DCR outdoor activities around the Boston area, Summer of 2013

Friends of Alewife Reservation (FAR)

Ongoing Summer Series

Free Family Flicks presented by WBZ 1030 News Radio and DCR
Grab the kids, some snacks, insect repellent, a blanket and head to the park! Movies begin at sunset, weather permitting. Movies may be subject to change. Parking is limited. For info, call WBZ Free Family Flick hotline at 617-787-7200 or DCR at 617-333-7405.

Despicable Me

July 16, Martini Shell, Truman Parkway, Hyde Park

Wreck It Ralph

July 23, Martini Shell, Truman Parkway, Hyde Park
July 27, Malibu Beach, Morrissey Boulevard, Dorchester

Here Comes The Boom

July 30, Martini Shell, Truman Parkway, Hyde Park
August 1, Pope John Paul II Park, Gallivan Boulevard, Dorchester

Madagascar 3

August 6, Martini Shell, Truman Parkway Hyde Park
August 8, Pope John Paul II Park, Gallivan Boulevard Dorchester

Rise of the Guardians

August 13, Martini Shell, Truman Parkway, Hyde Park
August 15, Pope John Paul II Park, Gallivan Boulevard, Dorchester

Jack the Giant Slayer

August 20, Cass Recreation Complex, Martin Luther King Boulevard, Roxbury
August 22, Pope John Paul II Park, Gallivan Boulevard, Dorchester

Oz, The Great and Powerful

August 24, Marine Park, Day Boulevard, South Boston
August 27, Cass Recreation Complex, Martin Luther King Boulevard, Roxbury
August 29, Pope John Paul II Park, Gallivan Boulevard, Dorchester

Locations

Marine Park
Martini Shell
Malibu Beach
Pope John Paul II Park
Cass Recreation Complex

More Events

Saturday, August 3, 1:00 - 4:00 pm

Dorothy Quincy Homestead Open House. The Dorothy Quincy Homestead is located at the intersection of Hancock Street. and Butler Street in Quincy. For more info, visit http://www.nscda.org/ma/quincy_homestead.php. A National Historic Landmark, the Quincy Homestead is significant for its role in early American history, for its architecture, and for its Quincy family association. In addition to the architecture and furnishings, docents share stories of the Quincy family during the colonial era. The tours are FREE. Donations welcome. In addition, the grounds of the Quincy Homestead can be visited during daylight hours. This small park, owned and maintained by the DCR, can be accessed through the driveway gate.

Saturdays and Sundays through Labor Day, 12:00 - 3:30 pm

Weekend Fort Tours Fort Independence Tours at Castle Island, South Boston. Castle Island and Fort Independence are located at the end of Day Boulevard in South Boston. For more info, visit http://www.mass.gov/dcr/parks/metroboston/castle.htm . Castle Island is the oldest continuously fortified site in British North America! The first fort on Castle Island was built in 1634 for the coastal defense of Boston. Fort Independence, a pentagonal five-bastioned fort built between 1834 and 1851, is Castle Island's 8th fort and was built with granite from the quarries in Rockport, MA. FREE one-hour tours of Fort Independence are sponsored by the Castle Island Association in partnership with the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR).

Thursday Evenings, July 11 - August 29, 7:00 pm - dusk

Fort Independence Twilight Skyline Viewing, Castle Island, South Boston. Castle Island and Fort Independence are located at the end of Day Boulevard in South Boston. http://www.mass.gov/dcr/parks/metroboston/castle.htm . Enjoy a scenic sunset over the Boston Skyline from atop Fort Independence every Thursday evening from June through August (except July 4), hosted by volunteers from the Castle Island Association. Visitors for Twilight Skyline Viewing may stroll around the upper level of the Fort along Fronts 4, 5 and 1 and Shirley & Winthrop Bastions to enjoy the wonderful view and cooling coastal breezes.

Tuesday & Thursday mornings, July 9 - August 29, 7:00 - 7:45 am

Martini Shell Park Summer AM Boot Camp hosted by Hyde Park YMCA. Meet at Martini Shell Park at 1015 Truman Parkway in Hyde Park. http://www.mass.gov/dcr/parks/metroboston/mart.htm . Jump-start your day with our FREE Summer Boot Camp heart-pounding exercise, repetitive drills and lots of running! Bring workout clothes, proper running shoes and water. Must be age 18 and older and sign a liability waiver. For questions, call Pasquale Passi at the YMCA at 617-361-2300, ext. 123.

Thursday Evenings, July 11 - August 29, 6:00 - 6:45 pm

Zumba Thursdays at DCR Martini Shell Park Meet at Martini Shell Park at 1015 Truman Parkway in Hyde Park. http://www.mass.gov/dcr/parks/metroboston/mart.htm . Join Hyde Park YMCA instructors in the latest exercise phenomenon. This free 45 minute Latin dance workout will leave you sweating and smiling. Bring sneakers and a little attitude! Free. No reservations required. Class is free. Ages 6 and up. Outdoor class. Rain will cancel. Call the YMCA at 617-361-2300 for rain notice. Parking is limited.

Friday Evenings, July 12 - August 30, 5:30 - 6:15 pm

Cardio Hip Hop at DCR Martini Shell Park. Meet at Martini Shell Park at 1015 Truman Parkway in Hyde Park. http://www.mass.gov/dcr/parks/metroboston/mart.htm . Join the Hyde Park YMCA crew. Learn to express yourself through music & dance, using the dynamic dance style of hip hop. Develop focus and agility, increase stamina & strength as you boogie down to the beats. Perform dance moves from Zumba that you already know and love at a higher intensity and to Top 40, Old School, and Hip Hop Hits! No reservations required. Class is free. Ages 6 and up. Outdoor class. Rain will cancel. Call the YMCA at 617-361-2300 for rain notice. Parking is limited.

Saturday Afternoons in August, August 3 - 24, 2:00 - 4:00 pm

Concerts at Carson Beach. Meet at 165 William J. Day Boulevard in South Boston. http://www.mass.gov/dcr/parks/metroboston/dorc_sh.htm . UMass Boston's WUMB 91.9 FM, Berklee College of Music, and the Department of Conservation and Recreation have teamed up to present WUMB and Berklee Concerts at Carson Beach, bringing free live music to Dorchester Saturdays in August between 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. The concerts feature Berklee students and alumni groups Joe's Truckstop (August 3) Bronwyn Keith-Hynes (August 10), We Avalanche (August 17), and The Dwells (August 24). Musical genres will blend between folk, bluegrass, and pop with instrumentation that includes voice, guitar, violin, cello, and mandolin.
August 3: Joe's Truckstop
August 10: Bronwyn Keith-Hynes
August 17: We Avalanche
August 24: The Dwells

A Midsummer Night's Dream

Brown Box Theatre presents Shakespeare's delightful comedy. Enjoy a magical interpretation of Shakespeare's delightful comedy, A Midsummer Night's Dream. Behold the mysticism of happiness unfolds as the lovers and mechanicals of Athens stumble into the kingdom of feuding fairies and mischievous sprites.

DCR Martini Shell Park, Saturday, August 24 Evening 7:00 - 9:00 pm

Location: 1015 Truman Parkway, Hyde Park. http://www.mass.gov/dcr/parks/metroboston/mart.htm .

DCR Carson Beach, South Boston, Saturday, August 31 Matinee 2:00 - 4:00 pm Location: 165 William J. Day Blvd, South Boston

http://www.mass.gov/dcr/parks/metroboston/dorc_sh.htm .

DCR Marine Park, South Boston, Sunday, Sept. 1 Matinee 2:00 - 4:00 pm

Location: 150 Farragut Road in South Boston. http://www.mass.gov/dcr/parks/metroboston/castle.htm .

Summer Weekend & Weekday Programs & Events

Wednesday, July 17, 6:00pm - 7:30 pm

DCR Martini Shell Annual Family Fun Night. Meet at Martini Shell Park at 1015 Truman Parkway in Hyde Park. http://www.mass.gov/dcr/parks/metroboston/mart.htm . Join the DCR Park Rangers and Hyde Park community partners for this FREE fun-filled evening for kids of all ages including games, Trailside wildlife, kid crafts, Zumba dance and One Step Beyond karate demos and more. For info, call the DCR at 617-333-7405.

Saturday, July 20, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Neponset River Greenway Community River Celebration at Ryan Playground. Meet at Ryan Playground on River Street in Mattapan along the Neponset River Greenway. Enjoy an afternoon of family fun at this riverside park! Celebrate the opening of the newly renovated wading pool and spray deck at Ryan Playground in Mattapan. Take a walk on the future Neponset Trail, play bug bingo, enjoy a nature scavenger hunt, kid's games and races or fitness activities for the family. Co-sponsored by BNAN, Mattapan Food and Fitness Coalition and MA DCR.

Wednesday, July 24, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Neponset River Greenway Watercolor Workshop. Meet at the Neponset River Esplanade at 7 Brush Hill Road, Milton, near Mattapan Square Join MA DCR's Neponset Planner, Cathy Garnett, a talented painter, as she leads the group through basic watercolor technique. With the river as our backdrop, we'll focus on the landscape as our subject matter. All materials provided. Bring your own folding chair. To register, contact info@bostonnatural.org or 617-542-7696.

Tuesday, July 30, 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Neponset River Greenway Geology of the Neponset Trail. Meet downstairs at Milton T Stop on the Red Line Trolley in Milton. http://www.mass.gov/dcr/parks/metroboston/neponset.htm Registered geologist Les Tyrala will lead us along the lower Neponset as we look for evidence of ancient mountains, shallow seas, and glacial features. This is an easy walk on the Neponset Greenway through the Baker Chocolate factory complex and quiet side streets in Dorchester Lower Mills/ Milton Lower Falls. Registration required by contacting info@bostonnatural.org or 617-542-7696. Co-sponsored by BNAN and Neponset River Watershed Association.

Saturday, August 3, 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Fourth Annual Battle of the Arts and Summer Arts Fest at DCR Martini Shell Park. Meet at Martini Shell Park at 1015 Truman Parkway in Hyde Park. http://www.mass.gov/dcr/parks/metroboston/mart.htm Join the DCR Rangers and the Hyde Park Art Association for this FREE, fun family event. Local artists (age 16 and older) are invited to showcase their artistic talents in action for public viewing and voting! DCR Park Rangers will also offer free family arts and crafts activities for all. Visit www.hydeparkartassociation.com or call 617-364-ARTS.

Saturday Afternoons, August 3-24, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Concerts at Carson Beach. Meet at 165 William J. Day Boulevard in South Boston. http://www.mass.gov/dcr/parks/metroboston/dorc_sh.htm UMass Boston's WUMB 91.9 FM, Berklee College of Music, and the Department of Conservation and Recreation have teamed up to present WUMB and Berklee Concerts at Carson Beach, bringing FREE live music to Dorchester Saturdays in August between 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. The concerts feature Berklee students and alumni groups. Musical genres will blend between folk, bluegrass, and pop with instrumentation that includes voice, guitar, violin, cello, and mandolin.
August 3: Joe's Truckstop
August 10: Bronwyn Keith-Hynes
August 17: We Avalanche
August 24: The Dwells

Saturday, August 10, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Carson Beach Summer Discovery Day. Meet at 165 William J. Day Boulevard in South Boston. http://www.mass.gov/dcr/parks/metroboston/dorc_sh.htm Enjoy the sun and surf as we discover the best of Carson Beach. Seashell scavenger hunts, meet marine life from the New England Aquarium, beach volleyball, kids games, sand castle building, ocean exploration and summer fun.

Saturday, August 10, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm

Neponset River Greenway Mattapan on Wheels. Meet at Mildred Avenue Community Center at 5 Mildred Avenue in Mattapan http://www.mass.gov/dcr/parks/metroboston/neponset.htm This 3rd annual family-friendly biking program is put together by the Vigorous Youth of the Mattapan Food and Fitness Coalition. The route will take the group by various spots of interest in Mattapan as well as make the connection to the Neponset River Greenway. Bikes and helmets will be provided at no cost to those who need them. Register for FREE at http://mattapanonwheels3.eventbrite.com. Rain date August 17.

Wednesday, August 21, 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Neponset River Greenway: Walk the Future Neponset Greenway. Meet at Central Ave T stop on the Red Line Trolley in Milton. Join BNAN, the Neponset River Greenway Council and MA DCR Neponset Planner Cathy Garnett for this informative on-foot tour of the future Neponset Greenway trail. We will discover where the path is headed between Central Ave and Mattapan Square, with the woman behind much of the design as our guide. To register, contact info@bostonnatural.org or 617-542-7696.

Thursday, August 21, 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Disney Kids Party Movie at 8:00 pm

Radio Disney & Dedham Savings Bank. Summer Fun Night at DCR Martini Shell Park Meet at Martini Shell Park at 1015 Truman Parkway in Hyde Park. http://www.mass.gov/dcr/parks/metroboston/mart.htm Celebrate another night of family fun before summer's end. Radio Disney AM 1260 will bring the coolest music, games, dancing and prizes. Followed by a Disney Family movie too. Rain location/date.

Saturday, September 1, 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Hyde Park Jazz Fest DCR Martini Shell. Meet at Martini Shell Park at 1015 Truman Parkway in Hyde Park. http://www.mass.gov/dcr/parks/metroboston/mart.htm Celebrate Labor Day weekend with a jazz festival featuring local award winning artists. Bring a blanket and a picnic basket to enjoy this relaxing end of summer serenade.

Join the 2013 DCR Great Park Pursuit

A free outdoor adventure challenge for teams and families across the state. Visit amazing destinations, build outdoors skills and create great memories. Join us! Find out more at www.mass.gov/dcr/gpp!

Things to know before you go:

Wear sturdy footgear
Carry drinking water on all hikes
Dress in layers for maximum comfort
Hiking poles may be helpful
We will hike unless the weather creates unsafe conditions

If weather conditions are questionable, please call the reservation headquarters on the day of the program at 617-333-7404, extension 104.
Reasonable accommodations available. For questions regarding accessibility, please email Maggi.Brown@state.ma.us

All programs are free!

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Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR)

Boston Region Stony Brook Headquarters
12 Brainard Street
Hyde Park, MA 02136
Phone: (617) 333-7404 Web: www.mass.gov/dcr