The 27th Annual Roxbury International Film FestivalJune 19–27, 2025Various locations across Roxbury and Greater BostonNow in its 27th year, the Roxbury International Film Festival (RoxFilm) celebrates people of color from around the world through provocative, entertaining, and fiercely independent cinema. Join us for nine days of film screenings, daily script reads, workshops, panels, filmmaker hangouts, […]
Apply Now: MPDC’s 2025 Scholarship ProgramDeadline: Friday, June 20, 2025 at 5:00 PM Madison Park Development Corporation is awarding $50,000 in scholarships to help local students and participants continue their education! Scholarships are available to high school seniors or MPDC participants graduating in Spring/Summer 2025 who have been accepted into a college or are pursuing […]
MPDC's Health Fair 2025Saturday, June 28, 202511:00 AM – 2:00 PMHibernian Hall, 184 Dudley Street, Roxbury, MA 02119 Join MPDC’s Health, Equity, and Wellness Team for Health Fair 2025! This annual event welcomes all ages to enjoy a day of free health-focused activities, wellness resources, and community connection. The day kicks off with a community […]
SummerROX Sessions 2025 Dates: July 7 – August 14, 2025Days: Monday through ThursdayTime: 11:00 AM – 3:30 PMLocation: Ruggles Street and Dewitt Corner ParkFREE supervised outdoor activities for youth, including kickball, dodgeball, basketball, arts & crafts, and wellness sessions. In partnership with DREAM and Whittier Street Health Center. Contact: Wil Smart, Community Support Program Manager📧 […]
National Night Out 2025 – Roxbury Date: Monday, August 4, 2025Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PMMary Hannon Park, 621 Dudley StreetJoin neighbors, Mayor Michelle Wu, BPD leadership, and Boston’s crime watch groups for this citywide celebration of community safety. Free food, entertainment, and kids activities!More Info: Visit BPDnews.com or contact your district CSO at 617-343-4278
Youth-Led Mock Hearing with City Councilor Julia Mejia Friday, August 8, 202511:00 AM – 1:00 PMIanella Chamber, 5th FloorBoston City Hall1 City Hall Square, Boston, MA 02108Join City Councilor Julia Mejia for a dynamic, youth-led mock hearing at Boston City Hall. This interactive experience gives young people a platform to explore civic engagement and decision-making […]
Orchard Night Out 2025 Date: Friday, August 8, 2025Time: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PMLocation: Edna Bynoe ParkCelebrate summer with family fun, food, music, and games at Orchard Night Out! Enjoy a live DJ, classic cookout bites, and activities for all ages. Contact: Wil Smart, Community Support Program Manager📧 [email protected] | 📞 617.849.6239
Active Threat & Shelter in Place Training for the CommunityHosted by Boston Police B-2 Community Service Office in partnership with MPDC Tuesday, August 12, 20256:00 PM – 7:00 PM122 Dewitt Drive, Roxbury, MADescription:Join the Boston Police Department’s B-2 Community Service Office for community training on how to respond during an active threat and properly shelter […]
The Link Up: A Forum For Teens Run By Teens Hosted by: Boston Children’s Hospital Social Media Coalition Date: Wednesday, August 14, 2025Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PMat The Dewitt Center, 122 Dewitt Drive, Roxbury, MAJoin local teen leaders and community partners for The Link Up, a youth-led forum focused on addressing social media challenges, […]
Fitness with Dinach Friday, August 15, 20251:30 PM – 3:30 PMThe Dewitt Center, 122 Dewitt Drive, Roxbury, MA 02120Join MPDC and Dinach for an interactive fitness workshop focused on building a personalized fitness plan and breaking down barriers to wellness. Learn new strategies, move your body, and stay energized with water and snacks provided.Bonus: Attend […]