波士頓市長將取消把O'Bryant學校搬到西洛士百利的計畫

           (Boston Orange 編譯) 有可靠消息來源稱，把波士頓三所考試學校之一的John D. Obryant數理學校搬到西洛士百利 (West Roxbury)的計畫，波士頓市長吳弭 (Michelle Wu)已決定取消。

          去年12月時，在波士頓市議會為這計畫舉行公聽會時，示威者聚集在市政府大樓外舉牌抗議。

波士頓市長在去年6月時宣佈了這一計畫，希望徹頭徹尾的改革波士頓的高中學校系統。該計畫要把O’Bryant學校整個搬到VFW公園路上，如今空置的西洛士百利教育大樓，並重新蓋校舍。

根據該計畫，目前和O’Bryant學校共用校園的麥迪遜公園技職學校 (The Madison Park Technical Vocational School)也將翻修，擴建。

          吳弭市長和波士頓學校總監Mary Skipper的想法是蓋一座新的，有最新的實驗室，許多綠色空間，許多體育設備，以及室內游泳池的O’Bryant學校。這麼做，也將容許現有1600學生的O’Bryant學校的學生人數增加到2000人，給七年級及八年級學生更多學位。

          這計畫原定2025年實施，一年後建成新校舍。

          然而，批評者反對把O’Bryant這所波士頓市最多元化的學校，從現址遷到7英里以外，遠離波士頓市黑人社區中心，居民大都是白人的西洛士百利。

          批評者還指出，西洛士百利教育大樓，之前是西洛士百利高中，座落在大多數大眾交通工具去不到的地方，對那些住在市內最遠地方的家庭來說，通勤上學將成為一大挑戰。

          波士頓公校起初提議以穿梭巴士連接西洛士百利和波士頓市內各地。吳弭市長也在和麻州交通廳，以及麻州地鐵討論在靠近校園處，設立通勤火車站。

          不過這些努力似乎沒有結果，就連麻州教育局局長Jeffrey Riley都認為這計畫”半生不熟”。

台民主實驗室執行長康義德在哈佛稱中國假訊息影響台灣選舉

左起：康義德、吳銘軒、Bruce_Schneier、Elettra_Bietti。 (波士頓經文處提供)

             (Boston Orange) 駐波士頓台北經濟文化辦事處 (TECO Boston) 和哈佛大學甘迺迪政府學院艾什中心 (Ash Center) 合作，2月27日舉辦「AI 與民主」研討會。台灣民主實驗室執行長吳銘軒分享了台灣對抗來自中國的假訊息攻擊經驗與實例。

                    這場研討會由哈佛教授康義德 (Edward Cunningham)主持，吳銘軒和哈佛甘迺迪學院教授Bruce Schneier，東北大學教授Elettra Bietti與談，現場只開放了50個席位給哈佛大學教授及學生，線上有110人參加。

研討會現場。(波士頓經文處提供)

                        吳銘軒的發言，以假民調，引進印度移工的假新聞為例，稱中國以假訊息干預台灣選舉。他還分析了相關訊息的內容，傳播模式，以及AI、網紅、公關媒體及社群平台所扮演的角色。

                        Schneier 教授分析了AI及社群平台是如何的影響假訊息散佈，Bietti教授從法規面討論如何規範AI生成的內容，以及AI工具的市場獨佔情況。

                        這場研討會，與會者討論熱絡。哈佛大學甘迺迪政府學院將照慣例，日後將把研討會影片上傳至哈佛亞洲中心的youtube頻道上，供各界收看。

麻州州長、副州長27日將分赴大波士頓商會、多明尼加獨立日早餐會

        (Boston Orange 摘譯)麻州州長奚莉 (Maura Healey) 和副州長Kim Driscoll的2月27日，行程滿檔。  

          一早8點，副州長Kim Driscoll要先到IBEW本地103分會，出席第一屆的多明尼加獨立日早餐會，發表講話。波士頓市市長吳弭 (Michelle Wu)也將出席這活動。 

         早上10點，奚莉州長將到衛斯汀柯普利酒店 (Westin Copley Place)出席大波士頓商會的政府論壇，分享她 所率領政府在住宅及經濟發展上有哪些優先要務。接著中午12點，她會上GBH電台的"問問州長"節目。下午2點，奚莉州長會和副州長在州政府大樓的大樓梯處，和黑人賦權協會慶祝黑人歷史月，下午3點，再為Manisha Bhatt的就任遺囑認證及家庭法院法官主持宣誓儀式。 

副州長Kim Driscoll和行政及財務廳廳長Matt Gorzkowicz還要在早上11點，出席賦權地方市鎮法案聽證會。 

新民主聯盟要求波士頓市為參與奴隸貿易賠償150億元給波士頓黑人

     (Boston Orange摘譯）倡議付出150億元現金給受到波士頓市參與跨大西洋奴隸貿易，以及幾世紀以來反黑人機構性種族歧視等影響的波士頓黑人在說，如果要真正處理波士頓黑人過去以來所受到的無法計算損害，這賠償付款必須至少持續一個世代。

    波士頓人的賠償委員會呼籲吳弭市長給出以150億元為起始，給黑人的大量賠償。該會共主任Heather Cook說，“沒有一個人能夠為幾世紀以來，在波士頓忍受種族歧視中失去的數以千計黑人性命，訂出價格 “。

     Cook還補充到，“黑人的薪資被偷了。波士頓市因此欠波士頓黑人一筆債，一筆無法計算的帳。在某種形式上來說，這最初要求的150億元現金也很象徵性．

    波士頓市政府在新民主聯盟帶領下，2024年發出一封信，為市政府在跨大西洋奴隸貿易中所扮演的角色道歉，並承諾處理這一議題。該一“道歉”直接導致波士頓市長吳弭去年成立了波士頓市的賠償工作小組。

麻州和Salem市攜手籌建第二座麻州離岸風力廠

Public-private partnership will advance second offshore wind port in Massachusetts, positioned to support construction of floating turbines in the Gulf of Maine

BOSTON — The Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC), Crowley Wind Services, a global maritime transportation and logistics company, and the City of Salem today announced the transfer of ownership and an agreement for site improvements and ongoing operations for the Salem Offshore Wind Terminal. Once the site of an oil- and coal-fired power plant, this historic agreement will kickstart the transformation of the site into the second port build specifically to support the construction of offshore wind farms in Massachusetts. The Salem Offshore Wind Terminal is also unique in that it is one of a very few sites that will support the construction and installation of floating offshore wind in the Gulf of Maine. 

Among these transactions is the purchase by MassCEC of more than 42 acres on Salem Harbor and the transfer of a 5-acre parcel to the City of Salem, including the port’s existing deep-water berth. Massachusetts’s first dedicated offshore wind port is the New Bedford Wind Commerce Center, which is owned and operated by MassCEC, and is currently leased to Vineyard Wind, who in January announced the delivery of the first offshore wind power in the state.  

“MassCEC’s offshore wind infrastructure has given Massachusetts our competitive edge in this growing industry,” said Governor Maura Healey. “Adding the Salem Port to its portfolio, along with the New Bedford Marine Commerce Terminal and the Wind Technology Testing Center, will further elevate Massachusetts as a global leader in the offshore wind industry. This partnership with the City of Salem and Crowley will deliver another port built specifically for offshore wind at this critical time in the clean energy transition, for Massachusetts, for the United States, and for the world.” 

“This is an exciting day for Salem as we realize the vision we had for the port under new leadership,” said Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll. “Harnessing the power of the harbor has always been key to Salem’s success. This port once received clipper ships that brought international trade to our shores, and now will serve as a hub for offshore wind, driving economic development for the entire state.” 

“The Salem Port is one of the great success stories of Massachusetts’ clean energy transition. What was once the site of a coal burning power plant will now serve as a launchpad of our offshore wind industry,” said Secretary of Energy and Environmental Affairs Rebecca Tepper. “As the industry expands into the Gulf of Maine, this port will be instrumental in delivering additional clean, affordable energy to our residents and businesses.” 

"We are very proud to align with the state's strategic climate goals by launching our second wind energy port project in Massachusetts, with ambitious plans to bring this port to operational status as soon as possible,” said MassCEC Chief Executive Officer Emily Reichert. “We are excited to be at the forefront of establishing a burgeoning offshore wind industry in real-time. It's a collaborative effort that requires action from both the public and private sector; local, state and federal governments, in partnership with Crowley, an experienced logistics and marine services operator who will oversee the port's day-to-day management." 

“Salem is ready to do our part to help advance Massachusetts’ offshore wind efforts and we're so excited to do it in collaboration with our partners at MassCEC and Crowley,” said Salem Mayor Dominick Pangallo. “On the site where, until quite recently, there was a giant coal pile, oil tanks, one of the dirtiest power plants in America, and vast barges unloading coal by the ton, a new, green energy future will be assembled. That work will be powered by labor from communities disproportionately impacted by our fossil fuel legacy and organized and trained for the clean energy economy that’s ahead of us. Here in Salem, when we’ve looked to the future, we’ve always looked to the sea and to what’s possible on its distant horizon. I’m so proud that Salem can be part of this important and historic effort.” 

Salem is one of America’s oldest port cities, with a deep connection to the ocean and the economic and energy future of Massachusetts and the nation. The Salem Offshore Wind Terminal location itself was once the site of an oil- and coal-fueled power plant that ceased operation as recently as 2014. 

Crowley, which purchased the property in 2022, will manage the site redevelopment and improvements and then serve as the terminal operator, entering into a lease agreement with MassCEC for the ongoing utilization of the property as an offshore wind marshalling port with priority for offshore wind projects serving Massachusetts. The City of Salem, to further support this historic effort, has leased the berth and its acreage for the same purpose. Crowley’s Wind Services business unit will start construction in 2024, strengthening the site infrastructure to accommodate heavy machinery and equipment, the construction of a second state-of-the-art ship berth and the upgrade of the City berth to the same standard, and the implementation of dredging activities to enhance the harbor channel. The port is projected to open in 2026. 

Crowley Wind Services, as a full-scope provider of offshore wind services, has actively worked since 2022 to transform the site of a former coal fired power plant in Salem into an asset to support offshore wind development. Besides operating vessels and terminals, the company provides supply chain management, construction engineering and project management services, and operations and maintenance solutions, with Salem project management based in Massachusetts.   

“We are excited to continue advancing the opportunity for clean, renewable offshore wind energy for Massachusetts and beyond through this dynamic public-private partnership,” said Bob Karl, senior vice president and general manager of Crowley Wind Services. “We appreciate the leadership and support from the Healey-Driscoll Administration and the Legislature in making our next steps a reality, as well as the ongoing collaborations with the City of Salem and its residents to create economic investment and jobs at a world-class marshalling port for offshore wind.” 

The purchase and redevelopment of the Salem Offshore Wind Terminal site, demonstrates MassCEC’s commitment to Massachusetts’ statutory requirement of achieving net-zero in carbon emissions by 2050. Together with the New Bedford Marine Commerce Terminal, the Salem Offshore Wind Terminal represents a critical piece of infrastructure for Massachusetts climate goals. In the U.S., the shortage of adequate port facilities for offshore wind has been identified as one the key areas of risk for meeting state and national goals, and market analysis indicates that more than one marshalling port will be necessary to meet Massachusetts’ timeline and goals for offshore wind.  

The MassCEC New Bedford Marine Commerce Terminal, a multi-purpose facility designed to support the construction, assembly, and deployment of offshore wind projects, as well as handle bulk, break-bulk, container shipping and large specialty marine cargo, is the first of its kind in North America. The MassCEC Wind Technology Testing Center, located in Charlestown, Massachusetts provides a full suite of certification tests for turbine blades up to 90 meters in length, and brings the latest wind turbine blade testing and prototype development methodologies to help the wind industry deploy the next generation of land-based and offshore wind turbine technologies. 

MAYOR WU ANNOUNCES FRANK MENDOZA AS DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF THE OFFICE OF NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES AND BEN TAYAG AS WEST ROXBURY LIAISON

MAYOR WU ANNOUNCES FRANK MENDOZA AS DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF THE OFFICE OF NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES AND BEN TAYAG AS WEST ROXBURY LIAISON

BOSTON - Thursday, February 22, 2024 - Today, Mayor Michelle Wu announced Frank Mendoza as a new Deputy Director of the Office of Neighborhood Services (ONS) and Ben Tayag as the West Roxbury Neighborhood Liaison. The Office of Neighborhood Services is integral in connecting residents to City services and resources, facilitating resident input in all aspects of local government, ensuring the appropriate City departments respond to constituent service requests, attending neighborhood meetings, and responding to emergencies such as fires to help displaced residents.  “Our Office of Neighborhood Services is on call around the clock to ensure our residents are connected to City services from neighborhood needs to emergency situations,” said Mayor Michelle Wu. “Frank and Ben are great fits for this essential part of city government. Frank brings years of experience as a liaison for Allston-Brighton, and Ben has a hometown perspective of West Roxbury.”

Frank Mendoza Frank Mendoza previously served as the Allston-Brighton Liaison in the Office of Neighborhood Services. Originally from Norwalk, Connecticut, he moved to Allston to attend Boston University, where he graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in International Relations. During this time, he also worked as an emergency medical technician and was hired as a legislative aide at the Massachusetts State House upon graduation.  "My mother and father worked tirelessly to provide better opportunities for me than the ones they had. I look forward to not only serving our city but also to making my parents proud,” said Office of Neighborhood Services Deputy Director Frank Mendoza. “As deputy director, I hope to create better opportunities for all Bostonians. As a member of ONS, it has been abundantly clear to me how important this office is in shaping that future. I am thrilled to both support the mission of the Community Engagement Cabinet and serve our residents in a new and exciting capacity." In his new role within the Office of Neighborhood Services, Mendoza will use his experience as a neighborhood liaison to build on the Office’s work to provide essential services to constituents and work towards deepening the City’s relationship with local businesses, organizations, and residents. The Office of Neighborhood Services is expanding its staff to build capacity to better serve Boston residents. Mendoza is now one of four Deputy Directors on the team, who directly support and oversee neighborhood liaisons in their roles on the ground in every Boston neighborhood.

Ben Tayag Ben Tayag was born in Boston and raised in West Roxbury. He graduated from the Boston Latin School. He has a background in community engagement, constituent services, and organizing. Tayag previously worked as State Senator Lydia Edwards’ District Director, serving Boston, Revere, and Winthrop residents. Tayag is excited about his new role in City Hall to give back to the community and learn more about City government.  “I love the people of West Roxbury,” said West Roxbury Liaison Ben Tayag. “I look forward to helping residents solve problems and better understanding City government. I am committed to being responsive.” “It has been impressive to witness liaisons who have roots in the Office of Neighborhood Services professionally grow into leadership roles within local government,” said ONS Executive Director Beata Coloyan. “Neighborhood Services is thrilled to welcome Ben as the new West Roxbury liaison and support Frank in his new role as deputy director to better serve residents, local businesses, and civic organizations.”

波士頓選務局提醒選民總統大選提早投票日為2月24日至3 月1日

     (Boston Orange 摘譯）波士頓選務局提醒選民，今年的總統大選初選日期為3月5日星期二。初選結果將決定由誰代表各黨派參選11 月的美國總統大選。選民們可從即日起至3月1日提早投票。

     選民可以到波士頓市政府大樓，或者鄰里社區內的投票站親自投票，或者以郵寄方式投票。

     有意郵寄投票者，必須在2月27日下午5點前讓市政府收到申請書。郵寄投票也可使用波士頓市分佈在全市各地的21個郵箱，或者親自遞交到波士頓市府選務局辦公室（市政府大樓241室），或者直接經由美國郵政寄出．

CITY OF BOSTON ISSUES REMINDERS AHEAD OF PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY Early voting will take place February 24 - March 1

BOSTON - Wednesday, February 21, 2024 - The Boston Election Department is reminding voters that the Presidential Primary will be held on Tuesday, March 5, 2024. The Presidential Primary determines the presidential candidate who will represent their political party in the November State Election. Voters can update their voting status including party affiliation, new address, or name change until February 24 here. Early voting begins Saturday, running through March 1. Voter Registration Deadline and Registration Information The Voter Registration Deadline for the Presidential Primary is Saturday, February 24, 2024. Registration must be postmarked by February 24, 2024. Voters can register in person at the Boston Election Department, located in City Hall Room 241, by 5 pm or register online by 11:59 pm here. In-person Early Voting In-person early voting begins Saturday, February 24 and runs through Friday, March 1. City Hall is Boston's primary early voting site, with voting from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, and from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday. Voters are encouraged to enter City Hall through the Hanover Street entrance to access the early voting location on the second floor, Haymarket Room.  Neighborhood early voting locations will be available throughout the city on Saturday, February 24 and Sunday, February 25 from 11 am to 7 pm, and from noon to 8 pm. on Tuesday, February 27 and Thursday, February 29. For a full list of early voting locations click here. All early voting sites are equipped with electronic poll books for voter check in. Early voting locations are well staffed with poll workers and interpreters, and fully accessible to voters with disabilities. Vote-by-Mail Voters may also choose to vote early by mail. Applications to request a vote-by-mail ballot must be received by Tuesday, February 27 at 5 pm.  Vote-by-mail ballots may be returned using one of 21 drop boxes located throughout the City; in-person at the Boston Election Department located at City Hall Room 241; at an early voting location during the prescribed hours for voting; or via U.S. Mail.  Voters are asked to return all signed ballot packages, whether using a drop box or the US Mail in the white postage paid return envelope included with their vote by mail ballot. Ballots must reach the Boston Election Department or a ballot drop box by 8:00 pm on Tuesday, March 5 to be counted. Ballots cannot be delivered to a polling location on Election Day. Voters can track the status of their vote-by-mail ballots here. If there is no movement indicated in the “Track My Ballot” system, voters should plan to vote in-person on Election Day. Accessible Voting The Accessible Electronic Voting System allows voters who are unable to independently read, write, hold, or physically manipulate or mark ballots to submit their ballot via a secure electronic delivery system. Voters who qualify for an Accessible Electronic Ballot may apply here. The deadline to apply for an accessible ballot is Tuesday, February 27, 2024 at 5 pm. Please note: To get access to the electronic ballot, you will need to provide your email address. Voting on Election Day  Polling locations open at 7:00 am and close at 8:00 pm. A list of polling locations can be found here. As a reminder, voters should check their registration status via the Secretary of the Commonwealth’s website. Printed ballots will be available in English and Spanish. Chinese and Vietnamese ballots will be available where required. Language interpreters will also be available upon request. All voting locations are wheelchair accessible and are equipped with AutoMark Voter Assist Terminal for voters with visual or hearing impairments. Polling Location Changes

Ward and Precinct Previous Location New Location Ward 4 Precincts 11 & 12 Museum of Fine Arts, 20 Museum Rd., Fenway Fenway Center, 77 St. Stephen’s St., Fenway Ward 6, Precinct 10 Artists for Humanity, 100 West Second St., South Boston James F. Condon School, 200 D St., South Boston Ward 6, Precincts 11 & 12 District Hall, 75 Northern Ave., Waterfront Building at 55 Pier Four Blvd., 55 Pier Four Blvd., Waterfront Ward 17, Precincts 1 & 3 Codman Square Tech Centre, 450 Washington St., Dorchester Great Hall at Codman Square Health Center, 6 Norfolk St., Dorchester Ward 17, Precinct 8 Codman Square Library 690 Washington St., Dorchester Great Hall at Codman Square Health Center, 6 Norfolk St., Dorchester Ward 18, Precinct 15 Another Course to College, 612 Metropolitan Ave., Hyde Park New Mission High School (located within the Hyde Park Education Complex) 655 Metropolitan Ave., Hyde Park

Unofficial Results After polls close at 8:00 pm, the Election Department will receive and upload unofficial results of ballots counted at polling places as they are returned from each precinct. Exit Polling Exit polling and interviews of voters are permitted outside the polling place, even within 150 feet of the entrance to the polling place, but only those voters who are leaving the polling place should be stopped. Voter access to the polling place should not be impeded in any way.

MAYOR WU AND THE OFFICE OF YOUTH ENGAGEMENT AND ADVANCEMENT TO HOST THE MAYOR’S YOUTH SUMMIT FEBRUARY 24

MAYOR WU AND THE OFFICE OF YOUTH ENGAGEMENT AND ADVANCEMENT TO HOST THE MAYOR’S YOUTH SUMMIT FEBRUARY 24

BOSTON - Tuesday, February 20, 2024 - After 20 years since it was last held, Mayor Michelle Wu is hosting the Mayor’s Youth Summit, an event to celebrate youth and create opportunities for them to connect with City resources and other young leaders in Boston. The Mayor’s Youth Summit aims to engage and inspire the City's young people in a fun and interactive way. Along with the Mayor’s Youth Summit, the Office of Youth Engagement and Advancement (OYEA), in partnership with community organizations and other City agencies, will host more than 20 free events for teens across the City of Boston throughout the week of February vacation, as part of Youth Week. “Boston’s future is in our young people, and we’re lucky to have their leadership and energy to build a city for everyone,” said Mayor Michelle Wu. “I look forward to an exciting week culminating in this historic summit.”  “We are thrilled to be able to work with our many partners to host the Mayor’s Youth Summit,” said José Massó, Chief of Human Services. “Boston is blessed to have so many bright, talented, engaged young people and the Summit will be an opportunity to celebrate them and to create space to learn more about how we can better meet their needs.”  The City, together with youth-serving partner organizations, is hosting more than 20 events for teens during this week of February vacation, concluding with the Mayor’s Youth Summit hosted at Artists for Humanity on Saturday, February 24. The goal of these events is to create safe spaces for young leaders to connect and have fun during this school break, with programming ranging from open mic sessions, to music showcases, workshops, career fairs, sports fairs, and more.  The free Mayor’s Youth Summit, designed for teens 14-19, is a celebratory event where Boston's youth can engage directly with City staff, providers, and each other. The goal is to showcase the various opportunities offered by the city, and partners, to encourage more significant social investment, and foster enthusiasm for leadership and civic engagement among younger generations. Throughout the summit, participants will have the chance to engage in thought-provoking discussions, work on interactive art exhibits, see outstanding youth performances, and connect with like-minded peers from diverse backgrounds. The event will feature Mayor Michelle Wu and Cousin Stizz, a rapper and songwriter from Dorchester, as keynote speakers. Stizz, who currently resides in Los Angeles, California, will speak about his experience growing up in Boston and what it took to become a successful recording artist.  The Mayor's Youth Summit was first held in 1994 and was held annually for 10 years. The 2024 Mayor's Youth Summit will mark the 20th anniversary since it was last held and 30 years since its inception. The City has brought this event back with new energy reflecting the values and interests of Boston's youth. The relaunch of the Mayor’s Youth Summit was made possible under the leadership of Pedro Cruz, the inaugural Executive Director of the Office of Youth Engagement & Advancement. In the development of the Summit, he recognized the importance of supporting youth to engage directly with local government and leaders in their community to foster a vibrant civic culture, responsive to all demographics.  Pedro’s story of leadership and commitment to Latinx and urban youth begins with his own experience as a proud first-generation American-Puerto Rican child growing up in Boston, being a part of Boston Public Schools and Boston Centers for Youth & Families. After becoming the inaugural Executive Director of the Office of Youth Engagement and Advancement, Pedro has shaped the City’s vision of what it means to engage authentically with youth as partners in the work of improving the City. His vision for the reinvigorated Youth Summit is to focus intentionally on creating a summit environment that will resonate with youth. “The Mayor’s Youth Week and Summit are important because the young people of this city need to know we are willing to invest in them,” said Pedro Cruz, Executive Director of the Office of Youth Engagement & Advancement. “We aim to create spaces where they can tap into their leadership and be connected to resources.” The event will have free meals, giveaways, awards, performances, activities, and resources for youth. Activities will include an interactive art wall, festival games, a self-care station, a 360 photo booth, and more. Youth will have access to a multitude of resources, including mental health resources, job providers, LGBTQ+ support, and food access. There will be performances by 617Peak, Beat the Odds, Teen Empowerment, and Boston’s Youth Poet Laureate. The Office of Youth Engagement and Advancement will be presenting the Youth Leader Award at the Summit, open to all Boston youth ages 14-19 who demonstrate high levels of leadership and/or commitment to civic engagement. “The decision to revive the Youth Summit highlights the substantial investment the city has made in our youth. We are deeply grateful for the opportunity to bring our young people together to connect, collaborate and celebrate each other,” said Camila Pineiro, Founder of Beat the Odds. “Mayor Wu's unwavering dedication to our community is evident, and her commitment serves as an inspiration for the positive change we aim to achieve.” For all events hosted by Mayor’s Youth Week, please visit https://www.boston.gov/human-services/mayors-youth-summit Boston Youth Career Expo - One Bead Tuesday, February 20, 1-4 p.m. Career exploration fair for Boston Public Students, featuring more than 20 BIPOC professionals representing industries ranging from fashion to finance. Location: Bruce C Bolling Building 6th Floor, 2300 Washington St, Roxbury Please RSVP here Film Screening: “Mattapan, the Documentary” and Teen time - Boys and Girls Club Boston Tuesday, February 20. 2-4 p.m.  Special screening of “Mattapan, the Documentary” Location: Mattapan Teen Center, 10 Hazelton St, Mattapan Please RSVP here 3 on 3 Girls’ Basketball Tournament - Boys and Girls Club Boston Tuesday, February 20, 4-6 p.m. Location: Edgerly Family South Boston, 230 West 6th St, South Boston Please RSVP here Spotlight Boston - Help by AMG Tuesday, February 20, 4-8 p.m. Event to spotlight local musical and visual artists. Location: BAGLY, 28 Court Square, Boston Please RSVP here 15 & Under Co-Ed 3-on-3 Basketball Tourney - Boys and Girls Club Boston Wednesday, February 21, 1-3 p.m. Location: Charlestown Club, 15 Green St, Charlestown Please RSVP here Plena Workshop - Hyde Square Task Force Wednesday, February 21, 2-4 p.m. Workshop to teach youth how to play, dance, and improvise within the folkloric form of Plena music. Location: Hyde Square Task Force, 30 Sunnyside St, Jamaica Plain Please RSVP here Youth Mental Health Podcast Session and Mixer - Boston Public Health Commission Wednesday, February 21, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Listen to a mental health podcast created by youth, in collaboration with Dr. Kevin Simon, the Chief Behavioral Health Officer for the City of Boston. Location: ConnectedBoston, 56 Warren St, Roxbury Please RSVP here LGBTQ+ Youth Social Night - BAGLY and MCLGBTQY Wednesday, February 21, 5:30-7:30 p.m. LGBTQ+ Youth Social Night at BAGLY's Downtown Boston Community Center, with snacks, video games, crafts, and speed friending. Get to know more LGBTQ+ youth in the city, learn about opportunities to get involved with both organizations, and explore everything the Community Center has to offer. Location: BAGLY, 28 Court Square, Boston Please RSVP here Teen Leadership Council Community Workshop - Boch Center’s Teen Leadership Council Thursday, February 22, 12:30-1:30 p.m. Performing arts-based interactive workshop about a social justice topic that they connect to – Ice-breakers, original performances by Teen leaders, interactive arts-based activities to engage in dialogue with participants, conversations about how to use the art to speak advocacy and change. Location: Boch Center’s Teen Leadership Council, Shubert Theatre, 265 Tremont St, Boston Please RSVP here Youth Sports Fair - City of Boston Thursday, February 22, 1-4 p.m. The City of Boston is hosting a Youth Sports Fairs for youth to play sports, earn prizes, and connect with youth sports providers. All Boston youth ages 9-14 and their families are invited to attend to explore different sports and learn about Spring 2024 youth sports opportunities. Location: Shelburne Community Center, 2730 Washington St, Roxbury Please RSVP here Poetry Slam at the Jackson Mann - BCYF Jackson Mann Thursday, February 22, 2-4 p.m. Local teens are invited to present their spoken word. Food will be served and special guest speakers/ writers will be attending the event. No RSVP required. Location: BCYF Jackson Mann, 500 Cambridge St, Allston Queer Game Night - Boston Glass and MA Commission on LGBTQ Youth (MCLGBTQY) Thursday, February 22, 3-5 p.m. Game night with snacks, music, games and lots of queer community in a safe and relaxed space centered on queer and trans youth of color. Get to know more LGBTQ+ youth of color in the City, learn about services and opportunities to get involved with both organizations, and explore everything the GLASS Drop-in Center has to offer. Location: Boston GLASS, 555 Amory St Suite 2, Jamaica Plain Please RSVP here Documentary Screening and Discussion Panel: “This Ain’t Normal” - Boys and Girls Club Boston Thursday, February 22, 3:30-6:30 p.m. Location: Yawkey Club of Roxbury, 115 Warren St, Roxbury Please RSVP here Teen Open Mic - Grubstreet Thursday, February 22, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Teen-centered open mic open house for teens who have a new work in progress or are just looking for a space to meet other young writers and learn about our programs. Food will be provided, and all readers will be entered in a raffle to win free books and YAWP swag. Location: GrubStreet’s Center for Creative Writing, 50 Liberty Drive, Seaport Please RSVP here Bring it to the Hall: Youth Tour and House-Ball Demonstration Friday, February 23, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Join the Mayor's Office of LGBTQ+ Advancement for a Youth Tour followed by a panel and demonstration; registration is limited, and lunch will be served, as we explore the history of the House-Ball Culture, an underground LGBTQ+ subculture created by Black and Brown individuals in opposition to racism within established drag queen pageant circuits, with a voguing performance by the Legendary House Mother London Saint Morta and their house members, who were also finalists on HBO Max’s LEGENDARY. No RSVP required. Location: City Hall and City Hall Pavilion, 1 City Hall Square, Boston Boba Babble - Map for Health Friday, February 23, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Join MAP for Health and Fenway Health for conversations surrounding the health, wellness, and cultural aspects of the Queer and Trans Asian/Pacific Islander (QTAPI) community. Bubble tea provided. Location: BAGLY Boston, 28 Court Square, Boston Please RSVP here Music Showcase + Open Mic - Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA) Friday, February 23, 2-4 p.m. Join the ICA for a music showcase by teens in the Music Production Group AMPfollowed by a dance party at ICA’s Seaport Studio. Location: Institute of Contemporary Art’s Seaport Studio, 140 Seaport Blvd, Seaport Please RSVP here Red Flags and Roses Youth-led Campaign Kick-off Event - Beat the Odds Friday, February 23, 5-9 p.m. The Red Flags and Roses Youth-Led Campaign kick-off event to bring the public’s awareness to teen dating violence. The event will feature a special viewing of our digital campaign content created by BTO youth participants, music by DJ Stix and DJ Kitz, live performances by Amanda Shea, Red Shaydez Sanye, and Jo Saza, and food from Everybody Gotta Eat. We will come together to support the Red Flags and Roses campaign, which empowers our youth to reshape relationship culture and prevent teen dating violence. Location: WBUR CitySpace, 890 Commonwealth Ave, Boston Please RSVP here Mayor’s Youth Summit - Office of Youth Engagement and Advancement Saturday, February 24, 1-6 p.m. The Mayor’s Youth Summit is a celebration of Boston’s youth that aims to engage and inspire the City's young people in a fun and interactive way. This event will provide a space for young people to network, learn new skills, connect to resources, and address the most important issues facing youth today. Location: Artists for Humanity Epicenter, 100 W 2nd St, South Boston Please buy tickets here