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SUMMARY:Green Community Public Hearing at Select Board meeting - Wednesday\, October 16th
DESCRIPTION:Needham is close to becoming a Green Community\, joining 240 other Massachusetts cities and towns\, including 18 of our 20 comparable communities.   \nPlease join us at the Select Board’s public hearing at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday\, October 16\, 2019 in Powers Hall (second floor of Town Hall\, 1471 Highland Avenue) to show your support.  Residents and organizations may of course speak at the public hearing\, but it is really your presence that matters.  If you can’t be present\, you can let the Select Board know of your support with an e-mail to selectboard@needhamma.gov.  Positive action by the Select Board will enable Needham to apply for Green Community status in the 2019 designation round (the application deadline is November 22nd).   \nSee this October 14th article for additional information.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/green-community-public-hearing-at-select-board-meeting-wednesday-october-16th/
LOCATION:Powers Hall\, Needham Town Hall\, 1471 Highland Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Green Communities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191019T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191019T103000
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SUMMARY:Sunita L. Williams School Open House and Tours - and Solarize Plus
DESCRIPTION:The Needham School Committee will be holding an open house at the new Sunita L. Williams Elementary School on Saturday morning\, October 19th from 9:00 am to 10:30 am.  Don’t miss this first opportunity for the wider Needham community to explore and enjoy this amazing new facility.\n\nThe Sunita L. Williams School is built to be highly energy efficient\, and 275 kW of solar PV on the roof provide much of the schools electricity.  It is also the first new building to have electric vehicle chargers in the parking lot.  \n\nSolarize Plus Needham will be there as well\, with information on the program\, a chance to talk with our solar PV and air source heat pump installer partners\, electric vehicles and our Drive Green team.  You’ll find us – where else? – right by the EV chargers in the front parking lot.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/sunita-l-williams-school-open-house-and-tours/
LOCATION:Sunita L. Williams Elementary School\, 585 Central Ave.\, Needham\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Solarize Plus
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191020T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191020T163000
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SUMMARY:Green Newton's GreenEXPO 2019
DESCRIPTION:Over 40 Sustainably focused businesses and community groups will show you the many ways you can make a positive impact on our homes\, communities\, and the world. Bring family and friends for a day of fun and inspiration! \nLearn more about Green Newton’s GreenEXPO 2019
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/green-newtons-greenexpo-2019/
CATEGORIES:Uncategorized
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191023T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191023T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202346
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SUMMARY:Needham is Matting Change - Helping the Homeless Is  "In The Bag"
DESCRIPTION:Founded by a recent high school graduate\, @MattingChange aims to reconfigure single-use plastic bags into comfortable and durable sleeping mats for people experiencing homelessness. By putting a spin on a traditional textiles technique\, these mats can be made by anyone and provide critical relief\, especially in the colder months. The mats will be donated to Needham-based Generic Ministry to support their work with individuals experiencing homelessness in Boston.  This labor-intensive project needs the help of many hands\, ages 11 to 111. \nJoin the community in giving back\, while keeping bags out of the waste stream! A series of workshops will be held from 2:30-5pm on the early-release and no-school days of Wednesdays Sept. 25\, Oct. 9 Oct. 23 and Nov 6. For more information and to sign up\, please contact Aicha Kelley at The Center at The Heights at akelley@needhamma.gov or 781-455-7555. \nMaking a single mat requires 600 bags! If you have clean\, flimsy\, plastic checkout bags (#2 HDPE) to donate\, please drop them off in the Matting Change bin at the Center for the Heights or at 20 Chestnut St (south of Harvey’s) inside the front door.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/needham-is-matting-change-helping-the-homeless-is-in-the-bag-2/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunities
ORGANIZER;CN="Center at the Heights":MAILTO:akelley@needhamma.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191023T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191023T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202346
CREATED:20190928T002153Z
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SUMMARY:Solarize Plus Needham - Meet the Installers
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in attractive prices on technology which helps the environment? Solarize Mass Plus Needham is up and running. You can learn all about it at this Meet the Installer event on Wednesday\, October 23\, 7 p.m. at Needham Town Hall. Please join us to find out how residents can take advantage of discounted pricing on Rooftop Solar and on Air Source Heat Pumps which heat and cool a home. Additionally\, the event will include information about electric cars as part of the Drive Green program of the Green Energy Consumers Alliance. \nThis event will feature the two companies that were chosen as installer partners after a careful vetting process. \n\nBoston Solar will present rooftop PV technology\, why people are installing it\, and how it benefits the environment and your wallet. They will also explain how the current Massachusetts incentive program works.\nN.E.T.R. Inc. will present information about air source heat pump technologies\, the ways heat pumps are used in homes today and the many current rebates available.\n\nBoth companies will be available for individual questions and consultations. Additionally\, a representative from Green Energy Consumers Alliance will discuss the discounts available through their Drive Green program. \nSolarize Mass Plus Needham is a partnership between the Town of Needham\, the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center\, the Mass. Department of Energy Resources\, and local volunteers organized by Green Needham.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/solarize-plus-needham-meet-the-installers-2/
LOCATION:Powers Hall\, Needham Town Hall\, 1471 Highland Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Solar,Solarize Plus
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ORGANIZER;CN="Green Needham Collaborative":MAILTO:info@greenneedham.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191026T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191026T130000
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SUMMARY:Solarize Plus Needham - Solarize Home Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Solarize Mass Plus Needham invites you to visit three homes in Needham to learn about Rooftop Solar\, Air Source Heat Pumps and Electric Cars!\n  \n\nAll are welcome to attend and meet the vendors who were selected by the Town of Needham to support us during this Solarize program with their special pricing for these products. Representatives from Boston Solar\, N.E.T.R.\, Inc. and the Drive Green program of the Green Energy Consumers Alliance will be on hand to discuss possibilities for your home. These three technologies complement each other so well…heat your home and power your car using your rooftop solar! Save money and reduce your carbon footprint! Air source heat pumps are especially cost saving for homes that are currently heated by oil. \n\n\nOpen House Locations:\n  \n\n\nDonna & Bill Vello:\n141 Hawthorn Ave\nNeedham\n  \n\n\nStephen & Heidi Frail\n29 Powers Street\nNeedham\n  \n\n\nBeth & Jim Agostino\n14 Edgewood Street\nNeedham
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/solarize-plus-needham-solarize-home-showcase/
CATEGORIES:Solar,Solarize Plus
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ORGANIZER;CN="Green Needham Collaborative":MAILTO:info@greenneedham.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191027T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191027T210000
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CREATED:20191025T001838Z
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SUMMARY:Needham Community Farm's 2019 Harvest Celebration and Silent Auction
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, October 27\, 6 pm to 9 pm\, the Needham Community Farm is having its annual Harvest Celebration and Silent Auction (see event details below). This is a fun and uplifting event with inspirational speakers\, lots of great auction items\, and of course\, delicious food. Most importantly though\, the funds raised at this event support food donations for families in need in our community\, as well as environmental education and community building programs for the entire community.  \n\n\nGreen Practices\nWe are taking special care to implement green practices for this event! Considerations include managing food scraps\, excluding single use plastics\, selecting menu items carefully\, and weighing the issues of washing dishes and glasses vs. using compostable items.\n\n \nAuction\nMany businesses from Needham and beyond have been highly generous\, providing a variety of goods and services to place in our auction: Categories include:\n\nArts & Crafts\nBeauty & Spa\nEnvironmentally friendly products\nHealth & Wellness\nHome & Garden\nOne-of-a-kind items \nRestaurants and Food \nWine & Beer\n\nREGISTER HERE\n \nDONATE HERE
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/needham-community-farms-2019-harvest-celebration-and-silent-auction/
LOCATION:Hearth Pizzeria\, 974 Great Plain Avenue\, Needham \, MA\, 02492
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:20191102T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191102T110000
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SUMMARY:Solarize Plus Needham - Educational Seminar for Homeowners
DESCRIPTION:LOCATION:\nN.E.T.R. Inc\n85 Flagship Drive\, Unit D\nNorth Andover\, MA 01845 \nDATE:\nSaturday\, November 2\, 2019 \nTIME:\n9:30 am – 11:00 am \n \nThis event will feature the organizations that were chosen as installer partners for Solarize Plus Needham: \n\nN.E.T.R. Inc. will present information about air source heat pump technologies\, the ways heat pumps are used in homes today and the many current rebates available.\nBoston Solar will present rooftop PV technology\, why people are installing it\, and how it benefits the environment and your wallet. They will also explain how the current Massachusetts incentive program works.\nGreen Energy Consumers Alliance will present information about rebates and incentives on electric cars through their Drive Green program.\n\nAll three companies will be available for individual questions and consultations. \nA continental breakfast will be served. \nRESERVE A SEAT TODAY!\nSeating is strictly limited to 20 people per seminar\, and must be reserved. Please reserve your seat here. First come first served. \nIf you have questions about these seminar\, please call Gina at N.E.T.R. at 781-933-6387.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/educational-seminar-for-homeowners/
CATEGORIES:Solarize Plus
ORGANIZER;CN="N.E.T.R. Inc.":MAILTO:info@netrinc.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191106T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191106T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202346
CREATED:20190922T002009Z
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SUMMARY:Needham is Matting Change - Helping the Homeless Is  "In The Bag"
DESCRIPTION:We should all be bringing our own re-useable bags with us when you shop\, but if we end up with a few single use plastic bags\, here’s a great way to repurpose them. \nFounded by a recent high school graduate\, @MattingChange aims to reconfigure single-use plastic bags into comfortable and durable sleeping mats for people experiencing homelessness. By putting a spin on a traditional textiles technique\, these mats can be made by anyone and provide critical relief\, especially in the colder months. The mats will be donated to Needham-based Generic Ministry to support their work with individuals experiencing homelessness in Boston.  This labor-intensive project needs the help of many hands\, ages 11 to 111. \nJoin the community in giving back\, while keeping bags out of the waste stream! A series of workshops will be held from 2:30-5pm on the early-release and no-school days of Wednesdays Sept. 25\, Oct. 9 Oct. 23 and Nov 6. For more information and to sign up\, please contact Aicha Kelley at The Center at The Heights at akelley@needhamma.gov or 781-455-7555. \nMaking a single mat requires 600 bags! If you have clean\, flimsy\, plastic checkout bags (#2 HDPE) to donate\, please drop them off in the Matting Change bin at the Center for the Heights or at 20 Chestnut St (south of Harvey’s) inside the front door.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/needham-is-matting-change-helping-the-homeless-is-in-the-bag-3/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Center at the Heights":MAILTO:akelley@needhamma.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191108T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191108T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202346
CREATED:20191107T152519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191107T152711Z
UID:11547-1573214400-1573218000@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:EV101 Training for Needham Volunteers
DESCRIPTION:Drive Green’s mission is to protect our climate and environment by getting electric vehicles on the road in place of gas-powered cars. Through pre-negotiated discounts to purchase or lease\, educational resources\, advocacy\, and test-drive opportunities\, Drive Green’s one-of-a-kind platform makes going electric the right choice for our planet and the smart choice for your life. \nJoin our webinar to learn more about EVs: \nEV101 – Solarize Plus Needham\nFri\, Nov 8\, 2019 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM EST \nPlease join my meeting from your computer\, tablet or smartphone.\nhttps://global.gotomeeting.com/join/452638757 \nYou can also dial in using your phone.\nUnited States: +1 (312) 757-3121 \nAccess Code: 452-638-757 \nNew to GoToMeeting? Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts:\nhttps://global.gotomeeting.com/install/452638757
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/ev101-training-for-needham-volunteers/
CATEGORIES:Solarize Plus
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191112T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191112T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202346
CREATED:20191024T123425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191110T200053Z
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SUMMARY:Solarize Plus Needham - Solar Wine Tasting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Solar Wine Tasting!  As part of the Solarize Mass Plus Needham Program\, Boston Solar will be hosting a Solar 101 wine night at Vino di Vino in Needham.  Join us and enjoy some wines made with solar power.  You will also have a chance to learn more about how you can save with solar! \nWe  will have at least 10 wines for folks to try including whites and reds from: \nTrione Winery\nRussian River Valley\, California \nInnman Family Wines\nSonoma Valley\, California \nGrant Moraine\nYamhill\, Oregon \nDon’t forget to RSVP on Facebook.   Search @bostonsolarco and click on events!
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/solarize-plus-needham-solar-wine-tasting/
LOCATION:Vino di Vino\, 922 Highland Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02494\, United States
CATEGORIES:Solarize Plus
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ORGANIZER;CN="Green Needham Collaborative":MAILTO:info@greenneedham.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191119T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191119T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202346
CREATED:20191101T153416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191101T153453Z
UID:11539-1574188200-1574195400@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Film Showing: Paris to Pittsburgh
DESCRIPTION:RISE Documentary films is putting on an exciting evening about Climate Change.   Mariama White- Hammond will speak before a film screening of Paris to Pittsburgh on Nov 19th in Dedham at 6:30 pm. \nThe 78-minute film documents “the impassioned efforts of individuals who are battling the most severe threats of climate change in their own backyards. Set against the national debate over the United States’ energy future-and the Trump administration’s explosive decision to exit the Paris Climate Agreement-the film captures what’s at stake for communities around the country and the inspiring ways Americans are responding.” \nYou can watch the trailer here. \nThe program is FREE and there is a community reception beforehand. \n 
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/film-showing-paris-to-pittsburgh-2/
LOCATION:Mother Brook Arts & Community Center\, 123 High St\, Dedham\, MA\, 02060
CATEGORIES:Climate Change Science
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191203T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191203T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202346
CREATED:20190907T141200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190907T141200Z
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SUMMARY:Needham Adult Education: Electric Cars and Hybrids
DESCRIPTION:Are you thinking of buying an electric car or a hybrid and would like to learn more about the options? This class will answer your questions about options currently available\, what they cost\, how they work\, their range\, charging time\, and performance. You will also receive information on financial incentives\, market trends and environmental benefits. The instructor can describe his experience with two hybrids and three electric cars. \nInstructor:  Peter Kane \nCheck out other Needham Adult Education programs. \n 
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/needham-adult-education-electric-cars-and-hybrids-2/
LOCATION:Needham High School – Room 206\, Webster St\, Needham
CATEGORIES:Transportation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Needham Community Education":MAILTO:Amy_Goldman@needham.k12.ma.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191204T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191204T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202346
CREATED:20191126T180951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191126T180951Z
UID:11611-1575486000-1575489600@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Brookline's Gas Moratorium Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Did you see the news about Brookline’s town meeting passing a moratorium on gas in new buildings? Are you interested in implementing a gas moratorium in your town?  Come learn from the Brookline co-petitioners about how they built power in their town meeting to vote for a bylaw that bans gas pipes in new construction projects. \nMCAN is happy to be partnering with Toxics Action Center and Pipeline Awareness Network to sponsor this webinar to answer questions about introducing bylaws and other avenues to getting to a gas moratorium on new construction. \nWhat: Brookline’s Gas Moratorium Webinar \nWhen: Wednesday\, December 4th from 7:00-8:00pm \nWhere: Online (Click here to RSVP) \nWe are looking forward to you joining us to learn more about effectively implementing a gas moratorium!
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/brooklines-gas-moratorium-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Activism
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191206T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191206T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202346
CREATED:20191126T173837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191126T175050Z
UID:11594-1575619200-1575633600@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Brigham & Women's Host Climate Change Event with Howie Frumkin and Bill McKibben
DESCRIPTION:The PHS group at Brigham & Women’s Hospital are sponsoring a “Grand Rounds” event featuring Howie Frumkin and Bill McKibben on Dec. 6th\, from 8am-noon at the  Brigham ( see flyer with details).  It is open to the public and there is a link  for anyone to watch it online. \nView the live broadcast feed: https:  //bwhedtech.media.partners.org/programs/live/mgr/ \n 
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/brigham-womens-host-climate-change-event-with-howie-frumkin-and-bill-mckibben/
LOCATION:Brigham & Women’s Hospital\, 75 Francis St. Bornstein Amphitheater\, Boston\, MA\, 02115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate Change Science
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200110T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200110T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202346
CREATED:20200106T153624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200106T155520Z
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SUMMARY:Solar and Coffee with Boston Solar
DESCRIPTION:  \nSolar and Coffee with Boston Solar\n  \nInterested in the Solarize Mass Plus Needham Program? Join us this Friday at the French Press Bakery and Cafe in Needham! Boston Solar will be there from 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM to answer all your Solarize questions. Stop by and have a coffee on us! Don’t forget to RSVP on Facebook and let us know if you’ll be there! \n  \n \n 
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/solar-and-coffee-with-boston-solar/
LOCATION:French Press Bakery and Cafe\, 74 Chapel Street\, Needham\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Solarize Plus
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ORGANIZER;CN="Boston Solar":MAILTO:info@bostonsolar.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200129T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200129T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202346
CREATED:20190907T143836Z
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SUMMARY:Needham Adult Education: Intro to Permaculture: Grow Fruits\, Nuts\, Herbs and More in Your Backyard
DESCRIPTION:If bad climate news is getting you down\, here is something fun that you can do to make the world a better place right in your own backyard! Permaculture is a way to grow fruits\, nuts\, herbs and vegetables\, that intentionally mimics patterns and relationships found in natural ecosystems. In a permaculture garden\, everything works together in synergy–the soil life\, different plants supporting each other\, and the gardener. As a result\, a permaculture garden requires less water\, fertilizer\,\npest-control and work than a conventional garden and is highly productive. It is also a natural habitat for wildlife\,\nincluding pollinators and butterflies\, and a way to sequester some of that excess carbon floating around.  This workshop will introduce you to the basic principles of permaculture and will give you practical ideas to get\nstarted with. \nLimited to 15. \nInstructor: Babette Wills \nDates: 2 Wednesdays\, January 29-February 5\nTime: 6:30-8:00PM\n@ Needham High School\, Room 909 Fee: $45 \nCheck out other Needham Adult Education programs.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/needham-adult-education-intro-to-permaculture-grow-fruits-nuts-herbs-and-more-in-your-backyard/
LOCATION:Needham High School – room 909\, 1330 Highland Ave\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food
ORGANIZER;CN="Needham Community Education":MAILTO:Amy_Goldman@needham.k12.ma.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200131T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200131T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202346
CREATED:20200112T170133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200116T170439Z
UID:11818-1580497200-1580504400@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Go Solar Right Here in Needham!
DESCRIPTION:You’re Invited! And bring along your Needham friends and neighbors! \nGather for wine\, beer\, apps\, dessert and door prizes ’round the woodstove. Learn about going solar and/or installing air source heat pumps here in Needham! Save the date for Friday\, Jan. 31st from 7pm-9pm. (Snow date Feb. 8th) The Town’s official Solarize Needham vendors\, Boston Solar and N.E.T.R.\, will be on hand to answer all your questions! Feel free to just drop by\, or you can let us know you are coming by emailing us or signing up on FaceBook! \nQuestions? Contact Liz at lizgregg1306@gmail.com or\nDonna Vello at donna.vello@gmail.com \nhosted by: \nBoston Solar \nSolarize Mass Plus \nGreen Needham Collaborative
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/go-solar-right-here-in-needham/
LOCATION:Liz Gregg’s Home\, 1306 Great Plain Ave\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Solarize Plus
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ORGANIZER;CN="Green Needham Collaborative":MAILTO:info@greenneedham.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200204T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200204T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202346
CREATED:20200118T225605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200118T225605Z
UID:11862-1580842800-1580848200@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Public Meeting: Complete Streets Program in Needham
DESCRIPTION:Join the Town of Needham at a public meeting on Tuesday\, February 4\, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. to learn more about the Complete Streets program and share your experiences and thoughts for improvements for pedestrian and bicycle travel in Needham.  Needham Town Hall\, 1471 Highland Avenue\, Needham\, MA  02492.  Any questions\, please contact Carys Lustig\, Department of Public Works clustig@needhamma.gov. \nRead about event on Town’s website
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/public-meeting-complete-streets-program-in-needham/
LOCATION:Needham Town Hall\, 1471 Highland Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Transportation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200206T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200206T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202346
CREATED:20200115T200443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200125T000818Z
UID:11847-1580990400-1580994000@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Electric Vehicle (EV) 101 webinar:  12-1pm
DESCRIPTION:Green Needham has partnered with the non-profit Green Energy Consumers Alliance to make it easier for you to go electric as you’re going solar. Green Energy Consumers runs a program called Drive Green that makes researching\, test-driving\, and buying or leasing electric cars easier and more affordable. Join us for this hour-long webinar to get all of your electric car questions answered! We’ll talk about why electric vehicles are a good choice\, how charging works\, available incentives\, and more! \nRegister for the webinar. \n 
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/electric-vehicle-ev-101-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Solarize Plus
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200206T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200206T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202347
CREATED:20200116T230658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200125T000729Z
UID:11856-1581015600-1581019200@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Electric Vehicle (EV) 101 webinar: 7-8pm
DESCRIPTION:Green Needham has partnered with the non-profit Green Energy Consumers Alliance to make it easier for you to go electric as you’re going solar. Green Energy Consumers runs a program called Drive Green that makes researching\, test-driving\, and buying or leasing electric cars easier and more affordable. Join us for this hour-long webinar to get all of your electric car questions answered! We’ll talk about why electric vehicles are a good choice\, how charging works\, available incentives\, and more! \nRegister for the webinar. \n 
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/electric-vehicle-ev-101-webinar-2/
CATEGORIES:Solarize Plus
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200206T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200206T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202347
CREATED:20190907T145526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190907T145526Z
UID:11127-1581015600-1581021000@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Needham Adult Education: Keeping Bees: A Year in the Life of a Honeybee Colony and Its Beekeeper
DESCRIPTION:Birgit deWeerd is a beekeeper in Bedford\, MA. A chemist by profession\, she first became fascinated with beekeeping 30 years ago\, when a friend gave her a jar of honey produced by bees from her own hives. Join Birgit for an engaging presentation on the activities in and around a beehive\, starting in January and ending in the fall with the honey harvest. You will learn about the social interactions of honeybees\, pollen and nectar collection activities\, honey productions\, and the evolution of beekeeping from medieval times to the 21st century.  You may even become inspired to become a beekeeper yourself! Further resources on how to become a beekeeper will be provided. Birgit’s honey\, skin cream\, and book will be available for purchase for those interested.  This will be a delightful evening for gardeners\, those considering beekeeping as a hobby\, and anyone interested in the fascinating life of bees. \nLimited to 15.\nInstructor: Birgit DeWeerd \nCheck out other Needham Adult Education programs.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/needham-adult-education-keeping-bees-a-year-in-the-life-of-a-honeybee-colony-and-its-beekeeper/
LOCATION:Needham High School – Room 206\, Webster St\, Needham
CATEGORIES:Home
ORGANIZER;CN="Needham Adult Education":MAILTO:amy_goldman@needham.k12.ma.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200211T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200211T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202347
CREATED:20200206T010259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200206T010259Z
UID:11902-1581449400-1581454800@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Public Hearing on Ridge Hill and Nike Site
DESCRIPTION:The Needham Select Board will hold a public hearing on the present and future uses and management of the Ridge Hill Reservation and Nike Site on Tuesday\, February 11\, at James Hugh Powers Hall beginning at 7:30 PM.\n\nRidge Hill and Nike are Town-owned properties\, in the western part of Needham\, accessible from Charles River Street and from Pine Street.  They total approximately 225 acres of land.  Of that\, two areas: 3 acres around the former estate buildings at Ridge Hill\, and the 18-acre Nike Site\, are under the jurisdiction of the Select Board. The remainder is under jurisdiction of the Town’s Conservation Commission. The Nike Site is the current home of the Needham Community Farm and the Needham Dog Park.\n\nThe hearing will include information and discussion of current uses\, conditions\, and management of the properties\, and potential for future uses or development of the Select Board’s jurisdictional areas. Subjects will include proposed demolition of structures at Ridge Hill\, and the 2018 report by the consulting firm Weston and Sampson to the Select Board and Conservation Commission.\n\nMembers of the public will have an opportunity to ask questions and provide input at the hearing. A copy of the Weston and Sampson report is available at:\n\n\nhttp://www.needhamma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/17372/Ridge-Hill-Weston_-Sampson-Final-Report-11_2018?bidId= .   As the report is a large PDF document\, many users may find it easiest to read if they download and save the PDF onto their own device.\n\nThe Board invites all residents and interested parties to attend and participate. Written comments may also be submitted to the Select Board\, c/o Needham Town Hall\, 1471 Highland Avenue\, Needham\, MA 02492 or by email to selectboard@needhamma.gov.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/public-hearing-on-ridge-hill-and-nike-site/
LOCATION:Powers Hall\, Needham Town Hall\, 1471 Highland Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200224T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200224T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202347
CREATED:20200115T195813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200210T205953Z
UID:11843-1582572600-1582578000@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Temple Beth Shalom Environmental Action Committee Workshop: Solar Panels and the Needham Solarize Plus Program
DESCRIPTION:The Environmental Action Committee at Temple Beth Shalom is hosting Solarize Mass Plus Needham\, a program to promote rooftop solar\, air source heat pumps\, which heat and cool a home\, as well as electric cars. Boston Solar will present on the benefits of “going solar” and help you determine if solar will work on your home. The program is free and open to the public.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/solarize-plus-event-at-temple-beth-shalom-tbd/
LOCATION:Temple Beth Shalom\, 670 Highland Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02494\, United States
CATEGORIES:Solarize Plus
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ORGANIZER;CN="Green Needham Collaborative":MAILTO:info@greenneedham.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200304T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200304T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202347
CREATED:20200221T222657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200222T034810Z
UID:11994-1583350200-1583355600@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Workshop on Electric/Plug-in Hybrid Cars at Temple Beth Shalom
DESCRIPTION:Want to learn about electric vehicles (EVs)?  Then join Temple Beth Shalom ‘s Environmental Action Committee on Wednesday\, March 4th at 7:30 pm for their Electric/Plug-in Electric Cars workshop.  Green Energy Consumers Alliance\, part of the Solarize Plus Needham program currently underway\, will tell you all about the benefits of EVs\, plug-in hybrids vs. full electric vehicles\, EV charging options\, driving ranges of different vehicles\, and their “Drive Green” program\, which allows consumers to get EVs at discounted prices at area dealerships.  The program is free and open to the public – all are welcome.\n \n 
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/workshop-on-electric-plug-in-electric-cars-at-temple-beth-shalom/
LOCATION:Temple Beth Shalom\, 670 Highland Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02494\, United States
CATEGORIES:Solarize Plus
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ORGANIZER;CN="Green Needham Collaborative":MAILTO:info@greenneedham.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200307T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200307T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202347
CREATED:20191029T151519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200122T152757Z
UID:11532-1583571600-1583600400@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Local Environmental Action Annual Conference 2020 (MCAN)
DESCRIPTION:Mass Climate Action Network’s (MCAN) annual conference is back! Local Environmental Action 2020 will be on Saturday\, March 7th in Boston\, MA and you don’t want to miss it.  \nRegistration is officially open. Reserve your spot today! \nWe believe that change happens when people come together\, form a plan\, and take action. That’s why we are bringing together hundreds of activists from across the region to share the skills you need to make change in your communities\, learn more about the problems facing our world today\, and get re-inspired to keep up the fight.  \nWe know that the most meaningful climate action comes from the grassroots up. We also know that to win a healthy\, sustainable future\, we’ll need a powerful movement. And that’s why we’re inviting you to join us on March 7th—to get trained up on organizing skills\, connected with other activists\, and get ready and inspired to make climate solutions happen in your community. \nJoin us at Local Environmental Action to get ready to fight for the future you want to see. Don’t miss out – Register for Local Environmental Action 2020 today! \nWe’re proud to partner with the Toxics Action Center to bring you this full day of inspiring speakers\, powerful workshops\, and networking with other activists. We can’t wait to see you there. \nEarly bird prices are still available!  \nIt’s Not Just Climate Strikes: Mass Movements from Around the World \nThis workshop will bring international climate activists to the table to speak on what is happening with the climate movement across the globe and how mass movements are key to climate action. \nSolutions from the South! Racial Capitalism\, Today’s Trash Problem and What we can Learn from the Global South \nWe don’t usually think about the global connections our trash has. In this workshop\, allies from the Global South will speak to how racism and capitalism has created the waste problem and how it affects people differently across the globe. \nJust Transition for a Solidarity Economy: Envisioning and Creating the Bright New World we Know is Possible \nThis workshop will allow you to push our imaginations to imagine a just transition and an economy that puts people and planet over profit. By focusing on the long-term benefits of climate solutions\, you can be inspired to stay in the climate fight for the long-haul. \nOne-to-One Connections: Practicing Deep Connection to Build Your Group and Your Power \nIn this workshop\, you’ll explore the key components of one-to-ones and leave ready to have deeper\, more meaningful connections with current and future members of your group. \n  \nCheck out the full list of workshops and register today.  \nWe believe that change happens when people come together\, form a plan\, and take action. That’s why we’re excited to see you at Local Environmental Action alongside hundreds of activists and community leaders from across the region. 
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/local-environmental-action-2020-mcan/
LOCATION:Northeastern University – Curry Center (building 50).\, Boston\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activism
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200307T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200307T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202347
CREATED:20200228T000830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200228T000830Z
UID:12009-1583575200-1583586000@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Wellesley Rotary Club holds its eighth Repair Café at the Wellesley Recreation Center
DESCRIPTION:The Rotary Club of Wellesley is holding its eighth Repair Café at the Wellesley Recreation Center on March 7th from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. At past Café’s\, coaches and attendees repaired several lamps\, chairs\, dish rack\, clock hands\, two vacuums\, copper water can handle\, two kitchen aid mixers\, sharpened knives\, and removed a frozen door handle. The Wellesley Library will set up a “mobile library station” with lots of DIY and “fix it” books. Bring your tired and broken items to the Café!\nRepair Cafés are free meeting places and they’re all about repairing things (together).  At the Café\, attendees will find tools\, materials to make most repairs\, and volunteer coaches ready to help fix broken items. \nMore information is available on our web site . \nPlease register on the Rotary Club of Wellesley’s website at the link above. If you have an item to repair\, register as a guest to attend the Café. Please list the item you want to repair in the comments section of the registration form. Feel free to post or distribute the attached flyer. \nHope to see you with a repair item soon! \nJohn Adams\nRepair Coach\n617-817-0314
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/wellesley-rotary-club-holds-its-eighth-repair-cafe-at-the-wellesley-recreation-center/
LOCATION:Wellesley Recreation Center\, 90 Washington St\, Wellesley Hills\, MA\, 02481
CATEGORIES:Toward Zero Waste
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200315T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200315T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202347
CREATED:20200115T200032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200312T144316Z
UID:11845-1584270000-1584279000@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Cancelled: Natural Resources Art and Solarize Event at Christ Episcopal Church
DESCRIPTION:2020-03-11 – This event has been cancelled.  Please connect with us online with questions about Solarize.\nThe Green Team at Christ Episcopal Church is teaming up with the Community Art Gallery to host Solarize Mass Plus Needham\, a program to promote rooftop solar\, air source heat pumps\, which heat and cool a home\, as well as electric cars. The Gallery will be presenting environmentally focused art that will be for purchase and viewing during the Community Art Gallery’s Natural Resource show. Stop in for a cup of coffee and dessert and meet the Town of Needham’s Solarize vendor choices\, Boston Solar\, N.E.T.R.\, and also learn about electric cars discounts through the Drive Green program of the Green Energy Consumers Alliance. We will meet in Upper Parish Hall on the ground level of the building. Enter from the Highland Ave entrance to the left of the Chapel\, or from Rosemary Street at the entrance under the awning. The program is free and open to the public. Please contact Donna Vello with any questions at donna.vello@gmail.com or 617-584-2939
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/solarize-plus-event-at-christ-episcopal-church-tbd/
LOCATION:Christ Episcopal Church\, Needham\, 1132 Highland Avenue\, \, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Solarize Plus
ORGANIZER;CN="Green Needham Collaborative":MAILTO:info@greenneedham.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200325T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200325T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202347
CREATED:20200324T223611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200324T224314Z
UID:12044-1585137600-1585141200@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Electric Vehicle (EV) 101 webinar:  March 25\, 12-1pm
DESCRIPTION:Green Needham has partnered with the non-profit Green Energy Consumers Alliance to make it easier for you to go electric as you’re going solar. Green Energy Consumers runs a program called Drive Green that makes researching\, test-driving\, and buying or leasing electric cars easier and more affordable. Join us for this hour-long webinar to get all of your electric car questions answered! We’ll talk about why electric vehicles are a good choice\, how charging works\, available incentives\, and more! \nRegister for the webinar.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/electric-vehicle-ev-101-webinar-7-8pm-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200325T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200325T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202347
CREATED:20200324T223422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200324T224333Z
UID:12042-1585162800-1585166400@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Electric Vehicle (EV) 101 webinar: March 25\, 7-8pm
DESCRIPTION:Green Needham has partnered with the non-profit Green Energy Consumers Alliance to make it easier for you to go electric as you’re going solar. Green Energy Consumers runs a program called Drive Green that makes researching\, test-driving\, and buying or leasing electric cars easier and more affordable. Join us for this hour-long webinar to get all of your electric car questions answered! We’ll talk about why electric vehicles are a good choice\, how charging works\, available incentives\, and more! \nRegister for the webinar.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/electric-vehicle-ev-101-webinar-7-8pm/
CATEGORIES:Solarize Plus
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