Mandela Homes reopens Section 8 waitlists

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Mandela Homes Opens Affordable Rental Applications in South End

Mandela Homes at 1855 Washington St. is reopening its Project-Based Section 8 waiting lists for studio, one-, two-, three- and four-bedroom apartments. Applications will be available October 8 through October 23, 2026, with placement by lottery. Households must meet income limits set at 30% and 50% of Area Median Income — up to $36,000 or $60,000 for one person — and all applicants will be screened for eligibility.

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Red Sox Clinch AL Wild Card Berth

The Boston Red Sox secured an American League Wild Card berth on September 20, 2026, aided by Mike Yastrzemski's home run and the Atlanta Braves' win over Houston, earning their second straight postseason trip.

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Boston Teachers Union Book Fair Gives Away 40,000 Books

The Boston Teachers Union's Back to School Fair in Dorchester on September 20, 2026, distributed more than 40,000 free books to Boston Public Schools students, families, and educators.

The Boston Globe

Homework Help Available at Central Library Today

Boston Teachers Union volunteers offer homework help from 4 to 6 p.m. today, September 21, at the Central Library in Copley Square.

Boston Public Library

Yom Kippur Morning Service Held at The Vilna Today

The Vilna Shul holds a Yom Kippur morning service from 10 a.m. to noon today, September 21, in Boston.

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SBA Workshop on Starting a Business Set for Central Library

The Boston Public Library hosts "Starting and Growing a Business: The SBA Advantage" from 1:30 to 3 p.m. today, September 21, at the Central Library in Copley Square.

Boston Public Library

Knitting Circle Pairs Crafts With News Talk at Central Library

The Central Library hosts "Unraveling the News," a knitting and crochet conversation circle, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. today, September 21.

Boston Public Library

Explore and Play Offers Activities for Young Kids at Central Library

Children ages 0 to 5 can use self-guided activity stations during Explore and Play from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. today, September 21, at the Central Library in Copley Square.

Boston Public Library

BPL Offers Homework Help at Multiple Branches Monday

On September 21, 2026 from 3 to 5 p.m., the Boston Public Library offered Boston Teachers Union Homework Help at multiple branches, including South Boston and Lower Mills, with assistance from BPS teachers.

Boston Public Library

Late-Day LEGOs Program Set for Chinatown Branch Tonight

The Chinatown branch library hosts Late-Day LEGOs from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. today, September 21, inviting visitors to build with LEGOs and foam blocks during extended Monday hours.

Boston Public Library

Patriots Notch 600th Franchise Win, Beat Steelers 20-3

The New England Patriots earned their first win of the 2026 season, defeating the Pittsburgh Steelers 20-3 at Gillette Stadium on September 20 for the franchise's 600th all-time regular-season victory.

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