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Coastal storm-risk workshop tonight in Eastie

September 17, 2026

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Coastal storm-risk comment workshop at East Boston Library

Boston's Office of Climate Resilience will host a drop-in workshop tonight from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. at the East Boston Branch Library, offering residents help crafting public comments on coastal storm-risk planning. The session is free and no registration is required unless language interpretation is needed.

City of Boston

City of Boston weekly neighborhood infrastructure projects

On September 16, 2026, the City of Boston released its weekly update on neighborhood infrastructure projects, detailing ongoing work and access impacts.

East Boston Times-Free Press

Atlantic Works Gallery hosts Third Thursday reception

On Thursday, September 17, 2026, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., Atlantic Works Gallery will host a reception for its September exhibitions MOVE, Reverie, and Cubismo Kirk in East Boston.

EastBoston.com

Animal Rescue League program at East Boston Library

On Thursday, September 17, 2026 from 4:00–4:45 p.m., the Animal Rescue League of Boston is presenting a program at the East Boston location of the Boston Public Library to teach children and families about its work helping animals through adoption, training, and community activities.

Boston Public Library

English conversation group at East Boston Library

On Thursday, September 17, 2026, from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m., the East Boston Branch of the Boston Public Library will hold an English-for-Speakers-of-Other-Languages conversation group.

Boston Public Library

Free flu and COVID-19 vaccines available citywide

The Boston Public Health Commission is hosting free vaccine clinics offering flu and COVID-19 vaccinations across the city.

City of Boston

Boston Public Library Branches Launch Weeklong Welcome Card Drive

Multiple Boston Public Library neighborhood branches launch an all-day Welcome Card Drive beginning Monday, September 14, 2026, inviting community members of all ages to craft cards welcoming newly arrived refugees and immigrants to Massachusetts.

Boston Public Library

East Boston Residents Invited to Shape Maverick Square Redesign

The City of Boston invited East Boston community members to review preliminary concepts and share feedback on pedestrian, transit, and roadway safety upgrades through the Maverick Square Transportation Action Plan.

Caught In Eastie

East Boston to Celebrate Mexican Independence Day on Border St

Festival Viva México Boston 2026 will celebrate Mexican Independence Day on Saturday, September 19 at 102 Border Street in East Boston with authentic food, live music, folkloric dance, and El Grito with Consul Carlos Iriarte.

Caught In Eastie

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