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 Friday, January 16, 2026
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 English Ivy Removal Events
Join the Friends of Shortridge Park and other community organizations for an English Ivy removal event this winter! The first two of these events both take place this weekend, with a removal demonstration on Sunday, January 18, and a removal workday on Monday, January 19. Don't miss out!
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No Refuse or Recycling Pickup on January 19
Lower Merion Township will be closed on Monday, January 19 for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Be sure to check your revised refuse and recycling schedule if impacted by the closure.
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Insect Identification Workshop
Saturday, January 17, 8:30am - 2:00pm
Haverford Township Community, Recreation, and Environmental Center
The DCVA Stream Watch is a yearly study of water quality in the Darby Creek watershed. Volunteers are welcome to join, learn, and practice laboratory techniques to assess water quality and biodiversity.
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Changing the way we think & act on the Climate Crisis
Monday, January 19, 10:30am - 11:15am
Beth Am Israel, Penn Valley
This interactive session will challenge assumptions about climate change, and present effective actions to reverse or lessen the climate crisis.
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Habitat Restoration Project
Monday, January 19, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Riverbend Environmental Education Center
Join the Riverbend Environmental Education Center for a day of service. This year’s project focuses on improving wildlife habitat and restoring the health of our natural areas.
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Countering Climate Mis- and Dis-information in Conversation and the Media
Monday, January 19, 12:00pm - 12:45pm
Beth Am Israel, Penn Valley
This MLK Day session will focus on how to respond to inaccurate climate statements when hearing misinformation and disinformation. Learn ideas from communications experts and practice appropriate responses to misinformation.
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Our Planet, Our Health Convention
Register by January 19
Arlington, VA and Online
Join the Medical Society Consortium on Climate and Health for a conference on climate and health. Held in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, the convention provides a unique opportunity to shape a tiered local to national agenda and build community around climate work.
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Volunteer Matchmaking Mixer
Wednesday, January 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Temple University Science and Education Research Center
Join Green Philly’s 3rd annual Volunteer Matchmaking Mixer — a fun, low-pressure way to connect with local organizations making a real impact. Come for a night of meaningful connections, inspiration, and ways to take action close to home.
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Land Use Webinar Series
Wednesday, January 21, 12:00pm | Penn State Extension
This five-month series benefits land owners, farmers, elected and appointed officials, developers, and community members who are involved in decision-making processes regarding using or preserving natural resources.
Register here
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Understanding the Rapid Spread of Beech Leaf Disease
Wednesday, January 21, 7:00pm | Radnor Township Environmental Advisory Council
Join the Radnor Township Environmental Advisory Council and Shreiner Tree Care for a webinar on the threat posed to the environment by Beech Leaf Disease.
Register here
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Exploring Firefly Ecology
Monday, January 26, 8:00am | Penn State Extension
In this webinar, attendees will learn about firefly biology, the major threats contributing to their decline, and how to help conserve these remarkable insects by planting native trees and shrubs, conserving native ecosystems, and removing non-native plants.
Register here
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Learn What to Recycle in Lower Merion Township
Now that it is 2026, be sure to familiarize yourself with the updated Township recycling schedule and guidelines.
Learn More
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Plastic Bag Ordinance Audit
Help Lower Merion Sustainability assess if local establishments are in compliance with the Single Use Plastic Carry-Out Bag Ordinance! Take the survey below to share your findings after visiting Township businesses.
Share your findings here.
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