The Environmental Commission (EC) had a productive and exciting fall season. Thank you to all the volunteers who helped make these projects a success! October 6: In partnership with Van Derveer Elementary School, EC volunteers planted 175 native plants in the school courtyard and presented an educational assembly to more than 700 students. October 10: … Continued
Get involved and make a difference with the Environmental Commission! Peters Brook habitat restoration Join us as we plant native species in the new garden bed near the path behind and below the gazebo at Van Fleet Gardens. Learn more about this restoration project. Date: Saturday, October 11 Time: 9 am Location: Van Fleet Garden … Continued
You may have noticed some recent changes along the Peters Brook Greenway path behind the Van Fleet Gardens, between Grove Street and N. Bridge Street. These updates are part of a new habitat restoration project, led by the Environmental Commission and funded by a $20,000 grant from Sustainable Jersey and the PSEG Foundation. Project goals … Continued
The cheapest energy is the energy you don’t use! Schedule your free home energy assessment today and start saving on energy costs. The Somerville Environmental Commission, in partnership with Sustainable Jersey and PSEG, is spreading the word about this no-cost, no-obligation opportunity for renters and homeowners. The assessment is simple. A licensed professional will assess … Continued
Celebrate Earth Day with the Environmental Commission the weekend of April 25, 26 and 27! We have 3 opportunities to join in the festivities and make an impact with our community! Here are the highlights, with complete information about each event listed further below. Weekend highlights These events are rain or shine. Town Clean Up and … Continued
The Somerville Environmental Commission and the Wallace House and Old Dutch Parsonage State Historic Sites are co-hosting a concert of historical music to conclude Somerville’s Earth Day weekend celebration. Colonial Crossroads in the Old Dutch Garden: Music of Africa and Europe Meet Date: Sunday, April 27 Time: 2 pm Location: Wallace House and Old Dutch … Continued
Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a budding enthusiast, the Environmental Commission invites you to enter the raffle to receive a vegetable garden bed at the Jay Scott Community Garden! How to get started Fill out the online application form by April 15, 2025 Provide your Somerville residency details Winners will be announced on April … Continued
The Somerville Environmental Commission invites you to lend a hand at our Community Volunteer Day on Saturday, April 5 to help prepare two important community spaces for the season. Date: Saturday, April 5 (rain date: Sunday, April 6) Time: Meet at 9 am Locations: Jay Scott Community Garden and Carol Pager Park How to participate … Continued
The Somerville Environmental Commission is hosting an educational event to understand the current and future state of New Jersey’s weather and climate. Save the Date Date: Monday, March 31, 2025 Time: 7 pm Location: Somerville Civic Center (24 Robeson St) Registration for this event opens on March 17. About the seminar New Jersey’s Changing Climate … Continued
The Somerville Environmental Commission organizes community initiatives to help protect the local environment. Join the Somerville Green Team: The Somerville Green Team puts sustainable initiatives into action. The Green Team is dedicated to making our town more sustainable and resilient, and spearheads hands-on projects like tree plantings, waste reduction initiatives, and green infrastructure improvements. A … Continued
