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'Old Men Walking' follows retirees' walk club

September 20, 2026

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'Old Men Walking' documentary spotlights West Roxbury walking club

The documentary "Old Men Walking" follows a walking club that West Roxbury native Michael Connelly formed with childhood friends in retirement. It screened at the Boston Film Festival, with showings coming up in Dedham.

The Boston Bulletin

West Roxbury Synagogue Holds Kol Nidre Service Tonight

Temple Hillel B'nai Torah holds its Kol Nidre service tonight, Sunday, Sept. 20, from 6:15 to 8:30 p.m., at 120 Corey Street in West Roxbury.

Temple Hillel B'nai Torah

Roslindale Abutters Meeting Set for Sept. 21 on 97 Paine Street Proposal

The city has scheduled a virtual abutters meeting for Monday, Sept. 21, on a proposal to change 97 Paine Street in Roslindale from a single-family to two-family home.

City of Boston

Roslindale branch to screen John Huston film later in September

The Boston Public Library Roslindale Branch is promoting a Directed by John Huston film series featuring screenings and discussions led by Barry Marshall, with an event including the film "Heaven Knows, Mr. Allison" scheduled for September 21, 2026, as part of its September arts programming.

Boston Public Library

Boston Ensures Access to Free Flu and COVID-19 Vaccines

The Boston Public Health Commission is hosting free flu and COVID-19 vaccine clinics citywide to help residents stay protected from serious respiratory illness.

City of Boston

Landmarks Commission Schedules Hearing on Citywide Facade Alterations

The Boston Landmarks Commission posted a public notice on Friday, September 11, 2026, for a virtual design review and business hearing set for September 22 to review exterior renovations, lighting, and commercial signage proposals across several neighborhoods.

City of Boston

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