BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Friends of the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail - ECPv6.15.11//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://brucefreemanrailtrail.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Friends of the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20130310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20131103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20140309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20141102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20150308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20151101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20160313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20161106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20170312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20171105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20180311T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20181104T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20190310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20191103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20200308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20201101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20150101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T150000 DTSTAMP:20260416T225800 CREATED:20240404T193707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240404T193707Z UID:14736-1713610800-1713625200@brucefreemanrailtrail.org SUMMARY:Framingham Earth Day DESCRIPTION:Visit the Friends of the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail booth at Framingham Earth Day. Learn about the latest progress on the trail in Framingham. \nRain Date: April 27\, 2024 \nContact: Ed Kross ekross1976@gmail.com URL:https://brucefreemanrailtrail.org/event/framingham-earth-day-3/ LOCATION:Framingham Center Common\, Vernon Street\, Framingham\, MA\, United States CATEGORIES:Rail Trail Education,Volunteer Opportunities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T203000 DTSTAMP:20260416T225800 CREATED:20240404T192947Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240404T192947Z UID:14734-1713466800-1713472200@brucefreemanrailtrail.org SUMMARY:Friends of BFRT Meeting: Control of Invasive Weeds DESCRIPTION:The Friends will sponsor a member meeting on April 18 at 7 p.m. at Pedal Power Bike and Ski\, 176 Great Road (Rte. 2A)\, Acton\, to focus on invasive species such as garlic mustard and buckthorn. \nJane Maloney\, Land Steward of the Sudbury Valley Trustees\, will share information on identifying and removing these plants from our neighborhoods and along the BFRT. Jane holds a bachelor’s degree in environmental science and has previously worked for the Appalachian Mountain Club in Boston. As a Land Steward at SVT\, she works to control invasive plants on SVT properties and to maintain hiking trails for public use. \nLight refreshments will be served. The meeting is open to the public. URL:https://brucefreemanrailtrail.org/event/friends-bfrt-meeting-control-invasive-weeds/ LOCATION:Pedal Power Bike & Ski\, 176 Great Road (Rt. 2A)\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States CATEGORIES:Rail Trail Education,Volunteer Opportunities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230520T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230520T170000 DTSTAMP:20260416T225800 CREATED:20230307T133348Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230508T233805Z UID:14531-1684594800-1684602000@brucefreemanrailtrail.org SUMMARY:West Concord Mural Unveiling DESCRIPTION:On May 20th\, 2023 at 3:00pm\, the Mural will be presented to the public. \nCome to the unveiling of the new 24-foot mural showing a map of the BFRT on May 20 at 3 p.m. at 40 Beharrell Street in West Concord (adjacent to the trail near the Nashoba Brook bridge crossing). The map\, coordinated by Art for All\, depicts features of each of the towns along the trail. \nCome for the ceremony; stay for the cake! URL:https://brucefreemanrailtrail.org/event/west-concord-mural-unveiling/ LOCATION:Nashoba Brook Bridge\, West Concord\, 40 Beharrell Street\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States CATEGORIES:Rail Trail Education,Scheduled Trail Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220625T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220625T170000 DTSTAMP:20260416T225800 CREATED:20220323T154410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220323T154410Z UID:14399-1656151200-1656176400@brucefreemanrailtrail.org SUMMARY:June 25\, 2022 - Carlisle Old Home Day DESCRIPTION:Food\, entertainment and more right in Carlisle Center. Visit our booth to learn about the current trail in Lowell\, Chelmsford\, Westford\, Carlisle\, and Acton\, and get updates on construction of the bridge over Route 2 and the extension of the trail into Sudbury and Framingham.\nContact: Glenn Reed greed@energyfuturesgroup.com\, 978-807-2785 URL:https://brucefreemanrailtrail.org/event/june-25-2022-carlisle-home-day/ LOCATION:Carlisle Old Home Day\, Carlisle\, MA\, United States CATEGORIES:Rail Trail Education,Volunteer Opportunities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220423T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220423T150000 DTSTAMP:20260416T225800 CREATED:20220323T153332Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220323T153332Z UID:14396-1650711600-1650726000@brucefreemanrailtrail.org SUMMARY:April 23\, 2022 - Framingham Earth Day DESCRIPTION:Come to the 10th Framingham Earth Day Festival! The Friends of the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail will have a table at the Festival. \nCome learn about what the city of Framingham\, local non-profits\, grassroots groups and eco-minded businesses are doing to help make our community\, and the earth\, a more sustainable place…. and learn what YOU can do\, too! \nAs always: live music\, great kids activities\, and other inspiration galore!! \nSave the date… and tell your friends! URL:https://brucefreemanrailtrail.org/event/april-23-2022-framingham-earth-day/ LOCATION:Framingham Center Common\, Vernon Street\, Framingham\, MA\, United States CATEGORIES:Rail Trail Education,Volunteer Opportunities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211121T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211121T160000 DTSTAMP:20260416T225800 CREATED:20211022T145804Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211121T182901Z UID:14346-1637503200-1637510400@brucefreemanrailtrail.org SUMMARY:Friends of the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION:2021 Annual FBFRT Members Meeting –Sunday November 21\, 2021 @ 2pm EST – In Person Pedal Power (Acton) and Remote via Zoom \nThe annual Members Meeting and Board Member elections of the Friend of the Bruce Freeman Rail will be held on Sunday\, November 21\, 2021 at 2:00 pm.  It will be a hybrid in-person / remote meeting. \nIn person at Pedal Power Bike and Ski\, 176 Great Road (Rte. 2A)\, Acton. Parking is available at Patriot Square\, across Great Road from Pedal Power. You are required to wear a mask when inside the Pedal Power except when actively eating or drinking. \nRemote: Topic: Friends of the BFRT Annual Meeting via Zoom  \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/81610775165?pwd=WlNmbUlJdFVrZTg3Tytjemc4ZUtWdz09 \nMeeting ID: 816 1077 5165; Passcode: 841170 \nAgenda: \nWe will review the progress of the BFRT during 2021\, how the FBFRT as a 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable organization is doing\, and what we hope to see for the BFRT and the FBFRT in 2022 and beyond. URL:https://brucefreemanrailtrail.org/event/friends-bruce-freeman-rail-trail-annual-meeting-3/ LOCATION:Pedal Power Bike & Ski\, 176 Great Road (Rt. 2A)\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States CATEGORIES:Rail Trail Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200519T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200519T170000 DTSTAMP:20260416T225800 CREATED:20200520T000134Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200520T000134Z UID:6163-1589875200-1589907600@brucefreemanrailtrail.org SUMMARY:June 20\, 2020 - Carlisle Old Home Day - CANCELLED DESCRIPTION: URL:https://brucefreemanrailtrail.org/event/june-20-2020-carlisle-home-day-cancelled/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Rail Trail Education,Volunteer Opportunities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191124T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191124T160000 DTSTAMP:20260416T225800 CREATED:20191018T132645Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191018T132645Z UID:6034-1574604000-1574611200@brucefreemanrailtrail.org SUMMARY:11/24/19 - Friends of the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate the progress of the BFRT in 2019 (there is a lot to celebrate and be thankful for) and see what we have to look forward to in coming years. \nThe official part of the meeting is voting for slots for three year membership on the FBFRT Board of Directors.  We also present our financial status and plans for the next year\, and any other relevant business that the Members want to bring up.  This is great meeting to attend if you would like to get more involved.  If you would like to run for a Board seat\, please contact Tom Michelman tmichelman@gmail.com\, 978-580-6190 for details. \nYou have to be a dues paying member to vote (though anyone is welcome to attend). You can join or renew your membership here: https://secure.brucefreemanrailtrail.org/np/clients/fbfrt/membershipJoin.jsp \nLight refreshments will be served. URL:https://brucefreemanrailtrail.org/event/11-24-19-friends-bruce-freeman-rail-trail-annual-meeting/ LOCATION:Pedal Power Bike & Ski\, 176 Great Road (Rt. 2A)\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States CATEGORIES:Rail Trail Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190622T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190622T130000 DTSTAMP:20260416T225800 CREATED:20190403T145020Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190403T145020Z UID:2861-1561199400-1561208400@brucefreemanrailtrail.org SUMMARY:Carlisle Old Home Day DESCRIPTION:Food\, entertainment and more right in Carlisle Center. Visit our booth to learn about the current trail in Lowell\, Chelmsford\, Westford\, Carlisle\, and Acton\, and get updates on construction of the bridge over Route 2 and the extension of the trail into Sudbury and Framingham.\nContact: Glenn Reed greed@energyfuturesgroup.com\, 978-807-2785 URL:https://brucefreemanrailtrail.org/event/carlisle-home-day-2/ LOCATION:Carlisle Old Home Day\, Carlisle\, MA\, United States CATEGORIES:Rail Trail Education,Volunteer Opportunities ORGANIZER;CN="Glenn Reed":MAILTO:greed@gdrconsulting.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190519T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190519T170000 DTSTAMP:20260416T225800 CREATED:20190403T144240Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190502T201033Z UID:2852-1558270800-1558285200@brucefreemanrailtrail.org SUMMARY:Accessible Bike Demo Day DESCRIPTION:Adaptive bikes and trikes will be available to try at Pedal Power Bike & Ski.\nContact: Leslie Johnson\, lesliej961@yahoo.com 978-618-1812 to register URL:https://brucefreemanrailtrail.org/event/accessible-bike-demo-day/ LOCATION:Pedal Power Bike & Ski\, 176 Great Road (Rt. 2A)\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States CATEGORIES:Rail Trail Education,Scheduled Trail Events ORGANIZER;CN="Leslie Johnson":MAILTO:lesliej961@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190427T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190427T150000 DTSTAMP:20260416T225800 CREATED:20190228T202649Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190403T142748Z UID:2556-1556362800-1556377200@brucefreemanrailtrail.org SUMMARY:9th Annual Framingham Earth Day Festival DESCRIPTION:9th Annual Framingham Earth Day Festival\nSaturday April 27th\, 2019\n11am to 3pm\nFramingham Center Common Between Edgell Road and Vernon Street\nCome learn about ways to conserve energy\, make sustainable choices\, support local businesses and preserve natural habitats all while having a great time with your friends and neighbors! Enjoy live music\, kids activities and yummy local food. \nContact: Ed Kross\, ekross1976@gmail.com URL:https://brucefreemanrailtrail.org/event/9th-annual-framingham-earth-day-festival/ LOCATION:Framingham Center Common\, Vernon Street\, Framingham\, MA\, United States CATEGORIES:Rail Trail Education,Scheduled Trail Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://brucefreemanrailtrail.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/IMG_3725.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181202T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181202T160000 DTSTAMP:20260416T225800 CREATED:20181126T022409Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181126T022409Z UID:1948-1543759200-1543766400@brucefreemanrailtrail.org SUMMARY:December 2\, 2018 - Annual Members Meeting and Board of Directors Election DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate the progress of the BFRT in 2018 (there is a lot to celebrate and be thankful for) and see what we have to look forward to in coming years. \nThe official part of the meeting is voting for slots for three year membership on the FBFRT Board of Directors.  We also present our financial status and plans for the next year\, and any other relevant business that the Members want to bring up.  This is great meeting to attend if you would like to get more involved.  If you would like to run for a Board seat\, please contact Tom Michelman tmichelman@gmail.com\, 978-580-6190 for details. \nYou have to be a dues paying member to vote (though anyone is welcome to attend). You can join or renew your membership here: https://secure.brucefreemanrailtrail.org/np/clients/fbfrt/membershipJoin.jsp \nLight refreshments will be served. \n  URL:https://brucefreemanrailtrail.org/event/december-2-2018-annual-members-meeting-board-directors-election/ LOCATION:Pedal Power Bike & Ski\, 176 Great Road (Rt. 2A)\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States CATEGORIES:Rail Trail Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://brucefreemanrailtrail.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/IMG_3056.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Tom Michelman":MAILTO:tmichelman@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180704T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180704T143000 DTSTAMP:20260416T225800 CREATED:20180409T205032Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180409T205032Z UID:1824-1530705600-1530714600@brucefreemanrailtrail.org SUMMARY:July 4th\, 2018 - Sudbury 4th of July Parade DESCRIPTION:Sudbury 4th of July Parade\, July 4th 12 p.m.\nAssemble by noon. Parade starts at 1:00 p.m. \nContact: Dick Williamson williamson01773@yahoo.com \n  \nFriends of the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail at the July 4\, 2006 Parade URL:https://brucefreemanrailtrail.org/event/july-4th-2018-sudbury-4th-july-parade/ LOCATION:July 4th Parade\, Sudbury\, MA\, 01776\, United States CATEGORIES:Rail Trail Education,Scheduled Trail Events,Volunteer Opportunities ORGANIZER;CN="Dick Williamson":MAILTO:williamson01773@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180623T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180623T130000 DTSTAMP:20260416T225800 CREATED:20180409T204426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180409T204426Z UID:1819-1529749800-1529758800@brucefreemanrailtrail.org SUMMARY:June 23\, 2018 - Carlisle Old Home Day DESCRIPTION:Carlisle Old Home Day\, June 23rd 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.\nFood\, entertainment\, and more right in Carlisle Center. \nContact: Glenn Reed\ngreed@energyfuturesgroup.com\, 978-807-2785 URL:https://brucefreemanrailtrail.org/event/june-23-2018-carlisle-home-day/ LOCATION:Carlisle Old Home Day\, Carlisle\, MA\, United States CATEGORIES:Rail Trail Education,Scheduled Trail Events ORGANIZER;CN="Glenn Reed":MAILTO:greed@gdrconsulting.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180621T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180621T200000 DTSTAMP:20260416T225800 CREATED:20180409T203640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180409T204605Z UID:1814-1529604000-1529611200@brucefreemanrailtrail.org SUMMARY:June 21\, 2018 - Summer Solstice Bike Ride DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Summer Solstice Bike Ride on June 21st\, 2018 at 6 p.m. \nCome ride or walk on the newly opened section of the\nBFRT. The Friends will provide pizza for a post-ride party!. \nMeet at Pedal Power Bike and Ski\n176 Great Road (Rte. 2A)\, Acton \nContact: Tom Michelman\ntmichelman@gmail.com\, 978-580-6190 URL:https://brucefreemanrailtrail.org/event/june-21-2018-summer-solstice-bike-ride/ LOCATION:Pedal Power Bike & Ski\, 176 Great Road (Rt. 2A)\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States CATEGORIES:Rail Trail Education,Scheduled Trail Events ORGANIZER;CN="Tom Michelman":MAILTO:tmichelman@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180520T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180520T173000 DTSTAMP:20260416T225800 CREATED:20180414T014631Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180514T155349Z UID:1843-1526832000-1526837400@brucefreemanrailtrail.org SUMMARY:May 20\, 2018 - Acton's 19th Century Railroad History DESCRIPTION:Acton’s 19th Century Railroad History\,\nBill Klauer and Doug Herrick\, Co-presidents of the Acton Historical Society\, will present a program about how Acton’s 19th-century history and economy were affected by its four railroads. Special focus will be given to the Framingham and Lowell section of the BFRT Phase 2A.\nDate: May 20\, 2018\nTime: 4 p.m. \nPlace: Acton Public Safety Building\, 371 Main St. (Rte. 27)\n\nContact: Doug Herrick doug.herrick@rcn.com URL:https://brucefreemanrailtrail.org/event/20-2018-actons-19th-century-railroad-history/ LOCATION:Acton Public Safety Building\, 371 Main Street (Rte. 27)\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States CATEGORIES:Rail Road History,Rail Trail Education ORGANIZER;CN="Doug Herrick":MAILTO:doug.herrick@rcn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180511T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180511T163000 DTSTAMP:20260416T225800 CREATED:20180423T014315Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180423T014702Z UID:1861-1526052600-1526056200@brucefreemanrailtrail.org SUMMARY:May 11\, 2018 - Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for Phase 2A of the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail DESCRIPTION:Join the Friends of the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail for the MassDOT ribbon-cutting ceremony for Phase 2A of the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail. \nWhen: Friday\, May 11\, at 3:30 pm\nWhere: NARA Park\, 25 Ledge Rock Way\, Acton\, MA\nRefreshments and Live Music. (And of course\, there will be cake!) \nParking at NARA Park or use the trail. For directions and last minute changes go to http://bit.ly/2A-ribbon-cutting URL:https://brucefreemanrailtrail.org/event/ribbon-cutting-phase-2a-bruce-freeman-rail-trail/ LOCATION:NARA Park\, 25 Ledge Rock Way\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States CATEGORIES:Rail Trail Education,Scheduled Trail Events,Volunteer Opportunities ORGANIZER;CN="Tom Michelman":MAILTO:tmichelman@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171119T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171119T150000 DTSTAMP:20260416T225800 CREATED:20171105T133622Z LAST-MODIFIED:20171105T133622Z UID:1745-1511096400-1511103600@brucefreemanrailtrail.org SUMMARY:Annual Members Meeting and Board of Directors Election: Sunday\, November 19\, 1 p.m DESCRIPTION:What: Friends of the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail\, Inc. Annual Members Meeting. \nWhen: Sunday\, November 19\, 1 p.m. \nWhere: Pedal Power Bike and Ski\, 176 Great Road (Rte. 2A)\, Acton \nWhat Happens: Come celebrate the progress of the BFRT in 2017 (there is a lot to celebrate and be thankful for) and see what we have to look forward to in coming years. \nThe official part of the meeting is voting for slots forthree year membership on the FBFRT Board of Directors.  We also present our financial status and plans for the next year\, and any other relevant business that the Members want to bring up.  This isgreat meeting to attend if you would like to get more involved.  If you would like to run for a Board seat\, please contact Tom Michelman tmichelman@gmail.com\, 978-580-6190 for details. \nYou have to be a dues paying member to vote (though anyone is welcome to attend). You can join or renew your membership here: https://secure.brucefreemanrailtrail.org/np/clients/fbfrt/membershipJoin.jsp \nLight refreshments will be served. \n  URL:https://brucefreemanrailtrail.org/event/annual-members-meeting-board-directors-election-sunday-november-19-1-p-m/ LOCATION:Pedal Power Bike & Ski\, 176 Great Road (Rt. 2A)\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States CATEGORIES:Rail Trail Education,Scheduled Trail Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20161120T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20161120T150000 DTSTAMP:20260416T225800 CREATED:20161023T205737Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161023T205737Z UID:1512-1479646800-1479654000@brucefreemanrailtrail.org SUMMARY:Friends Annual Meeting 2016 DESCRIPTION:Come see Phase 2A progress! \nSunday\, November 20\, 2016 \n1:00 pm Walk to view progress of the trail \n2:00 pm Refreshments and meeting \nMeeting Location: \nPedal Power Bike and Ski\n176 Great Road\, (Rte. 2A)\nActon\, MA \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  URL:https://brucefreemanrailtrail.org/event/friends-annual-meeting-2016/ LOCATION:Pedal Power Bike & Ski\, 176 Great Road (Rt. 2A)\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States CATEGORIES:Rail Trail Education ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail":MAILTO:info@brucefreemanrailtrail.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20161117T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20161117T210000 DTSTAMP:20260416T225800 CREATED:20161024T211840Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161027T211632Z UID:1519-1479409200-1479416400@brucefreemanrailtrail.org SUMMARY:Thursday November 17\, 2016 - Phase 2B 25% Design Public Hearing DESCRIPTION:A photo from several years ago showing the view of the Rt 2 crossing approaching from Concord. \nA public hearing to present the 25% design of the Route 2 crossing from Acton to Concord. \nThursday November 17 at 7 p.m. at the Harvey Wheeler Community Center\, 1276 Main Street\, Concord \nHere is a the official Notice for the Phase 2B meeting. \n  URL:https://brucefreemanrailtrail.org/event/phase-2b-25-design-public-hearing/ LOCATION:Harvey Wheeler Community Center\, West Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States CATEGORIES:Rail Trail Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://brucefreemanrailtrail.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/0_lg.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160621T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160621T210000 DTSTAMP:20260416T225800 CREATED:20160619T223143Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160619T223143Z UID:1449-1466535600-1466542800@brucefreemanrailtrail.org SUMMARY:6/21/2016 Bruce Freeman Rail Trail Public Meeting Sudbury DESCRIPTION:Town of Sudbury BFRT Public Meeting \nFrom the Town Website\, in part stated. \nWe want to Hear from You!  Come to the forum with your comments and questions.  Email questions to community@sudbury.ma.us in advance.  Please put “BFRT” in the subject line of your email and include your name and address for the public record.  …Please join us on Tuesday\, June 21 2016 from 7:00-9:00 pm at Town Hall for a presentation on the progress of this great resource. URL:https://brucefreemanrailtrail.org/event/6212016-bruce-freeman-rail-trail-public-meeting-sudbury/ LOCATION:Town Hall\, Sudbury\, MA\, 01776\, United States CATEGORIES:Rail Trail Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160308T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160308T210000 DTSTAMP:20260416T225800 CREATED:20160214T144602Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160214T144602Z UID:1391-1457463600-1457470800@brucefreemanrailtrail.org SUMMARY:Tuesday March 8\, 2016 - Bay Circuit Trail Presentation in Framingham DESCRIPTION:Please join the Friends of the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail for an informative discussion about the Bay Circuit Trail\, a permanent trail and greenway extending through 37 towns in Eastern Massachusetts.\nWhen: Tuesday\, March 8\, 7:00 p.m.\nWhere: The Heritage\, 747 Water Street\, Framingham\, 1-866-477-3715 All are welcome\, light refreshments will be served.\nKristen Sykes\, Director of Operations for the Bay Circuit Alliance\, and Laurie Ullman\, BCT Representative\, will present a short video about the BCT and the people who are making it happen.\nThey will also show where the BCT overlaps with the BFRT\, where it goes in and near Framingham\, and discuss progress being made towards its completion.\n\n\n  URL:https://brucefreemanrailtrail.org/event/tuesday-march-8-2016-bay-circuit-trail-presentation-framingham/ LOCATION:The Heritage\, 747 Water Street\, Framingham\, MA\, 01701\, United States CATEGORIES:Rail Trail Education ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail":MAILTO:info@brucefreemanrailtrail.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160223T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160223T210000 DTSTAMP:20260416T225800 CREATED:20160112T235056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160112T235056Z UID:1372-1456254000-1456261200@brucefreemanrailtrail.org SUMMARY:Documentary: Rail Road to Rail Trail DESCRIPTION:Rail Road to Rail Trail\n\n“Rail Road to Rail Trail\,” a new 30-minute documentary featuring the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail\, will be shown on Tuesday\, Feb. 23\, at 7 p.m. at the Harvey Wheeler Community Center\, 1276 Main St.\, in West Concord.\nFollowing the video\, producer Electa Tritsch and historian Henry Keutmann will discuss their experiences in making the video.\nThe video introduces viewers to both railroad history and present challenges of turning a defunct rail line into a 21st century transportation and recreation corridor. It is a lively presentation featuring interviews with local public officials and historians\, an animated map and a wealth of historical information and photographs.\nTritsch is a Concord resident who has been a practicing archeologist and historian for 30 years. She says it was fun exploring the trail and said “one of the main challenges was finding the story when you are talking about something that doesn’t exist.”\nShe was a 2014 national award winner from the Alliance for Community Media. She authored the historical novel “Old Wives Tales” and is a member of Concord’s Historical Commission.\nThe Bruce Freeman Rail Trail\, when complete\, will be an approximately 25-mile off-road trail from Lowell in the north to Framingham in the south. The first 6.8 miles in Chelmsford and Westford were opened in 2009. Construction is currently underway to extend the trail south another 5 miles through Acton. The next sections through Concord and Sudbury are currently being designed.\nThe meeting is sponsored by the Friends of BFRT\, and all are welcome. Audience members will also be able to ask questions about the status and progress of the rail trail. Light refreshments will be served.\n  URL:https://brucefreemanrailtrail.org/event/documentary-rail-road-rail-trail/ LOCATION:Harvey Wheeler Community Center\, West Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States CATEGORIES:Rail Road History,Rail Trail Education ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail":MAILTO:info@brucefreemanrailtrail.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151117T181500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151117T210000 DTSTAMP:20260416T225800 CREATED:20151101T141825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20151101T141825Z UID:1322-1447784100-1447794000@brucefreemanrailtrail.org SUMMARY:Public Informational Meeting for Phase 2C 75% Design DESCRIPTION:MassDOT has scheduled a public informational meeting for the 75% design of the Phase 2C Bruce Freeman Rail Trail for Tuesday\, November 17th\, at the Harvey Wheeler Community Center\, 1276 Main Street\, in West Concord. An open house will take place beginning at 6:15 p.m. with the meeting slated to start at 7:00 p.m. The open house will give abutters to the trail an opportunity to review the proposed design of the trail next to their property and ask specific questions. URL:https://brucefreemanrailtrail.org/event/public-informational-meeting-phase-2c-75-design/ LOCATION:Harvey Wheeler Community Center\, West Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States CATEGORIES:Rail Trail Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150620T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150620T100000 DTSTAMP:20260416T225800 CREATED:20150527T120337Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150527T121048Z UID:1241-1434790800-1434794400@brucefreemanrailtrail.org SUMMARY:Concord River Greenway walk DESCRIPTION:Concord River Greenway walk in Lowell\, 9 a.m. Park and meet at the Lawrence Street entrance to the Lowell Cemetery.  Wear clothing appropriate for the weather and sturdy shoes. Please RSVP to jcalvin@lowelllandtrust.org  or call 978-934-0030. URL:https://brucefreemanrailtrail.org/event/concord-river-greenway-walk/ LOCATION:Lowell Cemetary\, Lawrence Street\, Lowell\, MA\, United States CATEGORIES:Rail Trail Education ORGANIZER;CN="Jane Calvin":MAILTO:jcalvin@lowelllandtrust.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150223T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150223T203000 DTSTAMP:20260416T225800 CREATED:20150217T091133Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150217T091133Z UID:1182-1424718000-1424723400@brucefreemanrailtrail.org SUMMARY:Nobscot Village Public Workshop DESCRIPTION:FRAMINGHAM VILLAGE COMMERCIAL CENTERS\nSTRATEGIC ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PLANNING\nTown of Framingham\, Massachusetts \nThe Town of Framingham EDIC is undertaking a planning and market analysis study focused on a strategic economic development plan for the village commercial centers of Saxonville and Nobscot in North Framingham. The strategic economic development plan is focused on identifying actions that will lead to investment in both Saxonville and Nobscot. The study focuses on an area approximately one quarter mile from the main intersection of both village commercial centers. \nThis work is an implementation effort that was recommended in the Master Land Use Plan that was adopted by the Town in 2012. This study is to provide a comprehensive understanding of market forces and opportunities within each village commercial center and create an urban design vision to guide public sector decisions including zoning revisions\, public investment and engagement with private sector owners and developers. The strategic plan looks to answer three basic questions for Saxonville and Nobscot:\n•What should the village commercial center be?\n•How should it look?\n•How do we get there?\nThe Town of Framingham solicited requests for proposals for professional assistance by a land use planning\, economic development and urban design consultant to lead this effort. The Cecil Group\, a planning and design firm located in Boston\, was selected with their economic development subconsultant FXM Associates.\nThe consultant team will seek input from the community to better understand the issues and opportunities of the study areas and to identify a shared community vision for the village centers to help shape economic development strategies. This public outreach will include stakeholder interviews\, presentations at EDIC regular meetings\, and three public meetings in each village center.\nThe planning study is expected to be complete by the end of June 2015. The following schedule provides expected timeframes for key milestones in the planning process:\n•Initial Public Meetings- February 2015\n•Alternative Approaches Public Meetings- April 2015\n•Final Public Meetings- June 2015 URL:https://brucefreemanrailtrail.org/event/nobscot-village-public-workshop/ LOCATION:Heritage Community Center\, 747 Water Street\, Framingham\, MA\, 01701\, United States CATEGORIES:Rail Trail Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150121T184500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150121T213000 DTSTAMP:20260416T225800 CREATED:20150119T225933Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150119T225933Z UID:1173-1421865900-1421875800@brucefreemanrailtrail.org SUMMARY:White Pond Public Forum DESCRIPTION:On Wednesday January 21\, 2015\, the Concord Board of Selectmen will sponsor a Public Forum focused on the White Pond area. The Forum will be held in the auditorium of the Harvey Wheeler Community Center from 6:45 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. There are several purposes of the Forum: to share recent information gathered as part of the White Pond Watershed Management Plan project and the seasonal parking issues study\, as well as the current status of the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail design; to clarify community and neighborhood concerns and issues; to obtain public input and ideas of possible solutions; and to clarify the decision making process and identify future actions. \n\nPlease attend this meeting to learn more about the current status of the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail design in Concord and to show your support for the trail. URL:https://brucefreemanrailtrail.org/event/white-pond-public-forum/ LOCATION:Harvey Wheeler Community Center\, West Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States CATEGORIES:Rail Trail Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20141108 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20141109 DTSTAMP:20260416T225800 CREATED:20141010T085238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20141010T085536Z UID:1109-1415404800-1415491199@brucefreemanrailtrail.org SUMMARY:2014 Massachusetts Trails Conference “Trails For All” DESCRIPTION:The Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) in partnership with the Massachusetts Recreational Trail Advisory Board (MARTAB) presents the 2014 Massachusetts Trails Conference to be held on Saturday\, November 8\, 2014 at the Double Tree Hotel and Conference Center in Leominster.   The conference is funded through the Recreational Trails Program\, a grant program which supports motorized and non-motorized trail construction and enhancement across the Commonwealth. \nTo Register for the Conference\, Click This Link: http://www.cvent.com/d/84qt7z/4W \nPlease join the Massachusetts trail community for a day of learning\, sharing\, networking and\, new to this year\, opportunities for fieldtrips and getting your hands dirty out on the trails! \nKeynote Speaker:  Janet Zeller\, Accessibility Program Manager for the USDA Forest Service.  Janet has worked in the field of accessibility for two decades and has helped develop and implement accessibility programs and policies at all levels of the agency. She also teaches accessibility and universal design for programs and facilities at a wide range of training sessions nationally. \n16 Sessions offered in four time blocks\, including: \n·         Sustainable Trail Design \n·         Negotiating Trail Easements \n·         Wetland Regulations\, Conservation Commissions and Trails \n·         Rail Trails: Corridor Acquisitions\, Trail Surface & Other Design Considerations \n·         OHV Trail Design \n·         Urban Trails: Challenges and Successes \n·         Dogs on Trails: Etiquette\, Safety\, Training \n·         Trail Planning and Visions \n·         Unique Approaches to Getting People Out On Trails \n·         Long Distance Trails Updates \n·         OHV Policy in Massachusetts \n·         Trail Mapping \n·         And\, More! \nNew!  Field trips led by experienced trail professionals to: \n·         The completed Doyle Community Park and Center Accessible Trail and the Barrett Park Accessible Trail\, just beginning construction \n·         Wachusett Mountain State Reservation’s recent accessibility upgrade at the summit of the mountain and the on-going stone work on the Pine Hill Trail. \nNew!  Hands-On outdoor workshops led by experienced trail professionals:\n \n·         Boardwalk Building at Barrett Park:  Two groups will discuss the planning and permitting process\, and then construct ½ of a 40-foot boardwalk. \nWho Should Attend: Trail planners\, advocates\, managers\, users\, land trusts\, conservation commissions\, friends groups and volunteers interested in creating\, managing and promoting sustainable trails for healthy communities. \nRegistration: \nThere is a registration fee of $40 for each participant.  Food and beverages will be provided throughout the day\, including lunch.  Please bring additional water if you will be attending one of the outdoor/field sessions\, as well as appropriate clothing and protection.  The outdoor sessions will be held\, rain or shine\, so please be prepared. \nTO REGISTER: Online registration is available at http://www.cvent.com/d/84qt7z/4W \nPlease be prepared with credit card for the conference registration fee payment. If you are unable to register online\, please call the Registration Administrator at 802-865-5202 or email info@delaneymeetingevent.com. URL:https://brucefreemanrailtrail.org/event/2014-massachusetts-trails-conference-trails-all/ LOCATION:Double Tree Hotel and Conference Center\, Leominster\, MA\, United States CATEGORIES:Rail Trail Education ORGANIZER;CN="DCR Massachusetts":MAILTO:info@delaneymeetingevent.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20141027T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20141027T210000 DTSTAMP:20260416T225800 CREATED:20141014T220155Z LAST-MODIFIED:20141014T220156Z UID:1116-1414436400-1414443600@brucefreemanrailtrail.org SUMMARY:Bruce Freeman Rail Trail Phase 2A - Public Information Forum on Project Status DESCRIPTION:On Saturday September 13\, 2014 MassDOT advertised Phase 2A for bid for construction. Estimated project cost is $9\,515\,000. Bids are due January 13\, 2015. Phase 2A is the 4.9 miles continuation of Phase 1 from Routes 225 and 27 in Westford\, south through Carlisle into Acton ending in East Acton at Teamworks. Given the January 2015 bid opening we expect construction start in spring 2015 and likely construction finish in late summer / fall 2016. Among other specifications\, the project includes 6 bridge refurbishments and one overpass over Great Road / Route 2A in Acton. \nThe Friends of the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail (FBFRT) will be hosting a public information forum – “How Phase 2A of the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail got to the request for bids for construction milestone\, and what is expected to happen next”. \n If you live in a Phase 2A town (Acton\, Carlisle\, Westford) you will learn about the design process\, and what will be built. If you live in a Phase 2B\, 2C\, 2D town (Acton\, Concord or Sudbury) or any other community that has a MassDOT dormant railroad right-of-way\, you will pick up some lessons learned and will be much better informed on how the end game design process works for rail trails. \nThe forum is free. Light refreshments will be provided by the FBFRT. Look out for our ground-breaking event in the spring of 2015. URL:https://brucefreemanrailtrail.org/event/bruce-freeman-rail-trail-phase-2a-public-information-forum-project-status/ LOCATION:Acton Town Hall – Room 204\, 472 Main Street\, Acton\, 01720\, United States CATEGORIES:Rail Trail Education ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail":MAILTO:info@brucefreemanrailtrail.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20141016T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20141016T210000 DTSTAMP:20260416T225800 CREATED:20141013T175604Z LAST-MODIFIED:20141013T175604Z UID:1114-1413486000-1413493200@brucefreemanrailtrail.org SUMMARY:Public Input Session - Chelmsford Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, October 16\, 2014 -7:00-9:00 PM \nOpen Discussion Regarding the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan : \nDiscuss bike amenities in town\nDiscuss Pedestrian Amenities in town\nPresent and future needs for Bicyclists and Pedestrians\nRecommendations\nShort and long term goals\nPublic input appreciated \nChelmsford Police Department\nMeeting Room\n2 Olde North Road\nChelmsford\, MA 01824\n(Note- please do not park in upper level of the Police Station Lot) URL:https://brucefreemanrailtrail.org/event/public-input-session-chelmsford-bicycle-pedestrian-advisory-committee/ LOCATION:Chelmsford Police Department Meeting Room\, 2 Olde North Road\, Chelmsford\, MA\, 01824\, United States CATEGORIES:Rail Trail Education END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR