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Picnic In The Park

The Office of Fair Housing and Equity (FHE) is excited to be hosting a series of events we are calling "Picnics in the Park!"

April 26, 2022
2022-04-26T11:00:00 - 2022-04-26T13:00:00

We will provide a tailored fair housing training that will not only cover the history and laws protecting fair housing, but specifically discuss the rights of Boston's LGBTQIA+ community to have equitable access to housing. Afterwards, participants will take proactive steps by canvassing the local area with posters that we will display in local businesses and bulletins. Of course, light lunch will be served, because what is a picnic without some refreshments! We look forward to this informative and collaborative event.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Maggie Callaghan at maggie.callaghan@boston.gov or 617-635-2536.

April 26, 2022
2022-04-26T11:00:00 - 2022-04-26T13:00:00
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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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Neighborhood Coffee Hours - Mattapan

Mayor Michelle Wu and the Boston Parks and Recreation Department host the 2024 Neighborhood Coffee Hour Series in local parks citywide from April 22 to June 26.

May 1, 2024
  • 9:30am - 10:30am
  • Walker Playground
    550 Norfolk Street
    Mattapan, MA 02126
  • Contact:
    Parks
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Mattapan
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2024-05-01T09:30:00 - 2024-05-01T10:30:00

Mayor Wu’s Neighborhood Coffee Hours are a unique opportunity to speak directly with the Mayor and staff from City departments about open space and their neighborhoods. Dunkin’ will be on-site to fuel the local community with freshly brewed Iced Coffee and Donuts. Dunkin’ will brew up even more fun with gift card giveaways. Residents at each event will also be eligible to win a raffle prize from Dunkin’. In addition, each family in attendance will receive a free flowering plant provided by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department, while supplies last. Fresh fruit will be provided by Star Market. Additional support by City Express.

For more information and updates on possible weather cancellations, please contact the Boston Parks and Recreation Department at 617-635-4505, on our social channels @bostonparksdept on XFacebook, and Instagram, or by visiting the Parks Department website.

May 1, 2024
  • 9:30am - 10:30am
  • Walker Playground
    550 Norfolk Street
    Mattapan, MA 02126
  • Contact:
    Parks
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Mattapan
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2024-05-01T09:30:00 - 2024-05-01T10:30:00
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Neighborhood Coffee Hours - South Boston

Mayor Michelle Wu and the Boston Parks and Recreation Department host the 2024 Neighborhood Coffee Hour Series in local parks citywide from April 22 to June 26.

May 31, 2024
  • 9:30am - 10:30am
  • Medal of Honor Park
    E 3rd and M Street
    South Boston, 02127
  • Contact:
    Parks
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    South Boston
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2024-05-31T09:30:00 - 2024-05-31T10:30:00

Mayor Wu’s Neighborhood Coffee Hours are a unique opportunity to speak directly with the Mayor and staff from City departments about open space and their neighborhoods. Dunkin’ will be on-site to fuel the local community with freshly brewed Iced Coffee and Donuts. Dunkin’ will brew up even more fun with gift card giveaways. Residents at each event will also be eligible to win a raffle prize from Dunkin’. In addition, each family in attendance will receive a free flowering plant provided by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department, while supplies last. Fresh fruit will be provided by Star Market. Additional support by City Express.

For more information and updates on possible weather cancellations, please contact the Boston Parks and Recreation Department at 617-635-4505, on our social channels @bostonparksdept on XFacebook, and Instagram, or by visiting the Parks Department website.

May 31, 2024
  • 9:30am - 10:30am
  • Medal of Honor Park
    E 3rd and M Street
    South Boston, 02127
  • Contact:
    Parks
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    South Boston
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2024-05-31T09:30:00 - 2024-05-31T10:30:00
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Neighborhood Coffee Hours - Hyde Park *Rain Location*

Mayor Michelle Wu and the Boston Parks and Recreation Department host the 2024 Neighborhood Coffee Hour Series in local parks citywide from April 22 to June 26.

Please join us at our rain location: BCYF Hyde Park - 1179 RIVER STREET - BOSTON, MA 02136

June 6, 2024
  • 9:30am - 10:30am
  • RAIN LOCATOIN BCYF HYDE PARK
    1179 RIVER STREET
    Hyde Park, MA 02136
  • Contact:
    Parks
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Hyde Park
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2024-06-06T09:30:00 - 2024-06-06T10:30:00

Mayor Wu’s Neighborhood Coffee Hours are a unique opportunity to speak directly with the Mayor and staff from City departments about open space and their neighborhoods. Dunkin’ will be on-site to fuel the local community with freshly brewed Iced Coffee and Donuts. Dunkin’ will brew up even more fun with gift card giveaways. Residents at each event will also be eligible to win a raffle prize from Dunkin’. In addition, each family in attendance will receive a free flowering plant provided by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department, while supplies last. Fresh fruit will be provided by Star Market. Additional support by City Express.

For more information and updates on possible weather cancellations, please contact the Boston Parks and Recreation Department at 617-635-4505, on our social channels @bostonparksdept on XFacebook, and Instagram, or by visiting the Parks Department website.

June 6, 2024
  • 9:30am - 10:30am
  • RAIN LOCATOIN BCYF HYDE PARK
    1179 RIVER STREET
    Hyde Park, MA 02136
  • Contact:
    Parks
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Hyde Park
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2024-06-06T09:30:00 - 2024-06-06T10:30:00
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Neighborhood Coffee Hours - Dorchester (Park Opening)

Mayor Michelle Wu and the Boston Parks and Recreation Department host the 2024 Neighborhood Coffee Hour Series in local parks citywide from April 22 to June 26.

June 26, 2024
  • 9:30am - 10:30am
  • Mothers Rest at Four Corners
    410 Washington Street
    Dorchester, MA 02124
  • Contact:
    Parks
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2024-06-26T09:30:00 - 2024-06-26T10:30:00

Mayor Wu’s Neighborhood Coffee Hours are a unique opportunity to speak directly with the Mayor and staff from City departments about open space and their neighborhoods. Dunkin’ will be on-site to fuel the local community with freshly brewed Iced Coffee and Donuts. Dunkin’ will brew up even more fun with gift card giveaways. Residents at each event will also be eligible to win a raffle prize from Dunkin’. In addition, each family in attendance will receive a free flowering plant provided by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department, while supplies last. Fresh fruit will be provided by Star Market. Additional support by City Express.

For more information and updates on possible weather cancellations, please contact the Boston Parks and Recreation Department at 617-635-4505, on our social channels @bostonparksdept on XFacebook, and Instagram, or by visiting the Parks Department website.

June 26, 2024
  • 9:30am - 10:30am
  • Mothers Rest at Four Corners
    410 Washington Street
    Dorchester, MA 02124
  • Contact:
    Parks
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2024-06-26T09:30:00 - 2024-06-26T10:30:00
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Neighborhood Coffee Hours - North End

Mayor Michelle Wu and the Boston Parks and Recreation Department host the 2024 Neighborhood Coffee Hour Series in local parks citywide from April 22 to June 26.

June 11, 2024
  • 9:30am - 10:30am
  • Langone Puopolo Park
    529-543 Commercial Street
    North End, MA 02109
  • Contact:
    Parks Department
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    North End
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2024-06-11T09:30:00 - 2024-06-11T10:30:00

Mayor Wu’s Neighborhood Coffee Hours are a unique opportunity to speak directly with the Mayor and staff from City departments about open space and their neighborhoods. Dunkin’ will be on-site to fuel the local community with freshly brewed Iced Coffee and Donuts. Dunkin’ will brew up even more fun with gift card giveaways. Residents at each event will also be eligible to win a raffle prize from Dunkin’. In addition, each family in attendance will receive a free flowering plant provided by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department, while supplies last. Fresh fruit will be provided by Star Market. Additional support by City Express.

For more information and updates on possible weather cancellations, please contact the Boston Parks and Recreation Department at 617-635-4505, on our social channels @bostonparksdept on XFacebook, and Instagram, or by visiting the Parks Department website.

June 11, 2024
  • 9:30am - 10:30am
  • Langone Puopolo Park
    529-543 Commercial Street
    North End, MA 02109
  • Contact:
    Parks Department
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    North End
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2024-06-11T09:30:00 - 2024-06-11T10:30:00
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Neighborhood Coffee Hours - South End

Mayor Michelle Wu and the Boston Parks and Recreation Department host the 2024 Neighborhood Coffee Hour Series in local parks citywide from April 22 to June 26.

May 6, 2024
2024-05-06T09:30:00 - 2024-05-06T10:30:00

Mayor Wu’s Neighborhood Coffee Hours are a unique opportunity to speak directly with the Mayor and staff from City departments about open space and their neighborhoods. Dunkin’ will be on-site to fuel the local community with freshly brewed Iced Coffee and Donuts. Dunkin’ will brew up even more fun with gift card giveaways. Residents at each event will also be eligible to win a raffle prize from Dunkin’. In addition, each family in attendance will receive a free flowering plant provided by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department, while supplies last. Fresh fruit will be provided by Star Market. Additional support by City Express.

For more information and updates on possible weather cancellations, please contact the Boston Parks and Recreation Department at 617-635-4505, on our social channels @bostonparksdept on XFacebook, and Instagram, or by visiting the Parks Department website.

May 6, 2024
2024-05-06T09:30:00 - 2024-05-06T10:30:00
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Neighborhood Coffee Hours - Dorchester

Mayor Michelle Wu and the Boston Parks and Recreation Department host the 2024 Neighborhood Coffee Hour Series in local parks citywide from April 22 to June 26.

May 23, 2024
  • 9:30am - 10:30am
  • McConnell Park
    30 Denny Street
    Dorchester, MA 02125
  • Contact:
    Parks Department
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2024-05-23T09:30:00 - 2024-05-23T10:30:00

Mayor Wu’s Neighborhood Coffee Hours are a unique opportunity to speak directly with the Mayor and staff from City departments about open space and their neighborhoods. Dunkin’ will be on-site to fuel the local community with freshly brewed Iced Coffee and Donuts. Dunkin’ will brew up even more fun with gift card giveaways. Residents at each event will also be eligible to win a raffle prize from Dunkin’. In addition, each family in attendance will receive a free flowering plant provided by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department, while supplies last. Fresh fruit will be provided by Star Market. Additional support by City Express.

For more information and updates on possible weather cancellations, please contact the Boston Parks and Recreation Department at 617-635-4505, on our social channels @bostonparksdept on XFacebook, and Instagram, or by visiting the Parks Department website.

May 23, 2024
  • 9:30am - 10:30am
  • McConnell Park
    30 Denny Street
    Dorchester, MA 02125
  • Contact:
    Parks Department
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2024-05-23T09:30:00 - 2024-05-23T10:30:00
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Neighborhood Coffee Hours - Back Bay / Beacon Hill

Mayor Michelle Wu and the Boston Parks and Recreation Department host the 2024 Neighborhood Coffee Hour Series in local parks citywide from April 22 to June 26.

June 18, 2024
  • 9:30am - 10:30am
  • Commonwealth Avenue Mall (Arlington Street Section)
    15P Commonwealth Avenue Mall
    Back Bay, MA 02116
  • Contact:
    Parks Department
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Back Bay
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2024-06-18T09:30:00 - 2024-06-18T10:30:00

Mayor Wu’s Neighborhood Coffee Hours are a unique opportunity to speak directly with the Mayor and staff from City departments about open space and their neighborhoods. Dunkin’ will be on-site to fuel the local community with freshly brewed Iced Coffee and Donuts. Dunkin’ will brew up even more fun with gift card giveaways. Residents at each event will also be eligible to win a raffle prize from Dunkin’. In addition, each family in attendance will receive a free flowering plant provided by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department, while supplies last. Fresh fruit will be provided by Star Market. Additional support by City Express.

For more information and updates on possible weather cancellations, please contact the Boston Parks and Recreation Department at 617-635-4505, on our social channels @bostonparksdept on XFacebook, and Instagram, or by visiting the Parks Department website.

June 18, 2024
  • 9:30am - 10:30am
  • Commonwealth Avenue Mall (Arlington Street Section)
    15P Commonwealth Avenue Mall
    Back Bay, MA 02116
  • Contact:
    Parks Department
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Back Bay
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2024-06-18T09:30:00 - 2024-06-18T10:30:00
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