-05-03T13:00:00

The Office of Fair Housing and Equity (FHE) is excited to be hosting a series of events we are calling "Picnics in the Park!" We will provide a tailored Fair Housing training that will not only cover the history and laws protecting fair housing, but specifically discuss the rights of Boston's LGBTQIA+ community to have equitable access to housing. Afterwards, participants will take proactive steps by canvassing the local area with posters that we will display in local businesses and bulletins. Of course, light lunch will be served because what is a picnic without some refreshments! We look forward to this informative and collaborative event.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Maggie Callaghan at maggie.callaghan@boston.gov or 617-635-2536.

May 3, 2022
2022-05-03T11:00:00 - 2022-05-03T13:00:00

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Beacon Hill Social: State House Tour and Cocktail Hour

Join SPARK Boston for a free State House tour and social event in Beacon Hill with Rep. Scanlon!

May 6, 2022
  • 3:30pm - 6:30pm
  • Massachusetts State House
    24 Beacon Street
    Boston, MA 02133
  • Contact:
    Spark Boston
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Beacon Hill
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2022-05-06T15:30:00 - 2022-05-06T18:30:00

Looking to learn more about the what happens under Beacon Hill's gold dome? Join SPARK Boston and State Representative Adam Scanlon for an afternoon tour and subsequent social hour!

At just 25, Rep. Scanlon is the youngest member of the State's House of Representatives. He will begin the tour at 3:30 p.m. sharp at the Ashburton Place entrance of the State House on Bowdoin Street. At the conclusion of the tour (approximately 4:30 p.m.), we will adjourn to Teddy's (formerly The Red Hat) for appetizers and a cash bar. Come meet current and alumni SPARK Boston Council Members, learn more about how young people can support the State House's work, and experience two iconic Beacon Hill buildings in Boston's brickiest neighborhood!

Register for the event

May 6, 2022
  • 3:30pm - 6:30pm
  • Massachusetts State House
    24 Beacon Street
    Boston, MA 02133
  • Contact:
    Spark Boston
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Beacon Hill
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2022-05-06T15:30:00 - 2022-05-06T18:30:00
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The CORI Effect: Racial Disparities and Real Solutions

In this virtual discussion, an expert panel will explore racial inequities in the criminal justice system and available resources to mitigate their impacts.

May 24, 2022
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • Virtual Event
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Office of Workforce Development
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2022-05-24T18:00:00 - 2022-05-24T19:30:00

The panel will be moderated by Bethany Serota, Esq., OWD Deputy Director of Equity and Inclusion, and features the following speakers:

  • Crispin Birnbaum, Access to Justice Fellow, Lawyers Clearinghouse
  • Ventura Dennis, Staff Attorney, CORI and Re-Entry Project, Greater Boston Legal Services
  • Frank Farrow, Executive Director, Mayor’s Office for Black Male Advancement
  • Dr. Rufus J. Faulk, Senior Policy Advisor to Mayor Wu
  • Davo Jefferson, Executive Director, PowerCorpsBOS 
  • Taron Tibbs, Program Director, STRIVE Boston        
  • Evelyn Velasquez, Case Manager and Employment Specialist, STRIVE Boston 

This event is part of a series of CORI-friendly events presented by the City of Boston's Project Opportunity and partners. All are welcome!

Register for the event

May 24, 2022
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • Virtual Event
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Office of Workforce Development
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2022-05-24T18:00:00 - 2022-05-24T19:30:00
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Community Job Fair

Learn about job openings with CORI-friendly employers and submit your resume to employers that interest you. 

May 25, 2022
  • 5:00pm - 7:00pm
  • Virtual Event
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Office of Workforce Development
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2022-05-25T17:00:00 - 2022-05-25T19:00:00

Participating employers include: 

This event is part of a series of CORI-friendly events presented by the City of Boston's Project Opportunity and partners. All are welcome!

Register for the event

May 25, 2022
  • 5:00pm - 7:00pm
  • Virtual Event
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Office of Workforce Development
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2022-05-25T17:00:00 - 2022-05-25T19:00:00
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Community Resource Fair

Get connected with organizations that offer education opportunities, job training, and critical resources.

May 18, 2022
  • 5:00pm - 7:00pm
  • Virtual Event
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Office of Workforce Development
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2022-05-18T17:00:00 - 2022-05-18T19:00:00
May 18, 2022
  • 5:00pm - 7:00pm
  • Virtual Event
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Office of Workforce Development
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2022-05-18T17:00:00 - 2022-05-18T19:00:00
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