Three children sit in auditorium at a spelling bee.
3 spellers remain for round 9 at the #BCYF Spelling Bee! Representing Edward Brook Charter School in #Mattapan, John Eliot K-8 in the #NorthEnd, and Winship Elementary in #Brighton!
Down to the final 3 spellers at the #BCYF bee! 🐝
A large auditorium fills with families, students, and staff seated in rows facing a stage. On stage, a big screen reads “Welcome to the 2026 BCYF Spelling Bee,” with rows of empty chairs set for participants. People are settling in and chatting as the event is about to begin.
🐝 It’s time! The 2026 #BCYF Spelling Bee is about to begin. Good luck to all of today’s spellers!
Three boys posing by a Celtics-themed basketball hoop setup with basketballs attached to the wall outdoors.
Diverse group of kids and adults posing together on a basketball court surrounded by urban buildings and leafless trees.
Child in a beige hoodie and red sneakers holding a framed Celtics photo and a card on an outdoor basketball court.
Children playing basketball on an outdoor court with adults coaching and a crowd watching in the background.
#BCYF Nazzaro welcomed the Boston Celtics for a Pop Fan Fest in the North End ☘️
With music, games, and activities on the court, it was a great afternoon for kids and families to come together and enjoy the space.
Thank you to the Celtics for partnering with us and supporting our community 💚
A lively group of diverse adults seated at tables in a bright community room, smiling and waving at the camera.
"Having the time of your life." 💃🎶
Senior Musical Bingo with the North End Music and Performance Art Center came to BCYF Gibbons in Charlestown and delivered exactly that.
#BCYF #Charlestown #BostonSeniors #CommunityFun
Group of children and adults in a gymnasium joining hands in a team huddle near a basketball court.
Children practicing soccer drills with multiple balls on a polished indoor gym floor under large windows and high ceilings.
Children practicing soccer drills with coaches in an indoor gymnasium featuring a climbing wall and a scoreboard showing 12-4.
Group of children and coaches gathered in a gymnasium for a basketball team huddle before practice.
Special Olympics Clinic at #BCYF Paris Street 💙⚽
In partnership with the New England Revolution athletes came together for a day on the field—focused on teamwork, confidence, and fun.
Big thanks to everyone who helped make this happen 👏
Flyer for “Aqua Cycling” at BCYF Draper Pool in West Roxbury. Image shows an indoor pool with stationary bikes submerged in water while participants pedal during a class. Text lists class times: Wednesdays at 7:30 PM and Thursdays at 10:00 AM. Described as a low-impact, high-intensity cardio workout using water resistance. Includes a QR code for registration.
Flyer for “Aqua Aerobics” at BCYF Draper Pool in West Roxbury. Image shows participants in a pool following an instructor while performing water exercises. Text lists class times: Wednesdays at 9:00 AM, Thursdays at 9:00 AM, and Saturdays at 10:00 AM. Described as a low-impact, full-body workout that improves strength, flexibility, and endurance; no swimming skills required. Includes a QR code for registration.
Underwater spin class? Say less 💦🚲
Aqua Cycling + Aqua Aerobics at BCYF Draper Pool = low-impact, full-body workouts
📍 BCYF Draper Pool, West Roxbury
🗓️ Weekly classes, mornings + evenings
boston.gov/bcyf-draper
#BCYF #WestRoxbury #BostonRec #AquaFitness #GetMoving
Flyer for a senior event featuring a photo of five older adults smiling and wearing colorful, festive hats while holding bingo cards at a community center table. Text reads: “Senior (55+) Musical Bingo with NEMPAC.” Thursday, March 26th, 1–2:30 PM at BCYF Gibbons Center, Charlestown. Description: Led by NEMPAC teaching artist Kristi Scaccia, this free drop-in program features 70s music classics. Open to all seniors 55+. Contact Laurie D’Elia at BCYF for more information at (617) 635-5175.
You can dance, you can jive 💃🎶
Join us this Thursday for Musical Bingo with 70s hits & great company at BCYF Gibbons in Charlestown!
🗓️ Thursday, March 26
⏰ 1–2:30 PM
✨ Free & open to seniors 55+
#BCYF #Charlestown #BostonSeniors #CommunityFun
Graphic promoting Aqua Aerobics at BCYF Condon Community Center, with class details (Tuesdays and Thursdays 6–7 PM starting March 24), instructor name, and listed physical and mental health benefits, plus a QR code for registration.
Not your average workout 💧
#BCYF Condon’s Aqua Aerobics is where low-impact meets high vibes—think strength, balance, and stress relief…all in the water. Join us next week!
Tues & Thurs | 6–7PM
Starts March 24 | 18+
boston.gov/bcyf-condon
#Boston #SouthBoston #Wellness #ActiveLiving
BCYF Charlestown vs. Blackstone did not disappoint ⚽️🔥
A great matchup and great sportsmanship to match. Fast-paced, competitive, and full of strong plays from both teams.
Love seeing this kind of energy across #BCYF sites.
#Boston #YouthSports #Futsal #PlayLocal
Two BCYF flyers promoting youth volleyball leagues at Marshall Community Center in Dorchester. One is for girls (Wednesdays, April 8–June 3) and one for boys (Thursdays, April 9–June 4), ages 9–12, with volleyball graphics and a QR code for registration.
Two BCYF flyers promoting youth volleyball leagues at Marshall Community Center in Dorchester. One is for girls (Wednesdays, April 8–June 3) and one for boys (Thursdays, April 9–June 4), ages 9–12, with volleyball graphics and a QR code for registration.
Ready to serve this April? 🏐🔥
#BCYF Girls & Boys Volleyball Leagues at Marshall Community Center in #Dorchester kick off next month for ages 9–12. Learn the game, build confidence, and compete across BCYF sites.
boston.gov/bcyf-marshall
#Boston #YouthSports #Volleyball #PlayLocal #BostonFamilies
Flyer for City of Boston 2026 dog licensing and low-cost rabies clinics. Lists fees for licensing and vaccines, requirements (leashed dogs, cats in carriers), and Saturday dates from March–June at BCYF and partner locations. Highlights March 21 event at BCYF Roche in West Roxbury. Illustrated dogs and cats along the bottom.
See you this Saturday in #WestRoxbury at #BCYF Roche! 🐶💉
Join us March 21 at BCYF Roche Community Center (1716 Centre St.) from 10AM–2PM for dog licensing and low-cost rabies vaccines.
Keep your pets safe, healthy, and up to date. 💙
#Boston #PetSafety #DogLicense #RabiesVaccine
Group of young athletes and adults posing indoors with trophies in a gymnasium featuring sponsor banners on the wall.
An older man holding a basketball up in a gymnasium surrounded by children watching and sitting on benches.
Three young boys standing on a gym basketball court holding trophies, with one boy also holding a basketball, in front of sponsor banners on the wall.
Four children holding trophies and a basketball stand with two adults in a gymnasium with sponsor banners on the wall behind them.
Nothing says St. Patrick’s Day in #SouthBoston like the foul shooting contest ☘️🏀
#BCYF Tynan welcomed nearly 100 participants for this long-standing community tradition, kicking off a month of events leading up to the parade.
Big shoutout to staff, partners, and volunteers who made it happen! 👏
A group of adults and children gathered in a cozy classroom with colorful rugs and bean bags, engaging in conversation and activities.
A group of adults and children gathered in a colorful classroom with bean bags and educational materials, engaging in reading and conversation.
A woman reading a book to a group of young children seated on a couch and beanbag in a cozy room with artwork on the wall.
A group of adults and young children gathered in a cozy room with colorful artwork on the wall, engaging in interactive play and reading.
Storytime came to life at #BCYF Charlestown! 📚 Teaching Artists from the Boch Center led an interactive reading of “Say Something!” by Peter H. Reynolds during Toddler Time, inviting little ones to move, react, and express themselves through the story.
Blue flyer for a BCYF Adaptive Swim event. Text reads: “Adaptive Swim – Making Waves Together!” The event takes place Saturday, March 14 from 2–3 p.m. at BCYF Mason Pool. It invites families to join a sensory-friendly swim session designed for swimmers who benefit from individualized support. The flyer notes that trained instructors and smaller groups help swimmers build comfort, confidence, and water safety skills. A QR code links to more information on the BCYF Adaptive Swim Project.
BCYF Adaptive Swim offers sensory-friendly swim sessions designed to help swimmers with sensory or developmental differences build comfort, confidence & water safety skills. 🌊
Join us tomorrow at #BCYF Mason Pool in #Roxbury for supportive swim time with trained instructors.
boston.gov/bcyf-mason
Youth proudly display their finished handmade skirts and shorts in different colors and patterns during a BCYF Creates sewing class at Roslindale Community Center.
Youth sit at sewing machines during a BCYF Creates class at Roslindale Community Center, learning how to sew fabric pieces together.
Youth kneel on the floor cutting fabric patterns during a BCYF Creates sewing class at Roslindale Community Center.
Two children stand outside the BCYF Roslindale Community Center holding fabric pieces, smiling after participating in a BCYF Creates sewing program.
Move over, Prada. The next generation of designers is at #BCYF Roslindale. ✂️
Through BCYF Creates, youth are learning sewing skills and turning fabric into their own handmade skirts, shorts, and original designs.
boston.gov/bcyf-creates
Orange flyer with illustrated flowers and vases promoting “Give Her Flowers Crafter-noon.” The event invites youth to attend an afternoon of art, crafts, and live performance with their mom, auntie, mentor, or friend. Saturday, March 21, 2026 from 11 AM–2 PM at BCYF Mattahunt Community Center, 100 Hebron Street, Mattapan. RSVP Erika.Butler@boston.gov .
Flyer for BCYF Girls Initiative Skate Night on a bright pink background with illustrated roller skates. Text reads: “BCYF Girls Initiative Women & Girls Skate Night. Friday, March 27, 2026, 5–8 PM. Ages 14 and under. Chez Vous Roller Skating Rink, 11 Rhodes Street, Mattapan. RSVP Erika.Butler@boston.gov .” BCYF and partner logos appear at the bottom.
#Mattapan! BCYF Girls is hosting two events this month 💗
🛼 Girls Skate Night — Mar 27, 5–8 PM @ Chez Vous
🌼 “Give Her Flowers” Crafter-noon — Mar 21, 11 AM–2 PM @ #BCYF Mattahunt
Join us for skating, art, creativity & fun!
RSVP: Erika.Butler@boston.gov
Don’t sleep on the seniors. 💃
Older adults at #BCYF Grove Hall joined a chair dance workshop with instructors from the Alvin Ailey Active Aging program — warming up, dancing, and creating choreography inspired by words like joy and freedom.
#ActiveAging #Boston
Athlete in a red beanie signs a soccer ball for a young fan inside a gym with brick walls.
Young boy in blue shirt dribbling an orange soccer ball on an indoor gym court during a game.
Children sitting on a gym floor listening attentively to a coach during a basketball practice session.
A young boy holding a basketball card poses with a man in sportswear inside a gym with brick walls and wooden floors.
⚽ Special clinic at #BCYF Paris Street in East Boston!
The @nerevolution.bsky.social community engagement team joined youth this week — along with defender Andrew Farrell — for a Touches for C.H.A.N.G.E. clinic.
Each participant left with a ball, bag & signed player card 💙
See you at #BCYF Perkins in #Dorchester tomorrow!
Flyer for a Mass General Brigham Community Care Van clinic at BCYF Paris Street Community Center, 112 Paris Street in East Boston, on March 6 from 10 AM–1:30 PM. Services include blood pressure screening, diabetes screening, colorectal cancer screening, and flu and COVID vaccines. Walk-ins welcome with no appointment required.
A Community Care Van clinic is coming to #BCYF Paris Street in #EastBoston tomorrow 💙
Free screenings for blood pressure, diabetes & colorectal cancer, plus flu + COVID vaccines.
📍112 Paris St
🗓️ March 6
⏰ 10am–1:30pm
Walk in — no appointment needed. All insurance accepted.
Newsletter page for BCYF Beverly Gibbons Community Center in Charlestown highlighting March activities for older adults, including bingo, chair yoga, low-impact aerobics, coffee and conversation, and tech help. Photos show older adults crafting, socializing indoors, and relaxing together outside.
March 2026 activity calendar for BCYF Beverly Gibbons Community Center showing daily programs for older adults such as advocacy support, coffee and conversation, cardio exercise, chair yoga, bingo, crafts, and special events like a St. Patrick’s Day party.
March is packed at #BCYF Beverly Gibbons! 💙
Bingo, chair yoga, cardio, crafts, and coffee with friends — BGCC older adults have a full calendar this month.
Don’t get FOMO — come join the fun in #Charlestown!
🔗 boston.gov/bcyf-gibbons
🗞️ EXTRA, EXTRA!
#BCYF March News is here 💙
Tap to read in full: https://ow.ly/ccQj50YoNNv
Group of children and instructor in a swimming pool participating in a water exercise class near a basketball hoop.
Children and an adult playing and splashing water in an indoor swimming pool during a swim lesson.
Children practicing swimming kicks while holding the pool edge in an indoor pool with a coach observing.
Group of diverse people standing in a swimming pool listening to two instructors during a water exercise class.
Youth ages 7–12 at the #BCYF Marshall Community Center in #Dorchester are building life-saving swim skills while having a blast in the pool! 🏊♂️🏊♀️🤿
Learn more about programming at Marshall: boston.gov/bcyf-marshall
Year of the Horse energy on the futsal court at #BCYF Quincy in Chinatown 🐎⚽
Boys futsal brought speed, teamwork, and nonstop hustle to the game.
🔗 boston.gov/bcyf-quincy
Three people standing together in a large indoor swimming pool with clear water and a blue floating mat nearby.
Indoor swimming pool with a blue mat along the edge and a colorful balloon arch near the exit door.
Four children smiling and posing together in an indoor swimming pool with blue walls and a balloon decoration in the background.
Flyer for “Aqua Cool-Down Bingo” at BCYF Draper Pool. Blue water-themed design with splash graphics and bingo balls. Text reads: “Relax. Cool Down. Play Bingo.” Starts Wednesday, March 18 at 10:30 AM. Location: BCYF Draper Pool, 5275 Washington Street, West Roxbury, MA 02132. Phone: 617-635-5021. Website: boston.gov/bcyf-draper. QR code included for registration.
#BCYF Draper’s Pop Star Pool Party in #WestRoxbury made the whole pool ✨ shimmer ✨
Next up: Aqua Cool-Down BINGO. 🧊🎱
🔗 boston.gov/bcyf-draper
Just a few glimpses of an action-packed February Vacation at #BCYF 👀
Hope to see you at the next one! 💛
Young basketball players sitting on wooden bleachers during a game or practice session indoors.
Children playing basketball indoors with some wearing black and others yellow jerseys, while a referee observes the game.
Youth basketball players sitting on a gym floor listening to two coaches during practice.
Youth basketball team posing with coaches on a gym court under a basketball hoop.
February Vacation was looking great last week at #BCYF Tobin! 🏀
Our Black History Month Basketball Tournament brought Mission Hill youth together for hoops, hustle, and history 🖤💛 — building skills, confidence, and community on and off the court.
🔗 boston.gov/bcyf-tobin
Last Friday, we celebrated National Girls in Sports Day at #BCYF #Ohrenberger with three incredible partners — Suffolk University's women's lacrosse team led a lacrosse clinic, UMass Boston brought the basketball, and Beat the Streets NE introduced the girls to wrestling. 💜🥍🏀🤼♀️
📸 See #Allston through a different lens!
BCYF Jackson Mann is hosting 2 FREE Intro to Digital Photography workshops (ages 14+).
Learn 35mm basics, print your work, and explore your creativity.
Sign up: boston.gov/bcyf-jackson-mann
#BCYF #BCYFCreates #BostonTeens #YouthArts
