Brookwood Farm has historically been both farmland and wetland. What are the special native plants of this part of the Reservation and what threatens them? Join a naturalist on Wednesday, August 24, at 6:00 p.m. to explore this historically and ecologically significant portion of the Reservation. Meet at Brookwood Farm, 11 Blue Hill River Rd., Canton, MA.
(Brookwood Farm is one of several farms present at the Mattapan Farmers' Market this year. For more information, check out the Dorchester Environmental Health Coalition blog here).
Mayor Menino’s Renew Boston initiative is hosting an energy efficiency workshop for Boston landlords. A Dorchester workshop will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on August 13, at the Holland Community Center, 87 Olney Street, Dorchester! Pastries and coffee will be served! Information about no-cost home energy improvements available through the federal recovery act and utility-sponsored efficiency programs will be provided.
Celebrate the cultures of the Dudley neighborhood at Mary Hannon Park on Dudley St in Dorchester on Saturday, August 13, 2011. This youth-organized festival, which runs from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., will feature stage performances by local artists, a fashion show, food, games and more! For more information, contact Jose Barros at (617)442-9670 x160 or 
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Not ready for the growing season to end? In this hands on workshop, participants will learn the easy, affordable techniques for growing delicious salads into the cold months. Workshop takes place on Saturday August 27, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Nightingale Community Garden, 512 Park Street, Dorchester, MA. Sustain your greens for months to come with this Boston is Growing Gardens/Boston Natural Areas Network program!
Gala in the Park
Mass Energy and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers invite you to come learn more about wind and solar power by visiting IBEW's wind turbine! On Thursday, July 28, 2011, come to the IBEW Local 103 building (256 Freeport Street, Dorchester, MA 02122) from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. for a relaxing evening of free snacks and discussion. Don't forget to pick up your FREE Mass Energy "WIND" T-SHIRT!
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