Following the screening, there will be a panel discussion with the filmmakers and some featured cast members. This program highlighting community organizations working to change the trajectory of the addiction crisis in Boston is presented in partnership with Young People in Recovery, the Mayor's Office of Recovery Services, and the Mayor's Office of Arts and Culture.

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"Tipping the Pain Scale" follows individuals grappling with the current systemic failures of how we have dealt with addiction in communities and their journey to develop and employ new, innovative, and often controversial solutions to the problem. It is a quasi-anthology, weaving characters through their own stories as they connect to the issues plaguing all communities and the country in an urgent fight to save lives. 



"Tipping the Pain Scale" is a Vivifi Films production from award-winning producers of "The Anonymous People" and "Generation Found", Greg Williams and two-time Emmy award-winner Jeff Reilly, featuring Secretary of Labor, Marty Walsh; NFL Pro Bowl Player, Darren Waller; Spoken Word Artist and Educator, Joseph Green; WA State Representative, Lauren Davis; Community Outreach Volunteer, Roz Pichardo; Boston Police Officer, Josh De La Rosa; and founding Policy Director of the Mayor’s Office of Recovery Services, Brendan Little; with music from nine-time Grammy nominated Sia. 

For more information, visit the documentary's website.

The Black Boston COVID-19 Coalition and Boston LesBiGay Urban Foundation are hosting a Virtual Town Hall Meeting about Monkeypox, in partnership with the Mayor's Office of LGBTQ+ Advancement and the Boston Public Health Commission.

Please register for this event. You can share this flyer with your networks to invite others to attend. 

Kick off a safe and healthy school year by joining this FAMILY FUN DAY! This event an opportunity for families with children to get their COVID-19 vaccine or booster for the school year. Join us with free food, music, face painting, games, and more!

$75 Visa Gift cards and backpacks with school supplies will be available to anyone who gets vaccinated while supplies last! Please note that registering or making an appointment does not guarantee an incentive if supplies run out.

Anyone under the age of 18 will need to have consent from a guardian. The guardian can be present with the youth OR you can bring a printed signed document. You can find consent forms in multiple languages online. 

This event is hosted by the Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC), in partnership with Boston Public Schools, Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF), CIC Health, Black Boston COVID-19 Coalition and The First Ladies and Women Faith Based Leaders of Boston. With thanks to our sponsors: Boston Athletic Association, Boston Bruins Organization, Reach out and Read Northeast Region, Stop & Shop, and Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

This gentle yoga and mindfulness series welcomes all body types and fitness levels. Spend an hour at the beautiful Christopher Columbus Park and enjoy this free program!

Space is limited, so RSVP as soon as possible at 617-635-4366 or email renee.frechette@boston.gov.

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.