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.
Fenway CDC’s 45th Annual Meeting
Thursday, April 12, 2018, 6 pm – 8 pm
Saint Cecilia’s Parish Hall, 18 Belvidere St, Boston
Join us to celebrate our 45th anniversary year with members, program partners, and community supporters. Enjoy delicious food, fun, and inspiring stories. Download the e-invite and RSVP at this link. Renew your membership or become our member at this link. Current members will get a free Fenway CDC’s 45th Anniversary t-shirt. Please indicate your t-shirt size at the RSVP link. For inquiries, please contact Margarita Mateo at cmargarita@fenwaycdc.org or (617) 267-4637 x 10.
Fenway CDC’s Mother’s Day Brunch
May 12, 2018, 10am – 12pm, Susan Bailis Assisted Living Center, 352 Mass. Ave., Boston
Join members and friends for our annual community Mother’s Day brunch in the Fenway. For inquiries, please contact Helen Murphy at hmurphy@fenwaycdc.org or (617) 267-4637 x 21.
Career Fair Fall
Date and time to be confirmed
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 Kris Anderson at kanderson@fenwaycdc.org or (617) 267-4637 x 29.
Fenway Porchfest
Saturday, June 16, 2018
12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
The Fenway
Join us for the first ever Porchfest in the Fenway! Enjoy live music throughout the neighborhood, porches optional! For more information, please visit fenwayporchfest.org or email info@fenwayporchfest.org. Musicians please sign up here. For inquiries, please contact Helen Murphy at hmurphy@fenwaycdc.org or 617-267-4637 x 21.
45th Anniversary Fenway Ball Gala
Wednesday, June 20, 2018
6:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Prudential Skywalk, 800 Boylston Street, Boston
Join us to celebrate our accomplishments with tasty food, entertainment, and a panoramic view of Boston. This exciting event connects over 300 professionals from the real estate industry and business sectors. Community leaders are also joining us from the world-renowned institutions in the Fenway. These academic, medical, arts, cultural, and sports institutions are the economic drivers of our region.
For inquiries, please contact Iris Tan at itan@fenwaycdc.org or 617-267-4637 x 25.
Taste of The Fenway
Thursday, September 20, 2018
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
West Fenway (Venue to be confirmed)
This fun outdoor festival will feature celebrity chefs and over 25 restaurants and businesses in the Fenway. Guests will enjoy delicious food and wine-tastings, live music, and art. Estimated attendees: 500.
For inquiries, please contact Iris Tan at itan@fenwaycdc.org or (857) 234-6509. Visit www.tasteofthefenway.org for event updates, sponsorship opportunities, and tickets.
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 your neighborhood. For more information, 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, 30 de octubre con Margarita Mateo al cmargarita@fenwaycdc.org o puedes llamar al 617-267-4637 x 10
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.