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BCYF Snow Day Hours and Youth Drop-in program

With Boston Public Schools closed, BCYF community centers will be open from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. on Tuesday, December 3, 2019.

December 3, 2019
  • 10:00am - 6:00pm
  • 1483 Tremont Street
    Boston, MA 02120
  • Contact:
    BCYF
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Citywide
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-12-03T10:00:00 - 2019-12-03T18:00:00

Our Youth Snow Day Drop-in Program offers a warm and safe place for youth ages 7 and older while their parents work. All youth are welcome.

Children under 12 must have a parent or guardian with them at drop-off to complete a short intake form. Parents should send lunch and snacks for their children. We will not provide food. To save time, you can print out and complete the intake form ahead of time.

Find your local community center

more info on winter resources

December 3, 2019
  • 10:00am - 6:00pm
  • 1483 Tremont Street
    Boston, MA 02120
  • Contact:
    BCYF
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Citywide
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-12-03T10:00:00 - 2019-12-03T18:00:00

Fairy House Building Event Canceled

Sorry, but our fifth annual Fairy House Building Event at Schoolmaster Hill in Franklin Park has been canceled due to inclement weather.

April 19, 2018
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • Circuit Drive
    Boston, MA 02121
  • Contact:
    Parks and Recreation
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-04-19T10:00:00 - 2018-04-19T12:00:00

For more information, please call 617-961-3047.

April 19, 2018
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • Circuit Drive
    Boston, MA 02121
  • Contact:
    Parks and Recreation
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-04-19T10:00:00 - 2018-04-19T12:00:00

BCYF snow day hours and youth drop-in program

Due to the closure of Boston Public Schools, BCYF community centers will be open from 7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. on Thursday, March 8, 2018.

March 8, 2018
  • 7:30am - 6:00pm
  • 1483 Tremont Street
    Boston, MA 02120
  • Contact:
    Boston Centers for Youth & Families
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-03-08T07:30:00 - 2018-03-08T18:00:00

Our Youth Snow Day Drop-in Program offers a warm and safe place for youth ages 7 and older while their parents work. All youth are welcome.

Children under 12 must have a parent or guardian with them at drop-off to complete a short intake form. Parents should send lunch and snacks for their children. We will not provide food. To save time, you can print out and complete the intake form ahead of time.

Find your local community center

more info on winter resources

March 8, 2018
  • 7:30am - 6:00pm
  • 1483 Tremont Street
    Boston, MA 02120
  • Contact:
    Boston Centers for Youth & Families
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-03-08T07:30:00 - 2018-03-08T18:00:00

BCYF Citywide Swim League Championship Meet

Join us on Saturday, March 24, to cheer on the talented swimmers from our community centers across Boston as they compete in the final meet of the season.

March 24, 2018
  • 9:30am - 3:30pm
  • 100 William T Morrissey Blvd
    Boston, MA 02125
  • Contact:
    Tony Rosario or Jeff Mackey
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-03-24T09:30:00 - 2018-03-24T15:30:00

This meet gives all BCYF swimmers the chance to end the swim season in healthy competition against other BCYF centers’ swim teams. 

March 24, 2018
  • 9:30am - 3:30pm
  • 100 William T Morrissey Blvd
    Boston, MA 02125
  • Contact:
    Tony Rosario or Jeff Mackey
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-03-24T09:30:00 - 2018-03-24T15:30:00

Monthly Memory Cafe

Are you an individual with memory loss or their caregiver? Looking for an enjoyable way to spend time together? Then please join us!

March 5, 2018
Event Date2018-03-05T11:00:00 - 2018-03-05T13:00:00

Enjoy coffee, refreshments, creative arts, and conversation with new friends of all ages. A guest artist will lead a creative exploration each month.  This month we will have trivia and a fun Easter craft activity. Please come and bring your questions and your family memories. Space is limited so you MUST RSVP by emailing patricia.mccormack@boston.gov, or calling 617-635-3992.

This event is co-hosted by the City of Boston’s Alzheimer’s Initiative and BCYF Grove Hall Senior Center, 51 Geneva Avenue, Dorchester.

WHAT IS A MEMORY CAFE?

A Memory Cafe is a place where individuals with memory loss and their caregivers can get together in a safe, supportive, and engaging environment. It is a time and place where people can interact, laugh, find support, share concerns, and celebrate with other people experiencing memory challenges and their care partners. Attendees enjoy refreshments, conversation, and activities in a relaxed, supportive setting. A caregiver must accompany participants requiring special assistance. A Memory Cafe offers a participatory program or guest facilitator each month. 

March 5, 2018
Event Date2018-03-05T11:00:00 - 2018-03-05T13:00:00

Family Gym at BCYF Blackstone

A free play program for families with children ages 3 - 8 to get up, out, and moving together.

October 6, 2018
  • 10:00am - 11:30am
    Repeats weekly on Saturday, starting from October 6, 2018, until December 8, 2018
  • 50 West Brookline Street
    Boston, MA 02118
  • Contact:
    Family Gym Coordinator
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-10-06T10:00:00 - 2018-10-06T11:30:00
  • Drop-in, no pre-registration required.
  • We require a caregiver to participate during Family Gym. Fun and safety are our priorities.
  • Caregivers must remain in the gym with their children at all times.
  • Legal guardian must sign a waiver before child can participate.

Learn more about BCYF Blackstone

October 6, 2018
  • 10:00am - 11:30am
    Repeats weekly on Saturday, starting from October 6, 2018, until December 8, 2018
  • 50 West Brookline Street
    Boston, MA 02118
  • Contact:
    Family Gym Coordinator
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-10-06T10:00:00 - 2018-10-06T11:30:00

Family Gym at BCYF Madison Park

A free play program for families with children ages 3 - 8 to get up, out, and moving together.

October 6, 2018
  • 10:00am - 11:30am
    Repeats weekly on Saturday, starting from October 6, 2018, until December 8, 2018
  • 55 Malcolm X Blvd.
    Boston, MA 02120
  • Contact:
    Family Gym Coordinator
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-10-06T10:00:00 - 2018-10-06T11:30:00
  • Drop-in, no pre-registration required.
  • We require a caregiver to participate during Family Gym. Fun and safety are our priorities.
  • Caregivers must remain in the gym with their children at all times.
  • Legal guardian must sign a waiver before child can participate.

Learn more about BCYF Blackstone

October 6, 2018
  • 10:00am - 11:30am
    Repeats weekly on Saturday, starting from October 6, 2018, until December 8, 2018
  • 55 Malcolm X Blvd.
    Boston, MA 02120
  • Contact:
    Family Gym Coordinator
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-10-06T10:00:00 - 2018-10-06T11:30:00

Family Gym at BCYF Holland

A free play program for families with children ages 3-8 to get up, out, and moving together.

February 3, 2018
  • 10:00am - 11:30am
    Repeats weekly on Saturday, starting from February 3, 2018, until April 14, 2018
  • 85 Olney Street
    Boston, MA 02121
  • Contact:
    FAMILY GYM COORDINATOR
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-02-03T10:00:00 - 2018-02-03T11:30:00
  • Drop-in, no pre-registration required.
  • We require a caregiver to participate during Family Gym. Fun and safety are our priorities.
  • Caregivers must remain in the gym with their children at all times.

Note: BCYF Family Gym will not take place at BCYF Holland on Saturday, February 17, 2018. Families are welcome to join in the fun at BCYF Blackstone or BCYF Madison Park.

Learn more about BCYF Holland

February 3, 2018
  • 10:00am - 11:30am
    Repeats weekly on Saturday, starting from February 3, 2018, until April 14, 2018
  • 85 Olney Street
    Boston, MA 02121
  • Contact:
    FAMILY GYM COORDINATOR
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-02-03T10:00:00 - 2018-02-03T11:30:00

BCYF SNOW DAY HOURS AND YOUTH DROP-IN PROGRAM

With Boston Public Schools closed, BCYF community centers will be open from 7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. on Friday, January 5, 2018.

January 5, 2018
  • 7:30am - 6:00pm
  • 1483 Tremont Street
    Boston, MA 02120
  • Contact:
    Boston Centers for Youth & Families
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-01-05T07:30:00 - 2018-01-05T18:00:00

Our Youth Snow Day Drop-in Program offers a warm and safe place for youth ages 7 and older while their parents work. All youth are welcome.

Children under 12 must have a parent or guardian with them at drop-off to complete a short intake form. Parents should send lunch and snacks for their children. We will not provide food. To save time, you can print out and complete the intake form ahead of time.

Find your local community center

more info on winter resources

January 5, 2018
  • 7:30am - 6:00pm
  • 1483 Tremont Street
    Boston, MA 02120
  • Contact:
    Boston Centers for Youth & Families
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-01-05T07:30:00 - 2018-01-05T18:00:00

BCYF Holland Community Center’s Annual Toy Giveaway

We invite you to join us for our Annual Toy Giveaway for youth ages 4-10! ¡Te invitamos a nuestro anual Entrega de Juguetes para jóvenes de 4 a 10 años!

December 14, 2017
Event Date2017-12-14T18:00:00 - 2017-12-14T20:00:00

BCYF Holland is located at 85 Olney Street in Dorchester. Have questions? Call 617-635-5144 for more information.

December 14, 2017
Event Date2017-12-14T18:00:00 - 2017-12-14T20:00:00
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