Madison Park Development Corporation

Gospel-Jazz & Prelude to Christmas: A Live Recording by Phillip Young
2025-12-07 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Hibernian Hall
Gospel-Jazz & Prelude to Christmas: A Live Recording by Phillip Young
Sunday, December 77:00 PMHibernian Hall, 184 Dudley St #200, Boston, MA 02119Details:Join Grammy-nominated artist and NY Blues Hall of Famer Phillip Young for a special evening of gospel-jazz in a live album recording at the historic Hibernian Hall. This free community concert is a soulful prelude to the holiday season, and you’re invited to be part of the experience.Tickets: Reserve now on Eventbrite
Presented by: City of Boston

SOLD OUT - SPARKS! 2025 – A Futuristic Fete in Nubian Square | MPDC’s Annual Fundraising Gala
2025-11-20 18:30 - 22:00 | Hibernian Hall
THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT AND TICKETS WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR. We hope you’ll join us next year for our 60th anniversary!
SPARKS! 2025 – MPDC’s Annual Creative Black Tie Gala
Thursday, November 20, 20256:30 PM – 10:00 PMHibernian Hall Ballroom, 184 Dudley Street, Roxbury, MAJoin us for SPARKS! 2025 – Madison Park Development Corporation’s annual creative black tie fundraising gala. Join us for a futuristic fete filled with food, dancing, live performances, and community awards, all in celebration of MPDC’s impact and work in Roxbury.
Dress to impress with your most creative black tie look and support MPDC’s mission to build a stronger, more vibrant community.
For more info on the event or sponsorships, contact
Meghan Higgins, Resource Development Directormhiggins@madison-park.org | 617.849.6254

Abilities Dance Boston Presents: Music of Abilities Dance Boston 2025
2025-11-07 20:00 - 22:00 | Hibernian Hall
November 7th 8 pm

In Person Only @ Hibernian Hall
Register here

CMCB Fall Benefit 2025
2025-11-06 18:00 - 21:00 | Hibernian Hall
CMCB Fall Benefit 2025
Thursday, November 6, 2025Hibernian Hall, Boston, MA
Join the Community Music Center of Boston (CMCB) for its annual Fall Benefit, a meaningful evening in support of equitable access to arts education for Boston youth. Held at the historic Hibernian Hall, this gathering brings together community leaders, supporters, and friends to uplift the power of music and creativity.
Additional details, including timing, program highlights, and ticket information, will be announced soon.
For more information, please visit cmcb.org or contact the CMCB Development Team.

Hibernian Hall Music Festival – Celebrating 20 Years
2025-10-25 15:00 - 20:00 | Hibernian Hall
Hibernian Hall Music Festival – Celebrating 20 YearsSaturday, October 25, 2025Hibernian Hall, Roxbury, MA
Join us for an afternoon filled with incredible performances, delicious food, and vibrant art, all in the heart of Boston at Hibernian Hall. Let’s come together to honor two decades of creativity and community. Get ready to groove to live music, discover local talent, and immerse yourself in a celebration of the arts. Don’t miss out on this special event – mark your calendars now!
Dinner is included with admission.
PURCHASE TICKETS

The Way We Were: Roxbury Black Wall Street – Hibernian Hall Session
2025-09-24 10:00 - 12:00 | Hibernian Hall
The Way We Were: Roxbury Black Wall Street – Hibernian Hall Session
Wednesday, September 24, 2025 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Hibernian Hall, 184 Dudley Street, Roxbury, MA 02119
REGISTER HERE
As part of the Roxbury Black Wall Street weeklong event series, this full-day program at Hibernian Hall features research presentations, panel discussions, and performances focused on housing, finance, spirituality, and Black health traditions in Roxbury from 1900 to 1965.
Presented by: Black Biz Dev, RCC, Hibernian Hall, and community partnersContact: Marie@BlackBizDev.org

Confessions of a Black Dad: We All Go Through It
2025-09-21 17:00 - 20:00 | Hibernian Hall
Confessions of a Black Dad: We All Go Through ItSunday, September 21, 20255:00 – 8:00 pmat Hibernian Hall
184 Dudley Street, Roxbury, MA 02119
Confessions of a Black Dad is an emotional and heartfelt stage experience exploring the inner lives of Black fathers. This 90-minute journey weaves together themes of compassion, addiction, redemption, love, identity, healing, and growth through powerful storytelling and performance.
Rooted in truth and vulnerability, the show offers a space for reflection and connection with moments that will leave you laughing through your tears. Whether you’re a father, a son, or someone impacted by the powerful presence (or absence) of Black fatherhood, this experience will speak to you.
Join us for a moving night of storytelling, healing, and community.
Presented by: Hibernian Hall

Autumn Reverie: A Mapou Cultural Salon
2025-09-20 18:30 - 20:30 | Hibernian Hall
🍁 Autumn Reverie: A Mapou Cultural Salon
Saturday, September 20, 2025Doors open at 6:30 PMHibernian Hall, 184 Dudley Street, Boston, MA 02119
Fall into creativity and connection at Autumn Reverie: A Mapou Cultural Salon. Join MAPOU for a vibrant, fall-themed evening of live music, visual art, and cultural conversation designed to bring the community together in the spirit of expression and joy.
All are welcome!

Boston’s District 7 Roxbury Youth Forum
2025-08-27 16:00 - 19:00 | Hibernian Hall
Boston’s District 7 Roxbury Youth ForumWednesday, August 27, 20254:00 PM – 7:00 PMHibernian Hall, 184 Dudley Street, Suite 200, Boston, MA 02119
Join us for Boston’s District 7 Roxbury Youth Forum, a powerful in-person gathering where young people come together to speak up, share ideas, and drive real change in their community. Hosted by Teen Empowerment, in collaboration with MPDC, Boston Jobs Coalition, and MAHEI, this event is designed to amplify youth voices in District 7.
Expect open discussions, interactive activities, and space to explore what matters most to Roxbury’s next generation of leaders. If you’re a young person with something to say—or just want to be part of the movement—this is for you.
Presented by Teen Empowerment in partnership with MPDC, Boston Jobs Coalition, and MAHEI
REGISTER HERE

MPDC Health Fair 2025
2025-06-28 11:00 - 14:00 | Hibernian Hall
MPDC’s Health Fair 2025Saturday, June 28, 202511:00 AM – 2:00 PMHibernian Hall, 184 Dudley Street, Roxbury, MA 02119
Join MPDC’s Health, Equity, and Wellness Team for Health Fair 2025! This annual event welcomes all ages to enjoy a day of free health-focused activities, wellness resources, and community connection. The day kicks off with a community walk from the Dewitt Center to Hibernian Hall from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Highlights include:
Free massage therapy
Breakfast & lunch
15+ health education vendors
Youth Kids Zone
Men’s Health Breakout Room with special guests and motivational speakers
Health screenings
A special Cardio Drums wellness session with Tariq Pinkston, Mind-Body Fitness Trainer
Free & open to the public
Contact: Leslie Stafford – lstafford@madison-park.org
Presented by: MPDC in partnership with United Way, NeighborWorks America, Northeastern University, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, and WellSense Health Plan

The 27th Annual Roxbury International Film Festival
2025-06-19 19:00 - 2025-06-27 20:00 | Hibernian Hall
The 27th Annual Roxbury International Film FestivalJune 19–27, 2025Various locations across Roxbury and Greater BostonNow in its 27th year, the Roxbury International Film Festival (RoxFilm) celebrates people of color from around the world through provocative, entertaining, and fiercely independent cinema. Join us for nine days of film screenings, daily script reads, workshops, panels, filmmaker hangouts, and more.
Festival Info & Tickets: roxfilmfest.com

Radiance – EGC’s Ministry Celebration & Annual Fundraiser
2025-05-17 17:00 - 20:00 | Hibernian Hall
Radiance – EGC’s Ministry Celebration & Annual FundraiserSaturday, May 17, 20255:00 PM – 8:00 PMHibernian Hall, 184 Dudley Street, Roxbury, MA 02119
You are invited to Radiance—a joyful evening of celebration, connection, and community in support of the Emmanuel Gospel Center (EGC). This free event will include delicious food, original music, inspiring updates, and the chance to gather with friends and supporters of EGC’s work across Greater Boston.
Join us as we reflect on the light and impact of our ministry, and help us meet two generous $25,000 matching gift challenges to support EGC’s mission.
Presented by: Emmanuel Gospel CenterContact: Visit egc.org to RSVP

The State of MPDC @ Hibernian Hall
2025-03-31 18:00 - 20:00 | Hibernian Hall
THE STATE OF MADISON PARK DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
MPDC’S 2024-2026 STRATEGIC PLAN UPDATE
Join MPDC for a community forum as we share key updates on our 2024-2026 Strategic Plan, highlighting our progress, celebrating recent milestones, and outlining our vision for the remainder of the plan.
Be part of the conversation, enjoy refreshments, and learn how MPDC is shaping the future of our community!
MONDAY, MARCH 31, 2025
6 PM – 8 PM
at Hibernian Hall
184 DUDLEY STREET
ROXBURY, MA
RSVP HERE

Actors’ Shakespeare Project presents: August Wilson’s The Piano Lesson
2025-01-23 19:00 - 2025-02-23 14:00 | Hibernian Hall
In Wilson’s Pulitzer Prize-winning epic,
the haunting melodies of the past will ignite a family conflict.

by August Wilson
Directed by Christopher V. Edwards
In Partnership with Hibernian Hall
January 23 – February 23, 2025
Actors’ Shakespeare Project is thrilled to continue and deepen our dedication to August Wilson’s American Century Cycle with one of his most celebrated titles: The Piano Lesson.
Tensions are crackling under the floorboards of Doaker Charles’ household when his fast-talking nephew Boy Willie blows in from Mississippi with a scheme to set their descendants up for generations. The plan: sell the family’s ornate antique piano carved by an enslaved ancestor and use it to buy the land where his ancestors were enslaved. But half of the piano also belongs to Berniece, who refuses to let her brother pawn off the heirloom. As the siblings dig in their heels, they will search deeper into their lineage and uncover shocking revelations that will change them both forever.
Winner of the 1990 Pulitzer Prize for Drama and a 1990 Tony Award Nominee for Best Play, August Wilson’s The Piano Lesson is an explosive and incisive inquiry into the struggle between what we owe to our past and how we build our future.
RUN TIME: Two hours and forty-five minutes, including one intermission.
THURSDAY, JANUARY 23RD TO SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 23RD, 2025

BUY TICKETS AND SEE SHOWTIMES HERE
LEARN MORE HERE

RoxFilm Holiday Screening: Jingle Jangle – A Christmas Journey
2024-12-14 16:00 - 19:30 | Hibernian Hall
RoxFilm Holiday Screening: Jingle Jangle – A Christmas Journey
Saturday, December 14, 2024
4:00–5:00 PM: Food, Fun, and Treats
5:00–7:30 PM: Movie Screening
Hibernian Hall
184 Dudley St, Roxbury, MA
Start a new holiday tradition with RoxFilm! Join us for a festive and free screening of Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey. Bring your family and friends for an evening filled with holiday cheer, delicious treats, and an enchanting movie experience.
Free
RSVP HERE

Hibernian Hall presents: Become An Author
2024-12-14 11:00 - 13:00 | Hibernian Hall
Join us for a dynamic workshop tailored for young aspiring authors, ages 8-16, at Hibernian Hall! Discover the secrets of writing and publishing your very own e-book in an engaging and interactive environment. This book workshop is led by award winning author Valerie Foxx (Butterfly Foxx Productions)
Event Highlights:
Date & Time: Saturday, December 14, 2024, at 11:00 AM.
Location: Hibernian Hall, Roxbury
REGISTER HERE
What to Expect:
Expert-guided sessions on writing and self-publishing your stories.
Free book readings and author signings to spark inspiration.
Delicious snacks and exciting prizes to make the day extra special.
This is more than just a workshop—it’s a gateway to creativity and achievement. Don’t miss this opportunity to nurture your storytelling talents and connect with a vibrant community of young authors.
Reserve your spot today and take the first step toward becoming a published author!

A Winter NubianLand!
2024-12-08 16:00 - 20:00 | Hibernian Hall
A Winter NubianLand is finally here! Join the Roxbury Cultural District on Saturday, December 8th for an evening celebrating the vibrant artists and merchants of the Roxbury Cultural District. Enjoy the sweet sounds of Roxbury’s own Fred Woodard Band, motivating Hip Hop and Spoken Word by Teen Empowerment, inspiring vocals of Karim Johnson, live art-making with Alexis Smith, and many more! Arts and craft vendors will be available for your holiday shopping as you enjoy delectable bites from featured restaurants in the Roxbury Cultural District.
Immerse yourself in the rich culture, music, and flavors of the Roxbury Cultural District. From shopping, dancing + discussion to mouth-watering cuisine, this event promises to be an unforgettable experience. Take a free guided tour of the district led by Live Like a Local Tours and learn about the historical significance of the region. Space for the tour is limited, reserve your seat at info@roxburyculturaldistrict.com
This all-ages event is free and open to the public! Get your tickets here!

SOLD OUT Sparks! 2024 - A starry night in Nubian Square - MPDC's Annual Fundraising Gala
2024-11-21 18:30 - 21:30 | Hibernian Hall
You are cordially invited to
Sparks!
A starry night in Nubian Square
MPDC’s Annual Fundraising Gala
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2024
6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
(Pre-Reception at 5:30)
Hibernian Hall Ballroom
184 Dudley Street
Roxbury, MA 02119
Madison Park Development Corporation welcomes you to a festive, creative black-tie (*OPTIONAL*) gala at historic Hibernian Hall! Enjoy an evening of building community through meaningful awards, exciting performances, a delicious dinner, locally made beverages, and, of course, dancing!
**Please wear WHATEVER you’d like!**

Roxbury Roots @ Hibernian Hall
2024-11-16 18:30 - 20:30 | Hibernian Hall
HIBERNIAN HALL
presents
ROXBURY ROOTS
an evening of gathering and storytelling around the campfire
Saturday, November 16, 2024
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Doors open: 6 pm
at Hibernian Hall 184 Dudley Street, Roxbury, MA 02119
PURCHASE TICKETS HERE!

Join Hibernian Hall for a night of gathering and live storytelling around the campfire. “Roxbury Roots” is back by popular demand.
Allow the night to take you through a wide range of human experiences filled with laughter, tears, and truth. Each story is unique, and each voice is authentic, and we will go through each journey together.
Stick around for food, refreshments, and lots of prizes.

“Roxbury Roots” was created by Haris Lefteri (Creative Director of Hibernian Hall) and Leslie Stafford (Health Equity & Wellness Coordinator), who wanted to provide a platform for adventurers and storytellers. It opened in August 2022, and after popular demand, we are back for more.

All proceeds from this event will go to charity!

Hibernian Hall presents: "An Evening in Brazil"
2024-10-17 18:30 - 2024-10-18 21:30 | Hibernian Hall
Join us at Hibernian Hall for an unforgettable night as we celebrate the vibrant and dynamic Afro-Brazilian culture at “An Evening in Brazil.“ This immersive experience will transport you to the streets of Rio through live music, electrifying samba, capoeira performances, and rich visual displays.
Presented by: Artist & educator Cornell Coley.
Try authentic Brazilian cuisine and explore the roots and rhythms of Afro-Brazilian heritage. This is an evening designed to captivate all your senses.
Come celebrate with us and experience the beauty and energy of Brazil’s rich culture.
Open to all ages, “An Evening in Brazil” is an event you won’t want to miss!
TICKETS $18-25
PURCHASE TICKETS HERE
ALL AGES EVENT
Highlights:
Orixa Opening Dance: A spiritual journey into Rio’s Black heritage.
Capoeira: An exhilarating display of cultural resilience.
Choro Music & Samba Enredo: Explore the roots of Brazil’s music with live performances.
Samba Reggae & Frevo: Joyous celebration of Afro-Brazilian pride.
Finale Samba Pagode: A participatory samba to close the night on a high note.
Come celebrate the spirit of Little Africa, where tradition, music, and dance come together in an immersive evening of cultural pride and joy.

Hibernian Hall Presents "Brazil: Music & Dance" PART II
2024-10-04 19:00 - 21:30 | Hibernian Hall
Hibernian Hall Presents
“Brazil Music & Dance – How African Heritage Shaped Brazil’s Rhythms“

Join us on Friday, October 4, 2024, at 7:00 PM for an unforgettable evening as we dive into into the rich cultural legacy of Afro-Brazilian music and dance, and its deep African roots.
In this second installment of a 2-part series, led by 3 cultural educators, you will explore how African heritage influenced some of Brazil’s most iconic dance and music forms. Through engaging slides, videos, live music, and interactive dance demonstrations, you’ll experience the powerful rhythms and movements that define Brazilian culture today.
GENERAL ADMISSION $12
STUDENTS AND SENIORS $10
PURCHASE TICKETS HERE

What to expect:
A dynamic presentation combining live music, storytelling, and dance.
Learn the origins & evolution of Brazilian dance forms like samba, capoeira & choro.
Participate in an interactive dance demonstration led by SAMBAVIVA’s Randi Henry, showcasing samba and other traditional dances.
Discover the historical & cultural connections between African traditions and Brazilian rhythms.
Why Attend?
Not only will you walk away with a deeper appreciation for Afro-Brazilian history and culture, but part of the proceeds will go to support local organizations, such as the National Center for Afro-American Artists (NCAAA), preserving cultural heritage.
Whether you’re passionate about history, culture, music, or social justice, this event is designed to inspire.
Don’t miss out on this exciting and educational evening. Reserve your spot today!

The Roxbury Cultural District's Community Arts and Cultural Convening
2024-10-03 17:30 - 20:30
The Roxbury Cultural District (RCD) is painting an aspirational portrait of the future for Roxbury artists based on their input.
Thursday, October 3, 2024
5:30 to 8:30 pm
Hibernian Hall
184 Dudley Street
Roxbury, MA
RCD will host its inaugural Community Arts and Cultural Convening at Hibernian Hall. The Community Arts and Cultural Convening is an opportunity to strengthen connections within the cultural community. The RCD board will present and gather feedback from community-based artists and residents on ways to amplify the district’s cultural assets.
This FREE event will run from 5:30pm to 8:30pm and is open to the public. Refreshments from Nubian Markets, Roxbury’s only market, café and gathering space, will be served.

For more information, email info@roxburyculturaldistrict.com.

Hibernian Hall x Boston Lyric Opera present Street Stage at Roxbury's Madison Park
2024-08-17 10:30 - 12:00 | Madison Park, 60 Ruggles Street, Roxbury, MA, United States
Street Stage at Roxbury’s Madison Park
Presented in partnership with Hibernian Hall
Saturday, August 17, 10:30am –12:00pm
60 Ruggles Street between Dewitt Drive and Sojourner Truth Court
Boston, MA 02120
Rain location: Hibernian Hall, 184 Dudley Street, Roxbury, MA 02119
Boston Lyric Opera Musicians: Angela Yam, Soprano; Fred C. VanNess, Jr., Tenor; Brett Hodgdon, Pianist

FREE – REGISTER HERE
Roxbury’s Madison Park becomes a multicultural music destination as Boston Lyric Opera and Hibernian Hall team up for a one-of-a-kind concert experience. Inspired by the theme RHYTHM, BLO opera singers will perform fan-favorite arias from Europe and the Americas intertwined with sets by Boston’s beloved Afro-Latin percussionist Cornell Coley and members of his ensemble. The event will culminate in a community dance party led by the traditional West African dancers of the Akwaaba Ensemble. Bring a chair or blanket to settle on the grass, or listen in while enjoying the park’s playground, chess tables, and basketball courts.
This program is free and is recommended for audiences of all ages. Texts and English translations of the multilingual program will be provided on site.
Street Stage is supported by the Mayor’s Office of Arts and Culture and the City of Boston through the Neighborhood and Downtown Activation Grant. The 2024 Street Stage season is sponsored by HarborOne Bank.

STREET STAGE: WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO!
Arrival
Early arrivals are encouraged. BLO staff will be on site to provide programs and answer questions. You are welcome to come and go during the concert.
Seating
Limited numbers of covered tents and folding chairs will be provided on site and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. You are welcome to bring a blanket or lawn chair.
Accessibility
The park is fully wheel accessible. If you need any special accommodation on site, please email access@blo.org at least one week before the performance.
Weather
Street Stage will proceed in a variety of weather conditions, including direct sun and light rain. In the case of severe inclement weather (including strong winds), BLO staff will update our website with the new performance time. Register for the event to receive an e-mail with weather-related updates.
Public Transit
The nearest MBTA stop ist Ruggles (Orange Line).
Bus access is available via the #8, #19, or #47.
Parking
The closest parking garage is the Renaissance Park Garage on Northeastern campus located at 835 Columbus Avenue, Boston MA 02120.
Limited street parking is available – please read signs for resident permit-only.
Food & Beverages
Food and beverages are welcome on site, and we encourage you to bring water. Pets
Pets are welcome at Street Stage events, but should be kept on a leash and cleaned up after.
What to bring:
Here’s a suggested packing list!

Lawn chair or blanket
Sunscreen
Hat, visor, sunglasses, personal fan
Bug spray
Water & snacks
Masks (optional but always welcome)

What NOT to bring/do:
Please help make Street Stage safe and fun for everyone!

Smoking and vaping are not allowed at Street Stage events.
Please do not actively ride a bike, skateboard, or Segway during the performance.
Do not use beach umbrellas or other items that obscure others’ view.

Questions? Contact access@blo.org.

Hibernian Hall presents Roxbury Roots - 2 Year Anniversary!
2024-08-10 18:00 - 20:30 | Hibernian Hall
HIBERNIAN HALL
presents
ROXBURY ROOTS
an evening of gathering and storytelling around the campfire
Saturday, August 10, 2024
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Doors open: 6 pm
at Hibernian Hall 184 Dudley Street, Roxbury, MA 02119
PURCHASE TICKETS HERE!
Join Hibernian Hall for a night of live storytelling around the campfire. “Roxbury Roots” is back by popular demand, and on August 10, we are celebrating our two-year anniversary!

Allow the night to take you through a wide range of human experiences filled with laughter, tears, and truth. Each story is unique, and each voice is authentic, and we will go through each journey together.
Stick around for food, refreshments, and lots of prizes.
“Roxbury Roots” was created by Haris Lefteri (Creative Director of Hibernian Hall) and Leslie Stafford (Health Equity & Wellness Coordinator), who wanted to give a platform to adventurers and storytellers. It opened in August 2022, and after popular demand, we are back for more.
Alll proceeds from this event will go to charity!
For more information, contact Leslie Stafford, Health, Equity & Wellness Manager at lstafford@madison-park.org
#ItsHappeningAtHibernian #MPDCRox #MPDCNorthStar

Hibernian Hall Summer Book Contest
2024-07-25 09:00 - 2024-08-30 17:00 | Hibernian Hall
Let your creativity shine this summer by sharing your unique stories with us! Choose one of the following questions and write an essay for a chance to be published in our upcoming anthology, earning you author credit for your work. Winners will also be notified via email.

Essay Questions:
Option 1: Personal Achievement: Describe a goal you overcame. How did you achieve it, and who inspired or helped you along the way? What did you learn from your experience?

Option 2: Cultural Celebration: Share a story about a special tradition or celebration in your culture. What makes it meaningful to you and your loved ones?
Submission Guidelines:

Age Group: Open to applicants between ages 6-17
Deadline: Submit your essay by Friday, August 30, 2024, at 7 PM.
Length: Essays should be between 100-125 words.
Originality: All entries must be original works that have not been published elsewhere, including online platforms or self-published.
Consent for Promotion: By entering the contest, participants agree that their stories may be used in promotional materials for the contest and Hibernian Hall events without compensation.
Contact Information: For questions or more information, participants can contact the contest organizers at superherostory23@gmail.com

Your story matters to us; we can’t wait to read it! Good luck to all participants!

SUBMIT YOUR ESSAY HERE!

FREE EVENT: Health Fair (happening at Hibernian Hall) | Hosted by MPDC
2024-06-29 12:00 - 15:00 | Hibernian Hall, 184 Dudley Street, Roxbury, MA, 02119, United States
MPDC invites you to its first Health Fair!
About MPDC’s Health Fair: Join us for MPDC’s first Health Fair, a vibrant and informative event dedicated to promoting health and wellness in Roxbury. This year’s health fair promises free breakfast/lunch, wellness activities, and fun for the whole family.
When: Saturday, June 29th, 2024; from 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Where: Hibernian Hall (located at 184 Dudley Street, Roxbury, MA 02119)
Cost: FREE!
For more information about MPDC’s Health Fair, please contact Leslie Stafford, MPDC’s Health Equity and Wellness Manager, at lstafford@madison-park.org.
#MPDC #MPDCRox #DoItAtTheDewitt

Event Details:

Setup Time for Vendors: 8:00 am – 9:15 am

Health Fair Time: 12:15 pm – 3:00 pm

Parking: Street parking is available

Parking is available for Whittier Street Health Van in the rear parking lot.

You are invited to join us for a morning walk and fitness exercise. This will allow you to engage with health fair participants before they visit your table.

Setup Instructions:

You can set up your table between 8:00 am and 9:15 am.

You can leave your items at the venue and return them by 11:45 a.m. when the Health Fair starts if you don’t mind. If not, leave them with me the night before the event. Please email me if you choose to drop off your items early.

Event Schedule:

9:30 am – 10:00 am: Walk from the Dewitt Center to Hibernian Hall. You are welcome to participate in the walk.

10:00 am: Breakfast (Infused water, yogurt, Smoothies, etc.)

10:00 am: Fitness exercise (Cardio Drums).
11:45 am – 12:15 pm: Lunch provided
12:15 pm – 3:00 pm: Health Fair.

Speakers:

Heart of a Giant – Somaneh Bouba
MPDC Director

MPDC Deputy Director

Open Mic for vendors

Fifteen Cents on the Dollar – A Conversation about Racial Wealth Gaps at Hibernian Hall
2024-05-30 17:30 - 20:00 | Hibernian Hall
Join us for a deep dive into the complexities of racial wealth disparities and strategies for change.
Thursday, May 30th, 2024
5:30 PM – Networking and refreshments
6:30 PM – Data presentation and panel discussion
REGISTER HERE – FREE
An evening of networking, snacks from local food businesses, a compelling presentation on data regarding racial wealth gaps in Boston and beyond, and an engaging panel with local change makers followed by audience Q & A.
First 50 registrants will receive a free copy of Fifteen Cents on the Dollar upon its release on June 18th, 2024!
Limited space capacity – register today!

About the book
Fifteen Cents on the Dollar
How Americans Made the Black-White Wealth Gap
By Louise Story, Ebony Reed
A sweeping, deeply researched narrative history of Black wealth and the economic discrimination embedded in America’s financial system through public and private actions that created today’s Black-white wealth gap.
The early 2020s will long be known as a period of racial reflection. In the wake of the police killing of George Floyd, Americans of all backgrounds joined together in historic demonstrations in the streets, discussions in the workplace, and conversations at home about the financial gaps that remain between white and Black Americans. This deeply investigated book follows the lives of seven Black Americans of different economic levels, ages and professions during the three years following this period of racial reckoning.
Drawing on intimate interviews with these individuals—three of whom are well known and four of whom most readers will learn about for the first time in the book—the authors bring data, research and history to life. Fifteen Cents on the Dollar shows the scores of set-backs that have held the Black-white wealth gap in place—from enslavement to redlining to banking discrimination—and ultimately, the set-backs that occurred in the mid-2020s as the push for racial equity became a polarized political debate.
Fifteen Cents on the Dollar is a comprehensive, deeply human look at Black-white wealth-gap history, told through the lives Black Americans as well as through the development of a new bank intended to help close the Black-white wealth gap. Seasoned journalist-academics Louise Story and Ebony Reed provide crucial insights on American economic equity, Black business ownership, and political and business practices that leave Black Americans behind. In chronicling how these staggering injustices came to be, they show how and why so little progress on the wealth gap has been made and provide insights Americans should consider if they want lasting change.
Visit www.15cents.info for more information on the book. Louise and Ebony jointly teach an MBA class on racial wealth gaps at The Yale School of Management.

About the authors/moderators
Louise and Ebony jointly teach an MBA class on racial wealth gaps at The Yale School of Management.
Louise Story
Louise is a prize-winning investigative journalist who spent more than 15 years at the New York Times and the Wall Street Journal, where she was the top masthead editor running coverage strategy. Her work investigating corruption led to the largest kleptocracy forfeiture in U.S. history, a scandal known as the 1MDB case. Her work during the 2008 financial crisis led to a multi-billion dollar settlement in the derivative market and to Goldman Sachs’s S.E.C. settlement. Projects she led have received honors including Emmy Awards, Pulitzer Prize finalist citations, and Online News Association awards. Louise’s film “The Kleptocrats” aired on the BBC, Apple and Amazon. She teaches about racial wealth gaps at The Yale School of Management.
Ebony Reed
Ebony began her career as a reporter at The Plain Dealer, covering Cleveland public schools, documenting public education’s inequities, with her work recognized by The Investigative Reporters & Editors organization. At the Detroit News, she managed the local coverage during the 2008 economic crisis. Now the Chief Strategy Officer at The Marshall Project, she has held other senior roles at the Associated Press, Boston Business Journal, and The Wall Street Journal. She’s taught at more than a half dozen institutions, including The Yale
School of Management, where she co-teaches with Louise.

Arts on the Rox 2024 | Happening @ Hibernian Hall
2024-05-17 18:00 - 21:00 | Hibernian Hall, 184 Dudley Street, Roxbury, MA, 02119, United States
Hibernian Hall is bringing Arts on the Rox BACK in May!
About Arts on the Rox: Step into a world of vibrant colors, tropical rhythms, and transformative art at Hibernian Hall’s Arts on the Rox! Enjoy live performances, food and refreshments, Samba dancing, and fun surprises for all guests to partake in and enjoy.
When: Friday, May 17th, 2024; from 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Where: Hibernian Hall (located at 184 Dudley Street, Roxbury, MA 02119)
Cost: $35 for General Admission; $65 for VIP Admission
| Purchase tickets for Arts on the Rox here |
For more information about Arts on the Rox, please contact Haris Lefteri, MPDC’s Program Director of Hibernian Hall, at hibernianhall@madison-park.org.
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FREE EVENT: Roxbury Roots: You Don't Know My Story | Hosted by MPDC/Hibernian Hall (happening @ Hibernian Hall)
2024-04-26 18:30 - 20:30 | Hibernian Hall, 184 Dudley Street, Roxbury, MA, 02119, United States
Join Hibernian Hall for a night of gathering and live storytelling around the campfire. “Roxbury Roots” is back by popular demand after its first successful year!
About Roxbury Roots: Allow the night to take you through many human experiences filled with laughter, tears, and truth. Each story is unique, each voice is authentic, and we will go through each journey together. “Roxbury Roots” was created by Haris Lefteri (Creative Director of Hibernian Hall) and Leslie Stafford (Health Equity & Wellness Coordinator), who wanted to provide a platform for adventurers and storytellers. It opened in August 2022, and after popular demand, we are back for more. Stick around for food, refreshments, and lots of prizes. Plus, all proceeds for this event will go to charity!
When: Friday, April 26th, 2024; from 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Where: Hibernian Hall (located at 184 Dudley Street, Roxbury, MA 02119)
Cost: FREE!
| Register for this event here |
For more information about Roxbury Roots, please contact hibernianhall@madison-park.org.
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DISCOUNTED EVENT: King Hedley II (happening at Hibernian Hall) | Hosted by Actors' Shakespeare Project
2024-03-24 19:30 - 21:30 | Hibernian Hall, 184 Dudley Street, Roxbury, MA, 02119, United States
Actors’ Shakespeare Project brings a very special BlackOut performance of King Hedley II to Hibernian Hall in March!
About King Hedley II: Fresh off of a seven-year stint in prison, King Hedley II (named after his father, who was played by Johnnie Mack in ASP’s Seven Guitars) dreams of going straight. He’s going to open his video store — even if he has to steal every refrigerator in Pittsburgh to make it happen. Returning home to the Hill District in 1985, King finds that his community is beset by violence, con men, and redlining. As King fights to keep his family afloat, the harsh realities of Reagan’s America threaten to drag him under. King Hedley II dives into family tensions and the Black experience in America with Wilson’s signature poeticism and power.
When: Sunday, March 24th, 2024; from 7:30 – 9:30 pm
Where: Hibernian Hall (located at 184 Dudley Street, Roxbury, MA 02118)
Cost: REGULAR TIX – $59.50 + $5.00 fees; STUDENTS – $25.00 + $5.00 fees
| Purchase tickets here, use code: HILLDISTRICT |
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