Dear Members and Friends:
Back from Spring Break – plenty of news to share:
Spring is here! We’re offering a few nature based events for the community, please join us for a Bird Walk on Sunday May 12th, Urban Tree Talk on Thursday, May 16th, and the Annual Flower Share on Saturday, May 18th.
The FCA Flowershare for members is Saturday, May 18th.
Thanks to all who have renewed their membership, and welcome new members!
We are delighted that Northeastern University will continue this event as a longstanding tradition and partnership that provides Fenway residents flowers to beautify window boxes and gardens. See below for details.
FCA’s “Year of the Tree” initiative.
Tree #1 has been planted! Behind the scenes, we’re working to get grants for street tree plantings and care, and support Boston’s Urban Forest Plan. Join us to hear more on Thursday, May 16th (see below).
CHAIR YOGA started May 9th, repeats each Thursday through August 29, 10-11 a.m. Symphony Park. Full details below in ONGOING section
UPCOMING
Sunday, May 12 at 7:30 a.m., Birds of the Back Bay Fens, Guided Bird Walk with Nature Man Mike, Back Bay Fens – Meet at the Japanese Bell outside the Kelleher Rose Garden (by the footbridge across from the Museum of Fine Arts).
Thrill to the sight and sound of the array of birds that inhabit the Back Bay Fens each spring. All levels welcome. Bring binoculars (flyer attached)
Monday, May 13, 06:00 PM – 08:00 PM, Wentworth Institute of Technology IMP 2024-2034, Public Meeting | Virtual Meeting
The BPDA is hosting a virtual Public Meeting to discuss the recently filed 2024-2034 Wentworth Institute of Technology Institutional Master Plan (“IMP”). The purpose of the meeting is to provide an overview of the IMP, the potential projects listed within the IMP, and discuss potential impacts and mitigation. The meeting will include a presentation followed by questions and comments from the public.
How to Participate Please register for the meeting using the following Zoom link:
bit.ly/3vomgMU
Tuesday, May 14 – Neighborhood Night at Fenway Park
FCA and other civic groups will be honored on the field before the first pitch! We might have a few tickets to distribute… watch your email for details!
Thursday, May 16, 6-8 p.m. Boston’s Urban Forestry Program – free talk “Looking Up to Trees: Growing Boston’s Urban Forestry Program” at Steve Heck Room, Berklee College of Music, 1140 Boylston Street, Boston
The FCA is coordinating with Boston’s Urban Forestry division to present an in-person talk about street trees and the city’s Urban Forestry Plan. Bring a friend! (flyer attached)
Saturday, May 18 – 2024 FCA/NEU Annual Flower Share
For those who registered, pick up at your requested location and time:
West Fenway: 9:30-11:00 a.m., Exterior of the Fenway Victory Gardens, 1200 Boylston Street
East Fenway: 9:00-10:30 a.m. Exterior of Fenway Center, 68 St. Stephen Street
ONGOING
Every Other Wednesday, 3:30 p.m.until done, Fenway Cares Food Distribution
Next date: 5/22 – at 2 locations:
West Fenway – Fenway Community Center, 1282 Boylston (enter-Jersey)
East Fenway – Symphony Community Park, 39 Edgerly Road
Volunteers are welcome to sign up for all dates and both locations! Volunteer
Thursdays, 10-11 a.m. Chair Yoga at Symphony Park
https://www.boston.gov/calendar/parks-fitness-bcbs-chair-yoga-nicole
Thursdays – Park Fitness: Chair Yoga with Michelle – 10-11:00 a.m. Symphony Park, 39 Edgerly Road. Repeats each Thursday until August 29. Participate in a free fitness class offered by a certified instructor. Classes are sponsored by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, and the Boston Public Health Commission.
MGH/MBG Community Care Health Clinic – 2-5 p.m. on Fenway Cares dates, East Fenway, in Morville House, 100 Norway Street. Offerings may include blood pressure monitoring, blood sugar testing, COVID-19, flu, and pneumonia vaccines.
RED SOX – 2024 printable baseball schedule / Fenway Park concert schedule
BPDA ACTIVE PROJECTS
“Under Review”: 2 Charlesgate West, Fenway Corners (West), Boston University – Warren Towers Renovation, 409 Huntington Avenue, 142-146 St. Mary’s Street
See you around!
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