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2022 Children's Arts and Crafts Workshops: Brighton

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

August 2, 2022
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from August 2, 2022, until August 9, 2022
  • Rogers Park
    30 Rogers Park Avenue
    Brighton , 02135
  • Contact:
    Shannon Murphy
  • send an email
  • 617-961-3082
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Brighton
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Outdoor
    Social good
  • Posted:
2022-08-02T10:00:00 - 2022-08-02T12:00:00

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: Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

ALL ARTS AND CRAFTS WORKSHOPS DATES

August 2, 2022
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from August 2, 2022, until August 9, 2022
  • Rogers Park
    30 Rogers Park Avenue
    Brighton , 02135
  • Contact:
    Shannon Murphy
  • send an email
  • 617-961-3082
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Brighton
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Outdoor
    Social good
  • Posted:
2022-08-02T10:00:00 - 2022-08-02T12:00:00
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Tending, Co-building, and Care: Reflections on Radical Imaginations for Racial Justice

Throughout 2021, the 16 artists and collectives who received funding through our Radical Imagination for Racial Justice program have been working on their projects.

May 11, 2022
2022-05-11T16:45:00 - 2022-05-11T19:00:00
Please join us for a virtual conversation with artists, collectives, and co-builders of the Radical Imagination for Racial Justice Boston program. A tapestry of interwoven themes will guide our reflection on bringing to life our visions of racial justice in collaboration with our communities. These themes include: 
  • process,
  • resources,
  • response-ability,
  • "balance",
  • community,
  • wellness,
  • and more.
  • The event is on Wednesday, May 11 from 5-7 p.m. and will be held virtually via Zoom. The meeting room will open at 4:45pm with a gallery tour.

RIRJ event flyer

May 11, 2022
2022-05-11T16:45:00 - 2022-05-11T19:00:00
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Jamaica Plain Neighborhood Social

Meet your neighbors, City Hall staffers, and SPARK Boston Council Members at Sam Adams Brewery!

May 3, 2022
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • Sam Adams Tap Room and Beer Garden
    30 Germania Street
    Boston, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Spark Boston
  • send an email
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
    Outdoor
    Social good
  • Posted:
2022-05-03T18:00:00 - 2022-05-03T20:00:00

The SPARK Boston Neighborhood Social returns to Jamaica Plain! Meet your neighbors, City of Boston employees, and SPARK Boston council members past or present at Sam Adams Brewery, birthplace of our City's most famous beer. We'll have information about our next council cycle, voter registration forms, special guests, and more. Come grab a round with us!

We're recruiting 20 to 35 year old Boston residents from all across the city to participate in Mayor Wu's 2022-2023 SPARK Boston Council, a volunteer group of young adults dedicated to advancing civic engagement in their generation and beyond. Applications are open now through Friday, May 13, and can be found online.

May 3, 2022
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • Sam Adams Tap Room and Beer Garden
    30 Germania Street
    Boston, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Spark Boston
  • send an email
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
    Outdoor
    Social good
  • Posted:
2022-05-03T18:00:00 - 2022-05-03T20:00:00
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Boston Pride Kick-Off

Join us on Thursday, June 1, at City Hall Plaza at 4 p.m. to kickoff Pride month with a flag raising, performances, and Portraits of Pride unveiling!

June 1, 2023
2023-06-01T16:00:00 - 2023-06-01T19:00:00

The Mayor's Office of LGBTQ+ Advancement and Mayor's Office of Arts & Culture will be celebrating National LGBTQ+ Pride month by hosting, supporting, and amplifying events that serve the local Queer community.

This celebration of National LGBTQ+ Pride Month will feature the unveiling of Portraits of Pride, a photography project that highlights LGBTQ+ leaders, which will remain on the Plaza for the entire month of June. The event will also include a flag raising and several performances including Big Body Kweeng, Neon Calypso, Patty Bourrée, and more!

PRIDE Kickoff flyer

June 1, 2023
2023-06-01T16:00:00 - 2023-06-01T19:00:00
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Charlestown Community Center Study Community Meeting

Want to see a new community center in Charlestown?

April 26, 2022
2022-04-26T18:00:00 - 2022-04-26T19:00:00

Join us! This is a public meeting to hear programming and location ideas from the Charlestown community. This is the second community meeting to establish the types of uses and activities the community would like to see in a new center. The study is also exploring location options to build any potential centers on.

April 26, 2022
2022-04-26T18:00:00 - 2022-04-26T19:00:00
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North End Open Mic and Neighborhood Social

North End Music & Performing Arts Center (NEMPAC) hosts a free monthly event on featuring musicians of all levels! Join us for a great night out with friends and live entertainment!

April 22, 2022
  • 7:00pm
  • North End Music and Performing Arts Center
    50 Tileston Street
    Boston, MA 02113
  • Contact:
    Spark Boston
  • send an email
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    North End
  • Event Type:
    Social good
  • Posted:
2022-04-22T19:00:00

NEMPAC hosts a free monthly event on Fridays featuring musicians of all levels! Join us for a great night out with friends and live entertainment!

Register for the event

Interested in performing? Email ameek@nempacboston.org

April 22, 2022
  • 7:00pm
  • North End Music and Performing Arts Center
    50 Tileston Street
    Boston, MA 02113
  • Contact:
    Spark Boston
  • send an email
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    North End
  • Event Type:
    Social good
  • Posted:
2022-04-22T19:00:00
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Hyde Park Neighborhood Social

The SPARK Boston Neighborhood Social returns to Hyde Park!

May 11, 2022
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • Antonios Bacari, 5 Fairmount Avenue
    Hyde Park, MA 02136
  • Contact:
    Spark Boston
  • send an email
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Hyde Park
  • Event Type:
    Social good
  • Posted:
2022-05-11T18:00:00 - 2022-05-11T20:00:00

Meet your neighbors, City of Boston employees, and SPARK Boston council members past or present at Antonio's Bacari, Hyde Park's Venetian wine bar and restaurant. We'll have information about our next council cycle, voter registration forms, special guests, and more. Come grab a round with us!

We're recruiting 20 to 35 year old Boston residents from all across the City to participate in Mayor Wu's 2022-2023 SPARK Boston Council, a volunteer group of young adults dedicated to advancing civic engagement in their generation and beyond. Applications are open now through Friday, May 13, and can be found online.

May 11, 2022
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • Antonios Bacari, 5 Fairmount Avenue
    Hyde Park, MA 02136
  • Contact:
    Spark Boston
  • send an email
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Hyde Park
  • Event Type:
    Social good
  • Posted:
2022-05-11T18:00:00 - 2022-05-11T20:00:00
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East Boston Neighborhood Social

The SPARK Boston Neighborhood Social returns to East Boston!

April 26, 2022
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • The Quiet Few, 331 Sumner Street
    East Boston, MA 02128
  • Contact:
    Spark Boston
  • send an email
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    East Boston
  • Event Type:
    Social good
  • Posted:
2022-04-26T18:00:00 - 2022-04-26T20:00:00

Meet your neighbors, City of Boston employees, and SPARK Boston council members past or present at The Quiet Few, Eastie's whiskey bar. We'll have information about our next council cycle, voter registration forms, special guests, and more. Come grab a round with us! Please note that The Quiet Few is 21+.

We're recruiting 20 to 35 year old Boston residents from all across the city to participate in Mayor Wu's 2022-2023 SPARK Boston Council, a volunteer group of young adults dedicated to advancing civic engagement in their generation and beyond. Applications are open now through Friday, May 13, and can be found online.

April 26, 2022
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • The Quiet Few, 331 Sumner Street
    East Boston, MA 02128
  • Contact:
    Spark Boston
  • send an email
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    East Boston
  • Event Type:
    Social good
  • Posted:
2022-04-26T18:00:00 - 2022-04-26T20:00:00
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Dorchester Neighborhood Social

The SPARK Boston Neighborhood Social returns to Dorchester, Boston's largest neighborhood!

April 19, 2022
  • 6:30pm - 8:30pm
  • Dorchester Brewing Company
    1250 Massachusetts Avenue
    Boston, MA 02125
  • Contact:
    Spark Boston
  • send an email
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Event Type:
    Social good
  • Posted:
2022-04-19T18:30:00 - 2022-04-19T20:30:00

Meet your neighbors, City of Boston employees, and SPARK Boston council members past or present in Dorchester Brewing Company's event space! We'll have information about our next council cycle, voter registration forms, special guests, and more. Come grab a pint with us!

We're recruiting 20- to 35-year-old Boston residents from all across the City to participate in Mayor Wu's 2022-2023 SPARK Boston Council, a volunteer group of young adults dedicated to advancing civic engagement in their generation and beyond. Applications are open now through Friday, May 13, and can be found online.

April 19, 2022
  • 6:30pm - 8:30pm
  • Dorchester Brewing Company
    1250 Massachusetts Avenue
    Boston, MA 02125
  • Contact:
    Spark Boston
  • send an email
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Event Type:
    Social good
  • Posted:
2022-04-19T18:30:00 - 2022-04-19T20:30:00
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Community Iftar 2022

Join us to break bread with friends and neighbors during this month of Ramadan. All are welcome to this multicultural event!

April 22, 2022
  • 6:30pm - 9:00pm
  • Bruce C. Bolling Building
    2300 Washington Street
    Roxbury, MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Immigrant Advancement
  • send an email
  • 617-635-2980
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Social good
  • Posted:
  • Downloads:
    Download the Flyer
2022-04-22T18:30:00 - 2022-04-22T21:00:00

You are invited to Community Iftar 2022 hosted by the Mayor’s Office for Immigrant Advancement, Boston Public School’s Office of English Language Learners, and Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson. The event will be on April 22 at 6:30 p.m. at the Bruce C. Bolling Building at 2300 Washington St, Roxbury, MA 02119. Dinner and refreshments will be provided. Face masks will be required.

RSVP for the event

You can also email immigrantadvancement@boston.gov or call 617-635-2980 if you have any questions. We hope to see you there!

April 22, 2022
  • 6:30pm - 9:00pm
  • Bruce C. Bolling Building
    2300 Washington Street
    Roxbury, MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Immigrant Advancement
  • send an email
  • 617-635-2980
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Social good
  • Posted:
  • Downloads:
    Download the Flyer
2022-04-22T18:30:00 - 2022-04-22T21:00:00
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