The Arboretum was one of my favorite spots to walk during the very height of the pandemic last year. I wanted to learn more about nature, and the Arboretum delivered. When I stopped to admire a unique flower blooming, a helpful description noted the plant s region of origin and its species. I appreciated the chance to unplug and take in my surroundings. And still, it’s the perfect place to go for a walk with someone to talk about the miracles that nature has to show.
Throughout the month of May
The Arnold Arboretum won t host its famous annual Lilac Sunday this year due to the pandemic, but visitors are welcome to visit. Keeping a safe distance, you can still take in the heady fragrance of the more than 400 lilac plants in bloom. The Arboretum has 179 kinds of lilacs, with flowers of varying shapes and sizes. They typically bloom late April through late May, giving you plenty of chances. Lilac Sunday is expected to return next year when the Arnold Arboretum celebrates its 150th
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Unless otherwise noted, registration for events can be done by visiting the events tab at http://arboretum.harvard.edu.
Upcoming
Guided Tree Meditation with Speak for the Trees Boston: 3-4:30 p.m. May 2. For information: https://arboretum.harvard.edu/events. Join Speak for the Trees Boston for this 1 1/2-hour guided meditation at the Arboretum.
Spring Bird Walk: 8 a.m. May 8 and 22. For information: https://arboretum.harvard.edu/events. Join two experienced birders for a 90-minute walk suitable for beginners and experienced birders alike. Meet at the Arborway Gate for this walk in the landscape to see Arboretum birds. Space is limited to 20 and the group will be divided into two sections. COVID guidelines of masks and social distancing will be required. Bring binoculars.
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From left to right, top to bottom: Running by the Charles River, a kayaker near the Veteran s Memorial Bridge in Scituate Harbor, a boy on a Boston Duck Tour, the Public Garden, and Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum.Globe Staff
The weather is warming, coronavirus numbers are dwindling, restrictions are easing, and Massachusetts residents might be on the verge of experiencing an unfamiliar phenomenon: something to look forward to.
On Friday, masks will no longer be required outdoors, as long as it is possible to socially distance. By May 10, large venues, both indoors and outdoors, can operate at 25 percent capacity. By Memorial Day, street festivals, bars, beer gardens, and wineries can reopen. And by August 1, all industry restrictions will be lifted. (Though Bostonâs reopening timeline will trail the stateâs by three weeks).
It has been a hard winter. It has been a hard year, full of rules, restrictions and distancing. Life came to a standstill in many ways. But despite this, some things maintained familiar rhythms. This blue and green planet that is home has continued to revolve around the sun and the quiet starkness of winter has given way to the promise of spring.
Now is the perfect time to get outside and to explore nature as it awakens. And Massachusetts has many beautiful gardens - old and new - to experience this comforting time of renewal.
Many of the gardens require advance tickets and reservations, face masks and social distancing. Call or check their websites for more information. Some of the public gardens offer reciprocal programs for members of participating gardens.
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