Ongoing Multiple Dates: until filled Environmental Leaders Needed City:
choose Description: We want to
meet with potential environmental leaders who want to serve on the
executive committee of the Stevens & Permanente Creeks
Watershed Council. Let's talk.
Cost:
we need a volunteer Location: We can
pick a convenient place together Contact:
Mondy Lariz, (408) 356-8258, ed@spcwc.org Presented by: Stevens &
Permanente Creeks Watershed Council a fiscal project of Acterra Websites: http://www.spcwc.org .............................................
Saturday,
January 5, 2008
(8:00 am - 4:00 pm) FREE Electronics Recycling Event City: Los Altos Description: This FREE Electronics
Recycling Program is
intended to raise funds for the restoration of the Hale Creek riparian
waterways in Los Altos
Saturday, January
5, 2008
(10:00 am - 12:00 pm) Family Bird Walk City: Fremont Description: Let family walks become a
shared time of
nature learning. We’ll begin by helping kids create their
personal bird watching field guides, and then head out onto the trails
to find those birds. Learn about the salt marsh habitat along the way.
A limited number of binoculars are available to borrow. Led by Bill and
Sharon Purcell. Recom- mended for children ages 5-10. RESERVATIONS
REQUIRED. Call 510-792-0222 ext. 43.
Cost: FREE!! Location: Don Edwards NWR Visitor Center Auditorium
(map) Contact: visitor Center, 510-792-0222 ext 43, sfbaynwrc@fws.gov Presented by: Bill & Sharon Purcell Websites: http://www.fws.gov/desfbay/
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Saturday, January
5, 2008
(10:00 am - 4:00 pm) Plant Native Bunch Grasses with Magic City: Stanford Description: Join us to plant 30,000
native bunch grasses
in a demonstration site near Maples Pavilion on Stanford Campus. It's a
chance to create an example of native plant landscaping that provides
habitat and beauty without requiring artificial irrigation, pesticide,
or ongoing maintenance. Come morning, afternoon, or both. To reserve
your place on a planting crew, for details about where to meet and what
tools to bring, or for other info, please email oaks@ecomagic.org or
call 650 323-7333.
Cost: Free Location: We'll provide directions when you RSVP.
Contact: Robin Bayer, 650-33-7333, robin@ecomagic.org Presented by: Magic Websites: http://www.ecomagic.org
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Saturday, January
5, 2008
(10:30 am - 12:30 pm) Introduction To Grow Biointensive City: Palo Alto Description: GROW BIOINTENSIVE is a
whole-system approach
to gardening and farming that builds soil fertility in a relatively
short time, so that fertilizer inputs (other than compost) become
unnecessary, or almost so, thereby making the garden and farm as
sustainable as possible. Learn the principles of double-digging,
composting and soil-building, intensive planting, companion planting,
carbon-farming (compost crops), calorie farming, and open-pollinated
seeds. To register call 650-4976072.
Saturday, January
5, 2008
(2:00 pm - 4:00 pm) Class - Composting City: Palo Alto Description: GROW BIOINTENSIVE composting
is the basis for
growing the healthiest, most nutritious, and most disease-resistant
plants. Besides being the easiest and most effective way to compost, it
is so fun and satisfying that we must warn you composting can become
addictive! We will go to the Common Ground Demonstration Garden and
build our own compost pile. YOU BRING: a five-gallon bucket of "green
material" (grass clippings, weeds, and/or non-meat kitchen scraps). (1
CEU). To register call 650-493-6072.
Sunday, January
6, 2008
(1:00 pm - 3:00 pm) GGNRA Endangered Species Big Year City: San Francisco Description: Kick-off party at the SF Zoo!
See a Bald Eagle, Peregrine Falcon, and a San Francisco Garter Snake!
Followed by a guided trip to see Western Snowy Plovers. Everyone
welcome.
Cost: Free Location: San Francisco Zoo, 1 Zoo Rd., San
Francisco, CA 94132. (map) Contact: Brent Plater, (415) 572-6989, bplater@ggnrabigyear.org Presented by: Center for Biological Diversity,
Nature in the City, SF Zoo Websites: http://ggnrabigyear.org
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Tuesday, January
8, 2008
(6:30 pm - 9:00 pm) The Clean Development Baseline Issue City: Palo Alto Description: The Clean Development
Baseline Issue:
Clean Development Mechanisms (CDMs)
for Silicon Valley Industry
The United Nations has set out standards for CDMs, which include
baseline assessment prior to CDM implementation. How do these apply to
our work? We will discuss such challenges
Cost: $15 (Conexions members $12) Location: Conexions Offices, 1023
Corporation Way, Palo Alto , CA
94303, , (just off E. Bayshore between Embarcadero
and San Antonio ) Contact: Samantha Schoenfeld, 650-938-9300 x10
Presented by: Sustainovation, a project of Conexions
Websites: http://http//www.conexions.org,
http://www.conexions.org
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Wednesday,
January 9, 2008
(1:00 pm - 3:00 pm) Help plant a demonstration garden with Save The Bay (Oakland) City: Oakland Description: Help plant native plants in
our new demonstration garden, where Bay Trail users can stop to learn
about the native
plants we are growing at our nursery for on-site restoration efforts.
This program is part of Save The Bay’s ongoing wetland
restoration projects with our site partner East Bay Regional Park
District.
No experience necessary, all ages welcome. Gloves, tools and all
instruction are provided. Each event is led by Save The Bay
staff, who are certified in CPR and Wilderness First Aid, all site
projects have been planned to insure safety. Due to the
sensitive nature of the restoration site, space is limited and RSVP is
requested.
Cost: Free Location: Directions will be provided upon RSVP.
Contact: Jenni Pardi, 510 452 9261 x119, bayevents@safesfbay.org Presented by: Save The Bay Websites: http://www.saveSFbay.org/bayevents
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Thursday, January
10, 2008
(7:00 pm - 9:00 pm) Stop Clearcutting the Sierra! - FREE Event City: Palo Alto Description: Tens of thousands of acres
have been clearcut
and converted to tree plantations by logging giant Sierra Pacific
Industries (SPI).
ForestEthics is teaming up with the Sierra Club, Loma Prieta Chapter to
stop this clearcutting through market campaigning. Come to a
presentation by Josh Buswell-Charkow, ForestEthics Campaign Organizer,
to learn more about what is at stake, why clearcutting is so
destructive, and how the “Save the Sierra”
campaign, and
most importantly YOU, can help to stop clearcutting the Sierra!
Light refreshments will be served. For more information and to RSVP (so
we know how much food to bring), please contact Bill Young. See you
there!
Saturday, January
12, 2008
(9:00 am - 12:00 pm) Native planting project at Eden Landing Ecological Reserve City: Hayward Description: Be one of the first
volunteers to dig in and
restore these former salt ponds and help us reach our goal of planting
5,000 native wetland plants this winter, such as alkali heath, jaumea
and salt grass.
No experience necessary, all ages welcome. Gloves, tools and all
instruction are provided. Each event is led by Save The Bay staff, who
are certified in CPR and Wilderness First Aid, all site projects have
been planned to insure safety. Due to the sensitive nature of the
restoration site, space is limited and RSVP is requested.
Cost: Free Location: Directions will be provided upon RSVP.
Contact: Jennie Pardi, 510 452 9261 x119, bayevents@savesfbay.org Presented by: Save The Bay Websites: http://www.savesfbay.org/bayevents
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Saturday, January
12, 2008
(9:30 am - 12:30 pm) Creekside Restoration Workday - Volunteers
Needed City: Portola Valley Description: -The San Francisquito
Watershed Council is hosting a native planting day in Portola Valley
along Los Trancos Creek.
-Los Trancos Creek (part of the San Francisquito Watershed) is home to
diverse plant and animal communities including several endangered
species. Native vegetation helps keep the aquatic habitat healthy and
provides critical habitat for native wildlife.
-Come help us plant California natives along a stretch of Los Trancos
Creek adjacent to the intersection of Alpine Rd. and Arastradero Rd..
Bring old clothes and study shoes, we'll provide the rest. Parking is
available on the far side of the lot next to the soccer field.
-All ages and groups welcome-
Cost: Free Location: Meet in the lot on the corner of
Arastradero Rd. and Alpine Rd. Park on the far side near the soccer
field. (map) Contact: Ryan, 650-961-1035 x310, ryan@sanfrancisquito.org Presented by: The San Francisquito Watershed Council
Websites: http://www.sanfrancisquito.org
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Saturday, January
12, 2008
(10:00 am - 3:30 pm) Plant and Paddle Bair Island with Save The Bay City: Redwood City Description: Explore and restore the Bay
in one day!
Join us as we paddle canoes out to Middle Bair Island and help restore
native wetland habitat at this site that is normally off-limits to the
public. Our goal is to plant 2,500 native plants this winter and you
will be part of this exciting process!
All canoe and restoration equipment is provided, minimum age 10. Each
event is led by Save The Bay staff trained in CPR and Wilderness First
Aid and all sites have been scouted for a safe journey.
RSVP is required.
Cost: $25 Save The Bay members, $35 Non-members Location: Directions will be provided upon RSVP
Contact: Jennie Pardi, 510 452 9261 x119, bayevents@savesfbay.org Presented by: Save The Bay Websites: http://www.savesfbay.org/bayevents
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Saturday, January
12, 2008
(10:00 am - 4:00 pm) Plant Native Bunch Grasses with Magic City: Stanford Description: Join us to plant 30,000
native bunch grasses
in a demonstration site near Maples Pavilion on Stanford Campus. It's a
chance to create an example of native plant landscaping that provides
habitat and beauty without requiring artificial irrigation, pesticide,
or ongoing maintenance. Come morning, afternoon, or both. To reserve
your place on a planting crew, for details about where to meet and what
tools to bring, or for other info, please email oaks@ecomagic.org or
call 650 323-7333.
Cost: Free Location: Directions provided when you RSVP.
Contact: Robin Bayer, 650-323-7333, robin@ecomagic.org Presented by: Magic Websites: http://www.ecomagic.org
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Saturday, January
12, 2008
(10:30 am - 2:00 pm) Class - Fruit Tree Pruning City: Palo Alto Description: Learn how to maximize tree
health, fruit
production and to identify dead wood. Espalier care also discussed.
Meet at Common Ground, then proceed to a local orchard - rain or shine.
YOU BRING: pruning shears, bag lunch and a notebook. (1.5 CEUs). To
register call 650-493-6072.
Saturday, January
12, 2008
(1:00 pm - 3:00 pm) Exploring Owls City: Fremont Description: Owls have captivated human
imaginations for
centuries. Curious about how they hunt, how they see and hear, and what
they eat? Come listen to a presentation, view owl body parts, listen to
their calls, and dissect their pellets to see what they eat.
Recommended for ages 7 and up. Led by Paul Bridges. Reservations
required. Call 510-792-0222 ext. 43. *Trails are generally level.
Surface and trail conditions vary. Please call for accessibility
information. Visitor Center, 1 Marshlands Road, Fremont –
(510)
792-0222 • Environmental Education Center, 1751 Grand Blvd,
Alviso
– (408) 262-5513 12
Cost: Free!! Location: Visitor Center Auditorium, Fremont 1:00
p.m. – 3:00 p.m. (map) Contact: Visitor Center, 510-7920222 ext 43 Presented by: Paul Bridges Websites: http://www.fws.gov/desfbay/
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Sunday, January
13, 2008
(10:00 am - 3:00 pm) Exhibit and Workshop: Trash Mash-Up at SF
Environment's EcoCenter City: San Francisco Description: Trash Mash-Up (TMU), a
community art project,
will be exhibiting their original "Maskostumes" at San Francisco
Environment's EcoCenter the months of December through February. Come
see the remarkable work done by local youth from the Western Addition.
On January 13th, 2008 from 10 am - 3pm, Trash Mash-Up will be a part of
Department of Children, Youth and Their Families Family Appreciation
Day. Drop by the San Francisco Environment EcoCenter to support this
community effort and find a new way with old objects for yourself. The
San Francisco EcoCenter is located at 11 Grove Street.
Cost: Free Location: SF Department of the Environment,
EcoCenter, 11 Grove Street, San Francisco, CA, 94102 Contact: Trash Mash-Up, 415-752-5537, trashmashup@gmail.com Presented by: Trash Mash-Up, Sf department of the
Environment and SF Department of Children, Youth and Their Families Websites: http://trashmashup.googlepages.com/
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Sunday, January
13, 2008
(10:00 am - 3:00 pm) Docent-Led Hike at Little Basin City: Boulder Creek Description: Take a docent-led tour of
Little Basin, soon to be the newest addition to Big Basin Redwoods
State Park. Then hike to the top of Eagle Rock, a former fire lookout,
for vistas of Little Basin, Big Basin and the entire central coast.
Hike is 6 miles with a 1,200 elevation gain. Reservations required. Go
to www.sempervirens.org/hikes to sign up, or call (650) 968-4509.
Cost: Free, but reservations are required. Location: Little Basin, 21700 Little Basin Road
Contact: Melanie Kimbel, 650-968-4509, mkimbel*sempervirens.org Presented by: Sempervirens Fund Websites: http://www.sempervirens.org
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Sunday, January
13, 2008
(12:30 pm - 2:30 pm) Redwood City Salt Works: Restoration or Development? City: Redwood City Description: Speakers opposed to and in
favor of housing development on the 1,422-acre former Cargill SaltWorks
location near the Port of Redwood City will share their views and
answer questions from the audience. This program is being put on by an
interfaith group of six Redwood City faith groups.
Cost: Free -- refreshments served Location: Unitarian-Universalist Church, 2124
Brewster Ave (at Lowell) Contact: Debbie Mytels, (650) 856-7580, kayebonney*yahoo.com Presented by: Mid-Peninsula Housing Corporation,
Save the Bay, Eden Housing, Friends of Redwood City Websites: http://www.uufrc.org
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Monday, January
14, 2008
(9:00 am - 5:00 pm) Multiple Dates: through March 7, 2008 Leadership In Green Health Care Course City: Online course Description: Registration has opened for
the
groundbreaking “Leadership in Green Health Care”
course for
health care practitioners. The 8-week, online course offered by The
Teleosis Institute, an educational non-profit organization, educates
health professionals in the newly emerging discipline of
“Sustainable Medicine.”
The next course begins January 14, 2008. Registration and additional
information is available at www.greenhealthcare.org or call
(510)558-7285.
Tuesday, January
15, 2008
(6:30 pm - 8:30 pm) Third Tuesday - Sierra Club Social City: Mountain View Description: A member of the Loma Prieta
Chapter Ski
Touring Section (STS), David Passmore will share pictures and stories
of previous STS trips to the Sierra Nevada. His presentation will cover
a wide range of experience and terrain, from leisurely day trips for
the beginner to multi-day expeditions.
Cost: Free Location: Historic Adobe Building, 157 Moffett Blvd,
Mountain View (near Alma and the Castro train station) Contact: Kristen Ohiaeri, 650-390-8411, kristen.ohiaeri@sierraclub.org Presented by: David Passmore, Loma Prieta Chapter
Ski Touring Section Websites: http://lomaprieta.sierraclub.org
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Tuesday, January
15, 2008
(7:00 pm - 9:00 pm) Tuolumne River Campaign Leaders Needed! City: Palo Alto Description: Are you ready to step up to
the plate and
help lead the campaign to protect the Tuolumne River? If so, please
join us for our kick-off meeting.
Peter Drekmeier, Bay Area Program Director for the Tuolumne River
Trust, will show us what is at stake, and how we can help.
Our campaign will be promoting water conservation and recycling in
communities throughout the Peninsula and South Bay, while encouraging
cities to oppose the SFPUC’s proposed water grab.
Light food and beverages will be provided. For more information and to
RSVP (so we know how much food to bring), please contact Bill Young at
650-390-8494, or bill.young@sierraclub.org. The Tuolumne needs your
help!
Wednesday,
January 16, 2008
(1:00 pm - 3:00 pm) Transplanting project at the Baylands Native Plant Nursery City: Palo Alto Description: Learn about habitat
restoration as you help
transplant native plants in our on-site nursery. This program is part
of Save The Bay’s ongoing wetland restoration projects with
our
site partner the City of Palo Alto Baylands Nature Preserve. No
experience necessary, all ages welcome. Gloves, tools and all
instruction are provided. Each event is led by Save The Bay staff, who
are certified in CPR and Wilderness First Aid, all site projects have
been planned to insure safety. Due to the sensitive nature of the
restoration site, space is limited and RSVP is requested.
Cost: Free Location: Directions will be provided upon RSVP.
Contact: Jennie Pardi, 510 452 9261 x119, bayevents@savesfbay.org Presented by: Save The Bay Websites: http://www.savesfbay.org/bayevents
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Friday, January
18, 2008
(8:00 am - 5:00 pm) Multiple Dates: & Sat. 1/19/08 Wkshp: Soil Ecology/Soil Foodweb Intensive City: San Mateo Description: World renown microbiologist,
Dr. Elaine
Ingham, lectures on the role of soil biology in creating and maintaning
healthy landscapes. Friday focuses on scientific background; Saturday
is more focused on practical application. Brief overview Thursday
evening 7 - 9 pm.
Cost: $180.00 all 3 lectures;
$100.00/day;$20.00/evening Location: San Mateo Garden Center, Redwood
Hall, 605
Parkside Way, San Mateo, CA 94403, North side of Beresford
Park
off Alameda de las Pulgas (map) Contact: Alane Weber, (650)348-2094, wormlady@sbcglobal.net Presented by: Dr. Elaine Ingham of Soil Foodweb
Inc., Sponsored by Lyngso Garden Materials, Inc. Websites: http://www.soilfoodweb.com
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Saturday, January
19, 2008
(9:00 am - 12:00 pm) Winter planting project at San Francisquito Creek City: Palo Alto Description: Help Save The Bay empty our
native plant
nursery as we out-plant many species of native plants including
mugwort, common aster and creeping wild rye. Our goal is to plant 8,000
plants at the Baylands this winter and we need your helping hands! This
project is in partnership with the City of Palo Alto Baylands Nature
Preserve.
No experience necessary, all ages welcome. Gloves, tools and all
instruction are provided. Each event is led by Save The Bay staff, who
are certified in CPR and Wilderness First Aid, all site projects have
been planned to insure safety.
Due to the sensitive nature of the restoration site, space is limited
and RSVP is requested.
Cost: Free Location: Detailed directions will be provided upon
RSVP. Contact: Jennie Pardi, 510 452 9261 x119, bayevents@savesfbay.org Presented by: Save The Bay Websites: http://www.savesfbay.org/bayevents
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Saturday, January
19, 2008
(10:00 am - 4:00 pm) Plant Native Bunch Grasses with Magic City: Stanford Description: Join us to plant 30,000
native bunch grasses
in a demonstration site near Maples Pavilion on Stanford Campus. It's a
chance to create an example of native plant landscaping that provides
habitat and beauty without requiring artificial irrigation, pesticide,
or ongoing maintenance. Come morning, afternoon, or both. To reserve
your place on a planting crew, for details about where to meet and what
tools to bring, or for other info, please email oaks@ecomagic.org or
call 650 323-7333.
Cost: Free Location: We'll provide directions when you RSVP.
Contact: Robin Bayer, 650-323-7333, robin@ecomagic.org Presented by: Magic Websites: http://www.ecomagic.org
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Sunday, January
19, 2008
(10:30 am - 1:30 pm) Class - Rose pruning and care City: Palo Alto Description: Encourage beautiful profuse
flowering with
winter pruning and proper care. Learn about the very best soil and
amendments for healthy happy roses. Mulches are also discussed. The
class will go to a nearby garden for a demonstration and some hands-on.
YOU BRING: a snack, pruning shears optional. (1 CEU). To register call
650-493-6072.
Saturday, January
19, 2008
(1:30 pm - 3:30 pm) Class - Grafting fruit trees City: Palo Alto Description: Grafting allows you to have
the variety of
fruit you want on the appropriate rootstocks and to graft more than one
variety onto new or existing trees. You will learn the plant physiology
involved in grafting, different techniques available, and the steps
needed to produce a grafted fruit tree. Scion wood included. Please
purchase grafting knives before class, available at Common Ground. (1
CEU). To register call 650-493-6072.
Saturday, January
19, 2008
(2:00 pm - 4:00 pm) Volunteer Orientation City: Fremont Description: Have you been thinking about
volunteering?
Wonder if there’s something you can do to help your local
wildlife refuge? Come find out at this information-packed presentation.
Volunteers staff our Visitor Center and run our Native Plant Nursery;
they lead nature walks and school field trips; pick up trash and pull
weeds; drive biologists to boats docks and help organize files. See if
there’s something that’s right for you.
RESERVATIONS
REQUIRED. Call 510-792-0222 ext. 43.
Cost: Free Location: Visitor Center Auditorium (map) Contact: Visitor Center, 510-792-0222 ext 43 Presented by: Laurie McEwen Websites: http://www.fws.gov/desfbay/
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Friday, January
19, 2008
(4:00 pm - 5:30 pm) Twilight Marsh Walk City: Fremont Description: Experience the salt marsh at
twilight on an
easy stroll along Tidelands (1 1/3 mile) Trail. At the setting of the
sun we will observe the beginning of nature’s night shift.
Come
discover the sights, sounds, and smells of the refuge as night
descends. Meet at the observation deck. Not suitable for young
children. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Call 510-792-0222 ext. 43. Led by Mary
and Gene Bobik.
Cost: free Location: Visitor Center Auditorium (map) Contact: Visitor Center, 510-792-0222 ext43 Presented by: Mary & Gene Bobik Websites: http://www.fws.gov/desfbay/
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Sunday, January
20, 2008
(10:00 am - 2:00 pm) Docent-Led Hike at Wilder Ranch/Graywhale State Park City: Santa Cruz Description: We will be looking for fetid
adders tongues, the first blooming wildflower on the central coast.
Wear boots, and bring water and layers of clothing. Reservations
required. Sign up to hike at http://www.sempervirens.org/hikes.htm.
Cost: Free, but reservations are required. Location: We will meet at the Santa Cruz Govt
Center, corner of Ocean St and Water St in Santa Cruz, and carpool to
the park. Contact: Melanie Kimbel, 650-968-4509, mkimbel*sempervirens.org Presented by: Sempervirens Fund Websites: http://www.sempervirens.org
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Monday, January
21, 2008
(09:00 am - 12:30 pm) MLK National Day of Service and Celebration City: Oakland Description: Oakland Volunteers Make
Martin Luther King Day A Day On, Not A Day Off Sponsored by the City of
Oakland
• WHAT: Oakland’s Martin Luther King National Day of
Service, volunteer creek cleanup and beautification project •
WHO: Sponsored by City of Oakland’s Arroyo Viejo Watershed
Awareness and Program Service for Peace and community volunteers
Tuesday, January
22, 2008
(6:30 pm - 8:00 pm) Presentation: Sustainable Building City: Alameda Description: Darrel DeBoer, renown Green
Architect will give a presentation on Sustainable Building techniques
& resources. Mr. DeBoer is also an expert on bamboo.
Cost: FREE Location: Alameda Free Library, 1550 Oak St
Contact: Pat Colburn, 510-919-6169, pat*patcolburn.com Presented by: Pat Colburn Websites:
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Tuesday, January
22, 2008
(7:00 pm - 8:00 pm) Multiple Dates: Jan 29, Feb 6 and 21 Foster City Solar Community Program City: Foster City Description: Free Solar Power Seminars to
learn the benefits of solar
power and give Foster City residents the chance to join
the Solar Community Program for access to solar installation discounts
of 20% through partner SolarCity,
of Foster City.
Wednesday,
January 23, 2008
(9:00 am - 12:30 pm) Green Development: Moving Beyond the Myths and Barriers City: Palo Alto Description: Is there payback in building
green? Will green standards hurt development in the Valley? Green
construction will accelerate in Silicon Valley as myths are debunked
and as barriers to green building are lowered. Hear from experts how
green development can succeed, and what challenges lie ahead.
For an up-to-date view of green development, come and listen to:
* Linda LeZotte, former City of San Jose councilmember * David Edwards,
Earth Bound Homes * Grant French, Swinerton Builders * Jose Guevara,
Cushman & Wakefield * Brian Gitt, Build It Green
Wednesday,
January 23, 2008
(10:00 am - 12:00 pm) Multiple Dates: Repeated: Tues, Feb 5 and Sat, Feb
16 Docent-Led Hikes in Little Basin City: Boulder Creek Description: Hike the 2-mile Tanbark Trail
through mighty redwoods, peely madrones, and primeval ferns. Little
Basin is home to deer, bobcats, coyotes, hawks, eagles and so much
more. Spectacular redwood groves await your visit to this magical
place. Explore the campground and trail before it becomes the newest
addition to Big Basin Redwoods State Park. Sign up to hike at http://www.sempervirens.org/htm.
Cost: Free, but reservations are required Location: 21700 Little Basin Road, Boulder Creek
– directions will be sent upon reservation Contact: Melanie Kimbel, 650-968-4509, mkimbel*sempervirens.org Presented by: Sempervirens Fund Websites: http://www.sempervirens.org
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Wednesday,
January 23, 2008
(6:15 pm - 8:15 pm) It's Easy Being Green City: Mountain View Description: Keely Wachs, Environmental
Communications Manager, PG&E
Matt Nauman, Cleantech and Energy reporter SJ Mercury News
Peter Whiteley, Sunset Magazine Senior Writer
Jeffrey Schaub, Green Beat Reporter, CBS 5 Eyewitness News –
Moderator
“Greening” your life doesn’t have to mean
spending a
fortune on solar panels or fuel-efficient cars. There are hundreds of
easy and inexpensive ways to reduce your carbon footprint and help save
natural resources. Our panel of experts will share ways you can make
better decisions in our homes, cars, and gardens.
For tickets visit www.commonwealthclub.org/sv
Cost: $5 Members; $10 Non-Members Location: Computer History Museum, 1401 N.
Shoreline Drive Contact: www.commonwealthclub.org/sv, 408-280-5530, clubsv@commonwealthclub.org Presented by: The Commonwealth Club, The Computer
History Museum and Microsoft Websites: http://www.commonwealthclub.org/sv
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Wednesday,
January 23, 2008
(7:30 pm - 9:00 pm) Lecture: IPCC, Kyoto and Next Steps to Meet the Challenge of
Climate Change City: Stanford, CA Description: Lecture and audience
Q&A with Prof. Chris Field of Stanford, prominent climate
change scholar and IPCC report coauthor.
The strong historical link between carbon emissions and economic
activity highlights the dual economic and ecological nature of the
looming challenge. Our challenge is cutting emissions while powering a
global economic engine likely to grow more than 10-fold in the 21st
century. Many low-emitting technologies are available today, but moving
them from the laboratory scale to global energy system is the grand
challenge of our era.
Cost: Free Location: Cubberley Auditorium, Stanford University
(map) Contact: Matt Pellow, 650-796-6906, mpellow*stanford.edu Presented by: Stanford Scientific Magazine Public
Lecture Series Websites: http://publiclectures.stanford.edu
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Thursday, January
24, 2008
(7:15 pm - 9:00 pm) Meeting: Sunnyvale Cool Cities City: Sunnyvale Description: General Meeting. The
Sunnyvale Cool Cities Team supports city government efforts to reduce
greenhouse gas emissions and takes direct action to shrink the our
city's carbon footprint.
Cost: Free Location: Toyota of Sunnyvale, El Camino, Btn. Mary
and Hollenbeck, Main Bldg., Second floor classroom Contact: Barbara Fukumoto, 408.245.7517, barbf53*aol.com Presented by: Sunnyvale Cool Cities Team Websites: http://sunnyvalecool.org
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Friday, January
25, 2008
(6:30 pm - 9:30 pm) Multiple Dates: Sat. Jan. 26 10am-4:30pm Workshop: Writing Persuasively for the Environment City: Palo Alto Description: Build confidence in using the
power of your written word to write letters to the editor, op-eds,
articles etc. on environmental topics of your choice.
Get feed back from other students and instructor.
Learn how to phrase your writing to reach the unconvinced.
Make check out to Sierra Club
Please include your name, phone and email.
Cost: $45.00 S.Club Members, join at sierraclub.org
$65.00 non-members Location: Peninsula Conservation
Center, Loma Prieta Office of Sierra Club Attn:
CAN, 3921 East Bayshore Road, Palo Alto Corner of
Corporation and East Bayshore. Near NW angle of 101 and San Antonio
Road Contact: Katie Dunlap, (650) 969-0658, katiekd*pacbell.net Presented by: Louise Dunlap, Ph.D. Websites: http://sierraclub.org,
http://undoingsilence.org
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Saturday, January
26, 2008
(9:00 am - 12:00 pm) Winter Weeding and Planting at Santa Venetia Marsh City: San Rafael Description: Two endangered species, the
California
clapper rail and salt marsh harvest mouse, depend on Santa Venetia
Marsh for survival. To improve their habitat, we need volunteers to
help us plant native plants like coyote bush, gumplant and sticky
monkey flower and weed out invasive plants such as harding grass and
fennel at this site. No experience necessary, all ages welcome. Gloves,
tools and all instruction are provided. Each event is led by Save The
Bay staff, who are certified in CPR and Wilderness First Aid, all site
projects have been planned to insure safety. Due to the sensitive
nature of the restoration site, space is limited and RSVP is requested.
Cost: Free Location: Directions provided upon RSVP. Contact: Jennie Pardi, 510 452 9261 x119, bayevents@savesfbay.org Presented by: Save The Bay Websites: http://www.savesfbay.org/bayevents
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Saturday, January
26, 2008
(9:00 am - 3:30 pm) Kayak and Restoration at Marin Islands National Wildlife Refuge City: San Rafael Description: Discover the Bay and help
restore it, all in
one trip! This site is normally off-limits to the public and Save The
Bay has a permit to access this island just once per month. This winter
we need volunteers to help us plant upland species such as buckeye,
sticky monkey flower and purple needlegrass.
Minimum age is 16, all equipment and instruction are provided. Each
event is led by Save The Bay staff trained in CPR and Wilderness First
Aid and all sites have been scouted for a safe journey. RSVP is
required.
Cost: $50 Save The Bay members, $60 non-members Location: Directions provided upon RSVP. Contact: Jennie Pardi, 510 452 9261 x119, bayevents@savesfbay.org Presented by: Save The Bay Websites: http://www.savesfbay.org/bayevents
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Saturday, January
26, 2008
(9:30 am - 12:00 pm) Greening Your Home Energy Use • An Acterra
Event City: Palo Alto Description: Learn practical tips and
techniques to reduce
your home energy use from home energy auditors Tom Warner and Suzanne
Emerson. Includes a house tour and hands-on demonstrations on using
your heat, hot water, appliances, electronics and more in most rooms of
your home more efficiently. Held in an award-winning, passive solar
designed home.
Cost: $5 for Acterra members, $10 for general public
or join Acterra on this day and admission is free! Location: RSVP to receive location information to
Ellen Wilkinson, 650-962-9876 x306 or ellenw@acterra.org. Contact: Ellen Wilkinson, 650-962-9876 x306, ellenw@acterra.org Presented by: Acterra Websites: http://www.acterra.org
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Saturday, January
26, 2008
(10:00 am - 4:00 pm) Plant Native Bunch Grasses with Magic City: Stanford Description: Join us to plant 30,000
native bunch grasses
in a demonstration site near Maples Pavilion on Stanford Campus. It's a
chance to create an example of native plant landscaping that provides
habitat and beauty without requiring artificial irrigation, pesticide,
or ongoing maintenance. Come morning, afternoon, or both. To reserve
your place on a planting crew, for details about where to meet and what
tools to bring, or for other info, please email oaks@ecomagic.org or
call 650 323-7333.
Cost: Free Location: We'll provide directions when you RSVP.
Contact: Robin Bayer, 650-323-7333, robin@ecomagic.org Presented by: Magic Websites: http://www.ecomagic.org
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Wednesday,
January 30, 2008
(9:00 am - 5:00 pm) Multiple Dates: W Jan 30 9-9, Th Jan 31 9-5 Teach-In: Focus the Nation/SFSU City: San Francisco Description: Teach-in on climate change: -
part of a NATIONAL teach-in on over 1,000 campuses! - the science and
the impacts on humans and ecosystems - responses: local, state and
national; students - policy options and opportunities: cap and trade,
green jobs not jails, renewable energy, biofuels, etc. - interactive!
vote on solutions. national live webcast from SFSU! - FREE and open to
the public
Cost: Free Location: SF State University, Student
Center 3rd floor: Jack Adams Hall (map) Contact: Environmental Studies Office, 415-338-1149,
envs*sfsu.edu Presented by: San Francisco State University Websites: http://bss.sfsu.edu/envstudies/climate.html,
http://www.sfsu.edu
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Wednesday,
January 30, 2008
(7:00 pm - 9:00 pm) Talk: Global warming in California and beyond City: Palo Alto Description: Building on The Inconvenient
Truth, Dr. Andrew Gunther will present updated and new information:
review the scientific basis of global warming, the wide range of
expected impacts, the evidence that these are occurring, and the
resolutions to the problem, with specific examples from California and
beyond.
He has broad experience applying science to policy development on air,
water, and endangered species, published research in the field of
eco-toxicology, was 8 years Assistant Chief Scientist, Exxon Valdez Oil
Spill Restoration, is on the Board of Directors of the Union of
Concerned Scientists and is Executive Director, Center for Ecosystem
Management and Restoration.
Cost: Suggested donation $10.00, preregistration is
encouraged. Location: Main Hall, Unitarian Universalist Church
of Palo Alto, 505 Charleston Road, Palo Alto, one block west of
Middlefield Road. Contact: Ubnitarian Universalist Church of Palo
Alto, 650-494-0541, eventsignup*uucpa.org Presented by: Dr. Andrew Gunther Websites: http://www.uucpa.org,
http://www.ucsusa.org
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Thursday, January
31, 2008
(5:30 pm - 7:30 pm) Green your Business Workshop: How Small Business Can Make
Sustainable Changes Without Breaking the Bank City: San Francisco Description: Free-Public Green Business
Workshop "Green your Business: How Small Business Can Make Sustainable
Changes Without Breaking the Bank"
When: Thursday, January 31, 2008 5:30-7:30 pm Where: Pacific Energy
Center 851 Howard Street (between 4th and 5th) San Francisco, CA 94103
Speakers: Dr. Kevin Danaher, co-founder of Global Exchange and
Executive Director of the Global Citizen Center "Building the Green
Economy - Why Go Green"
Liz Linale, Cole Hardware Manager "Simple Steps to Green Your Business"
Free Door Raffle Prizes
Light refreshments will be served.
Cost: $0 Location: Pacific Energy Center, 851 Howard
Street (between 4th and 5th), San Francisco, CA 94103
(map) Contact: Tida Infahsaeng, 415-553-4433
Presented by: Urban Solutions, PG&E Websites: http://www.urbansolutionsSF.org
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