Sustainable Jersey hub for Burlington, Camden and Gloucester Counties

Elmer Harvest Day Buffer Planting

Nurture your green thumb this October by helping us plant flowers, shrubs, and grasses! The birds and butterflies will thank you for it. We're in need of some helping hands at this year's Elmer Harvest Day Festival! Join us as we plant native flowers, shrubs, and grasses along Muddy Run. This planting will create habitats […]

Free

Members and Guest “Chance Auction”

Carmen Tilelli Hall 820 Mercer Street, Cherry Hill, NJ, United States

October 9, 2018, at 7 p.m. Members and Guests “Chance Auction” Presented by the Horticultural Society of South Jersey. Carmen Tilelli Community Center, 820 Mercer Street, Cherry Hill, NJ.  Bring new or gently used items to donate. What a great way to pass along any unwanted gifts or items that someone else may treasure. Free and […]

Free

Cereal Killer? Let’s Talk About It!

Collingswood Library 771 Haddon Avenue, Collingswood, NJ, United States

CEREAL KILLER? LET'S TALK ABOUT IT! Community discussion about carcinogenic chemicals in the food supply. If you are concerned about the recent study which revealed high levels of the herbicide glyphosate in many common packaged foods, come join the conversation.  Free and open to the public; bring a friend. Thursday, October 11 @ 7:00pm Collingswood […]

Free

Camden Waterfront Cleanup

Camden Water Front 1625 Wildwood Ave, Camden

Help us keep New Jersey clean, green, and pristine! Join us for a cleanup of the Camden Waterfront. We will meet on Pearl St. next to Campbell Field and start from there. We'll pick up trash around the area and learn about the natural history of the waterfront. Tools, grabbers, and gloves will be provided.

Free

Petty’s Island History Hike

Pettys Island 36th Street and Harrison Avenue, Pennsauken, NJ, United States

 Explore this gem with local historian and author, Bob Shinn, on a hike through time on Petty’s Island. Hike along the Delaware River where points of interest will bring history to life. Leafless trees will give opportunities for spectacular views of Philadelphia and other significant landmarks. Registration is REQUIRED for this trip. Details are given […]

Free

Invest in your values

Medford Friends Meeting Center 14 Union St, Medord, NJ, United States

Learn about Green Investing This is the third program in our series on climate change. Inspired by the fossil fuel divestment/renewables reinvestment movements, our program will explore the challenges of socially responsible finances. Expert speakers and panelists will look at how all of our finances--investing, banking, etc., can support our values. A sustainable vegetarian meal […]

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Evesham Green Team Meeting

Evesham Public Library 984 Tuckerton Road, Marlton, New Jersey

Join the Evesham Green Team for our monthly meeting.  Share your ideas and talents for building a more sustainable community.  Get involved in one or more of our initiatives and upcoming events. Everyone is welcome.

Free

Accelerate Land Reuse for Community Revitalization Workshop

Salvation Army Kroc Center 1865 Harrison Avenue, Camden, NJ, United States

Unique opportunity to hear from and meet individually with dozens of public and private-sector redevelopment experts. Abandoned, ownerless or blighted properties create public eyesores and erode a municipality's tax base. This workshop will provide answers to your questions on legal liability, regulatory issues, funding resources, assessment/remediation, and community engagement to turbo charge your redevelopment efforts.  […]

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Cleanup at Willingboro Lakes Park

Willingboro Lakes Park 4154 N Rt. 130, Beverly, NJ, United States

We need you to help clean up.  Individuals, groups, and organizations are welcome. Bags, gloves, grabbers, light refreshments, and water to refill your reusable water bottle are provided. Free shopping tote to all volunteers. Event is rain or shine. To register, email [email protected] Participants younger that 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Free

Oldmans Creek Preserve Workday – Gardening

Oldmans Creek Preserve 21 Main St, Auburn, NJ, United States

Calling all gardeners! We need help sprucing up the gardens around Oldmans Creek Preserve. Please volunteer with us for our October OCP Workday. No gardening experience required! All tools and gloves will be provided.

Free