4/2/13 North End Community Meeting Summary
Our thanks to more than 30 people who attended our North End Community Meeting on April 2nd at Fairmont Hotel in the North End. Our opening presentation is linked here and we’ve done our best to summarize the questions (and answers) as well as input from participants. From the Facilities and Maintenance Breakout, Steve Anderson, […]
Winter Lights On the Greenway
The Greenway’s Winter Lights program runs throughout the winter months from December through March. Our budget for Winter Lights displays and artist-driven events (running from December through March) is spread across the 1.5 miles of Greenway. We have planned three artist events for 2012/2013 in addition to a selection of Greenway features that are lit, including: – Light […]
Growing Greener: a New Class of Apprentices!
In early September, we welcomed a new class of Green & Grow Apprentices and they’ve taken off running!
National Public Lands Volunteer Day
Our first National Public Lands volunteer day on Saturday, September 29th on the Greenway had a rainy start, but by the time volunteers began to arrive at six different locations to dig into their tasks for the morning, the rain had departed and we had a cool, overcast day to tackle the mountain of work laid out by our horticulture and maintenance staff.
Sneak Peek Carousel Week: Hello Skunk
Today we had the privilege of sitting down with Skunk, one of the characters created for the new custom carousel on the Rose Kennedy Greenway.
Rose’s Birthday
The Greenway Parks were named after Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy, who was born and raised in Boston, as a way to honor the many accomplishments of her life. On Friday, July 22 on the Greenway we will celebrate Rose’s birthday – and her legacy.
Luck for the New Year
Chinatown Main Street, an initiative of the City of Boston and the National Trust for Historic Preservation is bringing a small flower market to Chinatown Park on the Greenway this weekend in celebration of the Chinese New Year.
Volunteer Appreciation
181 individuals devoted over 500 hours of service to the Greenway over the past year. Through 38 separate events, volunteers assisted with horticulture, programs and general office needs. The Greenway drew a diverse group of committed individuals that included young and old, students and corporate teams, residents and commuters.
A Big Bright Lights Thank You!
The unveiling of Bright Lights for Winter Nights was a success! The parks came alive with music, light and joy to celebrate the winter solstice. A huge THANK YOU to our sponsors, volunteers and staff for making this evening of winter wonder possible.
Bright Lights for Winter Nights 2010
Tomorrow, the Greenway unveils Bright Lights for Winter Nights, a 12-week lighting and art display that will run from December 21st to the spring equinox, March 21st, 2011. Join us Tuesday, December 21st from 4-7 PM for a free celebratory event.
Fall Harvest Fun, “way better than trick-or-treating”
Overheard in the Greenway Halloween Maze: “This is way better than trick-or-treating” – young ninjas being chased by a witch “I can take my pumpkin home?!” – a princess and a ladybug painting pumpkins “What a great way to bring a bit of farm to the city.” – parents watching their costumed childrem run through […]
Temporary sculpture call for entries
The Greenway Conservancy invites artists to forward a selection of existing sculptures for consideration for an 18-month installation in the area dedicated to temporary sculpture in the Wharf District’s Urban Arboretum. The current work being exhibited, Botanica, is the creation of local artist and Boston Sculptors Gallery member, George Sherwood. It will be replaced by […]
Kids draw the darndest things
In October, the Greenway Conservancy took to the classrooms to learn from our best carousel customers, the children. As part of the Conservancy’s feasibility study, we visited four local schools – James F. Condon School (South Boston), Roger Clapp Elementary (Dorchester), The Eliot School (North End), and The Advent School (Beacon Hill) – to gather […]
Edible Plants on the Greenway
On July 13, Greenway-goers joined the Conservancy’s Superintendent of Horticulture, Thomas Smarr for a tour of Edible Plants along the Greenway. The tour, the first of the Greenway Conservancy’s Horticulture Series, was hosted in partnership with the Boston Natural Areas Network (BNAN). It began in the Dewey Square Parks, where Tom gave an explanation of […]
Make it a Family Affair of the Greenway
With the return of summer comes the return of outdoor activities! This month look forward to three family friendly programs coming back to the Greenway. Wednesday nights, let the Greenway be your backyard and join us for Family Game Night in the North End and Chinatown Parks from 5 to 7PM. After work, bring your […]
Summer Concert Series Jazzing Up the Greenway
Tuesday, June 22nd kicked off the Greenway’s Lunchtime Outdoor Concert Series in association with the Boston Public Market. The Lunchtime Outdoor Concert Series in Dewey Square Park is happening on Tuesdays, 12-2PM, now through August 24th, and will feature a selection of Boston’s budding musical talent. Jazz Trio, Gary Fieldman, Hillary Noble, and Will Slater […]
Food Goes Mobile on the Greenway
A few months ago the Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway Conservancy began asking community members what they would like to see most on the Greenway. The resounding answer? More food options. Today you will find Andale Express and Beantown Franks ‘n Spuds offering affordable food options in the Wharf District Parks as part of the Conservancy’s […]
Summer is back, and so are activities!
Summer has returned to the Greenway, and so have free summer activities! In an effort to promote a healthy, more vibrant community, the Rose Kennedy Greenway offers a several opportunities for free exercise and enjoyment. Wednesday Yo-Chi with Suzanne Brownell of Health Thyself is a fusion of Yoga and Chi-Gung and not only increases strength, […]
Boston Public Market Returns to Dewey Square
This past week the Boston Public Market on Dewey Square returned to the Greenway. The market, which runs from May 27th through November 23rd and is now in its third year at the Greenway location, hosts several vendors carrying a range of artisanal goods. The sun was shining for opening day causing many passers-by to […]
Saying thank you with music and dance
Paying tribute to those who make the world a better place, like a mother or caregiver, can seem daunting. But a simple “thank you, mom” can go a long way…Whether you say it in a card, a Mothers’ Walk Paver, or a little song and dance. On Saturday, May 8th we said just that, thank […]
A Tribute to Mothers: Greenway Conservancy Presents Boston Ballet on Saturday, May 8th
We are thrilled to welcome the Boston Ballet to the Greenway this weekend in honor of Mother’s Day! On Saturday May 8, the Conservancy will host, “A Tribute to Mothers”, a day of free activities and performance from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. celebrating mothers and caregivers. The day will feature a special outdoor performance […]
Celebrate the Earth and create a healthier environment for all – with Fundreds!
Thursday, April 22 is the 40th anniversary of Earth Day. What are you doing to celebrate? What “acts of green” will you take? We invite you to the Greenway for a free Earth Day Concert with The River 92.5 (featuring They Might Be Giants and Citizen Cope). And participate with the Greenway Conservancy in Mel […]
“Botanica” returns to the Greenway
Marathon tourists strolling the Greenway this morning with cameras in hand were delighted to see a sculpture put together in a matter of minutes. George Sherwood’s delightful, kinetic sculpture “Botanica” returned to its temporary home on the Rose F. Kennedy Greenway just south of High Street, across from the Rowes Wharf arch. The piece will […]
Connecting on the Greenway and with our loved ones
I thrive on my mother’s confidence, love and guidance on a daily basis. She is the strongest woman I have ever known… She has devoted all of her time to me… I love to talk to people about my mother because she is not only an inspiration to me but to everybody with whom she […]
Green and Grow apprentices find transformative experiences in the mountains
Editor’s Note: This is a guest post from Ellen Lempereur, Education Program Coordinator for the Rose F. Kennedy Greenway Conservancy. As we discovered back in December, our Green and Grow apprentices have become experts in pruning, leaf terminology and tree physiology. Recently they also proved to be adept winter hikers and trackers, able to sniff […]
