Want to know more about bike basics? Want to know how to fix a flat tire? We can help. Join Champlain College Transportation to learn about the ABC’s of Biking…Air, Brakes, Chain. When: First Wednesday of each month Time: 1 hour from 4-5pm Where: ChampShop, the Juniper Hall Bike Mechanic Workshop (the northern entrance […]
Continue readingInterested in a Summer Research Internship? (Application Deadline: February 10, 2017) The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) invites students interested in pursuing a career in science to submit applications for the 2017 NIDA Summer Research Internship Program. To apply online and to view program information, see the NIDA Summer Research Internship site. This program […]
Continue readingFrench Connections/franconnexions Conference University of Vermont, March 20, 2017 International Francophonie Day — A Conference examining the historical, cultural and economic contributions of French Canadians from Québec into Vermont and New England. Conference information here Early bird registration ends Jan. 20 (registration reduced to $30). Conference to be followed by International flag raising ceremony at […]
Continue readingBranch Out Burlington! Proudly Presents: Edible Landscaping Discover the best trees and bushes for turning your yard into a delicious beautiful landscape. Join us to learn about cold-hardy, low maintenance, productive and tasty plants you can grow at home. Many of these uncommon fruits are as handsome as they are delectable. You will leave this […]
Continue readingSummer Jobs for Change in Burlington! Ever wish you could get paid to travel Vermont, bike around some of the most scenic parts of the state, and camp with friends, all while making an impact on the future of important environmental issues? If you answered yes, VPIRG has the job for you. The Vermont Public […]
Continue readingCamp AmeriKids is currently recruiting volunteers to staff our residential summer camp and I am wondering if there is a way I could post this opportunity for your students. More information on our program and the application process can be found at: www.elm-project.org. Here is a link to the online application form: https://weblink.donorperfect.com/amerikids_staff. I have also attached a flyer […]
Continue readingSummer Service Scholars (SSS) is an academic internship program in New York’s State Capital through the Siena College Center for Academic Community Engagement. Accepted Summer Service Scholars spend 9 weeks with a nonprofit community partner in the Capital Region, working on projects that build capacity within the organization. SSS provides participants with engaging and valuable […]
Continue readingDo you love nature connection programs, find that kids are best nourished when brought outside into the magical woods to explore, play, create, and learn with the help of incredible mentors? Do you want to support this work, but find your skills aren’t as keen with a bowdrill set as they are managing the backend […]
Continue readingThe Northeast Recycling Conference coming to Burlington this spring! Check out the great program line up, including Keynote Speaker from the Closed Loop Fund. Full conference agenda and registration info here: https://nerc.org/conferences-and-workshops/event-agenda The Northeast Recycling Council, Inc. (NERC) holds two events each year in March/April and October/November. NERC’s events are designed to provide attendees with […]
Continue readingHi blog readers, this is Gabriel Ingman, one of the new blog updaters for the Center for Service and Sustainability. I am here to tell you about a opportunity, in the near future, to get connected with the community of Burlington for a good cause: the COTS Walk 2017, happening on May 7, 2017 from […]
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