While the climate crisis is a no joking matter, we can all use a little humor to keep our spirits up. As a lighthearted activity to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day on April 22, Green Newton is proposing … Read More
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During this time of stress and isolation, the return of buds on trees and singing birds are welcome signs of spring. Mass Audubon’s ‘Explore Nature at Home’ page includes a collection of information, videos, games, and activity sheets on local … Read More
Dear School Committee Members, Superintendent Fleishman, Mayor Fuller, We are pleased to know that the Superintendent’s Proposed Budget for the Fiscal Year 2021 includes “funding for a Director of Planning and Sustainability who will both support our building projects and … Read More
Newton Students, Teachers Lead the Push for a More Sustainable District It takes more than just a few recycling bins here and there to truly make a school district environmentally sustainable. That’s the message from members of Newton’s School Sustainability … Read More
In honor of Green Newton’s 30th Anniversary, we invite all high school students who live in Newton to write essays to voice their concerns and inspire others to make a difference by suggesting solutions that can benefit our environment. The … Read More
Though COVID19 continues to dominate headlines and make our lives challenging, we can use the time of school closures and social distancing to teach our kids about the environment. Environment America has created a list of activities to do with … Read More
On Tuesday, March 10 from 3-4pm at the Newton Free Library (330 Homer St., Newton), Children ages 5 & up are invited to celebrate spring by planting seedlings, making a pinecone bird feeder, learning about earthworm composting and meeting animal … Read More
On Tuesday, March 10 from 3-4pm in the Druker Auditorium at the Newton Free Library (330 Homer St., Newton), kids can make pine cone bird feeders, create art from recycled materials, plant seedlings, and meet live animals! Students for a … Read More
Save your sneakers and bring them to the Students for a Greener World (SGW) Sneaker Reuse & Recycling Project on NewtonSERVES day on Sunday, April 26 from 9am-3pm at Newton City Hall (1000 Commonwealth Ave., Newton). They will be recycled … Read More
Join parents, educators and students who are working together to promote sustainability in Newton schools. Green Newton’s Schools Connections will meet on Thursday, February 13, from 3:45-5pm in the third floor arc area of the Newton Free Library (330 Homer … Read More
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