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SUMMARY:Tag Gas Leaks with Needham's New Mothers Out Front Chapter
DESCRIPTION:Are you concerned about gas leaks in Needham? The newly formed Needham chapter of Mothers Out Front is organizing a Tag Gas Leaks event in Needham on Saturday\, May 11 at 1:30 p.m. – 5 p.m.  Participants will meet at the Town Center. RSVP here. \n\nMothers Out Front points out that Needham has 61 sites\, in and around our homes and businesses\, where natural gas is leaking through the ground into our air. These leaks emit methane\, a powerful greenhouse gas\, 86 times worse for the environment than CO2 in its first 20 years in the atmosphere. Gas leaks can cause explosions\, pollute our air\, kill trees\, harm our health\, AND residents are paying for the lost gas. \nTeams of volunteers will get fact sheets\, maps and tags to place near gas leak sites. You’ll have fun and learn more about Mothers Out Front’s campaign to advocate for a livable future for our children. \n 
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/tag-gas-leaks-with-needhams-new-mothers-out-front-chapter/
LOCATION:Needham Town Common\, 1471 Highland Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activism
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190423T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190423T170000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Driving Down Emissions: Massachusetts and the Regional Transportation and Climate Initiative
DESCRIPTION:A new webinar on climate change issues\, “Driving Down Emissions: Massachusetts and the Regional Transportation and Climate Initiative\,” will be held Tuesday\, April 23\, 4-5 p.m.\, sponsored by the LWVMA Environmental Action and Advocacy Committee. \nJordan Stutt\, carbon programs director for regional and state initiatives\, Acadia Center\, and State Rep. Lori Ehrlich will present an overview of the Transportation and Climate Initiative and legislative efforts underway in Massachusetts to develop a plan to ensure sustainable and equitable solutions. In New England\, transportation comprises the largest source of emissions–39%. In December 2018\, nine New England states and the District of Columbia announced an agreement to work collaboratively on a regional plan to reduce emissions from transportation. \nRegistration for the webinar is required. After registering you will receive an email with a link to join. Register here.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/webinar-driving-down-emissions-massachusetts-and-the-regional-transportation-and-climate-initiative/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Activism
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190329T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190329T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T035816
CREATED:20190131T005034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190131T005034Z
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SUMMARY:2019 Massachusetts Sustainable Communities & Campuses Conference
DESCRIPTION:2019 Massachusetts Sustainable Communities & Campuses Conference \nSHAPING THE FUTURE OF SUSTAINABILITY\nMarch 29\, 2019  |  Cambridge\, MA\nEarly Bird Registration \n\nCheck out best practices\, trends\, and resources for communities and campuses. \nMeet government\, grassroots\, business\, and education experts and learners. \nGather at a historic meeting house built in 1833 with a long tradition of serving the community. Our conference is steps from the Harvard Square T station. \nWe’re making a more sustainable future. \n\n$45+fee Early Bird rate til 2/28\nStudent and group discounts
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/2019-massachusetts-sustainable-communities-campuses-conference/
LOCATION:First Parish Church Cambridge\, 3 Church St\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138
CATEGORIES:Activism
ORGANIZER;CN="Mass Sustainable Communities and Campuses":MAILTO:jenboudrie@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190124
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190125
DTSTAMP:20260416T035816
CREATED:20190116T155156Z
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SUMMARY:MCAN Lobby Day 2019
DESCRIPTION:On January 24\, hundreds of members of the Mass Power Forward coalition will descend on Beacon Hill to demand that our legislators do everything they can to promote a clean energy future. \nThe stakes have never been higher. With climate deniers running the show in Washington\, DC\, we NEED Massachusetts to step up and lead. Make a plan to join us on Thursday\, January 24. Massachusetts residents from every part of the state will meet with their Representatives and Senators to fight for clean energy and environmental justice. \nLocation: TBD\, near the Statehouse. \nRSVP here to join us. \nTentative Schedule for Lobby Day 2019: \n\n11:00AM – 12:00PM: Speakers on Mass Power Forward\, our vision for the coming session\, and our legislative priorities\n12:00PM -12:30PM: Prepare for meetings. MPF leaders available to answer questions.\n12:30PM – 3:00PM: Head over the State House for meetings with state senators and representatives!\n\nIf you’ve never lobbied before\, don’t be nervous! We’ll do a training beforehand\, and give you the important information to leave with your legislators. Mass Power Forward will also be hosting a webinar on Lobby Day on Tuesday\, January 22nd. More details will be coming soon. \nThanks for keeping our legislators accountable to clean energy in MA. We’re so excited for you to join us on January 24th!
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/mcan-lobby-day-2019/
LOCATION:Mass. State House\, Boston 
CATEGORIES:Activism
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181029T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181029T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T035816
CREATED:20181004T141706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181004T141706Z
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SUMMARY:Rally to Support Landmark Climate Change Lawsuit
DESCRIPTION:A rally in support of a groundbreaking climate change lawsuit will take place at 11:30 a.m. on Monday\, October 29 at the Moakley Federal Courthouse\, 1 Courthouse Way\, in Boston. \nIs there a constitutional right to a habitable planet?   The plaintiffs in Juliana vs United States — 21 young people from across the country — think so.   Read Green Needham’s blog post to get more info. \nPlease click here to rsvp.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/rally-to-support-landmark-climate-change-lawsuit/
LOCATION:moakley Federal Courthouse\, 1 Courthouse Way\, Boston\, MA\, 02210
CATEGORIES:Activism
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ORGANIZER;CN="First Parish in Needham":MAILTO:office@uuneedham.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180608T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180608T110000
DTSTAMP:20260416T035816
CREATED:20180605T010111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180611T145839Z
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SUMMARY:Rally for Climate Change Action
DESCRIPTION:Participate in the Climate Action Network’s “Walk the Talk on Climate!” rally Friday\, June 8\, 9:30-11:00 a.m. at Copley Square in Boston as the U.S. Conference of Mayors annual meeting kicks off. Click here for more information and to register. \n\nLog Out\n\n 
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/rally-for-climate-change-action/
LOCATION:Copley Square Boston
CATEGORIES:Activism
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180303T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180303T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T035816
CREATED:20180127T002148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180127T171403Z
UID:7789-1520069400-1520092800@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Toxics Action Center\, Massachusetts Climate Action Network (MCAN)
DESCRIPTION:Our annual conference is on Saturday\, March 3rd. Visit the conference website to register today and get the early bird discount. \nWe are looking forward to bringing hundreds of people together to learn\, connect and be inspired on this day of environmental action. We’re excited to amongst others offer you workshops on how to spot your biggest energy saving opportunities\, on climate change & food or on net zero communities. We’ll also have sessions for activists who want to learn skills like how to communicate on climate change more effectively or how to have MA lead and seed the soil for upcoming elections in a time where the federal government’s environmental agenda falls short. \nThe early bird deadline is February 10th. Register now to reserve your spot! \nWe hold this conference every year to discuss new ideas\, build skills\, and strengthen our movement. Join community leaders\, environmental justice and climate advocates and activists from across the region and be inspired for the work ahead. \nEmail us for more information.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/toxics-action-center-massachusetts-climate-action-network-mcan/
LOCATION:Northeastern University – Curry Center (building 50).\, Boston\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activism,Health,Home
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180203T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180203T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T035816
CREATED:20180127T001531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180127T173546Z
UID:7786-1517650200-1517673600@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Mass Green Network's Third Annual Summit
DESCRIPTION:Mass Green Network’s Third Annual Summit\nEmerson College\, Boston\n3 February 2018\n9:30am to 4:00pm \nAdmission is free (donations appreciated!) but space is very limited and we’re filling up fast. So if you plan to come please register soon!
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/mass-green-network/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Activism
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180131T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180131T213000
DTSTAMP:20260416T035816
CREATED:20180118T134848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180118T135016Z
UID:7743-1517427000-1517434200@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:350.org "Fossil Free Fast" Watch Party at First Parish in Needham
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Wednesday\, January 31 for a live-streamed viewing of 350.org’s “Fossil Free Fast” event. The “Watch Party” will take place at First Parish in Needham\, 23 Dedham Ave. Doors will open at 7:30 p.m. and the video will start at 8 p.m. \nThe live-streamed event will be viewed by people across the country and will feature Sen. Bernie Sanders\, 350.org co-founder Bill McKibben\, and other community organizers and climate movement leaders who will lay out a plan to address the climate crisis. \nMeet others in your community who want to organize to build local power and take climate action to end the use of fossil fuels and transition our world to 100% renewable energy. Find out what you can do in your city or town to begin to build the Fossil Free future we need — and connect with other activists equally passionate about this work. \nThe Watch Party is sponsored locally by the First Parish Green Congregation Committee\, the Green Needham Collaborative and the Needham League of Women Voters. \nCan you join us? Please RVSP to this free event so we can send you updates and last minute details. \nClick here for details and to RSVP.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/350-org-fossil-free-fast-watch-party/
LOCATION:First Parish in Needham\, Unitarian Universalist\, 23 Dedham Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activism
ORGANIZER;CN="Green Needham Collaborative":MAILTO:info@greenneedham.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170919T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170919T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T035816
CREATED:20170901T013040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170914T185456Z
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SUMMARY:Renewable Portfolio Standard Hearing
DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday September 19th\, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. the Joint Committee on Telecommunications\, Utilities and Energy (TUE) will hold a hearing at the Massachusetts State House on bills related to the Renewable Portfolio Standard. \nOn that day residents from all over Massachusetts will converge on Beacon Hill to fight to increase the Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS). A new report  finds that increasing the Massachusetts RPS by 3 percent per year will allow the state to fully realize the benefits of new clean energy demand and lower wholesale electricity prices. This policy would enhance the economic vitality\, competitiveness\, and growth of our state. \nMass Power Forward\, a state-wide coalition of environmental and community groups\, businesses\, faith groups\, and energy advocates\, is supporting the 3% yearly increase. \nGreen Needham has joined 21 other organizations in supporting an increase. \nMore information about the hearing\n \n\n\nRead more about the Mass Renewable Portfolio Standard\, and why increasing it is important.\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/renewable-portfolio-standard-hearing/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Activism,Renewable Energy,State
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170429T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170429T153000
DTSTAMP:20260416T035816
CREATED:20170412T015416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170419T133638Z
UID:6760-1493467200-1493479800@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:April 29 People’s Climate Marches and Rallies: Boston & Washington DC
DESCRIPTION:350Mass is organizing buses for the April 29 People’s Climate March in Washington DC\, where people from all over the country will rally for climate\, jobs\, and justice. \nPlans are now in place for a Boston People’s Climate Mobilization event in support of the April 29 People’s Climate March in Washington D.C.  In Boston\, on Saturday\, April 29\, activities will start with a rally at  this site noon on Boston Common calling for Jobs\, Justice and Real Climate Solutions. Following the rally\, from 1 p.m. – 3:30 pm.\, participants can browse Action Tables set up on Boston Common and attend Teach-ins on the connections between the climate fight and other struggles for justice at indoor spaces around the Common. (Learn more here.) The sign-up link gives a full listing of teach-ins.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/peoples-climate-marches-boston-washington-dc-2/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Activism
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170422
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170423
DTSTAMP:20260416T035816
CREATED:20170328T013023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170419T133619Z
UID:6737-1492819200-1492905599@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:April 22 March For Science: Boston & Washington DC
DESCRIPTION:On Earth Day\, April 22\, the Boston Rally for Science will serve as a sister march for the March for Science in Washington\, DC.  In Boston\, a stage will be set up on Boston Common with kid-focused activities from 1:00-2:00 p.m. and the main speakers and rally will take place from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Register here for the Boston march.  \nAccording to the organizers: “This Rally for Science celebrates the discovery\, understanding\, and sharing of scientific knowledge as crucial to the success\, health\, and safety of the human race. We join together to champion not only science itself\, but also publicly funded and publicly communicated scientific knowledge as a pillar of human freedom and prosperity. We unite as a diverse and nonpartisan group to celebrate Boston as a space for scientists and scientific research and to promote science education\, literacy\, funding\, and communication.” \n 
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/peoples-climate-marches-boston-washington-dc/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Activism
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170402T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170402T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T035816
CREATED:20170224T014717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170224T014717Z
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SUMMARY:Protecting Needham's Natural Treasures
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, April 2\, 2017 from 2-4 PM in the Community Room of the\nNeedham Library\, the League of Women Voters of Needham is sponsoring a\nforum on “Protecting Needham’s Natural Treasures.” Town of Needham\nofficials will speak about the loss of trees\, the role of bees\,\nprotecting wetlands and open space\, and conserving water.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/protecting-needhams-natural-treasures/
LOCATION:Needham Public Library\, 1139 Highland Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02494\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activism,Calendar
ORGANIZER;CN=" League of Women Voters & Citizens Climate Lobby":MAILTO:lwvWellesley@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170326T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170326T153000
DTSTAMP:20260416T035816
CREATED:20170323T165406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170323T165406Z
UID:6707-1490536800-1490542200@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Environmental Voter Project Phone Bank Training
DESCRIPTION:Environmental Voter Project Phone Bank Training \nSunday\, March 26 @ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm at the First Parish Unitarian Universalist\, 23 Dedham Ave. \nSurprisingly\, a lot of Environmentalists are not consistent voters. Come and learn how you can help mobilize environmentalists in Georgia to get out and vote. Peter Polga-Hecimovich of the Environmental Voter Project (EVP) will be providing the training. \nSign Up Here  to help mobilize environmentalists in Georgia  \nThis training is sponsored by Joined in Action and the League of Women Voters
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/environmental-voter-project-phone-bank-training/
LOCATION:First Parish Church in Needham\, 23 Dedham Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activism
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170325T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170325T213000
DTSTAMP:20260416T035816
CREATED:20170324T022616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170324T022616Z
UID:6721-1490473800-1490477400@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Earth Hour - Saturday March 25th at 8:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Earth Hour is WWF’s global environmental movement. Born in Sydney in 2007\, Earth Hour has grown to become the world’s largest grassroots movement for the environment\, inspiring individuals\, communities\, businesses and organizations in more than 170 countries and territories to take tangible climate action for over a decade. The movement recognizes the role of individuals in changing climate change and harnesses the collective power of its millions of supporters to shine a light on climate action. \n \nOn Saturday March 25th at 8:30pm\, millions of people across the world are switching off lights for one hour to celebrate their commitment to the planet. \nEarth Hour is a simple idea that turned into a global phenomenon\, with hundreds of millions of people coming together to display a commitment to protect the one thing that unites us all – our planet. \nEarth Hour starts with a simple flick of the lights at 8:30 pm on March 25\, 2017 in a collective display of commitment to create a better future for the planet. But Earth Hour is more than just this hour. Uniting behind a common purpose demonstrates that we can make a meaningful difference. Earth Hour is our chance to make our commitment to protecting our planet not just for one hour a year\, but every day.   It is not  too late to be a part of something big.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/earth-hour-saturday-march-25th-at-830pm/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Activism
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170321T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170321T203000
DTSTAMP:20260416T035816
CREATED:20170226T180101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170226T180433Z
UID:6565-1490122800-1490128200@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Public Forum on Gas Leaks in Wellesley
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, March 21\, from 7:00 to 8:30 pm\, at the Wellesley Free Library\, Wakelin Room –  Free and open to the public.\nWellesley has more than 200 gas leaks from the pipelines under our streets. Leaking gas poses a risk to our safety\, our health\, and our environment. As ratepayers\, we are all paying for this wasted gas! \nFour featured speakers –  Town officials will also be available to answer questions. \nCo-sponsored by Wellesley Board of Selectmen\, State Representative Alice Peisch\, State Senator Cynthia Creem\, State Senator Richard Ross\, Natural Resources Commission\, Sustainable Energy Committee\, Health Department\, and Sustainable Wellesley. \nPlease register to let us know you are coming: http://tinyurl.com/WellesleyGasLeaks \nOn a related note: \n\nWellesley Green Schools & Sustainable Wellesley Gas Leaks Tagging: WGS and SW are organizing volunteers to tag the gas leaks throughout town on Saturday\, March 11\nKick-off rally\, Saturday\, March 11\, 9:30 to 10 am\, Wellesley Town Hall: Everyone is welcome — goal is to rally the taggers and pass out materials. We will have one or two people say a few words about gas leaks\, why we are tagging\, and invite everyone to come to the forum on March 21. Coordinators will distribute the tagging materials to volunteer teams who are doing the tagging.\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/public-forum-on-gas-leaks-in-wellesley/
LOCATION:Wellesley Free Library\, 530 Washington St\, Wellesley\, MA\, 02482
CATEGORIES:Activism,State
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170305T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170305T180000
DTSTAMP:20260416T035816
CREATED:20170226T225223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170301T231610Z
UID:6595-1488704400-1488736800@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Local Environmental Action Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join community leaders\, environmental advocates and experts from across New England to learn\, connect\, get inspired\, and take real action for change at the 30th annual Local Environmental Action conference.  Green Needham is a co-sponsor. \nClick here to register\, visit the conference website at to learn more\, or call 617-747-4362 with any questions.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/local-environmental-action-conference/
LOCATION:Northeastern University – Curry Center (building 50).\, Boston\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activism
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170227T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170227T190000
DTSTAMP:20260416T035816
CREATED:20170208T015849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170208T015849Z
UID:6430-1488222000-1488222000@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:The Free Market: Climate Change Friend or Foe
DESCRIPTION:A discussion with Gary Rucinski\, MA State Coordinator for Citizens’ Climate Lobby. \nAmericans have a love-hate relationship with the free market. We love it for providing\ndesirable goods at low cost\, but blame it for greenhouse gas pollution that drives climate\nchange. Drawing on examples of free market successes and failures\, Gary Rucinski\nexplores what free markets can do to address climate change\, and what government can\ndo to incentivize investors & entrepreneurs to provide the lowest cost clean energy.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/the-free-market-climate-change-friend-or-foe/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Activism,Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170226T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170226T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T035816
CREATED:20170129T234601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170129T234601Z
UID:6392-1488121200-1488128400@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Mass Sierra Club's Activist Training: Clean Energy 101 & Learn to Lobby
DESCRIPTION:From Massachusetts Sierra  Club:  We are hosting the first of our Activist Training Series next month. This is your chance to get the tools and camaraderie you need to make climate progress in your community and Commonwealth.  Use this link to RSVP and choose the date & time that works for you.  Our strength comes from the grassroots organizing of our dedicated volunteers\, those who really want to influence change.  If that sounds like you\, come learn what you can do! Refreshments will be served. \nRepeated on March 5.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/mass-sierra-clubs-activist-training-clean-energy-101-learn-to-lobby/
LOCATION:Atlantic Wharf (Fort Point Room)\, 290 Congress Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activism
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161203T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161203T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T035816
CREATED:20161126T020421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161126T045013Z
UID:6298-1480755600-1480784400@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:The Next Four Years: Building our Movements in Dangerous Times
DESCRIPTION:Massachusetts Peace Action has organized a post-election conference\, bringing together people concerned with racial\, economic\, and climate justice. The conference aims to help forge a common vision\, increase the integration of the various justice movements\, and build an action plan that will inspire and motivate more and more people to get involved. The conference will take place on Saturday\, December 3\, 2016\, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Simmons College\, 300 the Fenway\, Boston. The Simmons Paresky Conference Center is now completely reserved\, and they area taking reservations for seats in the overflow room. \nThe panels will include speakers from 350 Massachusetts\, the Union Baptist Church in Cambridge\, Neighbor to Neighbor\, the American Friends Service Committee\, and the Movement for Black Lives. For more information and to register\, visit the event webpage. \n \n 
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/the-next-four-years-building-our-movements-in-dangerous-times/
LOCATION:Simmons College\, 300 The Fenway\, Boston\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activism
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161006T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161006T203000
DTSTAMP:20260416T035816
CREATED:20160901T013907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160902T015850Z
UID:6011-1475778600-1475785800@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:League of Women Voters of Needham Opening Meeting:  2016 The Environmental Voter Project
DESCRIPTION:  \nOpening Meeting is a League event for members\, guests and the public. This topic merges two issues at the heart of our League’s work: voting and the environment. \nThe presentation will focus on: \n\nThe latest research on environmental voters\nBig data in modern political campaigns \nHow to increase voter demand for progressive environmental policy\n\nFind out about Needham’s environmental voters! \nSchedule: \n\n6:30 PM:  Refreshments\n7:15 PM: Welcome and Announcements\n7:30 PM:  Guest Speaker Nathaniel Stinnett\, Founder and CEO of the Environmental Voter Project (EVP)\, Followed by Question and Answer Period\n\nRead event flyer \n  \n 
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/league-of-women-voters-of-needham-opening-meeting-2016-the-environmental-voter-project/
LOCATION:Needham Library Community Room\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activism
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160613T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160613T203000
DTSTAMP:20260416T035816
CREATED:20160303T031102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160303T031339Z
UID:5546-1465844400-1465849800@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Green Newton’s environmental speaker programs at the Newton Free Library: Chemicals without Harm: Policies for a Sustainable World
DESCRIPTION: Mon.\, June 13  Chemicals without Harm: Policies for a Sustainable World (Ken Geiser\, UMASS Lowell)\n\n\nInformation is subject to change. Detailed information will be posted as becomes available. 7 pm in the Druker Auditorium.  Please contact info@greennewton.org for more information or check their website. \n 
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/green-newtons-environmental-speaker-programs-at-the-newton-free-library-chemicals-without-harm-policies-for-a-sustainable-world/
LOCATION:Newton Free Library\, Druker Auditorium\, 330 Homer St.\, Newton\, 02459
CATEGORIES:Activism,Health,Home
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160503T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160503T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T035816
CREATED:20160411T190123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160411T190123Z
UID:5661-1462303800-1462309200@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Taking Action Against Climate Change: A Carbon Fee for Massachusetts
DESCRIPTION:Massachusetts\, already a national leader in energy efficiency\, is poised to take a big step in accelerating the transition to clean energy as proposed legislation for carbon pricing gains support. \nA forum on the proposed carbon fee will be held at the Westwood Public Library\, 660 High Street\, Westwood at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday\, May 3.\n \nThe presenters will discuss the need for a carbon pricing program\, how it works\, who will be impacted\, and what it will mean for Massachusetts. Speakers are Marc Breslow\, Acting Director of Climate Xchange\, and Cathy Buckley\, Chair of the Massachusetts Sierra Club. \n  \nThe event is co-sponsored by the LWV-Westwood-Walpole-Dedham\, LWV-Needham\, LWV-Hingham\, and LWV-Sharon-Stoughton.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/taking-action-against-climate-change-a-carbon-fee-for-massachusetts/
LOCATION:Westwood Public Library\, 660 High Street\, Westwood \, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activism
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160410T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160410T173000
DTSTAMP:20260416T035816
CREATED:20160226T013247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160319T001640Z
UID:5538-1460304000-1460309400@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:75-minute documentary about food waste\, "Just Eat It"
DESCRIPTION:A free showing of “Just Eat It\,” the award-winning film about food waste\, will take place at 4 p.m. on Sunday\, April 10 at First Parish in Needham\, Unitarian Universalist\, 23 Dedham Ave. The 75-minute documentary was inspired by the book America’s Wasteland\, by Wellesley High graduate Jonathan Bloom. The movie has been called “equal parts education and delicious entertainment” and reflects the increasing concern that as much as 40% of the food grown in the U.S. is never eaten\, even though millions of people in our country are food insecure. After the film\, find out about local efforts to reduce waste and join us for light refreshments and discussion in Parish Hall. The event is cosponsored by Green Needham Collaborative and First Parish’s Green Congregation Committee. \nFrom the film producers: “We all love food. As a society\, we devour countless cooking shows\, culinary magazines and foodie blogs. So how could we possibly be throwing nearly 50% of it in the trash? \nFilmmakers and food lovers Jen and Grant dive into the issue of food waste from farm\, through retail\, all the way to the back of their own fridge. After catching a glimpse of the billions of dollars of good food that is tossed each year in North America\, they pledge to quit grocery shopping cold turkey and survive only on foods that has been discarded. \nIn a nation where one in ten people is food insecure\, the images they capture of squandered groceries are both shocking and strangely compelling. But as Grant’s addictive personality turns full tilt towards food rescue\, the ‘thrill of the find’ has unexpected consequences.”
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/75-minute-documentary-about-food-waste-just-eat-it/
LOCATION:First Parish Church in Needham\, 23 Dedham Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activism,Food
ORGANIZER;CN="Green Needham Collaborative":MAILTO:info@greenneedham.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160328T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160328T203000
DTSTAMP:20260416T035816
CREATED:20160303T030505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160303T031427Z
UID:5545-1459191600-1459197000@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Green Newton’s environmental speaker program:  Gas Leaks & Transmission Lines
DESCRIPTION:Green Newton’s environmental speaker programs at the Newton Free Library:\n\n\n\nMon.\, Mar. 28  Gas Leaks & Transmission Lines (Nathan Phillips\, Deb Crossley)\n\nInformation is subject to change. Detailed information will be posted as becomes available. 7 pm in the Druker Auditorium.  Please contact info@greennewton.org or check their website. \n\n\n 
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/green-newtons-environmental-speaker-program-gas-leaks-transmission-lines/
LOCATION:Newton Free Library\, Druker Auditorium\, 330 Homer St.\, Newton\, 02459
CATEGORIES:Activism,Green Communities,Health,Home,State
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160224T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160224T203000
DTSTAMP:20260416T035816
CREATED:20160208T200200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160208T200200Z
UID:5490-1456340400-1456345800@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Public Lecture by Naomi Klein
DESCRIPTION:Capitalism vs. the Climate. On Wednesday\, February 24\, at 7:00 P.M.\, in Babson College’s Carling-Sorenson ​Theater\, New York Times bestselling author of This Changes Everything\, Naomi Klein delivers a powerful lecture on the critical importance of addressing the free market economy in efforts to preserve the future of our planet. As a leading critic of corporate globalization\, Klein will ask us to reflect on the connections between the market and the planet—and what roles we can play in creating a just\, sustainable future for all. Presented in partnership with the Arts & Humanities\, History & Society\, Management\, and Math & Science Divisions; The Center for Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership; the Office for Diversity and Inclusion; and the Sustainability Office.\n\nNaomi will sign copies of her book immediately after the talk. \nThis event is free and open to the public. It is recommended to arrive early to select your seat. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/public-lecture-by-naomi-klein/
LOCATION:Babson College Carling-Sorenson ​Theater\,  231 Forest Street\, Wellesley\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activism,Business,Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151214T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151214T203000
DTSTAMP:20260416T035816
CREATED:20151129T151808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151130T231806Z
UID:5422-1450119600-1450125000@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:MAICCA Campaign Update and Energy Briefing
DESCRIPTION:Following our own last powerful action at the State House on November 10\, the MA Interfaith Coalition for Climate Action (MAICCA) is ready for the next step in our campaign for a clean and just energy future.\n\nOn Monday\, December 14\, 7 pm to 8:30 pm\, please join us for the MAICCA Campaign Update and Energy Briefing (location TBA). Come for an update on how we are continuing to build our interfaith movement for climate action and get the latest on our five Coalition priorities\, including recent legislative debates on solar. We’ll also share a briefing on the energy report just issued by Attorney General Maura Healey’s office\, and learn how this ground-breaking study may affect our campaign. (Click here for an infographic and more on the study.)\n 
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/maicca-campaign-update-and-energy-briefing/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Activism
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151212T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151212T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T035816
CREATED:20151129T151357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151130T235244Z
UID:5419-1449925200-1449932400@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Jobs\, Justice\, Climate: Rally to Defend New England's Future!
DESCRIPTION:We are calling on people to attend the Jobs\, Justice & Climate: Rally to Defend New England’s Future on Saturday\, December 12 from 1-3 pm at the Parkman Bandstand\, Boston Common.\nThis week\, United Nations delegates are meeting in Paris for yet another round of climate talks. No matter what happens in Paris\, we know what we need: real climate solutions that create secure jobs and strengthen community power and resiliency.\nLet’s show our unwavering support for jobs\, justice and climate action together on December 12. Click here to RSVP!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, December 12\, 1 to 3 pm\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/jobs-justice-climate-rally-to-defend-new-englands-future/
LOCATION:Parkman Bandstand\, Boston Common\, Boston\, MA
CATEGORIES:Activism
ORGANIZER;CN="350 Mass":MAILTO:james@betterfutureproject.org 
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151209T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151209T203000
DTSTAMP:20260416T035816
CREATED:20151129T152525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151129T152525Z
UID:5425-1449687600-1449693000@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Sustainable Wellesley Program: Global Warming-What can You Do?
DESCRIPTION:Quentin Prideaux is a Partner in the management consulting firm Alder Associates and lives in Wellesley with his wife\, Delissa\, and two children; Alex (16) and Samantha (11).  He began learning about climate change in the 1990’s\, is the President of Sustainable Wellesley and a Board member of the Wellesley Cancer Prevention Project. The talks that Quentin gives cover the impacts and causes of climate change\, the actions we need to take\, and what it all means for Massachusetts and the Northeast. He will discuss why some have been confused about the science and\, although the subject is serious\, Quentin keeps it positive and lighthearted where possible.  Ideally a talk will lead into a question and answer session and/or a workshop where participants can discuss specific actions they will take – according to the wishes of the organizers. Quentin has a degree in Physics from Bristol University\, but as that was years ago he can promise to keep his talks non-technical. \nClick here for more information.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/sustainable-wellesley-program-global-warming-what-can-you-do/
LOCATION:Pinefield Garden Club\, St. Andrew's Church\, 3 Maple St\, Framingham\, MA
CATEGORIES:Activism,Energy Efficiency,Food,Home,Renewable Energy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151110T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151110T110000
DTSTAMP:20260416T035816
CREATED:20151103T011914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151103T011914Z
UID:5340-1447149600-1447153200@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:ACTION DAY at the State House Tuesday\, Nov. 10
DESCRIPTION:Link to Green Needham blog post
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/action-day-at-the-state-house-tuesday-nov-10/
LOCATION:Mass. State House\, Boston 
CATEGORIES:Activism
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