Sustainable Topsfield

10/10/2026

No Trash Delay the week of Oct 12.

For more information on Trash and Recycling, visit: https://www.topsfield-ma.gov/1470/Trash-and-Recycling

10/03/2026

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10/03/2026

It’s officially costume season!

On this first day of fall we wanted to remind next month is the FREE costume shop! Donations being accepted now 🎃

09/28/2026

This awesome family event at Topsfield Beach Association Hood Pond has been postponed to 10/3 due to the weather. Ipswich River Watershed Association is looking for more volunteers too!

09/23/2026

FYI

SPOTTED LANTERNFLY CONFIRMED IN TOPSFIELD
The Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR) has recently confirmed an infestation of spotted lanternfly (SLF) in Topsfield.

Spotted lanternfly is an invasive insect that feeds on many types of plants, including tree-of-heaven, grapevines, maple trees, and hops. Large infestations can impact agricultural crops and become a significant nuisance in outdoor spaces.

Spotted lanternflies do not bite or sting. However, they can gather in large numbers and produce a sticky, sugary substance called honeydew that coats surfaces and can encourage the growth of sooty mold.

Think you spotted one?
Note the location
Take photos, if possible
Report your sighting:
https://massnrc.org/pests/pestFAQsheets/spottedlanternfly.html?fbclid=IwY2xjawUg1MxwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMVU2R1Y2bEs3eUJIZzFUbGdzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEe9I2_TrSS8pmb1GqBgt9JH0ttCJu5KU3sNkBca6-kIioIfSi7HIDfVpUoT9E_aem_aSoUIIRjZDODdJgHThV1Kw

09/22/2026

This Thursday at Topsfield Town Library!

Adventures in Seed Saving! with Judith Taylor

Saving seeds is fun and inexpensive, but beware, it can also be addictive! In this class, attendees will learn about the importance of saving seeds, seed saving “how to’s,” and tips and tricks for saving and storing seeds successfully. Many types of seeds will be included in the presentation, and some will be available for participants to save and take home for in person classes.

Also check out our Seed Library Catalogue, online! with lots of options to pick up and share seeds within the community

Register to attend here: https://topsfieldlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/adventures-in-seed-saving-with-judith-taylor/

09/22/2026

Save the date to collect for Troop 81 Topsfield!

Our next Topsfield Bottle & Can Drive is Saturday, October 24th! Your support of the troop is greatly appreciated!
Please reach out with any questions.

09/17/2026

A great opportunity to donate old Halloween costumes and pick up new ones!

Spooky season is just around the corner, which means we're back at it with the Rowley Public Library for costume collecting! Drop off donations at the library during open hours or at either 500 or 41 Wethersfield Street.
Costumes must be clean and without rips/stains. Please group all costumes with their accessories, if they have them!

09/16/2026

Manage your leaf litter!
Protect our stormwater systems with these tips for fall yard maintenance! 🍂

🍁 Avoid blowing or raking leaves onto impervious surfaces, such as roads, sidewalks, or driveways.

🍁 Mow fallen leaves into your lawn, or compost them with other yard clippings to improve soil health and decrease your need for fertilizer.

🍁 Participate in municipal fall yard waste collection programs.

Small actions at home can make a big difference for our rivers, streams, and coastal waters.

09/15/2026