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Jun 17

Boston Centers for Youth & Families offering virtual programming for teens this summer

All programming will be operated in accordance with public health guidelines.

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Jun 10

Virtual BCYF Curley Community Center renovations meeting to be held June 18

Virtual community meeting will update on proposed design.

BCYF Curley March 2020 Meeting Postponed

Feb 28

POSTPONED: Join us at the next BCYF Curley Renovation meeting on March 18

This meeting has been postponed and will be rescheduled as soon as possible. Please join Boston...

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Feb 25

Renovations begin at BCYF Paris Street Pool

Swimmers will have access to the Umana Academy Pool during the Paris Street closure.

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Jan 29

BCYF Family Gym returns February 8

BCYF Family Gym returns for the spring season on February 8.

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Dec 20

It's time for the 'L Street Brownies' annual New Year’s Day Swim!

All are welcome to start off 2020 with a refreshing swim!

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Nov 9

HubNob raises $400,000 for BCYF programming

The annual Foundation for BCYF event raises funds to support BCYF's programming for all ages.

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Oct 29

Meeting on November 20 to continue talks about BCYF Curley renovations

Join the discussion about upcoming renovations to the BCYF Curley Community Center in South Boston...

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Oct 22

BCYF Citywide Swim League now recruiting youth participants

Swim team experience not necessary for this fun developmental league.

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Oct 16

Celebrate Halloween 2019 with BCYF

BCYF community centers are hosting a variety of Halloween activities. Join us for thrills and fun...

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Sep 25

BCYF Family Gym is back!

Five BCYF centers offer free Saturday playtime for children and their families.

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Sep 17

Meeting to discuss BCYF Curley renovations taking place September 30

Join us for an information session about upcoming renovations at the BCYF Curley Community Center.

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Aug 26

BCYF Paris Street community meeting to discuss pool renovations

An information session about upcoming renovations will be held on Wednesday, September 25, at 6 p.m.

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Jul 18

Talia Rivera named director of violence prevention, intervention program

SOAR Boston (which stands for Street Outreach, Advocacy and Response) brings an evidence-based...

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Jul 11

BCYF Neighborhood Block Parties Kick Off July 18

Mark your calendar and bring your friends and family to a fun and free Neighborhood Block Party!

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Jun 28

BCYF Fun Stops return for the summer

BCYF Fun Stops are free, daily, drop-in activities at four locations in Boston this summer.

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Jun 28

BCYF Girls Nights start July 11

Boston girls can register now to attend one or all Girls Nights, a series of free girls-only events...

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May 7

BCYF Nazzaro seniors welcome spring

BCYF Nazzaro seniors took part in a fun spring-time art project – silk flower teacups.

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Apr 26

Boston girls invited To BCYF citywide Girls Summit

Boston girls ages 10-18 can register now for this free, fun, and informative event!

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Apr 19

2019 BCYF grants now available for local agencies

The grants which were announced by Mayor Walsh, will go to support summer programing for youth

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Apr 16

City of Boston’s outdoor pools and family friendly beach open June 22

Summer is coming and BCYF Clougherty and Mirabella Pools and BCYF Curley Family Friendly will open...

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Apr 5

Boston teens invited to apply for Snap Shot Teen Photography program

The BCYF Snap Shot program teaches teens about photography while they explore Boston’s neighborhoods...

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Mar 26

BCYF SuperTeen program to return

The program offers a high-quality service-learning experience during the summer months.

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Mar 17

Boston’s best spellers celebrated at 12th Annual Citywide Spelling Bee

A crowd of family members, teachers, and friends were on hand to support 21 Boston youth from across...

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Feb 20

BCYF Family Gym is Back!

Family Gym is a free, weekly play program that promotes physical activity for children ages 3-8 and...

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Nov 16

HubNob raises $400,000 for BCYF programming

The eighth annual event featured delicious food, a fun crowd, live music by Soul City, and unique...

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Oct 13

Renovated BCYF Vine Street Community Center reopens

The $5.3 million dollar renovation is a key part of Mayor Walsh's $50 million dollar FY19-FY23...

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Oct 11

BCYF Camp Joy Winter Program now accepting applications

BCYF is now accepting applications for the Camp Joy Winter Program for Boston residents with...

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Oct 2

Celebrate Halloween 2018 at BCYF

We want you to join us for a bootiful Halloween!

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Oct 2

Supervisors share experiences in Girls Leadership Corp

Kesanet and Samari were our summer 2018 Girls Leadership Corp (GLC) Supervisors.