By Marianne Salza and Dan Murphy Social activist Melvin Herbert King (October 20, 1928-March 29, 2023) believed in the power of unity. His emphasis on compassion, respect, and inclusivity strengthened families, neighborhoods and political institutions throughout Boston. “In the 130-year…
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Free Family Fun: Dudley Farm Day at Shirley Place
Looking for a family-friendly way to kick-off Spring Recess? On Saturday, April 15 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm, the Shirley-Eustis House, 33 Shirley Street in Roxbury, will host its first Dudley Farm Day. This festival celebrates the arrival of…
Back Bay Architectural Commission To Meet Virtually Wednesday, April 12
The commission will hold its next public hearing virtually on Wednesday, April 12, 2023, at 5 p.m. Please note: This hearing will be held virtually and not in person. To participate, please go to our Zoom meeting link or call…
Wu Announces Kenzie Bok As Incoming Administrator of BHA
Special to the Sun Mayor Michelle Wu announced that Councilor Kenzie Bok will serve as the next Administrator of the Boston Housing Authority (BHA), the public agency charged with providing affordable housing to more than 62,000 Boston residents. Bok will…
Rooted in Holds Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
Love Your Block Spring Cleanup Starts April 22
Special to the Times Mayor Michelle Wu and the Office of Civic Organizing (OCO) announced the Love Your Block spring 2023 cleanups will take place on April 22nd and 29th. Love Your Block is a Citywide community service event that…
Esplanade Association Offers Free Guided Women’s History Tour
For the last day of Women’s History Month, the Esplanade Association will be offering a free guided tour highlighting some of the women who helped shape the history of the park on Friday, March 31. “The Women and the Esplanade:…
City Holds Virtual Meeting on Back Bay Fens Pathways
The Boston Parks and Recreation Department sponsored its fourth meeting virtually on Tuesday, March 28, to discuss conceptual-design options for the Back Bay Fens pathways. Lauren Bryant, project manager for the city agency, said besides looking at accessibility at…
Fenway Civic Association’s Annual Meeting Returns As In-Person Event
The Fenway Civic Association held its 61st annual meting on Wednesday, March 22, at 1325 Boylston St. Tim Horn, president of the board of directors of the board-driven, all-volunteer, member-supported nonprofit organization, offered opening remarks and recalled how for last…
Emily Sweeney Discusses Her Book ‘Gangland Boston’ at West End Museum
By Marianne Salza Boston Globe reporter, Emily Sweeney, discussed her book, “Gangland Boston: A Tour Through the Deadly Streets of Organized Crime,” on March 23, at The HUB50 Community Room, Boston. The Dorchester resident shared fraudulent and violent stories of…