Walk the legendary Emerald Necklace from Boston Common to Franklin Park. On this guided journey, follow the green ribbon designed by Frederick Law Olmsted as it winds through historic parks, scenic waterways, and hidden landscapes across the city. Discover the parks that connect Boston—one park at a time. Please bring plenty of water and comfortable shoes. There will be stops for restroom breaks and a 30-minute lunch break (lunch is not provided). 

• Meeting location will be outside the Boston Common Visitor Center located at 139 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02111
• Ending location will be at the William J. Devine Golf Course at Franklin Park located at 1 Circuit Dr, Boston, MA 02121
• For ages 15+
• Registration is not required at this time

For more information visit the Boston Park Rangers homepage or call (617) 635-7383.

Join the Boston Park Rangers on a tour of our stable as we introduce you to our equine partners. This is a behind-the-scenes look at how the Boston Park Rangers operate their stable.

• Please dress accordingly and wear comfortable shoes
• For all ages 
• Tour length 1 - 1.5 hours
• Parking is available onsite

For more information visit the Boston Park Rangers homepage.

Explore the hidden history of Franklin Park on a guided walking tour through its forgotten ruins. Discover overgrown stonework, lost structures, and the stories behind the park designed by Frederick Law Olmsted. Perfect for curious locals, history lovers, and urban explorers. Uncover the secrets hiding in Boston’s largest park.

• Please dress accordingly and wear comfortable shoes
• For ages 15+
• Event time range 1 - 1.5 hours

For more information visit the Boston Park Rangers homepage.

Join a guided Nature Walk led by a Boston Park Ranger, and explore Jamaica Pond and its inhabitants. Discover local wildlife, plant life, and the history that shaped our parks into what we enjoy today! It's a perfect way to slow down and connect with nature this Summer. 

• Please dress accordingly and wear comfortable shoes
• Ideal for ages 12+
• Tour length 1 -  1.5 hours

For more information visit the Boston Park Rangers homepage.

Step into history with a Boston Park Ranger and begin your journey at the statue of George Washington as we stroll the tree-lined greenway of Commonwealth Avenue Mall. In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, this guided walk reveals the powerful stories behind the Mall’s grand statues and memorials—from Civil War heroes to the figures who helped shape the nation. Discover the history hidden in plain sight along one of Boston’s most beautiful boulevards. 

• Parking for this event will be at the Boston Common Parking Garage (0 Charles St, Boston, MA 02116)
• Please dress accordingly and wear comfortable shoes
• Ideal for ages 15+

For more information visit the Boston Park Rangers homepage.

Boston Park Rangers, Urban Wilds staff, and Parks employees will provide formal and informal discussions or tours during the hikes. Some hikes may be more focused on taking a walk in the park, while others may be more informational.

For more information visit the Hike Boston home page.

Memory cafés meet at a variety of places, including coffeehouses, museums, or community organizations. Each memory café is different. Some cafés invite guest artists, some offer education about memory changes. And some are just for relaxing and chatting. But, all cafés share one goal — to help guests feel comfortable and to know that they are not alone. Cafés are a place to talk with others who understand what you are going through. You can forget about your limitations and instead focus on your strengths.

West Roxbury Branch of the Boston Public Library

1961 Centre Street, West Roxbury

Meets the second Friday of every month, from 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.

For information, contact: Corinne White at 617-635-3745 | corinne.white@boston.gov

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