Moon Night Hike, Winter Solstice Activities at Garden in the Woods

Did you know that New England’s premier wildflower garden, named one of the 1,000 Great Places to Visit in Massachusetts in 2010 by Yankee Magazine, is right here in our very own backyard?

Located at 180 Hemenway Rd. in Framingham, the New England Wild Flower Society was founded over 100 years ago and exists to conserve and promote the region’s native plants to ensure healthy, biologically diverse landscapes.  

The Society is recognized as one of the nation's leading plant conservation organizations. It also owns and operates Garden in the Woods which showcases the largest landscaped collection of wildflowers in the Northeast. Garden in the Woods is the Society’s headquarters as well as a public botanic garden and horticultural study center. 

Garden in the Woods is a great learning place for kids. Plan a trip there this fall for these exciting classes/events for kids and parents! 

Full Moon Night Hike (for children with an adult companion)

On the night of the "Beaver Moon" venture out into the dark forest to enjoy nighttime’s sights, smells, and sounds. Who is still awake? What stars or planets can we spot? What tricks can we use to find our way? After our walk, enjoy hot cocoa and make a booklet of full-moon activities for months of full moons to come.

Thursday, Nov. 10, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Location: Garden in the Woods, Framingham, MA
Course Code: fam6500
Instructor: Tracy Phipps
Fee: $9 (Member) / $11 (Nonmember)
Limit: 24  

Welcoming the Winter Solstice (for adults and families)

The Winter Solstice marks the time of the year when the midday sun is at its lowest point in the sky. The Solstices mark key turning points in the year and have been celebrated by many cultures throughout history. The Winter Solstice marks the shortest day (and longest night) of the year, as well as the first day of winter. This year, the solstice occurs on Thursday, Dec. 22 at 12:30 a.m. We will prepare for the solstice and celebrate the season with solstice history and lore, poetry, a solstice story and a walk outdoors to enjoy the setting sun and the beauty of nature. The program will end indoors with a short ceremony to welcome the solstice season followed by warm cider and cookies. 

Tuesday, Dec. 20, 3:30-5:30 p.m.

Location: Garden in the Woods, Framingham, MA
Course Code: fam1802
Instructor: Roland "Boot" Boutwell
Fee: $9 (Member) / $11 (Nonmember)
Limit: 24   

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