Alexander Hamilton Statue, across from 5 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA, 02116

Come explore Commonwealth Avenue in Boston's Back Bay and see it like a local!&nbsp;Guided by a knowledgeable and friendly guide and storyteller, this engaging 90-minute, small-group tour explores the neighborhood's rich history, architecture and public art from the mid-19th century to today. Marvel at the stunning brownstones and hear stories about the families who lived there. Discover why the men and women remembered with statues earned their spots along the Commonwealth Avenue Mall. Gain insider insights into the vibrant neighborhood that thrives today! The tour covers about one mile on a shady, wide, paved central path. Book today!

Local Event: Amazing Commonwealth Avenue Walking Tour!

Suffolk County

Back Bay

Massachusetts

Amazing Commonwealth Avenue Walking Tour!

Come explore Commonwealth Avenue in Boston's Back Bay and see it like a local! Guided by a knowledgeable and friendly guide and...

Looking for something a little different to do this weekend? Spend it with a little less scrolling and a little more soul. 🎶 Join Pete Sacco and Kyle Winslow Smith for 75 minutes of all-levels yoga inside the incredible Museum of Modern Renaissance. Kyle will alternate between acoustic guitar and piano while we move, breathe and finish with a sweet extended Savasana—all surrounded by floor-to-ceiling art. 📅 Saturday, October 10 • 7 PM 📍 Museum of Modern Renaissance • Somerville, MA Beginners are absolutely welcome. Bring your mat, bring a friend and arrive 10–15 minutes early. 🎟️ [Check out the event and reserve your spot here](https://www.eventbrite.com/o/pete-sacco-81308330903) You can also message @BulldogFlowBoston to book directly with Venmo. More info: <a href="https://Bulldogflowboston.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">BulldogFlowBoston.com</a>
Full Refunds within 7 days of the Event!

Local Event: Yoga with Live Piano & Guitar @ The Museum of Modern Renaissance!

Middlesex County

Somerville

Yoga with Live Piano & Guitar @ The Museum of...

Looking for something a little different to do this weekend?  Spend it with a little less scrolling and a little more soul. 🎶 ...

Yoga with Live Piano & Guitar @ The Museum of Modern Renaissance!

Goodwill Boston Career Center

Ready to find the job that’s right for you?
On October 14, Goodwill’s Job and Training Fair will bring employers from across Greater Boston together in one place, giving job seekers the chance to connect directly with organizations that are hiring right now.
Participating employers include Boston Children’s Hospital, Boston College, Boston Fire Department, Enterprise Mobility, Museum of Science, Transportation Security Administration (TSA), United States Postal Service, YMCA of Greater Boston, and many more!
Whether you’re looking for your next job or considering a career change, come meet employers, ask questions, and see what opportunities could be a good fit for you. Register today using the link below.
<a href="https://careercenter.goodwillmass.org/event/fall-job-fair/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">careercenter.goodwillmass.org/event/fall-job-fair/</a>

Local Event: Meet Employers Hiring Now at Goodwill's Job and Training Fair

Boston

Meet Employers Hiring Now at Goodwill's Job and...

Ready to find the job that’s right for you?
On October 14, Goodwill’s Job and Training Fair will bring employers from across...

Meet Employers Hiring Now at Goodwill's Job and Training Fair

The Advent School

Join us on Saturday, October 17, for The Advent School's Open House and discover what makes an Advent education such a joyful and transformative experience for children and families. During this engaging event, parents and caregivers will have the opportunity to meet our dedicated faculty, school leaders, current parents, and students while learning about our distinctive Reggio Emilia-inspired approach to education for children in Pre-K through Grade 6.
<a target="_blank" href="https://adventschool.myschoolapp.com/app/embed#admeventregister/817/selector=.internet/1786031657%3acQOW5WI3dJkWwUdZyKduslmVhwwgxRwjyh7tPsiIPqwcor1nf%2b5XhTFf61OqD3bNSIlwnF9b8v0Xvy2xTifBhA%3d%3d" rel="nofollow noopener">Kindly register via this form</a>.
You'll enjoy a guided tour led by current students, offering an authentic glimpse into daily life at Advent. Visit classrooms and see examples of learning in action, explore our inspiring learning spaces—including the Atelier—and see firsthand how curiosity, creativity, and academic rigor come together in meaningful, project-based learning experiences.
Throughout the program, you'll learn how our students develop confidence, critical thinking skills, strong academic foundations, and a lifelong love of learning. We'll also share how Advent's personalized approach and close-knit community prepare graduates to thrive at Boston's most sought-after independent, public, and exam schools.
Whether you're just beginning your school search or looking for a community where your child will be deeply known, challenged, and celebrated, we invite you to experience the warmth, purpose, and possibility of The Advent School. We look forward to welcoming you.

Local Event: Open House for pre-K to Grade 6

Beacon Hill

Open House for pre-K to Grade 6

Join us on Saturday, October 17, for The Advent School's Open House and discover what makes an Advent education such a joyful...

Spruce Street Nursery School

Our Open House is a wonderful opportunity to experience the warmth and community of Spruce firsthand. Families are invited to meet members of our leadership team, classroom teachers, and current parents, who are eager to share their experiences, answer questions, and provide insight into life at Spruce. ‍ Children are absolutely welcome to attend this fun event, where they can begin to feel a connection to the school. While an RSVP is not required, we would appreciate knowing if you plan to join us.

Local Event: Spruce Street Nursery School Admissions Open House!

South End

Spruce Street Nursery School Admissions Open...

Our Open House is a wonderful opportunity to experience the warmth and community of Spruce firsthand. Families are invited to...

Spruce Street Nursery School Admissions Open House!

Eustis Estate Museum, Milton

Step inside the Eustis Estate after dark for a spirited evening inspired by the Victorian fascination with ghosts, séances, and the supernatural.
Explore the 19th-century mansion, receive a tarot card reading, play Victorian parlor games, and have Monsters of Salem capture your own ghostly keepsake portrait. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres, dessert, and a complimentary glass of wine, beer, or bubbly along the way.
Dress to impress the spirits: 1860s–1920s attire is encouraged, or come in modern moody or formal gothic dress.
<a href="https://hne.info/EustisSpiritualistSoiree?utm_source=patch&amp;utm_medium=event_listing&amp;utm_campaign=beyond_the_veil" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Advance registration required. Get tickets at HistoricNewEngland.org.</a>

Local Event: A Spiritualist Soiree in the Mansion

A Spiritualist Soiree in the Mansion

Step inside the Eustis Estate after dark for a spirited evening inspired by the Victorian fascination with ghosts, séances, and...

Kings

The Patriots are taking on the Bears. We’re making a night of it.
Join us in the Seaport Draft Room for a full-on Patriots watch party featuring sports radio personalities, a former Patriots Super Bowl champion, a wing-eating showdown and, of course, the game on the big screens.
BEFORE KICKOFF
Meet Joe Murray of 98.5 The Sports Hub
Get to Kings early for a pre-game meet &amp; greet with Joe Murray of 98.5 The Sports Hub. Joe will stick around through the first half, so you can grab a drink, talk some football and get your game-day takes straight from the Sports Hub.
WING EATING CONTEST
Things are about to get messy.
Think you can put away some wings? Step up for our Wing Eating Contest, hosted by Donnie White, the voice of Kuhlman Electric.
Come hungry. Leave victorious. Or leave very, very full.
MEET A PATRIOTS SUPER BOWL CHAMPION
Jermaine Wiggins is pulling up.
Former Patriots tight end and current co-host of The Greg Hill Show on WEEI, Wiggy will be joining us as well.
He’ll have his Super Bowl ring in tow and will be on hand to meet fans, sign autographs and talk all things Patriots.

Local Event: New England Vs. Chicago Watch Party

New England Vs. Chicago Watch Party

The Patriots are taking on the Bears. We’re making a night of it.
Join us in the Seaport Draft Room for a full-on Patriots...

Church of the Covenant

Kicking off its 54th (!!) season, the venerable Aardvark Jazz Orchestra reflects on America at 250 with a program honoring freedom, diversity, inclusion and other bedrock ideas of democracy. Music will include 18th century Boston composer William Billings’ Chester, compositions by Aardvark founder and conductor Mark Harvey including The Journey, Of The People, Passione, and No Walls, and John Coltrane’s rarely heard tribute Miles Mode in honor of the centennials of Coltrane and Miles Davis.$20 advance general admission, $25 at the door. $10 for students, $5 for EBT/WIC cardholders.

Local Event: Aardvark Jazz Orchestra 

Aardvark Jazz Orchestra 

Kicking off its 54th (!!) season, the venerable Aardvark Jazz Orchestra reflects on America at 250 with a program honoring...

Cambridge Public Library

Brook Farm Institute for Critical Studies welcomes Irus Braverman as the next speaker in our public lecture series, Critical Interventions:
Animals have long played important roles in human warfare. Drawing on ethnographic research and on her own experiences growing up in Palestine-Israel, Braverman will explore how nonhuman animals have become active participants in Israeli warfare and how warfare itself has been shaped by their presence. Introducing the concept of "multispecies warfare," she will show that animals are not simply instruments of military violence, but that they also acquire political significance through animal welfare regulations, animal rights initiatives, property regimes, and environmental protections. Sheep seize territory through grazing, dogs become subjects of rescue and humanization, donkeys sustain mobility under siege, crocodiles operate as imagined security technologies, and camel movement becomes criminalized through conservation laws. Warfare, then, is enacted through both violence and care. By tracing unexpected connections between humans, animals, and war, Braverman will offer a new way of thinking about warfare itself: not as an exclusively human endeavor, but as a complex multispecies project that shapes political worlds.
This free and public event will take place in the Community Room of the Cambridge Public Library.

Local Event: Multispecies Warfare in Palestine-Israel: A talk by Irus Braverman

Cambridge

Multispecies Warfare in Palestine-Israel: A...

Brook Farm Institute for Critical Studies welcomes Irus Braverman as the next speaker in our public lecture series, Critical...

Multispecies Warfare in Palestine-Israel: A talk by Irus Braverman

BU Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences (CDS)

The Center for Media Innovation &amp; Social Impact’s 2026 Summit brings together scholars, journalists, scientists, community leaders, influencers, technologists, and members of the public to explore what it means to be “rooted” in a rapidly changing digital society. The Summit will feature keynote speakers <a href="https://www.hks.harvard.edu/faculty/marshall-ganz" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Marshall Ganz</a>, Rita E. Hauser Senior Lecturer in Leadership, Organizing and Civil Society at the Harvard Kennedy School of Government and <a href="https://www.social-connection.org/person/jillian-racoosin/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Jillian Racoosin</a>, Executive Director of the Foundation for Social Connection. Through panels and workshops focused on community, ecology, and attention, attendees will examine how emerging technologies can strengthen our connections to one another and the world around us.
Please register for this free event <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScB2LEZiSU_DwvpAGV5lBSh3DweGBLSSleLnXlALBxDC7QuEw/viewform" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">here</a>. If you have any questions, email misi@bu.edu.

Local Event:  MISI Annual Summit: The Need for Roots in a Digital Society

 MISI Annual Summit: The Need for Roots in a...

The Center for Media Innovation & Social Impact’s 2026 Summit brings together scholars, journalists, scientists, community...

 MISI Annual Summit: The Need for Roots in a Digital Society

Gibson House Museum

Join us for a lecture on prominent Boston doctor Freeman Allen's private life as he struggled with addiction in the last years of his life.
Join Gibson House Museum curator Hailey Robbins for a lecture on Dr. Freeman Allen, Massachusetts General Hospital’s first staff anesthetist and husband of Mary Ethel Gibson. A prominent Boston doctor, Freeman struggled behind closed doors with addiction to morphine and spent the last years of his life in and out of mental health facilities. All the while, Ethel served as his confidant, support system, and anchor.
Content Warning: This lecture discusses mental illness, opiate addiction, alcoholism, suicide, and grief. Please listen with caution. If you or a loved one is struggling with mental illness or addiction, please visit https://namimass.org/resources/ for support. You are not alone.

Local Event: Anesthesia, Addiction, and Asylums: The Private Life of Dr. Freeman Allen

Anesthesia, Addiction, and Asylums: The Private...

Join us for a lecture on prominent Boston doctor Freeman Allen's private life as he struggled with addiction in the last years...

Anesthesia, Addiction, and Asylums: The Private Life of Dr. Freeman Allen

Virtual

You may not expect a community so deeply academic to be so warm and welcoming, but Commonwealth contains multitudes—just like you.
Are you interested in applying&nbsp;for the 2027–2028&nbsp;school year? <a href="https://www.commschool.org/admissions-aid/admissions-events/registration" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Come to our Virtual Open House</a> to hear from current students and faculty, learn about different areas of school life, and discover all that makes Commonwealth so uncommon.
You will&nbsp;get a real sense of the Commonwealth experience and what your future here might be like:
<ul><li>Connect with inquisitive current students and friendly faculty</li><li>Learn about different areas of school life</li><li>Get answers to your admissions and financial aid questions</li><li>And much more…</li></ul>
Please register to reserve your spot. Both&nbsp;students and parents/primary caregivers are welcome to join us.
We cannot wait to meet you!

Local Event: Commonwealth School Virtual Open House

Commonwealth School Virtual Open House

You may not expect a community so deeply academic to be so warm and welcoming, but Commonwealth contains multitudes—just like...

Boston Metropolitan Area

Benjamin Pierce

Fenway

North End

Charlestown

Jamaica Plain

Norfolk County

Brookline

NobleSpirit is a premier destination for rare stamps, coins,

NobleSpirit Stamps, Coins, & Collectibles

NobleSpirit is a premier destination for rare stamps, coins, and historical collectibles, based in Concord, New Hampshire. With over 50 years of experience since 1960, the firm serves collectors, families, and estates across the United States by providing professional valuation, assessment, and auction services. Specializing in high-end philately and numismatics, the team offers deep expertise in items ranging from ancient coins and paper money to sports cards, fine art, and historical documents. They provide comprehensive advisory and consulting services, helping clients navigate the complexities of selling or consigning valuable collections through their global marketing reach and curated auction catalogues. As a trusted member of the American Philatelic Society and the Philatelic Traders Society, NobleSpirit is committed to transparency and professional integrity. Customers can expect personalized service, including free appraisals for stamps and coins, ensuring a fair and informed experience when managing their lifetime collections.

Merrimack County

Tony Schinella

Concord

New Hampshire

NobleSpirit is a premier destination for rare stamps, coins, and historical collectibles, based in Concord, New Hampshire. With over 50 years of...

Same-Day TV Mounting. Insured & Certified Pros. Book Now!

Mr Home Guy - Same Day Next Day Service

Mr. Home Guy – Elite TV Mounting &amp; Home Setup Specialists Moving into a new home or just tired of the "to-do" list? Mr. Home Guy brings a "Master Technician" standard to your home services. With over 15 years of experience and 15,000+ successful installations, we are the specialists in precision mounting and move-in setup. We handle the high-end projects that require an expert touch: Samsung Frame TVs, complex fireplace mounts, heavy art and mirrors, and custom furniture assembly. We treat your home with the care of a luxury service provider, ensuring your wiring is hidden, your studs are found, and your walls are protected. We Proudly Serve: Boston, Seaport, Back Bay, Cambridge, Somerville, Newton, Needham, Natick, Wellesley, Watertown, Waltham, and the entire Metro Boston area. Why Homeowners Choose Mr. Home Guy: Specialized Expertise: Samsung Frame TV experts and certified MantleMount dealers. All-in-One Setup: From TV mounting and furniture assembly to hanging heavy art/mirrors and installing window A/C units—we handle the details so you don’t have to. Fully Insured &amp; Professional: Building-certified and trusted by luxury property management groups. We carry the proper insurance for high-rise residential buildings. Frictionless Booking: We value your time. No phone tag, no waiting for estimates, and no upfront credit card calls. We believe that professional home service should be simple. Our streamlined online booking system allows you to pick your service, see your price, and secure your spot in under 60 seconds. Whether you’re in a downtown high-rise or a suburban home, let a Master Tech handle the heavy lifting. Ready to get it done? Book your appointment in 60 seconds at: mrhomeguy.com

Mr. Home Guy – Elite TV Mounting & Home Setup Specialists Moving into a new home or just tired of the "to-do" list? Mr. Home Guy brings a "Master...

RARE Restoration

RARE Restoration (now in Newton) is a full-scale repair and restoration service specializing primarily in furniture and lighting, though we’re happy to restore treasures of any kind - valuable or sentimental. From seat weaving to refinishing, from carving to rewiring, our team of experts will help bring your belongings back into tip-top shape.”

Newton

RARE Restoration (now in Newton) is a full-scale repair and restoration service specializing primarily in furniture and lighting, though we’re...

Boston Construct, LLC

Project Planner and Home Renovator MA CSL #75620 / HIC Reg. #217093 Home Additions, Whole House Renovations, Home Building, ADU's Expanding the kitchen? No problem.

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Custom Skincare, Backed by Real Expertise — Boston

Kerry Spindler Bespoke Aesthetics Spa

Kerry Spindler Bespoke Aesthetics Spa is a private, appointment-only skincare practice in Winthrop serving Boston and Greater Boston. Led by licensed esthetician and nationally recognized skin-health expert Kerry Spindler, the practice provides personalized facials, corrective skincare, and advanced aesthetic treatments tailored to each client’s current skin needs. Clients visit for support with acne, congestion, sensitivity, hormonal skin changes, pigmentation, melasma, dehydration, texture, and visible aging. Convenient to Boston via the Blue Line and bus, with free street parking nearby.

Suffolk

Winthrop Town

Kerry Spindler Bespoke Aesthetics Spa is a private, appointment-only skincare practice in Winthrop serving Boston and Greater Boston. Led by...

8 New Luxury Residences in Coolidge Corner/Brookline

80onVernon | 8 Luxury Residences | New Construction

Welcome to 80onVernon, the new standard of excellence for Coolidge Corner in Brookline, exclusively marketed by Todd Glaskin, Tina Sachs and Gregg Leppo of Coldwell Banker Realty. All of 80onVernon's eight luxury residences offer thoughtful layouts with accompanying amenities, ensuring that there is something to suit even the most discerning buyer. The exterior boasts an elegant brick and modern paneling finish, accentuated by dozens of oversized windows producing a modern profile that floods each residence with light. Building offers dedicated garage parking and elevator. Construction is nearing completion 2026. Contact Todd Glaskin, Tina Sachs or Gregg Leppo today to schedule a showing. Email: Team@80onVernon.com

80onVernon | 8 Luxury Residences | New...

Welcome to 80onVernon, the new standard of excellence for Coolidge Corner in Brookline, exclusively marketed by Todd Glaskin, Tina Sachs and Gregg...

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Saturday, October 10

Amazing Commonwealth Avenue Walking Tour!

OCT

10

2:00 PM

Back Bay, MA

Yoga with Live Piano & Guitar @ The Museum of Modern Renaissance!

OCT

10

7:00 PM

115 College Ave, Somerville, MA

Wednesday, October 14

Meet Employers Hiring Now at Goodwill's Job and Training Fair

OCT

14

3:00 PM

Goodwill Boston Career Center, 1010 Harrison Ave, Boston, MA

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