Berklee, WUMB 91.9 FM, UMass Boston and the DCR have teamed up to bring free live music to Castle Island. Musical genres will blend between folk, bluegrass, and pop.
Come early and make a day of it! Swim at Pleasure Bay, enjoy a free tour of Fort Independence between noon and 3:30 pm with the Castle Island Association, grab lunch at Sullivan's or just relax in the shade!
Parking fills up early so public transportation is encouraged!
When: August 6 from 2pm-4pm
Where: Castle Island, 2010 Day Boulevard, South Boston 02127
Enjoy a Saturday afternoon canoe adventure with BNAN! This Neponset River paddle will take place on July 27 at 2pm. Participation is limited to experienced paddlers who can meet at Milton Landing. Canoes and gear will be provided for this FREE event. For more info, contact 617-542-7696 or email 
The Department of Conservation and Recreation, Commonwealth of Massachusetts will host a public meeting on the Neponset River Trail on Thursday, November 17, 2011. The meeting will be from 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Foley Senior Residences Dining Room, 249 River Street, Mattapan.
Cathy Garnett, an experienced artist with watercolors from the MA Dept. of Conservation and Recreation, will instruct a group in basic watercolor technique on July 25. Using the environment, such as trees, buildings and water, Cathy will explain how to make beautiful art with watercolors. Supplies will be provided, folding chairs are recommended to bring. This event will be from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Baker Square River Trail (1243 Adams St, Dorchester) To join this event, registration is required at 
Hey families: Get Outdoors! Local residents and families are invited to explore Pope John Paul II Park on June 18 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. The North Face, American Hiking Society, Leave No Trace and local partners are joining together with state parks to promote the importance of being active and getting outdoors with seven free events across the US. These events are meant to encourage the local community to get outdoors and truly explore the state parks close to home. There will be ranger led hikes and other activities, snacks, speakers, partner demos, as well as giveaways, including the Presidential Active Lifestyle Award (PALA) Challenge information, Explore Your Parks activity guides, and free state park passes. For more information or to RSVP, please call 617-727-6034 or 
The state's Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) has scheduled a public meeting to discuss planned improvements at McMorrow Playground in Dorchester. Existing equipment at the playground on Victory Road is described as "out of date and in disrepair." DCR is completing plans for a new, improved playground at the site with new equipment and improved access. Meeting will take place Monday, April 11, from 6 to 7:30 p.m., at the Leahy-Holloran Community Center, 1 Worrell Street, Dorchester.
