Allston abutter vote on nip-ban lift tonight

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Allston abutters meeting will consider package-store license change

A virtual abutters meeting tonight from 7 to 8 p.m. will gather community input on whether to remove the restriction barring nip sales from the package store at 1229 Commonwealth Avenue. The City is seeking resident positions on the proposal before any license change proceeds.

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Boston School Committee reviews Madison Park plans and grants

The Boston School Committee is scheduled to meet Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at 6 p.m. The agenda includes Massachusetts School Building Authority programming for Madison Park Technical Vocational High School, a five-year BPS strategic roadmap and more than $5 million in proposed grants, including funding tied to Brighton High School.

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OPAT civilian review board meets Wednesday morning

Boston's Office of Police Accountability and Transparency Civilian Review Board is scheduled to meet Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at 10 a.m. The public agenda includes an executive director's report, prior-meeting minutes and review of several complaint cases.

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Boston health board to discuss insurance threats and Vision Zero

The Boston Public Health Commission Board is scheduled to meet remotely Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at 4 p.m. Discussion topics include threats to insurance coverage and public-health approaches to bicycle and pedestrian safety under Vision Zero.

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Conservation Commission reviews Allston Soldiers Field Road work

The Boston Conservation Commission will hold a virtual hearing Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at 6 p.m. Its agenda includes a request for a certificate of compliance for utility lighting improvements along Soldiers Field Road between the Eliot Bridge and Western Avenue in Allston.

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All Are Welcome Story Time comes to Brighton Branch

On Wednesday, September 16, 2026, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., the Brighton Branch of the Boston Public Library will host All Are Welcome Story Time, highlighting and celebrating the immigrant experience.

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Brighton library hosts all-day Welcome Card Drive

On Wednesday, September 16, 2026, the Brighton Branch will continue its all-day Welcome Card Drive. Participants can make cards for refugees and new immigrants in Massachusetts, with cards distributed through the Refugee & Immigrant Assistance Center.

Boston Public Library

BU offers STEM networking workshop Wednesday evening

On Wednesday, September 16, 2026, from 6 to 7 p.m., Boston University's Center for Career Development will host a workshop on introducing yourself, sustaining professional conversations and networking with confidence in STEM at the Center for Computing & Data Sciences.

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Air Pollution Control Commission holds virtual hearing

The Boston Air Pollution Control Commission is scheduled to hold a virtual public hearing Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at 2:30 p.m. The agenda includes parking-freeze permit applications and updates on the Building Emissions Reduction and Disclosure Ordinance.

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ABHA social bike ride returns Wednesday evening

On Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 6:00 PM, Allston-Brighton Housing Action is hosting a casual social bike ride starting and ending at the Charles River Speedway bike racks in Brighton. The ride follows a 5-mile loop along the Charles and is followed by drinks, snacks, and conversation.

Green Streets Initiative

Brighton Farmers Market open Wednesday afternoon

On Wednesday, September 16, 2026 from 1:30 PM to 6:30 PM, the Brighton Farmers Market is scheduled at Brighton Common. The market includes local foods, farm-fresh produce, sustainable meats, artisanal products, live music, and family-friendly activities.

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