NOTE: For more sustainability
resources go to my web page here.
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TO:
Western Mass Friends of Sustainability
FROM: John Gerber, UMass
SUBJECT: What's
Happening?
Upcoming Events and Classes as of February 5, 2009
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From the CISA Events Page (with permission)
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Fresh!
Movie Screening and Discussion
Monday February 8th, 6:00 pm
S. White Dickinson Library, 202 Chestnut Plain Road, Whately
New thinking about what we're eating!
"FRESH celebrates the farmers, thinkers and business people across America
who are re-inventing our food system." Join us after the film for a
discussion led by Margaret Christie, CISA's Special Project Director. Visit www.freshthemovie.com
for more information.
And…..
Open Farm and Valentine Sale
Saturday and Sunday, February 13 & 14, 10am - 4pm
Craigieburn Farm
Alpacas, Pelham, MA
We will be open Valentine's Day weekend for you to visit our alpacas and shop
in our farm store. We have a new shipment of yarn from our own alpacas. See and
feel for yourself the warmth and softness of alpaca. Our farm store stocks
socks, gloves, scarves, and other items made from alpaca. See these whimsical
creatures that produce the gift of alpaca fiber. For more information, contact Steve Rice at 413-253-4485.
And….
Shearing Day at Little Brook Farm
Saturday, February 20, 9:30am-12pm
Come to Little Brook Farm to join in
on the fun at sheep shearing day! Andy Rice of Hoggett Hill Farm will be there
to shear the sheep and get them ready for lambing. Learn why, when, and how we
shear, handle some fleece (raw wool), and watch the border collies work. This
is also a great opportunity to learn about the Summer Farm Camp at Little
Brook, and registrations will be available. The event is free, but please call
or email Kristen if you plan to stop by. 413-665-3802 or kristen@littlebrookfarm.com
And lots more at: http://www.buylocalfood.org/page.php?id=12
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Featuring
video insights from inspiring philosophers, scientists, community leaders and
more.
2nd
Congregational Church, on the Town Common in Greenfield, MA
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Sustainable Cooking classes…
see: http://www.lesliecerier.com/classes.html
NESEA’s Sustainabilty Workshops
NESEA’s sustainability workshop series is aimed at serving professionals and building their knowledge with in-depth, professionally accredited workshops on a wide range of critical topics. NESEA is committed to advancing three core elements: sustainable solutions, proven results and cutting-edge development in the field. Each workshop is AIA accredited. A full day workshop provides 7 continuing education units and a half day workshop provides 3 continuing education units.
See; http://www.nesea.org/sustainabilityworkshops/
Hitchcock Center Events
For a full listing of
Hitchcock programs, please visit www.hitchcockcenter.org
Animal Tracking Slide
Show
Alan Emond, Little Cree
Spy Excursions
Tuesday and Wednesday,
February 9 and 10, 7-9pm
(snow date: Thursday,
February 11)
Members:
$20/Non-members: $25 (includes both evenings)
Pre-registration
required; please call 413-256-6006.
Alan has been leading
tracking programs here at Hitchcock for a number of years and his programs are
universally popular. He makes the winter woods come alive for those who
have not spent much time out observing and learning how to see. Black
bear scat, fisher kill sites and mating tracks, owl pellets…each image will
deepen your understanding of local winter animal activities. His depth of
knowledge about our local mammals and birds, together with his fun, informal
style, will make for enjoyable and informative classes. Each evening will cover
different information and the fee includes both nights.
Winter Nature Walk
John Green
Saturday, February 13,
8-10am
Members:
$10/Non-members: $15
Pre-registration
required; please call 413-256-6006.
Get out on a winter
Saturday and see what is happening in nature in the cold. We will explore
a portion of the Quabbin Reservation. How do plants and animals survive
the subfreezing temperatures and snows of the season? John will share
fascinating natural history details about the lives of our winter birds.
He will open your eyes to the world of mammal tracks and teach you ways to
recognize trees and shrubs in winter. Bring binoculars and dress to be
outdoors in the cold. Directions to the meeting site will be provided
upon registration.
Spotted Salamanders and
Amherst’s Famous Amphibian Tunnels
Ted Watt
Thursday, February 25,
7-9pm
Free
Pre-registration
required; please call 413-256-6006.
As many of us know, the
first amphibian tunnels in North America were installed on Henry Street in
1987. The history of the tunnels is a fascinating glimpse into the
workings of international conservation and the interface with local species
preservation efforts. Ted will speak about the history of the
tunnels. He will also show images and describe the spotted salamanders’
life history and adaptations. Don’t miss this opportunity to catch up on
your local and natural history. All will be invited to participate in the
upcoming events to maintain the tunnels and census the Henry Street salamander
population.
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