Newton families are invited to three hands-on sustainability activities this summer, part of the City’s Picnic & Play in the Park series. The programs take place from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm on Wednesday, July 15, Thursday, July 23, and Thursday, August 13 at Lincoln-Eliot School, 150 Jackson Rd, Newton. The events are sponsored by Green Newton and Newton Parks, Recreation & Culture.
The series begins with Solar Oven S’mores on Wednesday, July 15, where children will build solar ovens and make s’mores using the sun’s energy. Families can enjoy also clean-energy games, and parents can learn about home energy efficiency from Green Newton’s Energy Advocate.
Bright Ideas and LEGO® Bricks follows on Thursday, July 23, inviting children to create sustainability-inspired LEGO creations as parents explore clean energy solutions for their homes.
The series concludes with the Junk Jam and Upcycle Parade on Thursday, August 13, where families will transform recycled materials into costumes and instruments before celebrating with a colorful Sustainability Parade.
All events are free, family-friendly, and include a snack. We hope to see you there! Learn more at greennewton.org/events.
