On January 20, 2018, we will elevate youth and raise our voices. We will march for human rights, dignity, and equality for all. We will march for our future. America’s diverse youth and their allies will march to protect the future of this country. While facing issues like climate change and discrimination we recognize that youth […]
Continue readingThe NOFA Vermont Winter Conference is a highlight of the winter for farmers, gardeners, homesteaders and enthusiastic eaters. Please join us—and 1,100 of your fellow organic food enthusiasts —for three days of learning, inspiration, good food, great conversation, and community building. Flip through the brochure below, or click on the links below for full details about […]
Continue readingMontpelier’s Parks and Trees Department is proud to once again be participating in the annual celebration of winter, Ice on Fire, to be held on February 4, 2018 at North Branch Nature Center. This is Montpelier and central Vermont’s community celebration of deep winter with storytelling, song, poetry, theater, and winter sports and games. The […]
Continue readingThe Clemmons Family Farm is a community partner of Champlain College. ******************************** Dear Friends, 2017 was a busy year on the Clemmons Family Farm as we explored new programs and partnerships. Much of our work over the year was centered on “proof of concept” activities to demonstrate that this beautiful 148-acre historic property is a […]
Continue readingEarth Care News January 2018 In this newsletter: Faith Climate Action Week: April 14 – 22, 2018 ESSEX Plan Presentation in Richmond, Jan. 29 ESSEX Plan and Frequently Asked Questions How to Tax Carbon – Rutland Herald Editorial Recharge Together – Active Hope Event in Middlebury Celebrating Sacred Waters of Lake Champlain’s Watershed – Lewis Creek Arctic […]
Continue readingEPA’s P3 – People, Prosperity and the Planet—Program is a unique college competition for designing solutions for a sustainable future. P3 offers students quality hands-on experience that brings their classroom learning to life. The competition has two phases. For the first phase of the competition, teams are awarded a $15,000 grant to develop their idea. They showcase their […]
Continue readingHello LCI Volunteers, and Happy New Year! We are ready to charge into this year’s work for water quality, and would love to have you on the team! There are lots of opportunities to support clean water, find what works for you, and join the team! Office support 1.a Data entry and information cross checking. […]
Continue readingThe Post-Landfill Action Network (PLAN) is a national non profit that works with college and universities to start waste reduction initiatives on their campuses. We are looking for passionate students and recent grads to join and advise our team starting this spring. Please share with anyone who is passionate about Zero Waste and would enjoy a fast-paced […]
Continue readingWeek of January 8, 2018 By Sue Alenick, United Way Volunteer Columnist LEND A HAND. VOLUNTEER – United Way of Northwest Vermont’s mobile-friendly Volunteer Connection connects you to hundreds of local volunteer needs. Search by age, date, county, interests or causes that are important to you. Stay connected to community needs. Go to www.unitedwaynwvt.galaxydigital.com or contact us at volctr@unitedwaynwvt.org or 860-1677. WEEKDAY […]
Continue readingThe Future of How We Move: A Community Conversation Hosted by Burlington Business Association Thursday, January 11 at 5:30 PM – 7 PM Citizen Cider 316 Pine St, Burlington, Vermont 05401 Frustrated by traffic on Pine Street at 5:15pm? The BBA and AARP are hosting a community conversation on transportation in Burlington. We’ll be joined by […]
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