Wednesday, August 6, 5:30-7pm. Newton Community Farm (303 Nahanton St., Newton). Join clinical herbalist Mo Katz-Christy for a stroll through the farm and fields to learn the names of plants and discover their medicinal uses! We will explore weeds and … Read More
Thursday, September 4, 5:30-7:30pm. Waltham Fields Community Farm (240 Beaver St., Waltham). Come together for this farm-favorite, outdoor gathering exploring autumn season fields and woodlands with wild edibles expert Russ Cohen. Participants will walk the farm, locate and identify wild, … Read More
Newton Community Farm is pleased to offer a weekly fruit share in conjunction with Autumn Hills Orchard in Groton, MA. Each weekly share consists of a 4–5 pound (approximate) bag of apples and other fruits. Autumn Hills is reporting their … Read More
Most animals raised for meat, milk and eggs are on industrial farms that contaminate our air, soil and water. These farms rely heavily on antibiotics and other synthetic treatments to boost outputs, and combat diseases caused by stressful, crowded and … Read More
In this episode, host Brian Hodgson talks with Ann Berwick, City of Newton Co-Director of Sustainability, about a variety of initiatives the city of Newton is driving, from building standards to recycling to clean energy. Green Newton Exchange is a periodic … Read More
In 2017, the Newton City Council passed a revised Leaf Blower Ordinance that bans all gas-powered leaf blowers from Memorial Day through Labor Day, and during that period, only one electric or battery-powered leaf blower per lot is allowed. The … Read More
In this episode, host Brian Hodgson talks with Bob Persons, a volunteer energy coach for the City of Newton who worked in the past as both an energy efficiency and mechanical engineer. Hear tips on how to improve the efficiency … Read More
As flowers bloom and lawns turn vibrant green, many Newton homeowners are planning how to maintain their outdoor spaces. But before reaching for chemical fertilizers and pesticides in pursuit of the perfect lawn, consider the risks—these products often contain toxins … Read More
In this episode, host Brian Hodgson talks with Doug Herrick, President of Newton Tree Conservancy, about how you can get trees planted in your neighborhood. Green Newton Exchange is a periodic discussion with local experts on climate change topics in the … Read More
On June 17 after four years of planning and construction, the Tasun Community Garden at Spears Park in Nonantum officially opened for planting. Spears Park is a small quarter acre green space located along Washington Street at Walnut Park, near … Read More
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