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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181014T083000
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SUMMARY:Parent Talk’s Fall Sale
DESCRIPTION:Parent Talk’s Fall Sale – semi-annual used clothing\, toys and equipment sale. \nThe Sale is OPEN TO THE COMMUNITY! Membership is not required to Donate\, Consign\, Volunteer or Shop!\nGeneral Sale: 8:30am – 11:45am\nClearance Bag Sale: 12:00pm – 12:45pm\nLocation: Newman Elementary School\n1155 Central Ave.\, Needham \n  \n 
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/parent-talks-fall-sale/
LOCATION:Newman School\, 1155 Central Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Uncategorized
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181014T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181014T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035304
CREATED:20181012T151516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181012T151516Z
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SUMMARY:Needham Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:THIS WEEK AT THE MARKET – SUNDAY\, Oct. 14th  12-4 pm \n\nMacArthur Farm · The Neighborhood Farm · Fundamentally Nuts · Swiss Bakers · Boston Sword and Tuna · Colombian Coffee · Sweet Tahini · Everything Jalapeño…and not · Chestnut Farms · Liberty Artisanal Bakery · Amir Natural Foods · SA’s Homestyle\n\n \n\nThe art of Judy Ogilvie · Hannah McCarthy’s Flower photography (cards\, coasters\, frames)\n\nVisit our website for details
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/needham-farmers-market-31/
LOCATION:Needham Town Hall Green\, GPA & HIghland Ave\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmers Market
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181014T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181014T210000
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CREATED:20180921T030120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180921T030120Z
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SUMMARY:Needham Community Farm's 10th Anniversary Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join the Needham Community Farm for their 10th Anniversary Celebration and Silent Auction!\n\n\n\nRegistration is Now Open\n\n\nIt’s the Needham Community Farm’s 10th Anniversary\, and in honor of the occasion we’re holding our Annual Harvest Event at Town Hall!\nEnjoy a festive evening while supporting our food donation\, education\, and community building programs.\nWe’ll celebrate our history and 2018 accomplishments\, bid on popular auction items\, and of course dinner will include some of our Farm Fresh produce.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/needham-community-farms-10th-anniversary-celebration/
LOCATION:Powers Hall\, 1471 Highland Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Farm
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ORGANIZER;CN="Needham Community Farm":MAILTO:info@needhamfarm.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181021T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181021T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035304
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SUMMARY:Needham Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:THIS WEEK AT THE MARKET – SUNDAY\, Oct. 21st  12-4 pm \n\nMacArthur Farm · The Neighborhood Farm · Fundamentally Nuts · Swiss Bakers · Boston Sword and Tuna · Auntie Dalie’s · Colombian Coffee · Everything Jalapeño…and not · Angry Honey · Chestnut Farms · Amir Natural Foods\n\n \n\n\nJosh Seadia · Samantha Riley with Natural bath and body products · Kelsey London Hyphen Designs with Upcycled Clothing\n\n\n\nVisit our website for details
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/needham-farmers-market-30/
LOCATION:Needham Town Hall Green\, GPA & HIghland Ave\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmers Market
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181028T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181028T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035304
CREATED:20181020T234738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181026T234651Z
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SUMMARY:Needham Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:THIS WEEK AT THE MARKET – SUNDAY\, Oct. 28th  12-4 pm \n\nMacArthur Farm · The Neighborhood Farm · Fundamentally Nuts · Swiss Bakers · Boston Sword and Tuna · Ackermann Maple Farm · Auntie Dalie’s · Colombian Coffee · Everything Jalapeño…and not · Chestnut Farms · Liberty Artisanal Bakery · Amir Natural Foods\n\n \n\n\nTom Pugh with Plugged In · Erin Walsh · Shayna Loeffler\n\n\nVisit our website for details
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/needham-farmers-market-32/
LOCATION:Needham Town Hall Green\, GPA & HIghland Ave\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmers Market
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181029T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181029T130000
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CREATED: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:20181104T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181104T160000
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SUMMARY:Needham Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:THIS WEEK AT THE MARKET – SUNDAY\, Nov. 4th  12-4 pm \nMacArthur Farm · The Neighborhood Farm \nCOMING SOON:\nTHANKSGIVING BASKETS!\nThe Neighborhood Farm will again offer small and large baskets to make your holiday feast even more special.\nContents and prices will be announced soon\, when the farmers can see what the early November weather brings and what will be ready to harvest.\n\nPlan a locally grown Thanksgiving this year! Check our website for details as they become available.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/needham-farmers-market-33/
LOCATION:Needham Town Hall Green\, GPA & HIghland Ave\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmers Market
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181110T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181110T160000
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SUMMARY:GO GREEN Needham Expo at Needham Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:Bring the whole family out to the GO GREEN Needham Expo at Needham Town Hall. Find out how going green can help put money in your pocket and a smile on your face. There will be fun and inspiration for everyone!\n\n\n 	Learn how switching to renewable energy such as solar and geothermal can put money in your pocket\n 	Check out and test drive Electric Vehicles\n 	Take a ride on an Electric Bike\n 	Watch your kids build and race solar-powered cars\n 	Make music from junk\n 	Try the latest higher-powered yet quieter electric lawn mowers and leaf blowers\n 	Taste delicious food that’s healthier for you and the planet\n 	Listen to informative talks on climate change\, statewide legislative efforts to address climate change\, sustainable landscaping\, and more\n 	Attend enlightening talks on a range of sustainability-related topics\n 	Learn about local outdoor hikes and activities right here in our backyard\n 	Talk to organizations who are working towards solutions to the climate crisis\n 	Learn sustainable gardening and the benefits of buying local food
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/go-green-needham-expo-at-needham-town-hall/
LOCATION:Needham Town Hall\, 1471 Highland Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181118T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181118T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035304
CREATED:20181117T020040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181117T020040Z
UID:9968-1542542400-1542556800@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Needham Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Last call for fresh\, seasonal produce at NFM!\n\nOUR LAST MARKET OF THE SEASON\n\n \nOur farmers will offer an amazing assortment of seasonal fresh\, local produce and more.\n\n\n\nOUR THANKS TO ALL VENDORS\, MUSICIANS\, ARTISTS AND SHOPPERS WHO MADE THE MARKET A HUGE SUCCESS IN 2018! \n\n\n\n\n\nTHIS WEEK AT THE MARKET – SUNDAY\, Nov. 18th  12-4 pm \nMacArthur Farm · The Neighborhood Farm \n\n\n\n\nTHANKSGIVING BOXES\n\nThe Neighborhood Farm again offered small and large boxes with a mix of the seasonal harvest to make holiday feasts even more special!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \nIf you ordered a Thanksgiving box for pick up\, you may do so this Sunday at the Market!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nPlan a locally grown Thanksgiving this year! Check our website for details as they become available.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/needham-farmers-market-34/
LOCATION:Needham Town Hall Green\, GPA & HIghland Ave\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmers Market
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190124
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190125
DTSTAMP:20260404T035304
CREATED:20190116T155156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190116T155156Z
UID:10111-1548288000-1548374399@www.greenneedham.org
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:20190206T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190206T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035304
CREATED:20190112T001938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190112T001938Z
UID:10094-1549468800-1549472400@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:World-Renowned Climate Scientist to Discuss Climate Change Reports
DESCRIPTION:It’s Happening. It’s Now: The Climate Reports of 2018\nWebinar with Professor Michael Oppenheimer\, Princeton University \nThe LWVMA Committee for Environmental Action and Advocacy is proud to announce a webinar on the meaning of two major climate reports of 2018 on Wednesday\, February 6\, 4:00-5:00pm EST. The reports include the UN IPCC Report and the US National Climate Assessment Report.\n\nTo register for this webinar click here. After submitting your registration you will receive an email with registration information.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/world-renowned-climate-scientist-to-discuss-climate-change-reports/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Climate Change Science
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190225T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190225T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035304
CREATED:20190207T222149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190207T222149Z
UID:10370-1551119400-1551124800@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Needham Adult Education:  Intro to Sustainable Vegetable Gardening
DESCRIPTION:Planning\, Planting and Maintaining\n(In collaboration with the Needham Community Farm)\nTheresa Strachila\, Instructor \nAs we all know\, home-grown produce is far superior to what you can buy at the market. However\, the thought of starting your own vegetable garden can be daunting.  This class will provide you with an overview of everything you need to know–from figuring out where to put your garden to care and maintenance of common vegetables. After the sessions\, you will be ready to grow your own garden vegetables this year! \nLimited to 20. \nDates: 4 Mondays\, February 25-March 18
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/needham-adult-education-intro-to-sustainable-vegetable-gardening/
LOCATION:Needham HIgh School – Room 203
CATEGORIES:Community Farm
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ORGANIZER;CN="Needham Adult Education":MAILTO:amy_goldman@needham.k12.ma.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190228T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190228T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035304
CREATED:20190207T222503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190207T222503Z
UID:10372-1551378600-1551384000@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Needham Adult Education:  Advanced Sustainable Vegetable Gardening
DESCRIPTION:(In collaboration with the Needham Community Farm)\nTheresa Strachila\, Instructor \nTake your vegetable gardening skills to the next level.  Join Needham Community Farm Manager Theresa Strachila for a deep dive into vegetable gardening. This  discussion-based class will deal with the topics you want to cover\, such as: fertility management\, increasing yield with succession growing\, pest and disease management\nand more. \nLimited to 20. \nDates: 4 Thursdays\, February 28-March 21
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/needham-adult-education-advanced-sustainable-vegetable-gardening/
LOCATION:Needham HIgh School – Room 203
CATEGORIES:Community Farm
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ORGANIZER;CN="Needham Adult Education":MAILTO:amy_goldman@needham.k12.ma.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190314T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190314T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035304
CREATED:20190207T221810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190207T221810Z
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SUMMARY:Needham Adult Education:  Stop Mulch-Scaping and Start Landscaping!
DESCRIPTION:Spring Workshop\nJoanne Neale\, Instructor \nAt some unknown point in time\, mulch–black\, orange\, brown\, etc.–became a part of the landscape\, but wouldn’t you rather have plants? Anywhere you can put mulch\, you can  dig a hole and put in a groundcover plant. Groundcover plants = living mulches. Think of the money\, time and work you’ll save on mulching every spring. And groundcovers are the go-to plant for low-maintenance gardens. Besides eliminating the need for mulch\, they keep weeds from crowding in; they provide an extra layer of color and flowers; and  they help maintain soil moisture\, which means less watering.  What’s not to like about that? Come learn what to do before you start replacing your boring old mulch with fabulous new groundcovers and find out which groundcovers are right for your garden. \nLimited to 20.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/needham-adult-education-stop-mulch-scaping-and-start-landscaping/
LOCATION:Needham High School – Room 409\, 1330 Highland Ave\, Needham\, MA
CATEGORIES:Home
ORGANIZER;CN="Needham Adult Education":MAILTO:amy_goldman@needham.k12.ma.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190328T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190328T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035304
CREATED:20190207T221057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190207T221057Z
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SUMMARY:Needham Adult Education:  Low-Maintenance Gardening:
DESCRIPTION:Spring Workshop\nJoanne Neale\, Instructor \nWere you disappointed with last year’s garden? Do you need to update your overgrown landscape? Most importantly\, do you feel you are spending too much time and money on landscape maintenance? If you answered yes to any of these questions\, join us for this two-session class to learn how to cultivate a beautiful but low maintenance garden. We will focus on techniques for designing\, planting\, and maintaining an inexpensive and environmentally responsible garden. In addition\, you will be introduced to some new plants to enhance your garden this spring\, including lesser-known\, easycare trees\, evergreens\, flowering shrubs\, bulbs\, perennials\, and ground covers for sun or shade\, wet or dry sites. This course includes a photo-presentation of plants\, useful handouts to take home\, and time for specific questions. \nDates: Two Thursdays:  March 28 and April 4th \nLimited to 20.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/needham-adult-education-low-maintenance-gardening/
LOCATION:Needham High School – Room 409\, 1330 Highland Ave\, Needham\, MA
CATEGORIES:Home
ORGANIZER;CN="Needham Adult Education":MAILTO:amy_goldman@needham.k12.ma.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190329T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190329T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035304
CREATED:20190131T005034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190131T005034Z
UID:10308-1553846400-1553875200@www.greenneedham.org
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;TZID=America/New_York:20190402T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190402T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035304
CREATED:20190308T012939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201014T235954Z
UID:10410-1554229800-1554237000@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:WBUR "Business In The Era Of Climate Change" Series: Part 2: Food\, Diet And Climate
DESCRIPTION:A five-part WBUR series in collaboration with Harvard Business School and Boston University Questrom School of Business \nBusiness is the main source of the greenhouse gases that are causing the Earth’s climate to change. Business is also the main source of new products\, services and business models that may save us from wholesale climate calamity. This 5-part series\, featuring leading thinkers from business\, environmental advocacy groups and area universities\, will explore what businesses are doing\, can do and should do to confront climate change. \nPart 2: Food\, Diet and Climate \nThe food industry contributes a lot to the climate change problem\, but it also offers solutions. From sustainable supply chains to plant-based burgers with the taste and texture of beef and meat-like protein grown in the lab\, new foods are exploding onto restaurant menus and family dinner plates. What challenges are companies facing as they introduce these new foods into the marketplace? How fast can we expect these new foods to catch on? And what are companies that are known for serving traditional meat doing to reduce their carbon footprint? Is big agribusiness getting on board with these changes–or standing in the way? \nPanelists: \n\nBruce Friedrich\, Founder and CEO\, Good Food Institute\nAyr Muir\, Founder and CEO of Clover Food Lab\nDavid Perry\, Founder and CEO\, Indigo Agriculture\nNicole Johnson-Hoffman\, President\, Global Roundtable for Sustainable Beef\, former VP of Cargill\nModerator\, Barbara Moran\, WBUR Senior Producing Editor\, Environment\n\n 
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/wbur-business-in-the-era-of-climate-change-series-part-2-food-diet-and-climate/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Uncategorized
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190422T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190422T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035304
CREATED:20190308T013446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201014T231607Z
UID:10416-1555957800-1555965000@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:WBUR "Business In The Era Of Climate Change" Series: Part 3:  Climate Politics And Business
DESCRIPTION:A five-part WBUR series in collaboration with Harvard Business School and Boston University Questrom School of Business \nBusiness is the main source of the greenhouse gases that are causing the Earth’s climate to change. Business is also the main source of new products\, services and business models that may save us from wholesale climate calamity. This 5-part series\, featuring leading thinkers from business\, environmental advocacy groups and area universities\, will explore what businesses are doing\, can do and should do to confront climate change. \nPart 3: Climate Politics and Business  \nIn the United States\, business has controlled the policy agenda for addressing climate change at the federal level\, and the result has been obfuscation and delay. Today more and more business leaders are voicing support of some form of carbon tax or other mechanism to put a price on carbon. What is driving industry action and where will it lead? What is the role for business leaders in climate policy? \nPanelists: \n\nWilliam Eacho\, Partnership for Responsible Growth\nMindy Lubber\, CEO\, Ceres\nAuden Schendler\, Vice President of Sustainability at Aspen Skiing Company\nModerator\, WBUR Environmental Reporter Bruce Gellerman\n\n 
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/wbur-business-in-the-era-of-climate-change-series-part-3-climate-politics-and-business/
LOCATION:WBUR CitySpace\, 890 Commonwealth Ave\, Boston\, MA\, 02215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Uncategorized
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ORGANIZER;CN="WBUR":MAILTO:info@wbur.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190423T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190423T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035304
CREATED:20190314T211845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190314T211845Z
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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:20190425T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190425T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035304
CREATED:20190326T212534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190326T212534Z
UID:10462-1556200800-1556204400@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Cap and Trade is Alive and Well: Carbon Markets Around the World
DESCRIPTION:Cap and trade is growing fast. And it’s working.  \nLearn the facts about cap and trade and why it is an effective way to put a price on carbon. \n  \nJoin the League of Women Voters for a webinar by Nat Keohane\, Environmental Defense Fund\, Senior Vice President\, Climate \nThursday\, April 25\, 2:00 pm to 3:00pm (EDT)\n \n  \nSign up!
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/webinar-cap-and-trade-is-alive-and-well-carbon-markets-around-the-world/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Uncategorized
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190425T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190425T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035304
CREATED:20190207T215339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190207T215339Z
UID:10356-1556218800-1556224200@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Needham Adult Education: Zero Energy Home
DESCRIPTION:Peter Kane\, Instructor \nJoin us to learn about the design and construction of a zero net energy home built in Westwood several years ago. The owner/designer/builder will present a slide show illustrating the important design considerations\, construction details\, and the finished home. The presentation will also cover the cost of the construction\, how the home has performed over the three years\, what it is like to live in it\, and what mistakes were made that could be avoided – and answer the question of whether solar energy really works. (Hint: the electric company owes him money!)  Note: A Saturday morning tour of the home is included in the course fee. \nNeedham High School – Room 206 \nApril 25\, 2018  7-8:30 pm \nplus one Saturday morning visit to the zero energy home:  149 Ellis St.\, Westwood\, MA 02090   10-11am\, Saturday April 27th \nFee: $25
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/needham-adult-education-zero-energy-home-6/
LOCATION:Needham High School – Room 206\, Webster St\, Needham
CATEGORIES:Energy Efficiency,Home,Solar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Needham Adult Education":MAILTO:amy_goldman@needham.k12.ma.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190425T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190425T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035304
CREATED:20190326T212805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190418T215851Z
UID:10465-1556220600-1556226000@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Climate and Energy Legislation Program
DESCRIPTION:Learn About Pending Massachusetts Environmental and Energy Legislation and How to Engage with Legislators \nA full slate of environmental and energy legislation has been filed on Beacon Hill. There is a sense of urgency among legislators to take stronger action to meet Massachusetts’ climate change and clean energy economy goals. Leaders in both the Senate and House have stepped up. At a recent meeting of local elected officials\, we attended\, Senate President Karen Spilka called for “bold and pragmatic action” and said that every policy decision should be evaluated with a climate change lens. House Speaker Bob DeLeo proposed $1 billion in climate resilience funding for municipalities. \nWe the people have an important role to play by being informed and effectively advocating for action.  Join us on Thursday\, April 25th at 7:30 pm to hear from Dan Bosley\, Government Relations Executive for the Northeast Clean Energy Council (NECEC)\, and a former state representative from North Adams. \nWith nearly 25 years of experience in the legislature\, service at the Chair of the Joint Committee on Energy and having co-authored groundbreaking electricity restructuring and life sciences bills\, Dan understands the ins and outs of getting things done on Beacon Hill. He is an engaging speaker with a strong grasp of the issues and a deep understanding of what works when individuals\, businesses and organizations want to effectively engage with their legislators. \nDan will speak about current Massachusetts energy and climate legislation\, the path forward from here\, and how to make your voice heard.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/climate-and-energy-legislation-program/
LOCATION:Needham Historical Society\, 1147 Central Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Green Needham
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190427T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190427T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035304
CREATED:20190226T235710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190226T235710Z
UID:10387-1556355600-1556386200@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Local Environmental Action 2019
DESCRIPTION:Registration is open for Local Environmental Action 2019!  \nLocal Environmental Action 2019 – Bringing together community leaders\, environmental justice advocates and activists from across the region to build skills\, discuss new ideas\, and be inspired for the work ahead.\n​\nRegister today! \nThis is a fragrance free event.\n​Thanks for bringing your own water bottle and coffee mug. \nHave questions about the event? Email us at info@toxicsaction.org.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/local-environmental-action-2019/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Climate Change Science
ORGANIZER;CN="Local Environmental Action":MAILTO:info@toxicsaction.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190503T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190503T093000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035304
CREATED:20190425T162938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190425T162938Z
UID:10564-1556868600-1556875800@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Newton Needham Chamber Spring Business Breakfast - Future of Transportation with Robin Chase
DESCRIPTION:There are still a few tickets left for the May 3rd Newton Needham Chamber Spring Business Breakfast.   \nThe changing face of transportation will be in the spotlight when transportation entrepreneur Robin Chase addresses the  Newton-Needham Regional Chamber’s annual Spring Business Breakfast on Friday May 3 at the Needham Sheraton Hotel. \nRobin Chase is co-founder and former CEO of Zipcar\, the largest carsharing company in the world; as well as co-founder of Veniam\, a network company that moves terabytes of data between vehicles and the cloud. Her recent book is “Peers Inc: How People and Platforms are Inventing the Collaborative Economy and Reinventing Capitalism.” Her current passion is working with cities to maximize the transformation possible with the introduction of self-driving cars. \nChase has received many awards in the areas of innovation\, design\, and environment\, including Time 100 Most Influential People\, Fast Company Fast 50 Innovators\, and BusinessWeek Top 10 Designers. Robin graduated from Wellesley College and MIT’s Sloan School of Management\, was a Harvard University Loeb Fellow\, and received an honorary Doctorate of Design from the Illinois Institute of Technology.  \nAlso speaking at the breakfast will be Mike Kennealy\, Massachusetts secretary of Housing and Economic Development.  Mike served as co-chair of the Massachusetts Life Sciences Center in his previous role as Assistant Secretary for Business Growth.  He also served two years as Special Advisor to the Receiver at Lawrence Public Schools\, where he worked with the state-appointed superintendent/receiver on strategic and financial initiatives to support the school district’s turnaround plan.  Before entering government service\, Mike was with private equity firm Spectrum Equity\, which he helped grow to $5 billion in investments in 100 high-growth firms.   \nBreakfast will be served at 7:30 am; the program will begin begin promptly at 8:00 am. \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/newton-needham-chamber-spring-business-breakfast-future-of-transportation-with-robin-chase/
LOCATION:Sheraton Needham Hotel\, 100 Cabot St.\, Needham\, MA\, 02494\, United States
CATEGORIES:Newton-Needham Chamber
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190507T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190507T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035304
CREATED:20190308T020427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190308T020427Z
UID:10433-1557253800-1557261000@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:WBUR "Business In The Era Of Climate Change" Series: Part 4: The Road Map Of The Future: Transportation
DESCRIPTION:A five-part WBUR series in collaboration with Harvard Business School and Boston University Questrom School of Business \nBusiness is the main source of the greenhouse gases that are causing the Earth’s climate to change. Business is also the main source of new products\, services and business models that may save us from wholesale climate calamity. This 5-part series\, featuring leading thinkers from business\, environmental advocacy groups and area universities\, will explore what businesses are doing\, can do and should do to confront climate change. \nPart 4: The Roadmap of the Future: Transportation \nIn Massachusetts\, the transportation sector generated more greenhouse gas emissions than any other sector\, and the pressure is on to make improvements. The specter of climate change is shaking up the business strategies of traditional automakers and giving a big boost to alternatives like peer-to-peer car sharing\, biking\, and scooters. What will the transportation system of the future look like? What are the barriers and how are upstart companies tackling them? How are big car companies responding? \nPanelists: \n\nAdam Gromis\, Public Policy Manager\, Sustainability & Environmental Impact\, Uber\nKevin Butt\, General Manager – Regional Environmental Sustainability Director\, Toyota North America\nCaroline Samponaro\, Head of Bike\, Scooter & Pedestrian Policy at Lyft\nModerator\, WBUR Environmental Reporter Bruce Gellerman
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/wbur-business-in-the-era-of-climate-change-series-part-4-the-road-map-of-the-future-transportation/
LOCATION:WBUR CitySpace\, 890 Commonwealth Ave\, Boston\, MA\, 02215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunities
ORGANIZER;CN="WBUR":MAILTO:info@wbur.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190511T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190511T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035304
CREATED:20190425T213105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190425T213650Z
UID:10573-1557581400-1557594000@www.greenneedham.org
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:20190601T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190601T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035304
CREATED:20190507T005812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190508T014405Z
UID:10638-1559383200-1559397600@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Needham Business Association 2019 Street Fair\, Saturday\, June 1st
DESCRIPTION:Start off your summer with the annual Street Fair on the Needham Town Common from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday\, June 1st.  Come visit Green Needham at the Street Fair on June 1st between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. at the Needham Common: \n—  Stop by to talk about ways to save energy and cut down on your energy bills;\n\n—  You can sign up for a no-cost home energy audit by a Mass Save contractor\, and learn about substantial savings on insulation and other projects;\n\n—  You can learn about solar energy and Needham’s second “Solarize” project to obtain volume discounts for purchase or lease of solar panels.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/needham-business-association-2019-street-fair-saturday-june-1st/
LOCATION:Needham Town Hall Green\, GPA & HIghland Ave\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Uncategorized
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190604T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190604T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035304
CREATED:20190308T020841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201014T235911Z
UID:10436-1559673000-1559680200@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:WBUR "Business In The Era Of Climate Change" Series: Part 5:  Energy Transitions
DESCRIPTION:A five-part WBUR series in collaboration with Harvard Business School and Boston University Questrom School of Business \nBusiness is the main source of the greenhouse gases that are causing the Earth’s climate to change. Business is also the main source of new products\, services and business models that may save us from wholesale climate \ncalamity. This 5-part series\, featuring leading thinkers from business\, environmental advocacy groups and area universities\, will explore what businesses are doing\, can do and should do to confront climate change. \nPart 5: Energy Transitions  \nWe cannot confront climate change without wholesale changes in our sources of energy. What companies are leading the transition to fossil-fuel-free energy\, what barriers are they facing\, and how are they tackling those barriers? How are traditional electric utilities shifting their business strategies to accommodate or even promote new\, cleaner sources of energy? And how are new entrants to this old sector distrupting the electricity industry with clean energy innovations? \nPanelists: \n\nPeter Fox-Penner\, Director\, Institute for Sustainable Energy\, and Professor of Practice\, Questrom School of Business\nAbigail Ross Hopper\, President & CEO at Solar Energy Industries Association\nFrancis Slingsby\, Head of Strategic Partnerships\, Orsted\nModerator\, WBUR Environmental Reporter Bruce Gellerman
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/wbur-business-in-the-era-of-climate-change-series-part-5-energy-transitions/
LOCATION:WBUR CitySpace\, 890 Commonwealth Ave\, Boston\, MA\, 02215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Uncategorized
ORGANIZER;CN="WBUR":MAILTO:info@wbur.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190605T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190605T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035304
CREATED:20190426T210431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190508T021008Z
UID:10584-1559763000-1559768400@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Dr. Rachel Cleetus: Urgency and Opportunity -- What the Latest Climate Science Tells Us
DESCRIPTION:Climate scientists are increasingly sounding the alarm about the need for bold action to address climate change. \n \nOn Wednesday\, June 5\, at 7:30 p.m. Dr. Rachel Cleetus\, Climate and Energy Policy Director at the Union of Concerned Scientists\, will speak on Urgency and Opportunity: What the Latest Climate Science Tells Us. The presentation will take place at Temple Beth Shalom\, 670 Highland Ave. in Needham. \nDr. Cleetus will put the latest scientific findings in perspective: What’s new in the recent climate reports? What are our best options to prevent the catastrophic scenarios in the reports? How can we summon the political and social will to take the actions necessary? The free program is sponsored by Green Needham Collaborative\, the Needham League of Women Voters\, Temple Beth Shalom’s Shomrei Adamah Committee\, and the Needham Chapter of Mothers Out Front. \nThe forum will include a showing of several award-winning short videos from Needham High School students from the 2019 League of Women Voters of Massachusetts Climate Change Challenge Video Contest. More information at info@greenneedham.org. \nEnter the parking lot from Webster St.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/presentation-by-dr-rachel-cleetus-policy-director-of-the-climate-and-energy-program-for-the-union-of-concerned-scientists/
LOCATION:Temple Beth Shalom\, 670 Highland Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02494\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate Change Science
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ORGANIZER;CN="Green Needham Collaborative":MAILTO:info@greenneedham.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190609T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190609T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035304
CREATED:20190606T175210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190611T163902Z
UID:10731-1560081600-1560096000@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Needham Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:THIS WEEK AT THE MARKET – SUNDAY\, June 9th  12-4 pm \n\nTHIS SUNDAY IS OPENING DAY!\n\nWe’re excited to bring a full roster of vendors\, music\, artists\, and Opening Day speakers! Join Us! \nOpening Day Speakers:\n\n\nNeedham Board of Selectman member John Bulian\nState Representative Denise Garlick\nNeedham Bank Senior Vice President Carrie Vargas\n\n\nVENDORS\nMacArthur Farm\nThe Neighborhood Farm\nChestnut Farms\nPegs Preserves\nSwiss Bakers\nBoston Sword and Tuna\nAckermann Maple Farm\nFundamentally Nuts\nAuntie Dalie’s\nColombian Coffee\nPeruvian Pasteries\nAmir Natural Foods\nThe Needham Farmers Market features an amazing array of fresh\, local produce\, meats\, eggs\, breads\, pastries\, coffee\, treats and more! Enjoy shopping with our vendors and artists\, all while listening to live Market music.\nCheck it out for yourself!\nVisit our website for details \n  \n 
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/needham-farmers-market-35/
LOCATION:Needham Town Common\, 1471 Highland Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmers Market
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