Global Earth Repair Conference – May 3rd – May 6th (see full announcements for more related events)
The first of its kind, Global Earth Repair conference, plans to bring together 500-600 people on May 2-6th, 2019 (including shoulder events) in Port Townsend to commit to the vision of a thriving planet for our descendents seven generations from now, and to strategize the many steps it will take to get there. Registration is still open, with a fee increase coming 4-15. For tickets click here. There are several ways local people can assist in this incredible event. Volunteers for the conference are still very much welcomed with the specific needs listed followed by the appropriate contact email. Live Streaming / podcast AV Tech team: olygreenguru@gmail.com, sponsorship/donation outreach: lightenup@olympus.net, home stays for participants and/or presenters: sonjam.hammar@gmail.com, donations of air miles for presenter tickets: naushard.cader@gmail.com, shuttling to and from Sea-Tac: kestrelspotter@gmail.com. Locals who are only able to participate in one or more of the many shoulder events are encouraged to do so. (Look for more details on the shoulder events below and here. We can all do our part regarding climate change concerns. Find a way YOU can get involved! More information about all of the above on the Friends of the Trees website. You may also email Michael Pilarski or call 360-643-9178.
Climate on Tap – Create a Climate for Change! – Mon May 6th *New*
Finnriver Farm and Cidery in Chimacum is hosting a monthly series, “Climate on Tap”, to provide information as well as actions you can take to create a climate for change. The series is co-sponsored by Local 20/20 Climate Action and Jefferson County Public Health. The series is free and open to all. The series will feature discussions facilitated by community climate educators and cover topics relevant to Jefferson County citizens. This will not be a lecture series, but conducted in a book club/discussion format with each session including information to get the conversation started, followed by group discussions that include what locals think and what locals plan to do. Participants will receive a summary of the group discussions and suggested actions to take. Session topics include, May 6th- Transportation, June 3rd – Carbon offsets, and July 1st- Shopping for change. For further information email Laura Tucker or call 360-379-4491;
Time: 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. Location: Finnriver Farm and Cidery; 124 Center Road, Chimacum, WA 98325
Above is a short excerpt, see the full set of announcements here.
