Boston Centers for Youth & Families

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The official Bluesky account of Boston Centers for Youth & Families. We manage over 30 facilities, including community centers and pools.

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Boston Centers for Youth & Families@bcyf· 25d

Life at BCYF Tynan lately. 📸☀️ Safe to say it's been a busy (and fun!) summer. Here's a few snapshots of what everyone's been up to.

Two boys playing air hockey in a brightly decorated room with sports-themed wall art and hexagonal patterns.

Three girls playing mini golf on a green course with a blue water hazard and stone wall surrounding the area.

Young girl dribbling a basketball through orange cones in a gym with a coach watching nearby.

Group of ten diverse teenagers standing together outdoors near a playground on a sunny day.

Boston Centers for Youth & Families@bcyf· 25d

🛼Join BCYF for four Family Nights at Chez Vous! 🛼 Special thanks to Chez Vous for donating the use of the rink, Boston Public Health Commission Violence Prevention Program for sponsoring food, and Boston Police Department for providing on-site support. 📍Register at Boston.gov/BCYF-Girls

Boston Centers for Youth & Families@bcyf· 26d

Summer 2026 in Boston makes for a pretty great photography classroom. 📷☀️ The BCYF SnapShot Photography Program has been out exploring the city, building their skills, and capturing Boston one frame at a time. Stay tuned—we'll be sharing some of their photos soon! 👀

Group of nine young people posing on rocks by the waterfront with a city skyline in the background under a clear blue sky.

Boston Centers for Youth & Families@bcyf· 27d

Boston: issues a heat advisory. 🥵 BCYF Condon Summer Youth Program: stays cool.😎 The BCYF Condon Summer Youth Program kicked off week one with a fun cool-down!

Two youth laugh and smile on a slip and slide.

Two children sliding and splashing on a blue slip-and-slide outdoors on a sunny day.

Joyful boy sliding down a blue water slide with splashes around him on a sunny day.

Smiling boy with curly hair lying on a bright blue water slide under the sun.

Boston Centers for Youth & Families@bcyf· 27d

BCYF Holland Community Center in #Dorchester will be closing at 5:00 p.m. today, Wednesday, July 15, due to a staffing issue.

Boston Centers for Youth & Families@bcyf· 27d

What can you build in 7 weeks? BCYF Vine Street teens recently learned AI, digital skills, and online safety through Tech We Can with Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet. They even trained AI models to recognize different objects and each earned a free laptop thanks to Tek Collaborative! 💻

Boston Centers for Youth & Families@bcyf· 28d

88 #BCYF youth rolled up and rolled out with brand-new skateboards, helmets, sneakers, and backpacks. 🛹 Thanks to Super Skate Posse, Adidas Skateboarding, Journeys, and Nora V. Explora for an incredible event that helped more Boston youth get rolling. 📸: Joe Brook-Photographer

Skateboarder performing a mid-air trick at a busy outdoor skate park on a sunny day.

Four boys wearing helmets proudly hold pink skateboards at a sunny skate park with ramps and trees in the background.

A smiling girl wearing a helmet is helped by an adult at an outdoor skateboarding event with other children waiting in line.

Young girl wearing a helmet learning to skateboard at a skate park with an adult holding her hand for support.

Boston Centers for Youth & Families@bcyf· 28d

BCYF x BPS Madison Park Pool can be a little tricky to find, so we made a quick guide! This starts from the BCYF Tobin/Roxbury Crossing MBTA side. Coming from the other way? Start at the fence across from Roxbury Heritage State Park and follow along! 📍75 Malcolm X Blvd boston.gov/bcyf-aquatics

Boston Centers for Youth & Families@bcyf· Jul 10

The first Boston After Dark was 🔥... and we're back with two more tonight! Join us tonight: 📍 BCYF Menino (#Roslindale): 5–8 p.m. 📍 BCYF Nazzaro (#NorthEnd): 5–7 p.m. 🍔 Free food & giveaways 🎵 Music by youth DJs More Boston After Dark events are happening this summer: Boston.gov/After-Dark

Group of five diverse teens smiling and posing together promoting Boston After Dark summer events for youth.

Boston Centers for Youth & Families@bcyf· Jul 10

Beating the heat at BCYF Clougherty Pool! ☀️ The water's cool, the sun's out, and summer is in full swing. Come cool off and join us! Free for Boston residents! Find hours, pool information, and register to swim at Boston.gov/BCYF-Clougherty. 📍#Charlestown

Boston Centers for Youth & Families@bcyf· Jul 8

Missed our latest newsletter? Here's a quick preview! Read the full edition to stay up to date with what's happening at #BCYF! 🔗 https://ow.ly/Y2RA50ZlOC0

Boston Centers for Youth & Families@bcyf· Jul 7

🏊 Good news! BCYF Clougherty Pool is back to its regular summer schedule through September 6. Swipe to view the full schedule, or visit Boston.gov/BCYF-Clougherty for more information. 📍345 Bunker Hill St., Charlestown See you at the pool! ☀️

A group of children and adults enjoy a sunny day in the shallow area of BCYF Clougherty Pool in Charlestown. White text over the lower half of the image reads, "Clougherty Pool is Back to Regular Summer Hours!"

Schedule graphic for the 2026 BCYF Clougherty Pool, effective July 7–September 6. Lap Swim: Tue & Thu 8:30–9:30 AM; Wed & Fri–Sun 8:30–10:45 AM. Camp Swim: Tue & Thu 9:45–10:45 AM; 15-minute maintenance break Wed & Fri–Sun. Recreation Swim: Tue–Sun 11:00 AM–6:30 PM. Boston residents only. No registration required. Walk-in, first come, first served. Boston.gov/BCYF-Clougherty.

Boston Centers for Youth & Families@bcyf· Jul 7

Good news! BCYF Draper Pool in #WestRoxbury has resumed regular hours. Yesterday's issue was resolved.

Boston Centers for Youth & Families@bcyf· Jul 6

BCYF Draper Pool is closed today, Monday, July 6, due to a mechanical issue. We will update as info becomes available. Find other BCYF swim locations at Boston.gov/bcyf-aquatics.

Boston Centers for Youth & Families@bcyf· Jun 30

🏊 A new place to make a splash this summer! Through a partnership between #BCYF and Boston Public Schools, the Madison Park High School Pool will open July 7 for community swimming. Open Tuesday–Saturday, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Free for Boston residents with a BCYF membership. Boston.gov/BCYF-Aquatics

A flyer with a background photo of a bright blue swimming pool and metal pool ladder announces that the Madison Park Pool will be open this summer. Through a partnership between Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF) and Boston Public Schools, the pool at Madison Park Technical Vocational High School, 75 Malcolm X Boulevard in Roxbury, will be open Tuesday, July 7 through Saturday, August 22, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday. Swimming is free for Boston residents with a BCYF membership. The flyer directs residents to Boston.gov/BCYF-Registration to create a free membership and Boston.gov/BCYF-Aquatics for more information and to reserve swim sessions.

Boston Centers for Youth & Families@bcyf· Jun 30

☘️ Welcome to Boston, Chris Cenac Jr. and Dillon Mitchell! First stop: #BCYF Tobin Community Center, where the Boston Celtics newest draft picks met with youth and inspired the next generation of Boston basketball players. 💚

Boston Centers for Youth & Families@bcyf· Jun 30

🎆 Planning a visit to BCYF this holiday weekend? Holiday hours will vary on July 3 & 4. Swipe through to see which community centers and pools are open and their holiday hours. Have a safe and happy Independence Day! Please note: This post has been updated to reflect the current holiday hours.

Boston Centers for Youth & Families@bcyf· Jun 24

🌅 A beautiful summer night on the water. Youth from #BCYF Roslindale, Marshall, Hennigan, Pino, and the Johnson-Tobin team celebrated months of hard work at BCYF Curley during this year's Big Splash Party, launching the boats they built by hand through the Community Boat Building program. 🚣

Boston Centers for Youth & Families@bcyf· Jun 23

🏊 Been to #BCYF #Clougherty Pool yet? Come dive in! Please note a temporary schedule adjustment beginning June 24: Tue–Fri: 11 AM–7 PM Sat–Sun: 8:30 AM–6:30 PM Mondays: Closed July 3 & 4: 10 AM–6 PM We're excited to welcome swimmers all summer long! We'll share updates as they become available.

Two swimmers enjoy a sunny day in a large outdoor pool with lifeguards on duty under red and white umbrellas.

Boston Centers for Youth & Families@bcyf· Jun 23

🌙 Boston After Dark is coming to BCYF #Blackstone! Join us THIS Friday, June 26 from 5–7 PM for free food, ice cream, games, activities, giveaways, a DJ, and more. 📍 BCYF Blackstone, 50 W Brookline St. #SouthEnd

Boston Centers for Youth & Families@bcyf· Jun 23

🎶 From rehearsals at #BCYF Condon to the Hatch Shell stage! Last week, BCYF Condon youth performed at Salsa at the Shell, part of the GroundBeat series on the Esplanade. Through BCYF Creates & a partnership with Boston Music Project, they shared their talents on one of Boston's most iconic stages.

View from a bandstand showing a large outdoor audience seated on grass with musicians playing brass instruments in the foreground.

Group of seven children sitting and standing in a room, holding wooden sticks and smiling, dressed in casual white and beige clothing.

Three children wearing white Condor t-shirts stand on stage behind a microphone, preparing to perform with a cello player in the background.

Group of children and adults posing together outdoors in a sunny park with green trees and a city building in the background.

Boston Centers for Youth & Families@bcyf· Jun 22

☕ #JamaicaPlain! Join Mayor Michelle Wu and City staff for Neighborhood Coffee Hours. ☕️ Stop by, share your ideas, and talk about your neighborhood directly with City leaders. 📅 Thursday, June 25 ⏰ 5:30PM - 6:30PM 📍#BCYF Curtis Hall See you there!

Mayor Michelle Wu engaging with two seniors at a community coffee event in Jamaica Plain on June 25.

Boston Centers for Youth & Families@bcyf· Jun 18

🏊 Looking to cool off this Saturday? The #BCYF Clougherty Pool in #Charlestown officially opens on June 20! Make a splash, swim some laps, or just beat the heat all summer long. Boston residents can create a free BCYF membership at Boston.gov/BCYF-Registration and jump right in. 🤿

Boston Centers for Youth & Families@bcyf· Jun 17

❤️🖤💚 In observance of Juneteenth, all BCYF centers will be closed on Friday, 6/19. Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery in the United States and honors the resilience, achievements, and contributions of Black Americans. Learn more about City of Boston Juneteenth events 🔗boston.gov/juneteenth

Boston Centers for Youth & Families@bcyf· Jun 16

💃🕺 Thanks to everyone who came out to dance with us at #BCYF Blackstone's Salsa in the Park! The courtyard was dancing! From salsa lessons and live performances to social dancing and community connection, it was an afternoon full of rhythm, movement, and fun. Thanks for bringing the energy! 🎶

Boston Centers for Youth & Families@bcyf· Jun 15

💖✨ Girls Leadership Corps is here! ✨💖 Kick off the weekend with our #Juneteenth Skate Night this Friday, June 19, then keep the fun going at Girls Paint Night at #BCYF Hennigan on Wednesday, June 24! 🛼🎨 RSVP to Erika.Butler@boston.gov please, space fills up fast! 🔗 boston.gov/bcyf-girls

Colorful flyer announcing BCYF Girls Juneteenth Skate Night on June 18, 2026, from 5-8 PM for ages 14 and under at Chez Vous, Mattapan.

Flyer for BCYF Hennigan Girls Paint Night on June 24, 2026, from 4-7 p.m. for ages 8-14 at 200 Heath Street, Jamaica Plain.

Boston Centers for Youth & Families@bcyf· Jun 15

📞Your local #BCYF pool is calling... Summer '26 is here! Check out what's open (and opening soon) at BCYF pools (and 1 beach!) citywide. ☀️ Find pool hours, current status, and swim sessions at: Boston.gov/BCYF-Aquatics #Boston residents can register for free: Boston.gov/BCYF-Registration

Boston Centers for Youth & Families@bcyf· Jun 15

☕ #MissionHill! Join Mayor Michelle Wu and City staff for Neighborhood Coffee Hours. ☕️ Stop by, share your ideas, and talk about your neighborhood directly with City leaders. 📅Thursday, June 18 ⏰ 5:30PM - 6:30PM 📍 #BCYF Tobin See you there!

Mayor Michelle Wu shaking hands with two community members during a Neighborhood Coffee Hours event in Mission Hill.

Boston Centers for Youth & Families@bcyf· Jun 13

Hope to see you this afternoon! 💃🕺 #BCYF #SouthEnd

Flyer featuring yellow and blue accents with people salsa dancing outdoors.

Boston Centers for Youth & Families@bcyf· Jun 11

💦 Splish splash… #BCYF Hennigan Pool in #JamaicaPlain is back! 🏊 Join us for the official reopening as we celebrate with Mayor Michelle Wu and welcome this beloved community pool back for the summer. See you on June 22! 🤿 📅 Monday, June 22 🕒 3:45 PM 📍 BCYF Hennigan Community Center