​Open Streets Boston events help people experience streets as public spaces where communities thrive. City streets transform into vibrant, pedestrian-friendly boulevards where people can dream, play, and explore.

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Please note:

• Blue Hill Avenue will be closed to vehicular traffic from West Cottage Street to Warren Street between the hours of 6 a.m. - 6 p.m. 
• Starting at 6 a.m, parking will be prohibited on both sides of Blue Hill Avenue from Alaska Street to Warren Street, and on the northeast (even) side of Warren Street from Blue Hill Ave to Sunderland Street.

One resident describes the Kite and Bike Festival as, “My favorite day ever in the twenty years I’ve lived in Boston!”

Picture endless blue skies dotted with colorful kites, children and families running and laughing across bright green fields — this event is not to be missed!

This event is hosted by the Franklin Park Coalition. 

Join us for food, drinks, and civic engagement opportunities at our first ever program reunion celebration! Thursday, June 29, will serve as a rain date if needed.

To receive an official invitation and receive the event address, please fill out our Alumni Intake Survey or reach out directly. 

Come join Shari for a dance sweat session that will keep you moving to the latest Afrobeat hits. All levels welcome. Bring a mat and a towel at your discretion.

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

Register for class