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Sep
22
Tue
2020
On this Land: Reframing Public Memory @ Zoom
Sep 22 @ 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm

How do monuments and memorials shape our understanding of place—and what we choose to forget? And how might we reframe public memory to address the harmful legacy of colonialism in our region? This artist panel will consider how remembering and forgetting of Indigenous peoples and colonial history shaped the landscape and collective consciousness of Greater Boston—and the necessary role of Indigenous artists in shaping more just public spaces.

Sep
29
Tue
2020
Future Histories: The Case for Creative Commemoration @ Zoom
Sep 29 @ 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm

Reclaim? Recontextualize? Relocate? Remove? What should we do with monuments that no longer reflect our shared history and collective values (or never did to begin with)? This conversation among artists, designers, and educators will explore how creative commemoration can help us see the past and present in a new light—and chart a path toward more just futures. 

Dec
14
Mon
2020
Webinar: Pool Testing for COVID-19 @ Zoom Conference
Dec 14 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Learn more about COVID-19 pool testing efforts underway in the region!
What is pool testing?
“Pool testing”—batching samples together and retesting individually if a result is positive—is a way for municipalities and schools to work together to provide regular, frequent, and cost-effective COVID-19 testing.
In this webinar, we’ll learn about the pool testing program led by Tufts University and the cities of Somerville and Medford; and hear about local pool testing programs in Salem and Wellesley.
Speakers will share more about how they started their pool testing efforts, lessons learned, and what you should know if you’re interested in setting up a pool testing program.
Aug
18
Wed
2021
Exploring Together: Navigating Hybrid Engagement Session 1 @ Zoom Conference
Aug 18 @ 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Exploring Together: Navigating Hybrid Engagement Session 1 @ Zoom Conference
Session 1

Emerging Practices & Challenges

Wednesday, August 18 | 3 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
We will kick-off this four-part series by hearing from our municipal colleagues on what is working, as well as the challenges they are facing when conducting hybrid meetings.
This working workshop will highlight what hybrid meetings might look like and what folks should prepare for as we head into the Fall.
Sep
29
Wed
2021
Exploring Together: Navigating Hybrid Engagement Session 2 @ Zoom Conference
Sep 29 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Exploring Together: Navigating Hybrid Engagement Session 2 @ Zoom Conference
Session 2

Facilitation & Meeting Design

Wednesday, September 29 | 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
As the world continues to adapt in the continued wake of a global pandemic, we are emerging into an era of flexible meeting experiences. Many municipalities and community engagement practitioners are exploring the possibility of hybrid meetings, offering online and in-person public participation.
Join us for a workshop series focused on shared practices and tools for hosting a successful meeting that bridges remote and in person participation. We will explore meeting facilitation and design, technology needs, and current state law and policy debates that will have an impact on municipal meeting policies moving forward.
Oct
20
Wed
2021
Exploring Together: Navigating Hybrid Engagement Session 3 @ Zoom Conference
Oct 20 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Exploring Together: Navigating Hybrid Engagement Session 3 @ Zoom Conference
Session 3

Technology & Hybrid Meeting Tools

Wednesday, October 20 | 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
As the world continues to adapt in the continued wake of a global pandemic, we are emerging into an era of flexible meeting experiences. Many municipalities and community engagement practitioners are exploring the possibility of hybrid meetings, offering online and in-person public participation.
Join us for a workshop series focused on shared practices and tools for hosting a successful meeting that bridges remote and in person participation. We will explore meeting facilitation and design, technology needs, and current state law and policy debates that will have an impact on municipal meeting policies moving forward.
Nov
17
Wed
2021
Exploring Together: Navigating Hybrid Engagement Session 4 @ Zoom Conference
Nov 17 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Exploring Together: Navigating Hybrid Engagement Session 4 @ Zoom Conference
Session 4

Policies & Open Meeting Law Updates

Wednesday, November 17 | 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
As the world continues to adapt in the continued wake of a global pandemic, we are emerging into an era of flexible meeting experiences. Many municipalities and community engagement practitioners are exploring the possibility of hybrid meetings, offering online and in-person public participation.
Join us for a workshop series focused on shared practices and tools for hosting a successful meeting that bridges remote and in person participation. We will explore meeting facilitation and design, technology needs, and current state law and policy debates that will have an impact on municipal meeting policies moving forward.