Landlord sues WNDR museum for $2.8M in back rent

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Landlord sues WNDR museum for $2.8M in back rent

The landlord of Lafayette City Center sued the shuttered WNDR museum and its Chicago owner for at least $2.8 million in back rent and damages. The suit, filed Thursday in Suffolk Superior Court, says WNDR missed two rent payments before abruptly closing with nearly a year left on its lease and accuses the owner of moving exhibits to keep them from creditors.

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City Council holds hearing on curbside food-waste program

The City Council’s Committee on City Services holds a public hearing on the status of Boston’s curbside food-waste collection program at City Hall at 10 a.m.

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Open Runway fashion show at The Steps in Downtown Crossing

Downtown Boston Alliance presents a free open-air fashion show at noon featuring local designers. Rain date Sept. 25.

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NEMPAC adult studio open house in the North End

The North End Music & Performing Arts Center holds a free adult studio open house from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at 50 Tileston St., with refreshments and mini lessons.

North End Music & Performing Arts Center

Leonard Bernstein concert at the West End Museum

The West End Museum, Queer History Boston, and Crescendo Productions present 'West End Story' at the Hub Community Room at 7 p.m.

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Free guided tour of Boston Public Market at 11 a.m.

Boston Public Market offers a free 20-30 minute guided tour covering the market’s history and New England food production.

Boston Public Market

Sam Adams Oktoberfest kicks off at Downtown Taproom

Sam Adams Downtown Boston Taproom at 60 State St. starts its multiday Oktoberfest celebration at 7 p.m. with Bavarian beer, food, and live entertainment.

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ESOL conversation groups at Central Library today

Boston Public Library’s Central Library hosts sessions for Ukrainian speakers (10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.) and advanced beginners (11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.).

Boston Public Library

Teen Beatmaker Challenge at Copley Library with $50 prize

Teen Central at the Boston Public Library’s Copley Square branch hosts a Beatmaker Challenge from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Teens create music for a chance to win a $50 gift card.

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Mayor Wu appoints Emily Knight as economic development chief

Mayor Michelle Wu announced the appointment of Emily Knight, who will start as the city's Economic Development Chief on Oct. 19, 2026.

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