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Artivism Documentary Premiere

The Artivism Documentary Premiere will showcase the various student projects that took place during April 2022 Vacation. 

July 1, 2022
  • 7:00pm - 10:00pm
  • Strand Theatre
    543 Columbia Rd, Boston
    Boston, MA 02125
  • Contact:
    Susan McCollin
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
  • Posted:
2022-07-01T19:00:00 - 2022-07-01T22:00:00

The Artivism Student Project is an initiative that focuses on the power of youth voice and art as a tool for social inquiry. The project was birthed out of the Mayor's Office of Resilience & Racial Equity in partnership with the Mayor's Office of Arts & Culture and artist collective, The Artist Initiative for Revolution. This program granted young artists across the City of Boston from ages 13-17 to engage in meaningful art-making that was rooted in storytelling and social justice. At Artivism, students learned  how to use their art (music, dance, creating writing, & visual art) for social change. Each student was paired with a leading teaching artist who advised and mentored  them in the work of “Artivism”. 

The result was a documentary that highlights the burgeoning artistic talents of Boston youth and juxtaposes their talents with the unique challenges that faced established, seasoned artists as they sought to create and live in the City of Boston.

Watch the trailer

Register for the screening

Artivism Documentary

July 1, 2022
  • 7:00pm - 10:00pm
  • Strand Theatre
    543 Columbia Rd, Boston
    Boston, MA 02125
  • Contact:
    Susan McCollin
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
  • Posted:
2022-07-01T19:00:00 - 2022-07-01T22:00:00
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B Healthy Summer Fun Day

Join us for family fun and free vaccines!

July 9, 2022
  • 11:00am - 3:00pm
  • Harambee Park
    930 Blue Hill Avenue
    Dorchester, MA 02124
  • Contact:
    Boston Public Health Commission
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2022-07-09T11:00:00 - 2022-07-09T15:00:00

Join the Boston Public Health Commission for a day of family fun! All are welcome to enjoy free food, giveaways, music, games and more!

You can also take advantage of our free COVID-19 Vaccine station!

Share the news about this event with your community by downloading and sharing a flyer:    

July 9, 2022
  • 11:00am - 3:00pm
  • Harambee Park
    930 Blue Hill Avenue
    Dorchester, MA 02124
  • Contact:
    Boston Public Health Commission
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2022-07-09T11:00:00 - 2022-07-09T15:00:00
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BCYF Mildred Avenue Family Fun Night

Stop by the center for a fun family event!

June 16, 2022
2022-06-16T16:00:00 - 2022-06-16T19:00:00

BCYF Mildred Avenue Community Center is hosting a free family fun night!

This event will include a cookout, music, games, swimming, information on upcoming summer programming and more.

Join us June 16, from 4 - 7 p.m. 

June 16, 2022
2022-06-16T16:00:00 - 2022-06-16T19:00:00
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2022 Tito Puente Latin Music Series: Eguie Castrillo

Join us this summer in Boston Parks for live salsa music and dance.

August 12, 2022
2022-08-12T18:00:00 - 2022-08-12T20:00:00

Created in honor of Latin music icon Tito Puente, this series celebrates 15 years of bringing live Latin music with a strong salsa influence to Boston parks.  The series is sponsored in part by:

  • Berklee College of Music, and
  • Inquilinos Boricuas en Accion

Free salsa lessons are led by MetaMovements.

All Tito Puente Latin Music Series dates

August 12, 2022
2022-08-12T18:00:00 - 2022-08-12T20:00:00
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2022 Tito Puente Latin Music Series: Alea

Join us this summer in Boston Parks for live salsa music and dance.

July 21, 2022
2022-07-21T19:00:00 - 2022-07-21T20:30:00

Created in honor of Latin music icon Tito Puente, this series celebrates 15 years of bringing live Latin music with a strong salsa influence to Boston parks. The series is sponsored in part by:

Free salsa lessons are led by MetaMovements. You can also view all Tito Puente Latin Music Series dates. You can learn more about Alea in their Instagram profile.

July 21, 2022
2022-07-21T19:00:00 - 2022-07-21T20:30:00
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2023 Golf Course Concert Series: Jon Hollywood

Enjoy a concert on the patio at one of the City's golf courses.

August 9, 2023
2023-08-09T18:00:00 - 2023-08-09T20:00:00

The Golf Course Concert Series is part of the Boston Parks and Recreation Department’s ParkARTS program. They are held in July, August, and September and shows begin at 6 p.m.

ABOUT JON HOLLYWOOD:

Jon Hollywood was born in the busy city of Bridgeport, CT, and is a musician who has a love for a wide range of music.  He was raised with a diverse musical background and was introduced to contemporary jazz, classical compositions and rock and roll at a young age. While his biggest inspirations are Michael Jackson, Queen, and Prince, he is a 90's kid at heart, enjoying hits from pop culture and the driving hard rock that followed.

Learn More about Jon Hollywood

Jon Hollywood's Instagram

August 9, 2023
2023-08-09T18:00:00 - 2023-08-09T20:00:00
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Family Gym

A free play program for families.

June 6, 2022
  • 12:30pm - 2:30pm
    Repeats weekly on Monday, starting from June 6, 2022, until June 13, 2022
  • BCYF Roche Family Community Center
    1716 Centre Street
    Boston, MA 02132
  • Contact:
    Boston Centers for Youth & Families
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    West Roxbury
  • Posted:
2022-06-06T12:30:00 - 2022-06-06T14:30:00

Family Gym promotes physical activity for children ages 3-8 and their families. For spring 2022, we are hosting Family Gym at three BCYF community Centers. Children ages 3 to 8 of all abilities are welcome with their caregiver. Pre-registration required through our registration website.

June 6, 2022
  • 12:30pm - 2:30pm
    Repeats weekly on Monday, starting from June 6, 2022, until June 13, 2022
  • BCYF Roche Family Community Center
    1716 Centre Street
    Boston, MA 02132
  • Contact:
    Boston Centers for Youth & Families
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    West Roxbury
  • Posted:
2022-06-06T12:30:00 - 2022-06-06T14:30:00
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Family Gym

A free play program for families.

May 28, 2022
  • 12:30pm - 2:30pm
    Repeats weekly on Saturday, starting from May 28, 2022, until June 11, 2022
  • BCYF Leahy Holloran Community Center
    1 Worrell Street
    Boston, MA 02122
  • Contact:
    Boston Centers for Youth & Families
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
  • Posted:
2022-05-28T12:30:00 - 2022-05-28T14:30:00

Family Gym promotes physical activity for children ages 3-8 and their families. For spring 2022, we are hosting Family Gym at three BCYF community Centers. Children ages 3 to 8 of all abilities are welcome with their caregiver. Pre-registration required through our registration website.

May 28, 2022
  • 12:30pm - 2:30pm
    Repeats weekly on Saturday, starting from May 28, 2022, until June 11, 2022
  • BCYF Leahy Holloran Community Center
    1 Worrell Street
    Boston, MA 02122
  • Contact:
    Boston Centers for Youth & Families
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
  • Posted:
2022-05-28T12:30:00 - 2022-05-28T14:30:00
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Family Gym

A free play program for families.

May 28, 2022
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Saturday, starting from May 28, 2022, until June 11, 2022
  • BCYF Charlestown Community Center
    255 Medford Street
    Boston, MA 02129
  • Contact:
    Boston Centers for Youth & Families
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Charlestown
  • Posted:
2022-05-28T10:00:00 - 2022-05-28T12:00:00

Family Gym promotes physical activity for children ages 3-8 and their families. For spring 2022, we are hosting Family Gym at three BCYF community Centers. Children ages 3 to 8 of all abilities are welcome with their caregiver. Pre-registration required through our our registration website.

May 28, 2022
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Saturday, starting from May 28, 2022, until June 11, 2022
  • BCYF Charlestown Community Center
    255 Medford Street
    Boston, MA 02129
  • Contact:
    Boston Centers for Youth & Families
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Charlestown
  • Posted:
2022-05-28T10:00:00 - 2022-05-28T12:00:00
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Donna Summer Disco Party 2022

Get your groove on at our eighth annual summer disco party honoring five-time Grammy winner and Boston native, Donna Summer!

June 16, 2022
2022-06-16T18:00:00 - 2022-06-16T21:00:00

Boston-born disco legend Donna Summer was a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, a five-time Grammy winner, and sold over 140 million records worldwide. She was born in Dorchester and was raised in Mission Hill before rising to stardom in the 1970s. She passed away at the age of 62 years old on May 17, 2012. This annual event honors her life and celebrates her music and legacy in Boston.



Donna Summer Disco Party will feature:

  • music provided by DJ Vince 1
  • a special tribute performance by Mary Gaines Bernard, Donna Summer's sister and longtime backing vocalist, and
  • appearances by Donna Summer’s nephew, O’Mega Red, and other members of Donna Summer's family.
June 16, 2022
2022-06-16T18:00:00 - 2022-06-16T21:00:00
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