Pollinators play essential roles in our ecosystems but pollinator populations have been declining due to a combination of habitat loss, pesticide use, and parasitic mites. Their decline is also a loss for humans, as about a third of our food … Read More
On Wednesday, April 20 at 7pm, join The Studio for High Performance Design and Construction (SHPDC) for the third in a 4-part online series “Fall Planning/Summer Practices” led by Elise Bernstein on yard care techniques that foster a haven for … Read More
On Tuesday, April 5 from 6-7pm, join Chip Osborne, CEO of Osborne Organics and Chairman of the Marblehead Parks and Recreation Commission, for his virtual presentation on the importance of maintaining a safer and healthier landscape for the health of your … Read More
On Wednesday, April 6 at 7pm, join expert forager and author of Wild Plants I Have Known… and Eaten Russ Cohen. His webinar will feature at least two dozen species of native edible wild plants suitable for adding to your … Read More
Each Earth Day the Charles River Cleanup brings together over 3500 volunteers to remove trash from the banks of the Charles River. The event is recognized nationally by American Rivers for the Most Pounds of Trash Collected and Most Volunteers … Read More
On Thursday, March 24 at 3pm, learn about permaculture gardening and growing your food with Nicky Schauder from Permaculture Gardens. This webinar will explore: What is permaculture gardening? How does growing a garden impact the environment? How does growing a food … Read More
Pollinator conservation has become a national priority because of the drastic and widespread decline in bees, butterflies, and other pollinating insects. USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) programs offer technical and financial assistance for implementing conservation practices that address wildlife … Read More
Newton Tree Conservancy’s Fall Planting will be conducted on November 20 in various neighborhoods across the city. If you have previously participated in a Newton Tree Conservancy tree planting and would like to assist in this year’s planting, please email … Read More
Eastern red-backed salamanders are important indicators of forest health. They are abundant, sensitive to environmental change, permanent forest residents, and play an important role in ecosystem function and carbon storage as predators of soil invertebrates. In this online talk on … Read More
Bees are critical for pollinating the entire ecosystem including the food we eat. On Wednesday, October 13 from 7-8:30pm, learn in this online presentation which bees are at serious risk, why, and how we can help those in our surrounding … Read More
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