Brockton News: Community

Poetry Series

Please join the Brockton Public Library in welcoming musician Greg Fernades and poet Regie Gibson for an afternoon of inspiration, individuality, and collaboration. Saturday, October 21. 2:00 p.m..Do not miss this extraordinary event Please note that this event will take place in the Lingos Auditorium.Read More

Italian Flag Raising

Italian Flag Raising In honor of Italian Heritage Month October 12 3:30 pm City Hall Plaza (in case of rain, the event will move inside City Hall to the Rotunda) 45 School StreetRead More

Brockton Area Branch NAACP School Committee Debate

The Brockton Area Branch NAACP is pleased to host debates to give the community an opportunity to hear from the candidates. Perhaps you are an undecided voter! Please join us: School Committee - Wednesday, October 4 at West Middle School - 7pmRead More

Brockton Area Branch NAACP Councilor at Large Debate

The Brockton Area Branch NAACP is pleased to host debates to give the community an opportunity to hear from the candidates. Perhaps you are an undecided voter! Please join us: Councilor at Large - Wednesday, October 11 at West Middle School - 7pmRead More

5k Walk for Survivor Safety

Family and Community Resources 5k Walk for Survivor Safety and Community Cultural Fair This annual event promises to be an uplifting and family friendly day as we raise awareness and support for survivors of violence and trauma throughout Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Saturday, October 14th Registration at 9:30 Walk starts at 10:30 Cultural Fair at…Read More

Commissions and Career Fair

The City of Champions wants YOU. Brockton has career opportunities and several board and commission openings. The Commissions and Career Fair is your chance to speak directly with representatives from the City’s Human Resources Department and leaders of the City’s various Boards and Commissions. Find out which opportunity is right for you on Wednesday, October…Read More

Brockton Fall Festival

Brockton Fall Festival will be held on Saturday October 14 from 11 AM to 4 PM at City Hall Plaza in Downtown Brockton. There will be music, vendors, children’s activities and food trucks. This event is a free, family friendly event. The Fall Festival will feature local musicians.Read More

BGC hosts Master Gardener

The Brockton Garden Club is hosting a Master Gardner of Massachusetts to go over the important steps for planting bulbs in the fall to have super results in the spring on Monday, October 23, 2023 with doors opening at 6:30 p.m.  Everyone is welcome to this free event at Our Lady of Lourdes, 439 West…Read More

Fire Department Open House

The Brockton Fire Department is holding an Open House on October 14, 2023 from 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM at Fire Station #6, 540 West St.Read More

Planet Earth Family Fun Night

We have some exciting details to share with you about our  upcoming MA STEM Week “Planet Earth Family Fun Night" (K-12 and beyond) at the Brockton Library on Tuesday, October 17th, 5:00-8:00pm. It's free! Below are some of the highlights. Lots of hands-on activities! See attached flier for more information. Please pass the info along to…Read More