Boston Centers for Youth & Families

BCYF Mason Pool in #Roxbury is closing now, 5:30 pm, Tuesday, October 27, while we resolve a wastewater issue. We will update when it is able to reopen.

See you tonight, Allston! 🔗boston.gov/bcyf-jackson-mann

🎃 This week at BCYF: a little spooky, a lot of fun! Swipe for October 26–November 1 highlights and a sneak peek at next week’s Bingocize at BCYF Roche. This is just a snapshot! Explore: boston.gov/bcyf-registration Spooky Skate & Swim registration: boston.gov/bcyf-girls

No tricks here, flu season is starting early in Boston. Treat yourself with a free flu vaccine at one of our upcoming clinics: 10/28, 4 - 8 PM, BCYF Curley 10/29, 11 AM - 3 PM, BCYF Mattahunt 11/2, 3 –7 PM, BCYF Nazzaro No appointment or health insurance needed.

BCYF Holland Community Center in #Dorchester will close at 6 p.m. today, Friday, October 12.

A few glimpses of Fall at BCYF Quincy in Chinatown! 🍁 Find programming at boston.gov/bcyf-quincy

UPDATE! LOCATION CHANGE! BCYF Shelburne, 2730 Washington Street — see you there!

An ode to Allston 🎶! Thank you Boston Music Project for the first day of piano lessons last week at BCYF Jackson Mann! 🎹 Visit boston.gov/bcyf-jackson-mann for more programming!

Allston, come and get your dogs licensed and your dogs (and cats!) vaccinated! 😺🐶 This Saturday at BCYF Jackson Mann!

👻 Halloween at BCYF… join us this year, if you dare! 🎃 Take a peek at last year’s spooky fun and a few of this year’s upcoming events! Check in with your local center to see what’s coming up! You can also find programming at boston.gov/bcyf-registration under "Special Events"! 🦇

🏊 Two more swim team opportunities! BCYF Condon (ages 6–17) and BCYF Perkins (ages 6–15) are welcoming swimmers. Learn more: boston.gov/bcyf-condon boston.gov/bcyf-perkins

This week at BCYF! Here’s just a snapshot of what’s happening across our centers, October 19–25. 🎃 Stay tuned...we’ll be sharing our Halloween events separately soon! Explore programs and registration: boston.gov/bcyf-registration

BCYF Hennigan youth crossed the finish line at this year's Sole Train 5k! Sole Train is a year-round, noncompetitive run/walk that brings Boston youth and adult volunteers together to build goals, leadership, and community. 📸 from Sole Train event staff and BCYF Hennigan staff

What's next for BCYF Jackson Mann in Allston? 👀 The survey results are in! Join us on Tuesday, Oct. 27 from 6pm - 7:30pm to discuss. See you then! 🔗boston.gov/bcyf-jackson-mann

This week at BCYF! 👀 This is just a snapshot! Explore more programs and register: boston.gov/bcyf-registration

Spotlight on BCYF Shelburne’s Players of the Week! 🏀 Swipe to meet the standouts from the first three weeks of fall basketball and see the week three standings. New Mission leads the way at 3–0! Congratulations to all our featured players!

Want to join a BCYF swim team? Come try out! 📍 Mildred Avenue: Oct. 16, 20 & 23, 5:30–6:30 p.m. 📍 Marshall Marlins: Saturdays (through December), 3–4:15 p.m. Find your favorite race, build your skills and have fun! See flyers for details.

All BCYF facilities will be closed Monday, October 12, in observance of Indigenous Peoples’ Day. We will see you on Tuesday, October 13!

BCYF Condon x Pino! A perfect South Boston collab. This is a new BCYF co-ed league designed to promote unity, teamwork, and positive community engagement among local youth! They were joined by Boston Police Department CSOs Greg Lally C-6 and Curtis Mosley A-7.

🏊‍♂️ 2 MORE opportunities for Lifeguard in Training! 🏊‍♀️ 📍 BCYF Marshall Pool • Schedule: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 7:15 PM – 8:00 PM • Location: 35 Westville St, Dorchester 📍 BCYF Mattahunt Pool • Schedule: Wednesdays & Fridays, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM • Location: 100 Hebron St, Mattapan

🍂 Fall programming is officially underway across BCYF! Please note: our graphic is just a sample snapshot of what’s happening this week...we have dozens of sports, arts, and aquatic activities running across all neighborhood centers! See all programming at: boston.gov/bcyf-registration

An update for our Aqua Aerobics community 💙 Classes will not be offered this week, October 5–11. During regular class times, self-guided aquatic workouts will be available where offered. You’re also welcome to explore other fitness and wellness programs at your local BCYF center. 🔗boston.gov/bcyf

New free programming for adults at BCYF Jackson Mann! 👀 🚶 Neighborhood walks: M/W/F, noon–1pm, starting Oct. 5 🤺 Adult fencing: Tue., 2:30–3:30pm, Oct. 6–Nov. 10 🎱 Bingocize (bingo + physical activity): Thu., 1:30–2:30pm, Oct. 15–Dec. 10 Learn more and register: boston.gov/bcyf-jackson-mann

Did you catch BCYF October News? Take a peek! And read in full: 🔗 https://ow.ly/67mn50ZU2iy

Boston teens, this could be you! 🛟 Want to prepare for lifeguard training? Build your swimming skills and confidence in the water with our team at BCYF Draper Pool! 📅 Wednesdays, 6:30–7:30 p.m., starting 10/7 📍 BCYF Draper Pool, West Roxbury Learn more at boston.gov/bcyf-draper!

BCYF Gallivan seniors joined today’s Boston Age Strong Commission Strong Hispanic Heritage celebration at the Malcolm X Recreation Center. Thank you to Age Strong for bringing everyone together!

October with BCYF Girls is coming up and it's looking like a whole lot of fun! Join us! 🎃 ✨ Oct. 1: Girls Night at Boston Lights 🛼 Oct. 6: Family Skate with Chez Vous 👻 Oct. 29: Spooky Skate 🏊‍♀️ Oct. 31: Girls Spooky Swim Learn more and RSVP: boston.gov/bcyf-girls

Happy Dolly Parton Day from BCYF Beverly Gibbons! 🤠

Due to the forecasted Nor'easter this weekend, we are advising swimmers to not take a splash at BCYF Curley Beach from Friday, 9/25 through Sunday, 9/27! Any swimming during this storm is at your own risk, as the site does not have the capacity or training to initiate rescues in these conditions.

☔☔☔ Due to the forecasted rain this event has been postponed! We will announce the new date as soon as we can.

Need something to do this Saturday? Why not spend it with BCYF Mattahunt! Join us for Community Day with free BBQ and drinks, a backpack giveaway, games, raffle prizes and more. Everyone is welcome! 📅 Saturday, Sept 26 | 11 AM–3 PM 📍 100 Hebron Street, Mattapan RSVP: boston.gov/bcyf-mattahunt

Fall is officially here, and BCYF Gallivan is rolling into the school year with their first back to school bike ride! 🍂🚲 🔗🫠boston.gov/bcyf-gallivan

Free vaccine clinics are back! Get your flu and COVID-19 vaccines for free at one of our upcoming clinics. No appointment necessary, walk-ins welcome. Getting vaccinated is a great way to protect yourself and your community. Find upcoming clinics at boston.gov/vaccine-clinics.

Tomorrow! 🍂🎨 Join BCYF Girls for Crafternoon at BCYF Mattahunt from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Enjoy an afternoon of fall crafts, snacks and fun! Open to girls of all ages. Ages 12 and under must attend with an adult. Register at boston.gov/bcyf-girls

BCYF Blackstone in the South End is once again decked out for Hispanic Heritage Month! 🎉 Through October 15, we’re celebrating the rich cultures, histories and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities citywide. Thank you to the BCYF Blackstone team for creating this colorful display! ❤️

What should happen to the Jackson Mann site in Allston? 🏠 A new BCYF center & pool are locked in, but the City needs input on the rest: prioritizing affordable housing vs. holding space for a future school (or both?) Deadline extended to Sept 28! Take the survey at boston.gov/bcyf-jackson-mann!

‼️Reminder! BCYF Hennigan, BCYF Ohrenberger, and BCYF Jackson Mann will be temporarily closed during select hours today for staff training.

Go fish! 🎣 As an amazing summer winds down, teens from BCYF Jackson Mann wrapped up their group activities with a fishing excursion led by the Fishing Academy! Many thanks to Johnny Hoffman and Dan Marques from the Fishing Academy and our wonderful JMCC team for a great day on the water!

Several BCYF community centers will be temporarily closed during select hours on September 9, 15 and 16 while site staff participate in trauma-informed training. Swipe to see the affected locations and closure times. Thank you for your understanding!

‼️#BCYF Quincy Community Center pool will be closed today, 9/8, due to a burst pipe.

Labor Day reminder 📣 All BCYF centers will be closed on Monday, September 7, in observance of the holiday. See you Tuesday!

Life at #BCYF #Roslindale lately 💞 boston.gov/bcyf-roslindale

What’s happening at BCYF lately? Here’s a preview! 🔍 Catch up on the latest news, programs, events, and updates from across our community centers: https://ow.ly/uqjg50ZHYYB

Last chance for a swim! BCYF Clougherty Pool and BCYF Curley Beach will close for the season after Sunday, September 6. Sunday is the final day to visit. Check hours before heading out: boston.gov/bcyf-aquatics

Boston After Dark kept Friday nights busy at BCYF centers across the city this summer 🌙 Big thanks to Boston Office of Youth Engagement and Advancement for bringing Boston After Dark to communities citywide and to everyone who came out and made each night one to remember! 💙

Boston After Dark is closing out summer at the beach! 🏖️ Join us at BCYF Curley *TONIGHT* from 5–8 p.m. for airbrush tattoos, soccer and inflatables, live art, an eSports tournament, raffles and free food beginning at 6 p.m. boston.gov/after-dark

BCYF Mattahunt Community Center in #Mattapan will be closed this Saturday, August 29, for a BPS maintenance project.

Boston After Dark is closing out summer at the beach! 🏖️ Join us at BCYF Curley this Friday, Aug. 28, from 5–8 p.m. for airbrush tattoos, soccer and inflatables, live art, an eSports tournament, raffles and free food beginning at 6 p.m. boston.gov/after-dark

BCYF Menino Community Center in #Roslindale will adjust their hours to 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. tomorrow, Thursday, August 27, so they can help out and participate in the annual Block Party at the Archdale housing development.

Early Voting for the Tuesday, September 1, State Primary runs through Friday, August 28, 2026. Today, Tuesday, August 25, voters have multiple options to vote early. Find a convenient time and location here: boston.gov/vote-early