Events
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Hemlock Gorge & Echo Bridge: Guided trails walk
Presented by Welle June 2, 2012 Celebrate National Trails Day and walk the trails in Hemlock Gorge. See Echo Bridge, the historic 500-foot stone bridge across the Charles River that was used to carry water to Boston. Stand under the main arch and count the number of times you hear your echo. Meet at 9 a.m. at the Hemlock Gorge parking area in Needham, located on Central Avenue just before it crosses the Charles into Newton. Directions from Rt-9: Take Rt-9 toward Newton, exit at the first ramp (to Chestnut Street) after...
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Welle |
06/02/12 |
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Acton Bluegrass Fesitval
Presented by Town of Acton June 16, 2012 Event held at beautiful NARA Park located at 25 Ledge Rock Way in Acton.
Multiple performers including Amy Gallatin & Stillwaters, Dawn Kenney, Blackstone Valley Bluegrass, The Bag Boys, and Hot Mustard.
Food and beverage will be available for purchase.
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Town of Acton |
06/16/12 |
NARA Park, Acton |
Boston Local Food Festival (BLFF)
Presented by The Williams Agency October 7, 2012 The festival provides opportunities for local food-related businesses, initiatives and nonprofits to share their products, services and programs. Over 100 vendors and exhibitors and at least 20 stakeholder groups participate in the festival each year. Boston Local Food Festival attracts 30,000 people
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The Williams Agency |
10/07/12 |
Kedall Square, Cambridge |
The Saltwater Celtic Music Festival
Presented by The Saltwater Celtic Music Festival July 14-July 15, 2012 The Saltwater Celtic Music Festival, the premier Celtic music event in New England, occurs at beautiful Thomas Point Beach and Campground in Brunswick on July 14-15, 2012. Highlights include a diverse roster of internationally renowned Celtic musicians like The Makem and Spain Brothers, Black 47, Enter The Haggis, Carbon Leaf, Aiofe Clancy and more; sand beach, playground, and manicured grounds; superior food vendors and Celtic Merchant Mart; Emcees Kevin O'Hara and Maeve Gilchrist and...
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The Saltwater Celtic Music Festival |
07/14/12 -
07/15/12 |
Thomas Point Beach, Brunswick |
Boo in the Zoo at Stone Zoo
Presented by Stone Zoo at Stone Zoo October 22, 2011-September 23, 2012 Children throughout New England are invited to trick-or-treat among the animals. Thrills, chills, and animals lurk around every corner on the Trick-or-Treat Trail. Other haunted happenings offered throughout the day include: creepy crafts, ghoulish games, howling costume contests, and a haunted maze!
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Stone Zoo |
10/22/11 -
09/23/12 |
Stone Zoo, Stoneham |
Bring your bottles and cans to Stone Zoo!
Presented by Stone Zoo at Stone Zoo April 14-October 13, 2012 If you are interested in not only helping the environment but contributing to a worthy cause, bring your empty bottles and cans to Stone Zoo during the Bottle and Can Drive – held the second Saturday of each month, April through October.
All of the proceeds from this annual fundraiser benefit conservation efforts supported by Zoo New England, the non-profit organization that manages Stone Zoo and Franklin Park Zoo.
The 2012 dates are:
April 14
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Stone Zoo |
04/14/12 -
10/13/12 |
Stone Zoo, Stoneham |
Masters of Flight: Birds of Prey Takes Off at Stone Zoo for the Summer 2012 Season!
Presented by Stone Zoo at Stone Zoo May 5-September 3, 2012 The birds are back at Stone Zoo! Visitors will watch in awe when the wildly popular seasonal bird show returns on May 5. Masters of Flight: Birds of Prey features more than a dozen different bird species from around the world, including the bald eagle, bateleur eagle, Egyptian vulture, military macaw, spectacled owl and white-necked raven, in this engaging, memorable and educational experience for visitors of all ages. These birds will fly in from overhead and demonstrate natural behaviors...
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Stone Zoo |
05/05/12 -
09/03/12 |
Stone Zoo, Stoneham |
Stoneham Family Day
Presented by Rebuilding Rounds Playground June 23, 2012 Stoneham Family Day is a fun day out for the whole family. There will be rides for children, crafts, artists, an electronics fundraiser, and lots of fun activities.
Why Stoneham Family Day
Stoneham Family Day is organised by the Rebuilding Rounds Committee. Rebuilding Rounds is a partnership of enthusiastic neighbors and the Town of Stoneham, working together to rebuild AP Rounds Playground on Broadway and MacArthur St. AP Rounds Playground is one of...
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Rebuilding Rounds Playground |
06/23/12 |
Stoneham Town Common, Stoneham |
Antique Car Rally: June 2, 2012
Presented by Old Sturbridge Village at Old Sturbridge Village June 2, 2012 When Old Sturbridge Village first opened in 1946, visitors toured the museum in their cars. To commemorate those early days, we will be showcasing pre-1946 automobiles during the Antique Car Rally. See how early 20th-century transportation compares to the early 19th century.
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Old Sturbridge Village |
06/02/12 |
Old Sturbridge Village, Sturbridge |
Independence Day: July 4, 2012
Presented by Old Sturbridge Village at Old Sturbridge Village July 4, 2012 Old Sturbridge Village celebrates Independence Day each year, with a spectacular fireworks display over the Village Countryside in addition to OSV’s regular daytime activities. Visitors can sign a giant Declaration of Independence and play 1830s-style “Base-ball.” The evening celebration includes music, magic, family games and activities followed by a 30-minute fireworks display at dusk. Beer, wine, soft drinks, sandwiches and snacks, are offered for sale, or visitors can...
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Old Sturbridge Village |
07/04/12 |
Old Sturbridge Village, Sturbridge |
Newport Folk Festival
Presented by Newport Festivals Foundation at Fort Adams State Park July 28-July 29, 2012 Saturday July 28
MY MORNING JACKET
IRON & WINE
PATTY GRIFFIN
GUTHRIE FAMILY REUNION
DAWES
DEER TICK
CITY AND COLOUR
PRESERVATION HALL JAZZ BAND
ALABAMA SHAKES
SHARON VAN ETTEN
BLIND PILOT
FIRST AID KIT
BROWN BIRD
JONNY CORNDAWG
SPIRIT FAMILY REUNION
ROBERT ELLIS
FRANK FAIRFIELD
THE APACHE RELAY
HONEYHONEY
SLEEPY MAN BANJO BOYS
ELIZABETH MITCHELL & YOU ARE MY...
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Newport Festivals Foundation |
07/28/12 -
07/29/12 |
Fort Adams State Park, Newport |
A Pride Week Walk through Mount Auburn
Presented by Mount Auburn Cemetery at Mount Auburn Cemetery June 3, 2012 Meet some of the celebrated figures from Boston’s past whom today we would call “gay” and “lesbian,” on a walk led by Robin Hazard Ray. Poet Amy Lowell, actress Charlotte Cushman, collector and curator William Sturgis Bigelow, sculptor Anne Whitney, and American Field Service founder Henry B. Sleep are just a few of the remarkable individuals we will visit in recognition of Boston Pride Week 2012.
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Mount Auburn Cemetery |
06/03/12 |
Mount Auburn Cemetery, Cambridge |
Mount Auburn: A Photographer's Paradise
Presented by Mount Auburn Cemetery at Mount Auburn Cemetery July 15, 2012 If you are interested in nature and landscape photography, join Helen Abrams on a walk to discover some of the beautiful locations for taking photographs at the Cemetery. Whether you use a “point and shoot” or a digital SLR, bring your camera and enjoy the beauty of this amazing landscape. Along the way we’ll share some of the significant photographs taken at Mount Auburn over the years, including 19th-century daguerreotypes and 20th-century aerial shots.
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Mount Auburn Cemetery |
07/15/12 |
Mount Auburn Cemetery, Cambridge |
Designing Mount Auburn
Presented by Mount Auburn Cemetery at Mount Auburn Cemetery August 8, 2012 Join Meg Winslow to learn about the Bostonians who contributed to the design of Mount Auburn’s picturesque landscape, the country’s first designed landscape open to the public. We will visit significant landscape features within the Cemetery, as well as designs by the Olmsted Firm and Fletcher Steele among others.
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Mount Auburn Cemetery |
08/08/12 |
Mount Auburn Cemetery, Cambridge |
20th Annual Against the Tide Event
Presented by Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition at Hopkinton State Park June 23, 2012 Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition’s 20th Anniversary of the Against the Tide event Dates: June 23, 2012 & August 18, 2012 Locations: DCR’s Hopkinton State Park, Hopkinton MA & DCR’s Nickerson State Park, Brewster MA Times: 7am-Noon Description of the event: One mile competitive swim, one mile recreational swim, two mile kayak, three mile walk, five K recreational run and/or five K competitive run to support breast cancer prevention. Participate in one,...
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Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition |
06/23/12 |
Hopkinton State Park, Hopkinton |
Discover the Nature of Martha's Vineyard
Presented by Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary at Mass Audubon Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary October 12-October 14, 2012 e island of Martha's Vineyard is unrivaled in its beauty and natural and cultural history. The best time to visit is after the tourists have gone in the fall. The waters are still warm enough to swim and kayak, the frenetic summer pace slows as the crowds depart. Enjoy the best that the island has to offer with Mass Audubon as we seek the special hidden places that only the locals know. Call for brochure with details. Pre-registration is required.
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Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary |
10/12/12 -
10/14/12 |
Mass Audubon Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary, Natick |
Summer Birding Exploration
Presented by Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary at Mass Audubon Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary June 30, 2012 Early summer is still a great time to see birds! Join us as we explore the habitats at Broadmoor watching for birds including songbirds, wading birds and birds of prey. Have you always wanted to know more about those birds in your neighborhood? What bird is making that call or song? Do the males and females look alike? A great chance to enjoy a beautiful early summer walk and learn more about birds! Pre-registration is required.
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Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary |
06/30/12 |
Mass Audubon Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary, Natick |
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Birds of the Charles River
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Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary |
06/09/12 |
Mass Audubon Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary, Natick |
Father's Day Weekend Canoe & Breakfast
Presented by Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary at Mass Audubon Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary June 16, 2012 Celebrate Father's Day early with a relaxing canoe trip! Watch the morning mist rising off the water. Keep an eye out for great blue herons and other birds gliding over the water. Enjoy the beautiful views as we paddle through Rocky Narrows Reservation and Broadmoor to the South Natick Dam. A hearty breakfast will be served midway on the banks of the river. Pre-registration required.
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Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary |
06/16/12 |
Mass Audubon Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary, Natick |
Evening Canoe on the Charles
Presented by Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary at Mass Audubon Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary June 22, 2012 Enjoy a paddle down one of the most beautiful stretches of the Charles River, past Medfield State Hospital and up into the Medfield marshes. Watch as the sun sets over the river and listen for the evening sounds of birds, frogs and other creatures. Pre-registration required. Canoes, paddles, lifejackets, a basic paddling overview & guides are all provided.
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Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary |
06/22/12 |
Mass Audubon Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary, Natick |
Birds of the Concord River
Presented by Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary at Mass Audubon Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary June 23, 2012 Come explore an historic and beautiful section of the Concord River. Watch for herons, egrets and more as we paddle through parts of the Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge. We'll stop for a short while to explore the refuge out of the canoes. Bring a lunch for a picnic half way. Pre-registration required. Canoes, paddles, lifejackets, a basic paddling overview & guides are all provided.
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Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary |
06/23/12 |
Mass Audubon Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary, Natick |
Evening Canoe on the Charles
Presented by Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary at Mass Audubon Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary June 30, 2012 Enjoy a paddle down one of the most beautiful stretches of the Charles River, past Medfield State Hospital and up into the Medfield marshes. Watch as the sun sets over the river and listen for the evening sounds of birds, frogs and other creatures. Canoes, paddles, lifejackets, a basic paddling overview & guides are all provided. Pre-registration is required.
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Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary |
06/30/12 |
Mass Audubon Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary, Natick |
Canoeing with Eagles
Presented by Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary at Mass Audubon Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary July 7, 2012 Join us in the scenic Monadnock region of New Hampshire for a day canoeing with nesting bald eagles and loons. Watch for adult eagles as they soar and fish and juveniles as they stretch their wings in preparation to leave the nest. Bring a lunch for a picnic part way. Pre-registration required. Canoes, paddles, lifejackets, a basic paddling overview & guides are all provided.
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Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary |
07/07/12 |
Mass Audubon Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary, Natick |
Canoe and Dinner on the Charles
Presented by Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary at Mass Audubon Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary July 13, 2012 Start the weekend with a relaxing canoe trip. Enjoy paddling the calm waters of the Charles. Watch the sun set over the river and listen to the sounds of nature. Finish the trip with a river-side catered dinner. Pre-registration required. Canoes, paddles, lifejackets, a basic paddling overview & guides are all provided.
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Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary |
07/13/12 |
Mass Audubon Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary, Natick |
Wild About Birds
Presented by Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary at Mass Audubon Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary June 3, 2012 Broadmoor is full of many different kinds of birds. Do males look different from females? Which ones are most likely to visit the feeders, fields, woods or the marsh? Wonder who is singing in your yard? Come with the whole family as you watch up close with a spotting scope and learn about common bird songs as you enjoy a guided adventure around Broadmoor. See how many birds you can discover! Pre-registration is required.
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Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary |
06/03/12 |
Mass Audubon Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary, Natick |
Wild About Birds
Presented by Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary at Mass Audubon Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary June 9, 2012 Broadmoor is full of many different kinds of birds. Do males look different from females? Which ones are most likely to visit the feeders, fields, woods or the marsh? Wonder who is singing in your yard? Come with the whole family as you watch up close with a spotting scope and learn about common bird songs as you enjoy a guided adventure around Broadmoor. See how many birds you can discover! Pre-registration is required.
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Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary |
06/09/12 |
Mass Audubon Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary, Natick |
Ice Cream and...Frogs
Presented by Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary at Mass Audubon Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary June 26, 2012 What's better than ice cream on a summer night? Why not add a little fun outdoor exploration? Join the adventure as we look for flashing fireflies, listen for the songs of frogs and katydids and use a "bat detector" to find our local bats. Frogs: June 26, Fireflies: July 10, Bats: July 31, Registration is required.
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Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary |
06/26/12 |
Mass Audubon Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary, Natick |
Ice Cream and...Fireflies
Presented by Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary at Mass Audubon Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary July 10, 2012 What's better than ice cream on a summer night? Why not add a little fun outdoor exploration? Join the adventure as we look for flashing fireflies, listen for the songs of frogs and katydids and use a "bat detector" to find our local bats. Frogs: June 26, Fireflies: July 10, Bats: July 31, Registration is required.
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Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary |
07/10/12 |
Mass Audubon Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary, Natick |
Budding Naturalists: Spring Explorations for Preschooler/Adult pairs
Presented by Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary at Mass Audubon Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary April 26-June 21, 2012 Discover nature with your preschooler! Each day is its own adventure exploring the wonders of spring at Broadmoor from baby birds to turtles and much more. During each program and short guided walk we will explore different habitats around the sanctuary and watch for the creatures that inhabit them. Maximum of 8 pairs. Pre-registration is required.
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Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary |
04/26/12 -
06/21/12 |
Mass Audubon Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary, Natick |
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Summer Morning Canoe on the Charles
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Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary |
08/11/12 |
Mass Audubon Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary, Natick |