Dorchester Family Engagement Network

08/26/2026

There’s a Resource Fair this Friday, August 28, 2026 at the Family Nurturing Center on 200 Bowdoin street!

This Friday!

08/25/2026

The Park Project is this Saturday, August 29, 2026 from 11-6PM at Ross Playground in Hyde Park a s it’s full of fun for the community!

HP Day is coming to Ross Playground! 🎉

Join The Park Project for a fun-filled day of music, dancing, games, cooked food, basketball, kickball, and more!🍔

📅 Saturday, August 29
⏰ 11 AM–6 PM
📍 Ross Playground, Hyde Park

Bring your family, friends, and neighbors and come enjoy a great day of community fun!

08/24/2026

The Citywide Countdown to Kindergarten event is happening tomorrow, Tuesday, August 25, 2026
From 4:30 - 7:30 pm at:

Boston Children's Museum
308 Congress Street
Boston, MA 02210

All children who are entering BPS Kindergarten and
Boston Pre-K (which includes community-based organizations, independent schools, and family child care) in the upcoming school year are invited to attend with their families!

No need to pre-register, just show up!

Children are encouraged to wear their yellow Countdown to Kindergarten t-shirt!

Countdown to Kindergarten will offer transportation services to and from select locations around the city. This service will be offered on a first-come, first-serve basis. Learn more below. Email Kacy Hughes or call (617)635-6816 with any questions.

08/21/2026

The YMCA 175 Fest is this Sunday, August 23, 2026 at Boston City Hall Plaza from 12-5PM! Come join the fun!

08/20/2026

Mayor Wu’s Block Party is today from 5-8PM! There will be food, drinks, games, and music in the area of Augustus Ave. - Poplar St. to Whitford St.

Join Mayor Wu for a FREE, family-friendly evening featuring food, drinks, games, and live music by Zoë Knight & Mythical Beasts! 🎶

📅 Thursday, August 20, 2026
⏰ 5:00–8:00 PM
📍 Augustus Ave. — Poplar St. to Whitford St.

Bring the family, grab your neighbors, and come enjoy a night of community, music, and FUN! 🙌

👉 RSVP: https://bit.ly/mayorwublockparty26

08/19/2026

The 26th annual Boston Gospel Fest is on August 30, 2026 from 5-8PM at City Hall Plaza!

🎶 Boston Gospel Fest is Back!

Enjoy an uplifting evening of music, community, and celebration at the 26th Annual Boston Gospel Fest featuring gospel artist Todd Galberth!

📍 City Hall Plaza
📅 August 30
🕔 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Bring your family and friends for one of Boston’s favorite summer traditions. You won’t want to miss it! 🙌🎵
https://www.boston.gov/news/city-boston-announces-26th-annual-gospel-fest

08/18/2026

Free haircuts for kids from K to 12 on September 7, 2026 at Hyde Park!

Free haircuts for kids K-12 on September 7, 9am-5pm at Front Line Of Fresh Barbershop in Hyde Park at 185 Wolcott Sq, Hyde Park, 02136
- No registration required, first come first serve
- No designs

Scan the QR code on the left or use the link below to donate to "School Supplies" Amazon Wishlist ✏📓
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/12BNX05DCMDXC?ref_=wl_share

Scan the QR code on the right to enter a raffle for the chance to win a Dell laptop or Ipad

Raffle Participation Instructions Below:

🎟️ How to Access the Raffle Bracket

📱 Scanning the QR Code from Your Device

• iPhone: Save and open the flyer in Photos, then press and hold the QR code. Tap the link that appears.

• Android / Samsung: Save and open the flyer in Gallery or Google Photos, then tap the Google Lens / QR icon and select the link. (Alternatively: Press and hold the Home button to use Circle to Search or launch your digital assistant).
📝 How to Enter

1. Check Available Spaces: Scan the QR code to view the live sheets and find open numbers.

2. Send Payment & Reserve: Pay using any method below and include your selected number(s) in the payment note.

3. Confirmation: Your number(s) will be officially confirmed on the sheet once payment is received!

💳 Payment Options
• CashApp:$FrontLineOfFresh
• PayPal:
• Zelle:[email protected]
• In-Person Selections: Cash

⚠️ REQUIRED IN PAYMENT NOTE: Include your Selected Number(s), Full Name, Phone Number, Raffle Choice and Raffle Location.

08/17/2026

If you are new to Boston or your children are new to Boston Public Schools, then join this Back to School webinar on September 1, 2026 at 5:30PM!

08/14/2026

Welcome to Kindergarten with Countdown to Kindergarten is happening all around Boston this month! Please check the different locations (mostly libraries) that you can attend! The Citywide Kindergarten Celebration is at the Boston Children’s Museum on August 25, 2026!

08/14/2026

Adults need to have fun too! Join the Adult Summer Reading Party on August 26, 2026 from 3-5PM Brighton Branch of the Boston Public Library!

Surprise! We are having a party at the of the month to celebrate the conclusion of Adult Summer Reading. Join us on Wednesday, August 26th from 3-5 PM on our patio for free food, board games, and crafts.