Tuesday, December 16, 7pm. Online. The Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA) recently proposed a plan that would allow for sewage to continue to be dumped into the Charles River forever. During a meeting with its Board of Directors, MWRA officials … Read More
Wednesday, November 12, 6:30-7:30pm. Online. The Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA) recently proposed a plan that would allow for sewage to continue to be dumped into the Charles River forever. During a meeting with its Board of Directors, MWRA officials … Read More
Saturday, October 25, 9:30am. Hamilton Place at Hemlock Gorge, Newton. Come with family and friends for a morning in the fresh outdoors doing good for the environment. Meet at Hamilton Place between 9:30 and 10am. For a MAP showing the … Read More
Our beloved summer swimming spot, Crystal Lake, was temporarily closed this summer after a dangerous bloom of toxic cyanobacteria underscored the growing toll of climate change on our local waters. In an email to Newton residents on August 13, Mayor … Read More
The city is about 95% complete with water meter replacements throughout the city. You can see the progress here. If you have had your water meter replaced by the city, you should know about Neptune 360, a free service that … Read More
Saturday, June 28 10am-2pm. Newton Historic Boathouse (2401 Commonwealth Ave., Newton). Join Charles River Watershed Association (CRWA) and Indigenous Peoples Day Newton for the Third Annual Quinobequin Intertribal Paddle, a relaxing midday paddle on one of the most beautiful stretches … Read More
Thursday, May 22, 7pm. Online. Located in a northern section of Newton, Cheesecake Brook exemplifies the challenges facing urban streams. Today, the brook drains a watershed that is over 40% impervious. Stormwater runs off roofs, sidewalks, and roads and enters … Read More
Thursday, April 3, 5-7pm. Online. The Massachusetts Sierra Club is sponsoring a virtual screening of Inundation District, the award winning film by David Abel and Ted Blanco. This feature-length film is about the implications of one city’s decision to ignore … Read More
Saturday, April 26, 12-2. Charles River Esplanade (Storrow Dr, Boston). Newton South High School Key Club, a high school community service organization, is organizing a public clean-up of the Charles River to celebrate Earth Day. Individuals, families, and community groups … Read More
Saturday, April 12, 10am-12pm. Far southern end of Salisbury Beach (near Parking Lot 1), Salisbury, MA. The Surfrider Foundation is calling all volunteers for a spring beach cleanup. Come for an engaging day of toes in the sand with family, … Read More
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