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SUMMARY:RECORDING: Garden As If the Earth Matters
DESCRIPTION:GARDEN AS IF THE EARTH MATTERS: Planting for Biodiversity and Climate Resilience \n  \nWatch the recording HERE. \n  \nWatch Anna Fialkoff\, from the Wild Seed Project in Portland\, Maine\, as she explores how gardening with native plants helps foster biodiversity and creates more resilient landscapes. Formerly of the Native Plant Trust in Framingham\, MA\, Anna highlights the wonderful ecological connections that happen in our own backyards and public spaces when we focus on native plants. Without sacrificing beauty\, we can create extraordinary\, vibrant habitats for the insects and birds who are essential to a healthy ecosystem. Anna shares many concrete suggestions for planting and for landscape care\, all designed to enrich our soils and to help mitigate the stresses of climate change. This talk was presented on October 13\, 2022. \n  \nThe contact person for this action would love to form an Acton\, MA area “Native Plant Team” on EnergizeActon.org\, where gardeners could share ideas for planting and for sharing our enthusiasm with others. If this talk inspires you to join such a team\, please go to the bar at the bottom of this page and click\, “Contact Community Admin.” Your message will get through to the correct person. \n  \nThis event was co-sponsored by EnergizeActon.org\, the Acton Garden Club\, and the Acton Conservation Trust. Many thanks to the Acton Garden Club for co-hosting this event as part of their special Shirley Towle Lecture Series. \n  \n 
URL:https://energizeacton.org/event/recording-garden-as-if-the-earth-matters/
LOCATION:Acton Town Hall Room 204\, Acton\, Acton Town Hall Room 204\, Unit 472 Main Street\, Acton\, Massachusetts\, US
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SUMMARY:State and Federal Incentives for Green Technology
DESCRIPTION:Do not be deterred by this complicated topic! \n  \nThere are some huge opportunities to save money on clean energy technologies!  Drawing on excellent local and national resources (the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center\, the Green Energy Consumers Alliance\, and Rewiring America)\, EnergizeActon.org team members will summarize the tax credits and rebates available on the state and national level\, including a breakdown by technology. Easy to decipher charts and resources links will be available. \n  \nWhat is the Climate Café? Local people with experience in clean energy technology and sustainability share their insights and answer questions from others who are considering these technologies or looking for ways to reduce their carbon footprints. Each Wednesday through July and August we will consider a different topic with a technical or environmental focus.  All sessions are at the Acton Memorial Library\, from 5-6pm. Weather permitting\, we will be outdoors behind the library\, so feel free to bring a picnic or grab a slice of pizza. If it is wet\, we will be indoors in the library’s first floor meeting room. (Sorry\, food is discouraged indoors.) No registration needed. \n  \nCo-sponsored by EnergizeActon.org and the Acton Memorial Library.
URL:https://energizeacton.org/event/state-and-federal-incentives-for-green-technology/
LOCATION:Acton Memorial Library\, Acton\, Acton Memorial Library\, Unit 486 Main St\, Acton\, Massachusetts\, US
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SUMMARY:A Celebration of Plant-Based Food! Cookbook Club and Potluck Picnic
DESCRIPTION:Eating more plant-based food is an immediate and DELICIOUS way to put less CO2 into the atmosphere.  \n  \nPlease join us at this fun potluck picnic to celebrate plant-based meals. We are not saying that people should give up all meat; rather\, we are saying that vegetable dishes are downright yummy (and also good for the environment!). In that spirit\, we are offering two cookbook options to inspire your kitchen time. At the reference desk in the Acton Memorial Library\, choose a recipe from British chef Hugh Fearnley-Whittinstall’s book\, River Cottage VEG. Or\, at Kitchen Outfitters\, think about purchasing the wonderful local farm’s effort\, The Gaining Ground Table\, and trying one of their plant-based recipes. Yes\, the latter does have meat recipes\, but the salad and vegetable dishes are mouth-watering! Best of all\, if you already have inspiring vegetarian or vegan recipes in your home repertoire\, please bring one of your favorites. Besides your food contribution\, please bring two copies of the recipe to the NARA Park Pavilion.  We will also have stations at the picnic with local farm info\, ideas for minimizing food waste\, an intro to composting\, and a tempeh cooking demo. \n  \nIf you are in the area on August 9th\, please join us for this special celebration! \n  \nSponsored by EnergizeActon.org and the Acton Memorial Library.
URL:https://energizeacton.org/event/a-celebration-of-plant-based-food-cookbook-club-and-potluck-picnic/
LOCATION:NARA Park Pavilions\, Acton\, NARA Park Pavilions\, Unit 25 Ledge Rock Way\, Acton\, Massachusetts\, US
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SUMMARY:SHOWING UP! Elders Act on Climate!
DESCRIPTION:Are you wondering what your retirement will look like in this age of climate warming? Are you worried about what your children and grandchildren might face\, but thinking that you are too old to make a difference? Come participate in a lively discussion about what the AARP cohort can do and IS DOING about the climate emergency. We will be joined by representatives of two national organizations–Elder Climate Action and Mothers Out Front–who will share what is happening on the personal\, social\, and political levels as seniors show up to share their voices\, their savvy\, and their monetary might to address the changing climate. Topics will include household actions\, legislative work\, investments and forms of community outreach\, along with the special challenges of condo living. \n  \nThe Climate Café is a fun and informal gathering where Acton residents can discuss a fossil fuel free future. The idea is to provide a forum where people who have experience in certain areas can share their insights and where folks looking to make changes can ask questions about the process. Each week will be a different focus\, with a range of technical and environmental topics.  \n  \nThese events are co-sponsored by the Acton Memorial Library and EnergizeActon.org.
URL:https://energizeacton.org/event/showing-up-elders-act-on-climate/
LOCATION:Acton Memorial Library\, Acton\, Acton Memorial Library\, Unit 486 Main St\, Acton\, Massachusetts\, US
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SUMMARY:Ready for Winter? Tips for Renters and All Residents
DESCRIPTION:How can we be prepared for winter energy needs? \n  \nLast winter’s high energy costs were a huge shock to many Acton residents. Renters\, in particular\, often have fewer options when facing high bills. This Climate Café session will look at strategies to make apartments and homes as energy efficient as possible\, including ad hoc tips along with Mass Save resources for homeowners and even for renters (including some hands-on materials).  We will also have information about what is happening in the region to address the energy needs of multi-family buildings\, along with resources about special fuel assistance programs for income eligible households. \nThe Climate Café is a fun and informal gathering where Acton residents can discuss a fossil fuel free future. The idea is to provide a forum where people who have experience in certain areas can share their insights and where folks looking to make changes can ask questions about the process. Each week will be a different focus\, with a range of technical and environmental topics.  \nThis event is co-sponsored by EnergizeActon.org and the Acton Memorial Library.
URL:https://energizeacton.org/event/ready-for-winter-tips-for-renters-and-all-residents/
LOCATION:Acton Memorial Library\, Acton\, Acton Memorial Library\, Unit 486 Main St\, Acton\, Massachusetts\, US
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SUMMARY:Climate Café After Hours
DESCRIPTION:Climate Café “After Hours” 2023 \nCo-Sponsored by EnergizeActon.org and the Acton Memorial Library \n  \nThe Climate Café aims to be a helpful\, informal gathering where Acton residents can discuss a fossil fuel free future.  Local people who have experience in clean energy technologies will share their insights and answer questions from others who are considering these technologies and who are exploring ways to reduce their carbon footprints.  Each week in July and August will be a different focus\, with a range of technical and environmental topics. Each session will be one hour\, 5:00-6:00pm\, on Wednesdays. When the weather is good\, we will be outside behind the Acton Memorial Library (486 Main St\, Acton\, MA)\, so feel free to bring a picnic or grab a slice of pizza and relax while we discuss these positive efforts. If the weather is wet\, we will be inside in the Library’s meeting room on the first floor. (Sorry\, food is discouraged inside.) \n  \nHere are the topics for summer of 2023. Please see specific postings on the Events page for details on each topic. \nJuly 5th   –  Listening Session: A Drop in the Bucket or Every Action Counts? \nJuly 12th  –  Meet an Acton Clean Energy Coach \nJuly 19th –  Electric Vehicle “Petting Zoo” and EV Update \nJuly 26th –  Go Solar! Acton Homeowners Share Their Experiences \nAug 2nd  –  State and Federal Incentives for Green Technology \nAug 9th  –  A Celebration of Plant-Based Food! Cookbook Club and Potluck Picnic (at NARA Park! 6-8pm) \nAug 16th –  Details coming soon. \nAug 23rd – Details coming soon. \nAug 30th – Details coming soon. \n  \nMany thanks to the Acton Memorial Library for co-hosting these sessions. EnergizeActon.org is a joint effort of the Acton Climate Coalition and the Town of Acton Sustainability Office. We are committed to education about the climate emergency and to the rapid implementation of clean energy and renewable technologies.  \n 
URL:https://energizeacton.org/event/climate-cafe-after-hours/
LOCATION:Acton Memorial Library\, Acton\, Acton Memorial Library\, Unit 486 Main St\, Acton\, Massachusetts\, US
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