Red Line Braintree Branch service between North Quincy and Braintree is suspended through next Sunday (Nov. 23) as a result 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 is replacing trains. Riders are strongly encouraged to use commuter rail lines for fare-free service between Braintree, Quincy Center, JFK/UMass, and South Station.
The Kennedy Library hosts a special in-person and virtual program “Ten Reasons Robert F. Kennedy Still Matters,” a discussion with Kennedy biographer Chris Matthews, on Thurs., Nov. 20, 7 p.m. Go to jfklibrary.org to register.
The Codman Square Neighborhood Council and Greater Four Corners Action Coalition hosts its annual Hidden Heroes and Sheroes Celebration at Southline Boston, 135 Morrissey Blvd., Dorchester this Saturday (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 on Mon., Dec. 1, at 6 p.m. to discuss Volnay Capital’s proposal for 257 Washington St., a 4-story building with retail and residential space, 26 parking units. See bosplans.org/257washington-st for more info on the proposal.
MassDOT will host a public meeting on 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 Lower Mills Holiday Stroll is set for 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.
The Ashmont Holiday Market is set for Sat., Nov. 29, from 2 to 6:30 p.m. at Parish of All Saints, 209 Ashmont St., with an 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. More than 25 craft and food vendors plus free family activities. Tree lighting is scheduled for 6:45 p.m. or so.
The Codman Square holiday party and tree lighting will take place on Sunday, Dec. 7 in the Great Hall starting at 10:30 a.m. with more than 300 toys for children. The city’s Enchanted Trolley will arrive around 12:30 p.m. at the newly renovated Codman Park to light the Christmas tree in the new space.
The Bach Project begins its ninth season of concerts right here in Dorchester at the Parish of All Saints, 209 Ashmont St. this Sunday (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.
The 31st annual Mayor’s Cup Ice Hockey Tournament – with two host rinks in Dorchester, including Devine Rink and UMass Boston—starts on Dec. 5. Dorchester Youth Hockey will have several boys and girls teams in the mix competing against Allston-Brighton, S.C.O.R.E. Boston, Charlestown, Hyde Park, Parkway, and South Boston. There will be 134 games hosted across the city with nearly 1,500 players in 15 divisions. Go to boston.gov/parks-sports for a full schedule.
information at thebachprojectboston.org.
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