Daily Archives: July 24, 2017


Tuesday, August 1, 12:00 noon – 1:00 pm – Walk for Renewables: Back Bay Gas Pipeline?

The Boston Clean Energy Coalition, which includes Mothers Out Front, Sierra Club, HEET (Home Energy Efficiency Team) and the Green Committee of the Neighborhood Association of Back Bay (NABB), is sponsoring a Walk for Renewables on Tuesday, August 1 from noon – 1 pm. The walk will start at the Dartmouth Street entrance to the Boston Public Library and continue to The Fountain at the Christian Science Church Plaza. Suggested dress: dogs on leash, decorated strollers, bathing suits for kids (optional), navy or black or green t-shirts. Free water and lemonade will be available. For more information visit www.nabbonline.com.  Below is a map of one proposed location for the pipeline.


Thursday, August 3, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm – Contemplating the Zen Garden

Be immersed in peacefulness as you explore Tenshin-en, the “Garden of the Heart of Heaven” at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston on Thursday, August 3 from 6 – 7:30. This evening includes a talk on the history and design of this serene setting, followed by a mindful walking meditation. Participants are also encouraged to bring materials to sketch in the garden. The session will be led by Karen Haley, building groups manager, Museum of Fine Arts, Boston and by
Susan Pollak, psychologist, artist, mindfulness teacher, and bestselling author

Tickets cost $40 for MFA members | $50 non-members. To purchase tickets and/or to learn more about the program, please visit http://www.mfa.org/programs/lectures-and-courses/contemplating-the-zen-garden.