Mayor’s Cup Lacrosse Tournament to Debut May 15-16 in West Roxbury
Mayor Michelle Wu and the Boston Parks and Recreation Department today announced the first annual Mayor’s Cup Lacrosse tournament will take place on May 15 and 16, offering young athletes across the city a new way to compete and connect this spring.
This tournament brings local youth teams together for a day of friendly competition and community engagement. All tournament games will take place at the West Roxbury Education Complex fields located at 1205 VFW Parkway, West Roxbury.
“We are more than excited for the debut of our Mayor’s Cup Lacrosse Tournament this May,” said Interim Parks and Recreation Commissioner Cathy Baker-Eclipse.
Divisions are available for boys and girls grades 1-2, 3-4, 5-6, and 7-8. Please note that pre-registration for teams is required with a limit of eight teams per regional division.
Visit boston.gov/parks-sports to register your team. For more information, contact Woodley Auguste at [email protected].
Atlantic Works Gallery’s announces AWG & Friends exhibit
Atlantic Works Gallery is pleased to announce AWG & Friends, a group exhibit, on view through May 23, at 80 Border Street, East Boston.
This dynamic exhibition brings together gallery members alongside invited artists, highlighting a diverse range of creative voices and mediums.
Atlantic Works Gallery will host their regularly scheduled Third Thursday Reception on Thursday, May 21 from 6 to 9 p.m. offering visitors the opportunity to meet participating artists, share light bites and experience the exhibition in a lively, welcoming atmosphere, including an artist talk.
This exhibition will take the place of Atlantic Works Gallery’s traditional summer group show. Additional details about the gallery’s summer programming will be announced soon, including a June solo exhibition by Kristen Freitas, a July solo exhibition by
Walter Kopec and an August feature with special guest artist Victoria “Thirteenvic” DelValle.
Regular gallery hours throughout the exhibition are Fridays and Saturdays from 2 to 6 p.m., or by appointment.
Founded in 2003, Atlantic Works Gallery is a collaborative artist space dedicated to supporting its members and fostering the exchange of art and ideas.
For more information, please email at [email protected], atlanticworks.org or follow the gallery on Instagram @awgallery.
Boston Parks Launches Free Summer Sports Clinics for 2026
The Boston Parks and Recreation Department has announced that registration is now open for its 2026 Summer Sports Clinics. This popular program provides Boston youth with a free opportunity to develop athletic skills and enjoy the city’s outdoor spaces in a fun, supportive environment.
Program Schedule and Logistics
The clinics are scheduled to run from July 6 through August 14, 2026. Sessions will take place Monday through Friday, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., hosted at the Carter Playground. The program is open to Boston residents between the ages of 8 and 14.
Weekly Sports Lineup
Participants can register for specific weeks based on their interests:
• July 6–10: Baseball Series
• July 13–17: Volleyball Series
• July 20–24: Soccer Series
• July 27–31: Lacrosse Series
• August 3–7: Softball Series
• August 10–14: BUDA Ultimate Frisbee Series
Registration and Contact Information
Families are encouraged to sign up early as space is limited. Registration is available online at boston.gov/parks-sports.
For further details regarding the clinics, the public may contact Damien Margardo via email at [email protected] or by calling (617) 961-3083. General updates on park improvements and events can also be found by following @bostonparksdept on social media.