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Gentle Pilates

Join the Age Strong Commission and Spontaneous Celebrations for Gentle Pilates!

December 18, 2025
  • 12:15pm - 1:15pm
    Repeats weekly on Thursday, starting from September 25, 2025, until December 18, 2025
  • 45 Danforth St
    Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Bob Lincsott
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-12-18T12:15:00 - 2025-12-18T13:15:00

Gentle Pilates for Core and Mobility: A core-strengthening and mobility-focused class using modified Pilates exercises to improve posture, stability, and joint health. Designed to be gentle and accessible for older adults. Incorporates: Seated and standing core engagement exercises, leg and hip mobility movements, and light balance work, using breath to guide movements.

Click here to sign up for the class and mailing list

December 18, 2025
  • 12:15pm - 1:15pm
    Repeats weekly on Thursday, starting from September 25, 2025, until December 18, 2025
  • 45 Danforth St
    Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Bob Lincsott
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-12-18T12:15:00 - 2025-12-18T13:15:00

Senior Sound Bath

Join the Age Strong Commission and Spontaneous Celebrations for Senior Sound Bath!

December 18, 2025
  • 10:00am - 11:00am
    Repeats weekly on Thursday, starting from September 25, 2025, until December 18, 2025
  • 45 Danforth St
    Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Bob Linscott
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-12-18T10:00:00 - 2025-12-18T11:00:00

This is an opportunity to come, unwind, unplug from the stressors of your day and just lie down (or be seated) and let the sounds of the crystal singing bowls transport you to a place of calm and tranquility. Participants are encouraged to bring a blanket or yoga mat and an eye mask. No movement or meditation experience needed for this.

Click here to sign up for the class and mailing list

December 18, 2025
  • 10:00am - 11:00am
    Repeats weekly on Thursday, starting from September 25, 2025, until December 18, 2025
  • 45 Danforth St
    Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Bob Linscott
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-12-18T10:00:00 - 2025-12-18T11:00:00

Chair Yoga

Join the Age Strong Commission and Spontaneous Celebrations for Chair Yoga!

December 16, 2025
  • 11:15am - 12:15pm
    Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from September 30, 2025, until December 23, 2025
  • 45 Danforth St
    Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Bob Linscott
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-12-16T11:15:00 - 2025-12-16T12:15:00

Chair Yoga and Rhythmic Flow: A seated yoga class that integrates gentle stretching, breathwork, and rhythmic movements set to soothing or familiar music. This class is great for seniors with limited mobility.

Incorporates: Seated sun salutations, gentle spinal twists, breath-coordinated arm movements, and ankle/knee mobility exercises, finishing with a relaxing body scan.

Click here to sign up for the class and mailing list

December 16, 2025
  • 11:15am - 12:15pm
    Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from September 30, 2025, until December 23, 2025
  • 45 Danforth St
    Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Bob Linscott
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-12-16T11:15:00 - 2025-12-16T12:15:00

Finding Peace

Join the Age Strong Commission and Spontaneous Celebrations for Finding Peace in a Frantic World!

December 16, 2025
  • 10:00am - 11:00am
    Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from September 23, 2025, until December 23, 2025
  • 45 Danforth St
    Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Bob Linscott
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-12-16T10:00:00 - 2025-12-16T11:00:00

Finding Peace in a Frantic World: an 8-week introductory course developed by the Oxford Mindfulness Centre and based on the best selling book, Mindfulness: A Practical Guide to Finding Peace in a Frantic World by Mark Williams and Danny Penman. The  practical and accessible course is designed for beginners or older adults with busy lives and limited time. Through guided mindfulness practices, group discussion and guided audio recordings to practice at home for 10 minutes a day, you will learn the essential principles of mindfulness and techniques to build a mindfulness practice.

Click here to sign up for the class and mailing list

December 16, 2025
  • 10:00am - 11:00am
    Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from September 23, 2025, until December 23, 2025
  • 45 Danforth St
    Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Bob Linscott
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-12-16T10:00:00 - 2025-12-16T11:00:00

Morning Stretch

Join the Age Strong Commission and Spontaneous Celebrations for Morning Stretching!

December 16, 2025
  • 9:00am - 10:00am
    Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from September 23, 2025, until December 23, 2025
  • 45 Danforth Street
    Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Bob Linscott
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-12-16T09:00:00 - 2025-12-16T10:00:00

Morning Movement and Stretching is a class designed to teach seniors basic stretching routines they can do at home to keep their bodies flexible and healthy.

Click here to sign up for the class and mailing list

December 16, 2025
  • 9:00am - 10:00am
    Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from September 23, 2025, until December 23, 2025
  • 45 Danforth Street
    Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Bob Linscott
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-12-16T09:00:00 - 2025-12-16T10:00:00

Forever Young Drop-in Program

Join the Forever Young Program this Fall, where older adults are invited to enjoy a season full of fun and fitness!

September 5, 2025
  • 11:00am - 1:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Friday, starting from September 5, 2025, until October 24, 2025
  • Langone Park
    529-543 Commercial Street
    North End, MA
  • Contact:
    Damien Margardo
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    North End
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-09-05T11:00:00 - 2025-09-05T13:00:00

Come out and connect with others while staying active with Bocce and Archery — all in the fresh fall air! Whether you're a seasoned player or just trying something new, there's a spot for you. Bring a friend, make new ones, and celebrate the joy of staying young at heart!

Don’t miss it — the fun starts this fall!

September 5, 2025
  • 11:00am - 1:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Friday, starting from September 5, 2025, until October 24, 2025
  • Langone Park
    529-543 Commercial Street
    North End, MA
  • Contact:
    Damien Margardo
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    North End
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-09-05T11:00:00 - 2025-09-05T13:00:00

Canceled:
Bike Town Pop-Up At City Hall Plaza

Reason for cancellation: Cancelling due to rain. Join us at our next event on Monday, August 25!
August 20, 2025
Event Date2025-08-20T13:30:00 - 2025-08-20T16:30:00

Located on the terrace above the playground at City Hall Plaza (pending City of Boston license approval), this two-hour drop-in event is for families and children under 12 who want to learn to ride and practice their riding skills. A variety of different sized bikes and helmets will be provided, and staff will be present to lead on-bike games and teach bike riding skills and safe riding tips and techniques.

Young children riding bikes in the new City Hall Plaza bike town.
Young children riding bikes in the new City Hall Plaza bike town.

Plan your visit

Individuals and familiesno registration is required. We will have waivers available at the site. 

Groups and schools: please email us so that we know to expect your group! Hand out waivers to students ahead of time so they can participate. Everyone that takes part in our program must have a signed waiver to ride bikes. Teachers / group leaders are responsible for collecting bringing signed waivers to the event. 

August 20, 2025
Event Date2025-08-20T13:30:00 - 2025-08-20T16:30:00

Fan Fest and Greek Stroll Off

A community celebration featuring great food, local vendors, and entertainment for all ages.

August 30, 2025
Event Date2025-08-30T13:00:00 - 2025-08-30T16:00:00

For the Culture Week Logo

Get ready for Fan Fest, an afternoon of flavor, fun, and friendly competition at Harvard Stadium. Explore food trucks serving up local favorites, shop from Black-owned businesses, and enjoy activities for all ages. The excitement peaks with a spectacular Greek Stroll Off, organized by the Greater Boston National Pan-Hellenic Council, where step teams representing the Divine Nine will bring their best moves for a chance to win $5,000.

This free, public event takes place on Saturday, August 30, 2025 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. — don’t miss your chance to be part of the action.

August 30, 2025
Event Date2025-08-30T13:00:00 - 2025-08-30T16:00:00

City Hall Pep Rally

Kick off For the Culture Week with an afternoon of music, school spirit, and community celebration.

August 29, 2025
  • 4:00pm - 5:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    OFFICE OF TOURISM, SPORTS, AND ENTERTAINMENT
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-08-29T16:00:00 - 2025-08-29T17:00:00

For the Culture Week Logo

Feel the energy as Johnson C. Smith University, Morehouse College, and the City of Boston Marching Band come together to spark school pride ahead of the HBCU Classic at Harvard Stadium. Expect lively performances, big sound, and a crowd full of spirit.

Join us on August 29 from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at City Hall Plaza — this free event is open to everyone who wants to celebrate.

August 29, 2025
  • 4:00pm - 5:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    OFFICE OF TOURISM, SPORTS, AND ENTERTAINMENT
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-08-29T16:00:00 - 2025-08-29T17:00:00

WorthWealthCon

Join Us at WorthWealthCon: Invest In and For You & Yours

August 29, 2025
Event Date2025-08-29T09:00:00 - 2025-08-29T15:30:00

Spend Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. with nationally recognized sports figures, business leaders, investors, and community members at the Reggie Lewis Track and Athletic Center for an inspiring and action-packed event on building and growing wealth.

From personal finance tips to investment insights, you’ll hear real stories and proven strategies from leaders and legends who’ve done it themselves. This isn’t just about learning — it’s about walking away with opportunities, whether that’s a scholarship, funding for a startup, a personalized financial coach, or even a new job.

This event is free and open to the public — don’t miss your chance to take control of your financial future and open new doors for yourself and your community.

August 29, 2025
Event Date2025-08-29T09:00:00 - 2025-08-29T15:30:00
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