Dear Members and Friends:
Hope your holiday wasn’t a washout! We’re looking at some good weather this coming weekend, so be sure to head over to New Edgerly Plaza on Sunday for the Backyard Market (noon-6pm) for a mix of music, art, curated shopping and more. Check out the flyer at the end of this email.
FYI, this coming weekend is the annual Head Of The Charles® Regatta, with thousands of rowers coming into town, and spectators lining the banks of the Charles River. If you haven’t experienced this yet, it’s really worth taking in! Be aware of road closures near Harvard and traffic by the boathouses.
For some hyper–locally inspired river art, head to the Kaji Aso Studio’s “Seasonal Inspirations: The Muddy River” exhibit through October 20th to view stunning landscape paintings by artist Gary Tucker – for info scroll down: https://www.kajiasostudio.com/current-exhibit.
Would you like to help a visiting student feel at home in Boston? Share your love for the Fenway/for Boston? Well, you can, with the Home Away from Home program.
Are you a local Boston neighbor, community leader, co-op employer? Are you a Northeastern, alum, staff, or faculty? Be part of Home Away from Home, 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 by November 6th. Questions? Please email Mallory Pernaa at m.pernaa@northeastern.edu.
US Government shutdown – ongoing
If you need help from your federal officials:
Senator Elizabeth Warren: Help with a Federal Agency | U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts
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Rep Ayanna Pressley: Government Shutdown FAQs – Ayanna Pressley
Help with a Federal Agency – Ayanna Pressley
THE WEEK AHEAD
Tuesday, October 14, 17, and 23, 7-9 pm, Fenway Frequencies at various locations for more information and other dates, see attached flyer for each date’s location!
Wednesday, October 15, 6 PM, The Inspectional Services Department (ISD) is hosting virtual office hours for residents who have questions about permitting, rodent mitigation, and many other services. Meeting registration link: bit.ly/isdvirtualmeeting See the flyer below for full details.
Thursday, October 16, 6 PM (virtual) Let’s Talk Rats: Boston Rodent Action Plan
Join the City for a community meeting to share feedback about ways to improve the trash collection process in Boston! Interpretation services will be provided.
Friday, October 17, 12-1 p.m., Office Hours with City Hall Liaison, Maccon Bonner, Fenway Community Center, 1282 Boylston Street
Sunday, October 19, 12-6 p.m., The Barkyard Market Jamboree at New Edgerly Plaza –The market features local vendors offering art, vintage clothing, handmade jewelry, and more, alongside a live funk and jazz jam session showcasing talented local musicians. This program is supported by Fenway Civic Association; Berklee College of Music; and City of Boston Streets Cabinet. See the flyer below!
UPCOMING
CITY OF BOSTON ELECTIONS
City Council District 7: two candidates advance: Said Coach Ahmed, and Miniard Culpepper,
Important Dates:
- October 25, 2025 Voter Registration Deadline for Municipal Election
- November 4, MUNICIPAL ELECTION (7AM-8PM)
For more details visit: Election | Boston.gov
Want to be a Poll Worker? How to Apply to Become a Poll Worker | Boston.gov
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 England Conservatory of Music–did you know most concerts are free? For calendar information, visit: Performances + Events – NECMusic
The Bowker Overpass project is now active: 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.
Every other Wednesday, 3:30 pm ‘til done – next date: 10/22
FENWAY CARES
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 will now rotate locations between the West Fenway and East Fenway locations from 1-5 p.m. on Fenway Cares dates. The MGH/MBG Community Care Health Clinic will now rotate locations between the West Fenway and East Fenway locations from 1-5 p.m. on Fenway Cares dates. Upcoming schedule: Morville House, 100 Norway Street on 10/22 and Fenway Community Center on 11/5 . Offerings may include blood pressure monitoring, blood sugar testing, COVID-19 and flu vaccines.
DEVELOPMENT NEWS by status: “Under Review”: “Board Approved”:
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See you around!
Promoting a vital and sustainable neighborhood
Fenway Civic Association 