MetroWest Climate Solutions and CFREE Lincoln are co-sponsoring a session with Ross Trethewey, Building Engineer for “This Old House” and “Ask This Old House.” Ross Trethewey, P.E., M. Eng., is Principal of TE2 Engineering with extensive experience updating homes to create a more energy-efficient and sustainable environment. He has a pragmatic approach to the important […]
Come enjoy the Cochituate Rail Trail on New Year's Eve! Enjoy live performances, enchanting lighting, tasty treets, and fire pits hosted by nineteen community groups. This is a family-friendly, fun event sure to bring a smile to your face.Get details at FriendsOfNatickTrails.org/crtnye. Fire pits will be located from Bacon Street to Chrysler Road.This free event […]
Inspired by the current exhibition DM Witman: Ecologies of Restoration, Pathways to Action includes opportunities to hear from experts whose work focuses on the human potential to act in the face of our changing climate, and to learn how each of us can get involved with local climate-focused organizations. The evening will begin with lightning […]
Considering solar energy? plugIN into the possibilities with us! Watch the recording of our solar webinar to explore this renewable energy option for powering your home and reducing your carbon footprint. The session was presented by Matt Honkonen from East Coast Solar. Enroll for free here to access this recording and other valuable resources, or visit […]
What shall we do now, together, about our climate? Join the conversation (or just come and listen). Come to an online meeting of advocates and activists and learn what we can do together.View more details here.Sign up here to receive invitations to upcoming meetings.
Do you have questions about how the Community Preservation Act (CPA) works?Want to know how the funds are being allocated? Attend the CPA Public Info session and join the conversation! Event will be recorded on Natick Pegasus. For complete inforamtion about CPA in Natick, see See https://www.natickma.gov/2053/Community-Preservation-Act
Join Natick for an online heat pump water heater webinar on February 12, 7:00 - 8:00 pm co-sponsored by plugIN (a collaboration of 7 metrowest towns) and Resilient Swampscott. We’ll be joined by Bob Zogg, from the Heat Smart Alliance, hear from community members about their experiences, and provide time for questions! Discover how this efficient electric alternative can […]
David Green is a physicist by training and has spent his career in business. On Tuesday, March 18 at 7pm, he will walk us through the process, step by step, on how to get your home’s carbon footprint to zero. You can learn more about David and his process HERE.
In his talk, "More Than Just The Buzz: A practical Guide to Restoring Native Plant-Pollinator Diversity (and why it matters)," Dr. Robert Gegear, Framingham resident and associate professor of Biology at UMass Dartmouth, shares how we can help restore native plant and pollinator diversity in our own gardens. Join him to learn about his extensive […]
Join Keep Natick Beautiful to clean up litter along Rte. 135 and make sure it looks its best for runners and spectators on Marathon Day. We will be working from the Framingham town line to Eddie's Dog Park at Middlesex Path. Where: Meet at Roche Bros. plaza parking area (Northwest corner)What to bring: Gloves, water […]
The Town of Natick operates four organic community gardens for residents. These welcoming green spaces are cared for by Natick residents and volunteer groups, and build community through the shared work of growing fresh, healthy food. All Natick residents are welcome to participate in the community gardens program. Applications for new and returning gardeners opens […]
Insecticides sprayed to kill adult mosquitoes are often used in home yards, as mosquitoes can be a nuisance and health risk. But, the insecticides used in these sprays are broadly toxic to insects, and the risks they pose to pollinators isn't well known. In the summer of 2023, Xerces performed a study comparing insecticide residues […]