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Grand opening of Upham's Corner market

Join us for fun, new, and free programming! This event kicks off a weekly farmer's market at Upham's Corner.

August 8, 2018
  • 3:00pm
  • 559 Columbia Road
    Dorchester, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Natalia Urtubey
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Family friendly
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-08-08T15:00:00
The grand opening features:

Learn more about Imagine Boston

August 8, 2018
  • 3:00pm
  • 559 Columbia Road
    Dorchester, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Natalia Urtubey
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Family friendly
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-08-08T15:00:00

Invisible: Imprints of Racism

The Stable Ground Project will host a Block Party on Palmer Street, Dudley Square on Saturday, July 21st from 2:30 PM - 6:00 PM. 

July 21, 2018
Event Date2018-07-21T14:30:00 - 2018-07-21T18:00:00

The Block Party will feature a performance of Invisible: Imprints of Racism by Anna Meyer & Dancers / beheard.world in conjunction with Tread Stream and Dudley Square's Inner Sanctum. The City of Boston's Office of Housing Stability will be on hand to inform residents about their programs and services.

The event is free and open to the public, with the following scheduled activities:

2:30 PM     Community Speakers
3:00 PM     Inner City Sanctuary for the Arts
3:30 PM     Open Mic
4:30 PM     Barbeque Cook Out
5:00 PM     Performance: Invisible: Imprints of Racism

Stable Ground is an effort to address the complex relationship among chronic housing insecurity, its psychologically traumatic impact, and municipal housing policy through participatory community-based art and culture programming that is structured to inform the work of the City of Boston's Office of Housing Stability. Stable Ground is funded by a generous grant from The Kresge Foundation. 

July 21, 2018
Event Date2018-07-21T14:30:00 - 2018-07-21T18:00:00

Rosalita’s Puppets Marionette Performances at Parks: Charlestown

Boston’s parks come alive with these whimsical puppet shows that will delight the child in everyone.

August 9, 2024
Event Date2024-08-09T11:00:00

Experience the unique charm of Rosalita’s Puppets featuring marionettes made by professional actor-puppeteer Charlotte Anne Dore. Performances start at 11 a.m.

The event is free, but young children must be accompanied by an adult.  Groups of six or more must make prior arrangements by calling the Parks Department at 617-635-4505.

The puppet performances are part of our Children's Arts and Crafts Workshops taking place on the same day from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. The event is presented by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and sponsored by Holly and David Bruce.

Rosalita’s Puppets Performances at Park

MORE PARKARTS INFORMATION

August 9, 2024
Event Date2024-08-09T11:00:00

2024 Rosalita’s Marionette Puppets: Mattapan

Boston’s parks come alive with these whimsical puppet shows that will delight the child in everyone.

July 11, 2024
Event Date2024-07-11T11:00:00

Experience the unique charm of Rosalita’s Puppets featuring marionettes made by professional actor-puppeteer Charlotte Anne Dore. Performances start at 11 a.m.

The event is free, but young children must be accompanied by an adult. 

The puppet performances are part of our Children's Arts and Crafts Workshops taking place on the same day from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. The event is presented by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and sponsored by Holly and David Bruce.

MORE PARKARTS INFORMATION

July 11, 2024
Event Date2024-07-11T11:00:00

Canceled:
New England Aquarium at Boston Parks: Charlestown

Reason for cancellation: Rained out!
July 18, 2019
Event Date2019-07-18T10:00:00 - 2019-07-18T12:00:00

Participation is free, but young children must be accompanied by an adult.  Groups of six or more must make prior arrangements by calling the Parks Department at 617-635-4505.

This event is part of our Children's Artist in Residence Workshop taking place on the same day from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Image for new england aquarium at boston parks

July 18, 2019
Event Date2019-07-18T10:00:00 - 2019-07-18T12:00:00

2024 Rosalita’s Marionette Puppets: South End

Boston’s parks come alive with these whimsical puppet shows that will delight the child in everyone.

August 8, 2024
Event Date2024-08-08T11:00:00

Experience the unique charm of Rosalita’s Puppets featuring marionettes made by professional actor-puppeteer Charlotte Anne Dore. Performances start at 11 a.m.

The event is free, but young children must be accompanied by an adult. 

The puppet performances are part of our Children's Arts and Crafts Workshop taking place on the same day from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. The event is presented by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and sponsored by Highland Partners Charitable Trust.

More ParkARTS information

August 8, 2024
Event Date2024-08-08T11:00:00

2024 Rosalita’s Marionette Puppets: Jamaica Plain

Boston’s parks come alive with these whimsical puppet shows that will delight the child in everyone.

July 19, 2024
Event Date2024-07-19T11:00:00

Experience the unique charm of Rosalita’s Puppets featuring marionettes made by professional actor-puppeteer Charlotte Anne Dore. Performances start at 11 a.m.

The event is free, but young children must be accompanied by an adult. 

The puppet performances are part of our Children's Arts and Crafts Workshops taking place on the same day from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. The event is presented by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and sponsored by Highland Partners Charitable Trust.

More ParkARTS information

July 19, 2024
Event Date2024-07-19T11:00:00

Rosalita’s Puppets Marionette Performances at Parks: Brighton

Boston’s parks come alive with these whimsical puppet shows that will delight the child in everyone.

July 12, 2024
Event Date2024-07-12T11:00:00

Experience the unique charm of Rosalita’s Puppets featuring marionettes made by professional actor-puppeteer Charlotte Anne Dore. Performances start at 11 a.m.

The event is free, but young children must be accompanied by an adult.  Groups of six or more must make prior arrangements by calling the Parks Department at 617-635-4505.

The puppet performances are part of our Children's Arts and Crafts Workshops taking place on the same day from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. The event is presented by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and sponsored by Highland Partners Charitable Trust.

Rosalita’s Puppets Performances at Park

More ParkARTS information

July 12, 2024
Event Date2024-07-12T11:00:00

July 4 Heat Emergency pool openings

Due to the ongoing high temperatures in Boston, Mayor Walsh is opening eight BCYF locations for Boston residents to swim on Wednesday, July 4, 2018.

July 4, 2018
  • 9:00am
  • Various
    Boston, MA 02120
  • Contact:
    Boston Centers for Youth & Families
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
    Other
    Outdoor
    Social good
    Sports and health
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-07-04T09:00:00

The BCYF beach and pools open on Wednesday, July 4, 2018, include:

If you're looking for more information, we have tips for helping you stay cool in the City:

Keeping cool in the heat

July 4, 2018
  • 9:00am
  • Various
    Boston, MA 02120
  • Contact:
    Boston Centers for Youth & Families
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
    Other
    Outdoor
    Social good
    Sports and health
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-07-04T09:00:00

Friday Afternoon Concert Series, featuring Bengerstobal String Trio

This free concert series returns to Sam Adams Park this summer, showcasing the best of Boston's local talent.

July 27, 2018
  • 12:00pm - 2:00pm
  • by Faneuil Hall
    1163 Congress Street
    Boston, MA 02109
  • Contact:
    Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment
  • send an email
  • 617-635-3911
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
    Music
    Outdoor
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-07-27T12:00:00 - 2018-07-27T14:00:00

Every Friday in July and August, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m., an artist or band sets up in front of the statue of Sam Adams on the Congress Street side of Faneuil Hall. This free concert series is a partnership between Berklee College of Music and the City of Boston, with Berklee students performing on the last three Fridays in July.

Bring your lunch and a friend or two and enjoy some great music and sunshine. It's completely free!

Image for bengisu

For the fourth concert, enjoy a performance by Bengerstobal String Trio. The Bengerstobal String Trio, which plays world music, is composed of Bengisu Gokce on violin and vocals, Gerson Eguiguren on viola and vocals, and Cristobal Cruz Garcia on cello and vocals.

July 27, 2018
  • 12:00pm - 2:00pm
  • by Faneuil Hall
    1163 Congress Street
    Boston, MA 02109
  • Contact:
    Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment
  • send an email
  • 617-635-3911
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
    Music
    Outdoor
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-07-27T12:00:00 - 2018-07-27T14:00:00
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