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Licensed Premise Violations hearing

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Children's Artists in Residence Workshop: Allston

The ParkARTS children's arts workshop summer series takes place in July and August.

July 31, 2019
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Wednesday, starting from July 31, 2019, until August 14, 2019
  • 85 Allston Street
    Allston, MA 02134
  • Contact:
    Parks and Recreation
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Allston
    Brighton
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-07-31T10:00:00 - 2019-07-31T12:00:00

The series of children’s arts workshops give kids the chance to express their creativity while working on fun projects with local artists.  From Allston to Mattapan, children ages three to 10 can enjoy:

  • painting
  • mask and jewelry making
  • treasure creations, and
  • much more at the Artists in Residence Workshops.

The events are held from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. in parks across the City. 

These events are free and we provide all materials. But, young children must be accompanied by an adult.  If you are in a group of six or more, please make arrangements with us by calling the Parks Department at 617-635-4505. These workshops are part of our annual ParkARTS program, sponsored by Holly and David Bruce.

July 31, 2019
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Wednesday, starting from July 31, 2019, until August 14, 2019
  • 85 Allston Street
    Allston, MA 02134
  • Contact:
    Parks and Recreation
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Allston
    Brighton
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-07-31T10:00:00 - 2019-07-31T12:00:00

City Council Committee on Government Operations Working Session on Docket #0174

BCYF Spelling Bee 2022

Boston Centers for Youth & Families invites you to join us for the 2022 BCYF Spelling Bee. The Boston Bruins Foundation sponsors this event.

March 19, 2022
  • 10:00am - 1:00pm
  • Boston Public Library, Copley Square, Rabb Hall
    700 Boylston Street
    Boston, MA 02116
  • Contact:
    Joan Lanigan
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Citywide
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2022-03-19T10:00:00 - 2022-03-19T13:00:00

The BCYF Spelling Bee recognizes the hard work of talented students from participating schools. They'll be competing for the chance to represent Boston at the Scripps National Spelling Bee.

Have any questions about the 2022 BCYF Spelling Bee, or Boston’s involvement in the Scripps National Spelling Bee program? Please contact Joan Lanigan, Program Manager:

March 19, 2022
  • 10:00am - 1:00pm
  • Boston Public Library, Copley Square, Rabb Hall
    700 Boylston Street
    Boston, MA 02116
  • Contact:
    Joan Lanigan
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Citywide
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2022-03-19T10:00:00 - 2022-03-19T13:00:00

Hobart Park Community Meeting

New England Aquarium at Boston parks: Brighton

The New England Aquarium will bring its traveling tide pool exhibit to Boston parks this summer.

July 23, 2019
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • Union Street and Lynn Road
    Brighton, MA 02135
  • Contact:
    Parks and Recreation
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Allston
    Brighton
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-07-23T10:00:00 - 2019-07-23T12:00:00

Participation is free, but young children must be accompanied by an adult.  Groups of six or more must make prior arrangements by calling the Parks Department at 617-635-4505.

This event is part of our Children's Artist in Residence Workshop taking place on the same day from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Image for new england aquarium at boston parks

July 23, 2019
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • Union Street and Lynn Road
    Brighton, MA 02135
  • Contact:
    Parks and Recreation
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Allston
    Brighton
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-07-23T10:00:00 - 2019-07-23T12:00:00

Boston Employment Commission meeting

The public can offer testimony.

Boston Redevelopment Authority d/b/a Boston Planning & Development Agency

The public can offer testimony.

City Council Committee on Housing and Community Development Hearing on Docket #1040

The public can offer testimony.

July 4 Heat Emergency pool openings

Due to the ongoing high temperatures in Boston, Mayor Walsh is opening eight BCYF locations for Boston residents to swim on Wednesday, July 4, 2018.

July 4, 2018
  • 9:00am
  • Various
    Boston, MA 02120
  • Contact:
    Boston Centers for Youth & Families
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-07-04T09:00:00

The BCYF beach and pools open on Wednesday, July 4, 2018, include:

If you're looking for more information, we have tips for helping you stay cool in the City:

Keeping cool in the heat

July 4, 2018
  • 9:00am
  • Various
    Boston, MA 02120
  • Contact:
    Boston Centers for Youth & Families
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-07-04T09:00:00
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