New England
East Boston Times
Marianne Salza
December 16, 2022
The Red Sox Foundation visited the Patrick J. Kennedy School on December 1 during the final Play Ball event of its Reviving Baseball and Softball in Inner Cities seasonal youth…
December 14, 2022
We asked students at a Playworks partner school to finish the sentence: “I love recess because…” Here are a few of their responses:
December 9, 2022
What does it mean to prioritize joy and why is it important? Kids (and adults) have been through a lot in the last few years. While still recognizing the challenges…
November 29, 2022
As we enter the last month of the year, we are thrilled to bring back the Joy Series. After a year full of transitions, growth, and exciting new changes for…
November 16, 2022
Born and raised in Watertown, Massachusetts, Renee Gaudette has worked for youth development organizations in New England since graduating college and now joins us as New England’s new Executive Director.…
November 15, 2022
What does youth empowerment look like at recess and why is it important? Every kid deserves the opportunity to shine. The playground is the perfect place to empower students and…
November 4, 2022
This fall, Playworks New England hired a new Program Director: Erica Sandelin! Erica joined the team with a plethora of experience, new ideas, and passion for the Playworks mission. Learn…
October 31, 2022
Coach Molly has no need for an alarm to wake her up, because every morning she is greeted and woken up by her golden retriever, Boone. “It’s the best way…
September 19, 2022
On Friday, September 16, we had the opportunity to host 25 volunteers from Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island during their 11th annual Blue across Rhode Island Service…