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BCYF Fun Stops 2019 - Mildred Avenue

These free drop-in programs provide structured games, sport activities, and arts projects for up to 50 children per location.

July 8, 2019
  • 12:00pm - 5:00pm
    Repeats daily on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, starting from July 8, 2019, until August 16, 2019
  • 5 Mildred Avenue
    Boston, MA 02126
  • Contact:
    Valerie Scales
  • 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:
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-07-08T12:00:00 - 2019-07-08T17:00:00

Fun Stops are an affordable, flexible option for parents who are looking for a summer activity for their child for a couple hours a day.

Dates: July 8 - August 17
Ages: 8 - 14

LOCATIONS:

Some locations provide lunch. Other sites may require children to bring their own lunch. Please confirm with staff in advance.

July 8, 2019
  • 12:00pm - 5:00pm
    Repeats daily on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, starting from July 8, 2019, until August 16, 2019
  • 5 Mildred Avenue
    Boston, MA 02126
  • Contact:
    Valerie Scales
  • 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:
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-07-08T12:00:00 - 2019-07-08T17:00:00

BCYF Fun Stops 2019 - Leahy-Holloran

These free drop-in programs provide structured games, sport activities, and arts projects for up to 50 children per location.

July 8, 2019
  • 2:00pm - 7:00pm
    Repeats daily on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, starting from July 8, 2019, until August 16, 2019
  • 1 Worrell Street
    Boston, MA 02122
  • Contact:
    Jill LaMonica
  • 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:
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-07-08T14:00:00 - 2019-07-08T19:00:00

Fun Stops are an affordable, flexible option for parents who are looking for a summer activity for their child for a couple hours a day.

Dates: July 8 - August 17
Ages: 8 - 14

LOCATIONS:

Some locations provide lunch. Other sites may require children to bring their own lunch. Please confirm with staff in advance.

July 8, 2019
  • 2:00pm - 7:00pm
    Repeats daily on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, starting from July 8, 2019, until August 16, 2019
  • 1 Worrell Street
    Boston, MA 02122
  • Contact:
    Jill LaMonica
  • 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:
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-07-08T14:00:00 - 2019-07-08T19:00:00

Leaf and yard waste drop-off

We hold drop-off events throughout the year, starting in April.

June 12, 2022
Event Date2022-06-12T10:00:00 - 2022-06-12T14:00:00

Drop-off events are available to Boston residents. The events run from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Leaf and yard waste tips
  • Common yard waste material includes leaves and grass clippings, branches, and yard brush.
  • Place leaves and yard debris in large paper bags. Do not use plastic bags.  
  • Tie branches with string. The maximum size for branches is three feet with a one-inch diameter.

Leaf and yard waste schedule

June 12, 2022
Event Date2022-06-12T10:00:00 - 2022-06-12T14:00:00

Jazz in the Park Summer Concert Series

The North End Music and Performing Arts Center will return to Boston’s Greenway North End Parks for their Jazz in the Park concert series. The concerts take place Tuesday evenings in July, from 6 - 7:30 p.m.

July 9, 2019
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
    Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from July 9, 2019, until July 30, 2019
  • North Street and Cross Streeet
    Boston, MA 02113
  • Contact:
    Rose-Marie Gomez
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    North End
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-07-09T18:00:00 - 2019-07-09T19:30:00

The North End Music and Performance Arts Center is kicking off their 2019 Jazz in the Park Summer Concert Series this July! All four concerts are free, family-friendly, and open to the public. 

performers 
  • July 9 — MIXCLA (Blend of sounds from the mountains of Chile, traditions of Japan, and fires of Cuba)
  • July 16 — Gabrielle Godoman (Jazz, R&B, Classic, and Gospel)
  • July 23 — Scanzonati (Blend of Italian Leggera with Jazz harmonies) 
  • July 30 — Sawaari (Mix of Indian taals, Arabic maqams, and trance music from North Africa and Italy)
July 9, 2019
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
    Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from July 9, 2019, until July 30, 2019
  • North Street and Cross Streeet
    Boston, MA 02113
  • Contact:
    Rose-Marie Gomez
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    North End
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-07-09T18:00:00 - 2019-07-09T19:30:00

Rookie Rugby in Jamaica Plain

The Parks and Recreation Department, working with the Massachusetts Youth Rugby Organization, is offering a Rookie Rugby Program.

July 11, 2019
  • 5:30pm - 7:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Thursday, starting from July 11, 2019, until August 15, 2019
  • 217 Jamaicaway
    Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Cheryl Brown
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-07-11T17:30:00 - 2019-07-11T19:00:00

Players will learn the safe, non-contact, flag version of rugby, the fastest growing youth team sport in US and a recognized varsity sport in Massachusetts high schools this spring. They will be taught the basics of the game in a safe, active and supportive environment. Skills that they will learn include:

  • ball handling
  • running with the ball
  • catching and passing
  • teamwork, and
  • sportsmanship.

For more information, contact Cheryl Brown at 617-961-3085 or cheryl.brown@boston.gov.

Parks online activity search

July 11, 2019
  • 5:30pm - 7:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Thursday, starting from July 11, 2019, until August 15, 2019
  • 217 Jamaicaway
    Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Cheryl Brown
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-07-11T17:30:00 - 2019-07-11T19:00:00

Rookie Rugby in Roslindale

The Parks and Recreation Department, working with the Massachusetts Youth Rugby Organization, is offering a Rookie Rugby Program.

July 9, 2019
  • 5:30pm - 7:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from July 9, 2019, until August 13, 2019
  • 910 South Street
    Roslindale, MA 02131
  • Contact:
    Cheryl Brown
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Roslindale
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-07-09T17:30:00 - 2019-07-09T19:00:00

Players will learn the safe, non-contact, flag version of rugby, the fastest growing youth team sport in US and a recognized varsity sport in Massachusetts high schools this spring. They will be taught the basics of the game in a safe, active and supportive environment. Skills that they will learn include:

  • ball handling
  • running with the ball
  • catching and passing
  • teamwork, and
  • sportsmanship.

For more information, contact Cheryl Brown at 617-961-3085 or cheryl.brown@boston.gov.

Parks online activity search

July 9, 2019
  • 5:30pm - 7:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from July 9, 2019, until August 13, 2019
  • 910 South Street
    Roslindale, MA 02131
  • Contact:
    Cheryl Brown
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Roslindale
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-07-09T17:30:00 - 2019-07-09T19:00:00

Rookie Rugby in West Roxbury

The Parks and Recreation Department, working with the Massachusetts Youth Rugby Organization, is offering a Rookie Rugby Program.

July 10, 2019
  • 5:30pm - 7:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Wednesday, starting from July 10, 2019, until August 14, 2019
  • 300 Gardner Street
    West Roxbury, MA 02132
  • Contact:
    Cheryl Brown
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    West Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-07-10T17:30:00 - 2019-07-10T19:00:00

Players will learn the safe, non-contact, flag version of rugby, the fastest growing youth team sport in US and a recognized varsity sport in Massachusetts high schools this spring. They will be taught the basics of the game in a safe, active and supportive environment. Skills that they will learn include:

  • ball handling
  • running with the ball
  • catching and passing
  • teamwork, and
  • sportsmanship.

For more information, contact Cheryl Brown at 617-961-3085 or cheryl.brown@boston.gov.

Parks online activity search

July 10, 2019
  • 5:30pm - 7:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Wednesday, starting from July 10, 2019, until August 14, 2019
  • 300 Gardner Street
    West Roxbury, MA 02132
  • Contact:
    Cheryl Brown
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    West Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-07-10T17:30:00 - 2019-07-10T19:00:00

Rookie Rugby in Allston

The Parks and Recreation Department, working with the Massachusetts Youth Rugby Organization, is offering a Rookie Rugby Program.

July 8, 2019
  • 5:30pm - 7:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Monday, starting from July 8, 2019, until August 12, 2019
  • 50 Webley Street
    Allston, MA 02134
  • Contact:
    Cheryl Brown
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Allston
    Brighton
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-07-08T17:30:00 - 2019-07-08T19:00:00

Players will learn the safe, non-contact, flag version of rugby, the fastest growing youth team sport in US and a recognized varsity sport in Massachusetts high schools this spring. They will be taught the basics of the game in a safe, active and supportive environment. Skills that they will learn include:

  • ball handling
  • running with the ball
  • catching and passing
  • teamwork, and
  • sportsmanship.

For more information, contact Cheryl Brown at 617-961-3085 or cheryl.brown@boston.gov.

Parks online activity search

July 8, 2019
  • 5:30pm - 7:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Monday, starting from July 8, 2019, until August 12, 2019
  • 50 Webley Street
    Allston, MA 02134
  • Contact:
    Cheryl Brown
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Allston
    Brighton
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-07-08T17:30:00 - 2019-07-08T19:00:00

Summer Fitness Series: Family Zumba in East Boston

We're holding free fitness classes this summer in neighborhood parks.

June 4, 2019
  • 6:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from June 4, 2019, until September 24, 2019
  • 33 Sumner Street
    East Boston, MA 02128
  • Contact:
    Parks and Recreation
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    East Boston
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-06-04T18:00:00
CLASS DESCRIPTION

Zumba involves energetic dance and aerobic elements. Instructors provide choreographed moves of hip-hop, soca, samba, salsa, merengue, mambo, and martial arts.

For information on cancellations, check Twitter at @healthyboston and @bostonparksdept. You can also call 617-534-2355.

June 4, 2019
  • 6:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from June 4, 2019, until September 24, 2019
  • 33 Sumner Street
    East Boston, MA 02128
  • Contact:
    Parks and Recreation
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    East Boston
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-06-04T18:00:00

Summer Fitness Series: Cardio fitness in Hyde Park

We're holding free fitness classes this summer in neighborhood parks.

June 4, 2019
  • 6:30am
    Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from June 4, 2019, until September 24, 2019
  • 150 Readville Street
    Hyde Park, MA 02136
  • Contact:
    Parks and Recreation
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Hyde Park
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-06-04T06:30:00

For information on cancellations, check Twitter at @healthyboston and @bostonparksdept. You can also call 617-534-2355.

June 4, 2019
  • 6:30am
    Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from June 4, 2019, until September 24, 2019
  • 150 Readville Street
    Hyde Park, MA 02136
  • Contact:
    Parks and Recreation
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Hyde Park
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-06-04T06:30:00
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