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Green New Deal For BPS - Visioning Session for Families with Young Children

The Office of Early Childhood and Boston Public Schools (BPS)  need your vision and expertise to drive the design of BPS's future learning environments! 

January 11, 2023
2023-01-11T17:30:00 - 2023-01-11T19:00:00

Family members of young children are invited to join us to learn more about the Green New Deal for BPS and how you, as a family member of a young learner, can help develop the BPS facilities plan for our future elementary students!  

January 11, 2023
2023-01-11T17:30:00 - 2023-01-11T19:00:00
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West Fenway Tree Lighting

Join the Mayor's Office of Neighborhood Services, Fenway Civic Association, and Samuels and Associates at the 2022 Annual West Fenway Tree Lighting.

December 7, 2022
2022-12-07T18:00:00 - 2022-12-07T21:00:00
6 p.m. | Tree Lighting Ceremony
  • Performances by Boston Children's Chorus and Berklee's Grooversity
  • Refreshments from Tasty Burger
  • Cider and cocoa
  • Meet and greet with Red Sox mascots, Wally and Tessie
6:45 p.m. | Luminary Walk
7 - 9 p.m. | Community Skate at The Rink at 401 Park
December 7, 2022
2022-12-07T18:00:00 - 2022-12-07T21:00:00
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'We Still Live Here': Film Screening and Discussion

Join us for a screening of the film, "We Still Live Here (Âs Nutayuneân)", the story of cultural revival by the Wampanoag people of Massachusetts as they navigate centuries of oppression and resilience.

December 13, 2022
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • North American Indian Center of Boston
    105 S Huntington Ave
    Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    amira.madison@boston.gov
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
    Film and theater
    Learning and lectures
  • Posted:
2022-12-13T18:00:00 - 2022-12-13T20:00:00

Leadership from the Native American Indian Center of Boston (NAICOB) will hold space for discussion on the cultural impact of reviving Indigenous cultures.

You can learn more about the film online. Refreshments will be provided.

Get your ticket here

 

Graphic with text: We Still Live Here | Film Screening and Discussion

December 13, 2022
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • North American Indian Center of Boston
    105 S Huntington Ave
    Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    amira.madison@boston.gov
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
    Film and theater
    Learning and lectures
  • Posted:
2022-12-13T18:00:00 - 2022-12-13T20:00:00
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BCYF Roslindale Open House

Come check out the renovated center and learn about programming.

December 20, 2022
2022-12-20T15:00:00 - 2022-12-20T18:00:00

BCYF Roslindale Community Center will reopen in late December after being closed due to a flood and the necessary repairs. Come learn about what is planned for programming, give us your suggestions and check out the building.

December 20, 2022
2022-12-20T15:00:00 - 2022-12-20T18:00:00
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Boston Gives Back: Winter Wonderland

Join us for a winter wonderland celebration!

December 17, 2022
  • 2:00pm - 6:00pm
  • Bruce C Bolling Building
    2300 Washington St.
    Roxbury, MA 02119
  • Contact:
    susan.mccollin@boston.gov
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
  • Posted:
2022-12-17T14:00:00 - 2022-12-17T18:00:00

Join us at the Bruce Bolling Building as we celebrate the holiday season. Bring your little ones to learn about Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa through games and activities!

Get your picture with Santa, pick up free gift-wrapping supplies, giveaways, and more!

Food will be provided. Register by December 3rd to reserve your family's size for gifts and supplies.

 
Graphic with text: Winter Wonderland
 
 
December 17, 2022
  • 2:00pm - 6:00pm
  • Bruce C Bolling Building
    2300 Washington St.
    Roxbury, MA 02119
  • Contact:
    susan.mccollin@boston.gov
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
  • Posted:
2022-12-17T14:00:00 - 2022-12-17T18:00:00
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City Hall Newly Renovated Plaza

Families, please join us on Saturday, November 19, from 12 - 2 p.m. as we focus on the newly renovated City Hall plaza, including a new play space for the whole family to enjoy!

November 19, 2022
  • 12:00pm - 2:00pm
  • City Hall Plaza
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Colette Folan
  • send an email
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Downtown
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
    Other
  • Posted:
2022-11-19T12:00:00 - 2022-11-19T14:00:00

Please join us for the following:

  • Face painting 
  • Balloon animals 
  • DJ
  • Light refreshments
November 19, 2022
  • 12:00pm - 2:00pm
  • City Hall Plaza
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Colette Folan
  • send an email
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Downtown
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
    Other
  • Posted:
2022-11-19T12:00:00 - 2022-11-19T14:00:00
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City Hall Newly Renovated Plaza Ribbon Cutting

Come join us on Friday, November 18, from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. as we celebrate opening the newly renovated City Hall Plaza.

November 18, 2022
  • 11:00am - 2:00pm
  • City Hall Plaza
    Boston, MA
  • Contact:
    Colette Folan
  • send an email
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
    Other
  • Posted:
2022-11-18T11:00:00 - 2022-11-18T14:00:00

The newly renovated plaza showcases accessibility, sustainability, and more connected public space. Please join us for the following:

  • live entertainment 
  • light refreshments
  • vaccination clinic
  • City of Boston job info table 
  • speaking program
  • ribbon cutting 
  • tours of the newly renovated plaza
  • much more!

And you can continue the celebration the next day Saturday November, 19.

Check out day two

November 18, 2022
  • 11:00am - 2:00pm
  • City Hall Plaza
    Boston, MA
  • Contact:
    Colette Folan
  • send an email
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
    Other
  • Posted:
2022-11-18T11:00:00 - 2022-11-18T14:00:00
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2022 Enchanted Trolley Tour: Day 2

Boston’s Enchanted Trolley Tour continues the festive tradition of lighting holiday trees throughout Boston.

December 4, 2022
2022-12-04T12:00:00 - 2022-12-04T19:15:00

For the 26th 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, tree lightings, and more.

Day Two Trolley Schedule 
  • 12 p.m. - Codman Square, Dorchester
  • 1 p.m. - Adams Corner, Dorchester
  • 2 p.m. - M Street Park, South Boston
  • 3 p.m. - Beach Street and Harrison Ave, Chinatown
  • 4 p.m. - Paul Revere Mall, North End
  • 5 p.m. - Thompson Square, Charlestown
  • 6:15 p.m. - Maverick Square, East Boston 
December 4, 2022
2022-12-04T12:00:00 - 2022-12-04T19:15:00
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2022 Enchanted Trolley Tour: Day 1

Boston’s Enchanted Trolley Tour continues the festive tradition of lighting holiday trees throughout Boston.

December 3, 2022
2022-12-03T11:00:00 - 2022-12-03T19:03:00

For the 26th 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, tree lightings, and more.

Day one Trolley Schedule 
  • 11 a.m. - Hastings Lot, West Roxbury 
  • 12 p.m. - Wolcott Square, Readville
  • 1 p.m. - Mattapan Square
  • 2 p.m. - Hyde Square, Jamaica Plain 
  • 3 p.m. - J.P. Monument, Jamaica Plain
  • 3:45 p.m. - Brigham Circle, Mission Hill
  • 4:30 p.m. - Bolling Building, Roxbury
  • 5:45 p.m. - Blackstone Square, South End
  • 6:45 p.m. - Oak Square, Brighton  
December 3, 2022
2022-12-03T11:00:00 - 2022-12-03T19:03:00
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2022 Boston Unity Cup Tournament Finals

This adult soccer tournament features 22 flag-bearing nations competing in a World Cup-style tournament finals on November 5.

November 5, 2022
2022-11-05T08:00:00 - 2022-11-05T17:00:00

The Boston Unity Cup is a citywide adult soccer tournament celebrating Boston’s diverse community around a shared passion for sport. 



​Hosted in collaboration with local leaders, community organizations, nonprofit programs, and the City of Boston, the Boston Unity Cup is a testament to the power of partnership and what our city can do when we come together.

The tournament is comprised of 22 flag-bearing nations. Teams will vie for the 2022 Boston Unity Cup during the tournament finals on November 5 at Madison Park Stadium in Boston. The schedule also includes:

  • 10 a.m.  - Youth Jamboree and Resource Fair
  • 12 p.m. - Parade of Nations
  • 2 p.m. - Closing Ceremony and Trophy Presentations
November 5, 2022
2022-11-05T08:00:00 - 2022-11-05T17:00:00
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