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.
CITY OF BOSTON ELECTIONS
- October 25, 2025 Voter Registration Deadline for Municipal Election
- November 4, MUNICIPAL ELECTION (7AM-8PM)
City Council District 7candidates: Said Coach Ahmed, and Miniard Culpepper,
For more details visit: Election | Boston.gov
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Need help because of the Federal Govt shutdown?
US Government shutdown – ongoing
Senator Elizabeth Warren: Help with a Federal Agency | U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts
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Help with a Federal Agency – Ayanna Pressley
Want to help a visiting student feel at home?
Home Away from Home program. 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 by November 6th. Questions? Please email Mallory Pernaa at m.pernaa@northeastern.edu.
THE WEEK AHEAD
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!
Sunday, October 19, 2-2:45 p.m., Horse-Of-Course | Boston.gov
Meet near the James P. Kelleher Rose Garden in The Back Bay Fens
73 Park Dr, Come along as the Boston Park Rangers introduce you with one of our equine partners. Spend 30-minutes exploring how we feed, groom, and tack up our mounts as they get ready for patrol in Boston’s parks. For information on this and future events hosted by the Park Rangers visit the Boston Park Rangers homepage.
Wednesday, October 22, Fenway Cares (full details below in ONGOING)
Thursday, October 23, 7-9 pm, Fenway Frequencies (final event) for more information, see attached flyer!
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 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 