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Citizens Against Beltway Expansion Virtual Town Hall
2020-04-16 19:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York)
M-NCPPC Chair Anderson, PG Councilmember Glaros
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CABE Virtual Town Hall
April 16, 2020 • 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Register Here (it’s free)

CABE is excited to confirm that M-NCPPC Chair Casey Anderson and Prince George’s County Councilmember Danielle Glaros will join our other terrific speakers at CABE’s April 16 Virtual Town Hall.

Register now and get the latest on the fight to protect our wallets, our water bills, our communities and environment from MDOT’s $11 billion Luxury Lane threat.

April 16 CABE Town Hall speakers:Casey Anderson, Chair, Maryland National Capital Park and Planning Commission
Delegate Marc Korman (D-Mont.), Chair, Maryland House Appropriations Transportation & Environment Subcommittee
Delegate Jared Solomon (D-Mont.)
Councilmember Tom Hucker, Vice President, Montgomery County Council
Councilmember Danielle Glaros, Prince George’s County Council

Join us! Spread the word!
(Wash your hands, first)

Zoom: ANS Earth Month Conservation Café: Vernice Miller-Travis
2020-04-15 19:00 - 20:30
ANS Earth Month Conservation Café: Vernice Miller-Travis
Wednesday, April 15 • 7:00 – 8:30 pm
Virtual via Zoom.
$5.00 – $15.00 suggested donation.
(Register here to receive link)
For the past 25 years, Vernice Miller-Travis has worked to help build the field of environmental justice, and grow and shape the environmental justice (EJ) movement across the U.S.

Join us for a VIRTUAL evening of her stories of the EJ movement and of this history of Earth Day! A compelling speaker with decades of national expertise, she will guide us through an energetic, impassioned, and challenging discussion looking over the past 50 years and into today’s moment.

Click here to register!

CANCELLED: Greenfest | DC Environmental Film Festival: "The Pollinators"
2020-04-15 18:30 - 20:30 | Brookside Gardens Visitors Center, 1800 Glenallan Avenue, Wheaton, MD, 20902, United States
GreenFest 2020 (and Film Festival) is cancelled due to the current health crisis.
Thank you to our wonderful community for supporting GreenFest. We look forward to seeing you in 2021.
Greenfest | DC Environmental Film Festival: “The Pollinators”
The Montgomery County GreenFest partners are proud to join the DC Environmental Film Festival to present three documentary screenings in April at Brookside Gardens. These environmentally themed films are offered as part of Earth Day educational activities and lead up to GreenFest, which is Montgomery County’s largest environmental festival. GreenFest will take place on Sunday, April 19 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Brookside Gardens in Wheaton, MD. Visit the GreenFest website.
The Pollinators
Director: Deia Schlosberg
(United States, 2019, 95 minutes.)
Wednesday, April 15 / 6:30pm – 8:30pm / Free; registration required
Location: Brookside Gardens Visitor Center Auditorium
1800 Glenallan Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20902

Program # 83628
Register using this link: https://apm.activecommunities.com/montgomerycounty/Activity_Search/78641
*Panel discussion following film. See below.
Link to trailer: https://vimeo.com/341704838
About the Film

This award-winning documentary uncovers how our complex food system rests on the wings of the honeybee and the commercial beekeepers that move them from farm to orchard pollinating the crops that produce the food we all eat.
Expert Panel Session:
*Discussion following the screening

Ann English, Rainscapes Program Manager, RainScapes Program Manager, Watershed Restoration Division, Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection
Wayne Esaias, Prince Georges County Master Beekeeper
Rochelle Bartolomei, Native Plant Program Manager, Montgomery Parks and former Executive Director of Chesapeake Natives.

https://www.thepollinators.net/watch-the-pollinators

Full Environmental Film Festival schedule and information: https://montgomerycountygreenfest.org/schedule/dc-environmental-film-festival/

CANCELLED: Greenfest | DC Environmental Film Festival: "The Game Changers"
2020-04-08 18:30 - 20:30 | Brookside Gardens Visitors Center, 1800 Glenallen Avenue, Wheaton, MD, 20902, United States
GreenFest 2020 (and Film Festival) is cancelled due to the current health crisis.
Thank you to our wonderful community for supporting GreenFest. We look forward to seeing you in 2021.
Greenfest | DC Environmental Film Festival: “The Game Changers”
The Montgomery County GreenFest partners are proud to join the DC Environmental Film Festival to present three documentary screenings in April at Brookside Gardens. These environmentally themed films are offered as part of Earth Day educational activities and lead up to GreenFest, which is Montgomery County’s largest environmental festival. GreenFest will take place on Sunday, April 19 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Brookside Gardens in Wheaton, MD. Visit the GreenFest website.

The Game Changers
Director: Louis Psihoyos
(United States, 2019, 108 min.)
Wednesday, April 8 / 6:30pm – 8:30pm / Free; registration required
Location: Brookside Gardens Visitor Center Auditorium
1800 Glenallan Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20902

Program # 83625
Register using this link: https://apm.activecommunities.com/montgomerycounty/Activity_Search/78640
Link to trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iSpglxHTJVM
About the Film

The Game Changers is a new film executive produced by James Cameron, Arnold Schwarzenegger and Jackie Chan that documents the explosive rise of plant-based eating in professional sports, mixing real-time, groundbreaking science with cinematic stories of struggle and triumph. The film features some of the strongest, fastest and toughest athletes on the planet — and it’s backed by them too — with additional EPs including Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton, top-ranked tennis player Novak Djokovic, and nine-time NBA All-Star Chris Paul.
Directed by Oscar®-winner Louie Psihoyos, The Game Changers follows the story of James Wilks — elite Special Forces trainer and winner of The Ultimate Fighter — as he travels the world on a quest for the truth about meat, protein, and strength. Showcasing elite athletes, special ops soldiers, and visionary scientists. Wilks’ journey exposes outdated myths about food that not only affect human performance, but the health of the entire global population.
https://gamechangersmovie.com/
Full Environmental Film Festival schedule and information: https://montgomerycountygreenfest.org/schedule/dc-environmental-film-festival/

Citizen Science in Streams! Event
2020-04-07 17:00 - 19:00 | Izaak Walton League of American Headquarters, 707 Conservation Lane, Gaithersburg, MD, 20878, United States
Citizen Science in Streams! Event

Join Sci Starter and the Izaak Walton League to learn about citizens science and how you can get involved in protecting local streams!

Tuesday, April 7, 2020 • 5:00 – 7:00 PM

Izaak Walton League of America Headquarters, 707 Conservation Lane, Gaithersburg, MD 20878

About this Event

Citizen science uses the power of local communities and citizens to answer questions about the world around us. The Izaak Walton League of America is connecting Americans across the country to paint a picture of national stream health. Join us and discover two of our citizen science programs: Stream Selfie and Creek Critters!
You’ll learn about citizen science and how Stream Selfie and Creek Critters teach us about water quality and stream health. Then we’ll head out into the stream to try out your new critter identification and selfie skills.
Be sure to wear shoes that can get wet, and dress for the weather. Water monitoring supplies will be provided – all you need is a camera or smartphone!
Find out more about SciStarter and Save Our Streams.
To register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/citizen-science-in-streams-tickets-91342091655

The Climate Mobilization MoCo Zoom Meeting in Solidarity
2020-04-05 16:00 - 17:30
TCM MoCo Zoom Meeting in Solidarity
Sunday, April 5th • 4:00 – 5:30 pm
We had over 20 people join our last Zoom meeting on March 22! And as discussed at our last meeting, we will have a standing meeting for at least the next 6 weeks, on alternate Sundays, beginning April 5th, at 4:00-5.30 pm. On our Zoom meetings we will also talk about how we can support each other during this difficult time.

Here is the info to join via Zoom:
https://zoom.us/j/314158152
Meeting ID: 314 158 152
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Meeting ID: 314 158 152
Find your local number: https://zoom.us/u/apePuvI0N

In our last meeting we discussed the following four areas of focus for our Chapter this Spring:

Tracking the development and progress of the County’s emergency Climate Action and Resilience Plan (CARP).
Engaging the government and county residents to move from normal to emergency mode. The TCM Strategy for Montgomery County document is a proposal for achieving this goal.We look forward to talking about this strategy on our call this Sunday.
Focusing on the Maryland Legislative agenda in May. Even though the legislative session ended abruptly in early March, there may be a limited opportunity in late May if a special session is convened. Our priority is passage of the Community Choice Energy bill which could make a significant contribution towards the County meeting it’s emergency climate goals.
Working with Adriana Hochberg in the County Exec office on the research and development of a climate test.

For more information, visit: https://www.theclimatemobilization.org/moco

CANCELLED: Greenfest | DC Environmental Film Festival: "The Story of Plastic"
2020-04-01 18:30 - 20:30 | Brookside Gardens Visitors Center, 1800 Glenallen Avenue, Wheaton, MD, 20902, United States
GreenFest 2020 (and Film Festival) is cancelled due to the current health crisis.
Thank you to our wonderful community for supporting GreenFest. We look forward to seeing you in 2021.
Greenfest | DC Environmental Film Festival: “The Story of Plastic”
The Montgomery County GreenFest partners are proud to join the DC Environmental Film Festival to present three documentary screenings in April at Brookside Gardens. These environmentally themed films are offered as part of Earth Day educational activities and lead up to GreenFest, which is Montgomery County’s largest environmental festival. GreenFest will take place on Sunday, April 19 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Brookside Gardens in Wheaton, MD. Visit the GreenFest website.

The Story of Plastic
Director: Deia Schlosberg
(United States, 2019, 95 minutes.)
Wednesday, April 1 / 6:30pm – 8:30pm / Free; registration required
Location: Brookside Gardens Visitor Center Auditorium
1800 Glenallan Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20902

Program # 83625
Register using this link: https://apm.activecommunities.com/montgomerycounty/Activity_Search/78638
Link to trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gGVB9LEMHeE
About the Film
The Story of Plastic is a seething expose uncovering the ugly truth behind the current global plastic pollution crisis. Striking footage shot over three continents illustrates the ongoing catastrophe: fields full of garbage, veritable mountains of trash; rivers and seas clogged with waste; and skies choked with the poisonous runoff from plastic production and recycling processes with no end in sight. Original animations, interviews with experts and activists, and never-before-filmed scenes reveal the disastrous consequences of the flood of plastic smothering ecosystems and poisoning communities around the world – and the global movement rising up in response. https://www.storyofplastic.org/

Full Environmental Film Festival schedule and information: https://montgomerycountygreenfest.org/schedule/dc-environmental-film-festival/

POSTPONED: 2020 Montgomery County Energy Summit
2020-04-01 - 2020-04-02 | Silver Spring Civic Building at Veterans Plaza, 1 Veterans Plaza, Silver Spring, MD, 20910, United States
2020 Montgomery County Energy Summit
HEALTH UPDATE: Due to concerns about COVID-19, the Montgomery County Energy Summit has been postponed from April to November 2020. We will continue to monitor the situation keeping public health as our priority. Please check back for further updates.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 1 & THURSDAY, APRIL 2, 2020
Silver Spring Civic Building, 1 Veterans Place, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Hosted by Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection
& USGBC National Capital Region

ABOUT THE SUMMIT
For the past six years and counting, the Montgomery County Energy Summit has annually offered cutting-edge education focused on the latest trends in commercial energy efficiency, renewable energy, and related issues in Montgomery County. Our core audience includes building owners, property managers, energy contractors, and other green building professionals working in the County and the larger DMV area.
For 2020, we are thrilled to announce that we are adding a second-day exploring energy in the residential sector, including relevant topics for developers, building operators, and residents. The theme for this year’s Summit is “A Path to Zero.” We will explore strategies, technologies, and case studies focused on the commercial, multifamily, and residential built environment that are moving the needle towards achieving the County’s ambitious climate goal of carbon neutrality by 2035.
The Summit will include a keynote presentation, breakout education sessions, an Expo Area featuring the latest in sustainable products and services, breakfast and lunch on both days, and a reception on Wednesday.
FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO REGISTER:
https://www.mcenergysummit.org/

POSTPONED: Faithful Green Leaders Training (Lower County)
2020-03-29 10:00 - 16:30 | Adat Shalom Reconstructionist Congregation, 7727 Persimmon Tree Ln, Bethesda, MD, 20817, United States
Faithful Green Leaders Training (Lower County)
Sunday, July 12 (was March 29) • 10 am – 4:30 pm
Because of the uncertainty & concern regarding COVID-19 in the area, this event has been postponed to July 12th, 2020.
REDIRECT: https://onemontgomerygreen.org/index.php/calendarevent/faithful-green-leaders-training-lower-county-2/
Adat Shalom Reconstructionist Congregation, 7727 Persimmon Tree Lane, Bethesda, MD 20817
Join us for our Faithful Green Leaders Training, a free one-day session, followed by a series of monthly Green Team Learning Lab webinars.

The training is offered two times: July 12th (was March 29) (Lower County) and September 12th (was April 25) (Upper County). To register please go to the link. I am hopeful that your “Green Team” will have at least 2-3 persons!
I think any congregation will really flourish after they work on an action plan.

In training your Green Team will identify “their environmental story” as it relates to them and the congregation.
Action plan projects range from something small like a recycling effort or rain barrel installation to something larger like getting help with installing permeable sidewalks/driveways, a rain garden and/or landscaping to control run-off.
The Green Team can even save on energy by investigating solar panel usage with our partner organization Interfaith Power & Light.
It all starts with your Green Teams one-day training which will provide them with a Faithful Green Leaders Handbook to help guide them through the process as their action plan develops.

Click here to download the flyer to share with others in your congregation.

Click here to learn more about the training if you or any congregation members are interested.
Thanks and continue to bless and protect the earth! Please feel free to pass along this information to anyone else that might be interested!

**All attendees must come with at least 2 other people from their congregation, because there is no such thing as “a team of 1.”
If you need help building your green team, go here to find some helpful resources.
See flyer here for more information. Questions? Email: GreenTeams@InterfaithChesapeake.org or call: 410-609-6852.

ONLINE WORKSHOP: Green Careers 2.0
2020-03-28 13:30 - 17:00
Green Career Workshop 2.0: What’s the Best “Fit” for Your Career Path?

Move into or move up in a Green Career through this half-day workshop that guides you in developing your actionable Green Career Strategy

An Online Workshop via Zoom, , Inc.
Saturday, March 28, 2020 • 1:30 – 5:00 pm

Co-hosted by Leaders in Energy and Waterford, Inc.
This workshop builds on the insights and practices from the Leaders in Energy Green Career Workshop 1.0 and we encourage you to take this workshop as a prerequisite, although it is not required.
Participants will be asked to bring their Green Career Plan, developed in the Green Career Workshop, as a foundation for the Green Career 2.0 workshop.
You’re on the path to landing the Green Job you want. Career assets identified — check. Green economy sectors that you want to work in — check. Green career plan — check.
But it’s not enough to have a plan — taking action is key to making your Green Job a reality. Our Green Career Workshop 2.0 provides you with tools to guide you in the next step on your actionable career plan.
In this workshop you will:

Identify your specific area or areas of specialization as a Green Leader
Complete activities that guide you in identifying the technical, managerial, and individual leadership competencies – the knowledge, skills, and abilities – that you need to be successful in your area or areas of specialty
Develop, or further hone, a strategy for moving your career along your chosen career path, based on your career level
Identify how to assess potential employers on a five-part scale for “fit” with your career path
Network with fellow Green Leaders who can be a career resource for you
Engage in group discussion about the context around your career as a Green Leader
Review useful resources

We will network with others about our mutual career journeys, focus on what inspires you as a Green Leader and the marketplace needs/opportunities right now, and identify the next steps you need to take on your career goals.

For more information and to register:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/green-career-workshop-20-whats-the-best-fit-for-your-career-path-tickets-90228061561

CANCELLED: Patuxent Wildlife Refuge Spring Wildlife Festival
2020-03-28 10:00 - 15:00 | Patuxent Wildlife Refuge, Visitors Center, 10901 Scarlet Tanager Loop, Laurel, MD, 20708, United States
Spring Wildlife Festival
Patuxent Wildlife Refuge, Visitor Center, 10901 Scarlet Tanager Loop, Laurel, Maryland 20708
CANCELLED! Sat., March 28, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
All ages, no registration
Join us as we celebrate the beginning of spring! There will be lots of fun activities for kids and adults, including beginner archery, crafts for kids, Nature Songs with Stina, tram tours, Rodney’s Raptors, story time and much, much more.
Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/206880287171020/

VIA ZOOM: Climate Change: Heading for Extinction (and what to do about it)
2020-03-27 18:30 - 21:30 | Cedar Lane Unitarian Universalist Church, 9601 Cedar Lane, Bethesda, MD, 20814, United States
Climate Change: Heading for Extinction (and what to do about it)
Speaker: Russell Gray, Extinction Rebellion
*Due to the covid-19 pandemic, this talk will take place via Zoom. We recommend that people join via a computer so that they can see the slides. You can register for the Zoom call and receive info on how to join by clicking this link:
https://zoom.us/meeting/register/vJArfu6srTgilDwTOpIGmC25yr2_2e4hMg
If you do not have access to a computer, you can join via phone by calling in to this number at 6:30pm on March 27:
(929) 205-6099
When prompted, enter the following code for the meeting ID:
146974338
We hope you will join us for this educational event so that you can help us spread the word and tell the truth about this dire situation.
https://www.cedarlane.org/event/april-global-climate-strikes-be-held-zoom
Friday, March 27, 2020 • 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
CEDAR LANE UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST CHURCH, 9601 Cedar Lane, Bethesda, MD 20814
The planet is in ecological crisis: we are in the midst of the sixth mass extinction. Scientists say what’s required to avoid the existential threat of climate and ecological collapse is rapid and unprecedented changes, not unlike the total mobilization carried out in response to World War II.
In this public talk, members of the global movement Extinction Rebellion will share the latest climate science on where our planet is heading, discuss some of the current psychology around climate change and ecological breakdown, and offer solutions that led previous social movements, like the U.S. civil rights movement, to success.
Everyone is welcome and there will be time to ask questions and discuss afterwards. Entry is free.
Light refreshments are provided.
FLYER

POSTPONED: Working Circular: Incorporating Circular Economy Principles in the Workplace
2020-03-26 18:00 - 20:00 | The Aspen Institute, 2300 N Street Northwest #700, Washington, DC, 20037, United States
Working Circular: Incorporating Circular Economy Principles in the Workplace
POSTPONED! Saturday, March 26th • 6 – 8 pm
The Aspen Institute, 2300 N Street Northwest #700, Washington, DC 20037
Hosts: Aspen Institute, DC Ecowomen, and Leaders in Energy
“Circular economy” is a sustainability framework that aims to design out waste and pollution, keep products and materials in use, and regenerate natural systems.
Here in the DMV region, it can feel like we spend more time in our workplaces than anywhere else. This panel and workshop will dive into a huge topic — the circular economy — at a tangible, workplace scale. On March 26 at 6pm, join the Leaders in Energy Circular Economy Working Group, DC EcoWomen, and the Aspen Institute Green Team for a panel and workshop that will give tangible tools on how to implement circular economy principles at your workplace.
For more information and to register:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/working-circular-integrating-circular-economy-principles-in-the-workplace-registration-90486275887

Montgomery County Group | Maryland Chapter Sierra Club Bi-Monthly Meeting
2020-03-16 19:00 - 21:00 | Rockville Memorial Library, 21 Maryland Avenue, Rockville, MD, 20850, United States
Montgomery County Group | Maryland Chapter Sierra Club Bi-Monthly Meeting
Monday, March 16th • 7 pm
Rockville Memorial Library
If you take transit, ride a bike, or drive and get frustrated with traffic, you’ll want to attend our March 16th meeting. Our speaker will be Chris Conklin, Director of Montgomery County Department of Transportation. Mr. Conklin, leads a team of more than 1,300 employees working to provide transportation infrastructure and services for all of Montgomery County’s residents, businesses and visitors
Prior to being appointed as the Director in Oct 2019, Mr. Conklin served as the deputy director for transportation policy since joining the County in August 2016.
Over the past three years, he guided the implementation of new transit services like the Ride On Flex, Executive Connector and the US 29 Flash project. He has worked to advance pedestrian safety and bicycle infrastructure projects; represented the County in regional efforts to secure long-term capital funding for the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority; improved development-review processes; and led sustainability initiatives like the County’s streetlight replacement program.
Mr. Conklin will share updates from the Department of Transportation and what the County priorities are in regard to public transportation system including improvements to the infrastructure needs / challenges and what the County is doing to further improve the safety, effectiveness and environmental performance of the public transportation system. RSVP

Earth Optimism Teen Event: Changing the Climate Conversation
2020-03-14 13:00 - 17:00 | Q?rius, The Coralyn W. Whitney Science Education Center Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, 10th St. & Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC, 20560, United States
Earth Optimism Teen Event: Changing the Climate Conversation
Saturday, March 14, 2020, 1-5 pm
Q?rius, The Coralyn W. Whitney Science Education Center
Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
Free Event for Teens Ages 13-19
Join us for an afternoon of hands-on exploration, conversation, and action.

Hang Out: Meet other local teens and enjoy FREE sustainable and local food!
Be Empowered: Explore ways to make informed decisions that have an impact.
Be Informed: Talk with scientists, community leaders, and your peers about climate science and solutions.
Get Involved: Find out about Earth Day events, local projects to join, and ways to start your own efforts.

For more information: https://naturalhistory.si.edu/education/youth-programs/earth-optimism-teen-event-changing-climate-conversation
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7th Annual Clean Energy & Sustainability Extravaganza "Lite"
2020-03-12 11:00 - 13:00
7th Annual Clean Energy & Sustainability Extravaganza “Lite”
Friday, March 12, 2020 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
We are calling it ‘Lite” this year because the event will take place virtually for 2 hours rather than an all-day event as in years past.

The Extravaganza will be hosted by the Association of Energy Engineers National Capital Chapter (AEE NCC) and Leaders in Energy!

Topics will include:

Opportunities for women in the energy transition and the new Administration (AEE NCC – Council on Women in Energy and Environmental Leadership)
“Build Back Circular” Panel (Leaders In Energy)

Registration opens soon, so stay tuned along with sponsorship opportunities!
For more information: https://leadersinenergy.org/event/7th-annual-clean-energy-and-sustainability-extravaganza/

MoCo Food Council Environmental Impact Working Group: Composting
2020-03-12 09:00 - 11:00 | Bethesda Green, 4825 Cordell Avenue, Suite 200, Bethesda, 20814, United States
MoCo Food Council Environmental Impact Working Group: Composting
Thursday, March 12th • 9-11 am
At Bethesda Green, 4825 Cordell Ave, 2nd floor, Bethesda
At our March EIWG meeting, we will be joined by Eileen Kao, Chief of the Waste Reduction and Recycling Section at the Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection, for an update on the implementation of the Strategic Plan to Advance Composting and Compost Use. The March meeting will be held on Thursday, 3/12 from 9-11am at Bethesda Green (4825 Cordell Ave, 2nd floor, Bethesda). Call-in will also be available for those who cannot be there in person. We hope many of you are able to attend and join the conversation! Agenda can be found attached.
If you plan to attend our March meeting, please RSVP to me directly so we can be prepared to have adequate seating. Please let me know if you have any questions, and look forward to seeing you on March 12th!
For more information:
https://mocofoodcouncil.org/environmental-impact/

CCAN Action Fund: An Evening with Extinction Rebellion DC
2020-03-10 19:30 - 21:00 | Elliott School of International Affairs, 1957 E St NW, Room 113, Washington, DC, 20052, United States
CCAN (Chesapeake Climate Action Network) Action Fund:
An Evening with Extinction Rebellion DC
Tuesday, March 10, 2020 • 7:30 PM
Location: Elliott School of International Affairs, Room 113
1957 E St NW, Washington, DC 20052
HEADING FOR EXTINCTION (AND WHAT TO DO ABOUT IT)
By now, only people who dwell in caves have not heard of the passionate, inspiring group Extinction Rebellion. But do you know their history? Do you understand their philosophy? Are you interested in getting involved with their work? If so CCAN Action Fund, a leading climate voice in the DC area, would like to invite you to “An Evening with Extinction Rebellion DC.”
In this public talk, speakers from Extinction Rebellion and CCAN Action Fund will share the latest climate science, discuss some of the current psychology around climate change, and offer solutions through the study of social movements.
Everyone is welcome and entry is free.
For more information: https://actionnetwork.org/events/ccan-action-fund-an-evening-with-extinction-rebellion-dc?referrer=chesapeake-climate-action-network&source=direct_link

Leaders in Energy & Circular Economy Happy Hour
2020-03-10 17:00 - 21:00 | PLNT BURGER, Inside the Whole Foods, 833 Wayne Ave, Silver Spring, MD, 20910, United States
Leaders in Energy & Circular Economy Happy Hour
Tuesday, March 10 • 5 – 9 pm
PLNT Burger, 833 Wayne Avenue (inside Whole Foods), Silver Spring, MD 20910
March CE Happy Hour – Monday, March 9th and Tuesday, March 10th from 5 – 9 pm at PLNT Burger in Silver Spring. This drop-in event is a fundraiser for our big, collaborative public event that is being held later in the month. So come, have a tasty burger and help support our work. Note that the fundraiser itself runs for two days, so if you can’t make it on Monday for our get-together, you can head up on your own on Tuesday evening and support the event.

Leaders in Energy & Circular Economy Happy Hour
2020-03-09 17:00 - 21:00 | PLNT BURGER, Inside the Whole Foods, 833 Wayne Ave, Silver Spring, MD, 20910, United States
Leaders in Energy & Circular Economy Happy Hour
Monday, March 9 • 5 – 9 pm
PLNT Burger, 833 Wayne Avenue (inside Whole Foods), Silver Spring, MD 20910
March CE Happy Hour – Monday, March 9th and 10th from 5 – 9 pm at PLNT Burger in Silver Spring. This drop-in event is a fundraiser for our big, collaborative public event that is being held later in the month. So come, have a tasty burger and help support our work. Note that the fundraiser itself runs for two days, so if you can’t make it on Monday for our get-together, you can head up on your own on Tuesday evening and support the event.

Weed Warrior Cleanup Event, Rockville
2020-03-08 13:00 - 16:00 | Wootton’s Mill Park, 175 Watts Branch Parkway, Rockville, MD, 20850, United States
Weed Warrior Event
Sunday, March 8 • 1 – 4 pm
We’re excited to announce that WEED WARRIORS is coming to the City of Rockville parks! A group of volunteers is forming to help the City of Rockville remove invasive plant species from city parks in the Watts Branch, Rock Creek, and Cabin John watersheds. A website is being developed to announce future events and provide additional information, including instructions for students on obtaining SSL hours.
For now, please email Chuck Woolery at chuck@igc.org for further information, or to receive weather cancellation updates about events you plan to attend. Volunteers should wear long sleeves and pants, sturdy shoes, and bring a water bottle. Gloves and tools will be available for volunteers who don’t bring their own.
Location: Wootton’s Mill Park,175 Watts Branch Parkway, Rockville, MD 20850 https://www.rockvillemd.gov/facilities/facility/details/Woottons-Mill-Park-62

OMG Montgomery County Recycling Tour 2020
2020-03-06 11:00 - 12:30 | Montgomery County Recycling Center, 16105 Frederick Avenue, Derwood, MD, 20855, United States
OMG Montgomery County Recycling Tour 2020
16105 Frederick Road, Rockville, MD 20850
Friday, March 6 • 11 am – 12:30 pm (please arrive at 10:45 am)
To REGISTER FOR THE RECYCLING CENTER TOUR:
https://omgrecyclingtour2020.eventbrite.com
For updates, visit our Facebook event page:
https://www.facebook.com/events/592500891481443/

Film: Fantastic Fungi @ AFI Silver
2020-03-06 - 2020-03-12 | AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center, 8633 Colesville Road, Silver Spring, MD, 20910, United States
Film: FANTASTIC FUNGI
AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center, 8633 Colesville Road, Silver Spring, MD 20910
One week only, March 6-12!
Directed by Louie Schwartzberg, this consciousness-shifting documentary takes us on an immersive journey through time and scale into the magical earth beneath our feet, an underground network that can heal and save our planet. Through the eyes of renowned scientists and mycologists like Paul Stamets, best-selling authors Michael Pollan, Eugenia Bone, Andrew Weil and others, we become aware of the beauty, intelligence and solutions the fungi kingdom offers us in response to some of our most pressing medical, therapeutic and environmental challenges. Narrated by Oscar® winner Brie Larson (CAPTAIN MARVEL, ROOM).
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Bethesda Green x Follain Present: Tackling Plastics Pollution Panel
2020-03-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Follain, 4810 Bethesda Ave, Bethesda, MD, 20814, United States
Bethesda Green x Follain Present: Tackling Plastics Pollution Panel
Follain and Bethesda Green are hosting a community education event to discuss the environmental problems with–and solutions to–plastics pollution. Join an esteemed panel of experts across the field as we discuss innovative strategies to take on the ever-growing fight on plastics, both locally and globally. 10% of product sales from the evening will be donated to Bethesda Green.
Date & Time: Thu, March 5, 2020 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM EST
Location: Follain – 4810 Bethesda Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814
If you would like to share this with your members on social media we have prepared a short description:
On March 5th, @follain and @BethesdaGreen present a community education event to discuss the environmental problems with-and solutions to-plastics pollution. Join a discussion on innovative strategies to take on the growing fight on plastics.
For more information and to register: https://bit.ly/2V6PGuu

OMG Green Drinks @ Hollywood East Cafe, Wheaton
2020-03-04 17:30 - 20:00 | Hollywood East Cafe, 11160 Veirs Mill Road, Westfield Mall Restaurant Row, Wheaton, MD, 20902, United States
NOTE THAT THE DATE HAS CHANGED for this Green Drinks to WED, MARCH 4, so that we can all attend the Montgomery County Climate Action Plan Town Hall & Open House, happening on February 27. For more information, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/montgomery-county-climate-action-plan-town-hall-open-house-tickets-90398922611

OMG Green Drinks RSVP: https://omggreendrinksmar20.eventbrite.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/522932161900047/
Please let us know you are coming! See you there!
Suggested Donation of $10

Thrive Montgomery 2050 Winter Speakers Series: Housing for All
2020-03-03 18:00 - 19:30 | Montgomery County Planning Department, 8787 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring, MD, 20910, United States
Thrive Montgomery 2050 Winter Speakers Series
The Montgomery County Planning Department is hosting a three-part “Big Ideas Series” held in January, February and March 2020 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Planning Department Headquarters (8787 Georgia Ave., Silver Spring, MD). The series will feature speakers who will discuss ideas for planning for the future. The speakers’ series is part of Montgomery Planning’s effort to update the county’s General Plan, known as Thrive Montgomery 2050. RSVPs are encouraged but not required. The sessions include:

Housing for All: March 3, 2020

The 2020 Big Ideas Series will feature three moderated discussions on ideas about the evolving nature of food production and farming, how economic health relates to multimodal transportation and how to provide housing for all. The series is free and open to the public and planning professionals. Credits for certification maintenance (CM) for members of the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) and American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) attending the series are available.
About the Sessions
The Big Ideas Series will be held at the Planning Department headquarters (8787 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring, MD) from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Sessions will also be available live and on-demand online.

Housing for All: March 3, 2020 6 to 7:30 p.m.
How can housing in the future become more affordable, address climate change, promote diversity and make beautiful communities with a strong sense of place? The City of Minneapolis recently adopted a bold new comprehensive plan that will transform the way the housing in the city will grow in the future. The plan allows the development of tri-plex housing citywide, eliminates minimum parking requirements, and allows more high-density housing along transportation corridors. Participate in an innovative discussion from national leaders in housing planning and development on big ideas to achieve this vision.
For more information: https://montgomeryplanning.org/event/2020-winter-speaker-series/
RSVP

5th Annual "I Bird, I Vote" Conservation Summit
2020-02-29 | National Wildlife Visitor Center at Patuxent Research Refuge, 10901 Scarlet Tanager Loop, Laurel, MD, 20708, United States
5th Annual “I Bird, I Vote” Conservation Summit
Saturday, February 29
Patuxent National Wildlife Visitor Center, 12311 Beech Forest Rd, Laurel, MD 20708
The recently published Audubon Birds and Climate Report details how climate change will impact North America’s birds. Two-thirds of North American birds are at risk of extinction from global temperature rise.
The report is a call to action. Audubon Maryland-DC invites you to take action with us at the 5th annual “I Bird, I Vote” Conservation Summit, which will be held on Saturday, February 29 at the Patuxent National Wildlife Visitor Center in Laurel, MD. Registration information will be available after January 1.
The theme for the 2020 summit is “Partnering on Climate for People and Birds.” The summit is designed to attract a wide audience of people interested in climate action and bird conservation. Speakers from Audubon and our partner organizations will provide brief presentations to help engage participants in actions that benefit people and birds.
Thank you for supporting the conservation work of Audubon Maryland-DC.
For more information, visit https://md.audubon.org/

Brews & Bulbs lightbulb exchange: True Respite Brewing Co., Derwood
2020-02-28 17:00 - 19:00 | True Respite Brewing Co., 7301 Calhoun Pl #600, Derwood, 20855, United States
Brews & Bulbs lightbulb exchange: True Respite Brewing Co., Derwood

Friday, February 28, 2020 from 5:00 – 7:00 pm –
True Respite Brewing Company, 7301 Calhoun Pl #600, Derwood

Guess what’s brewing? For the entire month of FeBREWary, we will be visiting local breweries to bring you another opportunity to swap out old, inefficient bulbs. Why? Because we want you to be able to spend more money at local breweries this month and all year round and one way to do that is by lowering your utility bills.
One of the easiest things you can do is switch to LED bulbs. On average, LEDs consume 80% less energy when compared to incandescent light bulbs and that means more money in your pocket – and more money for beer! When people visit one of these breweries during the month of FeBREWary, we will swap up to 4 bulbs at no cost! Bring us your old incandescent and CFL bulbs and we will give you LEDs.

What is FeBREWary?
According to the Brewers Association of Maryland, FeBREWary is the official month-long celebration of Maryland craft beer. Maryland is a bubbling craft beer destination. The state is home to farm breweries, brewpubs, and manufacturing breweries. Whether you are a Maryland resident or a tourist planning a craft beer getaway, FeBREWary is the perfect time to visit and explore Maryland’s breweries.
For more information: https://mygreenmontgomery.org/2020/guess-whats-brewing-another-brews-and-bulbs-tour-in-febrewary/

6th Annual Clean Energy & Sustainability Extravaganza
2020-02-28 11:00 - 18:00 | University of Maryland, Clark Hall Forum, College Park, MD, United States
6th Annual Clean Energy & Sustainability Extravaganza
Friday, February 28, 2020 from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM
University of Maryland, A. James Clark Hall, The Forum #1101
8278 Paint Branch Drive, College Park, MD 20742
Conducted by the Association of Energy Engineers-National Capital Chapter (AEE NCC) and Leaders in Energy (LE), our theme is “Innovative Trends on Campuses in Clean Energy and Sustainability” including Smart City applications, microgrids, composting and food waste, water efficiency, and sustainable transportation. This event will showcase new ideas, technologies, policies, products, and services.
Extravaganza Agenda
11 am – 1:45 pm: Luncheon Panel, Council on Women in Energy & Environmental Leadership (CWEEL): Career Perspectives in Cleantech
2:00 – 6:00 pm: University and Business Showcase Panels: Innovative Trends on University Campuses in Clean Energy and Sustainability
11 am – 6:00 pm: Showcase Exhibitors
Job seekers, students, and everyone concerned about our future are welcome. Participants can connect with members of AEE and Leaders in Energy, university departments, cleantech businesses, and other Extravaganza attendees. Speakers will be announced as they are confirmed.
Register today to attend and/or become an exhibitor!
Registration includes all events including the luncheon and afternoon refreshments. Early bird for exhibitors thru Friday, Feb. 14th. Early bird for attendees thru Friday, February 21st. Student/job seeker discounts also available.
Register to Attend
Register as an Exhibitor
For more information: https://leadersinenergy.org/sixth-annual-clean-energy-sustainability-extravaganza-at-umd-college-park-feb-28-2020/

Montgomery County Climate Action Plan Town Hall & Open House
2020-02-27 18:00 - 20:00 | United Therapeutics, 1110 Spring Street, Silver Spring, MD, 20910, United States
MoCo Climate Action Plan Town Hall & Open House
Thursday, February 27 • 6-8 pm
United Therapeutics, 1110 Spring Street, Silver Spring, MD 20910
THE EVENT HAS REACHED CAPACITY. The Town Hall will be streamed on Facebook Live starting at approximately 6:40PM on February 27. You can tune in at:https://www.facebook.com/montgomerycountyinfo/
Join us on Thursday, February 27 from 6-8 pm at United Therapeutics in downtown Silver Spring for the Montgomery County Climate Action Plan Town Hall & Open House. At this town hall and open house, the five community-based climate planning workgroups will present their recommendations for Montgomery County to reduce GHG emissions, build resilience to climate impacts, and support more equitable communities now and in the future.
Members of the public will have an opportunity to review and provide feedback on the workgroup recommendations during the event. If you are unable to attend the event in-person, there will also be an option to provide online comments on the workgroup recommendations, starting in February, at the County’s climate planning website.
Space is limited, so register today to reserve your spot.
