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Boston After Dark at East Boston YMCA

Free teen events from 6 - 9 p.m. every Friday night - all summer long! 

August 16, 2024
  • 6:00pm - 9:00pm
  • 215 Bremen Street
    Boston, MA 02128
  • Contact:
    Office of Youth Engagement and Advancement
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    East Boston
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2024-08-16T18:00:16 - 2024-08-16T21:00:00

OYEA

August 16, 2024
  • 6:00pm - 9:00pm
  • 215 Bremen Street
    Boston, MA 02128
  • Contact:
    Office of Youth Engagement and Advancement
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    East Boston
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2024-08-16T18:00:16 - 2024-08-16T21:00:00
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Boston After Dark at Menino YMCA

Free teen events from 6 - 9 p.m. every Friday night - all summer long! 

August 9, 2024
  • 6:00pm - 9:00pm
  • 1137 River St
    Boston, MA 02136
  • Contact:
    Office of Youth Engagement and Advancement
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Hyde Park
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2024-08-09T18:00:17 - 2024-08-09T21:00:00

OYEA

August 9, 2024
  • 6:00pm - 9:00pm
  • 1137 River St
    Boston, MA 02136
  • Contact:
    Office of Youth Engagement and Advancement
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Hyde Park
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2024-08-09T18:00:17 - 2024-08-09T21:00:00
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Boston After Dark at Dorchester YMCA

Free teen events from 6 - 9 p.m. every Friday night - all summer long! 

July 26, 2024
  • 6:00pm - 9:00pm
  • 776 Washington St
    Boston, MA 02124
  • Contact:
    Office of Youth Engagement and Advancement
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2024-07-26T18:00:47 - 2024-07-26T21:00:00

OYEA

July 26, 2024
  • 6:00pm - 9:00pm
  • 776 Washington St
    Boston, MA 02124
  • Contact:
    Office of Youth Engagement and Advancement
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2024-07-26T18:00:47 - 2024-07-26T21:00:00
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Boston After Dark at Huntington Ave YMCA

Free teen events from 6 - 9 p.m. every Friday night - all summer long! 

July 19, 2024
  • 6:00pm - 9:00pm
  • 316 Huntington Ave
    Boston, MA 02115
  • Contact:
    Office of Youth Engagement and Advancement
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Fenway/Kenmore
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2024-07-19T18:00:10 - 2024-07-19T21:00:00

OYEA

July 19, 2024
  • 6:00pm - 9:00pm
  • 316 Huntington Ave
    Boston, MA 02115
  • Contact:
    Office of Youth Engagement and Advancement
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Fenway/Kenmore
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2024-07-19T18:00:10 - 2024-07-19T21:00:00
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Independence Day Celebration

Let's come together to honor our nation's freedom with unity, joy, and patriotic spirit.

July 4, 2024
2024-07-04T09:00:00 - 2024-07-04T11:00:00

Mayor Michelle Wu and the Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment Department are excited to invite you to join us for this year's Independence Day Celebration! The celebration will start at 9 a.m. on City Hall Plaza, followed by the Independence Day Parade. This event is free and open to the public, so bring your family and friends and join us in celebrating our nation's independence.

Independence Day celebration

July 4, 2024
2024-07-04T09:00:00 - 2024-07-04T11:00:00
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Roslindale Wetlands Urban Wild Summer Serve and Learn

Join the Roslindale Wetlands Taskforce and the Urban Wilds Program in this summer's Serve and Learn event!

July 13, 2024
2024-07-13T08:00:00 - 2024-07-13T11:00:00

A Serve and Learn event is a special chance for community members to learn about wildlife, plants, and how we can care for our natural world. Not only can people "learn" through these events, but they can also put their newfound knowledge to work during the "serve" portion.

During the "learn" portion, we will focus on plant health care with an emphasis on environmental pressures including pest damage, storm damage, and weeds that may compete for nutrients.

During the "serve" portion, we will implement best plant health care practices. Our tasks may include weeding, watering, adding mulch, and pruning off any branches damaged by storm events.

No experience necessary! Urban Wilds staff will provide tools and instruction, but we recommend you bring water, bug spray, and sunscreen.

 Register

Rain Date:  Sunday July 14, 8 - 11 a.m.

July 13, 2024
2024-07-13T08:00:00 - 2024-07-13T11:00:00
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Youth Day

Part of the Community Canvas Series presented by the Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion bringing community events to Nubian Square this July, August, and September.

July 13, 2024
2024-07-13T12:00:00 - 2024-07-13T16:00:00

Youth Day will showcase performances by young talents, feature food from various food vendors, and include an entertaining performance. 


DÍA DE LA JUVENTUD

Parte de la Serie Lienzo Comunitario presentada por la Oficina de Inclusión y Oportunidades Económicas, que traerá eventos comunitarios a Nubian Square en julio, agosto y septiembre.

El Día de la Juventud contará con actuaciones de jóvenes talentosos, comida de varios vendedores y una actuación entretenida.


JOUNEN JÈN

Yon pati nan Seri Twal Kominotè prezante pa Biwo Opòtinite Ekonomik ak Enklizyon, pote evènman kominotè yo nan Nubian Square sa a Jiyè, Out, ak Septanm.

Jounen Jèn yo montre pèfòmans jèn talan, ansanm ak machann manje ak yon pèfòmans amizan.

July 13, 2024
2024-07-13T12:00:00 - 2024-07-13T16:00:00
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5 Days of Chess

"5 Days of Chess" is a free all ages series featuring workshops by Boston based chess masters and a free unrated chess tournament that is open to the public.

July 7, 2024
2024-07-07T14:00:00 - 2024-07-07T15:30:00
5 Days of Chess

This summer 2024 we shall be involved with '5 Days of Chess (5DC)' events in downtown Boston. '5DC' is a series of chess events consisting of four FREE chess workshops followed by a FREE chess tournament. All events at the Civic Pavilion Hall, City Hall Plaza, Boston and are supported in part by a grant from the Mayor's Office of Arts and Culture.

​Presenters

A US Chess Federation titled player will guide participants at each workshop covering elements of the opening, the middle game and endgame. This year our presenters include GM Leonid Kritz, WGM Nadya Kosintseva and NM Ryan Young.

​Target Audience

5DC workshops are suitable for players who have mastered the basics of chess and are now seeking to get to intermediate level. Suitable for those with ratings between 800 and 1,400. Adults and juniors ages 10 and up. The tournament is open to everyone regardless of their rating.

Location

The Civic Pavilion at Boston City Hall Plaza, Downtown Boston. The closest T stop is Haymarket (Orange Line). You can also get off the T at Government Center (Green Line) and follow the signs to the Civic Pavilion. The Civic Pavilion is directly opposite Boston Public Market.

Workshop Details, Dates and Times

Each workshop starts on a Sunday at 2 p.m. and lasts 1 to 1.5 hours followed by casual chess until 5 p.m. 

July 7:    Developing a Plan (WGM Nadya Kosintseva)

July 14:  Checkmating Patterns (NM Ryan Young)

July 28:  Opening Principles (GM Leonid Kritz)

Aug 4:    How to Improve Your Chess (NM Ryan Young)

Tournament (Sunday, August 11, 1:30 p.m.) 

You've brushed up some chess theory through the workshops and practiced with casual chess after each workshop. Now is time to test those new founded skills. The final day of the 5DC series is a tournament, open to everyone, regardless of level. Registration for the tournament will open on August 1, 2024. We will send an email reminder to those who registered and attended the workshops. Note that the tournament capacity is approximately 80-100 people. 

Important Notes

All events take place in a location open to the public. Keep your belongings with you at all times. Juniors require parental supervision. There will be photography at the event and photos may be used in social media and by the press.

Registration for Workshops

Please register in advance for the workshops to help us to understand the number of attendees and chess level. Workshop capacity is approximately 50-60 people. Click on the button below to register for workshops.

"5 Days of Chess" flier

July 7, 2024
2024-07-07T14:00:00 - 2024-07-07T15:30:00
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Open Newbury 2024

Every Sunday from June 30 - September 1, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

July 21, 2024
  • 10:00am - 8:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Sunday, starting from June 30, 2024, 10 times
  • Newbury Street
    Boston, MA
  • Contact:
    Open Newbury
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Back Bay
  • Posted:
2024-07-21T10:00:00 - 2024-07-21T20:00:00

 We’re so excited about the upcoming season, and hope that you’ll join us on the street to shop, play, and connect this Summer. 

July 21, 2024
  • 10:00am - 8:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Sunday, starting from June 30, 2024, 10 times
  • Newbury Street
    Boston, MA
  • Contact:
    Open Newbury
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Back Bay
  • Posted:
2024-07-21T10:00:00 - 2024-07-21T20:00:00
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Blue Hill Ave RollOut: End of School Skate Party

Get ready to kick off summer at the Blue Hill Ave RollOut: End of School Skate Party! Join Consult LeLa, the City of Boston, and MBTA for a fun-filled evening of skating, music, and good vibes. 

June 28, 2024
  • 6:00pm - 10:00pm
  • Chez Vous Roller Skating Rink
    11 Rhoades Street
    Boston, MA 02124
  • Contact:
    Maya Mudgal
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
    Mattapan
    Roxbury
  • Posted:
2024-06-28T18:00:00 - 2024-06-28T22:00:00

Consult LeLa is excited to host young residents at Chez Vous to share information about the Blue Hill Avenue Transportation Action Plan, gather feedback, and bring people together for a fun night out. Visit the Eventbrite page for more information and RSVP. 

June 28, 2024
  • 6:00pm - 10:00pm
  • Chez Vous Roller Skating Rink
    11 Rhoades Street
    Boston, MA 02124
  • Contact:
    Maya Mudgal
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
    Mattapan
    Roxbury
  • Posted:
2024-06-28T18:00:00 - 2024-06-28T22:00:00
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