City of Boston - Press Releases

BCYF Boston Neighborhood Basketball League Presented By Reebok Now Registering

Boston Centers for Youth and Families — Thu, 16 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Mayor Thomas M. Menino and Boston’s Chief of Human Services/Boston Centers for Youth & Families’ (BCYF) Executive Director Daphne Griffin are pleased to announce that the Boston Neighborhood Basketball League (BNBL), presented by Reebok, is currently accepting registrations for teams to compete in the 44^th annual summer season. Individuals who wish to join a “wait list” to be placed on a team and youth interested in the Pee Wee Development Program...

Superteens Pre-Employment Program Seeking Applicants Now!

Boston Centers for Youth and Families — Mon, 13 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Mayor Thomas M. Menino and Daphne Griffin, Boston’s Chief of Human Services and Executive Director of Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF,) are pleased to announce the return of the citywide SUPERTeens Program for Boston youth ages 13-14.

Sponsored by SUPERTOURS with support from BNY Mellon, the SUPERTeens program offers Boston youth a high-quality service-learning experience during the summer months. Youth in the SUPERTeens program will have the opportunity to attend...

The City Will Be “At Your Service” April 10th!

Boston Centers for Youth and Families — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Mattapan residents are invited to join the Mayor’s Office of Human Services and learn about all that is available to you through the Mayor’s Office of Human Services’ departments at “The City at Your Service!” on Wednesday, April 10^th from 6:30-8:00 p.m. at the BCYF Mildred Avenue Community Center, 5 Mildred Avenue in Mattapan.

The evening will include a brief speaking program followed by one-on-one opportunities with individual human...

Winter Weather Advisory

Boston Centers for Youth and Families — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 04:00:00 GMT

**Winter Weather Advisory**

Up to 8 Inches of Snow Expected in Boston, Creating the Potential for a Dangerous Morning Commute, with Ice and Sleet to Follow

Significant Icing Expected at Peak of Morning Commute. Public Transit Strongly Urged

Schools Closed Tuesday

The forecast...

Boston Girls Invited To "Girls Leadership Summit: Building Leadership Skills to Develop Social Changers" March 30th

Boston Centers for Youth and Families — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 05:00:00 GMT

In celebration of Women’s History Month, Mayor Thomas M. Menino and Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF) invite Boston girls ages 11-15 to a FREE Girls Leadership Summit on Saturday, March 30^th from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Northeastern University’s Curry Student Center, 346 Huntington Avenue in Boston. Registration runs from 10-11 a.m.

The theme of the summit is “Building Leadership Skills to Develop Social Changers.” ...

Mayor Menino Keeps Sharing the Love

Mayor's Office — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 05:00:00 GMT

As his “We Love You, Boston” campaign continues, Mayor Thomas M. Menino today invited all Boston families to a Free Family Fun Day at Franklin Park’s William Devine Golf Course in Dorchester on Sunday, February 17, from 12 to 3 p.m.

“I know Boston parents had a tough weekend with their kids cooped up during the storm,” Mayor Menino said. “We’re hoping for a little more snow so families can get outside for some exercise and fresh air. With or...

Mayor Menino Urges Boston Youth To Plan For Summer Now

Boston Centers for Youth and Families — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 05:00:00 GMT

Mayor Thomas M. Menino invites Boston youth to a free, fun filled event during February School Vacation Week. Jump-start your summer planning at “Boston R.O.C.K. It!!! Launch into Summer” at Emmanuel College’s Yawkey Center, 400 The Fenway, on Wednesday, February 20^th from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Organized by Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF) the R.O.C.K. It!!! is a high-energy event with music, performances, interactive games, raffle prizes...

Mayor and Mrs. Menino To Host "Camp HubNob" For BCYF

Boston Centers for Youth and Families — Thu, 10 Jan 2013 05:00:00 GMT

Mayor Thomas M. Menino and his wife Angela will be on hand this Thursday, February 7^th at the House of Blues to Co-Chair “HubNob,” an annual fundraiser for Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF) the City of Boston’s largest youth and human service agency.

“BCYF is probably Boston’s best kept secret,” said Mayor Menino. “They are the largest youth and family serving agency in the city of Boston. They...

Boston Centers for Youth & Families' Swim League Seeking Youth Participants

Boston Centers for Youth and Families — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF,) the City of Boston’s largest youth and human service agency, is currently enrolling youth participants in a citywide competitive swimming league.

The annual league is for boys and girls ages 6-17. Participants must be able to swim one length of the swimming pool. The league is a developmental league and serves as an introduction to swimming competitively for most young swimmers so experience on a swim team is not...

Mayor Menino To Rename BCYF Orient Heights Community Center In Honor Of Martin “Marty” Pino

Boston Centers for Youth and Families — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Mayor Thomas M. Menino and Daphne Griffin, Boston’s Chief of Human Services and Executive Director of Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF), are pleased to announce that the BCYF Orient Heights Community Center will be officially renamed the Martin Pino Community Center on Friday, January 18^th at 6 p.m.

A lifelong resident of East Boston who passed away in 2003, Marty was an influence on the lives of countless young people in many ways but especially through...

BCYF Archdale Community Center To Close For Three-Month Renovation Project

Boston Centers for Youth and Families — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Beginning December 10^th, the BCYF Archdale Community Center will undergo an $850,000 renovation including a new roof, new gym floor, new gym scoreboard, new gym bleachers,...

Don't Bee Left O-U-T! Schools Urged To Register Today For The BCYF Spelling Bee

Boston Centers for Youth and Families — Fri, 05 Oct 2012 04:00:00 GMT

Mayor Thomas M. Menino and Daphne Griffin, Boston’s Chief of Human Service/Executive Director of Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF) are proud to announce the opportunity for Boston students and schools to participate in the Scripps National Spelling Bee program through the 6th Annual BCYF Spelling Bee.

Boston students of public, charter, pilot, and parochial schools as well as home-schooled students are eligible to participate in BCYF’s Bee this spring only after they have...

BCYF To Open And Staff West Roxbury Educational Complex Pool During BCYF Flaherty Pool Renovation

Boston Centers for Youth and Families — Fri, 05 Oct 2012 04:00:00 GMT

Mayor Thomas M. Menino and Daphne Griffin, Boston’s Chief of Human Services and Executive Director of Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF), are pleased to announce that the West Roxbury Educational Complex Pool will be hosting the BCYF Flaherty Pool staff and many Flaherty Pool programs during the upcoming renovation to the pool. This is an option for BCYF Flaherty members in addition to BCYF’s other 14 pools across the city.

Beginning in mid-November, the...

The City at Your Service

Boston Centers for Youth and Families — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 04:00:00 GMT

Please Join the Mayor’s Office of Human Services for “The City at Your Service!” TONIGHT, Thursday, September 20, 2012, 6:00-8:00 PM at the BCYF Condon Community Center, 200 D St, South Boston. Meet the departments of the Mayor’s Office of Human Services & learn about the services and programs that are available for you and your family.

The evening will include a brief speaking program followed by one on one opportunity with individual human services...

Mayor Menino Honors BCYF Summer Stars

Boston Centers for Youth and Families — Sat, 15 Sep 2012 04:00:00 GMT

Mayor Thomas M. Menino today joined the Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF), Boston Bruins defenseman Andrew Ference, and the Boston Celtics to recognize 14 young people as Summer Stars for their contributions to a positive summer in Boston. The Stars, ranging in age from 8 to 18, were commended at a lunch reception at the Parkman House for serving as role models for their peers and active members of their communities.

“So many young people in Boston...

(ahts): The Boston Arts Festival Celebrates its 10th Year

Arts, Tourism & Special Events — Mon, 27 Aug 2012 04:00:00 GMT

Mayor Thomas M. Menino and presenting sponsor Liberty Mutual Insurance have announced that the 10th annual (ähts): The Boston Arts Festival will take place on Friday, September 7^th, 6 - 8PM and Saturday, September 8^th - Sunday, September 9^th from Noon to 6 PM, at Christopher Columbus Waterfront Park. “Boston’s vibrant arts and cultural sector is unique and each year we look forward to celebrating the Boston arts scene and its...

Teen Photographers Exhibit Photos Tonight

Boston Centers for Youth and Families — Fri, 24 Aug 2012 04:00:00 GMT

Boston Centers for Youth & Families’ (BCYF) “Snap Shot” teen photography program will celebrate the end of the summer with a photo exhibit tonight from 5-7 p.m. at the BCYF Curtis Hall Community Center, 20 South Street, Jamaica Plain. The teens will exhibit their favorite photos and will be on hand to speak about the program.

The Snap Shot program is a summer teen photography program. The teens venture across the city taking pictures at BCYF...

Mayor Menino's Game of the Week BNBL 2012 Wrap-Up LIVE at 6:00 Tonight

Mayor's Press Office — Wed, 22 Aug 2012 04:00:00 GMT

The BCYF Boston Neighborhood Basketball League (BNBL) wraps up its 43^rd season tonight at the Reggie Lewis Track and Athletic Center with the men’s Championship Games LIVE on Boston City TV beginning at 6 p.m.

The Boys BNBL Championships will be carried live from the Reggie Lewis Center on Boston City TV, Comcast-24 and RCN-13 today, Wednesday, August 22.

Games:

- Boys 13 & Under at 6 p.m.

- Boys 15 &...

Boston Neighborhood Basketball League Finals Start Tonight!

Boston Centers for Youth and Families — Tue, 21 Aug 2012 04:00:00 GMT

The BCYF Boston Neighborhood Basketball League (BNBL) wraps up its 43^rd season tonight and tomorrow night, August 21^st and 22^nd, at the Reggie Lewis Track and Athletic Center with the women’s and men’s Championship Games. On Tuesday, women’s games will be held at 6 and 7:00 p.m. On Wednesday, men’s games will be held at 6, 7 and 8:00 p.m. Sponsored by Reebok, BNBL is the oldest municipal basketball league in the...

Boston Neighborhood Basketball League Finals To Be Held Tuesday and Wednesday, August 21 and 22

Boston Centers for Youth and Families — Fri, 17 Aug 2012 04:00:00 GMT

Come watch some great basketball on Tuesday and Wednesday, August 21 and 22, at the Reggie Lewis Track & Athletic Center as the BCYF Boston Neighborhood Basketball League (BNBL) wraps up its 43^rd season with the women’s and men’s Championship Games. Sponsored by Reebok, BNBL is the oldest municipal basketball league in the country and serves over 3,000 young men and women in four divisions: Pee Wee, 13 and under, 15 and under, and 18 and under. BNBL is...

BCYF "R.O.C.K.S The Block!!!" In Charlestown Today

Boston Centers for Youth and Families — Thu, 09 Aug 2012 04:00:00 GMT

Come on down to the BCYF Cloughterty Pool today, Thursday August 9^th, from 5:30-7:30 p.m., and enjoy a free cookout, swimming, games and activities, summer programming information and more at Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF) Boston R.O.C.K.S The Block!!! family pool parties.

On select Thursday nights and weekend days in July and August families will have the chance to come together at a different BCYF swimming pool for a variety of activities at the R.O.C.K. S...

BCYF "R.O.C.K.S The Block!!!" In The North End This Sunday

Boston Centers for Youth and Families — Tue, 31 Jul 2012 04:00:00 GMT

Come on down to the BCYF Mirabella Pool this Sunday, August 5^thfrom 1-3 p.m., and enjoy a free cookout, swimming, games and activities, summer programming information and more at Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF) Boston R.O.C.K.S The Block!!! family pool parties.

On select Thursday nights and weekend days in July and August families will have the chance to come together at a different BCYF swimming pool for a variety of activities at the R.O.C.K. S The...

Boston Urban Music Festival Returns to City Hall Plaza

Arts, Tourism & Special Events — Thu, 26 Jul 2012 04:00:00 GMT

Mayor Thomas M. Menino is pleased to announce that the city's Urban Music Festival will be returning to City Hall Plaza on Saturday, August 4th, from 5-8pm. The Boston Urban Music Festival offers a contemporary view of the urban music scene in and around Boston celebrating the best of Hip-Hop, R & B, Funk and Soul. The festival showcases the very best in urban music from both local and national artists. “This free outdoor...

BCYF "R.O.C.K.S The Block!!!" In West Roxbury Thursday

Boston Centers for Youth and Families — Mon, 23 Jul 2012 04:00:00 GMT

Come on down to the BCYF Draper Pool this Thursday, July 26^th from 5:30-7:30 p.m., and enjoy a free cookout, swimming, games and activities, summer programming information and more at Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF) Boston R.O.C.K.S The Block!!! family pool parties.

On select Thursday nights and weekend days in July and August families will have the chance to come together at a different BCYF swimming pool for a variety of activities at the R.O.C.K. S The...

Red Sox Talks/Fenway Challenge Come To Garvey Park Tomorrow

Boston Centers for Youth and Families — Wed, 18 Jul 2012 04:00:00 GMT

Mayor Thomas M. Menino and Boston’s Chief of Human Services/Boston Centers for Youth & Families(BCYF) Executive Director Daphne Griffin invite Boston youth to meet players and coaches from the Boston Red Sox organization and compete in a baseball skills session at the annual Red Sox Talks/Fenway Challenge during July and August. The winners of each age division in the Fenway Challenge competition will receive two tickets to a Red Sox game in September and will be recognized on...

BCYF "R.O.C.K.S.The Block!!!" In Mattapan This Saturday

Boston Centers for Youth and Families — Mon, 16 Jul 2012 04:00:00 GMT

Come on down to the BCYF Mildred Avenue Community Center this Saturday, July 21^st from 1-3 p.m., and enjoy a free cookout, swimming, games and activities, summer programming information and more at Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF) Boston R.O.C.K.S The Block!!! family pool parties.

On select Thursday nights and weekend days in July and August families will have the chance to come together at a different BCYF swimming pool for a variety of activities at the...

Free Fit Kits Now Available For Loan At Ten Bcyf Community Centers

Boston Centers for Youth and Families — Fri, 13 Jul 2012 04:00:00 GMT

Mayor Thomas M. Menino and Daphne Griffin, Boston’s Chief of Human Services and Executive Director of Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF,) are pleased to announce new “Fit Kits” available for loan now from ten BCYF community centers.

“As Mayor, I want all of our young people to have a fun, healthy, and safe summer experience,” said Mayor Menino. “There are free or affordable programs in...

Red Sox Talks/Fenway Challenge Kick Off July 17th

Boston Centers for Youth and Families — Tue, 10 Jul 2012 04:00:00 GMT

Mayor Thomas M. Menino and Boston’s Chief of Human Services/Boston Centers for Youth & Families(BCYF) Executive Director Daphne Griffin invite Boston youth to meet players and coaches from the Boston Red Sox organization and compete in a baseball skills session at the annual Red Sox Talks/Fenway Challenge during July and August. The winners of each age division in the Fenway Challenge competition will receive two tickets to a Red Sox game in September and will be recognized on...

Mayor Menino Celebrates the City of Boston's First Rock Wall

Boston Centers for Youth and Families — Mon, 09 Jul 2012 04:00:00 GMT

Mayor Thomas M. Menino was joined by 125 summer campers, staff and community partners today at the BCYF Holland Community Center in Dorchester to celebrate the completion of the first of six new Rock Walls in the City of Boston.

“Today, we are here to showcase the first of six rock walls at community centers across the city,” said Mayor Menino. “These rock walls are rarely found in city community centers, but we believe you deserve the best and I’m...

BCYF "R.O.C.K.S. The Block!!!" In JP TODAY

Boston Centers for Youth and Families — Fri, 06 Jul 2012 04:00:00 GMT

Come on down to the BCYF Curtis Hall Community Center TODAY, Thursday, July 12^th from 4-6 p.m., and enjoy a free cookout, swimming, games and activities, summer programming information and more at the kick-off to Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF) Boston R.O.C.K.S The Block!!! family pool parties.

On select Thursday nights and weekend days in July and August families will have the chance to come together at a different BCYF swimming pool for a variety of...

Mayor Thomas M. Menino Invites All Parents, Coaches And Youth Service Providers To Summer Sports, Health & Safety Day SATURDAY!

Boston Centers for Youth and Families — Fri, 29 Jun 2012 04:00:00 GMT

Summer is the time of year when youth and families tend to be most physically active. With increased physical activity comes increased risk of injury if you’re not knowledgeable of how to play it safe.

Now’s your chance to learn how to stay safe! On Saturday, June 30^th from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at BCYF’s Recreation Center at Madison Park, 55 Malcolm X Boulevard in Roxbury*, Boston Centers for Youth & Families will host a series of...

Mayor Thomas M. Menino Invites All Parents, Coaches And Youth Service Providers To Summer Sports, Health & Safety Day

Boston Centers for Youth and Families — Thu, 21 Jun 2012 04:00:00 GMT

Summer is the time of year when youth and families tend to be most physically active. With increased physical activity comes increased risk of injury if you’re not knowledgeable of how to play it safe.

Now’s your chance to learn how to stay safe! On Saturday, June 30^th from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at BCYF’s Recreation Center at Madison Park, 55 Malcolm X Boulevard in Roxbury*, Boston Centers for Youth & Families will host a series of...

Boston Foundation, City partnership earns $480,000 grant to stimulate Uphams Corner cultural economy

Arts, Tourism & Special Events — Tue, 12 Jun 2012 04:00:00 GMT

Boston Foundation, City partnership earns $480,000 grant to stimulate Uphams Corner cultural economy

City's Strand Theatre to serve as hub of effort to highlight ethnic, neighborhood arts initiatives

Boston – Dorchester’s Uphams Corner could become a revitalized...

Boston Neighborhood Basketball League Now Registering For The 43rd Season

Boston Centers for Youth and Families — Wed, 06 Jun 2012 04:00:00 GMT

Mayor Thomas M. Menino and Boston’s Chief of Human Services/Boston Centers for Youth & Families’ (BCYF) Executive Director Daphne Griffin are pleased to announce that the Boston Neighborhood Basketball League (BNBL) is currently accepting registrations for teams to compete in the 43^rd annual summer season, for individuals who wish to be placed on a team and for youth interested in the Pee Wee program. The registration deadline is Friday, June...

Bcyf and The New England Patriots Team Up On Free Football Clinic For Boston Youth

Boston Centers for Youth and Families — Tue, 29 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT

Boston Centers for Youth and Families’ (BCYF) Recreation Division, the New England Patriots Alumni Club and the New England Patriots Charitable Foundation are teaming up to host a FREE non-contact football clinic, “Football for You,” on Saturday, June 9th from 8:30 a.m. to 12 noon for boys and girls ages 11-14.

The clinic will be held at the Madison Park Technical Vocational High School football field (behind school) in Roxbury, 75 Malcolm X Boulevard. The...

City's Community Centers to hold Open Houses April 18

Boston Centers for Youth and Families — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT

Check out your local BCYF community center at the BCYF Citywide Open Houses on Wednesday, April 18 from 4-7 p.m. Stop by your local BCYF community center and learn about the programs and activities they offer, speak with staff and see what's going on. All BCYF centers will host an open house on this date and time. For a list of the centers near you, please...

Boston Girls Invited to "Girls Summit 2012: Let's Keep it Movin'" This Saturday

Boston Centers for Youth and Families — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT

In celebration of Women’s History Month, middle and high school-age Boston girls are invited to join Mrs. Angela Menino, Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF) and many outstanding women professionals in Boston for “Girls Summit 2012: Let’s Keep it Movin’” on Saturday, March 31^st from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at BCYF’s Recreation Center at Madison Park.

This free event will focus on health, sports and fitness for young women and...

BCYF Invites Y-O-U To The Annual Citywide Spelling Bee This Saturday!

Boston Centers for Youth and Families — Thu, 22 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT

23 Boston youth from across the city will compete in Boston Centers for Youth & Families' (BCYF) annual Citywide Spelling Bee this Saturday, March 24^th at 10:30 a.m. and you are invited to watch this exciting competition. The Bee will be held in the Great Hall at Faneuil Hall and is sponsored by the Boston Bruins Foundation with travel support from JetBlue.

A packed house of family, friends and spectators will cheer on the youth down to the final...

Boston Ballet and the Mayor's Office Present Two Community Performances at the Strand Theatre

Arts, Tourism & Special Events — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT

Boston Public Schools Students and General Public Invited to See Boston Ballet, BBII, and Boston Ballet School Perform with Students from Boston Ballet’s Education and Community Programs

BOSTON, MA – February 27, 2012 – Boston Ballet Artistic Director Mikko Nissinen, in partnership with the Mayor’s Office of Arts, Tourism...

Announcing the 2012 BNBL Logo Contest Sponsored By Reebok

Boston Centers for Youth and Families — Fri, 02 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Be a part of history and get a pair of custom Reeboks featuring your artwork by designing the 2012 logo for Boston Centers for Youth & Families’ Boston Neighborhood Basketball League (BNBL.)

Established in 1969, BNBL is the oldest neighborhood basketball league in the United States and is presented by Reebok. Teams across the city compete twice weekly to vie for the league championship in three divisions for boys and girls: 18 and under, 15 and under, and 13 and under....

Announcing the Boston Cultural Council 2012 Awardees

Arts, Tourism & Special Events — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Mayor Thomas M. Menino and The Boston Cultural Council (BCC) are proud to present this year’s awardees of the Boston Cultural Council Grant.

“It is so important, especially in these economic times, that we continue to support arts and cultural programming in our communities,” said Mayor Menino. “The City of Boston and The Boston Cultural Council are proud to support these outstanding organizations that contribute so much to the rich cultural landscape of...

Mayor Menino Highlights School Vacation Week Activities in Boston

Mayor's Office — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Mayor Menino today encouraged Boston families to take advantage of the many City-sponsored events and activities being offered during the upcoming school vacation week. Boston Centers for Youth and Families (BCYF) and Boston Public Library (BPL) are offering a variety of programs to help parents keep Boston kids busy during their winter break, and BPS’s Acceleration Academies will keep more than 1,500 students busy with intensive week-long learning program. Community centers and...

Mayor Menino Urges Boston Youth To Plan For Summer Now

Boston Centers for Youth and Families — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Mayor Thomas M. Menino invites Boston youth to jump-start their summer planning during February school vacation week at “Boston R.O.C.K. IT!!! Launch into Summer” at Emmanuel College’s Yawkey Center gymnasium, on Wednesday, February 22nd from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Organized by Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF) and sponsored by jetBlue, this event offers young people and their families a fun school vacation week event and urges them to think about summer...

Mayor Menino to Celebrate Re-Opening of the BCYF Shelburne Community Center TOMORROW!

Boston Centers for Youth and Families — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT

The wait is over! Mayor Thomas M. Menino will join Daphne Griffin, Boston’s Chief of Human Services/Executive Director of Boston Centers for Youth & Families, and members of the John A. Shelburne Community Council in officially re-opening BCYF’s Shelburne Community Center tomorrow, Saturday, January 28^th at 12:00 noon.

The $6 million dollar exterior and interior renovation to the Shelburne Community Center included the repaving of the...

A Day of Service and Celebration in Honor of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Arts, Tourism & Special Events — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT

The Mayor’s Office of Arts, Tourism & Special Events, the Museum of African American History and the Boston Youth Symphony Orchestras (BYSO) will present a free tribute concert in honor of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday, January 16, 2012, at 1:00pm at Faneuil Hall. The program will feature a moving selection of classical music, spirituals and freedom songs performed by the Boston Youth Symphony Orchestras’ Intensive Community Program, conducted by Marta Zurad....

"L Street Brownies" to Swim Again New Year's Day

Boston Centers for Youth and Families — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT

One of Boston’s oldest traditions continues this Sunday, January 1^st, as 600 swimmers plunge into Boston Harbor for the annual “L Street Brownies New Year’s Day Swim.”

Hosted by Boston Centers for Youth & Families’ Curley Community Center, 1663 Columbia Road in South Boston, the swim takes place at the “K” Street entrance of the center. The swim starts at 8:00 a.m. Doors open at 6:30 a.m. and close at 10:00...

Mayor Menino, Sun Life Financial and the Boston Red Sox Partner to Sponsor Free Public Skating During Sun Life Frozen Fenway 2012

Mayor's Office — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT

Mayor Thomas M. Menino, in partnership with the Boston Red Sox and Fenway Sports Management announced today that thousands of children and families in the City of Boston will have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to skate on the ice at Fenway Park.

City of Boston residents will be able to skate for free at Fenway on Sunday, January 1 and Monday, January 16 from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM. As part of the Sun Life Frozen Fenway 2012 celebrations, the City of Boston will give away close to...

Mayor Menino Celebrates Opening of New Recreation Center

Boston Centers for Youth and Families — Sat, 10 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT

Mayor Thomas M. Menino today officially launched the new “BCYF Recreation Center at Madison Park,” a re-purposed facility that will allow Boston Center’s for Youth & Families’ Recreation Division to expand and enhance its current program offerings as well as to develop new initiatives to improve the quality and accessibility of recreation, sports and fitness programs citywide in community centers and in the neighborhoods.

“This is all about...

Mayor Menino and BCYF to Launch New Recreation Hub

Boston Centers for Youth and Families — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT

Mayor Thomas M. Menino will join Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF) Executive Director/ Boston’s Chief of Human Services, Daphne Griffin, in launching the new “BCYF Recreation Center at Madison Park” on Saturday, December 10^th at 11:00 AM.

BCYF’s new Recreation Center at Madison Park is a re-purposed facility that will allow BCYF’s Recreation Division to expand and enhance its current program offerings as well as to develop new...

José Mateo Ballet Theatre's Triumphant Return To The Strand Theatre For Its Acclaimed Production Of The Nutcracker

Arts, Tourism & Special Events — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT

The arts are so vital to Boston and its neighborhoods, especially during the holidays. They not only bring in cultural tourism to this great city but they also engage and excite Boston residents to get into the holiday spirit and create lasting holiday traditions. This season the Strand Theatre has the great privilege of hosting an incredible holiday tradition; José Mateo’s Nutcracker! Up close, thrilling, and inspiring, José Mateo’s The Nutcracker captures the true...