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Family Gym at BCYF Holland

A free play program for families with children ages 3-8 to get up, out, and moving together.

February 3, 2018
  • 10:00am - 11:30am
    Repeats weekly on Saturday, starting from February 3, 2018, until April 14, 2018
  • 85 Olney Street
    Boston, MA 02121
  • Contact:
    FAMILY GYM COORDINATOR
  • send an email
  • 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
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
    Sports and health
  • Published Date
  • Downloads:
    BCYF Family Gym flier Winter/Spring 2018
Event Date2018-02-03T10:00:00 - 2018-02-03T11:30:00
  • Drop-in, no pre-registration required.
  • We require a caregiver to participate during Family Gym. Fun and safety are our priorities.
  • Caregivers must remain in the gym with their children at all times.

Note: BCYF Family Gym will not take place at BCYF Holland on Saturday, February 17, 2018. Families are welcome to join in the fun at BCYF Blackstone or BCYF Madison Park.

Learn more about BCYF Holland

February 3, 2018
  • 10:00am - 11:30am
    Repeats weekly on Saturday, starting from February 3, 2018, until April 14, 2018
  • 85 Olney Street
    Boston, MA 02121
  • Contact:
    FAMILY GYM COORDINATOR
  • send an email
  • 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
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
    Sports and health
  • Published Date
  • Downloads:
    BCYF Family Gym flier Winter/Spring 2018
Event Date2018-02-03T10:00:00 - 2018-02-03T11:30:00

BCYF SNOW DAY HOURS AND YOUTH DROP-IN PROGRAM

With Boston Public Schools closed, BCYF community centers will be open from 7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. on Friday, January 5, 2018.

January 5, 2018
  • 7:30am - 6:00pm
  • 1483 Tremont Street
    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
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
  • Published Date
  • Downloads:
    BCYF Snow Day Drop-in Program Form
Event Date2018-01-05T07:30:00 - 2018-01-05T18:00:00

Our Youth Snow Day Drop-in Program offers a warm and safe place for youth ages 7 and older while their parents work. All youth are welcome.

Children under 12 must have a parent or guardian with them at drop-off to complete a short intake form. Parents should send lunch and snacks for their children. We will not provide food. To save time, you can print out and complete the intake form ahead of time.

Find your local community center

more info on winter resources

January 5, 2018
  • 7:30am - 6:00pm
  • 1483 Tremont Street
    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
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
  • Published Date
  • Downloads:
    BCYF Snow Day Drop-in Program Form
Event Date2018-01-05T07:30:00 - 2018-01-05T18:00:00

BCYF Holland Community Center’s Annual Toy Giveaway

We invite you to join us for our Annual Toy Giveaway for youth ages 4-10! ¡Te invitamos a nuestro anual Entrega de Juguetes para jóvenes de 4 a 10 años!

December 14, 2017
Event Date2017-12-14T18:00:00 - 2017-12-14T20:00:00

BCYF Holland is located at 85 Olney Street in Dorchester. Have questions? Call 617-635-5144 for more information.

December 14, 2017
Event Date2017-12-14T18:00:00 - 2017-12-14T20:00:00

BCYF Holiday Girls Night

Boston girls ages 18 and under are invited to an afternoon of bowling during school vacation week!

December 28, 2017
Event Date2017-12-28T15:30:00 - 2017-12-28T17:30:00

All slots are now full - names will be added to a waiting list and will be contacted if space becomes available.

The BCYF Girls Initiative is hosting a holiday Girls Night at Boston Bowl. Pizza and a drink will be provided as well as Candlepin and Tenpin bowling.

Please RSVP to erika.butler@boston.gov to join the waiting list.

December 28, 2017
Event Date2017-12-28T15:30:00 - 2017-12-28T17:30:00

Boston Winter presented by Berkshire Bank

Come experience the City’s newest holiday tradition at City Hall Plaza.

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November 24, 2017
Event Date2017-11-24T11:00:00 - 2017-11-24T23:00:00

"Boston Winter" will feature a mix of winter activities. This includes an outdoor skating path and an expanded holiday shopping market. The Millennial Entertainment Group will also be producing hospitality experiences and attractions. The event will run seven days a week. For exact hours of operation, check the bottom of this page.

Berkshire Bank is the official community partner of "Boston Winter." The bank has helped bring to life year-round programming to City Hall Plaza. As part of that effort, the "Berkshire Community Stage" will return this year. Local artists and community groups will get a chance to showcase their talent.

November 24, 2017
Event Date2017-11-24T11:00:00 - 2017-11-24T23:00:00

Holiday market hours

November 24 - December 31:
  • Monday - Thursday: 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.
  • Friday - Saturday: 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.
  • Sunday: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Exceptions:
  • Christmas Eve (December 24), we're open from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  • Closed on Christmas (December 25)
  • On New Year's Eve (December 31), we're open from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Skating path hours

November 24 - December 31:
  • Monday - Thursday: 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.
  • Friday: 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.
  • Saturday: 10 a.m. - 11 p.m.
  • Sunday: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Exceptions:
  • Christmas Eve (December 24), from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  • On Christmas (December 25), we're closed
  • On New Year's Eve (December 31), we're open from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
January 1 - February 25:
  • Monday - Thursday: 3 - 9 p.m.
  • Friday: 3 - 11 p.m.
  • Saturday: 10 a.m. - 11 p.m.
  • Sunday: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Exceptions (School Vacation Week):
  • Monday, February 19 - Thursday, February 22, from 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.
  • Friday, February 23, from 10 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Main Streets Explorer

Jump on a free shuttle and visit Main Streets in Hyde Park, Roslindale Village, and West Roxbury.

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December 7, 2017
  • 4:00pm - 9:30pm
    Repeats weekly on Thursday, starting from December 7, 2017, until December 21, 2017
  • and West Roxbury
    Boston, MA 02136, 02131, 02132
  • Contact:
    New Urban Mechanics
  • send an email
  • 617-635-0044
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Hyde Park
    Roslindale
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
    Outdoor
    Social good
  • Published Date
Event Date2017-12-07T16:00:00 - 2017-12-07T21:30:00

The Main Streets Explorer is a pilot program. We're offering a shuttle on December 7, 14, and 21 between three Main Street Districts:

We want riders to experience the live music, restaurants, stores, and events in each neighborhood. Our free shuttle is open to anyone who wants to ride. It's an easy way to shop, eat, and play locally. Learn more about when and where to pick up the shuttle at the bottom of this page.

This pilot program is run by the Mayor's Office of New Urban Mechanics. Through this experiment, they are testing ways Main Street Districts could be even more welcoming spaces for all.

December 7, 2017
  • 4:00pm - 9:30pm
    Repeats weekly on Thursday, starting from December 7, 2017, until December 21, 2017
  • and West Roxbury
    Boston, MA 02136, 02131, 02132
  • Contact:
    New Urban Mechanics
  • send an email
  • 617-635-0044
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Hyde Park
    Roslindale
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
    Outdoor
    Social good
  • Published Date
Event Date2017-12-07T16:00:00 - 2017-12-07T21:30:00

Where to pick up the shuttle

Pickup and drop-off locations
  1. Hyde Park Clock Tower:
    1179 River St, Hyde Park, MA 02136 (River Street and Fairmount Avenue)
  2. Roslindale Clock Tower:
    4 Birch St, Roslindale, MA 02131 (Birch Street off Belgrade)
  3. West Roxbury Clock Tower:
    1891 Centre St, West Roxbury, MA 02132 (Hastings and Centre Street)
Shuttle timeline
Hyde Park Clock Tower Roslindale Village Clock Tower West Roxbury Clock Tower
4 p.m. 4:30 p.m. 5 p.m.
5:30 p.m. 6 p.m. 6:30 p.m.
7 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 8 p.m.
8:30 p.m. 9 p.m. 9:30 p.m.

Main Streets Explorer raffle

how to take part 

By riding the Main Streets Explorer, you earn the chance to win even more Main Streets experiences. Simply grab a free ticket when you climb aboard the explorer and jot down your email. You can drop off the ticket at any of the participating local businesses. Learn more about those businesses.

Each Main Street district will award one prize. Winners will be drawn at the end of the Explorer pilot on December 21. To be eligible to win a prize from a Main Street district, you must visit and drop your ticket off in that district.

Prizes: Hyde Park
  • $10 gift certificate to Ron’s Ice Cream
  • $25 gift certificate to Bacaro
  • $25 gift certificate to Fairmount Grille
  • $25 gift certificate to ZAZ
Prizes: Roslindale Village
  • A Farmers Market Tote Bag filled with a Roslindale t-shirt
  • $20 gift card to Shanti Restaurant
  • $20 in Rozzie Bucks, and
  • A mini Roslindale puzzle of Peters Hill
Prizes: West Roxbury
  • $20 Gift Card for Recreo
  • $30 Gift Card for Boomerangs
  • $25 gift card for Jack O'Neills

Who's involved

Who's involved
Mayor's Office
New Urban Mechanics
Economic Development
Boston Main Streets Foundation
Roslindale Village Main Street
Hyde Park Main Street
West Roxbury Main Street

College fair and career exploration event

The Boston Police Department will host a table at the college fair with Berkshire Blue Hills Boys and Girls Club.

November 29, 2017
  • 5:00pm - 7:00pm
  • 15 Talbot Avenue
    Dorchester, MA 02124
  • Contact:
    Rheanna Reece
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Family friendly
    Other
  • Published Date
Event Date2017-11-29T17:00:00 - 2017-11-29T19:00:00

Join the Boston Police and many organizations to get more information about college admissions, service organizations, career paths, and more!

November 29, 2017
  • 5:00pm - 7:00pm
  • 15 Talbot Avenue
    Dorchester, MA 02124
  • Contact:
    Rheanna Reece
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Family friendly
    Other
  • Published Date
Event Date2017-11-29T17:00:00 - 2017-11-29T19:00:00

Upham's Corner Holiday Tree Lighting

Join us for the Upham's Corner Holiday Tree Lighting. The Mayor and special guests will be riding Santa's trolley through the villages of Dorchester.

November 25, 2017
Event Date2017-11-25T16:30:00

Enjoy refreshments, live music, and family-friendly activities. The event is free and open to the public.

Supported by:

  • Upham's Corner Main Street
  • Upham's Corner Health Center
  • Boston Pizza and Grill
  • Jones Hill Association
  • The Strand Theater
  • Upham's Corner Library
  • Brother's Supermarket
  • Upham's House of Pizza

 

November 25, 2017
Event Date2017-11-25T16:30:00

Yawkey Club's Life After the Club Fair

The Boston Police Department's Diversity Recruitment Office looks forward to sharing at the Yawkey Club's Life After the Club Fair.

November 9, 2017
  • 6:30pm - 8:00pm
  • 115 Warren Street
    Roxbury, MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Maia Raynor
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Back Bay
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Jamaica Plain
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Family friendly
    Social good
  • Published Date
Event Date2017-11-09T18:30:00 - 2017-11-09T20:00:00

This event is designed to create opportunities for the club's teen members to network with a variety of professionals and explore a multitude of  postsecondary opportunities.

November 9, 2017
  • 6:30pm - 8:00pm
  • 115 Warren Street
    Roxbury, MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Maia Raynor
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Back Bay
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Jamaica Plain
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Family friendly
    Social good
  • Published Date
Event Date2017-11-09T18:30:00 - 2017-11-09T20:00:00

2019 Enchanted Trolley Tour: Day 1

On the first day of the Mayor's Enchanted Trolley Tour, Boston continues the festive tradition of lighting holiday trees in Mattapan, Readville, and West Roxbury.

December 6, 2019
  • 5:30pm - 8:00pm
  • Mattapan, Readville, and West Roxbury
    Boston, MA 02126
  • Contact:
    Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment
  • send an email
  • 617-635-3911
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Hyde Park
    Mattapan
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
    Outdoor
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-12-06T17:30:00 - 2019-12-06T20:00:00

For the 24th year, the Mayor's Enchanted Trolley Tour will continue the festive tradition of lighting holiday trees while bringing holiday spirit to children across Boston. The event is sponsored by Bank of America, and includes visits with Santa, holiday performances, tree lightings and more.

On the first day of the 2019 Mayor’s Enchanted Trolley Tour, the trolley will be stopping at the following locations:

  • 5:30 p.m. - Mattapan Square, Mattapan
  • 6:30 p.m. - Wolcott Square, Readville
  • 7:15 p.m. - Hastings Street Lot, Centre Street, West Roxbury

To learn more about the Mayor's Enchanted Trolley Tour and Tree Lightings, and view the full, three-day schedule, visit the 2019 Enchanted Trolley Tour page.

December 6, 2019
  • 5:30pm - 8:00pm
  • Mattapan, Readville, and West Roxbury
    Boston, MA 02126
  • Contact:
    Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment
  • send an email
  • 617-635-3911
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Hyde Park
    Mattapan
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
    Outdoor
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-12-06T17:30:00 - 2019-12-06T20:00:00

Enchanted Trolley Tour map

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