In this illustrated lecture, landscape scholar Judith B. Tankard surveys the inspiration, characteristics, and development of garden design during the Arts & Crafts Movement.
Tankard presents a selection of houses and gardens of the era from Britain and the United States, with an emphasis on the diversity of designers who helped forge a truly distinct approach to garden design. Her lecture is the first event in a series of exhibition programming for The Gardens of Rose Standish Nichols, 1890-1935 opening May 16, 2019 at the Nichols House Museum.
Judith B. Tankard is a landscape historian, award-winning author, and preservation consultant. She taught at the Landscape Institute of Harvard University for more than twenty years. She is the author or coauthor of ten books on landscape history, including Gardens of the Arts & Crafts Movement, Ellen Shipman and the American Garden and Beatrix Farrand: Private Gardens, Public Landscapes. A popular lecturer in the United States and Britain, Judith is a speaker at symposia and conferences devoted to the preservation of historic landscapes.
Image: the garden at Snowshill Manor, Gloucestershire; © National Trust Images Nick Meers
Join the Marathon Sports Boston Run Club!
Runners of all ability levels are welcome for our group run around the Charles River. Wednesday nights, 6:30pm!
ABOUT MARATHON SPORTS RUN CLUBS:
MS Run Clubs are free, all-inclusive weekly events out of our store locations. We’ll track your mileage for you, and as you hit significant milestones you’ll become eligible for a special Marathon Sports Running Group discount, unique members-only gear, and other great kickbacks. All for just running, and FREE of charge.
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Join the Marathon Sports Boston Run Club!
Runners of all ability levels are welcome for our group run around the Charles River. Wednesday nights, 6:30pm!
ABOUT MARATHON SPORTS RUN CLUBS:
MS Run Clubs are free, all-inclusive weekly events out of our store locations. We’ll track your mileage for you, and as you hit significant milestones you’ll become eligible for a special Marathon Sports Running Group discount, unique members-only gear, and other great kickbacks. All for just running, and FREE of charge.
To learn more about Marathon Sports, please click here.
Join the Marathon Sports Boston Run Club!
Runners of all ability levels are welcome for our group run around the Charles River. Wednesday nights, 6:30pm!
ABOUT MARATHON SPORTS RUN CLUBS:
MS Run Clubs are free, all-inclusive weekly events out of our store locations. We’ll track your mileage for you, and as you hit significant milestones you’ll become eligible for a special Marathon Sports Running Group discount, unique members-only gear, and other great kickbacks. All for just running, and FREE of charge.
To learn more about Marathon Sports, please click here.
Join the global running community in support of Runner Safety Awareness Week! Learn how to stay safe while doing what you love.
Almost daily the media report stories of violent physical attacks on runners. Those who fight back are more likely to get away, yet without some form of training, it’s hard to know what to do. Join ROAR TRAINING instructors Julie Morrill and Rebecca Tolkoff for a seminar on personal safety where you will learn how to fight back. The training will include safety tips, scenario discussions, and some empowering self-defense techniques. Bring your sense of humor and sense of adventure.
All under-18 participants must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Recommended for ages 14+.
WHAT WILL YOU LEARN IN THIS COURSE?
- How to respond to violent situations;
- Basic tools for fighting back, including: the ideal stance to help maintain your balance and get away and basic “tools” for fighting, such as punches, kicks, elbows, and knees;
- Defending against common attacks, such as: wrist grabs, bear hugs, chokes, and being pushed to the ground.
This event is part of a national and global movement in support of Runner Safety Awareness Week (#RSAW) in partnership with The Run Collective.
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Join the Marathon Sports Boston Run Club!
Runners of all ability levels are welcome for our group run around the Charles River. Wednesday nights, 6:30pm!
ABOUT MARATHON SPORTS RUN CLUBS:
MS Run Clubs are free, all-inclusive weekly events out of our store locations. We’ll track your mileage for you, and as you hit significant milestones you’ll become eligible for a special Marathon Sports Running Group discount, unique members-only gear, and other great kickbacks. All for just running, and FREE of charge.
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Join the French Cultural Center for a cooking and wellness women’s workshop.
Is living healthy at the top of your resolutions this year? Join physician and Certified Health and Wellness Coach Martine Vounatsos for a discussion and cooking workshop, en français and in English. The discussion will include ways to incorporate wellness into every aspect of a woman’s mental and physical health, from exercise and supplements to sleep habits and cooking methods.
Participants will craft and enjoy a traditional and healthy French meal with Martine in a convivial environment.
Aprons, ingredients, and kitchenware will be provided. Please note, this event is intended for women only.
On the Menu:
Entrée: Soupe de légumes et croûtons
Plat de résistance: Pavé de saumon sur son lit de poireaux
Dessert: Salade de fruits de saison et son rocher coco
To learn more about the French Cultural Center, please click here.
Join the Marathon Sports Boston Run Club!
Runners of all ability levels are welcome for our group run around the Charles River. Wednesday nights, 6:30pm!
ABOUT MARATHON SPORTS RUN CLUBS:
MS Run Clubs are free, all-inclusive weekly events out of our store locations. We’ll track your mileage for you, and as you hit significant milestones you’ll become eligible for a special Marathon Sports Running Group discount, unique members-only gear, and other great kickbacks. All for just running, and FREE of charge.
To learn more about Marathon Sports, please click here.
Join the Marathon Sports Boston Run Club!
Runners of all ability levels are welcome for our group run around the Charles River. Wednesday nights, 6:30pm!
ABOUT MARATHON SPORTS RUN CLUBS:
MS Run Clubs are free, all-inclusive weekly events out of our store locations. We’ll track your mileage for you, and as you hit significant milestones you’ll become eligible for a special Marathon Sports Running Group discount, unique members-only gear, and other great kickbacks. All for just running, and FREE of charge.
To learn more about Marathon Sports, please click here.
Join the Marathon Sports Boston Run Club!
Runners of all ability levels are welcome for our group run around the Charles River. Wednesday nights, 6:30pm!
ABOUT MARATHON SPORTS RUN CLUBS:
MS Run Clubs are free, all-inclusive weekly events out of our store locations. We’ll track your mileage for you, and as you hit significant milestones you’ll become eligible for a special Marathon Sports Running Group discount, unique members-only gear, and other great kickbacks. All for just running, and FREE of charge.
To learn more about Marathon Sports, please click here.
