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2022 Childrens arts and crafts workshop: North End

Looking for a free, fun activity to enjoy with the kids? Join us this summer for one of our arts and crafts workshops hosted in various parks throughout the City of Boston, hosted by a local artist.

August 4, 2022
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Thursday, starting from August 4, 2022, until August 11, 2022
  • Langone Park
    529-543 Commercial Street
    North End , MA 02109
  • Contact:
    Shannon Murphy
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    North End
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2022-08-04T10:00:00 - 2022-08-11T12:00:00

Our arts and crafts workshops are led by local artists. They're held Tuesday through Friday in July and August and run from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. These drop-in workshops encourage kids to explore their creativity through projects like mask making, crayon art, watercolor and much more. Supplies are provided, but you'll need to bring your creativity! 

This series is completely free and open to Boston residents. These workshops will take place in various parks throughout the City of Boston.

Registration is encouraged so we know how many supplies to bring (pre-registration is required for groups of 8 or more). Please email Shannon.murphy2@boston.gov to register.

This series is also weather-dependent. Check our social media pages for updated weather info regarding this series. Follow us on social media for the latest updates on events: TwitterFacebook, and Instagram.

See all of our arts and crafts workshop dates

August 4, 2022
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Thursday, starting from August 4, 2022, until August 11, 2022
  • Langone Park
    529-543 Commercial Street
    North End , MA 02109
  • Contact:
    Shannon Murphy
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    North End
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2022-08-04T10:00:00 - 2022-08-11T12:00:00
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2022 Children's Arts and Crafts Workshops: Roxbury

Looking for a free, fun activity to enjoy with the kids? Join us this summer for one of our arts and crafts workshops hosted in various parks throughout the City of Boston, hosted by a local artist.

July 7, 2022
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Thursday, starting from July 7, 2022, until July 14, 2022
  • Howes Playground (Gertrude Howes Playground)
    68 Moreland Street
    Roxbury , MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Shannon Murphy
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2022-07-07T10:00:00 - 2022-07-07T12:00:00

Our arts and crafts workshops are led by local artists. They're held Tuesday through Friday in July and August and run from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. These drop-in workshops encourage kids to explore their creativity through projects like mask making, crayon art, watercolor and much more. Supplies are provided, but you'll need to bring your creativity! 

This series is completely free and open to Boston residents. These workshops will take place in various parks throughout the City of Boston.

Children's Arts and Crafts Workshops: Gertrude Howes Playground, Roxbury 

Thursday, July 7, 2022: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. 

Thursday, July 14, 2022: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Registration is encouraged so we know how many supplies to bring (pre-registration is required for groups of 8 or more). Please email Shannon.murphy2@boston.gov to register.

This series is also weather-dependent. Check our social media pages for updated weather info regarding this series. Follow us on social media for the latest updates on events: TwitterFacebook, and Instagram.

All arts and crafts workshop dates

July 7, 2022
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Thursday, starting from July 7, 2022, until July 14, 2022
  • Howes Playground (Gertrude Howes Playground)
    68 Moreland Street
    Roxbury , MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Shannon Murphy
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2022-07-07T10:00:00 - 2022-07-07T12:00:00
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Donna Summer Disco Party 2022

Get your groove on at our eighth annual summer disco party honoring five-time Grammy winner and Boston native, Donna Summer!

June 16, 2022
2022-06-16T18:00:00 - 2022-06-16T21:00:00

Boston-born disco legend Donna Summer was a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, a five-time Grammy winner, and sold over 140 million records worldwide. She was born in Dorchester and was raised in Mission Hill before rising to stardom in the 1970s. She passed away at the age of 62 years old on May 17, 2012. This annual event honors her life and celebrates her music and legacy in Boston.



Donna Summer Disco Party will feature:

  • music provided by DJ Vince 1
  • a special tribute performance by Mary Gaines Bernard, Donna Summer's sister and longtime backing vocalist, and
  • appearances by Donna Summer’s nephew, O’Mega Red, and other members of Donna Summer's family.
June 16, 2022
2022-06-16T18:00:00 - 2022-06-16T21:00:00
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Parks Summer Fitness: Zumba

Participate in free fitness classes offered by one of our certified instructors. Our classes are a partnership between the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and the Boston Public Health Commission. The series is sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts.

June 7, 2022
  • 6:30pm - 7:30pm
    Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from June 7, 2022, until September 27, 2022
  • Blackstone Square
    1535 Washington Street
    Boston, MA 02118
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
    South End
  • Posted:
2022-06-07T18:30:00 - 2022-06-07T19:30:00

We take the "work" out of workout, by mixing low-intensity and high-intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie-burning dance fitness party. Once the Latin and World rhythms take over, you'll see why Zumba Fitness classes are often called exercise in disguise. Super effective? Check. Super fun? Check and check. A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy, and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

Click the link below to sign up for the class on Eventbrite. This will allow you to add it to your calendar and receive updates, including if there are changes or cancellations due to weather.

Register for the class!

June 7, 2022
  • 6:30pm - 7:30pm
    Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from June 7, 2022, until September 27, 2022
  • Blackstone Square
    1535 Washington Street
    Boston, MA 02118
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
    South End
  • Posted:
2022-06-07T18:30:00 - 2022-06-07T19:30:00
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Parks Summer Fitness: Strength & Conditioning

Participate in FREE fitness classes offered by one of our certified instructors. Our classes are a partnership between the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and the Boston Public Health Commission. The series is sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts.

June 8, 2022
  • 9:00am - 10:00am
    Repeats weekly on Wednesday, starting from June 8, 2022, until September 28, 2022
  • Elliot Norton Park
    295 Tremont Street
    Boston, MA 02116
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Citywide
  • Posted:
2022-06-08T09:00:00 - 2022-07-08T10:00:00

This all-levels class is designed to increase physical strength and mobility through bodyweight exercises! The circuit style workouts will work all major muscle groups so you feel it from head to toe. All movements will have modifications to progress down or up depending on how you feel.

Click the link below to sign up for the class on Eventbrite, which will allow you to add it to your calendar and receive updates, if there are changes or cancellations due to weather, etc.

Register here!

June 8, 2022
  • 9:00am - 10:00am
    Repeats weekly on Wednesday, starting from June 8, 2022, until September 28, 2022
  • Elliot Norton Park
    295 Tremont Street
    Boston, MA 02116
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Citywide
  • Posted:
2022-06-08T09:00:00 - 2022-07-08T10:00:00
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Parks Fitness: Chair Yoga pop up class

Participate in FREE fitness classes offered by one of our certified instructors. Our classes are a partnership between the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and the Boston Public Health Commission. The series is sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts.

January 4, 2023
  • 9:00am - 10:00am
  • Veronica Smith Senior Smith
    20 Chestnut Hill Avenue
    Brighton, MA 02135
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Brighton
    Citywide
  • Posted:
2023-01-04T09:00:00 - 2023-01-04T10:00:00

Chair yoga is great for everyone but particularly for those who prefer to move with the support of a chair. In this class we will energize our bodies, cultivate resilience, explore spinal movements and build core strength and flexibility through accessible seated postures. First thing in the morning -- it's better than a cup of coffee!

Click the link below to sign up for the class on Eventbrite. This will allow you to add it to your calendar and receive updates if there are changes or cancellations due to weather.

Register for class here!

January 4, 2023
  • 9:00am - 10:00am
  • Veronica Smith Senior Smith
    20 Chestnut Hill Avenue
    Brighton, MA 02135
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Brighton
    Citywide
  • Posted:
2023-01-04T09:00:00 - 2023-01-04T10:00:00
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Parks Summer Fitness: Yoga

Participate in FREE fitness classes offered by one of our certified instructors. Our classes are a partnership between the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and the Boston Public Health Commission. The series is sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts.

June 6, 2022
  • 6:00pm - 7:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Monday, starting from June 6, 2022, until September 26, 2022
  • Adams Park
    4225 Washington Street
    Roslindale, MA 02131
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
    Roslindale
  • Posted:
2022-06-06T18:00:00 - 2022-06-06T19:00:00

This yoga class will bring you through postures to align, strengthen and promote flexibility in the body. This class, taught by Not Your Average Yoga teacher, will help you strengthen the body and the mind as you realize your spirit, impact, and self-worth. Classes will incorporate coping skills along with relaxation techniques.

Click the link below to sign up for the class on Eventbrite. This will allow you to add it to your calendar and receive updates if there are changes or cancellations due to weather.

Register for the event

June 6, 2022
  • 6:00pm - 7:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Monday, starting from June 6, 2022, until September 26, 2022
  • Adams Park
    4225 Washington Street
    Roslindale, MA 02131
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
    Roslindale
  • Posted:
2022-06-06T18:00:00 - 2022-06-06T19:00:00
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Parks Summer Fitness: Kick It class

Participate in FREE fitness classes offered by one of our certified instructors. Our classes are a partnership between the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and the Boston Public Health Commission. The series is sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts.

June 7, 2022
  • 6:00pm - 7:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from June 7, 2022, until September 27, 2022
  • Brighton Common
    30 Chestnut Hill Avenue
    Allston-Brighton, MA 02135
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Allston
    Brighton
    Citywide
  • Posted:
2022-06-07T18:00:00 - 2022-09-27T19:00:00

Kick It by Eliza is a 13 round fitness method that is music driven and kickboxing inspiring. This group fitness class is filled with high intensity intervals with kickboxing, boxing, rhythmic components, and a meditative cool down. All levels are welcome.

Click the link below to sign up for this class on Eventbrite, which will allow you to add it to your calendar and receive updates, if there are any changes or cancellations due to weather, etc.

Register here!

June 7, 2022
  • 6:00pm - 7:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from June 7, 2022, until September 27, 2022
  • Brighton Common
    30 Chestnut Hill Avenue
    Allston-Brighton, MA 02135
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Allston
    Brighton
    Citywide
  • Posted:
2022-06-07T18:00:00 - 2022-09-27T19:00:00
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Parks Summer Fitness: Gentle Yoga class

Participate in FREE fitness classes offered by one of our certified instructors. Our classes are a partnership between the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and the Boston Public Health Commission. The series is sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts.

June 10, 2022
  • 10:00am - 11:00am
    Repeats weekly on Friday, starting from June 10, 2022, until September 30, 2022
  • McLaughlin Playground
    239 Parker Hill Avenue
    Mission Hill,
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
    Jamaica Plain
    Mission Hill
  • Posted:
2022-06-10T10:00:00 - 2022-06-10T11:00:00

This class incorporates simple flowing sequences to warm up the body, as well as slower paced movements focusing on alignment, strength, balance, and flexibility. Designed for all levels, this class will provide a balanced combination of sustained poses with attention to basic alignment and therapeutic principles.

Click the link below to sign up for the class on Eventbrite. This will allow you to add it to your calendar and receive updates if there are changes or cancellations due to weather.

Register for the event

June 10, 2022
  • 10:00am - 11:00am
    Repeats weekly on Friday, starting from June 10, 2022, until September 30, 2022
  • McLaughlin Playground
    239 Parker Hill Avenue
    Mission Hill,
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
    Jamaica Plain
    Mission Hill
  • Posted:
2022-06-10T10:00:00 - 2022-06-10T11:00:00
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Parks Summer Fitness: Zumba Tone

Participate in FREE fitness classes offered by one of our certified instructors. Our classes are a partnership between the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and the Boston Public Health Commission. The series is sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts.

June 9, 2022
  • 6:00pm - 7:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Thursday, starting from June 9, 2022, until September 29, 2022
  • Billings Field (Behind the tennis courts)
    369 LaGrange Street
    West Roxbury, 02132
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
    West Roxbury
  • Posted:
2022-06-09T18:00:00 - 2022-06-09T19:00:00

This class combines body-sculpting exercises and high-energy cardio work infused with Zumba moves to create a calorie-torching, strength training fitness party. Participants learn how to use lightweight toning sticks to enhance rhythm and work their whole body.

Click the link below to sign up for the class on Eventbrite. This will allow you to add it to your calendar and receive updates if there are changes or cancellations due to weather.

Register for the event

June 9, 2022
  • 6:00pm - 7:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Thursday, starting from June 9, 2022, until September 29, 2022
  • Billings Field (Behind the tennis courts)
    369 LaGrange Street
    West Roxbury, 02132
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
    West Roxbury
  • Posted:
2022-06-09T18:00:00 - 2022-06-09T19:00:00
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