Playworks is putting the play back into the playgrounds of 22 low-income schools across Boston, Cambridge and Revere. We need you to keep our programs running strong!Join Playworks on Tuesday November 10 from 6-9 PM at the Bleacher Bar near Fenway to learn about the organization, meet new people and support a great cause.$10 minimum suggested donation.
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August 1, 2022
2021-22 Year End Report ›
After two years of isolation and adapted schooling, our students and staff spent a full year together in school buildings. We continued innovating to meet the needs of students, schools, and partners. Our return to in-person events was filled with joy, and throughout it all, bringing the healing power of play to students across New…


July 28, 2022
A year of social and emotional learning ›
“You can’t do SEL, trauma, or equity work without each other,” Jennette Claassen, Head of Evaluation, Playworks. As Playworks continued to progress on our equity journey, we explored a critical question: what are the intersections between play, social and emotional learning, physical activity, and trauma? A working group focused on this question decided, among other…


July 21, 2022
Games to play at home this summer ›
Are you looking for games to play at home using only things found around your house? Look no further! In case you haven’t heard – school’s out for summer! With long stretches of hot days still to come, you might be looking forward to playing some new games with your family or people in your…