TO DO THIS WEEKEND: BOSTON JULY 28 – 30th, 2023

TO DO THIS WEEKEND: BOSTON JULY 28 – 30th, 2023

The 114th NAACP National Convention: Thriving Together, is being held in Boston this weekend, July 26-Aug 1st, 2023.

The 114th NAACP National Convention is taking place this weekend in Boston, Massachusetts. The convention will run from July 26-Aug 1st, 2023, and will be hosted at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center.

The theme of the convention is “Thriving Together”, and the event will focus on issues of racial justice, voting rights, economic empowerment, and education.

The schedule for the convention includes a variety of panels, workshops, and speakers. Some of the most prominent speakers at the convention include:

  • Kamala Harris, Vice-President of the United States
  • Hillary Clinton, former Secretary of State
  • James Clyburn, Assistant Democratic Leader at US House
  • Ayanna Pressley, United States Representative from Massachusetts
  • Justin Jones, United States Representative from Tennessee
  • Shavon Arline-Bradley, President and CEO of the National Council of Negro Women
  • Gary Chambers, social justice advocate
  • Bishop Vashti McKenzie, author and minister
  • Rome Flynn, actor
  • Sheryl Underwood, comedian and television host

In addition to the speakers, the convention will also feature a number of other events, including a cultural festival, and a job fair.

The NAACP National Convention is a major event in the fight for racial justice. The convention brings together activists, leaders, and everyday people to discuss the issues facing the Black community and to work together to create a more just and equitable society.

If you are interested in attending the NAACP National Convention, you can find more information on the NAACP website. https://naacp.org/

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Events happening in Boston this Weekend, July 14-16th, 2023

Weather This Weekend

      • Friday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 94 degrees. There will be a west wind of 10 to 13 miles per hour.
      • Friday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 75 degrees. There will be a southwest wind of 11 miles per hour.
      • Saturday: There is a 30% chance of showers after 1 PM. Otherwise, it will be mostly sunny, with a high near 89 degrees . There will be a west wind of 10 to 13 miles per hour.
      • Saturday Night: There is a 30% chance of showers before 10 PM. Otherwise, it will be partly cloudy, with a low around 65 degrees . There will be a north wind of 9 to 11 miles per hour.
      • Sunday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 79 degrees . There will be a northwest wind of 10 miles per hour.
      • Sunday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 62 degrees . There will be a south wind of 8 to 10 miles per hour becoming northwest after midnight.

      The weather this weekend will be mostly sunny with a few chances of showers.

    Please note that these are just forecasts and the actual weather may vary.

Activate News July 25th, 2023 ENBRIDGELINE5, UPSContract, EmmitTill

Activate News July 25th, 2023 ENBRIDGELINE5, UPSContract, EmmitTill

Activate News for Tuesday, July 25th, 2023

Activate News is your independent source for news, free from the influence of corporations. We’re an all-volunteer radio station that originated at Occupy Boston, and we’re committed to bringing you the news that matters.

Here are some of the stories we’re covering today:

  • Canadian oil corporation Enbridge ordered to shut down Line 5 pipeline
  • Teamsters, UPS reach tentative contract agreement, averting strike
  • Emmett Till honored with two national monuments on his birthday
  • EVENTS

Tune in at the top of the hour on Activate Radio to hear the latest from Activate News. You can find us online at activatemedia.org.

We hope you’ll join us!

EVENTS

TODAY AT 6 PM
The Jungle Community Music Club Somerville

Event by The Jungle Community Music Club

TODAY AT 8 PM
Royale Boston

TODAY AT 9 PM
3 Harvard Ave,Allston,02134,US Allston

TODAY AT 9:45 PM
The Jungle Community Music Club Somerville

Event by The Jungle Community Music Club

TOMORROW AT 6 PM
The Jungle Community Music Club Somerville

Event by The Jungle Community Music Club

TOMORROW AT 9 PM
3 Harvard Ave,Allston,02134,US Allston

THIS THURSDAY AT 6:30 PM
Event by Mike Moore

THIS THURSDAY AT 9 PM
3 Harvard Ave,Allston,02134,US Allston

THIS FRIDAY AT 8 PM
Faces Brewing Co. Malden

Event by Faces Brewing Co.

THIS FRIDAY AT 8 PM
Mayday Providence

Event by Linnea’s Garden

THIS FRIDAY AT 8 PM
The Jungle Community Music Club Somerville

Event by The Jungle Community Music Club

THIS FRIDAY AT 9 PM
3 Harvard Ave,Allston,02134,US Allston

THIS FRIDAY AT 9:30 PM
Midway Cafe Jamaica Plain

Event by Midway Cafe

The Occupied Nation Show Monday, July 24th, 2023 Maya Shaffer on her ‘Seven Years War’ with BPD

The Occupied Nation Show Monday, July 24th, 2023 Maya Shaffer on her ‘Seven Years War’ with BPD

Host – Patrick Wilson

Co-Hosts – Rhodes Pierre and David Concepcion

Guest – Maya Shaffer 

This week on the Occupied Nation Show we have Maya Shaffer as a guest! She joins us for the hour to discuss her recent article about her experiences with Boston Police on Marathon Day 2015. ‘The Seven Years War‘.
Bio from her Patreon– ‘She is the founder of Critical MA News, and produces independent investigative reports on issues of governmental transparency and abuse in the municipal and state governments of Massachusetts. Previously she cofounded and operated the Baystate Examiner for several years. She’s an expert in Massachusetts Public Records Law and is a member of the New England Society of Professional Journalists Speaker’s Bureau. In 2019 she won a AAN award in their Free Speech and Open Government category. ‘
The Occupied Nation Show airs first on Activate Radio Monday Nights at 7PM ET.