Free Bachata class on the Esplanade tonight

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Esplanade hosts 'International Moves & Food' dance series

The Esplanade Association and Boston Dance Alliance host a free Bachata and Merengue class at 6 p.m. at Hatch Grove, next to the Hatch Shell at the foot of the Fiedler Footbridge, led by Anara Frank. The 60-minute class is followed by free food and beverages from local restaurants for participants to connect socially. Pre-registration is recommended so attendees receive updates; organizers ask people to cancel if they can no longer attend.

The Esplanade Association

Red Sox host Diamondbacks at Fenway Aug 17 and 18

The Boston Red Sox play back-to-back home games against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Fenway Park on Monday, August 17, and Tuesday, August 18, both starting at 7:10 p.m.

Meet Boston

Madrugada retail pop-up wraps up today on Winter Street

The Madrugada pop-up at 39 Winter Street in downtown Boston, featuring exclusive designs from emerging brands, runs through today, August 17.

Downtown Boston Alliance

Morrissey Boulevard lane closures set for gas main repairs

Beginning August 17 and continuing through November 15, alternating lane closures will be implemented on Morrissey Boulevard between Victory Road and Popes Hill Street for gas main repairs.

Mass.gov

JP community meeting on Boylston Street residential project set for tonight

The City of Boston hosts a virtual abutters meeting tonight at 6 p.m. to collect community feedback on a proposed residential conversion at 205-207 Boylston Street in Jamaica Plain.

City of Boston

Peoples Baptist Church hosts CPA funding info session

On August 17 from 6-7:30 p.m., the City of Boston holds an in-person 'CPA Meet and Greet' at Peoples Baptist Church in Lower Roxbury to help residents learn how to secure funding for affordable housing and park projects.

City of Boston

Boston Bikes hosts family 'Bike Town' pop-up at McKay School

On August 17 from 4-7 p.m., Boston Bikes hosts a free 'Bike Town' pop-up event at the McKay School in East Boston to teach children ages 4-12 how to ride and practice safe cycling skills.

City of Boston

Fenway Community Center holds 2026 Annual Meeting

The Fenway Community Center hosts its 2026 Annual Meeting on August 17 from 6-7 p.m. to celebrate recent achievements and discuss upcoming neighborhood programs.

Fenway Community Center

Thoreau Path reconstruction moves to concrete prep

Crews in the West End continue excavating and grading Thoreau Path starting the week of August 17 in preparation for concrete pouring.

City of Boston

Red Sox place Masataka Yoshida on 10-day injured list

The Boston Red Sox placed designated hitter Masataka Yoshida on the 10-day injured list on August 16 with a hamstring strain, calling up Mickey Gasper and Raymond Burgos.

The Japan Times

Green Line C branch trains bypass Brandon Hall stop

Starting August 17, Green Line C branch trains will bypass the Brandon Hall street-level stop in both directions through October 4 to accommodate ongoing accessibility improvements.

MBTA

MFA hosts guided 'America at 250' gallery tour

On August 17 at 1 p.m., the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston leads a 60-minute guided tour showcasing 18th-century art from across the Americas, highlighting themes of nationhood and identity.

Museum of Fine Arts Boston

Community Preservation Committee meets Monday at noon

On August 17 at noon, the Community Preservation Committee is scheduled to meet virtually to discuss CPA policy priorities and FY27 funding round plans.

Boston.gov

Age Strong behavioral-health grant application closes

Applications for Boston's FY27 Enhancing Behavioral Health Care Access for Older Adults grant are due August 17 at 5 p.m., with $450,000 available to support services for residents age 55 and older.

Boston.gov