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Senior Wellness Open House

February 25, 2025
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • 45 Danforth Street
    Jamaica Plain,
  • Contact:
    Bob Linscott
  • send an email
  • 617-635-4250
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
    Sports and health
  • Posted:
2025-02-25T10:00:32 - 2025-02-25T12:00:32
  • Learn about and sample our upcoming wellness classes
  • Meet Age Strong and Spontaneous Celebrations staff
  • Free continental breakfast

RSVP by 2/21 to robert.linscott@boston.gov or 617-635-4250

February 25, 2025
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • 45 Danforth Street
    Jamaica Plain,
  • Contact:
    Bob Linscott
  • send an email
  • 617-635-4250
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
    Sports and health
  • Posted:
2025-02-25T10:00:32 - 2025-02-25T12:00:32
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Age Strong Spring Rowing Open House

February 21, 2025
2025-02-21T10:00:29 - 2025-02-21T12:00:29
  • Learn about our 3 rowing programs
  • Tour the boathouse
  • Meet the trainers
  • Free continental breakfast

RSVP by February 18 for the open house - robert.linscott@boston.gov or 617-635-4250

February 21, 2025
2025-02-21T10:00:29 - 2025-02-21T12:00:29
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Support Group for Dementia Care Partners

Join our new, free support group where you can get information, learn about resources, make connections, and share experiences.

February 28, 2025
  • 12:00pm - 1:00pm
  • 6 Cummins Highway
    Roslindale, 02131
  • Contact:
    Corinne White
  • send an email
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Roslindale
  • Event Type:
    Social good
    Sports and health
  • Posted:
2025-02-28T12:00:37 - 2025-02-28T13:00:37

Join us at the Boston Centers for Youth & Families - (BCYF) Roslindale for a free support group where you can get resources, make connections and share experiences with other dementia care partners.

6 Cummins Highway, Roslindale, 02131

4th Friday of each month, 12 - 1 p.m.

PLEASE RSVP: Corinne White 

Phone: 617-635-3745

Email: corinne.white@boston.gov

If you have barriers that prevent you from attending, please reach out and let us know. We may be able to help.

February 28, 2025
  • 12:00pm - 1:00pm
  • 6 Cummins Highway
    Roslindale, 02131
  • Contact:
    Corinne White
  • send an email
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Roslindale
  • Event Type:
    Social good
    Sports and health
  • Posted:
2025-02-28T12:00:37 - 2025-02-28T13:00:37
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Age Strong Memory Cafe - Codman Square

A Memory Café is a welcoming place for people with forgetfulness or other changes in their thinking.

May 14, 2025
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats monthly on Wednesday, but only the second instance of this set, starting from February 12, 2025, 12 times
  • Boston Public Library - Codman Square Branch
    690 Washington Street
    Dorchester, MA 02124
  • Contact:
    Corinne White
  • send an email
  • 617-635-3745
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
    Social good
    Sports and health
  • Posted:
2025-05-14T10:00:52 - 2025-05-14T12:00:52

A flyer displaying details for Age Strong's Codman Square Memory Cafe. The top of the page displays cafe visitors posing for a photo.

Memory cafés meet at a variety of places, including coffeehouses, museums, or community organizations. Each memory café is different. Some cafés invite guest artists, some offer education about memory changes. And some are just for relaxing and chatting. But, all cafés share one goal — to help guests feel comfortable and to know that they are not alone. Cafés are a place to talk with others who understand what you are going through. You can forget about your limitations and instead focus on your strengths.

CODMAN SQUARE BRANCH OF THE BOSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY

690 Washington Street, Dorchester

Meets the second Wednesday of every month, from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

For information, contact: Corinne White at 617-635-3745 | corinne.white@boston.gov

view and download flyer

May 14, 2025
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats monthly on Wednesday, but only the second instance of this set, starting from February 12, 2025, 12 times
  • Boston Public Library - Codman Square Branch
    690 Washington Street
    Dorchester, MA 02124
  • Contact:
    Corinne White
  • send an email
  • 617-635-3745
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
    Social good
    Sports and health
  • Posted:
2025-05-14T10:00:52 - 2025-05-14T12:00:52
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244-284 A Street (Channelside) Open Space Workshop #3

Join us for a virtual community workshop to review further refined design updates on the amphitheater within the Fort Point Channel Park open space at 244-284 A Street (Channelside).

February 11, 2025
2025-02-11T18:00:00 - 2025-02-11T20:00:00

Interpretation and translation services are available to you at no cost. If you need them, please contact My'Kel McMillen at corey.mcmillen@boston.gov or 617-201-1294, by 02/4/2025.

February 11, 2025
2025-02-11T18:00:00 - 2025-02-11T20:00:00
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Parks Fitness: Latin Fusion Dance Class with Lena

Participate in FREE fitness classes offered by one of our certified instructors. Our classes are a partnership between the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and the Boston Public Health Commission. The series is sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts.

May 7, 2025
  • 6:30pm - 7:30pm
    Repeats weekly on Wednesday, starting from May 7, 2025, until August 27, 2025
  • O'Day Playground
    75 West Newton Street
    South End, MA
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • send an email
  • 617-635-4505
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
    South End
  • Event Type:
    Outdoor
    Sports and health
  • Posted:
2025-05-07T18:30:00 - 2025-08-27T19:30:00

Join instructor Lena Rose for a fun and exciting Latin Fusion class. Latin Fusion is a mix of fun and energetic dance styles from different parts of Latin America. Each class will have a focus on Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, Cha Cha, Rumba, Cumbia, and/or Reggaeton. All levels welcome! 

Click the link below to sign up for the class on Eventbrite. This will allow you to add it to your calendar and receive updates if there are changes or cancellations due to the weather.

Register Here

May 7, 2025
  • 6:30pm - 7:30pm
    Repeats weekly on Wednesday, starting from May 7, 2025, until August 27, 2025
  • O'Day Playground
    75 West Newton Street
    South End, MA
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • send an email
  • 617-635-4505
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
    South End
  • Event Type:
    Outdoor
    Sports and health
  • Posted:
2025-05-07T18:30:00 - 2025-08-27T19:30:00
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Parks Fitness: Fit for Life class with Vessy

Participate in FREE fitness classes offered by one of out certified instructors. Our classes are a partnership between the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and the Boston Public Health Commission. The series is sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts.

February 5, 2025
  • 1:00pm - 2:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Wednesday, starting from January 8, 2025, until April 2, 2025
  • Veronica Smith Senior Center
    20 Chestnut Hill Ave
    Brighton, MA 02135
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • send an email
  • 617-635-4505
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Allston
    Brighton
    Citywide
  • Event Type:
    Outdoor
    Sports and health
  • Posted:
2025-02-05T13:00:00 - 2025-04-30T14:00:00

A low-impact, accessible group exercise class designed for individuals of all fitness levels, focusing on gentle cardio movements, light strength training, and exercises that promote overall health and wellbeing, often tailored towards older adults or those looking for a modified workout routine; it emphasizes building sustainable fitness habits for a healthy lifestyle.

Click the link below to sign up for the class on Eventbrite. This will allow you to add it to your calendar and receive updates if there are changes or cancellations due to the weather.

Register here

February 5, 2025
  • 1:00pm - 2:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Wednesday, starting from January 8, 2025, until April 2, 2025
  • Veronica Smith Senior Center
    20 Chestnut Hill Ave
    Brighton, MA 02135
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • send an email
  • 617-635-4505
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Allston
    Brighton
    Citywide
  • Event Type:
    Outdoor
    Sports and health
  • Posted:
2025-02-05T13:00:00 - 2025-04-30T14:00:00
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Parks and Recreation's : Duck Boat Pull

Let's Pull Together for Youth Sports! 

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April 12, 2025
2025-04-12T11:00:00 - 2025-04-12T15:00:00

Get ready for an unforgettable challenge at the Boston Parks and Recreation's First Annual Duck-Boat-Pull —a brand-new event taking place in the heart of the Boston Common, where teams of 10 will race against the clock to pull a 21,000-pound duck boat across a designated course. Think you've got what it takes to out-pull the competition?

This exciting event isn’t just about muscle—every pull you make directly benefits local youth sports and fitness programs that keep our kids active, healthy, and thriving. All proceeds go toward funding essential sports leagues, tournaments, and fitness initiatives managed by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department for all of Boston’s youth.

This event is in partnership with the Boston Duck Tours.

Common Pull

April 12, 2025
2025-04-12T11:00:00 - 2025-04-12T15:00:00

Here's How it Works

  • TEAM CHALLENGE: Assemble a team of 10 friends, family, or coworkers (must be 16+ to participate & Teams must have exactly 10 members.)
  • TAKE ON THE CHALLENGE: Compete to pull the massive 21,000-pound duck boat in the fastest time. 
  • HELP MAKE A DIFFERENCE: A $1,000 team donation (that's just $100 per person!) supports youth sports programs in Boston and helps fostering fitness, well-being, and new opportunities to explore a variety of sports.

How to Participate

REGISTER YOUR TEAM

Each team will consist of 10 members, with one appointed as the Team Captain. The Team Captain will be responsible for managing the team's registration process. 

REGISTER YOUR TEAM

BECOME A SPONSOR

Put your name on the duck! Sponsors must meet the deadline of March 21, 2025  for logo inclusion in event materials/signage.  For any questions. please contact Tiffany Clark at Tiffany.Clark@boston.gov or (617) 233-2305.

SPONSOR LEVELS

SUPPORT THE RECREATION DIVISION

Can't make it to the event?  You can still support the Recreation Division by making a donation now or any time of year.

DONATE

Contact

For more information, please contact Tiffany Clark, Recreation Resource Development Manager, at tiffany.clark@boston.gov or 617-233-2305. 

Thank You Event Sponsors

THANK YOU BOSTON DUCK TOURS

BOSTON DUCK TOURS

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244-284 A Street (Channelside) Open Space Workshop #2

Join Related Beal and the Boston Parks and Recreation Department for a virtual community workshop to review design updates for key areas/program elements within the two primary open spaces at 244-284 A Street (Channelside), including the amphitheater.

December 2, 2024
2024-12-02T18:00:00 - 2024-12-02T19:30:00

Interpretation and translation services are available to you at no cost. If you need them, please contact us at LCA@boston.gov or 617-936-9380, by 11/25/2024.

December 2, 2024
2024-12-02T18:00:00 - 2024-12-02T19:30:00
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Age Strong Commission - Medicare Open Enrollment

Each fall, Medicare holds its Open Enrollment period, when members can assess current healthcare plans and prescription medications.

November 22, 2024
  • 12:00am - 3:00pm
  • BCYF Nazzaro
    30 North Bennet Street
    Boston, MA 02113
  • Contact:
    Age Strong
  • send an email
  • 617-635-4366
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    North End
  • Event Type:
    Sports and health
  • Posted:
2024-11-22T00:00:00 - 2024-11-22T15:00:00

Age Strong's certified SHINE (serving the health insurance needs of everyone) counselors will host in-person Open Enrollment and benefits events across the City for Boston residents age 60 and older to make sure you're getting the best coverage for the least cost. 

It's recommended that every older adult assess plans each year, as medical needs change and prescription medication costs adjust. 

Age Strong advocates will be on-site to also help older adults find out if you're eligible for other cost-saving benefits, including fuel assistance and food resources. 

Please call Age Strong to sign up for your in-person appointment at 617-635-4366. If you can't attend one of the planned sessions in Boston neighborhoods, you can meet with Age Strong advocates at Boston City Hall.

November 22, 2024
  • 12:00am - 3:00pm
  • BCYF Nazzaro
    30 North Bennet Street
    Boston, MA 02113
  • Contact:
    Age Strong
  • send an email
  • 617-635-4366
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    North End
  • Event Type:
    Sports and health
  • Posted:
2024-11-22T00:00:00 - 2024-11-22T15:00:00
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