From an endurance scavenger hunt to an open meeting with U.S. Rep. Ayanna Pressley, there's plenty to enjoy in Boston this week. Read on for a rundown of ideas for how to fill your calendar.
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2019 Invictus Boston Endurance Scavenger Hunt
From the event description:
Race through the city with your team to finish all the tasks and be the first team back to Tasty Burger.
When: Saturday, June 29, 8 a.m.-noon
Where: Invictus Boston, 31 St. James Ave.
Admission: Free
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Greater Mattapan Meeting with Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley
From the event description:
Congresswoman Pressley is excited to partner with the Greater Mattapan Neighborhood Council in hosting an event geared toward listening to and engaging with Mattapan residents. This meeting will be an opportunity to highlight the things that make you proud to call Mattapan home as well as a chance to elevate and discuss the real concerns of Mattapan residents.
When: Saturday, June 29, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Where: Brooke Charter High School, 200 American Legion Highway
Admission: Free
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Portraits in Color
From the event description:
Join Wee The People and illustrator Ken Daley for an afternoon of color mixing and portraiture. Celebrate identity and heritage, learn to mix tempera paint in your unique skin colors, and paint a portrait of your own. For children ages 4 and up and their families.
When: Sunday, June 30, 2-4 p.m.
Where: Eliot School of Fine & Applied Arts, 24 Eliot St.
Admission: Free
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Caribbean Cookout and 5K Walk/Run
From the event description:
Come out and enjoy a day of cooking out in Franklin Park at the Shattuck Picnic Grove for a family fun day and walk/run in support of the Caribbean American Kids.
When: Sunday, June 30, 3-7 p.m.
Where: Franklin Park, Shattuck picnic grove, 1 Franklin Park Road
Admission: Free–$15
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Parking in Boston can be tough, especially during popular events. To find free or cheap parking and to book parking in advance, see this map of Boston parking from SpotAngels. And to get there by public transportation, check the MTBA's website for nearby stations and schedules.
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