There will be a complimentary screening of the documentary Inundation District at West Newton Cinema (1296 Washington Street, West Newton) on Sunday, April 28 at 3:30PM. After the 79-minute film, there will be a discussion/Q&A with producer/director and Boston Globe environmental reporter David Abel, moderated by Charles River Watershed Association…
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Songs for the Earth, FUUSN’s annual Folk Music Sunday, is on April 28 at 10:15AM at the First Unitarian Society in Newton (1326 Washington Street, West Newton). The service includes familiar music (“Mercy Mercy Me,” “River”) and newer songs that call us to action for climate change. Demie Stathoplos will speak on The Web…
May is the peak time for migrating birds passing through the Newton area on their way north. Join Newton Conservators for a free Spring Birding Walk on Saturday, May 4, 8AM-10AM, at Cold Spring Park, one of Newton’s premier birding locations. Participants will meet near the turnaround at the end of…
Green Newton is hosting a House Party on May 4, 11AM-1PM, where home owners can learn how eco-friendly home improvements can increase home value. Hear from Newton Realtor Chris Vietor and environmental professionals about: solar, insulation, efficient heating/cooling/hot water (heat pumps), rebates, and tax credits. Register here to get the…
We all know climate change is happening, so what can we do to slow it down and turn it around? Come to FUUSN for a game using MIT’s EN-ROADS climate model simulator to see what does and doesn’t help on individual and community levels — FUUSN, city, state, nation, and…
Newton Conservators’ Annual Meeting on Thursday, May 9, will feature a presentation on Seeds of Change: Promoting Plant Biodiversity in Our Community by Michael Piantedosi, Director of Conservation for Native Plant Trust. The event will at take place at the American Legion Post 440 (295 California Street, Nonantum) and will start with a social hour and cash…
Join Newton Conservators and Friends of Nahanton Park on Sunday, May 12, 8AM-10:30AM, for a free Mother’s Day Bird Walk at Nahanton Park. This park offers a mix of woodlands, wetlands, edge habitat, and meadows along the Charles River, making it one of the best birding spots in Newton for migrants…
Newton Community Farm will hold its annual Spring Seedling Sale on May 18-19, 12PM-3PM at the farm (303 Nahanton Street). Over 80 varieties of home-grown and hardy seedlings! All seedlings are$6 per pack or container. More details here.
The Newton Cemetery & Arboretum will host a Springtime Tree Tour through the winding roads of its grounds on May 19 starting at 10AM. Led by its staff arborists, the tour will showcase over 30 species of flowering trees, shrubs, and perennials. Come to enjoy flowers and learn about the Arboretum’s…
On May 23 at 7PM, Newton Conservators will present a one-hour webinar, Pesticides and Children’s Health: How can we protect our community?, by public health researcher Dr. Sarah Evans. Register online to receive an email confirmation with the link for the webinar. Dr. Sarah Evans, Assistant Professor of Environmental Medicine and Public…