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Sculpture + Architecture Walking Tour: Cyrus Dallin & Arlington Center

Cyrus Dallin Art Museum 611 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA, United States

Join us for a one-our guided walking tour of Arlington Center! Experience the masterful public works created by the celebrated American sculptor, Cyrus Dallin, for his adopted hometown of Arlington, Massachusetts. Learn the stories behind notable memorials and historic buildings, including the Uncle Sam Memorial Statue (1976), Soldiers & Sailors Monument (1887), and the art […]

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Pepperell Veteran Flag Placement

Prudence Wright Chapter House (DAR Building) 1 Park Street, Pepperell, MA, United States

Help us remember our heroes by taking part in observing Memorial Day on May 28, 2022 in Pepperell! The Prudence Wright Chapter House (DAR Building) will open its doors at 8:00 am for coffee, hot chocolate, and munchkins. The program will start at 9:00 am. Attendees can hear a presentation from Purple Heart recipient and […]

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Rauscher Farm’s Pollinator Meadow

Rauscher Farm 29 Clamshell Road, Clinton

Help launch Rauscher Farm's native pollinator meadow project! Meet Professor Robert Gegear, a recognized expert who conducts ongoing research into pollinator-plant interactions at his Gegear Lab at UMASS Dartmouth. Come prepared to help install native plants in Rauscher Farm's initial pollinator meadow site. Hear how orchestrated pollination systems increase diversity and support those pollinator species […]

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Storytime Walk: A River Ran Wild

John Tinker Trail Nod Rd, Groton, MA, United States

Learn about the story of the Nashua River and go for a walk along the River. We will read Lynne Cherry's A River Ran Wild picture book about the Nashua River, its natural beauty, industrial impact, and successful restoration efforts. Afterward, we will hike on the John Tinker Trail along the river and enjoy a […]

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School #8 Open House

Schoolhouse #8 8 Church Street, Shirley, MA, United States

Shirley's School #8 was built in 1848 and housed classes into the early 20th century. Then it was used as a municipal building where community groups could meet. In 1976, the Shirley Historical Society began the project to return the building to its appearance as a schoolhouse. Visitors can now sit at an old fashioned […]

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National Trails Day Hike at Notown Reservoir

Notown Reservoir Trails Mount Elam Road, Leominster, MA, United States

Celebrate National Trails Day on a 3-4 mile guided hike at Notown Reservoir with the Leominster Trail Stewards! Meet at the very end of Mount Elam Road on the Fitchburg/Leominster city line at 9 AM. Parking will be beyond the gate or along the side of the road. These trails are not on the City […]

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Storybook Trail Unveiling: The Spirit of The Wayside Inn

The Wayside Inn 72 Wayside Inn Road, Sudbury, MA, United States

On Saturday, June 4th at 2:00 pm,  will unveil a new Storybook Trail at The Wayside Inn on part of our Innkeeper's Loop system. Sudbury Girl Scout Ambassador Elizabeth Huettig has written an original story based on the history of The Wayside Inn and, working in conjunction with The Wayside Inn Foundation, has created the […]

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UNH Extension Master Gardener Series

Maple Hill Farm 117 Ridge Road, Hollis, NH, United States

Visit Beaver Brook Association's Maple Hill Farm for a series of Master Gardener workshops offered by the University of New Hampshire Cooperative Extension. See Beaver Brook's program registration site and click the "View" button to the right of "Public Programs and Membership" for details. Series Schedule 6/9 — Gardening in a Changing Climate 6/16 — […]

$20 – $25

Pollinator Walk

Wachusett Reservoir - North Dike Gate 36, Route 110, Sterling, MA, United States

Join DCR in taking some time during Pollinator month to discover the pollinator meadow and enjoy the views along the North Dike. Easy walk. About 2 miles. Meet at Wachusett Reservoir Gate 36 North Dike, Rt 110 Clinton. Parking at the intersection of South Meadow Road and Route 110. Dogs are not allowed on water […]

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History of the Rail Trails

Fitchburg Public Library 166 Boulder Drive, Suite 108, Fitchburg, MA, United States

Join us for an in-person talk about the history of Rail Trails in the area, in preparation for this month's anticipated launch of the Twin Cities Rail Trail! Craig Della Penna is the Executive Director of Norwottuck Network. For twelve years, Craig worked for one of the country’s earliest short-line railroad companies marketing rail freight […]

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Juneteenth 2022 at Fitchburg Abolitionist Park

Fitchburg Abolitionist Park 42-50 Snow St, Fitchburg, MA, United States

After five years and with your continued help and support, we are finally here! We invite those passionate about this history and the legacy of abolition to join us to celebrate the complete of phase II and the start of phase III of Fitchburg Abolitionist's Park development. Please join us in community, for music, theatrical […]

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Garage Band: The Arlington Porchfest After-Party

Arlington Service Station 334 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA, United States

Get your motor running at “GARAGE BAND” – the Arlington Porchfest “after party” featuring The Squeeze Box Stompers playing zydeco, Cajun and more that is sure to get you up and dancing! Free and family friendly!  Saturday, June 18th from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at Arlington Service Station, 334 Mass Ave (next to Walgreens just past Arlington Center) (Rain date […]

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