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Celebrate Take a Child Outside Week! Seed Investigation

Discovery Museum Discovery Museum, 177 Main St, Acton, MA, United States

Late Summer/early Fall is the time when many trees and plants release their seeds to grow a new generation. These seeds have some ingenious ways of getting where they need to go. Some tempt animals to eat them, which gives them a free ride and provides fertilizer at the same time! Some parachute from trees, […]

Free with admission

Wellness on the Walkways: Nature Reflections on the Merrimack

UMass Lowell Bellegarde Boathouse 500 Pawtucket Blvd, Lowell, United States

Join Lowell National Historical Park on Sunday, September 28th, at 11am to enjoy a morning boat ride while taking in the nature and beauty along the Merrimack River. Take some time to be still, present, and reflect. We will provide writing and art materials, (or bring your own!) and prompt you along the boat ride […]

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Wellness on the Walkways: Nature Reflections on the Merrimack

UMass Lowell Bellegarde Boathouse 500 Pawtucket Blvd, Lowell, United States

Join Lowell National Historical Park on Sunday, September 28th, at 11am to enjoy a morning boat ride while taking in the nature and beauty along the Merrimack River. Take some time to be still, present, and reflect. We will provide writing and art materials, (or bring your own!) and prompt you along the boat ride […]

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Celebrate Take a Child Outside Week! Working in the Garden

Discovery Museum Discovery Museum, 177 Main St, Acton, MA, United States

Learn what plants need to grow and help us take care of the Discovery Woods Garden. We will water our plants, check for weeds, and see if any plants are ready to be picked. Be on the lookout for insects that help our plants to grow! Inclement weather may result in changes to this program, […]

Free with admission

Boarding House Park

Boarding House Park

Boarding House Park Boarding House Park, 40 French St, Lowell, MA, United States

Join Lowell National Historical Park for Free Fun for Kids with Lowell Summer Music Series at Boarding House Park. Each performance is unique and includes so many things to do. Starting at 10:00 am, have blast with music, performances, arts and crafts, free books, snacks, and organized playgroups. These events create joyful, enriching moments for […]

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Boarding House Park

Boarding House Park

Boarding House Park Boarding House Park, 40 French St, Lowell, MA, United States

Join Lowell National Historical Park for Free Fun for Kids with Lowell Summer Music Series at Boarding House Park. Each performance is unique and includes so many things to do. Starting at 10:00 am, have blast with music, performances, arts and crafts, free books, snacks, and organized playgroups. These events create joyful, enriching moments for […]

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Open Streets Lowell

Greater Merrimack Valley Convention and Visitors Bureau Greater Merrimack Valley Convention and Visitors Bureau, 115 Merrimack St, Lowell, MA, United States +1 more

Open Streets are a nationwide movement to encourage healthy activities such as walking and biking and the use of streets for outdoor dining, shopping, activities, and more. An all-volunteer team is organizing Lowell's very own pilot Open Streets event. It's free fun - family and student friendly! For one afternoon, Merrimack Street between Kirk and […]

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Open Streets Lowell

Greater Merrimack Valley Convention and Visitors Bureau Greater Merrimack Valley Convention and Visitors Bureau, 115 Merrimack St, Lowell, MA, United States

Open Streets are a nationwide movement to encourage healthy activities such as walking and biking and the use of streets for outdoor dining, shopping, activities, and more. An all-volunteer team is organizing Lowell's very own pilot Open Streets event. It's free fun - family and student friendly! For one afternoon, Merrimack Street between Kirk and […]

Backyard and Beyond: Wildflower Planting at Discovery Museum

Discovery Museum Discovery Museum, 177 Main St, Acton, MA, United States

Native wildflowers are a great way to support pollinators and add a pop of color to your outdoor space. Join us in Discovery Woods as we plant seeds together. Learn the simple steps for preparing and planting, and get inspired to add bee-friendly plants to your neighborhood. Inclement weather may result in changes to the […]

Free with admission
Boarding House Park

Boarding House Park

Boarding House Park Boarding House Park, 40 French St, Lowell, MA, United States

Join Lowell National Historical Park for Free Fun for Kids with Lowell Summer Music Series at Boarding House Park. Each performance is unique and includes so many things to do. Starting at 10:00 am, have blast with music, performances, arts and crafts, free books, snacks, and organized playgroups. These events create joyful, enriching moments for […]

Free
Boarding House Park

Boarding House Park

Boarding House Park Boarding House Park, 40 French St, Lowell, MA, United States

Join Lowell National Historical Park for Free Fun for Kids with Lowell Summer Music Series at Boarding House Park. Each performance is unique and includes so many things to do. Starting at 10:00 am, have blast with music, performances, arts and crafts, free books, snacks, and organized playgroups. These events create joyful, enriching moments for […]

Free
Discovery Museum Reflection Room: Whose Land are We On? at Discovery Museum

Discovery Museum Reflection Room: Whose Land are We On? at Discovery Museum

Discovery Museum Discovery Museum, 177 Main St, Acton, MA, United States

October 13th is Indigenous People’s Day, a day to honor and celebrate Native American Peoples. Join us as we explore a variety of stories written by Indigenous authors to learn more about Native histories and cultures. Take a closer look at a map of New England to see where the tribal territories overlay the borders […]

Free with admission