Look for a post updating our meeting dates and times this fall. Enjoy the summer, and see you on email!

Events & Conferences

Great American Cleanup of PA — March 1 to May 31, 2010
http://www.gacofpa.org/
Pick It Up PA Days — April 17 to May 1, 2010 Join this ambitious statewide effort to remove litter and trash from Pennsylvania’s roadways,parks, forests, riverbanks, neighborhoods, and open spaces. Join an ambitious statewide effort to remove litter and trash from Pennsylvania’s roadways, parks, forests, riverbanks, neighborhoods, and open spaces. Through May 31, the Great American Cleanup of PA will involve community and civic associations, school and youth groups, families and friends, hunting and fishing clubs, sport teams and others. Registered events can get free cleanup supplies, such as bags, gloves, and vests donated by PennDOT and Keep America Beautiful. During Pick It Up PA Days – April 17 to May 1 – the PA Department of Environmental Protection and participating landfills are sponsoring free disposal. Help make your community clean and green.
 
PA Earth Day Challenge
http://www.iconservepa.org/earthday40/
Ready to make a difference? The 40th anniversary of Earth Day is the perfect time to step up to protect Pennsylvania and its great outdoors.
Schools: Take the ED40 School Challenge! From reducing your school’s water usage to taking a smarter approach to waste management, your school can go green and win big. Learn how to get involved here.
Individuals: Take the Earth Day 40 Personal Challenge! Plant a tree or native perennials; buy sustainable lumber for your home improvements; eat local produce. Do as many things as you can off of our list of 40 actions or create your own. Rise to the Challenge!
Groups: Whether you’re co-workers, neighbors, a family, a church group or the like, gather your flock for the Earth Day 40 Group Challenge – tailored to those with the tenacity and willpower to achieve environmental greatness. Learn more here.
 
The Philadelphia Orchard Project Calendar
http://www.phillyorchards.org/
The Philadelphia Orchard Project plants orchards in the city of Philadelphia that grow healthy food, green spaces and community food security.  POP works with community-based groups and volunteers to plan and plant orchards filled with useful and edible plants. POP provides the plants, trees, and training. Community organizations own, maintain, and harvest the orchards, expanding community-based food production. Orchards are planted in formerly vacant lots, community gardens, schoolyards, and other spaces, almost exclusively in low-wealth neighborhoods where people lack access to fresh fruit.
 
PHS Plant Sales and Garden Club Events for 2010
http://www.pennsylvaniahorticulturalsociety.org/home/Images/2010_Events.pdf
 
2010 Great American Cleanup of PA  (March 1 – May 31, 2010)
http://www.gacofpa.org/
Please note the Great American Cleanup of PA will run from March 1- May 31, 2010 with Pick It Up PA Days April 24 through May 8. Online registrations begin in January.
 
Philadelphia Economic Recovery Procurement Summit (April 6th, 2010 @ 8:00 – 11:30AM)
http://april6thsummit.eventbrite.com/
Philadelphia Convention Center, 1101 Arch St.  Entrance at Northeast side of 12th St. 
 
Energy Conference Scheduled in Washington, DC (April 6 and 7, 2010)
http://www.eia.doe.gov/conference/2010/
In Washington, DC, the U.S. Energy Information Administration and Johns Hopkins University will jointly host the 2010 Energy Conference: Short-Term Stresses, Long-Term Change. Conference topics will include climate change policy, biofuels, energy and the economy, energy efficiency, the smart grid, energy commodities, and energy and water.  Keynote speakers include Secretary of Energy Steven Chu; Lawrence H. Summers, director of the National Economic Council; and Philip Sharp, president of Resources for the Future. A number of EPA officials will be speaking at the conference, including Gina McCarthy, assistant administrator for air and radiation; and Paul Argyropoulos, senior policy advisor for transportation and air quality.  Registration is $300.
 
Pennsylvania Association of Nonprofit Organizations Annual Conference (on April 7th and 8th in Harrisburg)
https://www.netforumondemand.com/eweb/DynamicPage.aspx?Site=pano&WebCode=EventDetail&FromSearchControl=Yes&&evt_key=bcc16864-3d53-4227-9345-7cc3a277e2fc
The Pennsylvania Association of Nonprofit Organizations will sponsor its annual conference and nonprofit advocacy day. The event features nine educational workshops and a keynote speech by Robert Egger of DC Central Kitchen.
 
Penn-ICOWHI 18th International Cities and Women’s Health: Global Perspectives Conference
(April 7-10, 2010 – at the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA!)
http://www.nursing.upenn.edu/penn-icowhi/Pages/Registration.aspx
http://www.nursing.upenn.edu/penn-icowhi/Pages/default.aspx
What is the perfect environment for the urban woman? One with street lighting? A nearby park? A supermarket in their community? A health care practice in the neighborhoo d?  How can bringing together urban planners, nurses, doctors, policy makers, and the media make a change in a woman’s world?
 
Greater Philadelphia Green Business Program Celebrates One Year Anniversary
[April 7, 2010 (rain or shine!) from 5:30 – 7:30pm]
 http://phillygreenbiz.eventbrite.com
Courtyard at One Logan Square (18th and Cherry Streets in Philadelphia) In case of rain, indoors at 1 Logan Sq. lobby Join us for food, drinks, music and networking with Green Business Program members. Non-members are also invited to learn more about the program.
 
Wireless Video Streaming That Works: No More Wires, No More Headaches (April 07; 1:30 pm Eastern / 10:30 am Pacific)
http://motorola2-blast1.eventbrite.com/
Wireless technologies are dramatically changing the way school districts prepare their students for the digital age. Hear Keller Independent School District (ISD) and Craig Mathias, leading Wireless analyst and founder of Farpoint Group, discuss the latest technology trends that are enhancing the learning experience in forward thinking school districts.
 
Bucks County Foodshed Alliance hosts the documentary film Ingredients (April 7, at Wrightstown Village Library)
www.BucksCountyFoodshedAlliance.org  
The Bucks County Foodshed Alliance will host a showing of the 2009 Optic Nerve Productions’ feature-length documentary, Ingredients, at its general monthly meeting. The film illustrates how people around the country are working to revitalize their connection to their food sources. The event, which is open to all and free of charge, is held at the Wrightstown Village Library, 727 Penn’s Park Rd., Wrightstown 18940, beginning at 7:30pm. All are invited to join us for this showing of the new film Ingredients, which “reveals the people behind the movement to bring good food back to our tables and health back to our communities,” Wednesday, April 7, 7:30 pm at the Wrightstown Village Library.  Contact: Robin Hoy, Executive Director 215.860.7081, ecorobinhood@comcast.net
 
Global Sustainable Investment: The Emerging Economic Powers (April 7, 2010)
sociallyresponsibleinvestmentpt1.eventbrite.com/
 
FSC Certification & Local Sourcing of Wood Products for Green Building (April, 8th, 5:30 – 8:00 PM)
http://www.dvgbc.org/education/view/green-building-and-faith-presentation-and-tour  
 
8th Annual Pennsylvania Land Conservation Conference (April 8-10, 2010) at The Desmond Hotel , Malvern ( Chester County )
http://conserveland.org/conferences/2010
 
Faces of the Grassroots: Environmental Justice Video Contest (Entries must be received by 11:59pm Eastern time on Thursday, April 8th. We will announce winners in honor of the 40th Anniversary of Earth Day.)
http://www.epa.gov/compliance/environmentaljustice/events/video-contest.html
We are sponsoring an environmental justice video contest that challenges amateur and professional filmmakers to create videos that capture the faces of the environmental justice movement. The Faces of the Grassroots contest is an opportunity to publicly exhibit creativity, environmental justice stories, and connect with others working to raise awareness of the movement. Learn more about Environmental Justice.
 
DOE Seeking States for Energy Code Compliance Pilot Studies
http://www.energycodes.gov/news/arra/pilot_studies.stm
The U.S. Department of Energy’s Building Energy Codes Program (BECP) has announced an opportunity for states to participate and collaborate in five to six statewide energy code compliance evaluation pilot studies during 2010 and 2011. BECP has developed procedures and tools to help states and jurisdictions measure and report compliance with building energy codes. The pilot studies are intended to help states in their compliance efforts, while at the same time providing insight into the effectiveness of these tools.
The pilot studies will be implemented over a 10-month period, with final reports from the studies due to BECP in April 2011. States that would like to participate in a pilot study should submit a statement of interest no later than April 9, 2010.
 
Compost Matters (Friday, April 9th; 8:00AM – 3:00 PM)
http://Pennsylvaniahorticulturalsociety.org or http://compostconference.eventbrite.com
Where: International House, 3701 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19104
Preregistration is required. No tickets will be sold at the door. Compost Matters is a one-day conference that will look at the current state of composting in the Delaware Valley. With a focus on new developments in food-waste composting practices, the forum will bring together innovators, policy makers, and visionaries in the field, examining current barriers to food waste recovery, public policy issues, and successful models from the region and around the state. Fee:  $30 includes lunch
 
Documentary Screening: Food, Inc. (Fri Apr 9 12pm – 2pm)
http://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?formkey=dHZjRE9NdzFDeXNObTE0NW5WS1dRNGc6MA
http://www.cphi.upenn.edu/user_documents/NPHWMovieEvent032510.pdf
www.cphi.upenn.edu/2010NPHW.shtml
You are cordially invited to attend a FREE movie screening featuring Food, INC. This movie explores where the food we purchase at the grocery store really comes from, and what it means for the health of future generations. Food and light refreshments will be served.  Please RSVP to Carly Chornobil at carlyc@mail.med.upenn.edu.  This event is a part of National Public Health Week at Penn.  Where: BRB Lounge (14th Floor) Biomedical Research Building 421 Curie Boulevard (map)
 
The Allentown Environmental Advisory Council (EAC)’s first Sustain-a-Ball – April 10, 2010
www.thebrewworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/Allentown-Sustain-a-Ball-300×216.jpg
 
Out There National Summit – (April 10)
http://online.nwf.org/site/Calendar?view=Detail&id=104001
On Saturday, April 10, from 11 AM to 12:30 PM CST, the National Wildlife Federation will host Be Out There: A National Summit on Children and the Outdoors. The summit will focus on state and federal policy solutions to connect children with nature.  We hope you will join us by hosting a viewing party for friends and colleagues. The free webcast will feature: Texas Representative Carol Alvarado, Larry Schweiger, NWF President & CEO, and video messages from Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar, Kansas Governor Mark Parkinson, and Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley. We will also have a panel discussion entitled, “New Partners and Innovative Strategies to Address the Indoor Childhood,” featuring Dr. Sandra Stenmark of Kaiser Permanente, Dr. Nina Roberts of San Francisco State University, and Margo Pedroso of Safe Routes to School.
 
2010 EAC Conference – (Saturday, April 10 at the Abington Friends School in Jenkintown)
http://www.pecpa.org/node/911
 
International Storytelling Retreat ~ Ohio (April 9-11, 2010 ~ Yellow Springs, Ohio )
http://eco-story-2010.blogspot.com/ 
This eco-teller’s retreat for storytellers, environmental educators, and interpretive naturalists is organized by the environmental discussion group which is a part of the National Storytelling Network. The retreat is hosted and organized in the Vale community by storyteller Eric Wolf. A public performance on Saturday night of the retreat is a fund raiser for a local environmental nonprofit. The retreat is limited to 25 people, including presenters.
 
Tour the PECO Green Roof in 2010! [Third Thursday of the Month from 5 to 6 pm. (April 20, May 18, June 15, July 20, August 17, September 21, October 19)]
http://www.pennsylvaniahorticulturalsociety.org/phlgreen/greenroofvisit.html
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sb3NWI-wzL0&feature=channel_page
Want to learn about exciting “green roof” technology? Join PHS for a tour of the PECO building in Center City in 2010. Totaling over 45,000 square feet, it is the largest green roof on an existing building in Philadelphia. Says Denis O’Brien, the company’s president and CEO, “As a major business in the region, being environmentally responsible is not just a nice thing to do—it’s the right thing to do.” In its first season, more than 500 people toured the roof.
 
Be Out There National Summit webcast (April 10th)
http://online.nwf.org/BOTwebcast 
On Saturday, April 10, 2010 from 11 AM to 12:30 PM CST, the National Wildlife Federation will host Be Out There: A National Summit on Children and the Outdoors. The summit is for anyone interested in state and federal policy solutions to connect children with nature. We hope you will join us by hosting a viewing party for friends & colleagues.
 
2010 National Planning Conference: Planning & Community Health (April 10 – 13, 2010)
http://www.planning.org/conference/registration.htm http://www.planning.org/conference/program/search/browse.htm
 
A Message from EPA Administrator Jackson
http://www.neefusa.org/video/eeweek_psa
EPA Administrator Lisa Jackson, inspired by young people, encourages participation in National Environmental Education Week — “a time to get involved in lessons and activities that teach valuable environmental skills.” Join other educators nationwide April 11-17th. Visit www.eeweek.org.
 
National Environmental Education Week (April 11-17)
http://www.eeweek.org/register
Thousands of educators across the country are taking advantage of the numerous lesson plans, activity ideas, special offers and other resources available to registered participants at EEWeek.org. Join our national network of educators dedicated to improving the environmental literacy of K-12 students by registering today.
 
Be Water and Energy Wise: The Water-Energy Connection (April 11-17, 2010 )
http://www.eeweek.org./water_and_energy_wise
Our nation’s water and energy resources are increasingly important topics of discussion not just in the news, but in classrooms and homes as well. Recognizing the importance of conserving both water and energy to protect the planet and reduce costs — and acknowledging the connection between water and energy — EE Week’s 2010 theme is Be Water and Energy Wise. Register today to participate in EE Week 2010.
 
Why Saving Species Matters (April 13, 2010)
Academy of Natural Sciences, RSVP: biodiversityspeciesmatter.eventbrite.com/
 
Tree Planting Leaders Workshop [6:00 - 7:30 pm, Wednesday,  April 14th , PHS Council room, 5th floor, 100 N. 20th Street (20th and Arch)]
http://updates.phennd.org/2010/03/tree-planting-leaders-workshop/
COME A NOVICE, LEAVE A LEADER! Join us for a Tree Planting leaders workshop!   PHS’s Tree Tenders is offering a short  demonstration and workshop on planting and caring for Bare root Trees, working with volunteers, safety issues and more. This is for anyone who wants to learn how to supervise other volunteers at a  bare root community  tree planting this Spring. 1000 Bare root trees will be planted  across the city the weekend of April 24/25 and trained volunteers are needed. You need not be a Tree Tender graduate to attend. Please RSVP to Mindy Maslin, PHS Tree Tenders, (215) 988-8844 or mmaslin@pennhort.org
 
Effects of Climate Change: Oceans and Ice (Wednesday, April 14; 6:30p.m.-8:00p.m. Eastern Time)
http://learningcenter.nsta.org/products/symposia_seminars/UCAR/webseminar4.aspx
In this web seminar we will explore how warmer temperatures, increasing greenhouse gases, and melting snow and ice are affecting the ocean. We will review the science behind sea level rise, ocean acidification, and possible changes to global ocean circulation. We will also profile several classroom activities that allow students to use simple models to explore oceans and ice in the classroom. Register today!
This web seminar is part of a series designed to bring climate education resources to secondary educators from the Office of Education and Outreach at the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research. Part of the Global Climate Change Educator Professional Development Network, a NASA-funded project, these seminars highlight science content and classroom activities on topics related to climate change. Community discussion opportunities will be available after the seminar for participants to continue the discussion. These seminars are based in part on special topics from the Climate Discovery courses for professional development of secondary educators. Please visit NCAR Online Education for information about these longer, multi-week courses.
 
The International Children’s Painting Competition on the Environment (Due April 15)
http://www.unep.org/tunza/children/inner.asp?ct=competitions&comp=int_comp&int_comp=19th
[For Children between the age of 6 and 14 years] The children’s paintings will focus on concrete actions to preserve biodiversity such as tree planting, marine and animal conservation, restoration of coral reefs etc
is organized every year by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), the Japan-based Foundation for Global Peace and Environment (FGPE), Bayer and Nikon Corporation. It has been held since 1991 and has received more than 2.4 million entries from children in over 100 countries. The theme for this years competition is Biodiversity and it will focus on our beautiful earth, full of different life forms and what can we do to protect it.
 
Web Seminar: Teaching Nutrition Science and The Food Label (April 15, 2010, 6:30p.m. – 8:00p.m. Eastern Standard Time)
http://learningcenter.nsta.org/product_detail.aspx?id=10.2505/9/WSTNS10_Apr15
Join us for this unique program, the first of two free Web Seminars featuring scientists and education specialists from the Food and Drug Administration, FDA. These seminars are related to the FDA Symposium that will take place at the NSTA National Conference on Science Education in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The presenters will share their science expertise, answer questions from the participants, and provided information regarding web sites that students can use in the classroom. These Web Seminars were designed for educators of grades 5-12. Topics could include disease, outbreaks, nutrition, personal hygiene, as well as cosmetic and food safety. An archive of this program and related PowerPoint presentation will be available at the end of the program.
 
Pennsylvania Gubernatorial Forum (April 15, 2010)
Academy of Natural Sciences, RSVP pennsylvaniagubernatorialforum.eventbrite.com/
 
Go Green Expo (April 16-18, 2010)
www.GoGreenExpo.com
 
National Park Week (April 17-25)
http://www.nps.gov/npweek/
To make it easier to experience America’s Great Outdoors, the National Park Service is waiving entrance fees, so visitors can enjoy all 392 national parks for free April 17-25.
 
Seventh Annual PennFuture Watershed Workshop: Bold Action to Protect Water Quality in Philadelphia and Beyond (April 17 at at Friends Center in Philadelphia)
http://my.pennfuture.org/site/Calendar/1384453531?view=Detail&id=104861
The Philadelphia Water Department has some of the most exciting and ambitious plans and regulations in the country to protect and improve water quality. Reserve your spot to learn about these cutting edge initiatives and how they might catch on in other parts of Pennsylvania. This workshop will update watershed groups, conservancies, municipal government officials, and interested residents on the changes Philadelphia is making to ensure the health of our waterways. These changes can serve as a model for other municipalities who not only seek to better manage their stormwater, but also want to build their economy by simultaneously improving their overall physical environment. Hear from the folks behind this new approach to stormwater management and from those who are making the change happen.  The cost of the workshop is FREE to PennFuture members; $10 for non-members. Space is limited and registration is required by Friday, April 9, 2010; register online today or by calling 717-214-7920.
 
Clean Air Council 5K Run for Clean Air (Saturday, April 17, 2010)
www.5KRunforCleanAir.org  
Over the past 29 years more than 50,000 people have celebrated Earth Day by participating in the Clean Air Council’s 5K Run for Clean Air – the largest celebration of its kind in the Greater Philadelphia area. Set on a beautiful spring morning, the Run celebrates Philadelphia-area communities, clean air, and healthy living. The Run has been certified as a sustainable event by A Fit Planet and features composting, recycling, bicycle valet, and environmental education exhibits. All runners receive a reusable Run “swag bag” with eco-friendly goodies! Register online through April 12th. Event will be at Martin Luther King Drive, Next to the Art Museum, Philadelphia, PA
 
Friends Center Tour: On the Road to Carbon Neutrality  (Monday, April, 19th, 5:00 – 7:30)
Regional Transportation Forum (Monday, April 19)
Renew Lehigh Valley will host a Regional Transportation Forum on Monday, April 19 at the Historic Hotel Bethlehem (437 Main Street, Bethlehem). The program begins at 6:30 p.m. with an informal reception at 5:30 p.m. This community forum is an opportunity to learn about the  prospects for restoring passenger rail service in the Lehigh Valley, as well as to discuss how a balanced regional transportation system can help promote economic development, the continued revitalization of the region’s core communities, and sustainable growth in the Lehigh Valley. The keynote speaker for the forum is Shelley Poticha, Senior Advisor at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). One of the nation’s leading experts on transportation and transit-oriented development, Ms. Poticha oversees the Sustainable Communities program, a joint effort between HUD, the U.S Department of Transportation, and the Environmental Protection Agency. Prior to joining HUD, Ms. Poticha was President/CEO of Reconnecting America, and has also served as the Executive Director of the Congress for the New Urbanism. The event is free and open to the public. RSVP is suggested, but not required. We will send an update with the full slate of confirmed panelists in the coming week or so. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact Beata Bujalska at bbujalska@renewlv.org or 484.893.1062.
 
The Global Intern 2010 Contest (Due April 20)
http://www.ef.com/globalintern/
The online contest that will boost your CV by giving you the chance of a lifetime! Experience a 3 month internship program abroad, on 3 different continents – choose your profession anywhere around the globe!
 
Marcellus Shale: The Science and the Policy (April 20)
Academy of Natural Sciences, RSVP: marcellusshaletownsquare.eventbrite.com/
 
Municipal Networking for Conservation Luncheon (Tuesday, April 20, 12:00 noon to 1:30pm)
www.GreenBerks.com
Please see the website for an invitation to Berks Conservancy’s next Municipal Networking for Conservation Luncheon scheduled for Tuesday, April 20, 12:00 noon to 1:30 pm at Toscani Wood Fire Gill.  Reservation deadline is April 13. Please join us for an informal meeting with EACs and elected officials to share and learn about their successes and challenges. This event is a perfect opportunity to exchange information with your colleagues and peers. Tabletops will be identified with success or challenge topics so you can select your table of interest and interact. A demonstration of Big Belly, a trash can that is a solar-powered trash compactor will be held in the parking lot. Compaction is cheaper than collection and Big Belly saves fuel, which is environmentally and fiscally sound. There is NO charge for this event – however, you must register in advance by April 13, 2010. Please RSVP to Kathy Seyler at the Berks Conservancy at 610-372-4992 ext. 100 or kathy.seyler@berks-conservancy.org.
 
AFP-GPC Franklin Forum (Wednesday, April 21)
http://codewriters.com/asites/page.cfm?usr=AFPGPC&pageid=2510
Association of Fundraising Professionals Greater Philadelphia Chapter
 
ECA’s Earth Day Benefit Event & Auction: Training for a Greener Tomorrow (April 22)
http://www.acteva.com/booking.cfm?bevaID=200492&CFID=15547854&CFTOKEN=53798023
On Thursday evening, April 22nd, the Energy Coordinating Agency (ECA) will hold a benefit event at the Pyramid Club to celebrate the opening of the John S. and James L. Knight Green Jobs Training Center. The theme of the evening will be “Training for a Greener Tomorrow,” and proceeds will benefit the Training Center. Last year, over 230 business, political and civic leaders attended our event, where both Governor Rendell and Mayor Nutter were the featured speakers. More details to come!
 
Effects of Climate Change to Life on Earth (Thursday, April 22; 6:30p.m.-8:00p.m. Eastern Time)
http://learningcenter.nsta.org/products/symposia_seminars/UCAR/webseminar5.aspx
In this web seminar we will explore how climate change, and associated impacts on drought, wildfire, and warmer seas, affects species and ecosystems. This web seminar is part of a series designed to bring climate education resources to secondary educators from the Office of Education and Outreach at the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research. Part of the Global Climate Change Educator Professional Development Network, a NASA-funded project, these seminars highlight science content and classroom activities on topics related to climate change. Each web seminar is a unique, stand-alone, program. Archives of the Web Seminars and the presenters’ PowerPoint presentations will be available through the links on this web page.
 
Imagining Philadelphia ’s Future: The Plans and the Realities (April 22)
Academy of Natural Sciences, Register: philadelphiaencyclopedia.org
 
EarthFest 2010 (Friday, April 23)
http://www.temple.edu/ambler/earthfest/index.htm
 
Does “Green Jobs” Programming Make Sense for Your Campus? (April 23 & 28)
http://www.academicimpressions.com/pdf/0410-green-jobs.pdf 
 
Earth Day of Service at the Paul Robeson House (Saturday, April, 24th, 9:00 AM – 5:00PM)
http://www.dvgbc.org/education/view/save-date-earth-day-service-paul-robeson-house 
 
Doylestown Green Points Program and Historic Green Home Tour (April 24th, 12:00 – 2:30 PM)
http://www.dvgbc.org/education/view/doylestown-home-tour
 
NASA EarthKAM (Schools will be able to participate April 27 to April 30*)
https://earthkam.ucsd.edu/
Sponsored by NASA EarthKAM (Earth Knowledge Acquired by Middle School Students) is an educational outreach program allowing middle school students to take pictures of our Earth from a digital camera on board the International Space Station.  Educators must register in order to participate in EarthKAM missions and request photos of Earth. EarthKAM (Earth Knowledge Acquired by Middle school students) is a NASA educational outreach program enabling students, teachers and the public to learn about Earth from the unique perspective of space. During EarthKAM missions (periods the EarthKAM camera is operational), middle school students around the world request photos of specific locations on Earth. The entire collection of EarthKAM images is available in a searchable EarthKAM image archive. This image collection and accompanying learning guides and activities are extraordinary resources to engage students in Earth and space science, geography, social studies, mathematics, communications and art.
 
TREE CLIMBING COURSES SCHEDULED (beginning on April 27th and ending on May 20th)
www.caanj.org
Basic and advanced tree climbing courses will be given by the Committee for the Advancement of Arboriculture (CAA) in Jackson, New Jersey. A $700.00 fee covers a course that is two days a week for five weeks beginning on April 27th and ending on May 20th. For additional information and review of the course schedule and to access the registration form go to the website. To request a brochure from the CAA telephone 732-833-0325.
 
LEED / Energy Star Home Tour: Three Systems, One Goal, Greener Living (April, 28th, 5:30 – 8:00 PM)
http://www.dvgbc.org/education/view/leed-energy-star-tour
 
2010 BOOST CONFERENCE & LEGACY SUMMIT (April 28, 2010 Pre-Conference Sessions; April 29 – May 1, 2010)
http://boostconference.org/
Join one of the nation’s largest, most recognized and comprehensive conferences for after school and out-of-school time professionals. Set in a retreat-like atmosphere, this extraordinary event will rejuvenate your passion and boost your direction for quality programming. We invite you to experience the most invigorating blend of networking and teambuilding opportunities, exceptional workshop presenters to learn and grow with and the latest trends and research in out-of-school time programming. Connect with over 125 Exhibitors sharing the newest resources, products and services to enhance your programs. Have an opportunity to experience guest speakers, special events, and entertainment that will inspire you to create change. Meals and plenty of sunshine also included.
 
2010 Watershed Summit – “What’s Next for Water Quality in PA?”  (Saturday, May 1)
http://pawatershedsummit2010.wordpress.com/
Please join the Foundation for Pennsylvania Watersheds, the PA Department of Environmental Protection, and the Bayer Center for Nonprofit Management at Robert Morris University in promoting the health and future of Pennsylvania’s waterways.
 
PA Walks and Bikes Summit (May 4)
http://www.pawalksandbikes.org/
Join us for the Pennsylvania Walks and Bikes Summit in Harrisburg on May 4th, 2010. We will meet, on foot or by bike, on the steps of the Capitol. Mark your calendars now. Last year about 100 people gathered at the Capitol to show their support for biking and walking in Pennsylvania. We were joined by 14 legislators and officials, had 40 cosponsors of the legislation for safe bicycling and received great press coverage. This year, we want to show up in even larger numbers and get even greater legislative support for safe walking and biking. Check back in soon for more details about the legislative agenda, reception, networking opportunities and places to stay. We look forward to seeing you in Harrisburg in May. PS: staying overnight in Harrisburg? Join us for a super low rate of $69/night at the green hotel Comfort Inn (717 233 1611) . Just mention PA walks and bikes.
 
The 2010 Good Jobs, Green Jobs National Conference: INVESTMENT, INNOVATION, ACTION (May 4-6, 2010 in Washington, D.C.)
http://www.greenjobsconference.org/
The leading forum for transforming ideas into action and building a green economy that creates good jobs, reduces global warming and preserves America’s economic and environmental security.  The 2010 Good Jobs, Green Jobs National Conference, May 4-6 in Washington, D.C. at the Washington Hilton, is the nation’s leading forum for transforming our ideas into action and building a green economy that creates good jobs, reduces global warming and preserves America’s environmental and economic security.
 
PA Water Symposium in State College (May 5-6)
http://agsci.psu.edu/pa-water-symposium
In celebration of National Drinking Water Week, the Pennsylvania Water Symposium will be held at the Penn Stater Conference Center in State College, PA.  The event includes a reception during the evening of May 5, followed by a full-day of posters and oral presentations on May 6.  This event will showcase water resources issues, research and outreach — being conducted by faculty, students, stakeholders, and professionals throughout Pennsylvania.  Conference information including registration, agenda, and accommodations can be found on the conference website.
 
Best of Greenbuild (Wednesday, May 5, 2010, 3:30 – 8:00 PM)
http://www.dvgbc.org/education/view/best-greenbuild
 
Community Tree Management Institute Offered by Penn State (Registration is required by May 10th)
Today as we see the trend of migration away from our cities and boroughs beginning to reverse, communities that offer best quality of life will prosper. Beautiful and well maintained public trees are an indispensible contributor to the quality of life.  Healthy and sustainable urban forests provide many environmental benefits to our communities.  They intercept millions of gallons or rainwater, reduce energy costs, attract businesses, tourists and residents, increase real estate values and have even been shown to reduce crime and violence. But the urban forest, like the rest of our community infrastructure, requires protection and care to provide the maximum benefit. Having a knowledgeable and committed group of residents serving on a municipal tree commission is the best way to assure that public trees receive proper maintenance, and are not indiscriminately damaged or removed. To provide the training required to be an effective tree commission member, Penn State Cooperative Extension, along with cooperating organizations, will be offering the Community Tree Management Institute this spring a the Penn State New Kensington Campus on May 21st and 22nd. Topics include:  Enacting a Municipal Tree Ordinance, Contracting Tree Work, Working With the Media, and Planning for Trees. The registration fee is $85 which includes lunch, breaks and materials (including Landscape Tree Factsheets, a $30 value). For more information or to register contact Mark Remcheck at Penn State Cooperative Extension, 412-473-2540 or Mark Remcheck (mar15@psu.edu), Allegheny County Cooperative Extension, 412-473-2754 or 412-473-2768 (fax).
 
Reinventing Older Communities: Rethink, Recover, Rebuild (May 12-14, 2010, Hyatt Regency Philadelphia at Penn’s Landing)

We meet monthly at the Upper Dublin Township Building, 801 Loch Alsh Avenue, Fort Washington, PA.

Our calendar reflects upcoming events, speakers and workshops sponsored by SUDS. For 2010, look for composting and rain barrel workshops, a series about how to cut electricity costs, speakers on local topics like the green construction used in the new High School, renewable energy and more.

You can join our discussion list in the box to the left, we exchange emails on an ongoing basis using Google Groups.  Or, feel free to post a comment here  or send an email to info [at] sustainableupperdublin [dot] org..  We’re interested in your ideas, questions, innovations, feedback and whatever you’d like to contribute to making Upper Dublin a green and clean community.