Free flu and COVID clinics start Sept. 23

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Boston Launches Free Flu and COVID Vaccine Clinics Sept. 23

The Boston Public Health Commission opens free flu and COVID-19 vaccine clinics on Sept. 23, with 20 clinics at locations around the city running through early December. No appointment, insurance, or ID is required, though officials recommend bringing an insurance card if you have one. In-home vaccination is also being offered this year to improve access for older adults; the commission urges all residents ages 6 months and older to get a flu shot after last year's severe season.

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Boston Film Festival Opens Tonight at Wang Theatre

The 42nd Boston Film Festival opens tonight at 7 p.m. at the Boch Center Wang Theatre with the world premiere of "Unleashed Spirits: The Rise of the Hollywood Vampires" and a post-screening Q&A; the festival runs through September 21 with more screenings downtown and in Cambridge.

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City Council Backs Striking Encore Casino Workers

The Boston City Council unanimously passed a resolution supporting 1,350 striking Teamsters Local 25 and Unite Here Local 26 workers at Encore Boston Harbor, pledging councilors won't patronize or hold events at the Everett casino until the contract dispute is resolved.

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Genentech and Roche Open Boston Innovation Center

Genentech and Roche celebrated the grand opening of the Roche Genentech Innovation Center Boston on September 17, a research facility focused on cardiovascular, renal, and metabolic disease therapies.

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St. Kitts and Nevis Flag-Raising at City Hall Plaza Today

Boston celebrates St. Kitts and Nevis with a free flag-raising ceremony today from noon to 1:30 p.m. at City Hall Plaza, honoring the local Kittian and Nevisian community.

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Charlestown Library Hosts Children's Musician Evan Haller Today

The Charlestown branch of the Boston Public Library hosts children's musician Evan Haller today from 11 a.m. to noon; registration is full.

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City Council Committee Holds Hearing on Docket 0773 Today

The City Council Committee on City Services holds a public hearing on Docket 0773 today at 10 a.m. in the Iannella Chamber at Boston City Hall, with livestream and remote testimony options.

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Mayor Wu Names Emily Knight Economic Development Chief

Mayor Michelle Wu announced Emily Knight as Boston's new Economic Development Chief; Knight begins the role on October 19.

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City Offers Digital Literacy Workshop Today at 7 Palmer Street

Boston hosts a Digital Literacy Workshop today from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 7 Palmer Street to help residents build technology and online skills.

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USS Constitution Museum Runs 'Forest to Frigate' Program Today

The USS Constitution Museum in Charlestown offers its "Forest to Frigate" program today at 9 a.m., exploring the ship's construction and history through interactive exhibits.

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Freedom Trail Foundation Leads Reverse Walk Into History Tour Today

The Freedom Trail Foundation's "Reverse Walk Into History" tour begins today at 9 a.m., covering historic sites in and around Charlestown.

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MIT Astrogazers Host Stargazing Night at View Boston Today

MIT Astrogazers lead a stargazing event today at 8 p.m. at View Boston's observation deck, 800 Boylston Street, inviting attendees to observe the night sky.

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