Newton resident Laurie Smith-Michaels recently purchased an e-bike after talking to e-bike owners and the e-bike vendors at the recent Green Newton E-bike Expo at the Farmer’s Market. She usually drives and occasionally bikes for leisure in flatter areas or … Read More
Tickets are on sale now for the 15th anniversary party at the Newton Community Farm (303 Nahanton St, Newton) on Saturday, September 25 from 5-8pm. Mix and mingle with friends old and new. This is a casual get-together with food, … Read More
This garden remains from the Houghton Estate and is now part of the Webster Conservation Area complex near Hammond Pond that runs from Route 9 north beyond the MBTA Riverside line. The garden, only lightly managed now, retains a variety … Read More
On Saturday, September 25 from 10-11am, join Barbara Bates, Newton Conservators’ board member and teacher naturalist at Mass Audubon, to explore the animals and plants in the Dolan Pond conservation area and play nature-themed games. Open to children 5 and … Read More
Join Green Energy Consumers Alliance (GECA) during National Drive Electric week for one or all three of the webinars on electric vehicles: ‘Electric Vehicles 101’ on September 27 Curious about getting an electric vehicle (EV), but not sure where to … Read More
Modeling clay is a popular product used in crafting. There are many different clays on the market, but it is important to understand which clays are considered safe, and which are potentially toxic to children and to the environment. Clays … Read More
On Sunday, September 26 at 6pm, learn how to make healthy plant-based food with the Massachusetts Sierra Club Plant-based Planet Team in this online program. Chefs will demonstrate how to make various plant-based dishes at home. Feel free to ask … Read More
The most common element in the universe, hydrogen is the H in H2O. But is hydrogen the fuel to solve our climate crisis? Join 350 Mass on Monday, September 13 from 7-8:30pm for the webinar ‘Pulling Back the Curtain on … Read More
Learn about electric vehicles from the City of Newton’s Climate and Sustainability Team and the Newton EV Task Force on Thursday, September 30 from 7-9pm. Join us for this online presentation and panel discussion on choosing an electric vehicle, EV … Read More
On Monday, September 27 at 5pm, join Mayor Ruthanne Fuller for an online program to honor the legacy of Rachel Carson (1907-1964) and celebrate local climate champions who advocate for carbon emissions reduction, energy efficiency, and conservation of natural resources. … Read More
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While earlier springs might sound nice, they may leave birds struggling to adapt. #BirdsTellUs how the earlier springtimes caused by climate change are changing their habitats. #CilmateWeek https://www.audubon.org/news/false-springs-how-earlier-spring-climate-change-wreaks-havoc-birds