Maynard Tree Committee

10/23/2026

10/14/2026

What an accomplishment! Congrats to the many volunteers who contributed to work at Coolidge Park this fall.

10/13/2026

Lexington Living Landscapes and Cary Memorial Library are sponsoring a free online talk two weeks from tonight, on October 27, by Dr. Geoffrey Donovan on the health benefits of urban trees. Dr. Donovan will share the findings from three studies that make a compelling case that urban trees should be considered part of our public health infrastructure. See attached program description and registration link. Please join, and feel free to share this with your networks.

Join us as Dr. Donovan discusses three studies linking urban trees with human health. First, he will show that women who have more trees around their home are less likely to have underweight or premature babies. Second, the spread of the emerald ash borer does more than cause environmental harm.....

09/26/2026

Many thanks to those who made it out to green Coolidge Park yesterday before the storm. Looking forward to seeing these beautiful trees establish and grow!

09/22/2026

CANCELLED on account of the storm. Fortunately, a dedicated handful of volunteers were able to get most of the trees in today. Thank you!

08/20/2026

Maynard Tree Committee is looking for a new member! Email or DM if interested, and please help spread the word!
Maynard Tree Corps

08/17/2026

Spotted Lanternfly Confirmed in Maynard

The Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR) has confirmed the presence of the invasive Spotted Lanternfly (SLF) in Maynard.

Spotted Lanternfly is an invasive insect that feeds on a wide variety of plants, including maples, grapevines, hops, tree-of-heaven, and many other trees and shrubs. While these insects do not bite or sting, large infestations can become a major nuisance, gathering in large numbers and leaving behind a sticky substance called honeydew on plants, outdoor furniture, vehicles, and other surfaces.

What should you do?
• Learn how to identify Spotted Lanternfly in its different life stages. • Check your yard, garden, and neighborhood for signs of the insect.
• Report any sightings to the state to help track its spread.
• Before traveling, inspect vehicles, trailers, outdoor equipment, and firewood to avoid accidentally moving the pest to new areas.

Report sightings here: https://massnrc.org/pests/slf

Learn more about Spotted Lanternfly: https://massnrc.org/pests/slf

Identification poster (English):https://massnrc.org/pests/linkeddocuments/SLFminiposter.pdf

While experts do not expect Spotted Lanternfly to be eradicated, early detection and public awareness can help slow its spread and reduce impacts on our community's trees, landscapes, and agriculture.

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post with friends, neighbors, gardeners, and local businesses.

08/14/2026