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Heat Emergency in Boston
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Mayor Wu announced a heat emergency in the City of Boston through Wednesday, July 17. Cooling centers will be open at 14 BCYF community centers Monday through Wednesday, from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Free Archery Classes for Adults and Teens in Boston

The Boston Parks and Recreation Department, in partnership with the Boston Centers for Youth & Families, is offering free lessons for those looking to learn the sport of archery.

You can see a recap of the available events below:

Archery for Beginners: Teens

Tuesdays, 3:00 - 4:30 p.m., starting September 12

BCYF Pino Center, 86 Boardman Street, East Boston

Archery for Beginners: 45+

Tuesdays, 12:30 - 2:00 p.m., starting October 3

BCYF Curley Center, 663 Columbia Road, South Boston

Archery for Beginners: 55+

Wednesdays, 12:00 - 1:30 p.m., starting October 11

BCYF Nazzaro Center, 30 N. Bennet Street, North End

Archery for Beginners: 55+

Mondays 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. starting October 16

BCYF Roche Center, 1716 Centre St, West Roxbury

How to Join

For more information or to secure your spot, contact the Recreation Department at charles.conners@boston.gov or damien.margardo@boston.gov. Or, contact the Centers directly: karen.regan@boston.gov (Curley Center), laurie.delia@boston.gov (Nazzaro Center), lauren.logan@Boston.gov (Pino Center), and jenny.smiley@boston.gov (Roche Center).

These classes are designed to suit all ability levels. Don't miss this opportunity to stay active, de-stress, and connect with others in your community. 

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