

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Community Trees of Quincy Panel with Quincy Tree Alliance
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 12 Mar, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Thu, 12 Mar, 2026 at 08:30 pm
- **Event Description**: Community Meeting Room, Main Library, 40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169

Ever wonder how the City of Quincy decides which trees get planted along our streets and in our parks? Want to know what challenges our local trees face—and what we can do to help them thrive? Or maybe you’re a tree-lover looking for the best species to plant in your own yard?

Join the Quincy Tree Alliance and the Thomas Crane Public Library for a free community talk on “Community Trees of Quincy."

This engaging panel will feature three local experts:
- Michael Casinelli, Project Manager, Quincy Department of Natural Resources
- Ben Pond, City of Quincy Arborist
- Hannah Carlson, Landscape Architect and Quincy Tree Alliance Board Member

They’ll share how Quincy’s trees are chosen and cared for, what issues they face, and how residents can make tree-related choices at home. Bring your questions—this is a conversation!

Free and open to all!


About the Panelists:

Michael E. Casinelli is a lifelong resident of Quincy, Massachusetts. He was hired as a Project Manager for the Quincy Department of Natural Resources in 2019. Michael holds active certifications as an ISA Certified Arborist, Massachusetts Certified Horticulturist, and Certified Natural Resources Professional, and earned a Biology degree from the University of New Hampshire. He brings a rare combination of scientific expertise, operational leadership, and public-sector experience to the planning, development, and stewardship of Quincy’s parks and natural systems.

Throughout his career, Michael has contributed to citywide park and playground improvements and urban tree management initiatives. He has supported community-focused projects that enhance neighborhood parks, strengthen environmental stewardship, and expand access to safe, well-maintained outdoor spaces across Quincy. With experience spanning environmental, medical, and municipal sectors, Michael is recognized for translating technical knowledge into measurable community impact—advocating for sustainable land use, responsible forestry practices, and data-driven decision-making to help build healthier, safer, and more resilient communities.

Ben Pond is a University of New Hampshire graduate in Arboriculture and Forestry with professional experience as a Plant Health Specialist. He's spent almost 11 years working for the City of Quincy, supporting the health and longevity of its urban forest.

Hannah Carlson has spent the last 16 years selectively maintaining and cultivating native plants in her wild Quincy yard. She holds a Master of Landscape Architecture from Cornell, is a registered landscape architect, and has been working for a similar timeframe at an environmental engineering consulting firm working on park design, green stormwater infrastructure, and trail and conservation management plans.


Quincy Tree Alliance is a volunteer group that collaborates with local public officials, national and state agencies, and other community organizations to sustain and expand the urban forest in Quincy, Massachusetts. Learn more about QTA at www.quincytreealliance.com

This program is made possible by the generous sponsorship of the Friends of the Thomas Crane Public Library. To find out more about their work and how you can get involved, visit the Friends of the Library webpage.
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## Ticket Details

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## Event venue details

- **city**: Quincy
- **state**: MA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 40 Washington St, Quincy, MA, United States, Massachusetts 02169
- **lat**: 42.25142
- **long**: -71.00069
- **full address**: 40 Washington St, Quincy, MA, United States, Massachusetts 02169

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: Thomas Crane Public Library (https://allevents.in/org/thomas-crane-public-library/25588493)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Thu, 12 Mar, 2026 at 07:00 pm
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** 40 Washington St, Quincy, MA, United States, Massachusetts 02169
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Thomas Crane Public Library
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** health-wellness, Meetups, trips-adventures
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Community Trees of Quincy Panel with Quincy Tree Alliance ?
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