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Chinatown and Bay Village Coffee Hour

Join Mayor Michelle Wu and City Staff for coffee and conversation!

May 18, 2026
Event Date2026-05-18T10:30:00 - 2026-05-18T11:30:00

Bay Village Coffee Hour

Mayor Wu’s Neighborhood Coffee Hours offer a unique opportunity to speak directly with the Mayor and staff from City departments about City services and resident concerns. Through personal conversations, and a suggestion box at each site, Mayor Wu looks forward to hearing how the City of Boston can improve parks, public areas, and City services.

May 18, 2026
Event Date2026-05-18T10:30:00 - 2026-05-18T11:30:00

Canceled:
E-Bike Day: Mattapan

Reason for cancellation: Due to the loss of our team member, this event has been postponed.
July 16, 2026
Event Date2026-07-16T15:30:00 - 2026-07-16T19:00:00

Two side-by-side photos showing e-bikes and their owners. First photo shows an e-bike tune up session. Second photo shows an e-bike group ride.

E-Bike Days are events that take place monthly (each month at a different location) and include:

  • Part 1 | 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. | Free 10 min e-bike tune ups
  • Part 2 | 5:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. | Tips for safe riding
  • Part 3 | 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. | Community ride (weather permitting)

You are welcome to attend all or part of the event!

Registration is required, and will open on June 16. For questions, email ebikes@boston.gov

July 16, 2026
Event Date2026-07-16T15:30:00 - 2026-07-16T19:00:00

E-Bike Day: Allston

Own an e-bike? Join us for free bike tune ups, discussion, and a community ride!

June 18, 2026
Event Date2026-06-18T15:30:00 - 2026-06-18T19:00:00

Two side-by-side photos showing e-bikes and their owners. First photo shows an e-bike tune up session. Second photo shows an e-bike group ride.

E-Bike Days are events that take place monthly (each month at a different location) and include:

  • Part 1 | 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. | Free 10 min e-bike tune ups
  • Part 2 | 5:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. | Tips for safe riding
  • Part 3 | 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. | Community ride (weather permitting)

You are welcome to attend all or part of the event!

Registration is required, and will open on May 28. For questions, email ebikes@boston.gov

June 18, 2026
Event Date2026-06-18T15:30:00 - 2026-06-18T19:00:00

E-Bike Day: Roxbury

Own an e-bike? Join us for free bike tune ups, discussion, and a community ride!

May 28, 2026
Event Date2026-05-28T15:30:00 - 2026-05-28T19:00:00

Two side-by-side photos showing e-bikes and their owners. First photo shows an e-bike tune up session. Second photo shows an e-bike group ride.

E-Bike Days are events that take place monthly (each month at a different location) and include:

  • Part 1 | 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. | Free 15 min e-bike tune ups
  • Part 2 | 5:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. | Tips for safe riding
  • Part 3 | 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. | Community ride (weather permitting)

You are welcome to attend all or part of the event!

Registration is required. For questions, email ebikes@boston.gov

May 28, 2026
Event Date2026-05-28T15:30:00 - 2026-05-28T19:00:00

Fixit Clinic: Boston Building Resources

Explore troubleshooting and repair with volunteer coaches.

June 13, 2026
Event Date2026-06-13T13:00:00 - 2026-06-13T16:00:00

Fixit Clinics are free workshops where people bring broken stuff—from bikes to blenders to blazers—and volunteer coaches share their tools and know-how to help troubleshoot and (hopefully) repair items. These meet-ups build hands-on skills, confidence, community, and a culture of reuse and repair; they are family-friendly and open to all. The City of Boston Environment Department is partnering with Boston Building Resources to host one of these events. 

REGISTER YOUR ITEM

VOLUNTEER TO COACH OR OBSERVE

WHAT SHOULD I BRING?

  • A broken gadget, small appliance, computer, toy, textile good, or other item

  • A description of what’s wrong and anything you’ve tried to fix it

  • Useful tools and parts, if you have them

  • A desire to learn and share your knowledge!

June 13, 2026
Event Date2026-06-13T13:00:00 - 2026-06-13T16:00:00

Fixit Clinic Junior: Mattapan

Explore troubleshooting and repair with volunteer coaches.

June 6, 2026
Event Date2026-06-06T14:00:00 - 2026-06-06T16:00:00

Fixit Clinics are free workshops where people bring broken stuff—from bikes to blenders to blazers—and volunteer coaches share their tools and know-how to help troubleshoot and (hopefully) repair items. These meet-ups build hands-on skills, confidence, community, and a culture of reuse and repair.

The City of Boston Environment Department is partnering with the Mattapan Branch of the Boston Public Library to host one of these events. This special Fixit Clinic Junior is for children ages 6-18 years old!

REGISTER YOUR ITEM

Volunteer

WHAT SHOULD I BRING?

  • A broken gadget, toy, appliance, computer, or other item

  • A description of what’s wrong and anything you’ve tried to fix it

  • Parts and tools, if you have them

  • A desire to learn and share your knowledge!

June 6, 2026
Event Date2026-06-06T14:00:00 - 2026-06-06T16:00:00

Innovation Expo

Come explore the forward-thinking and bold ways City workers have made Boston a home for everyone.

May 6, 2026
Event Date2026-05-06T10:00:00 - 2026-05-06T13:30:00

Showcasing what’s possible in municipal government, this open-to-all event highlights how innovation and creative problem-solving can drive progress while improving city services.


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Expo Info

May 6, 2026
Event Date2026-05-06T10:00:00 - 2026-05-06T13:30:00

Rutherford / Sullivan Redesign Public Meeting #3

Join the City at our third and final community meeting before we submit the 25% design to MassDOT.

 

May 6, 2026
Event Date2026-05-06T18:00:00 - 2026-05-06T20:00:00

The project team for the Rutherford Ave/Sullivan Square Design Project will explain our procedure of making design decisions, share the proposed design alternative, and review the project timeline and next steps. We will leave time at the end for your questions.

May 6, 2026
Event Date2026-05-06T18:00:00 - 2026-05-06T20:00:00

Mattahunt Woods Urban Wild Community Tour

Join Friends of Mattahunt Woods, City Staff, and neighbors for a guided community tour of the recently renovated Urban Wild!

May 16, 2026
Event Date2026-05-16T10:00:00 - 2026-05-16T12:00:00

The tour will start at the Itasca Street entrance (249 Itasca Street) and conclude with a social hour and refreshments at the Colorado Street entrance (206 Colorado Street). 

WHAT TO BRING

Comfortable clothing for the trails, curiosity, and any stories from Mattahunt that you may have.

This event will occur rain or shine, except in cases of severe weather such as thunderstorms. 

May 16, 2026
Event Date2026-05-16T10:00:00 - 2026-05-16T12:00:00

Nira Rock: Volunteer Tree Planting

Join Urban Wilds Program staff, and neighbors to lend a hand at Nira Rock Urban Wild. We will focus our efforts on planting native trees and shrubs.

May 9, 2026
Event Date2026-05-09T10:00:00 - 2026-05-09T13:00:00
  • The event will happen, rain or shine. We will cancel in the case of extreme weather such as thunderstorms.
  • We strongly encourage that you bike, walk, take public transit, or carpool. There is very little parking available.
  • Wear close-toed shoes and clothes for working outdoors. Expect to be digging, raking, and maybe even kneeling/crouching. 

Meet at: 10 Grotto Glen Rd, Boston, MA 02130 (end of Grotto Glen Rd, near Jefferson Playground)

May 9, 2026
Event Date2026-05-09T10:00:00 - 2026-05-09T13:00:00
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