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Sustainable Pinehills The Monthly News September 2025
What we’ve been up to…
Whew! It’s hard to believe summer is nearly over. From whaling programs to textiles drives, it’s been a busy one for Sustainable Pinehills. Last month we hosted Frank Mand from SEMPBA to speak about the globally-rare ecosystem in which we live; this knowledge reinforces how important it is that we each do our part to preserve the health and beauty of our community.
And autumn promises to be equally busy! Read on for what this month has in store…
Speaking of Fall…
Please join us for Mass Audubon’s “The Nature of Fall” program as Kim Snyder introduces us to the seasonal dynamics of the nature of Massachusetts in Fall, including the plants and animals that experience it. FRIDAY, SEPT. 12 from 4-5pm in the Cabana.
Find out more here.
Did you hear? A new Swap Shop is coming to Plymouth!
Please join us as we welcome Sustainable Plymouth’s (and Pinehills resident) Ken Stone on Wednesday, September 10th from 5-7pm in the Cabana to learn all about this exciting new initiative, as well as ways to get involved! Learn more here.
Is fall cleaning on your mind? Keep these resources in mind:
Our next textile drive is scheduled for October 11th and 12th. In addition, we will be collecting handbags and jewelry in good condition for a fundraiser to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association. Donations can also be dropped off at Laurelwood at any time. Learn more here.
Mass Recycle is a great site for all things recycling in Massachusetts.
South Shore Recycling Cooperative is planning Hazardous Waste Collection Days across the South Shore. Registration is required.
Here are some great, eco-friendly organizing tips to help reduce waste and clutter.
Looking for more ways to get involved? You’re in luck…
Sustainable Pinehills is looking for a point person to help direct volunteers and distribute equipment for the Pinehills section of our town-wide clean up day on Nov. 1st. A quick Zoom meeting on Oct. 9th at 4pm will get you up to speed! Please contact Kathy Gloster at kmgloster@comcast.net if you can help!
Sustainable Readers
Join Sustainable Plymouth on Friday, September 26th from 5:30 - 7:00pm at Indie Ferm for a discussion of What If We Get It Right? By Ayana Elizabeth Johnson.
New York Times bestseller What If We Get It Right? combines essays, poetry, and art to imagine what life after the climate crisis might look like. Johnson shows us what it will take from all members of our community to get it right.
Learn more and register here.
Listen, Watch, Learn
We hear a lot about the health and environmental concerns associated with micro-plastics, and it’s easy to become overwhelmed by how pervasive they are. But knowledge is power! Read on to learn about practical steps to reduce your exposure, as well as promising natural solutions to plastics in our environment.
Here are 7 food and beverages that have the most micro-plastics, and what to eat instead.
This invasive species is actually helpful in reducing plastics in the environment!
Watch this 15 minute video for the “ultimate” guide to reducing exposure to micro-plastics by health researcher Dr. Rhonda Patrick.
That’s it for this month! As always, please reach out with your comments, questions and suggestions for making our community healthier and happier.
Don’t forget to visit the Sustainable Pinehills website for more great news and information about sustainable living at The Pinehills!
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