If you plan to give socks, sweatshirts, or other items of clothing as holiday gifts, you need to be aware that many such items are treated with toxic chemicals. Such treated items may be labeled as “odor free” and may … Read More
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Get inspiration on making your school more earth-friendly. On Wednesday, December 1 from 3:30-4pm, Andy Gluck, Underwood Green Team Advisor, will talk about some of the initiatives they have undertaken: easier recycling composting getting students more involved gardening Terracycle programs … Read More
Stop by the display cases in the lobby of the Newton Free Library during the month of November to learn about the City of Newton’s Climate Action Plan to reach our goal of carbon neutrality by 2050. The City is … Read More
Join Mothers Out Front on Wednesday, October 20 at 7pm for ‘A Mom’s Climate Conversation’ with renowned climate scientist, Katharine Hayhoe, who has been called “one of the nation’s most effective communicators on climate change” by The New York Times … Read More
Walking Webster Woods Saturday, October 16 from 10-11:30am Join Barbara Bates, Newton Conservators’ Board member, in navigating the more common trails in Webster Woods while admiring fall foliage and learning about how leaves turn color. Includes visits to the vernal … Read More
Now you can take a walk in a park and enjoy a book while strolling. Earlier this year a group of residents and City Councilors formed The Newton Community Pollinator Group to recommend policies and programs to support pollinators. Work … Read More
Please join the Sierra Club Plant-based Planet Team for their October events. These events are free and open to the public. Our Sustainable Kitchen Cooking Class on Thursday, October 14 at 6:30pm Plant-based Cooking Demonstration on Sunday, October 24 at … Read More
Will you walk, roll, bike, or bus this year? Choose what works for your family, make it fun, and celebrate International Walk to School Day this year on Wednesday, October 6. Held annually, this event joins together students from over … Read More
The GreenEXPO 2021 will be held on Sunday, October 17 from 10am-5pm on the Newton Centre Green in conjunction with the City of Newton’s Harvest Fair. Visitors are invited to browse the many options available to make their lives greener. There … Read More
On Sunday, October 3 from 1-2:30pm, join Barbara Bates, Newton Conservators’ Board member and teacher naturalist at Mass Audubon, to explore the various habitats around Riverside Park next to the Charles River and play nature-themed games. The event is open … Read More
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