Meet at the kiosk at the entrance to Hammond Woods next to Hammond Pond near the Chestnut Hill Mall

Join Richard Primack, professor of plant ecology at Boston University and a lifelong Newton resident, to learn about for a walk through Hammond Woods. Richard will point out various wildflowers, unusual trees, unique geological features, and evidence of past land use at Hammond Woods. Sturdy shoes are recommended. The terrain is relatively flat but muddy in some areas. A steady rain will cancel the walk.&nbsp; Participants must register through Newton Conservators (link below).Trip Leader: Richard Primack (<a href="mailto:primack@bu.edu">primack@bu.edu</a>)

Local Event: Stroll Hammond Woods with Noted Plant Ecologist

Middlesex County

Newton

Massachusetts

Stroll Hammond Woods with Noted Plant Ecologist

Join Richard Primack, professor of plant ecology at Boston University and a lifelong Newton resident, to learn about for a walk...

Susan W Lyon

Benjamin Pierce

Boston Metropolitan Area

Watertown

Norfolk County

Brookline

Needham

Boston

Suffolk County

West Roxbury

William Hall

Waltham

Wellesley

Belmont

Weston

Jamaica Plain

Roslindale

Online Presentation

During this complimentary session, we’ll discuss the different ways we all interact with real estate. We'll discuss the current real estate market, what you need to know about real estate investing, and considerations for helping a family member with a home purchase.Presented by: Lennox Donlon, APMA®, Associate Financial Advisor - R. Miller &amp; Associates, a private wealth advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial LLC
Hosted by: R. Miller &amp; Associates, a private wealth advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial LLC

Local Event: Complimentary Presentation - Real Estate: Important Considerations for You and Your Family

Complimentary Presentation - Real Estate:...

During this complimentary session, we’ll discuss the different ways we all interact with real estate. We'll discuss the current...

Complimentary Presentation - Real Estate: Important Considerations for You and Your Family

Station Street

On the 1st Saturday of May each year Station Street in Brookline becomes a pedestrian way as over 70 artists and makers set up to share their work, plus a live music variety show event late in the afternoon.&nbsp; Fully accessible.&nbsp; Great fun for all ages.

Local Event: Brookline Village Arts Festival

Brookline Village Arts Festival

On the 1st Saturday of May each year Station Street in Brookline becomes a pedestrian way as over 70 artists and makers set up...

Camp Cedar Hill

<h2>STEM Fest at Camp Cedar Hill</h2>
<h4>Don’t miss STEM Fest at Camp Cedar Hill on May 2, a hands-on STEM takeover where Girl Scouts can explore interactive challenges, meet real STEM professionals, and choose their own adventure across exciting science and technology experiences.&nbsp;</h4>It’s a STEM takeover at camp! Explore fun hands-on science, technology, engineering, and math challenges throughout Camp Cedar Hill from local program partners. Participants will use a map to choose their adventure and which topics to explore. Meet and chat with STEM professionals while digging deeper into topics you love or discovering new ones you may not have known about!
STEM Fest is the premier STEM event of the year at Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts. This event is open to ALL Girl Scout levels with activities and experiments created for different ages.&nbsp;
The event fee includes a collectible fun patch and STEM-themed giveaways. Check back regularly for an updated list of partners and activities!
Daisy, Brownie, and Junior Girl Scouts require volunteer supervision, while Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors have a drop-off option for this event.
Questions or need assistance registering? Contact <a href="mailto:customercare@gsema.org" target="_blank">customercare@gsema.org</a>
Partial <a href="https://bit.ly/gsemafin" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">financial assistance</a> is available for GSEMA youth members.

Local Event: Girl Scouts Presents STEM Fest

Girl Scouts Presents STEM Fest

STEM Fest at Camp Cedar Hill
Don’t miss STEM Fest at Camp Cedar Hill on May 2, a hands-on STEM takeover where Girl Scouts can...

Join us on Saturday, May 2nd for our annual Watertown comic celebration--FREE&nbsp;COMIC&nbsp;BOOK&nbsp;DAY 2026! From 10am-5pm enjoy free books, prizes, live music, great sales &amp; more. Save the date &amp; bring your friends!

Local Event: Free Comic Book Day 2026

Free Comic Book Day 2026

Join us on Saturday, May 2nd for our annual Watertown comic celebration--FREE COMIC BOOK DAY 2026! From 10am-5pm enjoy free...

Look What's Popping Up in Wellesley! Stroll around Wellesley. Church, and Linden Squares for Wellesley in Bloom on Saturday, May 2, sponsored by The Village Bank.&nbsp; Discover over 50 pop up experiences: floral arranging, art exhibits; plus, dozens of stores and restaurants with offers and promotions. Some events will extend to Mother's Day.Here's an example...floral arranging classes at Winstons, a fragrance pop up at Ana Katarina, discounts at Atelier, Isabel Harvey, Wellesley Holiday Boutique and art exhibits at Beth Urdang and Engel &amp; Volkers. There's so many exciting events &amp;&nbsp;offers. See link for full list.&nbsp;Don't miss the Captain Mardens &amp;&nbsp;Sweeties food trucks, parked on Central &amp;&nbsp;Abbott Streets.&nbsp;&nbsp;For Mahjong &amp;&nbsp;Canasta gamers, there's a full-day with The Canasta Connection at black &amp; blue Steak &amp; Crab - 10:30 for Mahj and 1:30 for Canasta - see link to reserve; no classes; best for advanced beginners to advanced players.All updated info is on the Wonderful Wellesley blog.&nbsp; See link.

Local Event: Wellesley in Bloom - Looking What's Popping Up? 

Wellesley in Bloom - Looking What's Popping Up? 

Look What's Popping Up in Wellesley! Stroll around Wellesley. Church, and Linden Squares for Wellesley in Bloom on Saturday,...

Virtual

Academically adventurous students flourish at Commonwealth School, challenged by rigorous classes and supported by faculty at the top of their fields. Are you interested in applying next year? Here’s your chance to discover what makes our school so uncommon!
Join us Wednesday, May 27, from 6:30–8:00 p.m., for a <a href="https://www.commschool.org/admissions-aid/admissions-events/info-session" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Virtual Information Session for Fall 2027 Admission</a>.
During this event, prospective students will have the chance to:
<ul class="rx-format-list-to-text"><li>Participate in a sample class</li><li>Preview the admissions and financial aid processes</li><li>Hear from current students and parents. </li></ul>
Parents of prospective students will also be able to connect with Commonwealth parents.
Please note that pre-registration is required for this event.
<a href="https://www.commschool.org/admissions-aid/admissions-events/info-session" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Sign up now to reserve your spot.</a>
We look forward to seeing you there!

Local Event: Commonwealth School Virtual Information Session for Fall 2027 Admission

Commonwealth School Virtual Information Session...

Academically adventurous students flourish at Commonwealth School, challenged by rigorous classes and supported by faculty at...

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