Cambridgeside is collecting wool socks to donate to homeless people this winter. You can drop off wool socks at the TJMaxx or make a monetary donation online. 

Take a ride on a heated high speed ferry to observe the winter animals that live in Boston Harbor. The tour is led by local naturalists and National Park rangers. 

Join Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s family at the unveiling of the Embrace sculpture. The sculpture was created to commemorate MLK and Coretta Scott King, as well as the civil rights leaders who worked alongside them in Boston. Hank Willis Thomas and MASS Design Group worked together to design the memorial. 

Reserve an igloo at Seaport's Lookout Hotel Rooftop and enjoy a view of the harbor and skyline. The heated igloo's can fit up to 10 people and the bar offers specialty cocktails and small plates.

Come and watch national and international competitive figure skaters at a free show! The show includes soloists, groups, Team Excel Synchronized Skating and Theater On Ice of Boston teams performances. The show will begin at 6 p.m., followed by fireworks over The Common at 7 p.m. 

Check out the interactive ice sculptures at Downtown Crossing and enjoy carolers, dancers and a DJ. There will also be a an appearance from Blade from the Bruins!

Bring your dogs by Club Cafe to meet Santa Paws and the Mensch on the Bench, and help support the rescue and adoption efforts of Paws From Afar.

Newton's town hall will turn into an 18-hole mini golf course, free with a donation to the gift drive.

Be a part of your Boston area community! Join in on the fun happening in and around our beautiful city every weekend.

Find current and archive links to each week's City Happenings local event update below.

Take a break from the office and grab lunch at theLawn on D! While you are there, watchtheBerklee Summer in the City Series.12pm
Taste of Haymarket Walking Tour.8:30-10:30am
Enjoy a night out on the patio atCoppain the South End, furry friends are welcome!