Civic Pavilion

A free public experience centering wigs, alopecia, identity &amp; the women who wear them through art, storytelling and live education.
The Install: A Public Experience on Wigs, Identity &amp; the Women Who Wear Them
Presented by Lace Layer during Alopecia Awareness Month, The Install is a free Boston experience bringing together wig education, alopecia and hair-loss awareness, portrait storytelling, wellness and community.
Join us September 19, 2026 from 2:00–6:00 PM at the Civic Pavilion at Boston City Hall Plaza for an afternoon centered on wigs, identity, artistry and the women who wear them.
For many women, a wig is more than hair. It can be part of navigating hair loss, an expression of identity, a source of confidence, a form of creativity or simply a personal choice.
The Install puts the women and their stories at the center.
<h2>Seven Women. Seven Portraits. Seven Stories.</h2>
At the heart of The Install is an original portrait exhibition featuring seven local women, each with her own relationship to wigs, hair loss, identity and confidence.
Photographed in their wigs and presented alongside their personal stories, the exhibition invites guests to see the woman behind the install and the experiences that aren't always visible.
The Install Portrait Exhibition + Gallery Experience is created and curated by Arlene Baldwin, with photography by Samuel “Borii” Adewale.
<h2>Conversations, Wellness &amp; Live Artistry</h2>
The Install Conversation brings together Wonder R. Hollingsworth, Dianne Austin, Pamela Shaddock, Danielle Johnson and moderator Arlene Baldwin for a candid conversation about alopecia, medical hair loss, wig wearing, identity, advocacy and representation.
Dr. Lucy Lomas will lead Caring for You: A Conversation on Self-Care &amp; Wellness, exploring emotional wellness and caring for yourself while navigating hair loss.
Then, watch a live wig installation with Sammie Marie of Thehairrpluggg, featuring the Lace Layer Install System. See the installation process from start to finish, learn application and lace-melting techniques, and bring your wig questions.
<h2>What You'll Experience</h2>
<ul><li>Seven portraits and the real stories behind them</li><li>Live conversations about alopecia, hair loss, identity and wellness</li><li>A live wig installation and education</li><li>FREE WIG GIVEAWAYS and other giveaways</li><li>Hair-loss and community resources</li><li>Food, drinks and mocktails</li><li>Opportunities to connect, ask questions and take photos</li></ul>
Whether you wear wigs because of alopecia, medical hair loss, protective styling, convenience, fashion or simply because you love them, The Install is a space to learn, connect and see the many experiences behind wig wearing represented.
<h2>RSVP</h2>
RSVPs are encouraged to receive event updates and help us plan for attendance.
The Install is a free, unticketed event open to the public. An Eventbrite RSVP is not required for admission and does not guarantee entry. Admission is first come, first served, so guests are encouraged to arrive early.
Saturday, September 19, 2026 | 2:00–6:00 PM Civic Pavilion at Boston City Hall Plaza 5 Congress Street, Boston, MA
The Install is supported in part by the City of Boston Mayor’s Office of Arts &amp; Culture.
Sponsored by Black Girl Vitamins, Black Girl Sunscreen, Black Opal, and Bask &amp; Lather providing products for attendee swag bags.

Local Event: The Install A Public Experience on Wigs, Identity & the Women Who Wear Them

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The Install A Public Experience on Wigs, Identity & the Women Who Wear Them

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Experience the musical stylings of Leonard Bernstein in this special live performance celebrating community and harmony.
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From the dazzling streets of West Side Story to the heartfelt melodies of Candide, this lively musical program will feature the talented combo ensemble Josiah Reibstein and the Hubtones alongside dynamic vocalists Dan Gabel and Rhiannon Hurst performing some of Bernstein’s most beloved songs and showstoppers.
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Zullo Gallery Center For the Arts

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In the realms of jazz performance, he has shared the stage with Aretha Franklin, Slide Hampton, Jim McNeely, Claudio Roditi, Danilo Pérez and Chris Botti. With Latin Logic, he mixes old-school salsa, Latin jazz and Afro-Caribbean rhythms, drawing on his native Venezuelan culture and the diverse backgrounds of his members. Joining Angel will be an ensemble of Latin musicians on piano, percussion and drums!
Our community collaborator for this event is Medfield Cultural Council. The Council has supported numerous Zullo programs over the years and most recently helped to fund the sound system for live music.Thanks to a generous grant from the Medfield Foundation Inc. Legacy Fund, we’ve established two pricing options to ensure the event is affordable for all. Choose between a free per-person ticket with the option of making a suggested donation, or a standard per ticket price. Ticketing is required due to limited space; tickets will only be sold at the door if space allows. <a href="https://zullogallery.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/neonevents/events?path=%2Fportal%2Fevents%2F53605" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Tickets here!</a>

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You may not expect a community so deeply academic to be so warm and welcoming, but Commonwealth contains multitudes—just like you. 
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Position Summary:
The Project Sales Associate is responsible for managing and growing sales of commercial doors, frames, and architectural hardware on construction projects. This role focuses on contractor, general contractor, architect, and facility owner relationships&mdash;supporting projects from design stage through submittal, pricing, and final installation. This is a project-based sales role (not door-to-door sales) with a strong emphasis on technical understanding, coordination, and long-term account development. ________________________________________
Key Responsibilities &bull; Develop and maintain relationships with general contractors, subcontractors, architects, and end users &bull; Identify and pursue project opportunities in commercial construction (new builds, renovations, tenant fit-outs) &bull; Prepare and submit accurate quotes for doors, frames, and architectural hardware packages &bull; Interpret architectural drawings, specifications, and door hardware schedules &bull; Coordinate with estimating, engineering, and operations teams to ensure accurate takeoffs and pricing &bull; Manage project pipeline from bid stage through award and project completion &bull; Attend pre-bid meetings, job walks, and coordination meetings as required &bull; Provide value engineering solutions and product substitutions when appropriate &bull; Track project status, submittals, and approvals to ensure timely delivery &bull; Maintain CRM records, project logs, and bid tracking updates &bull; Support problem resolution during fabrication, delivery, or installation phases ________________________________________
Required Qualifications &bull; 2&ndash;5+ years of experience in construction sales, architectural products, or building materials (doors/frames/hardware preferred) &bull; Strong understanding of commercial construction processes and project flow &bull; Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings and specifications &bull; Familiarity with Division 8 (Openings) is highly desirable &bull; Experience working with general contractors, subcontractors, or architectural firms &bull; Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills &bull; Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and CRM systems (e.g., Procore) ________________________________________
Preferred Skills &bull; Knowledge of hollow metal doors, wood doors, frames, and commercial hardware systems &bull; Experience with manufacturers such as Allegion, Assa Abloy, dormakaba USA, or comparable product lines &bull; Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple active bids/projects &bull; Detail-oriented with strong follow-through on submittals and documentation &bull; Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team ________________________________________
Work Environment &bull; Office-based with frequent interaction with project sites, contractors, and job walks &bull; Fast-paced, deadline-driven construction environment &bull; Collaboration with estimating, project management, and operations teams ________________________________________
Compensation &amp; Benefits &bull; Health insurance &bull; Retirement plan options (e.g., 401k) &bull; Paid time off and holidays &bull; Professional development opportunities in commercial construction and product training ________________________________________
Reports To: Vice President of Sales________________________________________
If interested, please email resume to Kimberly Bennett at <a href="mailto:kimb@metalcraftdoor.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">kimb@metalcraftdoor.com</a>
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<h3>Greater Boston exclusive buyer agency says homebuyers need open access to all listings, days on market, price changes, and other key property details before making an offer.</h3>
GREATER BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, Sept 10, 2026&nbsp;--&nbsp;<a href="https://www.buyersbrokersonly.com/about" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">Buyers Brokers Only, LLC</a>, a Greater Boston exclusive buyer agent real estate company, is urging homebuyers to understand the risks of &ldquo;private listings,&rdquo; &ldquo;pocket listings,&rdquo; and reduced access to property information after Realtor.com CEO Damian Eales warned that limiting listing data threatens consumer protections in the housing market.
<img src="https://info.buyersbrokersonly.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Press%20Release%20Infographic%20Realtor.com%20CEO.png?width=500&amp;height=273&amp;name=Press%20Release%20Infographic%20Realtor.com%20CEO.png" alt="Infographic calling for transparency in real estate listing information [AI-generated]." srcset="https://info.buyersbrokersonly.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Press%20Release%20Infographic%20Realtor.com%20CEO.png?width=250&amp;height=137&amp;name=Press%20Release%20Infographic%20Realtor.com%20CEO.png 250w, https://info.buyersbrokersonly.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Press%20Release%20Infographic%20Realtor.com%20CEO.png?width=500&amp;height=273&amp;name=Press%20Release%20Infographic%20Realtor.com%20CEO.png 500w, https://info.buyersbrokersonly.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Press%20Release%20Infographic%20Realtor.com%20CEO.png?width=750&amp;height=410&amp;name=Press%20Release%20Infographic%20Realtor.com%20CEO.png 750w, https://info.buyersbrokersonly.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Press%20Release%20Infographic%20Realtor.com%20CEO.png?width=1000&amp;height=546&amp;name=Press%20Release%20Infographic%20Realtor.com%20CEO.png 1000w, https://info.buyersbrokersonly.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Press%20Release%20Infographic%20Realtor.com%20CEO.png?width=1250&amp;height=683&amp;name=Press%20Release%20Infographic%20Realtor.com%20CEO.png 1250w, https://info.buyersbrokersonly.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Press%20Release%20Infographic%20Realtor.com%20CEO.png?width=1500&amp;height=819&amp;name=Press%20Release%20Infographic%20Realtor.com%20CEO.png 1500w">
According to a June 24, 2026, Real Estate News article by Andrea V. Brambila, Eales told attendees at the National Association of Realtors&rsquo; MLS Forum in Washington, D.C., that the real estate industry faces a &ldquo;right side of history&rdquo; moment when it comes to cooperation, transparency, and open access to listing information.

Eales said the U.S. multiple listing service system helps &ldquo;end asymmetry of information&rdquo; and allows consumers to benefit &ldquo;on equal terms.&rdquo; He also criticized efforts that limit access to property details, including days on market and price reductions, calling the practice &ldquo;madness,&rdquo; according to Real Estate News<h3>Quick Facts About Reduced Property Information</h3>&bull; The issue: Private listings and fragmented listing data may prevent homebuyers from seeing all available homes and key property information.
&bull; The consumer risk: Homebuyers may be asked to make major financial decisions without full access to listing history, price changes, days on market, and other information that can affect value and negotiating strategy.
&bull; The industry warning: Realtor.com CEO Damian Eales said the industry must decide whether it supports cooperation, open markets, transparency, and fair treatment of consumers.
&bull; The local response: Buyers Brokers Only, an exclusive buyer agency serving Greater Boston, says <a href="https://www.buyersbrokersonly.com/buying/boston-buyer-agent-realtor" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">homebuyers&nbsp;should work with agents whose only loyalty is to the homebuyer</a>, real estate professionals who put clients before commissions.
<a href="https://info.buyersbrokersonly.com/press-room/buyers-brokers-only-echoes-warning-about-reduced-property-information" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">Continue reading at Buyer Brokers Only</a>.

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