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Talk on Green Roofs and Rainwater Management Sustainable Winchester presents Winchester resident Mark Winterer in a talk on green roofs. The talk will be held in the Winchester Public Library’s Large Meeting Room, starting at 7:00 p.m. on January 23 and will include time for questions—bring your queries and join the lively discussion.
Because of Winchester’s history of flooding, Mark will present green roofs within the context of rainwater management. Such systems help counteract the problem of rainwater runoff where surroundings are largely covered with impermeable surfaces such as concrete and asphalt. Mark will explore different stormwater management practices while narrowing his focus to green roofs. Green roofs offer an effective solution while addressing other impacts of development including food-supply issues. Mark Winterer is the Director of Operations for Recover Green Roofs, a company dedicated to minimizing the impact of development by building green roofs throughout New England.
Other talks in the winter talk series include “Sneaking Food: Have Your Garden and Eat It Too” by Demetra Tseckares, of Gardens by Demetra, on February 15 and “Food Security Issues” with Jennifer Obadia, PhD, Tufts University, on March 27.
You can buy Winchester Farmers Market gift certificates
for your friends and family (or for yourself!) or consider
making a donation to support the farmers market, which
is largely a volunteeer effort supported by grants and donations.
The market is sponsored and organized by Sustainable Winchester. Throughout the farmers market season, attendees will have the opportunity to buy nutritious, flavorful produce and homemade products, gather with friends and neighbors, watch local entertainers, and learn about the benefits of supporting local sustainable agriculture and the local economy. Attending the farmers market is not only an enjoyable community activity but also a practice that contributes to a sustainable future.
The market will take place rain or shine throughout the season. Please try to ride your bike or walk to the market if you can, or park your car in the Aberjona or Shore Road lot to leave parking spaces surrounding the common open for short-term parking near downtown businesses. The Aberjona lot, which runs along the commuter rail track across from the post office, is free on weekends, including the permit spaces in the end of the lot.
Remember to bring your own shopping bags to the market if you can.
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