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Emerald Necklace Walking Tour

Join the Boston Park Rangers as we offer FREE environmental education through guided tours and nature-based programming intended for ALL AGES. 

September 20, 2026
Event Date2026-09-20T10:00:00 - 2026-09-20T16:00:00

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.

 

September 20, 2026
Event Date2026-09-20T10:00:00 - 2026-09-20T16:00:00

Stable Tour

Join the Boston Park Rangers as we offer FREE environmental education through guided tours and nature-based programming intended for ALL AGES. 

September 3, 2026
Event Date2026-09-03T16:00:00 - 2026-09-03T17:30:00

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.

 

September 3, 2026
Event Date2026-09-03T16:00:00 - 2026-09-03T17:30:00

Franklin Park Ruins Tour

Join the Boston Park Rangers as we offer FREE environmental education through guided tours and nature-based programming intended for ALL AGES. 

August 8, 2026
Event Date2026-08-08T14:00:00 - 2026-08-08T15:00:00

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.

 

August 8, 2026
Event Date2026-08-08T14:00:00 - 2026-08-08T15:00:00

Jamaica Pond Walking Tour

Join the Boston Park Rangers as we offer FREE environmental education through guided tours and nature-based programming intended for ALL AGES. 

July 11, 2026
Event Date2026-07-11T14:00:00 - 2026-07-11T15:00:00

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.

 

July 11, 2026
Event Date2026-07-11T14:00:00 - 2026-07-11T15:00:00

Commonwealth Ave. Mall Walking Tour

Join the Boston Park Rangers as we offer FREE environmental education through guided tours and nature-based programming intended for ALL AGES. 

June 13, 2026
Event Date2026-06-13T11:00:00 - 2026-06-13T12:30:00

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.

 

June 13, 2026
Event Date2026-06-13T11:00:00 - 2026-06-13T12:30:00

Fixit Clinic: Artisans Asylum

Explore troubleshooting and repair with volunteer coaches.

August 2, 2026
Event Date2026-08-02T11:00:00 - 2026-08-02T14:00:00

Fixit Clinics are free workshops where people bring broken stuff—from bikes to blenders to blazers—and volunteer coaches share their tools and know-how, working with you to disassemble, troubleshoot and (hopefully) repair items. These meet-ups build hands-on skills, confidence, community, and a culture of reuse and repair. They are family friendly and open to all.

The City of Boston Environment Department is partnering with the Artisan's Asylum to host one of these events.

Register to participate

REGISTER YOUR ITEM

Sign up to coach, support, or observe

VOLUNTEER

WHAT SHOULD I BRING?

  • A broken gadget, small appliance, computer, toy, tool, textile good, or other item

  • A description of what’s wrong and anything you’ve tried to fix it

  • Useful tools and parts, if you have them

  • A desire to explore and learn!
August 2, 2026
Event Date2026-08-02T11:00:00 - 2026-08-02T14:00:00

Fixit Clinic: Artisans Asylum

Explore troubleshooting and repair with volunteer coaches.

May 3, 2026
Event Date2026-05-03T11:00:00 - 2026-05-03T14:00:00

Fixit Clinics are free workshops where people bring broken stuff—from bikes to blenders to blazers—and volunteer coaches share their tools and know-how to help troubleshoot and (hopefully) repair items. These meet-ups build hands-on skills, confidence, community, and a culture of reuse and repair. The City of Boston Environment Department is partnering with the Artisan's Asylum to host one of these events.

REGISTER YOUR ITEM

VOLUNTEER TO COACH OR OBSERVE

WHAT SHOULD I BRING?

  • A broken gadget, small appliance, computer, toy, textile good, or other item

  • Useful tools and parts, if you have them

  • A description of what’s wrong and anything you’ve tried to fix it

  • A desire to learn and share your knowledge!

These events are family-friendly and open to all.

 

May 3, 2026
Event Date2026-05-03T11:00:00 - 2026-05-03T14:00:00

Fixit Clinic Junior: BPL West End Branch

Explore troubleshooting and repair with volunteer Fixit coaches.

May 2, 2026
  • 11:30am - 2:00pm
  • Boston Public Library - West End Branch
    151 Cambridge St
    Boston, MA 02114
  • Contact:
    Allon Dubler
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Beacon Hill
    Downtown
    North End
    West End
  • Event Type:
    Environment and green living
    Learning and lectures
  • Published Date

Event Date2026-05-02T11:30:00 - 2026-05-02T14:00:00

Fixit Clinics are free workshops where people bring broken stuff—from bikes to blenders to blazers—and volunteer coaches share their tools and know-how to help troubleshoot and (hopefully) repair items. These meet-ups build hands-on skills, confidence, community, and a culture of reuse and repair.

The City of Boston Environment Department is partnering with the West End Branch of the Boston Public Library to host one of these events. This special Fixit Clinic Junior is for children ages 6-12 years old!

REGISTER YOUR ITEM

Volunteer

WHAT SHOULD I BRING?

  • A broken gadget, small appliance, computer, toy, textile good, or other item

  • Useful tools and parts, if you have them

  • A description of what’s wrong and anything you’ve tried to fix it

  • A desire to learn and share your knowledge!

 

May 2, 2026
  • 11:30am - 2:00pm
  • Boston Public Library - West End Branch
    151 Cambridge St
    Boston, MA 02114
  • Contact:
    Allon Dubler
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Beacon Hill
    Downtown
    North End
    West End
  • Event Type:
    Environment and green living
    Learning and lectures
  • Published Date

Event Date2026-05-02T11:30:00 - 2026-05-02T14:00:00

Fixit Clinic: BPL Central Branch

Explore troubleshooting and repair with volunteer coaches.

May 30, 2026
Event Date2026-05-30T11:00:00 - 2026-05-30T14:00:00

Fixit Clinics are free workshops where people bring broken stuff—from bikes to blenders to blazers—and volunteer Fixit Coaches share their tools and know-how to help troubleshoot and (hopefully) repair items. These meet-ups build hands-on skills, confidence, community, and a culture of reuse and repair.

The City of Boston Environment Department is partnering with the Boston Public Library's Central Library in Copley Square to host one of these events in the Kirstein Business Library & Innovation Center, located on the lower level of the Boylston Street building.

REGISTER YOUR ITEM

VOLUNTEER

WHAT SHOULD I BRING?

  • A broken gadget, small appliance, computer, toy, textile good, or other item

  • A description of what’s wrong and anything you’ve tried to fix it

  • Useful tools and parts, if you have them

  • A desire to explore and learn!

These events are family-friendly and open to all.

 

May 30, 2026
Event Date2026-05-30T11:00:00 - 2026-05-30T14:00:00

Fixit Clinic: Boston University

Explore troubleshooting and repair with volunteer Fixit coaches.

June 26, 2026
  • 3:00pm - 7:00pm
  • BU Center for Computing and Data Science
    665 Commonwealth Ave, Room 164
    Boston, MA 02215
  • Contact:
    Allon Dubler
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Allston
    Citywide
  • Event Type:
    Environment and green living
    Learning and lectures
  • Published Date

Event Date2026-06-26T15:00:00 - 2026-06-26T19:00:00

Fixit Clinics are free workshops where people bring broken stuff—from bikes to blenders to blazers—and volunteer Fixit Coaches share their time, tools, and know-how to help troubleshoot and (hopefully) repair items. These meet-ups build hands-on skills, confidence, community, and a culture of reuse and repair. The City of Boston Environment Department is partnering with Boston University's Office of Sustainability to host one of these events at the BU Center for Computing and Data Science (the Jenga building), room 164.

WHAT SHOULD I BRING?

  • A broken gadget, small appliance, computer, toy, textile good, or other item 

  • A description of what’s wrong and anything you’ve tried to fix it

  • Useful tools and parts, if you have them

  • A desire to learn!

REGISTER YOUR ITEM

These events are family-friendly and open to all. Interested in coaching? Let us know.

June 26, 2026
  • 3:00pm - 7:00pm
  • BU Center for Computing and Data Science
    665 Commonwealth Ave, Room 164
    Boston, MA 02215
  • Contact:
    Allon Dubler
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Allston
    Citywide
  • Event Type:
    Environment and green living
    Learning and lectures
  • Published Date

Event Date2026-06-26T15:00:00 - 2026-06-26T19:00:00
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