Events
The Fenway is an exciting area made up of famous academic, medical, arts, and cultural institutions. Additionally, the Fenway has a residential neighborhood, a business community, and the jewel of Fenway: the centennial ballpark that is the home of Boston Red Sox. Every year, many people from various cities throughout the United States and all over the world visit the Fenway to live, learn, work, and play. Learn more about the challenges and opportunities in the Fenway, and how Fenway CDC works to improve the quality of life for residents and build a healthier community.
Fenway Fair Foods “$2 Per Bag” Program
Fenway CDC’s Fair Foods distribution event runs every other Wednesday from 3pm to 5pm at Holy Trinity Orthodox Cathedral, 165 Park Drive, Boston, MA 02215. Click here for our calendar of events to find the next distribution date.
Fenway CDC has partnered with Holy Trinity Orthodox Cathedral to bring the Fair Foods “$2 per Bag” program to the Fenway neighborhood. Through Fair Foods distribution events, community residents can purchase up to 12 lbs. of fruit, vegetables, and bread for only $2 per bag regardless of their income level. Residents can also enjoy food samples along with recipes that help identify and utilize the produce they receive. To register as a volunteer, please contact Helen Murphy at hmurphy@fenwaycdc.org or (617) 267-4637 x 10.
Taste of The Fenway
Thursday, September 20, 2018
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Van Ness Street (Kilmarnock Street to Richard B Ross Way)
This fun outdoor festival will feature award-winning restaurants and local businesses in the Fenway. Guests will enjoy delicious tastings of food, beer, wine, and hard cider from 33 restaurants and businesses. Live music by Berklee College of Music and interactive art by Fenway Studios. Estimated attendees: 600.
For inquiries, please contact Iris Tan at itan@fenwaycdc.org or (857) 234-6509. Please visit www.tasteofthefenway.org to purchase your event tickets or become a sponsor.
Job Search Workshops
Every Monday and Friday, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Fenway CDC, 70 Burbank Street, Boston
Participants will gain job search skills including resume and cover letter writing, interview preparation, and effective time management. These are free workshops for job seekers. To sign up, please contact Kris Anderson at kanderson@fenwaycdc.org or (617) 267-4637 x 29.
Fenway’s Halloween Eat & Treat
Wednesday, October 31, 2018, 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm (Eat: 5:30 – 7:00pm Treat: 6:30 – 8:30pm)
100 Norway Street, Boston
Enjoy Halloween treats with your neighbors before heading out for safe trick or treating in the Fenway. This is a free event. All are welcome.
Fenway Latino Gathering
Thursday, November 8, 2018, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Fenway CDC, 70 Burbank Street, Boston
Meet your neighbors and learn about issues and happenings in the Fenway. Download event poster. For inquiries, please contact Margarita Mateo at cmargarita@fenwaycdc.org or (617) 267-4637 x 10.
Compartir Latino en Fenway
Thursday, November 8, 2018, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Acompáñanos para divertirnos con juegos. Tendremos pizza y soda. Conoce nuevos amigos y aprende sobre los asuntos y eventos que están pasando en Fenway. Se estarán aceptando reservaciones hasta el lunes, 5 de Noviembre con Margarita Mateo al cmargarita@fenwaycdc.org o puedes llamar al 617-267-4637 x 10.
Career Fair Fall
Thursday, November 15, 2018
12:30pm to 3:00pm
Reggie Lewis Track & Athletic Center, 1350 Tremont St., Roxbury Crossing, MA 02120
Fenway CDC and Roxbury Community College are organizing a Fall Career Fair to help job seekers look for employment opportunities, education advancement programs, and resources to improve their quality of life. For inquiries, please contact Helen Murphy at hmurphy@fenwaycdc.org or (617) 267-4637 x 21.