Climate Change: Arlington to Host Preparation Session

ARLINGTON, MA—Arlington is planning a community discussion on the potential dangers of climate change.

On Saturday, Mar. 19; Arlington will hold Ecofest, a community celebration of the environment that will be held at town hall with the focus of Climate Change. The session will focus on the effects of mitigating the effects, and how the region is preparing.

The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Town Hall. There is no charge for admission, there will also be free compost, a raffle, Food Link Cafe and children's activities.

Here's the schedule of events, according to the Town's announcement.

10:30 AM Family Music Concert with Liz Buchanan, Lyons Hearing Room, second floor

11:30 AM Forum Regional Climate Planning with the Metropolitan Area Planning Council, Lyons Hearing Room, second floor

12:15 PM Musical performance by Leonard Soloman: The Belolowphone Show, Lyons Hearing Room, second floor

Trashformations on the Town Hall stage. A student exhibit of recycled art. Register artwork on Thursday, March 17 at Town Hall from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. START YOUR PROJECT NOW! Our theme this year: Climate Change Effects on Wildlife. Check out World Wildlife Foundation and New England Aquarium for information and ideas.

Trashformations registration form and additional criteria here.

Compost: fill your own container with some high quality, local and free compost made from Arlington’s own yard waste. Town Hall parking lot.

Food Link Cafe: Garden hallway, free treats, coffee/tea/lemonade $1 or free with your own mug

Raffle: THANK YOU to local Arlington businesses for their generous donations in support of EcoFest

There is more to come soon, according to the town's website.