The Boston Parks and Recreation Department’s annual ParkARTS program, sponsored by Holly and David Bruce, is pleased to announce the remaining dates for its series of children’s arts workshops giving kids the opportunity to express their creativity while working on fun projects with local artists.
Children ages three to ten can enjoy watercolor painting, mask and jewelry making, treasure creations, and more at the Artists in Residence Workshops held from 9 a.m. to 12 noon. Participation is free and all materials are provided, but young children must be accompanied by an adult. Groups of six or more must make prior arrangements by calling the Boston Parks Department at (617) 635-4505. Now in its 19th year, ParkARTS brings a wide range of cultural offerings to city parks.
In addition, the Marionette Puppet Show series will be held at 11 a.m. at various children’s workshop locations. Experience the unique charm of Rosalita’s Puppets featuring marionettes made by professional actor-puppeteer Charlotte Anne Dore.
Children are also able to cool off this summer at Splash Dance Parties at parks across Boston. Youngsters can play in the park’s water spray features while listening to festive music, playing games, and trying tasty treats provided for all families to enjoy.
Remaining Artists in Residence Workshops dates and locations are as follows:
Tuesdays
August 4, 11
Ronan Park, Dorchester
Rogers Park, Allston/Brighton
Wednesdays
August 5, 12
Healey Playground, Roslindale
Mozart Street Playground, Jamaica Plain
Thursdays
August 6, 13
Ringgold Playground, South End
McKinney Playground, Allston/Brighton
Fridays
August 7, 14
Hunt/Almont Park, Mattapan
East Boston Memorial Park, East Boston
Rosalita’s Puppets Marionette Performances are at 11 a.m. Dates and locations are as follows:
Tuesday, August 4 Ronan Park, Dorchester
Thursday, August 13 Ringgold Playground, South End
Splash Dance Parties begin at 12 noon. Dates and locations are as follows:
Friday, August 7 East Boston Memorial Park, East Boston
Friday, August 14 Hunt Almont Park, Mattapan
For information on this and other ParkARTS programs, please call the Boston Parks and Recreation Department at (617) 635-4505, visit www.facebook.com/bostonparksdepartment or www.cityofboston.gov/parks or follow @BostonParksDept.
