Visit Somerville’s Annual Maple Boil Down today

On March 7, 2026, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

The Growing Center is once again happy to announce that their Maple Boil will take place Saturday, March 7.

Join the Growing Center for the Maple Boil down and experience the process of sap being changed into maple syrup. Witness first-hand the boiling of sap collected from maple trees on the Tufts campus in partnership with an Environmental Field Studies class, learn the process and history of sugaring, how you can support urban trees and connect outdoors with other folks in the community. Free and open to all. Event sponsored by Barrett Tree Service East, Inc.

Saturday, March 7, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Location: Somerville Growing Center, 22 Vinal Avenue

Weather Date: Saturday, March 14

This event plays a critical role in supporting the Growing Center’s mission to engage the full population of Somerville while providing a welcoming space for community interactions, environmental education and awareness, engagement with nature and culturally enriching experiences. Together, Cultivate, Belong.

Whether you’re able to attend this event or not, if you have the means please consider making a donation to help sustain this type of programming. They run this event on a shoestring budget, and every little bit helps.

Support the Maple Syrup Project, buy a T-shirt! Order a Maple Project t-shirt from the merch store to show your support! Order by Thursday, March 19 for shipment on Mar 27.