The Friends of the Public Garden is awarding a total of $47,000 to 10 park projects via its 2026 Henry Lee Fund for Boston Parks Awardees. This year’s recipients include Saint Marks Area Civic Association, which is receiving $5,000 to…
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Registration open for 27th annualCharles River Earth Day Cleanup
The 27th annual Charles River Earth Day Cleanup will take place on Friday, April 24, and Saturday, April 25, and volunteer registration is now open at CharlesRiverCleanup.org. This much-loved event brings together over 3,500 community volunteers each year to rejuvenate…
Friends of the South End Library News
South End Library Project prepared for bidding following design adjustments Plans for the new South End Library are moving forward after architects addressed recent concerns regarding the building’s footprint and alley access. With these refinements complete, the project is expected…
Free event at Old South Meeting House – Historyand Society: an In-Person Living Room Conversation
On Wednesday, Feb. 18, Revolutionary Spaces and the Boston Public Library, will host History and Society: An In-Person Living Room Conversation, exploring how historical narratives are shaped, amplified, and sometimes silenced—and what that means for our collective understanding of the…
Launch of ‘Reclaiming History’ permanent exhibitat Josiah Quincy Upper School set for Feb. 25
The Reclaiming History Collective will launch a permanent oral history exhibition, ‘Reclaiming History – A Journey Through Three Neighborhoods,’ at Josiah Quincy Upper School on Wednesday, Feb. 25, with the program beginning at 6 p.m. The exhibition examines the legacy…
Sen. Collins votes to advance ConsumerProtection and Workforce Development Legislation
Last week, Senator Nick Collins chaired a hearing of the Senate Committee on Ways and Means and voted to advance a trio of bills focused on consumer protection and professional licensure, moving the measures favorably out of committee and onto…
Rugg Road Paper Co. settles into new home on Charles Street
Since relocating just across the street in November, Rugg Road Paper Co. is now firmly ensconced in its new home at 130 Charles St. on Beacon Hill. The neighborhood stationary shop left its former home at 105 Charles St. at…
Boston Community Health Collaborative releases2025-2028 Community Health Improvement Plan
The Boston Community Health Collaborative, which is facilitated by the Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) and convenes City departments, public health, healthcare, community based organizations, and Boston residents released the 2025-2028 Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP), a citywide roadmap to…
Experience the Bridge of Joy — and enter to win a sculpture of your own
Special to the Sun Boston residents and visitors alike are invited to take part in a joyful celebration of public art through the Bridge of Joy Photo Contest, now open through February 17, 2026. The contest is part of the…
Parks Department Hosts Feb. School Vacation Week Activities
Children, parents, and caregivers are invited to join the Boston Parks and Recreation Department for February school vacation week. From sports clinics, to our annual Children’s Festival, and nature exploration with the Park Rangers, these activities are FREE and open…