Movie night honors Caribbean Heritage MonthThe Boston-based Authentic Caribbean Foundation is preparing to host its movie night on June 26, showcasing the family-favorite “Cool Runnings,” a comedy about the 1988 Olympics national bobsled team of Jamaica. Jun 25 26June 25, 2026Article at Bay State Banner
Media maven Tiffany Cross comes to BostonIt’s clear that media maven and journalist Tiffany D. Cross has taken the “when life gives you lemons, make lemonade” mantra seriously. Jun 25 26June 25, 2026Article at Bay State Banner
Mother and son duo bring crystals, metaphysical services to Jamaica PlainDuring the COVID-19 pandemic, millions were forced to stay in their homes with time to reflect on their lives and what changes they wanted to make. Jun 17 26June 17, 2026Article at Bay State Banner
Juneteenth roundup of local celebrationsAs summer approaches, the celebration of Juneteenth is also around the corner. On June 19, 1865, nearly two years after President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation freeing people in bondage in slaveholding states... Jun 17 26June 17, 2026Article at Bay State Banner
A fresh press: Grove Hall Cleaners keeps the community sharpNine years ago, a childhood friend approached Leon Mulrain with a life-changing opportunity: to own his own business. He connected Mulrain with the owners of Grove Hall Cleaners, which had been a local Black-owned institution for generations. Jun 11 26June 11, 2026Article at Bay State Banner
Local minority owned, award winning security firm scores FIFA contractAfter leaving a dual job leading security and emergency management at Logan International Airport for Massport in 2012, Herby Duverné decided to launch his own business. Jun 10 26June 10, 2026Article at Bay State Banner
Where to watch the FIFA World Cup in BostonThe FIFA World Cup is coming to the city. If you can’t score a ticket, there are numerous watch parties to choose from where you can root for your team with other like-minded community members. Jun 10 26June 10, 2026Article at Bay State Banner
Titus Foundation salutes local heroes who made an impact on Boston’s youthTen local heroes — coaches, referees, mentors and other forms of supporters — were honored at the Titus Foundation’s inaugural luncheon to celebrate those who have made a lasting impact on youth across Boston. Jun 03 26June 03, 2026Article at Bay State Banner
Haley House celebrates 60 years with 21st annual block party on June 6Local nonprofit Haley House is preparing to host its 21st annual free block party for the community on Saturday, June 6, on Montgomery Street in the South End from 3 to 5 p.m. Jun 03 26June 03, 2026Article at Bay State Banner
Fit Fete! Soca dance fitness class promotes joy, love and wellnessDo you love soca music? Do you love dancing with other community members? Are you free on Saturdays? If you answered “yes” to all these questions, then Fit Fete! is the place for you. May 28 26May 28, 2026Article at Bay State Banner
Roxbury Book Fair returns for 4th yearThe 4th Annual Greater Roxbury Book Fair made its return on Saturday, May 16. The fair’s aim was to bring together books, readers, authors and artists at the Boston Public Library, May 28 26May 28, 2026Article at Bay State Banner
New podcast from OneUnited Bank explores turning underserved shame into superpowerA new 10-part podcast series explores an unusual theme with prominent Black leaders: Undeserved shame. May 27 26May 27, 2026Article at Bay State Banner
Minority-owned firm completes one of the largest affordable developments in the cityA local minority-owned architecture and design firm has recently completed one of the largest affordable homeownership developments in the city. May 21 26May 21, 2026Article at Bay State Banner
Black Owned Bos. Market returns to SeaportIf you love supporting Black-owned businesses and being with community, the Seaport x Black Owned Bos. Market is making its return to Harbor Way. May 21 26May 21, 2026Article at Bay State Banner
Local supermarket coming to RoxburyA local, family-owned supermarket is expanding its footprint once again as it prepares to develop its first store in Boston. May 20 26May 20, 2026Article at Bay State Banner
‘Sis It’s Safe’ hosts supportive events for Black and brown mothersIn honor of Mother’s Day, the Sis It’s Safe organization will host “Motherhood, Healing and Becoming.” on Sunday, May 24 from 2 to 6 p.m. May 13 26May 13, 2026Article at Bay State Banner
Atyia Martin centers public service, purpose and recovery for Black communitiesAfter many years of working for the city, Atyia Martin and her husband had become familiar with the needs of fellow Dorchester residents. May 13 26May 13, 2026Article at Bay State Banner
Dress to the nines for this Kentucky Derby Day PartyThe Urban Elevation lifestyle network, a collaborative of leading urban professional organizations across Greater Boston, is preparing to host “the city’s flyest spring event,” the Kentucky Derby Day Party, on May 2 from 3 to 8 p.m. Apr 29 26April 29, 2026Article at Bay State Banner
State of STEM Aviation conference aims to bridge gaps to a growing industryBudding and active pilots across generations gathered with aviation industry professionals at an April 12 conference hosted by the Boston STEM Flight Academy. Apr 29 26April 29, 2026Article at Bay State Banner
Grammy-winning hip-hop artist imparts music business wisdom to Berklee studentsGrammy Award-winning hip-hop artist Lecrae Moore came to the Berklee College of Music to give his professional wisdom to students entering the industry on Thursday, April 16. Apr 22 26April 22, 2026Article at Bay State Banner