Red Line Braintree Branch service will be suspended between North Quincy and Braintree for nine days – Nov. 15 – 23 – according to MBTA officials, who say it’s part of ongoing work to “continue essential infrastructure upgrades, track renewal, and other critical revitalization work and to maintain “consistent 50 MPH service on the Braintree Branch.” Free shuttle bus service will replace trains. Riders are strongly encouraged to use commuter rail lines for fare-free service between Braintree, Quincy Center, JFK/UMass, and South Station.
The Codman Square Neighborhood Council and Greater Four Corners Action Coalition will host its annual Hidden Heroes and Sheroes Celebration at Southline Boston, 135 Morrissey Blvd., Dorchester on Sat., Nov. 22, from 4 to 8 p.m. Go to codmansquarecouncil.org for tickets and more info.
The city of Boston Planning Dept. will host a virtual public meeting next Tues., Nov. 18, from 6 p.m. on to discuss a planned acquisition of 11 Ashmont Park in Dorchester to allow for the future enhancement of the Boston Fire Dept. Engine 18 firehouse” on the adjacent parcel. See bosplans.org/11AshmontPkDemonstration for more info.
The city of Boston Planning Dept. will host a virtual public meeting on Mon., Dec. 1, 6 p.m. to discuss Volnay Capital’s proposal for 257 Washington St., a 4-story building with retail and residential space, and 26 parking units. See Page 12 for more details on joining the meeting. See bosplans.org/257washington-st for more info on the proposal.
MassDOT will host a public meeting on Tues., Dec. 16, at 6 p.m. at BC High, 150 Morrissey Blvd. to discuss the proposed replacement of a bridge on Morrissey Blvd. over Dorchester Bay. In the event of inclement weather a cancellation announcement will be posted on the internet at mass.gov/orgs/highway-division/events.
The 3 Point Foundation will honor former State Rep. Marie St. Fleur, Dr. Al Holland, Joseph Campanelli, and Rachel Leung at its gala awards event this Friday, Nov. 14, at 6 p.m. at the Fairmount Copley Plaza in Boston. Go to 3PointFoundationGala.org to donate or buy tickets.
Lower Mills Holiday Stroll is Sat., Nov. 29, from 3 to 6 p.m. along the business district on Dorchester Avenue and Washington Street. Join in for special events at the Lower Mills businesses, holiday caroling, a visit from Santa, and the lighting of a tree outside the St. John Paul II Catholic Academy school building.
Ashmont Holiday Market is set for Sat., Nov. 29 from 2 to 6:30 p.m. at Parish of All Saints, 209 Ashmont St., Dorchester with after-party at Tavolo, from 7 to 9 p.m. This “Small Business Saturday” tradition is an opportunity to be merry, socialize and support local businesses while enjoying live music and seasonal treats. Over 25 craft and food vendors plus free family activities. Tree lighting at approximately 6:45 p.m.
The Bach Project begins its ninth season of concerts right here in Dorchester at the Parish of All Saints, 209 Ashmont St., on Sun., Nov. 23 at 4 p.m., with an all-instrumental concert featuring violin concertos by Bach, Telemann, and Handel as well as a suite of solo harpsichord music. Tickets and more information at thebachprojectboston.org.
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