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BCYF Spelling Bee 2023

Mark your calendar and join us for the 2023 Spelling Bee on March 18, 2023. Boston schools are invited to register now to participate.

March 18, 2023
2023-03-18T10:00:00 - 2023-03-18T13:00:00

The BCYF Spelling Bee recognizes the hard work of talented students from participating schools. They'll be competing for the chance to represent Boston at the Scripps National Spelling Bee.   

Boston students of public, charter, pilot, and parochial schools as well as home-schooled students are eligible to participate in BCYF’s Bee this spring only after they have won a Bee held at a Boston school.  Please see attached document for information about how schools can register.

 

March 18, 2023
2023-03-18T10:00:00 - 2023-03-18T13:00:00
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Ready Boston Field Day

Join us for Ready Boston Field Day on September 14 from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. For National Preparedness Month, come learn how to prepare for emergencies and disasters and leave with safety tips, giveaways, and life-saving skills.

September 14, 2024
2024-09-14T11:00:00 - 2024-09-14T15:00:00

The Office of Emergency Management (OEM) is hosting the City’s second annual Ready Boston Field Day at English High School Track and Field on Saturday, September 14, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. 

  • Learn CPR and first aid from Boston Emergency Medical Services through demonstrations and practice sessions.
  • Get fire-safety tips from the Boston Fire Department.
  • Participate in an emergency exercise with public safety professionals.
  • Get an inside look at emergency vehicles: SWAT vehicles, ambulances, police cruisers, fire trucks, emergency management vehicles, and more.
  • Build an emergency kit to help you and your family prepare for an emergency.
  • Play preparedness games and collect giveaways!
September 14, 2024
2024-09-14T11:00:00 - 2024-09-14T15:00:00
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Community Health Hub COVID-19 Vaccination Event

Get COVID-19 vaccines for the whole family at this event.

August 30, 2022
  • 2:00pm - 6:00pm
  • Town Field
    1565 Dorchester Ave
    Roxbury, MA 02122
  • Contact:
    info@bphc.org
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
  • Posted:
2022-08-30T14:00:00 - 2022-08-30T18:00:00

Walk-ins only! No appointment needed! Offering vaccines for those 6 months and older.

August 30, 2022
  • 2:00pm - 6:00pm
  • Town Field
    1565 Dorchester Ave
    Roxbury, MA 02122
  • Contact:
    info@bphc.org
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
  • Posted:
2022-08-30T14:00:00 - 2022-08-30T18:00:00
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Sumner Playground School Event

Get COVID-19 vaccines for the whole family at this event. 

August 25, 2022
  • 2:00pm - 6:00pm
  • 15 Basile Street
    Roslindale, MA 02131
  • Contact:
    info@bphc.org
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Roslindale
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
  • Posted:
2022-08-25T14:00:00 - 2022-08-25T18:00:00

Walk-ins only! No appointment needed! Offering vaccines to those 6 months and older.

August 25, 2022
  • 2:00pm - 6:00pm
  • 15 Basile Street
    Roslindale, MA 02131
  • Contact:
    info@bphc.org
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Roslindale
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
  • Posted:
2022-08-25T14:00:00 - 2022-08-25T18:00:00
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RISE UP Back to School

Get COVID-19 vaccines for the whole family at this event.

August 20, 2022
  • 12:00pm - 4:00pm
  • 650 Dudley Street
    Dorchester, MA 02125
  • Contact:
    info@bphc.org
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
  • Posted:
2022-08-20T12:00:00 - 2022-08-20T16:00:00

Walk-ins only! No appointment needed! Offering vaccines for those 6 months and older.

August 20, 2022
  • 12:00pm - 4:00pm
  • 650 Dudley Street
    Dorchester, MA 02125
  • Contact:
    info@bphc.org
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
  • Posted:
2022-08-20T12:00:00 - 2022-08-20T16:00:00
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Back to School COVID-19 Vaccination Event

Join this event hosted by Sharquera's Story - Domestic Violence Counseling and Coaching.

August 20, 2022
  • 11:00am - 4:00pm
  • Allen Park
    19 Church Street
    Dorchester, MA 02122
  • Contact:
    info@bphc.org
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
  • Posted:
2022-08-20T11:00:00 - 2022-08-20T16:00:00

Get COVID-19 vaccines for the whole family at this event. Walk-ins only! No appointment needed! Offering vaccines for those 6 months and older.

August 20, 2022
  • 11:00am - 4:00pm
  • Allen Park
    19 Church Street
    Dorchester, MA 02122
  • Contact:
    info@bphc.org
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
  • Posted:
2022-08-20T11:00:00 - 2022-08-20T16:00:00
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B Healthy: Back to School

Join this family-focused event to connect with resources, learn about local programs, get vaccinated, and have fun!

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September 17, 2022
  • 11:00am - 3:00pm
  • White Stadium in Franklin Park
    450 Walnut Ave.
    Boston, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Boston Public Health Commission
  • send an email
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
    Dorchester
    Jamaica Plain
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
    Sports and health
  • Posted:
2022-09-17T11:00:00 - 2022-09-17T15:00:00

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.

September 17, 2022
  • 11:00am - 3:00pm
  • White Stadium in Franklin Park
    450 Walnut Ave.
    Boston, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Boston Public Health Commission
  • send an email
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
    Dorchester
    Jamaica Plain
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
    Sports and health
  • Posted:
2022-09-17T11:00:00 - 2022-09-17T15:00:00

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Jamaica Plain Community Listening Session

Join the Mayor's Office of Women's Advancement for a discussion on how the City of Boston is looking to redefine womanhood in Boston.

December 1, 2022
2022-12-01T18:00:00 - 2022-12-01T19:30:00

At the event, you'll learn about the office's current resources and how we look to move forward with your input. Food, childcare, and interpretation services are available during the event.

Register for the event

Can't make it? Fill out our Redefining Womanhood survey online!

December 1, 2022
2022-12-01T18:00:00 - 2022-12-01T19:30:00
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Roxbury Community Listening Session

Join the Mayor's Office of Women's Advancement for a discussion on how the City of Boston is looking to redefine womanhood in Boston.

September 22, 2022
2022-09-22T18:00:00 - 2022-09-22T19:30:00

At the event, you'll learn about the office's current resources and how we look to move forward with your input. Food, childcare, and interpretation services are available during the event.

Register for the event

Can't make it? Fill out our Redefining Womanhood survey online!

September 22, 2022
2022-09-22T18:00:00 - 2022-09-22T19:30:00
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Mattapan Community Listening Session

Join the Mayor's Office of Women's Advancement for a discussion on how the City of Boston is looking to redefine womanhood in Boston.

October 18, 2022
2022-10-18T18:00:00 - 2022-10-18T19:30:00

At the event, you'll learn about the office's current resources and how we look to move forward with your input. Food, childcare, and interpretation services are available during the event.

Register for the event

Can't make it? Fill out our Redefining Womanhood survey online!

October 18, 2022
2022-10-18T18:00:00 - 2022-10-18T19:30:00
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