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Whether you’d like to go on a night hike, get into trail running, meditate by the pond, learn to paint, or take a canoe out at sunset, you’re sure to find something to do at Hale.

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Community Tours of Hale

Hale Education, Inc. 80 Carby Street, Westwood

Climb aboard a golf cart and see Hale at its best.

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Arts at Hale

Poetry Slam

Hale Education, Inc. 80 Carby Street, Westwood

See four established poetry teams compete in the art of slam poetry! This afternoon of spoken word will activate a full range of emotions. We’ll begin with an open mic, so bring your poems! Poetry events at Hale are suitable for ages 16+ (younger attendees are welcome but should be accompanied by an adult). Poetry […]

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Family Fun

Sunset Critter Hike

Hale Education, Inc. 80 Carby Street, Westwood

From rabbits to opossums, dusk coaxes crepuscular critters into view. What wildlife will you see on this family-friendly hike? Rain Date: July 11, 2024 Enjoy a few s’mores at 7 PM before heading out on a short, family-friendly hike around South Beach at 7:45 PM. Together, we’ll look for Hale’s crepuscular (...)

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Family Fun

Mushroom Walk at Hale

Hale Education, Inc. 80 Carby Street, Westwood

Join Jim Rawson on a 2-hour walk around Hale looking for early spring mushrooms. Join us on a 2-hour walk around Hale looking for early spring mushrooms. The walk is co-hosted with the Boston Mycological Club and is an introductory event. We will divide participants into small groups and walk along trails to collect mushroom (...)

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Family Fun

Summer Solstice Swim & S’mores

Hale Education, Inc. 80 Carby Street, Westwood

Kick off summer with an open swim and s’mores by the fire. This ticketed event is open to the public and free for annual members. Parking is at South Beach. The entrance is available via Bruné Way, opposite 576 Dover Road. Open swim with lifeguards will take place from 5:00–7:15 PM, followed by a campfire […]

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Arts at Hale

Poetry at Hale

Hale Education, Inc. 80 Carby Street, Westwood

Join us for poetry at Hale! Each gathering begins with an open mic and ends with a set by a featured poet.

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Arts at Hale

Poetry Workshops

Hale Education, Inc. 80 Carby Street, Westwood

This workshop is designed for current and aspiring poets who want to enhance some element of their poetic writing or performance.

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Family Fun Mountain Biking

Final de Barro MTB Race

Hale Education, Inc. 80 Carby Street, Westwood

Designed as an XC Olympic (XCO) format race, the Final de Barro features a 4-mile course on some of Hale’s best trails. Racers of all ages and their families are welcome—who will have the fastest lap, the kids or the adults? Fun and games will entertain spectators, and proceeds benefit Hale’s youth programs. 9 AM […]

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Westwood Community Trails

Westwood Community Trails Monthly Hike

Hale Education, Inc. 80 Carby Street, Westwood

On Sat. May 4, Explore Noanet Pond on this 3-mile hike over mostly flat terrain. Meet at Hale Education in Westwood. About Westwood Community Trails Westwood Community Trails (WCT) hosts a free group hike on the first Saturday of every month. WCT invites residents to explore the town’s trails and learn more about their importance (...)

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Family Fun Mountain Biking

Everwild: Women’s MTB Day at Hale

Hale Education, Inc. 80 Carby Street, Westwood

Let’s celebrate the power of women on mountain bikes. Everwild creates a space for women of all skills and abilities to advance the sport and build community through wellness, whether you’re a veteran rider or someone who has never been on a mountain bike. Skill clinics cover the essentials of mountain biking, introduce the (...)

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Arts at Hale

Poetry at Hale

Hale Education, Inc. 80 Carby Street, Westwood

Join us for poetry at Hale! Each gathering begins with an open mic and ends with a set by a featured poet.

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