WECA meeting set for Feb. 12 at Neighborhood Center on Thoreau Path The next meeting of the West End Civic Association (WECA) will be held on Thursday, Feb. 12, at 6 p.m. in the Neighborhood Center on Thoreau Path. The guest…
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Chair Yoga at the West End Library The Boston Public Library is partnering with the city’s Age Strong Commission to bring chair yoga classes to the West End. Classes run weekly on Fridays from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Location:…
Gibson House Museum to Offer all-ages ‘Victorian Valentines’ Event Feb. 7
By Times Staff Just ahead of Valentine’s Day, the Gibson House Museum, located at 137 Beacon St. in the Back Bay, will be celebrating the occasion with a special all-ages event, ‘Victorian Valentines’ on Saturday, Feb. 7, from 1-4 p.m.…
Healey takes Action to Keep ICE Out of Schools, Hospitals, Courthouses, and Places of Worship
Special to the Times Governor Maura Healey took action to protect the people of Massachusetts from abuses by President Donald Trump and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. She filed legislation to keep ICE out of courthouses, schools, child care programs,…
AFT Massachusetts Stands with State House Efforts to Protect Residents from ICE
Special to the Times The American Federation of Teachers Massachusetts recently joined Governor Maura Healey as she unveiled an Executive Order to protect Massachusetts residents from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers who continue to operate with unchecked authority fulfilling…
BHWF – Building Sustained Excellence with Sharon Chirban
Story & Photos by Marianne Salza In today’s optimization culture of obsessively maximizing efficiency, continuous self-improvement, and perfectionism, clinical psychologist, Sharon Chirban, Ph.D., reminds clients of the importance of remaining grounded and present. “I think there is a lot of…
Wu Announces Annual Tax Prep Services available for Residents
Special to the Times Mayor Michelle Wu announced that the Boston Tax Help Coalition (BTHC) has launched the 2026 tax season, offering free tax preparation for residents who earn $70,000 per year or less. Eligible residents can file safely while maximizing their…
DCR Announces Series of Events and Programming to Celebrate Black History Month
Special to the Times To celebrate Black History Month, the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) is hosting free interactive events at Roxbury Heritage State Park and Fall River Heritage State Park. The series will provide opportunities for visitors…
Licensing Board Approves First Five Liquor License Upgrades for Beer and Wine Licensees
Special to the Times The Boston Licensing Board approved five applications from beer and wine licensees upgrading to non-transferable all alcoholic beverages licenses. The businesses—89 Charles, Bebop, Carmelina’s, New England Wicked Craft Company, and Serafina—are the first five businesses in…
Foodie’s Markets to Close Longstanding South End Location this June
Dan Murphy Foodie’s Markets will close its at location of more than 30 years at 1421 Washington St. in the South End in June, the company announced this week. “We’ve made the difficult decision to close our South End location…