Education, events & enjoying nature:
- Check out the Rivers of Concord show at Fowler Library in West Concord, March 27 - June 20. Featuring art from 50+ local artists ranging from ages 6 to 88, this show celebrates the beauty of the 3 rivers which meet in Concord: the Assabet, Sudbury, and Concord rivers. The show includes many types of art, including a quilt, collage, photographs, and needle felting, as well as maps which show where the rivers flow through Concord.
- Check out local wildlife webcam on Instagram: @estabrooknature
Composting at CMS
Did you know that CMS Composts? CMS began composting in both Sanborn and Peabody and is continuing at the new Ellen Garrison Building. Please see resources provided by Priscilla Guiney (K-12 District Sustainability Coordinator & Green Team Advisor, Concord-Carlisle High School) to learn more about the value of composting and what/how you can compost at home!
Celebrating Earth Month:
Upcoming School/District Events:
- Plastic-Free Lunch Day, Friday April 18
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What is Plastic-Free Lunch Day?
Plastic-Free Lunch Day will take place on Friday, April 18, 2025 in all the Concord Public Schools including CCHS. School children in New York City began the plastic-free lunch movement that is meant to reduce single-use plastic and disrupt the throw-away culture. The Concord Public Schools invite the community to explore ways to avoid plastic. By making this effort together, we can discuss ways to refuse, reduce, or reuse plastic (no need to throw out good containers)! Our collective action protects human health and all the Earth.
Resources:
- Less Plastic.org has great infographics on why it’s best to avoid plastics.
- Find ideas and solutions with the non-profit Beyond Plastics.
- Take on Plastic-Free July -- or visit their site year-round for great tips and tricks.
- Visit Recycle Smart MA. For specific items, explore their handy Recyclopedia
Plastic Free Lunch Supply Ideas:
