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SUMMARY:Meatless Monday - Dave Becker Zoom Cooking Class
DESCRIPTION:On Monday\, February 8\, at 6:30 p.m.\, Chef Dave Becker\, owner of Sweet Basil and Juniper restaurants\, will show us how to create an unforgettable meatless meal while we enjoy the same meal (dinner for two) in our homes. \nHere’s how it works: \n\nYou register and pay $75.\nPrior to the event\, you will receive an email with final details and a link to join the cooking class.\nDave’s restaurant will prepare a three-course meatless\, fully cooked\, takeout meal for two.\nYou pick it up at Juniper in Wellesley from 5:45 to 6:15 p.m. on February 8. Optional bottle(s) of wine\, selected for the meal\, may be purchased at pick-up.\nAt 6:30 p.m.\, join Dave and other diners as we watch him live on Zoom preparing the meal from his home.\nEnjoy the meal while you watch!\n\nThe $75 fee includes: a three-course takeout meal for two\, cooking class with Dave on Zoom\, a Dave Becker cookbook\, and a donation to the Needham Community Council Food Pantry. You will be emailed final details and a link to join the Zoom event prior to February 8. \nThere is a limit of 100 Zoom participants. You may purchase more than one meal (each meal serves two). The event will be recorded and posted on our website along with the recipes. \nThe League of Women Voters of Needham is responsible for the financial and logistical arrangements for this event. \nSee the invitation for details on the program and to purchase a ticket.<  February 2 is the last day to register.  And read more about Meatless Monday Needham and consider taking the Meatless Monday pledge!
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/meatless-monday-dave-becker-zoom-cooking-class/
CATEGORIES:Food
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210225T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210225T203000
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SUMMARY:Medfield Program:  Possibility of a Zero Net Energy School
DESCRIPTION:source: wickedlocal.com \nOn Thursday\, Feb. 25\, at 7 p.m.\, the Dale Street Sustainability Subcommittee of the Dale Street School Building Committee and the Medfield Energy Committee will hold a community forum on the energy efficiency options for the new school.  \nHear from Arrowstreet\, the Dale Street School architect\, about the design considerations to be made over the next two months related to energy efficiency and net zero emissions. \nThis is an opportunity to learn about the environmental concepts and design considerations so that when the technical analysis\, first cost\, lifetime cost and savings data are available\, there is community understanding of the concepts. \nA net zero building uses only the energy that it can generate and being able to achieve that is a function of the building design.  Among the design considerations are fuel type\, envelope efficiency\, mechanical systems/heat pumps\, solar power and battery storage.  We will also discuss other areas of building performance/sustainability related to the building design. \nAs an added feature\, representatives from Eversource will be available to discuss how these concepts can apply to your home.  Learn how to work toward maximum energy efficiency and reduce your energy costs and reliance on fossil fuels. \nVisit www.town.medfield.net/agendacenter\, then click on “Dale Street School Building Committee” for the agenda and Zoom link.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/medfield-program-possibility-of-a-zero-net-energy-school/
CATEGORIES:Energy Efficiency
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210313T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210313T150000
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SUMMARY:Emergency Everywhere - Needham Standout
DESCRIPTION:Join community organizers from Needham and rebels from Extinction Rebellion Boston at the Needham town center on Saturday 3/13 at 1 pm to call on the town to declare a Climate and Ecological Emergency.\n\nThere will be banners\, flags\, signs\, and climate cheer as we bring local attention to the Climate Emergency. We ask everyone to arrive masked and practice proper social distancing.\n\nExtinction Rebellion is currently working on building a coalition to write and advocate for a Climate and Ecological Emergency resolution. If you’d like to get plugged into the emerging campaign\, then email Becca Phillips at rebeccajemmaphillips@gmail.com\n\nThere is free street parking around the town center.\nAccessibility\nPublic Sidewalks
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/emergency-everywhere-needham-standout/
LOCATION:Needham Town Hall Green\, GPA & HIghland Ave\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210315T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210315T210000
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SUMMARY:A National Climate Action Plan
DESCRIPTION:With new national leadership we have a historic opportunity to tackle the climate crisis.   \nGreen Needham is pleased to join Temple Beth Shalom’s Environmental Action Committee to host a Zoom meeting on March 15th at 7:30 pm with Derek Walter\, the Environmental Defense Fund’s U.S. Climate Program Director.  Derek will discuss the EDF’s bold and comprehensive Climate Action Plan.   \nSince its founding in 1967\, the Environmental Defense Fund has grown to be one of the most effective and most respected environmental organizations in the United States.  To accomplish its work\, the EDF’s 750 scientists\, economists and business experts deploy science and technological innovation; economics and market incentives; nonpartisan policy\, law and advocacy; and private sector partnerships. \nThe EDF’s Climate Action Plan to stabilize the global climate focuses on the highest impact opportunities: the biggest emitting industrial sectors — energy\, transportation and land use; and the highest emitting regions — the United States\, European Union\, India\, China and Brazil. \nJoin us on March 15th at 7:30 pm by registering here.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/a-national-climate-action-plan/
CATEGORIES:Climate Change Science
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210501T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210501T140000
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SUMMARY:Needham Town Forest clean up
DESCRIPTION:Join Needham High School Environmental Action Club and Green Needham as we remove trash from Needham Town Forest.\nThe Town of Needham is providing trash bags\, and will carry away the filled bags to the RTS at the end of the event.\n\n\nPlease bring a friend\, a mask\, some water to keep hydrated\, and gloves if you have them.\n\n\nMeet at the quarry next to Claxton Field (where the Needham Booster’s annual Christmas Tree Sale is).
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/needham-town-forest-clean-up/
LOCATION:Needham Town Forest\, Entrance near corner Central Ave. and Marked Tree Road\, Needham\, MA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210504T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210504T210000
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SUMMARY:The Next Ten Years -- What Bold Climate Action Means for Us
DESCRIPTION:Heeding the dire warnings of climate scientists\, the Massachusetts legislature recently set ambitious goals for a 50% reduction of greenhouse gas emissions by 2030\, on the way to reaching net zero emissions by 2050.  Why are the next ten years so important? On Tuesday\, May 4 at 7:30 pm. First Parish in Needham\, with Green Needham as cosponsor\, will host a Zoom presentation on The Next Ten Years: What Bold Climate Action Means for Us. As part of its Lane Lyceum Tuesday Night Speaker Series\, First Parish has invited Larry Chretien\, executive director of the Green Energy Consumers Alliance\, and Kai Salem\, the organization’s Policy Coordinator\, to help us envision the changes necessary to meet the State’s emissions reduction targets. How will the new Massachusetts Climate Roadmap bill help make an environmentally just transition away from fossil fuels? What might this unprecedented pace of change mean for our everyday lives\, and how can we help? Find the Zoom link here.\n 
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/the-next-ten-years-what-bold-climate-action-means-for-us/
CATEGORIES:Activism,Energy Efficiency,Renewable Energy,Solar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210606T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210606T153000
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SUMMARY:Winds of Change Celebration at Needham Town Common
DESCRIPTION:We can all feel it…. the wind is turning\, change is on the way. Let us face towards it and fill our sails. Let us rise up on the winds of change. Let us reclaim our future and declare our will for a green and just world! \nThe COVID-19 pandemic has made us STOP\, look & take stock. \nIt has shown us how unfair and unjust our world is and how much we rely on others\, especially our mostly invisible citizens and other countries\, for our everyday needs. But\, all around us\, we are witnessing people rising to the challenges and we are all re-discovering the most important things in life: our immediate surroundings\, our health and the wellbeing of those who touch our lives\, and the need to solve our challenges together. \nWe notice how quickly governments can act if there is the political will to do so. For a very short time\, the highest greenhouse gas emitting countries demonstrated that it’s possible to create a society that doesn’t depend on dirty fossil fuel. \nBefore we are fully immersed in ‘business as usual’\, now is the time to celebrate the sheer love\, care\, and inventiveness of humans and to inspire ourselves and others to affirm that a greener and more just world is possible. \nLet us affix\, tie\, and secure our colours to the mast\, let them fly and make sure our hearts are to fly on the winds of change. Let us bedeck our homes and gardens with messages and symbols of appreciation\, hope\, solidarity and just demands. \nJoin us at 1:30 pm on Sunday\, June 6th in Needham at the Town Common for a collaborative event on behalf of Extinction Rebellion Boston\, Green Needham\, Mothers Out Front\, and EJN for families. We will be envisioning the future we would like for our children and future generations and celebrating the start of summer with kite flying\, windsocks\, and art. \nThis is a family-friendly community event. All are welcome. \nParticipants are requested to wear masks and social distance. \nThis event is part of the Emergency Everywhere Needham Campaign\, an effort to declare a climate and ecological emergency in the Town of Needham. \nPlease RSVP at the event website\, below.\nAccessibility\nWheelchair accessible
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/winds-of-change-celebration-at-needham-town-common/
LOCATION:Needham Town Common\, 1471 Highland Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210627T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210627T160000
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SUMMARY:Needham Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:We really hope you’re enjoying this first official week of summer! Hopefully\, you’re getting out and enjoying some safe sunshine (remember sunscreen and hats!)\, maybe heading to the beach\, or even just enjoying the view from your front door. \nTHIS WEEK AT THE MARKET – SUNDAY\, June. 27th  12-4 pm  Garrity Way at Needham Town Hall \n\n\nThis weekend\, you’ll find more of your favorite vendors (don’t forget to pre-order!): \n\nWho’s at the market? \nAmir’s Natural Foods \nBoston Sword & Tuna \nChestnut Farm \nFieldstone Kombucha \nFlores De Cafe \nFundamentally Nuts \nHearth Artisan Bread \nLe Petit Four \nMacArthur Farm \nThe Neighborhood Farm \nZen Bear Foods \n(Sunday\, July 4th the market will be closed. Make sure you pre-order and plan ahead!) \n  \nA note about masks and social distancing: \n\nFor fully vaccinated shoppers\, masks are welcome but not required.\nFor shoppers who are not fully vaccinated\, we ask that you continue to wear masks.\nWe ask all shoppers to be respectful of other’s need for space. Please exercise patience when vendors are busy and respect distancing to maintain a safe and inclusive market for all. \nOf course\, if you are feeling unwell or are under quarantine\, please stay at home.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/needham-farmers-market-58/
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:20210711T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210711T160000
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SUMMARY:Needham Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Did you miss us last week? Shop this Sunday 12-4pm on the Town Common! \nTHIS WEEK AT THE MARKET – SUNDAY\, July 11th  12-4 pm  Garrity Way at Needham Town Hall \n\n\nThis weekend\, you’ll find more of your favorite vendors (don’t forget to pre-order!): \n\nWho’s at the market? \nAmir’s Natural Foods \nBoston Sword & Tuna \nChestnut Farm \nFieldstone Kombucha \nFlores De Cafe \nFundamentally Nuts \nHearth Artisan Bread \nLe Petit Four \nMacArthur Farm \nThe Neighborhood Farm \nZen Bear Foods \nA note about masks and social distancing: \n\nFor fully vaccinated shoppers\, masks are welcome but not required.\nFor shoppers who are not fully vaccinated\, we ask that you continue to wear masks.\nWe ask all shoppers to be respectful of other’s need for space. Please exercise patience when vendors are busy and respect distancing to maintain a safe and inclusive market for all. \nOf course\, if you are feeling unwell or are under quarantine\, please stay at home.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/needham-farmers-market-59/
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:20210801T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210801T160000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210730T175722Z
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SUMMARY:Needham Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Did you miss us last week? Shop this Sunday 12-4pm on the Town Common! \nTHIS WEEK AT THE MARKET – SUNDAY\, Aug. 1st  12-4 pm  Garrity Way at Needham Town Hall \n\n\nThis weekend\, you’ll find more of your favorite vendors (don’t forget to pre-order!): \n\nWho’s at the market? \nAmir’s Natural Foods \nBoston Sword & Tuna \nChestnut Farm \nFieldstone Kombucha \nHearth Artisan Bread \nMacArthur Farm \nShazzy’s Sweets \nThe Neighborhood Farm \nValicenti Pasta Farm \nA note about masks and social distancing: \n\nFor fully vaccinated shoppers\, masks are welcome but not required.\nFor shoppers who are not fully vaccinated\, we ask that you continue to wear masks.\nWe ask all shoppers to be respectful of other’s need for space. Please exercise patience when vendors are busy and respect distancing to maintain a safe and inclusive market for all. \nOf course\, if you are feeling unwell or are under quarantine\, please stay at home.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/needham-farmers-market-60/
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:20210808T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210808T160000
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CREATED:20210807T160438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210807T160438Z
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SUMMARY:Needham Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Did you miss us last week? Shop this Sunday 12-4pm on the Town Common! \nTHIS WEEK AT THE MARKET – SUNDAY\, Aug. 8st  12-4 pm  Garrity Way at Needham Town Hall \n\n\nThis weekend\, you’ll find more of your favorite vendors (don’t forget to pre-order!): \n\nWho’s at the market? \nAmir’s Natural Foods \nBoston Sword & Tuna \nChestnut Farm \nFieldstone Kombucha \nFlores De Cafe \nFundamentally Nuts \nHearth Artisan Bread \nMacArthur Farm \nShazzy’s Sweets \nThe Neighborhood Farm \nA note about masks and social distancing: \n\nFor fully vaccinated shoppers\, masks are welcome but not required.\nFor shoppers who are not fully vaccinated\, we ask that you continue to wear masks.\nWe ask all shoppers to be respectful of other’s need for space. Please exercise patience when vendors are busy and respect distancing to maintain a safe and inclusive market for all. \nOf course\, if you are feeling unwell or are under quarantine\, please stay at home.neeh
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/needham-farmers-market-61/
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:20210917T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210917T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035108
CREATED:20210903T182057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210903T182656Z
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SUMMARY:Green Energy Consumers' Electric Car Happy Hour (Session 3 Of 3)
DESCRIPTION:Join Green Energy Consumer Alliance’s call to talk about EVs\n\nFriday\, September 17 2021\, 5:00pm – 6:00pm\nOnline – Zoom\n\n\nEV owners and enthusiasts alike are eager to chat about the benefits of driving electric. Electric Vehicle Chats are a chance for folks to come together to talk about EVs and for beginners to have their questions answered by experienced EV owners. These sessions are both informal and informative. \nRegister to join the conversation today. Then\, drop in anytime during the hour to chat with others\, ask questions\, and share experiences.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/electric-car-happy-hour-session-3-of-3/
CATEGORIES:Transportation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210918T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210918T140000
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CREATED:20210915T185809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210915T185809Z
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SUMMARY:Congregational Church of Needham Hosts Annual Yard Sale to benefit Guatemala Village
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, September 18th\, from 9 am to 2 pm the Congregational Church of Needham will host the 30th Annual Yard Sale fundraiser of the Guatemala Partnership\, an outreach initiative of the Church since 1987. The sale will be held on the Church’s front lawn at 1154 Great Plain Avenue\, Needham. \nOne of the town’s largest yard sales each year\, this event offers a huge selection of items\, including household goods\, small appliances\, electronics\, vintage items\, collectibles\, dolls\, musical instruments\, framed art/prints\, jewelry\, children’s equipment\, toys and games\, furniture\, sports equipment\, bicycles\, tools\, books\, and records/DVD’s (no clothing). \nProceeds will benefit education and health in the church’s sister village of Santa María Tzejá. \nFor more information contact Brenda Metzler at (781) 449-5696  or go to:  www.guatemalapartners.org
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/congregational-church-of-needham-hosts-annual-yard-sale-to-benefit-guatemala-village/
LOCATION:Congregational Church of Needham\, 1154 Great Plain Ave\, Needham 
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210927T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210927T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035108
CREATED:20210903T183126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210903T184011Z
UID:13929-1632769200-1632772800@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Green Energy Consumers' Webinar: Electric Vehicles 101
DESCRIPTION:Join Green Energy Consumer Alliance’s  National Drive Electric Week (NDEW) webinar to learn about Electric Vehicles (EVs)\n\nMonday\, September 27 2021\, 7:00pm – 8:00pm\nOnline – Zoom\n\n\nCurious about getting an electric vehicle (EV)\, but not sure where to start? Join us for our popular Electric Vehicles 101 webinar to learn the basics! We’ll cover environmental and consumer benefits\, information about batteries and charging\, state and federal incentives\, and have plenty of time to answer all of your questions. Make sure you don’t miss out on the first webinar of our National Drive Electric Week Series! \n\n\nRegister to participate.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/green-energy-consumers-electric-vehicles-101-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Transportation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210929T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210929T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035108
CREATED:20210903T183806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210903T183806Z
UID:13932-1632942000-1632945600@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Green Energy Consumers' Webinar: Everything You Need To Know About EV Charging
DESCRIPTION:Join Green Energy Consumer Alliance’s  National Drive Electric Week (NDEW) EV (electric vehicle) webinar\n\nWednesday\, September 29 2021\, 7:00pm – 8:00pm\nOnline – Zoom\n\n\nNational Drive Electric Week is in full swing! Making the switch to an electric car can be intimidating if you’re used to refueling with gasoline. Where will you charge? How much will it cost? How can you make sure you’re always charged up? The good news is that charging an electric vehicle (EV) is easier than you might think once you know the basics. Join this hour-long webinar presented by Drive Green to learn everything you need to know about EV charging so that you feel ready and confident to make your next car electric. There will be plenty of time to ask questions. \n\n\nRegister to participate.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/green-energy-consumers-webinar-everything-you-need-to-know-about-ev-charging/
CATEGORIES:Transportation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211102T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211102T200000
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SUMMARY:Equal Justice in Needham sponsors Candidates' Forum
DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday\, November 2\, from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. will take place on Zoom\, sponsored by Equal Justice in Needham\, as well as Progressive Needham\, AAPI Alliance Needham\, Chinese Friends of Needham\, and Indian Community of Needham. The Zoom link is HERE. \nYou can submit questions HERE. You will also have a chance to pose questions in the “chat” during the forum. \nThe hosting organizations will be asking candidates to submit written answers to a subset of questions shared with them in advance. Those answers will be shared with forum attendees right after the event.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/equal-justice-in-needham-sponsors-candidates-forum/
CATEGORIES:Uncategorized
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211117T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211117T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035108
CREATED:20211029T004339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211029T004339Z
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SUMMARY:League of Women Voters/Needham Candidates Night" forum
DESCRIPTION:On Wednesday\, November 17 at 7 p.m.\, the League of Women Voters of Needham will host “Candidates Night\,” a forum with a League moderator posing questions to the two candidates on a variety of issues. \nMembers of the public are invited to join the November 17 live Zoom event; click here to register.  All registered attendees will receive initial and reminder emails with instructions on joining the Zoom event. \nRegistered attendees may ask written questions during the forum. Questions may also be emailed in advance to lwvneedham@gmail.com. Questions should be relevant to both candidates for the office and to current issues. Submit questions by November 16. \nThe forum will be live streamed at The Needham Channel. It will also be recorded and available for later viewing on the Needham Channel and LWV websites. \nA Special Election page on the League’s website includes information and links on voting\, the Voter Guide\, registration for Candidates Night\, and a recording of Candidates Night as they become available.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/league-of-women-voters-needham-candidates-night-forum/
CATEGORIES:Uncategorized
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211207T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211207T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035108
CREATED:20211203T211239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211203T211239Z
UID:14391-1638880200-1638883800@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Green Energy Consumers Alliance (GECA) Fall Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join GECA for their annual solution-packed Fall Meeting! Their focus will be on Massachusetts climate action\, with four breakout groups. Choose which one you’d like to attend when you register. \nBeyond Offsets: Decarbonizing Flights\nAir travel is highly carbon-intensive. Talk with our partners at Jet-Set Offset to hear about technological advancements that could help. \nPhasing Out Gasoline\nCalifornia has a plan. New York has a new law. How fast can we phase-out gasoline in Massachusetts? \nGreen Municipal Aggregation: What’s New?\nAs more communities offer cleaner electricity to residents through our “Green Municipal Aggregation” model\, here’s why the state government could be doing a lot more to support it. \nBaker’s Turn: The Climate Roadmap\nThe legislature passed the Climate Roadmap. Here’s what needs to be done by the executive branch to implement the new law\, and new bills to ensure it’s success. \nClick here to register for this Zoom event.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/green-energy-consumers-alliance-geca-fall-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Activism
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220131T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220131T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035108
CREATED:20220118T170412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220118T170412Z
UID:14567-1643650200-1643657400@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:High Performance Building Design: Do It Smart: Do It Right
DESCRIPTION:Green Needham Collaborative is excited to be hosting an early evening event for builders\, lenders and real estate brokers as well as Town of Needham officials on building “green” net-zero energy homes and buildings. Our presenters will be sharing simple ways to increase the energy efficiency of a building\, both for new construction and renovations\, to reduce/eliminate greenhouse gas emissions—without significantly changing the way you do your work. We will also be learning about evaluating properties that have been designed with high efficiency in mind. \nPlease join us…\nMonday\, January 31st\nTime: 5:30pm—7:30pm\nLocation: Zoom Webinar\nRSVP:\nAs a thank you for attending\, Green Needham will be awarding five $100 gift cards for Needham restaurants at the end of the session.\nPlease register by clicking HERE or by emailing Donna Vello at donna.vello@gmail.com\nWe look forward to seeing you! \nPresenters:\nCraig Foley\, LAER Realty Partners\nStephanie Horowitz\, ZeroEnergy Design\nJonathan Kantar\, Sage Builders LLC\nJoel Boucher\, Boucher Energy Systems\, Inc.\nEd Quinlan\, Green Needham Collaborative \nPresentations will be followed by a Q&A session.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/high-performance-building-design-do-it-smart-do-it-right/
CATEGORIES:Energy Efficiency,Home,Renewable Energy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220201T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220201T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035108
CREATED:20220108T180353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220108T181618Z
UID:14512-1643740200-1643745600@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Needham Adult Education:  Intro to Sustainable Vegetable Gardening
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with the Needham Community Farm \nVirtual \nJoe Leghorn  \nHome-grown produce is far superior to what you can buy at the market because it is fresher. However\, the thought of starting your  \nown 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\, how to start your own seedlings\, and how to care for and maintain common vegetables. The class will also cover common pests and how they can be controlled by companion planting with annual flowers. After the sessions\, you will be ready to grow your own garden vegetables this year! Limited to 20. \nDates: 4 Tuesdays\, February 1-March 1 (no class 2/22)                    Time: 6:30-8:00 PM  \nFee: $155
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/needham-adult-education-intro-to-sustainable-vegetable-gardening-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Farm
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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:20220210T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220210T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035108
CREATED:20220130T193642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220130T193642Z
UID:14675-1644516000-1644521400@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Free "Meatless Monday Needham" Cooking Class
DESCRIPTION:Cook along with Meatless Monday Needham at a Zoom class on Thursday\, Feb. 10\, from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. Vegetarian cooking instructor Jessica Weiss will demonstrate how to cook a meatless dish featuring tofu\, mushrooms\, aromatics and Indian spices. Register for this free class and you will receive a list of ingredients and a Zoom link. You may cook along or just watch the preparation of this delicious meal. And if you haven’t already signed the Meatless Monday Needham pledge\, we hope you will be inspired to do so!
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/free-meatless-monday-needham-cooking-class/
CATEGORIES:Food
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220222T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220222T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035108
CREATED:20220219T181358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220219T181358Z
UID:14784-1645554600-1645560000@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:LWV Sponsors Film Screening: "We Did it For You! Women's Journey Through History"
DESCRIPTION:Join Suffrage 100MA on Tuesday\, February 22\, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. for a free film screening of the musical theater production We Did It For You! Women’s Journey Through History\, followed by a Q&A session with playwright Thea Iberall. \nSponsored by the League of Women Voters/Needham.  Register here.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/lwv-sponsors-film-screening-we-did-it-for-you-womens-journey-through-history/
CATEGORIES:Uncategorized
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220224T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220224T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035108
CREATED:20220219T212532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220219T213529Z
UID:14792-1645696800-1645700400@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Green Energy Consumers Alliance hosts "Electric Vehicles (EVs) 101" Zoom Call
DESCRIPTION:Electric Vehicles (EVs) 101\nThursday\, February 24th @ 10AM\nJoin Green Energy Consumers Alliance’s “Electric Vehicles (EVs) 101” zoom call.  They’ll cover environmental and consumer benefits\, information about batteries and charging\, state and federal incentives to purchase or lease\, and more. Plus\, we’ll have plenty of time to answer all of your questions. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/green-energy-consumers-alliance-hosts-electric-vehicles-evs-101-zoom-call/
CATEGORIES:Transportation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220309T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220309T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035108
CREATED:20220205T164250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220221T144805Z
UID:14733-1646854200-1646854200@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Temple Beth Shalom Hosts EDF for Update on its National Climate Action Planning
DESCRIPTION:Join Temple Beth Shalom on March 9th at 7:30 PM\, when it hosts the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) for an update about its National Climate Action Planning. Derek Walker will be the speaker. \nClick here to register for the Zoom call.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/temple-beth-shalom-hosts-edf-for-update-on-its-national-climate-action-planning/
CATEGORIES:Climate Change Science,Houses of Worship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220310T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220310T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035108
CREATED:20220219T213538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220219T213538Z
UID:14797-1646928000-1646931600@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Green Energy Consumers Alliance hosts "Electric Vehicles (EVs) Chat: Fun Cars" Zoom Call
DESCRIPTION:Electric Vehicles (EVs) Chat: Fun Cars\nThursday\, March 10th @ 4PM\nJoin Green Energy Consumers Alliance’s “Electric Vehicles (EVs) Chat: Fun Cars” zoom call.  We’re branching out from the Bolt and the LEAF! Both are fantastic cars\, but it’s time to hear from excellent EV owners who have different models  – like the Kia Soul EV\, pictured below. Stop in to chat with people who drive electric. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/green-energy-consumers-alliance-hosts-electric-vehicles-evs-chat-fun-cars-zoom-call/
CATEGORIES:Transportation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220311T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220311T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035108
CREATED:20220307T030538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220307T030538Z
UID:14882-1646996400-1647000000@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:First Parish in Needham Event to Remind Everyone of Climate Change Emergency
DESCRIPTION:At 11 a.m. on the 11th day of March (Friday)\, First Parish in Needham and the Congregational Church of Needham will join other Massachusetts houses of worship in ringing their bells to remind people that it is the “eleventh hour” in the battle against climate change. As the bells ring\, congregants and others concerned about climate change will stand outside with signs highlighting the need for bold action to address the climate crisis. \nThe organizers are inviting anyone concerned about climate change to join them or to participate at their own house of worship. The event will be repeated on Monday\, April 11 and possibly beyond. First Parish in Needham is located at 23 Dedham Ave. and the Congregational Church in Needham is located at 1154 Great Plain Ave. Contact Eleanor Rosellini efrosell@aol.com for more information. \nIdeas for actions that individuals can take to address the climate crisis will appear on the GreenNeedham home page.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/first-parish-in-needham-event-to-remind-everyone-of-climate-change-emergency/
LOCATION:First Parish in Needham\, 23 Dedham Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
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:20220312T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220312T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035108
CREATED:20220108T182348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220108T182348Z
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SUMMARY:Needham Adult Education:  Pruning Shrubs and Small Trees
DESCRIPTION:In-person \nPeter Hauschka \nOrnamental trees and landscape plantings can rapidly outgrow their allotted spaces leading to crowding\, shading\, and loss of vigor. Pruning will reshape and reinvigorate their growth. This hands-on course will cover: 1) visual planning of which cuts to make and why; 2) safe use of hand tools to remove dead wood and excessive growth. Limited to 12. \nDate: Saturday\, March 12 (rain date Sunday 3/13)                       Time: 10:00 AM- 12:00 PM \nLocation: Instructor’s Needham garden                        Fee: $39
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/needham-adult-education-pruning-shrubs-and-small-trees/
CATEGORIES:Home
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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:20220320T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220320T151500
DTSTAMP:20260404T035108
CREATED:20220228T220859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220228T220859Z
UID:14855-1647784800-1647789300@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:2022 McIver Series Program:  The Story of Mercury\, the Element
DESCRIPTION:Do you know the surprising properties and history of the chemical element mercury (Hg)?  Alongside its beneficial uses to humankind historically are mercury’s toxic properties.  What is the story of mercury pollution – its sources\, its continuing environmental impact\, who is most greatly affected\, and the global environmental justice questions it raises? What is the history and current status of mercury regulation\, both in the United States and globally\, in efforts to protect people and the environment from its damaging effects?  Our speaker will address these questions. \nPresented by MIT Professor Noelle Eckley Selin\, PhD\, an atmospheric chemist who studies mercury and other hazardous substances\, and applies her research to help inform global efforts to regulate toxic chemicals and persistent organic pollutants (POPs) to protect humans and our environment. \nHer 2020 book Mercury Stories: Understanding Sustainability through a Volatile Element\, co-authored with Henrik Selin and published by MIT Press in 2020\, analyzes human interactions with mercury and sheds light on efforts to promote and achieve sustainability. The authors examine five mercury systems that illustrate important issues in mercury science and governance.  Then\, looking across the five mercury systems\, they distill insights for sustainability analysis more broadly\, and draw lessons for researchers\, decision-makers\, and concerned citizens. \nThis virtual event is sponsored by the Trustees of the Needham Free Public Library in memory of former director Vivian D. McIver.  It is free and open to the public on ZOOM technology.  Please register through the library website NeedhamLibrary.org/events to receive the Webinar/Zoom link to attend.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/2022-mciver-series-program-the-story-of-mercury-the-element/
CATEGORIES:Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220324T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220324T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035108
CREATED:20220219T182820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220219T182820Z
UID:14787-1648148400-1648152000@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:LWV & Meatless Monday sponsor Forum: Feeding Our Students—A Look at Nutrition Services in the Needham Public Schools
DESCRIPTION:The League of Women Voters of Needham and Meatless Monday Needham are collaborating on the forum Feeding Our Students—A Look at Nutrition Services in the Needham Public Schools. Our speakers will be: \n\nColin Boisvert\, Director of Nutrition Services\, Needham Public Schools\nJennifer Tuttelman\, Assistant Director of Nutrition Services\, Needham Public Schools\n\nThe forum will be held on Thursday\, March 24\, from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Zoom. Register here to get the meeting link. \n 
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/lwv-meatless-monday-sponsor-forum-feeding-our-students-a-look-at-nutrition-services-in-the-needham-public-schools/
CATEGORIES:Food
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220330T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220330T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035108
CREATED:20220108T181134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220322T024211Z
UID:14515-1648666800-1648674000@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Needham Adult Education:  Low-Maintenance Gardening: Spring Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Were 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\,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. Limited to 20. \nDate: 2 Wednesdays\, March 30-April 6                      Time: 7:00-9:00 PM \nLocation: Needham High School\, Room 409                        Fee: $76
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/needham-adult-education-low-maintenance-gardening-spring-workshop/
LOCATION:Needham High School – Room 409\, 1330 Highland Ave\, Needham\, MA
CATEGORIES:Home
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ORGANIZER;CN="Needham Adult Education":MAILTO:amy_goldman@needham.k12.ma.us
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