Conversation with Newton’s Forestry Expert Marc Welch
Mothers Out Front Newton will host Marc Welch, Commissioner of Newton Parks and Recreation. Welch will discuss his role caring for Newton’s urban forest as head of Urban Forestry since…
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Newton Community Farm Seedling Sale
The Newton Community Farm will have 99 varieties of vegetables, flowers, and herbs for sale on May 16 and 17. If you’d like to plan ahead, you can look at…
Housing and Climate with Dan Ruben
We need to think about the intersection of climate change and housing beyond our HVAC systems. How does climate change affect housing costs, particularly in the face of growing migration?…
‘The Plastic Detox’ Film Showing and Discussion
Produced by an Academy Award-winning team, the film The Plastic Detox follows six couples struggling with infertility who agree to participate in a massive plastic detox of their homes and…
How Toronto is Leading on Embodied Carbon Reduction
Since 2023, Toronto has led the continent with a simple yet powerful standard in new construction. Their Green Standard has limited the embodied carbon intensity (ECI) in all new municipal…
Focus on Friends 2026
Frustrated with federal affairs? Don’t go loco — go local! Mass Parks for All, a state-wide advocacy group for state and local parks, is holding its first ever Focus on…
How Massachusetts Can Lower Energy Bills By Cutting Corporate Giveaways
Note: This webinar is being offered again on May 20. Ever wonder why Massachusetts has such high energy bills and what the state can do about it? In this webinar,…
Kickoff the 2026 Heat Season: Celebrate Safely in Massachusetts
Consecutive hot days with temperatures above 85°F (29°C) can pose serious health risks, especially for vulnerable members of our communities. Join us to kick off the heat season and learn…
Pizza + Drinks: See a Next-Gen Heat Pump Water Heater in a Newton Home
Curious about newer, more efficient options for heating water at home? Join neighbors for a casual, drop-in pizza gathering at a Newton home and see a next-generation heat pump water…
Spotted Lanternfly: Impact, Current Status, and Management Options
Elizabeth Barnes will present the latest information about the spotted lanternfly, an invasive insect that feeds on over 100 plant species and is an agricultural and nuisance pest. In addition…