Spring has finally sprung! Now that the weather is finally nice and everybody is breaking out their shorts and flip-flops, it’s time to make some outdoor plans for a little fun in the sun! This month’s resources focus mostly on outdoor activities and events to kick off the summer, along with a resource for Mental Health Month and an opportunity to get involved with the government.
Memorial Day Open House at the MFA
The Museum of Fine Arts in Boston is inviting families to visit the museum for an activity-filled Memorial Day! This family-friendly (and free!) open house has something for everyone. Dance along to Latin American music, enjoy Technicolor musicals presented by our film program, or participate in family art-making activities. Check out the list of events and programs happening from 10am-4:45pm on the MFA website.
The Highland Street Foundation, in partnership with the Boston Red Sox and the City of Boston, is launching a new program called Out of the Park. Three times this season they will be showing a Red Sox away game at a public park in Boston while recreating the excitement of Yawkey Way and Fenway Park for the community! The events will take place on Sunday, May 25 at the Ramsay Park in Roxbury, Sunday, June 22 at the Franklin Park in Dorchester, and Sunday, July 27 at the Boston Common.
Mental Health America Resources
In honor of National Mental Health Month, Mental Health America has created several tools and resources to helps individuals, families, and organizations take positive actions to protect mental health and promote whole wealth. From a calendar of daily tips to stay positive and happy, to quick online screenings of four common conditions for individuals, Mental Health America has provided everything you need to make the month of May a positive time to build public recognition about the importance of mental health!
Governor’s Statewide Youth Counsel
Governor Deval Patrick created the Governor’s Statewide Youth Council to incorporate youth voices into the policy-making process. The Youth Council serves as a critical resource in advising the Governor in making decisions and setting policy to improve the lives of young people throughout the Commonwealth. The Governor’s Office will be selecting 28 new Youth Council members to serve for two years and represent Massachusetts’ 14 counties, two Council members per county. Applicants should be passionate, motivated and emerging leaders between the ages of 14 and 20. The application deadline is May 29.
On Saturday, May 31, the DCR Universal Access Program is holding a FREE adaptive rec fair at Artesani Park in Brighton from 10am-3pm. At this fair, you’ll be able to participate in variety of fun adaptive activities like biking, hiking, kite decorating, and power soccer demonstrations! It will feature cool equipment and local organizations like PYD! We hope to see you there! Check out the DCR Facebook page or call (617) 626-1294 for more details!
Looking for something fun to do this summer? Well, look no further! The Boston Center for Youth and Families has created a jam-packed guide with summer events happening in all the Boston neighborhoods. In the guide you can find something for everyone, whether it’s a traditional summer day camp or a sports league, a new rock climbing instruction program or educational offering – it’s all there! So, grab your calendar and start making plans so that this summer is filled with adventure and fun!