Looking to get out into the community this weekend?
From a pooch parade to 5K walks, there's plenty to do when it comes to community and cultural gatherings coming up in Boston. Read on for a rundown.
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Kentucky Dog Derby
From the event description:
The Kentucky Dog Derby is a half-mile parade around Fiedler Field to benefit the park, highlighting it as a resource for dog owners, while celebrating the arrival of spring. We encourage both you and your dog to wear your Derby finest (bow ties, hats, sundresses, florals and more) — there will be prizes for both best-dressed pup and for human/dog duo.
When: Saturday, May 4, 12-2 p.m.
Where: Fiedler Field, Charles River Esplanade
Admission: Free (I'm attending as a spectactor); $20 (Register your pup)
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Wild at Heart Event: WildBum city 5K run/walk
From the event description:
Athleta has partnered with WildBum Architects to host a curiously cooked-up city tour, created with clever insight into the Boston community and culture and timely, unique sites along a 5K route through Boston.
When: Saturday, May 4, 8-11 a.m.
Where: Athleta, 92 Newbury St.
Admission: Free
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Benkadi Drum and Dance
From the event description:
The multicultural Benkadi Drum and Dance group returns to perform new dances showcasing traditional West African rhythms and movements. With vivid costumes, interpretive dance and audience participation, folktales come to life before your eyes. The Celebrate! series, appropriate for family audiences and children ages 5 and up, highlights America’s rich cultural diversity through the arts.
When: Saturday, May 4, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Where: John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Columbia Point
Admission: Free
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Jack and Jill 5K Walk Up the Hill
From the event description:
The Boston Chapter Teens are sponsoring a 5K walk/run to benefit The Jack and Jill of America Foundation, which supports programs that not only create opportunities and challenges for children to learn and practice leadership skills, but also build leadership character in youth. The ultimate goal of every Foundation grant dollar is to empower young people to make the right life choices.
When: Sunday, May 5, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Where: Franklin Park, 1 Franklin Park Road, The Golf Course
Admission: Free-$25
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