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Cozy and Cost Cutting: Energy Efficiency Basics for Boston Homeowners

April 9, 2026
Event Date2026-04-09T19:00:00 - 2026-04-09T20:00:00

Have your energy bills been wicked high this winter? Join experts from the Boston Home Center, the Environment Department, and Abode Energy Management to learn about simple, high-impact ways to reduce your energy bills and make your living spaces more comfortable in every season.

Get answers to your energy questions and learn about the resources available to you through the City of Boston. See you there! 

REGISTER HERE

 


¿Sus facturas de energía fueron altísimas este invierno? Únase a expertos del Centro de Vivienda de Boston, el Departamento de Medio Ambiente y Abode Energy Management para aprender formas sencillas y efectivas de reducir sus gastos de servicios públicos y hacer que los espacios donde vive sean más cómodos en todas las estaciones.

Taller virtual: 9 de abril de 2026, de 7:00 a 8:00 p.m.


Èske bòdwo enèji ou yo te monte wo anpil sezon livè sa a? Rejwenn ekspè ki soti nan Sant Lojman Boston yo, Depatman Anviwònman, ak Abode Energy Management pou aprann sou fason senp, ki gen gwo enpak pou redui depans pou sèvis piblik yo epi rann espas w ap viv yo plis konfòtab nan chak sezon.

Atelye vityèl: 9 avril 2026 soti 7 è rive 8 è P.M.


Hóa đơn năng lượng của quý vị có tăng cao trong mùa đông này không? Hãy tham gia cùng các chuyên gia từ Trung tâm gia đình Boston, Sở Môi Trường và Abode Energy Management để tìm hiểu những giải pháp đơn giản nhưng hiệu quả cao giúp giảm chi phí tiện ích và cải thiện sự thoải mái cho không gian sống của quý vị trong mọi mùa.

Hội thảo trực tuyến: Ngày 9 tháng 4 năm 2026, từ 7 giờ đến 8 giờ tối


Bu konta di inerjia ten stadu altu nes invernu? Djunta ku spisialista di Boston Home Center, di Departamentu di Anbienti y Abode Energy Management pa prendi forma sinplis y di grandi inpatu di raduzi si kustu ku sirbisu públikuy torna bu kasa mas konfortavel na tudu stason di anu.

Workshop Virtual: 9 di Abril di 2026, di 19 óra ti 20 óra di noti.


今年冬天您家的能源账单是不是贵得离谱?快来加入由波士顿住宅中心、环境部门及 Abode Energy Management 专家们共同举办的研讨会,学习简单高效的方法,降低公用事业开支,让居住空间四季舒适宜人。

线上研讨会:2026 年 4 月 9 日晚上 7 点到 8 点


今年冬天您家的能源帳單是不是貴得離譜?快來加入由波士頓住宅中心、環境部門及 Abode Energy Management 專家們共同舉辦的研討會,學習簡單高效的方法,降低公用事業開支,讓居住空間四季舒適宜人。

線上研討會:2026 年 4 月 9 日晚上 7 點到 8 點

April 9, 2026
Event Date2026-04-09T19:00:00 - 2026-04-09T20:00:00

Community Volunteer Day in Franklin Park

The Boston Parks and Recreation Department's Urban Wilds Division is inviting you to join us in removing non-native plant species and build habitat walls at our first volunteer event of the year!

April 18, 2026
Event Date2026-04-18T10:00:00 - 2026-04-18T12:00:00

This natural area is home to beautiful rock outcrops, heritage trees, and attractions like the Bear Dens. However, it needs our help to stay healthy and remain an important park for us and future generations. We hope that by bringing people together to work towards restoring the ecological health of the Long Crouch Woods, we can showcase this area's beauty and potential.

Urban Wilds Volunteer Day Photo

For this event, there is no experience necessary! The focus is to clean up trash and glass from the site, clean up trails, remove invasive understory plants, and build habitat walls with the brush generated; all of which are done to improve overall forest health and increase visibility into the woods. There will be lots of learning opportunities for residents of all ages and backgrounds. 

Urban Wilds Volunteer Day Photo

The event will happen, rain or shine. We will cancel in the case of extreme weather such as thunderstorms. Staff will provide all the tools, supplies, and instruction needed for the project(s). Please dress in comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing, as well as wearing closed toe shoes. We recommend participants bring their own water, snacks, sunscreen, and bug spray. All ages are welcome, we just ask to note if any children will be joining for the day!

For the understory plant removal aspect, expect to be utilizing hand cutting tools like loppers and pruners, moving brush, raking, and maybe even kneeling/crouching. Please let us know in the form if you have any special accommodations or needs in order to joyfully participate!

There is limited street parking near the entrance we are meeting at,  but it can be limited, so we also encourage you to bike, walk, or take public transit. There is also public parking at the Playstead and Giraffe Gate of the zoo, which is about a 10 minute walk to the school street entrance.

We hope to see you there, and we would also love to hear your ideas for future projects! Be sure to fill out our Google Form to sign up.

Urban Wilds Volunteer Day Photo

April 18, 2026
Event Date2026-04-18T10:00:00 - 2026-04-18T12:00:00

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

VIRTUAL NEPA Scoping Meeting for General Public

Join us virtually for an introduction to the Army Corps (USACE) Boston Coastal Storm Risk Management (CSRM) federal permitting process.

March 26, 2026
Event Date2026-03-26T18:00:00 - 2026-03-26T19:30:00

This presentation is an introduction to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) part of the USACE Boston CSRM process. This meeting is for all coastal neighborhoods including Charlestown, Dorchester, East Boston, South Boston, and Downtown/North End/Wharf District. This is a virtual meeting that will be recorded. This meeting will cover the same information as the NEPA Scoping Meeting for General Public held on 3/25/2026.

 You can expect to:

  • Learn what the National Environmental Policy Act is
  • Learn how USACE is assessing environmental, cultural, and historical impacts of their projects
  • Learn when important information will be available in 2026 
  • Learn how to provide feedback in writing for this phase

This meeting focuses on the NEPA process. We will NOT share any updates on the alignment selection or graphic updates.  See the March 2026 update on our website for more details on future meetings.

Register Here

March 26, 2026
Event Date2026-03-26T18:00:00 - 2026-03-26T19:30:00

Boston Tree Alliance Tree Planting Training

Join us for a training on tree planting and caring for young trees at the Boston Nature Center. 

April 2, 2026
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • Boston Nature Center
    500 Walk Hill St
    Boston, MA 02126
  • Contact:
    Amara Chittenden
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Mattapan
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-04-02T10:00:00 - 2026-04-02T12:00:00

The Boston Tree Alliance (BTA) Program is hosting a training on tree planting.  Learn how to prepare a planting site, assess roots, and care of young trees through proper pruning, watering, and mulching with the BTA program’s urban forester.

This event is open to the BTA Planting Grant grantees and the public for anyone to learn how to plant and care for trees.  A portion of this event will include a training on data collection for grantees on reporting and how to use TreePlotter, a digital tool to manage tree inventory and mapping.

Please RSVP using the link below to join the training.

RSVP Here. 

 For more information about the BTA Program, visit boston.gov/tree-alliance

April 2, 2026
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • Boston Nature Center
    500 Walk Hill St
    Boston, MA 02126
  • Contact:
    Amara Chittenden
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Mattapan
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-04-02T10:00:00 - 2026-04-02T12:00:00

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
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