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2023 Children's Arts and Crafts Workshops: Roxbury

Looking for a free, fun activity to enjoy with the kids? Join us this summer for one of our arts and crafts workshops hosted by a local artist in various parks throughout the City of Boston.

July 18, 2023
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from July 18, 2023, until July 18, 2023
  • Marcella Playground
    260 Highland Street
    Boston , MA 02119
  • Contact:
    PARKS AND RECREATION
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2023-07-18T10:00:00 - 2023-07-18T12:00:00

Our arts and crafts workshops are led by local artists. They're held Tuesday through Friday in July and August and run from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. These drop-in workshops encourage kids to explore their creativity through projects like mask making, crayon art, watercolor and much more. Supplies are provided, but you'll need to bring your creativity! 

This series is completely free and open to Boston residents. These workshops will take place in various parks throughout the City of Boston.

Registration is encouraged so we know how many supplies to bring (pre-registration is required for groups of 8 or more). Please email Shannon.murphy2@boston.gov to register.

This series is also weather-dependent. Check our social media pages for updated weather info regarding this series. Follow us on social media for the latest updates on events: TwitterFacebook, and Instagram.

July 18, 2023
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from July 18, 2023, until July 18, 2023
  • Marcella Playground
    260 Highland Street
    Boston , MA 02119
  • Contact:
    PARKS AND RECREATION
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2023-07-18T10:00:00 - 2023-07-18T12:00:00

Zoning Advisory Board of Appeal Hearing

Please be advised of the following appeals to be heard on June 15, 2023, beginning at 5 p.m. and related announcements. All matters listed on this june 15, 2023 hearing agenda have been noticed in accordance with the enabling act.

Please be advised of the following participation instructions: The June 15, 2023, hearing will be held virtually via video teleconference and telephone via the Zoom webinar event platform.

Interested persons can participate in the hearing REMOTELY by going to our online meeting. You may...

The public can offer testimony.

Boston Parks and Recreation Commission Public Hearing

Join the online meeting

Canceled:
Boston Water and Sewer Commission Meeting

Under the provisions of Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2023, signed into law by the Governor on March 29, 2023, further extending certain provisions of the Open Meeting Law until March 31, 2025, this meeting will be conducted remotely. The dial-in information is below.

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June 13 In-Person Meet-and-Greet

Join our Community Preservation Act (CPA) in-person meet-and-greet, Tuesday, June 13, from 6 - 7:30 p.m.

June 13, 2023
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • 2300 Washington Street
    6th Floor: Room 6-66 & 6-67
    Roxbury, MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Thadine Brown
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2023-06-13T18:00:00 - 2023-06-13T19:30:00

The meet and greet will be an informal conversation to learn more about the Community Preservation Act (CPA) process, the state statute, preserving your neighborhood, application requirements, and the evaluation process.

Meeting Location: 

Bruce Bolling Building 

6th Floor: Room 6-66 & 6-67

2300 Washington Street, Roxbury, MA 02119

June 13, 2023
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • 2300 Washington Street
    6th Floor: Room 6-66 & 6-67
    Roxbury, MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Thadine Brown
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2023-06-13T18:00:00 - 2023-06-13T19:30:00

Mission Hill Transportation Planning Open House #1

First public meeting for the Mission Hill Transportation Planning project will be held at Roxbury Community College from 6 - 8 p.m. in Commons 3 and 4, first floor, Academic Building.

June 7, 2023
Event Date2023-06-07T18:00:00 - 2023-06-07T20:00:00

Boston Transportation Department is conducting the Mission Hill Transportation Planning Project in response to community concerns about the safety and comfort of neighborhood streets. The project will redesign Terrace Street and Parker Street to improve safety conditions for all road users, improve access to public transportation, and enhance the quality of public space.

Spanish-language materials and translation will be provided.

June 7, 2023
Event Date2023-06-07T18:00:00 - 2023-06-07T20:00:00

Opportunity and Achievement Gaps (OAG) Task Force Virtual Meeting

Join the Zoom meeting

The public can offer testimony.

2023 Paint Night #4: William J. Devine Golf Clubhouse

Enjoy a free night out with friends and family and create your own masterpiece! 

June 28, 2023
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • William J. Devine Golf Clubhouse
    1 Circuit Drive
    Boston , MA 02121
  • Contact:
    PARKS AND RECREATION
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
    Jamaica Plain
    Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2023-06-28T18:00:00 - 2023-06-28T19:30:00

This program allows attendees of any skill level to recreate beautiful paintings by following guided step-by-step instructions from a local artist. Classes are limited and registration is required.

Register for Paint Night #4

More information

Parks and Recreation Paint Night

June 28, 2023
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • William J. Devine Golf Clubhouse
    1 Circuit Drive
    Boston , MA 02121
  • Contact:
    PARKS AND RECREATION
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
    Jamaica Plain
    Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2023-06-28T18:00:00 - 2023-06-28T19:30:00

2023 Paint Night #2: William J. Devine Golf Clubhouse

Enjoy a free night out with friends and family and create your own masterpiece! 

June 14, 2023
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • William J. Devine Golf Course
    1 Circuit Drive
    Boston , MA 02121
  • Contact:
    PARKS AND RECREATION
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
    Jamaica Plain
    Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2023-06-14T18:00:00 - 2023-06-14T19:30:00

This program allows attendees of any skill level to recreate beautiful paintings by following guided step-by-step instructions from a local artist. Classes are limited and registration is required.

Register for Paint Night #2

More information

Parks and Recreation Paint Night

June 14, 2023
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • William J. Devine Golf Course
    1 Circuit Drive
    Boston , MA 02121
  • Contact:
    PARKS AND RECREATION
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
    Jamaica Plain
    Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2023-06-14T18:00:00 - 2023-06-14T19:30:00

Canceled:
Highland Park Architectural Conservation District Commission

The public can offer testimony.
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