2023 Fierce Urgency of Now Festival

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Tuesday, September 12 – Saturday, September 16

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The festival offered a mix of virtual and in-person experiences that adhere to local safety protocols.

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Five days of experience meant to drive real, lasting connection

The Fierce Urgency of Now Festival is hosted by City Awake – the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce’s premier young professional platform for next-generation leaders. With dozens of events hosted by organizations and businesses across Greater Boston, this festival serves as a hub for education on social happenings, the exchange of ideas, the consumption of culture, and the gathering of leaders.

Through meaningful connections, the festival’s main mission is to increase the social capital among young professionals and professionals of color, support efforts to have a talented and diverse workforce and celebrate the region’s cultural diversity.

The festival offered a mix of virtual and in-person experiences that adhere to local safety protocols.

Fierce Urgency of Now unites and explores neighborhoods, supports small businesses, immerses in varying art forms, contributes to meaningful conversations, and connects with the people who make the city culturally wealthy, vibrant, and exciting. Our Festival reaches:

First-generation & underrepresented college students

Young professionals of color who are looking to deepen their connections

White young professionals who want to show their support and take action

CEOs & senior leaders who want to engage directly with rising leaders and talent

Anyone who wants to be involved in shaping our region to be more inclusive

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Jessica Sanon

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Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce

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Share your story, offer your unique POV on relevant topics, and engage with a wide range of people and perspectives.

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Build connections with businesses and organizations to help grow your career.

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Hear from a diverse lineup of thought leaders, experts and voices from our business, civic and local communities.

Be Together

Connect with others while celebrating community and culture.

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Day 1: September 12, 2023

4:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. | Opening Ceremony

Location: TD Garden – 1928 Club
Hosted by: Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce & TD Bank

Join us as we celebrate our 6th Annual Fierce Urgency of Now Festival Opening Ceremony. The discussion will focus on establishing connections across differences and creating lasting change through civic engagement and business leadership. Attendees will have the opportunity to cultivate social capital, support the community by visiting vendor tables hosted by local small businesses and local groups, and learn more about the festival.

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Day 2: September 13, 2023

11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. | Elevating Voices

Location: 75 Central Street, Boston, MA, 02109
Hosted by: ThinkArgus

We will focus on the importance of underheard voices in marketing- from research to campaigns. Our discussion will involve marketing experts who will chat about how to be intentional on collecting information/data and how to bring that information to life.

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1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. | Icebreakers: A Discussion on Breaking In with the Boston Bruins

Location: Banners Kitchen and Tap, 82 Causeway St, Boston, MA 02114
Hosted by: Boston Bruins

This event, hosted by the Boston Bruins at TD Garden, would welcome young people from across different backgrounds and industries to hear from some of the groundbreaking professionals that make up the Bruins organization, in a 30-minute panel discussion followed by networking and brief one-on-one sessions with some of the event speakers and hosts. Our speakers will share their story on how they have forged their own career paths in sports and what it takes to build a diverse workforce in sports.

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2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Leaders in Education: Advancing Educational Equity

Location: 287 Columbus Avenue, Boston, MA, 02116
Hosted by: City Year Greater Boston

City Year is a trailblazing, youth-powered organization with a dual mission: expanding educational equity for students furthest from opportunity and developing diverse leaders through national service. Research shows the more time a student spends with a City Year AmeriCorps member serving as student success coach, the better the student outcomes—academically, socially, and emotionally.

Join us for an engaging conversation with leaders from the local and state level about the challenges facing the education landscape today and how we can work together to create equitable systems for our communities.

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4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. | Community Servings Young Leaders Volunteer Shift and Cocktail Hour

Location: Community Servings, 179 Amory St, Jamaica Plain
Hosted by: Community Servings

The Community Servings Young Leaders (CSYL) is a volunteer group in their 20s and 30s who work closely with Community Servings to expand our reach in this demographic. Join us for a volunteer shift in the Community Servings kitchen, followed by a cocktail mixer on-site.

The volunteer shift would last from 4-6 pm and would allow attendees to meet each other and network while preparing and packing meals to be sent to Community Servings clients. Following the volunteer shift, attendees would move to our community room or patio for the cocktail mixer.

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4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. | The Art of The Pivot

Location: Virtual
Hosted by: URL Media

Layoffs. Downsizing. Right-sizing. Reset. Burnout. Whatever the term, whatever your circumstance, understanding how to pivot successfully and find joy, satisfaction, and purpose at work is critical to long-term success and a well-defined career arc.

Our panel will help you understand how to position yourself for your next career move, whether you’re looking for your first job or your 10th. Candidates of color gain valuable skills on the job; it is our job to tell the story of how our skills add value and benefit any organization. How do you pitch those skills during your next job interview and land the role? How do you care for yourself mentally in what can be a challenging journey?

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4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. | Intersection of Cannabis and Equity

Location: Reggie Lewis State Track Athletic Ctr, 1350 Tremont Street Boston, MA 02120
Hosted by: Cannabis Control Commission

Learn about the Cannabis Control Commission’s (Commission’s) Social Equity Program (SEP) and connect with representatives who can share helpful resources for entering the legal, adult-use cannabis marketplace, highlighting the nation’s first statewide equity program.

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5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. | Shaping a Better World Together: A discussion on building community infrastructure

Location: Arup, 60 State Street Boston, MA 02109
Hosted by: Arup

A networking event for young professionals and community members with an interest in the built environment. To be followed by a panel discussion on what types of spaces and infrastructure POC communities need, how they can be built and supported, and what challenges exist in creating more of them.

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5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. | Emerging Entrepreneurs in Boston

Location: Roxbury Innovation Center, 2300 Washington Street, #2nd floor, Boston, MA, 02119
Hosted by: Innovation Studio

Engage with 4 entrepreneurs who are making moves in Boston. Join us for a conversation about their journey to entrepreneurship and how their experiences have not only been shaped by living in diverse areas of Boston but are transforming the city.

Jonathan Chang, Founder + CEO of Markit
Berlendah, Head of Customers and Sales of Renavest
Eric Moyal, Founder of Project Insulin
Therlande, Co-Founder of Side Presents

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6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. | Cocktails and Conversations: Planning Resilient Coastlines and Communities

Location: New England Aquarium, 1 Central Wharf, Boston, MA, 02110
Hosted by: New England Aquarium

Boston is in a historically unique moment: with the leadership of Mayor Wu, City Hall is now focused on inclusivity and equity for all of Boston’s residents, from Allston to Mattapan and beyond. City officials are committed to working on a waterfront planning process that prioritizes equity, climate resiliency and inclusivity. The New England Aquarium is proud to be at the forefront of engaging city officials, opinion leaders and residents who want to be involved in shaping Boston’s downtown waterfront through our Downtown Waterfront for All campaign. We are working to engage Boston’s young professionals with a strong emphasis on working with young professionals of color from diverse neighborhoods such as Chinatown, Mattapan, East Boston, and Dorchester–traditionally excluded neighborhoods in accessing the downtown waterfront.

Join us for an evening of connection, conversations, and coastlines, where we’ll collectively work to rewrite the narrative of Boston’s downtown waterfront and transform a space lacking in public realm activation into a vibrant hub for our city.

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Day 3: September 14, 2023

9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. | STEM Career Pathways for Professionals of Color

Location: High Street Place, 100 High Street, Boston MA
Hosted by: EdVestors

Join EdVestors for a panel conversation with STEM leaders of color as they share their career journey, successes, and challenges!

Attendees will have the opportunity to network through small group discussions on topics of interest. This work models lessons learned from New Skills Boston, a cross-sector effort to build seamless, labor market-aligned career pathways for Boston Public School students. This includes the power of work-based learning experiences, transformative mentoring, and building social capital.

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10:15 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. | Personal Branding for a Professional Breakthrough

Location: Columbia Threadneedle Investments, 290 Congress St, Boston, MA 02210
Hosted by: MDK Brand Management

Are you projecting a personal brand that will help you reach your professional goals? Do you know the impact your personal brand is having on those around you? This interactive session will help you define & market a brand that can help you step up, stand out and break-through.

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11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | Build Your Own Acai Bar at Boston Public Market

Location: Boston Public Market, 100 Hanover Street, Boston, MA, 02108
Hosted by: Boston Public Market

Join us at the Boston Public Market to build your own acai bar with one of our small business vendors – Mother Juice! Customize your acai bowl with your favorite superfood toppings and spend an hour networking with other young professionals over your healthy snacks.

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1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. | Mission to Motion: Civic Engagement

Location: MassChallenge, 10 Fan Pier Boulevard 3rd floor, Boston, MA 02210
Hosted by: The Castle Group

Are you passionate about our region and city, and about your ability to help create change, positive impact and a lasting legacy? If you’re a young professional looking for guidance and inspiration on how to merge your personal mission with your “9 to 5,” this event is for you. First launched in partnership with the Fierce Urgency of Now Festival in 2021, Mission to Motion makes space for young professionals from diverse communities and industries to engage in intimate discussions about how they can apply their mission and create positive motion in their communities.

In a panel discussion moderated by GBH “Morning Edition” co-host Paris Alston, leaders shaping civic engagement today will share how they merge their “day jobs” with their personal commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion to both quietly and loudly create forward motion for the Boston area and beyond. Panelists will include Michael J. Bobbitt, Executive Director, Mass Cultural Council; Willie Bodrick, II, President & Chief Executive Officer, The American City Coalition; Tiffany Chu, Chief of Staff, Office of Mayor Wu; Andrea Silbert, President, Eos Foundation; and Chrismaldi Vasquez-Casado, Director, Community Engagement, Point32health.

Created by The Castle Group in collaboration with media partner GBH and hosted at MassChallenge, a limited audience will have the opportunity to connect with panelists, leaders, activists, and strategists, over a catered lunch sponsored by the Eos Foundation.

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4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. | Career Connect: Live Q&A with Harvard Experts + Networking Mixer hosted by Harvard University

Location: 224 Western Avenue Boston, MA 02134
Hosted by: Harvard University; Ed Portal

Wondering how to grow your career for long-term success? Do you want to learn from experts in a range of areas from administrative to technical roles?

Then join us for a live Q&A with Harvard University Talent Acquisition professionals!

You can submit questions in advance or ask them in real-time during the event. We’ll answer your questions about everything from perfecting your resume to changing jobs to advancing in your career.

This is your chance to get real answers from the experts! Mention “F.U.N. Q&A” in the subject line of your email to edportal@harvard.edu if you want to submit a question in advance.

Stick around after the panel to enjoy a live DJ, and food and drinks from local, minority owned businesses, while you network with other young professionals and Harvard Talent Acquisition representative to continue the conversation!

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2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Sustainability and the Digital Divide
Location: 255 Main Street, Cambridge, MA, 02142
Hosted by: Hendricks Foundation inc

Sustainability and the Digital divide is a hybrid discussion and computer donation drive. This is your chance to be a part of a sustainable movement in Boston. Bring your old devices and listen to our panel discuss the following topics:

The importance of recycling e-waste

Producing sustainable tech

Providing digital equity

The Circular Economy

We will be accepting computer donations all day until 4:00 PM. You do not need to attend the panel if you are only donating your devices.

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4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. | A Rising Tide: Volunteering for Community, Connections, and Career

Location: JA Innovation Center, 80 City Square, Boston, MA, 02129
Hosted by: Junior Achievement of Greater Boston

Hear from a diverse panel of Junior Achievement of Greater Boston partners, volunteers, and alumni as they share their experiences volunteering with the organization, and discover the benefits for professional advancement, mentoring relationships, and impact on our communities. The panel will be followed by a light reception.

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5:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. | Punches and Peaks: Boxing and Rock Climbing with The Phoenix
Location: 54 Newmarket Square Boston, MA 02118
Hosted by: The Phoenix-Boston

During the Fierce Urgency of Now Festival, attendees can choose from the following classes to attend. Please note that attendees must sign our liability waiver to complete their registration process.

Boxing: Learn all the fundamentals and techniques while getting a great total-body workout. Designed for all skill levels from first-timers to experienced fighters. Our coaches pride themselves on taking their time with all participants to help them advance. We’re in your corner every jab, hook and step of the way.

Rock Climbing: Learning to let go and put your life in someone’s hands isn’t easy, but it’s incredibly rewarding. Rock and ice climbing are the ultimate adrenaline sports, generating a mental clarity and focus that’s unlike any other pursuit. Whether you’re a long-time climber or just starting out, it’s a great social activity that can lead to trusting friendships.

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5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. | Backyard Bash on Boston Common

Location: Boston Common, 139 Tremont Street, Boston, MA, 02111
Hosted by: Friends of the Public Garden

The FREE Backyard Bash on Boston Common is a popup party near Parkman Bandstand, featuring music from the DJ A Trike Called Funk; backyard games like cornhole, KanJam, Ladder ball, Giant Connect 4 & Jenga, badminton, volleyball; and more for everyone to enjoy! Connect with your friends or meet new people in an entertaining and casual atmosphere. Take a break from the fun and enjoy free ice cream treats from Boston Ice Cream Truck. The Backyard Bash is hosted by Friends of the Public Garden and the Boston Parks and Recreation Department.

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6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. | View, Vibes & Vision: Creating A Vibrant Downtown

Location: 1 Federal Street, 9th floor, Boston, MA 02110
Hosted by: Downtown Boston Business Improvement District

Downtown Boston offers unparalleled opportunities to live, work, play, and shop in the center of a world-class city. Come network with your fellow young professionals in a spectacular space overlooking the central business district. Enjoy complimentary craft beer, wine, and appetizers, while sharing your ideas of what will make Downtown thrive now and for years to come.

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Day 4: September 15, 2023

9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. | Health, Wealth, and Career Success
Location: The Record Co, 960 Mass Ave, 02118
Hosted by: Boston Medical Center

A series of informational tables and keynote talks under these themes:

Career development

Financial growth

Mental health

Attendees can attend presentations, browse tables, or visit the networking area. The aim is to equip young professionals with skills, tools, and insights that will advance their careers and financial health while taking care of their mental well-being.

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9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. | From Idea to Reality: How to Monetize your Passion
Location: Kirstein Business Library & Innovation Center, 700 Boylston Street, Boston, MA, 02116
Hosted by: Small Business Strong

Are you tired of feeling like your passion is just a hobby and not something that can sustain you financially? Do you have an idea but don’t know where to start? Then this workshop is for you!

Join us for “From Idea to Reality: How to Monetize Your Passion,” a one-of-a-kind event where you’ll learn from our expert consultants who have successfully turned their passions into profitable businesses.

In this workshop, you’ll gain invaluable insights on:

Identifying your unique value proposition

Understanding your target audience and their needs

Creating a strong brand identity

Developing a scalable business model

Implementing effective marketing strategies

And much more!

Whether you’re a creative looking to turn your artistic talents into a career, a hobbyist wanting to turn your passion into a side hustle, or an entrepreneur looking to scale your business, this workshop will provide you with the tools and knowledge you need to turn your ideas into reality.

So, if you’re ready to take the next step and monetize your passion, join us for “From Idea to Reality: How to Monetize Your Passion” and start building the life you’ve always dreamed of!

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10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. | Your Financial Future: Create Financial Independence Seminar

Location: Deloitte 200 Berkeley Street, #10th floor, Boston, MA, 02116
Hosted by: New York Life

The Your Financial Future: Create Financial Independence Seminar is designed to provide your clients and prospects with an overview of all aspects of managing their finances. This seminar focuses on the basics including Life Insurance, LTC, retirement planning and other financial needs. At the end of this seminar, your audience will understand their current financial needs and be empowered to make informed financial decisions but will still need your guidance to uncover their individual insurance needs.

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2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Advancing Your Career: Strategies for Upskilling and Self-Advocacy

Location: Commonwealth Corporation, 33 Harrison Avenue Boston, MA 02111
Hosted by: Commonwealth Corporation

Advancing Your Career is a workshop hosted by Commonwealth Corporation that focuses on the importance of workforce development and self-advocacy in career advancement. The workshop will provide attendees with practical strategies and resources to build their skills, explore new career opportunities, and advocate for upward mobility. The session will include a presentation by Commonwealth Corporation staff on the grants and programs available to support upskilling and training for underemployed, unemployed, and incumbent workers. Attendees will learn about eligibility requirements, application processes, and program outcomes.

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3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Doing Business with Encore

Location: Virtual
Hosted by: City Awake | Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce

Please join us for another installment of the Pacesetters Doing Business series featuring Encore.

The Pacesetters Doing Business virtual series gives businesses of color (MBEs) the opportunity to hear directly from procurement officers at participating Pacesetter companies to learn about specific contract opportunities that may be unique to each company.

Encore is working to actively support and engage an inclusive supplier base. Their Supplier Diversity Program was created to help them connect with minority-, women-, and veteran-owned businesses around the globe.

The Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce encourages persons with disabilities to participate, and engage fully, in its programs and events. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation, including but not limited to, listening devices, closed captioning, large print, wheelchair access, allergies and environmental sensitivities, or if you have any questions about the venue, event format, or virtual platform, please contact us at chamberprograms@bostonchamber.com.

4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. | World Changers: Building a Sustainable Future for All Through Creativity and Entrepreneurship

Location: The Foundry, 101 Rogers St, Cambridge, MA 02142
Hosted by: M.I.N.D – my ideas never die Inc.

An open discussion around creative entrepreneurship and reimaging how society can function to benefit people and the planet.

At this event there will be opportunities to network with a like-M.I.N.Ded community interested in co-creating a collaborative society and channeling their passions into entrepreneurial pursuits. M.I.N.D will be hosting an open discussion touching upon how to be a creative entrepreneur, what resources exist in the community, and overcoming the challenges facing us as a society. Our goal is to have attendees leaving feeling like they have a supportive community, the tools to be a change agent, and the knowledge to pursue their passions.

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5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. | Soca Fusion Presents: Fit Fete!

Location: Accenture 888 Boylston Street, #12, Boston, MA, 02199
Hosted by: Soca Fusion

Soca Fusion and Accenture present FIT FETE & Caribbean Bites. A class meant to leave you glowing in sweat! We start with a warm-up testing your endurance while engaging and strengthening your muscles. Then jump into a joyful dance workout, while enjoying the sounds and vibes of Soca music. You will be supported to push past your limits, while encouraged to keep up with the pace and energy of the class.

Through Fit Fete, you will get exercise for both your physical and mental health, all the while enjoying yourself, the music, and being in space with other BIPOC. Fit Fete will connect young BIPOC with each other, their inner free, and what it is to take a pause for intentional joy for their overall well-being.

Join us as we create and hold joyous space for BIPOC of the Boston and Greater Boston Area – rooted in Soca, Caribbean, and Carnival Culture. So come show up and show out to FIT FETE!
We will also have a networking portion as part of the event with Accenture professionals. It will be a great opportunity to grow your connections in a fun environment enjoying Caribbean treats after the exercise!

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5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. | The B in Cannabis

Location: The Museum of NCAAA, National Center of Afro-American Artists, Inc., 300 Walnut Ave, Boston, MA 02119
Hosted by: City of Boston Mayor’s Office of Economic Opportunity & Inclusion

An immersive and interactive event aimed at providing education, networking opportunities, and technical assistance regarding the Boston cannabis licensing process and equity program.

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Day 5: September 16, 2023

10:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | The Biggest Candle Making Party Ever!

Location: Carson Place, 180 Mount Vernon Street, Boston, MA 02125
Hosted by: CandleLux

Join us at CandleLux for an extraordinary and historic event—the Biggest Candle Making Party Ever! Prepare to embark on an enchanting journey into the world of candles as we gather together to ignite creativity, celebrate craftsmanship, and create memories that will glow forever. CandleLux invites you to be a part of a truly monumental occasion. This is your chance to join us in making history as we host the largest candle making party in Boston ever witnessed. Get ready to immerse yourself in a sea of shimmering wax and indulge your senses in a symphony of captivating fragrances.

This event is not just a gathering; it’s an experience that will ignite your passion for candle making. Whether you’re an avid candle connoisseur, a craft enthusiast, or simply someone looking to explore a new creative avenue, the Biggest Candle Making Party Ever welcomes all to join us.

Our expert candle artisans will guide you through the mesmerizing process of handcrafting your own unique candle masterpieces. From customizing fragrances and experimenting with colors, you’ll have the opportunity to let your imagination run wild and create candles that are as extraordinary as you are.

Indulge in an atmosphere of camaraderie and inspiration as you connect with fellow candle enthusiasts and discover the secrets behind the art of candle making. The energy and excitement will be palpable as we come together to celebrate the beauty and significance of this timeless craft.

Whether you’re attending with friends, family, or flying solo, the Biggest Candle Making Party Ever promises a delightful and memorable experience for all. So mark your calendars, secure your spot, and be a part of this monumental event that will leave a lasting glow in your heart and the annals of candle making history.

Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be a part of the largest candle making party ever! Join us at CandleLux and create history together.

Reserve your spot now and let’s light up the world with the Biggest Candle Making Party Ever!

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10:00 a.m. – 11:30 p.m. | Roadmap to the Beloved Community: A discussion on Cultural Hub Development

Location: Virtual
Hosted by: Afrimerican Culture Initiative Inc.

“The end is reconciliation; the end is redemption; the end is the creation of the Beloved Community.” – Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. (Christmas sermon in 1967)

MLK’s vision of a beloved community intersects urban planning with cultural development as a major design parameter. Designing our communities to support community building, repairing past harms & promoting inclusivity, is the top most priority in developing a Beloved community in Boston. We will be discussing how to increase the culturally generated revenue in our multicultural hubs in Boston.

Roadmap to a Beloved Community: A Discussion on Cultural Hub Development in Hyde Park, MA

Discover the transformative power of culture and how it can thrive in our communities through innovative cultural hub development in Hyde Park. #culture2thrive. Let’s collaboratively pave the way to a Beloved Community in Hyde Park, MA, and beyond.

Be part of our City Awake – Fierce Urgency of Now festival event on Saturday, Sept. 16th, 2023, from 10 – 11:30 am.

Engage in our interactive virtual session featuring esteemed host & panelists:

Ruthzee Louijeune – Boston City Councilor at Large

Julia Mejia – Boston City Councilor at Large

Tasha Hull – Owner of Park 54 Restaurant & Lounge – Moderator

Thien Simpson – Executive Director Hyde park Main Streets

Marlon Solomon – Founder/ Snr. Project Engineer

This event is proudly co-sponsored by the Community Input Board of Hyde Park and the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce.

Note: For a dynamic participation experience, we recommend having a YouTube account to interact with our livestream. Get ready to engage by using two devices, such as a computer and your phone.

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1:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | Caribbean Rum & Food Festival

Location: Roxbury Community College, 1234 Columbus Avenue Parking Lot 1 Boston, MA 02120
Hosted by: Authentic Caribbean Foundation Inc.

Enjoy some of the world’s most renowned Caribbean Rum, cocktails, and food at the annual “Caribbean RUM & FOOD Festival” being held in Boston. Patrons will be given a journey through the Caribbean as they experience the culinary diversity, live entertainment, and the spirits of each Caribbean country. Enjoy the variety samplings of Caribbean rum and cocktails.

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Rescheduled Events

2:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. | One Day Only Fest 2023 | NEW DATE Sunday, September 17th

Location: Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway, Atlantic Avenue Boston, MA 02110
Hosted by: KICKBACK BOSTON

One Day Only Fest is a one day music activated experience that serves as a platform to amplify local and emerging artists. This is an outdoor all-aged event where we bring in live DJ sets and boldly claim space to amplify our voices and intensify our visibility in a city that may not always feel welcoming.

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11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. | A Lesson In Dance: Line Dancing, Step, and More | NEW DATE Saturday, September 23rd

Location: Dearborn STEM Academy, 36 Winthrop Street, Roxbury, MA 02119
Hosted by: Big Sister Association of Greater Boston

Connecting girls and women through the culture of dance.

Join us for an energetic session of line and step dancing led by our resident “party starter” Nicole Harrison. This session will include an opportunity to mingle and hear from a panel of wellness and dance enthusiasts. Bring your dancing shoes!

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Cancelled Events

12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Soulful Bliss Art & Music Fest 2023

Location: Long Wharf (North), 66 Long Wharf Boston, MA 02110
Hosted by: AfroDesiaCity Productions LLC

On September 16th, 2023, Boston Harbor Now and AfroDesiaCity, on the second part of a Soulful Bliss Fest, is a solstice cruise for communities of color for a soulful experience, enjoy the culture and appreciate their Harbor and Spectacle Island through programming that touches on the threats of climate change, the arts, inclusive fitness, games, food & drink, and live music.

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The Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce encourages persons with disabilities to participate, and engage fully, in its programs and events. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation, including but not limited to, listening devices, closed captioning, large print, wheelchair access, allergies and environmental sensitivities, please let us know so that we can accommodate. If you have any questions about the venues, event formats, or virtual platform, please contact us at chamberprograms@bostonchamber.com.

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