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View AllThe Dewitt Center April – June 2019 Catalog
Posted April 25, 2019
We have lots of exciting programs, workshops, activities, and events planned at The Dewitt Center...
One Drop of Love at Hibernian Hall
Posted April 18, 2019
One Drop of Love; One-woman performance by Fanshen Cox. One Drop uses the ever-changing racial...
A family of first-time homebuyers at MPDC
Posted April 17, 2019
Congratulations to Madison Park Village (MPV) & Haynes House residents, Latara & Henrietta! They are MPDC’s most recent...
Latest Events
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Men of Color Wellness Summit
April 27 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Join the Male Engagement Network (MEN) for their Men of Color Wellness Summit. This event is to raise awareness in black and brown communities about mental health; as it pertains to men of color.
Mélange Boston: The Diaspora Dinner Party
April 28 @ 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm
“Mélange”, from the French word for mixture or medley, is a cultural celebration which has been hosted by LiteWork Events since 2017. This year, they are bringing the experience all together into one evening, as a single “Diaspora Dinner Party”. The event will consist of ethnic foods from various minority-owned restaurants, in addition to Afro Caribbean and Hip […]
CLASS FULL: MPDC’s 2019 OSHA-10 Class
April 29 @ 8:00 am - 3:30 pm
Sign up for training with MPDC to receive your OSHA-10 certification!
CLASS FULL: MPDC’s 2019 OSHA-10 Class
April 30 @ 8:00 am - 3:30 pm
Sign up for training with MPDC to receive your OSHA-10 certification!
Nutrition Cooking Demonstration
April 30 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Learn how to prepare healthy meals on a budget, connect with your neighbors, and enjoy a delicious meal! Join us for MPDC’s Nutrition Cooking Demonstrations in partnership with Daily Table & Dana Farber.
First Teacher Open Mic Night Fundraiser
May 2 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
First Teacher’s Open Mic Fundraising Event (21+) is an event designed to bring First Teacher stakeholders from all corners of the city together to celebrate their first five years together building the First Teacher movement. Their goal is to highlight the impact of a school-readiness movement from within: one that has been built, sustained and nurtured by the same families that participate. Please join them for a night of joyous community celebration and building on Thursday, May 2, 2019 at Hibernian Hall.
One Drop of Love with Fanshen Cox
May 3 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
One Drop of Love; One-woman performance by Fanshen Cox. One Drop uses the ever-changing racial categories on the U.S. Census as the historical backdrop to this interactive show. Throughout, the audience is asked to participate in defining and redefining these categories for themselves and one another. Fanshen parallels this history with her own, and her family’s, search for roots, identity and for justice. Audiences will travel from the 1700s to the present, to cities around the U.S., and to West and East Africa, to pursue more truth – leading to more justice – and then, perhaps to LOVE.
Mother’s Day Show and Dance: Two Kings and a Prince
May 4 @ 8:00 pm - May 5 @ 2:00 am
Mother’s Day Show and Dance: Two Kings and a Prince live at Hibernian Hall
Video Game Tournament @ The Dewitt Center
May 8 @ 5:00 pm - 7:45 pm
Do you think you’re the best gamer? Come enjoy an evening of friendly competition between Dewitt Center members to find out who is the best video game player.
Senior Beauty Day
May 10 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
The Dewitt Center is treating seniors to a relaxing beauty-filled day at Madison Park High School. Seniors can choose from a wash, blow dry & curl, wash & set, manicure, or pedicure. Space is limited RSVP required.
Jeopardy Night @ The Dewitt Center
May 17 @ 4:30 pm - 7:45 pm
Test your trivia knowledge, learn interesting facts, and win cool prizes.
Project STEP’s 26th Annual Spring Recital
May 19 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Join your community and celebrate diversity with an afternoon classical music concert from the award-winning students of Project STEP.
Movie Night @ The Dewitt Center
May 31 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Watch ‘Honey Rise Up & Dance’ while enjoying popcorn & refreshments! All ages welcome.
Kickball @ The Dewitt
June 5 @ 4:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Join us for an energetic evening of kickball at The Dewitt Center!
Senior Paint Day @ The Dewitt Center
June 7 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Join us for a creative day of painting – no experience needed! Everyone will leave with their own one of a kind masterpiece.
Save the Date: Garden Tea Party
June 8 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
You’re invited to an afternoon Garden Tea Party!Prize for “Best Hat” – Pocketbook scavenger hunt -‘Create Your Own Smoothie’ contest – and more!
Interaction Institute for Social Change 25th Anniversary Celebration
June 11 @ 6:30 pm - 10:30 pm
The Interaction Institue for Social Change is thrilled to be celebrating their 25th anniversary this year!
Join them in their celebration event, at the historic Hibernian Hall in Roxbury, Massachusetts on Tuesday, June 11, 2019 at 6:30pm. They expect over 150 guests – including nonprofit, foundation, business, government, education, and community leaders – to gather, learn from one another’s stories, celebrate, and enjoy local cuisine from people of color-owned businesses that share values with IISC. The event will include a cash bar, music, dancing, and more!
Karaoke Night @ The Dewitt Center
June 13 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Do you think you have what it takes to be crowned The Dewitt Center Karaoke Champion? Join us for an exciting evening of karaoke to find out!
Save the date: MPDC Unity Day
June 15 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
MPDC invites you for a day of fun celebrating our neighborhood!
Hibernian Hall presents: Bilal Live
June 15 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm
If there was one R&B artist for whom the neo-soul categorization seemed limiting, it was Philadelphia native Bilal. None of his recordings resembled the sycophantic worship of soul artists who thrived in the ’60 and ’70s, and it wasn’t just because his voice — classically trained, capable of singing opera in seven languages — was so unique.
Press
View AllOn MySouthEnd.com: CEDAC Honors Community Leader Mel King
Posted April 19, 2019
The Community Economic Development Assistance Corporation (CEDAC) honored former State Representative Mel King at its...
In the Boston Herald: Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy lives on
Posted April 05, 2019
On April 10, more than 200 are expected to attend the 14th anniversary of the...