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Places in Boston

Libraries, parks and trails, rec centers, and farmers markets near Boston University and Northeastern

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Places in Boston (8)

Central Library in Copley Square
Library
Back Bay · Boston Public Library
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Boston Common
Park & trail
Downtown
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Charles River Esplanade
Park & trail
Back Bay riverfront
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Arnold Arboretum
Park & trail
Jamaica Plain · Free, open every day
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BCYF community centers
Rec center
Citywide · City-run community centers
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Fitness & Recreation Center (FitRec)
Rec center
Boston University campus · BU students and members
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Boston Public Market
Farmers market
Haymarket · Indoor, year-round
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Copley Square Farmers Market
Farmers market
Copley Square · Seasonal
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National support lines

Emergency services
Emergency
Life-threatening emergencies
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988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Crisis support
Free and confidential, 24/7. Call or text 988, or chat online.
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Crisis Text Line
Crisis support
Text HOME to 741741 to reach a trained crisis counselor, 24/7.
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SAMHSA National Helpline
Support
Free, confidential treatment referral and information for mental health and substance use, 24/7, in English and Spanish.
Call 1-800-662-4357

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