On December 18, 2023, the Newton City Council updated the 1999 Tree Preservation Ordinance (TPO) with stricter requirements, effective March 1, 2024. The revised TPO requires property owners to have a permit to remove any tree that is six inches or larger in diameter at breast height (DBH), as measured…
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Behind the wooden gates of a Waban home’s backyard, Newton residents made small talk about the weather, their summer plans, and—clean energy? Green Newton’s neighborly “Summer Pizza Party” event at the home of David Miller, parent of a former Green Newton intern, took place on Monday, August 4. This event…
Historic Newton will lead a walking tour in Farlow Park on August 14, 6:30PM-7:30PM. One of Newton’s oldest parks, Farlow Park was built for passive enjoyment with a rich history and a range of different trees. Join Marc Welch, City Forester, to learn more about the early design and vision…
The Newton Cemetery & Arboretum will host a summertime tour through the winding roads of its grounds, on August 17 starting at 10AM. Led by the Arboretum’s Arborist Julie Clements, the tour will take you along the ponds and streams of the Cemetery showcasing perennial gardens. Come to learn about…
Join Newton Community Farm (303 Nahanton Street) on Sunday, September 14 at 1PM for Hawks in Flight, an exciting event featuring a raptor expert from Mass Audubon. This special program will feature a live bird of prey, giving you an up-close encounter with one of these magnificent birds while learning about their…
Green Newton is hosting a Sustainability Cafe in the Druker Auditorium at the Newton Free Library (330 Homer Street) on September 20, 2PM-4PM, where you’ll explore real-life examples of sustainable living! At this engaging drop-in event, you will meet local homeowners that will showcase the eco-friendly upgrades they’ve made to…
On Thursday, September 25 at 7PM, the First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton (FUUSN) will host the next part of the Greening Houses of Worship series — to empower Newton’s faith communities with practical, inspiring ways to reduce environmental impact and live more sustainably. This event will take place in FUUSN’s Parish…
Green Newton will host the Environmental Leadership Celebration at the American Legion Nonantum Post 440 (295 California Street, Nonantum) on Saturday, October 4 from 6:30–9:00PM. The event will celebrate Newton’s vibrant environmental community while honoring three outstanding leaders with the 2025 Louise Bruyn Environmental Leadership Awards. This year’s honorees are:…
The UU Plant-Based Eating Club is hosting a large potluck at the First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton (FUUSN; 1326 Washington Street) on Sunday, October 5, at 6PM. All who are curious about Plant-Based eating, or just want to have a great plant-based meal and chat with other people, are invited.…
Newton Community Farm will host its annual Fall Family Fun Day — a free community celebration of the harvest season — on Saturday, October 4, 9:30AM-Noon, at 303 Nahanton Street. Registration is required. Enjoy games, crafts, and the beauty of the Farm. Space is limited, so please register in advance to…
Vibrant berries, fresh sourdough bread, vegan sushi bowls, and much more can be purchased at the Newton farmers’ markets. For almost fifty years, the markets have been a cornerstone of the community, providing a wide array of produce, fish, and prepared foods. Regan MacPherson, who works at Pocket Watch Bakery’s…
Green Newton, in partnership with the City of Newton, is launching a new campaign to educate certain homeowners about the potential benefits of switching to a heat pump system for heating and cooling their homes. Heat pumps are generally more expensive to use in Newton than natural gas, and for…