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SUMMARY:International Walk to School Day - moved to Friday
DESCRIPTION:The Needham Walk to School Day will take place Friday\, October 5th as the weather promises to be better than Wednesday.   \nNeedham public schools will be joining schools in 50 U.S. states and 40 countries to celebrate International Walk to School Day on Wednesday\, Oct. 3 (rain date Friday Oct 5). \nChildren are encouraged to make signs to draw attention to walking and celebrating the day by holding them during their morning walk to school. Teachers\, staff\, administrators\, elected officials\, town staff and community members are invited to join the fun.  Get contact information for your school and check the weather status here.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/international-walk-to-school-day/
LOCATION:Needham Public Schools\, Needham\, MA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20121003T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20121003T200059
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SUMMARY:Pollard 8th grade Back-to-School night - sign up for home energy assessments
DESCRIPTION:Green Needham and Next Step Living will be at a table at several Back-to-School nights this fallback-to-school night where you can ask questions\, sign up for your no-cost home energy assessment and help the PTC at the same time.  For every family that signs up at back-to-school night and has the energy assessment done\, Next Step Living will donate $10 to the PTC.   \nYou can find more information about no-cost home energy assessments on this page of Green Needham’s web site.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/pollard-8th-grade-back-to-school-night-sign-up-for-home-energy-assessments/
LOCATION:Pollard Middle School\, 200 Harris Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20120920T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20120920T200059
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SUMMARY:High Rock Back-to-School night - sign up for home energy assessments
DESCRIPTION:Green Needham and Next Step Living will be at a table at several Back-to-School nights this fallback-to-school night where you can ask questions\, sign up for your no-cost home energy assessment and help the PTC at the same time.  For every family that signs up at back-to-school night and has the energy assessment done\, Next Step Living will donate $10 to the PTC.   \nYou can find more information about no-cost home energy assessments on this page of Green Needham’s web site.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/high-rock-back-to-school-night-sign-up-for-home-energy-assessments/
LOCATION:High Rock School\, 77 Ferndale Road\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20120919T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20120919T203059
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CREATED:20120910T180836Z
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SUMMARY:Broadmeadow grades K-2 Back-to-School night - sign up for home energy assessments
DESCRIPTION:Green Needham and Next Step Living will be at a table at several Back-to-School nights this fallback-to-school night where you can ask questions\, sign up for your no-cost home energy assessment and help the PTC at the same time.  For every family that signs up at back-to-school night and has the energy assessment done\, Next Step Living will donate $10 to the PTC.   \nYou can find more information about no-cost home energy assessments on this page of Green Needham’s web site.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/broadmeadow-grades-k-2-back-to-school-night-sign-up-for-home-energy-assessments/
LOCATION:Broadmeadow School\, 120 Broadmeadow Road\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20120919T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20120919T200059
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CREATED:20120910T180622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20120910T181402Z
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SUMMARY:Newman grades K-2 Back-to-School night - sign up for home energy assessments
DESCRIPTION:Green Needham and Next Step Living will be at a table at several Back-to-School nights this fallback-to-school night where you can ask questions\, sign up for your no-cost home energy assessment and help the PTC at the same time.  For every family that signs up at back-to-school night and has the energy assessment done\, Next Step Living will donate $10 to the PTC.   \nYou can find more information about no-cost home energy assessments on this page of Green Needham’s web site.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/newman-grades-3-5-back-to-school-night-sign-up-for-home-energy-assessments/
LOCATION:Newman School\, 1155 Central Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20120911T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20120911T200059
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SUMMARY:Mitchell Grades 3-5 Back-to-School night - sign up for home energy assessments
DESCRIPTION:Green Needham and Next Step Living will be at a table at several Back-to-School nights this fallback-to-school night where you can ask questions\, sign up for your no-cost home energy assessment and help the PTC at the same time.  For every family that signs up at back-to-school night and has the energy assessment done\, Next Step Living will donate $10 to the PTC.   \nYou can find more information about no-cost home energy assessments on this page of Green Needham’s web site.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/mitchell-grades-3-5-back-to-school-night-sign-up-for-home-energy-assessments/
LOCATION:Mitchell School\, 187 Brookline St.\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20120821T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20120821T190059
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CREATED:20120731T010201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20120731T010201Z
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SUMMARY:Community Partnership Initiative Kickoff at Needham Community Farm
DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday August 21st\, business owners\, community leaders and their staff are invited to escape the office\, any time between 3:00 pm and 7:00 pm\, to tour the Farm and learn about the many ways we support the community. \nThe NCF is looking for community partners in our efforts to promote sustainability and access to healthy foods in Needham. Participation in the Community Partnership Initiative is an opportunity to meet other engaged corporate citizens\, learn about the Farm and give back to the community. \nTo RSVP for this event click here. \nCan’t make it on the 21st? Contact us at needhamfarm@rcn.com to set up an alternative date for a staff community service day at the Farm.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/community-partnership-initiative-kickoff-at-needham-community-farm/
LOCATION:Needham Community Farm\, End of Pine Street\, Needham \, MA\, 02492\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="":MAILTO:needhamfarm@rcn.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20120818T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20120818T140059
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SUMMARY:Green Needham at Volante’s Farm Field Day Event
DESCRIPTION:Join Green Needham at Volante Farms to celebrate this year’s success in connecting Needham residents to residential energy efficiency programs.   \nIn addition to enjoying Volante’s Farm Field Day events and delicious local produce\, you can find out about Green Needham’s present and future projects\, get information about residential energy efficiency programs\, and even get a computerized assessment of your home’s potential for residential solar.  We have also arranged for a representative from Muzi Chevrolet to be there to display an electric Chevy Volt\, showcasing one of the newest technologies to help reduce the need for fossil fuels. \nAt this event you will be able to sign up for a no-cost home energy assessment and speak about other energy efficiency products available to homeowners. As a sign of appreciation for our host and their customers\, our partner\, Next Step Living\, will be offering a $10 Volante Farms gift card for those who sign-up and complete an energy assessment and a $50 gift card for those residents who complete a free solar assessment. \nWe hope to see you out there this Saturday rain or shine! Come enjoy the farm field day events\, chat about energy efficiency\, or check out an electric car. Volante Farms is located at 292 Forest Street in Needham\, at the corner of Central Ave. If you have any questions about the event please contact Michael Cucchiara\, of Next Step Living\, at 917-612-9190. \nGreen Needham Participates in Volante’s Farm Field Day Event This Saturday
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/green-needham-at-volantes-farm-field-day-event/
LOCATION:Volante Farms\, 292 Central Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20120802T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20120802T090059
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CREATED:20120723T144040Z
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SUMMARY:128 Add-a-Lane Project Update
DESCRIPTION:If you missed the Needham Heights Neighborhood Association’s June 11th meeting on the 128 Add-a-lane Project\, here’s another chance to learn more about this major transportation project that will make major changes to Route 128 in Needham over the next several years.  \nThe Newton-Needham Chamber of Commerce is hosting a project forum with Massachusetts Department of Transportation officials on the 128 Add-a-Lane project on August 2nd.  The forum will be held at PTC at 140 Kendrick St. at 7:30 am.  There is no cost\, but you must register in advance.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/128-add-a-lane-project-update/
LOCATION:PTC\, 140 Kendrick St.\, Needham\, MA\, 02494\, United States
CATEGORIES:Transportation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20120618T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20120618T110059
DTSTAMP:20260403T224602
CREATED:20120514T165615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20120514T165615Z
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SUMMARY:Das Haus Pavilion in Cambridge
DESCRIPTION:Das Haus – a traveling demonstration of advanced technologies from Germany\, as applied to home construction and solar energy use\, is coming to Cambridge in June.   \nBetween June 18th and June 27th\, you can visit the display pavilion in the MIT parking lot at 219 Vassar Street in Cambridge.  Pavilion hours are from 10 am to 6 pm each day.   \nDas Haus is an integrated and fully–functional system. The pavilion presents solutions aimed at reducing a building’s energy demand and maximizing the efficiency of energy generated on–site.  The combined active and passive technologies include several forms of solar PV (including advanced thin-film technology)\, high-performance vacuum insulation panel construction\, solar PV-powered louvers for ventilation and a high-efficiency solar-powered heat-pump for climate control.    \nThe Das Haus tour is a showcase for advanced technologies for home construction and solar energy use.  Its purpose is to share German innovations that have achieved sustainable construction and operational energy savings by engaging sustainable building experts\, associations\, and key public officials across North America in an active demonstration of the technologies at work.   \n\nMore information about the Cambridge tour\nDetailed brochure about Das Haus\n (PDF brochure)
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/das-haus-pavilion-in-cambridge/
LOCATION:MIT\, 219 Vassar St.\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20120612T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20120612T200059
DTSTAMP:20260403T224602
CREATED:20120606T204708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20120606T204708Z
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SUMMARY:Next Step Living Open House
DESCRIPTION:Green Needham’s partner in our NStar Community Energy Challenge home energy assessment program\, Next Step Living\, is having an open house Tuesday\, June 12th from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm at their South Boston Waterfront offices. \nNext Step Living’s home energy professionals perform the no-cost Home Energy Assessments\, so they have knowledge and experience to share.  The Open House\, part of Energy Week Boston\, will feature: \n\nHome Energy Efficiency & Weatherization Workshop\nModel house Insulation Demonstration\nAffordable Solar Presentation with Q&A\nHeating and Cooling & High Efficiency Windows Presentations\nShort Film/Video showings\nTour of the Next Step Living warehouse\nFun & educational activities for kids / child care\n\nIf you’ll be in Boston on Tuesday and would like to attend\, please RSVP here for the event.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/next-step-living-open-house/
LOCATION:Next Step Living\, 21 Drydock Ave \, Boston\, MA\, 02210\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20120610T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20120610T170059
DTSTAMP:20260403T224602
CREATED:20120507T023009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20120507T023009Z
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SUMMARY:Needham Farmers Market Opens
DESCRIPTION:The Needham Farmers Market makes its debut Sunday afternoon June 10th\, from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm on the lawn of First Parish.   There will be a variety of vendors\, including those selling locally grown produce\, fish\, meat\, cheese\, and baked goods. \n \nSeveral local farms are committed to participating in the market\, including the Needham Community Farm \, MacArthur Farm of Holliston (owned byNeedham natives Peter and Helen MacArthur)\, and the Neighborhood Farm (operated by Kate Canney). Globe Fish Company of Fish Pier in Boston will sell locally landed fish\, Lawton’s Farm in Foxborough will sell cheese\, and the John Crow Farm in Groton will sell eggs\, grass fed beef\, lamb\, poultry\, and humanely raised pork. Baked goods such as challah\, granola\, and healthy muffins will come from Susie’s Baking\, a Needham home kitchen. \nThe Farmers Market will be held weekly at First Parish on Sunday afternoons through October 28th.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/needham-farmers-market-opens/
LOCATION:First Parish Unitarian Universalist\, 23 Dedham Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20120603T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20120603T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T224602
CREATED:20120506T184206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150326T003920Z
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SUMMARY:Needham Garden Tour
DESCRIPTION:After 14 years of beautiful Holiday House Tours\, the Needham Women’s Club brings you the first Needham Garden Tour on Sunday\, June 3\, 2012.  This year’s Tour will show the gardens of six homeowners…some large and some small…some imagined by experts\, others maintained by gardening enthusiasts.  All are lovingly cared for and hold inspiration for us all.  \n \n\nTickets are $30 until Monday\, May 28 (Memorial Day).  After that\, they will be available for $35 on the Needham Women’s Club web site\, or at the Needham Historical Society the day of the Tour.\nThe net proceeds of the Needham Garden Tour will be donated to support the restoration of the Greene’s Field playground.\nThis is a rain or shine event.\nThe Tour is self-guided.  You may start and end your Tour any time between 11:00am and 3:00 pm on Sunday\, June 3.  Ticketholders will begin the Needham Garden Tour at the Needham Historical Society (1147 Central Avenue) where you will pick up your program containing garden locations\, a map and descriptions. Ticketholders will also be given a bracelet to wear while on the Tour.\nTour-goers will be treated to “how to” Garden Chats by area experts offered during the day.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/needham-garden-tour/
LOCATION:Needham Historical Society\, 1147 Central Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20120502T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20120502T090059
DTSTAMP:20260403T224602
CREATED:20120427T185327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20120427T185327Z
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SUMMARY:Massachusetts Walk to School Day May 2 (rain date May 4)
DESCRIPTION:Needham Celebrates Massachusetts Walk to School Day May 2nd \nNeedham will be kicking of its first ever town wide collaboration of Massachusetts Walk to School Day on Wednesday May 2 (rain date Friday May 4). \nSpread the word about this town wide event and click  Safe Routes to Schools for more details and “Walk Around Routes” for specific schools.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/massachusetts-walk-to-school-day-may-2-rain-date-may-4/
LOCATION:All Needham Schools\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Shulman &amp%3B Anne Hayek":MAILTO:Bethjs@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20120428T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20120428T123059
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CREATED:20120427T033731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20120427T033731Z
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SUMMARY:Town-wide Cleanup Day
DESCRIPTION:httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hKHnwubvl5M\nNeedham Park & Recreation is sponsoring a town-wide clean-up for Earth Day this Saturday\, April 28th. \nMeet at the lower parking lot at Rosemary pool between 8:30 and 9:15 am.  There are two activities planned: \n\nClean-up of fields and playgrounds will take place between 8:30 am and 11:30 am.\nClean-up of town trails between 9:30 am and 12:30 pm\n\nFor more information\, watch this Needham Channel news report.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/town-wide-cleanup-day/
LOCATION:Rosemary Pool Parking Lot\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20120424T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20120424T210059
DTSTAMP:20260403T224602
CREATED:20120411T203631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20120411T203925Z
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SUMMARY:"A Chemical Reaction" Film Showing
DESCRIPTION:A film to be shown at First Parish in Needham\, 23 Dedham Ave.\, tells the uplifting story of a town in Canada that won the right to ban toxic lawn pesticides and the court case that went all the way to the Supreme Court of Canada. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the film will be shown at 7:15 p.m.  The film will be followed by a discussion and Q and A with 3 panelists. \n\nChip Osborne\, founder of Osborne Organics\, LLC. has over 10 years experience in creating safe\, sustainable and healthy athletic fields and landscapes\, and 35 years experience as a professional horticulturist.\nSara Wylie is the Director of Toxics and Health Research at the Public Laboratory for Open Technology and Science (PLOTS).\nEllen Fine is the Founder and Director of The LEAH Collective\, a grassroots pesticides awareness organization that promotes organic\, permaculture alternatives in land care and gardening.\n\nLearn how to reduce synthetic pesticide and fertilizer use as a means to help prevent cancer\, ADD/ADHD\, asthma\, adverse reproductive health problems and Parkinson’s Disease and other health concerns associated with pesticide use and exposure.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/a-chemical-reaction-film-showing/
LOCATION:First Parish in Needham\, Unitarian Universalist\, 23 Dedham Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activism,Green Needham,Health,Home
ORGANIZER;CN="The LEAH Collective":MAILTO:ellen_bfine@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20120423T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20120423T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T224602
CREATED:20120411T200735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150326T003936Z
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SUMMARY:Checking in on Climate Change
DESCRIPTION:Professor Eric Olson of Brandeis University will be at the Needham Historical Society\, 1147 Central Ave.\, on Monday\, April 23\, 7:30 p.m. to give an update on the latest science about climate change and help the lay person understand the confusing messages about the issue. What are scientists saying about the extreme weather events of recent years? Are we already seeing the effects of climate change in New England? What can be done to lessen the impact? Questions are welcome.  Sponsored by Green Needham Collaborative.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/checking-in-on-climate-change/
LOCATION:Needham Historical Society\, 1147 Central Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activism,Calendar,Energy Efficiency,Green Needham,Renewable Energy
ORGANIZER;CN="Green Needham Collaborative":MAILTO:info@greenneedham.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20120325T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20120325T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T224602
CREATED:20120212T150005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20120208T170423Z
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SUMMARY:Bill McKibben to speak in Weston
DESCRIPTION:Author\, educator and environmentalist Bill McKibben will be speaking in Weston on March 25th as the featured speaker at the annual Harnish Lecture.  Bill’s topic will be a report from the front lines of the climate fight – “A few jailhouse notes on what we still can do”. \n \nThe Harnish lecture is presented by the Environmental Action Group of The Congregational Church of Weston\, UCC.  The lecture will be held at Weston High School\, 444 Wellesley St. in Weston at 3:00 pm. \nBill McKibben is the author of a dozen books about the environment\, beginning with The End of Nature in 1989\, which is regarded as the first book for a general audience on climate change. He is a founder of the grassroots climate campaign 350.org\, which has coordinated 15\,000 rallies in 189 countries since 2009.  \n\nTime Magazine called him ‘the planet’s best green journalist’ and the Boston Globe said in 2010 that he was ‘probably the country’s most important environmentalist.’\nSchumann Distinguished Scholar at Middlebury College\, he holds honorary degrees from a dozen colleges\, including the Universities of Massachusetts and Maine\, the State University of New York\, and Whittier and Colgate Colleges.\nIn 2011 he was elected a fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences.\nBill grew up in Lexington\, Massachusetts and now resides in Vermont
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/bill-mckibben-to-speak-in-weston/
LOCATION:Weston High School\, 444 Wellesley St.\, Weston\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activism
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20120320T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20120320T093059
DTSTAMP:20260403T224602
CREATED:20120315T113819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20120315T160112Z
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SUMMARY:Breakfast Seminar - NStar Energy Efficiency Program for Small Business
DESCRIPTION:Come learn about the significant financial incentives available to your business under NStar’s Direct Install energy efficiency program and how they will lower your energy costs.  \nThe Newton Needham Chamber of Commerce will host a special breakfast program on Tuesday\, March 20th from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM at the Sheraton Needham Hotel as NStar and Lime Energy present “No Cost Energy Assessments to Improve Your Bottom Line”.  You will hear about the new financial incentives available in Massachusetts to help your business.  It starts with a no cost assessment of your energy consumption and ends with more money falling to your bottom line when you use the financial incentives available to implement the recommendations.  \nHear about some of the success stories of Chamber members who have used the program and see the results. This free seminar includes a continental breakfast.   \nVisit the event page at the Newton Needham Chamber’s web site to register for this session.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/breakfast-seminar-nstar/
LOCATION:Sheraton Needham Hotel\, 100 Cabot St.\, Needham\, MA\, 02494\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Energy Efficiency
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20120303T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20120303T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T224602
CREATED:20120130T180050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20120130T180050Z
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SUMMARY:Environmental Action 2012 - Toxic Actions Conference
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, March 3rd\, 2012\n Northeastern University\, Boston\, MA\n 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM \nFor information and to register go to:  Environmental Action 2012 \nJoin over 300 citizens\, activists and experts for an unforgettable day of networking\, learning\, and inspiration. \n“If you want to know what’s happening in New England around the environment and public health\, Toxics Action Center’s Environmental Action Conference has their finger on the pulse.  If you want to understand how to help create a better future\, this conference will provide you with the training and opportunities.  No one leaves the conference without being inspired and skilled to take action.”\n -Lois Gibbs\, Keynote Speaker
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/environmental-action-2012-toxic-actions-conference/
LOCATION:Northeastern University\, Boston\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activism,Health,Uncategorized
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20120227T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20120227T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T224602
CREATED:20120224T220119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20120224T220119Z
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SUMMARY:Needham holds meeting about MBTA fare hikes and service cuts
DESCRIPTION:An important  public meeting in Needham will give area residents a chance to voice their opinions about the MBTA plans for steep fare hikes and service cuts. \nThe Needham Transportation Committee will hold a public hearing on the issue in the newly renovated Powers Hall at Town Hall on Monday\, February 27 at 7:30 p.m. \nAt a time when riding public transportation should be encouraged\, we are faced with changes that are certain to decrease ridership.  With no legislative solution to the problem\, MBTA riders will be asked to pay more for less service. Options being considered by the T include reducing service on Bus 59 or entirely eliminating the route\, which runs to Watertown Square and connects Needham to the Riverside Line.  Fares on the commuter rail would increase to $6.50 or $7.00 for a one-way trip to downtown Boston\, and service cuts are part of the plan. \nState Senator Richard Ross and  State Representative Denise Garlick will be attending the meeting to share their views\, and comments from the public will be taken.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/needham-holds-meeting-about-mbta-fare-hikes-and-service-cuts/
LOCATION:Needham Town Hall\, 1471 Highland Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Transportation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20120223T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20120223T204500
DTSTAMP:20260403T224602
CREATED:20120208T140053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150401T160016Z
UID:1937-1330023600-1330029900@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Needham hosts February MCAN Steering Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Green Needham is hosting the February Massachusetts Climate Action Network Steering Committee Meeting at the Needham Public Library. The topic of discussion at the February 23rd meeting (7:00 – 8:45 pm) will be Community Scale Wind Energy Projects under attack: Strategies for dealing with Massachusetts Wind Wise and other wind opponents. \nOver the last few years proponents of community scale wind projects have come under attack by well financed and sophisticated opponents to wind energy. The MCAN communities of Duxbury\, Salem\, Greenfield\, Lenox and Falmouth have already experienced this backlash against wind energy and the Patrick Administration’s goal for 2\,000 megawatts of wind generation capacity in Massachusetts by 2020. The program will include discussion from chapter representatives about the issues raised by opponents\, techniques used and the effect of these activities on community leaders In addition Rob Garrity will present an update on the status of the Massachusetts Wind Siting Bill and Fred Schlicher will provide a briefing sheet inventorying major claims made wind opponents along with possible rebuttals to these claims. Other chapter representatives in attendance are encouraged to participate in the discussion and share their chapter’s experiences. \nPanel Includes: \n\nPaul Marquis\, Salem SAFE\nJim Savicki\, Susan Fontaine and Janis Owen of Sustainable Duxbury\nMeghan Amsler\, of Falmouth Wind Project and Cape & Islands Self-Reliance Corp.\nMalcolm Brown\, Hull Wind\nMarilyn Levenson\, Marc Wolman of MassDEP on recent Panel Report on Potential Health Effects of Wind Turbines\n\nThe Massachusetts Climate Action Network is a coalition of over 40 community-based organizations in Massachusetts working on climate and sustainability issues (Green Needham is an MCAN member). MCAN holds is regular steering committee meetings in member communities around the region to encourage participation and allow chapter members from different communities to meet and to share ideas and experiences. All are invited to participate.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/needham-hosts-february-mcan-steering-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:Needham Public Library\, 1139 Highland Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02494\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activism,Green Needham,Wind,Wind Power Feasibility
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20120211T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20120211T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T224602
CREATED:20120103T182812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20120103T182826Z
UID:1898-1328986800-1328997600@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Needham Community Farm Benefit Dinner
DESCRIPTION:The Needham Community Farm\, a volunteer run 501c3 organization which provides hands-on educational experiences for the community and fresh produce for the Needham Food Pantry\, is having a benefit dinner at First Parish Church on February 11th\, 2012. \nThe dinner will be catered by Sweet Basil Restaurant\, with desserts donated by Bakers’ Best Catering and Dancing Deer Baking Co. There will be live music and a silent and online auction. \nThe online auction will begin on January 28th at www.biddingforgood.com/needhamcommunityfarm. \nTickets are $75 per person and can be purchased online at http://needhamfarm.eventbrite.com or by mail (checks payable to Needham Community Farm\, PO Box 920877\, Needham MA 02492) by February 1\, 2012. \nLead event sponsor: Dedham Savings \nAdditional sponsors: First Parish Green Congregation Committee and Flashprint of Cambridge
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/needham-community-farm-benefit-dinner/
LOCATION:First Parish Church\, 23 Dedham Avenue\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Farm,Food,Uncategorized
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20120211T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20120211T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T224602
CREATED:20120203T034839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20120203T034839Z
UID:1924-1328961600-1328968800@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Rooftop solar panels - a Needham open house
DESCRIPTION:Have you thought about putting solar panels on your roof? Because of various state and federal tax credits and incentives\, solar is more affordable than ever. \nNeedham resident Ken Farbstein wrote to tell us about his experience: \n“I am a Needham resident who had a solar electricity system installed last year.  On Saturday\, February 11\, I am hosting an open house at my home from noon- to 2 p.m. at 307 Brookline Ave. I will be there to answer questions\, and will be joined by a representative of Sunlight Solar\, the company that installed the panels. \nI know it’s hard to believe\, but after taking advantage of tax rebates and receiving payments for the clean energy produced\, I am financially in the black with my photovoltaic system. Stop by and find out more!” \nSend Ken an e-mail or call him at 781 444-5525 with questions.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/rooftop-solar-panels-a-needham-open-house/
LOCATION:Ken Farbstein's House\, 307 Brookline Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02494\, United States
CATEGORIES:Solar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20120123T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20120123T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T224602
CREATED:20120112T194820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20120112T194820Z
UID:1911-1327347000-1327350600@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Weatherization Seminar - Preventing ice damming
DESCRIPTION:As Needham residents remember from last winter\, ice damming was an all too familiar sight\, easily identified by the long icicles hanging precariously off the edges of roofs.  Beyond the obvious danger of falling ice hitting people and property\, ice damming could be creating significant long-term damage to your home and health.  Winter may be slow in coming this year\, but that makes it an even better time to get ready! \nOn Monday\, January 23rd please join us at 7:30 pm at the Needham Historical Society for a one-hour seminar on ice damming.  Travis Estes\, a home energy advisor from Next Step Living\, will discuss the consequences of ice damming and how to prevent it by utilizing Mass Save incentives and rebates to properly weatherize your home.   \nThis is the first in a series of weatherization seminars to be presented this winter by Green Needham in partnership with Next Step Living.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/weatherization-seminar-preventing-ice-damming/
LOCATION:Needham Historical Society\, 1147 Central Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Energy Efficiency,Home
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20111107T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20111107T230000
DTSTAMP:20260403T224602
CREATED:20111031T223555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20111031T223827Z
UID:1867-1320694200-1320706800@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Town Meeting considers Stretch Code
DESCRIPTION:Town Meeting will take up the Stretch Code during its November 7th session.  Approval of the stretch code by a majority of Town Meeting members voting will permit the Selectmen to take a vote to apply to have Needham become a Green Community.  Information on the stretch code is available here.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/town-meeting-considers-stretch-code/
LOCATION:Needham Town Hall\, 1471 Highland Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Green Communities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20111024T184500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20111024T211500
DTSTAMP:20260403T224602
CREATED:20110907T191547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20110914T172316Z
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SUMMARY:Needham Summit on Energy and the Environment - October 24th
DESCRIPTION:Needham Summit on Energy and the Environment \n what we have done……what we might do \n Monday\, October 24\, 2011 \nA collaboration of Olin College\, Needham League of Women Voters\, and Green Needham \nPlease visit and bookmark the Summit Resource Page for updated information and details as the Summit date approaches (and following the Summit). \nMassachusetts is a national leader in aggressively meeting multiple energy and environmental challenges. The Massachusetts Clean Energy and Climate Plan for 2020 describes what Massachusetts will do by 2020 toward: \n\nreducing energy costs\,\ncreating energy independence\, \naccelerating the development of a clean energy economy\,\naddressing global climate change\,\nmitigating the human health and financial impact of air pollution\n\nCommunities have a vital role to play in achieving these goals.  Needham is already stepping up to the challenge\, but where do we go from here?  What can Needham be in 2020?  This important Fall Forum is an opportunity to consider a shared vision and responsibility for our future. \nPlease save the date and share this invitation with others.  Plan to join us to set a direction for what our community can look like in 2020 and beyond. \nThe forum will include: interested citizens; town leaders; students from Olin\, Wellesley\, and Babson Colleges; Needham students; representatives from businesses\, houses of worship\, and community groups; and legislators. \n\nDate:          Monday\, October 24\, 2011\nTime:          6:30 pm – 9:15 pm\nPlace:         Olin College\, Milas Hall\n\nSpeakers: \n\nDavid Cash – Commissioner\, MA Dept. of Public Utilities\nAnthony Brooks – WBUR producer\, editor\, reporter\, and host\n\nProgram: \n\nConversation between David Cash and Anthony Brooks about the Massachusets 2020 plan and the roles of the state and communities in achieving it \nBreak-out groups on “what’s next\,” – to generate and discuss ideas on what Needham could be in 2020 and how we might get there.  Themes:\n\nWater\nFood\nTransportation\nEnergy sources and choices\nDevelopment: the built environment\nEnergy efficiency & conservation\nThe Green Economy: opportunities & skills\n\n\nSummary by discussion groups
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/needham-summit-on-energy-and-the-environment-october-24th/
LOCATION:Milas Hall\, Olin College\, 1 Olin Way\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Green Needham
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20111020T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20111020T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T224602
CREATED:20110801T181731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20110801T181954Z
UID:1490-1319137200-1319144400@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Why 21st Century Children Need Nature - Community Presentation by David Sobel
DESCRIPTION:With all those good computer games\, IPhones\, on-demand TV shows and Skype\, why should children bother going outside?  Or why should parents encourage them to play in the woods.  Don’t they get enough fresh air and exercise playing soccer?   \nA growing number of studies show that nature is good for kids—good for their health\, their academic achievement\, their sense of self.    \nAt this community presentation on October 20th\, 2011\, kicking off year two of the Needham Public Schools’ Eco-Explorers project\, author David Sobel will both translate some of the research and give examples of parenting strategies that help children to develop a healthy relationship with the natural world. \nWe especially invite parents\, teachers and both middle & high school students to this presentation at the Newman School Auditorium at 7:00pm on Thursday\, October 20th\, \nIf you can\, join us early for a Science Center & Eastman Trail Open House from\n3:15 pm – 6:30 pm.  Join members of Girl Scout Troop #73121 in their Service Learning Project and visit the newly renovated Science Center.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/why-21st-century-children-need-nature-community-presentation-by-david-sobel/
LOCATION:Newman School Auditorium\, 1155 Central Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Schools
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20111019T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20111019T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T224602
CREATED:20111010T214112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20111010T214112Z
UID:1635-1319047200-1319054400@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Green Your Green: An introduction to investing responsibly
DESCRIPTION:Curious about Socially Responsible Investing?  Three of the pioneers and leaders in the field of Socially Responsible Investing are presenting “Green your Green: An introduction to investing responsibly”\, an open session at the Boston Public Library on October 19th.   \nAmy Domini\, Timothy Smith and Robert Zevin will speak about the basic tenets of sustainable investing: \n\nHow to invest in line with your values without giving up performance\nHow your investments can lead to improvements in corporate behavior\n\nNot a sales presentation\, this session is a seminar and discussion among three professionals who have helped shape the field of responsible investing over the last 30 – 40 years: \n\nAmy Domini\, Chief Executive Officer and Founder at Domini Social Investments LLC and the creator of the one of the first sustainable mutual fund companies as well as the first SRI stock index \nRobert Zevin\, Chairman\, Chief Investment Officer\, & Portfolio Manager\, Zevin Asset Management\, ears ago and led the campaign for South African divestment in the 1980’s\nTimothy Smith\, Senior Vice President and Director of ESG Shareowner Engagement\, Walden Asset Management\, a leading voice in Shareholder Activism and former Executive Director of the Interfaith Centre on Corporate Responsibility.\n\nThis session is presented by BASIC\, the Boston Area Sustainable Investment Consortium\, a network of Boston-area sustainable investment professionals.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/green-your-green-an-introduction-to-investing-responsibly/
LOCATION:Boston Public Library Copley Square\, 700 Boylston St.\, Boston\, MA\, 02116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activism
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20111001T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20111001T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T224602
CREATED:20110922T194040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20110922T194040Z
UID:1597-1317463200-1317484800@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:NESEA Green Buildings Open House
DESCRIPTION:If you missed this summer’s Green Energy Tour of Needham homes – or if you participated and want to see more – take advantage of the NESEA Green Buildings Open House on October 1st.   \nLast year\, over 10\,000 people visited 500 sites from Maine to Pennsylvania and learned about the sustainable features incorporated in those facilities.  Ken Farbstein’s solar PV installation\, one of the sites on Needham’s Green Energy Tour\, will again be open for viewing during the Open House. \nThe Green Buildings Open House is sponsored by NESEA\, the Northeast Sustainable Energy Association\, a regional membership organization promoting sustainable energy solutions in the built environment.  It will take place on Saturday\, October 1st between 10 am and 4 pm.   \nFor more information about the event\, including a searchable map and list of buildings on the tour\, click here to go to the NESEA’s event web site.  Please note that individual host sites may set their own hours within the 10 am to 4 pm period.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/nesea-green-buildings-open-house/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Energy Efficiency,Home,Renewable Energy,Solar
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