Boston Flora

Month: May 2024

  • Saturday, June 29, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm – Quinobequin Intertribal Paddle

    Join Indigenous Peoples Day Newton and the Charles River Watershed Association, @charlesriverwatershed , for our 2nd annual Quinobequin Intertribal Paddle!

    Along the way, you’ll hear from special guest Danielle Frank of the Hoopa & Yurok tribes about their recent success undamming the Klamath River & the return of the Salmon. You’ll also hear about local efforts to undam the Charles River from members of the CRWA team, the sacred Taíno traditions of canoes from Dr. Darlene Flores, & reflections from Toodie Coombs of the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe. The paddle starts from the Newton Historic Boathouse. This event is rain or shine. This stretch of the Charles has very calm waters. Canoes will be provided with life jackets, unless you have your own. Lifejackets required for all participants. Under 16 requires adult supervision at all times. All skill levels are welcome. Experienced paddlers will be in each vessel. Wear comfortable clothes that can get wet & wear sunscreen. This experience will last about 4 hours.

    For non-Native participants, we suggest a $100 donation for adults & a $25 donation for youth under 16. There is also a pay what you can option. Space is limited so sign up today. All proceeds will support IPD Newton’s 2024 Indigenous Peoples Day Ceremonial Celebration.

    Please contact Hartman Deetz at hartman.deetz429@gmail.com with any questions or concerns.

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  • Friday, June 21, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm – Summer Solstice Fundraiser in the 1827 Barn

    Wright-Locke Farm is going back to the old charm of the 1827 Barn for this extra special fundraiser on Friday, June 21 from 7 – 10. Great food, live music, and auction items will be part of the evening, to support the Farm at the start of the high season. So much growth in such a short time is cause for celebration. Learn all about what is happening at the Farm and how you can be part of the team. Tickets will be available online at https://www.WLFarm.org

  • Friday – Sunday, June 21 – June 23, and June 28 – 30, 10:00 am – 7:00 pm – 5th Annual Lavender Farm Fest

    Step into a world of serenity and natural beauty at our Lavender Farm Fest! Nestled amidst the picturesque lavender fields with a breathtaking view of Mount Wachusett and surrounding vistas, this festival promises a day filled with relaxation and delightful experiences. The 5th Annual Lavender Farm Fest takes place June 21, 22, 23 and June 28, 29, 30 at The Farm at SummitWynds, 62 Summit Street in Holden.

    Capture the moment as you wander through the lavender fields, striking poses with handheld cameras and phones (tripods and flash not allowed). Indulge your senses with lavender treats and drinks, while enjoying live music that sets the perfect mood for the day.

    Visit the Vintage Camper photo booth for some fun snapshots, listen to live music and sip on a glass of beer or wine from Seven Saws Brewing, Red Apple Farm, and Hardwick Winery, including special Lavender Beer, Wine and Hard Cider crafted from our own lavender (21+ only). Discover the charm of our newly hatched chicks and explore the Boutique Artisanal Marketplace for unique finds.

    Immerse yourself in the tranquility of a Yoga Class in the Lavender Field, check our website for timings. Embark on a nature trail adventure, hike through enchanting landscapes, and take a self-guided farm tour to meet horses, sheep, and chickens.

    Learn about the rich history of The Farm at SummitWynds and cool off with lavender lemonade or lavender soft serve ice cream. Walk the labyrinth for a spiritual journey and bring your children (EXCEPT on June 21st which is Adults Only) for various activities like Hoot N Holler Hill, Farmer Chip, and Granny’s Stable with our herd of spring horses.

    Witness the buzz as our farm becomes a haven for pollinators–purchase a butterfly envelope and release your own butterfly at the farm. Join us for a day of joy, nature, and lavender at our Lavender Farm Fest! Admission $16. https://lavenderfarmfest.com/

     

  • Thursday, June 13, 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Eastern – The Garden Politic in Nineteenth Century America, Online

    How did ordinary home gardeners in nineteenth-century America perceive their gardens as tied to the fates of the nation and the world? This Garden Conservancy online talk on June 13 shows how caring for plants brought nineteenth-century home gardeners face-to-face with the greatest political issues of the day: colonialism, conquest, slavery, and democracy. It focuses on a selection of gardeners who were also famous writers—including Emily Dickinson, Nathaniel Hawthorne, and Frederick Douglass—and shows how their homes and gardens were important places for broader environmental thinking. This talk draws on research from Mary Kuhn’s new book, The Garden Politic: Global Plants and Botanical Nationalism in Nineteenth-Century America. Mary Kuhn is an assistant professor of English at the University of Virginia. She is the author of The Garden Politic and many articles on the relationship between people, plants, and politics. At UVA, she routinely teaches courses in nineteenth-century literary studies, environmental literature, and the environmental humanities.

    $5 for Garden Conservancy members, $15 for nonmembers. A recording of this webinar will be sent to all registrants a few days after the event. We encourage you to register, even if you cannot attend the live webinar. Register at https://www.gardenconservancy.org/education/education-events/virtual-talk-the-garden-politic-in-nineteenth-century-america

  • Friday, June 14, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm – Birds & Brew

    Join the Massachusetts Audubon Society at the Boston Nature Center & Wildlife Sanctuary on Friday, June 14 from 7 – 10 for Birds & Brew under the moon and stars. The evening features beer tastings from many local breweries, plus delicious food. Meet live birds from Blue Hills Trailside Museum. There will be live music, a raffle, and trivia games with prizes. $45 per person in advance, $55 at the door. Call 617-983-8500 or purchase online at https://www.massaudubon.org/boston

  • Thursday, June 13, 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Eastern – Native Hydrangeas, Online

    Hydrangeas are one of the most loved plants in the landscape. Yet many gardeners are unaware of the beauty, sustainability, and benefits of our native hydrangeas. Instead of being disappointed by plants that aren’t suited to our climate, we’ll look at the hydrangea choices available for the enjoyment of both people and pollinators. This online course by Native Plant Trust will take place June 13 at 6 pm with Cheryl Salatino, and is $17 for NPT members, $20 for nonmembers. Register at http://www.nativeplanttrust.org/events/native-hydrangeas/

  • Friday, May 31, 12:00 noon – 1:00 pm Eastern – Cutting Gardens: Bouquets, Small Spaces, and Lots of Bloom, Online

    Growing flowers brings beauty to your garden, supports pollinators, and provides bouquets to spread joy to others. Join the US Botanic Garden and Maya Kosok, owner and lead gardener of Hillen Homestead, on May 31 at noon to hear about her urban flower farm on a half acre in urban Baltimore city, and learn how you can grow loads of cut flowers in your home garden or small farm. She will touch on variety selection, plant spacing, pest management, harvest practices, and some tips and tricks for making beautiful and bountiful homegrown bouquets. Registration required at https://usbg.swoogo.com/CuttingGardensLecture-May24

  • Wednesday, June 5, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Eastern – The Kitchen Mycologist

    Knowing a little mycology (the study of fungi) can make you a better mushroom cook. This New York Botanical Garden illustrated talk online on June 5 teaches basic mycology through the lens of your kitchen. It explores the intersection of mycology and the selection, storage, preparation, and nutritional value of mushrooms; the way fungi spoils foods and improves foods; the biologic reason why mushrooms taste differently and why some are more expensive than others; and the impact of endophytic fungi and mycorrhizal networks on food crops.

    Instructor Eugenia Bone is a critically acclaimed journalist, with an emphasis on food, fungi, and other microorganisms, and former president of the New York Mycological Society. She is a member of the National Association of Science Writers. Her previous books include Microbia, Mycophilia, The Kitchen Ecosystem, Well Preserved, At Mesa’s Edge, and Italian Family Dining. Her books have been nominated for a variety of awards, including a Colorado Book Award and James Beard Award, and her work has appeared in The New York Times, The Denver Post, The Wall Street Journal, Saveur, Food & Wine, and Gourmet, among others. She has lectured widely, at venues like the Missouri Botanical Gardens, the Denver Botanical Garden, and the New York Public Library.

    Nonmembers $70, Members $65. Register HERE.

  • Wednesdays, June 5 – June 19, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm Eastern – Native New England Shrubs, Online

    Shrubs vary widely in size,shape, color, bark, flower,and fruit. This Native Plant Trust course led by Brian Colleran will introduce you to almost 50 native New England shrub species, emphasizing plant identification, family characteristics, and historical plant uses. Classes will be held Wednesdays, June 5 – 19 from 6:30 pm – 8:30 online. $ 120 for NPT members, $144 for nonmembers. Register at http://www.nativeplanttrust.org/events/native-new-england-shrubs-online/

  • Saturday, June 15, 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm – New England Rose Society Show & Sale

    Come see a large, colorful array of cut roses displayed at the annual New England Rose Society Show on June 15 from 12:00 – 3:00 at The New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill. The roses are judged and awarded ribbons and certificates by horticultural judges within the American Rose Society. Learn tips and tricks for easy rose growing and ask consulting rosarians your questions. You do not need to be a member of the New England Rose Society to enter roses. The New England Rose Society is affiliated with the American Rose Society and has been in existence for over 80 years. Their task is to inform and educate people about our national flower, the rose. For more information about the society, visit http://www.rosepetals.org/. This event is included with General Admission. We recommend purchasing your tickets online in advance to secure your preferred date. You can also buy tickets in person at the Garden. There will be two lectures. At 10:30 am, enjoy Easy Roses, Happy Gardens: A Stress-Free Introduction, and at 11:30, hear Friends and Foes of the Garden.