Sharon Haggins-Dunn’s monumental mural Black Women is one of the original murals from Boston's black murals movement of the 1960’s and 70’s. Come gain new insights into this major work at 4 Yarmouth St, Boston followed by a reviting conversation between Sharon, her daughter Brigette and contempary multidisciplanary artist Rixy across the street at The South End Technology Center (359 Columbus Ave, Boston) Roxbury Community College near the Media Arts Building (1234 Columbus Ave).

A reception will follow where you as a community member can be interviewed and asked to share your story about the past, present and future of Roxbury.

All are welcome to this free and public event!

*This public conversation is part of the National Center of Afro-American Artists' new project, FINDING OURSELVES IN PUBLIC SPACES: An Un-monument Project, and it is funded by The Mayor's Office of Arts & Culture's Un-monument Initiative, supported by a grant from The Mellon Foundation.

Photo courtesy by National Center of Afro-American Artists

Join Old North Illuminated on Zoom as part of the Digital Speaker Series Event for a conversation with historian J.L. Bell about the death of Major John Pitcairn and the mystery surrounding his burial.

 

Hear from guest speakers, ask questions, and explore upcoming opportunities — including details on our 2026 funding round.

Our goal is to educate all residents and organizations about the Community Preservation Act. 

To register, please use the link below: 

This workshop will help you understand what employers look for in a resume. It covers the layout, content, and how the words you use can increase your chances of getting an interview. 

Please note that participation in this workshop will not satisfy any Unemployment Insurance or RESEA requirements. Contact your local MassHire office here for additional assistance.

Saving for college can take time. The best time to get started is now! In this webinar, you’ll get helpful tips about college costs, saving strategies, 529 plans, and the benefits of children’s savings accounts. Boston Public Schools families are strongly encouraged to attend. Registration is required.

In this workshop, you will learn:

• How a mortgage works and how to get one.
• How a credit score affects your ability to get a loan.
• The hidden costs of buying a home.
• The amount you need to save for a down payment.
• Where you can get free resources to make the process easier.

Interpretation in Spanish will be available. 

Explore interviewing strategies, commonly asked questions, and unexpected challenges that may arise during the interview process.

Presentado por MassHousing. Si está interesado en comprar una casa, este es el lugar para comenzar. En este taller, aprenderás:

• Cómo funciona una hipoteca y cómo obtener una
• Cómo un puntaje de crédito afecta su capacidad para obtener un préstamo
• ¿Cuál es el costo inicial de comprar una casa?
• ¿Cuánto necesita ahorrar para un pago inicial?
• Donde puede obtener recursos gratuitos para facilitar el proceso