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May 2018
May 11, 2018 – Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for Phase 2A of the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail
Join the Friends of the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail for the MassDOT ribbon-cutting ceremony for Phase 2A of the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail. When: Friday, May 11, at 3:30 pm Where: NARA Park, 25 Ledge Rock Way, Acton, MA Refreshments and Live Music. (And of course, there will be cake!) Parking at NARA Park or use the trail. For directions and last minute changes go to http://bit.ly/2A-ribbon-cutting
Find out more »May 20, 2018 – Acton’s 19th Century Railroad History
Acton’s 19th Century Railroad History, Bill 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. Date: May 20, 2018 Time: 4 p.m. Place: Acton Public Safety Building, 371 Main St. (Rte. 27) Contact: Doug Herrick doug.herrick@rcn.com
Find out more »June 2018
June 21, 2018 – Summer Solstice Bike Ride
Join us for a Summer Solstice Bike Ride on June 21st, 2018 at 6 p.m. Come ride or walk on the newly opened section of the BFRT. The Friends will provide pizza for a post-ride party!. Meet at Pedal Power Bike and Ski 176 Great Road (Rte. 2A), Acton Contact: Tom Michelman tmichelman@gmail.com, 978-580-6190
Find out more »June 23, 2018 – Carlisle Old Home Day
Carlisle Old Home Day, June 23rd 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Food, entertainment, and more right in Carlisle Center. Contact: Glenn Reed greed@energyfuturesgroup.com, 978-807-2785
Find out more »July 2018
July 4th, 2018 – Sudbury 4th of July Parade
Sudbury 4th of July Parade, July 4th 12 p.m. Assemble by noon. Parade starts at 1:00 p.m. Contact: Dick Williamson williamson01773@yahoo.com Friends of the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail at the July 4, 2006 Parade
Find out more »July 15, 2018 – Ride for Liv/Run for Liv
Live for Liv is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization honoring Olivia Marchand, just 17 years old who lost her life tragically to an incidence of domestic violence in 2010. The Ride for Liv/Run for Liv celebrates Olivia’s life and raises awareness of domestic violence in our communities. The event is held at the 4H Fairground in Westford and has bike routes for 50, 23 and 6-mile rides along the scenic back roads of Westford, Chelmsford, Concord, Carlisle, Groton and Acton, and…
Find out more »December 2018
December 2, 2018 – Annual Members Meeting and Board of Directors Election
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. The 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…
Find out more »January 2019
Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee – Chelmsford
BPAC works to improve bicycling and pedestrian conditions, coordinates maintenance, policing and enhancements to any bicycle/pedestrian paths. They facilitate coordination of activities that involve or affect non-motorized transportation.
Find out more »February 2019
Bruce Freeman Rail Trail Advisory Committee – Concord
The purpose of the Committee is to advise the Select Board and Town Manager on matters concerning the design, development, and long-term maintenance of the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail (BFRT).
Find out more »April 2019
Borrego Solar Systems Trail Clean-up Event
Clean up trash on the trail and area around Heart Pond.
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