Free or low-cost indoor 'third spaces'
The resident asks for free or low-cost indoor gathering spaces with games, classes and places to chat, open to all people, since restaurants and venues are expensive.
English title and summary written with AI from the resident's text.
The resident's idea, as submitted
The idea
We need more 3rd spaces. Free/low cost Indoor activities, with board games, spaces to chat, hang out, take classes... maybe its like a community center, but for all people not just families.
Who it helps and why
Its expensive to go to restaurants and music venues. We all need to be able to come together as a community regardless of race, religion, or sexuality without having to spend a fortune.
Details
- Cycle
- 2026–27
- Submitted
- August 4, 2026
- Neighborhood
- City-wide
- Portal category
- Facilities
- How it was submitted
- Community partner workshop
- Partner organization
- Allston Brighton Health Collaborative
- Submission language
- English
Themes grouped with AI from resident idea text.
The same need in other cycles
City-wide ideas in Recreation facilities & sports from the other cycles, up to 3 from each.
2025–26 (19 matching)
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- Park or basketball court for Chinatown teensResident asks for funds to build an additional park or basketball court in Chinatown, giving teens a recreation space and helping immigrants feel a sense of belonging.2025–26City-wide
- Sensory gym for neurodivergent childrenThe resident proposes a sensory-friendly gym offering safe, affordable play for autistic and neurodivergent children, especially in underserved Black and Brown communities.2025–26City-wide
2024–25 (17 matching)
- Build more basketball courtsResident asks for more basketball courts as a place for people to relieve stress and come together.2024–25City-wide
- More pools and gyms in schoolsResident asks for more pools and gyms in schools so children can learn to swim and be active.2024–25City-wide
- App matching people for sports and tournamentsResident proposes an app that matches residents for sports activities and organizes monthly tournaments to connect diverse communities and promote physical activity.2024–25City-wide