Upcoming Events
Explore what’s coming up—community events, conversations, and experiences created to bring people together and support collective wellness.
November 13 - 14, 2026 - The Healing Arts: Film and Conversation Series
Healing, Holding, and Honoring: Expressions and Explorations on Brain Health in the Black Community
Join The Wellness Collaborative Inc. and the Roxbury International Film Festival for Season 4 of The Healing Arts Film & Conversation Series. Over three days of film, conversation, and gathering, we explore brain health and caregiving in the Black community, bringing together some of the latest dementia research, creative approaches to care, and pathways for risk reduction and healing, while lifting up the collective strength of people living with dementia and those who care for them.
Day 1: Connect and Discover
A screening of Finding Your Laughter, in which filmmaker Arlieta Hall uses creative improvisation methods to connect with her father, followed by a panel conversation with researchers, healing practitioners, caregivers, and the filmmaker.
Sponsored by: MGH Dept of Psychiatry Center for Community Connection and Enrichment (CCCE) & MGH Psychiatry Center on Disparities
When: November 13, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Where: O'Keefe Auditorium, Blake 160 | Massachusetts General Hospital, 55 Fruit St, Boston, MA 02114
Day 2: Learn and Practice
Take part in an interactive caregiver workshop led by Arlieta Hall, followed by a screening of the moving film Mama Joe.
When: November 14, 2026 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Where: Dewitt Center | 122 Dewitt Dr, Roxbury, MA 02120
Day 3: Honor and Celebrate
Gather for a celebration honoring the life and legacy of Boston's own Jeffrey Craddock, beloved filmmaker and editor, family man, and friend.
When: New Date June 2027
Where: TBD
Past Events
June 25, 2026 - Roxbury Film Festival
The Wellness Collaborative (TWC) invites you to an unforgettable evening of storytelling, connection, and community as we proudly co-host a special screening at the 2026 Roxbury International Film Festival.
Through creativity, heartbreak, and resilience, these moving films explore what it means to care for yourself and loved ones, navigate memory loss, and find joy in the midst of life’s most difficult moments.
Join us for a special evening of documentary film, followed by an intimate impact conversation with the filmmakers.
When: Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 7:00-9:30pm
Where: MFA Boston, Harry and Mildred Remis Auditorium (Auditorium 161)
Be sure to secure your tickets!
August 15, 2026 - Martha's Vineyard VibeFest
TWC is excited to co-host Opening Day of Martha's Vineyard Vibe Fest on Friday, August 15, at Alley Waban Park in Oak Bluffs.
Martha's Vineyard Vibe Fest is a vibrant celebration of culture, creativity, and community, bringing together local and regional artisans, food vendors, live music, nonprofit organizations, and family-friendly activities in one of the Island's most iconic gathering spaces. This year's festival also features community partnerships focused on wellness, education, and cultural celebration, creating opportunities to connect, learn, and celebrate together.
We look forward to joining community members and visitors for a day of engagement, meaningful conversations, and connection. Stop by to enjoy the festivities and visit us throughout the day!
June 27, 2026 - BAMS Fest
TWC is excited to be in attendance and tabling at BAMS Fest! Stop by our table to meet the team, connect with us, and learn more about our community health and wellness initiatives, including HABIT (Health Aging as Black Adults In it Together). We look forward to sharing resources and engaging in conversations that support healthier, stronger communities.
