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Law enforcement and security job fair

The career fair features job opportunities in law enforcement and security.

October 25, 2017
  • 3:00pm - 5:00pm
  • 1010 Harrison Avenue
    Roxbury, MA 02118
  • Contact:
    Jessica Suriel
  • send an email
  • 617-541-1480
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Social good
  • Published Date
Event Date2017-10-25T15:00:00 - 2017-10-25T17:00:00

The Boston Police Department is proud to join others at the Boston Career Link's Law Enforcement and Security Career Fair.

A few participants include:
  • Boston Police
  • Suffolk County Sherriff's Department
  • US Customs and Border Protection
  • Securitas
  • AlliedUniversal, and
  • much more!
October 25, 2017
  • 3:00pm - 5:00pm
  • 1010 Harrison Avenue
    Roxbury, MA 02118
  • Contact:
    Jessica Suriel
  • send an email
  • 617-541-1480
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Social good
  • Published Date
Event Date2017-10-25T15:00:00 - 2017-10-25T17:00:00

Law Enforcement and Security Info Session

Career panel on jobs in public safety.

October 11, 2017
  • 11:00am - 12:30pm
  • 1010 Harrison Ave.
    Boston, MA 02118
  • Contact:
    Jessica Suriel (Boston Career Link)
  • send an email
  • 617-541-1480
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Back Bay
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Roxbury
    South Boston
  • Event Type:
    Social good
  • Published Date
Event Date2017-10-11T11:00:00 - 2017-10-11T12:30:00

Looking for a career path, and not just a job? Find out if the security industry is for you. The Boston Police Department will participate in the event hosted by the Boston Career Link. Speak with security industry professionals and ask questions. Learn about requirements and opportunities. Representatives from the Boston Police, Aviation Security, Allied Universal, and SECURAMERICA. 

Pre-registration required, contact Jessica Suriel, cc_bsr@bostoncareerlink.org or by phone: 617.541.1480

 

October 11, 2017
  • 11:00am - 12:30pm
  • 1010 Harrison Ave.
    Boston, MA 02118
  • Contact:
    Jessica Suriel (Boston Career Link)
  • send an email
  • 617-541-1480
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Back Bay
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Roxbury
    South Boston
  • Event Type:
    Social good
  • Published Date
Event Date2017-10-11T11:00:00 - 2017-10-11T12:30:00

Boston Police Employer Information Session

Boston Police Employer Information Session
Tuesday, October 17, 2017, 2 pm
UMass Boston, University Hall, 4th Floor, 4100

October 17, 2017
  • 2:00pm - 4:00pm
  • 100 Morrissey Blvd.
    Univ. Hall, 4th Floor, Rm. 4100
    Boston, MA 02125
  • Contact:
    Michael Gaskins
  • send an email
  • 617-343-4677
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Event Type:
    Social good
  • Published Date
Event Date2017-10-17T14:00:00 - 2017-10-17T16:00:00

The Boston Police Department Diversity Recruitment Officer will cover the application process and detailed steps to joining the Boston Police as an Officer. Get helpful information on planning, timeline, on-line resources, and more! This event is free and open to the public. Students and alumni may register using the Beacon Careers Link. The general public can call 617.287.5519 or simply register at the door. 

October 17, 2017
  • 2:00pm - 4:00pm
  • 100 Morrissey Blvd.
    Univ. Hall, 4th Floor, Rm. 4100
    Boston, MA 02125
  • Contact:
    Michael Gaskins
  • send an email
  • 617-343-4677
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Event Type:
    Social good
  • Published Date
Event Date2017-10-17T14:00:00 - 2017-10-17T16:00:00

BCYF International Day of the Girl Celebration

Celebrate the International Day of the Girl with BCYF!

October 14, 2017
Event Date2017-10-14T11:00:00 - 2017-10-14T15:00:00

Boston girls ages 6-18 are invited to join this year's International Day of the Girl celebration, "The Power of the Adolescent Girl, Vision for 2030." This will be a day of activities, special guests, food and prizes.

October 14, 2017
Event Date2017-10-14T11:00:00 - 2017-10-14T15:00:00

BCYF Halloween Skate Night

Youth ages 6 - 17 are invited to show off their costumes and have fun roller skating.

October 27, 2017
Event Date2017-10-27T16:00:00 - 2017-10-27T19:00:00

Boston boys and girls ages 6 - 17 are invited to celebrate Halloween at a fun and festive Skate Night at Chez Vous! Youth 12 and under must come with parent or guardian.

This event is sponsored by:

  • the Shannon Grant
  • Boston P.A.L., and
  • the Foundation for BCYF.
October 27, 2017
Event Date2017-10-27T16:00:00 - 2017-10-27T19:00:00

City of Boston municipal election

The City is holding its municipal election on Tuesday, November 5, from 7 a.m. - 8 p.m.

November 5, 2019
  • 7:00am - 8:00pm
  • across the City of Boston
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Election Department
  • send an email
  • 617-635-8683
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Event Type:
    Other
    Social good
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-11-05T07:00:00 - 2019-11-05T20:00:00

The municipal election includes City Councilor at-large, City Councilor district races, and a citywide nonbinding question.

November 5, 2019
  • 7:00am - 8:00pm
  • across the City of Boston
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Election Department
  • send an email
  • 617-635-8683
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Event Type:
    Other
    Social good
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-11-05T07:00:00 - 2019-11-05T20:00:00
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Election resources

Election resources
List of candidates in 2019 municipal election
How to register to vote
Check your voter registration status
Find your polling location
How to become a poll worker
How to vote by absentee ballot

Boston Police recruiting information session

Join us to get information on applying to become a Boston Police Officer.

October 3, 2017
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • 700 Boylston Street
    KBL Exchange
    Boston, MA 02116
  • Contact:
    Michael Gaskins
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Event Type:
    Social good
  • Published Date
Event Date2017-10-03T18:00:00 - 2017-10-03T20:00:00

You'll meet the Diversity Recruitment Officer and get an overview of the entire hiring process.

October 3, 2017
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • 700 Boylston Street
    KBL Exchange
    Boston, MA 02116
  • Contact:
    Michael Gaskins
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Event Type:
    Social good
  • Published Date
Event Date2017-10-03T18:00:00 - 2017-10-03T20:00:00

POW/MIA Recognition Ceremony 2025

The annual POW/MIA event will take place on Friday, September 19, 2025. This event will held on City Hall Plaza for a flag-raising ceremony. 

September 19, 2025
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Plaza, Flag Pole
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    John Allison
  • send an email
  • 617-241-8387
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Event Type:
    Outdoor
    Social good
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-09-19T10:00:00 - 2025-09-19T12:00:00

Please join us as we reflect upon the extraordinary sacrifices made on behalf of this country's Prisoners of War, as well as by those who are still unaccounted.

Check out our Facebook page for more information as the date approaches.

September 19, 2025
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Plaza, Flag Pole
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    John Allison
  • send an email
  • 617-241-8387
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Event Type:
    Outdoor
    Social good
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-09-19T10:00:00 - 2025-09-19T12:00:00

Holiday Pops Veterans and Military Appreciation Night

You're invited to the Veterans and Military Appreciation Night at the Holiday Pops!

November 30, 2023
  • 7:30pm - 9:00pm
  • 301 Massachusetts Avenue
    Boston, MA 02115
  • Contact:
    Veterans Services
  • send an email
  • 617-635-2257
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Fenway/Kenmore
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
    Social good
  • Published Date
Event Date2023-11-30T19:30:00 - 2023-11-30T21:00:00

The Mayor's Office of Veterans' Services, in partnership with The Holiday Pops and the Highland Street Foundation, will be hosting a Veterans and Military Appreciation Night at The Boston Pops. Join us on Thursday, November 30, at Symphony Hall!  The show starts at 7:30 p.m. at Symphony Hall, 301 Massachusetts Avenue, Boston, MA 02115.



We're limiting requester's to eight tickets at this time. If you'd like to request more tickets, please email us at veterans@boston.gov. This Boston Pops event is part of our effort to engage with service members and their families. This event is a collaboration between:

  • Boston Pops
  • Highland Street Foundation, and
  • Boston Veterans Services.

To register, please click the link below.

November 30, 2023
  • 7:30pm - 9:00pm
  • 301 Massachusetts Avenue
    Boston, MA 02115
  • Contact:
    Veterans Services
  • send an email
  • 617-635-2257
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Fenway/Kenmore
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
    Social good
  • Published Date
Event Date2023-11-30T19:30:00 - 2023-11-30T21:00:00

Event sponsors

Highland Street Foundation
Boston Pops

Fall-o-Ween Children's Festival 2025

Mayor Michelle Wu and the Boston Parks and Recreation Department will host the fifth annual Fall-o-Ween Children’s Festival at the Boston Common Frog Pond.

October 17, 2025
  • 5:00pm - 8:00pm
  • Corner of Charles and Beacon Streets
    Boston, MA 02108
  • Contact:
    Parks and Recreation Department
  • send an email
  • 617-635-4505
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
    Outdoor
    Social good
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-10-17T17:00:00 - 2025-10-17T20:00:00

The Fall-o-Ween Children’s Festival is presented by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department in partnership with the Skating Club of Boston. Key sponsor is HP Hood LLC. Additional support is provided by New England Dairy Council and Polar Beverages. 

Adults and children are encouraged to wear Halloween costumes and participate in a wide range of free, fun, and spooky family-friendly activities. Test your courage in our Haunted Zombie Maze and try the Jumpin’ Pumpkin or Scarecrow Slide. 

A “monster mash” of activities will include music, arts and crafts, treats, rides on the trackless train and field games facilitated by Knucklebones  Visit the New England Dairy displays to enjoy both the Mobile Dairy bar and the Mobile Dairy Experience.  Enjoy live entertainment at the Parks Department Stage with music, magic and a ventriloquist.

Don't miss out, it's going to be frightfully fun! We hope to see you there!

October 17, 2025
  • 5:00pm - 8:00pm
  • Corner of Charles and Beacon Streets
    Boston, MA 02108
  • Contact:
    Parks and Recreation Department
  • send an email
  • 617-635-4505
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
    Outdoor
    Social good
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-10-17T17:00:00 - 2025-10-17T20:00:00
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