Despite the never ending cold rain and clouds, seeds are sprouting, ever so slowly, and seedlings are taking hold. Soon our new pollinator flower bed will be planted and we will welcome summer in earnest. The work of preparing the garden for the season will give way to the regular weekly tasks of weeding, monitoring […]
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Kermit’s Korner: Recycling in Framingham
Many of us share environmental values are and are already participating in the recycling of items used in our daily lives. It’s an easy and satisfying way to keep non-degradable waste out of our landfills. But are you sure that all items you put into the city’s weekly recycling containers can be recycled? A few […]
Seeds of Grace Worship
Sunday, June 16, 5:30 pm , Sue Dickerman Hall Join us for an engaging, participatory worship service, led by Rev. Isaac Everett. This is the final service he will lead for us.
Seeds of Grace Grants
Applications Due June 15 The Board of Wider Mission announces its second round of grant-making with the Seeds of Grace Mission Fund. This fund was created as part of our merger with Grace Church to support partner organizations that are actively working to make the world a more just, loving, welcoming, and sustainable place. Please […]
Kermit’s Korner: You can compost, too!
By now we hope you’ve noticed that we are offering compostable cups and paper products at coffee hour; the trash can in Sue Dickerman Hall has been converted to a compost collector. We can compost paper products (simple paper plates, napkins, tissues, coffee filters, tea bags, even bulletins!), food scraps of all kinds (meat and […]
Seeds of Grace Worship
Sunday, April 28 at 5:30 pm in Sue Dickerman Hall Join the Just Peace Players as they share their new play Extra! Extra! at our Seeds of Grace Worship Service. The play reflects on events in the headlines and how faith empowers us to work for peace and justice. You’ll learn new ideas for working […]
Special Opportunity from Wider Mission
The Board of Wider Mission announces its second round of grant-making with the Seeds of Grace Mission Fund. This fund was created as part of our merger to support partner organizations that are actively working to make the world a more just, loving, welcoming, and sustainable place. Please spread the word to organizations that you […]
Kermit’s Korner: Composting
For several years, we have hosted a community compost pile in the corner of the playground, enabling us to compost yard waste and plant-based foods. This spring, we are taking our composting to a new level, working with a company called Black Earth Composting, which will pick up a 14-gallon bin from us weekly. This […]
Kermit’s Korner: Earth Day
Earth Day this year is Monday, April 22. But there’s no reason to celebrate the earth on just one day this month― here are three things you can do for “Earth Month”: The Framingham Community Farm is a local non-profit that aims to fight hunger with fresh produce. They also provide meaningful service opportunities for […]
Kermit’s Korner: Spring Fever
Here are some things you can do to go “green” as winter turns to spring… Check out the Framingham Seed Library (at both Framingham library branches) and pick out free seeds to start for your own garden or even just a window box. The Seed Libraries open Saturday, March 2. Sign up for compost pick-up […]