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Aching for a Home: Stories of Homebuying Discrimination in Roxbury

Dewitt Center 122 Dewitt Drive, Boston, MA, United States

For decades, Black people have been kept out of home-buying. Steps towards remedying the harm to potential homebuyers of color caused by past and current policies will be explored and we will share the lived experiences of residents and discuss how to make it right. Community leaders in partnership with Opportunity Communities, Nuestra Comunidad Development ... Read more

Zero Waste Workshop – Trash, Recycling, and Compost in Boston

Codman Square Library 690 Washington Street, Dorchester, MA

Hannah Mermin, the Zero Waste Coordinator from the City of Boston Department of Public Works, will be giving a presentation about waste management/reduction in Boston at the Codman Square Library on Wednesday, April 24 from 11:00 am - 12:00 noon. She will describe the City’s residential waste programs, hand out helpful materials, and answer questions. ... Read more

FICC Earth Day Celebration

Mary Hannon Park 621 Dudley Street, Dorchester, MA, United States

The Fairmont Indigo CDC Collaborative (FICC) is hosting its first Earth Day Celebration on Saturday, April 27th from 11:00am-3:00pm at the Mary Hannon Park in Dorchester. Not only will we have an amazing DJ playing family friendly music, and games for all ages, but we will also be hosting several organizations and vendors. You can ... Read more

Profiteering Off of Black Families: The Economics of Homebuying Discrimination in Roxbury

Dewitt Center 122 Dewitt Drive, Boston, MA, United States

In this community conversation, we'll learn about the economic harm to Black people caused by historic and ongoing racial discrimination in Boston’s housing market. We’ll hear from Roxbury residents impacted and discuss opportunities to redress this discrimination through the Homes for Equity initiative, a collaboration of OppCo, Nuestra Comunidad Development Corporation, and the Massachusetts Affordable Housing Alliance (MAHA). This free ... Read more

City of Boston Office of Small Business Financial Resources Workshop

Boston Public Library, Codman Square Branch 690 Washington Street, Boston, MA, United States

Join the City of Boston Office of Small Business for a workshop on small business financial resources led by Eddy Desir from Cambridge Savings Bank. Tuesday, September 24 3:00 - 4:30 pm Codman Square Branch of the Boston Public Library at 690 Washington Street REGISTER HERE

Youth Entrepreneurship Summit

31 Heath Street, Jackson Square 31 Heath Street, Boston, MA, United States

The Youth Entrepreneurship Summit will bring young people from across Boston together to explore Entrepreneurship! This event is ideal for youth, ages 14-18, looking to enhance their entrepreneurial skills and leadership abilities during a fun and engaging day of hands-on learning at The Possible Zone's Innovation Center. The event will include interactive and engaging workshops, ... Read more

City of Boston Small Business Resource Fair

The Great Hall 6 Norfolk St Dorchester, MA 02124

Join the City of Boston’s Office of Small Business for the Small Business Resource Fair on Wednesday, October 16 from 3:30 pm to 7:30 pm at the Great Hall at Codman Square Health Center. This free, drop-in style business fair will provide new and experienced small business owners with the opportunity to speak directly with City ... Read more

BPS Citywide College, Career & STEM Fair

Reggie Lewis Center 1234 Columbus Avenue, Roxbury Crossing, MA, United States

Attention young scholars, families, and community members. Are you ready to see what the future holds? BPS Citywide College, Career & STEM Fair! Saturday, October 19, 2024 10 AM - 1:30 PM Reggie Lewis Center, Roxbury THE event to explore your possibilities is back! Whether you’re considering higher education, career paths, or STEM opportunities we have ... Read more

Action for Equity – Free HVAC-R Training

420 Washington Street 420 Washington Street, Dorchester, MA, United States

Attention Contractors/Subcontractors: Recruiting for HVAC-R Basics Cycle 2! 100% pass rate for Cycle 1, HVAC-R Basics EPA 608 Universal certification! OPEN SESSIONS—Come Visit: Tuesday, October 29th, 6 PM Tuesday, November 12, 6 PM Training is FREE. HVAC-R Basics Program Details: 26 weeks, 130 hours. Tuesday evening after work hours Certifications: EPA608 Universal, Hot Works, OSHA 30. ... Read more

The Great Pumpkin Smash

English High School 144 McBride Street, Boston, United States

Mothers Out Front is partnering with English High, South Street Youth Center and the City of Boston to compost halloween pumpkins. The Great Pumpkin Smash will be held Saturday, November 2, from 11:00 am - 3:00 pm at English High School in Jamaica Plain. There will be fun ways to smash pumpkins and educational games for ... Read more

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