Summer Stuff
When school's out for the summer, it's important for families to select fun, safe, healthy, educational activities for their children. The documents and links on this page are designed to help Boston families find programs and services to keep children active during the summer months.
Publications
Summer Stuff (for high school students)
Summer Stuff, Jr. (for elementary and middle school students)
Summer Reading Book Lists:
The June 2008 edition of Family Matters newsletter offers ideas for keeping kids busy and healthy during the summer months.
NOTE: Translations of Family Matters are available on the "Welcome" pages of this site in the following languages: Cape Verdean creole, Chinese, Haitian creole, Portuguese, Somali, Spanish and Vietnamese.
Summer in Boston websites
Boston R.O.C.K.S.!!! (Recreational Opportunities for City Kids)
Summer Food Service Program
During the summer, Boston children can take advantage of the Summer Food Service Program to get free, healthy breakfast and lunch. Each year, the Summer Food Service Program provides meals for children ages 18 and under at nearly 200 locations throughout the city, including schools, community centers, Boys and Girls Clubs, churches, Boston Housing Authority sites, Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) pools, and YMCAs.
The Summer Food Services Program is funded by the federal government and administered by the Massachusetts Department of Education. Boston Public Schools Food & Nutrition Services Department sponsors the program locally. To find the site closest to you, call 1-800-645-8333.
For assistance
For help finding summer programs for your child, please call 617-635-KIDS.
For the summer hours of Family Resource Centers, visit the "Where to Register" page.
