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Family Bike Day

On Saturday, April 27, join Boston Bikes for a Family Bike Day in Franklin Park!

April 27, 2024
2024-04-27T10:00:00 - 2024-04-27T14:00:00

We will begin the day with on-bike educational programs, continue with lunch and bike tune-ups, and complete the event with a family-friendly bike ride around the park. The rain date is Sunday, April 28, 2024.

Here is the plan for the day:

10 a.m. - 12 p.m. On-Bike Educational Programs

 Location: tennis courts in front of Shattuck Hospital

  • Learn-to-Ride workshop for adults - Basic Skills Level 1 & 2. Bikes and helmets provided
  • On-bike activities for children (ages 5-12). Bikes and helmets provided

10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Lunch & Bike Tune-up 

Location: 1 Circuit Drive, William J. Devine Golf Course at Franklin Park

  • Bring your bike for a free bike tune-up by Bikes Not Bombs
  • Enjoy lunch provided by Maggie's Grill. To receive a free lunch, participants must register for and attend either the morning programming or the Family Ride.

1 p.m. - 2 p.m. Family-friendly Bike Ride 

Location: 1 Circuit Drive, William J. Devine Golf Course at Franklin Park

  • We will lead a joyous family-friendly bike ride around Franklin Park! We can provide bicycles for the ride for registered participants, if requested.
April 27, 2024
2024-04-27T10:00:00 - 2024-04-27T14:00:00
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Nira Rock Urban Wild 'Spring Cleaning'

Join Urban Wilds staff, neighbors, and members of Northeastern University's rock climbing teams to lend a hand at Nira Rock Urban Wild.

March 30, 2024
2024-03-30T11:00:00 - 2024-03-30T13:00:00

We will focus on preparing Nira Rock Urban Wild for spring. This means improving trail drainage to deal with rainfall, cleaning up entrances and mowing areas, and enhancing rock climbing access. No experience necessary, Urban Wilds staff will supply all necessary tools and supplies.

Register here

Meet at the end of Grotto Glen Road by Jefferson Playground. More details may be found in registration form.

March 30, 2024
2024-03-30T11:00:00 - 2024-03-30T13:00:00
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Sherrin Woods Urban Wild 'Spring Cleaning'

Join Urban Wilds staff and your neighbors to help care for one of Boston's largest Urban Wilds.

May 4, 2024
2024-05-04T10:00:00 - 2024-05-04T13:00:00

We will work together to remove trash and debris from the Urban Wild, making our hiking trails and rock climbing area safer for all users. Please make sure to bring sturdy, close-toed shoes and clothes you wouldn't mind getting dirty. 

No experience necessary. Urban Wilds staff will provide tools and instruction.

Please register for the event

 

May 4, 2024
2024-05-04T10:00:00 - 2024-05-04T13:00:00
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Serve and Learn: Tree Planting At Roslindale Wetlands Urban Wild

Join Urban Wilds staff and the Roslindale Wetlands Taskforce in this spring's Serve and Learn event!

April 6, 2024
2024-04-06T09:00:00 - 2024-04-06T12:00:00

A Serve and Learn event is a special chance for community members to learn about wildlife, plants, and how we can care for our natural world. Not only can people "learn" through these events, but they can also put their newfound knowledge to work during the "serve" portion.

In this Serve and Learn, Urban Wilds staff will lead lessons on proper tree and shrub planting techniques as well as invasive plant management. Volunteers will get the chance to plant trees and practice their weeding skills. Many thanks to the Longfellow Area Neighborhood Association's Roslindale Wetlands Taskforce for crowdsourcing funds for new trees and shrubs. 

Register for the event

April 6, 2024
2024-04-06T09:00:00 - 2024-04-06T12:00:00
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Franklin Park Community Cleanup

Join us for a One Boston Day cleanup on April 13 from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

April 13, 2024
  • 10:00am - 1:00pm
  • Franklin Park
    Playstead Road
    Boston, MA 02122
  • Contact:
    Civic Organizing
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2024-04-13T10:00:51 - 2024-04-13T13:00:00

In honor of One Boston Day, the Mayor's Office of Civic Organizing is hosting a neighborhood cleanup with our city's youth and families in Boston's largest green space, Franklin Park!

One Boston Day recognizes the resiliency, generosity, and strength demonstrated by the people of Boston and those around the world in response to the tragedy of April 15, 2013. Eleven years later, Mayor Michelle Wu and the City of Boston invite community-based organizations, businesses, City workers, and residents to come together for volunteer events and acts of kindness in recognition of our City’s spirit of care for one another in response to the tragic events of April 15, 2013.

We look forward to beautifying our neighborhood together! If you have any questions, please reach out to our team at CivicOrganizing@boston.gov.

Sign up for the event

 

April 13, 2024
  • 10:00am - 1:00pm
  • Franklin Park
    Playstead Road
    Boston, MA 02122
  • Contact:
    Civic Organizing
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2024-04-13T10:00:51 - 2024-04-13T13:00:00
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FREE WINTER BIKE REPAIR WORKSHOP - DORCHESTER

Join us for a free, hands-on workshop! We do all basic bike repair including: patch flat tires, align brakes, and adjust gears and shifters.

March 26, 2024
2024-03-26T16:00:55 - 2024-03-26T18:00:00

Learn and perform bike maintenance and basic repair. Feel to bring your bike! We will also have a winter biking craft.

March 26, 2024
2024-03-26T16:00:55 - 2024-03-26T18:00:00
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Fruit Tree Pruning Workshop

Join the Boston Urban Wilds Program, Tree Eastie, and Eastie Farm for a fruit tree pruning workshop!

March 30, 2024
2024-03-30T14:30:00 - 2024-03-30T16:30:00

Earl Rivers (MA Certified Arborist / International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist) of Lynch Landscape & Tree Service, Inc., along with Urban Wilds Program staff, will lead a fruit tree pruning workshop at the Rockies Urban Wild in East Boston.  We will have pruning supplies on hand, but please feel free to bring your own if you have them!  No pruning experience necessary. 

Please register here. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

March 30, 2024
2024-03-30T14:30:00 - 2024-03-30T16:30:00
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Mattahunt Woods Spring Cleanup Celebration

Celebrate the spring season by joining neighbors and City staff to learn about one of Mattapan's remarkable natural areas and ongoing improvement projects! We will work together to remove trash and weeds from part of the woodland, making it a healthier and safer place for people and wildlife.

March 23, 2024
2024-03-23T13:00:00 - 2024-03-23T15:00:00

Please sign up through this Google Form or email Nick at nicholas.long@boston.gov

RAIN DATE: Sunday March 24th 

Urban Wilds staff in partnership with the Environment Department welcome community members to join us for an afternoon of "spring cleaning" in Mattahunt Woods Urban Wild. We will work together to remove trash and debris that have been dumped on site over the past few years. Additionally, we will work on managing weeds and vines that harm the woodland. This will also be a great chance for City staff and community members to learn from each other about Mattahunt Woods. We hope you will join us to talk, celebrate spring, and maybe even roll up your sleeves!

Please be sure to wear sturdy, close-toed footwear, long pants and sleeves, and clothes you wouldn't mind getting dirty. No experience is necessary and Urban Wilds staff will provide tools and instructions. Arrive promptly to sign a waiver, meet your fellow volunteers, and then listen to a safety talk.

March 23, 2024
2024-03-23T13:00:00 - 2024-03-23T15:00:00
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Bike Commuting Convoys

Commute downtown by bike with Boston Bikes on Mondays in March! Join a convoy from Allston/Brighton or Roslindale/Jamaica Plain.

March 4, 2024
  • 7:45am - 8:45am
    Repeats weekly on Monday, starting from March 4, 2024, 4 times
  • City Hall Plaza
    1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02203
  • Contact:
    Boston Bikes
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Allston
    Brighton
    Downtown
    Jamaica Plain
    Roslindale
  • Posted:
2024-03-04T07:45:38 - 2024-03-04T08:45:00

Boston Bikes will lead rides every Monday morning and evening in March, rain or shine (or snow!) unless there is a weather emergency. Join once or come every week!

We have two routes:

Brighton/Allston Route Details

Morning (Brighton/Allston to City Hall Plaza):

  • Leave from Oak Square YMCA at 7:45a.m.
  • Leave from BCYF Jackson Mann at 8:15a.m.

Evening (City Hall Plaza to Brighton/Allston):

  • Leave from City Hall Plaza at 5:20p.m.

Roslindale/Jamaica Plain Route Details:

Morning (Roslindale/Jamaica Plain to City Hall Plaza)

  • Leave from Adams Park at 8:00 a.m.
  • Leave from Greet St MBTA station at 8:20 a.m.
  • Leave from Jackson Square MBTA station at 8:30 a.m.

Evening (City Hall Plaza to Roslindale/Jamaica Plain)

  • Leave from City Hall Plaza at 5:15 p.m.

Please register here!

March 4, 2024
  • 7:45am - 8:45am
    Repeats weekly on Monday, starting from March 4, 2024, 4 times
  • City Hall Plaza
    1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02203
  • Contact:
    Boston Bikes
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Allston
    Brighton
    Downtown
    Jamaica Plain
    Roslindale
  • Posted:
2024-03-04T07:45:38 - 2024-03-04T08:45:00
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Bay Village Neighborhood Park Community Briefing

Join us virtually for a community briefing to discuss the changes and updates to Bay Village Neighborhood Park.

March 19, 2024
2024-03-19T18:00:38 - 2024-03-19T19:30:00

Interpretation and translation services will be provided in Spanish and Mandarin. If you need services in another language, please contact us at thamara.pierrelouis@boston.govLCA@boston.gov, or 617-635-4862 by February 29, 2024.

Bay Village Neighborhood Park Zoom Link

March 19, 2024
2024-03-19T18:00:38 - 2024-03-19T19:30:00
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