For those new to PYD, Rivka Barrett served as our Ambassador of Mentoring in 2014-2015, and she’s stayed involved as a PYD board member since moving on. Currently, she’s working for an awesome new service for youth with autism, and wants to share a little bit about it so PYD families can take advantage! After I graduated from […]
July is a busy month! Be sure to enjoy the beautiful summery weather with these events. Boston Harborfest. Kick off July 4th early with Boston Harborfest! This huge Independence Day festival is happening on July 1st-July 5th in various central Boston neighborhoods. Enjoy fireworks, entertainers, historical reenactments, music, Harbor cruises, walking tours, and Chowderfest! Most events are free. Volunteer […]
Need ideas for how to enjoy this beautiful, summery weather? Well, if you want recommendations outside of the usual activities of camping or going to the beach (slathered with sunscreen!), go no further! DCR Univeral Access Summer Recreation Fair. Don’t miss the DCR Universal Access Summer Recreation Fair at Artesani Park in Brighton on May 30th. Stroll by the Charles River & sign up for summer programs […]
Finally, the snow is almost completely gone and we can go out and have fun! Enjoy the warmer weather this month with these activities and events. What To Do in Boston This Month! Transition/Adult Services Disability Resource Fair. On Friday, April 10th, the Franciscan Hospital for Children Transition & Adult Services Resource Fair runs 1:00pm–4:00pm, and is […]
Wish you saw more people with disabilities in the movies? Me too. That’s why, on Monday, March 2nd, I attended the closing night of the 4th Annual ReelAbilities Boston Film Festival at Somerville Theatre in Davis Square. Four short international films were shown that evening, followed by a Q&A with one of the filmmakers. The first film Keep […]
Hey PYD community! Spring starts on March 21st. We’re super excited, even though there’s still snow on the ground. Here’s our list of fun things to do this month (along with a separate section on summer job/internship and scholarship opportunities!). Ignore the Snow, Embrace More Hours of Daylight! CraftBoston Spring Show. Tomorrow, check out awesome […]
It’s been a crazy month so far with all these snow days! And don’t forget about Valentine’s Day and Presidents’ Day this weekend, not to mention upcoming February vacations for many students. With all of these special occasions in mind, we’ve recommended lots of fun activities for you and the whole family! Harvard Coop for Kids: […]
Whoa, 2015 is off to a busy start! You won’t have any shortage of things to do this month. Youth Mentoring Day at the Massachusetts State House. Partners for Youth with Disabilities will be one of four mentoring organizations highlighted at Youth Mentoring Day at the Massachusetts State House at 10am-1pm on Thursday, January 22nd! There’ll […]
Autism-friendly performance of “Urban Nutcracker.” Don’t miss this autism-friendly performance of “The Urban Nutcracker” at John Hancock Hall in Boston on Saturday, December 20th at 11am! The perfomance includes house lights at half capacity, with sounds lower in volume and intensity. There’s also a quiet area and volunteers available to help if needed. Most importantly, you […]
Rhianon Elan Gutierrez is a Boston-based storyteller working at the intersection of media, education, and cultural inclusion. She infuses film, multimedia design, disability culture, and Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to create active, inclusive, and flexible learning spaces that support the needs and interests of variable learners. We were lucky to have her as one […]