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Renter open house in Allston

Come learn how you can save money and energy by taking part in Renew Boston.

September 23, 2017
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • 168 Western Avenue
    Lucerne Room
    Allston, MA 02134
  • Contact:
    Lourdes Lopez
  • send an email
  • 617-635-3850
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Allston
    Brighton
  • Event Type:
    Environment and green living
  • Published Date
Event Date2017-09-23T10:00:00 - 2017-09-23T12:00:00

Renew Boston, Mayor Walsh's premier energy efficiency program, is a partnership with Mass Save, Eversource, and National Grid.

We want to help you save on your energy bills and live more comfortably at your new place.

Register for the open house

September 23, 2017
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • 168 Western Avenue
    Lucerne Room
    Allston, MA 02134
  • Contact:
    Lourdes Lopez
  • send an email
  • 617-635-3850
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Allston
    Brighton
  • Event Type:
    Environment and green living
  • Published Date
Event Date2017-09-23T10:00:00 - 2017-09-23T12:00:00

About the event

Want to consume less energy, lower your energy bills, and make your home more comfortable? Learn how to become energy efficient at our event. You’ll get to meet with energy efficiency experts. You’ll also hear about steps you can take to start saving energy through the Mass Save program.

Through the program, you can qualify for:
  • a no-cost home energy assessment
  • a no-cost installation of energy efficient light bulbs and showerhead
  • a smart power strip to plug in electronics you use the most (things like TV sets, cable boxes, gaming systems, and modems), and
  • generous rebates for appliances.
Don’t forget to RSVP

There will be a door prize and refreshments at the event, which is open to the public. Please remember to register for the event ahead of time.

RSVP for the event

Can't make it, don't worry! Feel free to call Renew Boston at 617-635-SAVE (7283) to schedule your no-cost home energy assessment. Have questions? Lourdes Lopez or Alisha Pegan at 617-635-3850 can help.

(East) Boston by Hubway

Our public bike-share system is for you! Join staff and volunteers to learn how Hubway works, and enjoy a short ride to some great public spaces that are easy to access by bike share. 

July 18, 2017
Event Date2017-07-18T18:00:00 - 2017-07-18T20:00:00

During this event, you'll learn about different bike-share membership options. You'll also hear from other residents on how they use Hubway for quick trips to destinations all over the City. If you have basic bike riding skills, but need to build your confidence riding on the street, this clinic is just right for you. We will start out on low-stress streets and paths, so you can get comfortable on the bike and build your skills.

Hubway bikes and helmets are provided at no cost for all participants. If you cannot yet ride independently in a parking lot, please do not register for this event. 

Boston Bikes invites any youth or adults (16 years or older) to participate in our Boston by Hubway rides. Registration is required.

July 18, 2017
Event Date2017-07-18T18:00:00 - 2017-07-18T20:00:00

Summer Wellness Walks

Join Outdoors RX for FREE family friendly hikes through Franklin Park!

July 6, 2017
Event Date2017-07-06T18:00:00 - 2017-07-06T19:00:00

There's FREE Parking at Circuit Drive and Pierpont Road, Boston MA.

If you're using the MBTA, take bus #16 to Circuit Drive at Glen Lane or the Orange Line to Green Street. There's a 15 minute walk to the park.

July 6, 2017
Event Date2017-07-06T18:00:00 - 2017-07-06T19:00:00

Climate Smart Cities training webinar

Imagine this: a science-informed tool that can help you visualize the opportunities and creative solutions to address climate risks specifically made for the City of Boston. If that sounds helpful to you and your work, read on. 

June 22, 2017
Event Date2017-06-22T12:00:00 - 2017-06-22T13:00:00

Greenovate Boston and The Trust for Public Land are teaming up to host a training webinar on the Climate-Smart Boston decision support tool. Join us Thursday, June 22, from 12 - 1 p.m.. You'll learn how to use this planning tool to visualize climate impacts specific to Boston.

During the webinar attendees will:

  • understand the process behind the creation of this tool
  • become familiar with how it can be used, and
  • practice visualizing different scenarios.

This webinar is a great opportunity to ask questions about how you can use this innovative tool in your work in Boston.

Greenovate connects you with the latest resources and information. You can also meet with experts who help our communities become better prepared and more resilient.

RSVP for the event

June 22, 2017
Event Date2017-06-22T12:00:00 - 2017-06-22T13:00:00

Renew Boston Energy Efficiency Webinar

Learn how to make your home more energy efficient while saving money on your monthly utility bill.  

May 25, 2017
  • 12:00pm - 1:00pm
  • Remote (join in online)
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Jeff Vaz
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Environment and green living
  • Published Date
Event Date2017-05-25T12:00:00 - 2017-05-25T13:00:00

Greenovate and Renew Boston are hosting a lunchtime webinar, May 25, from 12 - 1 p.m. During the webinar our Renew Boston specialist, Jeff Vaz, will walk through the rebates and incentives available to Bostonians, and the steps necessary to take advantage of them.

You can watch a livestream of the webinar below.

More than 40,000 Boston residents have reduced their energy usage and saved money through Renew Boston and Mass Save. Now it's your chance to join your neighbors and help move Boston closer to a greener, healthier, and more resilient City. Find out more about Renew Boston.

Watch the Video on Youtube

May 25, 2017
  • 12:00pm - 1:00pm
  • Remote (join in online)
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Jeff Vaz
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Environment and green living
  • Published Date
Event Date2017-05-25T12:00:00 - 2017-05-25T13:00:00

Coffee Hour, Jamaica Plain

The 18th Annual Neighborhood Coffee Hour Series takes place in local parks citywide from April 24 to July 20.

July 7, 2017
Event Date2017-07-07T09:30:00 - 2017-07-07T10:30:00

The Neighborhood Coffee Hours give residents a unique opportunity to speak directly with Mayor Walsh about open space and other needs in their neighborhoods.

For more information and updates on possible weather cancelations, please contact the Parks and Recreation Department at 617-635-4505. There's also a full schedule of Mayor Walsh's 2017 Neighborhood Coffee Hours.

Full Coffee Hour schedule

July 7, 2017
Event Date2017-07-07T09:30:00 - 2017-07-07T10:30:00

Coffee Hour, Roxbury

The 18th Annual Neighborhood Coffee Hour Series takes place in local parks citywide from April 24 to July 20.

July 11, 2017
Event Date2017-07-11T09:30:00 - 2017-07-11T10:30:00

The Neighborhood Coffee Hours give residents a unique opportunity to speak directly with Mayor Walsh about open space and other needs in their neighborhoods.

For more information and updates on possible weather cancelations, please contact the Parks and Recreation Department at 617-635-4505. There's also a full schedule of Mayor Walsh's 2017 Neighborhood Coffee Hours.

Full Coffee Hour schedule

July 11, 2017
Event Date2017-07-11T09:30:00 - 2017-07-11T10:30:00

Coffee Hour, Four Corners

The 18th Annual Neighborhood Coffee Hour Series takes place in local parks citywide from April 24 to July 20.

July 13, 2017
Event Date2017-07-13T09:30:00 - 2017-07-13T10:30:00

The Neighborhood Coffee Hours give residents a unique opportunity to speak directly with Mayor Walsh about open space and other needs in their neighborhoods.

For more information and updates on possible weather cancelations, please contact the Parks and Recreation Department at 617-635-4505. There's also a full schedule of Mayor Walsh's 2017 Neighborhood Coffee Hours.

Full Coffee Hour schedule

July 13, 2017
Event Date2017-07-13T09:30:00 - 2017-07-13T10:30:00

Ashmont Hill Yard Sale: rescheduled to June 2

Reuse & recycle while enjoying a lovely historic neighborhood. 9AM to 2PM.

June 2, 2018
Event Date2018-06-02T09:00:00 - 2018-06-02T14:00:00

Gigantic annual yard sale - 40 plus locations, easily walkable.
Get there - MBTA:  Red Line to Ashmont Station, exit towards Peabody Sq, left up Ashmont St to Alban St, Biking: Talbot Ave to Welles Ave and Ocean St, Driving: Park on Welles Ave and walk in, large crowds may make it tough to drive through the neighborhood.

 

June 2, 2018
Event Date2018-06-02T09:00:00 - 2018-06-02T14:00:00

Ancient Fishweir Project installation

The 14th annual Fishweir installation on Boston Common takes place during May and June.

May 6, 2017
Event Date2017-05-06T10:00:00

The Ancient Fishweir Project on Boston Common will be installed by students from Boston's Josiah Quincy School.
On June 5, school groups attending Making History Day will participate on-site in dance and music performances by the Wampanoag Nation Singers and Dancers.
Event sponsored by the Friends of the Public Garden.

May 6, 2017
Event Date2017-05-06T10:00:00
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