Enjoy cooking demonstrations by Haley House Chefs, nutritious food from local vendors, and participate in wellness presentations, writing workshops, and a yoga class. 

Día de la Sanación y el Bienestar

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.

Disfrute de las exhibiciones de cocina de Haley House Chefs, de la comida nutritiva de los vendedores locales y participe en presentaciones sobre bienestar, talleres de redacción y una clase de yoga. 

Jounen Gerizon ak Byennèt

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.

Pwofite demonstrasyon kwit manje pa Chèf Haley House, manje nitritif ki soti nan men founisè lokal yo, epi patisipe nan prezantasyon byennèt, atelye travay sou ekriti ak yon klas yoga. 

Savor mouthwatering free tastings of Jamaican cuisine from Chef Demos by Haley House Chefs, and enjoy jewelry making, story telling, and live band!

Jah Night: Marcus Garvey Birthday Celebration

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.

Saboree las deliciosas degustaciones gratuitas de cocina de Jamaica a cargo de Chef Demos de Haley House Chefs, y disfrute de la elaboración de joyas, los narradores de cuentos y la banda en vivo.

Nwit Jah: Selebrasyon Anivèsè Marcus Garvey

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.

Goute manje koupe dwèt gratis nan kwizin Jamayiken soti nan Chef Demos pa Haley House, epi pwofite fè bijou, rakonte istwa, ak gwoup an dirèk!

Youth Day will feature performances by young talents including Jerome Wells, Aidan Thomas, Laura Cabrera along with food for sale by Diddy Burger. Throughout the afternoon, enjoy games, food, and entertainment.

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 talentos como Jerome Wells, Aidan Thomas y Laura Cabrera, además de comida a la venta a cargo de Diddy Burger. A lo largo de la tarde, disfrute de juegos, comida y entretenimiento.

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 pral prezante pèfòmans jèn talan tankou Jerome Wells, Aidan Thomas, Laura Cabrera ansanm ak manje pou vann pa Diddy Burger. Pandan tout apremidi a, pwofite jwèt, manje, ak amizman.

Experience the vibrant Caribbean sounds of talented youth and adult pan groups, accompanied by energetic island sounds. Enjoy a variety of delicious free tastings offerings from a Caribbean Chef Demo by Haley House Chefs, and immerse yourself in a glitter bar, face painting, and henna art. 

PAN JAM EN EL PARQUE

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.

Experimente los vibrantes sonidos caribeños de talentosos grupos musicales de jóvenes y adultos, acompañados de enérgicos sonidos isleños. Disfrute de una variedad de deliciosas degustaciones gratuitas de una exhibición de cocina caribeña a cargo de Haley House Chefs, y sumérjase en un bar de purpurina, pintura de caras y arte con henna. 

PAN JAM NAN PARK

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.

Dekouvri son vibran Karayib la gwoup jèn ak adilt ki genyen talan ki akonpaye pa son enèjik zile yo. Pwofite de yon varyete bon kalite manje gratis ki genyen bon gou ak demonstrasyon chèf Haley House, epi plonje w nan yon ba ki byen klere, pentire figi, ak ar henna.

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 and City Hall Plaza are supported in part by a grant from the Mayor's Office of Arts and Culture.

​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.

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

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 and City Hall Plaza 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.

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

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 and City Hall Plaza 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 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

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 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.

Mark your calendar and bring your friends and family to a fun and free Neighborhood Fun Fest Party and learn more about your neighborhood community center!  The Fun Fest will be held on Thursday, July 25, from 5-7 p.m. at BCYF Curtis Hall Community Center, 20 South Street in Jamaica Plain.

The BCYF Fun Fest will offer a variety of free activities including music, a cookout, DJ and dance party, ice cream, children’s activities, giveaways, and information about BCYF Curtis Hall Community Center’s programming and activities.  

In the case of rain or other weather issues, please check BCYF’s social media pages, @BCYFCenters, for updates. Additional Fun Fests will be held over the course of the summer at other BCYF centers including July 18 at BCYF Blackstone in the South End, August 8 at BCYF Charlestown Community Center and August 22 at BCYF Marshall Community Center in Dorchester. Visit our website for dates and locations.