Consider joining the Ride for Food (RFF) on Sunday, October 2. This is a fun annual event organized by Three Squares New England, that raises critically needed funds for organizations fighting food insecurity across Eastern Massachusetts. Choose one of several … Read More
On Thursday, October 27 from 11:30am-1pm, join the Product Stewardship Institute online to hear experts discuss the opportunities and challenges of compostable plastics, including achieving clarity on definitions and labeling, addressing materials in packaging EPR laws, how EPR funding can … Read More
Green Newton and the Newton EV Task Force are looking for electric vehicle owners to showcase their cars at some upcoming events. If you love your EV or plug-in hybrid (PHEV) and are available to talk to other Newton residents … Read More
Is climate change on your mind? Not sure how to talk about it? Wondering how you can make a difference? In this three-session online class on Wednesdays, October 12-26 (6:30-7:30pm), educator and storyteller Peter Sakura will share with you the … Read More
On Wednesday, September 28 at 3pm ET, the webinar ‘Electrifying Your Home’ will cover the benefits of electrification for cooking, home heating/cooling and water heating, and a chance to get your questions answered by experts and people who have recently made these changes … Read More
The mission of the Studio for High Performance Design & Construction (SHPDC) is to improve the sustainable practices of the building industry through education and training, and by fostering a community of shared knowledge and learning. Come support the work … Read More
The Newton Democratic City Committee’s Climate Crisis Committee is hosting a webinar presentation ‘Planning Our Future: Climate Action at Home’ on Wednesday, September 14 at 7pm. Learn about energy improvements you can make to your home and how to get … Read More
Come to the Electric Bike Expo at the Newton Farmers Market in Cold Spring Park (1094 Beacon St., Newton) on Tuesday, September 20 from 1:30-6pm. See how e-bikes can help you travel greater distances, making them viable alternatives to driving. … Read More
Newton Parks, Recreation and Culture invites members of the community to discuss the future of Crystal Lake Park and Beach on Thursday, September 15 at 6pm. Please register for the online meeting in advance. After registering, you will receive a … Read More
Newton was once dotted with wetlands and criss-crossed by streams flowing to the Charles River. But one doesn’t see many streams, marshes, or wooded wetlands nowadays. Where did they go? Where does our rainfall go now? Jennifer Steel, Chief Environmental … Read More
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