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Women’s Learn to Ride: Basic Skills

Our free learn-to-ride classes are led by women and are for any Boston resident who identifies as female or gender-diverse. Registration is required.

June 9, 2022
2022-06-09T18:00:00 - 2022-06-09T20:00:00

Taught in a parking lot, this two-hour class is for women who have never learned to ride or who want to work on basic skills. This class is perfect for women who:

  • have never ridden a bike before
  • haven't been on a bike for years, or 
  • can ride a little, but need to practice starting, stopping, turning, and hand signaling.
June 9, 2022
2022-06-09T18:00:00 - 2022-06-09T20:00:00
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Women’s Learn-to-Ride: Basic Skills Workshop

Our free learn-to-ride classes are led by women and are for any Boston resident who identifies as female or gender-diverse.

May 26, 2022
2022-05-26T18:00:00 - 2022-05-26T20:00:00

Taught in a parking lot, this two-hour class is for women who have never learned to ride or who want to work on basic skills. This class is perfect for women who:

  • have never ridden a bike before
  • haven't been on a bike for years, or 
  • can ride a little, but need to practice starting, stopping, turning, and hand signaling.
May 26, 2022
2022-05-26T18:00:00 - 2022-05-26T20:00:00
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2022 Children’s Arts and Crafts Workshops: Jamaica Plain

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 5, 2022
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from July 5, 2022, until July 12, 2022
  • Brewer-Burroughs Playground
    2P Brewer Street
    Jamaica Plain , MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Shannon Murphy
  • send an email
  • 617-961-3082
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Outdoor
    Social good
  • Posted:
2022-07-05T10:00:00 - 2022-07-05T12:00:00

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.

This arts and Crafts Workshop at Brewer-Burroughs Playground will be held on:

Tuesday, July 5, 2022: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. 

Tuesday, July 12, 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: Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

ALL ARTS AND CRAFTS WORKSHOPS DATES

July 5, 2022
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from July 5, 2022, until July 12, 2022
  • Brewer-Burroughs Playground
    2P Brewer Street
    Jamaica Plain , MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Shannon Murphy
  • send an email
  • 617-961-3082
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Outdoor
    Social good
  • Posted:
2022-07-05T10:00:00 - 2022-07-05T12:00:00
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2022 Children’s Arts and Crafts Workshops: South Boston

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 5, 2022
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from July 5, 2022, until July 12, 2022
  • Medal of Honor Park
    775 East First Street
    South Boston , MA 02127
  • Contact:
    Shannon Murphy
  • send an email
  • 617-961-3082
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    South Boston
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Outdoor
    Social good
  • Posted:
2022-07-05T10:00:00 - 2022-07-05T12:00:00

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: Medal of Honor Park, South Boston

Tuesday, July 5, 2022: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. 

Tuesday, July 12, 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: Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

ALL ARTS AND CRAFTS WORKSHOPS DATES

July 5, 2022
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from July 5, 2022, until July 12, 2022
  • Medal of Honor Park
    775 East First Street
    South Boston , MA 02127
  • Contact:
    Shannon Murphy
  • send an email
  • 617-961-3082
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    South Boston
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Outdoor
    Social good
  • Posted:
2022-07-05T10:00:00 - 2022-07-05T12:00:00
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2022 Children’s Arts and Crafts Workshops: Mattapan

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 8, 2022
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Friday, starting from July 8, 2022, until July 15, 2022
  • Walker Playground
    550 Norfolk Street
    Mattapan , MA 02126
  • Contact:
    Shannon Murphy
  • send an email
  • 617-961-3082
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Mattapan
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Outdoor
    Social good
  • Posted:
2022-07-08T10:00:00 - 2022-07-08T12:00:00

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: Walker Playground, Mattapan

Friday, July 8, 2022: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. 

Friday, July 15, 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: Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

ALL ARTS AND CRAFTS WORKSHOPS DATES

July 8, 2022
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Friday, starting from July 8, 2022, until July 15, 2022
  • Walker Playground
    550 Norfolk Street
    Mattapan , MA 02126
  • Contact:
    Shannon Murphy
  • send an email
  • 617-961-3082
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Mattapan
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Outdoor
    Social good
  • Posted:
2022-07-08T10:00:00 - 2022-07-08T12:00:00
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2022 Children's Arts and Crafts Workshops: East Boston

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 20, 2022
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Wednesday, starting from July 20, 2022, until July 27, 0022
  • Sumner and Lamson Streets Playground
    430 Sumner Street
    East Boston , MA 02128
  • Contact:
    Shannon Murphy
  • send an email
  • 617-961-3082
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    East Boston
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Outdoor
    Social good
  • Posted:
2022-07-20T10:00:00 - 2022-07-20T12:00:00

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: Sumner and Lamson Streets Playground, East Boston

Wednesday, July 20, 2022: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. 

Wednesday, July 27, 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: Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

ALL ARTS AND CRAFTS WORKSHOPS DATES

July 20, 2022
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Wednesday, starting from July 20, 2022, until July 27, 0022
  • Sumner and Lamson Streets Playground
    430 Sumner Street
    East Boston , MA 02128
  • Contact:
    Shannon Murphy
  • send an email
  • 617-961-3082
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    East Boston
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Outdoor
    Social good
  • Posted:
2022-07-20T10:00:00 - 2022-07-20T12:00:00
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2022 Children's Arts and Crafts Workshops: Hyde Park

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 20, 2022
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Wednesday, starting from July 20, 2022, until July 27, 2022
  • Ross Playground
    14 Westminster Street
    Hyde Park, MA 02136
  • Contact:
    Shannon Murphy
  • send an email
  • 617-961-3082
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Hyde Park
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Outdoor
    Social good
  • Posted:
2022-07-20T10:00:00 - 2022-07-20T12:00:00

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: Ross Playground, Hyde Park 

Wednesday, July 20, 2022: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. 

Wednesday, July 27, 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: Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

July 20, 2022
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Wednesday, starting from July 20, 2022, until July 27, 2022
  • Ross Playground
    14 Westminster Street
    Hyde Park, MA 02136
  • Contact:
    Shannon Murphy
  • send an email
  • 617-961-3082
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Hyde Park
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Outdoor
    Social good
  • Posted:
2022-07-20T10:00:00 - 2022-07-20T12:00:00
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2022 Children's Arts and Crafts Workshop: Charlestown

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 21, 2022
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Thursday, starting from July 21, 2022, until July 28, 2022
  • Doherty Playground
    349 Bunker Hill Street
    Charlestown , 02129
  • Contact:
    Shannon Murphy
  • send an email
  • 617-961-3082
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Charlestown
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Outdoor
    Social good
  • Posted:
2022-07-21T10:00:00 - 2022-07-21T12:00:00

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: Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

ALL ARTS AND CRAFTS WORKSHOPS DATES

July 21, 2022
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Thursday, starting from July 21, 2022, until July 28, 2022
  • Doherty Playground
    349 Bunker Hill Street
    Charlestown , 02129
  • Contact:
    Shannon Murphy
  • send an email
  • 617-961-3082
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Charlestown
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Outdoor
    Social good
  • Posted:
2022-07-21T10:00:00 - 2022-07-21T12:00:00
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2022 Children's Arts and Crafts Workshop: 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 21, 2022
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Thursday, starting from July 21, 2022, until July 28, 0022
  • Marcella Playground
    260 Highland Street
    Roxbury , 02119
  • Contact:
    Shannon Murphy
  • send an email
  • 617-961-3082
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Outdoor
    Social good
  • Posted:
2022-07-21T10:00:00 - 2022-07-21T12:00:00

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: Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

ALL ARTS AND CRAFTS WORKSHOPS DATES

July 21, 2022
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Thursday, starting from July 21, 2022, until July 28, 0022
  • Marcella Playground
    260 Highland Street
    Roxbury , 02119
  • Contact:
    Shannon Murphy
  • send an email
  • 617-961-3082
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Outdoor
    Social good
  • Posted:
2022-07-21T10:00:00 - 2022-07-21T12:00:00
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2022 Children's Arts and Crafts Workshops: Brighton

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 2, 2022
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from August 2, 2022, until August 9, 2022
  • Rogers Park
    30 Rogers Park Avenue
    Brighton , 02135
  • Contact:
    Shannon Murphy
  • send an email
  • 617-961-3082
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Brighton
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Outdoor
    Social good
  • Posted:
2022-08-02T10:00:00 - 2022-08-02T12:00:00

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: Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

ALL ARTS AND CRAFTS WORKSHOPS DATES

August 2, 2022
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from August 2, 2022, until August 9, 2022
  • Rogers Park
    30 Rogers Park Avenue
    Brighton , 02135
  • Contact:
    Shannon Murphy
  • send an email
  • 617-961-3082
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Brighton
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Outdoor
    Social good
  • Posted:
2022-08-02T10:00:00 - 2022-08-02T12:00:00
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