Go Green: Arbor Week in the Neighborhood

Go Green!

Boston Seaport will once again be partnering with local non-profit Speak for the Trees and hosting various events during Arbor Week – April 21-26, 2023. Here is the schedule below:

 Seedling Bagging Volunteer Event

Friday, April 21, 10AM-2PM

Join Speak For The Trees as we prepare over 1,000 seedlings for distribution for Arbor Week. Come enjoy snacks, coffee, and company as we help build a greener Boston for all. Please plan to stay for an hour or longer anytime between 10am and 2pm.  For full details, visit here. 

Location: The Rocks at Harbor Way, 111 Harbor Way Boston, MA 02210 

Urban Hike with LL Bean

Saturday, April 22, 1PM-2:30PM

Enjoy a walk through the Seaport neighborhood led by an LL Bean Customer Experience Staffer. Walk your way through the history of the Seaport landscape, including the Boston Harborwalk, Seaport Common, and the Massachusetts Fallen Heroes Memorial, a stroll through The Rocks at Harbor Way, and a stop at Martin’s Park. End the tour at LL Bean for some in-store Earth Day activities! All participants will receive free boot laces courtesy of LL Bean and a limited-edition Project Paulie Arbor Week bandana, proceeds from which support Speak For The Trees’ mission.  Learn more here. 

Location: LL Bean | 56 Seaport Boulevard Boston, MA 02210

Story Time with Kari Percival at The Paseo 

Sunday, April 23, 1PM

Local author and illustrator Kari Percival will be reading her book How to Say Hello to a Worm at Martin’s Park! Enjoy a story hour with Kari followed by a hands-on activity for kids and adults, as well as a complimentary signed copy of Kari’s book. Also, be sure to check out the Little Free Library where there will be other signed copies for those who get there first! Thanks to our partners, Friends of Martin’s Park and Lusterity Events.  For more details, visit here. 

Location: The Paseo| 110 Harbor Way, Boston, MA 02210 

Project Paulie Presents: Spring Wreath Workshop

Tuesday, April 25, 5PM-8PM

Join Project Paulie and Speak For The Trees in celebration of Arbor Week 2023. Create your own spring wreath with Market Floral Studio, enjoy tasty treats from Buenas, and let your sustainability shine with hair tinseling by Love + Mercy. All proceeds from the event will benefit Speak For The Trees whose mission is to improve the size, health and equity of the urban tree canopy in Boston, with a focus on under-resourced and under-canopied neighborhoods. Learn more here! 

Location: The Rocks at Harbor Way, 111 Harbor Way Boston, MA 02210

Please note registration is required for this event. 

Seedling Packet Giveaway with Bike Check-Ups

Wednesday, April 26, 7:30AM-11:30AM

Making a shift to commute more sustainably? Join Landry’s and the Seaport Transportation Management Association (STMA) for a complimentary bike check up. While you’re there learn about all of the sustainable ways to commute to Seaport and pick up a complimentary non-GMO packet of herb seeds to start your own garden at home! Registration is required for a Bike Check-Up-click here to reserve your spot.  For more details, visit here. 

Location: Seaport Common 85 Northern Avenue Boston, MA 02210