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SUMMARY:Second Saturdays: Volunteer Stewardship in Olmsted Park
DESCRIPTION:Join Emerald Necklace Conservancy staff and volunteers with land stewardship work in the Emerald Necklace parks on Saturday\, May 9! This month\, we will be working in Olmsted Park. \nRegistration is required in order to participate in this event. Those who register will automatically receive an email with further details\, including the necessary waivers to sign and specific information on where to meet and what to expect on the day of the event. \nPlease email volunteer@emeraldnecklace.org with inquiries on this event or other volunteer opportunities. \nRegister below; if the signup form does not load\, try opening this page in an incognito/private browsing window:
URL:https://www.emeraldnecklace.org/event/second-saturdays-05-09-26/
LOCATION:Daisy Field parking lot\, Willow Pond Road\, Boston\, MA\, 02130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservancy Events
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SUMMARY:Free Orienteering Educator Training
DESCRIPTION:Free hands-on training session which will equip youth educators with the skills\, tools\, and confidence to teach map-based navigation and basic orienteering skills through interactive\, movement-based activities. \nRegister here! \nMore information: \nNavigation Games\, a Cambridge-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit\, has received grant funding from the Massachusetts Office of Recreation (MOOR) Inclusive and Accessible Outdoor Recreation Events Program to offer this training. \nThe trainings are designed for teachers and youth leaders interested in introducing beginner-level map navigation skills and orienteering to their schools\, youth serving organizations\, or outdoor programs. Participants will learn how to read simple maps\, teach basic navigation concepts\, and set up engaging\, age-appropriate orienteering activities in different settings – from schoolyards to urban parks to forested areas. Participants will leave with ready-to-use activity ideas and plans\, and the confidence to run an orienteering program on their own. \nNavigation Games provides an age-appropriate\, progressive orienteering curriculum that builds spatial awareness\, map-reading\, route planning\, and life skills through experiential\, active learning—while promoting physical activity and fitness.
URL:https://www.emeraldnecklace.org/event/free-orienteering-educator-training/
LOCATION:Franklin Park Zoo\, 1 Franklin Park Road\, Boston\, MA\, 02121\, United States
CATEGORIES:Partner Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260510
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260511
DTSTAMP:20260428T072334
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T144553Z
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SUMMARY:Boston Family Days
DESCRIPTION:Boston Family Days is an extraordinary public-private partnership between the City\, corporate and philanthropic partners\, and 23 of our City’s leading cultural institutions to help Boston school-aged children feel at home in places that can expand their learning and show them the world. \nThrough Boston Family Days\, all students who live in Boston (grades K-12 and Boston Pre-K) and two guests can explore many of the City’s cultural institutions for free on the first and second Sunday of each month until December 2026. \nIn addition\, Boston students and their families also have free access to live performances at Boston’s premier venues. Students who are registered for Boston Family Days will receive ticket reservation links and instructions from the City before the performances. \nSign up for Family Days here. \nNote for BPS Families: If your child is enrolled in Boston Public Schools or Boston Pre-K\, they are automatically signed up for this program. You will continue to receive your Boston Family Days pass directly via BPS. Please ensure that your email address is updated in the BPS system. \nParticipating institutions: 1st and 2nd Sunday of each month \n\nMuseum of Fine Arts\nMuseum of Science\nMuseum of African American History\nJohn F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum\nIsabella Stewart Gardner Museum\nBoston Children’s Museum\nFranklin Park Zoo\nInstitute of Contemporary Art\nNew England Aquarium\nPaul Revere House\nOld North Illuminated\nUSS Constitution Museum\nRevolutionary Spaces: Old State House and Old South Meeting House – Downtown\n\nParticipating institutions: Performances \n\nAmerican Repertory Theater\nArts Emerson\nBerklee College of Music\nBoch Center\nBoston Ballet\nBoston Lyric Opera\nBoston Symphony Orchestra\nThe Huntington\nWheelock Family Theater
URL:https://www.emeraldnecklace.org/event/boston-family-days-2-2-2-2-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T072334
CREATED:20260304T141404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T141404Z
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SUMMARY:🌿 Urban Naturalist Walks
DESCRIPTION: Join the Franklin Park Zoo for a guided exploration of Franklin Park’s natural wonders! This nature walk invites outdoor enthusiasts\, students\, families\, and curious minds to discover the diverse wildlife and ecological features that make the park so special.  \nBring: Comfortable walking shoes and your curiosity! A phone with the iNaturalist app uploaded is an added plus\, but not required. \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.emeraldnecklace.org/event/%f0%9f%8c%bf-urban-naturalist-walks/
LOCATION:Franklin Park Tennis Courts\, MA
CATEGORIES:Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T054500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T063000
DTSTAMP:20260428T072335
CREATED:20250919T161710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T161922Z
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SUMMARY:Back on my Feet Walk
DESCRIPTION:Back on My Feet empowers people to break free from the cycles of poverty\, homelessness\, and/or addiction through the power of running/walking\, community support\, and employment resources. \nThey run and walk 3 times a week (Monday\, Wednesday\, Friday) to build a sense of community and responsibility.
URL:https://www.emeraldnecklace.org/event/back-on-my-feet-walk/
LOCATION:Franklin Park\, Boston
CATEGORIES:Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T054500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T063000
DTSTAMP:20260428T072335
CREATED:20250919T161710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T161922Z
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SUMMARY:Back on my Feet Walk
DESCRIPTION:Back on My Feet empowers people to break free from the cycles of poverty\, homelessness\, and/or addiction through the power of running/walking\, community support\, and employment resources. \nThey run and walk 3 times a week (Monday\, Wednesday\, Friday) to build a sense of community and responsibility.
URL:https://www.emeraldnecklace.org/event/back-on-my-feet-walk/
LOCATION:Franklin Park\, Boston
CATEGORIES:Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T213000
DTSTAMP:20260428T072335
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T155148Z
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SUMMARY:Sparkle for the Park
DESCRIPTION:Sparkle for the Park: An Enchanted Evening reimagines the Conservancy’s iconic Party in the Park as an elegant evening reception. Taking place in an entirely new location—once home to one of the Olmsted brothers—in Milton\, Massachusetts\, you’ll enjoy immersive experiences\, fine cuisine from local chefs\, and lively entertainment from community artists. \nSparkle for the Park is an inclusive event welcoming all who cherish our city’s green spaces. In honor of tradition\, hats are warmly encouraged—but entirely optional. \nLearn more about this event and secure your sponsorship and tickets here. \nThank you for helping us maintain the historic 1\,100-acre beautiful Emerald Necklace park system\, keeping it accessible and thriving for all users!
URL:https://www.emeraldnecklace.org/event/sparkle-in-the-park/
LOCATION:The Home of Rich & Georgia Lee\, Milton\, MA
CATEGORIES:Conservancy Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T054500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T063000
DTSTAMP:20260428T072335
CREATED:20250919T161710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T161922Z
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SUMMARY:Back on my Feet Walk
DESCRIPTION:Back on My Feet empowers people to break free from the cycles of poverty\, homelessness\, and/or addiction through the power of running/walking\, community support\, and employment resources. \nThey run and walk 3 times a week (Monday\, Wednesday\, Friday) to build a sense of community and responsibility.
URL:https://www.emeraldnecklace.org/event/back-on-my-feet-walk/
LOCATION:Franklin Park\, Boston
CATEGORIES:Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T072335
CREATED:20260401T134926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T134926Z
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SUMMARY:Franklin Park Kite & Bike Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the 2026 Franklin Park Kite & Bike Festival\nSaturday\, May 16th\, 12 – 4 PM\nFranklin Park Playstead\, 25 Pierpont Road\nIt’s opening day in Franklin Park! Don’t miss out on this 50-year tradition in our park. \n\nYou can make a kite\, buy one\, or bring your own!\nFood trucks\nBikes to try for younger kids with Countdown to Kindergarten\nBicycle repair station by REI\n\nContact us to sponsor this wonderful community tradition or click here to be a vendor. \nStarted in 1969\, the Kite & Bike Festival is a Boston tradition that gathers more than 1\,000 people at Franklin Park each May to enjoy picnicking\, kite flying\, bicycles & music. One resident describes the Kite & Bike Festival as “My favorite day ever in the twenty years I’ve lived in Boston!” \nPicture endless blue skies dotted with colorful kites\, children and families running and laughing across bright green fields — this event is not to be missed! Hosted by the Franklin Park Coalition. Check out photos from past festivals! \n\nGetting There: Biking\, walking\, and transit are encouraged! There will be limited parking available. \n\nBy Bus: MBTA bus #16 stops at the main park entrance on Blue Hill Avenue\, while the #22\, #24\, and #49 stop at Seaver Street & Humboldt Ave or Seaver & Elm Hill Ave entrances.\nBy T: Take the Orange Line T Station to Green Street or Forest Hills station. Click here for detailed walking directions and map.\nBy Bike: Click here for detailed biking directions and map.\n\nThere are two Bluebikes stations located by the park:\n\n@Franklin Park Zoo – Franklin Park Rd at Blue Hill Ave\n@Seaver St at Humboldt Ave\n\n\n\n\n\nHistory of the Kite & Bike Festival \nThe festival was started by Boston quilt maker and visual artist Clara Wainwright\, who was also began Boston’s First Night celebration in 1976\, expanding opportunities for creativity and connections. In 2010\, the Franklin Park Coalition brought back the event\, reimagined as the Kite & Bike Festival. Held every year on the Saturday after Mother’s Day\, the festival brings out more than 1\,000 people to fly kites\, ride bikes\, and picnic in historic Franklin Park.
URL:https://www.emeraldnecklace.org/event/franklin-park-kite-bike-festival-2/
LOCATION:Franklin Park Playstead\, Circuit Drive\, Boston\, MA\, 02121\, United States
CATEGORIES:Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T054500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T063000
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SUMMARY:Back on my Feet Walk
DESCRIPTION:Back on My Feet empowers people to break free from the cycles of poverty\, homelessness\, and/or addiction through the power of running/walking\, community support\, and employment resources. \nThey run and walk 3 times a week (Monday\, Wednesday\, Friday) to build a sense of community and responsibility.
URL:https://www.emeraldnecklace.org/event/back-on-my-feet-walk/
LOCATION:Franklin Park\, Boston
CATEGORIES:Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T054500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T063000
DTSTAMP:20260428T072335
CREATED:20250919T161710Z
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SUMMARY:Back on my Feet Walk
DESCRIPTION:Back on My Feet empowers people to break free from the cycles of poverty\, homelessness\, and/or addiction through the power of running/walking\, community support\, and employment resources. \nThey run and walk 3 times a week (Monday\, Wednesday\, Friday) to build a sense of community and responsibility.
URL:https://www.emeraldnecklace.org/event/back-on-my-feet-walk/
LOCATION:Franklin Park\, Boston
CATEGORIES:Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T054500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T063000
DTSTAMP:20260428T072335
CREATED:20250919T161710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T161922Z
UID:23558-1758519900-1758522600@www.emeraldnecklace.org
SUMMARY:Back on my Feet Walk
DESCRIPTION:Back on My Feet empowers people to break free from the cycles of poverty\, homelessness\, and/or addiction through the power of running/walking\, community support\, and employment resources. \nThey run and walk 3 times a week (Monday\, Wednesday\, Friday) to build a sense of community and responsibility.
URL:https://www.emeraldnecklace.org/event/back-on-my-feet-walk/
LOCATION:Franklin Park\, Boston
CATEGORIES:Partner Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T054500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T063000
DTSTAMP:20260428T072335
CREATED:20250919T161710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T161922Z
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SUMMARY:Back on my Feet Walk
DESCRIPTION:Back on My Feet empowers people to break free from the cycles of poverty\, homelessness\, and/or addiction through the power of running/walking\, community support\, and employment resources. \nThey run and walk 3 times a week (Monday\, Wednesday\, Friday) to build a sense of community and responsibility.
URL:https://www.emeraldnecklace.org/event/back-on-my-feet-walk/
LOCATION:Franklin Park\, Boston
CATEGORIES:Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T054500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T063000
DTSTAMP:20260428T072335
CREATED:20250919T161710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T161922Z
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SUMMARY:Back on my Feet Walk
DESCRIPTION:Back on My Feet empowers people to break free from the cycles of poverty\, homelessness\, and/or addiction through the power of running/walking\, community support\, and employment resources. \nThey run and walk 3 times a week (Monday\, Wednesday\, Friday) to build a sense of community and responsibility.
URL:https://www.emeraldnecklace.org/event/back-on-my-feet-walk/
LOCATION:Franklin Park\, Boston
CATEGORIES:Partner Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T054500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T063000
DTSTAMP:20260428T072335
CREATED:20250919T161710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T161922Z
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SUMMARY:Back on my Feet Walk
DESCRIPTION:Back on My Feet empowers people to break free from the cycles of poverty\, homelessness\, and/or addiction through the power of running/walking\, community support\, and employment resources. \nThey run and walk 3 times a week (Monday\, Wednesday\, Friday) to build a sense of community and responsibility.
URL:https://www.emeraldnecklace.org/event/back-on-my-feet-walk/
LOCATION:Franklin Park\, Boston
CATEGORIES:Partner Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T100000
DTSTAMP:20260428T072335
CREATED:20260306T171106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T140108Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk in Franklin Park
DESCRIPTION:Join the Emerald Necklace Conservancy and guide Nature Man Mike on a special\, family-oriented bird walk around Franklin Park! Explore Franklin Park’s forests and fields in search of the beautiful birds that call the Emerald Necklace home. \nMichael Bryant—also known as Nature Man Mike—is a frequent Conservancy partner\, professional photographer\, and nature guide with a deep appreciation for wildlife in and around the Emerald Necklace parks. He finds constant inspiration in the biodiversity thriving in the bustling heart of Boston. \nPlease note that a signed waiver will be required for participation in this activity. A link to the waiver will be included in a confirmation email sent upon registration.
URL:https://www.emeraldnecklace.org/event/bird-walk-in-franklin-park/
LOCATION:Franklin Park Tennis Courts\, MA
CATEGORIES:Conservancy Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T054500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T063000
DTSTAMP:20260428T072335
CREATED:20250919T161710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T161922Z
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SUMMARY:Back on my Feet Walk
DESCRIPTION:Back on My Feet empowers people to break free from the cycles of poverty\, homelessness\, and/or addiction through the power of running/walking\, community support\, and employment resources. \nThey run and walk 3 times a week (Monday\, Wednesday\, Friday) to build a sense of community and responsibility.
URL:https://www.emeraldnecklace.org/event/back-on-my-feet-walk/
LOCATION:Franklin Park\, Boston
CATEGORIES:Partner Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T054500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T063000
DTSTAMP:20260428T072335
CREATED:20250919T161710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T161922Z
UID:23558-1758519900-1758522600@www.emeraldnecklace.org
SUMMARY:Back on my Feet Walk
DESCRIPTION:Back on My Feet empowers people to break free from the cycles of poverty\, homelessness\, and/or addiction through the power of running/walking\, community support\, and employment resources. \nThey run and walk 3 times a week (Monday\, Wednesday\, Friday) to build a sense of community and responsibility.
URL:https://www.emeraldnecklace.org/event/back-on-my-feet-walk/
LOCATION:Franklin Park\, Boston
CATEGORIES:Partner Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T054500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T063000
DTSTAMP:20260428T072335
CREATED:20250919T161710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T161922Z
UID:23558-1758519900-1758522600@www.emeraldnecklace.org
SUMMARY:Back on my Feet Walk
DESCRIPTION:Back on My Feet empowers people to break free from the cycles of poverty\, homelessness\, and/or addiction through the power of running/walking\, community support\, and employment resources. \nThey run and walk 3 times a week (Monday\, Wednesday\, Friday) to build a sense of community and responsibility.
URL:https://www.emeraldnecklace.org/event/back-on-my-feet-walk/
LOCATION:Franklin Park\, Boston
CATEGORIES:Partner Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260607
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260608
DTSTAMP:20260428T072335
CREATED:20260203T144610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T144610Z
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SUMMARY:Boston Family Days
DESCRIPTION:Boston Family Days is an extraordinary public-private partnership between the City\, corporate and philanthropic partners\, and 23 of our City’s leading cultural institutions to help Boston school-aged children feel at home in places that can expand their learning and show them the world. \nThrough Boston Family Days\, all students who live in Boston (grades K-12 and Boston Pre-K) and two guests can explore many of the City’s cultural institutions for free on the first and second Sunday of each month until December 2026. \nIn addition\, Boston students and their families also have free access to live performances at Boston’s premier venues. Students who are registered for Boston Family Days will receive ticket reservation links and instructions from the City before the performances. \nSign up for Family Days here. \nNote for BPS Families: If your child is enrolled in Boston Public Schools or Boston Pre-K\, they are automatically signed up for this program. You will continue to receive your Boston Family Days pass directly via BPS. Please ensure that your email address is updated in the BPS system. \nParticipating institutions: 1st and 2nd Sunday of each month \n\nMuseum of Fine Arts\nMuseum of Science\nMuseum of African American History\nJohn F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum\nIsabella Stewart Gardner Museum\nBoston Children’s Museum\nFranklin Park Zoo\nInstitute of Contemporary Art\nNew England Aquarium\nPaul Revere House\nOld North Illuminated\nUSS Constitution Museum\nRevolutionary Spaces: Old State House and Old South Meeting House – Downtown\n\nParticipating institutions: Performances \n\nAmerican Repertory Theater\nArts Emerson\nBerklee College of Music\nBoch Center\nBoston Ballet\nBoston Lyric Opera\nBoston Symphony Orchestra\nThe Huntington\nWheelock Family Theater
URL:https://www.emeraldnecklace.org/event/boston-family-days-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Partner Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T054500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T063000
DTSTAMP:20260428T072335
CREATED:20250919T161710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T161922Z
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SUMMARY:Back on my Feet Walk
DESCRIPTION:Back on My Feet empowers people to break free from the cycles of poverty\, homelessness\, and/or addiction through the power of running/walking\, community support\, and employment resources. \nThey run and walk 3 times a week (Monday\, Wednesday\, Friday) to build a sense of community and responsibility.
URL:https://www.emeraldnecklace.org/event/back-on-my-feet-walk/
LOCATION:Franklin Park\, Boston
CATEGORIES:Partner Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T054500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T063000
DTSTAMP:20260428T072335
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SUMMARY:Back on my Feet Walk
DESCRIPTION:Back on My Feet empowers people to break free from the cycles of poverty\, homelessness\, and/or addiction through the power of running/walking\, community support\, and employment resources. \nThey run and walk 3 times a week (Monday\, Wednesday\, Friday) to build a sense of community and responsibility.
URL:https://www.emeraldnecklace.org/event/back-on-my-feet-walk/
LOCATION:Franklin Park\, Boston
CATEGORIES:Partner Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T054500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T063000
DTSTAMP:20260428T072335
CREATED:20250919T161710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T161922Z
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SUMMARY:Back on my Feet Walk
DESCRIPTION:Back on My Feet empowers people to break free from the cycles of poverty\, homelessness\, and/or addiction through the power of running/walking\, community support\, and employment resources. \nThey run and walk 3 times a week (Monday\, Wednesday\, Friday) to build a sense of community and responsibility.
URL:https://www.emeraldnecklace.org/event/back-on-my-feet-walk/
LOCATION:Franklin Park\, Boston
CATEGORIES:Partner Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T072335
CREATED:20260403T180116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T180116Z
UID:24865-1781344800-1781352000@www.emeraldnecklace.org
SUMMARY:Second Saturdays: Volunteer Stewardship in the Back Bay Fens
DESCRIPTION:Join Emerald Necklace Conservancy staff and volunteers with land stewardship work in the Emerald Necklace parks on Saturday\, June 13! This month\, we will be working in the Back Bay Fens. \nRegistration is required in order to participate in this event. Those who register will automatically receive an email with further details\, including the necessary waivers to sign and specific information on where to meet and what to expect on the day of the event. \nPlease email volunteer@emeraldnecklace.org with inquiries on this event or other volunteer opportunities. \nRegister below; if the signup form does not load\, try opening this page in an incognito/private browsing window:
URL:https://www.emeraldnecklace.org/event/second-saturdays-06-13-26/
LOCATION:Shattuck Visitor Center\, 125 The Fenway\, Boston\, MA\, 02115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservancy Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260614
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260615
DTSTAMP:20260428T072335
CREATED:20260203T144626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T144626Z
UID:24119-1781395200-1781481599@www.emeraldnecklace.org
SUMMARY:Boston Family Days
DESCRIPTION:Boston Family Days is an extraordinary public-private partnership between the City\, corporate and philanthropic partners\, and 23 of our City’s leading cultural institutions to help Boston school-aged children feel at home in places that can expand their learning and show them the world. \nThrough Boston Family Days\, all students who live in Boston (grades K-12 and Boston Pre-K) and two guests can explore many of the City’s cultural institutions for free on the first and second Sunday of each month until December 2026. \nIn addition\, Boston students and their families also have free access to live performances at Boston’s premier venues. Students who are registered for Boston Family Days will receive ticket reservation links and instructions from the City before the performances. \nSign up for Family Days here. \nNote for BPS Families: If your child is enrolled in Boston Public Schools or Boston Pre-K\, they are automatically signed up for this program. You will continue to receive your Boston Family Days pass directly via BPS. Please ensure that your email address is updated in the BPS system. \nParticipating institutions: 1st and 2nd Sunday of each month \n\nMuseum of Fine Arts\nMuseum of Science\nMuseum of African American History\nJohn F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum\nIsabella Stewart Gardner Museum\nBoston Children’s Museum\nFranklin Park Zoo\nInstitute of Contemporary Art\nNew England Aquarium\nPaul Revere House\nOld North Illuminated\nUSS Constitution Museum\nRevolutionary Spaces: Old State House and Old South Meeting House – Downtown\n\nParticipating institutions: Performances \n\nAmerican Repertory Theater\nArts Emerson\nBerklee College of Music\nBoch Center\nBoston Ballet\nBoston Lyric Opera\nBoston Symphony Orchestra\nThe Huntington\nWheelock Family Theater
URL:https://www.emeraldnecklace.org/event/boston-family-days-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T072335
CREATED:20260304T141933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T141933Z
UID:24333-1781431200-1781438400@www.emeraldnecklace.org
SUMMARY:🍁 Franklin Park Bioblitz
DESCRIPTION:Join Franklin Park Zoo for a guided exploration of Franklin Park’s natural wonders! This nature walk invites outdoor enthusiasts\, students\, families\, and curious minds to discover the diverse wildlife and ecological features that make the park so special.  \nBring: Your curiosity and comfortable walking shoes \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.emeraldnecklace.org/event/%f0%9f%8d%81-franklin-park-bioblitz/
LOCATION:Franklin Park Tennis Courts\, MA
CATEGORIES:Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T072335
CREATED:20260306T172250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T205213Z
UID:24465-1781433000-1781438400@www.emeraldnecklace.org
SUMMARY:Birds of Prey: Morning Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Limited to ages 6 and up \nCome see North American birds of prey live and in-person\, including a red-tailed hawk\, peregrine falcon\, owls and more! All birds will be handled by Wingmasters’ licensed raptor rehabilitators. \nThe afternoon presentation will include American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation. Please register for the 12:30 pm presentation if you require ASL interpretation. \nPlease note that a signed waiver will be required for participation in this activity. A link to the waiver will be included in a confirmation email sent upon registration. \n\n\n \nWe gratefully acknowledge the Trustees of the George Robert White Fund of the City of Boston\, owner of the Curley House.
URL:https://www.emeraldnecklace.org/event/birds-of-prey-presentation-1-morning/
LOCATION:James Michael Curley House\, 350 Jamaicaway\, Boston\, MA\, 02130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservancy Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T140000
DTSTAMP:20260428T072335
CREATED:20260306T172407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T205100Z
UID:24468-1781440200-1781445600@www.emeraldnecklace.org
SUMMARY:Birds of Prey: Afternoon Presentation (ASL Interpretation)
DESCRIPTION:Limited to ages 6 and up \nCome see North American birds of prey live and in-person\, including a red-tailed hawk\, peregrine falcon\, owls and more! All birds will be handled by Wingmasters’ licensed raptor rehabilitators. \nThis afternoon presentation will include American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation. Please register for the 10:30 am presentation if you do not require ASL interpretation. \nPlease note that a signed waiver will be required for participation in this activity. A link to the waiver will be included in a confirmation email sent upon registration. \n\n\n \nWe gratefully acknowledge the Trustees of the George Robert White Fund of the City of Boston\, owner of the Curley House.
URL:https://www.emeraldnecklace.org/event/birds-of-prey-presentation-afternoon/
LOCATION:James Michael Curley House\, 350 Jamaicaway\, Boston\, MA\, 02130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservancy Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T054500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T063000
DTSTAMP:20260428T072335
CREATED:20250919T161710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T161922Z
UID:23558-1758519900-1758522600@www.emeraldnecklace.org
SUMMARY:Back on my Feet Walk
DESCRIPTION:Back on My Feet empowers people to break free from the cycles of poverty\, homelessness\, and/or addiction through the power of running/walking\, community support\, and employment resources. \nThey run and walk 3 times a week (Monday\, Wednesday\, Friday) to build a sense of community and responsibility.
URL:https://www.emeraldnecklace.org/event/back-on-my-feet-walk/
LOCATION:Franklin Park\, Boston
CATEGORIES:Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T054500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T063000
DTSTAMP:20260428T072335
CREATED:20250919T161710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T161922Z
UID:23558-1758519900-1758522600@www.emeraldnecklace.org
SUMMARY:Back on my Feet Walk
DESCRIPTION:Back on My Feet empowers people to break free from the cycles of poverty\, homelessness\, and/or addiction through the power of running/walking\, community support\, and employment resources. \nThey run and walk 3 times a week (Monday\, Wednesday\, Friday) to build a sense of community and responsibility.
URL:https://www.emeraldnecklace.org/event/back-on-my-feet-walk/
LOCATION:Franklin Park\, Boston
CATEGORIES:Partner Events
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