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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:20260404T010307
CREATED:20120208T140053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150401T160016Z
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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:20260404T010307
CREATED:20120103T182812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20120103T182826Z
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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:20260404T010307
CREATED:20120203T034839Z
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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:20260404T010307
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:20260404T010307
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:20260404T010307
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:20260404T010307
CREATED:20110801T181731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20110801T181954Z
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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:20260404T010307
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:20260404T010307
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20110927T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20110927T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T010307
CREATED:20110908T195038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20110908T195038Z
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SUMMARY:Public Hearing on the Stretch Code and other Green Communities Qualifications
DESCRIPTION:The Board of Selectmen will hold a Public Hearing  at 7:30 pm on Tuesday\,  September 27\, 2011 in the Charles River Conference Room of the Public Services Administration Building at 500 Dedham Avenue. \nThe Green Communities  Study Committee has recommended to the Board of Selectmen that the Town adopt  the Stretch Code as part of its endeavor to become a Green Community.   The Stretch code is an energy saving modification to the  building code.  The Board of Selectmen invites all residents and  interested parties to provide input at this meeting. \nThe Public Hearing is an important opportunity for Needham residents to express their support for becoming a Green Community.  The Selectmen will weigh this input when they discuss becoming a Green Community at one of their upcoming meetings. \nFollowing the Selectmen’sr discussions\, the final steps to becoming a Green Community are: \n\nAn affirmative vote by the Board of Selectmen to put the Stretch Code on the warrant for the November Town Meeting.  (This would likely be followed by a vote on recommending adoption of the Stretch Code to Town Meeting.)\nAn vote by Town Meeting to adopt the Stretch Energy Code.\nAn affirmative vote by the Selectmen to apply for Green Community status (this could be done before or after the Town Meeting vote).\nSubmission of the Green Community application by the Town Manager to the Commonwealth’s Green Communities Division.\n\n\nUpon being designated a Green Community\, Needham will be eligible for a grant from the Green Communities program.  More importantly\, the Town will have set itself on the path to reducing energy use\, saving money and becoming a more sustainable community.  Needham would join 74 other Massachusetts cities and towns encompassing over 50% of the state’s population.   \nInformation on the Stretch Code and other  Green Communities qualifications can be found on the Town’s website at www.needhamma.gov/gcsc. \nPublic comments may also be directed to  the Board of Selectmen\, c/o Public Services Administration Building\, 500 Dedham  Avenue\, Needham\, MA or scincotta@needhamma.gov.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/public-hearing-on-the-stretch-code-and-other-green-communities-qualifications/
LOCATION:Public Services Administration Building\, 500 Dedham Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Green Communities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20110924T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20110924T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T010307
CREATED:20110906T014729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20110915T030405Z
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SUMMARY:Needham Events on Moving Planet Day\, Sept. 24
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, September 24\, Needham will be participating in the Moving Planet event\, a worldwide day of action advocating clean transportation – a planet moving under human power and clean energy\, not powered by fossil fuels. \nGreen Needham is partnering with Needham Bikes and the Needham Community Farm to sponsor two events\, a local bike ride from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and\, at 1:00 (updated time)\, a longer bike ride to Boston Common to join the Moving Planet Rally. \n\nThe local event will be a family-friendly 1.5-mile bike ride during which Green Needham will highlight the town’s alternative energy projects and local efforts to promote sustainability. Participants will meet at the High Rock School at 10 a.m. for an informal presentation on solar energy projects (including the new panels at that school) and residential installation options. \nAt the Recycling and Transfer Station\, we’ll stop to discuss two Green Needham projects there: the Wind Power Feasibility Study and a possible Solar PV installation\, as well as composting and recycling initiatives. At 11:30 a.m.\, we’ll end the ride at the Needham Community Farm for a PICNIC LUNCH (bring your own) and learn about the NCFs mission to encourage a more sustainable lifestyle through farm-based education and community awareness events. \nFor the second Moving Planet event\, Needham Bikes will host a 13-mile ride from Needham Town Hall to Boston Common to join the Moving Planet Rally. Leaving at 1:00\, riders will go through the Arnold Arboretum\, and then along the Southwest Corridor Park. A map of the route from Needham Town Hall to Boston Common is available here. \nMore information can be found here at the Needham page on the Moving Planet site. \nFor questions or suggestions\, please contact Tad Staley or Debbie Schmill.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/needham-events-on-moving-planet-day-sept-24/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Transportation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20110921T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20110921T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T010307
CREATED:20110907T011619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20110922T202951Z
UID:1538-1316633400-1316638800@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Green Needham Meeting - Understanding the Stretch Code
DESCRIPTION:Following a positive recommendation from the Green Communities Study Committee in August\, Needham will  be considering adopting the Stretch Energy Code\, a required step to becoming a Green Community. \nGreen Needham’s September meeting will feature an informational program explaining the stretch code. This  amendment to the state’s existing building code\, which may be adopted by cities  and towns\, requires new buildings and major renovations to be more  energy efficient. \nWhat would the adoption of the Stretch Code mean for you?  Green Needham’s  program will provide an explanation of the code and\, more importantly\, offer the opportunity for building professionals\, town officials and staff\, and the general public to get their questions answered. \nThe lead presenter will be Greg Krantz\, who has done in-depth Stretch Code meetings for communities who are about to make a decision.  He is a lead trainer for HERS raters and currently manages the Energy Star New Homes program for Massachusetts.  Also speaking will be John Keohane\, a Home Energy Rating System (HERS) rater from Dedham who spoke to Needham’s Green Communities Study Committee last spring. \nAdopting the stretch code is one step in the process of becoming a “Green Community\,” a designation which would make Needham eligible for funding to support its energy efficiency and renewable energy projects\, and provide access to innovative energy programs as well as additional technical support and assistance from the Green Communities Division of the Commonwealth’s Department of Energy Resources. \nSeventy-four Massachusetts cities and towns have already become Green Communities.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/green-needham-meeting-understanding-the-stretch-code/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Green Communities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20110831T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20110831T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T010307
CREATED:20110812T034006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20110812T034132Z
UID:1506-1314811800-1314819000@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Open House - Needham Community Farm
DESCRIPTION:OPEN HOUSE – Needham Community Farm at 0 Pine Street \nWednesday\, August 31\, 2011\, 5:30pm – 7:30pm \nLearn what the community farm has to offer residents\, check out the beautiful gardens our summer \n class participants are growing\, and meet the  farm volunteers. \nALL ARE WELCOME!
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/1506/
LOCATION:Needham Community Farm\, 0 Pine Street\, Needham \, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Farm
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20110820T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20110820T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T010307
CREATED:20110812T032936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20110812T034108Z
UID:1501-1313834400-1313841600@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Open House - Needham Community Farm
DESCRIPTION:OPEN HOUSE – Needham Community Farm at 0 Pine Street \nSaturday\, August 20\, 2011\n 10:00am – Noon \nLearn what the community farm has to offer residents\, check out the beautiful gardens our summer \n class participants are growing\, and meet the  farm volunteers. \nALL ARE WELCOME!
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/open-house-needham-community-farm/
LOCATION:Needham Community Farm\, 0 Pine Street\, Needham \, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Farm,Uncategorized
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20110726T192500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20110726T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T010307
CREATED:20110715T164259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20110726T172603Z
UID:1403-1311708300-1311710400@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Green Communities Study Committee presentation to Selectmen
DESCRIPTION:The Green Communities Study Committee will present its report and recommendations on adopting the Stretch Energy Code and joining the Green Communities program to the Board of Selectmen at their July 26th meeting. \nThe Committee’s report will be available on July 25th.  You can see the report here.  .   \nThe Green Communities Study Committee is scheduled to present to the Selectmen at 7:25 pm.  Be aware that the meeting can proceed more quickly (or slowly) than anticipated\, so this time is approximate. \nPlease join us at the Selectmen’s meeting to support this important step for our town.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/green-communities-study-committee-presentation-to-selectmen/
LOCATION:Public Services Administration Building\, 500 Dedham Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Green Communities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20110622T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20110622T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T010307
CREATED:20110617T183439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20110618T023237Z
UID:1370-1308727800-1308733200@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Green Communities Study Committee meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Green Communities Study Committee will meet on Wednesday\, June 22nd at 7:30 am to discuss and vote a position on the Stretch Code and the Green Communities Act.  The meeting will be held in the Charles River Room of the Public Services Administration Building at 500 Dedham Ave. \nAt its June 15th meeting\, the Committee reviewed the feedback it received at the June 13th public hearing.  That information will be incorporated into the ongoing work on the draft report to be presented to the Selectmen\, along with the Committee’s recommendations\, at the Selectmen’s July 26th meeting.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/green-communities-study-committee-meeting-5/
LOCATION:Public Services Administration Building\, 500 Dedham Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20110615T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20110615T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T010307
CREATED:20110607T141210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20110607T141210Z
UID:1261-1308166200-1308171600@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Citizens Climate Lobby letter writing party
DESCRIPTION:Citizens Climate Lobby will be hosting a letter writing party on Wednesday\, Jun 15th\, at 7:30 pm\, at the Congregational Church of Needham\, on behalf of legislative action for a stable and sustainable climate.  This is an opportunity to meet like-minded friends and neighbors\, learn about a new international movement lobbying for climate solutions\, and express your views in a personalized letter to your congressional representative. \nThis event is free. It is sponsored by Citizens Climate Lobby\, a nonpartisan\, nonsectarian\, nonprofit organization committed to building the political will for a stable and sustainable climate. Please email Gary at ccl.boston@citizensclimatelobby.org if you would like more information.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/citizens-climate-lobby-letter-writing-party/
LOCATION:Congregational Church of Needham\, 1154 Great Plain Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activism
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20110615T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20110615T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T010307
CREATED:20110607T021626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20110608T104524Z
UID:1276-1308166200-1308171600@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Speak Out on Climate Change
DESCRIPTION:Join citizens from across the US and Canada calling for enactment of comprehensive energy and climate legislation. \nJust 90 minutes to meet like-minded friends and neighbors\, learn about this new national movement\, and write a personalized letter to your congressman. \nNext Boston Area Million Letter March Party* \nDate: Wednesday\, June 15\, 7:30-9:00 PM \nLocation: Congregational Church of Needham\n 1154 Great Plain Avenue\, Needham\, MA \nFor information\, contact: Gary Rucinski\, 617-803-8038\, ccl.boston@citizensclimatelobby.org \nwww.CitizensClimateLobby.org \n* Sponsored by Citizens Climate Lobby\, a nonpartisan\, nonsectarian\, nonprofit organization committed to building the political will for a stable and sustainable climate
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/speak-out-on-climate-change/
LOCATION:Congregational Church of Needham\, 1154 Great Plain Avenue\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activism
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20110613T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20110613T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T010307
CREATED:20110605T200509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20110618T185159Z
UID:1254-1307991600-1307998800@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Green Communities Study Committee Public Hearing June 13th
DESCRIPTION:The Green Communities Study Committee will hold a public hearing seeking community input regarding the adoption of the Stretch Building code and other Green Communities qualifications on Monday\, June 13th at 7:00 pm at the Broadmeadow School. \nThis is an important step in the effort to have the Town of Needham be certified as a Massachusetts Green Community.   Becoming a Green Community is a commitment to reducing municipal energy usage\, saving money\, increasing the energy efficiency and energy performance of residences\, offices and municipal buildings and supporting the development of a green economy in Massachusetts. \nYour participation is important. Attending the meeting\, whether you wish to speak or not\, demonstrates your interest and helps Needham seize this opportunity to become a more sustainable community. \nIf you cannot attend the meeting\, you may send your comments to the Green Communities Study Commiittee via e-mail to Sandy Cincotta or by letter to the Committee at 500 Dedham Ave.\, Needham\, MA 02492.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/green-communities-study-committee-public-hearing-june-13th/
LOCATION:Broadmeadow School Performance Center\, 120 Broadmeadow Road\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
CATEGORIES:Green Communities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20110611T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20110611T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T010307
CREATED:20110519T222520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20110611T171216Z
UID:1233-1307786400-1307800800@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Green Energy Tour of Needham Homes
DESCRIPTION:Information on each of the homes in the Green Energy Tour  is available here.  \nYou don’t have to travel far to see examples of homes with the newest clean energy technology. On Saturday\, June 11\, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.\, the League of Women Voters of Needham will host a green energy open house event. Six Needham homes will be showcased\, with features that include solar electricity\, solar hot water\, co-generation of electricity and heat\, radiant floor heating\, older home weatherization retrofit\, and sustainable yard. Also featured will be the first Needham home to install geothermal heating and cooling. \n“Needham residents may not even realize that their neighbors have innovative systems to produce energy\,” said Susan McGarvey\, one of the event organizers. “We’d like people to know about federal and state incentives that make green energy more affordable. We’ll also include tips about energy efficiency\, since that is a way every household can reduce their energy use.” \nParticipants should come to the Webster Street entrance of the high school before 12:30 p.m. to pick up maps or buy tickets. They can decide which homes they would like to visit. At each site\, homeowners and possibly installers will be on hand to answer questions and explain their systems. \nAdvance tickets are available for $5.99 from www.BrownPaperTickets.com (search “Needham”) or for $7.00 at the door on the day of the event. Children 18 and under are free.  Tickets are also available from League members. \nFor more information call Susan McGarvey at 781 444-5286 or visit www.lwv-needham.org
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/green-energy-tour-of-needham-homes-2/
LOCATION:Start at Needham High School\, 609 Webster St.\, Needham\, MA\, 02494\, United States
CATEGORIES:Energy Efficiency,Home
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20110607T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20110607T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T010307
CREATED:20110414T190039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20110414T232827Z
UID:1144-1307433600-1307466000@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:New England Wind Energy Education Project Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The New England Wind Energy Education Project (NEWEEP) will host a 1-day conference and workshop on June 7th in Marlborough for policymakers\, engaged citizens\, educators\, students\, utility representatives\, and the media to learn more about wind energy and the wind development community. NEWEEP is funded by the US Department of Energy’s Wind Powering America initiative under a 2-year grant.    \nThe conference/workshop will focus on presenting balanced information relevant to issues of importance to individuals and communities affected by wind energy proposals throughout New England\, including environmental and economic benefits as well as siting concerns. Our goal is to ensure that participants know where to go to obtain the latest research\, identify areas where more research is needed\, and identify strategies for continuing the NEWEEP effort. \nThis one-day conference/workshop will start with presentations and discussion panels. In addition\, facilitated breakout sessions will allow participants to collectively brainstorm issues associated with wind development\, siting\, and permitting\, and to identify areas where more credible research is needed and how to oversee and fund it. \nNEWEEP’s premise is that wind energy has benefits and that responsibly-sited wind power has a role to play in New England\, but\, not every place is the right place for wind generation. NEWEEP’s mission is to seek and make available the best information possible to support good decisions. \nThe conference/workshop is intended for: \n\n* Policy implementers-including state\, regional and local regulatory/planning authorities\, municipal officials (e.g. selectmen\, planning board\, board of health\, etc.)\, siting and permitting officials and staff\nPolicymakers-including legislators\, politicians and regulators\nEngaged citizens-including those impacted by existing or planned wind power projects\, members of local energy committees. Community organizations either supportive of or concerned about wind energy in their midst\nEducators\, students\, utility representatives\, the press\, and members of the general public interested in learning more about wind energy\nThe wind development community\n\nFurther information about the conference (including registration information when available) is at the NEWEEP web site.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/new-england-wind-energy-education-project-workshop/
LOCATION:Best Western Royal Plaza\, Marlborough\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wind
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20110518T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20110518T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T010307
CREATED:20110426T175200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20110426T175320Z
UID:1180-1305703800-1305709200@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Green Communities Study Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:A meeting of the Green Communities Study Committee has been scheduled for Wednesday\, May 18th at 7:30 am. \nThe April 27th meeting was canceled.  At its April 13th meeting\, the Committee discussed next steps in preparing its report and formulating its recommendation.  The Chair has identified sub-committees/groups to work on portions of the report.  The Committee is also still seeking a HERS rater who would be available and willing to meet with the Committee in the upcoming weeks.    \nYou may also find information about the Committee and its meetings on the Green Communities Study Committee page on the Town’s web site.  You may sign up there for e-mail notifications about the Committee.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/green-communities-study-committee-meeting-4/
LOCATION:Public Services Administration Building\, 500 Dedham Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20110501T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20110501T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T010307
CREATED:20110426T194956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20110426T195329Z
UID:1196-1304254800-1304269200@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Mass Interfaith Power & Light Annual meeting - Needham honorees
DESCRIPTION:Mass. Interfaith Power & Light’s annual meeting and celebration will be held on May 1st from 1:00 PM until 5:00 PM at the Boston Synagogue.  Roger S. Gottlieb\,  author of A Greener Faith: Religious Environmentalism and Our Planet’s Future\, will be the keynote speaker.  Among the eight individuals and two organizations to be honored at the event will be two from Needham: \n\nRt. Rev. Roy (Bud) Cederholm\, Bishop Suffragan of the Episcopal Diocese of Massachusetts\, launched a Green Grants Initiative to encourage\, challenge and support all congregations in the Episcopal diocese in environmental stewardship.  Bishop Cederholm is former pastor of Christ Church\, Needham and a Needham resident.\nThe First Parish of Needham\, Unitarian Universalist\, will also be honored for their leadership by example. The First Parish lowered its greenhouse gas emissions by 40% and its energy costs by 50%\, and was recognized as the first Energy Star congregation in Massachusetts.\n\nFor more details\, including a information on concurrent sessions\, a list of all honorees and exhibitors\, click here.   \nSee the event information and location on our calendar.   \nFor more information on Mass Interfaith Power & Light\, visit their web site.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/mass-interfaith-power-light-annual-meeting-needham-honorees/
LOCATION:Boston Synagogue\, 55 Martha Road\, Boston\, MA\, 02114\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20110430T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20110430T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T010307
CREATED:20110422T142536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20110422T142752Z
UID:1171-1304179200-1304186400@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:MCAN Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Massachusetts Climate Action Network’s Annual Meeting will take place next Saturday\, April 30th\, from 4 to 6pm at the Cambridge Senior Center. 806 Mass Ave\, Central Square\, Cambridge. \nGreen Needham is a member of MCAN\, a coalition of locally organized groups in Massachusetts communities.  \nThis year’s annual meeting will focus on the implementation of MCAN’s new three-year plan\, which has been developed by the board and staff over the last six months.  The new strategic direction builds on MCAN’s years of experience organizing and helping community groups develop\, to build a strong and vital climate movement whose voice will be heard from town halls to Beacon Hill and beyond.  \nMCAN welcomes interested individuals from member chapters to participate as they kick off this new phase for MCAN.  Opportunities for members to become more involved in MCAN events will also be highlighted.   \nGetting there: The Red Line T stops at Central Square\, just two blocks from the Senior Center. If you need to drive\, street parking is available at 25 cents per half hour\, and there is a parking lot on Green Street. \nCoffee and light refreshments will be provided. Everyone is welcome!
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/mcan-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Cambridge Senior Center\, 806 Mass Ave\, Central Square\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20110427T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20110427T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T010307
CREATED:20110421T124208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20110426T175009Z
UID:1150-1303891200-1303923600@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Green Communities Study Committee meeting - cancelled
DESCRIPTION:The April 27th meeting of the Green Communities Study Committee has been cancelled.  The next meeting will take place on Wednesday\, May 18th at 7:30 am.  \nA meeting of the Green Communities Study Committee has been added for Wednesday\, April 27th at 7:30 am. \nAt its April 13th meeting\, the Committee discussed next steps in preparing its report and formulating its recommendation.  The Chair will pull together a list of questions and identify sub-committees/groups to work on portions of the report.  The Committee is also still seeking a HERS rater who would be available and willing to meet with the Committee in the upcoming weeks.    \nYou may also find information about the Committee and its meetings on the Green Communities Study Committee page on the Town’s web site.  You may sign up there for e-mail notifications about the Committee.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/green-communities-study-committee-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Public Services Administration Building\, 500 Dedham Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110423
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110424
DTSTAMP:20260404T010307
CREATED:20110422T022045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20110422T022056Z
UID:1163-1303516800-1303603140@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Townwide Clean Up Day
DESCRIPTION:Needham celebrates Earth Day by helping prepare the town for its 300th birthday.  On April 23 the Needham300 committee is organizing a town wide clean up day.  People can sign up individually or as a group. Volunteers will spread out over town to pick up trash in several public open spaces. \nVolunteers are asked to gather at the Newman School at 8:30 a.m. for coffee and donuts. \nOnce there they will be given yellow trash bags and assigned to open areas around town. When the trash is cleaned up the bags can be left at each individual site where town workers will come pick them up. \nResidents are encouraged to gather groups of people to help with this event. Hundreds of volunteers will be needed to cover all the sites in town that the beautification committee has identified to be in need of a clean up. \nSend an e-mail to the 300 Committee or contact Joe Quinnan at 781-929-0121 if you plan to participate.  Volunteers can just show up that day\, too\, though it would be helpful for the organizers to know how many people will be there.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/townwide-clean-up_da/
LOCATION:MA
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110422
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110423
DTSTAMP:20260404T010307
CREATED:20110422T021308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20110426T181049Z
UID:1161-1303430400-1303516740@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Earth Day!
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day 2011 falls on a religious holiday (Good Friday)\, so there are not many events taking place today.  Needham’s event – a Townwide Clean-up Day – will take place tomorrow.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/earth-day/
LOCATION:MA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20110415T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20110415T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T010307
CREATED:20110307T164731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20110311T001059Z
UID:1047-1302854400-1302885000@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Sustainable Communities Conference
DESCRIPTION:The first annual Massachusetts Sustainable Communities Conference  on Best Practices in Local Sustainability brings together stakeholders from government\, education\, business and communities.   The conference will be held from 8 am to 4 pm on April 15th at the Holiday in in Marlborough.   \n\nLearn from leading experts about current local best practices and plans for sustainability \nNetwork with local\, regional and statewide sustainability peers and experts \nGo home with knowledge and resources for community sustainability\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND \n\nLocal Government Staff:  Energy/Sustainability Committees\, Facilities\, DPW\, Purchasing\, Conservation/Environment\, Planners\, Councilors\, Selectmen\, Economic Developers\, School Committees \nCommunity Leaders and Members \nBusiness and Academic Representatives \nPeople working towards community sustainability\n\nTHE SPEAKERS:  50+ Speakers in 16 Sessions about Community Sustainability \nKEY SPEAKERS INCLUDE:   \n\nMark Sylvia\, the newly appointed Commissioner of the Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources (MA DOER).  Mark was a Town Manager in Plymouth and the first Director of the MA DOER Green Communities Division\nJim Walker\, VP and Director of Solar Grid-Tie Projects at Ameresco.  His projects include the first solar PV Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) in Massachusetts for the 500 kW system in the City of Newburyport.  Jim is on the board of MIT’s Enterprise Forum.\n\nTHE EXHIBITORS:  30+ Exhibitors \n\nBusinesses that provide sustainability and clean energy services and products\nState Agencies that provide technical assistance and financial resources to communities \nNon-Profits that provide leadership and outreach in communities \nUniversities and Colleges with sustainability certificate and degree programs\n\nMORE INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION: \n\nConference details can also be found at the Massachusetts Sustainable Communities web site.\nRegistration is online at Eventrbrite and is $60 before March 15th\, $75 after.\nYou may also e-mail Conference Director Jen Boudrie or call her at 508-481-0569 for more information.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/massachusetts-sustainable-communities-conference/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn\, Marlborough\, MA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20110413T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20110413T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T010307
CREATED:20110406T124225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20110421T125231Z
UID:1154-1302681600-1302714000@www.greenneedham.org
SUMMARY:Green Communities Study Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:A meeting of the Green Communities Study Committee has been added for Wednesday\, April 13th at 7:30 am. \nYou may also find information about the Committee and its meetings on the Green Communities Study Committee page on the Town’s web site.  You may sign up there for e-mail notifications about the Committee.
URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/green-communities-study-committee-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Public Services Administration Building\, 500 Dedham Ave.\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States
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