Tag: food

Viva Mexico in Boston

Description: The Veronica Robles Cultural Center (VROCC), in collaboration with a group of enthusiastic volunteers, the Consul of Mexico in Boston, Alberto Fierro Garza, and members of the consular team, are planning the Official Fiesta of the Cry of Independence of Mexico in Boston. The event will be held on September 18th in East Boston.

The events will include the civic ceremony with the traditional shout of “Viva Mexico” by the Honorable Consul General of Mexico in Boston, Alberto Fierro. This is the perfect opportunity for everyone to experience the most authentic celebration of the Mexican culture in New England with delicious Mexican food, folk dances, mariachi, a DJ, games, and more. This event is free and all are welcome!

Dates/Time: Sunday September 18th from 2pm-7pm

Location: 255 Border St, East Boston, MA 02128

Harvest Festival on the Waterfront

Description: Come join us at Piers Park in East Boston as we have a fun (and free!) family event for all. We will be offering music, free treats, and arts & crafts for all ages! Join in on making pumpkin decorations and enjoy the festivities!

Registration encouraged, but not required. If you would like to register ahead of time, find the link below.

Registration: https://tickets.thetrustees.org/calendar/630faed2fc384f12e6ca8d49?view=list&_ga=2.213497559.233157545.1662582272-459803810.1658164492

Dates/Time: Saturday October 8th 12pm-3pm

Location: Piers Park, 95 Marginal St., East Boston, MA 02128

Soccer Without Borders Registration Day

Description: Soccer Without Borders will have its registration day Monday September 5th from 4-6pm at East Boston Memorial Park! Grades 6-12 are eligible to register. We will have free food and games available. If you have questions, please email mmena@soccerwithoutborders.org

Dates/Time: Monday September 5th 4pm-6pm

Location: East Boston Memorial Stadium (Airport Park), 143 Porter St, East Boston, MA 02128

Eagle Hill Neighbor Led Food Distribution

What?

  • Food box with vegetables, fruits, bread, and proteins.

When?

  • Saturdays 12pm-2pm

The address for this distribution is:

218 E Eagle St, East Boston, MA, 02128

Please call 857-816-9151 with any questions you may have.

Back-to-School Block Party

Description: Let’s make the Back-to-School blues a little easier and celebrate the end of a great Summer with a Block Party! Stop by First Priority Credit Union and enter to win one of many raffles (VISA gift cards, trendy school necessities, and more). There will be fun kid activities, face painting, hot dogs, slush, and more!

Dates/Time: September 10th 11am-2pm

Location: First Priority Credit Union, 100 Swift St, Boston, MA 02128 Boston, MA 02128

Maritime Beach Festival 2022

Description: One of the most special events on the waterfront is back for a 4th year – Harborkeepers’ Maritime Festival, in collaboration with the US Coast Guard Boston, DCR, Porrazzo Skating Rink and (and many others!) brings the Community a wide range of interactive maritime activities: a Coast Guard patrol boat on a trailer to climb on, a Zamboni, mounted horses, a pirate, an amazing ground kite display, live DJ music, the refreshing MWRA water truck, and this year an opportunity to learn SCUBA and many more unique activities all in one beautiful waterfront space – Constitution Beach! Save the Date and hope to see you there!

Dates/Time: Friday August 12th 11am-2pm

Location: Constitution Beach, 0 Barnes Ave., Boston, MA 02128

A Celebration of Food and Community Building

Description: Join the MLCS Friday, August 26th, from 5pm-8pm at Peace Park for a Celebration of Food & Building Community!

“This is event is to celebrate our progress, celebrate food and it’s cultural significance, to educate our community, and to amplify the impacts of working towards a zero waste neighborhood.
We’ll have lots of fun things happening including a live recipe challenge where community members can bring a dish (limited to 3 categories) and get judged by a live panel who will pick 3 winners for some special prizes. To register for the challenge, use the link here:
https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=cQFPnaAuqUyJS0fmcqJbdzxG63cVTYRBqxhdYYmunvlUQ1pJVjZCNU5NT0w2V1hTUFBJVU1NRE5NVi4u”

Dates/Time: August 26th 5-8pm

Location: Peace Park @ 1 Cunard Way, East Boston, MA

National Night Out

Description: Join us in East Boston for free kids’ activities, food and entertainment! Awards for Boston’s crime watch groups! Meet Mayor Michelle Wu, BPD Command Staff, Elected Officials and your neighbors. For more information, call the Neighborhood Crime Watch Unit at 617-343-4345!

Eastie Pride Day Celebration!

Description: Celebrate Eastie with an afternoon of food, music, face painting, sailing, live entertainment, games, and more! This event is free and open to the public.

Dates/Time: Saturday August 20th 2pm-6pm

Location: Piers Park, Marginal St., East Boston, MA 02128

East Boston Farmer’s Market

Description: Join us this season for:

-Healthy and local food

-Summer Eats: free meals for kids!

-Community information and resources

-Art and music

-Fun and wellness activities for the whole family!

Dates/Time: 3pm-6:30pm every Wednesday from July 6th to October 12th.

Location: Central Square Park @ 200 Border St, East Boston, MA