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Stable Tour

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

August 21, 2025
2025-08-21T16:00:00 - 2025-08-21T17:30:00
  • 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. This tour is intended for all ages; children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult. 
  • For more information on this event and future events hosted by the Park Rangers, visit the Boston Park Rangers homepage.
  • For any inquiries specific to environmental education, please email Nathan Smith.
August 21, 2025
2025-08-21T16:00:00 - 2025-08-21T17:30:00
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Walk The Waterways Tour

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

June 15, 2025
2025-06-15T10:00:00 - 2025-06-15T14:00:00
  • Come along with the Boston Park Rangers as we traverse the Muddy River through the Emerald Necklace. Our journey will begin at the headwaters of the Muddy River at the Jamaica Pond Boathouse and will continue through the Emerald Necklace, ending in the Back Bay Fens. Discover the groundbreaking vision that the designer of NYC's Central Park and the father of American landscape architecture, Frederick Law Olmsted, had for Boston's Park System while strolling through 4 different parks on this 4-mile walk. 

  • The Boston Park Rangers ask that participants bring water and comfortable walking shoes to make this tour an enjoyable experience. The tour is intended for ages 15 and up, but is open for all to join. We strongly encourage kids under 15 to be accompanied by an adult. 

  • For more information on this event and future events hosted by the Park Rangers, visit the Boston Park Rangers homepage.
  • For any inquiries specific to environmental education, please email Nathan Smith.
June 15, 2025
2025-06-15T10:00:00 - 2025-06-15T14:00:00
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Brewing Connections: Intergenerational LGBTQ+ Café

May 10, 2025
  • 10:00am - 11:30am
  • 5 Congress Street
    Civic Pavilion
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Jullieanne Lee
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Downtown
  • Posted:
2025-05-10T10:00:00 - 2025-05-10T11:30:00

History isn’t just something we look back on—it’s something we live and shape every day. Brewing Connections brings together LGBTQ+ community members across generations to share stories, experiences, and perspectives over coffee and donuts (with fresh fruit for those who prefer a lighter bite!). Whether you’re looking to learn from the past, connect in the present, or inspire the future, this gathering is a space to celebrate our shared history and build meaningful relationships. Join us for a morning of conversation, community, and, of course, good coffee!

Presented by Ethos; The History Project; and The City of Boston’s Mayor’s Office of LGBTQIA2S+ Advancement, Age Strong Commission, and Office of Youth Engagement and Advancement

Folks can sign up here: brewingconnections.eventbrite.com

See flyer here

May 10, 2025
  • 10:00am - 11:30am
  • 5 Congress Street
    Civic Pavilion
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Jullieanne Lee
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Downtown
  • Posted:
2025-05-10T10:00:00 - 2025-05-10T11:30:00
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Queer Family Fest

May 4, 2025
2025-05-04T12:00:02 - 2025-05-04T15:00:02

At the Fest we'll be fostering intergenerational visibility and support and creating opportunities for connection and shared experience. Adults, teens, and children are all warmly welcomed.

The Fest will feature:

⚡️ Creative Arts and Crafts: Engaging activities for all ages, fostering connection and self-expression.

💖 Community Resource Tables with information and support from local LGBTQIA2S+ organizations.

🍿 Snacks to enjoy while connecting with fellow attendees.

🌈 Sliding-Scale Family Portraits: Professional portraits capturing the unique essence of your family.

🛝 City Hall Plaza Playground: An outdoor space for kids and families to play and enjoy.

 

Queer Family Fest flyer

May 4, 2025
2025-05-04T12:00:02 - 2025-05-04T15:00:02
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Jamaica Pond Nature Center - Open Hours

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

June 10, 2025
2025-06-10T11:00:00 - 2025-06-10T14:00:00
  • Have you ever encountered a Barred Owl in the wild? Do you know why Ospreys are commonly referred to as 'sea hawks'?  Do you have a question for a Park Ranger, or maybe you're interested in picking up a coloring sheet or two?  Stop by Jamaica Pond as we open our Nature Center from 11 am - 2 pm on Tuesday, June 10th. Check in with a Ranger and explore our natural history collection of birds, mammals, and reptiles commonly found throughout the Emerald Necklace.
  • For more information on this event and future events hosted by the Park Rangers, visit the Boston Park Rangers homepage.
  • For inquiries specific to environmental education, please email Nathan Smith.
June 10, 2025
2025-06-10T11:00:00 - 2025-06-10T14:00:00
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Jamaica Pond Nature Center - Open Hours

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

May 28, 2025
2025-05-28T11:00:00 - 2025-05-28T14:00:00
  • Have you ever encountered a Barred Owl in the wild? Do you know why Ospreys are commonly referred to as a 'sea hawks'?  Do you have a question for a Park Ranger, or maybe you're interested in picking up a coloring sheet or two?  Stop by Jamaica Pond as we open our Nature Center from 11 am - 2 pm on Wednesday, May 28th. Check in with a Ranger and explore our natural history collection of birds, mammals, and reptiles commonly found throughout the Emerald Necklace.
  • For more information on this event and future events hosted by the Park Rangers, visit the Boston Park Rangers homepage.
  • For inquiries specific to environmental education, please email Nathan Smith.
May 28, 2025
2025-05-28T11:00:00 - 2025-05-28T14:00:00
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Horse-Of-Course

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

August 3, 2025
2025-08-03T14:00:00 - 2025-08-03T14:45:00
  • Come along as the Boston Park Rangers introduce you with one of our equine partners. Spend 30-minutes exploring how we feed,  groom, and tack up our mounts as they get ready for patrol in Boston's parks. 
  • For more information on this event and future events hosted by the Park Rangers visit the Boston Park Rangers homepage.
  • For any inquiries specific to environmental education please email Nathan Smith.
August 3, 2025
2025-08-03T14:00:00 - 2025-08-03T14:45:00
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Horse-Of-Course

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

July 20, 2025
2025-07-20T14:00:00 - 2025-07-20T14:45:00
  • Come along as the Boston Park Rangers introduce you with one of our equine partners. Spend 30-minutes exploring how we feed,  groom, and tack up our mounts as they get ready for patrol in Boston's parks. 
  • For more information on this event and future events hosted by the Park Rangers visit the Boston Park Rangers homepage.
  • For any inquiries specific to environmental education please email Nathan Smith.
July 20, 2025
2025-07-20T14:00:00 - 2025-07-20T14:45:00
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Horse-Of-Course

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

July 3, 2025
2025-07-03T11:00:00 - 2025-07-03T11:45:00
  • Come along as the Boston Park Rangers introduce you with one of our equine partners. Spend 30-minutes exploring how we feed,  groom, and tack up our mounts as they get ready for patrol in Boston's parks. 
  • For more information on this event and future events hosted by the Park Rangers visit the Boston Park Rangers homepage.
  • For any inquiries specific to environmental education please email Nathan Smith.
July 3, 2025
2025-07-03T11:00:00 - 2025-07-03T11:45:00
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Horse-Of-Course

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

June 29, 2025
2025-06-29T14:00:00 - 2025-06-29T14:45:00
  • Come along as the Boston Park Rangers introduce you with one of our equine partners. Spend 30-minutes exploring how we feed,  groom, and tack up our mounts as they get ready for patrol in Boston's parks. 
  • For more information on this event and future events hosted by the Park Rangers visit the Boston Park Rangers homepage.
  • For any inquiries specific to environmental education please email Nathan Smith.
June 29, 2025
2025-06-29T14:00:00 - 2025-06-29T14:45:00
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