Category Archives: Events in the Broader Community

News & Events from the Peace & Justice Center

Check out the PJC’s new job openings!-Jorja Lamb, Events and Programing CoordinatorClick here to visit our fair trade, local, and educational store!September 8thViews represented in this newsletter do not necessarily represent the views of the PJC.Line 3 is only weeks from completion.Please come together to march and rally against Line 3 on Friday, September 24th at […]

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Vermont Land Trust’s Fall events & Annual Celebration in October

We are excited to announce our fall events, including this year’s annual meeting and celebratory field trips around the state. Whether you enjoy getting out on the land with fellow enthusiasts or joining us from the comfort of home, we’ve got you covered. From wildflowers to birds, there’s so much to discover — we hope you’ll join us.Happy fall, and […]

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Investing in Vermont’s Future, #MakeWorkWorkForUs, Fall Workshops & Events, and more!

VBSR Fall Workshops and Webinars AnnouncedWe are delighted to share a full calendar of virtual learning opportunities this fall, including a wide variety of leading edge topics: Justice, Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion, Becoming a B Corp, Inclusive Workplace Practices, Post-COVID Consumer Trends, Financial Literacy, ESG Investing, and more!  All workshops and webinars are open to both […]

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Climate + Social Justice in the Built Environment on 9/22

You’re invited! Wednesday, September 22 from 12:00 to 1:00pmPlease join the Vermont Green Building Network (VGBN) for this speciallunch time webinar event Photo courtesy of Carolyn Bates PhotographyClick here for more details + to register!This educational event hosted by Vermont Green Building Network will feature inspiring speakers that will bring to light the intersection of climate […]

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Volunteer Opportunity: Burlington Halloween Howl Haunted Hayrides on 10/23

Burlington Parks, Recreation and Waterfront is looking for volunteers to participate in the Halloween Howl Haunted Hayrides at North Beach in Burlington. This free family event is being provided as an opportunity for families to celebrate Halloween in a safe, low-impact environment. We need your help! We’re looking for actors to be in scenes, and […]

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REV2021: Save the Date! Oct 18, 19, 26

Save the Date!                                 We invite you to join REV online October 18, 19 and 26 for in-depth conversations about what it will take to grow our clean energy economy and advance renewable energy through policy innovation, increased equity, and strategic electrification. Registration opening […]

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March/ Rally to Stop Line 3/Climate – September 24

Climate: What Can We Do? PLEASE JOIN US      PLEASE PASS ALONG THE WORD  STOP LINE 3 MARCH and RALLY BURLINGTON  FRIDAY SEPT 24th.  3:00 Meet at CITY HALL PARK, Burlington. Rally @5:00 at Battery Park Burlington with People’s Kitchen, music and speakers.  LINE 3 is a TAR SANDS PIPELINE, the most corrosive and carbon intensive […]

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Growing Together: May Newsletter

May 2021 Garden EventsGet the network involved by submitting your next event directly to our submission page. Webinars, courses, conferences, one-time or reoccurring events, all apply! See what’s coming up on our Statewide Garden Calendar Fund Your GardenVisit our website for a regularly updated list of garden-related grants. Find upcoming grants on our Garden Grants page […]

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This weekend is the Way to Go! Spring Transportation Challenge

It’s Way to Go — Get Up & Go! Time, your opportunity to get rewards and get entered to win great raffle prizes. Just grab your bike, roller blades, or sneakers and join all Vermonters for the annual May 1-16th Spring Transportation Challenge! Log at least two walk, roll or shared ride trips for your commute (or […]

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Saturday: Join us for May Day Action!

DonateFacebook | Twitter | Instagram Last week we shared the testimony of Vermont farmworker Primitivo. He spoke about being fired after protesting unbearable conditions: sub-minimum wages, three shifts a day without time for rest, and a house without sufficient heating or hot water. Primitivo worked on a farm that produces Hannaford-brand milk, and unfortunately his experience […]

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