Dear Members and Friends:
We the People: Voting is one of the most effective ways for citizens to influence the policies that affect our daily lives. Get ready for the upcoming November 4th election.
Important Dates:
Oct 25 – Oct 31 Early Voting in Boston is happening now
Oct 28, 5pm: deadline to request a vote-by-mail ballot Vote by Mail
November 4, CITY OF BOSTON MUNICIPAL ELECTION (7AM-8PM)
City Council District 7candidates: Said Coach Ahmed, and Miniard Culpepper,
For more details visit: Election | Boston.gov
Need help because of the Federal Govt shutdown?
Senator Elizabeth Warren: Help with a Federal Agency | Senator Warren
Senator Ed Markey: Help with Federal Agencies | Senator Markey
Rep Ayanna Pressley: Help with a Federal Agency – Ayanna Pressley
Age Strong Open Enrollment Clinics – Medicare open enrollment period is now through DEC 7. Age Strong is hosting over twenty Open Enrollment clinics across Boston to assist older adults in choosing the best healthcare and prescription drug plan to meet their needs. Trained SHINE (Serving the Health Insurance Needs of Everyone) counselors will help residents find the best coverage for the least cost. Older adults are encouraged to schedule an appointment for these events or make an appointment for another time, by calling Age Strong at 617-635-4366. You can find Full info and multi-language flyers here.Fenway/Kenmore clinic on November 12th, 10:30am – 3:30pm, at the FCC.
THE WEEK AHEAD
MBTA Green Line D – 1 week closure starts 8:00 PM Friday, OCT 24 through Friday, OCT 31 end of day. Green Line D Branch will be closed between Riverside and Kenmore as the MBTA performs needed maintenance. There will be two shuttles for this diversion, a local shuttle that makes all stops from Riverside to Kenmore, and an express shuttle that will make all stops from Riverside to Newton Highlands, and then run express to Copley Square.
The City’s MBTA Shutdown webpage provides further detail about this closure.
Blue Bikes Alternative – get 5 free rides
Riders are encouraged to use bicycles as an alternative mode of transportation during the Green Line D Branch shutdown on October 24–31. Use code MBTAGREEN1024 for five (5) free Bluebikes unlocks per user, while supplies last. Visit the MBTA shutdowns 2025 site for full info.
Home Away from Home Program. Sign up deadline: October 30th.
Are you a local Boston neighbor, community leader, co-op employer? Northeastern, alum, staff, or faculty? Home Away from Home, is a Northeastern University initiative connecting international graduate students with the greater Boston community. Share your neighborhood, culture, and local insights in a low-key, meaningful way. No budget, no pressure—just a chance to make a difference, one connection at a time.
- Build cross-cultural connections with current, international graduate students
- Share your favorite local spots
- Invitations to free community events to explore Boston arts, cultural events, and community spirit.
Sign up at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSexL6pSkIUWoTiuJqjGniCxiThOHgRF6B53wc4RWXxiGWs3og/viewform
The deadline to sign-up for Fall 2025 is October 30th, 2025. All matches will be introduced the week of November 6th. Questions? Please email Mallory Pernaa at m.pernaa@northeastern.edu.
UPCOMING & ONGOING
Gardner Museum hosts Free First Thursdays every month: Thursdays at the Gardner Advance registration is encouraged for free timed entry tickets for Museum general admission. Registration opens two weeks before the event for the general public and four weeks in advance for members.
*NEW* Museum of Fine Arts MFA $5 entry Third Thursdays – 5pm – 10pm, next event November 20th. More info at mfa $5 entry 3rd Thursday eves
New England Conservatory of Music– Performances + Events – NECMusic
The Bowker Overpass project: follow progress on the project page.
Free Vaccine Clinics in Boston. No appointment necessary, walk-ins welcome. Staff will ask for your insurance and identification card, but insurance and identification are not required. If you have a health insurance card, please bring it with you. Check the website for dates and locations.
FENWAY CARES Every other Wednesday, 3:30 pm ‘til done – next date: 11/5
Fenway Cares Food Distribution at 2 locations:
West Fenway – Fenway Community Center, 1282 Boylston (enter-Jersey)
East Fenway – Symphony Community Park, 39 Edgerly Road
Volunteers are welcome to sign up for all dates and both locations!
The MGH/MBG Community Care Health Clinic 1-5 p.m. on Fenway Cares dates. Rotates between the West and East Fenway locations (see above). Offerings may include blood pressure monitoring, blood sugar testing, COVID-19 and flu vaccines.
Fenway Community Center on 11/5 / Morville House, 100 Norway Street on 11/19
DEVELOPMENT NEWS by status: “Under Review”: “Board Approved”:
Boston Police D4 Community News eMail for local event details, public announcements, and safety bulletins. Add your email to the list
See you around!
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