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First Thursday September 6th
ART AS A MIRROR OF CULTURE.
A presentation of 175 years of landscape painting in California. See Feature article on the Left.
September 6, 2007, 7:00 - 9:00 pm
At the Center for Volunteer and Non-Profit Leadership,
555 Northgate Drive, San Rafael
(Across from Sears Auto Center in the Northgate Mall)
RSVP@marinefm.org, if you think you might be attending, to facilitate room set-up.
Regardless of whether you tell us in advance, you are welcome to decide at the last minute.
Thank you - we'd love to see you!
HAPPY LABOR DAY WEEKEND!
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35th Annual EFM Education Program
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EFM's Sustainable Earth Forum begins on September 11th.
There are still seats available for our tried and proven environmental advocacy program, the one that helps you understand the science behind the environmental aspects of complex issues facing our society.
Past participants have found their new knowledge to be life-changing as they try to live more responsibly in the limited space of earth.
If you cannot participate this year, perhaps you can ensure your concerned friends have the opportunity to receive this education by forwarding this email to them.
We hope you join us in our ongoing effort to make common sense decisions on issues affecting our environment.
Held on Tuesdays each week with the exception of holiday weeks, beginning September 11th 2007, ending with Graduation on February 5th 2008.
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Application Info and Flyer |
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2008 Sustainable Communities Seminar
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February - March 2008
Formerly called the Workshop Series, now the Sustainable Communities Seminar, or Seminar Series for short, this program features
- Expert Briefings
- Networking with Peers and Presenters
The Seminar series takes place over seven (7) Saturdays.
For more details and an application packet, please check the link below.
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Seminar Series details |
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Marin Countywide Plan - Public Hearings
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Public Participation Process Begins - Attend, Listen, Consider and Have your Say!
Sept. 10, 1-7 pm - Overview and consider comments
Sept. 11, 1:30pm - Natural Systems and Agriculture Element
Sept. 25, 1:30 pm - Built Environment and Socioeconomic Elements
All public hearings will be held in the Board of Supervisors Chambers (Room #330), Administration Building, Civic Center, San Rafael.
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See website |
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Labor Day Weekend - West Marin Wild 2007
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Inspired by our beautiful slice of the planet, the Environmental Action Committee of West Marin (EAC) has invited 36 Artists to exhibit at their West Marin Wild art show this Labor Day Weekend at the Red Barn, Point Reyes National Seashore.
Fri Aug 31st Preview Party 5-8pm
Sat Sep 1st and Sun Sep 2nd, 11am - 5pm
Mon Sep 3rd, 11am - 2pm.
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EAC's Website |
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Bay Shore Studies
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Beginning Sept 24th
Become a Bay Shore Studies Volunteer at the Richardson Bay Audubon Center in Tiburon and learn how to lead small groups of 4th through 6th graders on their best field trip ever. Dazzle kids with the wonders of the Bay.
Call Carol Schwartz at 415 388-2524 ext 113
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See Website for more info |
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Talks on Plastic in West Marin
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Join Green Sangha's Stuart Moody and friends at their next discussion on Plastic at the Dance Palace in Point Reyes Station. At their August talk, EFM's past president, Solvig Palm Nicholls, class 28 described plastic treatment in her home country, Sweden.
September 22nd is the date set for the next evening of Plastic Talk with Carol Misseldine, on Product Take Back and Health Issues.
A third evening will be held in October, on Landfill and Recycling Policies/Issues with Bruce Baum and Sue Brown
These events are co-sponsored by the Environmental Action Committee of West Marin, the West Marin Alliance, Sustainable West Marin, Mainstreet Moms and Green Sangha.
Buy Garbage Land: On the Secret Trail of Trash by Elizabeth Royle from your local Independent Bookseller.
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Read "Garbage Land" review |
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Campaign against Bottled Water
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In June, San Francisco Mayor, Gavin Newsom signed a directive to have San Francisco gradually stop buying bottled water.
In rural West Marin a group of residents has begun a campaign to eliminate the use of plastic bottles and plastic bags.
The group, Free & Clear, encourages businesses to sell stainless steel water bottles that can be refilled with water.
Founder of Free & Clear, Jack Kramer says he would like to see alternative water delivery options, like public water fountains in downtown Point Reyes, and large water containers in stores, dispensing water.
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Bioneers Conference
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18th Annual BIONEERS CONFERENCE Marin Center, SAN RAFAEL
OCTOBER 19 - 21, 2OO7
The annual Bioneers Conference is a hub of practical solutions, gathering people at the crossroads of ecological restoration, human health, social justice and the sacred. Explore the forefront of positive change in deeply inspiring plenary talks with visionary thinkers and doers from wildly varied fields, cultures and walks of life.
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See website |
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Sierra Club Takes 2
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We can curb Global Warming if we take bold, comprehensive action now, according to the Sierra Club's "It Takes 2".
Cut Carbon Emissions by 2% per year for the next 40 years to build a cleaner, smarter, safer energy future.
Make different, better decisions about the energy we use at home, at work, and as a nation.
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Sierra Club's website |
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Polly Smith and Bill Atchley
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Polly Smith, member of EFM class 1, two time president of the Environmental Forum, expert on water policy, and long time coordinator of the Forum's 'Water Day' died on July 27th. We will sorely miss her dedication, sharp mind, and deep concern for the Forum and for our environment. We extend our heartfelt sympathy to her family for their loss of her vital presence
We regret the passing of our long-time friend and EFM supporter Bill Atchley, class 22, on August 9. Condolences may be sent to Bill's wife Annalies Atchley, 1721 Mar West, Tiburon 94920.
Donations in Bill's memory may be made to EFM, Save the Bay, or MALT.
EFM members and friends are invited to a Celebration of His Life event at the San Francisco Yacht club in Belvedere on October 2, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Our upcoming issue of EFM Newsletter will tell more about Bill and Polly and their strong commitment to EFM and the environment."
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Member News
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Phil Kranenburg, Class 1A, officially joined the race for State Senator in California's 3rd District comprised of Marin and parts of Sonoma and San Francisco counties.
Seen behind his camera at the Point Reyes Farmers Market was Dave Fix, Class 30, capturing scenes of farmers, their markets and the lucky folk in Marin and Sonoma who shop there.
Please reply to this email with news about yourself, what you're up to, and tell us about environmental issues and events in your neighborhood. We all like to read about our "EFM Family".
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