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Salsa Night (Fiesta en la Plaza)

The City of Boston and Cultural Ágora celebrate Latinx Heritage Month with Fiesta en la Plaza, a diverse program of cultural activities that will take place over four weekends on City Hall Plaza.

September 23, 2023
2023-09-23T17:00:00 - 2023-09-23T20:00:00

Join us for an evening of plenty of Salsa and exciting dance classes led by renowned instructors from MetaMovements. With performances by Clave & Blues and Manolo Mairena.

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September 23, 2023
2023-09-23T17:00:00 - 2023-09-23T20:00:00
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Cuatro and Poetry (Fiesta en la Plaza)

The City of Boston and Cultural Ágora celebrate Latinx Heritage Month with Fiesta en la Plaza, a diverse program of cultural activities that will take place over four weekends on City Hall Plaza.

September 22, 2023
2023-09-22T19:00:00 - 2023-09-22T21:00:00

Discover the Afro-Antillean rhythms and women's voices with the charm of Yara Liceaga, Fabiola Méndez, and the Puerto Rican cuatro during the second weekend of Fiesta en la Plaza.

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September 22, 2023
2023-09-22T19:00:00 - 2023-09-22T21:00:00
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Fiesta Welcome (Fiesta en la Plaza)

Update: This event has been moved from Saturday, September 16, to Sunday, September 17 due to inclement weather from Hurricane Lee.

September 17, 2023
2023-09-17T12:00:00 - 2023-09-17T19:00:00

The City of Boston and Cultural Ágora celebrate Latinx Heritage Month with Fiesta en la Plaza, a diverse program of cultural activities that will take place over four weekends on City Hall Plaza.

You are cordially invited to Inauguration Day at the 2023 Latinx Heritage Month celebration. Join us for a mesmerizing comparsa and multiple performances featuring talented artists like Jorge Arce, Agua, Sol y Sereno, Eguie Castrillo, Veronica Robles, and Claudio Ragazzi.

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September 17, 2023
2023-09-17T12:00:00 - 2023-09-17T19:00:00
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Little Amal

Little Amal is the 12-foot puppet of a 10-year-old Syrian refugee child at the heart of The Walk. She has become a global symbol of human rights, especially those of refugees.

September 7, 2023
2023-09-07T00:00:00 - 2023-09-09T23:59:00

The City of Boston, along with American Repertory Theatre (ART) at Harvard University, ArtsEmerson, Company One Theatre, Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA), Lars Jan, Boston University Center on Forced Displacement, Boston University Arts Initiative, Extinction Rebellion Boston, Foxborough Public Schools, RefugePoint, and The Puppet Free Library, will welcome Little Amal to the City of Boston September 7 - 9, 2023.

Graphic with image of Little Amal and text: "Boston September 7-9"

September 7, 2023
2023-09-07T00:00:00 - 2023-09-09T23:59:00

Little Amal in Boston

Interactive Film (Boston Children's Museum)

Thursday, September 7, 2023, every half hour 12 - 2:30 p.m.

At KidStage, view a short interactive film about Amal’s incredible journey, refugees, the challenges refugees face when finding home, and how organizations like Refuge Point are helping refugees find lasting solutions.

Little Amal (ArtsEmerson)

Thursday, September 7, 2023, at 3:30 p.m. (Arrival at 4 p.m.)

Join ArtsEmerson in Welcoming Little Amal to Boston. Be part of this special moment when Amal takes her first steps in Boston to shine the light on the importance of empathy and the spirit of welcoming all.

Join A.R.T., ArtsThursdays, and Little Amal for Finding Friends in Harvard Yard

Thursday, September 7, 2023, at 6 p.m.

In search of comfort and companionship, Little Amal discovers historic Harvard Yard where she is welcomed by the communities of the University and of Cambridge.

Don't let me sleep alone (Yo-Yo Ma)

Thursday, September 7, 2023, at 9 p.m.

Amal is searching for a place to sleep on the first night of her long journey. As she settles down to sleep, she hears a lullaby.

Countdown to Kindergarten

Friday, September 8, 2023, at 12 p.m.

It’s the start of a new school year and Little Amal is welcoming incoming kindergarteners as they receive their school backpacks.

Find A Safe Haven (Extinction Rebellion Boston)

Friday, September 8. 2023, at 6:30 p.m.

Amal is lost as night begins to fall, when she encounters a sparrow searching for a safe place to nest. Puppet-making workshop 4 - 6 p.m. before Little Amal’s arrival.

Things my mother whispered (Josh Higgasson)

Friday, September 8, 2023, at 8:30 p.m.

As Amal walks late at night through Boston, ethereal projections of her mother’s words surround her. Tender questions and affectionate words of advice give her the strength to keep walking.

When Migrants Meet (Company One)

Saturday, September 9, 2023, at 11 a.m.

Walk with Little Amal from the Egleston Square branch of the Boston Public Library to Franklin Park as she discovers an injured snow goose that’s been separated from her family. She's welcomed into the flock for a HONKing good time!

Marvelous mariposa (ICA Watershed)

Saturday, September 9, 2023, at 1 p.m.

Welcome Little Amal to the ICA Watershed in East Boston, featuring performances from the Veronica Robles Cultural Center.

Ceremonial First Pitch (Boston Red Sox)

Saturday, September 9, 2023, at 3:30 p.m.

Thousands of Red Sox fans cheer for Amal as she steps up to deliver a ceremonial first pitch at "America’s Most Beloved Ballpark", Fenway Park. She is very excited. And very nervous…

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Learn more about Little Amal

Photo Credit:
Little Amal © The Walk Productions © Respective Collective

Production Information

The Walk and Handspring Puppet Company logos

"Amal Walks Across America" is produced by The Walk Productions in association with the Handspring Puppet Company. U.S. Producing Partner THE OFFICE performing arts+film. Impact + Outreach The Soze Agency. Marketing Cause Lab. PR + Communications DKC.

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Age Strong Bilingual Guitar Classes

Free bilingual guitar classes at BCYF Hyde Park Community Center

August 4, 2023
  • 1:00pm - 2:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Friday, starting from August 4, 2023, until November 5, 2023
  • 1179 River Street
    Hyde Park, MA 02136
  • Contact:
    Nuria Silva
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Hyde Park
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2023-08-04T13:00:00 - 2023-08-04T14:00:00

Join us for free bilingual music classes in English and Spanish.

Únase a nosotros para clases de música bilingües gratuitas en inglés y español.

August 4, 2023
  • 1:00pm - 2:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Friday, starting from August 4, 2023, until November 5, 2023
  • 1179 River Street
    Hyde Park, MA 02136
  • Contact:
    Nuria Silva
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Hyde Park
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2023-08-04T13:00:00 - 2023-08-04T14:00:00
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Age Strong Bilingual Singing Classes

Free bilingual singing classes at BCYF Hyde Park Community Center

August 4, 2023
  • 12:00pm - 1:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Friday, starting from August 4, 2023, until September 20, 2023
  • 1179 River Street
    Hyde Park, MA 02136
  • Contact:
    Nuria Silva
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Hyde Park
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2023-08-04T12:00:00 - 2023-08-04T13:00:00

Join us for free bilingual music classes in English and Spanish.

Únase a nosotros para clases de música bilingües gratuitas en inglés y español.

August 4, 2023
  • 12:00pm - 1:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Friday, starting from August 4, 2023, until September 20, 2023
  • 1179 River Street
    Hyde Park, MA 02136
  • Contact:
    Nuria Silva
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Hyde Park
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2023-08-04T12:00:00 - 2023-08-04T13:00:00
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Age Strong Movement + Mindfulness Workshop

Free movement & mindfulness classes at BCYF Vine Street Community Center

August 2, 2023
  • 11:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Wednesday, starting from August 2, 2023, until September 18, 2023
  • 339 Dudley Street
    Roxbury, MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Nuria Silva
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Roxbury
  • Posted:
2023-08-02T11:00:00 - 2023-08-02T12:00:00

Through a series of Embodied Voice & Yoga practices, including breathing techniques, seated postures, and standing poses, we’ll playfully explore the healing and joyful vibrations of the voice and movement.

August 2, 2023
  • 11:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Wednesday, starting from August 2, 2023, until September 18, 2023
  • 339 Dudley Street
    Roxbury, MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Nuria Silva
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Roxbury
  • Posted:
2023-08-02T11:00:00 - 2023-08-02T12:00:00
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Age Strong Rhythm + Rhyme + Flow Songwriting Workshop

Free rhythm, rhyme and flow workshops at BCYF Vine Street Community Center

August 2, 2023
  • 10:00am - 11:00am
    Repeats weekly on Wednesday, starting from August 2, 2023, until September 19, 2023
  • 339 Dudley Street
    Roxbury, MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Nuria Silva
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2023-08-02T10:00:00 - 2023-08-02T11:00:00

Connect heart to voice through love notes, spoken words, and heart songs.

We’ll settle into a soulful practice beginning with our breath flowing into the written word, somatic movement, and then blossoming into an embodied

vocal performance.

August 2, 2023
  • 10:00am - 11:00am
    Repeats weekly on Wednesday, starting from August 2, 2023, until September 19, 2023
  • 339 Dudley Street
    Roxbury, MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Nuria Silva
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2023-08-02T10:00:00 - 2023-08-02T11:00:00
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2024 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 by a local artist in various parks throughout the City of Boston.

August 2, 2024
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Friday, starting from August 2, 2024, until August 16, 2024
  • Ryan Playground
    960 Dorchester Avenue
    Boston , MA 02125
  • Contact:
    PARKS AND RECREATION
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2024-08-02T10:00:00 - 2024-08-02T12:00:00

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.

August 2, 2024
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Friday, starting from August 2, 2024, until August 16, 2024
  • Ryan Playground
    960 Dorchester Avenue
    Boston , MA 02125
  • Contact:
    PARKS AND RECREATION
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2024-08-02T10:00:00 - 2024-08-02T12:00:00
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2023 CHILDREN'S ARTS AND CRAFTS WORKSHOPS

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

July 28, 2023
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Friday, starting from July 28, 2023, until August 10, 2023
  • Ryan Playground
    960 Dorchester Avenue
    Boston , MA 02125
  • Contact:
    PARKS AND RECREATION
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2023-07-28T10:00:00 - 2023-07-28T12:00:00

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.

July 28, 2023
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Friday, starting from July 28, 2023, until August 10, 2023
  • Ryan Playground
    960 Dorchester Avenue
    Boston , MA 02125
  • Contact:
    PARKS AND RECREATION
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2023-07-28T10:00:00 - 2023-07-28T12:00:00
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