Solving the Winter Energy Problem – Webinar
Online/ZoomYear after year, ISO New England (New England’s regional electric grid operator) announces the region may have inadequate energy supplies to power the entire electric system without blackouts during the winter. This leaves New Englanders stuck in a Groundhog Day…
State of the Birds: Conservation for All
Online/ZoomThe future of birds and the future of our communities are deeply intertwined, and it will take all of us to ensure they can thrive in a changing world. Join the science and conservation advocacy team behind the 2022 State…
Environmental Justice Council Meeting
Online/ZoomThe Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs is convening the Environmental Justice Council (EJC) for its next meeting on Thursday, October 27, 2022 at 6:00 PM. The meeting is estimated to last 2 hours. The EJC is appointed by…
MAPN Monthly Meeting: “How MA Officials are Helping Pollinators”
Online/ZoomMassachusetts Pollinator Network (MAPN) will be discussing what state agencies are currently doing to expand and improve pollinator habitat in the Commonwealth. Guests include: • Ryan Kingston, Sustainability Program Coordinator with the Leading by Example Program (DOER) • Tara Mitchell,…
Haunted Hollow at the Tamarack Hollow Nature and Cultural Center
Tamarack Hollow Nature & Cultural Center 1515 & 1516 Savoy Hollow Rd., Windsor, MAJoin Tamarack Hollow Nature and Cultural Center for their 2nd annual Haunted Hollow on Friday, October 28, from 7 PM –9 PM. The night will start with a short, guided night hike on their woodland trails to learn about the…
Williamstown Farmers Market
Saturdays from 9 AM to 1 PM Location: lower Spring Street parking lot in Williamstown This year, the market will feature favorite returning vendors and a variety of new vendors, including a fishmonger, knife sharpener, baker, chef, and much more.…
Fix-It Fair
Lenox Community Center 65 Walker St., Lenox, MATired of throwing out still usable things that you can’t fix? Come to the Fall Fix-It Fair, where volunteers lend a hand – for FREE – to repair clothing and a wide variety of regular household items. Date: Saturday, October…
Build resilience with gender empowerment, sustainable food and reuse policies – Webinar
Online/ZoomStaff from the Center for Biological Diversity, Upstream Solutions, and the Environmental Law Institute will discuss the use of climate plans to build climate-resilient solutions around food systems, reuse / refill solutions, and gender empowerment as a free side-event to…
Tuesday Treks
Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center 475 Dyken Pond Rd., Cropseyville, NYJoin Len Tremblay on a moderately paced 3-mile hike every Tuesday in March to explore the wilds of Dyken Pond Center. Learn the trail system one at a time with a knowledgeable guide. Each week we'll discover new ground and nature. Hikes…
Nice & Easy Trail Hike
Mount Greylock 30 Rockwell Rd., Lanesborough, MA, United StatesEvery Wednesday, except August 24 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM Easy-paced, one- to three-mile guided hikes, geared toward seniors but open to all ages. A wonderful opportunity to join other hiking enthusiasts! Dress for variable weather and wear sturdy boots.…
Native Plant Trust Free Virtual Fall Symposium
Online/ZoomNeed for Seed: A Strategy for the Northeast is the topic of the Native Plant Trust's free, two-day fall symposium on November 2–3. Programming will focus on establishing a groundbreaking network of native seed users and producers in New England. Speakers from other…
Emerald Ash Borer and You: Managing Ash Trees On Your Property
Online/ZoomEmerald ash borer (EAB) is spreading, and many landowners are wondering what they can do and when they should do it. Join Vermont Land Trust (VLT) as they look at EAB’s evolution in Vermont and learn how to assess your…
Informational Webinar on New Stretch Energy Code
Online/ZoomThe Commonwealth’s building codes are being updated for 2023, and first to change is the Stretch Energy Code, which has been adopted by 299 municipalities. The recently updated version of the stretch code for low rise residential homes will be…
Advocacy Hour: Campaign Updates (MA Sierra Club)
Online/ZoomEvery Wednesday @ 5 p.m. Join Sierra Club Massachusetts leaders on Zoom for a campaign update, every Wednesday at 5pm. This is an opportunity to get plugged into our campaigns, learn about timely issues and ongoing projects, and talk directly…
Native Plant Trust Free Virtual Fall Symposium
Online/ZoomNeed for Seed: A Strategy for the Northeast is the topic of the Native Plant Trust's free, two-day fall symposium on November 2–3. Programming will focus on establishing a groundbreaking network of native seed users and producers in New England. Speakers from other…
Poetry and Fiction Series at Simon’s Rock
Bard College at Simon's Rock 84 Alford Rd., Great Barrington, MADates: Thursdays, September 29, October 13, October 20, and November 3 Time: 7:15 PM Location: Bard College at Simon's Rock, 84 Alford Road, Great Barrington MA The Poetry and Fiction Series at Bard College at Simon’s Rock begins on Thursday, September…
The Work that Reconnects Workshop
Online/ZoomThe Work That Reconnects offers a larger story that puts our times into perspective. It supports us in honoring all our emotions, including the painful ones, and challenges us to act. It guides us through a transformational process informed by…
Leave the Leaves Lunch & Learn Webinar with Anna Fialkoff from Wild Seed Project
Online/ZoomAutumn is typically when many of us put our gardens to bed by removing leaves and cutting back perennials. Yet, allowing fallen leaves, branches, stems, and seed heads to stay where they are rather than raking, blowing, shredding, or cutting…
Log Lunch – “Offshore Wind: Opportunities and Challenges”
The Log 78 Spring St, Williamstown, MA, United StatesLog Lunch Talk: “Offshore Wind Power: Opportunities and Challenges,” Megan Higgins, Director of Offshore Business Development, AVANGRID Renewables DATE: November 4 TIME: Noon – 1 PM LOCATION: The Log. All are welcome for locally grown veggie lunch, $3 cash at…
Give Back Berkshires Volunteer Fair
Berkshire Innovation Center 45 Woodlawn Avenue, Pittsfield, MA, United StatesHere is your chance to meet up to 30 nonprofits seeking volunteers and to match your interests and skills with their volunteer opportunities. This event is ideal for individuals and groups (personal and professional) to pick and plan a project.…