Dear Champlain, Mark your calendar for October 15-18 and plan to join the fun in the 2017 AASHE Conference & Expo in San Antonio, TX! This is a vital time for the sustainability movement. Recent actions by the Trump administration have left many groups on campus and beyond feeling insecure and concerned for their future. […]
Continue readingJoin the Burlington Walk-Bike Council this Thursday, Feb. 23 at 5:30 for a report from DPW engineer Nicole Losch on the ambitious workplan for walk-bike improvements in 2017. There are a large number of projects being planned for this year, so come hear about what’s coming and how you can get involved. With the passage […]
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 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 readingJoin us this week and in the future for all sorts of opportunities to dust off the winter blues and go for a bike ride… The ChampRidersCruise is still cruising around BTV every Wednesday from 1-2. Won’t you join us? Winter Bike to Work Day is on Friday February 10th. Help put Burlington on the […]
Continue readingWe need your purses, handbags, pocketbooks, clutches! The Humane Society of Chittenden County is hosting the Purrrses for Paws fundraiser at the Burlington International Airport South Burlington, VT – It takes, time, money, volunteers, and many resources to treat, feed, care for, house, and find homes for so many animals looking for new homes. The […]
Continue readingPlease see and post this flier advertising Ann Edminister’s Brown bag lecture at UVM, Tuesday, January 31, 12:00-1:00, Livak Ballroom, 4th Floor, Davis Center. Ann is an internationally acclaimed zero net energy (ZNE) building architect and designer and this year’s Better Buildings By Design key note. Ann will provide a comprehensive overview of the world of […]
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