Events

Friends and families are invited to complete a jigsaw puzzle in a fun, friendly tournament. Each team will be assigned a table with a 300-piece puzzle to be opened when the tournament begins.

We will provide a variety of games for kids and adults to play together but we also welcome you bringing a family favorite to introduce to others. Registration is encouraged to make sure we have enough games and enough people to play, but drop ins day of are welcome.

Visit as many area libraries as you can and take a picture of yourself with a designated item (or two items) in each library — it’s a scavenger hunt! More information.

Karina Liendo will share the tale of a Brazilian Cinderella and her unique sister, whose support helps her through difficult times and leads her to true love. After the story, we'll reinforce Spanish vocabulary as we sing, play, and do a craft. Registration required.

Join Conservation Department staff for a tour of the Walden Woods Project on Baker Farm Road with Executive Director Kathi Anderson on Thursday, Aug. 6 from 9:00-10:00am. Anderson will discuss the organization’s history and mission, and lead a guided tour of the historic buildings that house WWP’s administrative offices. More information and registration. 

Craft a two-dimensional needle-felted design of a pleasingly plump panda with bamboo. For ages 11-19. Registration required.

See details here. 

Hear Boston-based folk band Sweet Wednesday and enjoy the Drumlin Farm wildlife sanctuary at (admission is included with your ticket). Registration required; details here.

An evening of opera, musical theater, cabaret, and circus in the deCordova Sculpture Park. Register here.

Come to Farrington Nature Linc on Saturday, Aug. 15 at 6:15pm to Sunday, Aug. 16 at 10:00am for a night hike, campfire and s’mores, stargazing outside of city lights, staying overnight in a tent, and a light breakfast. Guests can register to stay for part or all of the event and are welcome to bring their dinner to eat […]

Learn traditional Japanese dying techniques and create your own set of dyed textiles. Register here.

The Walden Woods Project hosts “North is a Circle,” a film and guided nature meditation with artist Faith Johnson, on Wednesday, Aug. 19 from 6:30–8:00pm. Filmed primarily within the Arctic Circle, this poetic and meditative journey explores the complexities of ancestry in relation to Earth-based belonging, interspecies spiritual connection, and healing through subtle actions, original symbols, and […]