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2022 Children's Arts and Crafts Workshop: Back Bay

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

August 3, 2022
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Wednesday, starting from August 3, 2022, until August 10, 2022
  • Clarendon Street Play Lot
    260 Clarendon Street
    Back Bay , MA 02116
  • Contact:
    Shannon Murphy
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Back Bay
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2022-08-03T10:00:00 - 2022-08-03T12:00:00

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.

All Arts and Crafts Workshops Dates

August 3, 2022
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Wednesday, starting from August 3, 2022, until August 10, 2022
  • Clarendon Street Play Lot
    260 Clarendon Street
    Back Bay , MA 02116
  • Contact:
    Shannon Murphy
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Back Bay
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2022-08-03T10:00:00 - 2022-08-03T12:00:00
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2022 Children's Arts and Crafts Workshops: Dorchester

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

July 19, 2022
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from July 19, 2022, until July 26, 2022
  • McConnell Park
    30 Denny Street
    Dorchester, MA 02125
  • Contact:
    Shannon Murphy
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2022-07-19T10:00:00 - 2022-07-19T12:00:00

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.

Children's Arts and Crafts Workshops: McConnell Park, Dorchester

Tuesday, July 19, 2022: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. 

Tuesday, July 26, 2022: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

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.

All Arts and Crafts Workshops Dates

July 19, 2022
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from July 19, 2022, until July 26, 2022
  • McConnell Park
    30 Denny Street
    Dorchester, MA 02125
  • Contact:
    Shannon Murphy
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2022-07-19T10:00:00 - 2022-07-19T12:00:00
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Mural consultant question-and-answer session

Join us for a virtual question-and-answer session on July 2, 2021, at 10 a.m. to learn about the call for a mural consultant as part of our Transformative Public Art Program.

July 2, 2021
2021-07-02T10:00:00 - 2021-07-02T11:00:00

We're looking for consultant services for the creation of 10-15 murals across the city, with a focus on murals to be completed in the summer and fall of 2021. The selected vendor will work with artists, constituents, community partners, and other City staff, as needed. We are accepting applications through the City's supplier portal. Interested applicants should apply here. The Event ID is EV00009291.

Join the question-and-answer session

July 2, 2021
2021-07-02T10:00:00 - 2021-07-02T11:00:00
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Terrace Street artist condos: Informational webinar

Join the Mayor's Office of Arts and Culture and the Department of Neighborhood Development for an informational webinar on July 7, 2021, at 7 p.m. to learn about the Terrace Street artist condos lottery process.

July 7, 2021
  • 7:00pm - 8:00pm
  • Happening online
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Mayor's Office of Arts and Culture
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Mission Hill
  • Event Type:
    Art
  • Posted:
  • Downloads:
2021-07-07T19:00:00 - 2021-07-07T20:00:00

There are 14 artist condominiums available in Mission Hill through this lottery. 40 Terrace Street includes seven two-bedroom, one-bathroom condominiums priced at $250,000. 132 Terrace Street includes seven one-bedroom, one-bathroom condominiums priced at $225,000. All units have hardwood floors, central air, a washer and dryer, and a security system. Both buildings include common studio space. One unit in each building is built out for persons with mobility impairments.

Homes are sold by lottery, and income and asset limitations apply. Artists must be first-time homebuyers, and Boston certified artists are preferred. Income limits for qualified buyers are based on 80% Area Median Income Limits as defined by HUD. 

The deadline to enter the lottery has been extended to July 30, 2021.

Sign up for the informational webinar

Enter the lottery

July 7, 2021
  • 7:00pm - 8:00pm
  • Happening online
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Mayor's Office of Arts and Culture
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Mission Hill
  • Event Type:
    Art
  • Posted:
  • Downloads:
2021-07-07T19:00:00 - 2021-07-07T20:00:00
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West Roxbury Movie Night: Lightyear plus Space Programming

Park's Movie Nights give residents and visitors the opportunity to enjoy popular films under the night skies in City parks in August and September.

August 11, 2023
2023-08-11T19:00:00 - 2023-08-11T21:30:00

The story of Buzz Lightyear and his adventures to infinity and beyond. (Year: 2022; Rating: PG)

Please join us starting at 7 p.m. to enjoy arts and crafts activities as well as additional programming to learn about space and explore the meteor shower!

The series is hosted by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and title sponsor Bank of America with additional support from College H.U.N.K.S. Hauling Junk & Moving and the Mayor’s Office of Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment.

No pre-registration needed to attend!

August 11, 2023
2023-08-11T19:00:00 - 2023-08-11T21:30:00
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Hyde Park Movie Night: DC League of Super-Pets

Park's Movie Nights give residents and visitors the opportunity to enjoy popular films under the night skies in City parks in August and September.

August 28, 2023
2023-08-28T19:45:00 - 2023-08-28T21:00:00

This animated tale focuses on Krypto the Super-Dog, otherwise known as Superman's pet. Since he has his own superpowers, Krypto enjoys saving the world with the Man of Steel. However, he finds himself challenged when Superman is kidnapped one day, and the other human superheroes can't help. With the help of superpower-infused animals in a shelter, it's up to Krypto to save the world and save his superhuman. (Year: 2022; Rating: PG)

All shows begin at dusk. The series is hosted by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and title sponsor Bank of America with additional support from College H.U.N.K.S. Hauling Junk & Moving and the Mayor’s Office of Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment.

No pre-registration needed to attend!

August 28, 2023
2023-08-28T19:45:00 - 2023-08-28T21:00:00
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Charlestown Movie Night: The Bad Guys

Park's Movie Nights give residents and visitors the opportunity to enjoy popular films under the night skies in City parks in August and September.

August 29, 2023
2023-08-29T19:45:00 - 2023-08-29T21:00:00

The infamous Mr. Piranha, Mr. Snake, Mr. Shark, Ms. Tarantula, and Mr. Wolf find their lives of crime coming to an end as they face imprisonment. Determined to retain their freedom, the criminals band together to boost their public image and prove their goodness to their community with the help of their esteemed mentor, Professor Marmalade. (Year: 2022; Rating: PG)

All shows begin at dusk. The series is hosted by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and title sponsor Bank of America with additional support from College H.U.N.K.S. Hauling Junk & Moving and the Mayor’s Office of Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment.

No pre-registration needed to attend!

August 29, 2023
2023-08-29T19:45:00 - 2023-08-29T21:00:00
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Roxbury Movie Night: Black Panther: Wakanda Forever

Park's Movie Nights give residents and visitors the opportunity to enjoy popular films under the night skies in City parks in August and September.

August 14, 2023
2023-08-14T19:45:00 - 2023-08-14T21:00:00

Queen Ramonda, Shuri, M'Baku, Okoye and the Dora Milaje fight to protect their nation from intervening world powers in the wake of King T'Challa's death. As the Wakandans strive to embrace their next chapter, the heroes must band together with the help of War Dog Nakia and Everett Ross and forge a new path for the kingdom of Wakanda. (Year: 2022; Rating: PG-13)

All shows begin at dusk. The series is hosted by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and title sponsor Bank of America with additional support from College H.U.N.K.S. Hauling Junk & Moving and the Mayor’s Office of Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment.

No pre-registration needed to attend!

August 14, 2023
2023-08-14T19:45:00 - 2023-08-14T21:00:00
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Dorchester Movie Night: DC League of Super-Pets

Park's Movie Nights give residents and visitors the opportunity to enjoy popular films under the night skies in City parks in August and September.

August 16, 2023
2023-08-16T19:45:00 - 2023-08-16T21:00:00

This animated tale focuses on Krypto the Super-Dog, otherwise known as Superman's pet. Since he has his own superpowers, Krypto enjoys saving the world with the Man of Steel. However, he finds himself challenged when Superman is kidnapped one day, and the other human superheroes can't help. With the help of superpower-infused animals in a shelter, it's up to Krypto to save the world and save his superhuman. (Year: 2022; Rating: PG)

All shows begin at dusk. The series is hosted by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and title sponsor Bank of America with additional support from College H.U.N.K.S. Hauling Junk & Moving and the Mayor’s Office of Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment.

No pre-registration needed to attend!

August 16, 2023
2023-08-16T19:45:00 - 2023-08-16T21:00:00
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East Boston Movie Night: Vivo

Park's Movie Nights give residents and visitors the opportunity to enjoy popular films under the night skies in City parks in August and September.

August 21, 2023
2023-08-21T19:45:00 - 2023-08-21T21:00:00

This family-friendly adventure comedy is an animated musical that features eleven original songs. It follows an adventurous and music-loving capuchin monkey as he makes a perilous journey from Havana to Miami to pursue his calling and ambitions in showbusiness. (Year: 2021; Rating: PG)

All shows begin at dusk. The series is hosted by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and title sponsor Bank of America with additional support from College H.U.N.K.S. Hauling Junk & Moving and the Mayor’s Office of Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment.

No pre-registration needed to attend!

August 21, 2023
2023-08-21T19:45:00 - 2023-08-21T21:00:00
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