Want to Throw a Block Party?

When was the last time you shared a meal with a neighbor down the block? 

The city is encouraging residents to organize block parties this summer in an effort at fostering neighborliness and a sense of community in the city. 

If you're interested, organizers can print out a copy of the application and turn it into the DPW's Commercial Street offices at least 14 days prior to the event. 

Organizers can also request part or all of their street be shut down to vehicular traffic for the event, though they'll remain solely responsible for the cleanup of the event.

You can see a list of more rules here. 

If you have questions, call the DPW office at 781-397-7162.