On Saturday, April 14 from 1-3pm, Join the 2018 March for Science – Boston: Science Strikes Back and show your support for evidence-based policy when it comes to energy and climate. It will be a metaphorical march to the State House, starting with a … Read More
Students of a Greener World (SGW) will participate in NewtonSERVES 2018 by collecting used sneakers for their Sneaker Reuse & Recycling Project on Sunday, April 29 from 9am-3pm at Newton City Hall. Save your sneakers from the trash and instead bring them to City … Read More
Though we often think of how we want to live our lives more sustainably, but have you thought of the impact your death could have on the environment? Modern funeral practices can be highly toxic with embalming chemicals and non-biodegradeable … Read More
In the Green Lifestyles course, participants will learn how to reduce their use of energy (at home and in transportation), water, waste and toxins, and be a more eco-friendly consumer. They will also discover new strategies for cutting their energy … Read More
On Earth Day, Sunday, April 22 from 1-5pm Green Newton will hand out free reusable shopping bags to customers at the Newtonville and Auburndale Star Market stores. Please remember to use reusable bags when you go to the store. Paper … Read More
On Wednesday, April 18 at 7pm at Newton City Hall in Room 211/Chamber, please come and show your support for a proposed ban of disposable polystyrene food containers in Newton. These are the ‘Styrofoam’ takeout containers, cups, plates, etc. which are hazardous to our … Read More
The Newton Conservators are co-sponsoring an evening at the New Art Center (61 Washington Park, Newton) featuring caterpillars from The Caterpillar Lab on May 16 from 5:30pm-8:30pm. This drop-in free exploration exhibit is appropriate for all ages and levels of experience. … Read More
Do you have a passion for engaging children and adults in the joys of community farming and outdoor education? Do you love to buy and eat local produce? Are you a gifted communicator, manager, and leader? Then you might be … Read More
Changing the Climate: How Public Health, Cities, and the Media Can Advance Climate Solutions Friday, April 20 8am–4:30pm (doors open at 7:30am) Hiebert Lounge 72 East Concord Street Boston Click Here for More Information or to Register Services for Deaf and … Read More
Newton has almost 600 unrepaired gas leaks from the pipelines under our streets. This gas is methane, a potent heat-trapping greenhouse gas. It can be explosive, kills our trees and contributes to air pollution. Most of our gas is “fracked … Read More
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