Thursday (5th)
Hear from both sides in the debate over the Boston 2024 Olympics proposal and what it could mean for Dorchester’s 
Franklin Park. The forum, sponsored by the Franklin Park Coalition, starts at 6:30 p.m. at the Franklin Park Golf Clubhouse, 1 Circuit Dr., Dorchester.

Friday (6th)
• Elizabeth Seton Academy presents its first juried art show. The opening reception will be from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Laboure College, 303 Adams St, Milton. In partnership with Labourè College and Art New England. Please e-mail ESAArtShow@gmail.com to request more information.
• The Archdiocese of Boston Black Catholic Choir fourth annual Gospel Music Workshop featuring Thomas Wade Jefferson will be held at St. Katharine Drexel Parish, 517 Blue Hill Ave., Dorchester from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Also on Sat., March 7 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (lunch included). Cost: $15.
• Dorchester Civic Forum Series continues at First Parish Dorchester, 10 Parish St. at 7 p.m. This month’s public safety topic tackles ways of improving relations between members of our community and the BPD. Three different resident-driven approaches will be presented and discussed. Evening parking around the Mather Elementary School. Sponsored by Bowdoin Geneva Residents Assoc. and First Parish Dorchester.

Saturday (7th)
• County Donegal Association hosts St. Patrick’s Day Dinner Dance, 7 p.m. at Florian Hall, 55 Hallet St., Dorchester. Entertainment by Erin’s Melody. Tickets $40: 617-698-7112 or 617-696-1702.
• The Association of Haitian Women In Boston hosts an International Women’s Day celebration entitled “Making it Happen” at the Mattapan branch of the Boston Public Library from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. The event will commemorate women and their economic achievements in Boston. To find out more about the event contact the Association of Haitian Women in Boston at 617-287-0096 or email office@afab-kafamm.org.
• Registration for Mattapan Youth Soccer at Almont Park, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.a t Mildred Ave. Community Center, 5 Mildred Ave., Mattapan. Spring Program Session April 1 through June 1. Any child, boy or girl, ages 5-14. Contact: Carolyn MacNeil at 617-594-9117; Andy Prosser at 781-891-6900, Ext. 37.

Saturday (14th)
The JFK Presidential Library and Museum will host the Irish Balladeers from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The event is part of the museum’s Celebrate! Series that presents American culture diversity through performance. To honor St. Patrick’s day, the Balladeers will perform traditional stories and dances with authentic Irish instruments. The event is open to ages 5 and up and seats are available on a first come, first served basis. TO Make a reservation for the event visit jfklibrary.org or call 617-514-1644.