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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:20170402T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170402T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115603
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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;VALUE=DATE:20170422
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170423
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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:20170426T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170426T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115603
CREATED:20170322T015229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170329T010022Z
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SUMMARY:"Needham Saves" Home Energy Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join Green Needham Collaborative and HomeWorks Energy for an evening of home energy efficiency discussion! \nWhat is Needham Saves?: The Green Needham Collaborative\, and our new partner\, HomeWorks Energy*\, have teamed up for the Needham Saves campaign. Our mission? To ensure as many people as possible take advantage of the no-cost home energy assessment they have already paid for through their monthly utility bills so they can save energy\, save money\, and help the environment.  \nWhat you will learn: You will learn the benefits of a no-cost home energy assessment including: instant savings measures such as no-cost LED light bulbs\, programmable thermostats\, and smart power strips. You’ll also learn about the savings associated with the program. Here is the agenda:  \n1.       Intro to HomeWorks Energy & Mass Save \n2.       What does a no-cost Home Energy Assessment entail? What happens during an assessment? \n3.       Health & Safety addressed during assessment \n4.       Diving in deeper: Using an infrared camera\, we will learn how this tool is used during the assessment \nHWE reviewing a no-cost energy report with customer\n5.       Savings! What are the potential savings associated with a no-cost Home Energy Assessment? \nRead our Event flyer. \n*HomeWorks Energy is the Mass Save program’s largest Home Performance Contractor (HPC). Our mission is to make energy efficiency as simple as possible\, from concept to completion.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/needham-saves-home-energy-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Needham Public Library\, 1139 Highland Ave\, Needham \, 02494
CATEGORIES:Energy Efficiency,Home
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170429T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170429T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115603
CREATED:20170412T015416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170419T133638Z
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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;TZID=America/New_York:20170430T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170430T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115603
CREATED:20170428T214218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170428T214218Z
UID:6791-1493564400-1493569800@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:The Role of the Honeybee in Our Environment and A Honey Tasting
DESCRIPTION:The Role of the Honeybee in Our Environment and A Honey Tasting\nwith Ken Warchol \nSunday\, April 30\, 2017\, 3:00 p.m.\nCommunity Room\, Needham Free Public Library\n 1139 Highland Avenue\, Needham\, MA \nFree and open to the public\nSponsored by the Friends of the Needham Public Library \n Please note that this program will begin at 3:00 p.m. instead of the usual 2:00 p.m.  \nJoin Ken Warchol for this narrated visual presentation. You will travel online casino usa right inside a beehive to better understand this mysterious social insect and the role that it plays in our lives. Learn about the challenges honeybees face in our environment and find out how we can help this insect that is essential to our own survival.  Ken will bring samples of a variety of honeys for everyone to taste. \nKen Warchol is a 6th-generation caretaker of bees; his family’s practice originated in Poland in the 1840s. In 1999\, Ken was chair of the 100th Anniversary Celebration of the Worcester County Bee Association\, the oldest county beekeeping association in the country. \nWarchol speaks to a wide variety of groups and beekeeping associations throughout New England\, mostly about honeybee abnormalities and disease. He has published articles in the American Bee Journal and has co-authored multiple papers in the Bulletin of Insectology.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/the-role-of-the-honeybee-in-our-environment-and-a-honey-tasting/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Uncategorized
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170508T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170508T210000
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SUMMARY:Home Solar Forum\, May 8\, at Temple Beth Elohim
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that US solar installations in 2016 were almost double those of 2015\, making solar the No. 1 source of new electricity generation in the US last year? You can join that trend by putting solar on your roof. Take the first step next Monday  and learn how your neighbors have gone solar at 7:30pm at Temple Beth Elohim\, 10 Bethel Road\, Wellesley. Click here for a flyer.\n\n\nLearn about: \n\n• Local residents that have installed home solar \n\n\n• Options for solar power for your home\, whether you own or rent. \n\n\n• How to find the best solar deals \n\n\n• Why you should go solar in 2017 \n\n\nThe forum is free\, but you must RSVP to attend: https://goo.gl/forms/GW0bp3lFOyAt78TT2
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/home-solar-forum-may-8-at-temple-beth-elohim/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Home,Solar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170513T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170513T150000
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CREATED:20170502T132423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170505T192849Z
UID:6795-1494671400-1494687600@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Landscapes for Living: A Forum on Eco-Friendly Gardening and Lawn Care
DESCRIPTION:Landscapes for Living: A Forum on Eco-Friendly Gardening and Lawn Care will take place on Saturday\, May 13\, 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Wellesley Free Library.  Whether you are a beginning gardener or a long-time green thumb\, you’ll find inspiration and information at this free forum on earth-friendly ways to care for your home landscape. Enjoy nationally known keynote speakers\, practical workshops\, advice on soil analysis — even an art show! Co-sponsored by the Wellesley Natural Resources Commission\, Sustainable Wellesley\, Health Department\, Recreation Department\, and Wellesley Free Library. As space is limited\, advance registration is encouraged. For more information and to pre-register: tinyurl.com/LandscapesForLiving.  Click here for flyer to download and share! 
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/landscapes-for-living-a-forum-on-eco-friendly-gardening-and-lawn-care/
LOCATION:Wellesley Free Library\, 530 Washington St\, Wellesley\, MA\, 02482
CATEGORIES:Home
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170528T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170528T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115603
CREATED:20170519T224143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170519T224143Z
UID:6865-1495972800-1495987200@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Needham Farmers Market Grand Opening Sunday\, May 28
DESCRIPTION:Come to the Grand Opening of the Needham Farmers Market on Sunday\, May 28 from noon to 4 p.m. at its new location on the Needham Town Common\, right in front of Town Hall. There will be new vendors and returning friends throughout the season. The Market will be open on May 28 and every Sunday through November 19\, offering fresh\, local produce and handmade goods\, as well as artists\, musicians\, and other performers and groups of interest. Check out their website for more information.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/needham-farmers-market-grand-opening-sunday-may-28/
LOCATION:Needham Town Common\, 1471 Highland Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmers Market
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170603T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170603T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115603
CREATED:20170519T222649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170519T222649Z
UID:6862-1496484000-1496502000@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Needham Business Association 2017 Street Fair\, Saturday\, June 3
DESCRIPTION:Start off your summer with the annual Street Fair on the Needham Town Common from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday\, June 3.  The event offers everything from trolley rides to a food court\, plus tables from local businesses and organizations. Be sure to visit the Green Needham table to get information about the growing popularity of solar panels in Needham and about no-cost home energy assessments. Give our question wheel and spin and win a prize!
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/needham-business-association-2017-street-fair-saturday-june-3/
LOCATION:Needham Town Common\, 1471 Highland Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Energy Efficiency,Green Needham
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170607T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170607T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115603
CREATED:20170519T225530Z
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SUMMARY:“Solar 101 – Now is the time!” workshop on Wednesday\, June 7th
DESCRIPTION:Thinking about going solar? Join us for an informational session – it may be easier than you think! \nMore than 350 Needham residents have installed solar PV systems. Come learn about the benefits of installing solar on your roof at Green Needham’s Solar 101 – Now is the time! workshop on June 7th\, 7:30 p.m. at Christ Episcopal Church at 1132 Highland Avenue\, Needham. \n \nAt Solar 101\, \n\nWe will share information about Solar PV systems and the process of installing them on your home.\nWe will discuss the economics of installing solar and the choice to purchase or lease.\nYou will learn about Federal and State tax credits which lower the cost of solar.\nWe will present and explain the current Massachusetts incentives – net metering and Solar Renewable Energy Credits (SRECs) – and the benefits of taking advantage of them this year\, before the implementation of the follow-on “SMART” program next year.\n“Solar ambassadors” – Needham residents who are already benefiting from having solar panels on their roofs\, will be there to share their experience.\nSolar installers will be on hand to answer your questions and evaluate your particular property.\n\nGreen Needham’s Solar 101 – Now is the time! workshop will be held from 7:30 – 9:00 pm on Wednesday\, June 7th\, 2017 at Christ Episcopal Church at 1132 Highland Avenue\, Needham. Refreshments will be served. \nFor more information\, contact Green Needham at info at greenneedham.org.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/solar-101-now-is-the-time-workshop-on-wednesday-june-7th/
LOCATION:Christ Episcopal Church\, Needham\, 1132 Highland Avenue\, \, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Solar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170620T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170620T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115603
CREATED:20170617T171301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170617T171301Z
UID:6950-1497963600-1497978000@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Legislative Hearing on Carbon Pricing and Utilities Bills
DESCRIPTION:The Massachusetts Legislature’s Joint Committee on Telecommunications\, Utilities and Energy (TUE) will hold a hearing on carbon pricing and utilities related bills on Tuesday\, June 20th at the State House.   \nA committee hearing is the first step in moving a bill forward in the legislature.  Every bill filed receives a hearing at which public testimony is taken.  Seventeen bills will be heard on June 20th\, including several bills establishing a price on carbon in Massachusetts.   \nThe hearing will be held in the Gardner Auditorium of the Massachusetts State House beginning at 1:00 pm.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/legislative-hearing-on-carbon-pricing-and-utilities-bills/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Legislative
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170720T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170720T200000
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CREATED:20170714T175040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170714T175040Z
UID:7101-1500573600-1500580800@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Needham Community Farm Potluck Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Needham Community Farm’s Summer Farm Dinner Series – Potluck \nDate: Thursday\, July 20th\, 2017 \nLocation: Needham Community Farm\, Pine Street  \nThis summer\, the Needham Community Farm will be hosting a series of volunteer nights – every third Thursday of the month – with a community style potluck dinner immediately following. \nFeel free to drop in any time from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. to get your hands dirty and/or join us for dinner at 6:00 p.m.! We will provide a farm-fresh dish for folks and ask that anyone attending also bring something to share. \nBe sure to check out our Facebook page for news\, reminders and any cancellations due to weather. Everyone is welcome — see you on the farm! \nFor more information\, please contact Jenn Landrein at needhamcommunityfarm.outreach@gmail.com
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/needham-community-farm-potluck-dinner/
LOCATION:Needham Community Farm\, 0 Pine Street\, Needham \, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170824T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170824T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115603
CREATED:20170816T224654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170823T215231Z
UID:7305-1503599400-1503603000@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:MBTA Public Meeting about Needham Line Improvements
DESCRIPTION:The MBTA is sponsoring a public meeting to explain improvements being implemented this fall on the Needham Commuter Rail Line\, and highlight alternative MBTA travel options during weekend shutdowns.  The meeting will be held on Thursday\, August 24 at 6:30 p.m. in Powers Hall  (on the second floor of Needham Town Hall\, 1471 Highland Avenue.) \nWhat’s going on? –  From September 2 – November 18\, there will be no train service on weekends while a new train safety control system is installed on the Needham Commuter Rail line. This is a federally-mandated upgrade that will prevent human error\, and reduce train collisions and derailments. \nTo effectively meet deadlines required by the Federal Railroad Administration the MBTA must shutdown weekend service beginning September 2\, 2017 through November 18\, 2017. Weekday service will not be impacted.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/mbta-public-meeting-about-needham-line-improvements/
LOCATION:Powers Hall\, 1471 Highland Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Green Needham,Transportation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170914T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170914T210000
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CREATED:20170901T014401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170901T014401Z
UID:7370-1505415600-1505422800@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Extreme events and climate change: What we know and what we can do.
DESCRIPTION:SEPTEMBER 14 AT 7 PM\, NEW ENGLAND AQUARIUM’S SIMONS IMAX® THEATRE\, BOSTON\n\nSpeaker: Ellen Douglas\, PE\, PhD\, Associate Professor of Hydrology\,\nSchool for the Environment\, UMass Boston\n         * What have we observed from our changing climate?\n         * What changes are in our future?\n         * What plans are in the works to adapt to these changes?\nRegistration is required through the Aquarium's website:\nRead  the event flyer. \n\nClick here for information about the LWVMA's 2017 Climate and Energy Solution Series
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/extreme-events-and-climate-change-what-we-know-and-what-we-can-do/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Climate Change Science
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170915T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170915T233000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115603
CREATED:20170901T010936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170901T011222Z
UID:7358-1505466900-1505518200@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Environmentally Friendly Lawn Alternatives
DESCRIPTION:Environmentally Friendly Lawn Alternatives \nAccording to NASA\, in the United States more surface area is covered by lawn than by any other single irrigated crop. Lawns require irrigation\, fertilizer\, and pesticides to thrive in our climate\, and there are alternatives to the traditional lawn worth exploring.\nOn Friday morning\, September 15\, 2017\, at the Needham Library\, the League of Women Voters of Needham will welcome Mark Richardson\, New England Wild Flower Society’s Botanic Garden Director\, to speak about “Environmentally Friendly Lawn Alternatives” at our first Friday Forum of the year.\nHe will present alternatives to traditional lawns and how you can make your yard both beautiful and environmentally friendly. He will also offer practical how-to advice on how to create and maintain a yard with native plantings. A question and answer period will follow.\nRefreshments will begin at 9:15 am and the forum will start at 9:30 am. All Friday Forums are free and open to the public.\n\nMore information on the event.\n\n 
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/environmentally-friendly-lawn-alternatives/
LOCATION:Needham Public Library Community Room\, 1139 Highland Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02494\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170919T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170919T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115603
CREATED:20170901T013040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170914T185456Z
UID:7365-1505826000-1505840400@www.greenneedham.org
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:20170926T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170926T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115603
CREATED:20170914T172415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170914T172415Z
UID:7381-1506452400-1506457800@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Bright Ideas: A Workshop on Smart Outdoor Lighting
DESCRIPTION:The Wellesley Natural Resources Commission has long been concerned about the effects of artificial light on our natural environment. Research has shown that artificial light can create light pollution that affects human health\, and has adverse consequences for trees and plants\, birds\, turtles\, bats\, and even fireflies. To help inform residents about the importance of outdoor lighting\, this month we are hosting a workshop with lighting expert Bob Parks of Smart Outdoor Lighting Alliance. \nThis free workshop will take place at the Wellesley Free Library on Tuesday\, September 26\, 2017\, from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. and will include an outdoor demonstration of LED lighting options. \n  \n  \nOur “Bright Ideas” workshop will help you: \nEvaluate different types of lighting\nChoose the correct lighting for your property\nMake sure your lights improve safety\nChoose environmentally friendly lights\nTalk to your neighbors about lighting\, and more!
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/bright-ideas-a-workshop-on-smart-outdoor-lighting/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Energy Efficiency,Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170926T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170926T203000
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CREATED:20170925T012530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170925T012530Z
UID:7402-1506452400-1506457800@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Bright Ideas: A Workshop on Smart Outdoor Lighting
DESCRIPTION:The Wellesley Natural Resources Commission has long been concerned about the effects of artificial light on our natural environment. Research has shown that artificial light can create light pollution that affects human health\, and has adverse consequences for trees and plants\, birds\, turtles\, bats\, and even fireflies. To help inform residents about the importance of outdoor lighting\, this month we are hosting a workshop with lighting expert Bob Parks of Smart Outdoor Lighting Alliance. \nBright Ideas: A Workshop on Smart Outdoor Lighting\, with Bob Parks\nIncluding an outdoor demonstration of LED lighting options\nTuesday September 26\, 7:00 to 8:30 pm\nWellesley Free Library\nFree and Open to the Public \nOur “Bright Ideas” workshop will help you:\nEvaluate different types of lighting\nChoose the correct lighting for your property\nMake sure your lights improve safety\nChoose environmentally friendly lights\nTalk to your neighbors about lighting\, and more!\nAs you may have heard\, new streetlights are coming to Wellesley. The Municipal Light Plant is planning to replace the town’s 3\,000 cobrahead streetlights with energy and cost saving LED (light emitting diode) fixtures.  This fall\, the MLP will pilot these LED fixtures on selected streets to gather public input. Join us at this free workshop to get information that will help you determine the best outdoor lighting for your home and neighborhood.\n Click here for more information on outdoor lighting from the Friends of Brookside.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/bright-ideas-a-workshop-on-smart-outdoor-lighting-2/
LOCATION:Wellesley Free Library\, 530 Washington St\, Wellesley\, MA\, 02482
CATEGORIES:Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171003T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171003T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115603
CREATED:20170929T223725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201222T142526Z
UID:7430-1507035600-1507050000@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Legislative Hearing for Solar and Net Metering Bills
DESCRIPTION:The Massachusetts Legislature’s Joint Committee on Telecommunications\, Utilities and Energy will hold hearings on solar and net metering bills at the State House on October 3rd\, 2017. \n\nHearing agenda with list of bills\nGreen Needham’s Legislative Tracker page
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/legislative-hearing-for-solar-and-net-metering-bills/
LOCATION:Massachusetts State House\, Hearing Room A-2\, 24 Beacon St\,\, Boston\, MA\, 02133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Legislative
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171005T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171005T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115603
CREATED:20170809T145614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170809T145614Z
UID:7246-1507192200-1507217400@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Green Careers Conference
DESCRIPTION:The annual Massachusetts Green Careers conference is an opportunity to explore careers in sustainability and learn more about what’s going on in the public and private sector. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCareers. Clean Energy. Sustainability. \nLearning – about how our planet works and caring enough to live\, work and play sustainably – matters. This year we’re delighted to host the conference at MassWildlife which works to protect wildlife and healthy ecosystems\, and to bring you a variety of topics on careers\, clean energy\, and sustainability.  Click links below for conference info. \n\n\n\n\nAgenda Updates\n\n\n\nSchedule & Topics\n\n\n\nPresenters\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEarly birds $45-65.\nSpace is limited.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nwww.MassGreenCareers.org\n\n\n\n\n\,
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/massachusetts-green-careers-conference/
LOCATION:MA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171007T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171007T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115603
CREATED:20171005T015600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171005T015600Z
UID:7463-1507370400-1507388400@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Needham Harvest Fair
DESCRIPTION:Have Fun And Support Local Businesses At Needham’s Annual Harvest Fair!  Green Needham will be there with our partner\, HomeWorks Energy.  Stop by and see us. \nGet more information about all the activities at the Fair!
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/needham-harvest-fair-3/
LOCATION:Needham Town Common\, 1471 Highland Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Uncategorized
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171014T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171014T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115603
CREATED:20171004T190250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T182811Z
UID:7454-1507969800-1507982400@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Needham Town-Wide Clean-Up Day:  Sat. Oct 14th
DESCRIPTION:Needham Park and Recreation and DPW Parks and Forestry have teamed up to sponsor another incredible Town-Wide Clean-Up day and we hope you will join us Saturday\, October 14th \, to help keep Needham beautiful!  We’d love to have individuals\, families\, groups\, clubs\, teams\, and neighbors join us for a morning of beautifying Needham.  If you are a part of any clubs\, groups\, or teams\, be sure to share the flyers with them and have them join us too!\n\nRegister online –  under the “For Residents” option choose “Park and Recreation On-line registration.”  Scroll down to choose “Town Wide Clean Up Day.” All ages are welcome to attend and all children under the ages of 12 must be accompanied by an adult.  Rain or shine.  For further information please call the Park and Recreation Office at (781) 455-7550 Ext. 3.\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/needham-town-wide-clean-up-day-sat-oct-14th/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171018T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171018T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115603
CREATED:20170714T175416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170926T122655Z
UID:7106-1508353200-1508360400@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Needham Community Education: Solar 101
DESCRIPTION:Have you wondered if solar is right for your house? If so\, join us for an  introduction and guide to residential solar energy for homeowners. We will explain the technology and terminology of solar PV (photovoltaic) and solar thermal systems\, the criteria homeowners should consider before proceeding\, and acquisition and financing options (lease versus purchase). We will also cover the questions that homeowners should ask of installers\, and tips from Needham residents who have been through the process. Following the presentation\, several Needham homeowners and their installers will be available for questions and consultation. \n 
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/needham-community-education-solar-101/
LOCATION:Broadmeadow Performance Center\, 120 Broadmeadow Road\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Home,Renewable Energy,Solar
ORGANIZER;CN="Needham Community Education":MAILTO:Amy_Goldman@needham.k12.ma.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171028T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171028T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115603
CREATED:20171026T031420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171026T031420Z
UID:7570-1509195600-1509217200@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:5th Annual PumpkinFest at Volante Farms
DESCRIPTION:Join Volante Farms at their 5th Annual PumpkinFest benefiting Boston Children’s Hospital this Saturday October 28th.  Last year Volante received a Rising Star Award for their fundraising efforts\, so they are hoping to make this year’s PumpkinFest bigger and better than ever! \nThe afternoon of live entertainment and pumpkin carving kicks off at 1pm and continues until 5:30pm. At 5pm there will be a champagne toast to celebrate Volante’s Centennial\, complete with birthday cake from the pastry department. (Rumor has it that Governor Charlie Baker is expected to attend the centennial toast\, too.) Then at 6pm everyone is invited to partake in the Pumpkin Stroll to check out all the lit jack-o-lanterns carved throughout the day. \nA $10 donation per person includes all the afternoon’s events\, snacks and all-you-can-carve pumpkins! Every penny raised will go straight to Boston Children’s Hospital.  Bring your family and friends and Carve for a Cause on October 28th!  Spread the word!\n \nDetails and a schedule of performances at Volante Farms  \nLike and\, more importantly\, SHARE PumpkinFest on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/VolanteFarms/
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/5th-annual-pumpkinfest-at-volante-farms/
LOCATION:Volante Farms\, 292 Central Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171102T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171102T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115603
CREATED:20171028T233609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171028T233609Z
UID:7580-1509649200-1509654600@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Climate Change: Evidence\, Impact and Choices
DESCRIPTION:The instructor\, Peter Kane\, will present the latest developments in the study of human impact on climate change.  The presentation will be non-political and will include choices humans can make in an effort to reverse climate change. \nOffered through Neeedham Community Education \nTo register online\, contact Amy Goldman\, NCE Program Director\, at amy_goldman@needham.k12.ma.us or 781-455-0400 ext.214
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/climate-change-evidence-impact-and-choices/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Climate Change Science
ORGANIZER;CN="Needham Community Education":MAILTO:Amy_Goldman@needham.k12.ma.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171129T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171129T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115603
CREATED:20171113T025453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171114T142218Z
UID:7606-1511982000-1511987400@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Moving Toward a Zero Waste Future: Challenges\, Strategies and Innovative Solutions underway in Needham
DESCRIPTION:After enjoying the long Thanksgiving weekend\, join us at 7:00 pm on Wednesday\, November 29th at the Needham Public Library to hear what’s already happening to reduce\, reuse and recycle waste in Needham. Bring your questions\, ideas\, and your enthusiasm for a conversation about what we can do next to help the environment and save money. \nWe will have a lively discussion\, with a fresh look at ways for the Needham community to see discarded materials as resources\, not something to be burned or buried. Among the topics are: \n\nThe Big Picture – what the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is doing to promote innovative solutions for waste management.\nAll Along the Food Chain – how Olin College is collaborating with both Food for Free to fight food insecurity and with CERO Cooperative and the Needham RTS (Recycling & Transfer Station) to compost food waste.\nBetter Recycling for Needham – how can the Needham Department of Public Works\, the RTS and residents work together to improve the recycling process? Can we make it more environmentally sustainable while reducing costs and generating more revenues?\n‘Next Steps – where we can go from here.\n\nOur panel will include: \n\nGreg Cooper – Director\, Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (and Needham Resident)\nJim Drumheller – General Manager – Olin College Dining Services\nMark Evans – Casella Waste Management (processing Needham’s recycling)\nMichael Greis – Chair\, Green Needham\nLor Holmes – General Manager and Worker-Owner\, CERO Cooperative (an employee-owned composting company)\nGreg Smith – Superintendent\, Needham Recycling and Transfer Station\n\nFor more information\, visit Green Needham’s Toward Zero Waste Initiative \nIf have questions you’d like answered during this discussion or want to stay in touch with this project – please email us at info@greenneedham.org
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/moving-toward-a-zero-waste-future-challenges-strategies-and-innovative-solutions-underway-in-needham/
LOCATION:Needham Public Library Community Room\, 1139 Highland Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02494\, United States
CATEGORIES:Green Needham,Toward Zero Waste
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180131T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180131T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115604
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:20180203T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180203T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115604
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:20180214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180214T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115604
CREATED:20180211T001345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180211T001345Z
UID:7925-1518602400-1518620400@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Mass Power Forward's Clean Energy Lobby Day
DESCRIPTION:Go to the Statehouse Wednesday\, February 14\, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m for Mass Power Forward’s Clean Energy Lobby Day.  Please register so they know which meetings to set up.  Register here for the Mass Power Forward Valentine’s Day Lobby Day.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/mass-power-forwards-clean-energy-lobby-day/
LOCATION:MA
ORGANIZER;CN="Mass Power Forward":MAILTO:admin@mapowerforward.com
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