Brush And Bloom at Windermere Community Garden
Paint with expert guidance in the tranquility of the garden! Join us in painting and exploring Windermere Community Garden, Dorchester. The garden hosts a central seating area, a large number of plots to explore, and views of historic brick buildings. This class is open to all skill levels. This… Read More
Our Waters, Our Future: A Community Conversation on Plum Island Sound
Join Mass Oyster Project and The Trustees for a community conversation about the future of Plum Island Sound. Share observations of changes in local waters and explore nature-based solutions to strengthen and protect coastal landscapes. This open discussion will be led by Valerie Perini, North Shore Education Manager of The… Read More
Homeschool Adventures: Session 1
Young explorers are invited to join us in September & October for a 4-part homeschool series that will get them active & moving with nature adventures, exercise, and outdoor skill building. While exploring Appleton Farms & the Crane Estate, participants complete active adventures & design challenges that will exercise both… Read More
Fruitlands Fairy Forest
Calling All Woodland Fairies and Gnomes! The Fruitlands Fairy Forest is back! While living at Fruitlands, 10-year-old Louisa May Alcott wrote in her diary that she “had a lovely time in the woods with Anna and Lizzie. We were fairies, and made gowns and paper wings. I ‘flied’ the highest… Read More
Story Hour at the Old Manse
Join us throughout September explore the natural world through stories, crafts, and fun fall activities in a landscape that inspired writers and environmentalists! Stop by the historic site for a free story hour where we’ll read nature inspired children’s books and do a simple craft together! Friday September… Read More
Family Farm Chores at Appleton Farms
Every day brings a full list of barnyard chores to keep our farmyard friends happy and healthy—so let’s get to work! Join us for our special, hands-on Family Farm Chores program. Grab your muck boots and farm together as a family! Help care for our rabbits, goats, cows, chickens, and… Read More
Fruitlands Fairy Forest
Calling All Woodland Fairies and Gnomes! The Fruitlands Fairy Forest is back! While living at Fruitlands, 10-year-old Louisa May Alcott wrote in her diary that she “had a lovely time in the woods with Anna and Lizzie. We were fairies, and made gowns and paper wings. I ‘flied’ the highest… Read More
Story Hour at the Old Manse
Join us throughout September explore the natural world through stories, crafts, and fun fall activities in a landscape that inspired writers and environmentalists! Stop by the historic site for a free story hour where we’ll read nature inspired children’s books and do a simple craft together! Friday September… Read More