Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion
@oeoi.boston.gov
Official Bluesky account of the Mayor's Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion. We help businesses launch, grow, and thrive in the City of Boston.
https://www.boston.gov/government/cabinets/economic-opportunity-and-inclusion
https://www.boston.gov/government/cabinets/economic-opportunity-and-inclusion
Ideas in Action is the City of Boston's Participatory Budgeting initiative, where residents can decide how to spend a part of the City's budget.
You can VOTE for the projects that will have the biggest impact on YOUR community until February 15th.
Vote: boston.gov/participate
You can VOTE for the projects that will have the biggest impact on YOUR community until February 15th.
Vote: boston.gov/participate
February 12, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Ideas in Action is the City of Boston's Participatory Budgeting initiative, where residents can decide how to spend a part of the City's budget.
You can VOTE for the projects that will have the biggest impact on YOUR community until February 15th.
Vote: boston.gov/participate
You can VOTE for the projects that will have the biggest impact on YOUR community until February 15th.
Vote: boston.gov/participate
Founded in 1991 by Patrick Petty, House of Culture has shaped the style and culture of Boston residents for more than three decades.
Hear from House of Culture as they reflect on their legacy and share what’s next for their business in our latest video: https://youtu.be/FUgj-qtjXW8
Hear from House of Culture as they reflect on their legacy and share what’s next for their business in our latest video: https://youtu.be/FUgj-qtjXW8
February 9, 2026 at 4:02 PM
Founded in 1991 by Patrick Petty, House of Culture has shaped the style and culture of Boston residents for more than three decades.
Hear from House of Culture as they reflect on their legacy and share what’s next for their business in our latest video: https://youtu.be/FUgj-qtjXW8
Hear from House of Culture as they reflect on their legacy and share what’s next for their business in our latest video: https://youtu.be/FUgj-qtjXW8
Free means free with the Boston Tax Help Coalition!
The Boston Tax Help Coalition provides residents earning $70,000 or less a year with free, quality tax preparation services.
Learn more at boston.gov/tax-help
The Boston Tax Help Coalition provides residents earning $70,000 or less a year with free, quality tax preparation services.
Learn more at boston.gov/tax-help
February 5, 2026 at 5:01 PM
Free means free with the Boston Tax Help Coalition!
The Boston Tax Help Coalition provides residents earning $70,000 or less a year with free, quality tax preparation services.
Learn more at boston.gov/tax-help
The Boston Tax Help Coalition provides residents earning $70,000 or less a year with free, quality tax preparation services.
Learn more at boston.gov/tax-help
Join representatives from the City of Boston's Office of Cultural Affairs and Office of Small Business for a Vietnamese Coffee Hour on Wednesday, February 11 at 11 am at Coco Leaf in Dorchester (1480 Dorchester Ave).
Attendees will learn more about City of Boston programs and resources.
Attendees will learn more about City of Boston programs and resources.
February 5, 2026 at 3:30 PM
Join representatives from the City of Boston's Office of Cultural Affairs and Office of Small Business for a Vietnamese Coffee Hour on Wednesday, February 11 at 11 am at Coco Leaf in Dorchester (1480 Dorchester Ave).
Attendees will learn more about City of Boston programs and resources.
Attendees will learn more about City of Boston programs and resources.
Applications are open for the Office of Small Business' Activation Grant Program!
Learn more about the grant and how to apply: boston.gov/smallbusiness
Attend a grant info session on 2/11 at 9:30am.
Register: #/registrationistration" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/_SDRIpn7Q5GXhw8VSSpwEg#/registration
Learn more about the grant and how to apply: boston.gov/smallbusiness
Attend a grant info session on 2/11 at 9:30am.
Register: #/registrationistration" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/_SDRIpn7Q5GXhw8VSSpwEg#/registration
February 4, 2026 at 8:30 PM
Applications are open for the Office of Small Business' Activation Grant Program!
Learn more about the grant and how to apply: boston.gov/smallbusiness
Attend a grant info session on 2/11 at 9:30am.
Register: #/registrationistration" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/_SDRIpn7Q5GXhw8VSSpwEg#/registration
Learn more about the grant and how to apply: boston.gov/smallbusiness
Attend a grant info session on 2/11 at 9:30am.
Register: #/registrationistration" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/_SDRIpn7Q5GXhw8VSSpwEg#/registration
Last week, the Boston Licensing Board approved its first batch of applicants to upgrade their beer and wine licenses for all-alcohol licenses.
Read more from Boston.com about these approved applications: https://www.boston.com/food/restaurants/2026/01/30/5-boston-restaurants-alcohol-licenses/
Read more from Boston.com about these approved applications: https://www.boston.com/food/restaurants/2026/01/30/5-boston-restaurants-alcohol-licenses/
February 4, 2026 at 6:15 PM
Last week, the Boston Licensing Board approved its first batch of applicants to upgrade their beer and wine licenses for all-alcohol licenses.
Read more from Boston.com about these approved applications: https://www.boston.com/food/restaurants/2026/01/30/5-boston-restaurants-alcohol-licenses/
Read more from Boston.com about these approved applications: https://www.boston.com/food/restaurants/2026/01/30/5-boston-restaurants-alcohol-licenses/
2026 marks the 100th anniversary of Black History Month, a milestone honoring a century of recognition, reflection, and resilience.
Visit boston.gov/black-history to view initiatives and upcoming events led by the City of Boston in honor of #BlackHistoryMonth.
Visit boston.gov/black-history to view initiatives and upcoming events led by the City of Boston in honor of #BlackHistoryMonth.
February 1, 2026 at 2:01 PM
2026 marks the 100th anniversary of Black History Month, a milestone honoring a century of recognition, reflection, and resilience.
Visit boston.gov/black-history to view initiatives and upcoming events led by the City of Boston in honor of #BlackHistoryMonth.
Visit boston.gov/black-history to view initiatives and upcoming events led by the City of Boston in honor of #BlackHistoryMonth.
The application deadline for the City of Boston's Catering Accelerator Program, led by Prepshift, is this Sunday, February 1!
Learn more and apply for this program at boston.gov/catering-accelerator
Learn more and apply for this program at boston.gov/catering-accelerator
Catering Accelerator Program
Whether your restaurant is just getting started with catering or looking to take your existing catering to the next level, the City of Boston Catering Accelerator Program will give you the tools, knowledge, and support to increase your revenue through catering during this eight-week program led by Prepshift. The deadline to apply to the Catering Accelerator Program is Sunday, February 1, 2026 at 12 pm. If you have any questions, please email hello@prepshift.co for support.
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January 30, 2026 at 5:06 PM
The application deadline for the City of Boston's Catering Accelerator Program, led by Prepshift, is this Sunday, February 1!
Learn more and apply for this program at boston.gov/catering-accelerator
Learn more and apply for this program at boston.gov/catering-accelerator
Yesterday, the Boston Licensing Board approved five applications from beer and wine licensees upgrading to non-transferable all alcoholic beverages licenses!
Read the press release: https://www.boston.gov/news/city-boston-licensing-board-approves-first-five-liquor-upgrades-beer-and-wine-licensees
Read the press release: https://www.boston.gov/news/city-boston-licensing-board-approves-first-five-liquor-upgrades-beer-and-wine-licensees
January 30, 2026 at 2:02 PM
Yesterday, the Boston Licensing Board approved five applications from beer and wine licensees upgrading to non-transferable all alcoholic beverages licenses!
Read the press release: https://www.boston.gov/news/city-boston-licensing-board-approves-first-five-liquor-upgrades-beer-and-wine-licensees
Read the press release: https://www.boston.gov/news/city-boston-licensing-board-approves-first-five-liquor-upgrades-beer-and-wine-licensees
Join Startup Boston and the City of Boston this Friday, 1/30 for our next Dealflow Mixer, bringing together pre-seed and seed-stage founders building product-based startups and investors actively backing product-driven companies.
Learn more and request an invite: https://luma.com/pmf2zgkf
Learn more and request an invite: https://luma.com/pmf2zgkf
January 27, 2026 at 2:01 PM
Join Startup Boston and the City of Boston this Friday, 1/30 for our next Dealflow Mixer, bringing together pre-seed and seed-stage founders building product-based startups and investors actively backing product-driven companies.
Learn more and request an invite: https://luma.com/pmf2zgkf
Learn more and request an invite: https://luma.com/pmf2zgkf
This week, the Federal Trade Commission and its partners will host a range of events as part of Identity Theft Awareness Week.
View free events and resources: ftc.gov/IDTheftWeek
Learn how the City's Office of Consumer Affairs can help you: boston.gov/consumer-affairs.
View free events and resources: ftc.gov/IDTheftWeek
Learn how the City's Office of Consumer Affairs can help you: boston.gov/consumer-affairs.
January 26, 2026 at 8:01 PM
This week, the Federal Trade Commission and its partners will host a range of events as part of Identity Theft Awareness Week.
View free events and resources: ftc.gov/IDTheftWeek
Learn how the City's Office of Consumer Affairs can help you: boston.gov/consumer-affairs.
View free events and resources: ftc.gov/IDTheftWeek
Learn how the City's Office of Consumer Affairs can help you: boston.gov/consumer-affairs.
Boston restaurant owners—Apply for the City of Boston's Catering Accelerator Program!
This eight-week program led by Prepshift is designed specifically for Boston restaurant owners looking to scale the catering side of their business.
Learn more and apply at boston.gov/catering-accelerator
This eight-week program led by Prepshift is designed specifically for Boston restaurant owners looking to scale the catering side of their business.
Learn more and apply at boston.gov/catering-accelerator
Catering Accelerator Program
Whether your restaurant is just getting started with catering or looking to take your existing catering to the next level, the City of Boston Catering Accelerator Program will give you the tools, knowledge, and support to increase your revenue through catering during this eight-week program led by Prepshift. The deadline to apply to the Catering Accelerator Program is Sunday, February 1, 2026 at 12 pm. If you have any questions, please email hello@prepshift.co for support.
boston.gov
January 26, 2026 at 5:00 AM
Boston restaurant owners—Apply for the City of Boston's Catering Accelerator Program!
This eight-week program led by Prepshift is designed specifically for Boston restaurant owners looking to scale the catering side of their business.
Learn more and apply at boston.gov/catering-accelerator
This eight-week program led by Prepshift is designed specifically for Boston restaurant owners looking to scale the catering side of their business.
Learn more and apply at boston.gov/catering-accelerator
Contractors seeking architectural and design service contracts are encouraged to attend upcoming ReStore Boston Informational Sessions hosted by the Office of Small Business on Monday, 1/26 at 11 am (Architecture) and 1 pm (Graphic Design).
🔗 Register: boston.gov/restore
🔗 Register: boston.gov/restore
January 24, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Contractors seeking architectural and design service contracts are encouraged to attend upcoming ReStore Boston Informational Sessions hosted by the Office of Small Business on Monday, 1/26 at 11 am (Architecture) and 1 pm (Graphic Design).
🔗 Register: boston.gov/restore
🔗 Register: boston.gov/restore
Boston restaurant owners—Apply for the City of Boston's Catering Accelerator Program!
This eight-week program led by Prepshift is designed specifically for Boston restaurant owners looking to scale the catering side of their business.
Learn more and apply at boston.gov/catering-accelerator
This eight-week program led by Prepshift is designed specifically for Boston restaurant owners looking to scale the catering side of their business.
Learn more and apply at boston.gov/catering-accelerator
Catering Accelerator Program
Whether your restaurant is just getting started with catering or looking to take your existing catering to the next level, the City of Boston Catering Accelerator Program will give you the tools, knowledge, and support to increase your revenue through catering during this eight-week program led by Prepshift. The deadline to apply to the Catering Accelerator Program is Sunday, February 1, 2026 at 12 pm. If you have any questions, please email hello@prepshift.co for support.
boston.gov
January 24, 2026 at 2:01 PM
Boston restaurant owners—Apply for the City of Boston's Catering Accelerator Program!
This eight-week program led by Prepshift is designed specifically for Boston restaurant owners looking to scale the catering side of their business.
Learn more and apply at boston.gov/catering-accelerator
This eight-week program led by Prepshift is designed specifically for Boston restaurant owners looking to scale the catering side of their business.
Learn more and apply at boston.gov/catering-accelerator
Boston restaurateurs—Join the City of Boston's Office of Small Business and Licensing Board for an interactive open house and networking event at the TriMark Innovation Center on Monday, February 9!
Learn more and register for this event at boston.gov/trimark-event
Learn more and register for this event at boston.gov/trimark-event
Boston Restaurateurs Interactive Open House and Networking Event
Aspiring and established restaurateurs will be able to explore hands-on demonstrations, practical tools and equipment for improving kitchen and bar efficiency, and guidance on preparing for high-traffic seasons. Industry experts, along with members from the City’s Licensing Board and Office of Small Business, will be on hand to share insights, answer questions, and connect with attendees in a welcoming, in-person setting that supports a strong and resilient restaurant community.
boston.gov
January 23, 2026 at 5:01 PM
Boston restaurateurs—Join the City of Boston's Office of Small Business and Licensing Board for an interactive open house and networking event at the TriMark Innovation Center on Monday, February 9!
Learn more and register for this event at boston.gov/trimark-event
Learn more and register for this event at boston.gov/trimark-event
Join Startup Boston and the City of Boston for our next Dealflow Mixer, bringing together pre-seed and seed-stage founders building product-based startups and investors actively backing product-driven companies.
Learn more and request an invite: https://luma.com/pmf2zgkf
Learn more and request an invite: https://luma.com/pmf2zgkf
January 22, 2026 at 9:30 PM
Join Startup Boston and the City of Boston for our next Dealflow Mixer, bringing together pre-seed and seed-stage founders building product-based startups and investors actively backing product-driven companies.
Learn more and request an invite: https://luma.com/pmf2zgkf
Learn more and request an invite: https://luma.com/pmf2zgkf
Contractors seeking architectural and design service contracts are encouraged to attend upcoming ReStore Boston Informational Sessions hosted by the Office of Small Business on Monday, 1/26 at 11 am (Architecture) and 1 pm (Graphic Design).
🔗 Register: boston.gov/restore
🔗 Register: boston.gov/restore
January 22, 2026 at 8:01 PM
Contractors seeking architectural and design service contracts are encouraged to attend upcoming ReStore Boston Informational Sessions hosted by the Office of Small Business on Monday, 1/26 at 11 am (Architecture) and 1 pm (Graphic Design).
🔗 Register: boston.gov/restore
🔗 Register: boston.gov/restore
Boston restaurateurs—Join the City of Boston's Office of Small Business and Licensing Board for an interactive open house and networking event at the TriMark Innovation Center on Monday, February 9!
Learn more and register for this event at boston.gov/trimark-event
Learn more and register for this event at boston.gov/trimark-event
January 21, 2026 at 9:30 PM
Boston restaurateurs—Join the City of Boston's Office of Small Business and Licensing Board for an interactive open house and networking event at the TriMark Innovation Center on Monday, February 9!
Learn more and register for this event at boston.gov/trimark-event
Learn more and register for this event at boston.gov/trimark-event
Ideas in Action is the City of Boston's Participatory Budgeting initiative, where residents can decide how to spend a part of the City's budget.
You can VOTE for the projects that will have the biggest impact on YOUR community until February 15th.
Learn more and vote at boston.gov/participate
You can VOTE for the projects that will have the biggest impact on YOUR community until February 15th.
Learn more and vote at boston.gov/participate
January 20, 2026 at 5:01 PM
Ideas in Action is the City of Boston's Participatory Budgeting initiative, where residents can decide how to spend a part of the City's budget.
You can VOTE for the projects that will have the biggest impact on YOUR community until February 15th.
Learn more and vote at boston.gov/participate
You can VOTE for the projects that will have the biggest impact on YOUR community until February 15th.
Learn more and vote at boston.gov/participate
Do you have questions about applying for a new liquor license or upgrading an existing beer and wine license? Attend Liquor License Application Office Hours tomorrow, 1/21, at 3 pm.
Register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd8H5WhnRWgHYMUunxsXKmwC3o1R8EwIPG8JLiaIuRZtGEsUw/viewform
Register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd8H5WhnRWgHYMUunxsXKmwC3o1R8EwIPG8JLiaIuRZtGEsUw/viewform
LIQUOR LICENSE APPLICATION OFFICE HOURS
The City of Boston Licensing Board hosts virtual office hours addressing the liquor license application process. These office hours take place bi-weekly on Wednesdays from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
The fall 2025 schedule is as follows:
October 8, 2025
October 22, 2025
November 5, 2025
November 19, 2025
December 3, 2025
December 17, 2025
The number of liquor licenses in the City of Boston is established by Massachusetts General Law. The City of Boston Licensing Board issues licenses pending availability.
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January 20, 2026 at 4:02 PM
Do you have questions about applying for a new liquor license or upgrading an existing beer and wine license? Attend Liquor License Application Office Hours tomorrow, 1/21, at 3 pm.
Register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd8H5WhnRWgHYMUunxsXKmwC3o1R8EwIPG8JLiaIuRZtGEsUw/viewform
Register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd8H5WhnRWgHYMUunxsXKmwC3o1R8EwIPG8JLiaIuRZtGEsUw/viewform
This Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we recommit to creating a more Beloved Community that ensures everyone has the opportunity to thrive in Boston.
#MLKday #MLKJr #CityOfBoston #Boston
#MLKday #MLKJr #CityOfBoston #Boston
January 19, 2026 at 2:03 PM
This Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we recommit to creating a more Beloved Community that ensures everyone has the opportunity to thrive in Boston.
#MLKday #MLKJr #CityOfBoston #Boston
#MLKday #MLKJr #CityOfBoston #Boston
We’re excited to announce our new Catering Accelerator Program led by Prepshift!
This eight-week program is designed specifically for Boston restaurant owners looking to scale the catering side of their existing food business.
Learn more and apply: boston.gov/catering-accelerator
This eight-week program is designed specifically for Boston restaurant owners looking to scale the catering side of their existing food business.
Learn more and apply: boston.gov/catering-accelerator
January 12, 2026 at 4:02 PM
We’re excited to announce our new Catering Accelerator Program led by Prepshift!
This eight-week program is designed specifically for Boston restaurant owners looking to scale the catering side of their existing food business.
Learn more and apply: boston.gov/catering-accelerator
This eight-week program is designed specifically for Boston restaurant owners looking to scale the catering side of their existing food business.
Learn more and apply: boston.gov/catering-accelerator
Beginning this Wednesday, January 7 through Wednesday, March 18, the Licensing Board will host virtual Liquor License Application Office Hours every other Wednesday from 3 pm to 5 pm.
Learn more and register for office hours at boston.gov/licensing
Learn more and register for office hours at boston.gov/licensing
January 5, 2026 at 8:30 PM
Beginning this Wednesday, January 7 through Wednesday, March 18, the Licensing Board will host virtual Liquor License Application Office Hours every other Wednesday from 3 pm to 5 pm.
Learn more and register for office hours at boston.gov/licensing
Learn more and register for office hours at boston.gov/licensing
We are excited to share our latest newsletter featuring news, updates, and important information from our Cabinet.
View our most recent newsletter: https://conta.cc/3MqWJLc
Subscribe to our monthly newsletter: https://visitor.constantcontact.com/d.jsp?m=5mzahkhbb&p=oi
View our most recent newsletter: https://conta.cc/3MqWJLc
Subscribe to our monthly newsletter: https://visitor.constantcontact.com/d.jsp?m=5mzahkhbb&p=oi
December 22, 2025 at 8:02 PM
We are excited to share our latest newsletter featuring news, updates, and important information from our Cabinet.
View our most recent newsletter: https://conta.cc/3MqWJLc
Subscribe to our monthly newsletter: https://visitor.constantcontact.com/d.jsp?m=5mzahkhbb&p=oi
View our most recent newsletter: https://conta.cc/3MqWJLc
Subscribe to our monthly newsletter: https://visitor.constantcontact.com/d.jsp?m=5mzahkhbb&p=oi
Condé Nast Traveler has named Boston one of the best cities to eat in 2026, recognizing the city for its global flavors, waterfront dining, and having more neighborhood action than ever.
https://www.cntraveler.com/story/best-places-to-eat-in-2026
https://www.cntraveler.com/story/best-places-to-eat-in-2026
December 19, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Condé Nast Traveler has named Boston one of the best cities to eat in 2026, recognizing the city for its global flavors, waterfront dining, and having more neighborhood action than ever.
https://www.cntraveler.com/story/best-places-to-eat-in-2026
https://www.cntraveler.com/story/best-places-to-eat-in-2026